Inflammation Can Be a Good Sign

New DocumentInflammation Can Be a Good Sign

Have you ever wondered why inflammation can be a good sign and yet be so dangerous.

Inflammation is your immune system’s response to damage. This damage can arise from trauma, stress, genetic abnormalities, metabolic disorders and a host of other sources including bacterial, viral or parasitic infection. Certain lifestyle choices can also contribute to inflammation: poor diet, stress, overweight, a sedentary lifestyle and smoking. Inflammation can cause redness,swelling, heat, pain and loss of function.

Perhaps while cutting vegetables the knife slips and cuts your hand. The inflammatory response immediately moves into action. White blood cells rush to the scene of the damage and begin to destroy the damaged cells, while sending out chemical signals that call for more help. That’s when unstable molecules called free radicals are released. Free radicals, now considered key players in many diseases, start to attack the damaged area with indiscriminate zeal, destroying some healthy cells in the process. This new damage leads to yet another round of inflammation.

And that’s where the trouble begins!

This damage to healthy tissue can lead to a vicious cycle of chronic inflammation. Chronic inflammation has been linked with heart disease, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease, strokes, certain types of cancer and more.

Nopalea defends your body against dangerous toxins that threaten cellular health, lead to inflammation and trigger a whole host of diseases. Here’s how it can help the body thrive.

Harnessing the power of betalains, a rare and potent class of antioxidants that flourish in the Nopal cactus, Nopalea delivers scientifically proven health benefits.

To find out more about Nopalea and wellness success stories on reducing inflammation visit here now >Nopalea

Jack Shea
King Article Writer
Trivita Independent AM ID 13115780
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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Nopalea New Health Solution

New DocumentNopalea New Health Solution

Nopalea – the new health solution for today’s unhealthy world.

1. Today’s world relentlessly threatens your body’s health

Every day brings new waves of toxins, pollutants, bacteria, viruses and chemicals into your body from the air you breathe, the water you drink, the foods you eat and even the things you touch. Furthermore, your body’s health is also undermined by emotional stress, nutritionally deficient diets, metabolic wastes and physical injuries and trauma.

2. Your body responds to health threats with inflammation.

When your body is subject to threatening elements or events, it counters these attacks with the defense mechanism of inflammation.

3. But inflammation can be very dangerous

Inflammation doesn’t just happen in your muscles and joints. It also happens everywhere else throughout your body, wherever your cells are being stressed or attacked. So, right now, as you read this, you could be suffering from any of these kinds of inflammation and their related health problems:

* Muscle, joint and bone inflammation – causing ongoing body pain
* Pulmonary inflammation – causing allergies and asthmatic reactions
* Arterial inflammation – causing high blood pressure
* Digestive tract inflammation – causing ulcers and IBS
* Widespread body cell inflammation – causing overall tiredness

4. Drink Nopalea to save yourself, save your health, save the day!

Nopalea is your premier wellness partner in your body’s never-ending, daily battle for good health. Working in two vital ways, Nopalea helps to neutralize your body’s inner toxins and reduce its inflammation. Which means it helps your body get the great relief it needs today… and helps protect it from contracting debilitating illnesses in the future.

Inflammation is the Problem, Nopalea is the Wellness Solution!

To find out more about Nopalea and wellness success stories on reducing inflammation visit here now >Nopalea

Jack Shea
King Article Writer
Trivita Independent AM ID 13115780
Free Nopal Newsletter

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Reduce Inflammation with Nopalea

New DocumentReduce Inflammation with Nopalea

 

When toxins assault your system—or when injury or infection strikes—your body responds with a complex biological process commonly referred to as inflammation. . If this inflammation goes unchecked, it can lead to a wide variety of disorders, from stroke to arthritis to heart disease.

Nopalea defends your body against dangerous toxins that threaten cellular health, lead to inflammation and trigger a whole host of diseases. Here’s how it can help the body thrive.

Nopalea specifically targets signs of inflammation in your body and reduces them quickly.1 Its betalains and other anti-inflammatory ingredients work directly on the fluid surrounding your cells. There, they draw off the toxins and excess water to reduce inflammation and rebalance the cellular environment.

Protect against premature aging

Your skin is a miraculous covering that protects you from harm. Pollution, toxins, radiation and other potentially damaging influences are kept out of your body by your skin; vital organs are protected inside. One of the first signs of aging is thin, sagging, withered skin that is easily damaged.

Nopalea rushes to these damaged areas to shore up your protective layer. The betalains in Nopalea fill in the gaps of your cells (including the cells in your skin) and return them to the firm, robust nature of young cells — at any age. By providing a healthy environment for the cell, betalains keep it from withering.

More health benefits

Want even more reasons to drink Nopalea? Scientific research shows that Nopalea also helps the body to:
* Increase energy
* Boost the immune system
* Protect against fluid retention
* Neutralize free radicals

.1 - Wiese J, McPherson S, Odden MC, Shlipak MG. Arch Intern Med. 2004 Jun 28;164(12):1334-40.

To find out more about Nopalea and wellness success stories on reducing inflammation visit here now >Nopalea

Jack Shea
King Article Writer
Trivita Independent AM ID 13115780
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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Sonoran Desert Cactus Defends Your Body

New DocumentSonoran Desert Cactus Defends Your Body

When The Nopal Cactus Blooms

When the Nopal cactus blooms and ripens, alighting the desert with its brilliant pink fruit, our Sonoran Harvest begins—just as it has for thousands of years.

Nopalea Health Benefits:

Nopalea defends your body against dangerous toxins that threaten cellular health, lead to inflammation and trigger a whole host of diseases. Here’s how it can help the body thrive. The power of betalains Harnessing the power of betalains, a rare and potent class of antioxidants that flourish in the Nopal cactus, Nopalea delivers scientifically proven health benefits.

Detoxify your body:

Every day, we’re exposed to toxins in our air, water and food—and even toxins created by our own bodies. Nopalea combines its betalains with other anti-toxic ingredients to combat these poisons where they strike us first: right inside the trillions of cells in our bodies.

By increasing the activity of CYP-2E1, a special enzyme that neutralizes daily toxins, Nopalea protects your cells and vital organs—especially your liver—against the carcinogens, hormone disruptors, respiratory toxins, developmental toxins and neurotoxins that are responsible for one-quarter of all the world’s diseases.

Reduce inflammation:

When toxins assault your system—or when injury or infection strikes—your body responds with a complex biological process commonly referred to as inflammation. If this inflammation goes unchecked, it can lead to a wide variety of disorders, from stroke to arthritis to heart disease.

Now you can experience the health benefits from this amazing nopal cactus by simply drinking Nopalea for more information visit here >Pain Relief

Jack Shea
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Providing Healthy Living Resources
Independent AM #13115780
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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Pain Relief

New DocumentPain Relief

Pain Relief Benefit of Nopal Cactus

Nopales are very rich in insoluble and especially soluble dietary fiber. They are also rich in vitamins (especially vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin K, but also riboflavin and vitamin B6) and minerals (especially magnesium, potassium, and manganese, but also iron and copper).

Nopales have a high calcium content, but the nutrient is not biologically available because it is present as calcium oxalate, which is neither highly soluble nor easily absorbed through the intestinal wall.[2] Addition of nopales also reduces the glycemic effect of a mixed meal.[3] Nopales are low carbohydrate and may help in the treatment of diabetes.[4] From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Nopal cactus has a long history of use as food and medicine. Its fleshy, leaf-like stems (cladodes), especially when young, are eaten as vegetables. The fruit is eaten raw, fermented into a beer, or turned into a cheese-like food. Medicinally, nopal fruit, stems, and flowers have been used to treat diabetes, stomach problems, fatigue, shortness of breath, easy bruising, prostate enlargement, and liver disease. Nopal is also a significant source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Now you can experience the health benefits from this amazing cactus by simply drinking Nopalea a new product just to hit the market for more information visit here >Pain Relief

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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Inflammation Hot Spots

When most people hear the word 'inflammation' they think of the swelling and redness that accompanies an injury such as a sprained ankle. However, inflammation can also be systemic and caused not by injury but by lack of exercise and a poor diet. Systemic inflammation increases the risk of cancer, hypertension, heart disease, gastrointestinal problems, and many other health conditions. In fact, many anti-aging professionals believe that inflammation is the greatest cause of premature aging, so preventing it is also vital for looking young. Taking on an exercise program is one key to decreasing systemic inflammation, and the other key is to consume a diet that does not promote inflammation.

One form of systemic inflammation is MTHFR. "Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) is the name of a gene that produces an enzyme, also called methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase. If a person carries the genetic mutation that inhibits production of this enzyme, it can result in hyperhomocytenemia, which is an elevated level of an enzyme called homocysteine found in blood plasma."[1]

TriVita's Chief Science Officer, Brazos Minshew, takes a look at MTHFR and inflammation in this week's Wellness Report. The complete article is listed below.

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Inflammation Hot Spots, by Brazos Minshew

The process of inflammation starts with injury, toxicity, deficiency or emotional distress. One particular deficiency that causes inflammation is a genetic deficiency called MTHFR. This deficiency is relatively common - perhaps the most common genetic deficiency in North America. It is related to the way we manufacture proteins. A sign that we have MTHFR deficiency is elevated homocysteine.

MTHFR deficiency creates pools of homocysteine that ignite inflammation like bonfires in specific tissues of your body. The strategies for reducing this inflammation depend greatly on where the bonfire starts. And, like many forest fires, inflammation often features multiple fronts that require different strategies for quelling its flames.

Burning brain
The delicate tissues of the brain are common victims of inflammation from an MTHFR deficiency. Elevated homocysteine feeds the fire that melts fragile neurons. Movement disorders like Parkinson's disease and dementias such as Alzheimer's disease are associated with elevated homocysteine. Further, inflammation in the brain associated with MTHFR and elevated homocysteine are also implicated in autism, ADD/ADHD, bipolar depression and schizophrenia.

MTHFR deficiency is addressed by increasing folates in the diet. Folates describe a B vitamin from foliage - leafy green vegetables. Actually, all fruits and vegetables contain some folate. Eating the optimum amount of folate can go a long way to filling the deficiency associated with MTHFR and elevated homocysteine. Remember, the optimum number of servings for fruits and vegetables is:

• 5 servings for children
• 7 servings for women
• 9 servings for men

Make sure you eat vegetables of every color - eat a rainbow!

Supplements such as HCY Guard® provide nutrients that help "re-methylate" homocysteine in the presence of this MTHFR deficiency. Inflammation is normalized by the anti-inflammatory Betalains found in Nopalea™. Essential fatty acids and EFA supplements such as OmegaPrime® serve as primary building blocks for a healthy brain. Also, Omega-3 EFA, Betalains and ECGC polyphenols in Energy Now!® serve to help the body protect DNA strands and create stem cells that are needed to repair delicate, fragile brain tissues.

Burning bones
Bones are living tissue. Osteoblast cells lay down a matrix of collagen proteins and build minerals around it. Collagen provides tensile strength for the bones and minerals provide compression strength for the bones. Homocysteine shatters this matrix and melts the collagen in your bones (and elsewhere), resulting in brittle bones. Further, without collagen, minerals cannot form and the bones become porous. The end result is often osteoporosis.

Folates and plant hormones such as Vitamin K found in leafy green vegetables help reduce the impact of MTHFR deficiency and increase the opportunity for osteoblasts to make healthy bone. Healthy bones also require significant amounts of Vitamin D. Sunshine is the best source of Vitamin D; however, in North America it is not always possible to get enough healthy sun exposure to meet our Vitamin D needs. Supplements such as Bone Growth Factor and VitaCal-Mag D can help give us the nutrients we need for healthy bones. HCY Guard can help the body reduce inflammatory homocysteine and Betalains from Nopalea can help reduce the impact of inflammation.

Burning blood
MTHFR deficiency was discovered when scientists began searching for the reasons why heart disease and stroke seemed to cluster in certain families. It was discovered that these families shared a genetic deficiency that required far more folate than their diet provided. Folate deficiency depletes Vitamin B-12 and compounds the homocysteine problem. Homocysteine ignites LDL ("bad") cholesterol in the bloodstream and creates the inflammation at the root of cardiovascular disease, heart attacks and stroke.

A high folate diet focusing on leafy green vegetables can fill this deficiency. Supplements such as HCY Guard, Nopalea and OmegaPrime can help the body ease' the fire in the delicate tissues lining the blood vessels. According to the VISP study (Vitamin Intervention for Stroke Prevention) this comprehensive strategy can fill the deficiency created by MTHFR, put out the fire fueled by homocysteine, and reduce the likelihood of heart attack and stroke.

Conclusion
Inflammation hot spots build fires around your body in places like your brain, your bones and your heart.

1. A high folate diet can fill the deficiency that causes these body bonfires.
2. Safe daily sun exposure along with exercise and peaceful sleep can help build a solid foundation for wellness.
3. Appropriate supplementation can help satisfy the needs created by MTHFR while putting out the fires of inflammation and creating vigorous cells for health today and a healthier tomorrow.

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If inflammation is the problem - Nopalea™ may be the solution.

To learn more about fighting inflammation with Sonoran Bloom Nopalea™, click on the previous link.

Jeffrey Sloe
TriVita Independent Business Affiliate, 12871028
440-725-3729
jeff@internetmarketingadvisors.net
Fighting Inflammation

Sources:
[1] www.pregnancy-info.net/mthfr.html

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

 

Inflammatory Histamines Put Out The Fire With A Powerful Team!

Inflammation can be your very best friend in an emergency, it's your bodies defense against all enemies who's intent it is to harm. This super hero for all the good that it can do in helping the body to heal, also can harbor a dark side in some cases. Inflammation that causes asthma, allergies, digestive problems, insomnia, autoimmune disorders, just to name a few.

Mankind has been exposed to pollen since day one, but over time increased toxins, emotional distress on a daily basis, nutrient and sleep deficiencies have changed the way our bodies react to pollen, and food allergies. These sources of stress have been shown to release inflammatory histamines in our bodies, and once histamines are released into our system they are extremely inflammatory.

Histamines are released on four different receptors:

The first receptor, better known as H-1 is released in the airways causing allergic rhinitis (hay fever), asthma, itchy watery eyes, scratchy throat, bronchitis. The second H-2 in the digestive system producing symptoms such as acid indigestion, gastric reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, colitis. The third H-3 in the brain, insomnia, anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder, bipolar disorder, and Alzheimer. The last receptor H-4 in the immune system, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus, chronic fatigue syndrome and fibermyalgia.

Histamines are as stated earlier inflammatory, starting a fire in one or more of these body systems, as a result creating symptoms. The arsonist who started the fire on one or more receptors may be determined by heredity, environment, and/or lifestyle. The weapon of choice used, the match, may be pollen or proteins, toxic poisons, and the list goes on and on. Any one or more could be the ignition ultimately creating the firestorm. The arsonist always has the same method of execution, inflammation is always caused by histamines.

So how can you help put out the fire and protect yourself against histamine formation? It's time to bring in a powerful team that together help fight the formation of excessive histamines and reduce inflammation. First Vitamin B-12 can block the enzyme THF which is responsible for excess histamine formation. Since histamines create inflammation that feeds on itself in a firestorm of irritation, the nutrient betalain, the riches source found in the Nopal cactus fruit breaks the cycle of inflammation putting out the firestorm.

Try to stay away from allergens, while your immune system renews itself, and take in this effective team daily, TriVita's Sublingual B-12 and Sonoran Bloom Nopalea, let it help insulate and enrich your body.

 

Kim Buchanan
Helping YOU Reach Optimal Health
& Prestigious Wealth
530.383.3041

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnosis, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Reference: TriVita VitaJournal Article

What is Nopal Cactus ?

New DocumentWhat is Nopal Cactus ?

 

The word "nopal" comes from the indigenous Nahuantl word "nopalli." This cactus is a type of prickly pear that grows throughout most of Mexico. Evidence suggests that the people of Mexico were eating nopal 11,000 years ago. Plant specialists dating the remains of seeds and pieces of the pads - called "pencas" - believe that the cultivation of nopal as a food crop began about 5,000 years ago.

The early and widespread integration of nopal into the indigenous diet demonstrates an instinctive and pragmatic awareness of the nutritive value of this plant. Nopal cactus is rich in vitamins A, C, K, B6 and riboflavin. It also is an abundant source of calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, iron and copper.

For thousands of years, the people of the Sonoran Desert have tapped into the power of its native healing plants. And now, with Nopalea, you can too.

When the Nopal cactus blooms and ripens, alighting the desert with its brilliant pink fruit, our Sonoran Harvest begins—just as it has for thousands of years.

Health Benefits

Nopalea defends your body against dangerous toxins that threaten cellular health, lead to inflammation and trigger a whole host of diseases. Here’s how it can help the body thrive. The power of betalains Harnessing the power of betalains, a rare and potent class of antioxidants that flourish in the Nopal cactus, Nopalea delivers scientifically proven health benefits.

To learn more about benefits of Nopalea visit here Pain Relief

Jack Shea
King Article Writer
Providing Healthy Living Resources
Independent AM #13115780
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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Ulcerative Colitis and Inflammation

New DocumentUlcerative Colitis and Inflammation

 

What causes ulcerative colitis?

Many theories exist about what causes ulcerative colitis. People with ulcerative colitis have abnormalities of the immune system, but doctors do not know whether these abnormalities are a cause or a result of the disease. The body’s immune system is believed to react abnormally to the bacteria in the digestive tract.

Ulcerative colitis is not caused by emotional distress or sensitivity to certain foods or food products, but these factors may trigger symptoms in some people. The stress of living with ulcerative colitis may also contribute to a worsening of symptoms.

How is ulcerative colitis diagnosed?

Many tests are used to diagnose ulcerative colitis. A physical exam and medical history are usually the first step.

Blood tests may be done to check for anemia, which could indicate bleeding in the colon or rectum, or they may uncover a high white blood cell count, which is a sign of inflammation. somewhere in the body.

A stool sample can also reveal white blood cells, whose presence indicates ulcerative colitis or inflammatory disease. In addition, a stool sample allows the doctor to detect bleeding or infection in the colon or rectum caused by bacteria, a virus, or parasites.

A colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy are the most accurate methods for making a diagnosis of ulcerative colitis and ruling-out other possible conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, diverticular disease, or cancer. For both tests, the doctor inserts an endoscope—a long, flexible, lighted tube connected to a computer and TV monitor—into the anus to see the inside of the colon and rectum. The doctor will be able to see any inflammation, bleeding, or ulcers on the colon wall. During the exam, the doctor may do a biopsy, which involves taking a sample of tissue from the lining of the colon to view with a microscope.

Sometimes x rays such as a barium enema or CT scans are also used to diagnose ulcerative colitis or its complications.

What is the treatment for ulcerative colitis?

Treatment for ulcerative colitis depends on the severity of the disease. Each person experiences ulcerative colitis differently, so treatment is adjusted for each individual.

Drug Therapy

The goal of drug therapy is to induce and maintain remission, and to improve the quality of life for people with ulcerative colitis. Several types of drugs are available.

* Aminosalicylates, drugs that contain 5-aminosalicyclic acid (5-ASA), help control inflammation. Sulfasalazine is a combination of sulfapyridine and 5-ASA. The sulfapyridine component carries the anti-inflammatory 5-ASA to the intestine. However, sulfapyridine may lead to side effects such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, and headache. Other 5-ASA agents, such as olsalazine, mesalamine, and balsalazide, have a different carrier, fewer side effects, and may be used by people who cannot take sulfasalazine. 5-ASAs are given orally, through an enema, or in a suppository, depending on the location of the inflammation in the colon. Most people with mild or moderate ulcerative colitis are treated with this group of drugs first. This class of drugs is also used in cases of relapse.

* Corticosteroids such as prednisone, methylprednisone, and hydrocortisone also reduce inflammation. They may be used by people who have moderate to severe ulcerative colitis or who do not respond to 5-ASA drugs. Corticosteroids, also known as steroids, can be given orally, intravenously, through an enema, or in a suppository, depending on the location of the inflammation. These drugs can cause side effects such as weight gain, acne, facial hair, hypertension, diabetes, mood swings, bone mass loss, and an increased risk of infection. For this reason, they are not recommended for long-term use, although they are considered very effective when prescribed for short-term use.

* Immunomodulators such as azathioprine and 6-mercapto-purine (6-MP) reduce inflammation by affecting the immune system. These drugs are used for patients who have not responded to 5-ASAs or corticosteroids or who are dependent on corticosteroids. Immunomodulators are administered orally, however, they are slow-acting and it may take up to 6 months before the full benefit. Patients taking these drugs are monitored for complications including pancreatitis, hepatitis, a reduced white blood cell count, and an increased risk of infection. Cyclosporine A may be used with 6-MP or azathioprine to treat active, severe ulcerative colitis in people who do not respond to intravenous corticosteroids.

Other drugs may be given to relax the patient or to relieve pain, diarrhea, or infection.

Some people have remissions—periods when the symptoms go away—that last for months or even years. However, most patients’ symptoms eventually return.

Information above provided by The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC) is a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

There is a natural alternative called Nopal that reduces inflammation.

Nopalea derived from the Nopal cactus specifically targets signs of inflammation in your body and reduces them quickly. Its betalains and other anti-inflammatory ingredients work directly on the fluid surrounding your cells. There, they draw off the toxins and excess water to reduce inflammation and rebalance the cellular environment.

To learn more about benefits of Nopalea visit here Pain Relief

Jack Shea
King Article Writer
Providing Healthy Living Resources
Independent AM #13115780
Free Nopal Newsletter

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

A Disease That Causes Inflammation

New DocumentA Disease That Causes Inflammation

 

What is ulcerative colitis?

Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in the lining of the rectum and colon. Ulcers form where inflammation has killed the cells that usually line the colon, then bleed and produce pus. Inflammation in the colon also causes the colon to empty frequently, causing diarrhea.

When the inflammation. occurs in the rectum and lower part of the colon it is called ulcerative proctitis. If the entire colon is affected it is called pancolitis. If only the left side of the colon is affected it is called limited or distal colitis.

Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), the general name for diseases that cause inflammation in the small intestine and colon. It can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms are similar to other intestinal disorders and to another type of IBD called Crohn’s disease. Crohn’s disease differs because it causes inflammation deeper within the intestinal wall and can occur in other parts of the digestive system including the small intestine, mouth, esophagus, and stomach.

Ulcerative colitis can occur in people of any age, but it usually starts between the ages of 15 and 30, and less frequently between 50 and 70 years of age. It affects men and women equally and appears to run in families, with reports of up to 20 percent of people with ulcerative colitis having a family member or relative with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease. A higher incidence of ulcerative colitis is seen in Whites and people of Jewish descent.

What are the symptoms of ulcerative colitis?

The most common symptoms of ulcerative colitis are abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea. Patients also may experience

* anemia
* fatigue
* weight loss
* loss of appetite
* rectal bleeding
* loss of body fluids and nutrients
* skin lesions
* joint pain
* growth failure (specifically in children)

About half of the people diagnosed with ulcerative colitis have mild symptoms. Others suffer frequent fevers, bloody diarrhea, nausea, and severe abdominal cramps. Ulcerative colitis may also cause problems such as arthritis, inflammation of the eye, liver disease, and osteoporosis. It is not known why these problems occur outside the colon. Scientists think these complications may be the result of inflammation triggered by the immune system. Some of these problems go away when the colitis is treated.

Information above provided by The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC) is a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

Nopal Known To Help With Inflammation

This nopal cactus has a long history of use as food and medicine. Its fleshy, leaf-like stems (cladodes), especially when young, are eaten as vegetables. The fruit is eaten raw, fermented into a beer, or turned into a cheese-like food. Medicinally, nopal fruit, stems, and flowers have been used to treat diabetes, stomach problems, fatigue, shortness of breath, easy bruising, prostate enlargement, and liver disease. Nopal is also a significant source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Now you can enjoy the wellness benefits of Nopal by simply drinking a revolutionary drink called Nopalea.

To learn more about benefits of Nopalea visit here Pain Relief

Jack Shea
King Article Writer
Providing Healthy Living Resources
Independent AM #13115780
Free Nopal Newsletter

The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Understanding Acute Inflammation

New DocumentUnderstanding Acute Inflammation

Inflammation

Your body uses acute inflammation to try to neutralize toxicity. Think of your reaction to a bee sting: redness, swelling, heat and pain. This is not caused by the toxins in the bee venom. It is the reaction of your body as it tries to eliminate the toxicity:

* Redness is the increase in blood supply to bring in immune system antibodies and remove the neutralized venom.

* Swelling is the lymphatic fluid that dilutes the concentrated poison while providing proteins for repair of the tissue damaged by the toxins.

* Heat comes from immune system activity as it battles the invading contaminant.

* Pain causes us to guard that area from further damage.

Chronic inflammation. occurs when the toxins are not completely removed from an area. A good example of this may be found in simple lawn chemicals, like fertilizers and pesticides. Certain fertilizers are potassium-based. Potassium is important for human health. When we are exposed to these fertilizers, our cells may accept the potassium along with the toxic “attachments.” Your immune system will constantly attack these contaminated cells until it destroys them. Clusters of diseases like Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis have been linked to these fertilizers.

Home sweet home – isolate and insulate

Neutralizing toxins in the body begins with isolating ourselves from chemical exposure. We must be diligent if we are to protect our family from toxic overload. Chemicals should be stored out of the living area in a place that is well-ventilated. This is especially true if there are children in the home, as developing brains are up to 10 times more likely to suffer damage from toxins than an adult nervous system.

Insulating ourselves against toxic exposure is equally important. Two nutrient classes shine when it comes to protection from pollution:

* Essential fatty acids – Many of the toxins we face are fat-soluble. We need “clean” fats in abundance to displace toxic fats in our brain, liver and other regions of our body.

* Antioxidants – Antioxidants neutralize toxins and Betalain antioxidants found in Nopal figs have two added benefits over standard antioxidants: o Betalains drain away the toxin from an affected area o Betalains shore up the cell membrane to help promote healing.

Betalains turn out to be our best tool in combating the causes of inflammation: toxins, stress, injury and nutrient deficiency. Use this excellent tool liberally to help you resist the increasing onslaught of toxins both inside and outside of our home sweet home! Now you can enjoy the wellness benefits of Nopal by simply drinking a revolutionary juice called Nopalea.

Above information found in the TriVita Weekly Wellness Report.

Recently, medical science has discovered many medicinal uses for Nopal you can read more information about the power of Nopal by visiting here > Pain Relief

Jack Shea
King Article Writer
Providing Healthy Living Resources
Independent AM #13115780
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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

Toxins: A Major Source of Inflammation

New DocumentToxins: A Major Source of Inflammation

 

Have you ever walked down the cleaning aisle at the supermarket? What was your experience? I hate it! In fact, I completely avoid that aisle. If I need something, I hold my breath, quickly get what I need and beat a hasty retreat from that toxic soup.

The soaps, bleaches, softeners and fragrances in the cleaning aisle are all in sealed containers. Yet, they still give off an overwhelming, nauseating stench that may make a person sick for hours. What happens when we bring those containers home? They continue to give off toxins. Only now, the containers are open and the process happens 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our toxic environment

In North America we are inundated with toxins every moment of every day. Pollution in our air, water and food challenges our ability to detoxify and adapt. Worse still, the place we think of as a haven from stress – our home – is likely the most toxic environment we face in our daily routines. Toxins released from household chemicals, fabric, carpet, fragrances and pesticides seep into our body in tiny amounts even as we sleep.

Toxic waste, like barnacles on the hull of a ship, drags us down. It slows the efficiency of our mitochondria (the energy-producing engines inside our cells). Noxious chemicals create fatigue, headaches, digestive disturbances and moodiness. Eventually, toxins become the focus for inflammation.

Inflammation

Your body uses acute inflammation to try to neutralize toxicity. Think of your reaction to a bee sting: redness, swelling, heat and pain. This is not caused by the toxins in the bee venom. It is the reaction of your body as it tries to eliminate the toxicit.

* Antioxidants – Antioxidants neutralize toxins and Betalain antioxidants found in Nopal figs have two added benefits over standard antioxidants: o Betalains drain away the toxin from an affected area o Betalains shore up the cell membrane to help promote healing.

Betalains turn out to be our best tool in combating the causes of inflammation: toxins, stress, injury and nutrient deficiency. Use this excellent tool liberally to help you resist the increasing onslaught of toxins both inside and outside of our home sweet home!

Above information found in the TriVita Weekly Wellness Report.

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Inflammation or Obesity Which Comes First?

In a 2004 Time magazine article entitled "The Secret Killer", chronic inflammation was targeted as the main issue behind a number of health problems including allergies, joint pain, high blood pressure, heart attacks, ulcers and even cancer. For many years now medical science has backed up these finding, due to continual research, as well as adding obesity to this growing list.

It has long been known that obesity increases inflammation all throughout the body, which begs the question, could inflammation be a cause, not an effect of the obesity?

A study based at the University of Wisconsin, Madison and University of California, San Diego targeted two areas: One being the hypothalamus, a brain region that regulates the body's energy balance and two a so called Master Switch of inflammation that's usually turned off. In lab tests mice that had the Master Switch of inflammation turned "ON" in the brain, and feed a high fat diet, ultimately gained weight. Then another test was performed on mice where genetic engineering turned the Master Switch "OFF" in the hypothalamus of the brain. These subjects were very much protected from becoming obese, and showed it via the results even after being on a high fat diet.

Our bodies need inflammation to fight off infection, the problem comes when this much needed inflammation can't or won't shut off, becoming chronic. The researchers concluded that finding out how to control the switch in the hypothalamus might open the door to fighting obesity and related diseases.

Further studies regarding obesity and inflammation were found by Dutch researchers writing in the journal PPAR Research. The article outlined the complex relationship between fat storage, insulin resistance and secreted proteins. The affect of obesity on tissue in body parts including the liver, scientists findings conclude there is a growing recognition that obesity represents a state of chronic low-level inflammation.

As research continues into the role between inflammation and excess weight, you can do something positive to help your body reduce inflammation. A natural wellness, breakthrough drink is helping people enjoy optimal wellness with daily use. Reduce inflammation, detoxify, achieve optimal cellular health, and protect against premature aging with Sonoran Bloom Nopalea by TriVita.

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Anemia of Inflammation Affects on Your Health

 

What causes anemia inflammation and chronic disease. (AI/ACD)?

A number of chronic diseases can cause anemia for different reasons.

Infectious and inflammatory diseases. As part of the immune response that occurs with infection and noninfectious inflammatory diseases, cells of the immune system release proteins called cytokines. These proteins help heal and defend the body against infection. But they can also affect normal body functions. In AI/ACD, immune cytokines interfere with the body’s ability to absorb and use iron. Cytokines may also interfere with the production and normal activity of erythropoietin (EPO), a hormone made by the kidneys that stimulates bone marrow to produce RBCs.

Infectious diseases that cause AI/ACD include tuberculosis, HIV, endocarditis—infection in the heart—and osteomyelitis, a bone infection. Sometimes acute infections—those that develop quickly and may not last long—can also cause AI/ACD.

Inflammatory diseases that can lead to AI/ACD include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, diabetes, heart failure, degenerative joint disease, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD, including Crohn’s disease, can also cause iron deficiency due to poor absorption of iron by the diseased intestine and bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract.

Kidney disease. People with kidney disease can develop anemia for several different reasons. For one, diseased kidneys often fail to make enough EPO. In addition, kidney disease results in abnormal absorption and use of iron, which is typical of AI/ACD. Because anemia worsens as kidney disease advances, nearly everyone with end-stage kidney disease has anemia.

People with kidney failure can also develop iron deficiency due to blood loss during hemodialysis, a procedure that removes blood from an artery, purifies it, and returns it to a vein, thereby doing the job that the kidneys no longer can. Low levels of iron and of folic acid—another nutrient required for normal RBC production—may also contribute to anemia in people with kidney disease.

Cancer. AI/ACD can occur with certain types of cancer, including Hodgkin’s disease, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and breast cancer. Like chronic inflammatory disorders and infections, these types of cancer cause inflammatory cytokines to be released in the body. The anemia of AI/ACD can also be made worse by cancer chemotherapy and radiation treatments that damage the bone marrow—where RBCs are produced—and by the cancer’s invasion of bone marrow.

Scientific research shows that the betalains found in the Nopal cactus fruit can help to detoxify your body, eliminating the poisons we encounter every day. Betalains also help the body reduce inflammation, protecting you from a wide variety of disorders. Learn more about betalains.

Betalains are a rare and potent class of antioxidants found in extremely high, concentrated levels in the Nopal cactus fruit. When you drink Nopalea, you take these betalains directly into your system, where they work on the cellular level to restore your vitality.

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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

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What is anemia?

Anemia is a condition in which the blood has a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells (RBCs). RBCs contain hemoglobin, an iron-rich protein that gives blood its red color and allows RBCs to transport oxygen from the lungs to the tissues of the body. Because RBC numbers are low in anemia, blood hemoglobin levels are also low.

People with anemia may feel tired because their blood does not supply enough oxygen to the body’s organs and tissues. If anemia becomes severe and prolonged, the lack of oxygen in the blood can lead to shortness of breath or exercise intolerance—a condition in which a person becomes easily fatigued during or after physical activity—and eventually cause the heart and other organs to fail.

What is anemia of Inflammation?

AI/ACD is a type of anemia that commonly occurs with chronic, or long-term, illnesses or infections. Cancer and inflammatory disorders, in which abnormal activation of the immune system occurs, can also cause AI/ACD. Some people develop AI/ACD without having any signs of these health problems.

AI/ACD is easily confused with iron-deficiency anemia because in both forms of anemia, levels of iron circulating in the blood are low. Circulating iron is necessary for RBC production. Low blood iron levels occur in iron-deficiency anemia because levels of iron stored in the body’s tissues are depleted. In AI/ACD, however, iron stores are normal or high. Low blood levels occur in AI/ACD, despite normal iron stores, because inflammatory and chronic diseases interfere with the body’s ability to use stored iron and absorb iron from the diet. Certain treatments for chronic diseases may also impair RBC production and contribute to AI/ACD. AI/ACD is the second most common form of anemia, after iron-deficiency anemia, but it is rarely severe.

While AI/ACD can affect people at any age, older adults are especially susceptible because they have the highest rates of chronic disease. AI/ACD is also common among hospitalized patients, particularly those with chronic illnesses.

More than 130 million Americans live with chronic conditions.1 Addressing the causes of anemia in people with chronic conditions can help improve their health and quality of life.

1Chronic disease overview. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Web site. http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/overview.htm. Updated March 20, 2008. Accessed April 1, 2008.

Recently, medical science has discovered many medicinal uses for Nopal.The mucilage and pectin that are extracted from the fibers of the plant produce a thick syrup that helps to regulate and reduce blood sugar and cholesterol. The syrup also relives sore throat and and irritable bowel syndrome.

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The above information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.