Scientist recently reported that a simple substance found in celery and green peppers may be used as a natural health remedy help to prevent inflammation in the brain. This finding could have important implications for aging and brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s and memory loss.

Although inflammation is the body’s response to fight infection and to promote healing researchers have shown that chronic inflammation is involved in many diseases such as heart disease, cancer, obesity, diabetes, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, asthma, Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases attributed to the aging process.

Celery and green peppers are an abundant source of the natural health remedy luteolin, a flavanoid which has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties. Chronic inflammation is associated with the production of free radicals which causes untold damage to cells.

To prevent free radical damage the body has its own system of antioxidants but it depends on adequate vital nutrients such as Vitamins A, C & E, carotenoids and the minerals selenium, copper, zinc and iron being present.

These vital nutrients and many other naturally occurring antioxidants in food come from a diet high in flavanoids found in fresh fruit, vegetables, green tea, red wine and cocoa.

As well as celery and green peppers luteolin is also found in cabbage, carrots, parsley, basil, thyme and camomile. Chronic inflammatory conditions will only stop when the free radicals in the area of inflammation is stabilized and the attack on healthy cells ends.

Dr Perlmutter, a neurologist who treats Alzheimers and other brain conditions with nutritonal protocols refers to these conditions as “the brain on fire”. He explains that the symptoms result from the damage done to the neurons (brain cells) by the free radicals generated by free radicals. You have to put out the fire to improve the condition.

The most effective natural approach to Alzheimer’s Disease must reduce the inflammation and free radical damage and improve the function of the neurones.

An anti-inflammatory diet excludes foods that promote inflammation:

• Foods high in saturated fats such as meat, dairy products and eggs as well as other high fat foods, fried foods and processed foods high in trans fats or hydrogenated fats.

• Processed meats such as luncheon meats, sausages and hot dogs that contain nitrites.
• Sugar and high sugar foods like soft drinks, candy, cakes and pastries.

And emphasizes foods that reduce inflammation:

• Omega 3 fats from oily fish, (not swordfish, shark, king mackerel, or tilefish because they contain high levels of mercury), walnuts, pumpkin seeds, flax oil or seeds (linseeds).

• Fresh fruit & vegetables including plenty of green leafy vegetables and berries. 5 or more servings a day.
• Vegetarian protein from beans and lentils.
• Wholegrains – They do not trigger insulin that promotes inflammation.
• Free range or organic poultry
• Pure water, herbal teas, vegetable juices

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Its bad enough to have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) but to have fibromyalgia as well is not a lot of fun.

IBS is the name given to a set of different bowel symptoms that can include constipation, diarrhea, gas, abdominal pain and bloating. Tests are usually done to rule out other conditions before the diagnosis is made. According to many doctors the underlying cause of IBS is not known and treatment consists of medicines to control symptoms rather than curing the condition.

Practitioners of natural medicine will look more closely at what is going on in the digestive system. Food allergy or intolerance, bacterial and yeast overgrowth and parasites can all cause IBS. Dealing with these problems can cure IBS for good.

Fibromyalgia is the name given to another set of symptoms that includes body aches and pain with tenderness of specific areas, extreme fatigue, depression, sleep problems and anxiety. It is also poorly understood by the medical community and treatment consists of relieving symptoms with the use of drugs.

Tests done by functional medicine doctors and natural health practitioners have found that people with fibromyalgia can have food sensitivities, low adrenal function, nutrient deficiencies, metabolic disorders, and often there is impaired liver detoxification systems.

Alternative treatments using natural remedies have proven to be effective for both IBS and Fibromyalgia and there are a number of things that you can do at home to make you feel better.

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Some journalists are advocating going on a “pre-tox” in preparation for the festive season. This, they explain, means doing a short detox so that you do not have to worry about over indulging in alcohol and rich food that you will be plied with at all the pre-Christmas parties as well as the large meal you might eat on Christmas day. Then of course there are the New Year celebrations to get through.

Well, now I have heard everything. This just shows the ignorance that surrounds the concept of detoxification. Do they think that you can detoxify in 1 week? Well it’s just not possible. Do they really think that the idea of detox is so you can go and re-toxify?

A lifetime’s collection of toxins are simply not able to be expelled in 7 days or even 14 days. Of course I am not saying that 7 or 14 days on a good detox program would not be of some benefit. But to suggest that people go on a detox with the idea that they can then not feel guilty or worry about overloading the liver with alcohol and rich fatty food is simply too ridiculous for words.

In fact going on a detox in preparation for the winter season if you live in an area where it gets colder is a good idea. It can help boost the immune system in preparation for all the germs you might be exposed to as more people tend to suffer from colds and flu in the winter and tend to be in huddled indoors more.

If you are worried about the effects of extra alcohol on your liver then the herb Milk Thistle would be useful to take. It is sometimes known as Silymarin because the beneficial compound contained in the plant is called Silymarin.

Milk thistle has antioxidant properties and is a very powerful herb that can help regenerate liver cells. It can help neutralize toxins that find their way into the liver cells as well as preventing toxins entering liver cells. It is used to help treat alcoholic liver disease or prevent it in heavy drinkers.

Not all Milk Thistle products contain enough of the active substance to be effective so make sure that the supplement you choose contains 80% Silymarin. Herbal liver supplements often combine Milk Thistle with dandelion, artichoke extract and liquorice to help the flow of bile which carries toxins out of the liver.

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A recently published study confirms that Echinacea can reduce the risk of catching a cold by 58% as well as reducing its duration by 1.4 days. Although the herb Echinacea has traditionally been used to help the body resist the flu and cold viruses until now many doctors have doubted its effectiveness .

Cold weather seems to make us more vulnerable to getting colds and flu. People are indoors more at this time spreading the cold or flu viruses. There are many over the counter medicines to treat the symptoms but many natural health practitioners believe that medicines are suppressive and increase the duration of the illness and they are not without side effects.

First used by Native Americans for many illnesses, white settlers found that Echinacea was very effective for relieving the symptoms of colds and flu. It was also prescribed by doctors before the advent of drugs.

How does Echinacea work?

A number of studies have shown that Echinacea works by improving the immune system in 3 ways. Firstly, it stimulates the production of macrophages, the cells of the immune system that attack the virus as well as helping them work more effectively. Secondly, it increases the natural killer cells that kill infected cells. Thirdly, the immune proteins that regulate the immune system are stimulated.

Is Echinacea safe for anyone to take?

Because it stimulates the immune system it should not be taken by people with an overactive immune system such as auto immune disorders. It is not recommended to be taken by people with TB, AIDS or HIV.

What is the dose?

The most effective dose of Echinacea is 7.5 mg of a mixture of Echinacea purpurea and Echinacea pallida three times a day for people over 12 years of age. If you know you have been exposed to the virus try these doses to prevent catching it.

Detox boosts the immune system.

Autumn is a good time to do a short detox or cleanse and is another good way to help boost the immune system before the cold and flu season.

Mercury is a toxic metal that has been shown to interfere with immune function, has been linked to heart disease and strokes, can damage the nervous system of unborn children and may contribute to autism.

Symptoms such as headaches, irritability, memory loss, confusion, tremors, numbness and tingling in hands and feet, loss of scalp hair, depression and metallic taste in mouth were found to be related to mercury poisoning from eating fish by one internal medicine specialist.

Tuna, marlin, shark, swordfish, Chilean sea bass and grouper are known to have high levels of mercury in their flesh but this is only one way adults and children are exposed to this toxic metal. Mothers can pass mercury to their babies prior to birth or through breast milk afterwards.

How fish become contaminated with mercury has been the subject of controversy for many years. Scientists have recently proved that mercury particles expelled as a by-product of burning coal to produce power drop into our oceans and lakes where it is accumulated by oily fish.

Hair analysis has revealed that usually people with the highest levels of mercury have the highest intake of fish. Cutting fish out of their diets reduced the levels and improved the symptoms they were getting.

Some people are good detoxifiers of mercury and once they stop the source then their bodies will slowly excrete it. Others do not readily detoxify it and need to take a substance that will chelate (latch onto) heavy metals and remove them from the body.

The danger with many substances that claim to remove metals from the body is that they can pick up the toxin from one place but deposit it somewhere else such as the brain and then pick up another metal instead

Liquid Zeolite is an amazing substance that will trap mercury and bring it out of the body safely. Zeolite appears to increase the function of one of the liver’s detox pathways releasing the toxins through the urine.

Zeolite’s binding power was proven during the Chernobyl disaster, when tons of it were used to remove radioactive cesium and strontium-90 before they contaminated local water systems.

If you value your health avoid the large fish that are known to accumulate mercury and reduce intake of other fish if it is high. Children, pregnant women and those trying for a baby are advised to avoid tuna, marlin, shark and swordfish.

Researchers have discovered that pesticides doubles the risk of asthma in adults. Scientists studied 20,000 American farmers and found that those using the most pesticides were at the highest risk. Some farmers routinely use as many as 16 different pesticides on their crops.

One in 10 adults and one in 3 children suffer from chronic asthma. Asthma is the most common chronic illness among children and pesticides are widely used in schools to control pests in the buildings as well as the grounds. Some form of pest control is needed as the pests themselves can trigger asthma in susceptible children.

Asthma attacks may also be brought on by pollen, house dust mite, tobacco smoke, feathers and other allergens. Even a change of temperature or exposure to cold morning air can cause a spasm of the airways restricting the flow of air making breathing difficult.

Studies in the past have linked asthma to poor diets, obesity and tobacco smoke so it is important to encourage our children to eat a better diet. Good healthy diets will also help improve immune function that plays an important role in the body’s defences against environmental allergies.

It was only reported last week that there were traces of pesticides found on nearly a third of fresh fruit and vegetables, milk and meat in the UK. This is very worrying at a time when there is an initiative to try to introduce more fruit and vegetables into school meals.

The conventional treatment for asthma is focused on the symptoms rather than curing the underlying cause. Natural remedies and treatments aim at curing the dysfunction.

Herbal and homeopathic asthma treatment can be extremely effective. Depending on the severity of the asthma, they can reduce or eliminate the need for the synthetic drugs and inhalers. They can also be safely used to complement conventional treatment of asthma.

Most of these pesticides get stored in the body in the fat layers of the cells interfering with the cell function. Detoxification can help lower the load of toxins in your body improving cell and immune system function.

Ideally couples planning a pregnancy should undergo a detox program to lower the chemical load that affects our ability to conceive and is passed to the baby during pregnancy and breast feeding. In many cases the immune system is compromised from birth due to the chemicals already present.

Many of the most popular children’s medicines contain additives that are known to cause hyperactivity in some children. The Hyperactive Children Support group in the UK has claimed for the last 30 years that artificial additives in food and drink cause hyperactivity and bad
behaviour in many children.

Recent research just published in the respected medical journal The Lancet has confirmed what many have known for years that e-numbers are not good for children and cause bad behaviour and hyperactivity in some susceptible children.

A national newspaper in the UK is campaigning for a complete ban on additives and supermarket giants have pledged to remove additives from their own label products.

Of more concern perhaps is the fact that many children’s medicines are highly coloured with red dyes that that can cause allergic reactions in asthmatics, mild rashes and hyperactivity. Is this what you want for your sick child? Makers of the medicines maintain that the artificial colour is there to make the medicine more acceptable to children and the amount of additive consumed is tiny.

Many parents are not convinced and are turning to natural health remedies rather than use medicines. Natural remedies work with the body whereas medicines tend to suppress the reactions of the body to the illness which natural health practitioners view as damaging.

Doctors know that in many cases the condition will disappear in a few day without drug intervention but feel pressurized by the parent to prescribe something. Children have amazing recovery powers and respond very quickly to herbs and other natural remedies.

Native Remedies have formulated a wonderful range of herbal medicines for children. Kiddie Cool helps calm, soothe and reduce fever in children. Kiddie Boost helps improve immune system functioning and promotes natural resistance to illness if your child is always picking up things at nursery or school.

Your child should start to get better within 48 hours and any infection gone in 7 – 10 days. Many doctors believe that children should not be given antibiotics and that the body’s own immune system will fight the infection given time. We are all in too much of a hurry these days to let the body respond naturally to infections. Natural remedies can keep our child comfortable and support the body’s own natural defenses.

Have you been diagnosed with chronic migraine for which you take pain killers? Consider the fact that you may have migraines plus daily headaches caused by the very pills you take to relieve migraine.

Scientists revealed yesterday that half a million women have migraines caused by the drugs they take to cure them. Taking too many pain killers can cause the body to stop producing its own natural pain reducing substances. This results in rebound headaches. When you stop the painkiller you get a headache so you have to take some more.

Director of clinical research at the City of London Migraine Clinic Ann MacGregor called for a national campaign to warn people of the risks. She stated that many of her patients had rebound headaches when they started using analgesics such as paracetamol or triptans, drugs that treat migraine.

To get rid of migraines for good you have to find and treat the underlying causes or triggers Migraines can be triggered by food or chemical intolerance, low blood sugar or blood sugar imbalances, going without food for long periods, alcohol, changes in weather, hormonal fluctuations, low magnesium levels, flashing lights and exercise in some susceptible people.

To get off painkillers for the frequent headaches you can go cold turkey which is very hard to do when you are suffering a rebound headaches. A good detox program that supports liver function could help you get off the painkillers more easily. There are many natural health remedies that you can use to help relieve the headache as well as several that can help prevent the migraines in the first place.

Some research has found that a supplement of a natural substance called 5-HTP, that is made from a plant, can reduce the frequency and severity of migraines. The herbs feverfew and butterbur have also been used successfully to prevent migraine. They have to be taken regularly for 3 months or more for the best results so don’t give up too soon.

Magnesium has been found to be low in many migraine sufferers so ensuring you have high magnesium foods such as green leafy vegetables, nuts and seeds in your diet as well as taking a supplement of 400 – 500 mg in a good absorbable form can also help.

The most successful treatment involves finding and correcting the underlying problems which in most people is more than one. The effort will be well worth it to cure your migraines.

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Its heartening to know that the current craze for drinking green tea is actually good for you. The tea shelves in supermarkets are absolutely loaded with a huge variety of green tea. Garden centre coffee shops to motorway service cafes are now offering green tea alongside the more traditional black teas. So what’s so special about it?

Researchers at the Arizona Cancer Center have discovered that a green tea concentrate boosted the production of some vital enzymes in people whose levels were low. They gave a concentrate of the natural chemicals found in green tea known as catechins in an amount equivalent to to drinking 8 – 16 cup to 42 people. These potent antioxidants increased detox enzymes by 80%.

The key enzymes glutathione-S- transferase are thought to be vital to defend the body against cancer causing chemicals and toxins. People with low levels of these enzymes due to genetics or environmental factors have an increased risk of cancer. The detox enzyme system convert known cancer causing agents into non toxic substances which can then be safely got rid of by the body.

Green tea has been the subject of many studies since it was observed that Japanese and Chinese populations who habitually drink it have lower rates of cancer although they concede that other factors may be involved.

There are a number of detox enxyme systems in the liver that play key roles in detoxification. Previous research has shown that various substances in food, certain vitamins and minerals can all help boost the detox pathways in the body. Many natural cancer therapies employ the use of these specific foods and nutrients to detoxify and regenerate the body.

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Baby or infant eczema is a very distressing condition both for the baby and mother. It is very common in babies who come from families that suffer from hayfever, asthma, allergies, eczema and migraine. These families are said to be atopic. Eczema is also called atopic dermatitis.

The condition can often appear first on the cheeks and the baby constantly rubs against something to try to relieve the intense itching. It can affect any part of the body. The skin appears red and inflamed and tiny blisters can often appear under the skin surface. The blisters can break and ooze causing crusting. Scratching further damages the skin and it can become infected with bacteria.

The mother may notice that the eczema starts after a vaccination or series of them, when she introduces cow’s milk or starts weaning. The lining of the digestive system in babies is more permeable than an adults. This means that undigested food particles can cross the intestinal barrier and provoke an immune reaction. The reaction causes the skin to erupt as eczema.

Research at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, England has confirmed that the majority of children with eczema have food allergies or intolerances. The avoidance of the foods will frequently bring about a complete clearing of the eczema. Chemicals and clothing can also cause it and the baby may be sensitive to both foods and chemicals that he is in contact with.

Some doctors now believe that babies are washed too frequently. Babies skins are much thiner and delicate than adults so daily bathing may not be good for them especially if they are prone to dry skin or eczema. Some soaps even though made for babies contain chemicals that could cause the eczema.

Here are some ways to avoid eczema:

• Breast feed for 6 months if possible as it helps to seal the intestines.

• Consider using hydrolysed milk powders instead of cow’s milk formulas in atopic families.

• Do not wean the baby too early. Wait until 6 months before introducing solid food.

• Avoid giving wheat products like cereal, biscuits and bread, eggs, fish and nuts until at least 12 months old.

• Introduce vegetable and fruit purees first. Buy organic where possible to avoid chemical residues.

• Use gentle natural skin products that do not contain preservatives or perfumes.

• Top and tail when possible instead of bathing daily.

• Avoid wool and scratchy fabrics that could cause skin reactions.

• Avoid regular and biological washing detergents and use special natural products.

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Herbal diet pills have become increasingly popular because they promise weight loss without real hardship according to a recent article in a national newspaper. Many doctors are concerned over the safety of them. Some herbal diet pills contain stimulants and appetite suppressants which work on the thyroid or hypothalamus. Dr Downing, medical director of The Alliance for Natural Health in the UK, said that you should never buy diet pills that are only available online as their pedigree is dubious and they may not comply with EU regulations.

Various different ingedients are used in over the counter herbal slimming aids such as alfalfa leaf powder which can make you feel full, gymnaema sylvestre which helps with blood sugar regulation, Hoodia complex seems to work as an appetite suppressant, green tea extract which some studies show can increase metabolism, fucus extract from seaweed has a high iodine content which can stimulate the metabolic rate if you lack iodine.

Most herbal diet pills state that they should be used as part of a caloire controlled diet and an exercise program. But a calorie controlled diet and exercise should help you lose weight whatever you take.

Some doctors and natural health practioners believe that toxic chemicals make you fat. The body has a naturally designed slimming system that is made up of a complex network of hormones that regulate appetite, blood sugar levels and metabolism. According to Dr Paula Baillie-Hamilton an expert on environmental medicine, the natural slimming system in the body is being poisoned by the toxic chemicals we encounter in our daily lives.

She claims that virtually all the 21st century chemicals we are exposed to in our food and environment may have some sort of weight altering effect even at low levels. These include a wide range of pesticides, heavy metals, plastics, solvents, medicines, environmental pollutants and fire retardants.

Fortunately this can be reversed by taking steps to avoid toxic chemicals and metals as far as possible, following a good detox diet plan several times a year that supports liver detox, maintaining a healthy balanced diet, and getting regular exercise.

A recent national newspaper article highlighted the importance of diet and nutritional supplements for couples who have had problems conceiving or have had repeated miscarriages. Foresight, the charitable organisation for pre-conceptual care, takes hair samples from both partners for mineral and toxic metal analysis. A diet and nutritional supplement programme is devised based on the results to detox heavy metals, correct deficiencies and balance hormones.

Mrs Barnes the founder says “Quite often what is preventing a healthy conception can be a simple lack of zinc in the woman or selenium in the man”. Foresight also advise that both partners should give up alcohol, cigarettes and drugs for at least 4 months before trying for a baby.

A woman who had suffered four miscarriages and spent £5,000 on IVF said it did not sound too bad and was not a lot to ask. She and her partner both followed the progamme and found that it was well worth it as they were surprised that she became pregnant very quickly and had a healthy child.

Several years later they wanted another baby but she had another miscarriage. They went straight back on the Foresight programme and had a second successful pregnancy.

Some might say this is just coincidence but Foresight have so many success stories that it is hard to refute. Couples should also be screened for genito-urinary conditions such as chlamydia which can be present with no symptoms causing infertility.

Couples following the Foresight Program have good pregancies, easy labours with no complications like premature labours, cesarian sections or inductions of labour.

Modern living taxes the body’s detox systems. The detox pathways become overloaded with pesticides, polluted water and air, alcohol, smoke, solvents, drugs and more. Our liver, kidneys, lungs and bowels, the major detox organs, are being pushed beyond their limits.

Research into natural remedies to support these organs has turned to Milk Thistle also called Silymarin, an old liver remedy. The seeds of this plant , once cultivated in Mediterranean countries as a vegetable, are the part mostly used for their medicinal qualities.

Used by 19th and 20th century American physicians to relieve liver, spleen or kidney congestion,scientific studies today show that its active compounds are particularly liver protective. It helps protect the liver from damage by viruses, toxins, alcohol and medications. It has been used for over 2000 years as a medicine by natural healers.

Milk thistle protects the liver by neutralizing cellular toxins and blocking the entrance of others. It acts as an antioxidant fighting those damaging molecules know as free radicals. Most importantly it can regenerate liver cells.

It is used to treat liver damage seen in cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, bile duct inflammation and fatty liver induced by alcohol and chemicals. It is helpful in radiation damage, cancer, type 2 diabetes and for lowering cholesterol. The damaging effects of paracetamol, anti-inflammatories and anti-depressant drugs may be improved by this remarkable herb. The elimination of some drugs may be speeded up by Milk Thistle so care should be taken when being treated with, for example, paclitaxil or digoxin.

Always consult a Medical Herbalist if you suffer from a serious medical condition rather than self treat. Protecting the liver is becoming more and more important in todays toxic world.

Fertility, by definition is the ability to produce offspring. In the past fertility problems were thought to be due to problems only with the female reproductive system. Today science knows that the problem can be due to male or female infertility or both.

In medical terminology problems with fertility (infertility), is diagnosed when a couple has been trying to conceive for a year without success. Additionally, if a couple conceives but the woman has repeated miscarriages, this will also be diagnosed as infertility. Another diagnosis, secondary infertility, is when a couple has had 1 pregnancy and then cannot conceive again.

COMMON FERTILTY PROBLEMS

Fertility of both males and females decreases with age. Female fertility begins to decrease in the late twenties and male fertility decreases after the age of 35. As many couples wait until their 30’s and 40’s to begin a family, the number of couples experiencing fertility problems increases. Another factor contributing to fertility problems is lack of education. Women and their partners are not fully aware of the reproductive cycle, particularly the most fertile time of the cycle. This fact has made fertility calculators very popular. Hormonal imbalances, poor nutrition, and an overload of toxins in the body, are causes of fertility problems common to both sexes. There are, of course, fertility problems unique to each of the sexes.

FEMALE FERTILITY PROBLEMS

Failure to ovulate due to hormonal imbalances or blocked fallopian tubes can be a cause of female infertility. Endometriosis, fibroids, and an allergy to her partner’s sperm may also be causes of female infertility.

MALE FERTILITY PROBLEMS

Males may experience a low or absent sperm count. The male’s sperm may be unhealthy or have poor motility, keeping it from reaching or fertilizing the egg.

COMMON TREATMENT

A holistic approach to fertility problems begins with education. Additionally, lifestyle and dietary changes may be recommended. Hormonal imbalances may be corrected with detox programs.

FEMALE TREATMENT

Conventional treatment for female fertility problems may include surgery to remove fibroids or treat endometriosis. Hormone replacement therapy may be advised. Endometriosis and fibroids may be treated holistically through nutritional and herbal techniques.

MALE TREATMENT

Sperm production, quality, and motility can be treated through nutritional techniques. If you are experiencing fertility problems seek a health care professional who is willing to look at both conventional and holistic approaches to your problem.

NUTRITIONAL TIPS TO INCREASE FERTILITY

• Eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables preferably organic.
• Choose whole cereals: brown rice, oats, millet, quinoa etc.
• Include beans: garbanzos (chickpeas), aduki, haricot, lentils etc.
• Look for fresh unsalted nuts and seeds.
• Seek out free range or organic poultry, meat and eggs.
• Eat small fish from unpolluted sources.
• Choose organic dairy products or goat’s milk.
• Eat organic live yogurt several times a week.
• Use cold pressed unrefined oils and do not heat them: sesame, sunflower, olive oil.
• Cook only in a little organic butter or preferably ghee (clarified butter).
• Reduce fried foods.
• Use coffee substitutes: Caro, Bambu etc.
• Reduce regular tea and try herbal teas, fruit teas or weak green tea.
• Reduce sugar and replace with natural sweeteners: date syrup, argave, fruit juices, stevia.
• Replace alcohol with healthy non-alcoholic drinks without artificial sweeteners.
• Avoid additives and preservatives.
• Reduce exposure to chemicals in the home and garden.
• Avoid radiation.
• Give up smoking and drugs (except essential medication).
• Use a water filter and drink 8 glasses of pure water a day.
• Do not heat or store food in plastic containers.
• Avoid microwave and bar-b-que food.
• Consider a detox program.

Taking charge of your fertility and implementing lifestyle and nutritional changes and correcting nutritional deficiencies has been proven to correct infertility in many cases.

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Well we always knew that we had to eat up our greens because they were good for us didn’t we? Scientists claim that eating broccoli and cauliflower twice a week can cut the risk of prostate cancer by almost 50%. Researchers from the National Cancer Institute in Maryland revealed yesterday that the results of a four year study on 29,000 men showed that those who ate cauliflower or broccoli at least once a week had far fewer fast growing tumors which spread rapidly through the body. They claimed that broccoli cuts the risk by 45% and cauliflower by 52%.

Cancer charities have pointed out that they have long advised an intake of a variety of fruit and vegetables to help protect against cancer in general. But the researchers claim that these two vegetables were better than any others to help prevent the development of aggressive prostate cancer as they contain natural substances that protect DNA damage.

What the media stories do not report is the fact that many studies on the natural substances carbinol and flavonoids found in cruciferous vegetables that include cabbage, Brussels sprouts as well as broccoli, cauliflower have been shown to improve the detox function of the liver.

The liver is the main organ of detoxification in the body which through a highly complex and sophisticated system neutralizes and gets rid of many potential cancer causing chemical toxins that enter our bodies through our food, water, air pollution and personal products. These foods are especially valuable in the prevention of all cancers.

Men are encouraged to eat their 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day that includes broccoli and cauliflower as part of a healthy diet. Prostate cancer is becoming increasingly common among the over 50’s and 10, 000 die from the disease in the UK and nearly 32,000 in the USA every year.

Eating a healthy balanced diet, reducing exposure to cancer causing toxins and living and stress can help prevent all cancers in both men and women.