Are You Worried About Getting Alzheimer's Disease?

How do you keep a sunny outlook when both of your parents had dementia...and you know that you are at risk for it as well?
That is why I take nutritional supplements from Omnitrition.  Products that are anti-aging & more....
Starting with Omni4® liquid vitamins. It is the foundation for good health & nutrition! Everyone should be on Omni4®!  It has Co-Enzyme Q10, "The Spark of Life", an anti-aging nutrient, helps with renal failure, congestive heart failure, hypertension, neurological & neuro-degenerative diseases, diabetes & cancer. Studies have shown breast cancer to be linked to a decrease in plasma Co-Q10 levels.
Includes highly beneficial effects of DHEA(Research indicates that DHEA has been shown to improve or stabilize signs and symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus.) Anti-aging Decreases body fat Increases muscle tone Increases bone density Promotes well-being & decreases pain Increases sexual function & pleasure Enhances activity of the immune system Improves memory Helps increase life span Improves quality of sleep Helps prevent cancer, arterial disease, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, and helps treat Lupus. DHEA is anti-aging! It decreases body fat & pain as it increases muscle tone, mobility, & life span. It promotes well-being, health & longevity, enhances the activity of the immune system, reduces heart disease, improves sleep & helps to prevent cancer, arterial disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease & helps treat Lupus.
	Thermo Herbal Tea®
Omnitrition's Remind® is formulated to provide a healthy amount of Choline to support optimal memory. Choline and the rest of Remind's® ingredients, including vitamins & minerals, is what the brain uses to make the primary neurotransmitter, acetylcholine. Acetylcholine is involved with verbal function, the ability to write, read & verbal memory. A good example of what happens when the cholinergic system in the brain fails is what you see in Alzheimer's disease. It, also, has pyroglutamic acid to support memory & communication between both lobes of the brain and DMAE, which helps maintain mental focus & clarity of thought.

Do You Have Sleep Apnea?

Do You Have Sleep Apnea?

Posted On 2012-05-26 , 1:14 PM

Borrowed from RealAge Tip: Stop Snoring to Prevent Metabolic Syndrome By Mehmet C. Oz, MD, and Michael F. Roizen, MD
If your snoring makes your bedroom sound like Grand Central Station at rush hour, you might have more than a sleep problem. Loud snoring, trouble falling asleep, and waking up unrefreshed means you're at high risk for syndrome X. That's not a new James Bond thriller. It's another name for metabolic syndrome, which puts you at risk for heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Even though one in four adults in the U.S. has metabolic syndrome, many don't know it. Until now, the top metabolic syndrome symptoms were having three out of these five risk factors: bulging belly fat, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high triglycerides, and low HDL (healthy) cholesterol. Now you can add sleep problems to the list of early warning signs. Serious snoring doubles your risk for metabolic syndrome, and difficulty falling asleep increases it almost as much.
Fortunately, you can stop metabolic syndrome in its tracks. Here's how: Start walking and lose weight. Walk for 30 minutes every day. Losing 10% of the weight you've gained since age 18 reduces your metabolic syndrome risk by 30%. Losing weight also helps you stop snoring. Go for healthy fats. Choose polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats (e.g., canola oil, walnut oil, olive oil, and peanut oil) to boost your HDL cholesterol and lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol. Eliminate added sugars and syrups. These increase your risk of metabolic syndrome and clog arteries. See your doctor. Medications are available that can get you on a healthy new track.
Don't want to take medication? Me either.  Here are some nutritional supplements from Omnitrition® that have helped me & my family:
	Nite Lite® is an incredible multi-purpose product. The ingredients in it are formulated to allow your body to get to the metabolic rate(REM) it needs to be at during the night to repair, restore, & rejuvenate. Our bodies were meant to sleep at night. Most of us don't allow ourselves enough time to sleep. Lack of sleep is one of the quickest ways to age your body & set yourself up for diseases & illnesses. Jeff Holland, Winter Springs, FL- Since taking Nite Lite®, I no longer have sleep apnea!
	Trish Holland, Winter Springs, FL- OmniTrim Extra Enhancer® helps to balance the sugars in my body helping to cut my insulin requirement by more than 30%. Julie Guenthner, Buckley, WA- With Omnitrim Extra Enhancer® I no longer have cravings & want to snack all day! Joanna Smith, Stuart, FL- Extra Enhancer® helps balance my sugar levels, which helps stop my food cravings & energy loss. It has also helped relieve my leg cramps! Heidi Whitehair, Buckley, WA- Uses Extra Enhancers® to help control her hypoglycemia. By taking 1 or 2 capsules before she eats anything with sugar or has a glass of wine, her body does not have an insulin reaction triggering hypoglycemia.
	Omni Smart®, also known as "liquid drano" for your heart, has minerals & natural ingredients that support heart & blood vessel function. Good for anyone with a heart! Heart attack & stroke are the leading causes of death for people over the age of 50. People who have a family history of heart disease would especially benefit from this product using it preventatively. Helps to lower cholesterol & blood pressure.
Omnitrition® has Easy to Use Great Tasting Products for Incredible Weight Loss! From Omni Weight Loss Drops® to fat & carb blockers to thermogenic drinks to a vanilla soy protein shake! Something for everyone!

5 Ways to Get Fit for Summer

Borrowed From RealAge Tip: Summer Workout Routines to Lose Weight and Have Fun By Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., and Michael F. Roizen, M.D.
Giving in to summer fun can keep you motivated and on track with exercise -- key for losing weight, reducing your risk of heart disease and diabetes, and keeping your brain, skin, and love life young. If the Great Outdoors (beach! mountains! parks! backyards!) is looking way better than that basement treadmill or the stinky weight room at the gym, ditch the same old routine. Obey your instincts and head outside for some fun physical activity that doesn't remotely feel like exercise but has the same benefits. Fun stuff that makes you go "woo-hoo!" can boost fitness and burn as many or even more calories than your usual workout routine. Try these:
	1. Spin a Hula-Hoop. Rocking a Hula-Hoop burns 210 calories in 30 minutes and boosts your heart rate as much as a brisk walk. Like any good cardio exercise, it helps lower blood sugar and LDL (bad) cholesterol. Get a Hula-Hoop for yourself, one for each of your kids and grandkids, and "hoop it up" together!
	2. Toss a Frisbee. This classic summer toy can help you burn 109 to 252 calories in half an hour. Ever heard of disc golf? Log onto the Professional Disc Golf Association website to find the course nearest to you. There are thousands!
	3. Dance the summer away. Join the kids when they play Dance Dance Revolution? Hit the dance floor at your niece's wedding. Accept your neighbor's invite to Zumba or Jazzercise class. Dancing regularly burns lots of calories (shakin' a sexy samba burns 10 per minute) while boosting fitness health. Dancing also lowers your risk of dementia by an amazing 76%. It's a workout that doesn't feel like work.
	4. Walk in water. Love to hang out at the pool but hate getting your hair wet? Skip the laps and get in some water walking. Water supports your weight but adds up to 12 times more resistance than air, so you'll get a great workout, no bathing cap necessary. Try it, too, if you've got achy joints and the water feels balmy. A little warm-water exercise can cut joint pain from arthritis and fibromyalgia by as much as a third.
	5. Hit the beach. Dial up your favorite Beach Boys classics on your iPhone, slap on plenty of sunscreen, and go coastal. Walking on soft sand can burn 20% to 50% more calories than walking on a hard surface, thanks to the extra effort it takes (the softer the sand, the harder you'll work). Ready for more fun? Look for a beach volleyball game. Despite what you see on TV, you don't need a bikini (shorts and a T-shirt are fine), but if you get hooked and start playing regularly, you might be bikini-ready soon. A 30-minute beach volleyball game burns up to 355 calories.
Check out products from Omnitrition® that can help with your workout!
	Omni Sport® has a strong amino acid base that aids in muscle recovery, stamina, & endurance while at the same time helping to build lean muscle mass. While Omni Sport® is primarily a "workout" product, it is, also, beneficial for people who are healing from various injuries to both muscles & bones. Most injuries have been shown to heal in half the time! Gayle Sibat, Winter Springs, FL- Omni Sport® helps me get more out of my workout at the gym, especially after a long day at work.
	Let Omnitrition® Ease Your Pains Away! Let Omnitrition's Ease Spray® help ease your sore muscles! Ease® is a topical spray that provides fast, temporary relief from common aches and pains. Use for: neckache backache muscle soreness stiffness sprains strains sore feet
	Need to Lose Weight? Or Build Muscle? Omnifit Vanilla Shake® Works Both Ways! Roger Sibat, Winter Springs, FL- I drink Omnifit Shakes® between meals to help me build body mass and muscle while I work out at the gym. Body builders take protein powders to develop muscles. Weight lifters take extra protein to help them get stronger. People who are underweight take protein to gain weight. Proteins are used in the production of skin, hair, muscles & bones. Also, protein is used to manufacture hormones, enzymes, cellular messengers, & immune system components. Without adequate protein, the body does not have the ability to put cells, tissues & organs together.
	Who needs more energy?...almost anyone! Full of B vitamins, Omnitrition's Charge® is very helpful with: stress, fatigue, anxiety, energy, focus, & concentration. B vitamins are also natural anti-inflammatories, so they are helpful for people who suffer from many kinds of muscle or joint aches & pains. In addition, Omnitrition's Charge® has Phenylalanine, a natural pain killer.
	OMNI 4® is America's Best Liquid Vitamin, also, comes with Glucosamine! 1. Puts balance in your body by helping to get rid of toxins that build up in your system. 2. Excellent compliment to a weight loss program, because your body will lose weight much easier if it is in balance. 3. Most diseases & illnesses can be attributed to lack of proper nutrition. Taking Omni 4® every day will ensure you are giving your body what it needs. 4. It is very beneficial to people who suffer with asthma & allergies. 5. Glucosamine helps with muscle, tissues, tendons & joints. Helps to eliminate fine lines & wrinkles. Promotes new tissue growth & delays the progression of osteoarthritis. 6. Co-Enzyme Q10, "The Spark of Life", an anti-aging nutrient, helps with renal failure, congestive heart failure, hypertension, neurological & neuro-degenerative diseases, diabetes & cancer. Studies have shown breast cancer to be linked to a decrease in plasma Co-Q10 levels. Everyone should be on Omni4 ®!
	Nite Lite® is Omnitrition®'s Natural Sleep Aide. Helps me sleep like a baby! Nite Lite@ is an incredible multi-purpose product. The ingredients in it are formulated to allow your body to get to the metabolic rate(REM) it needs to be at during the night to repair, restore, & rejuvenate. Our bodies were meant to sleep at night. Most of us don't allow ourselves enough time to sleep. Lack of sleep is one of the quickest ways to age your body & set yourself up for diseases & illnesses. When you drink the Nite Lite® 3 hours after your last meal, just before bed, you will not only enjoy the fat burning, muscle building effects, but you are also getting the anti-carcinogenic & anti-tumorigenic benefits that Nite Lite® has to offer while enjoying the best night sleep that you have ever had!

Spices That Can Help You Lose Weight

Q. Is there a spice in your kitchen that has the ability to block the formation of new fat cells?
Can you sprinkle on black pepper to shrink your gut? Maybe. The spice has the ability to block the formation of new fat cells, says lab research published in the Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry. Researchers grew a type of cells destined to become fats cells in a petri dish. Then exposed them to piperine, a pungent ingredient in black pepper, for 72 hours. The results: The exposure to piperine interfere with the formation of new fat cells. It also reduced lipid storage in the cells—which is good for revealing those abs, since the lack of lipids prevents these cells from being stored as fat. Researchers noted that previous animal studies found black pepper to be effective at reducing triglyceride accumulation in the liver, which helps decrease your risk for liver disease, & reducing levels of glucose in the blood, which plays a role in preventing diabetes. To reap the biggest benefits of piperine, buy black peppercorns & grind them yourself. According to additional research published in the Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry, whole black peppercorns pack the largest amount of piperine per serving compared to other forms of the spice.
Here are some tools to weight-loss success that are on your spice rack! These are five spices that not only add flavor to your favorite dishes, but can help in your battle against the bulge:
	1. Cinnamon Acording to a study published in Diabetes Care, as little as one teaspoon of cinnamon per day can boost the body's weight-loss ability by reducing blood sugar & promoting healthier processing of carbohydrates. It also lowers LDL cholesterol, bad cholesterol, by seven to 27% & total cholesterol by 12 to 26%. Plus, cinnamon has been shown to prevent the metabolic syndrome commonly seen in pre-diabetics. But before you go crazy using cinnamon, note that cinnamon contains a chemical called coumarin, which can lead to liver damage if consumed in very large amounts.
	2. Cayenne The main ingredient in cayenne is capsaicin, which is, also, found in other hot peppers & has long been studied for its fat-burning abilities as well as thermogenic properties, the stimulating of the central nervous system to produce heat in the body, leading to an increase in calorie burning. In fact, Nicholas Perricone, M.D., cites several of these studies in his wildly popular The Perricone Weight-Loss Diet and concludes that capsaicin acts as an appetite suppressant. Many think that cayenne pepper promotes weight loss because it's simply difficult to overindulge in spicy food. However, later studies performed by the Journal of Obesity, also, found that the spice increases fat oxidation, "ramps up energy expenditure, & stimulates activity by the sympathetic nervous system", which help the body to shed excess weight. Research has found that cayenne's ability to reduce appetite is equally effective whether ingested as food or in capsule form.
	3. Black Pepper Among the health benefits of this common household ingredient is its ability to improve digestion & promote the absorption of nutrients in tissues all over the body. Plus, its main component-piperine boosts fat metabolism by as much as 8% for several hours after ingesting it. If you want your pepper to pack the most punch, use freshly ground pepper, which has the most concentrated amounts of piperine.
	4. Mustard Seed Like other hot ingredients, spicy mustard helps boost metabolism & allows you to burn fat more quickly, in part due to its thermogenic properties. Scientists at England's Oxford Polytechnic Institute recently found that eating just 1 teaspoon of hot mustard can "boost metabolism 20 to 25% for several hours after eating, resulting in an additional burn of about 45 calories if a 700-calorie meal is consumed."
	5. Ginger Long used for its medicinal properties, ginger is, also, an effective diuretic, a substance that increases the elimination of urine. It improves gastric mobility by pushing food & waste through the digestive system as well as hinders the absorption of cholesterol. Although more study is needed, preliminary evidence suggests that this versatile spice helps to increase metabolism.
Omnitrition® has Easy to Use Great Tasting Products for Incredible Weight Loss!
	The Omni Weight Loss Drops® followed along with a Low Calorie Diet is key in achieving the results you want for lightning fast weight loss! The Omni Drops Diet Plan along with the weight loss drops makes the body utilize fat efficiently. This combination forces the body to release and additional 1400 to 4000 calories internally, which gives the body the fuel it needs, rather than taking it from food sources.
	Omnifit Vanilla Shake® is a delicious, creamy soy protein meal replacement shake that can help you cut calories. Replace 2 meals a day with a shake and eat a sensible, healthy meal for dinner. Gayle Sibat, Winter Springs, FL-Omnifit Shakes® helped me drop from a size 22 to a size 4! Drink Omnitrition's Thermo Herbal Tea® before your OmniFit Vanilla Shake® & you get "Shake & Bake!" helping you burn more calories. Thermo Herbal Tea, a great tasting tea from Omnitrition for fat burning!
	Thermo Herbal Tea®, Omnitrition®'s unique fat burner, is formulated to help with weight loss by burning stored body fat & increasing lean muscle mass at the same time. It combines green & black tea for a great taste!
	Omnitrition's® answer to the coffee drinker, Thermo Java® is formulated to help with weight loss by burning stored body fat & increasing lean muscle mass at the same time. It has the same weight loss ingredients as the Thermo Herbal Tea®.
	OmniTrim Chito® is Omnitrition®'s Own Unique Fat Blocker Blocks many of the fat calories you eat. Lindsey Brown, Winter Springs, FL- I take Chito® before every meal to help with weight loss and also to help alleviate acid reflux.
	Omnitrition's Phaso Trim® is made from a plant extract that helps block calories from carbs. Phaseolamin is a carb-blocking ingredient made from white kidney beans. Each capsule blocks up to 400 starch/carbohydrate calories from absorbing into your system. One PhasoTrim® before a meal will help decrease the number of starch calories absorbed by the body. For meals heavy in starch, take a second capsule halfway through the meal.
	As with any weight loss program, you will need vitamins to ensure giving your body enough nutrients. Omni4® is the best liquid vitamin for giving your body what it needs.

What is Niacin?

What Is Niacin?

Posted On 2012-05-17 , 7:18 PM

Niacin, also known as Vitamin B3, is found in animal foods like red meat, liver & fish. It is, also, found in some plant foods like beans, carrots & leafy green vegetables. Niacin helps protect against cardiovascular disease as well as supports cognitive function, the nervous system & the digestive tract. Therefore, it is important to get enough niacin into your every day diet.
What Niacin Does For Your Body
Niacin is one of the most important nutrients in your diet, & it's water soluble, which means that your body excretes excess niacin in your urine, rather than storing it. Therefore, you need to eat a steady supply of niacin each day to ensure that you don't suffer from niacin deficiency. Niacin protects your heart by lowering blood levels of "bad" LDL cholesterol, as well as preventing the accumulation of arterial plaque. Your digestive system, nervous system & brain need niacin to function. Niacin helps your body make new DNA & helps your body use insulin efficiently to control blood sugar levels. Your body, also, needs niacin to process fats.
Medical Uses for Niacin
Niacin has a number of therapeutic uses. It's often used to treat arteriosclerosis (coronary heart disease, or hardening of the arteries). Niacin can help keep blood cholesterol levels low to protect your heart. Also, niacin therapy has been used to treat arthritis, diabetes & acne, as well as, mental disorders such as dementia, schizophrenia & psychosis.
How to Get Enough Niacin into Your Daily Diet
You won't be able to get enough niacin from your diet alone to experience medical benefits. However, you still need some niacin each day. Men need about 16 mg per day & women need 14 mg per day unless they are pregnant or nursing (pregnant & breastfeeding women have higher niacin requirements). It's critical that you get enough niacin in your diet on a daily basis, because your body can't store this important vitamin. Fortunately, a substantial number of foods are high in niacin. Niacin is found in red meat, liver, kidneys, chicken, turkey & fish. Salmon & tuna are particularly high in niacin, but be aware that consumption of these fish contain high levels of mercury & other pollutants. Eat salmon & tuna only two or three times per week to avoid the ill effects of mercury & the other pollutants often found in fish. Vegetables that have a high niacin content include crimini mushrooms, which should be eaten raw for the maximum nutritional benefit. Green leafy vegetables are high in niacin, as are tomatoes & asparagus. Coffee also contains high levels of niacin. To get the most nutritional benefit from your vegetables, eat them raw or lightly steamed.
Check It Out!  Nutritional Supplements from Omnitrition Contain Niacin, too!
	Omni4®, Omnitrition®'s Liquid Gold is America's Best Liquid Vitamin!  Contains 20mg niacin. This orange, papaya-flavored drink is a good foundation for all ages, 0 to 100 & older! 1. Puts balance in your body by helping to get rid of toxins that build up in your system. 2. Excellent compliment to a weight loss program, because your body will lose weight much easier if it is in balance. 3. Most diseases & illnesses can be attributed to lack of proper nutrition. Taking Omni 4® every day will ensure you are giving your body what it needs. 4. It is very beneficial to people who suffer with asthma & allergies. 5. Glucosamine helps with muscle, tissues, tendons & joints. Helps to eliminate fine lines & wrinkles. Promotes new tissue growth & delays the progression of osteoarthritis. 6. Co-Enzyme Q10, "The Spark of Life", an anti-aging nutrient, helps with renal failure, congestive heart failure, hypertension, neurological & neuro-degenerative diseases, diabetes & cancer. Studies have shown breast cancer to be linked to a decrease in plasma Co-Q10 levels. Everyone should be on Omni4 ®!
	Omnitrition's Charge® Gives you Energy to Face the Day!   Charge® contains 80mg niacin. Who needs more energy?...almost anyone! Full of B vitamins, Omnitrition's Charge® is very helpful with: stress, fatigue, anxiety, energy, focus, & concentration. Trish Holland, Winter Springs, FL- Charge® is like getting a Vitamin B-12 shot without the needle & doctor's visit. It gives me the energy I need naturally.
	Omnitrition's Remind® is Complete Brain Nutrition You Won't Soon Forget!   Remind® contains 100mg niacin. Omnitrition's Remind® is "Brain in a Bottle", because it helps with mental focus, concentration, & clarity of thought.  Omnitrition's Remind®, also, has niacin in it, which helps to lower cholesterol & flush toxins. Some people may experience what is called a "Niacin Flush". Completely harmless, a niacin flush may cause an itchy/tingling red rash on some areas of your body, mainly, the face, neck, arms & legs. The rash will last about 15 to 30 minutes & then be gone. Do Not Panic! This is a good thing to have happen. You are not allergic to the niacin. What is happening during that time is your body is flushing toxins out of your circulatory system. The more medication you are on or if you are a smoker or a drinker, the more apt you are to have a niacin flush. Some people never have them & others all the time.
	SHIELD® is Omnitrition®'s Very Own Antioxidant! Shield® contains 40mg niacin. Antioxidants are substances that may protect your cells against the effects of free radicals. Free radical damage may lead to cancer, heart disease, as well as, other diseases.
	Nite Lite® is Omnitrition®'s Natural Sleep Aide. Nite Lite® contains 120mg niacin. Nite Lite® is Omnitrition's ground-breaking formula used to support your body's natural metabolic processes, which occur through deep, relaxed sleep. Fueled by body fat, these processes assist the body in efficiently and naturally rejuvenating and restoring itself, as wells as, facilitating weight loss. Nite Lite® contains Niacin, a B3 Vitamin, which flushes out toxins & improves circulation. Perfectly normal, some people experience a "niacin flush" when taking this product. Take Nite Lite® & get your best night's sleep naturally!