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We, at Tuck's Discount Vitamins and Wellness Centre, believe that the questions of our readers should be answered in a sensible fashion. We offer telephone support by dialing the toll free number 800.246.5589 or, alternatively, 613.968.2187 (Belleville, Ontario, Canada). We offer email support by using your email service to connect with goodhealth@tucksdiscountvitamins.com. Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00A.M. to 5:00P.M. E.S.T. Tuck's Discount Vitmains and Wellness Centre is a Brick and Mortar store located in Belleville, Ontario, Canada. We believe in informed freedom of choice in health care and are a convenient as well as sturdy natural medicine solutions provider.
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Panax ginseng or Asian ginseng comes from China or Korea. It is a warming or yang ginseng. White ginseng is made from the dried root, while red ginseng is made from roots which have been steamed in a solution of herbs. Use panax ginseng earlier in the day, as it can be too stimulating if taken before bedtime. It stimulates the adrenal cortex. Possible benefits include stress relief, cholesterol reduction, increase in stamina and energy levels, and increase in estrogen level in women in menopause. American or Canadian ginseng is related to Panax ginseng, but is a cooling or yin ginseng. It calms, soothes and relaxes. Possible benefits include stress reduction, increase in endurance and strengthening of the immune system. Siberian ginseng is a different species of plant than either the Panax or Canadian ginsengs, but has some similar properties. Possible benefits reduced stress and cholesterol levels and increased stamina, mental alertness and resistance to colds and infections. Suma or Brazilian ginseng is reommended for exhaustion and debilitation resulting from chronic fatigue syndrome and viral infections.
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Anti-oxidants such as beta carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E or selenium are often included in formulations to protect the body’s cells from oxidation by free radicals. Free radicals can cause damage to cells which in turn can lead to impaired immune system function and subsequently infection or disease.
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Mineral supplements should specify the amount of elemental mineral which is available for absorption. For example, 1000 mg of calcium gluconate would provide only 9% or 90 mg of elemental calcium for absorption.
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Probiotics are friendly lactic bacteria which are normally found in the healthy human intestine. Factors such as stress, disease, overconsumption of protein, consumption of foods containing pesticides and bacteria, and the use of antibiotics can all cause an imbalance of intestinal flora. This imbalance can cause symptoms such as bloating, excessive gas, intestinal toxicity. constipation, yeast overgrowth and malabsorption of nutrients. Strains of friendly bacteria include Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bifidus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus casei, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, and Streptococcus faecium.
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Prost Cleanse is a urinary tract cleanser and can be used by both men and women. Prost Care is designed to help treat prostate problems such as benign prostate hypertrophy.
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Essential fatty acids (EFA’s) are also known as Vitamin F. They cannot be made by the body and must be supplied through the diet. They are needed to lower cholesterol and blood pressure and to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. EFA’s are vital to circulation, hemoglobin production, brain development, skin health and immune function. They also play an important role in hormone manufacturing and regulation and the anti-inflammatory response. EFA’s are used to treat eczema, psoriasis, arthritis, premenstrual syndrome, symptoms of menopause, candidiasis, attention deficit disorder and multiple sclerosis. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in deep sea fish oils, and flax seed. Omega-6 fatty acids are found in nuts and seeds, like evening primrose and borage oils.
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B Vitamins work together as a complex and should be taken together to prevent a metabolic imbalance. An excess of one can lead to an increased excretion of others. The vitamins designated as B Complex are a group of water soluble compounds that work as coenzymes throughout the body, especially in the metabolism of carbohydrates, protein, and fats and energy production in the Kreb's cycle occuring in the mitochondria of every cell in the body. Other important roles the B Vitamins play, as a group, include stabilizing the nervous system, assisting in the production of adrenal hormones and assisting digestion with the production of enzymes and hydrochloric acid. Individual B vitamins can be taken in addition, in dosages up to two or three times higher than the whole B Complex for specific disorders.
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Greens drinks are powdered or encapsulated forms of highly concentrated green foods. They provide a bioavailable source of minerals, enzymes, cell salts, trace minerals, essential amino acids, and antioxidants. Most commonly, they are a combination of land grasses, sea vegetables, lecithin molecules and detoxifying and tonic herbs. Greens drinks are beneficial for anyone who has a diet deficient in raw vegetables and fruit ( approx. 5 servings per day), someone looking for a single product that gives them comprehensive health benefits, someone looking to detoxify and/or energize their body, build immunity, improve digestion, balance blood sugar, lose weight or improve performance. Greens are safe for children and seniors. (Always check labels for allergies with any product). Most commonly they are taken as one teaspoon to one tablespoon, once or twice daily in water or juice, on an empty stomach in the morning.
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D-Beta, d-gamma and d-delta tocopherols are found in varying concentrations along with d-alpha tocopherol in nature. Together they form a Vitamin E complex. These other tocopherols do not have scientifically assigned units of activity (I.U.s), but have significant anti-oxidant activity and act synergistically with the alpha form enhancing the total bio-activity.
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Free radicals are electrically unbalanced chemical by-products of oxygen being used as fuel in the cells. In minute amounts they support the maintenance of good health by assisting the metabolism of food and destroying harmful bacteria, fungi, and viruses. However, free radical action escalates and becomes extremely destructive due to the stressful effects of pollution, pesticides and herbicides, food additives, hydrogenated fats, household chemicals, and radiation. Free radicals can oxidize body fat, destroy DNA and cells, and create many toxic chemicals in the body. Free radical damage speeds up the aging process and has been shown to lead to cardiovascular disease, diabetes complications (neuropathy, retinopathy, etc.), arthritis, brain damage, lung and respiratory disorders, liver damage, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, food and environmental sensitivities, anaemia, lupus, immune dysfunction and cancer.
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Dear Derek, Thank you very much for your inquiry to Tuck’s Discount Vitamins. Our Nutrition and Health Advisor team has taken your basic Health Profile information and developed a general informational response. s are believed to be caused by the interaction of triggering chemicals with cell receptors in the brain causing the blood vessels in the head to expand and contract spasmodically. Inflammation is produced and exacerbated by prostaglandins. Magnesium is the most important mineral for the relaxation of the smooth muscle around the blood vessels and skeletal muscle in the skull. It is also essential for the transmission of nerves in the brain. People who experience frequent migraines have been found to have low brain tissue magnesium. Sisu and Nulife make excellent Magnesium products with Kreb’s Cycle substrates, especially citrate and malate, that are popular for migraine sufferers. Kava Kava acts as a muscle relaxant and anti-spasmodic that doesn’t block nerve signals so it does not act as most sedative drugs. It’s muscle relaxant properties have been found to be helpful for migraine sufferers for centuries in the South Pacific where it is native. St. John’s Wort in combination with Skullcap is also recommended by herbalists. It is to be taken when the first signs appear and then every 10 minutes for 3-6 doses of 25-30 drops. The B Complex Vitamins are essential for normal central nervous system and brain function. The most important B Vitamins are B6, Pantothenic Acid (B5), Niacin (B3) and Riboflavin (B2). Niacin enhances blood flow to the brain, the dosage is 200 mg when the migraine occurs. Caution: may experience strong flushing, heat and/or redness for 20 minutes after digesting Niacin Research doctors have found that 400 mg of Riboflavin (B2) a day is used for an effective migraine treatment at the Headache and Pain Relief Clinic in Toronto. Evening Primrose Oil is often used by migraine sufferers as an anti-inflammatory agent that helps blood vessels from constricting. The best diet for migraine sufferers to follow is fibre and anti-oxidant-rich, a mostly vegetarian diet with a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Be sure to include foods high in Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, like cold water salmon and other fish, freshly ground flax seed, evening primrose oil, rice bran and rice bran oil, which have an anti-inflammatory effect and help prevent pain, muscle cramping and spasms. I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please eel free to call. If you are interested in a specific Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. This free service allows product matching to your needs. You can then order the required products and make dietary and lifestyle changes appropriate to your program
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Thank you very much for your inquiry about and its relationship to stress. We have developed a Stress and (IBS) Management Program for you. Eating the kinds of foods that enhances the body’s ability to deal with stress is an important part of any stress-management program. Stress produces excess amounts of cell-damaging free radicals, toxic chemical by-products, poor gut response and impaired absorption of nutrients, as well as weakening the immune, central nervous and glandular systems. Stress, as well as an inappropriate diet, create an acidic environment in the tissues and cells which creates many different health challenges. DIETARY MANAGEMENT Our pH range for health is very narrow and high acidity results in the body’s continued inability to deal with stress and its by-products. Alkalizing the system becomes important and can be done with simple dietary and supplemental changes; increase intake of fresh fruits and vegetables, add soy products to your diet (start using soy milk mixed with fresh fruit and maybe yogurt for a blender drink, or use soy milk and maple syrup on multi-grain porridge or cold cereal), use honey, maple syrup, and molasses instead of sugar, use a Green Food product once or twice a day for digestive, bowel function and de-stressing benefits. Healthy, neutral foods that you should gradually increase in your diet include whole grains, nuts and seeds (soaked over-night for better digestibility), dried fruit, especially dates and raisins, and yogurt (only dairy recommended). Continue to avoid caffeine including teas, soft drinks, chocolate, as well as coffee. Try a few other herbal teas, like Traditional Medicinal’s Digestive Tea or peppermint, ginger, or fennel teas. Cut out hard cheeses as they are very hard on the G.I. tract especially for Irritable Bowel (IBS) sufferers. Start using soy cheeses, like NuTofu, as an alternative as often as possible. Start using other low-fat, protein and fibre-rich spreads such as chick pea hummus and black bean dip available in grocery and health food stores. Plain Balkan-style yogurt drained in a sieve makes a yogurt cheese substitute for soft cheeses that is usually tolerated by IBS. Add herbs, spices, or fruit for variation. The current North American diet is extremely acidic; cutting down on processed meats i.e. hamburgers, hotdogs, sandwich meats and red and organ meats, beef and pork is beneficial. These meats are full of nitrates (bowel cancer-causing), hormones, anti-biotics, and are also hard on digestion and the liver which must be healthy for proper waste elimination. Focus on essential fatty acid-rich fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel), white meat; chicken and turkey, and tofu and other soy products. Increase fruits and vegetable intake; fresh and raw is best (up to 50 % of your diet is recommended) for fibre and enzymes needed for proper digestion, absorption, and motility of bowel function and waste elimination, as well as alkalizing and balancing the pH of your system. To eliminate coatings and pesticide residues, use organic produce or wash well with a product like Nature Clean’s Fruit and Vegetable Wash. Try adding one different fruit or vegetable every other day to your salad or sandwich, etc. at lunch . At dinner, try steamed or steam-fry (sauté veg in a small amount of olive oil, sprinkle with water and cover with lid, steam-fry 'til tender, 1-3 min.). Greens are especially important; spinach, kale, rapini, swiss chard, bok choy, beet, collard, and dandelion greens, baby greens or mesclun mix from produce section of grocery store. Increase your fluid intake when increasing fibre intake, at least 8 glasses of water along with herbal teas and fresh juices. Drinking pure, filtered water enhances bowel function, detoxifies the body and G.I. tract, and enhances fat metabolism. Cut out hydrogenated margarines, lard and animal fats, and oils that are high in poly-unsaturates (read your labels). These contribute to many health problems from high blood pressure to cancer and create stress on the system and damaging free radical formation. Use extra virgin olive oil, canola oil (best is Australian as not genetically altered), clarified butter (heat and skim off white solids) and fresh cold flax seed oil (not for cooking). Foods that contain healthy fats include freshly ground flaxseed (good fibre source, too), walnuts (soaked over-night is best), and avocados. White flour and processed flour foods should also be avoided as they are nutrient-poor foods that clog up the G.I. tract. Wheat and wheat bran encourage secretion of mucus in the G.I. tract causing bowel problems and preventing intake of nutrients. Fibre-rich multigrain products should be eaten for proper nutrition and bowel function. Other foods to eat sparingly include citrus, spicy and sugary foods, nuts and seeds, alcohol and avoid tobacco. NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT Stress depletes our anti-bodies and our immune systems, increasing the risk of food sensitivities, allergic responses, infections, etc., as well as affecting our digestive and eliminatory systems, brain chemistry and over-all cellular function as a result of the toxic by-products of the stress reaction. Our bodies require an increased amount of nutrients in order to normalise body functions and repair damage done by the stress response. Our diets cannot supply us with enough nutrients to cope physiologically and supplementation is very important. High amounts of anti-oxidants are recommended to neutralize the free radicals produced by stress and stabilize oxygen in the brain and body tissues and to prevent digestive disorders. Recommended dosages include; Beta-carotene – 25,000 I.U. daily, Vitamin C – 3,000 to 10,000 mg. daily (also necessary for adrenal function and anti-stress hormone production), Vitamin E – 400 to 600 I.U. daily with meals. Selenium, zinc and anti-oxidants like grape seed extract are also important anti-stress nutrients to include. The B Vitamin complex is essential for the central nervous system and a healthy stress response, for proper muscle tone in the bowel and G.I. Tract, as well as proper nutrient digestion and absorption from the gut. Recommended dosage is 50-100 mg., 3 times daily with meals. This level is therapeutic and can be decreased to 50-100 mg. daily as the nervous system is nourished and stress management becomes more effective, usually after 2-3 months. Essential fatty acids (EFA’s) are needed to heal the G.I. tract lining and protect cell walls from damage. An excellent source is Udo’s Oil Blend – 1 capsule with each meal. Lecithin is also important for cellular protection , fat metabolism and c essential fatty acid-rich fish (salmon, tuna, mackerel), white meat; chicken and turkey, and tofu and other soy products. Increase fruits and vegetable intake; fresh and raw is best (up to 50 % of your diet is recommended) for fibre and enzymes needed for proper digestion, absorption, and motility of bowel function and waste elimination, as well as alkalizing and balancing the pH of your system. To eliminate coatings and pesticide residues, use organic produce or wash well with a product like Nature Clean’s Fruit and Vegetable Wash. Try adding one different fruit or vegetable every other day to your salad or sandwich, etc. at lunch . At dinner, try steamed or steam-fry (sauté veg in a small amount of olive oil, sprinkle with water and cover with lid, steam-fry 'til tender, 1-3 min.). Greens are especially important; spinach, kale, rapini, swiss chard, bok choy, beet, collard, and dandelion greens, baby greens or mesclun mix from produce section of grocery store. Increase your fluid intake when increasing fibre intake, at least 8 glasses of water along with herbal teas and fresh juices. Drinking pure, filtered water enhances bowel function, detoxifies the body and G.I. tract, and enhances fat metabolism. Cut out hydrogenated margarines, lard and animal fats, and oils that are high in poly-unsaturates (read your labels). These contribute to many health problems from high blood pressure to cancer and create stress on the system and damaging free radical formation. Use extra virgin olive oil, canola oil (best is Australian as not genetically altered), clarified butter (heat and skim off white solids) and fresh cold flax seed oil (not for cooking). Foods that contain healthy fats include freshly ground flaxseed (good fibre source, too), walnuts (soaked over-night is best), and avocados. White flour and processed flour foods should also be avoided as they are nutrient-poor foods that clog up the G.I. tract. Wheat and wheat bran encourage secretion of mucus in the G.I. tract causing bowel problems and preventing intake of nutrients. Fibre-rich multigrain products should be eaten for proper nutrition and bowel function. Other foods to eat sparingly include citrus, spicy and sugary foods, nuts and seeds, alcohol and avoid tobacco. NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT Stress depletes our anti-bodies and our immune systems, increasing the risk of food sensitivities, allergic responses, infections, etc., as well as affecting our digestive and eliminatory systems, brain chemistry and over-all cellular function as a result of the toxic by-products of the stress reaction. Our bodies require an increased amount of nutrients in order to normalise body functions and repair damage done by the stress response. Our diets cannot supply us with enough nutrients to cope physiologically and supplementation is very important. High amounts of anti-oxidants are recommended to neutralize the free radicals produced by stress and stabilize oxygen in the brain and body tissues and to prevent digestive disorders. Recommended dosages include; Beta-carotene – 25,000 I.U. daily, Vitamin C – 3,000 to 10,000 mg. daily (also necessary for adrenal function and anti-stress hormone production), Vitamin E – 400 to 600 I.U. daily with meals. Selenium, zinc and anti-oxidants like grape seed extract are also important anti-stress nutrients to include. The B Vitamin complex is essential for the central nervous system and a healthy stress response, for proper muscle tone in the bowel and G.I. Tract, as well as proper nutrient digestion and absorption from the gut. Recommended dosage is 50-100 mg., 3 times daily with meals. This level is therapeutic and can be decreased to 50-100 mg. daily as the nervous system is nourished and stress management becomes more effective, usually after 2-3 months. Essential fatty acids (EFA’s) are needed to heal the G.I. tract lining and protect cell walls from damage. An excellent source is Udo’s Oil Blend – 1 capsule with each meal. Lecithin is also important for cellular protection , fat metabolism and central nervous system and brain function. Recommended dosage is 2,400 mg. with each meal. Calcium and Magnesium are needed for muscle and brain relaxation and stress management, especially when anxiety or fear are common. Deficiencies are common when stress is high. Recommended dosage is 2,000 mg of each, daily. LIFE STYLE MANAGEMENT By modifying diet and taking a stress-management program of supplementation, you should be able to change the way your body responds to stressful situations and enhance your physiological and psychological response to stress. It is also very important to include physical activity and therapeutic body work in any effective stress management and IBS program. Regular exercise, 3-4 times a week, increases the body’s ability to control stress and clear the mind. Like an active “meditation”, when exercising or doing a physical activity, focus on deep breathing slowly from the diaphragm. Think only of your breath and the body’s movement. This will give you a valuable stress management technique to use when confronted with a stressful situation or thoughts. Deep breathing can be done as an exercise by itself anywhere at anytime and is especially effective in calming the body and mind before and during a stressful event like public speaking, etc. Breathing exercises can be easily learned from books on stress management or by taking yoga classes that focus on breath work. Other effective activities include progressive relaxation, tai chi, meditation, and aromatherapy, etc. I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. If you are interested in a specific Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. This free service allows product matching to your needs. You can then order the required products and make dietary and lifestyle changes appropriate to your program.
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Thank you very much for your inquiry to Tuck’s Discount Vitamins. In regards to your inquiry about Pau d‘arco, I have found the following information: Background: Pau d’arco (Tabebuia avellanedae, Tabebuia impetiginosa, Tabebuia heptaphylla), also commonly known as Taheebo, or Indian Sweet Tea, is a South American vine that grows tree-like to great heights. The inner bark has been used medicinally since Incan times for its anti-fungal, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial properties. As a bitter herb it is used to cleanse the blood, improve digestion, and to increase resistance to disease. Research in South America and the U.S. shows one of the active compounds, lapachol, to be effective against some forms of cancer. Other studies have found that Pau d’arco is useful against parasitic and fungal (candidiasis) infections, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, digestive disorders, and can lower high blood sugar levels, as well as treat ulcers, tumours and infections. Suggested dosage: One capsule, up to 3 times daily, 25-40 drops of extract up to 3 times daily. or up to 3 cups of tea per day. Product and prices: New Roots – Pau d’arco tea, 20 bags, #100240,Pau d’arco Capsules 500 mg. - 100’s, available by custom order New Roots also has Pau d’arco tincture and whole herb available. Yours in Good Health,
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Research has shown that St. John’s wort contains many active compound that have shown significant anti-depressant activity. The majority of the research has been done on Hypericin, but St. John‘s wort contains many more active compounds. Currently ten more active constituents in St. John’s wort, including melatonin, are being studied by medical scientists, both oil and alcohol soluble. Hypericin has been found to increase neurotransmitters in the brain, inhibit monoamine-oxidase (like Valium and other MAO inhibitors), normalize sleep patterns, and improve anxiety, mild to moderately-sever depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder and Fibromyalgia. The whole plant has been found to have anti-depressant, sedative, anti-viral, anti-microbe, and anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogen, anti-ulcer, anti-oxidant and cardiotonic properties.
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Research has found no known side-effects, intolerance or allergic responses. One study comparing MSM with Motrin showed comparable pain relief without Motrin’s side effects. The body takes and uses what MSM it needs, and after 12 hours will flush out any excess. The recommended therapeutic dosage used in MSM research is between 2000 to 3000 mg. daily. Clinical studies have used up to 6000 mg. safely with no side effects. Use in divided doses, starting with a lower daily dose of 1000 mg. twice a day and increasing gradually to a higher dose of 1000 mg. up to 6 times a day. The beneficial effects of MSM are generally noticed within 3 to 6 weeks depending on the individual, the acuteness of the health condition and the dosage required. Recommended maintenance dosage is 1000-2000 mg.
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Dear Customer: Thank you for your inquiry about apple cider vinegar. Natural (unpasteurized and undistilled) raw apple cider vinegar has many healthy properties. It is rich in Potassium and many other minerals making it beneficial for healthy blood pressure, blood sugar balance, nerve and muscle function and proper hormone secretion.. It has an alkalizing effect in the tissues after being metabolised via pancreatic and liver actions. Raw cider vinegar is rich in enzymes. It is also rich in malic acid, a powerful anti-toxin that is a Kreb’s cycle substrate and essential for proper mineral metabolism and muscle function. Apple cider vinegar has been found to be beneficial for conditions such as obesity, acne, arthritis, diarrhea, dandruff, muscle cramps, constipation, sore throat, eczema, headaches, insomnia, digestive disorders, sunburn and vertigo.
The pectin, a soluble fibre in apples, encourages healthy bowel function and enhances the alkalizing effect of the apple cider vinegar.
Apple cider vinegar has also been found to prevent water retention making it beneficial for weight management. Along with a healthy low fat diet, a minimum of 8 – 8 oz, of pure water daily and regular aerobic exercise, apple cider vinegar is commonly used 3 times a day with pure water and honey for weight loss.
Studies indicate that cider vinegar slows the gastric emptying of the stomach. This may leave a fuller feeling over a longer period of time resulting in less overeating.
Apple cider vinegar is available both in liquid, capsule and tablet form. For weight-loss, it is often combined with kelp for thyroid function, lecithin for fat metabolism, and B6 for cellular fluid balance.
The liquid form of any nutrient or herb is absorbed and utilized more easily by the body than a solid form. Cider vinegar capsules or tablets are more convenient and would be beneficial for those who would have trouble using the liquid form due to the acidity in the mouth, esophagus, or gut before it is alkalized in the system.
Recommended dosage: The recommended dosage is 1-2 capsules or tablets before each meal.
Recommended Products: Popular superior-quality apple cider vinegar supplements include:
Organika Cider-Vin Apple Cider Vinegar (#245831) 530 mg. 120 caps .
Swiss Apple Cider Vinegar (#025111) 500 mg. 90 tabs
I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call.
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Dear Customer,
Thank you very much for your inquiry to Tuck’s Discount Vitamins. Our Nutrition and Health Advisor team has taken your question about the natural approach to Alzheimer’s Disease and developed a general response for you.
Diet
Many studies indicate that poor diet, nutritional deficiencies, and poor absorption of nutrients through the digestive tract play key roles in the onset of Alzheimer’s. Studies have also found links with heavy metals and environmental toxins in brain tissue. Decreased blood flow and oxygen levels in the brain is extremely common with aging and in Alzheimer’s disease.
A diet that contains a high percentage of raw and whole foods, rich in antioxidants and enzymes, is essential for healthy aging and brain function and help protect the brain from toxic substances that contribute to Alzheimer‘s.
Lecithin-rich foods, like soy beans, tofu products, and eggs, supply phosphatidyl choline and serine that have been found to improve brain function, memory and recall, and task performance.
Include B complex-rich foods for healthy central nervous system and brain function. Dark green and leafy vegetables like broccoli, Swiss chard, dandelion greens; whole grains, especially brown rice, oats and rye; eggs, meat, fish, especially salmon; dried beans and peas, especially soybeans; nuts, wheat germ, brewer’s yeast and kelp.
Sulphur-rich foods, like eggs and soy beans help in detoxifying heavy metals like aluminium, copper, manganese, cadmium and mercury from tissues. Distilled water also helps to chelate out unwanted metals.
Wheat germ, vegetable oils whole grains, nuts and seeds provide Vitamin E which has been proven to delay progression of senility and Alzheimer’s.
Eliminate aluminium-containing foods like pickles, relishes, processed cheese, baking powder and baked goods, sodas and beer in cans. Also avoid monosodium glutamate and other food additives.
Nutrients
Commonly reported deficiencies in Alzheimer’s include B Vitamins, especially folic acid, B12, B1, B2, and B6; Beta carotene, Vitamins C, D, and E; amino acids, tryptophan, and minerals; boron, potassium, selenium magnesium and zinc.
B complex, 100 mg. 2-3 times daily, with meals. Check B12 levels and use sublingual B12 supplement or have physician prescribe B12 injections if blood levels are very low.
High potency lecithin , 1-3 TBSP. 3 times daily or 1200 mg. capsules up to 10 a day, or a product rich in phosphatidyl serine and choline, 300 to 500 mg. daily in divided doses.
Coenzyme Q10, 100-200 mg. daily in divided doses, increases oxygenation of cells, is important for heart health and improves energy levels.
Bio-strath, a nutrient dense and easily digested yeast tonic, has been found to improve emotional stability, mental alertness, and short term memory. It is thought to help brain cells repair themselves. Use 1-3 TBSP daily for a minimum of 3 months.
High potency multivitamin and mineral complex, to renourish cells and keep mineral balance, especially if drinking distilled water.
Anti-oxidant formula, with Beta carotene, Vitamin C and E, and selenium (and zinc if possible) for brain cell protection.
L-Tryptophan, 1g. or 5-HTP (5-Hydroxy-Tryptophan), 500 mg. taken three times daily, are precursors to serotonin (which is essential for proper sleep) and melatonin (which has been found to be low or absent in Alzheimer‘s patients). Note: These should not be used in conjunction with pharmaceutical anti-depressants without the supervision of your doctor as they act on the same biochemical pathways.
Herbs
Pycnogenol or grape seed extract, 60 mg. 3 times daily.
Ginkgo Biloba, 100-200 mg. standardized extract 3 times daily.
Huperzine A, from Chinese club moss, is a potent inhibitor (like the most common Alzheimer’s drug, Tacrine) of the enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine and serine. Use with lecithin and in combination with Ginkgo or other herbs.
Other important herbs include gotu kola, ginseng, butcher’s broom, spirulina and schizandra.
Lifestyle
Regular exercise in fresh air, deep diaphragmatic breathing, 5 minutes a day, and hot and cold hydrotherapy (water) on the spine all increase circulation and oxygen to the brain.
Reflexology on pituitary and hypothalamus, heart, lungs, and lymphatic reflexes points help with Alzheimer‘s symptoms.
Regular and restful sleep is essential for aging well and is often found to be deficient in Alzheimer’s.
Important Reading
Prescription for Nutritional Healing by Dr J. Balch and P. Balch.
Encyclopedia of Natural Healing by Alive Books, S. Gursche and Z. Rona, M.D. eds.
Return to the Joy of Health by Dr. Zoltan Rona
Beating Alzheimer’s by Tom Warren
I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. If you are interested in a personalized Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. This free service, based on a client’s information provided for us on our Tuck’s Health Choice Health Profile Form, allows product matching to your needs. You can then order the required products and make dietary and lifestyle changes appropriate to your program.
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Glucosamine products are safe, non-toxic naturally-occurring compounds. No adverse side-effects have been reported or found in research studies. Benefits have been found with osteoporosis, arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, food and respiratory allergies, skin disorders, candidiasis, vaginitis, asthma and after injury. Most Glucosamine is isolated from shellfish chitin, processed to 99% pure and converted to Glucosamine Sulphate. It should not be a problem for those with allergies to shellfish, however to ensure safety, careful monitoring is suggested for those with this type of allergy.
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Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your inquiry to Tuck’s Discount Vitamins for information about . is available as a homeopathic preparation in pellet and liquid form for internal use, as well as in cream or ointment form for topical use. Tuck’s carries D.L.Thompson’s products (#191451,#191361, #191221, #191441, #190501, #191331, #190031, # 190021, #190851), Traumeel ointment (#270571), Hyland’s id (#050501)and Homeoknop’s Globuli No.57 for Sprains/ Bruises (#071251). Homeopathic preparations of are safe externally and internally. However, the raw herb is very potent and not generally used in herbal medicine. Homeopathic preparations are effective for first aid and used to treat bruises, sprains, stiff or sore muscles and joints, and arthritic conditions. Recommended reading includes “Earl Mindell’s Herb Bible” (#120091), by Dr. Earl Mindell and “Homeopathy and Your Health” (#370681) by Michel Aubin and Philippe Picard. I hope this information is of some help to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. If you are interested in a personalized Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. This free service, based on a client’s information provided for us on our Tuck’s Health Choice Health Profile Form, allows product matching to your needs. You can then order the required products and make dietary and lifestyle changes appropriate to your program. Yours in Good Health,
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Thank you very much for your inquiry to Tuck’s Discount Vitamins. Our Nutrition and Health Advisor team has taken your basic Health Profile information and developed a general informational response for you. is derived from phenylalanine, an amino acid, aspartic acid and methanol, a toxic alcohol. Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid for the central nervous system and brain function. When it is artificially combined with aspartic acid and methanol it creates a form of phenylalanine that the brain cannot metabolize properly. has also been found to break down into formaldehyde, a highly toxic substance, when left at room temperature. is found to collect in the brain where phenylalanine should be used. As a result phenylalanine cannot be used by the brain, nor can it be excreted. Animal studies have shown that this effect causes tumours, especially in the brain. There have also been reports of seizures in humans as well as abnormal brain function and brain damage. Aspartic acid acts as a neurotransmitter “exciter“. Studies have found that high levels of aspartic acid destroys brain cells. Forty percent of aspartame that is ingested will break down into aspartic acid. Daily use of products containing aspartame, such as diet sodas, sugar free gum and other processed diet foods, has been found to cause symptoms like headaches, nausea, and vision impairment. I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. If you are interested in a specific Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. Yours in Good Health,
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It is not recommended to take supplements with any hot liquid as many nutrients and herbs are destroyed. Caffeine acts as a diuretic and speeds up the excretion of nutrients. It robs the body of nutrients, especially Vitamin B complex and C, and most minerals.
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Dear Customer,
Thank you very much for your inquiry to Tuck’s Discount Vitamins. Our Nutrition and Health Advisor team has taken your question about bone and cartilage repair and developed a response for you.
There are several natural compounds that are found in our tissues, joints, cartilage and synovial fluid. These compounds are now being used in supplemental form to repair bones, ligaments, joints, and tissue that has been damaged through injury or diseases like arthritis and osteoporosis. Hundreds of scientific, clinical studies have been done and more are in progress at hospitals and clinics all over North America using compounds such as glucosamine sulphate, chondroitin sulphate, MSM, and SAM-e.
Glucosamine is a naturally occurring protein sugar molecule that is found throughout the body; with the highest concentrations in bones, cartilage, joints, tendons, ligaments, and synovial fluid. Glucosamine’s main function is to stimulate the manufacture of components for joint repair and protect against destruction.
Glucosamine supplements are often combined with chondroitin and are naturally found together in cartilage and joints. Chondroitin keeps the joints properly lubricated and inhibits the enzymes that naturally degrade cartilage.
Clinical studies now show that supplementation with glucosamine and chondroitin helps alleviate pain and inflammation in degenerative bone diseases, like osteoarthritis, and after injuries, while helping to repair damage.
There are also many traditional herbs that have been used successfully for arthritic pain, including Devil’s Claw, White Willow Bark, Boswellia and Yucca.
Minerals like calcium, magnesium, boron, silica, zinc and potassium are essential for bone and cartilage health and repair. Vitamins A, C and D are essential for the repair of bones, cartilage, and muscles.
Proteolytic enzymes, like bromelain and turmeric extract (circumin), are very effective in reducing inflammation (when taken between meals) which allows repair to occur.
If joint inflammation or swelling is present, MSM (a naturally-occurring sulphur compound); Bromelain (concentrated plant enzyme), Curcumin (extract from Tumeric), herbs like Dandelion, Burdock; and Green Foods like Alfalfa and Barley greens, have been found to be effective.
Most of these naturally occurring compounds and food source extracts do not have side effects or toxicity even at high levels. Exceptions would include: cautions for individuals with allergies to specific substances. Only sodium-free glucosamine and chondroitin products should be used if high blood pressure is present. It is recommended to use anti-inflammatory compounds, bromelain and curcumin, with the monitoring of a health professional if blood thinners are being used. They can potentiate the effect of platelet aggregation inhibitors like coumarin (Warfarin). White willow bark should not be used with other pain relievers such as Asprin, or blood thinners such as Warfarin, or if there is bleeding tendencies. Hawthorn, in Art-R, should not be taken at the same time as high blood pressure medications. Devil’s Claw is contraindicated for ulcers and gallstones. Most herbs should not be used during pregnancy unless studies have shown otherwise.
The following are excerpts from Tuck’s Health Choice publications Frequently Asked Questions and Professional Information Bulletins used for staff and health professional education. Glucosamine is produced in the body, through enzymatic action, by combining a glucose molecule with the amino acid glutamine. Further enzymatic activity synthesises it into glucosamine sulphate which provides a building block for molecules that make up our tendons, skin, eyes, synovial fluid, bone, ligaments, heart valves and the mucous secretions of the digestive, respiratory and urinary tracts. Glucosamine sulphate also provides structure to proteoglycans, molecules that form the substance of cartilage. Glucosamine Sulphate provides the stimulation for the regeneration of the proteoglycans thus inhibiting the breakdown of cartilage and encouraging the rebuilding of damaged cartilage.
Glucosamine products are safe, non-toxic naturally-occurring compounds. No adverse side-effects have been reported or found in research studies. Benefits have been found with osteoporosis, arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, food and respiratory allergies, skin disorders, candidiasis, vaginitis, asthma and after injury. Most glucosamine is isolated from shellfish chitin, processed to 99% pure and converted to glucosamine sulphate. It should not be a problem for those with allergies to shellfish, however to ensure safety, careful monitoring is suggested for those with this type of allergy.
There are several different forms of glucosamine for supplementation. Individuals with specific health conditions will benefit from using the type recommended for their needs. Individuals with hypertension, on heart medication, on a sodium-reduced diet, or those allergic to sulphates ( not sulfa drugs which are unrelated to sulphur compounds) should always use a sodium-free form of Glucosamine (contains potassium chloride) or N-Acetyl Glucosamine (NAG) which is both sodium and sulphate–free. Sodium-free Glucosamine should not be used by those on potassium-restricted diets, or with renal disease, but NAG is safe. Diabetics can safely use glucosamine as it does not affect insulin at all. Diabetics, those with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and cystic fibrosis can metabolize NAG the best. Glucosamine HCL is sodium, potassium and sulphur free and is beneficial for those with poor digestion and those who cannot use other types of Glucosamine.
Chondroitin sulphate is also a naturally-occurring substance that stimulates the production of key components by acting as a fluid and nutrient attractor into the cartilage. Cartilage consists of 65-80 % water, collagen, and proteoglycans (which glucosamine is responsible for manufacturing). Not enough water in cartilage can cause dryness, pain and loss of nutrients in the joints. Chondroitin also inhibits the enzymes that cause cartilage destruction. Chondroitin works best when taken in conjunction with glucosamine, especially when used for osteoarthritis or osteoporosis.
The following dosages are recommended by physicians and used in clinical studies:
By weight, between 120 and 200 lb. require 1500 mg. of glucosamine and 1200 mg. of chondroitin, divided into two to four doses taken before meals. Clinical studies have used up to 5 grams (5000 mg.) of glucosamine for a week to saturate the system, the 3 grams for two weeks, followed by 2 grams for 2 weeks.
MSM (Methyl-sulfonyl-methane), is a naturally-occurring sulphur compound found in all human body fluids and tissues. Sulphur compounds such as MSM are used by our bodies to manufacture protein and amino acids, B and C Vitamins, form connective tissues, joints, ligaments, and bones. MSM is an essential dietary nutrient found in milk, grains, meat, fish, fruits, green vegetables, and sea plankton. However, our dietary supply is dramatically decreased due to soil depletion and modern food processing or cooking and heating. Many years of clinical and laboratory studies have shown that MSM is a potent anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain-relieving) compound. MSM has shown to be very beneficial for arthritis, bursitis, sore or stiff joints, back and muscle pain, fibromyalgia, analgesia and injuries.
Research has found no known side-effects, intolerance or allergic responses. One study comparing MSM with Motrin showed comparable pain relief without Motrin’s side effects. The body takes and uses what MSM it needs, and after 12 hours will flush out any excess. The recommended therapeutic dosage used in MSM research is between 2000 to 3000 mg. daily. Clinical studies have used up to 6000 mg. safely with no side effects. Use in divided doses, starting with a lower daily dose of 1000 mg. twice a day and increasing gradually to a higher dose of 1000 mg. up to 6 times a day. The beneficial effects of MSM are generally noticed within 3 to 6 weeks depending on the individual, the acuteness of the health condition and the dosage required. Recommended maintenance dosage is 1000-2000 mg.
Recommended Products: Popular products for arthritic pain and repair include; Liga-Joint 120 caps [#240711], GLS 500 mg 120 caps [#240591] and MSM 180 caps [#241061] from Organika, , Joint Complex 90 caplets [#020451] and other products from Swiss, , Pagosid Devil’s Claw [#040231] from Flora, Marketing,
Popular superior-quality Glucosamine products include; GLS-500 (Glucosamine sulfate) 500 mg 120 caps [#240591] from Organika, Glucosamine sulfate 500 mg. 180 caps [#023641] from Swiss.
Popular sodium-free products include; Glucosamine sulfate Salt-free 100 caps , Salt free Glucosamine sulfate 500 mg. 60 caplets [#023791] from Swiss.
Sodium and sulphur-free products include; GHC-500 120 caps [#240911] from Organika, and D-Glucosamine HCL 500 mg. 120 caplets [#024731] from Swiss.
(Many of the above products are available in other sizes.)
I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call.
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Thank you very much for your inquiry to Tuck’s Discount Vitamins. Our Nutrition and Health Advisor team has taken your basic information and developed a general informational response for you. Sugar and sweets cravings can be linked to several issues; protein needs not being met in relation to carbohydrate/sugar intake, improper food combining or poor digestion. Sweet cravings can also result from a need for the tranquilizing, calming, and pain-relieving effect of serotonin production which relies on the amino acid tryptophan, carbohydrates, and insulin to be manufactured. All of these conditions are connected with blood sugar balance, insulin production and can lead to hypoglycemia and other more serious health risks.. DIETARY MANAGEMENT It is recommended to: - Eat more complex carbohydrates. Chew grains, legumes and vegetables well or sprout to enhance absorption and metabolism. Whole, high-fibre foods help maintain a more balanced blood sugar as their carbohydrates metabolize to sugars more slowly than refined and processed foods. - Eat sour or spicy foods to decrease sweet cravings. Eat salty foods sparingly. - Use fruit and unsweetened juices, rice syrup, barley malt, stevia and oligosaccharide powder to sweeten foods and in baking. - Essential fatty acids from flax seed, evening primrose and deep sea fish oils improve overall fat and carbohydrate metabolism and protect against blood sugar imbalances. - Avoid excess animal proteins. They acidify the system resulting in depletion of nutrients in the tissue and bone and sugar cravings. Increase intake of vegetable proteins, like tofu, soy milk and other soy bean products. SUPPLEMENT MANAGEMENT Supplementing the diet with Vitamin B complex, (especially B5 and B6), Vitamin C, chromium, manganese, magnesium, and zinc will help cut down on cravings. - B Vitamins, 50-100 mg. per day, are essential for proper energy metabolism from carbohydrates, fats and protein. - Vitamin C, 3,000– 8,000 mg. in divided doses, is needed for proper adrenal function and energy production. - Chromium, 1000 mcg. daily, to balance blood sugars and lipids. - Magnesium, 750 mg. daily in divided doses after meals and at bedtime, is essential for carbohydrate and sugar metabolism. - Zinc, 50 mg. daily, is needed for proper release of insulin. - Manganese, important for maintenance of blood sugar levels - L-Glutamine, 1,000 mg. daily, on an empty stomach, with water or juice (not milk or other foods containing protein) and Vitamin B and C, prevents cravings. - Green food powders improve energy levels, blood sugar balance and alkalize the system, regulate and cleanse the digestive system, and improve excretion of inflammatory toxins and are good sources of chlorophyll, fibre, Vitamin K, Beta carotene, antioxidants, and minerals. Start with 1 tsp. before breakfast and gradually increase up to 3 tsp. - Increase pure water and liquid intake up to 8 - 8 oz. glasses , daily. - Citrimax, hydroxycitric acid from the fruit Garcinia Cambogia, regulates body fat metabolism by enzimatically blocking the synthesis of fat from glucose. In doing so it controls appetite and the craving for sweets. - Gymnema Sylvestre, an herb from India, effectively blocks the taste of sugar on the tongue and improves blood sugar balance. Other beneficial herbs and spices include; cinnamon, ginger, dandelion, licorice, juniper berry, Siberian ginseng. I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. If you are interested in a specific Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. This free service, based on a client’s information provided for us on our Tuck’s Health Choice Health Profile Form, allows product matching to your needs. You can then order the required products and make dietary and lifestyle changes appropriate to your program. Yours in Good Health,
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Thank you very much for your inquiry about foods and herbs that help blood sugar disorders like diabetes. Some of the most important nutrients for those who suffer from blood sugar regulation and insulin disorders like diabetes include; the minerals Chromium picolinate, Magnesium, Manganese, Vitamin B complex and all anti-oxidants; Vitamins A, C, E, Coenzyme Q10, Pycnogenol and Grape seed extract. Some of the herbs traditionally used in North America to help support blood sugar regulation include dandelion root, licorice root, cedar, stevia and juniper berries. In Traditional Chinese Medicine Siberian ginseng, Bitter melon, gymnema sylvestre and Fenugreek seeds are used for the treatment of diabetes and blood sugar regulation. Onions, garlic, high fibre foods (especially soluble fibres like oat bran, apples, psyllium seeds), dark green leafy vegetables, and lean protein choices are important for dietary control of blood sugar levels. The glycemic index of foods is also a very important tool that can help diabetics immensely in controlling how fast the foods they choose are broken down into simple sugars absorbed into the blood stream. Starchy, processed foods, wheat flour breads and other products, potatoes, carrots, bananas, popcorn, puffed cereals and rice cakes are all foods that have a high glycemic index. These foods will be converted to sugar, boost insulin and blood sugar levels and get converted and stored as fat more quickly than fibre-rich whole grain foods, raw fruits and vegetables, beans and legumes and lean protein foods. I highly recommend reading the “Power of Super Foods” by Sam Graci, also, The “Good Calorie Book” by Dr. Philip Lepitz; to learn about this. Other suggested books include; Further recommended reading includes: Encyclopedia of Natural Healing by Alive Books; Return to the Joy of Health by Dr. Zoltan Rona; Prescription For Nutritional Healing by Dr. J. Balch. I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. If you are interested in a personalized Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. This free service, based on a client’s information provided for us on our Tuck’s Health Choice Health Profile Form, allows product matching to your needs. You can then order the required products and make dietary and lifestyle changes appropriate to your program. Yours in Good Health,
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Thank you very much for your inquiry about fertility and healthy libido in men and women.
Fertility and pre-conception health:
Couples trying to have optimal health for conceiving should cleanse with chlorophyll-and fibre-rich foods and supplements (Greens drinks, psyllium, etc). Accumulated toxins in the gastro-intestinal tract also contribute to numerous health problems and can affect reproductive health.
- Cleanse with Green food powders to improve energy levels and balance blood sugars, alkalize the system, regulate and cleanse the digestive system, and improve excretion of inflammatory toxins. Green drinks are good sources of chlorophyll, fibre, Vitamin K, beta-carotene, antioxidants, and minerals. Start with 1 tsp. before breakfast and gradually increase up to 3 tsp. in diluted juice, apple cider works well. Add lecithin granules, and soy isoflavone-rich protein powder for a “super drink” that also enhances healthy bone density, proper fat metabolism and hormone production.
- Essential fatty acids capsules, or a liquid like Udo’s Ultimate Oil Blend from Flora (with balanced omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids), two to three tablespoons per day will provide the essential fatty acids needed for the formation of prostaglandins which regulate so much of our bodies’ metabolism, including hormone production and the reproductive system. Essential fatty acids also are important for controlling pain and inflammation in joints and colon and improving fat metabolism. The essential fats also act as carriers in the intestine for the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K.
- Probiotics, such as acidophilus and bifidus, 1 daily before each meal, on an empty stomach, to detoxify the intestinal tract and fight invading organisms, fungus, bacteria or parasites that could be affecting the ability to conceive. Parasites and over-growth of yeast are known to have detrimental effects on fertility. These healthy bacterial cultures also prevent gas and aid in nutrient absorption.
- Selenium, 200-400 mcg. daily. Deficiencies are linked to infertility in both women and men.
- Vitamin E, 400 I.U. daily for balanced hormone production and for both male and female infertility.
- Zinc, 80 mg. daily, for optimum function of reproductive organs.
Vitamin B complex, 100 mg. especially B6, 100 mg. (for at least 6 months), and Paba, 50 mg., is essential for the proper balance between hormones that is necessary for pregnancy to occur and for proper glandular function.
Vitamin C with bioflavonoids, 2000-6000 mg. daily, play an important role in ovarian function and egg development for women, for sperm motility and number for men, and for healthy placenta function and to prevent miscarriages.
Other important nutrients for fertility and reproductive health include L-arginine, chromium, copper, coenzyme Q10, calcium, magnesium, manganese, and Vitamin A/ beta-carotene.
Beneficial herbs for women include:* red clover, *raspberry leaf, *dong quai, nettles, ginseng, bee pollen, royal jelly, wild yam, kelp, spirulina, gotu kola, false unicorn, maca, muira puama, , licorice and damiana.
Herbs that enhance sexual and reproductive function for men include: bee pollen, ginkgo biloba, tribulus terrestris, spirulina, ginseng, spirulina, gotu kola, yohimbe, maca, muira puama, oats (avena sativa), damiana, sarsaparilla, saw palmetto and damiana.
A balanced diet with nutrient-dense, unprocessed whole foods is essential for providing the nutrients necessary for optimum health before conception. Eat plenty (6 or more servings) of fruits and vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables; whole grains, especially oats; legumes, especially soy bean products; nuts and seeds and cold pressed seed oils, especially pumpkin, flax, walnut, and olives. Include in your diet wheat germ, sunflower seeds, oysters, eggs, sweet potatoes, almonds, cashews, grapes, beets, whole grain cereals, figs, fish, avacados, apples, leeks, watercress, carrots.
Avoid alcohol, smoking and second-hand smoke, caffeine, fried foods, sugary, junk food wheat and gluten-containing foods, and animal fats. For a healthy lifestyle avoid stress, intense exercise, hot tubs and saunas. All of these are known to affect sex drive, fertility and potency.
Recommended reading includes: “Overcoming Infertility Naturally”, by Karen Bradstreet, “Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Years” by Susun Weed, “Encyclopedia of Natural Healing” by Alive Books, S. Gursche, Dr. Z. Rona, eds., “Prescription for Nutritional Healing” by Dr. J. Balch and P. Balch.
I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call.
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Dear Customer, Thank you very much for your inquiry maintaining optimum health after removal of the gallbladder or with liver or gallbladder disorders. The removal of your gall-bladder results in an overtaxed liver and pancreas. The liver is essential for lipid metabolism, the production of enzymes, blood-clotting compounds, vitamins and proteins for immune function, triggering bile production in the gallbladder, breaking down and detoxifying harmful metabolic by-products, all our hormones, and toxins which are then eliminated through the kidneys and gallbladder. Without a gallbladder the liver becomes overburdened, and it struggles to keep up its work. This effects other functions, i.e. the emulsifying and metabolism of fats, pancreas function and digestion in general. The pancreas which provides insulin for starch, sugar and lipid metabolism is often affected by a dysfunctional gallbladder or chronic gallstones. Supplement Management To enhance liver function, pancreas health and improve fat metabolism without a gallbladder: - Milk Thistle, 100 mg. of silymarin, the active ingredient, 3 times per day, cleanses and rejuvenates the liver. (See Tuck’s Health Choice pamphlet on Milk Thistle). Use 2-3 times a year for optimum liver function. Other important herbs and nutrients for liver function include: Alfalfa, B Vitamin Complex, Lecithin, Yellow Dock, Dandelion leaves (rich in omega 3 fatty acids) and roots and Artichoke. - Pancreatin with Digestive enzymes such as, Bromelain and Papain and full spectrum plant enzymes, and ox bile ( to replace bile no longer manufactured by gallbladder) taken with each meal, are essential for good digestion and prevention of inflammation in the tissue, organs and joints. - Vitamin D, 400 I.U. or 20 minutes of sun without sunscreen daily, Vitamin D is poorly absorbed from diet without a gallbladder. - Chromium, 400 mcg. daily, essential for pancreatic function, insulin efficiency, balancing blood sugars and metabolising lipids. - Lecithin, 1TBSP granules or 1200 mg. 3 times daily with meals, for emulsifying and digesting fats. Dietary Management Reducing the burden of the liver will help detoxify your body and reduce the symptoms that keep you from full vitality. Some of the other health concerns that could be of concern include carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, pancreas function, keeping your gastro-intestinal tract and bowel healthy and the prevention of cancer. A diet consisting largely of raw foods is recommended for those who have had their gallbladder removed resulting in an overburdened liver. Some dietary changes that will support liver function without the gallbladder and pancreas function while improving blood sugar balance include: - Eating 4-5 smaller meals a day improves digestion and absorption of nutrients, prevents fatigue and blood sugar imbalances. Eat your largest meal during the day and do not eat after 8 PM. If hungry after 8 PM, eat light, easy-to-digest snacks like fruit or veggies, yoghurt, broth, or herbal teas for digestion and sleep. - Reducing and avoiding fats, hard cheeses and fried foods as they delay and impair digestion and increase inflammation and pain in joints. Also avoid coffee, black tea, alcohol, colas and carbonated drinks, and smoking, all of which affect digestion and deplete nutrients. - Increasing fluid intake, 8– 8 oz. glasses of pure water daily including soup broths, herbal teas and unsweetened fruit or fresh vegetable juices. This will flush inflammation-causing toxins and waste out of the system and improve fat metabolism and weight management, reduce sugar cravings and increase energy levels. - Increasing intake of a wide variety of raw (or lightly steamed) yellow, orange, red and dark green vegetables and fruit, especially dark leafy green vegetables such as, kale, spinach, rapini, chard, and Chinese greens. These are low in calories, rich in enzymes, antioxidants, chlorophyll, all of which aid digestion , increase energy and flush out inflammation-causing compounds. Fruits and veggies are also bioflavonoid- and phytohormone-rich with mild estrogenic effects and are anti-tumour. - Eating more complex carbohydrates by introducing more dried beans and peas, whole grains and cereals (preferably cooked from dry form rather than from cans or instant). It is important to chew all food well, but particularly grains and legumes so that they can be alkalized by the body and to improve digestibility and absorption of nutrients which are fibre- and nutrient-rich. It is important to chew all food well, but particularly grains and legumes so that they can be alkalized by the body and to improve digestibility and absorption of nutrients. Presoak grains and legumes overnight before cooking to improve digestibility and neutralize phytic acid which binds most minerals and prevents their absorption - Increasing fibre intake for digestive health and control of blood sugar levels by eating more whole, fibre-rich grains, cereals, and breads, especially oat bran, rice bran, millet, brown rice, quinoa and buckwheat. Soluble and insoluble fibres are essential for proper digestion and absorption of nutrients, fat metabolism, control of blood pressure. They also increase the “filled” feeling and balance blood sugar, thereby reducing food cravings. - Eating complex carbohydrates that have a low glycemic index (see enclosed chart) for control of blood sugar levels. Whole, high-fibre foods help maintain a more balanced blood sugar as their carbohydrates metabolize to sugars more slowly than refined and processed foods. - Increasing lean protein intake is excellent for balancing blood sugars and preventing weight gain. Avoid excess animal proteins. They acidify the system resulting in depletion of nutrients in the tissue and bone and sugar cravings. Start introducing vegetable protein foods like soy milk and tofu, hummus (chick pea spread) and other legume products. Other optimum lean protein foods like yoghurt, cottage cheese, kefir, whey, fish (non-fried), lean chicken or turkey are important for good digestion, prevention of depression and sugar cravings. Soy products can be introduced by using half soy milk /half milk on cereal, in mashed potatoes, etc. and adding marinated and sautéed medium or firm tofu to favourite soup and stew recipes. - Eating more foods like, apples and unsweetened applesauce, grapes, raspberries, lemons, limes, beets, celery and their juices, mushrooms, rhubarb, daikon radish and seaweeds. These foods benefit liver function and cleansing which is essential for the post-menopausal woman, for proper fat metabolism, and when taking medications long-term. - Using fat-free, low sodium commercial spreads, dressings, and low-fat or fat-free dairy products. Avoid hydrogenated margarines and commercial baked goods. Healthy essential fatty acid sources include olive oil, cold-pressed canola oil, freshly ground flax seeds, flax seed oil, almonds, walnuts, avocados, deep sea fish. Essential fatty acids improve overall fat and carbohydrate metabolism and protect against blood sugar imbalances. - Healthy snack ideas: Use an insulated cooler bag with a couple of mini freeze packs to keep natural, healthy snacks fresh when not at home. Include fresh fruits, fruit salad, apple sauce, mini yoghurts, veggies and veggie sticks, hummus, black or kidney bean dip, bake-style potato or tortilla chips, dried fruit and nut mix, salt-free pretzels. I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. If you are interested in a personalized Natural Health Care Program, please let us know. This free service, based on a client’s information provided for us on our Tuck’s Health Choice Health Profile Form, allows product matching to your needs. You can then order the required products and make dietary and lifestyle changes appropriate to your program.
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Thank you very much for inquiry about hair loss. Stress robs your body of nutrients at a very rapid rate and weakens the immune system, the nervous system and robs skin and hair of essential nutrients. Chronic stress causes the gut to poorly absorb nutrients from your food. At the same time the body creates toxic chemicals that create inflammation and other stress responses like allergies, asthma, skin blemishes and hair loss. The body’s oxygen supply is depleted in each cell. The nutrients that best support that combination of immune system, healthy skin and hair, and stress management would include Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C and antioxidants and “green foods”. The best types of products that can support good health, strengthen a weak immune system and help your body deal with stress more effectively contain a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, herbs, greens and foods. Some of the best examples of these types of products are “green food” formulas such as Flora’s Beyond Greens or Nu-Greens Profile. A comprehensive One-a-Day supplement would be a good complement to a “Greens” product. For healthy nerves and hair choose one that contains at least 50 mg. of the B vitamin complex and the mineral Silica.. Quest, Nu-Life, Swiss, and Natural Factors all have excellent top quality multiple vitamins. There are also several very good herbal products specifically for healthy hair growth like Organika’s Hair Plus, Flora’s VegeSil, and Futurbiotics’ Hair, Skin and Nails. Any of these would be beneficial to include in an anti-stress and hair health program. I hope this information is helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call. Yours in Good Health,
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