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Date: September 14, 2026 11:22 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: NSAIDs vs. Curcumin: Which One Relieves Joint Pain Without Stopping Healing?

Comparative Analysis of NSAIDs versus Curcumin in Musculoskeletal Tissue Repair

Primary Biological Mechanisms and Pharmacological Targets

The functional divergence between these two compounds becomes clear when considering an intuitive mechanical analogy. Tissue trauma resembles damage to a commercial building, where initial inflammation functions as the construction and demolition crew tasked with clearing rubble, stabilizing the foundation, and laying down fresh structural framing. NSAIDs function like abruptly cutting electrical power to the entire work site: the noisy machinery stops instantly and the immediate disturbance ceases, but the construction workers lose the power necessary to clean the debris and erect permanent walls. Conversely, curcumin operates as an experienced site manager: it silences unnecessary chaos and prevents site vandalism while ensuring that the skilled workers - specifically chondrocytes in cartilage and tenocytes in tendons - remain fully active, supplied, and capable of completing the restoration.   

At the cellular level, NSAIDs exert their effects through the catalytic inhibition of cyclooxygenase enzymes, categorized as constitutive cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and inducible cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2). Membrane phospholipids damaged during injury release arachidonic acid, which COX enzymes convert into pro-inflammatory lipid mediators known as prostanoids, most notably prostaglandin E2 (PGE2). Nonselective NSAIDs block both isoforms, while selective coxibs specifically target COX-2. By shutting off PGE2 production, NSAIDs rapidly elevate pain thresholds and blunt localized swelling. However, because PGE2 also functions as a vital signaling cue for cellular recruitment, angiogenesis, and cellular proliferation, this total enzymatic shutdown strips local repair cells of the baseline signals required to orchestrate tissue regeneration.   

Curcumin avoids this indiscriminate pathway paralysis by acting upstream on master transcriptional control switches rather than directly neutralizing isolated enzymes. Its primary therapeutic mechanism centers on the inhibition of Nuclear Factor-kappa B (NF-kB) and Activator Protein-1 (AP-1) signaling networks. Under acute stress or chronic inflammatory loads, the NF-kB protein complex is released from its cytoplasmic inhibitor, IkBa, and translocates directly into the cell nucleus, where it drives the transcription of catabolic cytokines such as interleukin-1 beta (IL-1ß), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-a), and interleukin-6 (IL-6). Curcumin blocks the phosphorylation and degradation of IkBa, effectively keeping NF-kB trapped in the cytoplasm. By preventing this nuclear entry, curcumin attenuates the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines and downstream matrix-degrading enzymes while preserving baseline physiological functions. Furthermore, curcumin activates the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) and antioxidant response element (ARE) pathways, which upregulate endogenous cellular antioxidants to neutralize destructive reactive oxygen species (ROS) that induce cell death in injured joints.   

The Mechanisms of NSAID-Induced Inhibition in Cartilage and Tendon Repair

Cartilage maintenance depends on chondrocytes, the sole cell type residing within articular joints, which are responsible for generating and maintaining the extracellular matrix of Type II collagen and water-binding proteoglycans such as aggrecan. Because adult articular cartilage lacks a direct vascular network, major defect repair relies heavily on the recruitment and chondrogenic differentiation of subchondral mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) through endochondral ossification. Experimental evaluations demonstrate that systemic or intra-articular NSAID exposure halts this regenerative differentiation. Both nonselective NSAIDs and selective COX-2 inhibitors interfere with chondrocyte maturation and prevent successful tissue integration following cartilage transplantation or microfracture procedures.  At the cellular level, common NSAIDs - including indomethacin, ketorolac, and diclofenac - induce cell cycle arrest in chondrocytes by blocking transition from the resting G0 phase to the proliferative G1.

phase, substantially reducing viable cell numbers. Concurrently, NSAIDs downregulate Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2 (BMP-2), an essential anabolic signaling molecule that orchestrates matrix synthesis. Histological analyses in animal models reveal that NSAID administration causes a marked loss of extracellular proteoglycan content and widespread chondrocyte depletion, yielding elevated modified Mankin scores that signify advanced structural degeneration. In layman's terms, proteoglycans serve as water-absorbing structural sponges that grant cartilage its elastic shock absorption. When NSAIDs deplete these molecules, the joint surface dries out, becomes brittle, and rapidly wears down under routine mechanical friction.   

Tendon healing is similarly susceptible to disruption by NSAIDs. Tendons operate as high-tensile structural cables composed of longitudinally arranged Type I collagen fibers, maintained by specialized fibroblasts termed tenocytes and tenoblasts. Healing after acute rupture or chronic tear progresses through an initial inflammatory phase, followed by a proliferative phase of cell migration, and culminates in a lengthy remodeling phase of collagen alignment. In vitro and in vivo studies establish that NSAIDs directly suppress the migration and proliferative capacity of tenocytes during the critical early healing window. Without an adequate cellular workforce migrating into the wound bed, provisional collagen scaffolding cannot be synthesized effectively.   

The disruption is particularly pronounced at the enthesis, the specialized fibrocartilaginous junction where soft tendon inserts into rigid bone. Re-establishing this transition zone requires coordinated bone remodeling and chondrogenic differentiation, both of which are hindered by COX inhibition. In animal rotator cuff repair models, early administration of NSAIDs significantly delays collagen fiber organization and impairs mechanical integration at the insertion site, resulting in a measurable decline in load-to-failure strength and overall tendon toughness. Furthermore, while prolonged inflammation contributes to pathological degeneration, the transient synthesis of PGE2 during the initial hours following injury is essential for regulating localized microvascular flow and hyperemic nutrient delivery. By eliminating this early prostanoid pulse, NSAIDs starve the repair zone of oxygen and circulating factors precisely when the cellular metabolic demand is highest.   

Beyond direct biochemical cytotoxicity, systemic NSAIDs introduce a physical hazard known as analgesic arthropathy. In musculoskeletal biomechanics, pain functions as a protective feedback mechanism, forcing the patient to unload an injured joint or limb to prevent structural overload. By effectively blunting the pain reflex while simultaneously undermining the cellular synthesis of proteoglycans and collagen, NSAIDs create a deceptive state of perceived recovery. Patients prematurely resume unrestricted weight-bearing and strenuous activity, placing substantial, uncompensated mechanical forces onto compromised cartilage surfaces and unhealed tendon fibers. Over time, this recurring mechanical trauma accelerates joint space narrowing, promotes microfractures in the subchondral plate, and hastens functional joint breakdown.   

Chondroprotective and Tenogenic Mechanisms of Curcumin

In articular cartilage, curcumin acts as a direct chondroprotective agent by dismantling the catabolic cascade induced by pro-inflammatory cytokines. When joint tissues are exposed to elevated IL-1ß and TNF-a, chondrocytes are provoked to synthesize matrix metalloproteinases - specifically collagenases such as MMP-1, MMP-3, and MMP-13 - along with aggrecanases like ADAMTS5. These enzymes function like enzymatic shears, systematically slicing through structural Type II collagen strands and degrading aggrecan cores. Curcumin suppresses the transcription and secretion of MMP-1, MMP-3, MMP-13, and ADAMTS5 by neutralizing NF-kB and AP-1 activation. Concurrently, it upregulates Cbp/p300 Interacting Transactivator with ED-rich tail 2 (CITED2), an essential transcriptional regulator that represses matrix metalloproteinases at the genomic level.   

In addition to halting extracellular degradation, curcumin protects chondrocytes from inflammatory apoptosis. Exposure to oxidative stress and inflammatory cytokines typically triggers programmed cell death by activating the intrinsic caspase cascade. Curcumin suppresses this apoptotic pathway by reducing the cleavage of executioner caspase-3, downregulating the pro-apoptotic factor Bax, and elevating anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 expression. Microscopic and histological analyses of osteoarthritic cartilage treated with curcumin consistently show robust Safranin O staining, intact surface regularity, preserved chondrocyte density, and significantly reduced Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) degradation scores.   

Within tendon biology, curcumin promotes active tissue regeneration (tenogenesis) rather than inert scar formation. In animal models of tendon rupture and surgical repair, curcumin guides tendon-derived stem and progenitor cells (TSPCs) toward mature tenocyte differentiation. This lineage-specific differentiation is orchestrated primarily through activation of the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase/protein kinase B (PI3K/Akt) and Wnt/ß-catenin signaling cascades. As stem cells commit to the tenogenic pathway, they significantly upregulate crucial structural and phenotypic markers, including epithelial cell adhesion molecule (EpCAM), tenomodulin, and the master tendon transcription factor Scleraxis.   

Through this guided differentiation, curcumin supports the preferential synthesis and organized deposition of high-tensile Type I collagen fibers, the primary architectural building blocks of healthy tendons. Injured tendons typically fill with disorganized, loose Type III collagen, which forms a structurally inferior, compliant scar. Curcumin supplementation promotes the progressive maturation from primitive Type III collagen to densely packed, parallel Type I collagen fibrils, restoring native tensile strength and mechanical breaking force.   

A major clinical challenge following tendon surgery is the development of peritendinous adhesions, in which excessive fibrotic scar tissue binds the healing tendon to its synovial sheath, restricting range of motion and joint gliding. Postoperative tendon repair involves a balance between extrinsic healing (in which exterior fibroblasts infiltrate the defect and deposit messy scar tissue) and intrinsic healing (in which tenocytes within the tendon substance reconstruct the matrix). Curcumin suppresses excessive peritendinous inflammation and extrinsic fibrosis while accelerating intrinsic tenocyte repair. Biomechanical testing confirms that local or systemic curcumin administration yields lower adhesion scores, increased gliding distances, and superior functional mobility without sacrificing structural load-bearing capacity.   

Comparative Clinical Efficacy and Systemic Safety Profiles

In randomized, active-controlled clinical trials of knee osteoarthritis, optimized curcumin preparations have demonstrated clinical pain reduction and functional recovery comparable to standard therapeutic doses of NSAIDs. In a randomized, open-label parallel-arm study evaluating 139 patients with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis, subjects received either 500 mg of a bio-enhanced curcumin extract three times daily or 50 mg of diclofenac sodium twice daily for 28 consecutive days. Patients treated with curcumin demonstrated comparable improvements in pain intensity on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and functional scores on the Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) at days 14 and 28, showing no statistically significant difference in therapeutic efficacy compared to diclofenac.   

However, the systemic tolerability profiles between the treatments diverged markedly. Overall adverse events occurred in only 13% of the curcumin group compared to 38% of the diclofenac cohort. In the diclofenac arm, 28% of patients developed dyspeptic symptoms severe enough to require concurrent treatment with H2-receptor antagonists or proton pump inhibitors to prevent mucosal ulceration, whereas no patients in the curcumin cohort required gastroprotective intervention. Furthermore, the curcumin cohort experienced a significant reduction in flatulence and digestive discomfort, demonstrating beneficial gastric and intestinal cytoprotective effects.   

These safety observations are consistent across broader systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents inherently compromise gastrointestinal integrity by systematically depleting cytoprotective prostaglandins, leaving the gastric epithelium vulnerable to acid erosion and hemorrhage. In addition, systemic inhibition of renal and vascular COX enzymes by NSAIDs reduces renal perfusion and disrupts the balance between prostacyclin and thromboxane, elevating the risk of fluid retention, hypertension, and adverse cardiovascular thrombotic events. Curcumin does not suppress these physiological prostanoid pathways, making it free from ulcerogenic, nephrotoxic, and cardiotoxic properties at therapeutic dosages.   

A longstanding limitation of standard curcumin supplementation in clinical settings has been its low oral bioavailability. Native curcuminoids are highly lipophilic, poorly soluble in aqueous gastric fluids, and subject to rapid hepatic and intestinal phase II metabolism into inactive glucuronides and sulfates, leading to swift biliary and fecal excretion. Consequently, raw culinary turmeric powders struggle to achieve the therapeutic systemic circulating concentrations required to reach poorly vascularized joint and tendon compartments. Modern pharmacognosy has addressed this pharmacodynamic hurdle through advanced delivery formulations. Modern strategies - such as co-administration with the natural alkaloid piperine (which inhibits hepatic glucuronidation), micellar dispersions, phytosomal phospholipid complexes, and bio-enhanced submicron dispersions - elevate systemic blood bioavailability by ten- to thirty-fold compared to unformulated extracts. These modern delivery platforms ensure that therapeutic concentrations reach synovial fluid, subchondral bone, and fibrous tendon sheaths without requiring excessive oral dosing.   

Conclusions and Translational Clinical Implications

In contrast, curcumin provides a tissue-preserving alternative that decouples pain and inflammation control from cellular suppression. Operating upstream at the level of NF-kB and AP-1 transcriptional activation, curcumin attenuates the expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines while leaving the physiological baseline of cellular metabolism intact. In cartilage, it actively represses the matrix-degrading enzymes MMP-1, MMP-3, MMP-13, and ADAMTS5, maintains water-binding proteoglycan content, and protects chondrocytes from inflammatory apoptosis. In damaged tendons, curcumin stimulates tenogenic differentiation of local stem cells via PI3K/Akt signaling, supports the proper maturation of dense Type I collagen fibers, and prevents restrictive peritendinous scar adhesions, preserving both joint mobility and mechanical breaking strength.   

From a translational perspective, these findings indicate that clinical protocols should reconsider relying on continuous NSAIDs as the default intervention for connective tissue injuries, post-surgical recovery, and chronic degenerative conditions. Where synthetic NSAIDs are deemed necessary, their use should be confined to short-term acute flare-ups to avoid interrupting early tissue remodeling. For long-term joint preservation, ongoing tendinopathy rehabilitation, and chronic osteoarthritis management, optimized bio-enhanced curcumin formulations deliver pain relief and functional restoration comparable to conventional pharmaceuticals, all while preserving the biological processes required for lasting musculoskeletal repair.   

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Date: September 10, 2026 10:57 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The Ultimate Guide to Cellular Longevity: NAD+, Methylation, and Senolytics

Introduction: Understanding Cellular Aging and Energy Decline

Cellular aging is characterized by interconnected biological disruptions known as the hallmarks of aging. These encompass genomic instability, epigenetic alterations, mitochondrial decay, loss of proteostasis, and cellular senescence. Rather than operating as isolated occurrences, these phenomena establish a self-reinforcing degenerative cycle: declining cellular power generation impairs enzymatic genetic repair, promoting the accumulation of damaged cells that enter irreversible growth arrest and poison surrounding healthy tissues. Mitigating cellular aging requires examining how microscopic bioenergetic pathways deteriorate and evaluating how targeted nutritional and biochemical interventions can restore cellular homeostasis.

The Role of Mitochondria and ATP Production

A youthful cell functions like an efficient municipal power grid, dynamically matching energetic demands with immediate ATP output. However, as biological aging progresses, mitochondrial efficiency declines. The electron transport chain becomes structurally leaky, inadvertently shedding electrons that react with ambient molecular oxygen to produce reactive oxygen species (ROS). While regulated levels of ROS participate in vital intracellular signaling, chronic excess induces widespread oxidative stress.

Mitochondria are exceptionally vulnerable to this oxidative burden because they carry their own circular genetic material, known as mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA). Unlike nuclear DNA, mtDNA lacks the protective shielding of histone proteins and possesses rudimentary repair systems. As a result, mtDNA sustains cumulative oxidative damage, encoding increasingly defective electron transport chain proteins. This dynamic generates a bioenergetic deficit: degraded mitochondria synthesize progressively less ATP while emitting greater volumes of damaging free radicals. Deprived of optimal ATP reserves, cells lack the energy necessary to drive vital enzymatic repair cascades, accelerating structural degeneration and functional exhaustion.

How Cellular Senescence Accelerates the Aging Process

Senescent cells, colloquially known as "zombie cells," enter a state of permanent growth arrest while actively resisting programmed cell death (apoptosis). Over time, these cells accumulate within adipose depots, skeletal muscle, the vascular endothelium, and major organs, largely because immune surveillance and clearance pathways simultaneously lose functional efficiency.

The systemic danger of senescent cells stems from their secretome. Rather than remaining biologically inert, senescent cells develop a hyperactive secretory state termed the Senescence-Associated Secretory Phenotype (SASP). The SASP is a destructive mixture of pro-inflammatory cytokines, chemokines, extracellular matrix-degrading matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), and reactive oxygen species.

Through this toxic secretome, even a small burden of senescent cells can impair whole-tissue architecture. SASP factors degrade surrounding structural proteins, induce insulin resistance in neighboring metabolic cells, and biochemically force adjacent healthy cells into secondary senescence. This persistent paracrine signaling fuels chronic, sterile, low-grade systemic inflammation, termed "inflammaging," which accelerates systemic tissue degeneration and elevates susceptibility to degenerative age-related pathologies.

Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) and the NAD+ Salvage Pathway

The Biochemistry of NAD+ Depletion Over Time

The primary enzymatic driver of age-related NAD+ destruction is CD38, a membrane-bound glycohydrolase expressed on immune cells that is upregulated in response to chronic SASP exposure. Concurrently, lifelong genotoxic damage causes persistent activation of Poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase 1 (PARP-1), an enzyme that cleaves the glycosidic bonds of NAD+ to assemble branched poly(ADP-ribose) chains at DNA lesion sites. Because PARP-1 consumes NAD+ without directly recycling the molecule, chronic DNA damage depletes intracellular NAD+ pools, impairing bioenergetics and limiting sirtuin activity.

How NR Efficiently Boosts Cellular NAD+ Levels

The salvage pathway recycles the breakdown product nicotinamide (NAM), which is released whenever NAD+-consuming enzymes execute their functions. Under normal conditions, cells convert free nicotinamide into nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) via the rate-limiting enzyme nicotinamide phosphoribosyltransferase (NAMPT), after which NMN adenylyltransferases (NMNAT1–3) complete the conversion into NAD+. However, NAMPT expression declines with advancing age, chronic inflammation, and metabolic stress, limiting the recycling capacity of the cell.

Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) is a naturally occurring pyridine nucleoside that bypasses this enzymatic bottleneck. Upon cellular entry via equilibrative nucleoside transporters, NR is directly phosphorylated into NMN by nicotinamide riboside kinases (NRK1 and NRK2) using a single molecule of ATP. Because the NRK pathway remains intact and robust across the lifespan, NR provides an efficient alternative entry point into the NAD+ salvage cascade.

Clinical evaluations in humans confirm the safety, bioavailability, and pharmacokinetics of oral NR supplementation. Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials reveal that oral NR chloride produces dose-dependent increases in steady-state whole blood NAD+ concentrations. Dosing regimens of 100 mg, 300 mg, and 1,000 mg daily elevate blood NAD+ levels by approximately 22%, 51%, and up to 142%, respectively, within two weeks of administration, maintaining these elevations throughout continuous use. High-resolution metabolomic analyses also demonstrate parallel elevations in nicotinic acid adenine dinucleotide (NAAD), establishing it as a reliable biomarker of active intracellular NAD+ synthesis without hepatic or systemic toxicity.

Sirtuin Activation and DNA Repair Mechanisms

In the nucleus, SIRT1 coordinates defense against cellular decline. When activated by restored NAD+ levels, SIRT1 deacetylates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma coactivator 1-alpha (PGC-1a), the master transcriptional coactivator of mitochondrial biogenesis. This deacetylation stimulates mitochondrial replication and assembly, expanding functional respiratory capacity. Concurrently, SIRT1 deacetylates the p65 subunit of nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-kB), suppressing the transcription of pro-inflammatory cytokines. In the mitochondria, SIRT3 utilizes NAD+ to deacetylate metabolic enzymes and superoxide dismutase 2 (SOD2), enhancing the organelle's capacity to neutralize reactive oxygen species.

At the same time, cellular NAD+ levels directly regulate genomic integrity through PARP-1. When genotoxic stress or oxidative damage induces single- or double-strand DNA breaks, PARP-1 binds to the damaged termini using its zinc-finger domains. Bound PARP-1 hydrolyzes NAD+ to synthesize extensive, negatively charged poly(ADP-ribose) polymers on itself and adjacent histones. This modification relaxes chromatin architecture and establishes an electrostatic scaffold that recruits base excision repair and homologous recombination complexes.

Recent discoveries demonstrate close crosstalk between sirtuins and PARP-1 during DNA repair. PARP-1 recruits SIRT1 to double-strand breaks, where SIRT1 deacetylates the chromatin-remodeling ATPase BRG1 to displace nucleosomes and facilitate homologous recombination. However, because PARP-1 and SIRT1 draw from the same intracellular NAD+ pool, severe NAD+ depletion forces a biological compromise: PARP-1 consumes the scarce remaining cofactor to address DNA damage, leaving sirtuins deactivated. Restoring NAD+ via NR prevents this deficit, enabling concurrent genomic repair and sirtuin-mediated metabolic defense.

Quercetin: A Powerful Senolytic and mTOR Regulator

Clearing Senescent "Zombie" Cells from Tissues

Quercetin is a polyphenolic flavonoid found in capers, red onions, apples, and the flower buds of Sophora japonica. Beyond its classical antioxidant properties, quercetin functions as a senolytic compound that exerts multi-target inhibitory effects across the SCAP network. By inhibiting the upstream PI3K/Akt survival axis and downregulating anti-apoptotic defenses, quercetin disrupts the signaling that protects senescent cells from intrinsic apoptosis. Deprived of these survival signals, senescent cells undergo programmed cell death.

Preclinical studies demonstrate that senolytic protocols utilizing quercetin - often combined with the tyrosine kinase inhibitor dasatinib - reduce senescent cell burden across multiple tissues. This targeted clearance lowers circulating SASP factors, attenuates tissue fibrosis, restores endothelial reactivity, and improves functional health span. By removing senescent cells, quercetin mitigates the primary driver of chronic, low-grade inflammaging.

Modulating the mTOR Pathway for Optimal Autophagy

Autophagy is an intracellular degradation system that packages damaged organelles, misfolded protein aggregates, and biological debris into double-membraned autophagosomes for lysosomal degradation and recycling. A specialized branch of this pathway, mitophagy, selectively targets and clears damaged mitochondria. In modern metabolic conditions characterized by continuous caloric intake, mTORC1 can remain persistently active. This persistent signaling suppresses autophagy, causing damaged organelles and toxic aggregates to accumulate within tissues.

Quercetin functions as a natural modulator of mTOR signaling. By inhibiting upstream PI3K/Akt signaling and activating intracellular energy sensors, quercetin attenuates overactive mTORC1, mimicking the metabolic effects of caloric restriction. This down-regulation relieves inhibition on the ULK1 autophagy initiation complex, stimulating both general autophagy and mitophagy. As autophagy proceeds, cells clear protein aggregates and eliminate damaged mitochondria, supporting cellular longevity and proteostasis.

Enhancing Absorption: Phytosomes and Dietary Fats

To address these pharmacokinetic limitations, advanced delivery systems such as phytosomes were engineered. A phytosome is a 100% food-grade molecular complex where individual polyphenolic molecules are bound to dietary phospholipids, typically sunflower-derived phosphatidylcholine. Unlike a classical liposome - which encapsulates water-soluble compounds inside an aqueous core enclosed by a lipid bilayer - a phytosome forms an amphiphilic complex at the molecular level.

The polar head of the phosphatidylcholine molecule forms hydrogen bonds with the hydroxyl groups of the quercetin molecule, while its lipophilic fatty acid tails extend outward. This structural arrangement shields the polar regions of the flavonoid, creating a lipid-compatible complex that integrates smoothly into the intestinal mucosa.

The Importance of Methylation in Healthy Aging

Vitamin B-Complex and Choline as Essential Methyl Donors

At the center of this pathway sits S-adenosylmethionine (SAM), the universal methyl donor in human biology. When a methyltransferase enzyme transfers a methyl group from SAM to an acceptor molecule, SAM is converted into S-adenosylhomocysteine (SAH). SAH functions as a potent competitive inhibitor of intracellular methyltransferases. To maintain functional methylation, SAH is rapidly hydrolyzed into homocysteine, a sulfur-containing amino acid that must be remethylated or cleared through transsulfuration.

Homocysteine clearance proceeds through two distinct remethylation pathways. The primary route operates across most tissues via the enzyme methionine synthase, which requires vitamin B12 in its active methylcobalamin form. Methionine synthase transfers a methyl group from 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF, the active form of folate) to homocysteine, regenerating methionine. The ongoing production of 5-MTHF depends on the enzyme methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR), which utilizes riboflavin (vitamin B2) as a cofactor.

Alternatively, excess homocysteine can be routed into the transsulfuration pathway by vitamin B6 (as pyridoxal-5'-phosphate) to synthesize cystathionine, cysteine, and ultimately the antioxidant glutathione.

A secondary remethylation pathway, active predominantly in hepatic and renal tissues, bypasses folate entirely. In this route, dietary choline is oxidized to betaine (trimethylglycine or TMG). The enzyme betaine-homocysteine S-methyltransferase (BHMT) then transfers a methyl group from betaine directly to homocysteine, yielding methionine and dimethylglycine.

When dietary intake of active B-vitamins or choline is insufficient, or when genetic variations like MTHFR polymorphisms reduce pathway flux, the methylation cycle slows. Homocysteine accumulates in circulation, promoting vascular and neurological inflammation, while SAM reserves decline, restricting cellular methylation capacity.

Understanding DNA Methylation and Epigenetic Health

Under physiological conditions, DNA methylation maintains genomic stability and coordinates transcription. Methylation of promoter regions condenses chromatin, repressing transposable elements and silencing genes inappropriate for a given cell type. Conversely, hypomethylated promoters maintain an open chromatin state, allowing transcription factors to bind and initiate gene expression.

During biological aging, this epigenetic landscape undergoes progressive dysregulation, a phenomenon termed "epigenetic drift". Aging cells experience global hypomethylation alongside focal hypermethylation of specific gene promoters. Global loss of methyl tags destabilizes the genome, activating retrotransposons and pro-inflammatory pathways. Simultaneously, hypermethylation at targeted promoter sites silences critical tumor suppressor genes and DNA repair complexes.

This systematic change in DNA methylation patterns is consistent across populations, allowing researchers to develop molecular "epigenetic clocks". Algorithms such as the Horvath clock, PhenoAge, and GrimAge quantify biological age by profiling the methylation status of specific CpG sites across the genome. These clocks assess whether individuals are aging faster or slower than their chronological years. Ensuring a steady supply of methyl donors and preventing unnecessary SAM depletion supports DNMT activity, maintaining epigenetic patterns and genomic stability.

How the Methylation Cycle Impacts Energy and Cognitive Focus

A major consumer of methyl reserves is the endogenous synthesis of creatine. Approximately 40% of all SAM-derived methyl groups in the human body are utilized by guanidinoacetate N-methyltransferase (GAMT) in the liver to synthesize creatine. Creatine then translocates to the brain and skeletal muscle, where it is phosphorylated into phosphocreatine.

Phosphocreatine functions as a rapid energy buffer, donating a high-energy phosphate group to regenerate ADP into ATP in milliseconds during demanding physical or cognitive tasks. When methyl donor availability falls, endogenous creatine synthesis drops, depleting phosphocreatine reserves and increasing susceptibility to neuromuscular and cognitive fatigue.

Methylation is equally central to central nervous system architecture. SAM provides methyl groups to convert phosphatidylethanolamine into phosphatidylcholine, the predominant phospholipid comprising neuronal cell membranes and the myelin sheaths that insulate axons. Intact myelin preserves rapid action potential conduction throughout the nervous system.

Furthermore, free choline derived from this pathway is the direct precursor to acetylcholine, the neurotransmitter required for attention, working memory, and learning.

The methylation cycle also governs monoamine neurotransmitter metabolism. SAM is required for the synthesis of adrenaline (epinephrine) from noradrenaline, while catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) relies on SAM to degrade dopamine and norepinephrine within the prefrontal cortex. Sluggish methylation disrupts this balance, contributing to cognitive fatigue, mood variability, and impaired mental performance.

Building a Comprehensive Longevity Protocol

Synergizing NR, Quercetin, and Methylated B-Vitamins

This synergy is grounded in the direct biochemical intersection between the NAD+ salvage pathway and the methylation cycle. When high-dose NR is supplemented to boost systemic NAD+, sirtuins and PARP enzymes consume the newly synthesized cofactor, generating substantial quantities of free nicotinamide (NAM). This intracellular nicotinamide faces two primary metabolic fates: it can be recycled back into NAD+ through the NAMPT-dependent salvage loop, or it can be cleared via methylation.

When the influx of nicotinamide exceeds salvage recycling capacity, the excess is cleared to avoid feedback inhibition of sirtuin enzymes. To accomplish this, the enzyme nicotinamide N-methyltransferase (NNMT) transfers a methyl group from SAM directly onto nicotinamide, forming 1-methylnicotinamide (1-MNA/MNAM), which is subsequently excreted in urine.

Prolonged, high-dose precursor administration without nutritional methyl support can elevate NNMT flux, depleting intracellular SAM reserves. As methyl groups are consumed clearing nicotinamide, the cellular SAM-to-SAH ratio falls, which can elevate circulating homocysteine and reduce methyl availability for DNA methylation and neurotransmitter synthesis.

Co-administering a fully methylated B-complex alongside choline or betaine addresses this potential bottleneck. Providing active methyl donors (such as 5-MTHF, methylcobalamin, and betaine) maintains the one-carbon donor pool. Even during increased NNMT activity, SAM pools remain stable, protecting DNA methylation fidelity and maintaining homocysteine within safe parameters.

Quercetin reinforces this protocol through complementary mechanisms. By clearing senescent cells and reducing SASP-mediated inflammation, quercetin downregulates CD38, the primary enzyme responsible for age-related NAD+ degradation. Suppressing CD38 prevents unnecessary breakdown of newly synthesized NAD+, enhancing the efficiency of NR supplementation.

Furthermore, while NR provides the NAD+ necessary to activate SIRT1-driven mitochondrial biogenesis, quercetin concurrently modulates mTORC1 to stimulate autophagy. This coordinated action ensures that newly generated mitochondria operate in an environment cleared of proteotoxic cellular debris.

The Crucial Role of Magnesium Glycinate and Zinc in Cellular Function

Magnesium serves as an obligatory cofactor in over 300 enzymatic reactions, primarily through its interaction with ATP. In biological systems, ATP exists predominantly as a chelate with a divalent magnesium ion, forming biologically active Mg2+ -ATP.

Every enzymatic reaction that synthesizes, transfers, or consumes cellular energy - including the enzymes of the NAD+ salvage pathway (NRK and NMNAT) and DNA polymerases - strictly requires Mg2+ -ATP as its substrate. Magnesium deficiency impairs these phosphorylation reactions, reducing the cellular utilization of NAD+ precursors.

Additionally, magnesium is an essential cofactor for the enzymes that activate dietary B-vitamins into their active forms. Supplying magnesium as magnesium glycinate provides high gastrointestinal bioavailability, minimal laxative effect, and yields glycine to support inhibitory neurotransmission and restful sleep.

Zinc serves as a vital structural component for more than 3,000 human transcription factors and enzymatic proteins. Its most prominent structural role in longevity occurs within zinc-finger motifs. These are specialized protein conformations stabilized by a zinc ion coordinated to cysteine and histidine residues.

The DNA damage sensor PARP-1 utilizes three zinc-finger domains to identify, track, and physically bind to single- and double-strand DNA breaks. Without adequate intracellular zinc, PARP-1 cannot properly assemble or dock onto damaged chromosomes, impairing DNA repair and increasing genomic instability.

Zinc is also an obligatory structural component of copper/zinc superoxide dismutase (Cu/Zn-SOD or SOD1), the primary cytosolic antioxidant enzyme that dismutates superoxide radicals into hydrogen peroxide, protecting mitochondrial membranes and nuclear DNA from premature senescence.

Integrating Prebiotics (like Acacia and Inulin) for Gut-Derived Longevity Markers

The gut epithelium consists of a single-cell monolayer sealed by tight junction proteins, including zonula occludens-1 (ZO-1), occludin, and claudins. When this physical barrier is disrupted by poor dietary fiber intake or dysbiosis, gut permeability increases.

This allows lipopolysaccharide (LPS), a component of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, to enter the portal and systemic circulation. The resulting "metabolic endotoxemia" activates Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) on immune cells, inducing NF-kB and systemic pro-inflammatory cytokine production. This persistent gut-derived inflammation exacerbates the SASP, accelerates tissue senescence, upregulates CD38, and drains systemic NAD+ reserves.

These short-chain fatty acids, particularly butyrate, exert direct protective effects on systemic longevity. Butyrate provides the primary metabolic fuel for colonic epithelial cells, supplying more than 70% of their baseline energy needs and supporting mitochondrial function within colonocytes.

Furthermore, SCFAs upregulate the expression of epithelial tight junction proteins (ZO-1, occludin, and claudin-1), restoring intestinal barrier integrity and preventing the translocation of inflammatory LPS into systemic circulation.

Systemically absorbed butyrate also functions as an endogenous histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor, suppressing pro-inflammatory gene expression and supporting regulatory T cell (T_reg) development. Reducing metabolic endotoxemia dampens systemic inflammation, protecting vascular function and preventing premature NAD+ depletion.

Conclusion: The Integrated Cellular Longevity Matrix

Quercetin Phytosome clears senescent cells and modulates mTORC1, stimulating autophagy while dampening the inflammatory SASP cascade that accelerates CD38-mediated NAD+ destruction.

Methylated B-vitamins, active folate, and choline replenish SAM reserves, balancing the methyl requirements of NNMT-mediated nicotinamide clearance, preserving epigenetic DNA methylation, and maintaining neurotransmitter production.

Magnesium glycinate and zinc provide the structural and catalytic foundation required for ATP utilization, B-vitamin activation, and PARP-1 zinc-finger DNA repair docking.

Finally, prebiotic fibers generate short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, reinforcing the intestinal barrier and preventing metabolic endotoxemia from fueling systemic inflammation.

By coordinating energy replenishment, cellular waste clearance, epigenetic maintenance, and the suppression of systemic inflammation, this unified approach directly addresses the underlying drivers of cellular aging to support long-term physiological vitality.

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Content Put together by Darrell Miller CEO of VitaNet LLC

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Date: September 09, 2026 05:22 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Unlocking Your Cellular Vitality: Understanding the Role of Mitochondria in Energy and Aging

Introduction: Understanding Cellular Aging and Energy Decline

Most people think aging is something that happens strictly on the outside - fine lines around the eyes, stiff joints, or gray hairs. In reality, aging begins at a microscopic scale inside your cells, the microscopic building blocks that make up every tissue, muscle, and organ in your body.

Every single day, your body relies on roughly 30 trillion cells working in unison. When your cells are young and resilient, they operate like a well-oiled machine: they repair minor damage instantly, clear away waste, and produce abundant energy. But over time, two fundamental biological shifts take place:

1. Your cellular power plants start slowing down, reducing the steady flow of energy your body needs to thrive.
2. Damaged cells refuse to recycle themselves, lingering behind and creating biological friction for healthy neighbors.

The Role of Mitochondria and ATP Production

Often called the "powerhouses" of the cell, mitochondria function like miniature power stations. A single cell can house hundreds or even thousands of them, especially energy-hungry cells like those in your heart, brain, and skeletal muscles.

The Body’s Energy Currency: What is ATP?

Think of ATP as your body’s universal energy currency:

• Every heartbeat "spends" ATP.
• Every thought, muscle contraction, and cellular repair job requires a steady supply of ATP coins.
• In the folds of the inner mitochondrial membrane (the cristae pictured above), microscopic protein motors called ATP synthase act like tiny hydroelectric turbines, churning out billions of ATP molecules every second.

Why Cellular Energy Production Declines with Age

Much like an engine produces exhaust fumes while burning fuel, mitochondria produce reactive byproducts known as free radicals (reactive oxygen species). Over decades, these "exhaust fumes" slowly damage the inner machinery of the mitochondria:

• Mitochondrial DNA Damage: Unlike other parts of the cell, mitochondria possess their own distinct DNA, which sits right next to where the oxidative "exhaust" is released. Because this DNA lacks the robust defense systems of your main cellular nucleus, it accumulates wear and tear faster.
• Leaky, Less Efficient Turbines: Damaged mitochondria struggle to produce ATP at full capacity. Instead of generating clean energy, they burn fuel inefficiently and generate even more oxidative stress.
• Reduced Mitochondrial Number: As damaged mitochondria break down faster than the cell can replace them, the total number of working power generators inside each cell drops.

How Cellular Senescence Accelerates the Aging Process

In a healthy body, normal cells follow a strict lifecycle: they divide, perform their jobs, and when they incur significant damage or reach the end of their useful lifespan, they undergo a tidy self-destruction process called apoptosis (programmed cell death). Your immune system then clears away the debris, making room for fresh, vibrant cells.

Cellular senescence happens when this cleanup process fails.

The "Zombie Cell" Phenomenon

The cell enters a permanent state of dormancy:

• It permanently stops dividing.
• Crucially, it refuses to die.

Why Zombie Cells Are So Damaging: The Bad Apple Effect

This cocktail is packed with pro-inflammatory cytokines, chemokines, and tissue-degrading enzymes. Picture one spoiled apple sitting in a fruit basket: the ethylene gas it emits quickly causes the healthy apples surrounding it to rot.

In the same way, the toxic secretions from zombie cells:

1. spread the Damage: They trigger inflammation and induce premature senescence in healthy neighboring cells.
2. Break Down Healthy Tissue: The enzymes degrade the extracellular matrix (the collagen and elastin scaffolds that keep skin firm and arteries flexible).
3. Exhaust the Immune System: Your immune cells are dispatched to manage the constant, low-grade alarm signals, gradually wearing out your natural defense network.

The Vicious Cycle of Cellular Aging

What This Means for Everyday Health

• Exercise Stimulates New Power Plants: High-intensity intervals and resistance training trigger a process called mitochondrial biogenesis - prompting your cells to build brand-new, clean-burning mitochondria.
• Fasting & Caloric Balance Trigger Autophagy: Periods between meals signal cells to clean house, breaking down dysfunctional proteins and clearing away debris.
• Targeted Micronutrients & Antioxidants: Supporting key cellular cofactors (such as NAD+, CoQ10, and polyphenols) helps shield mitochondrial membranes from oxidative strain and supports the body's natural cellular renewal pathways.

Summary:

Aging is fundamentally a microscopic process occurring inside the body's trillions of cells, which naturally become less resilient over time. Central to this decline are the mitochondria, the tiny structures that function as the cell's "power plants" to produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the universal chemical currency for everyday energy. While young mitochondria are abundant and pristine, decades of producing ATP generate oxidative stress through byproducts called free radicals, which eventually wear down and damage mitochondrial DNA and machinery. This damage results in fewer, less efficient power generators, lowering total cellular energy output, which individuals experience as real-world physical fatigue and mental fog.

Aging is further accelerated by cellular senescence, a condition where damaged cells stop dividing but, instead of naturally self-destructing like healthy ones, linger behind as dormant "zombie cells." These senescent cells secrete a pro-inflammatory chemical mixture known as the Senescence-Associated Secretory Phenotype (SASP), which functions like a "bad apple" by poisoning healthy neighboring cells and tissues, creating a state of chronic biological pollution termed "inflammaging." Mitochondrial decay and senescence feed into one another in a vicious cycle that directly drives overall aging. However, longevity science highlights that healthy lifestyle habits, including regular exercise and periods of fasting, can support continued vitality by encouraging the development of new mitochondria and the clearing of this toxic cellular clutter.

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Date: May 31, 2024 11:05 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The History of Stevia: From Ancient Sweet Leaf to Global Sweetener

The History of Stevia: From Ancient Sweet Leaf to Global Sweetener

Stevia, a natural sweetener that has become globally popular in recent years, boasts a rich history spanning centuries. This article delves into the origins and historical significance of stevia, shedding light on its traditional use by indigenous peoples and its evolution into a mainstream alternative to sugar.

The Origins of Stevia

Stevia, scientifically known as Stevia rebaudiana, originates from South America. This small, green plant is part of the Asteraceae family, which also includes daisies and sunflowers. The leaves of the stevia plant contain sweet compounds known as steviol glycosides, which are responsible for its sweetness.

Traditional Use by the Guaraní People

The historical journey of stevia begins with the Guaraní people of Paraguay and Brazil, who have used the plant for over 1,500 years. The Guaraní referred to stevia as "ka'a he'ê," which translates to "sweet herb." They traditionally used stevia leaves to sweeten beverages like yerba maté, a popular herbal tea, and to enhance the flavor of various traditional dishes.

Stevia wasn't just a sweetener for the Guaraní; it also held medicinal importance. The leaves were used to treat a variety of conditions, including burns, stomach issues, and as a general tonic. This dual use of stevia as both a sweetener and a medicinal plant highlights its invaluable role in indigenous culture.

Stevia's Journey to the Modern World

Rediscovery by European Explorers

The modern history of stevia began in the 16th century when European explorers first arrived in South America. Spanish botanist and physician Pedro Jaime Esteve (1500–1556) is often credited with the early European studies on stevia, although the plant was not widely documented until later.

Interest in stevia grew in the early 20th century when it was scientifically studied by Paraguayan chemist Ovidio Rebaudi. Rebaudi analyzed the sweet properties of stevia leaves and confirmed that they were much sweeter than sugar, which caught the attention of the scientific community.

Introduction to Asia and Beyond

In the 1970s, stevia began gaining traction in Japan as the country sought alternatives to artificial sweeteners. Japanese researchers developed methods for extracting and refining steviol glycosides from stevia leaves, making it possible to use stevia as a commercial sweetener. The success of stevia in Japan set the stage for its global acceptance.

Stevia in the Modern Health Movement

Health Benefits and Advantages

Stevia's rise in popularity can be attributed to its myriad of health benefits. Unlike sugar, stevia is calorie-free, making it an attractive option for those managing their weight. Additionally, stevia has a negligible effect on blood glucose levels, which is beneficial for individuals with diabetes or those monitoring their carbohydrate intake.

Moreover, steviol glycosides are stable at high temperatures, making stevia a versatile sweetener suitable for cooking and baking. This thermal stability, combined with its natural origin, has positioned stevia as a preferred option for health-conscious consumers.

Regulatory Approval and Global Adoption

The journey of stevia to becoming a global sweetener has involved rigorous scientific scrutiny and regulatory approval. In 2008, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted stevia the status of "Generally Recognized As Safe" (GRAS), which paved the way for its use in a wide range of food and beverage products.

Following the FDA's approval, other countries, including those in the European Union, Canada, and Australia, also approved the use of stevia in food and beverages. Today, stevia is found in everything from soft drinks to baked goods, reflecting its widespread acceptance and global reach.

Challenges and Future Prospects

Overcoming Obstacles

Despite its many advantages, the path to widespread adoption of stevia has not been without challenges. One of the initial hurdles was the aftertaste associated with some of the early stevia extracts. However, advances in extraction and formulation techniques have significantly improved the taste profile of stevia, making it more palatable for consumers.

Another challenge has been ensuring the sustainable cultivation of stevia. As demand grows, it is essential to implement agricultural practices that support environmental sustainability and fair labor conditions for farmers.

Research and Innovation

The future of stevia holds exciting possibilities as ongoing research continues to explore new applications and improvements. Scientists are currently investigating the potential of stevia extracts in providing health benefits beyond sweetness, such as their antioxidant properties and possible roles in managing certain health conditions.

Innovations in biotechnology are also paving the way for the development of new stevia varieties with enhanced sweetness and improved agronomic traits. These advancements could further solidify stevia's position as a key player in the global sweetener market.

In Summary

The history of stevia is a fascinating journey from the rainforests of South America to the shelves of supermarkets around the world. From its traditional use by the Guaraní people to its rediscovery by European explorers and subsequent global adoption, stevia has proven to be a remarkable sweetener with enduring significance. As the modern world continues to prioritize health and wellness, stevia's natural sweetness offers a much-needed alternative to sugar, promising a future where we can enjoy the sweetness of life without compromising our health.

Are You Ready to Make a Sweet Change?

If you've been searching for a healthier way to satisfy your sweet tooth, the journey of stevia offers a compelling reason to make the switch. With its rich history rooted in traditional use by the Guaraní people, and its scientifically-backed benefits recognized globally, stevia stands out as a truly remarkable sweetener. Free from calories and gentle on blood glucose levels, it's an excellent choice for both weight management and diabetes care. Plus, its versatility in cooking and baking means you won't have to compromise on your favorite recipes.

Join the growing number of health-conscious consumers who are choosing stevia for a naturally sweet life. Explore its various forms—from whole leaves to refined steviol glycosides—and incorporate this natural sweetener into your diet today. Embrace the future of sweetening and enjoy the benefits of stevia for yourself and your loved ones.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Stevia

What is stevia?

Stevia is a natural sweetener derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant, which is native to South America. It has been used for centuries by the Guaraní people and is known for being much sweeter than sugar while containing zero calories.

How is stevia used as a sweetener?

Stevia can be used in various forms, including whole leaves, powdered extracts, and liquid concentrates. It is commonly used to sweeten beverages, baked goods, and other foods. Thanks to its stability at high temperatures, stevia can also be used in cooking and baking.

Is stevia safe to consume?

Yes, stevia is considered safe for consumption. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted stevia the status of "Generally Recognized As Safe" (GRAS). It has also been approved for use in many other countries, including those in the European Union, Canada, and Australia.

Can stevia help with weight management?

Stevia can be an effective tool for weight management because it contains no calories. Replacing sugar with stevia in your diet can help reduce overall calorie intake, which may contribute to weight loss or maintenance.

Is stevia suitable for people with diabetes?

Stevia is suitable for people with diabetes as it has a negligible effect on blood glucose levels. This makes it a preferable alternative to sugar for those needing to monitor their carbohydrate intake. However, it is always best to consult with a healthcare provider before making any significant changes to your diet.

Does stevia have any side effects?

Stevia is generally well-tolerated and considered safe for most people. However, some individuals may experience mild side effects, such as digestive discomfort, when consuming large amounts. It is advisable to use stevia in moderation.

What does stevia taste like?

Stevia is known to be much sweeter than sugar, and its taste can vary depending on the form used and the specific product. Early versions of stevia extracts were noted for having a slight aftertaste, though modern formulations have significantly improved the taste profile.

How is stevia cultivated?

Stevia is typically grown in subtropical and tropical climates. Sustainable cultivation practices are essential as the demand for stevia increases. These practices include using environmentally friendly agricultural methods and ensuring fair labor conditions for farmers.

Are there any environmental benefits to using stevia?

Stevia has the potential to be more sustainable than traditional sugar crops. It requires less land and water to produce the same level of sweetness, which can reduce the environmental impact associated with sugar cultivation.

Can stevia be used in baking?

Yes, stevia can be used in baking due to its high-temperature stability. However, because it is much sweeter than sugar, recipes may need to be adjusted to account for its intensity. Many commercially available stevia sweeteners come with specific usage guidelines for cooking and baking.

Are there different types of stevia products?

Yes, stevia products come in various forms, including whole leaves, powdered extracts, and liquid concentrates. Some products are blended with other sweeteners or filler ingredients to better mimic the taste and texture of sugar.

How does stevia compare to artificial sweeteners?

Stevia is a natural sweetener, which sets it apart from many artificial sweeteners. It is derived from a plant and does not undergo extensive chemical processing. Many consumers prefer stevia because it is perceived as a more natural and healthier option.

What research is being done on stevia?

Ongoing research on stevia explores its potential health benefits beyond sweetness, such as its antioxidant properties and possible roles in managing certain health conditions. Innovations in biotechnology are also working to develop new stevia varieties with enhanced sweetness and other desirable traits.

Where can I buy stevia?

Stevia products are widely available at VitaNet LLC. Stevia can be found in the baking aisle or the section dedicated to natural and alternative sweeteners.

By understanding the benefits and uses of stevia, you can make an informed decision about incorporating this natural sweetener into your diet. With its rich history, proven health benefits, and versatility, stevia offers a compelling alternative to traditional sugar.

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Date: May 28, 2024 03:46 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Vitamin Deficiencies on the Rise: Addressing the Increasing Awareness of Micronutrient Deficiencies

Vitamin Deficiencies on the Rise: Addressing the Increasing Awareness of Micronutrient Deficiencies

In recent years, there's been a significant uptick in the awareness of vitamin and mineral deficiencies across global populations. Micronutrients, though required in minuscule amounts, play a critical role in bodily functions, from metabolism to immunity. Despite advancements in healthcare and education, many individuals are still unaware of their own nutritional gaps, with modern diets contributing significantly to these deficiencies.

Factors Contributing to Micronutrient Deficiencies

Modern Diet Trends

The rise in convenience foods, which are often calorie-dense but nutrient-poor, has significantly impacted nutritional intake. Fast foods, processed meals, and sugary snacks have become staples in many diets, particularly in urban settings. These foods are typically low in essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D, vitamin B12, iron, and magnesium. As people increasingly rely on these quick, palatable options, it often comes at the expense of nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains.

Lifestyle Changes

Another contributing factor to vitamin deficiencies is the shift in lifestyle patterns. Longer work hours, increased screen time, and reduced physical activity mean that individuals spend less time outdoors. This has a particularly detrimental effect on vitamin D levels, which are naturally synthesized when skin is exposed to sunlight. Furthermore, high-stress levels and poor sleep quality can deplete essential nutrients, exacerbating the issue.

Agricultural Practices

Changes in agricultural practices have also had an inadvertent impact on the micronutrient content of food. Soil depletion, the use of chemical fertilizers, and genetically modified crops can lead to lower levels of vitamins and minerals in produce. Consequently, even those who consume fruits and vegetables regularly might not be getting the expected nutrient benefits.

Fast Food and Nutrient Deficiencies

It is becoming increasingly clear that the widespread consumption of fast food plays a significant role in the rise of vitamin deficiencies. Fast food items are often designed to be highly palatable and energy-dense. However, they are typically laden with unhealthy fats, sugars, and sodium while lacking essential nutrients. Regularly consuming these foods can lead to an imbalance in diet, where the body might get ample calories but insufficient vitamins and minerals.

For instance, studies have shown that diets high in fast food are linked to lower intakes of vitamins A and C, dietary fiber, calcium, and iron. These deficiencies can trigger a range of health issues, from diminished immune function and poor bone health to increased susceptibility to chronic diseases.

Addressing the Issue: Food-Based Multivitamins

To counteract these dietary deficiencies, many nutrition experts recommend incorporating a food-based multivitamin into daily routines. Unlike synthetic supplements, food-based multivitamins are derived from whole foods and contain a spectrum of vitamins and minerals in their natural forms, which can be more readily absorbed and utilized by the body.

Benefits of Food-Based Multivitamins

1. Enhanced Absorption: Nutrients from whole foods are often better recognized and absorbed by the body.
2. Balanced Nutrient Profile: These multivitamins often include a mix of micronutrients that work synergistically to support overall health.
3. Digestive Support: Many food-based multivitamins contain digestive enzymes and probiotics to support gut health.
4. Fewer Side Effects: Because they are closer to their natural state, food-based supplements typically cause fewer gastrointestinal issues compared to synthetic vitamins.

Selecting a High-Quality Multivitamin

When choosing a food-based multivitamin, look for products that:

• Use organic, non-GMO ingredients.
• Have minimal additives and fillers.
• Are transparently sourced.
• Include a diverse array of vitamins and minerals.
• Kal Enhanced Energy Food based Multiple is Recommended.

In Summary:

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Date: September 14, 2022 01:52 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The Many Benefits of Black Cohosh Root

Black Cohosh Root is a plant that has been historically used by Native American women. Current scientific research shows that Black Cohosh Root may help support a healthy response to the natural changes occurring during menopause.* NOW® Black Cohosh Root also includes Licorice Root and Dong Quai, which have enjoyed widespread popularity in Asia for centuries, especially among middle aged women. In this blog post, we'll explore the many benefits of Black Cohosh Root and how it can help support your health during menopause.

Historical Use of Black Cohosh Root among Native American Women

Black Cohosh Root has been used by Native American women for centuries. In fact, it is sometimes referred to as "the female herb" due to its long history of use for supporting female health. Traditional uses of Black Cohosh Root include easing the discomforts associated with menstruation and menopause, such as hot flashes and night sweats.*

Current Scientific Research on Black Cohosh Root

Recent scientific research has shown that Black Cohosh Root may help support a healthy response to the natural changes occurring during menopause.* This is likely due in part to the plant's ability to mimic the effects of certain hormones in the body. Additionally, Black Cohosh Root is a rich source of phytoestrogens, which are plant-based compounds that may help offset some of the decline in estrogen levels that occurs during menopause. Studies have shown that taking Black Cohosh Root regularly can help reduce hot flashes and night sweats by up to 50%!*

The Many Benefits of Black Cohosh Root

In addition to its historical use among Native American women and current scientific research showing its efficacy for supporting menopausal health, there are many other benefits of taking Black Cohosh Root. For example, Black Cohosh Root has also been traditionally used for relieving anxiety, nervousness, and tension.* Additionally, animal studies have shown that extracts of Black Cohosh Root may help support healthy cholesterol levels already within the normal range.* If you're looking for an all-natural way to support your health during menopause, black cohosh root may be right for you!

If you're looking for an all-natural way to support your health during menopause, black cohosh root may be right for you! With a long history of use among Native American women and current scientific research showing its efficacy for supporting menopausal health, there are many reasons to give black cohosh root a try. Talk to your healthcare provider today about whether black cohosh root is right for you.

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Date: June 23, 2022 01:46 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How to Treat Myocarditis Naturally: Anti-inflammatory Supplements and Herbs for a Strong Heart

Myocarditis is a condition that affects the heart muscle. It can be caused by a variety of things, including infection, autoimmune diseases, and even certain medications. Left untreated, myocarditis can lead to heart failure or even death. Thankfully, there are many natural ways to treat this condition. We will discuss the anti-inflammatory supplements and herbs that can help strengthen your heart and improve your health!

What is myocarditis and what are the symptoms?

Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle. The condition can be caused by a viral infection, autoimmune disease, or exposure to certain drugs or toxins. Symptoms of myocarditis include chest pain, shortness of breath, and irregular and/or rapid heartbeat. In severe cases, myocarditis can lead to heart failure. Treatment for myocarditis typically involves rest and limiting physical activity. In some cases, medication may also be necessary to reduce inflammation and prevent complications.

How can anti-inflammatory supplements and herbs help treat myocarditis naturally?

Herbs and supplements that have anti-inflammatory properties can be helpful in treating myocarditis, according to recent studies. Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle, and can be caused by a viral infection, autoimmune disease, or exposure to toxins. The condition can lead to arrhythmias, congestive heart failure, and even death. While there is no cure for myocarditis, treatment focuses on reducing inflammation and preventing further damage to the heart. Several herbs and supplements have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties, including turmeric, ginger, and omega-3 fatty acids. In addition, these natural remedies are generally well-tolerated and have few side effects. As a result, they may offer a safe and effective way to manage myocarditis.

What are some of the best supplements and herbs for treating myocarditis naturally?

Treatment for myocarditis typically focuses on relieving symptoms and supporting the heart. However, there are also a number of supplements and herbs that can be beneficial for treating myocarditis naturally. Turmeric is a potent anti-inflammatory agent that has been shown to be effective in treating myocarditis. CBD is another compound with anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce inflammation in the heart. Omega-3 fatty acids are also beneficial for reducing inflammation and supporting heart health. Hawthorne berry is a herb traditionally used for the treatment of heart conditions. It helps to improve circulation and reduce strain on the heart. D-ribose is a sugar molecule that is essential for energy production in the cell. It helps to support the metabolism and can be beneficial for those with myocarditis. CoQ10 is an antioxidant that helps to protect the heart from damage caused by free radicals. CoQ10 is also involved in the krebs cycle the energy cycle of each cell. Supplements can be helpful for treating myocarditis naturally.

How can I incorporate these supplements and herbs into my treatment plan for myocarditis?

Treatment typically involves a combination of medications, rest, and lifestyle changes. Some people also find that supplements and herbs can help to relieve symptoms and promote healing. Turmeric, CBD, omega-3 fatty acids, hawthorne berry, D-ribose, and CoQ10 are all thought to be beneficial for people with myocarditis. Speak with your doctor before taking any supplements, as some can interact with medications you may be taking for your condition. However, when used correctly, these supplements and herbs can be helpful in managing myocarditis.

Are there any risks associated with using these supplements and herbs to treat myocarditis naturally?

There are a few potential risks associated with using natural supplements to treat myocarditis. Some of these supplements, such as turmeric and omega-3 fatty acids, may thin the blood. As a result, people who are taking blood thinners should have their blood levels monitored regularly. Additionally, Hawthorne berry may lower blood pressure, so people with low blood pressure should use it with caution if on medication. Finally, while CoQ10 is generally considered safe, it can cause upset stomach in some people, always take supplements with food.

How can I ensure that I am getting the most benefit from these supplements and herbs in order to improve my heart health?

Always start out with the recommended dosage for a week, then slowly increase each as needed. Make sure you spread out the consumption of supplements over the entire day to help reduce inflammation all day and night long. For example, supplements can be taken at breakfast, lunch, dinner and bedtime. Taking supplements spread out through the day ensure you get the therapeutic benefits all day long.

Using natural supplements and herbs to treat myocarditis can be a beneficial way to manage the condition. These supplements can help to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and protect the heart from damage. When used correctly, they can be an effective part of a treatment plan for myocarditis. However, it is important to speak with your doctor before starting any new supplement regimen. It is also important to start out slowly when taking these supplements and increase dosage gradually to ensure you get the most benefit. Taking supplements throughout the day can help ensure that you receive their therapeutic benefits all day long.

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Date: May 07, 2022 09:33 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Are We Headed Towards a Food Shortage in America? : Essential Vitamins, Minerals, and Protein Powders to Maintain Good Health

It's no secret that food prices are on the rise. What may come as a surprise to some, is that we could be headed towards a food shortage in America. There are many factors that play into this, including drought, pests, and disease. The bottom line is that if you want to be prepared for the worst, you need to have a stockpile of essential vitamins, minerals, and protein powders. We will discuss why it is so important to have these supplements, and how they can help you maintain good health even in times of crisis!

What is a food shortage, and why are we headed towards one in America?

A food shortage is a period of time where there is not enough food to meet the demand of the people within a certain region. This can be caused by a number of factors, including natural disasters, war, and economic downturns. In America, we are currently facing a perfect storm of conditions that could lead to widespread food shortages in the coming years. Climate change is resulting in more extreme weather patterns that damage crops, while at the same time, the population is continuing to grow. In addition, many Americans are struggling with financial instability, which makes it difficult to afford healthy food. As a result, we are heading towards a time where there may not be enough food to go around. It is important for everyone to be aware of this issue and take steps to reduce their impact on the problem. One way to do this is to reduce food waste, which will help to stretch our limited resources further. We can also support local farmers and producers who are working hard to ensure that everyone has enough to eat. By taking action now, we can help to prevent a future food shortage from becoming a reality.

The importance of having essential vitamins, minerals, and protein powders

It is essential for the body to have vitamins, minerals, and protein to survive. The body needs these essential nutrients to function properly. Vitamins help the body to produce energy, regulate metabolism, and maintain healthy tissues. Minerals are needed for the proper development and function of the skeletal system and muscles. Protein powders provide the building blocks for the growth and repair of tissues. Without these essential nutrients, the body would not be able to perform its basic functions. As a result, it is essential that people get enough of these nutrients through their diet or supplements.

The benefits of taking supplements during a food shortage

One of the most common questions people ask during a food shortage is whether or not they should take supplements. While there are benefits to taking supplements, it's important to understand that they should never be used as a replacement for real food. Instead, supplements should be viewed as a way to fill in the gaps when you're not getting all the nutrients you need from your diet. For example, if you're not getting enough vitamin C from the fruits and vegetables you're eating, taking a supplement can help ensure that your body gets the Vitamin C it needs. While supplements can't take the place of a healthy diet, they can be a helpful way to make sure you're getting all the nutrients your body needs during a food shortage.

How to store your supplements for long-term use

Supplements are an important part of many people's health regimens. If you want to make sure your supplements last as long as possible, there are a few things you need to do. First, always store your supplements in a cool, dry place. Heat and humidity can cause vitamins and minerals to break down, so avoid storing them in the bathroom or kitchen. Second, keep them out of direct sunlight. Ultraviolet light can also degrade vitamins and minerals, so it's best to keep supplements in a dark closet or cabinet. Finally, make sure the bottles are tightly sealed. Exposure to air can cause supplements to lose their potency, so it's important to keep them well-protected. Supplements generally have expiration dates of 2 - 3 years out, and are still good beyond the best used by date on the bottom of the bottles.

FAQs about food shortages and supplements

Q: What are the causes of food shortages?

A: Food shortages can be caused by a variety of factors, including natural disasters, war, economic instability, war and climate change.

Q: What are the effects of food shortages?

A: The effects of food shortages can be devastating. People may go hungry or face malnutrition, which can lead to health problems and death. Children are often the most affected by food shortages, as they need adequate nutrition to grow and develop properly. Families may also lose their livelihoods if they can't afford to buy food, which can result in poverty and homelessness

Q: What can I do to prevent a food shortage?

A: There are a number of things people can do to prevent a food shortage. Some of the most important include:

• Eating a balanced diet
• Becoming more self-sufficient by growing your own food or raising your own livestock
• Conserving food by using leftovers, buying in bulk, and freezing food
• Donating food to local food banks or pantries

Q: What should I do if there is a food shortage?

A: If there is a food shortage, the best thing to do is to stay calm and ration the food you have. Try to eat a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein. Don't forget to include essential vitamins and minerals in your diet. You can also try growing your own food or raising your own livestock, If you have to. Store up Food if you see empty shelves at the grocery store.

Q: Are supplements necessary during a food shortage?

A: While supplements can't take the place of a healthy diet, they can be a helpful way to make sure you're getting all the nutrients your body needs during a food shortage.

Q: How can I store my supplements for long-term use?

A: There are a few things you need to do to keep your supplements safe and effective for long-term use. First, always store them in a cool, dry place. Heat and humidity can cause vitamins and minerals to break down, so avoid storing them in the bathroom or kitchen. Second, keep them out of direct sunlight. Ultraviolet light can also degrade vitamins and minerals, so it's best to keep supplements in a dark closet or cabinet. Finally, make sure the bottles are tightly sealed. Exposure to air can cause supplements to lose their potency, so it's important to keep them well-protected. Supplements generally have expiration dates of two to three years out, and are still good beyond the expiration date.

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Date: April 30, 2022 10:02 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Reduce Inflammation Through Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid

Do you suffer from inflammation? If so, you're not alone. Inflammation is a common problem that many people deal with on a daily basis. It can cause pain and discomfort in the body, and it can make everyday activities difficult to perform. Luckily, there are ways to reduce inflammation through diet. We will discuss the foods that you should eat and avoid if you want to reduce inflammation. We will also provide some helpful tips for getting started!

How can you reduce inflammation through diet?

There are many ways to reduce inflammation through diet, but perhaps the most important is cutting out processed foods and sugar. These foods contain inflammatory compounds known as advanced glycation end products (AGEs), which can aggravate existing inflammation or cause it to develop in the first place. In addition, studies have shown that eating a diet rich in vegetables and lean proteins can help to lower levels of inflammation throughout the body. Choosing whole grains, fruits, and healthy fats like olive oil is also a good way to support a body that is fighting against inflammation. In short, adopting a diet low in sugar and processed foods and high in fruits, vegetables, and lean protein can go a long way toward reducing inflammation both now and in the long term.

Supplements to take to reduce inflammation?

Inflammation is a natural and necessary part of our immune response, but if it becomes chronic or extreme, it can cause issues for our overall health. There are many different supplements that have been shown to be effective in reducing inflammation and promoting overall good health, including omega-3 fatty acids, Boswellia, pumpkin seeds, and turmeric. These nutrients work by interfering with the production of inflammatory hormones and enzymes, changing the chemical balance within our bodies and helping to reduce swelling and discomfort. Whether taken as a capsule or added to your diet through food sources like fish oil or ginger tea, these supplements can be an excellent way to boost your system's ability to fight inflammation. So if you're looking for ways to reduce inflammation and improve your overall well-being, consider adding these key nutrients to your daily routine.

The most effective anti-inflammatory supplements, Fish oil, Curcumin, and Boswellia!

While there are a number of different anti-inflammatory supplements on the market, some have proven to be more effective than others when it comes to reducing inflammation in the body. Perhaps the most commonly recommended supplement for this purpose is fish oil, which is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, a type of polyunsaturated fat that has been shown to be especially effective in reducing inflammation. Another popular anti-inflammatory supplement is curcumin, which gives turmeric its signature yellow color and is thought to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, another powerful anti-inflammatory agent is derived from the resin of Boswellia trees called Boswellia extract. All of these compounds have been shown to reduce inflammation in various scientific studies and can therefore be considered among the most effective anti- inflammatory supplements available today.

Tips for getting started on a anti-inflammatory diet?

When trying to get started on an anti-inflammatory diet, there are a few key strategies that can help make the process more successful. First, it is important to stock your pantry and fridge with plenty of healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, nuts, seeds, and reduce refined sugar intake as much as possible. These nutrient-dense foods are packed with essential vitamins and minerals that help to reduce inflammation and promote overall health.

Another key strategy to keep in mind when starting an anti-inflammatory diet is the use of supplements such as curcumin and CBD. These powerful compounds are believed to have anti-inflammatory effects in the body, helping to curb inflammation at its source vs. simply masking symptoms with painkillers or steroids. You can incorporate these supplements into your diet by taking them as pills or liquids or by incorporating them into your cooking through recipes like curried chicken or infused coconut oil tinctures.

The latest for calmness, relaxation, and to fight inflammation is CBD

CBD, or cannabidiol, has become increasingly popular in recent years as a natural solution for relieving stress, promoting relaxation, and managing inflammation in the body. Unlike THC, which is the psychoactive compound found in cannabis, CBD does not produce any high or altered state of consciousness. Instead, its many benefits are achieved through interactions with various receptors throughout the body, modulating mood and regulating pain response. As more and more people turn to CBD to achieve a sense of calm and well-being without depending on traditional pharmaceuticals, this powerful compound continues to gain widespread attention as a promising treatment option for everyday health issues. So if you're looking for a natural way to feel more mellow and at peace with yourself and your environment, consider giving CBD a try! With proven effects on everything from chronic pain management to improved sleep quality, this powerful all-natural remedy has something to offer everyone. Whether you're ready to give CBD a try for yourself or just curious about its many potential benefits, there's never been a better time than now to learn more about this exciting new approach to health and wellness.

Inflammation is one of the most common health concerns today, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. While diet and lifestyle can be major contributing factors like white sugar, there are also a number of dietary supplements that can help to reduce inflammation in the body. Curcumin, fish oil, and CBD are some of the most popular supplements for managing inflammation. These substances work by targeting key pathways involved in inflammatory responses, helping to prevent or reduce swelling and pain. They can be taken on their own or combined with other anti-inflammatory compounds for maximum effectiveness. Ultimately, whether you are trying to manage chronic illness or simply boost your overall health, using supplements such as curcumin, fish oil, and cbd can be a great way to go about it. So if you're looking for more tools to manage inflammation in your diet, these are certainly worth trying out.

Whatever methods you choose, remember that making small changes over time will be much more effective than trying to overhaul your lifestyle all at once. With a little patience and persistence, you can start down the path toward better health today! Let dietary supplements assist you in your goal to reduce inflammation each day for a life time!

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Date: April 23, 2022 11:49 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: A Vitamin Supplement Regime Can Mitigate Risk of Developing Pancreatic Cancer

Did you know that pancreatic cancer is the 4th leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States? It's a terrible disease, and unfortunately, it is often diagnosed too late for effective treatment. But what if there was something you could do to reduce your risk of developing pancreatic cancer? Believe it or not, there may be! A recent Chinese study has shown a clear correlation between higher intake of vitamins and lower risk of pancreatic cancer. The researchers believe that the vitamins induce apoptosis in cancer cells, thus preventing them from growing and spreading. So if you're looking for ways to improve your health, start by adding some vitamins to your diet!

What is pancreatic cancer?

Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the pancreas. The pancreas is a gland located in the abdomen behind the stomach. It produces enzymes that help with digestion and hormones that help regulate blood sugar levels. Pancreatic cancer usually starts in the cells that line the ducts of the pancreas. These cells are called pancreatic adenocarcinoma cells. Less commonly, pancreatic cancer can start in the hormone-producing cells or the enzyme-producing cells of the pancreas. Pancreatic cancer is a rare form of cancer, but it is one of the most deadly. The American Cancer Society estimates that approximately 56,770 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2018 and that approximately 45,750 people will die from the disease. There are several risk factors for pancreatic cancer, including smoking, obesity, diabetes, and family history. There is no sure way to prevent pancreatic cancer, but maintaining a healthy lifestyle may lower your risk. If you are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. Clinical trials are also an option for some patients.

Did you know that pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States? It's a terrible disease, and unfortunately, it is often diagnosed too late for effective treatment. But what if there was something you could do to reduce your risk of developing pancreatic cancer? Believe it or not, there may be! A recent Chinese study has shown a clear correlation between higher intake of vitamins and lower risk of pancreatic cancer. The researchers believe that the vitamins induce apoptosis in cancer cells, thus preventing them from growing and spreading. So if you're looking for ways to improve your health, start by adding some vitamins to your diet!

There are many different types of vitamins, and it can be confusing to know which ones you should take. However, the study's findings suggest that vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene are particularly effective in reducing the risk of pancreatic cancer. You can find these vitamins in many different foods, or you can take them in supplement form.

Getting more vitamins is just one part of a healthy lifestyle that can help reduce your risk of cancer. Eating a balanced diet and getting regular exercise are also important. And if you're looking for ways to improve your health, adding some vitamins to your diet is a great place to start!

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Date: May 17, 2017 03:44 PM
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Subject: Compound in turmeric found to suppress viruses, including hepatitis, herpes, chikungunya, influenza-A, HIV and HPV

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Date: May 16, 2017 04:44 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: fight cancer with baking soda

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Date: May 07, 2017 06:44 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Make Anxiety Disappear and spread Positive Energy with Lavender Smudge Stick

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Date: May 03, 2017 04:44 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How to Get Rid of Lice: 8 Natural Remedies

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Date: April 14, 2017 06:44 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How to stop sugar cravings this Easter

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Date: March 25, 2017 08:44 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: 13 Ways Marijuana Impacts Males And Females Differently

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Date: March 20, 2017 10:44 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How Gut Inflammation Drives the Evolution of Harmful Bacteria

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Date: March 16, 2017 08:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How Essential Oils Can Help Improve Your Life

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Date: March 15, 2017 03:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How Inflammation spreads Through the Brain

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Date: March 13, 2017 01:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: How Soy Can Both Prevent Breast Cancer And Fuel Its spread

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Date: March 09, 2017 02:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Researchers identify how inflammation spreads through the brain after injury

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Date: February 28, 2017 12:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Is the water you're drinking linked to causing heart attacks and cancer?

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Date: February 25, 2017 02:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: What does a heart attack feel like? Symptoms could be mistaken for indigestion

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Date: February 17, 2017 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: 7 Reasons You Need CBD Oil in Your Kitchen (and Medicine Cabinet)

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Date: February 14, 2017 10:19 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: AVOID THESE 10 FOODS TO AVOID WORSE JOINT PAIN!!

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Date: February 02, 2017 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Turmeric Believed to Be a Safer and Side-Effect-Free Pain Management Option for Arthritis

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Date: January 24, 2017 12:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Caffeine Found to Reduce Age-Related Inflammation

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Date: December 31, 2016 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Trilobites: Your Liver Doesn’t Know It’s the Holidays

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Date: December 29, 2016 02:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Fight your sickness by making your own DIY all-natural cough syrup

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Date: December 24, 2016 12:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Bird Flu Infects Cats in NYC Shelter

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Date: December 11, 2016 10:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Protect yourself from flu season with these natural cold remedies

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Date: December 11, 2016 07:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: At least one major company has admitted to adding flavoring chemicals to its farmed fish to make it taste more like the wild-caught varieties that consumers prefer

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Date: December 09, 2016 06:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Texas reports first case of Zika spread by local mosquitoes

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Date: December 07, 2016 07:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Where Thanksgiving calories hide -- and how to burn them off

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Date: December 06, 2016 04:59 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Gut bacteria affect our metabolism

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Date: November 26, 2016 06:59 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: 10 health concerns you can detect through your eyes

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Date: November 19, 2016 09:54 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Studies Linked to Soda Industry Mask Health Risks

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Date: November 13, 2016 03:04 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (support@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Powerful natural ways to relieve stress, anxiety

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Date: October 29, 2016 01:52 AM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: Do Food Cravings Actually Mean Anything?

Food cravings are the surest way to ruin our best health intentions. Whether it be cravings for chocolate, cakes, fresh baked bread or other more exotic cravings, they impact nearly everyone that starts a new health program or diet. While cravings typically are at their worst in the first ten to fourteen days of a new, healthy lifestyle, don't be surprised to find them resurfacing any time you feel stressed, fatigued or anxious. Food is one of the quickest ways for the body to re-ground itself and the body will instinctively crave foods that through past habits have become associated with a pleasurable experience.

Ways to Deal with Cravings

• The food you crave should NEVER enter your home. Your family may complain, but work on getting them on your side. Explain that this is for your health and sanity and you need their support.
• When that craving gets going, get yourself a big glass of water. Drinking water will assuage your craving because the water is satisfying a need of your body. Then wait a full fifteen minutes. Set the timer and go do something else. When the time goes off it is likely that your craving will be gone.
• If you are at a grazing table, graze at the vegetable/fruit end. But, instead of grazing, put the food on your plate and then move AWAY from the table. Find someone really interesting to talk with. And yes, keep a glass of water with you.
• When you see someone eating what you crave, turn around, move away from them, and go look for a glass of water. Our bodies are satisfied when we give them water and that helps our cravings to stay away.

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Date: September 26, 2016 05:35 PM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: Cranberry Juice Can Help Prevent UTI's In Women

A new study done by the Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc. has found that drinking cranberry juice can help prevent Urinary Tract Infections (UTI's) in women. Women are generally more prone to UTI's than men, because bacteria is easier to spread in their urethra. It can be painful, with symptoms like a burning feeling and pressure in their urinary tract.

The study tested how healthy women react to drinking cranberry juice daily. They tested a group of 373 women, and some drank a glass of cranberry juice everyday for 6 weeks, and others were given a placebo.

These were the main findings of the study:

- The women that drank cranberry juice experienced fewer symptoms of urinary infections- Cranberry juice generally is high in sugar, and the juice used in this experiment had reduced sugar-

If you are prone to UTI's, consider taking a cranberry daily to reduce the risk of infection.  Also, taking a supplement will eliminate the carbohydrates and sugars found in juice. 

Read more about the study here://www.nhs.uk/news/2016/06June/Pages/Cranberry-juice-useful-for-women-with-recurring-UTIs-claims-study.aspx

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Date: August 30, 2016 09:47 AM
Author: Darrell Miller
Subject: First Day of School and your Child Comes Home Sick? Fight Back With This Remedy

It is quite disheartening when your beloved child comes home sick on his first day of school. And that is most likely due to bacteria back in their school. How do you deal with it? How do you ensure your child is healthy again and cushion him from such sicknesses in the future?

Digestive health is essential when fighting back against bacteria at school.

One way to boost digestive health is through soluble fiber. Acacia fiber is a kind of soluble fiber extracted from Acacia Senegal tree sap. It grows in Pakistan, India and some Parts of Africa. It is also known as the acacia gum or gum Arabic.

 The Acacia Fiber is also a prebiotic fibers essential for the strengthening of the good bacteria in the gut. Your child's first line of defense is in the digestive tract.  Keeping their friendly bacteria healthy can block the spread of bacteria in the digestive tract. 

Acacia fiber is odorless, flavorless and doesn’t cause bloating and gas (because it slows down what is known as colonic fermentation). The substance is very safe for continuous and even lifelong use. It has been labeled as safe for use in the treatment of children.

Fight back against school born bacteria by strengthening your child's own friendly bacteria with either a soluble fiber like acacia or by giving them a probiotic daily.

References:

1. //www.helpforibs.com/shop/suplmts/acacia.asp
   
2. //markusrothkranz.com/online-store/bodyforce/prebiotic-fiber.html#sthash.J51Ezqr9.dpbs
   
3. https://www.verywell.com/the-benefits-of-acacia-fiber-89395
   

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Date: December 22, 2014 04:54 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: What are the Health Benefits of Beta-Glucans

What are Beta-glucans?

Beta glucan is a biological response modifier that nutritionally activates the immune response through the Dendritic, Macrophage and other immune cells to produce various therapeutic effects.

Beta-glucans are sugars found in the cell walls of algae, fungi, lichens, bacteria, yeasts, and plants, such as oats and barley. They can be use as medicine.

Benefits of beta-glucan

Beta-glucans are use for cancer, diabetes, HIV/AIDS and high cholesterol. Beta-glucans are also use for boosting the immune system in people whose body defenses have been weakens by emotional or physical stress, chronic fatigue syndrome or by treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation. Beta-glucans are also used for ulcerative colitis, hepatitis, multiple sclerosis, aging, H1N1 flu, Lyme disease, allergies, fibromyalgia, ear infections, rheumatoid, asthma and crohn's disease.

Beta-glucans is applied to the skin for wrinkles, dermatitis, burns, eczema, bedsores, radiation burns, wounds and diabetic ulcers.

Beta-glucans can be given by injection into the muscle or intravenously to boost the immune system in people with HIV/AIDS and related conditions and to treat cancer. Beta glucans are also given intravenously to prevent infection in people who have undergone surgery.

Beta-glucans can be given by subcutaneously for reducing the size of skin tumors or for treating them.

In the food industry, beta-glucans are used as an additive in products such as cheese spreads, frozen desserts, salad dressings and sour cream.

Adding beta-glucans to your diet either in form of foods that contain the compound or in form of food supplements plays a significant role in boosting your immune system to help your body fight diseases.

How does beta-glucans work?

When taken by mouth, Beta-glucans lower blood cholesterol by inhibiting the absorption of cholesterol from food in the intestines and stomach. Beta-glucans stimulate the immune system by increasing chemicals that prevent infections when given by injection.

Studies by leading scientists and medical experts have shown that Beta-glucans act as immunomodulator agents by triggering events that regulate and increase the efficiency of the immune system. Beta-glucans stimulate the activity of immune cells that attack and ingest invading pathogens.

Immune cells such as Macrophages release cytokines that are chemicals that enable immune cells to communicate with each other. In addition, Beta-glucans increase the activity of white blood cells that bind to viruses or tumors, and release chemicals to destroy it. Beta-glucan is a biological response modifier that nutritionally activates the immune response through the Dendritic, Macrophage and other immune cells to produce various therapeutic effects.

The potential side effects of Beta-glucan when taken by mouth are unknown. When used by injection, Beta-glucans can cause fever, pain at the injection site, chills, vomiting, headache, nausea, dizziness, rashes, diarrhea, back pain, joint pain and low blood pressure.

Where does Beta-glucan come from?

The body does not produce Beta-glucan naturally; you can only get it from outside sources such as shiitake mushrooms, baker’s yeast and cereal grains such as wheat, oats, barley and rye.

The most potent form of beta glucan is extracted as a purified isolate from the yeast cell wall of Baker's yeast with harmful yeast proteins removed by a process that prevent clumping or reaggregation after exposure to water during digestion. Research has shown that Beta- glucan is a safe and potent immune potentiation isolate.

URL references

1. //www.rxlist.com/beta_glucans/supplements.htm
2. //www.med.nyu.edu/content?ChunkIID=104429
3. //www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17895634
4. //www.healthline.com/health/beta-glucan-heart-healthy

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Date: June 25, 2014 09:46 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Understanding Apis Mellifica

What is an Apis Mellifica?

If you have ever heard of Apis mellifica, this homeopathic remedy dates back to an ancient Indian remedy for a variety of health conditions. It was introduced into the modern field of homeopathy in the mid-1800s. Due to its effectiveness, Apis mellifica continues to be commonly prescribed today for a variety of complaints.

How it is made?

Apis mellifica is actually made from honeybees, with the preferred source being the common American honeybee. Creating this homeopathic remedy begins by grinding the entire bee's body including the stinger. The crushed mixture is diluted with alcohol, powder, or lactose powder and repeated until the mixture becomes uniform. You may find this compound sold as tiny pellets or made into a gel that can be applied topically.

How it is used?

This treatment is highly individualized and based on both the mental characteristics and physical symptoms of patients. Usually patients who are irritable or restless and have diseases with burning, inflammation, or swelling experience relief from this homeopathic remedy. Apis mellifica is commonly used to treat stings and bites. It may help to relieve the itchiness and swelling caused by common pests. However, this remedy is also recommended for sore throats, headaches, and other common ailments depending on the patient.

If you have ever considered taking Apis mellifica, this remedy is safe and there are no known side effects. You may want to talk to a homeopathic expert before choosing this remedy since the effects and dosage vary from person to person. However, when used as directed, this homeopathic treatment produces effective results. Remember that each person will react differently, so you may need to adjust the dosage or vary your treatment in other ways to produce optimal results. However, due to its widespread effectiveness for many people and conditions, Apis mellifica continues to be one of the most commonly recommended homeopathic treatments used today.

Sources

1. //www.wisegeek.com/what-are-the-medical-uses-of-apis-mellifica.htm
2. //homeopathyplus.com.au/know-your-remedies-apis-mellifica/

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Date: April 15, 2014 10:22 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Bayberry Bark & Sinus Infections

Sinus depression

The sinus depression is spotted behind the eyes and nose and is a substantial void space that channels the air for the lungs. At the point when the sinus hole gets aggravated or excited, it can without much of a stretch transform into a sinus contamination. A sinus contamination causes the sinuses to swell and produce abundance bodily fluid, making serious clogging, torment all around the head and neck and sinus weight. A sinus disease can commonly be dealt with effortlessly with either pills or regular cures.

Benefits of bayberry bark

Bayberry bark is a compelling approach to help treat the signs and manifestations of a sinus disease. The herb empowers the circulatory framework, supporting the body in dislodging abundance bodily fluid from the sinus depression. Bayberry bark additionally generates a warming sensation, which will help relax thick bodily fluid development.

Properties of  bayberry

Bayberry bark hold a certain synthetic called myricitrin, which is a regular anti-microbial. Not all like pill anti-toxins, has myricitrin just executed off destructive micro organisms. Drug anti-infection agents murder all microbes in the body, which can prompt different complexities, for example, a safety to anti-microbials, the runs and even the spread of the contamination. Myricitrin likewise regularly decreases fever and clears nasal blockage while executing the contamination creating the sinusitis.

Dosing of bayberry

Bayberry bark might be utilized to treat a sinus disease as either an oral or topical result. Oral utilization ought to be a half teaspoon, twice every day. In the event that the manifestations stay following 24 hours, a singular can expand the measurements to one teaspoon, twice every day. As a topical result, the bayberry bark could be blended with back rub oil and connected to the paranasal territory of the face. A light rub will help release bodily fluid and calm sinus weight.

Caution in using bayberry

There are potential symptoms when utilizing bayberry bark. For some individuals it has brought about unsteadiness, queasiness and spewing. It has likewise brought on gastrointestinal issues in individuals with previous gastrointestinal conditions. On the off chance that a sinus contamination continues for a week, a singular ought to see a specialist to focus the best technique for treating the diseases.

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Date: March 22, 2014 08:50 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Vitamin A -- Where It Comes from and What It Does.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A helps battle off contamination. It likewise serves to keep your skin smooth and supple. You can get a great deal of vitamin A from your sustenance - with liver meats being the best source. A few vegetables - carrots, broccoli leaves (the leaves, not the stems), sweet potatoes and kale, run a far off second, alongside spread.

Dietary vitamin A hails from two sorts of sustenance:

* Animal sustenance sources give "dynamic" manifestations of vitamin A - the form can use the vitamin promptly. They are called 'retinoid'. Retinoid are frequently utilized within skin creams and dermatological pharmaceuticals, as vitamin A is well known for its skin revival properties.

* Plants give carotenoids (to illustration beta-carotene). Carotenoids are changed over by the constitution into vitamin A. Beta-carotene is the most widely recognized of the carotenoids. A brilliantly colored intensifies; this is the thing that gives carrots and sweet potatoes their orange shade.

"Collaboration" is the point at which two or more substances join to make an impact more terrific than either could perform on its own. All supplements in the constitution have a synergistic impact, and vitamin A is no special case. Assuming that you as of recently have an iron inadequacy that brings about frailty - insufficient oxygen-transporting red platelets that abandons you ceaselessly tired a vitamin A insufficiency too will exacerbate it. Iron and vitamin A supplements taken together for frailty are more viable than either of these taken separately. When you don't have enough zinc in your eating methodology, the figure has a harder time proficiently utilizing vitamin A.

The main sign of a vitamin A inadequacy is debilitated vision especially 'night blindness the powerlessness to see well in faint light. Vitamin An is utilized to structure the shades required in the retina for vision, and without enough A, your eyes can't do their employment. Keep in mind when your mother used to let you know to consume carrots so you could see well? There's truth in that old home cure.

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Date: March 08, 2014 09:02 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: The Health Benefits OF Avocado Oil

Benefits of avocado

Avocado oil has a high attention of healthier fats and supplement E, that is a fabulous epidermis lotion. Icy pressed virgin avocado oil, taken consistently, may help decrease levels of cholesterol and ensure against coronary illness.

Clearspring regular Avocado oil is icy pressed from oil-rich green olives and is broadly distinguished for its wellness profits notwithstanding a support to excellence.

Foul avcado oil is recognized to be a standout amongst the most restorative vegetable oils one can consume. It is a multi-reason oil that could be utilized for culinary purposes suitable for dressings and sauces and singing, because of its high smoke purpose of over 490 degrees. Natural avocado oil is additionally a top notch "transporter" oil for different qualities; avocado bearer oil is perfect for implantation with different herbs. Notwithstanding its suitability as an edible, foul avcado oil is additionally top notch for utilization as a corrective and the repair of harmed skin.avocado bearer oil is fine for making diverse seasoned oils. Despite the fact that fine for people and different primates, natural avocado oil holds a fattening corrosive known as persin, which might be profoundly poisonous to local creatures, especially pooches, felines and stallions.

This offers no issues to your general health or that of your skin, and holds a monounsaturated oil utilized within fragrance based treatment. There is nothing else in avocado oil with the exception of the 30% of oil that the foods grown from the ground holds. You can drink it without it doing you hurt. An engineered proportionate to avocado oil might fill the mark with included chemicals: one or more to enhance skin ingestion, some to protect the oil from oxidation (despite the fact that it holds its own particular cancer prevention agents), emulsifiers and surfactants to help it spread better (an oil?).

Avocado content

Actually avocado oil holds its own particular emulsifier, lecithin, and additionally the cancer prevention agents Vitamin An and Vitamin E that likewise help to administer a young looking skin. These cell reinforcement vitamins annihilate the free radicals that execute your skin cells and make you look more advanced in years. Avocado oil can help you to continue looking more youthful as you develop sequentially more senior. It likewise holds vitamin D that is so paramount in large portions of the natural methodologies inside your skin - it is not called the 'daylight vitamin' to no end.

Cell reinforcements secure you from the impacts of the less than great UV radiation held in solid daylight, the free-radical producing pesticides, activity and modern outflows and tobacco smoke. Without some type of cell reinforcement medicine your skin would quickly wrinkled and develop old as its unit films are burst and annihilated. Vitamins An and E execute off the free radicals that cause this.

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Date: February 28, 2014 11:22 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Can Coconut Butter Lotion Really Help My Dry Skin?

Benefits of coconut  lotion to skin

One of the best lotions for all skin sorts, particularly dry, is coconut oil. It is determined from ready coconut meat and is utilized for cooking and as a grease, frequently for the skin. There may even be a few profits from the ingestion of characteristic coconut oil. Assuming that you are searching for coconut oil salve, there are numerous spots to discover it. You may run into it on the racks of health sustenance or entire nourishment stores. There are numerous online retailers who offer high quality coconut oil. Likewise numerous tanning moisturizers are enhanced with coconut oil. For issue territories like feet and heels, slip on cotton socks in the wake of saturating. Likewise, saturating straightforwardly in the wake of showering while skin is still sodden can help secure dampness.

Characteristic of coconut lotion

There are other characteristic lotions that you may need to think about also. Olive oil cream is getting to be progressively mainstream, as is the utilization of additional virgin olive oil on its own for skin and hair saturating. Olive oil might be utilized in the wake of showering or as a hot oil medicine for dry hair. An alternate top part is shea margarine. Shea spread is determined from shea tree products of the soil prized for its humectant lands, which is the reason you'll discover shea margarine moisturizer, cream and different items.

In some cases you'll discover mixes of different saturating fixings like coconut oil and shea margarine joined together with a cooling element like cucumber. The scent of cucumber is exceptionally invigorating and the lands of this vegetable are extremely cooling. Cucumber moisturizer is extraordinary for sleek skin, feet and hands. You'll discover no lack of cucumber melon fogs and creams as this scent mixture was taken to notable status by the organization Bath and Body meets expectations, producing numerous copycats.

As should be obvious, coconut oil moisturizer is only one of the numerous lotions you can use on dry skin. You may need to utilize a mix that holds all the significant creams, for instance coconut oil, shea margarine, olive oil and different elements like vitamin E. Form spreads produced out of shea spread, cocoa margarine and avocado are perfect for super dry skin. They have a consistency like margarine, are warmed between the palms and connected to the skin for ultra hydration. If you favor salve, cream, or form spread what's essential is that you are normally saturating the skin on your physique to keep it delicate and supple.

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Date: February 28, 2014 11:22 PM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Can Coconut Butter Lotion Really Help My Dry Skin?

Benefits of coconut  lotion to skin

One of the best lotions for all skin sorts, particularly dry, is coconut oil. It is determined from ready coconut meat and is utilized for cooking and as a grease, frequently for the skin. There may even be a few profits from the ingestion of characteristic coconut oil. Assuming that you are searching for coconut oil salve, there are numerous spots to discover it. You may run into it on the racks of health sustenance or entire nourishment stores. There are numerous online retailers who offer high quality coconut oil. Likewise numerous tanning moisturizers are enhanced with coconut oil. For issue territories like feet and heels, slip on cotton socks in the wake of saturating. Likewise, saturating straightforwardly in the wake of showering while skin is still sodden can help secure dampness.

Characteristic of coconut lotion

There are other characteristic lotions that you may need to think about also. Olive oil cream is getting to be progressively mainstream, as is the utilization of additional virgin olive oil on its own for skin and hair saturating. Olive oil might be utilized in the wake of showering or as a hot oil medicine for dry hair. An alternate top part is shea margarine. Shea spread is determined from shea tree products of the soil prized for its humectant lands, which is the reason you'll discover shea margarine moisturizer, cream and different items.

In some cases you'll discover mixes of different saturating fixings like coconut oil and shea margarine joined together with a cooling element like cucumber. The scent of cucumber is exceptionally invigorating and the lands of this vegetable are extremely cooling. Cucumber moisturizer is extraordinary for sleek skin, feet and hands. You'll discover no lack of cucumber melon fogs and creams as this scent mixture was taken to notable status by the organization Bath and Body meets expectations, producing numerous copycats.

As should be obvious, coconut oil moisturizer is only one of the numerous lotions you can use on dry skin. You may need to utilize a mix that holds all the significant creams, for instance coconut oil, shea margarine, olive oil and different elements like vitamin E. Form spreads produced out of shea spread, cocoa margarine and avocado are perfect for super dry skin. They have a consistency like margarine, are warmed between the palms and connected to the skin for ultra hydration. If you favor salve, cream, or form spread what's essential is that you are normally saturating the skin on your physique to keep it delicate and supple.

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Date: February 17, 2014 06:32 AM
Author: Darrell Miller (dm@vitanetonline.com)
Subject: Benefits Eucalyptus Oil-Discover Its Amazing Power In Healing Different Health Problems

What is eucalptus

Eucalyptus oil originates from the Eucalyptus tree, which develops characteristically in Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia and parts of the Philippines. With more than 700 types of Eucalyptus, numerous sorts are developed everywhere throughout the world. Eucalyptus oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the tree, and is utilized as a part of various sorts of items for numerous diverse purposes. It has a mint-like quality that makes it well known for sweet, throat drops, toothpaste, and some hack medications, particularly those for ache alleviation. Notwithstanding that, it has bug repellent lands that make it an extraordinary characteristic alternative for open air utilization

Health benefits of eucalyptus

The Eucalyptus globulus -the most usually discovered key oil, has an empowering however extremely solid aroma. It is useful for respiratory issues, lessening bodily fluid film swelling and irritation, and for calming sore muscles, rheumatism, migraines and anxious depletion. It is broadly utilized as a part of business cool cures and arrangements for mitigating throbbing muscles.

Eucalyptus radiatahas - has a lighter aroma than globulus, however has the same valuable impacts. Since its aroma is 'softer', it is simpler to breathe as it is less inclined to trigger the hack reflex. This key oil is therefore generally the favored decision for utilization in aromatherapy. Moreover, it has antifungaland antiviral lands, along these lines is a great decision for diffusing in air to help counteract the spread of influenza and colds

Eucalyptus oil is regularly blended with other sorts of oil to join the medicinal qualities. The point when this happens, substances in Eucalyptus oil respond with those other oils to help ache diminishing qualities and also joint firmness, other arthritis manifestations, frosty side effects, and contaminations. It's most valuable when blended with Tea Tree oil, mint oils, for example, Spearmint or Peppermint and Vanilla. It's now and again blended with lemon for hack and cool results and for skin provision, it might be blended with Olive oil or another "transporter" oil to convey the Eucalyptus oil to the underlying tissue.

Eucalyptus citriodora - the eucalyptus aroma is fresher and also has a citrussy aroma. E citriodora has great air-refreshing lands and,also have antifungal lands.

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