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How good is your health?

Most people forget that good health is the greatest asset they can have in life.

They work hard all their lives without taking proper care of themselves
for many years until one day they break down.

Don’t wait until you’ve a nervous break down, to face the reality.

You should balance your activities with the proper amount of rest.

Some of the leading experts in the field of aging now believe that regular exercise along with the proper amount of rest may actually add years to the life span.

Results from a number of tests indicate that speed and muscular strength of many of the elderly can be extended.

Leading authorities agree that this new data is going to shatter many of the myths about aging and physical performance.

The conclusion now is that the performance and ability of the elderly has long been underestimated, diet, proper sleep and exercise along with rest and relaxation are all important factors in preserving our bodies.

Laughter is one of the best things for your mental and physical state.

People are naturally attracted to someone who has a good sense of humor.

You can develop a good outlook and a good sense of humor by associating with and surrounding yourself with pleasant happy people.

Recognize that stress is a killer. A life filled with stress can really wreak havoc on your body causing a number of illnesses such as hear attacks, strokes, asthma, gastric problems, menstrual disorders, ulcerative colitis, angina, irritable colon, increased blood pressure, ulcers, headaches, etc.

There are different types of stress such as mental, emotional and physical.

Emotional stress seems to take the greatest toll on everyone.

All stress is not bad; in fact, life would not be very interesting if it were not met with challenges.

However, too much stress, too often with no effective and appropriate outlet, does not allow the body and soul to recuperate.

You might review a typical week to see if you can identify things that might be making you anxious or causing you stress.

Once identified, stressors can be attacked and eliminated.

Are you a worrier? Chronic worriers don’t have more serious problems than others – they just think they do.

Many worriers try to cope by trying not to think about their problems, but this just makes things worse.

Doctors say that chronic worriers feel less anxious if they actually spend a half-hour a day thinking specifically about their problems.

Get plenty of exercise. People who are physically fit look good and feel good.

A good exercise regimen will lengthen your life. Improve your appearance, build self confidence and help delay the aging process.

Remember that you need to do something physical every day.

If you don’t use your joints, quite simply they’ll tighten up with age to create the stooped, bent and worn out appearance we so often associate with old age.

Studies have shown that people with arthritis experience less pain if they continue to keep their joints flexible.

As one gets older, the bones tend to get brittle which is why it is common for senior citizens to break bones and especially their hips when they fall.

Eating right, getting proper sleep and learning to relax are all very valuable in maintaining a healthy body and mind.

And keep in mind that eating healthy foods and avoiding those high in fats, sodium and cholesterol will help to decrease your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and associated problems.

May these good health news and insights help you to live a longer, healthy and happy life.

Warmly,

I-key Benney, CEO

Working on computers can be hard on the eyes over time. A person with good eyesight or even with long-time corrected sight issues may go through changes in vision ranges, requiring eye wear or other tools and tips of some type for help. If you note changes with your vision while you work – or play – from day to day on a computer, try these tips on for size.

1) Note distance changes. If you were always nearsighted, working with screens that are just too far away to comfortably see may have helped you develop farsighted or other abilities to compensate. Make an appointment with your local optometrist or eyeglass facility to have your eyes checked by a professional.

2) You may need eyeglasses that offer blended lenses or multifocal points, to compensate for near vision, arm length or intermediate vision and distance vision. Some call these trifocals or progressive lenses, too. So ask your eye health care professional about these options.

3) Other avenues for help with your vision include using contact lenses that can also offer blended capabilities nowadays. Call your eye care professional to see what is available for your prescription.

4) You may choose to simply keep different eye wear on hand. Maybe you want a pair of glasses just for computer time. And maybe other times you want your blended lenses or contacts. Mix and match, see what works in your budget and eye care plans.

Caring For Your Eyes’ Health

Now let’s tackle eye health with computer users. Were eyes meant to stare without blinking endlessly at screens for hours at a time?

No!

Seek comfort and better health for your eyes with the following:

A) Seek and find affordable self-hypnosis software and literature for offline use. Then set up self-hypnotic commands telling you to “blink” more. This type software program can run without notice on your computer screen while you work. A funny thing is you will notice it more after you use it for awhile, then forget to re-activate it after you need to reboot some day (like after a power failure during a storm). Your eyes will tire and you will wonder what’s up!

Head to Clickbank.com or Google.com for software for this and Amazon.com and eBay.com for other informative products: ebooks, print books, CDs, DVDs, etc.

B). Give your eyes R&R, rest and relation, regularly. Take 5 every hour and close your eyes, relaxing your muscles and vision. Some cultures enjoy time away during the afternoon, long breaks after lunch. Follow in their footsteps or at least take short breaks throughout the day.

C) Give comfort to sore, tired eyes with a fresh, cool, damp washcloth, Start off your sleep this way, if you like.

D) Also seek comfort with eye drops from the local pharmacy or online drug or eye care store, or prescription-strength from your optometrist.

E) Protect your eyes when you are outside with good sunglasses. Shop for these at local eye glass centers or online.

No word in the English language invokes such fear and dread as the word Cancer. When the control system that governs a cell’s reproduction is damaged Cancer may be the result. It is the job of the immune system to detect and then kill them.

A mutation of the cell is the first step in the development of a tumor cell and is usually a small change in the DNA, which leads to a genetic instability of the cell. During Mitosis (cell division) the cell mutation is passed on to the daughter cells. Cancer cells continue to multiply in an unregulated manner. A single cancer cell is invisible to the naked eye but can continue to divide until a tumor is formed. Cancer is, ultimately, a disease of genes.

Tumors develop when uncontrolled cell division occurs and then spreads by direct growth into adjacent tissue through invasion, or by implantation into distant sites by metastasis (where cancer cells are transported through the bloodstream or lymphatic system).

Among the distinguishing traits of tumors is a large number of dividing cells, variation in nuclear size and shape, variation in cell size and shape, loss of specialized cell features, loss of normal tissue organization, and a poorly defined tumor boundary.

Although advanced cancer may cause pain, it is often not the first symptom. A cancer may be suspected for a variety of reasons, but the definitive diagnosis of most malignancies must be confirmed by histological examination of the cancerous cells by a pathologist.

Because “cancer” refers to a class of diseases, it is unlikely that there will ever be a single “cure for cancer” any more than there will be a single treatment for all infectious diseases.

Benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body or invade other tissues, and they are rarely a threat to life unless they affect some other vital structures of the human body.

Cancer can be treated by surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, monoclonal antibody therapy or other methods. Although radiation damages both cancer cells and normal cells, most normal cells can recover from the effects of radiation and function properly. Studies have shown that high body temperatures can affect and often kill cancer cells. Perhaps taking aspirin to reduces the body temperatures at the first sign if an illness is not the wises course of action. More studies in this area are needed.

Based on epidemiological evidence, it is now thought that avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, being physically active, and maintaining recommended body weight may all contribute to reductions in risk of certain cancers. Most cancers are thought to be linked to known lifestyle factors.

We can greatly improve the effectiveness of our immune system to detect and then destroy these cancerous cells by taking the right nutrients. The correct nutrients can both reduce our chances of getting cancer and improve our chances of recovery if we have already contracted it.

Common Vitamins and over the counter products can help with treating Cancer such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, Soy Isoflavones, Calcium,
Flaxseed Oil, Green Tea Extract and M.S.M.

Vitamin A is an important immune system stimulant. DR. Nauss reported a reduced T-cell immune response in patients with a Vitamin A deficiency. Vitamin A deficiency may increase the risk of cancers of the lung, larynx, bladder, esophagus, stomach, colon, rectum and prostate. Vitamin A is stored in the liver and fat cells of the human body and can reach toxic levels. DO NOT take more than the recommended dosage of Vitamin A.

Vitamin C reduces the risk of cervical dysphasia, a precancerous condition. It is essential for defending the body against pollution and infection and enhances the immune system.

Vitamin E may have a role in reducing the risk of lung cancer, according to researchers at the Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health. It supplies oxygen to the heart and other muscles of the body and aids in the functioning of the immune system.

Areas with low Selenium in the soil and water have more deaths from cancers of the esophagus, stomach and rectum.

Selenium is a powerful antioxidant and inhibitor of cancer initiation and development.

Studies also suggest that Soy Isoflavones can help protect against cancer as well as heart disease.

In 1985 Dr. Shekelle and his co- workers reported a strong link between ample calcium intake and low risk of developing colon cancer.

Green tea extract contains natural antioxidant compounds know as polyphenols useful in fighting tumors as well as helping prevent and treat rheumatoid arthritis.

M.S.M is a natural supplement that is getting a lot of attention due to its role in tissue healing at the cellular level. It is a natural organic sulfur that comes from rain fall and is found naturally in the human body.

Always consult your doctor before using this information.

This Article is nutritional in nature and not to be construed as medical advice.

Jason natural skin care products do contain synthetic ingredients. The company does not attempt to hide that fact. Whether or not the synthetic ingredients are “bad” is a matter of some debate. Here’s a look at the subject.

There are extremists on every issue. The extremists on this one might have you using only extra virgin olive oil as a moisturizer. While some people swear that olive oil is what has helped them maintain their appearance over the years, research and development teams believe that even nature needs a helping hand.

Olive oil looks shiny when applied straight out of the bottle. The consistency is unpleasant. It does not feel like a lotion or emollient and it takes some time to be absorbed.

Researchers have found that olive oil can be specially formulated to penetrate deeply and quickly. One of the proprietary compounds derived from olive oil is OLIVEM 800. It is found in some of the better body lotions, but is not an ingredient in Jason natural skin care creams.

An extremist or purist would not like OLIVEM 800, because the olive oil has been changed. Even though the compound contains no synthetic chemicals and no harsh solvents are used during processing, they would vote against it.

Olive oil is just one example of naturally occurring compounds that can be improved upon using science. There are many others. Let’s look at honey.

Honey is found in skincare products of all kinds. Some varieties are known to have potent antioxidant and antibacterial activity. Manuka honey is an example of a more potent variety.

While you could apply honey to a wound and cover it with a bandage, it is not something that you could do on a regular basis to help heal existing blemishes and prevent new ones from forming. Companies have been able to dehydrate the honey, while allowing it to retain all of its beneficial properties.

Antioxidants of all kinds are beneficial for the skin’s health and appearance. It should come as no surprise that some are more beneficial than others.

Many Jason natural skin care products contain vitamin C. Vitamin C is essential for the body to build strong collagen fibers. However, it is doubtful that the nutrient can penetrate through all of the skin’s outer layers and into the layer where the collagen fibers are produced.

You should always be sure to get enough vitamin C through your diet. You can do that by eating citrus, apples or other fruits. Or you can choose to take a dietary supplement every day.

Whether or not topically applied vitamin C is beneficial for reversing the signs of aging, repairing sun damage or reducing wrinkles is not known. It is known that topically applied coenzyme Q10 is beneficial for those problems, although the particles of the antioxidant must be reduced in size in order to penetrate. So, once again, science must help nature.

Do Jason natural skin care products contain coenzyme Q10? Read the label of ingredients and you’ll find out.

Are you suffering from a skin ailment?

The most common skin diseases that affect the major percentage of the population across the globe are acne, dandruff (seborrhea), eczema and psoriasis. Not only do they look odd on facial and other exposed parts but are itchy, red and irritating.

Acne and dandruff affect people of all ages, cutting across geographical boundaries and regions. Understanding what psoriasis, acne and seborrhea have in common, except that they are names of skin diseases!

All of them have scaly dead skin cells accumulation with redness, itching and thickening of skin patches. While Psoriasis affects elbows, knees, scalp, back, fingernails and toes, dandruff is restricted to high sebum areas like face, scalp and trunk. Acne also affects the trunk, facial skin, back and scalp. These skin diseases are a constant source of continuous discomfort, finding the right skin treatment from these diseases is the quest of all patients.

Finding the right skin treatment products is a challenge in itself. Have you ever tried finding a shampoo for dandruff? You know how tough it can get with the innumerable choices, each claiming to be the best to eliminate dandruff. But, that’s just a marketing gimmick, which as a wise consumer you should not fall for. Attractive packaging, bright colors should not blind you to buy it.
Go in for herbal skin treatment products as the best way to combat your skin diseases. There are many things to look for while buying a good skin treatment product.

Go in for skin products that are natural, chemical free and easily absorbed by the skin. While symptoms of seborrhea can be greatly reduced, by applying pure, organic coconut oil on the affected part. Usually it affects the scalp so massage a fair amount of the oil and leave it for some time before washing with shampoos that have zinc pyrithione, nizoral and salicylic acid.

Psoriasis is also greatly reduced by anti biotic gel treatment in sever cases, while mild cases can be helped with application of pure oils and intense moisturizing medicated creams. For acne care buy products that are good astringents and tone up the skin containing citrus fruit extracts like lemon and orange. Natural and herbal extracts of neem (Azadirachta Indica) in pure organic creams have also showed good results. The most important aspect of using herbal and organic base skin treatment products is that the side effects are greatly reduced. So, whether you are suffering from acne or psoriasis or even seborrhea, nature has in store many cures for you!

There is occasionally discussion among consumers about the retail prices of natural and organic products. Some people wonder if they are being charged a fair price for the goods they purchase or if they are just being ‘taken for a ride’ on what could be the latest fad for ‘natural and organic’ products. This article hopes to shed some light on some of the main factors that influence the retail prices of natural and organic products.

We are asked daily in our business about the cost of our products: some people want to know, given that our products are based on organic and natural ingredients, why they are so inexpensive and others ask why our products cost so much. Two different questions asked from two different perspectives.

The first question is asked from the belief that organic and natural raw ingredients are frequently high in price and so it is expected that products based on these types of ingredients would be expensive. The other perspective is asked from the belief that the production of natural and organic ingredients (well, they do grown on trees don’t they?”) should cost less than the manufacture of synthetic or mass-produced ingredients and thus products based on these should be inexpensive.

The first question is probably closer to the truth than the second in its assumption about the cost of ingredients that are natural and organic.

The production of natural and organic goods, be they foods or raw materials used in further manufacturing, is labour intensive and the demand is currently relatively small compared to the mainstream. In addition, organic producers must go through a cost intensive process to achieve organic certification of their products. These three factors are primary contributors to the basic gross costs of natural and organic products.

Leaving aside global economic crises, the cost of essential oils can significantly influence the ultimate price of natural and organic skin care and personal care products that contain these ingredients. Growing, harvesting, oil extraction, quality testing, market demand and availability all play roles in this.

Essential oils are extracted from the leaves, roots, flowers, fruits and nuts of plants that may be grown as commercial crops or may be wild-harvested (although the latter occurs less and less frequently today due to conservation concerns). Extraction processes vary according to the part of the plant from which the oil is to be extracted and the quality of the oil required at the end of the process. In keeping with increasing demand for pure and high quality essential oils, extraction methods have become more sophisticated and technology-based on the one hand whilst growing and harvesting techniques have returned to more traditional, sustainable and labour-intensive methods.

For the most part, the amount of plant material required to produce a kilogram of essential oil can be huge. For example, it has been estimated that it takes about 500kg of rose petals to produce 1 litre of rose oil (and individual rose petals don’t weigh very much!).

Climatic conditions have a major influence on essential oil prices. For example, a bad season in which there is insufficient rainfall or the occurrence of natural disasters such as storms, hail, floods and fires, can affect the amount of plant material available for harvesting and therefore, the amount of essential oil that can be extracted. In this scenario, a limited amount of essential oil available to the market can cause a dramatic increase in price. Man-made disasters such as wars also have a detrimental effect on the availability of many of our much-loved essential oils.

Australia has a relatively small essential oil producing industry, with most of the essential oils sold in Australia imported from elsewhere. Included in the list of ‘elsewhere’ is Hungary, China, India, Egypt, West Indies, Thailand, Italy, USA, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, France, Somalia, Madagascar, Spain, Brazil, United Kingdom, Paraguay, Bulgaria and Tunisia. On average, of the most commonly sold essential oils available in Australia, only 16% are produced here.

We won’t even bother to factor in costs like import duties and other taxes on the imported essential oils.

Market forces also exert an influence on the cost of essential oils. One of the most useful and sought after essential oils in the perfumery and cosmetics industries is Rose Oil and this of course, increases its demand in the market place. The average cost of 1 kilogram of Certified Organic Rose Otto oil is AU$12,000!!! Amazingly, this is not the most expensive of the essential oils.

It is true that essential oils from plants that grow abundantly, easily and have a high essential oil content are less expensive. However, these are also often the essential oils that are less useful in skin care and body care formulations.

The average price of a 25ml bottle of pure certified organic essential oil is currently AU$72.00, so it can be seen that skin and body care products containing pure certified organic essential oils may have a good excuse to be more expensive than the average mass-produced, synthetic-based Brand X product.

Why then, you may well ask, do manufacturer’s put certified organic essential oils into their products? Why not leave the nice aromas out altogether?

The answer is simply that essential oils are not in the products solely for their wonderful aromas. Essential oils have amazing and often profound direct beneficial effects on the skin and hair as well as producing beneficial psychological and psychosomatic effects via their influence on the nervous and hormonal systems.

Natural and organic skin and body care products that contain essential oils are not just exerting a superficial or cosmetic effect on your skin but also have the potential to positively influence your health and well-being, with effects that are definitely more than skin deep.

So, to return to the original question of whether the cost of natural skin care products is too expensive or too inexpensive, it all depends on what’s in them and how much of the ingredients a product contains.