An Eczema Case Study: Treating Dermatitis

November 30th, 2007

Main complaint: A 25 years old male complains of Eczema, which comes and goes particularly during stressful periods. The skin itches and patient has experienced Eczema for 10 years.

History of present illness: Patient experiences itching in the elbow crease and behind the knees. The Eczema is often symmetrical and occurs in both areas during stressful times in his life. They are itchy, without differentiation, the itching seems uncontrolled and can often affects the patient’s sleep, because of this, he feels very tired. He tends to feel hot and is irritable.

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My Aching Head

November 30th, 2007

by Dr. David Ramaley

We have all suffered a headache at some time or another. Over the last several years, new research has shown that there are basically two types of headaches: mechanical and vascular.

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Lipsticks and Alzheimer’s…

November 29th, 2007

by Warren Matthews of Xtend-Life

Although I have not studied the published data to see if my anecdotal ‘evidence’ is correct it has seemed to me from personal experience over many years that more Women than Men appear to suffer from Alzheimer’s. Maybe I am right, may be I’m not! Whether I am or not really doesn’t really matter in so far as the subject of this item is concerned!

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The Benefits Of Green Tea

November 29th, 2007

Green Tea Contains The Following:

Tannins - A group of simple and complex phenol, polyphenol, and flavonoid compounds. Produced by plants, all of the tannins are relatively resistant to digestion or fermentation. All tannins act as astringents, shrinking tissues and contracting structural Proteins in the skin and mucosa.

What Does This Do For You?

Having a cup of Green Tea after a meal can aid in digestion. Green Tea has been used for thousand of years in Asia as a digestive.

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Chamomile Infused Antiseptic Wash

November 29th, 2007

Chamomile: Best known for its relaxing, sleep-inducing qualities, Chamomile is also a great tonic for the digestive system - soothing adults and children alike. In addition, its Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties make it an excellent eye remedy, an effective wash for wound and Skin Care and a fabulous addition to massage oil.

Excellent Antiseptic Wash - Infused Chamomile (water-based) :

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Herbs To Tonify The Lungs

November 28th, 2007

Dryness is a common problem in Autumn. Dryness can manifest as Constipation, dry throat, dry skin, dry eyes, dry brittle hair, thirst, and lack of Sweat. Most people do not drink enough fluids regularly, let alone in the Autumn. Spicy food can cause or worsen dryness. Be careful not to get stuck in the vicious cycle of craving the same food that makes your symptoms worse!

Below are some of the most popular and common Herbal Remedies for aliments of the lungs:

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The Miracle of Green Tea

November 28th, 2007

Is any other food or drink reported to have as many health benefits as Green Tea? The Chinese have known about the medicinal benefits of Green Tea since ancient times, using it to treat everything from Headaches to depression. In her book Green Tea: The Natural Secret for a Healthier Life, Nadine Taylor states that Green Tea has been used as a medicine in China for at least 4,000 years.

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Don’t combine SSRI anti-depressants with NSAIDs, Aspirin, Motrin etc.

November 28th, 2007

by Warren Matthews of Xtend-Life

Below is a copy of an article which outlines some new information about combining these two forms of drugs and the resultant increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.

None of these results are surprising as no one really knows the full extent of interactions between drugs, not even the pharmaceutical companies. I remember talking to scientist from one of the pharmaceutical companies a few years ago and he readily admitted that they have no idea what can happen when two drugs are combined, let alone 5 of more which many people are on.

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Green Tea Extract Increases Metabolism, May Aid in Weight Loss

November 27th, 2007

There are two ways to Lose Weight — either reduce energy intake, or increase energy expenditure. Because Hypothyroidism — even after treatment — may reduce energy expenditure in some people, patients naturally are looking for options that can help safely help raise the metabolism.

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Omega 3 DHA or GLM (Omega 3 with Green Lipped Mussel)?

November 27th, 2007

Question: from Bahman.

I would also like to purchase your Omega 3 products. Having looked at your product list, there are two types of Omega 3 :

1) GLM-Omega 3 plus &
2) Omega 3 / DHA Ester.

Could you please advise me which one I should purchase to use it together with Total Balance Mens Plus and how many pills should I should take daily.

Answer: from Joanna (Medical Nutritionist for Xtend-Life)

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