We’ve all heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” and a new study is proving this study to be true. According to the study, foods high in soluble fiber (including apples, oats and nuts) reduce inflammation associated with obesity-related diseases and strengthens the immune system.
“Soluble fiber causes increased production of an anti-inflammatory protein called interleukin-4.
In the experiment, laboratory mice consumed diets that were identical except that they contained either soluble or insoluble fiber. After six weeks on the diet, the animals had distinctly different responses when the scientists induced illness by introducing a substance (lipopolysaccharide) that causes the body to mimic a bacterial infection.
Two hours after lipopolysaccharide injection, the mice fed soluble fiber were only half as sick as the other group, and they recovered 50 percent sooner.” www.mercola.com
Be sure to get enough soluble fiber into your diet every day. If you’re having difficulty getting the recommended amount of soluble fiber, Standard Process has a product called Whole Food Fiber that will help you get enough soluble fiber every day. If you have any questions about Whole Food Fiber, please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com
Recently a study in Denmark demonstrated that bacterial populations in the gut of diabetics differ from non diabetics. This study is building on earlier studies linking gut microflora composition and obesity. We discussed in an earlier post (Support for Healthy Digestion) how important gut microflora is for overall health, and these studies reinforce its importance. At Rejuvenation and Well Being we can not only help you determine if your gut microflora is in balance, but we can use Standard Process whole food supplements (such as Gut Flora or Lact-Enz) to help get your gut microflora at optimal levels for overall health.
Vitamin C is a nutritional compound we hear a lot about. If you start to get a cough or cold, the first piece of advice you’ll receive is “be sure you’re getting enough vitamin C!” In addition to providing immune support, Vitamin C also maintains healthy muscle and skeletal function, keeps your heart healthy and provides strong antioxidant protection. Many of the Vitamin C complexes available over the coutner are synthetic and not very bioavailable. Standard Process has developed a whole food supplement for Vitamin C called Cataplex C.
“Vitamin C is an important nutritional compound essential for supporting the immune, cardiovascular, endocrine, musculoskeletal, and hematopoietic systems. Vitamin C is supported in these roles by other ingredients of Cataplex C, including veal bone PMG extract, dried alfalfa juice, echincea, and rice bran. These ingredients work together by providing a variety of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids in properly balanced, physiological ratios.” – Cataplex C product detail sheet
For mroe information about Cataplex C or Standard Process please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com
Has a health care provider ever told you that while taking antibiotics you should also eat yogurt? Have you ever wondered why that is? The reason is that not all bacteria are bad. In fact, some bacteria are essential for healthy digestion. Unfortunately it’s not only antibiotics that can deplete your intestinal flora – many of the highly processed foods we eat every day can wreak havoc as well! Standard Process has produced a supplement – Prebiotic Inulin – that can assist in rebuilding the intestinal flora and support overall digestive health.
“Prebiotic Inulin supports bone health, immune function and gut balance by providing a favorable environment for your intestinal microflora. Prebiotics are food (carbohydrates) that feed the good bacteria in the gut. They promote a favorable environment for the growth of native flora . . . (Inulin) is broken down by a fermentation process in the colon. This fermentation process promotes the growth of friendly intestinal microflora. This product contains Inulin, Calcium and Magnesium.” – Prebiotic Inulin Product Detail Sheet
If you are struggling with digestive issues and would like more information about Prebioitic Inulin please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com
During the winter months many people struggle with dry, cracked or sensitive skin. The skin is the largest organ of the human body and it is our first line of defense from disease, infection and injury. Repeated exposed to air pollutants, beauty products, soaps or harsh weather (especially during the cold winter), can cause the skin to become irritated which makes us more susceptible to infection. Maintaing a healthy diet, drinking plenty of fluids and getting regular exercise are excellent ways to keep the skin healthy and vibrant – but sometimes they are not enough on their own. Many of the lotions and hand creams being sold today contain chemicals or fragrances that can actually cause further damage to the skin. Standard Process has developed a product – USF Ointment - that can combat dry, scaly, cracked or sensitive skin without the harsh chemicals often found in lotions. USF Ointment contains Vitamin F, lanolin, linseed oil and lecithin.
“Lanolin is made up of water and fats, making it a natural emollient to damaged skin. Linseed oil provides essential fatty acids required by every living cell to rebuild and produce new cells. Lecithin, a phospholipid, is a major component of cell membranes. The cell membrane acts as a gatekeeper for incoming and outgoing nutrients and wastes, Lecithin helps cells absorb essential fatty acids. These three ingredients supply oil and moisture to support healthy skin cells. The Vitamin F Complex contains important fatty acids that promote healthy skin and hair. The vitamin F Complex also brings needed oxygen and calcium from the blood to also help promote healthy skin. The natural oils in lanolin and linseed oils help to restore elasticity to dry and brittle skin. Lecithin promotes absorption of these precious oils into the cells. As moisture is restored, the tight feeling, itching, and flaking of skin is often significantly relieved.” – USF Ointment Product Detail
To find out more about USF Ointment, please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com
Maintaining your exercise program can be a challenge during the winter months – freezing temperatures, rain and snow can deplete anyone’s motivation for staying in shape. As tempting as it might be to stay on your couch during the winter months, one of the best things you can do for yourself is exercise. During the winter months especially our bodies need the activity and fresh air. According to Dr. Joseph Mercola (www.mercola.com) some of the benefits to maintaing your exercise program are:
1. Exercise helps boost your immune system, which means fewer colds and flu during the winter months.
2. Exercise has been shown to decrease your risk of diseases as wide ranging as Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and cancer. In addition, there is evidence regular workouts can cause healthy structural changes in your heart.
3. Exercise is also a great way to relieve tension and manage the dangerous physical symptoms of stress. When you exercise, endorphins are released in your brain. Endorphins are all natural tranquilizers and mood elevators which create feelings of relaxation and renewal.
Dr. Mercola has written an excellent article about how to beat the winter blues with exercise. We’ve included the link below.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/01/23/Winter-Workouts-Can-Boost-Your-Mood.aspx
Often when people are searching for synthetic vitamins at a health food store, they look for the vitamin with the highest amount of nutrient in it (for example, %1000 percent or more of the daily recomended dose) and think this means the vitamin is a good quality. Dr. Royal Lee (the founder of Standard Process) found that the most important thing to consider when buying a vitamin is the source of the nutrient. This whole food philosophy is still held by Standard Process and is the reason for the high quality products they sell.
“Our founder, Dr. Royal Lee challenged the common scientific beliefs by choosing a holistic approach of providing nutrients through whole foods. His goal was to provide nutrients as they are found in nature – in a whole food state where he believed their natural potency and efficacy would be realized. Dr. Lee believed that when nutrients remain intact and are not split from their natural associated synergists – known and unknown – bioactivity is markedly enhanced over isolated nutrients. Following this philosophy, even a small amount of a whole food concentrate will offer enhanced nutritional support, compared to an isolated or fractionated vitamin. Therefore, one should examine the source of nutrients rather than looking at the quantities of individual nutrients on product labels.” – Standard Process
For more information on whole food supplements, please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com
Fiber is critical to our overall health. It supports heart health, bowel regularity and a healthy gastrointestinal environment, promotes healthy lipid and blood sugar levels, helps support weight management and provides immune support. Unfortunately, because of the processed nature of food in our country most foods don’t contain adequate fiber. If you are concerned about getting enough fiber in your diet, Standard Process makes a Whole Food Fiber powder that can help ensure that you get enough fiber every day.
“Dietary fiber is indigestible complex carbohydrates found in plant cells. It can be soluble (dissolves in water) or insoluble (cannot be dissolved in water) and both kinds offer important health benefits. Increasing your intake of insoluble dietary fiber can promote bowel regularity while increasing your intake of soluble fiber can support healthy lipid and glucose levels already within a normal range. High fiber foods contribute to healthy weight management by making you feel full longer and lengthening the time for nutrients to be absorbed. Whole Food Fiber is a good source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. It is also much more than a fiber supplement. It contains whole food ingredients that contribute to health-promoting phytonutrients to: protect against cellular damage; provide protection to the liver and colon; support the function of the liver and the kidneys; and participate in many important chemical reactions in the body.” – Whole Food Fiber Product Detail
To find out more about Whole Food Fiber please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com
Scientific research is consistently demonstrating the importance of Vitamin D. This essential vitamin not only supports bone and teeth health, it also plays a vital role in immune support. Sun exposure is one of the best ways to get Vitamin D, but during the cloudy and rainy winter months, getting enough sun exposure can be a challenge. Standard Process produces an excellent, whole food supplement for vitamin D called Cataplex D.
“The vitamin D complex found in Cataplex D supplies essential nutrients for maintaining healthy bones, muscle, teeth and epithelial tissue. Vitamin D plays an important role in cell replication and tissue formation and helps maintain a healthy immune system. The vitamin D in Cataplex D increases the availability and absorption of calcium by all tissues. It also helps control blood levels of calcium and phosphate, which together, work at the cellular level to supply energy and the materials for growth and repair. Calcium also plays a significant role in the growth process, influencing reproductive health and keeping bones and teeth at the appropriate density for proper growth and maintenance. Vitamin A is essential to the normal growth process and is also supportive of reproductive health.” – Standard Process Cataplex D Product Detail Sheet
For more information about Cataplex D please call our office or visit Standard Process online at www.standardprocess.com
