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Volume 3, Issue 8Welcome to Heartland's NATURAL SOLUTIONS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY newsletter. We are excited to share relevant news about natural health topics and offer alternative and complimentary options for you and your family. We are committed to helping you find more complete answers to your health concerns, and look forward to being a friend as you seek greater health through innovative natural products, ideas, and educational resources. For personalized direction, call our helpline at 1-888-772-2345.
TOPICS IN TODAY'S ISSUE:
· Did You Know? - A healthy prostate gland has up to TEN TIMES the zinc of any other organ in the body
· In the News - New research may bring us closer to preventing colds
· Alkalizing Your Body
· Recipes for Health
"Those who do not have enough time for good health, will not have good health for enough time"
- Paul Bragg, Health Crusader“You must give up the way it is... to have it the way you want it.”
- Source Unknown
A healthy prostate gland has up to TEN TIMES the zinc of any other organ in the body. It is essential to healthy prostate functioning and critical to testosterone synthesis and sperm formation. Research published in The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry indicates that zinc helps prevent the hormonal action that causes prostate enlargement. In addition to helping reduce prostate enlargement in men, zinc has shown promise in the treatment of male infertility.
Considered an essential trace element in the body, zinc is involved in cell division and differentiation among many other biological functions. This goes hand-in-hand with progesterone, which tells the cells to “slow-down, differentiate, become what you are supposed to become” versus EXCESS estrogen, which tells the cells to “hurry up, grow quickly”, hindering normal cell development and contributing to cancer. The prostate in the male fetus is created by the same cells that become the uterus in the female baby. Just like a hormonal imbalance in the form of estrogen dominance leads to uterine cancer, it is also a key factor in prostate cancer. Excess estrogen comes from many sources: petrochemicals (pesticides, plastics, commercial fragrances/air fresheners, solvents, candles, fabric softeners, household cleaners), hormone-injected chicken, beef, milk, eggs, foods with pesticides (especially coffee, beef, milk), and excess body fat.
Zinc can be found in many good foods: seeds, nuts, whole grains, meat, eggs, brown rice and berries. You can also get zinc in Heartland’s Spray Nutrition products, especially in our Re-Live Again anti-aging formula. In addition to prostate care, zinc is well known for its antibacterial properties. It can even help kill organisms that contribute to urinary tract infections. Besides fighting against infections and heavy metals, zinc also helps repair wounds, maintain normal sexual function and protect against deteriorating vision associated with age-related macular degeneration.
For the prostate to use zinc more efficiently, it is important to take it in conjunction with pyridoxine (B6). Vitamin B6 also helps the prostate as it inhibits prolactin, which can contribute to tumor formation in men over age 40. B6 is found in whole-grain cereals, liver, poultry, fish, meat, eggs, most vegetables, and sunflower seeds. Remember pesticide and hormone-loaded chicken, meat and eggs also contribute greatly to estrogen dominance, which hinders prostate health. Choose hormone-free and organic products where possible.
Eliminating zinc deficiencies, along with balancing estrogen dominance through normal physiological doses of natural progesterone, are both important for more than 50% of men over age 40 dealing with prostate enlargement and higher risks of prostate cancer. Heartland Natural Progesterone Cream can be applied directly to genital areas, and users report success for reduction of prostate inflammation. Consult your naturopath, chiropractor or medical doctor knowledgeable in natural hormone balancing techniques.
For the name of a chiropractor or health practitioner carrying Heartland products near you, simply call our helpline at 1-888-772-2345. Or, ask your doctor to order it for you and work with you to achieve your healthy prostate goals. We’ll send your doctor research and documentation at no additional cost. Your search for effective health solutions just might open your doctor’s doors to helping many other people with prostate issues. In the end, only you are ultimately responsible for your health. Don’t be afraid to take action.
Keep yourself covered… Heartland’s high-absorbing Essential 90+ Spray Vitamins gives you a daily combination of Zinc and B6 (pyridoxine) along with 87 “essentials” to help keep your body healthy. Essential 90+ is a balanced combination of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and the 3 Essential Fatty acids used to help support your immune system. For a brochure, or to order today, call 1-888-772-2345.
KUTV, UTAH: HEALTHY LIVING with Shauna Lake
Jan 29, 2003 3:43 pm US/Mountain
Scientists still haven't found a cure for the common cold, but new research may bring us closer to preventing colds in the first place. A new study published in the American Journal of Therapeutics shows products containing Zinc Glutonate Glycine might help. This national study was conducted in Utah, at Provo's heritage school. 378 students ages 12-18 were given a daily dose of an over the counter Zinc formula.
“The heritage study was great news. We want kids to be healthy and to be in school,” said Linda Wolfe, RN, National Association of School Nurses. The study found students who took a daily Zinc lozenge contracted about 50 percent fewer colds. The study also showed that if Zinc is used following the onset of cold symptoms, it can reduce the duration of the illness by 4 days and dramatically reduce the need for antibiotics. “Anything we can do to reduce the need for antibiotics is helpful. In this study they were reduced by 92-percent,” Wolfe said.
Zinc is considered safe for the prevention and treatment of colds in children 12-18 years of age.
Source: http://kutv.com/healthyliving/local_story_029174433.html
HEARTLAND EDITOR’S NOTE: Heartland’s Spray-eeze is great source of zinc gultonate. This Spray Nutrition formula is specially designed for fighting colds and allergies. Spray-eeze contains effective doses of Vitamin C, Zinc and Echinacea used to strengthen the immune system. Zinc kills the rhinovirus on contact and Echinacea has a powerful anti-viral effect.
“Five a day” is such a simple rule – yet it is one on the best ways to protect your health. While your fresh veggies should outnumber your daily fresh fruits in the five a day formula, many fruits are more alkaline than vegetables. Berries are one of those super alkalizers - all except blueberries, which are actually on the acid-forming side. Berries are a great natural source of zinc in your diet. Berries are a favorite among gourmet desserts and are easy to add to your diet as just plain finger food. Since real heavy cream is neutral on the alkaline/acid scale, why not enjoy an exquisite parfait of fresh berries to help create alkaline balance in your body?
ALKALINE HIGHLIGHT: All kinds of berries (except blueberries) are highly-alkaline forming at a 6.0 rating. Raspberries in particular are known for their cancer-fighting properties, as well as strawberries. But watch for pesticides – strawberries can be heavily sprayed. Remember, pies aren’t the same as fresh berries, unless you discover one of those fantastic raw berry pie recipes!
ACID HIGHLIGHT: Blueberries rate only a 3.5 on the scale, making them an acid-forming food. Other fruits that interestingly enough land on the acid side of the chart include cranberries, plums and prunes.
Golden Omega Milled Flaxseed is another great addition to a prostate-healthy diet. In a study published in the July 2001 issue of Urology, “prostate cancer patients who added about 3 heaping tablespoons of ground flaxseed daily to their diet had more slowly-dividing tumor cells and a greater rate of tumor cell death than men who did not follow this diet, after about 5 weeks”. Order your milled flax today! Call 1-888-772-2345 or order online at http://www.heartlandnatural.com/flax.htm.
SOME BERRY GOOD IDEAS (adapted from Rhonda Malkmus’ “Recipes for Life”)
Page 150: Wash and gently mix together 1 ½ cups of your favorite berries. Serve plain or make a sauce by pureeing part of the berries together in a blender.
Page 191: Most fruits, eaten in proper combination, can be fully digested in about 30 minutes. (Never eat fruit with other foods, because fruit digests much faster than vegetables and grains. If you eat fruit with other foods, this will require the fruit to sit around in your stomach much longer than is necessary, leading to fermentation.) Because fruit is able to go through your system so quickly, it is an excellent cleanser. Eating fruit is a great way of adding fiber to your diet, and this fiber helps the body to deal with the sugar content of the fruit.
Page 315:
FRESH STRAWBERRY PIE
Pie Shell:
1 cup raw almonds, soaked overnight
1 cup soft, pitted dates
½ tsp. vanilla (optional)
Grind the almonds in a food processor until finely chopped. Add the dates and vanilla, and blend well. Press thinly into a pie plate (form center to the outside rim) to form the shell.
Binder:
7 or 8 large ripe strawberries
5 soft dates, pitted
2 bananas, fairly ripe
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
Blend all binder ingredients in food processor or blender until well mixed.
Fruit Filling:
Cut 2 pints of fresh strawberries into quarters, and fold into binder and fill shell. Decorate with approximately ½ pint of quartered strawberries. Cover with plastic wrap and store in refrigerator to chill before serving.
Send us your own favorite recipes for keeping your family healthy naturally! E-mail to recipes@heartlandnatural.com
REFERENCES:
Quote sources thanks to Cyber-Nation.Com and www.ZigZiglar.com.
Zinc for prostate health sources include Gary Null, PhD from his book “Gary Null’s Ultimate Anti-Aging Program”, Dr. Ronald Klatz and Dr. Robert Goldman from their book “Stopping The Clock” and Valerie Saxion, ND from her book “How to Feel Great All the Time”.
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