August 2002



Searching for ways to push the longevity envelope?
Including plenty of antioxidant-rich foods in your diet (translation: eat your fruit and veggies!) and taking antioxidant supplements is the cornerstone for living longer. It also makes sense to limit consumption of foods that generate free radicals (such as fried, processed, and high-fat foods) as well as meat and processed vegetable oils (a source of trans fatty acids). Instead, focus on longevity power foods such as cruciferous vegetables, green tea and adaptogenic herbs. Anti-aging foods are easy to spot because they are minimally processed, wholesome items that traditionally line the perimeter of your local grocery store.


Words from us…

Wayne’s World
    There is much scientific understanding about the human body and the aging process existing today. One thing is certain for men and women, and that is the inevitable process of aging and dying. While we are not on the cusp of immortality, health-enhancing supplements are available to decelerate our unwinding biological clocks. Maybe the human body just isn’t designed to last forever.  But if we examine the major age-related health difficulties (cardiovascular diseases, problems with cognition and memory, prostate health for men and menstruation/menopause for women), preventative measures can and should be undertaken. This is what men and women can do now: practice proper personal care, have a clear understanding of what can happen in the body with age, maintain good relationships, eat well, exercise, drink good water and use appropriate supplementation. These measures will stave off the crippling effects of age so we can relish in our golden years. Our knowledgeable and attentive staff at Stay Healthy! can assist you in good health with a wide selection of quality supplements and information.  Call us today at 877-2494 or visit our website at www.stayhealthy.info
Thank you so much for your patronage. Stay Healthy!

The Evelyn Files…
     Hormone balance is absolutely necessary for good health and vitality.  The New Chapter herbal formula ESTROTONE is one of the best on the market for females ages 10 – 110.  The first herb in this product is Schisandra “ . . . a cherished item among the Chinese women as a sexual enhancer and youth invigorator.” [The Little Herb Encyclopedia:p.214]  It is an adaptogenic herb, which helps the body handle stress, and balances the adrenal glands.  Black cohosh is a natural source of phytoestrogens (plant-based estrogens).  Vitex works on the pituitary to help the body produce progesterone.  ESTROTONE also contains ginger, rosemary and evening primrose. 
Good health to you always. Evelyn J

James Sloane answers questions:
  Though most symptoms of menopause are due to a condition known as “estrogen dominance”, hot flashes are due to a drop in estrogen levels. Over 350 plants have been found to contain very weak estrogen compounds, known as phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogens are on average 250 to 400 times weaker than estrogens produced by the body. This is important because the weak estrogen-like structure allows the phytoestrogens to lock up estrogen receptors, which blocks the actions of stronger and more dangerous estrogens while still exerting a weak estrogenic effect. Though most phytoestrogens containing herbs can help control hot flashes, the most effective of these herbs are motherwort, sage, and damiana. Rice bran is another excellent choice for hot flashes due to its high level of gamma oryzanol. Rice bran is rich in B vitamins, which help the liver detoxify excess estrogens in the body to maintain proper hormone balance. One of the best herbs for hormone balance is vitex (chaste tree berry), which stimulates the pituitary gland to form progesterone. Keep in mind though that vitex takes at least 2 months to take effect. The mineral boron is also important for postmenopausal women. Boron has been shown to help balance hormone levels, and in medical studies has been shown to prevent bone loss in postmenopausal women not taking estrogen replacement therapy. Only 3mg a day of boron is required to prevent bone loss.  

Tarah’s Corner-  I believe if you have a health problem you should tend to it in the most natural way possible.  It makes so much sense to feed your body the nutrition it needs instead of loading up on medicine that is a temporary solution and could cause more problems than you had to begin with.  A lot of men and women have hormone imbalances.  The four main causes are diet, environment, prescription drugs and stress.  There are many herbs men and women can take to balance their hormones.  For women, black cohosh, vitex, and dong qui.  For men maca, tribulus terrestris, and sasparilla.  I can recommend many other natural ways to better your health.  So come over to Stay Healthy! and check us out! 
                             
J.C. Speaking Words of Wisdom
The health of each individual depends on what I call “The Trinity of Healing” the Body, Mind, and Spirit, connected as one. Some people have healthy bodies, they feel good most of the time, they look good from the outside, but they’re lacking in morals and a calm clear mind free of stress and negative thoughts. In contrast many have a strong mind, positive attitude but forget to take care of their body, and nearly all people fail to connect their spirit with overall health, or better yet, exuberant vitality.       
 A true natural approach to a healthy lifestyle should and would have to include a Body, Mind, and Spirit connection. Each of us is unique with our own spiritual beliefs, sources of inspiration and outlook on life, but we all need to understand the trinity of vibrant health. Air, water, food, herbs, etc., fuel the body, which in turn needs to be exercised in order to properly distribute and utilize the energy conversions. Mind power is will power and the body listens to every word you say, so it makes perfect sense that to feel great you have to say “I feel great everyday”, “I am 100% healthy”, etc. The most important part is the spirit connection, or heavenly guidance, which means prayer for divine healing, asking the universal powers for Love, Light and Energy.
Knowledge applied is wisdom…

NIK Notes: In my short life I have observed that health depends on attitude.  Why does it seem that bitter people live longer than happy people?  Perhaps it’s a result of one’s attachment to pain.  Learn to release your grip on the things that bind you and perhaps those bonds will turn to stilts, propelling you toward happiness and comfort.