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Did You Know: Liquid Vitamins and Minerals...
Nutritional studies show that liquid vitamins and minerals
are better for the body and more fully absorbed and utilized.
Research studies on vitamins and minerals were reviewed for evidence
of added benefits when delivering these nutritional supplements
in a liquid form (Journal of Medicinal Food, 1998, Volume 2, Number
3, P. 207).
It was found that nutritional supplements in liquid form, as
compared with solids, such as pills, tablets and capsules, are
beneficial in many ways.
Liquids are:
When you buy solids, you are paying for a product that your
body is unable to use fully. The body much more quickly absorbs
liquid vitamin and mineral supplements!
Did You Know: Vitamins E & C…
Vitamins E and C Together at High Doses Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s
Disease.
John Hopkins University researchers recently reported that the
intake of vitamins E and C in combination reduced both the prevalence
and incidence of Alzheimer’s disease. Using data gathered from
a large group of respondents age 65 and older, the researchers’
investigation revealed that high doses of certain antioxidants
may mitigate age-related cognitive deterioration by protecting
neurons from free radical damage. Free radicals are unstable oxygen
molecules that can damage the body from exposure to environmental
toxins, intake of chemicals found in processed foods, overexertion,
etc. Because of the results of this study, researchers suggest
that antioxidant supplements merit further study as agents for
the primary prevention of Alzheimer’s disease.
Archives of Neurology, Volume 61, January, 2004.
Did You Know: Vitamin and Trace Element Supplementation…
Vitamin and Trace Element Supplementation Proven Beneficial.
A recent research study in Canada looked at whether or not there
were any benefits to taking a multivitamin and trace element supplement.
Twenty-two people between the ages of 50-65 were given a supplement
for one year and an equal group was given a placebo. The supplement
group showed a stronger immune system response in a variety of
tests. The total number of sick days taken by the placebo group
was 24 vs 11 in the supplement group. Half the subjects on the
placebo product were found to have low blood levels of at least
one of the nutrients, while no one in the supplementing group
had deficiencies.
Nutrition Research, January, 2002.
Did You Know: Women and Colorectal Cancer…
Johns Hopkins Health Alerts, January 16, 2007.
More Evidence That Calcium Reduces Colorectal Cancer Risk
A new study provides further evidence that calcium, from both
dietary sources and supplements, can help reduce the risk of colorectal
cancer in women-presumably by neutralizing highly irritating bile
acids in the colon. The data which was reported in the journal
Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention come from more
than 45,000 women enrolled in the Breast Cancer Detection Demonstration
Project. During the study, the subjects were asked to complete
a 62-item questionnaire about their food and supplement intake.
The women were followed for an average of nine years, during which
time 482 of them developed colorectal cancer.
The results showed that subjects who had higher intakes of calcium
from either their diet or supplements had a 25% lower risk of
colorectal cancer than those who consumed little calcium. Women
who had higher intakes of calcium from both dietary sources and
supplements had about a 45% reduction in risk of developing colorectal
cancer. Dietary calcium reduced colorectal cancer risk starting
at daily doses above 400 mg, while the cancer-reducing effects
of supplemental calcium were not seen until daily doses exceeded
800 mg. It’s unclear why dietary calcium prevents colorectal cancer
in lower doses than calcium supplements, but the discrepancy might
be due to differences in how much calcium is absorbed from foods
vs. supplements.
Vitamin B6 Protects Against Colorectal Cancer in Women
If you consume two or more alcoholic drinks a week and are a
woman, you might want to consider increasing the amount of vitamin
B6 in your diet. That was the conclusion of a Swedish study that
looked at how vitamin B6 and alcohol intake affect the risk of
colorectal cancer. The study reported in the journal Gastroenterology
included 61,433 women (age 40-76) who were followed for 15 years.
During this time, 805 of them developed colorectal cancer.
Women who consumed the most vitamin B6 from foods (more than
2 mg a day) had a 34% lower risk of colorectal cancer than those
who consumed the least. This protective effect of high vitamin
B6 was strongest in women who drank two or more alcoholic drinks
per week and had the most vitamin B6 in their diet-their risk
of colorectal cancer decreased by 72%. Alcohol consumption (independent
of the amount of vitamin B6 the women were consuming) had no effect
on colorectal cancer risk.
Vitamin B6 plays a critical role in the synthesis and repair of DNA. Alcohol
impairs the absorption of vitamin B6, which may cause disruptions
in DNA synthesis and repair that could lead to colorectal cancer.
Good dietary sources of vitamin B6 include fruits (such as bananas),
vegetables (such as potatoes), fortified cereals, legumes, fish,
chicken, and red meat.
Did You Know: Folate…
Folate is a water-soluble B vitamin that occurs naturally in
food. Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate that is found
in supplements and added to fortified foods.
Folate gets its name from the Latin word “folium”
for leaf. A key observation of researcher Lucy Wills nearly 70
years ago led to the identification of folate as the nutrient
needed to prevent the anemia of pregnancy. Dr. Wills demonstrated
that the anemia could be corrected by a yeast extract. Folate
was identified as the corrective substance in yeast extract in
the late 1930s, and was extracted from spinach leaves in 1941.
Folate helps produce and maintain new cells. This is especially
important during periods of rapid cell division and growth such
as infancy and pregnancy. Folate is needed to make DNA and RNA,
the building blocks of cells. It also helps prevent changes to
DNA that may lead to cancer. Both adults and children need folate
to make normal red blood cells and prevent anemia. Folate is also
essential for the metabolism of homocysteine, and helps maintain
normal levels of this amino acid.
A deficiency of folate can occur when an increased need for folate
is not matched by an increased intake, when dietary folate intake
does not meet recommended needs, and when folate excretion increases.
Medications that interfere with the metabolism of folate may also
increase the need for this vitamin and risk of deficiency.
Medical conditions that increase the need for folate or result
in increased excretion of folate include:
- pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding)
- alcohol abuse
- malabsorption
- kidney dialysis
- liver disease
- certain anemias
Medications that interfere with folate utilization include:
- anti-convulsant medications (such as dilantin, phenytoin and
primidone)
- metformin (sometimes prescribed to control blood sugar in
type 2 diabetes)
- sulfasalazine (used to control inflammation associated with
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)
- triamterene (a diuretic)
- methotrexate (used for cancer and other diseases such as rheumatoid
arthritis)
- barbiturates (used as sedatives)
Did You Know: There has been a lot of scientific research done on Mangosteen.
This website talks about Mangosteen research: Go to: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?CMD=search&DB=pubmed
and do a search on Mangosteen Fruit, and you will see research about the Mangosteen fruit completed by Scientists. It shows Published findings on Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Leukemia, Allergies and much, much more.
Did You Know: Importance Of Minerals & Trace Minerals In Human
Nutrition…
by Sonni Alvarez, I.D., M.N.
Minerals are the nutrients that exist in the body, and are as
essential as our need for oxygen to sustain life. Minerals are
also found in organic and inorganic combinations in food. In the
body only 5% of the human body weight is mineral matter, vital
to all mental & physical processes & for total well being. They
are most important factors in maintaining all physiological processes,
are constituents of the teeth, bones, tissues, blood, muscle,
and nerve cells.
Acting as catalysts for many biological reactions within the
human body, they are necessary for transmission of messages through
the nervous system, digestion, & metabolism or utilization of
all nutrients in foods. Vitamins cannot be properly assimilated
without the correct balance of minerals. For example; calcium
is needed for vitamin “C” utilization, zinc for vitamin
“A,” magnesium for “B” complex vitamins,
selenium for vitamin “E” absorption, etc.
Minerals are very important in keeping the blood and tissue fluids
from either becoming too acid or too alkaline, and they allow
other nutrients to pass into the bloodstream, and aid in transporting
nutrients to the cells. They also draw chemicals in & out of the
cells. A slight change in the blood concentration of important
minerals can rapidly endanger life.
Many times, minerals are discussed separately, but it is important
to note that their actions within the body are interrelated; no
single mineral can function without the others, since they are
synergistically related. They are the electrolytes to the body,
that is; they carry the electrical current through the body. There
is much proof that the body is run electrically, and minerals
are the conductor of these currents. They provide the necessary
charge or “ionization” of positive or negative electrical
molecules. Ions keep the “human battery” charged.
If a person is lacking in minerals or deficient in any one particular
one, they can become run down very rapidly.
A diet rich in green vegetables and fruits, and whole grains
grown in fertile soil may afford some assurance of minerals, but
much of our soil today is depleted and lacking in essential nutrients.
Adding mineral-trace mineral supplements to the diet, will provide
some insurance. If there is a problem with poor digestion & assimilation,
the best method might be to add liquid minerals to the diet, to
afford easier absorption & rapid assimilation. Liquid minerals
from the sea, a natural source, have shown beneficial results
in the shortest length of time. Sea water has been shown to have
the same chemical balance as the human blood, so may be used quite
adequately in the human body. Having the proper balance of minerals
in the body can make the difference between disease or sickness
and optimum health.
As important as vitamins are, they can do nothing for you without
minerals. Vitamins cannot be assimilated without the aid of minerals.
And though the body can manufacture a few vitamins, it cannot
manufacture a single mineral. All tissues and internal fluids
of our body contain varying quantities of minerals. Minerals are
constituents of the bones, teeth, soft tissue, muscle, blood,
and nerve cells. They are vital to overall mental and physical
well-being.
Minerals act as catalysts for many biological reactions within
the body, including muscle response, the transmission of messages
through the nervous system, the production of hormones, digestion,
and the utilization of nutrients in foods.
CALCIUM, MAGNESIUM, IRON, IODINE, COPPER, ZINC, MANGANESE,
CHROMIUM, POTASSIUM, SELENIUM, and TRACE MINERALS.
CALCIUM
IMPORTANCE: Builds and maintains bones and teeth; regulates heart
rhythm; eases insomnia; helps regulate the passage of nutrients
in & out of the cell walls; assists in normal blood clotting;
helps maintain proper nerve and muscle function; lowers blood
pressure; important to normal kidney function and in current medical
research reduces the incidence of colon cancer, and reduces blood
cholesterol levels.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in arm and leg muscles spasms,
softening of bones, back and leg cramps, brittle bones, rickets,
poor growth, osteoporosis ( a deterioration of the bones), tooth
decay, depression.
MAGNESIUM
IMPORTANCE: Plays an important role in regulating the neuromuscular
activity of the heart; maintains normal heart rhythm; necessary
for proper calcium & Vitamin C metabolism; converts blood sugar
into energy.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in calcium depletion, heart spasms,
nervousness, muscular excitability, confusion; kidney stones.
IRON
IMPORTANCE: Its major function is to combine with protein and
copper in making hemoglobin. Hemoglobin transports oxygen in the
blood from the lungs to the tissues which need oxygen to maintain
basic life functions. Iron builds up the quality of the blood
and increases resistance to stress and disease. It is also necessary
for the formation of myoglobin which is found only in muscle tissue.
Myoglobin supplies oxygen to muscle cells for use in the chemical
reaction that results in muscle contraction. Iron also prevent
fatigue and promotes good skin tone.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in weakness, paleness of skin,
constipation, anemia.
IODINE
IMPORTANCE: Aids in the development and functioning of the thyroid
gland; regulates the body’s production of energy; helps
burn excess fat by stimulating the rate of metabolism; mentality,
speech, the condition of the hair, skin, & teeth are dependent
upon a well-functioning thyroid gland.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in an enlarged thyroid gland,
slow mental reaction, dry skin & hair, weight gain, loss of physical
& mental vigor.
COPPER
IMPORTANCE: Necessary for the absorption & utilization of Iron;
helps oxidize Vitamin C and works with Vitamin C to form Elastin,
a chief component of the Elastin muscle fibers throughout the
body; aids in the formation of red blood cells; helps proper bone
formation & maintenance.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in general weakness, impaired
respiration, skin sores.
ZINC
IMPORTANCE: Is an antioxidant nutrient; necessary for protein
synthesis; wound healing; vital for the development of the reproductive
organs, prostate functions and male hormone activity; it governs
the contractility of muscles; important for blood stability; maintains
the body’s alkaline balance; helps in normal tissue function;
aids in the digestion and metabolism of phosphorus.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in delayed sexual maturity, prolonged
healing wounds, white spots on finger nails, retarded growth,
stretch marks, fatigue, decreased alertness, susceptibility to
infections.
MANGANESE
IMPORTANCE: An antioxidant nutrient; important in the blood breakdown
of amino acids and the production of energy; necessary for the
metabolism of Vitamin B-1 & Vitamin E; Activates various enzymes
which are important for proper digestion & utilization of foods;
is a catalyst in the breakdown of fats & cholesterol; helps nourish
the nerves and brain; necessary for normal skeletal development;
maintains sex hormone production.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in paralysis, convulsions, dizziness,
ataxia, loss of hearing, digestive problems, blindness and deafness
in infants.
CHROMIUM
IMPORTANCE: Works with insulin in the metabolism of sugar and
stabilizes blood sugar levels; cleans the arteries by reducing
Cholesterol & Triglyceride levels; helps transport amino acids
to where the body needs them; helps control the appetite; medical
research has shown that persons with low levels of Chromium in
their bodies are more susceptible to having cancer and heart problems
and becoming diabetic.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in glucose intolerance in diabetics;
arteriosclerosis, heart disease, depressed growth, obesity, tiredness.
POTASSIUM
IMPORTANCE: Works with sodium to regulate the body’s waste
balance and normalize heart rhythms; aids in clear thinking by
sending oxygen to the brain; preserves proper alkalinity of body
fluids; stimulates the kidneys to eliminate poisonous body wastes;
assists in reducing high blood pressure; promotes healthy skin.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in poor reflexes, nervous disorders,
respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, muscle damage.
SELENIUM
IMPORTANCE: A major antioxidant nutrient, protects cell membranes
and prevents free radical generation thereby decreasing the risk
of cancer and disease of the heart and blood vessels. Medical
surveys show that increased selenium intake decreases the risk
of breast, colon, lung and prostate cancer. Selenium also preserves
tissue elasticity; slows down the aging and hardening of tissues
through oxidation; helps in the treatment and prevention of dandruff.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in premature aging, heart disease,
dandruff, loose skin.
TRACE MINERALS
Minerals that occur in tiny amounts or traces. They play a major
role in health, since even minute portions of them can powerfully
affect health. They are essential in the assimilation and utilization
of vitamins and other nutrients. They aid in digestion and provide
the catalyst for many hormones, enzymes and essential body functions
and reactions. they also aid in replacing electrolytes lost through
heavy perspiration or extended diarrhea and protects against toxic
reaction and heavy metal poisoning.
Did You Know: Vemma is Good for Children…
Everyone knows the importance of helping children develop healthy
eating habits. Good nutrition is a key factor in every child’s
physical and mental growth. For parents and caregivers interested
in strengthening their child’s nutritional arsenal on a
daily basis, there’s nothing better than Vemma!
Mangosteen Plus™ is jam-packed with nutrients that youngsters
need for overall wellness and development. It contains 12 full-spectrum
vitamins in a base of antioxidant-rich mangosteen fruit and the
xanthone-rich pericarp (rind) extract, whole leaf aloe vera and
decaffeinated green tea - another potent antioxidant. These nutrients
have numerous beneficial effects on the body. Best of all, when
mixed with Essential Minerals®, Mangosteen Plus is high on the
flavor scale - a feature that is of utmost importance to kids.
Essential Minerals, containing minerals from Mother Nature herself,
is an absolute must. Balanced and 100% ionic, this all-natural
mineral formula includes 65 major, trace and ultratrace minerals.
Every cell in the body contains minerals and almost every body
function requires these life sustaining elements. Minerals help
support the health of organs, bones, and tissue.*
Overall, Vemma contributes significantly to almost every body
function. It can help support your child’s vitality, sense
of well-being and mental performance.*
*These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug
Administration. These statements are not intended to diagnose,
treat or cure or prevent any disease. This notice is required
by the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.
Did You Know: Aloe Vera…
Acutely inflamed, swollen joints caused by rheumatoid arthritis
or trauma respond very well to ingestion of aloe vera juice. Aloe
vera contains anti-inflammatory agents such as salicylates (analgesics),
natural steroids called phytosteroids and vitamins A,B, C, and
E, which act as powerful antioxidants. They act by “mopping
up” high-speed super oxides produced during the process
of inflammation. Aloe vera is also high in mineral content. These
minerals are necessary for enzyme reactions in the joints and
allow the joint to heal quicker.
Osteoarthritis and long standing rheumatoid arthritis eventually
result in deformation of the joint and loss of function. Marked
improvements can be made with aloe vera if taken on a regular
basis. Aloe vera contains high levels of glucosamine which is
required for cartilage formation. It is the anti-inflammatory
effects of aloe vera which relieve sore and inflamed joints.
Each ounce of our Essential Vitamins (mangosteen, aloe vera,
green tea) is 30% aloe vera juice.
Did You Know: Selenium…
Laboratory studies have shown that selenium can inhibit the growth
of breast cancer, cervical, colon and skin cancer. *
*Antioxidants Against Cancer by Ralph Moss Ph.D., page 79.
In a December 1996 article in the Journal of the American Medical
Association, Dr. Larry Clark presented evidence that supplemental
selenium could reduce cancer death rates by as much as 50%. 1,312
patients were given 200 mcg of selenium daily. The patients receiving
selenium had a rise of 67% in their blood selenium level. A Physicians
Guide to Natural Health Products That Work by John Howenstine,
M.D., page 148. The patients receiving selenium had a 67% decrease
in cancer of the prostate, a 58% decrease in colon or rectal cancer,
and a 45% decrease in lung cancer.
An article in the Journal of the American Medical Association
(JAMA) by Clark et. al. (1996) showed that 200 mcg of supplemental
selenium a day reduced overall cancer mortality by 50% in humans
compared to a placebo group not receiving supplemental selenium.
This 9-year study demonstrated that a low-cost mineral supplement
could cut the risk of dying from cancer in half in certain individuals.
*
*Disease Prevention and Treatment by Life Extension Foundation,
page 1255.
Selenium is incorporated into proteins to make selenoproteins,
which are important antioxidant enzymes. The antioxidant properties
of selenoproteins help prevent cellular damage from free radicals.
Free radicals are natural by-products of oxygen metabolism that
may contribute to the development of chronic diseases such as
cancer and heart disease. Other selenoproteins help regulate thyroid
function and play a role in the immune system.
Plant foods are the major dietary sources of selenium in most
countries throughout the world. The content of selenium in food
depends on the selenium content of the soil where plants are grown
or animals are raised. For example, researchers know that soils
in the high plains of northern Nebraska and the Dakotas have very
high levels of selenium. People living in those regions generally
have the highest selenium intake in the United States.
So, unless you live in northern Nebraska or the Dakotas or know
your vegetables and meat come from there, don’t forget to
drink your Vemma.
Did You Know: Liquid Vitamins and Minerals…
MAJOR SCIENTIFIC REVIEW VALIDATES THE IMPORTANCE OF VITAMINS
The following is taken from Health Watch, Importance of Supplementation,
Vol. 1. Issue 1.
In June, 2002, one of the most respected journals in medicine,
the Journal of the American Medical Association, published a comprehensive
review of almost 40 years worth of scientific research on the
relationship between vitamins and certain diseases. This review,
which was conducted by two Harvard researchers, clearly illustrates
how vitamin deficiencies are associated with chronic diseases
such as cancer, coronary heart disease and osteoporosis. The researches
located many studies that prove taking folic acid during pregnancy
helps prevent certain birth defects. Folic acid has also been
proven to help prevent heart disease and several types of cancer
when taken on a regular basis. Regarding the intake of vitamin
E, the researchers located evidence that it is an important antioxidant
necessary for immune function. They also found that vitamin E
has a role in the prevention of heart disease and prostate cancer
in some people. Vitamin D and its relation to bone mass appeared
in the review as well as supportive evidence for the value of
vitamins B6 and B12. Based on these findings and the recognition
that Americans are not receiving enough vitamins from their diets,
the Harvard researchers recommended that all adults take one multivitamin
daily.*
*Journal of the American Medical Association, June 19, 2002.
And, with Vemma, we have the best vitamins and delivery system
available to anyone.
SCIENTIFIC EVALUATION FINDS BENEFITS IN LIQUID VITAMINS AND
MINERAL SUPPLEMENTS
The following is taken from Health Watch, Importance of Supplementation,
Vol. 1. Issue 1.
In 1998 the Journal of Medicinal Foods published an evaluation
on liquid vitamins and minerals. The purpose of the evaluation
was to look at the evidence surrounding whether or not there were
benefits to vitamin and mineral supplements delivered in liquid
form. A wide variety of research studies were reviewed and it
was determined that liquid supplements contain nutrients that
are highly bioavailable, can be gentler to the stomach and are
sometimes more suitable for children and elderly people.*
*Journal of Medicinal Food, Vol. 2, Number 3, Page 207.
Did You Know: One Shot of Vemma…
What is in one shot of Vemma?
- 1 Orange has about 112.9 mg of vitamin C. Vemma has
300 mg, it would take about 2.66 oranges to equal the amount
of vitamin C in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Avocado has about 6.24 IU of vitamin E. Vemma has
60 IU, it would take about 9.6 avocados to equal the amount
of Vitamin E in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Stalk of Broccoli has about 1.1 mg or iron. Vemma
has approximately 3.4 mg, it would take about 3.09 stalks of
broccoli to equal the amount of iron in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Egg has about 18 IU of Vitamin D. Vemma has 400 IU
it would take about 22.22 eggs to equal the amount of vitamin
D in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Cup of Spinach has about 2,813 IU of vitamin A. Vemma
has 5000 IU, it would take about 1.78 cups of spinach to equal
the amount of vitamin A in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Cup of Peas has about .386 mg of thiamin. Vemma has
1.5 mg, it would take about 3.88 cups of peas to equal the amount
of thiamin in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Medium-Sized Banana has about .086 mg of riboflavin.
Vemma has 1.7 mg, it would take about 19.76 medium bananas to
equal the amount of riboflavin in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Ounce of Cheddar Cheese has about .24 mcg of vitamin
B 12. Vemma has 15 mcg, it would take about 62.5 ounces of cheddar
cheese to equal the amount of vitamin B-12 in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Large Potato has about 3.889 mg of niacin. Vemma
has 20 mg, it would take about 5.14 large potatoes to equal
the amount of niacin in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Medium-Sized Mushroom (Agaricus biporus) has about
.269 mg of pantothenic acid. Vemma has 10 mg, it would take
about 37.17 medium mushrooms to equal the amount of pantothenic
acid in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Cup of Tomatoes has about 13 mcg of folate. Vemma
has 800 mcg it would take about 61.54 cups of tomato juice to
equal the amount of folate in Vemma per serving.
- 1 Large Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) has about 2.033
mg of Vitamin B-6. Vemma has 5 mg, it would take about 2.46
large water melons to equal the amount of Vitamin B 6 in Vemma
per serving.
- Cherries have an ORAC of about 670 per 100 g (3.5 ounces).
Vemma has an ORAC of 2763 per serving. It would take 14.43 ounces
of cherries to equal the ORAC value in one shot of Vemma.
Information compiled from the USDA Nutrient Data Laboratory
and High ORAC Foods May Slow Aging by the Agricultural Research
Service, USDA, February 8, 1999. November 17th 2005, Kristina
Egbert.
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