Treatment For Ringing in the Ears

That annoying sound – the relentless ringing in your ears. What is it and is there any way to make it stop? Is there a treatment for it that works?

These are all questions that have been asked by people with tinnitus – a perception of sound heard in the ear when there is no external source for the sound. It’s often described as a high pitched ringing, but has also been described as a chirping, roaring or whooshing.

This ringing can be caused by many different things. The most common of which is hearing loss resulting from an exposure to a very loud noise such as an explosion or continued exposure to above average noise levels such as those experienced at a construction site.

Other causes include low levels of iron, neurological disorders, mercury or lead poisoning, drug side effects and others.

Due to the wide variety of causes of a ringing sound heard in the ear, it is a problem experienced by a large number of people. People such as William Shatner, David Letterman and Bono have all lived with this problem for many years. 

Is it Possible to Cure?

We went searching for methods or products that claim to offer relief from the irritating ear ringing. 

The first product we found was a supplement called Tinni-Fix. Tinni-Fix is currently offering a 15-day free trial. You just cover the shipping and handling. 

Here’s the details from their web page:

Tinni-Fix Trial Details:

Why we’re giving it away for free:
We’ve created this offer to show you just how confident we are about Tinni-Fix’s abilities to alleviate your tinnitus symptoms. Of course we do not expect you to take our word for it, we want you to try it yourself.

The other big reason for sending you your own free bottle is that we’re all very unique individuals and our bodies react differently to foods and natural supplements. Before you commit yourself to getting rid of tinnitus symptoms by purchasing 4 months worth of product simply give it a try with your own free bottle.

So is it truly FREE?
Why else would we say free if we didn’t mean it. $5.97 is for part of our cost to get the product delivered to your door. In fact it costs us much more to give it away but the success rate of Tinni-Fix is so amazing we have many customers who return to buy more.

How long do I have to wait before I see results?
We’re all very unique and some react within 15 days and some within 2 months. To guarantee results, we have created a “Loading period” which simply means double up your dosage for first 75 days and then go back to normal dosage afterwards. Most people report feelings of happiness as their symptoms start to disappear after that period!

Diagram of how our Unique Delivery is Designed to get right amount of product at the right time:

What happens if I run out of product as I go through the Loading Period?
That’s the beauty of Tinni-Fix Membership, with every Trial order comes a membership which guarantees correct amount of product delivered to you right when you need it. Since it’s important to continue intake of the product for maximum results WITHOUT interruptions, we precisely time the shipments to your door.

How does Tinni-Fix Membership work?
Very simply, since you need go through Loading Period for the first 75 days and then single dosage after, after 15 days from today we’ll send you 2 more bottles and another 2 bottles 30 days afterwards. This will get you through the loading period, after loading period you will be on maintenance period of 1 full month supply (single dosage) every 30 days until you reach the desired results.

How much is Tinni-Fix Membership?
It’s FREE! The unique timing system that comes with membership is free of charge, simply pay for the product and shipping to your door which is $57.00 + $10.00 s/h for the first 2 bottles and same amount for the remaining 2 bottles of the loading period. Maintenance period is just $27.00 (s/h included). We discount maintenance period to make it cost effective for you to be able to take Tinnitus for as long as you need to. Please note that the $10.00 shipping and handling fee is not refundable.

Does it mean I am obligated to keep receiving Tinni-Fix if I don’t want it?
Of course not! Tinni-Fix Membership timing system is in place to HELP YOU alleviate tinnitus symptoms by guaranteeing product availability at your door step. If for ANY reason you no longer wish to be taking Tinni-Fix simply give us a call at 1-800-406-8819 or send us an e-mail support@gen5labs.com with subject line CANCEL. Just give us your name, phone #, address and when you’ve purchased your product. That’s it!

We value your privacy:
We DO NOT SELL your information to ANYONE.

Besides a relief from tinnitus is there anything else that I get?
We aim to please, besides the pains of tinnitus symptoms there are pains of paying too much for every day things. Gladly we work with a great company Member Reward Network which specializes in saving you money on every day things. Part of your trial membership you’ll receive an ABSOLUTELY FREE phone consultation to see if they can help you save money on every day things. They specialize in savings and they are so good at it, all of us here at Gen5Labs including the owners are members. We all agreed that this is something that all our members should be able to participate in. We aim to please all of our customers.

p.s. Our lawyers are always worried about us so they requested that we insert this text. With your purchase you agree to receive a free phone consultation from Member Reward Network.

Do you put your money where your mouth is?
Yes we do, we back all our purchases with 100% money back guarantee. Simply contact us by phone and talk to us. Your satisfaction is extremely important to us and our #1 goal is to all of our customers 100% satisfied.

If you aren’t 100% satisfied or if you’re just looking to speak to someone, we urge you to give us a call and tell us how it is. Your feedback is extremely valuable!

How to get a hold of us:
Tel: 1-800-406-8819
e-mail: support@gen5labs.com

 

The 15-day free trial for Tinni-Fix’s may be found here.

 

The second solution we found is an eBook called Stop the Ringing. This book was written by Geoff Barker a tinnitus researcher that struggled with this problem for 7 years. His quest to cure his problem led him to speak with specialized doctors, read medical journals and interview people with the same condition. His findings? 11 techniques that drastically helped reduce and stop the ringing in his ears. 

Below are some of the testimonials on this book:

Timothy D.  Brisbane AUS xxxxxxx@bigpond.com.au

Dear Geoff,          Thank you once again for helping me stop the ringing in my ears. If you don’t mind I am going to pass your techniques onto one of my friends who also has this condition. Thanks again Timothy D

Beryl meyun Melbourne, AU  Stanley.m@xxxxxxx.com

Hi, Thank you for helping me. I have battled with Tinnitus for a number of years now. I am 72 years old and all doctors said there was no way I could do anything about my condition. My daughter gave me your book last month and she helped me use the techniques you have provided us with.           Thank you

Amit Cardell  Albany, NY amitcardell41@xxxxx.com

Hi Geoff,          WOW! Your #9 method works really well. I got very fast relief with this one. A few of my work mates also have Tinnitus and I have told the about your ebook. The results are great!  Best wishes,

The book currently sells for $37.00. Visit the product’s website here.

Do These Really Work?

Unfortunately on these types of products, the results will vary from person to person. The best thing to do is to try them out for yourself. If they don’t work as promised, take advantage of the money-back guarantees offered by each company.

Secret Cold Sore Cure – How to Cure a Cold Sore

It never fails – you have a big presentation at work or it’s class picture day at school and you wake up to find a huge cold sore standing out prominently on your lip. This problem isn’t just experienced by adults. Kid’s cold sores are no different from adults’, but for kids, the experience can be mysterious and embarrassing.

Most cold sores start with a tingling sensation followed by the appearance of a blister on or around the lips that itch and can be very sore. Within a few days to several weeks, they burst, dry, encrust, and disappear. Cold sores can be irritating and embarrassing. Is there any cure to a cold sore?

Well yes and no…

Cold sores are very difficult to cure because of the cause behind them. Cold sores are an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV: Type 1 (HSV-1), which is the most common form of the virus, causes cold sores (oral herpes) on or near the lips and mouth area. Type 2 (HSV-2) is responsible for the common STD. However, HSV-2 can also cause oral sores.

HSV-1 is incurable as herpes (HSV-2) is incurable. Once you have the virus, it’s in your system for life. Even when you don’t have a cold sore, the virus is hiding below the surface just waiting for a stressor to trigger it. The virus isn’t curable. However, it is possible to greatly reduce the number and length of cold sore breakouts.

Cold Sore Cures from the Kitchen

Milk: Next time you get the tingling sensation that often precedes a cold sore; try putting some milk on it. The secret to this cure is found in the milk fat. There’s a special protein called monocaprin that studies show can kill the virus. Since this protein is contained in the milk fat, whole milk works the best.

Let the milk sit at room temperature for 10 – 15 minutes. Soak a cotton ball in the milk and apply to the affected area. The longer left on the site of the sore the better.

Garlic: This one is a great cure for all kinds of medical issues. Garlic contains a natural antibiotic that fights multiple kinds of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites (and vampires.)

Garlic can be eaten whole, but may upset your stomach and others when they smell your breath. It tends to be much easier to use a garlic supplement.

Licorice: This candy contains glycyrrhizic acid (say that three times fast!) This acid attacks the cold sore virus eliminating the cold sores very quickly.

There’s two ways you can use this. The first and simplest way is to find real licorice and eat it. As your body digests the candy, the glycyrrhizic acid will be absorbed into your system and will go to work on the virus. The second way is to make a licorice cream out of licorice powder and vegetable shortening. Rub this compound onto the sore and let it sit. Don’t go overboard though as this mixture can irritate the skin if used excessively.

Additional Information

Next time you are facing a cold sore try some of the remedies above. However, for even more information on cold sore cures check out Gary Townsend’s incredible book Banish Cold Sores.

(Update: Gery saw our post here on NaturalRemedyReports.com and let us know about some special bonuses he’s just added.  He asked us not to post them here as he’s trying to keep it under the radar. See his page here for more info.)

Improving Short Term Memory Naturally

If only our brains were like our computer, improving our memory would be a simple upgrade. Just buy some new hardware and you’re good to go. Unfortunately, our brains are much more complex than that. 

Think of your brain like a muscle. To build (real) muscle, you don’t just go get muscle implants, you have to exercise and provide your body with the nutrients needed to build new muscle. 

Your brain works in a similar fashion. Your brain’s “muscle” power can be built with proper exercise and nutrition. There are several ways in which your brain can be exercised, but first it’s helpful to understand exactly how your memory works.

How Memory Works

Simply put, memory is the act of recalling information that your brain has previously processed. However, the process is very complex and involves multiple components.

The major components of the brain used in memory storage and recall are:

• The hippocampus, a primitive structure deep in the brain, plays the single largest role in processing information as memory.
• The amygdala, an almond-shaped area near the hippocampus, processes emotion and helps imprint memories that involve emotion.
• The cerebral cortex, the outer layer of the brain, stores most long-term memory in different zones, depending on what kind of processing the information involves language, sensory input, problem-solving and so forth.
• In addition, memory involves communication among the brain’s network of neurons, millions of cells activated by brain chemicals called neurotransmitters.

These components are used in varying degrees depending on whether information is being stored in the short-term or long-term memory. 

The Specifics of Short-Term Memory

As its name implies, short-term memory is for short-term storage. Hence, items stored in the short term memory are generally forgotten very quickly. If read a phone number, most people would be able to easily repeat it back. However, it’s likely that you wouldn’t be able to repeat it 5 minutes later unless you gave a concerted effort to remember it. 

The average person’s short-term memory can hold around 7 items. That is why you can remember a phone number for a few minutes, but need your credit card number in front of you when ordering something.

Tips to Improve Your Short Term Memory

Brain Exercises

People are creatures of habit. When we perform tasks in the same way each time, our brain uses the same neural pathways to send the signals needed to complete those tasks. This could be the way you get dressed, the route you take to work or the way you put your makeup on.

Use Mnemonic Devices

This involves using things you are familiar with to remember things you aren’t familiar with

• Visual images - Try this when trying to remember someone’s name. Associate the face of a friend or a pleasant image with the new person’s name. Recently I met someone named Morgan. To remember their name I associated Morgan Freeman’s face with their name. For someone named “Mike” you could associate a picture of a microphone with their face.
• Create a sentence using words with a first letter that represents the list that you are trying to remember. If you were trying to remember the order of the planets – Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune – you might use “Many Very Elderly Men Just Snooze Under Newspapers.” This is often used by medical students learning muscle groups, bones and other anatomical features.
• Acronyms, which are initials that creates pronounceable words. HOMES would be an example for remembering the Great Lakes - Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie and Superior.
• Grouping information: Take a long string of information and break it up into chunks that are easier to remember. When remembering your Social Security Number, do you remember it as a 9-digit string or as a group of 3 numbers, 2 numbers and 4 numbers? 
• “Method of loci” is an ancient memory tactic that is still in use by memory experts today. This involves associating a list of items with stops or “loci” on a journey. Try associating each item on your grocery list with each intersection you drive though on your way to work. This is one of the most powerful memory techniques. In fact, Clemens Mayer, the 2006 World Memory Champion, used a 300-point-long journey through his house for his world record in “number half marathon”, memorizing 1040 random digits in a half hour.

Additional Things to Consider

Your brain requires the same things the rest of your body needs to be healthy. Things like plenty of sleep, good nutrition and low stress levels can help your memory retention and recall significantly.

Foods That Speed Metabolism

Every wonder why that certain person always manages to stay so skinny no matter what they eat? Chances are their metabolism is on overdrive. Whatever they eat is burned up before their body stores it as fat. Jealous? You shouldn’t be.

Most people don’t realize that your metabolic rate is not fixed. Your activity levels and the foods you eat have a direct impact on the rate that your body uses the energy stored in the foods you consume. You can increase your metabolism. In fact one of the easiest ways to do this is by eating. There are actually foods that speed up your metabolism.

Foods That Speed Up Your Metabolism

Add a few of these to your list next time you run to the grocery store:

• Apples
• Celery
• Garlic
• Lemons
• Mango
• Onions
• Papaya
• Cabbage
• Lettuce
• Avocado
• Carrots
• Berries
• Oranges
• Spinach
• Turnips
• Broccoli
• Tomatoes
• Zucchini
• Nut milks
• Seed milks
• Asparagus
• Cucumbers
• Pineapple
• Grapefruit
• Cauliflower
• Raw Nuts & Seeds
• Green, Leafy Veggies
• Rolled Oats
• Whey Protein
• Almonds
• Natural Yogurt
• Green Tea
• Beans
• Spinach
• Eggs
• Turkey
• Chicken Breast
• Peanut Butter
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Canola Oil
• Whole grains
• Berries
• Cayenne Pepper
• Coffee
• Water
• Steak
• Salmon

How Do They Work?

Metabolism boosting foods work for 5 general reasons.

1. Foods containing fiber and complex carbs keep insulin levels low while you eat. Why is this good? Spike in insulin send a signal to your body that tells it to start storing fat. So your metabolic rate slows, fewer calories are burned and more fat is stored.
2. Foods that are spicy or contain caffeine increase your heart rate. This increased heart rate can have a significant effect on the number of calories your body burns in a day.
3. Foods containing a chemical called EGCG (usually found in tea) cause your brain and nervous system to operate more quickly. This equates to more calories burned in a day.
4. Foods high in protein take longer to digest. You body has to work harder to break down proteins that it does for fat or carbohydrates. Thus more calories are burned in the digestion process
5. Foods packed with Omega-3 fatty acids effect the levels of the hormone leptin. Current research shows that the levels of leptin in your body has a direct relation to your metabolic rate. More leptin means more calories burned.

A Few More Tips

Start early with a smart breakfast that includes some of the items above. Why? When you sleep at night your body goes into fasting mode and you burn fewer calories. Starting the day with a good breakfast kicks your body out of that mode and starts you burning more calories earlier in the day.

Eat smaller meals throughout the day. When eating more often, you tend to eat less at one time, which reduces the strain on your digestive system allowing it to work more efficiently.

When snacking, stick to foods high in lean protein – nuts and seeds are great. These foods also contain a high amount of amino acids which take more work to break down. This means more calories are burned to digest them.

Put these into practice with the list of foods above and you’ll be well on your way to a speedy metabolism.

The Truth About Six Pack Abs Review

This week in our product review series we do here on Natural Remedy Reports, we are putting the wildly popular program, The Truth About Six Pack Abs under review.

Mike Geary is the author of this internationally best belling e-book, The Truth About Six Pack Abs. He is a certified personal trainer and certified nutrition specialist. He specializes in body fat reduction strategies, functional strength and power training. His work has been featured in Muscle & Fitness Magazine and he has been published on over 1,000 fitness websites.

A snippet from his biography states: “I constantly dedicate myself to staying up-to-date on new and innovative training strategies as well as nutrition in order to pass this valuable information on to my readers, and help improve the quality of their lives.”

What Is This Book Really About?

On the main page of the website for The Truth About Six Pack Abs it gives 5 Facts You MUST Understand if You Are Ever Going to Lose Your Belly Fat and Get Six Pack Abs:

1. Many so-called “health foods” are actually cleverly disguised junk foods that actually stimulate you to gain more belly fat… yet the diet food marketing industry continues to lie to you so they can maximize their profits.

2. Ab exercises like crunches, sit-ups, and ab machines are the LEAST effective method of getting flat six pack abs. We’ll explore what types of exercises REALLY work in a minute.

3. Boring repetitive cardio exercise routines are NOT the best way to lose body fat and uncover those six pack abs. I’ll show you the exact types of unique workouts that produce 10x better results below.

4. You DON’T need to waste your money on expensive “extreme fat burner” pills (that don’t work) or other bogus supplements. A special class of natural foods is much more effective. I’ll tell you about these natural foods and their powers below.

5. Ab belts, ab-rockers, ab-loungers, and other infomercial ab-gimmicks… they’re all a complete waste of your time and money. Despite the misleading infomercials, the perfectly chiseled fitness models in the commercials did NOT get their perfect body by using that “ab contraption”… they got their perfect body through REAL workouts and REAL nutrition strategies. Again, you’ll learn some of their secrets and what really works below.

This program isn’t about doing 300 crunches per day to build your ab muscles; it is about effective tactics to increase your metabolism and overall health. The tactics taught show you how to train your body to burn fat residually. That means that you aren’t just burning calories while you’re exercising, but you are burning calories while you work, eat and sleep.

What This Book Is Not

Mike plainly states that The Truth About Six Pack Abs is not about supplements or fat-loss pills. It is not about expensive meal plans. It is not about “abdominizer machines” or “ab gadgets.” This program is not about fad diets such as “low-carb” or “low-fat.” It is about eating a nutritious diet and exercising effectively.

Does It Really Work?

That’s the big question here. Does The Truth About Six Pack Abs really work? We did some digging and could find very few people that had negative things to say about it. In fact, the only thing we could find is people wishing that the book came in a hard copy rather than a downloadable format.

Here’s some of the positive information we found:

“Mike, I have been following your workout plans from your ebook for past couple months.  I wanted you to know that I have seen great results.  When I started I was 190 lbs, waist 35 inches, bench was 165lbs.

I’m now 175 lbs, with a waist of 33 inches, and benching 225lbs.  Your full body workouts are some of the best I’ve ever used.  I’m also making much better food choices now based on your advice and staying away from the junk I used to have trouble with. Thanks for everything.”

John P. Hembree, Sergeant, US Military

“Dear Mike,

I thoroughly read your e-book a few weeks ago but have been too busy lately to get myself to the gym. However, I did start applying your diet and food recommendations, and even with just that, I’ve already lost 6 lbs (10 lbs to go).  I finally got to the gym this morning and printed out your e-book to bring with me.

I did some of the workout examples you specified like the one arm snatches, dumbbell swings, staggered lunges and all the ab exercises (from level 3).

Man, that was one of the best and most intense workouts I have had in ages!  I did not waste hours jogging or doing all that other stuff I used to do (which by the way never got me anywhere).  I am so excited to go back to the gym and have your book with me as a personal trainer’s guide.

Thank you so much!”

Laura Kawasmi, Brownsville, TX

The Bottom Line

From what we’ve been able to find, Mike Geary’s The Truth About Six Pack Abs is a solid product – from the overwhelming amount of positive information on the internet to the iron-clad 60 money back guarantee.

We fully recommend this product. For more information on The Truth About Six Pack Abs, please click here to go to the product’s website.

Update: Bonuses Added

Since originally writing this review, Mike has added several bonuses to his book:

Free Bonus #1 – World Famous Trainer Craig Ballantyne’s 8-week Dumbbell Bodyweight Fusion Fat Loss Program

Free Bonus #2 – Stability Ball Killer Abs Workouts ebook

Free Bonus #3 – Ultimate Stair Exercises e-book, by Virgil Aponte

Free Bonus #4 – Ryan Lee’s Smoothies for Athletes e-book

Free Bonus #5 – Skyrocket Your Fat Loss Success Video Interview

Free Bonus #6 – Kevin Gianni’s 10-Minute Full Body Stretch Routine ebook

Free Bonus #7 – A 30-day Free Membership to the Global Health & Fitness Exclusive Membership site

More information on these bonuses is available on the official website.

Signs of Anemia

What are the signs of anemia? Anemia itself is a deficiency of hemoglobin (the oxygen carrying component of the red blood cell) in the blood. This deficiency can be due to a low red blood cell count due to excessive blood loss or some type of disorder causing destruction of red blood cells at a rate quicker than their production. Hemoglobin deficiency can also be caused by a lack of iron – a component needed for hemoglobin production.

Since anemia is the lack of the oxygen-carrying component of the blood – signs of anemia tend to be similar to those shown when the body isn’t getting enough oxygen.

Signs of Anemia include:

• Headache – Like all part of the body, the brain requires oxygen to function properly. Any lowering of oxygen level in the brain can cause a swelling of the arteries of the area, causing headaches.

• Feelings of breathlessness – Your body gauges the rate of your respiration based on the levels of oxygen in your blood. As a natural response to low oxygen levels in your bloodstream, your body tells you that you need to breathe more, hence breathlessness.

• Weakness – You body needs oxygen to function. Without enough oxygen, your body cannot function at “full power.”

• Fatigue – For the same reasons that you would feel weak, you would also experience fatigue.

• Excessive thirst – The reason for excessive thirst isn’t necessarily known, but has been reported by some with anemia.

• Dizziness – Associated with lack of oxygen

• Fainting - Associated with lack of oxygen 

• Rapid or irregular pulse – When your organs are not getting the oxygen required, you body may try to increase blood flow by increasing your heart rate.

• Difficulty concentrating – Usually associated with the brain not getting the required amount of oxygen.

• Ringing in the ears – Can be due to a change in blood pressure and lack of oxygen

• Difficulty sleeping - When your body is not functioning properly is can be difficult to sleep.

• Pale complexion - Associated with lack of oxygen

• Abnormal menstruation – Anemia is a physiological stressor, which can affect the menstrual period.

What Causes Anemia?

The most common cause of anemia is a lack of iron. This deficiency is usually due to a poor diet lacking in the vitamins, minerals and proteins that the body requires to function properly. However, issues that are more serious can also be at the root of the problem. Conditions such as kidney disease, autoimmune disorders, congenital disorders or an issue with the body being able to absorb the nutrients ingested.

What to Do When You Experience the Signs of Anemia

Anemia due to a lack of nutrients can usually be solved with a simple iron supplement.
However, due to the seriousness of other issues that could be at the root of the problem, a visit to your doctor is highly recommended.

Natural Treatments for Type 2 Diabetes

Disclaimer: Natural treatments for type 2 diabetes can help regulate blood sugar and help your body respond better to insulin. However, never use these treatments as a substitute for your doctor’s instructions and always consult your doctor before trying any of the ideas below as they could interact with any medication you may be taking.

To understand how various herbs, vitamins and minerals can help manage your type 2 diabetes, you need to understand what is actually going on in your body. In your body, your cells need energy to perform their cell duties. They get this energy from glucose which comes from the starches and sugars that you eat. However, your cells cannot ingest glucose directly. They need a helper.

Enter insulin. Insulin builds a bridge between your cells and the glucose. This allows your cells to “eat.” The problem with type 2 diabetes is that the body doesn’t produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. This leaves you with hungry cells that cannot perform to their fullest.

Knowing this, there are many supplements, vitamins and minerals that can help with the production of insulin and the regulation of blood glucose levels.

1) Ginseng

Ginseng is a species of slow-growing plant with fleshy roots. It can be found growing naturally in many of the countries in the northern hemisphere. However it is primarily found in North America and eastern Asia. It is primarily touted for its anti-carcinogenic and antioxidant properties.

Some research done on Asian ginseng suggests that it may lower blood glucose levels. Other studies performed on North American ginseng show that it may improve blood sugar control and glycosylated hemoglobin (a form of hemoglobin in the blood used to monitor blood glucose levels over time) levels.

We recommend Panax Red Ginseng.

2) Chromium

Chromium known to enhance the action of insulin. A shortage of Chromium inhibits the body’s ability to use glucose requiring the levels of insulin needed to meet energy needs. Studies suggest that 200 to 1000 mcg of chromium daily can improve insulin efficiency and glucose tolerance.

Chromium can be found naturally:

Food	Chromium (mcg)
Broccoli, ½ cup	11
Grape juice, 1 cup	8
English muffin, whole wheat, 1	4
Potatoes, mashed, 1 cup	3
Garlic, dried, 1 teaspoon	3
Basil, dried, 1 tablespoon	2
Beef cubes, 3 ounces	2
Orange juice, 1 cup	2
Turkey breast, 3 ounces	2
Whole wheat bread, 2 slices	2
Red wine, 5 ounces	1-13
Apple, unpeeled, 1 medium	1
Banana, 1 medium	1
Green beans, ½ cup	1

 

However, due to the relatively small amounts found naturally, it is generally much easier to take them in a concentrated form. Chromium can be found here.

3) Magnesium

Magnesium is a naturally occurring element that is used in nearly every major bodily process.

According to the U.S. Government’s Office of Dietary Supplements:

Magnesium is needed for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It helps maintain normal muscle and nerve function, keeps heart rhythm steady, supports a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. Magnesium also helps regulate blood sugar levels, promotes normal blood pressure, and is known to be involved in energy metabolism and protein synthesis. There is an increased interest in the role of magnesium in preventing and managing disorders such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Dietary magnesium is absorbed in the small intestines. Magnesium is excreted through the kidneys.   Source here. Emphasis added.

Magnesium can be found in most multi-vitamins. It can also be found as a stand-alone supplement – Dyno-Mins Magnesium.

4) Cinnamon

Cinnamon: Good for baking, good in apple cider, good for your diabetes?

Multiple studies have been published on the effects of cinnamon on blood glucose levels and LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol). In one study participants were given approximately one quarter teaspoon to one teaspoon of cinnamon for 40 days. At the end of the study all groups saw significant reductions in their fasting blood glucose levels, triglycerides and LDL cholesterol.

For more on the effects of cinnamon see this article on About.com

One of the best sources of cinnamon for diabetics is Enhanced Cinsulin with Glucose Management Proprietary Blend.

5) Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera gels is typically used for burns and various other skin conditions. However, recent studies have shown that Aloe Vera can have an effect on blood sugar levels. Scientists have identified certain compounds in the gel that reduce blood glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin levels.

Aloe Vera can be found in a pill form, but is usually only carried by specialty health food and natural supplement stores.

6) Polyphenols

Polyphenols are a group of chemical substances found in plants – most notable are peanuts, pomegranates, beer, olive oil, chocolate, coffee and tea. They are an antioxidant and can help reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer.

Studies suggest that a polyphenol found in green tea may have a positive impact on insulin levels and glucose control. However, small clinical trials have been inconclusive. However, it has been proven that the polyphenols in green tea inhibit amylase, the enzyme responsible for breaking down simple sugars that can travel through the blood stream. Thus helping to control blood sugar levels.

Don’t like to drink green tea? Try Green Tea Extract.

7) Vanadium

Vanadium is a naturally occurring element found in about 65 different minerals. While typically used in steel production, Vanadium has shown to improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It appears to mimic many of the actions of insulin in the body.

The use of this supplement does not come without a warning though as the levels required to be effective can be toxic. As with all supplements, be sure to consult your health care professional before using.

Vanadium can by found in products such as Vanadyl Sulfate.

8) Momordica Charantia

Momordica is a plant that is native to tropical locations in South America, Asia, East Africa and The Caribbean. It can also go by the names of bitter melon, Karela or balsam pear. Ancient Indian practitioners have used the extract of the unripe fruit of the plant to treat conditions such as diabetes, infections and cancer.

Momordica works in much the same way as insulin to reduce blood sugar levels. A study published in the British Biomedical Journal of Science in 2005 “showed that M. charantia extract normalized blood glucose level, reduced triglyceride and LDL levels and increased HDL level. The animals reverted to a diabetic state once the M. charantia extract was discontinued.”

Momordica Charantia can come in a pill or liquid form and is usually only carried by specialty retailers.

And Many More…

This is only a short list of supplements that have been found to be a natural treatment for type 2 diabetes. Stop by your local health food and supplement store sometime. The people working there are usually very knowledgeable and can offer guidance on natural remedies to help improve insulin efficiency and control blood sugar levels.

What Does The Colon Do?

Your colon: that important part of your digestive system that you really didn’t know was that important. If most people were asked, “What does the colon do?” many wouldn’t have a clue how to answer. Even fewer would be able to tell you the problems that an unhealthy colon can cause. To maintain good health, you body has to be able to properly process food and eliminate harmful toxins from itself. Enter the colon.

The colon’s main job is:

• To extract the last bit of water from your food
• Absorb nutrients
• Absorb electrolytes
• Dispose of toxins
• Remove body waste

The technical stuff

You colon forms the lower part of your Gastrointestinal tract – the large intestine, rectum and anus. It starts at the cecum (where your small intestine connects to the large intestine) rectum. It’s comprised of the ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon and sigmoid flexure. The first part of the colon is responsible for absorbing nutrients and electrolytes while the latter part is for excreting body wastes.

So what happens when my colon is unhappy?

When your colon isn’t functioning as it should, your body isn’t able to absorb nutrients and dispose of toxins as well is it should be able to. This can cause a whole host of problems ranging from bloating and constipation to things as serious as colon cancer. When the colon ain’t happy, ain’t no body happy.

Take care of your colon.

If you don’t, you may have to visit one of these guys…

So go pour yourself a tall glass of prune juice get on a nice colon cleansing diet and make a toast to a clean colon and a long happy life!

What Does Eczema Look Like?

According to WebMD:

Eczema is term for a group of medical conditions that cause the skin to become inflamed or irritated.

Eczema can come in many different shapes and forms and can look many different ways. The easiest way to know what eczema looks like is to actually look at pictures of various common forms.

Eczema can look like a rash:

This particular picture is of one of the most common types of eczema characterized by patchy red skin. This type of eczema will often come and go based on various factors. 

Common causes for flare-ups include

• Contact with coarse materials
• Becomming too hot or too cold
• Certain soaps or detergents
• Animal dander

 

Eczema can also have the appearance of small bumps on the skin

 

This type of eczema tends to be more permanent and can be harder to treat.

It can range from:

 

• Mild – Barely perceptible elevated bumps
• Moderate – Clearly visible raising of the skin but not excessive
• Severe – Marked and extensive bumps on the skin

 

 

The most severe types of eczema can cause red open sores.

This type of eczema can also range from mile to severe:

• Mild – Evidence of small sores on the surface of the skin
• Moderate – May look similar to a mild case. However, sores show evidence of deeper skin injury
• Severe – Many erosive or crusty lesions. Most of which are deep into the skin.

As you can tell, knowing what eczema looks like can be difficult as it comes in many different forms and at many levels of severity. Always remember, when in doubt it is always best to consult your doctor.