Products tagged with: prevention
Nature's Medicines
Nature's Medicines" More than 2 years in the making, "Nature's Medicines" is the most responsible health-supplement guide ever written. Leading consumers through the ever-growing maze of vitamins, minerals, herbals, and brand-new natural supplements, this book covers every category of natural products--essential antioxidants like vitamins C and E and beta-carotene; immunity-building and mood-altering herbal medicines such as echinacea, ginkgo, and St. John's wort; and controversial, headline-making supplements such as bioflavonoids, gamma-linolenic acid, lecithin, choline, and phytonutrients. Each supplement has been scrutinized by the experienced team of health writers and researchers from "Prevention" Health Books, the most respected name in consumer health publishing. You'll find a wealth of ready-to-use, practical advice that includes: Exact recommendations to help you choose the most effective supplements to fight or prevent more than 75 common health conditions The latest breakthrough research proving the potency of selected supplements Expert opinions from leading doctors and health practitioners about optimal dosages and mixtures Cautions and warnings to make sure that you protect yourself from allergies, adverse interactions, and overdoses Up-to-date information about controversial new remedies that offer unprecedented opportunities for self-care and treatment For the millions of people who are now using supplements as an important part of their personal health-care programs, "Nature's Medicines" is the definitive guide to exploring the newest frontiers of healing. What is the mysterious healing power behind the scores of supplements thathave been called miracle medicines? Why are many of these supplements so potent? In "Nature's Medicines," you'll find up-to-date information on the most controversial and powerful health supplements on the market. dn0 Vitamins and minerals: Find out which can prevent arthritis, cancer, and heart disease--and add years to your life. Nature's herbs: Discover the herbal supplements that boost immunity, relieve stress, remove toxins, and pump up your energy. Emerging supplements: Find out what you're really getting when you buy highly publicized supplements like bee pollen, coenzyme Q10, melatonin, shark cartilage, and more. How effective are they? What have researchers discovered about how they work? You'll find exact recommendations from M.D.'s, alternative practitioners, and herbalists, including: The new memory aid (page 320)--a Chinese herb that "can help protect your brain from damage due to aging, heart disease, or toxins." The new cure for high cholesterol (page 483)--an herb that can "lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels, raise HDL levels, and promote weight loss." The new pain medicine (page 561)--a natural anti-inflammatory that "acts like a home-style ibuprofen.
The Complete Book of Running for Women: Everything You Need to Know about Training, Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Motivation, Raci
More women than ever are discovering the unique benefits of running -- forstress relief, weight management, endurance, and self-esteem. Women'sbodies are not the same as men's, and though we can train just as hard andwith the same passion for excellence, we have certain special concerns.Finally, there is a comprehensive guide exclusively for women whoexperience the pure joy of running, or want to. It's the simplest, fastest, most accessible way to fitness and good health known to woman. You don't need a partner, equipment, or even much time. Now, Claire Kowalchik, former managing editor of "Runner's World" magazine, answers every question about the overwhelmingly popular activity that builds endurance, melts fat, and even prevents illness. In this total running book for women, you'll learn: How to get started and stay motivated What to eat for optimal nutrition How to run during pregnancy and after menopause Why running is the most effective form of exercise How to prevent and treat injury What to wear -- from sports bras to running shoes How to prepare for everything from a 5K to a marathon Authoritative and friendly, "The Complete Book of Running for Women" is a sourcebook for both beginners and long-time runners. Along with wisdom drawn from the author's personal experience, you'll find advice from the experts: coaches, exercise physiologists, nutritionists, doctors, and other women runners. Including question-and-answer sections and a complete list of resources, "The Complete Book of Running for Women" tells you everything you need to know to be off and running toward better health and richer living.
Wise Owl Red Yeast Rice 300mg 60 Tablets
Wise Owl Red Yeast Rice 300mg possesses antioxidant properties providing plant sterols to help maintain cholesterol levels. Directions for use: - Take one Wise Owl Red Yeast Rice 300mg tablet daily as a food substitute or as directed by a practitioner. - Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. - Store in a cool dry place. Ingredients: Red yeast rice; Capsule shell (vegetable cellulose). FREE FROM: wheat; starch; gluten; milk products (lactose); added sugars; colourings; flavourings and preservatives. Contains No Live Yeast at Time of Manufacture - Red Yeast Rice may lower elevated serum Triglycerides levels. - Red Yeast Rice may increase HDL Cholesterol levels and may lower LDL cholesterol levels. - It is considered helpful to take Coenzyme Q10 with this Red yeast rice formula.
Runner's World Guide to Injury Prevention: How to Identify Problems, Speed Healing, and Run Pain-Free
The last word on preventing and treating running injuries-from the magazine known the world over as the most reliable and authoritative source of running know-howThe world of running-and running injury prevention-has evolved greatly in the last decade. New thinking on injury and recovery suggests that runners can continue to train while injured. And alternative practices-such as acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage-are now virtually mainstream and an essential part of any runner's injury arsenal. Not only is the sport dramatically more popular, but women runners and beginning runners-who are a large part of the growth-have very different needs in the areas of injury and health that have not been covered adequately in previous books. Research in sports medicine also has advanced. All this-and much more-is covered in this new, comprehensive manual that is quite simply the best, most authoritative guide in the field. Here you'll find: - The most important stretches for runners-and why you should not stretch an injured muscle- How (and why) to change your biomechanics and stride legnth- How to incorporate cross-training to prevent and heal injury - The most important strength-training exercises for runners- How to cope with the mental side of injury- Special concerns for young runners, women, and older Runners- The newest thinking in hydrationBeginners and veterans alike will benefit from this expert guidance from the cutting edge of sports medicine and science.
Vitabiotics Cardioace Plus 60 Capsules
Cardioace Plus combines the comprehensive multivitamin formula of the original Cardioace with 1.3g of plant sterols. It is designed to be the most comprehensive, research-based nutritional supplement for heart health. Cardioace Plus formula helps safeguard levels of nutrients vital to heart health and focuses on helping to maintain healthy blood cholesterol levels. It has been developed using premium 'Licaps technology' for stability and performance. Cardioce Plus contains the latest nutrients researched by scientists with benefits for heart health: 1.3g of plant sterols included in Cardioace Plus The latest scientific research indicates that these plant sterols may help contribute to healthy High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) levels, 'Good' cholesterol levels. Reservatrol included in Cardioace Plus formulation Cardioace Plus contains a natural compound called reservatrol, a phytochemical found in red grape skins which may be partly responsible for the health benefit attributed to red wine. Reservatrol is thought to be a powerful antioxidant that may help support vascular health. Cardioace Plus formulation includes Co Q10 Co Q10 is important for energy production within the cells and may play a role in heart health. Omega-3 fish oils included in Cardioace Plus The Cardioace formulation includes omega-3 fish oil, a rich source of EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). Omega-3 fatty acids may play an important role in maintaining normal blood pressure, cholesterol and trigylceride levels. The EPA in omega-3 fish oil is also thought to be a direct source of an important substance influencing platelet adhesion which may mean it helps support the flow of blood through our vessels. Cardioace Plus formulation includes Lycopene, Alpha lipoic acid and other powerful antioxidants. Lycopene is a powerful antioxidant and may be beneficial for heart health by defending the body against free radicals, which cause oxidation. Antioxidants like lycopene, alpha Lipoic acid, reservatrol, selenium, vitamins E and C also in Cardioace Plus help to defend against free radicals. Garlic Garlic may help balance 'good' (high-density lipoprotein-HDL) through its role in helping to regulate cholesterol production by the liver. Garlic may also help to maintain normal blood pressure and help maintain arterial health. Homocysteine and heart health Vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid work in synergy to help maintain healthy levels of a blood amino acid called homocysteine. Analysis has revealed that high levels of homocysteine are a strong independent factor in heart health, accounting for as much as 10% of the combined influence of all known factors in heart health. Directions for use: Take two or three capsules per day with your main meal. Ingredients: Plant Sterols, L-Carnitine Tartrate, Co Q10, Lycopene Extract, Alpha Lipoic Acid , Resevatrol (Grape skin flavonoids), Omega-3 Fish Oil providing EPA/DHA, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Manganese,Copper, Chromium, Selenium, Natural Mixed Carotenoids, Garlic Extract, Lecithin. Cardioace Plus Capsules are free from artificial colours, gluten, preservatives, starch, salt and yeast.
Wise Owl Caprylic Formula 60 Tablets
Wise Owl Caprylic Formula helps reduce and inhibit the growth of detrimental yeasts including candida albicans in the Intestines. Pau D'Arco can suppress some types of detrimental bacteria including in the gut. Aloe Vera can inhibit detrimental bacteria in the gut. Coenzyme Q10 may facilitate the elimination of candida albicans. Directions for use: - Take one Wise Owl Caprylic Formula tablet daily as a food substitute or as directed by a practitioner. - Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. - Store in a cool dry place. Ingredients: Caprylic acid; Slippery elm; Garlic; Aloe Vera; Pau d'arco; Glutamine; Cinnamon; Lemon grass; Grapefruit seed; peppermint; Coenzyme Q10. Capsule shell: Vegetable cellulose. All botanicals dried and powdered. FREE FROM: wheat; starch; gluten; milk products (lactose); added sugars; colourings; flavourings and preservatives. Additional ingredients that are known to reduce the burden of candida albicans and other detrimental micro organisms are; Caprylic Acid, Slippery Elm, Garlic, Aloe Vera, Pau D'Arco, Glutamine, Cinnamon, Lemon Grass, Grapefruit seed, Peppermint Coenzyme Q10.
Wise Owl Co Q10 with Kelp 60 Tablets
Wise Owl Co Q10 with Kelp as an antioxidant may help maintain a healthy immune system, and may maintain the efficient functioning of brain cells. Kelp offers a valuable source of minerals and iodine which is necessary for the normal production of energy metabolism and thyroid hormones. Directions for use: - Take one Wise Owl Co Q10 with Kelp tablet daily as a food substitute or as directed by a practitioner. - Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. - Store in a cool dry place. Ingredients: Kelp powder; Co-enzyme Q10; Capsule shell: Vegetable cellulose. FREE FROM: wheat; starch; gluten; milk products (lactose); added sugars; colourings; flavourings and preservatives. Contains No Live Yeast at Time of Manufacture - Coenzyme Q10 acts as an Antioxidant and can aid release of energy from food. Coenzyme Q10 levels decline with the aging process. - Kelp is a source of the carotenoid Zeaxanthin which is known to play an important role in maintaing the health of the macula of the eye.
