Vitamins & Supplements to Live by Guide to Your Health
July 18, 2011
Eye Health –BILBERRY – Good Night Vision
The European Blueberry
Bilberry helps to support eye function by promoting healthy circulation, and may also help support night vision. In fact, British Royal Air Force pilots used to consume bilberries before flying in the dark during World War II.
In a study using Air Force flight personnel, researchers found that a supplement of Bilberry extract and Beta-Carotene helped the subjects tested to perform effectively while flying at night.
In a study of the effects of Bilberry extract on the pupil, researchers found that 15 of the 20 subjects receiving Bilberry had improvements in eye health by the end of the study, which included an increased response of the pupil to light and faster eye movement.
- Helps support night vision
- Supports eye function by promoting healthy circulation
- Promotes antioxidant support and helps fight cell-damaging free radicals in the body
Vitamins & Supplements to Live by Guide to Your Health
July 12, 2011
Digestive Health –MILK THISTLE – How Important Is Your Liver?
The Purple Flower of Health
Your liver is the chemical processor of the body. It detoxifies your blood and plays a key role in protein synthesis and metabolic function. There is currently no medical alternative to compensate for liver function. Milk Thistle is a powerful herbal antioxidant that helps fight cell-damaging free radicals, particularly those in the outer membranes of liver cells. The flavonoids in Milk Thistle help promote overall health and well-being.
Ninety-seven people with liver concerns were administered either 420 mg of silymarin from Milk Thistle or placebo daily for 4 weeks. Subsequent test results indicated a significant improvement as measured by two liver function enzymes when compared to the placebo, indicating that supplementation with Milk Thistle may promote liver health. Further, during a two year clinical trial, 170 subjects with liver concerns received either 140 mg of silymarin, the active component in Milk Thistle, or a placebo three times daily. Results indicate silymarin may support liver health, as those receiving silymarin had improved overall wellness when compared to those receiving the placebo.
- Promotes healthy liver function
- Helps rejuvenate liver cells
- Contains antioxidant properties that help fight the cell damage caused by oxidative stress
Vitamins & Supplements to Live by Guide to Your Health
July 5, 2011
Digestive Health –DIGESTIVE ENZYMES – You Are What You Digest
An Alternative Source of Soluble Fiber
Digestive enzymes are true to their name, and can be used to support digestive health. Digestive enzymes are responsible for breaking down the nutrients found in foods, such as carbohydrates, fats and proteins, and making these nutrients available for the body’s energy needs, cell growth and other vital functions.
Researchers found that the specific combination of pancreatin, ox bile and bromelain (from pineapple) could be effective for people who suffer from occasional indigestion after fatty meals.
Another study found that people who took a lactase enzyme 5 minutes before drinking milk reported less intolerance and improved absorption.
- Supports digestive health
- Contributes to good nutritional health
- Helps make nutrients available for the body’s energy needs, cell growth and other vital functions
- Digestive enzymes include Bromelain, Pancreatin, Amylase, Pepsin, Papain, and Betaine
