Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 When a customer has good compliance, they stay on the program; they keep taking the supplements or the vitamins or eating the superfoods. Accordingly, this is also a term used by physicians and doctors. Compliance is lacking with many of the potent nutritional supplements out there, from green foods to whole food concentrates. People may try a product for a little while, but if it doesn't taste the way they want it to taste, or if it's difficult for them to swallow, their compliance is going to be very poor and they won't stick with that supplement. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 And besides, we all know that if the FDA were given new oversight over nutritional supplements, the agency's first mission would be to regulate those supplements out of existence. It has already sought to do so through an ongoing campaign of fear, uncertainty and doubt (FUD) to discredit all herbs. We saw that with Ephedra, which is the "ma huang" herb used in traditional Chinese medicine. |
Bill Sardi
See book keywords and concepts |
 In a study of probiotic supplements, the labeled strain of bacteria could not be found in 9 of 11 brands. [New Microbiology 2006 Oct; 29(4):281-91] In another study, only two of five probiotics studied produced improvement in gastrointestinal symptoms (indigestion, bloating, and abdominal discomfort). [Digestive Diseases and Science 2006 Dec; 51(12):2134-44]
Bifidobacterium infantis is the strain of bacteria that is abundantly found in breast-fed newborns and affords special protection. |
| Journal American College Health 46: 209-13, 1998]
In a study of over 8,000 US males, age 30-75 years of age, over a 4-year period, those who consumed 4 times as much vitamin C from diet or supplements experienced a decline in cancer deaths from 5.7 to 4.8% (a relative 30% drop). The researchers in this study removed data obtained from 45 subjects because their blood levels of vitamin C were deemed to be too high (above 2.7 milligrams per deciliter, or 9 times greater than the low intake/blood level group!). |
| For example, regular use of vitamin E supplements significantly reduces the risk for bladder cancer when taken for 10 years or more. [American Journal Epidemiology 156: 1002-10, 2002]
Furthermore, at least for the prostate gland, a form of vitamin E called gamma tocopherol has been found to be superior in lab dish and human studies in regard to inhibiting prostate cancer growth. [Seminars Urology Oncology 17: 85-90 1999] In 1982, it was established that alpha tocopherol succinate is the most effective form of vitamin E in regard to cancer cell inhibition. |
| The FDA can ban supplements, but do to so it has to show "a significant or unreasonable risk of illness or injury." For men who were at the end of their rope, PC-SPES posed no greater risk than many approved drugs, namely DES or Lu-pron. The herbal products industry was brought to task for poor quality products and cries for greater regulation are still being heard.
Conclusions
What can be concluded from the saga of PC-SPES? Who was responsible for spiking the dietary supplement? Why did drug molecules need to be added when PC-SPES appeared to work well without them? |
| Vitamin C supplements are ignored in favor of 5 servings of fruits and vegetables which can provide ~200 milligrams of vitamin C. NIH researchers claim that safe doses of vitamin C are below 1,000 mg daily, and that daily doses above 400 mg have no evident value. [Proceedings National Academy Sciences 93: 3704-09, 1996]
1997: Using data from just 7 healthy adults, researchers mistakenly claim that blood plasma becomes saturated at low intake levels (-200 milligrams) of vitamin C. |
Gabriel Cousens
See book keywords and concepts |
 The rapid reversal of the seven stages is accelerated by green juice fasting and natural supplements (discussed in next chapter) of herbs, minerals, high-protease enzymes, and digestive enzymes with our food to build up the amylase, and liquid zeolite (Natural Cellular Defense, or NCD) when combined with the green juice fasting to help pull out the heavy metals and 65,000 environmental toxins. We have also found that the NCD seemed to help in decreasing the FBS. With this integrated approach the results of the Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program are so rapid and consistent. |
Victoria Boutenko, M.A.
See book keywords and concepts |
 I have had some heart arrhythmia for several years, and taking multifood supplements. Am taking Mannatech food supplements since Dec. 2004 and have noticed heart rhythm back to normal. Also have had cold hands and feet, minimal energy, but all these minor problems have disappeared.
Have always thought that 1 may be hypothyroid but something I'm doing is good, so, I am happy, and plan to remain on smoothies. if Gabrielle R., age 35
1. Was it hard to drink one quart of Green Smoothie every day? |
Gabriel Cousens
See book keywords and concepts |
| The results of a large pan-European trial, published in the journal Diabetologica in 1999, suggest that vitamin D supplements taken in infancy protect against, or arrest, the initiation of a process that can lead to insulin-dependent diabetes in later childhood. If this is the case, it seems reasonable to suggest that exposure to sunlight in early childhood may be important in preventing the onset of the disease.108 For adults, studies have shown that the lower your vitamin D level, the higher your blood glucose. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 Mike: We should do a whole story on the truth behind traditional supplements. This is fascinating, Jon. I was at one of those wholesale discount club stores -- I don't want to name the name -- and they had vitamins in capsules, like fish oil supplements, that were formulated to combine fish oil extract with hydrogenated soybean oil. How's that for a supplement?
Barron: Wow.
Mike: Can you believe that?
Barron: Yep.
Mike: This was heavily promoted on an end cap display as being good for your cardiovascular health. It's insane.
Barron: There's definitely insanity. |
Gabriel Cousens
See book keywords and concepts |
| Dietary magnesium supplements (400 mg/day) were found to improve glucose tolerance in elderly individuals.145
In two new studies, in both men and women, those who consumed the most magnesium in their diet were least likely to develop Type-2 diabetes, according to a report in the January 2006 issue of Diabetes Care.U6 Until now, very few large studies have directly examined the long-term effects of dietary magnesium on diabetes. Dr. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 Fat loss takes real work, and even though there are some helpful appetite control tools available right now (like hoodia gordonii supplements), there are no magic pills that will do the work for you.
This isn't what you'll hear from those selling fat loss supplements and diet pills, of course. But it's the truth as things stand today. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 They would be better off with simple over-the-counter painkillers or, better yet, natural health treatments like nutrition, herbal remedies and supplements that work far better than prescription drugs for stopping arthritis pain (and without all the negative side effects). Astaxanthin supplements, for one, greatly ease arthritis pain. So do whole food concentrates made from cherries, blackberries and other fruits. There are dozens of other natural health strategies that ease pain as well. |
Bottom Line Health
See book keywords and concepts |
| Before using supplements to help prevent or treat stroke, be sure to consult a naturopathic physician who will work with your neurologist or primary-care physician to create a full treatment regimen.
Aspirin vs. Stroke
Because aspirin can cause bleeding, it is typically avoided by people who have had a hemorrhagic stroke, which occurs when a blood vessel bursts in the brain.
New finding: In a study of 207 hemorrhagic stroke survivors, those who took an antiplatelet drug, such as aspirin, were not at increased risk for another hemorrhage. |
Gerald E. Markle and Frances B. McCrea
See book keywords and concepts |
 At the same time, studies of vitamin A failed to show any efficacy in cancer reduction; indeed, unexpectedly, various studies seemed to show that supplements caused some increase in cancer.
There were two possible problems with the HOPE study. First, it was claimed that the time span of the study, 5 years, was too short. By 2005, the HOPE-TOO (On-Going Outcomes), had followed patients for an additional five years, a total of ten years. Their conclusion: Vitamin E did not prevent cancer; nor did it prevent heart disease. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 How about free cod liver oil supplements for children? What about free prenatal vitamins? Or just free hugs? The world needs more free hugs.
And the Population Control Award goes to...
Health authorities in the U.S. announced this week that 100,000 lives could be saved each year if people used more sunscreen and got more frequent mammograms and prostate cancer screenings. This little stunt wins the Population Control Award of 2007 because the more people actually follow this truly bad advice, the smaller the population will be in 2008.
How so? |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 Chlorella started gaining more attention in the 1980s and some chlorella supplements came along. Chlorella, as you probably know, is 5 to 15 percent RNA. I thought it was the highest of all foods, and it probably is, but I just learned that nutritional yeast has about 6 percent RNA, which really blew my mind. Dr. Frank was using nutritional yeast and RNA derived from yeast, which has been in health food stores for years.
Dr. |
Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
See book keywords and concepts |
 And since the body cannot produce EFAs on its own, the only way to get them is through a proper diet or supplements, thus making outside sources of these fats essential. Essential fatty acids, especially omega-3, are needed for a healthy cardiovascular system, for proper nerve and brain function, proper hormone balance, proper elimination, and a solid immune system. Unfortunately, most of our foods are devoid of these essential fatty acids, leaving the general population deficient as well. |
| Every day it's becoming easier and more economical to live a better life as organic foods flood our regular markets and we no longer have to special-order supplements and vitamins. Often we can find exactly what we're looking for at our local grocery store. There is so much that you can do starting today that costs very little but that can have an enormous impact on your health.
To repeat, your body has an enormous capacity to heal itself, and with my RENEW program you will give your body what it needs to operate on all cylinders—without breaking the bank. |
| For more leads on where you can buy high-quality supplements, see the Resource Directory.
ANTIOXIDANTS
Antioxidants are substances that will help protect your body from the damage of free radicals and may help to prevent such diseases as cardiovascular disease and many forms of cancer. Usually it is not necessary to take individual antioxidants; you can get a good antioxidant complex that includes the most noted vitamins, minerals, and nutrients known for their antioxidant properties. |
| For example, while you may not necessarily know when you are running low on essential fatty acids critical to phase II detox, you can be sure adequate supplies are readily available by proper intake of foods or supplements high in omega-3 and omega-6 oils. Salmon, flaxseed, wheat germ, and the edible oils from sunflower, walnuts, and sesame all can give your body's innate detoxification systems a boost. To make sure you don't run low on glutathione, which is key to phase II, eating ample fresh fruits and vegetables will help replenish that vital supply. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 Nutritional supplements, ingredients and product reviews
Foods, food ingredients, food marketing, food safety, etc.
Dangerous pharmaceuticals, side effects, FDA warnings, etc.
Feedlot cattle, meat production, agriculture, pesticides, etc.
Chemicals in the home, in foods, in products, in medicines
... and many other topics!
You can apply right now at: http://www.newstarget.com/webseed/authornew.asp
How the program works
Writers who participate in the Citizen Journalism program are given access to a web interface where they can submit articles. |
Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
See book keywords and concepts |
| In this chapter I outline a regimen of supplements and sources of high-quality nutrients to incorporate in the detox program. It includes my Detox Diet, which is simply a way of eating I hope you can adopt as a lifestyle for continued health. You will not have to follow a rigid and structured "diet" in the traditional sense of this word, though. |
| I will be giving you a comprehensive list of foods and supplements that will assist and maximize your detox.
BOOSTING YOUR BODY
I can't express enough how beneficial it is to nurture and nourish your body's incredibly powerful detoxification methods.The moment you decide to address this intricate, delicate system and lend a helping hand is the moment you choose optimal health and a better, more vibrant life. Such simple, concrete steps as eating cleanly, exercising regularly, and evicting as many toxic substances from your life as possible, begin paying off immediately. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 Recent research shows that vitamin D supplements (or sunlight exposure, which produces vitamin D), slash cancer risk by an astonishing 77% in women (and that includes ALL cancers).
There will never be a chemical cure for cancer, because cancer is not a disease based on germs, an infection, parasite or virus. There is no chemical that can cure cancer, but there are many natural remedies and prevention strategies that very effectively eliminate cancer. Scientists aren't looking for those, however. They're steeped in the world of synthetic chemical medicine.
Where has the real science gone? |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 That's why people who take "whole leaf" aloe vera supplements have such a terrible time with the pills.
The primary healing part of aloe vera is the gel, and only the gel. A quality product needs to separate the gel from the rest of the leaf, then prepare the gel into a supplement or liquid. This process is obviously labor intensive. It can't be done by machine because if you simply squeeze the leaf, you'll get both gel and resin out of it. To get just the gel, you actually have to hire a team of aloe vera gel fillet workers to slice each leaf and carefully remove the gel. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 Not anymore: Twisted science combined with a pro-Pharma agenda and limitless influence on the mainstream media has turned the popular press into a nutrient attack dog, and ominous stories about the extreme dangers of taking vitamins or supplements are now published at regular intervals (just to remind the citizens to keep taking drugs, of course).
The insanity of Allopathia is actually our own. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 The bigger picture: Dead foods lead to dead people
I have heard a theory that says the governments of the world, concerned with the population carrying capacity of planet Earth, have unleashed a plan to greatly reduce the population by destroying the nutritional value of foods and supplements. Once malnutrition becomes rampant, the theory goes, the population will collapse through disease and infertility, and the remaining few will find themselves in a happy, low-population world where they can actually afford to buy a condo. |
Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
See article keywords and concepts |
 REPPED: Detoxifying the body is a huge business -- there are hundreds of books, supplements, and kits that make up the multi-million dollar industry. A new solution from Jay Robb, founder of the company best known for its protein products, promises a unique solution to whole-body detox. His new book, The Fruit Flush 3-Day Detox, presents an all-natural solution to flushing away toxins and tuning up the body's health.
A clinical nutritionist, Robb (www.JayRobb.com) says that eating specific natural foods can literally wash away excess pounds and toxic debris in just three days. |
Email this page to a friend
