GOD SAVE OUR GENES! NOT TO MENTION OUR ENVIRONMENT!
I recently had a genetic test. Although I am interested in my ancestry--there were no big surprises in the results concerning that--my purpose was to see which of my genes were impacted negatively and therefore impacting my health.
One of my gene pairs has been negatively affected by Roundup, a herbicide. With that in mind, a news article caught my eye. Two seed companies are working together to develop a variety of sugar beets that are resistant to three different herbicides. One of the companies is Monsanto which has a bad name if you are concerned about your food being genetically modified. The article said that most of the sugar beets grown in the Snake River region have already been engineered by Monsanto to resist its widely-used Roundup herbicide.
I'm alarmed! I am concerned about both genetically modified food and widespread use of herbicides.
I am especially concerned for children. What can we do? I don't have a lot of answers but I will express some opinions in my next post.
I want to focus in this post on genes since they have been a big deal in my family and some of my extended family for a while. If I understand correctly, genes are proteins that run the enzymatic reactions needed for the many processes in the body. Chemical, physical, and emotional stressors impede these processes and/or slow them down. It makes sense to take away the stress on genes, or lower the stress level as much as possible.
For more than a decade, various family members have been concerned with the genes that when triggered manifest in gluten intolerance and celiac disease. I am one of those people as family members well know. These genes in my genetic makeup that were apparently triggered or impaired in my childhood are responsible for a lifetime of health difficulties.
Recently, being gluten free has become something of a fad. I saw some funny clips where people in Central Park were interviewed. The interviewer asked if they were gluten free and they said yes. Then they were asked what gluten was and they didn't really know.
Should everyone go gluten free? Some experts think so. Quoting from Betternutrition magazine, Nov. 2015: "Even if you do not have celiac disease, intolerances, allergies, or sensitivities, it may be beneficial to eat gluten-free. The body's natural response to gluten is inflammation in the intestine that can inhibit proper and efficient nutrient absorption, which in turn affects many physiological responses in the body, including reflexes, muscle response, physical endurance, stamina, muscle repair, and energy recovery. Research demonstrates that eating gluten-free can enhance athletic performance."
Should everyone go gluten free? People in my gene pool should seriously consider it! Maybe if we used "old wheat" of the time period when the Word of Wisdom was written most of us would tolerate it. But in this day and age of genetically modified foods, things are different.
However, being gluten free has it's own set of problems! One is that many people that go glutenfree are faced with poor alternative food choices. The other is that you lose a source of B vitamins. Taking that further, you lose the ability to produce certain beneficial bacteria in you gut. If you are gluten free, you should definitely be taking a probiotic containing Bifida strains.
That being said, the benefits of being gluten free far outweigh the obvious difficulties of the change in diet. Take from me! I know! That is why I am doing this post, with the hope that it will keep someone from having to suffer from all the myriad effects that gluten can have on a sensitive body and brain.
If you feel like you should go glutenfree but would like some definitive data supporting that choice, the best way I have found so far is enterolab.com. I recommend both the gene test and the gluten intolerance test.
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Sunday, January 24, 2016
Sunday, September 27, 2015
SUGAR: THE BIG, BAD WOLF THAT BLOWS DOWN OUR HOUSE OF HEALTH
I recently went to a professional development conference where the speaker presented hard evidence of the harmful effects of sugar. It scared me into writing this blog. I had been toying with the idea for a long time. During that time, I have collected articles, etc. with titles such as "Suicide by Sugar," "Sugar and How it Affects Your Life," "Sugar, the Great Food Deceiver," "Sugar's Hidden Danger"...You get the idea!
For a number of reasons I have been timid about speaking up on this subject. I have felt that I shouldn't stick my nose into others' nutritional business when I struggle so much myself with nutritional issues. However...as I listened to the presenter at this conference speak about the detrimental effects sugar has on children, I realized, "Uh-oh. I'm in the Early Childhood field and it is my business!" So here we go!
Lets start with the over consumption of sugar. The American Heart Association is now recommending that sugar consumption be limited for heart health. Conversely, sugar consumption is increasing in this nation to frightening levels. The AHA says that maximum consumption for men should be 9 teaspoons a day and 6 teaspoons a day for women. Obviously, sugar consumption for children should be less than that.
Most kids in the USA today are consuming 32 tsp. of sugar a day. Sugar consumption in 1999 was 158 pounds per person per year plus 20 pounds of corn syrup. I'm here to tell you it's not getting any better in 2015, but the effects over time are now evident! One in eight adults in the US have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, and diabetes is diagnosed in youth and children more often and at much younger ages.
Obesity is the most obvious symptom of sugar overdose. 2/3 of adults in the U.S. are obese (and the percentage is higher than that among us baby boomers). 1/3 of children in the U.S. are obese. The number of overweight children has tripled in a decade. 30% of obese children will develop diabetes. Half of U.S. children have chronic illness which includes diabetes.
Next, take a look at what sugar does in the brain. Brain imaging shows that a brain on sugar and a brain on cocaine are very similar. Sugar is addictive! Brain images the presenter showed us also show that sugar does the same thing to your brain that smoking, alcohol and cocaine do. You damage yourself with every dose of sugar. Here's the sugar addiction cycle:
1. You eat sugar and crave it because of its addictive properties.
2. Blood sugar levels spike
3. Blood sugar levels drop rapidly. Body craves the lost sugar high.
4. Hunger and cravings drive you to eat sugar and the cycle repeats itself.
This speaker delivered a great deal of research which shows that autism, ADHD, and other behavioral and health issues are increasing at an alarming rate and that individual children's challenges are more and more severe. She said, that while there is not one cause, sugar consumption factors in as part of the total load. It is a key player.
To summarize other harmful effects of sugar, I will quote from author, Linda Allen. "Sugar can also damage the immune system (compromising the defense against bacteria), produce an acidic stomach environment (ideal for Candida), cause food allergies...increase the size of the liver (disrupting it from filtering toxins and used hormones), and encourages the development of bad bacteria in the colon. This means more stress on the organs of elimination, more toxins and more yeast infection."
Now, just in case you are filled with despair because you are addicted to sugar and don't feel you can ever overcome it, here is a helpful suggestion from herbalogist, Roger Drummer. The first thing that goes into your mouth in the morning needs to be protein. Completely eliminate the typical sugary and refined carb breakfasts so many of us eat, especially children who prefer sugary cereals, pancakes, toast and jam. Protein is what the brain needs when you "break fast" and will reduce the cravings so that you can successfully avoid sugar the rest of the day. If you do give sugar to your children, at least balance it with protein.
Good luck. I know it's hard, but what is happening to all of us is scary. It is especially frightening to see what is happening to our children. I saw a tremendous difference years ago when I eliminated sugar from my children's diet. I know it helps!
I recently went to a professional development conference where the speaker presented hard evidence of the harmful effects of sugar. It scared me into writing this blog. I had been toying with the idea for a long time. During that time, I have collected articles, etc. with titles such as "Suicide by Sugar," "Sugar and How it Affects Your Life," "Sugar, the Great Food Deceiver," "Sugar's Hidden Danger"...You get the idea!
For a number of reasons I have been timid about speaking up on this subject. I have felt that I shouldn't stick my nose into others' nutritional business when I struggle so much myself with nutritional issues. However...as I listened to the presenter at this conference speak about the detrimental effects sugar has on children, I realized, "Uh-oh. I'm in the Early Childhood field and it is my business!" So here we go!
Lets start with the over consumption of sugar. The American Heart Association is now recommending that sugar consumption be limited for heart health. Conversely, sugar consumption is increasing in this nation to frightening levels. The AHA says that maximum consumption for men should be 9 teaspoons a day and 6 teaspoons a day for women. Obviously, sugar consumption for children should be less than that.
Most kids in the USA today are consuming 32 tsp. of sugar a day. Sugar consumption in 1999 was 158 pounds per person per year plus 20 pounds of corn syrup. I'm here to tell you it's not getting any better in 2015, but the effects over time are now evident! One in eight adults in the US have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, and diabetes is diagnosed in youth and children more often and at much younger ages.
Obesity is the most obvious symptom of sugar overdose. 2/3 of adults in the U.S. are obese (and the percentage is higher than that among us baby boomers). 1/3 of children in the U.S. are obese. The number of overweight children has tripled in a decade. 30% of obese children will develop diabetes. Half of U.S. children have chronic illness which includes diabetes.
Next, take a look at what sugar does in the brain. Brain imaging shows that a brain on sugar and a brain on cocaine are very similar. Sugar is addictive! Brain images the presenter showed us also show that sugar does the same thing to your brain that smoking, alcohol and cocaine do. You damage yourself with every dose of sugar. Here's the sugar addiction cycle:
1. You eat sugar and crave it because of its addictive properties.
2. Blood sugar levels spike
3. Blood sugar levels drop rapidly. Body craves the lost sugar high.
4. Hunger and cravings drive you to eat sugar and the cycle repeats itself.
This speaker delivered a great deal of research which shows that autism, ADHD, and other behavioral and health issues are increasing at an alarming rate and that individual children's challenges are more and more severe. She said, that while there is not one cause, sugar consumption factors in as part of the total load. It is a key player.
To summarize other harmful effects of sugar, I will quote from author, Linda Allen. "Sugar can also damage the immune system (compromising the defense against bacteria), produce an acidic stomach environment (ideal for Candida), cause food allergies...increase the size of the liver (disrupting it from filtering toxins and used hormones), and encourages the development of bad bacteria in the colon. This means more stress on the organs of elimination, more toxins and more yeast infection."
Now, just in case you are filled with despair because you are addicted to sugar and don't feel you can ever overcome it, here is a helpful suggestion from herbalogist, Roger Drummer. The first thing that goes into your mouth in the morning needs to be protein. Completely eliminate the typical sugary and refined carb breakfasts so many of us eat, especially children who prefer sugary cereals, pancakes, toast and jam. Protein is what the brain needs when you "break fast" and will reduce the cravings so that you can successfully avoid sugar the rest of the day. If you do give sugar to your children, at least balance it with protein.
Good luck. I know it's hard, but what is happening to all of us is scary. It is especially frightening to see what is happening to our children. I saw a tremendous difference years ago when I eliminated sugar from my children's diet. I know it helps!
Friday, July 24, 2015
NEWS FLASH! PROBIOTICS!!!
Industrialization has wiped beneficial microorganisms out of our gutscape. Urban dwellers, and really the whole industrialized world, have a deficit in our microbiomes or in other words, the microorganisms in our guts. This deficit may contribute to low-grade anxiety, psychological distress, less resiliency, negative mental outlook, etc. We can't overcome this deficit by simply taking probiotics but they can really make a difference. We also need to get outside and move. Connect. Eat real food.
A lady in our new ward subscribes to medical journals and was kind enough to give me this piece of information: Roots of Gluten Sensitivity is the title..
"Studies have shown a strong correlation between low levels of Bifidobacteria and the risk of children becoming susceptible to gluten sensitivity or even celiac disease, a more potent form of sensitivity.
Bifidobacteria suppresses the release of inflammatory cytokines from macrophages and microglia, the main culprit immune cells in celiac disease.
The link to Bifidobacteria is so strong that it has been proposed as a way to prevent the disorder in high-risk individuals and in animal models of gluten sensitivity as it reverses gluten damage in the gut.
Being on a gluten-free diet can improve most of the symptoms of celiac disease, but has no effect on levels of Bifidobacteria, which need to be increased.
Most cases of gluten sensitivity and even full blown celiac disease go undiagnosed for 20 years or more. This makes treatment with Bifidobacteria early in life even more important."
From the Blaylock Wellness Report, July 2016 p. 5
Industrialization has wiped beneficial microorganisms out of our gutscape. Urban dwellers, and really the whole industrialized world, have a deficit in our microbiomes or in other words, the microorganisms in our guts. This deficit may contribute to low-grade anxiety, psychological distress, less resiliency, negative mental outlook, etc. We can't overcome this deficit by simply taking probiotics but they can really make a difference. We also need to get outside and move. Connect. Eat real food.
A lady in our new ward subscribes to medical journals and was kind enough to give me this piece of information: Roots of Gluten Sensitivity is the title..
"Studies have shown a strong correlation between low levels of Bifidobacteria and the risk of children becoming susceptible to gluten sensitivity or even celiac disease, a more potent form of sensitivity.
Bifidobacteria suppresses the release of inflammatory cytokines from macrophages and microglia, the main culprit immune cells in celiac disease.
The link to Bifidobacteria is so strong that it has been proposed as a way to prevent the disorder in high-risk individuals and in animal models of gluten sensitivity as it reverses gluten damage in the gut.
Being on a gluten-free diet can improve most of the symptoms of celiac disease, but has no effect on levels of Bifidobacteria, which need to be increased.
Most cases of gluten sensitivity and even full blown celiac disease go undiagnosed for 20 years or more. This makes treatment with Bifidobacteria early in life even more important."
From the Blaylock Wellness Report, July 2016 p. 5
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
EMPOWER PEEPS, LISTEN UP!
FYI For a lot of people that take Empower, it is a long-term commitment. Why? Because Empower is food/nutrition and needs to be replaced daily just like other food we eat. Our brains, and I'm talking about the entire human race, are fueled by the food we eat. In order for Empower to work well, it needs to be taken every day in the dosage that your individual brain and make-up requires.
You are unique, your circumstances are different than anyone else. I personally can't determine what is best for you, but I am learning that there are some commonalities. The biggest one is that, whether or not you are on medication, you need to work up gradually to the dosage that is best for you.
As you work up gradually, start taking Empower with breakfast. Take one capsule at breakfast. The next day add a capsule at lunch. The third day take two at breakfast, then two at lunch. If taking more than four, then the next day add another at breakfast and another at lunch. If taking higher doses ( and you should consult with Support personnel to know correct amount for you) then add Empower at dinner but be sure to take that dose 4-5 hours before bedtime
Always take Empower with food, ideally with meals. Eat half of your meal, take the Empower, then eat the rest of your meal.
Eight is the highest dosage for most people. Support people I have talked to have recommended at least six a day for people in a high stress situation/lifestyle. Four is generally a good maintenance dose. A body can't absorb more than three at a time, so take that four in two doses. Also avoid taking it anywhere near bedtime for optimal sleep.
Most people don't get a stomach ache with Empower, and if they do, it is temporary. If you do get a stomach ache, you may need to back off and build up more slowly. In this and any other discomforts that you feel might be related to taking Empower, call Support and get their take on it.
If you take thyroid medication, you need to determine with help from Support what is the best time to take thyroid medication in relationship to Empower.
I was told that when pregnant and lactating mothers take Empower, it gives their baby's brain what it needs. The baby will be calmer, happier, and more intelligent. Support will help these mothers to know how to get started and dosage amounts. Eight is the recommended dosage for pregnancy. Pregnant mothers may want to take additional folate and iron.
Something to be aware of is that some supplements interfere with Empower and shouldn't be taken if you are taking Empower. Clear any herbs or supplements with the Support staff.
To smooth out any difficulties you may be experiencing, Support people may suggest additional products that are compatible with Empower. For example, I was told that Choline helps with racing thoughts. It calms the brain and doesn't interfere with Empower. It can be purchased at a health food store. It's not habit forming and you can safely take up to 2000 mg. a day if you spread it out.
In a previous post I talked about taking probiotics. You can and should take them along with Empower. Some people also require some anti-fungal use.
If you are on psychotropic medication and in the process of taking Empower to reduce or completely go off the meds, you will start feeling overmedicated as your brain heals. For most people this is a groggy, lethargic feeling or possibly agitation. Again, call Support to know how to reduce medication and get feeling good again.
Remember that these are only general guidelines. YOU might be different. Support personnel are awesome at helping you figure out what is best for you.
Does it sound like I am totally in support of Support. Yup! I am. I feel it is such a great resource! Are you concerned with the expense? All I can say is investing in brain health is one of the most important investments you could ever make. In my own experience, sometimes answers to prayers cost $. And it's worth it!!
Be well!
As you work up gradually, start taking Empower with breakfast. Take one capsule at breakfast. The next day add a capsule at lunch. The third day take two at breakfast, then two at lunch. If taking more than four, then the next day add another at breakfast and another at lunch. If taking higher doses ( and you should consult with Support personnel to know correct amount for you) then add Empower at dinner but be sure to take that dose 4-5 hours before bedtime
Always take Empower with food, ideally with meals. Eat half of your meal, take the Empower, then eat the rest of your meal.
Eight is the highest dosage for most people. Support people I have talked to have recommended at least six a day for people in a high stress situation/lifestyle. Four is generally a good maintenance dose. A body can't absorb more than three at a time, so take that four in two doses. Also avoid taking it anywhere near bedtime for optimal sleep.
Most people don't get a stomach ache with Empower, and if they do, it is temporary. If you do get a stomach ache, you may need to back off and build up more slowly. In this and any other discomforts that you feel might be related to taking Empower, call Support and get their take on it.
If you take thyroid medication, you need to determine with help from Support what is the best time to take thyroid medication in relationship to Empower.
I was told that when pregnant and lactating mothers take Empower, it gives their baby's brain what it needs. The baby will be calmer, happier, and more intelligent. Support will help these mothers to know how to get started and dosage amounts. Eight is the recommended dosage for pregnancy. Pregnant mothers may want to take additional folate and iron.
Something to be aware of is that some supplements interfere with Empower and shouldn't be taken if you are taking Empower. Clear any herbs or supplements with the Support staff.
To smooth out any difficulties you may be experiencing, Support people may suggest additional products that are compatible with Empower. For example, I was told that Choline helps with racing thoughts. It calms the brain and doesn't interfere with Empower. It can be purchased at a health food store. It's not habit forming and you can safely take up to 2000 mg. a day if you spread it out.
In a previous post I talked about taking probiotics. You can and should take them along with Empower. Some people also require some anti-fungal use.
If you are on psychotropic medication and in the process of taking Empower to reduce or completely go off the meds, you will start feeling overmedicated as your brain heals. For most people this is a groggy, lethargic feeling or possibly agitation. Again, call Support to know how to reduce medication and get feeling good again.
Remember that these are only general guidelines. YOU might be different. Support personnel are awesome at helping you figure out what is best for you.
Does it sound like I am totally in support of Support. Yup! I am. I feel it is such a great resource! Are you concerned with the expense? All I can say is investing in brain health is one of the most important investments you could ever make. In my own experience, sometimes answers to prayers cost $. And it's worth it!!
Be well!
Sunday, January 25, 2015
"INSTRUCTION MANUAL" FOR HAVING SUPPORT WHILE USING EMPOWERPLUS
Empowerplus is a powerful nutritional supplement specially formulated to nourish the brain and repair brain function without side effects. If you are on medication, it is vital that you work with support personel who have been trained to help you to either get off your medication or be able to take Empower along with medication. Even if you are not on a medication, order to gain the greatest benefit, it is vital that you are an informed user.
I am so grateful that I have had the Support program to help me and mine make our way through the difficult and bewildering tangle of symptoms and side effects caused by medications. I loved being able to access it on most business days. I talked many times to knowledgeable, professional Support personnel who have been trained to help individuals to use EMPowerplus effectively.
So these are my instructions:
1) Access Support for as long as you need it. In this post I will tell you how to do that. Let me emphasize again that if you are on psychotropic medications, you really must have Support! Remember too that Caffeine is essentially a medication, along with tea and certain herbs. Be aware that if you are taking thyroid along with this supplement there is a certain protocol. You may choose to replace medication with EMPowerplus. Support personnel will guide you in doing that safely.
2) Give it a good try, long enough to see results. If it stops working well or you experience any kind
of difficulties that you think might be related, call Support personnel.
You can buy Empowerplus from Truehope, the parent company, or through QScience, the direct marketing company that makes Empower available in the United States. It is also available through Amazon. If you are buying Empower, renamed Q96 because it is no longer a Truehope product, through QScience it is less expensive but does not offer any support.
Empowerplus is a powerful nutritional supplement specially formulated to nourish the brain and repair brain function without side effects. If you are on medication, it is vital that you work with support personel who have been trained to help you to either get off your medication or be able to take Empower along with medication. Even if you are not on a medication, order to gain the greatest benefit, it is vital that you are an informed user.
I am so grateful that I have had the Support program to help me and mine make our way through the difficult and bewildering tangle of symptoms and side effects caused by medications. I loved being able to access it on most business days. I talked many times to knowledgeable, professional Support personnel who have been trained to help individuals to use EMPowerplus effectively.
So these are my instructions:
1) Access Support for as long as you need it. In this post I will tell you how to do that. Let me emphasize again that if you are on psychotropic medications, you really must have Support! Remember too that Caffeine is essentially a medication, along with tea and certain herbs. Be aware that if you are taking thyroid along with this supplement there is a certain protocol. You may choose to replace medication with EMPowerplus. Support personnel will guide you in doing that safely.
2) Give it a good try, long enough to see results. If it stops working well or you experience any kind
of difficulties that you think might be related, call Support personnel.
You can buy Empowerplus from Truehope, the parent company, or through QScience, the direct marketing company that makes Empower available in the United States. It is also available through Amazon. If you are buying Empower, renamed Q96 because it is no longer a Truehope product, through QScience it is less expensive but does not offer any support.
There are two ways I know of to get the support you need. One way is from Truehope. To be eligible for Support from Truehope, you must order supplements from there. Empower from Truehope costs more than buying wholesale from QScience. Essentially, that cost difference pays for Truehope Support. The Truehope phone number is 1-888-878-3467.
The other way is through MicroNutrient Support Services Anyone can access this Service by calling 1-866-397-3116. They provide support IF you have bought and are using EMPower which is the Truehope product. They do not offer support if you are taking Q96. They offer a free assessment to help you determine if you need the Support Services and to inform you on the protocol for building up the dosage of Empower.
For this free assessment, register at www.micronutrient support.com. Fill out the registration to the point where it asks you to enter credit card info. Instead of doing that, exit out. Within 24 hours you can expect a phone call to complete the assessment. If it is determined that you need the Support, there is a monthly fee. As of Oct. 2020, the monthly cost is $34.85. I was told that most people don't require Support for a long period of time.
An option for buying is to join the QScience company. If you choose this option, you pay about $80 a year and buy the product wholesale on autoship, which is the lowest cost. Or you can be a preferred customer and get autoship. Or you can buy retail which costs the most. Go to my website wellonyourway.myqsciences.com to join and/or order product.
An option for buying is to join the QScience company. If you choose this option, you pay about $80 a year and buy the product wholesale on autoship, which is the lowest cost. Or you can be a preferred customer and get autoship. Or you can buy retail which costs the most. Go to my website wellonyourway.myqsciences.com to join and/or order product.
Sunday, July 27, 2014
EXPLORING: EMPOWER
EXPLORING THE POSSIBILITIES: EMPOWERPLUS
The road to wellness is a journey of exploration and learning which is never over. My experience has taught me that healthy brain and healthy digestion equal a healthy, happy and productive life.
Currently I am looking at the ways Empowerplus can aid mental health. 25 or more research studies show that use of Empowerplus corrects the unique imbalances and deficiencies associated with mental illness. In smaller amounts EMPower is effective for people whose lives are stressful, or who have mild depression or negative thinking.
How about anyone using Empower as their multivitamin? My husband does. Our friend whose job requires complex thinking all day long, says the his thinking is sharper since he started taking Empowerplus. I know someone else who sleeps better as long as he takes it. People who are under a lot of stress report that they are able to manage better while taking Empowerplus.
Empowerplus has four aspects that make it superior to generic multivitamins.
First, it is micronized, so the nutrients are small enough for the body to use. Because Empowerplus is micronutrients which are small enough to cross the blood-brain barrier, it can reach the sites in the brain where it is really needed.
Second, it is chelated. The nutrients are bound to a protein the body can use.
Third, it is balanced for maximum absorption. Vitamins and minerals depend on each other for absorption. For example, calcium needs vitamin D to be absorbed.
Fourth, Empowerplus can be taken in high enough doses to address deficiencies and promote proper metabolic functioning.
Personally I have worked a lot on my thinking. I have done a number of things to overcome negative thinking and improve flawed thought patterns. I know I am well because I have done this. However, I have also learned that it is difficult, and even sometimes impossible, to maintain those healthy ways of thinking if something is messing with my brain chemistry.
As women, we are universally hard on ourselves--some of us really excel at this. When you factor in some imbalances in the brain, it's likely to grow out of proportion. For me, it's been helpful to realize that it's all about brain chemicals--not character flaws.
Whether or not you are on psychiatric meds, but especially if you are, and want to take this supplement you MUST be informed about how to use it. That is why the two organizations that produce EMPowerplus, provide a very fine support system. It is composed of counselors who are trained and ready to help customers with the optimal dosage and schedule. They will listen with interest to your symptoms and concerns and advise you about the compatibility of medications and other supplements or herbs that you may be using. My next post will be an "instruction manual" for accessing this support.
The road to wellness is a journey of exploration and learning which is never over. My experience has taught me that healthy brain and healthy digestion equal a healthy, happy and productive life.
Currently I am looking at the ways Empowerplus can aid mental health. 25 or more research studies show that use of Empowerplus corrects the unique imbalances and deficiencies associated with mental illness. In smaller amounts EMPower is effective for people whose lives are stressful, or who have mild depression or negative thinking.
How about anyone using Empower as their multivitamin? My husband does. Our friend whose job requires complex thinking all day long, says the his thinking is sharper since he started taking Empowerplus. I know someone else who sleeps better as long as he takes it. People who are under a lot of stress report that they are able to manage better while taking Empowerplus.
Empowerplus has four aspects that make it superior to generic multivitamins.
First, it is micronized, so the nutrients are small enough for the body to use. Because Empowerplus is micronutrients which are small enough to cross the blood-brain barrier, it can reach the sites in the brain where it is really needed.
Second, it is chelated. The nutrients are bound to a protein the body can use.
Third, it is balanced for maximum absorption. Vitamins and minerals depend on each other for absorption. For example, calcium needs vitamin D to be absorbed.
Fourth, Empowerplus can be taken in high enough doses to address deficiencies and promote proper metabolic functioning.
Personally I have worked a lot on my thinking. I have done a number of things to overcome negative thinking and improve flawed thought patterns. I know I am well because I have done this. However, I have also learned that it is difficult, and even sometimes impossible, to maintain those healthy ways of thinking if something is messing with my brain chemistry.
As women, we are universally hard on ourselves--some of us really excel at this. When you factor in some imbalances in the brain, it's likely to grow out of proportion. For me, it's been helpful to realize that it's all about brain chemicals--not character flaws.
Whether or not you are on psychiatric meds, but especially if you are, and want to take this supplement you MUST be informed about how to use it. That is why the two organizations that produce EMPowerplus, provide a very fine support system. It is composed of counselors who are trained and ready to help customers with the optimal dosage and schedule. They will listen with interest to your symptoms and concerns and advise you about the compatibility of medications and other supplements or herbs that you may be using. My next post will be an "instruction manual" for accessing this support.
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
KIBBLES AND BITS, MICE AND PIGS
Kibbles and Bits, Mice and Pigs
When my friend's dog was nine years old, the pet showed signs of advancing age. She couldn't jump in the truck like she used to. Since she couldn't participate in outdoor family activities any more, she had to be left behind. Being sedentary, she started gaining weight. This dog had only eaten Kibbles and Bits for her entire life. She didn't like any other dog food. However, my friend thought a change of dog food might help her dog better endure advancing age and keep the dog's weight down.
My friend went to a store to look at a more expensive dog food, Science Diet, which is highly nutritious. Because it was twice the cost of K and B, my friend was hesitating to buy it. A clerk, noticing her indecision, touted the benefits of Science Diet. The clerk said Kibbles and Bits was addictive because of the sugary content.
My friend bought some Science Diet to try. Her dog wouldn't eat it. Deprived of Kibbles and Bits, the dog did go through withdrawal--noticeably shaking. My friend had to slowly wean her off of Kibbles and Bits so the dog wouldn't starve to death. She mixed the two dog foods--gradually increasing the nutritious one and decreasing K and B. The dog is on straight Science Diet now and still very much dislikes it. However, the dog is a bundle of energy now. She obviously feels much better. Her coat is shiney. She can jump in the truck again!
A local doctor told me about a study done with mice that showed a gut-brain connection. According to him, mice fed on a diet very much like that of the average American, were put in a pool of water with no way to get out. This produced anxiety in the mice and they "freaked out." When mice who had been on a regimen that included probiotics ( beneficial gut flora) were put in a pool of water with no way to get out, they remained calm. They swam around looking for a way out. A third group of mice were put on a regimen of probiotics and then vagotomized (severing of the vagus nerve which is a connection between gut and brain.)
These mice were put in a pool of water with no way out. They also "freaked out" in the same manner as the first group of mice.
Quoting from the study, "Accumulating clinical evidence suggests that probiotics can modulate the stress response and improve mood and anxiety symptoms in patients with chronic fatigue and irritable bowel syndrome." Admittedly this is a layperson's explanation of the study which can be found in PNAS, Sept.20, 2011, vol. 108, no. 38.
Now for the Pigs. Actually this is a story about humans--about a father with a desperate desire to save his children. Anthony Stephan's wife suffered from bipolar disorder which ultimately led to her suicide. A year later, two of Anthony's children were diagnosed with Bipolar I, the most severe form of the illness. This meant a future of hospitalizations, medications, and possible early death for both of them. Anthony began a search for a way to change this grim forecast. He searched medical journals, books, anything he could find. He prayed ceaselessly, "hoping God would hear his cries and have mercy on his broken family."
His answer came when he met David Hardy who had been an animal feed formulator for 20 years. When he heard Anthony's story, he said the behavior of Anthony's son sounded like a pig with ear-and-tail-biting syndrome. Hardy knew that some farmers had successfully eliminated this syndrome with nutritional supplementation. Anthony and David worked with scientists and manufacturers to create a version of this supplementation for human consumption. By using this supplement, called EMPower, Anthony's children recovered and resumed healthy lives. Since that time EMPower has helped thousands of people with mental illness. It also has helped alleviate migraines, seizures, dementia, hyperlipidemia, diabetic neuropathy, anemias, ADHD, ALS. Giving EMPower to rats is showing regrowth of brain cells. Many studies done on humans prove its remarkable effectiveness.
This supplement has mended the broken health of one of my family members and been helpful to others. It has been and is an answer to my prayers. We have purchased it for many years now. Even though it has been quite expensive, it has been worth every penny. Recently, a friend told me that EMPower could now be purchased for significantly less cost through a new company. Because this blog is not a sales venue, you can go to my website: https://wellonyourway.myqsciences.com to purchase and read my three other posts about Empower to learn more.
My stories about dogs, pigs and mice emphasis the importance of good nutrition (and probiotics) to our well being and health. Quality makes a difference. The balance and ratios of the nutrients is vitally important, especially for deficiencies related to mental illness. While you need to be informed about any supplement you take, this is especially true when you are using EMPower. Know that much help, support and information is available.
When my friend's dog was nine years old, the pet showed signs of advancing age. She couldn't jump in the truck like she used to. Since she couldn't participate in outdoor family activities any more, she had to be left behind. Being sedentary, she started gaining weight. This dog had only eaten Kibbles and Bits for her entire life. She didn't like any other dog food. However, my friend thought a change of dog food might help her dog better endure advancing age and keep the dog's weight down.
My friend went to a store to look at a more expensive dog food, Science Diet, which is highly nutritious. Because it was twice the cost of K and B, my friend was hesitating to buy it. A clerk, noticing her indecision, touted the benefits of Science Diet. The clerk said Kibbles and Bits was addictive because of the sugary content.
My friend bought some Science Diet to try. Her dog wouldn't eat it. Deprived of Kibbles and Bits, the dog did go through withdrawal--noticeably shaking. My friend had to slowly wean her off of Kibbles and Bits so the dog wouldn't starve to death. She mixed the two dog foods--gradually increasing the nutritious one and decreasing K and B. The dog is on straight Science Diet now and still very much dislikes it. However, the dog is a bundle of energy now. She obviously feels much better. Her coat is shiney. She can jump in the truck again!
A local doctor told me about a study done with mice that showed a gut-brain connection. According to him, mice fed on a diet very much like that of the average American, were put in a pool of water with no way to get out. This produced anxiety in the mice and they "freaked out." When mice who had been on a regimen that included probiotics ( beneficial gut flora) were put in a pool of water with no way to get out, they remained calm. They swam around looking for a way out. A third group of mice were put on a regimen of probiotics and then vagotomized (severing of the vagus nerve which is a connection between gut and brain.)
These mice were put in a pool of water with no way out. They also "freaked out" in the same manner as the first group of mice.
Quoting from the study, "Accumulating clinical evidence suggests that probiotics can modulate the stress response and improve mood and anxiety symptoms in patients with chronic fatigue and irritable bowel syndrome." Admittedly this is a layperson's explanation of the study which can be found in PNAS, Sept.20, 2011, vol. 108, no. 38.
Now for the Pigs. Actually this is a story about humans--about a father with a desperate desire to save his children. Anthony Stephan's wife suffered from bipolar disorder which ultimately led to her suicide. A year later, two of Anthony's children were diagnosed with Bipolar I, the most severe form of the illness. This meant a future of hospitalizations, medications, and possible early death for both of them. Anthony began a search for a way to change this grim forecast. He searched medical journals, books, anything he could find. He prayed ceaselessly, "hoping God would hear his cries and have mercy on his broken family."
His answer came when he met David Hardy who had been an animal feed formulator for 20 years. When he heard Anthony's story, he said the behavior of Anthony's son sounded like a pig with ear-and-tail-biting syndrome. Hardy knew that some farmers had successfully eliminated this syndrome with nutritional supplementation. Anthony and David worked with scientists and manufacturers to create a version of this supplementation for human consumption. By using this supplement, called EMPower, Anthony's children recovered and resumed healthy lives. Since that time EMPower has helped thousands of people with mental illness. It also has helped alleviate migraines, seizures, dementia, hyperlipidemia, diabetic neuropathy, anemias, ADHD, ALS. Giving EMPower to rats is showing regrowth of brain cells. Many studies done on humans prove its remarkable effectiveness.
This supplement has mended the broken health of one of my family members and been helpful to others. It has been and is an answer to my prayers. We have purchased it for many years now. Even though it has been quite expensive, it has been worth every penny. Recently, a friend told me that EMPower could now be purchased for significantly less cost through a new company. Because this blog is not a sales venue, you can go to my website: https://wellonyourway.myqsciences.com to purchase and read my three other posts about Empower to learn more.
My stories about dogs, pigs and mice emphasis the importance of good nutrition (and probiotics) to our well being and health. Quality makes a difference. The balance and ratios of the nutrients is vitally important, especially for deficiencies related to mental illness. While you need to be informed about any supplement you take, this is especially true when you are using EMPower. Know that much help, support and information is available.
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