OBSCURE BUT VITAL NUTRIENT…

Q. What should I do to increase my Asparagine levels?
Dylan C.

A. You know, sometimes I think I have heard it all, but…I gotta tell ya…I have done this (provided nutritional info.) for almost 40 years and in that time nobody has ever…EVER asked me about the amino acid L-ASPARAGINE. Congrats. Dylan, you take the prize.

Asparagine is a non-essential amino acid (a piece of a protein molecule) which means that we don’t have to derive it from our food, our bodies produce enough normally. Way back in the 1800’s it was first detected in asparagus, hence the similar name. We now know that it is the chemical breakdown of Asparagine in our body that causes our urine to smell odd after eating asparagus. It is one of the 20 most common amino acids and our bodies need very minute doses of Aparagine to be healthy. This “adaptogen” amino acid seems to indirectly affect our nervous system, equilibrium and over-all amino acid transformation within our bodies.

As stated above it is found in asparagus. It can also be found in larger amounts in dairy, beef, poultry and eggs. You can increase your Asparagin levels (not sure why you would want to…) by taking a full range amino acid supplement such as Carlson Labs. AMINO BLEND 750 mg. capsules. There are a small number of online amino acid retailers that stock Asparagin, isolated by itself in a capsule and it’s relatively inexpensive. 

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

 
OBSCURE BUT VITAL NUTRIENT…

Q. What should I do to increase my Asparagine levels?
Dylan C.

A. You know, sometimes I think I have heard it all, but…I gotta tell ya…I have done this (provided nutritional info.) for almost 40 years and in that time nobody has ever…EVER asked me about the amino acid L-ASPARAGINE. Congrats. Dylan, you take the prize.

Asparagine is a non-essential amino acid (a piece of a protein molecule) which means that we don’t have to derive it from our food, our bodies produce enough normally. Way back in the 1800’s it was first detected in asparagus, hence the similar name. We now know that it is the chemical breakdown of Asparagine in our body that causes our urine to smell odd after eating asparagus. It is one of the 20 most common amino acids and our bodies need very minute doses of Aparagine to be healthy. This “adaptogen” amino acid seems to indirectly affect our nervous system, equilibrium and over-all amino acid transformation within our bodies.

As stated above it is found in asparagus. It can also be found in larger amounts in dairy, beef, poultry and eggs. You can increase your Asparagin levels (not sure why you would want to…) by taking a full range amino acid supplement such as Carlson Labs. AMINO BLEND 750 mg. capsules. There are a small number of online amino acid retailers that stock Asparagin, isolated by itself in a capsule and it’s relatively inexpensive. 

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

 

HOW MUCH WATER DO I HAVE TO DRINK?

Q. I try to drink as much pure (bottled) water through out the day as I can. Do I really need as much water every day as they say?
Elizabeth N.

A. Did you know that “every” single physical function of your body requires water? Water makes up 60 % of your body weight and water is the single most abundant element in our bodies. Water not only flushes out toxins but provides vital nutrients to every cell of your body. You can probably see where I am going with this answer. Yea…drinking WATER (not just fluid) throughout the day is vitally important for your basic and over-all health.

How much water we should drink seems to be up for debate and may depend on the individual. Most of us have heard the “8 by 8 rule”. That is 8 oz., 8 times per day. This will provide almost 2 liters of water. The Mayo Clinic is recommending that men get at least 3 and women 2.2 liters of water daily. As you might guess your bodies demand for water increases as your activity level increases.

Please be aware that 2 out of every 5 bottles of water sold world wide is nothing more than purified tap water. You may have heard that there is a huge debate going on right now about the water origin (source) and wording on the bottle. Dasani Water (owned by Coca Cola) is the latest perpetrator.
Yes, drink as much “clean” water as possible through out your day. If the plastic bottle (toxin leaching) is an issue, switch to a metal bottle. Soft drinks don’t count, coffee and tea (within reason) does count.

AMV


*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

 

HOW MUCH WATER DO I HAVE TO DRINK?

Q. I try to drink as much pure (bottled) water through out the day as I can. Do I really need as much water every day as they say?
Elizabeth N.
A. Did you know that “every” single physical function of your body requires water? Water makes up 60 % of your body weight and water is the single most abundant element in our bodies. Water not only flushes out toxins but provides vital nutrients to every cell of your body. You can probably see where I am going with this answer. Yea…drinking WATER (not just fluid) throughout the day is vitally important for your basic and over-all health.

How much water we should drink seems to be up for debate and may depend on the individual. Most of us have heard the “8 by 8 rule”. That is 8 oz., 8 times per day. This will provide almost 2 liters of water. The Mayo Clinic is recommending that men get at least 3 and women 2.2 liters of water daily. As you might guess your bodies demand for water increases as your activity level increases.

Please be aware that 2 out of every 5 bottles of water sold world wide is nothing more than purified tap water. You may have heard that there is a huge debate going on right now about the water origin (source) and wording on the bottle. Dasani Water (owned by Coca Cola) is the latest perpetrator.

Yes, drink as much “clean” water as possible through out your day. If the plastic bottle (toxin leaching) is an issue, switch to a metal bottle. Soft drinks don’t count, coffee and tea (within reason) does count. 

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

FOOD COMBINING...GOOD FOR QUALITY OF LIFE?

Q. So, what is the latest on food combining? Do people still do it and is it beneficial?
Karen T.

A. Food combining as a way of improving health and even loosing weight seemed to peak the late 1980's. Most folks find "hard core" food combining too exclusionary and rigid to be practical for everyday life. 

In theory, lumping (combining) your food into separately digested groups makes sense. Our bodies do digest different food groups in different stomach (or bowel) areas at different times of the day.

Practically speaking, its just too hard of a dietary practice to maintain for the long term. Most folks to whom I talked could maintain the diet for a week or two, then human nature takes over. I personally feel that God never meant for basic human nutrition to be such a burdensome process. To have to think and worry about what you can and cannot eat when combined with each other is eroding the quality of life.

AMV 

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  

FOOD COMBINING...GOOD FOR QUALITY OF LIFE?

Q. So, what is the latest on food combining? Do people still do it and is it beneficial?
Karen T.


A. Food combining as a way of improving health and even loosing weight seemed to peak the late 1980's. Most folks find "hard core" food combining too exclusionary and rigid to be practical for everyday life. 

In theory, lumping (combining) your food into separately digested groups makes sense. Our bodies do digest different food groups in different stomach (or bowel) areas at different times of the day.

Practically speaking, its just too hard of a dietary practice to maintain for the long term. Most folks to whom I talked could maintain the diet for a week or two, then human nature takes over. I personally feel that God never meant for basic human nutrition to be such a burdensome process. To have to think and worry about what you can and cannot eat when combined with each other is eroding the quality of life.

AMV 

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

SALAD IN A BOTTLE

Found this posted by AMV group member Marianne B. Utterly brilliant, people!!!! Not only does SALAD IN A JAR save space in your fridge, it also reduces food waste and gets non-salad eaters to mow down daily.
THE ARRANGEMENT
From BOTTOM to TOP:
Dressing
Shredded carrots
Cherry tomatoes
Sunflower seeds
Hard boiled eggs
Baby spinach
DIRECTIONS
1) Arrange ingredients in a large mason jar
2) Store in fridge for up to a week
3) When ready to eat: shake jar, place on a plate, and eat!

You can make any arrangement you want… you can add red onion, cucumbers, radishes or peppers. Always remember to put the dressing at the bottom and the lettuce at the top—a MUST.

AMV

 




FAMILY HISTORY & HEART ATTACKS!

Q. My family has a long and largely unbroken chain of heart attack victims. Its always in the back of my mind that no matter what I do I still may be next in line. I am 43 and want to be around to see my youngest kid get married. Any natural miracles out there I can try?
Sherrie P.
A. Miracle...NO...hard work and disciplined lifestyle...ABSOLUTELY! Recent research has been published specifically about women and heart attack prevention, see below for an excerpt:

"Eating three or more servings of blueberries and strawberries per week may help women reduce their risk of a heart attack by as much as one-third, research scientists reported in the professional publication Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association."

Also you need to begin taking (everyday) a product called HOMOCYSTEINE MODULATORS. This is a nutrient combination which can suppress the heart attack causing (usually genetic) substances we may carry in our blood. The product name may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer but the nutrient combo will be the same.

AMV


*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, 

BLACK CUMIN…STRONGEST IMMUNE STIMULANT EVER?

I Just want to pass along some very interesting and timely information concerning a little known herb. The Dr. Gary Null Institute of Natural Medicine has re-released a study (1987) about the immune enhancing properties of BLACK CUMIN. The original study done at I.I.M.E.R. in Panama City Florida showed a -72% - immune system strengthening (T-cell ratio) when applied to the test group!!! 

With the worldwide overuse of antibiotics and HIV researchers scrambling to find a more effective drug cocktail, BLACK CUMIN EXTRACT deserves to be studied further. As a matter of fact Dr. Hwyda Arafat from the Kimmel Cancer Center has been rigorously studying Black Cumin in relation to pancreatic cancer. Dr. Arafat says “the results thus far are astounding…with an 80% cancer tumor cell death!” Dr. Arafat goes on to say that Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin) may help fight a variety of diseases including colon and prostate cancer.

When purchasing Black Cumin (Black Seed) you need to find the “organic”, cold pressed oil extract. Mix one to three teaspoons daily with honey before breakfast. Fresh garlic may be added to deeper enhance the immune response.

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

 






NATURAL ALTERNATIVES TO FLU SHOTS!

Q. None of my family got flu shots this year and now (of course) the flu is stronger than ever all over the nation. Its in the news every time I turn on the TV. I am starting to get worried. Are there any natural alternatives to flu shots?
Donald G.
A. Actually the natural food industry is full of safe and “effective” supplements that can either act as immune boosters (prevention) or intervention (suppression) products for colds and flu. The following would be my pick for supplements to boost your immune system to prevent getting sick altogether:

1. American BioSciences IMMPOWER AHCC Immune System Support. This product (capsules) supports and boosts metabolic cellular immune function. Immpower AHCC has also been shown to promote optimal T-Cell and Macrophage activity.
2. Buried Treasure PREVENTION AFC. This “liquid” (16 oz.) is an advanced, comprehensive formula specifically designed to insure optimum immune support. Prevention ACF is designed to promote the body’s natural defense system fighting both bacterial and viral infections.
3. Irwin Naturals IMMUNO-SHIELD All Season Wellness. These liquid filled soft gel capsules are a Dr. formulated potent multi-herb complex that specifically addresses two key areas, immune support and bacterial/viral control. This also contains a potent probiotic (good bacteria) blend.

The following would be my pick for those over-the-counter natural food store products which seem to actually suppress and shorten the duration for cold and flu.

1. Boiron OSCILLOCOCCINUM. Take these sublingual (under the tongue) (Oscillo), as soon as you start feeling run down or have other flu-like symptoms, such as headache, body aches, chills and fever, take Oscillococcinum. Oscillo is supported by published clinical studies, as well as more than 65 years of use throughout the world. Clinical studies show that Oscillo reduces the severity and duration of flu-like symptoms.
2. Broericke & Tafel ALPHA CF. This homeopathic formula temporarily relieves fever, chills, sneezing, stuffed-up nose, runny nose, coughing, sore throat, headache, minor aches and pains. that may accompany colds. Contains no Antihistamines.
3. Buried Treasure ACF (Acute Cold & Flu). This 16 oz. “liquid” combines high quality herbs and nutrients to support a healthy immune system, creating thin potent fast-acting formula for relief during the cold and flu season.

Please understand, none of these are miracle producing, over-night cures. They require commitment and consistency on your part. Time and time again I have seen these formulas work for folks who are seriously trying to avoid getting sick and have chosen to forgo the flu shot.

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.