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Vitamin D Deficiency Is An Epidemic.
Vitamin D has dominated the health headlines lately."People with a vitamin D deficiency are twice as likely to die."
"Lack of vitamin D rampant in infants, teens."
"Breast cancer patients deficient in vitamin D."
"Vitamin D protects against heart attacks in men."
"Vitamin D deficiency increases chances of getting influenza."
"Prostates protected by vitamin D."
"Ensuring vitamin D levels never get low is a way of protecting against cancer."
"Vitamin D to boost mood in older adults."
These studies are only from within the last two months.
Why so much press? Vitamin D deficiency is officially considered
an epidemic in the United States as well as in many other countries.
Click on the link below to find out why there is an epidemic and
Bonnie's recommendations to combat vitamin D deficiency.
We've Got a Bone to Pick With Oprah.
Oprah Winfrey just finished a 21
day cleanse that received a lot of attention. In this case, the
"Oprah effect" may have been detrimental to the thousands that
followed her lead.Kathy Freston, self-proclaimed "Conscious Living Counselor" and author of The Quantum Wellness Plan, has no credentials as a dietitian, physician, or any other licensed health professional. Her cleanse plan can actually create health problems for some individuals. Why?
1. It contains too many common food reactors:
Mushroom (mold allergy), Soy (third most common allergen), Wheat (second most common allergen, highest gluten food, and cross reactive to grass pollen), and Peanut (high mold content, life threatening allergy and cross reactive to grass and tree pollen)
2. This cleanse would be awful for anyone suffering from chronic yeast imbalance because many of the foods are yeast-producing.
3. The huge amount of soy could be contraindicated for hypothyroid individuals on medication and for women who have an estrogen positive breast cancer history, especially if they are on medication to keep them in remission.
For these reasons, we have created a 2 to 3 week cleanse that is gentle, sustainable, vegan, soy-free, gluten-free, peanut-free, artificial sweetener-free, and well-tolerated for most individuals who suffer from chronic yeast problems.
Battle Lines Drawn for Pregnancy Care.
In April, the American Medical Association made a statement about home
births by voting to tighten physician control over midwives. They also
are going to develop model legislation in support of their concept for
the safest setting for labor, delivery, and the immediate post-partum
period, which is in the hospital setting.
While home births are not by any means the norm, and do not come
without risk, they have been proven to be a safe and incredible
experience for many.
More importantly, the AMA should be looking at themselves in the mirror
because the epidemic of premature babies is a clear and present danger.
Underweight babies born in the United states have increased to its
highest rate in 40 years, due in large part to fertility treatments,
poor prenatal care, medication intake during pregnancy, and excess
procedures during pregnancy.
Alternatively, you rarely see this with babies born by home births. Our
beloved chiropractor, Dr. Liselotte Schuster, offers a explanation for
premature contractions and what steps you can take to see your baby to
full term.
July Sale - 20% OFF.
Metagenics UltraClear Medical FoodJust add water. Use with our Smart Cleanse or Smart Detox Action Plans. Safe, gentle, and well-researched for stimulating the activity of our often compromised detoxification pathways.
Twinlab Quercetin + C
While most vitamin C is derived from corn-based ascorbic acid, this source comes from the hypoallergenic sago palm. Quercetin is a powerful bioflavanoid that has been extensively researched for heart health, lowering blood pressure, pancreatic cancer risk, polyp development, inflammation, wound healing, and tooth decay. Quercetin and vitamin C enhance the activity of one another, creating an antioxidant powerhouse.
Cardiovascular Research Hepagen
Our long-standing and most effective nutrient for liver nourishment/protection/detoxification. Hepagen contains Alpha Lipoic Acid and Silymarin, two of the most well-researched, safe nutrients for aiding malfunctioning livers and blood sugar disorders.
Metagenics Advaclear
Advaclear performs the same purpose as UltraClear, except in capsule form.
The Skinny on CFL's.
Transitioning to Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs are wonderful for
reducing your electric bill as well as your overall carbon load.
However, if a CFL ever breaks in your house, you need to discard it
properly because it contains a small amount of mercury, which is
especially toxic when emitted through the air.The same goes for standard fluorescent. Click below for the protocol.
What if I accidentally break a fluorescent lamp in my house?
Recipes du Jour.
Once a month, we highlight a recipe from our database or from you. We
welcome entries by email to nutrocon@aol.com.
Roasted Chicken Salad with Mango and Pistachios
Great summer salad recipe!
-4 bone-in organic or free-range chicken breast halves
-sea or Kosher salt
-¼ c. reduced-fat mayonnaise
-¾ c. 2% Greek style yogurt
-2 T. lemon juice
-1 tsp. dried tarragon
-1 tsp. Dijon mustard
-½ tsp. grated lemon peel, optional
-2 ribs celery, diced
-½ red bell pepper, seeded and diced
-1 mango, peeled and cut into cubes
-½ c. shelled unsalted pistachios, coarsely chopped
-¼ c. fresh parsley, chopped
Directions: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking dish with
foil. Place the chicken in the baking dish. Coat with cooking spray and
season with salt. Roast for approximately 30 minutes, or until cooked
through. Set aside to cool. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise,
yogurt, lemon juice, tarragon, mustard, and optional lemon peel. Remove
the skin and bones from the chicken and shred by hand into bite-size
pieces. Fold into the dressing, along with the celery, bell pepper,
mango, pistachios, and parsley. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
SERVES: 6
July Announcements.
-Fluoride's glory may be cresting.-Golfers may be at increased risk for diabetes.
-Americans are eating better-for-you foods instead of dieting.
-Big breakfast aids weight loss.
-Change in your diet can change your genes.
-Foods set switches for better health.
-We are delighted to have Aga Adamczyk as Bonnie's intern. Aga is fulfilling her hours to become a licensed dietitian nutritionist.
Mosquito Quick Tip.
It is still early in the summer, but the mosquitoes are ravenous,
especially in the rain soaked Midwest. We have accounts that mosquitoes
are not just biting at dawn and dusk, prime feeding time, but all day
long.One tried and tested, albeit unconventional preventive, is Vitamin B-1 (thiamin). Taking at least 100 mg. of Vitamin B-1 before going outdoors changes your body's odor, while undetectable to humans, is oppressive to mosquitoes.
Locavore Tidbit.
What's in Season in July in the MidwestBeans, Beets, Bell Peppers, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cabbage, Cantaloupes, Carrots, Cherries, Cucumbers, Currants, Eggplant, Fennel, Garlic, Horseradish, Melons, Mushrooms, Nectarines, Okra, Onions, Peaches, Plums, Potatoes, Radicchio, Radishes, Raspberries, Rhubarb, Scallions, Summer Squash, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Turnips
Locally grown produce provides an incredibly fresh and less toxic product, supports your local economy, and reduces your carbon load.
In Case You Missed It.
Here's a recap of the timely issues we covered in June:The Importance of Stress Management.
Top Ten Anti-Aging Tips.
Whole Foods Red Flags.
THE CUTTING EDGE OF NUTRITION
DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS & SELF-HELP LITERATURE
SERVICES
BRAND BUZZ - Bonnie-Approved Stuff!
THE REJUVENATING ROOM
Nutritional Concepts, Inc.