June 2005


Words from us…

Wayne’s World
Air, light, and water are especially important for the well-being of the skin.  The skin is the largest organ of the body and the largest organ of elimination.  Our skin is subject to reactions from the outside environment and our inside environment.  The standard American diet (SAD) is often implicated here.  Young people develop acne from blocked sebaceous glands and imbalanced hormones.  Diet should consist of ample water, fruits, vegetables and lean meats.  Skin problems erupt from poor elimination, constipation, malfunctioning liver and gall bladder, food allergies, and endocrine imbalances.  Too much sunlight is a subject of great concern.  Use a good quality, food-derived multi-vitamin and mineral such as New Chapter’s “Every Man and Woman” formulas.  Use extra Vitamin C with bioflavonoids for all skin diseases and dry forms of vitamin A or beta-carotene.  Use vitamin D (400-800 IU), vitamin E (400 IU) and use selenium with the E (100-200 mcg).  Zinc taken daily is good for skin health (50 mg).  These potencies are recommended by health professionals in our industry.  Other skin nutrients include evening primrose oil, or essential fatty acids like “Udo’s Oil”, salmon, cod liver, flax or black currant oil.  Antioxidants are equally important.  Good quality acidophilus helps digestion and Jarrow Formulas rate well in this area.  Use chromium to reduce skin infections and digestive enzymes (Enzymedica) to help assimilation of nutrients.  Herbs to clean liver and blood include burdock, red clover, yarrow, sassafras, alfalfa and parsley.  For eczema use pau d’arco, chaparral, dandelion, comfrey or myrrh.  Check for allergies, thyroid function and candida in eczema and dermatitis, and for thyroid function in acne.  Many books and dietary suggestions can be obtained at Stay Healthy!  as well as free literature and staff suggestions on skin diseases.  Information on homeopathy, amino acids, and aromatherapy skin treatments are also available.  If someone or something is getting under your skin, work on releasing anxiety and fear.  You are safe and loved.  Heal your heart and Stay Healthy!
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Jenny's Jive:  The skin is your largest organ and it requires a constant supply of nutrients.  Blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, and plums have the highest "total antioxidant capacity" of any food.  Free radicals like the kind formed from sun exposure damage the membrane of skin cells, potentially allowing damage to the DNA of the cell. The antioxidants and other phytochemicals in these fruits can protect the cell so there is less chance for damage. Salmon, walnuts, and flax seeds deliver essential fatty acids and thus are key foods for healthy skin. Essential fatty acids are responsible for healthy cell membranes, which is not only what act as barriers to harmful things but also as the passageway for nutrients to cross in and out and for waste products to get in and out of the cell. Because it is the cell membrane that also holds water in, the stronger that barrier is the better your cells can hold moisture. And that means plumper, younger looking skin! Water keeps the cells hydrated & helps cells move nutrients in and toxins out, which automatically leaves skin looking better.  When we're properly hydrated, we also sweat more efficiently. Doing so helps keep skin clean and clear as well. So take care of your skin & it will take care of you.  

Jeff's Positive Vibrations:  Beautiful skin is more than skin deep. The skin is the body’s largest organ of both nourishment and elimination. The skin’s protective acid mantle inhibits the growth of disease-causing bacteria. Skin mirrors our emotional state and hormonal balance and is a sure sign of poor nutrition. Allergies show up first on the skin. On the other hand , relaxation, nourishment and improved nutrition show up quickly in skin beauty. Skin problems reflect a stressed lifestyle, a poor diet and lack of rest almost immediately. Avoid fast foods, fatty foods, caffeine and sugars. Keeping essential fatty acids and bioflavonoids high enhances skin texture, helps manage PMS and boost liver function. Herbal nutrients are great for the skin – packed with absorbable minerals, antioxidants, EFA’s and bioflavonoids to cleanse, hydrate, heal, alkalize, and balance. Great skin starts with a good diet. For dry skin eat potassium-rich foods such as leafy greens, bell peppers, bananas, broccoli, sesame and sunflower seeds, fish and sea greens. Eat cultured foods like yogurt and kefir to balance skin pH. Eat vitamin C, E and carotene rich foods like fresh fruit, vegetable and fruit juices, celery cucumbers, sea foods and fresh greens. Healthy skin contains 50 to 75% water. Drink at least ½ to 1 gallon of water every day. Eliminate red meats, fried, fatty, and fast foods. Reduce caffeine, dairy and processed flours and sugars. They show up on your skin. More serious skin problems could be the result of your liver trying to throw off toxins and waste through the skin, like age spots and brown spots. Ginkgo biloba and alpha lipoic acid are two very good nutrients for age spots. Come into Stay Healthy! where our knowledgeable staff can help you with finding the “fountain of youth”.

J.C. Speaking Words of Wisdom
Beautiful skin requires many healthy habits. Great skin starts with a good diet, so eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Make sure to add healthy fats like olive oil, evening primrose, flax and fish oils to give skin that healthy shine. Drinking plenty of water is the most important thing you can do for your health and skin. Vitamins and herbs are also extremely helpful to maintain a youthful appearance. Vitamin C (Ester C or Amla) is the king of skin vitamins along with bioflavonoids, silica and MSM. Blood cleansing herbs like dandelion, burdock, and red clover are good to help keep the blood clean and pure. High antioxidant herbs like rosemary, green tea and turmeric are effective in keeping the system clean of free radicals. Get early morning sunlight on the skin for Vitamin D. Exfoliate once a week with a dry skin brush for removing old skin tissue and to help the lymphatic system keep moving. Want to give yourself a face lift without surgery? Try Chi-Kung! Chi-Kung has been used for thousands of years for many different ailments and preventive health. Facial massage Chi-Kung is very invigorating and gives you a great face lift. Begin by rubbing the hands together to create energy then follow the natural meridians that run up and down the face. Continue to massage the temples, ears, scalp, and neck. For a more complete explanation, ask me for directions. Facial stretching is very healthy for skin tone and to help keep the skin elastic. SMILE, because life is a blessing and smiling and laughing are proven to contribute to good health.
“I look to a day when people will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.”
-Martin Luther King Jr.
Knowledge applied is wisdom…