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If you read through books, journals, articles and surf the Internet, you will soon notice that it is very difficult to find a satisfactory definition of aging. It is easy to enumerate the symptoms of aging, which most writers fall back on doing. But what aging is exactly seems to be somewhat elusive.
We are less concerned with what aging is, and more concerned with how we can slow the process. However, here is a brief overview of aging.
We now know that part of the reason we age is because our genes are preprogrammed in such a way that prohibits our cells from regenerating indefinitely. That is, there is a mechanism in our cells which sets a limit on how many times they can divide and regenerate new cells. Due to evolutionary factors, we are literally programmed by our genetic structure to die.
Fortunately, scientists are beginning to understand this process, and it is becoming quite clear that we will be able to eliminate this roadblock to immortality within the next 20 years or so.
Even if our cells were not preprogrammed to die, they would eventually [...]
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Do you want to begin working out, but not sure where to start? You know deep down that you don’t know the most modern and effective methods of strength training and cardio workout techniques, and don’t want to make mistakes that will waste your time or cause injury.
Or perhaps you’re working out now but not getting the muscle-building, weight loss results you know you should be. If that sounds like you, then keep reading. There are efficient, time tested ways to design an optimal exercise and workout program that delivers significant results with minimal effort.
You know you’ve found a really successful exercise and fitness program when you find yourself losing weight and building lean muscle mass – getting into the best shape of your life without getting bored or burned out. If you feel a desire to quit your fitness and exercise bodybuilding or weight loss program out of frustration before you develop the ripped abs or rock hard pecs you see other people walking around with, your program probably isn’t any good. This means you still haven’t found the exercise and fitness program that is right for you.
However, you have to have [...]
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You may have heard that the vitamin D health supplement is one of the healthiest vitamins in the world, yet one of the most underutilized as most people do not have sufficient amounts in their body. That’s because the vitamin d health supplement is made when the skin comes into direct contact with sunlight, and we have all been taught by the sunscreen manufacturers that any and all sunlight is harmful to you, which is a lie.
“Vitamin D suppresses tumor growth and promotes differentiation in colorectal cancer in much the same ways it does in breast and prostate cancer. Normal colon cells have higher vitamin D receptor concentrations than abnormal or cancerous colon cells.” – James Dowd and Diane Stafford, The Vitamin D Cure
It is vitally important for your health to get adequate levels of direct sunlight on your skin, an average of about 15 – 30 minutes a day without sunscreen. If you don’t you’ll have natually low levels of vitamin d in your body and your chances of getting cancer will skyrocket.
“The combination of vitamin D and vitamin A slows prostate cancer [...]
It is a well known fact nowadays that your build muscle diet is a critically important component of your total fitness regime that will determine the degree of your bodybuilding success. If your diet is substandard and lacking in key nutrients and food types, regardless of how hard you train you won’t gain the muscle mass and definition you desire.
Let’s review a few simple but essential rules to follow to design and implement a superb build muscle diet, and then we’ll uncover some of the very best quality and targeted foods for building muscle mass. Here are some quick guidelines for a diet to build muscle:
1. Consume 6-7 quality, well-planned meals per day to sustain a high metabolism and avoid glycemic spikes. This will make it much easier for you to metabolize the required amount of calories in order for you to gain muscle mass. Also, it will ensure your body has high energy levels throughout the entire day to fight fatigue, maintain an elevated mood and assist recovery and muscle repair.
2. Your build muscle diet should consist of roughly 50% carbohydrates, 30% [...]
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Researchers do not know the exact cause of typical migraine headaches, and it is almost certain that there are multiple causes, some genetic and some environmental. Some theories discussed irritation or injury to the trigeminal nerve; imbalances in important brain chemicals and neurotransmitters such as serotonin; or an imbalance in certain minerals such as magnesium.
We do know that there are a number of different environmental triggers which can cause a migraine headache. These triggers can cause a migraine in people who are genetically prone to migraines, yet not in others.
Fluctuations in estrogen levels appear to cause migraines headaches in some women who have known predisposition to them. Women sometimes report migraine headaches immediately before or during their periods, when there is a large decrease in the amount of estrogen circulating in the blood. Other women have shown an increase in the number of migraine headaches during pregnancy or menopause, which again would point to a hormonal imbalance.
Given this information, women who suffer from migraine headaches should consider supplementing with hormones such as pregnenolone and progesterone, which are estrogen precursors and are known to help women with certain problems related to hormonal [...]
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Researchers of one study found that “CoQ10 is an anti-aging substance under normal physiological conditions.” This was under testing in mice using doses that would be the human equivalent of 500 mg to 1700 mg per day. Although their research suggested that 1700 mg per day may induce cognitive impairment, these researchers admitted that, “it would be fair to comment that the upper safe limit of 1200 mg per day recommended by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) is lower than the estimated 1700 mg per day that would lead to cognitive impairment in humans.” In other words, use in moderation like everything else.
Ubiquinone, another name for coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) comes from the word “ubiquitous,” meaning “everywhere” – a fitting name since it is found in and essential to every cell of the human body. Unfortunately, levels of CoQ10 produced by the body decrease with age by as much as 70%, and with the development of certain diseases such as Parkinson’s , asthma, and heart disease. Scientists have been studying CoQ10 for many years, and it is now one of the most popular health supplements in the world due to [...]
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Chinese Ginseng Panax ginseng Asian Ginseng Chinese Ginseng Korean Ginseng
Among all the Chinese herbs, the fame of the Chinese ginseng is the greatest and it is the most valued in the herbal lore of China. Indeed, the value place on the Chinese ginseng herb goes back to the very dim beginnings of Chinese history itself, to a time when even wars were fought in ancient China for control of forest where the herb grew wild, this herb has been esteemed from about 7,000 years ago for its therapeutic benefits and has remained at the very pinnacle of herbal remedies in China from very early times. The western world’s acquaintance and knowledge of the herb’s ability to boost the stamina and provide the body with increased resistance to stress was recognized pretty late, and the herb gained recognition only in the 18th century in much of the western world, though an Arabian physician brought the ginseng back from China and introduced it to Europe as early as the 9th century. PARTS USED
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Awareness of the powerful healing properties of aloe vera is increasing rapidly as
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scientists – and millions of people around the world – discover what Mike Adams calls “the most impressive medicinal herb invented by nature.” But of course, aloe vera has an ancient and time honored history of healing powers as well.
It’s many medical properties were first described over 2000 years ago. In ancient Egypt, Aloe vera was used to embalm mummies. Cleopatra used aloe vera to make her skin more beautiful. Today, aloe vera is one of the most widely used natural ingredients in skincare products, and for good reason. Many people grow aloe vera plants in their home to take advantage of this miracle of nature.
Just how miraculous is this potent plant? Here is list of some of what this plant can do.
Halts the growth of cancer tumors.
Lowers high cholesterol.
Repairs “sludge blood” and reverses “sticky blood”.
Boosts the oxygenation of your blood.
Eases inflammation and soothes arthritis pain.
Protects the body from oxidative stress.
Prevents kidney stones and protects [...]
Editor’s note: fitness is about exercise, getting and staying healthy, stimulating hormones that have anti aging and Image via Wikipedia disease fighting effects, eating natural foods and communing with nature, adventure to fill the spirit and enthusiasm for life. It’s not just about taking vitamins and health supplements, but getting out and living life to the fullest. Here’s a great article that shows you how to do just that. Check it out, or find a place like it near you and get some exercise to increase your fitness for life! Iowa has transformed more abandoned railroad beds into bike trails than any other state! With a variety of terrains–hilly, rocky, forests, prairies, and waterways–Iowa has exercise, fitness and adventure for every level of biker. Beginners will be happy to experience some of the longest paved trails anywhere in the country. You’ve just got to come and see for yourself! For a great family ride, check out the Wabash Trail located near Council Bluffs. With 25 miles of trail, it’s a nice easy ride on predominantly flat terrain and it’s not only relaxing, but it is also a great way to tour the area. In addition to beautiful scenery and countryside, [...]
The world’s most powerful medicines, the foundation and fabric of your body, reside in nature, in the food you eat. “You are what you eat” is the fundamental commandment of optimal health and well-being.
Paramount health and the healing of disease doesn’t require artificial, pharmaceutical drugs or medical “experts,” as the medical establishment and pharmaceutical companies would like you to believe. The wisdom of the universe resides in nature and natural foods, and all the nourishment your body needs to heal itself can be found there. Give the body what it needs and it will heal itself: your immune system is the product of hundreds of millions of years of biological evolution – the evolution of natural intelligence.
If everyone consumed the proper amount of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, green superfoods like chlorella and spirulina, and got enough excercise, 90% or more of all disease would be eliminated within a few years from the face of the earth. Lifespans would increase, youthful health and vitality restored to the elderly, and cutting -edge, natural anti-aging science would become mainstream. One day in the not too distant future it will be.
Will you and your family still be alive to enjoy it? I [...]
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The world’s most powerful medicines, the foundation and fabric of your body, reside in nature, in the food you eat. “You are what you eat” is the fundamental commandment of optimal health and well-being.
Paramount health and the healing of disease doesn’t require artificial, pharmaceutical drugs or medical “experts,” as the medical establishment and pharmaceutical companies would like you to believe. The wisdom of the universe resides in nature and natural foods, and all the nourishment your body needs to heal itself can be found there. Give the body what it needs and it will heal itself: your immune system is the product of hundreds of millions of years of biological evolution – the evolution of natural intelligence.
If everyone consumed the proper amount of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, green superfoods like chlorella and spirulina, and got enough excercise, 90% or more of all disease would be eliminated within a few years from the face of the earth. Lifespans would increase, youthful health and vitality restored to the elderly, and cutting -edge, natural anti-aging science would become mainstream. One day in the not too distant future it will be.
Will you and your family still be alive to enjoy it? I [...]