Vitamins & Supplements to Live by Guide to Your Health
October 24, 2011
Joint Support – HYALURONIC ACID – Nature’s “Shock Absorber” for Your Joints
The Fluid Between the Spaces
Don’t let the word “acid” in the name fool you – Hyaluronic Acid doesn’t break the body down, it builds it up! Hyaluronic Acid naturally resides in your body’s connective tissue, a key part of your joint structure. Without healthy joints, your body’s movements may become restricted or even painful – mobility may be decreased which could curtail normal activity. Hyaluronic Acid is part of your body’s “shock absorber” system and is critical to the way your bones, muscles and cartilage work together. Healthy skin and eyes also contain Hyaluronic Acid.
Per a recognized biochemistry text, Hyaluronic Acid is a vital component of connective tissue. Connective tissue exists in various forms, including cartilage, tendons, intervertebral discs and synovial (joint) fluid. Hyaluronic Acid is most abundant in joint fluid, where it acts as a lubricant.
- A natural component of the body’s connective tissue, including the skin
- Joint fluid (synovial fluid) contains Hyaluronic Acid molecules
- The skin content of Hyaluronic Acid decreases as we age
- Naturally found between the lens and the retina of the eyes
Vitamins & Supplements to Live by Guide to Your Health
October 10, 2011
Immune Health – ZINC – Body of Work
The Trace Mineral with a Major Role
Zinc is a trace mineral that plays a role in over 300 enzymes in the body. DNA synthesis, RNA transcription, cell division and growth, testosterone synthesis, and protein formation and turnover are all dependent on the presence of Zinc. Zinc also supports energy metabolism, the immune system, memory and skin health.
A study found that Zinc supplements positively supported immune response, by helping stimulate levels of lymphocytes and T-cells.
Another clinical study found that a low intake of Zinc negatively affected both testosterone levels and normal semen production, while a higher intake of Zinc positively supported both testosterone and semen in men.
- Is important for immune function and brain health
- Contributes to skin health
- Important for testosterone synthesis
- Assists in the formation of DNA
- Plays a vital role in RNA transcription, cell division and growth, and protein formation
Vitamins & Supplements to Live by Guide to Your Health
October 4, 2011
Immune Health – ESTER-C – The Better Vitamin C
The Immune Supporting, Stomach-Friendly Vitamin C
Ester-C is made using a unique, water-based process that combines vitamin C with calcium. As a non-acidic form of vitamin C, Ester-C is readily absorbed by the body and gently on the stomach. It functions as a powerful antioxidant and contributes to immune, heart and joint health.
In a 60-day study of 168 healthy participants, subjects receiving Ester-C had significantly fewer reports of decreased well-being and immune system health compared to a placebo group.
In a clinical trial, Ester-C was found to be well tolerated and gently on the stomach in participants sensitive to acidic foods.
- Helps support immune system health, good vision, cardiovascular health, and healthy joints
- Functions as an antioxidant that fights cell-damaging free radicals in the body
- Promotes enhanced absorption and delayed excretion of vitamin C
