Geriforte to delay aging, regenerate cells

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Various studies suggest that the primary cause of ageing of an organism is the free radical damage to membranes of the nerve cells. The attack of oxygen free radicals on fatty acids within the cellular membranes results in lipid peroxidation leading to the formation of the age pigment lipofuscin, which is directly related to the age of animals. Since active oxygen radicals have been proposed to be involved in the ageing process of the brain, alterations in the level of enzymes involved in the defense system against free radicals could substantially influence the ageing process.

In animal studies, Geriforte, an herbomineral formulation, has been reported to inhibit the formation of lipofuscin. Geriforte, exerts its age-reversing effects by inducing the production of superoxide dismutase (SOD)and catalase (CAT), two enzymes that dimutate oxygen free radicals and by inhibiting lipid peroxidation in old animals.

Geriforte, an herbomineral compound, includes a group of Rasayans such as Centella asiatica (Brahmi), Phyllanthus emblica (Ambla), Withania somnifera (Asvagandha) and Tinospora cordifolia (Guduchi). Rasayans bring about balance in physiology, enhance immunity, and retard ageing. While the exact mechanism is not known it is surmised that the Rasayanic constituents of Geriforte act synergistically to induce the higher production of SOD and CAT which scavenge SOR and eliminate H2O2 respectively from the biological pathways.

Geriforte helps promote cellular regeneration, retard degeneration and enhances the body's immunity. Geriforte helps delay the physiological
changes associated with aging, revives physical capacity, raises
the threshold of fatigue and promotes well-being.

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Holy Basil for stress and cold relief

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Holy Basil or Ocimum sanctum is a herb used in India for healing all kinds of ailments including those of the mind. It is however considered the queen of stress relief herbs. It has been shown more effective in combatting stress than Asian ginseng and Siberian ginseng.

Holy Basil has been shown in studies to help maintain normal cortisol levels. Stress can cause elevated cortisol levels which in turn raise blood sugar levels. Ursolic acid and triterpenoic acids found in holy basil, help the body to respond to stress without raising cortisol levels.
Based on its ability to maintain blood sugar levels, Holy basil is also used as a remedy against diabetes.

In addition to its benefits against stress, Holy basil is also a well-known household remedy against fevers, coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory problems. Chemical compounds in the herb are said to help reduce inflammation and pain. A tea made from the leaves of the plant are very useful in clearing up phlegm. Holy basil can be consumed as a liquid extract used in teas or capsules.

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Corticosteroid use increases pain in long run

A recent article in the Wall Street Journal indicated that not only do corticosteroids only provide short term benefits but their use also causes greater pain in the long run.

Boswellia Herb
for Pain Relief

The body naturally produces various hormones known as corticosteroids in the adrenal cortex. These hormones include corticosterone, cortisone and aldosterone and are involved in the regulation of various bodily functions such as inflammation, immune response and stress response.

Synthetic pharmaceutical drugs have been developed to try and mimic the body's natural hormones. Dexamethasone, Fludrocortisone, Prednisone, Hydrocortisone and glucocorticoids. Cortisone injections are popular in the treatment of muscle and joint inflammatory reactions however they are also used to treat non-inflammatory tendon pain such as tennis elbow.

In a meta-analysis article in The Lancet - a premiere medical journal the effects of cortisone injections to placebo and other treatments were discussed. In 28 studies, when comparing synthetic corticosteroids to other treatments, it was found that corticosteroid benefits were only effective for a short period of time. In 3 studies while analysing corticosteroid use to no treatment for tennis elbow, it was found that corticosteroids offered pain relief for upto 8 weeks and caused increased pain after 6 months and 1 year. The cause is not certain but could be due to weakening of the internal structure of tendons.

Rumalaya Forte
Herbal Blend
for Pain Relief

Pain relief can often be easily obtained by natural herbs such as Boswellia. Herbal blends such as Rumalaya Forte which contain Boswellia, Guggull and other herbs help to relieve muscle and joint pain and have shown no side effects in long term use.

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Ayurvedic herbs for weight loss | Lose weight with herbs

 

There are certain ayurvedic herbs that are recommended for weight loss. These herbs enable increased metabolism, burn fat, improve cholesterol and glucose metabolism and in some cases reduce the desire for sugar and also act as appetite suppressors.

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Ayurvedic Weight Loss
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These fat reducing herbs include Guggul, Garcinia, Gymnema, Haritaki and Fenugreek. Three of these herbs - Guggul, Garcinia and Haritaki are also known for their ability to keep cholesterol levels normal. They help to metabolize blood cholesterol and reduce LDL and Triglyceride levels while helping to raise HDL levels. These herbs also help to lower lipid levels.

The herb Gymnema has the peculiar ability to cause distaste for sugar. If you eat a few Gymnema leaves and then eat some sugar, the sugar will taste like sand. It does this by blocking the sugar tasting receptors on the tongue. On a metabolic level, gymnema also prevents sugar absorption in the intestine while at the same time increasing insulin secretion in the pancreas that helps to utilize glucose. Fenugreek also helps to maintain blood glucose levels.

Ayurslim is a herbal blend that contains these 5 ayurvedic herbs for maximum benefit in reducing weight. Loss of weight in terms of pounds as well as inches is generally observed depending on the amount of superficial or deep seated fat after taking Ayurslim in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Sustained weight loss can be achieved by changing one's lifestyle. Cutting down on portions (at least by 40%), avoiding fatty foods, drinking at least 8 glasses of water and exercising daily will help to maintain weight loss.

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Liver health foods | Keep your liver healthy naturally

 

The liver is an organ that can regenerate itself from as little as 25% of remaining liver. This remarkable organ has multiple roles in our body. It aids in metabolism, detoxification, bile production, glucose synthesis, protein synthesis, cholesterol production and storage of vitamins and minerals.

Liv 52 herbal blend
for Liver Support

Alcohol, medications, illnesses, environmental pollutants, pesticides, food additives and stress can compromise liver health. When the liver functions poorly it cannot remove toxins and you can show symptoms such as headaches, fatigue, impaired mental function, food and chemical sensitivity, bruising easily, anxiety, depression, confusion, jaundice.

Certain foods and herbs can help protect the liver and also aid in detoxification.

Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, brussel sprouts, beets.

Fruits such as apples, pears, plums, oranges, cantaloupe and pink grapefruit.

Berries and dried fruits such as prunes, raisons, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries.

Garlic and onions

Herbs such as bitter melon, neem, milk thistle and bitter salad greens such as endive, rocket, dandelion

Avoid alcohol, smoking, excess salt, sugar, tea and coffee

Drink at least 2 liters of water a day

Reduce stress, relax

Read more on Liv 52 - considered the world's best herbal blend for liver support, detoxification and liver health.

Exercise brain cells | Work your brain

We use our brains everyday for basic survival. But there are millions of brain cells that are unused and could do with some exercise. Solving a crossword puzzle, reading a book can help those cells get jogged. Studies show that using the brain increases the number of dendritic branches that interconnect brain cells. The more we think, the better it is for our brain.

Bacopa herb is beneficial
for brain cells

Challenge your brain with not only cerebral activities but also with fun activities such as learning to paint, play music, juggle. Even using your other hand helps develop hand-brain coordination.

Imagination also helps. Research has shown that simply thinking about moving a muscle can strengthen it. In a study conducted at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, 30 adults imagined using the muscle of their little finger or elbow for 12 weeks for five minutes a day, five days a week. They were asked to think about moving the muscle as strongly as they could. At the end of the study, the group that thought of moving their muscle improved muscle strength by 35% while a control group that did not imagine doing exercises only increased 13%.

Brain scans taken after the study showed more greater and more focused activity in the prefrontal lobes which were attributed to improvements in the brain's ability to signal the muscle.

Even older people gain benefits by exercising their brain cells. Studies show that older brains may have an advantage as highly developed neurons respond better to mental enrichment than less mature brains.

Stay healthy during winter | Lifestyle and food for good health

As winter approaches, we pay a lot of attention to keeping warm.
In addition to bringing out the woollens, staying indoors and keeping out drafts, it is also important to pay attention to what is happening inside our bodies.

The best defense against catching colds, is building up the body's natural immune system.

1. The most important thing you can do to maintain your immune system is to be unstressed, relaxed and happy. Colds are most likely to occur when you have been subjected to stress or have not had good rest. Do whatever is necessary to keep yourself happy. Use distraction such as watching movies and reading, socialization and meditation.

2. Exercise regularly. Walking is said to thwart colds. Even if you can only squeeze in 10-15 minutes a day do it. You can also do the simplest of stretching exercises or yoga at home if it is not possible to exercise outside or go to a gym.

3. Increase your intake of vitamin rich foods. You can get these from fruits, vegetables, beans and legumes. Hearty soups, teas with herbs and spices will help to keep you warm and improve immunity.

4. Ayurvedic herbal blends such as Chyawanprash, Septilin, are tonic, nourishing and vitamin and mineral rich designed to boost the body's defense mechanisms and reduce cell oxidation. Individual herbs such as Vasaka, Tulasi and Turmeric are well known for their properties in preventing respiratory tract problems and other infections.

Septilin builds body's immunity

Chyawanprash for natural immunity