Welcome Guest
Readers Online 3
Supplements
Subscribe to Supplements RSS Feed
The elderberry has been an important and popular part of European alternative medicine for ages. It is revered by herbal healers for its effectiveness in treating many ailments. As far back as 400 B.C., Hippocrates was referring to the elder tree as
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 608 | Published: Jun 2nd 2008)
2: How Does Maitake Mushroom Boost the Immune System?
Medical practices treat the symptoms of disease. They do not prevent the illness itself. Alternative medicine offers a complement to the traditional methods. More and more physicians are realizing this and responding to it in their own
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 621 | Published: Jun 1st 2008)
3: Licorice is More Than That Tasty Treat in the Grocery Store
Medical professionals, especially in Europe and Japan, have been using licorice more and more in medicine. The Chinese consider licorice to be a superior balancing and harmonizing agent, so it is added to many herbal formulas. It is reputed
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 581 | Published: Jun 1st 2008)
4: Is the Herb Damiana for Men or Women?
For men, Damiana is known to raise levels of testosterone. It is also helpful in treating premature ejaculation and impotence. For women, it helps to induce delayed menstrual periods and ease the symptoms of painful menstruation.
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 595 | Published: Jun 1st 2008)
5: Why Does Cranberry Work So Well for Bladder Infections?
Cranberry is a fruit native to North America. It typically grows in bogs, and commercial production is mainly performed in Massachusetts and Wisconsin. For ages, cranberry has been used for the prevention and treatment of urinary tract infections. Research suggests
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 817 | Published: May 31st 2008)
6: Cramp Bark Could Help Relax And Support Female Functions
Cramp Bark is best known for relieving cramps related to menstruation. It contains a substance called viopudial, which provides it with its cramp-relieving effects. It is the most powerful antispasmodic herb for the uterus and
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 571 | Published: May 31st 2008)
7: Boost Your Health with Codonopsis
Codonopsis, "the poor man's ginseng," is the dried or fresh root cultivated from the plant Codonopsis pilosula. It is a perennial native to Asia and is found most abundantly in parts of China. It thrives in moist soil and at the edges of thick, wooded areas and grows to approximately five feet tall. It is now cultivated in
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 588 | Published: May 30th 2008)
8: Boost Energy Levels with D-Ribose
Discovered by Phoebus Levene in 1905, D-ribose is a monosaccharide, and is a component of RNA that is needed for genetic transcription. It is a stereoisomer of ribose, and although not regarded as an essential nutrient since it is synthesized in the body, it is essential for life. It also takes part in human metabolism, helping to generate energy
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1214 | Published: May 27th 2008)
9: Coral Calcium an Alkalizing Mineral to Balance pH
The health benefits of coral calcium were discovered in 1979, when a British journalist representing the Guinness Book of records traveled to Okinawa to talk to Shigechiyo Izumi, who at 115 years old was at the time the world’s oldest documented living human being. Not only was the journalist impressed and surprised at how healthy such an
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1090 | Published: May 27th 2008)
10: Copper Can You Live With Out It Or Not?
Copper is an essential trace mineral necessary for life, and it is necessary for the proper function of certain enzymes that allow certain biochemical functions of the body to take place. Without copper neither plant nor animal life would be possible. Dietary sources include nuts, grains, seeds, beans and other vegetable protein sources. Although it
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1050 | Published: May 25th 2008)
11: Boost Muscle Strength And Energy With Creatine
So what is creatine, apart from being a substance used by body builders and others trying to increase their muscle bulk? What is known about it is that it is a natural product of the kidneys, liver and pancreas, and that it is composed of the three amino acids, arginine, glycine and methionine. There are two forms of creatine: the free form and also the phosphorylated form, the latter comprising two thirds of the creatine found in the body. It appears that once
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1033 | Published: May 22nd 2008)
12: Get More Sleep With Chamomile
Chamomile is a centuries-old herb. The most common variations used in promoting good health are German and Roman chamomile. The German government has approved its use for skin care (to treat swelling) and as an aide for sleep difficulties. Chamomile is a common flowering plant native to northwestern Asia, as well as various parts of southern and central Europe. Today, it is widely cultivated all over the world, including
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 710 | Published: May 21st 2008)
13: Nourishing And Life Giving Colostrum Is Vital To Newborns And Adults
It is now believed that colostrum will help not only newly born infants, but also grown adults. If your immune system is weak or you are suffering from a condition that could be helped by a boost to your immune system, colostrum might be what you need to help you fight off what is ailing you. This has become clear after the way that colostrum works
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1079 | Published: May 21st 2008)
14: Health And Wellness Depend On The Colloidal Trace Minerals We Consume
Colloidal trace minerals are just as important to our health and well being as vitamins. Practically since birth we have had it pounded into us that we must eat our vitamins if we are to be healthy. The fact is that vitamins are of little use to you without minerals which are as essential for your metabolism as any vitamin is. The essential minerals are the inorganic equivalents of the essential organic vitamins. They work together to
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1348 | Published: May 20th 2008)
15: All B Vitamins Must Be Coenzymated Before The Body Can Use Them
The fact that B vitamins have had to be coenzymated before they can be used by your body has been known for some time, but it is only over the past few years that they have been made commercially available in that form. Before we discuss the B vitamins in their coenzyme form it might be appropriate to discuss what coenzymes are and how they differ from ordinary enzymes. An enzyme is like an organic catalyst: it takes part in biochemical
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1113 | Published: May 17th 2008)
16: Grapefruit Seed Extract may help Fight Stomach and Intestinal Bacteria
Grapefruit seed extract is regarded as being natural antibiotic that is effective against a broad range of bacterial infections It has also been used to treat parasitic infections and a range of viral infections as well as having found uses for a wide variety of medical conditions.
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1062 | Published: May 17th 2008)
17: Cetyl Myristoleate May Help Build And Maintain Healthy Cells For Better Health
Cetyl myristoleate is a fatty acid ester used largely as a dietary supplement to support joint mobility and the immune system. Chemically it is a natural hexadecyl ester of cis-9-tetradecanoic acid, an unsaturated fatty acid commonly known as myristoleic acid. The acid is found naturally in fish and whale oils, and also in butter and kombo butter from
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1029 | Published: May 15th 2008)
18: Boost Cardiovascular Health And Circulation With Butcher’s Broom
Butcher’s broom (Ruscus aculeatus) is a member of the lily family, and looks a bit like a holly bush with barbed evergreen leaves and bright red berries in the fall. At one time they were collected, tied together and sold to butchers as brooms to sweep out their shops.
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1191 | Published: May 10th 2008)
19: Balance pH, Boost Digestion, and Reduce Inflammation With the Pineapple Enzyme Bromelain
Bromelain consists of two enzymes that digest proteins, otherwise known as proteases or proteolytic enzymes. These enzymes are obtained from different parts of the plant, one from the stem and the other from the fruit. It also includes protease inhibitors, acid phosphatase, peroxidase and calcium.
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1116 | Published: May 8th 2008)
20: Support Proper Joint Function With Shark Cartilage
Sharks do not have skeleton of bone but of cartilage, which is a dense form of connective tissue. Its main components are cells known as chondrocytes that are responsible for producing collagen fibers, an elastic protein called elastin that is responsible for the skin returning to
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1106 | Published: May 8th 2008)
21: Suffering from Bladder Dysfunction Give ButterBur Extract a try and Restore Bladder Function
Butterbur extract is taken mainly from the rhizome, root and leaves of the butterbur, a member of the daisy family. They are very hardy and have creeping underground rhizomes and large leaves like
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1138 | Published: May 5th 2008)
22: Protect your Joints, Connective Tissues and Arteries from Free Radical Damage with Cherry Fruit Extract
Cherry fruit extract contains organic compounds known as flavanoids, which is a form of phytochemical frequently found in highly colored fruits and vegetables. If you eat a fruit such as pomegranate,
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1117 | Published: May 4th 2008)
23: Boost your Immune System with Una de Gato (Cat’s Claw)
Una de Gato, otherwise known as cat’s claw, is properly Unicaria tomentosa. It has been used as an herbal medicine for at least two thousand years by the people of Central and South America who gave
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1073 | Published: May 3rd 2008)
24: Absorb Toxins and Poisons in the Digestive Tract with Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal has been treated by heat to open up millions of small spaces between the carbon atoms and turn it literally into an atomic sponge that adsorbs both organic and organic impurities.
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1230 | Published: May 1st 2008)
25: Did you know the Trace Element Chromium Could Help Your Body’s Cells Absorb Glucose?
Chromium is a trace element in your body, meaning that it is present only in very small quantities, yet like many trace elements it is extremely important to your health. Most people associate chromiu
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1044 | Published: May 1st 2008)
26: Chondroitin Sulfate is a Mucopolysaccharide that can Boost Cartilage, Tendon and ligament Health
Chemically, chondroitin sulfate is a glucosaminoglycan, with alternating n-acetylgalactosamine and glucuronic acid units in the chain. However, there are a large number of combinations, and it is not
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1094 | Published: Apr 27th 2008)
27: Did You Know That Chlorella A Single Celled Micro Alga Can Boost Health And Wellness?
Chlorella is what is known as a micro alga, a single celled vegetable organism that grows in fresh water. Microalgae are microscopic species of plant life that are likely responsible for the biologic
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1082 | Published: Apr 27th 2008)
28: Suffering From Chronic Stomach Acid Problems?
In a search to promote a long and healthy life, a lot of Americans forget about their stomachs, which results in things ranging from simple heartburn to ulcers and even cancer. The effects of alcohol
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 700 | Published: Apr 26th 2008)
29: Balance Stress With The Minerals Magnesium And Calcium
When stress hormones are released into the body due to a stressful situation, several things may happen. Your metabolic rate can increase, heart rate jumps, blood vessels contract and get tighter, th
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 553 | Published: Apr 26th 2008)
30: The Benefits Of L-Carnitine Continues To Grow
Research continues to mount evidence that l-carnitine can help boost energy and quality of life. Carnitine comes from the Latin word for flesh: caro or carnis. L-carnitine was discovered and isolate
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 587 | Published: Apr 25th 2008)
31: What's Health Supplements - Why Are They Largely Ineffective
You’re a savvy health conscious guy who believes in the importance of using
mens health supplements to support your health, protect you from disease and
allow you to be healthy when you're older.
B
(Author: Brett Seagrott
| Word Count: 2591 | Published: Apr 25th 2008)
32: The Truth About Coenzyme Q10
Coenzyme Q10 is an important cofactor that is found in nearly every cell of the body. Coenzyme Q10 is naturally produced by the body as well as attained through the foods we eat or in supplement form
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 599 | Published: Apr 24th 2008)
33: Put An End To Pain And Suffering Naturally
There’s a new extract on the block that helps in reducing inflammation and joint pain. This herb, which is made up of Korean angelica and related species, has been extremely popular in parts of Asia
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 574 | Published: Apr 24th 2008)
34: The Benefits Of Fish Oil Continue To Grow!
Omega-3 Fish oil continues to grow in popularity with mounting research to back it; even main stream doctors are recommending this oil to help improve cardiovascular health. The active properties tha
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 750 | Published: Apr 23rd 2008)
35: Antioxidants The Free-Radical Antidote
The new knowledge found by scientists connecting free radicals to a number of degenerative biologic functions, combined with the increase in the median age, has made interest in antioxidants skyrocket
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 682 | Published: Apr 22nd 2008)
36: Boost Energy And Stimulate Healthy Hair, Skin, And Nails With Vitamin Biotin
Biotin is one of the B vitamins, known as vitamin B7 and also, for some reason, vitamin H. If you have a deficiency of this vitamin you will know about it because it makes you bald. So keep up your v
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1179 | Published: Apr 21st 2008)
37: A Multiple Vitamins And Proper Nutrition Can Boost The Body’s Energy Efficiency
Today, when we look around, we can’t help but notice that the environment is suffering. Natural resources are depleted, water and soil are contaminated, and air, in some cities, is gray with particul
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 658 | Published: Apr 16th 2008)
38: Organic Coffee: The next great health food for whom?
Throughout the early 1970s many small family owned natural and gourmet food stores were boycotted by health food distributors because specialty coffee was carried. These health food distributors woul
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 587 | Published: Apr 16th 2008)
39: Ubiquinol Reduced CoQ10: The Other Half Of The CoQ10 Story
Ubiquinol, which is the reduced from of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), has been recently added to the supplement offerings of many companies and has generated a lot of confusion along with its excitement. As
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1118 | Published: Apr 15th 2008)
40: Slow The Aging Process And Disease By Reducing Blood Sugar And Fat
The main cause of any chronic disease of aging including Type II diabetes, CV disease, obesity, osteoporosis, and cancer are all caused by miss communication between signals that tell your body how to
(Author: Darrell Miller
| Word Count: 1129 | Published: Apr 15th 2008)
Page 1 of 4
[1] [2] [3] [4]
Powered by