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	<title>Nutralegacy blog - how to live and maintain a healthy, successful and productive lifestyle &#187; Bio Supplements</title>
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		<title>What Are the Top 5 Joint Support Supplements?</title>
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1. Glucosamine
Top joint support supplements usually include the amino acid glucosamine, which is a natural product that your body makes to lubricate and keep your joints healthy. This amino acid helps to build cartilage and other healthy joint tissues, and to increase the lubrication and flexibility of the affected joints. The usual dose is about [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>1. Glucosamine</strong><br />
Top <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/joint-support-supplements/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with joint support supplements">joint support supplements</a> usually include the amino acid glucosamine, which is a natural product that your body makes to lubricate and keep your joints healthy. This amino acid helps to build cartilage and other healthy joint tissues, and to increase the lubrication and flexibility of the affected joints. The usual dose is about fifteen hundred milligrams every day.</p>
<p><strong>2. Chondroitin</strong><br />
A common <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/joint-support-formula/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with joint support formula">joint support formula</a> will normally include chondroitin, and this component is frequently combined with glucosamine for a double effect. Chondroitin is a glycosaminoglycan that is necessary for healthy cartilage because it can minimize joint damage. Besides, a supplement can ensure that your body has adequate amounts for optimal joint health. Four hundred milligrams twice a day is the usual amount taken.</p>
<p><strong>3. Fish Oils/Omega-3 Fatty Acids</strong><br />
Fish oils are excellent joint support supplements, because these oils are full of omega 3 fatty acids. Fish oils and omega 3 fatty acid supplements will help reduce swelling and inflammation, and prevent damage to the joint tissues. Fish oils are also effective at <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/relieving-joint-pain/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with relieving joint pain">relieving joint pain</a>, and can help with many types of arthritis and joint problems.</p>
<p><strong>4. Bromelain</strong><br />
One of the newest joint support supplements is Bromelain, which is a naturally occuring enzyme found in pineapples. This supplement is ideal for joint issues because it works to reduce any inflammation and swelling, as well as speeding up the healing process of any wounds and damaged tissues.</p>
<p><strong>5. MSM</strong><br />
One of the top joint support supplements for relieving joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation is MSM, also known as Methylsulfonylmethane. Users who take this supplement do so because it is believed the sulfur in this substance will keep joints and ligaments healthy and flexible.</p>
<p>The information supplied in this article is not to be considered as medical advice and is for educational purposes only.</p>
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		<title>What is Phytoestrogen?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:14:51 +0000</pubDate>
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Phytoestrogen is also known as dietary estrogen. Phytoestrogens make up a diverse group of naturally occurring, non-steroidal plant compounds. They occur in plants and plant products that include soy beans, grains, seeds, herbs, fruits and vegetables.

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<p><a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/phytoestrogen/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with phytoestrogen">Phytoestrogen</a> is also known as dietary estrogen. Phytoestrogens make up a diverse group of naturally occurring, non-steroidal plant compounds. They occur in plants and plant products that include soy beans, grains, seeds, herbs, fruits and vegetables.<br />
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<p>Phytoestrogen has a chemical structure similar to the function of the human hormone called estradiol. This makes it possible to cause estrogenic and anti-estrogenic effects. The similarity in chemical composition makes the compounds have an affect on human metabolism.</p>
<p>The name is derived from “phyto” – scientific name for plants – and “estrogen,” which is the duration of time of female mammal fertility. Phytoestrogen is not considered a nutrient as the lack of this in the diet does not result in any deficiency syndrome.</p>
<p>Some studies indicate that phytoestrogens have health benefits which include:</p>
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<li>Reduction of breast and prostrate cancer</li>
<li>Reduction in cardiovascular effects</li>
<li>Possible effects against osteoporosis</li>
<li>Reduction of effects associated with age</li>
<li>Treatment of hormone related diseases (such as <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/female-hormones/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with female hormones">female hormones</a>)</li>
<li>Possible anti-cancer effects (knowing your <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/breast-cancer-facts/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with breast cancer facts">breast cancer facts</a> could help here)</li>
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<p>Dietary phytoestrogen from natural sources vary depending on the type of food. In a research project carried out in Canada, it was found that nuts and oil seeds contained the highest levels of phytoestrogen, followed by soy plant products.</p>
<p>The chemical compounds found in plants are thousands of times weaker than human estrogen (one type of female hormones). There is no proof, however, that phytoestrogens have any significant impact in easing menopausal symptoms. </p>
<p>Phytoestrogens are classified as isoflavones and lignans. Isoflavones, flavones and coumestans fall under the flavonoids category. These compounds are found in high quantities in soy, which is available through beans, tofu, milk and other products. Learning more about the role of phytoestrogen and breast cancer facts might be a good idea for women at high risk.</p>
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		<title>Can I Give Probiotics to Kids?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:54:12 +0000</pubDate>
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Probiotics are microorganisms, such as acidophilus, that increase the overall health of the people who eat or drink them.  They increase the number of good bacteria that live in our intestines, and prevent the growth of the bacteria that can harm the body.

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<p>Probiotics are microorganisms, such as acidophilus, that increase the overall health of the people who eat or drink them.  They increase the number of good bacteria that live in our intestines, and prevent the growth of the bacteria that can harm the body.<br />
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<p>Antibiotics kill not only the bad bacteria in the body, but they, also, kill a lot of the good bacteria.  Stress, immunizations, traveling and a change in diet can cause a change in the ratio of the good bacteria to the bad.</p>
<p>You can give <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/probiotics-to-kids/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with probiotics to kids">probiotics to kids</a> of any age.  Children will benefit from taking probiotics because the probiotics help keep their digestive system and their immune system healthy.  They, also, help nutrients digest and absorb better.</p>
<p>Studies have shown that probiotics are especially useful in children that have acute diarrhea and babies that have colic.  Giving probiotics to kids can help their immune system when they have symptoms of flu or a cold.  They, also, help with allergies, acne and digestive diseases, such as Chrohn’s disease and irritable bowel syndrome.</p>
<p>Prebiotics in the body come from carbohydrate fibers that don’t digest.  They remain in the body, and help the good bacteria flourish and grow.</p>
<p>There are no <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/herbal-benefits-of-probiotics/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with herbal benefits of probiotics">herbal benefits of probiotics</a>.  However, herbal products can be used in conjunction with <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/probiotics-and-prebiotics/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with probiotics and prebiotics">probiotics and prebiotics</a> to boost the immune system and fight against certain diseases.</p>
<p>In light of the above facts, it is safe to say, yes, you can give probiotics to kids.  Their immune systems will be healthier, and their bodies will be able to fight off any bacteria or virus that they come in contact with.</p>
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		<title>Come Alive Naturally FAQ</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 14:56:10 +0000</pubDate>
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Come Alive is so effective because it delivers a multitude of synergistic and beneficial compounds that are needed by every system in the body. 
Come Alive is 100% natural. It contains no artificial flavors, no artificial colors, no artificial sweeteners, no preservatives, and no stimulants.


1. Why is Come Alive Naturally so beneficial?
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<li>Come Alive is so effective because it delivers a multitude of synergistic and beneficial compounds that are needed by every system in the body. </li>
<li>Come Alive is 100% natural. It contains no artificial flavors, no artificial colors, no artificial sweeteners, no preservatives, and no stimulants.</li>
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<h2>1. Why is Come Alive Naturally so beneficial?</h2>
<p>Come Alive is so effective because it delivers a multitude of synergistic and beneficial compounds that are needed by every system in the body.  It does this in a nutrient dense, delicious, low calorie drink mix.  In fact, one serving of Come Alive in water contains only 40 calories, even though you are receiving whole foods, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, phytonutrients, and so much more.  Come Alive is an amazing all-natural, long lasting energy booster which has no caffeine or other stimulants.  At the same time energy levels are increased, the body is receiving comprehensive nutrition to help numerous other facets of health.</p>
<h2><!--more-->2. What is behind the idea of nutrient density?</h2>
<p>The best way to get the nutrients you need is through food sources.  These food sources are better utilized in the body as compared to “pills”.  The best foods to ingest are those that deliver the most complete and complimentary nutrients with the fewest amount of calories, known as super foods.  Nutrient dense foods also provide support nutrients such as enzymes, trace minerals, probiotics, and anti-oxidant. These impact the body directly and assist in the utilization of major nutrients like protein, vitamins, minerals, and fiber.  Come Alive contains several nutrient dense foods that all deliver both major and support nutrients in forms and proportions designed by nature.</p>
<h2>3. Do many foods offer nutrient density?</h2>
<p>No, as a matter of fact, most foods in our modern diet are actually known as “empty calorie” foods.  In other words, they offer calories, but very little else.  Sometimes they are fortified with a couple of select vitamins and minerals, but are severely deficient in other vitamins and minerals, enzymes, trace minerals, fiber, and anti-oxidants.  To make matters worse, empty calorie foods, in order to be utilized for energy, leech nutrients from the body to complete the task.  This causes further deficiencies which can ultimately lead to dis-ease.</p>
<h2>4. What is the benefit of having so many diverse nutrients in one nutrient dense blend?</h2>
<p>The body requires a multitude of nutrients to maintain optimal performance.  These nutrients work together in several different combinations depending on the function taking place.  Rarely does a single nutrient perform its duties in a solitary fashion.  Consequently, when even a single essential nutrient is deficient or missing from the diet, major operating systems in the body can be compromised.  All phases of metabolism require specific vitamins, macro- and micro-minerals, enzymes, antioxidants along with many other compounds to act at peak efficiency. Just as important, they must be present at the same time.  Come Alive is excellent for filling in the gaps so common to typical dietary regimens, whatever those gaps may be depending on every individual’s body chemistry and diet.  That is a key benefit of Come Alive as it delivers all these nutrients previously mentioned and more, all in a comprehensive and easy to use supplement.</p>
<h2>5. When is the best time to use Come Alive?</h2>
<p>Come Alive can be used anytime of the day.  It can be taken alone, or in combination with other foods.  Many people use Come Alive as a daily nutritional booster that acts as an energy booster at the same time.  Taken alone, Come Alive can provide the necessary nutrients to create balanced and sustained energy, even though there are absolutely no stimulants in Come Alive.  This is what makes Come Alive so effective for helping with <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/weight-loss/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with weight loss">weight loss</a> regimens.  It is also excellent to use before, during, or after physical activity.  Many athletes take Come Alive before or even at halftimes of sporting events to naturally increase stamina and endurance.  It can also be used post exercise to enhance recovery.  When taken with meals (ranging from small to large), Come Alive can greatly improve the utilization of the nutrients contained within the meal, and helps lessen the amount of food that needs to be eaten which helps with calorie control.</p>
<h2>6. Is Come Alive all natural?</h2>
<p>Come Alive is 100% natural.  It contains no artificial flavors, no artificial colors, no artificial sweeteners, no preservatives, and no stimulants.</p>
<p><!--commerce -->If you’re looking for some natural supplements to take with Come Alive, try <a href='/store/products/astragalus-organic/'>Astragalus Organic</a> and <a href='/store/products/eleuthero-organic/'>Eleuthero Organic</a> to promote overall health.<!-- /commerce --></p>
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		<title>Glyceryl Phosphoryl Choline Helps Your Brain and Memory Function</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 14:09:00 +0000</pubDate>
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Glyceryl Phosphoryl Choline increases levels of motor units and brain neurons. With a high level of acetylcholine, cognitive function is improved
This phospholipids component, Choline, optimizes conditions for the human growth hormone which regulates basal metabolism. It also has the potential to reduce stored body fat
Natural sources of choline include: liver, soybeans, Vitamin C, Vitamin B12, [...]]]></description>
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<li>Glyceryl Phosphoryl Choline increases levels of motor units and brain neurons. With a high level of acetylcholine, cognitive function is improved</li>
<li>This phospholipids component, Choline, optimizes conditions for the human growth hormone which regulates <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/basal-metabolism/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with basal metabolism">basal metabolism</a>. It also has the potential to <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/reduce-stored-body-fat/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with reduce stored body fat">reduce stored body fat</a></li>
<li>Natural sources of choline include: liver, soybeans, <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/vitamin-c/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with vitamin C">Vitamin C</a>, <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/vitamin-b12/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with vitamin B12">Vitamin B12</a>, nuts and eggs</li>

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Glyceryl Phosphoryl Choline acts a potent choline donor which can increase acetylcholine levels significantly in motor units and in brain neurons. Acetylcholine is the body’s primary neurotransmitter.  A number of scientific studies have shown that with increasing levels of acetylcholine, <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/phosphatidylserine-reduces-risk-of-cognitive-dysfunction-and-dementia/">cognitive functioning</a> can improve, including learning, memory, focus and concentration.  Glyceryl phosphoryl choline supplies choline to the blood stream. Choline is an essential substance in phospholipids in the body which are a major component of all biological membranes.  Choline undertakes a process of acetylation which results in the production of acetylcholine.  Acetylcholine is very important to neurotransmitters which operate in the central nervous system to amplify, modulate and relay signals between cells and neurons.  Acetylcholine is responsible for communication between neurons.</p>
<p>Glyceryl phosphoryl choline is also a precursor of phosphatidylcholine which can increase levels of choline in the brain.  It is also involved in the production and release of choline.  The combination of the release of choline and acetylcholine stimulates cognitive function.  Acetylcholine is a key chemical which promotes memory in the brain.  A deficiency in acetylcholine can be a factor in the decline of memory.  When there is a lack of choline, the production of acetylcholine can be limited, and this can have a knock-on detrimental effect on mental and physical performance.</p>
<p>Choline has the additional benefit of optimizing conditions for the release of human growth hormone (known as “HGH”).  HGH is an extremely important hormone which regulates <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/what-is-bmr-basal-metabolic-rate/">basal metabolism</a>, and therefore regulates body composition.</p>
<p>Additionally, there are a number of neuromuscular benefits  which may include increased strength, increased lean muscle mass and decreased body fat.  This can be achieved due to glyceryl phosphoryl choline’s activity in recruiting motor units and muscle fibers.  Also, glyceryl phosphoryl choline is considered to be a secretagogue (a substance which causes another substance to be secreted) of growth hormone.  It therefore has the potential to be very important in the development of lean muscle, which in itself will help to <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/how-to-raise-metabolism-and-loose-body-fat/">reduce stored body fat</a>.</p>
<p>If you undertake strenuous exercise or physical activity, or suffer from stress, a lack of choline can become a limiting factor in the production of acetylcholine.  As acetylcholine is the brain’s main neurotransmitter  in motor units, a lack of it will have a detrimental effect on mental and physical performance. A motor unit is a single alpha motor neuron and all of the corresponding muscle fibers it stimulates.</p>
<p><img title="Acetylcholine Levels" src="/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/glyceryl-phosphoryl-choline-helps-your-brain-and-memory-function_2.jpg" border="0" alt="Acetylcholine Levels" />Natural sources of choline include fish, liver, soy beans, nuts and eggs.  In addition, your system requires other nutrients in order to be able to derive acetylcholine from ingested choline.  These include vitamin C, and vitamins B1, B5 and B12.</p>
<p>Scientific studies have shown that supplementing dietary choline can increase the amount of neuronal connections in the brain.  This in turn was shown to lead to enhanced learning ability and memory recall.</p>
<p>It is also thought that supplementing with choline during pregnancy can enhance the brain development of the infant.  Choline is not known to be toxic in any way.</p>
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		<title>Tri Methyl Glycine Helps to Improve Immune System</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:47:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sugar beets extract better known as tri methyl glycine can boast its health benefits:

it has been known for its antibacterial properties
TMG helps to enhance athletic performance as it has a beneficial effect on endurance
it can act as an immune booster
it helps to lower LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels
it also helps to improve immune system function



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<li>it has been known for its <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/antibacterial-properties/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with antibacterial properties">antibacterial properties</a></li>
<li>TMG helps to enhance <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/athletic-performance/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with athletic performance">athletic performance</a> as it has a beneficial effect on endurance</li>
<li>it can act as an immune booster</li>
<li>it helps to <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/lower-ldl-cholesterol/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with lower ldl cholesterol">lower LDL cholesterol</a> and <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/triglyceride-levels/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with triglyceride levels">triglyceride levels</a></li>
<li>it also helps to improve <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/immune-system-function/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with immune system function">immune system function</a></li>

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Tri methyl glycine (also known as TMG or anhydrous Betaine), is extracted from sugar beets.  It is known as is a natural polysaccharide which is a relatively complex carbohydrate.  Tri methyl glycine is also a good source of the methyl groups that promote healthier levels of homocysteine.  Homocysteine is a powerful free radical pro-oxidant generator.  Free radicals are known to damage cell proteins and genetic material and leave the cell vulnerable to cancer.   Free radicals are also thought to be partly responsible for the aging process as well as a variety of illnesses and conditions. Antioxidant enzymes can help neutralize free radicals, and in doing so may limit or stop some of the damage they cause.   Homocysteine is an end product of the metabolism of an essential <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/role-of-amino-acid-complex-in-protein-metabolism/">amino acid</a> called methionine.  It has been shown to be a prominent cause of artery and <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/symptoms-of-coronary-heart-disease/">heart disease</a>.</p>
<p>Tri methyl glycine works alongside other substances known as cofactors to inhibit cancer, and protect the body against neurological disease, heart disease, and a wide variety of age related conditions.  Cofactors that work with tri methyl glycine include vitamin B6 and B12, and Folic Acid.</p>
<p>Tri methyl glycine is an important and versatile nutrient and provides the body with an intermediary metabolite.  This can have the effect of allowing a person to function at more optimal levels of physical and mental activity. As an integral part of human metabolism tri methyl glycine can assist the body to recover from a variety of adverse health conditions. Generally, tri methyl glycine protects the body against many different sources of physical, environmental and metabolic stress.</p>
<p>Tri methyl glycine has been used for the following purposes:</p>
<p>* To assist with immune modulation.  It can improve the response of antibodies, and increases B- and T-cell function.  It also regulates cytokines and helps to protect against <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/tri-methyl-glycine-helps-to-improve-immune-system/">viral and bacterial infection</a>.<br />
* To help reduce triglyceride and <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/cayenne-pepper-reduces-blood-cholesterol-levels/">cholesterol levels</a>.  It also helps to improve coronary circulation which can reduce pain caused by angina.  It helps to eliminate hypoxia.<br />
* To help enhance athletic performance as it has a beneficial effect on endurance by improving oxygen utilization and reducing lactic acid buildup.  It also improves muscle recovery.</p>
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* To improve social interaction and verbal communication and reduce hyperactivity in autistic subjects.  It may also reduce seizures in those with epilepsy.<br />
* To promote greater mental alertness and energy, and also help improve immune system function. These can be valuable characteristics for people who suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome.<br />
* To promote anti-tumor activity, which helps to prevent metastasis.<br />
* To reduce antinuclear antibodies, and modulate cytokine production.  This is helpful in treating lupus.</p>
<p>In the liver, Tri methyl glycine converts one of its methyl groups into homocysteine.  Homocysteine is then itself converted into methionine which is a useful amino acid.  Also, when methylation is functioning, homocysteine is converted to methionine which is then converted to S-adenosylmethionine (known as SAMe).  SAMe acts as a natural anti depressant and also protects the liver.</p>
<p>The usual dose of tri methyl glycine is around 500-1,000mg per day.</p>
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		<title>Phosphatidylserine Reduces Risk of Cognitive Dysfunction and Dementia</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:27:00 +0000</pubDate>
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Phosphatidylserine (PS) is a phospholipids component and can be found in the greatest quantities in innards (kidney, liver, brain.) It can also be found in dietary supplementation
It has a positive effect in improving memory, improving concentration and decreasing the effects of stress
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<li>Phosphatidylserine (PS) is a phospholipids component and can be found in the greatest quantities in innards (kidney, liver, brain.) It can also be found in dietary supplementation</li>
<li>It has a positive effect in <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/improving-memory/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with improving memory">improving memory</a>, improving concentration and decreasing the effects of stress</li>
<li>PS lessens the rise of cortisol levels. Cortisol has the effect of <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/increasing-blood-sugar/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with increasing blood sugar">increasing blood sugar</a></li>

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Phosphatidylserine (known as “PS”) is a <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/phospholipid-component/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with phospholipid component">phospholipid component</a>.  Phospholipids are a type of lipids that are a significant constituent of all biological membranes.  They can be found in a number of different food sources, including meat and fish, but can be found in the greatest quantities in the innards such as the kidney and liver, and also in the brain. There are only small quantities of PS in vegetables (except white beans) and dairy products.</p>
<p>A number of scientific studies have been carried out on PS.  Early research was carried out on PS derived from bovine brain, but research later began to centre around PS from soy beans due to concerns over BSE.  Most commercially available PS products are now made from soy beans, and preliminary research has shown that PS products made from soy beans is at least as effective as products made from bovine brain.</p>
<p>Although there are some conflicting conclusions from the available research, there is sufficient consistency for the US Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) to draw broad conclusions that &#8220;Consumption of phosphatidylserine may reduce the risk of dementia in the elderly&#8221; and &#8220;Consumption of phosphatidylserine may reduce the risk of cognitive dysfunction in the elderly&#8221;.  Early research has also shown that PS may also be beneficial for children with attention deficit disorder (ADD).</p>
<p>In addition, numerous scientific papers have demonstrated that PS can have a positive effect in <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/glyceryl-phosphoryl-choline-helps-your-brain-and-memory-function/">improving memory</a>, increasing cognitive function, assisting with learning capability, improving mental acuity, improving concentration, relieving depression and/or having a positive effect on mood and decreasing the effects of stress.</p>
<p><img border=0 src='/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/phosphatidylserine-reduces-risk-of-cognitive-dysfunction-and-dementia_2.jpg'  alt="Cognitive Dysfunction"  title="Cognitive Dysfunction" /><br />
In addition to assisting with cognitive function and memory, PS may also be useful as a form of sports nutrition.  It has been shown to increase the rate of recovery and to prevent soreness in muscles in athletes.  It has also been shown to have a positive effect on overall well-being and may have an ergogenic effect on athletes taking part in sports such as endurance running, cycling and resistance training.  Ergogenic aids might have a direct influence over the physiological capacity of a particular system in the body.  This can have the effect of improving <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/athletic-performance/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with athletic performance">athletic performance</a> by removing the psychological constraints which might have an impact on performance.  For example, PS has been shown in studies to improve the accuracy of golfers when they tee off by improving their resistance to stress.  PS may also increase the rate that an athlete can recover from competition and training.</p>
<p>Studies have shown that PS can be an effective supplement for reducing the effects of exercise-induced stress.  It can do this by lessening the rise in cortisol levels that is caused by exercise or exertion.  Cortisol is known as the “stress hormone” and is produced by the adrenal gland.  It has the effect of <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/how-to-spot-symptoms-of-high-blood-sugar/">increasing blood sugar</a> and blood pressure and it also reduces immune responses.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-health-care/dietary-supplements/">Dietary supplementation</a> with PS may promote a desirable hormonal balance in those undertaking physical exercise and may also reduce the negative physiological effects that can be brought on by overstretching or overtraining.</p>
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		<title>Coleus Forskolin as Treatment for Allergy, Respiratory and Cardiovascular Diseases</title>
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Forskolin is a type of mint found in the Ayurvedic herb Coleus forskohlii. It’s believed to increase the levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP)
This works in promoting weight loss, stimulating the growth of lean muscle and improving circulation



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<li><a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/forskolin/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with forskolin">Forskolin</a> is a type of mint found in the Ayurvedic herb Coleus forskohlii. It’s believed to increase the levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP)</li>
<li>This works in promoting <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/weight-loss/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with weight loss">weight loss</a>, stimulating the growth of lean muscle and <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/improving-circulation/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with improving circulation">improving circulation</a></li>

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<p>Forskolin is the main active ingredient in the Ayurvedic herb Coleus forskohlii. Coleus is a type of mint, native to Burma, India, Thailand, and parts of Southeast Asia.  It has a rich culinary history and is an unusual spice, but it has a more significant role in traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine.  Ayurvedic uses of coleus include application as a treatment for heart conditions and stomach cramps.</p>
<p>The roots of the coleus plants are a good source of forskolin. Forskolin is believed to increase the levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (known as cAMP).  Raised levels of cAMP have an effect on metabolism that is thought to promote <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-health-care/metabolism/metabolic-diet/weight-loss-food/">weight loss</a> and stimulate the growth of lean muscle.</p>
<p>The theory behind this effect is that forskolin stimulates adenylate cyclase activity, which, in turn, increases the levels of cAMP in fat cells.  This then activates another enzyme called hormone-sensitive lipase, which starts to break down fat stores through a process called lipolysis.  The scientific community has yet to prove decisively that these benefits exist, but this is a complex process and is difficult to confirm.  Traditional therapists continue to support the relationship between coleus forskolin and weight loss.</p>
<p>Clinical studies have shown that forskolin directly stimulates adenylate cyclase, although it does this without the expected requirement of epinephrine release. This means that forskolin bypasses the negative effects that may result from ephedrine&#8217;s stimulatory affect on the adrenal gland. As mentioned above, it is adenylate cyclase that stimulates cAMP, which is the intracellular messenger that triggers the release of the hormone-sensitive lipase that activates lipolysis.</p>
<p><img title="Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate" src="/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/coleus-forskolin-as-treatment-for-allergy-respiratory-and-cardiovascular-diseases_2.jpg" border="0" alt="Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate" /><br />
Forskolin may have other benefits too.  It has been used to treat systemic conditions like allergies, and may have a positive effect on glaucoma, as well as some respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.  Like its weight loss properties, this is a consequence of forskolin’s ability to increase cAMP.  The presence of raised levels of cAMP causes platelet reduction.  This, in turn, reduces the risk of blood clots, hypertension, and angina, and reduces the release of histamine in allergic reactions.  CAMP also improves the relaxation of critical smooth muscle tissue, such as in arteries, thereby further improving circulation.  It is important, therefore, that if you are taking other medications that thin the blood, including aspirin, that you consult your doctor before taking any products containing forskolin.</p>
<p>By increasing thyroid activity, increased levels of cAMP have <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/natural-metabolism-boosters/">metabolism boosting</a> action.  The consequential increase in energy, in turn, also has a positive effect on <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/how-to-raise-metabolism-and-loose-body-fat/">fat reduction</a>. However, people taking thyroid medications should discuss the potential impact of forskolin and the associated raised levels of cAMP with their doctor.</p>
<p>Other systemic conditions may also be treated with cAMP, including psoriasis, eczema, and asthma.</p>
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		<title>Glucosamine-Chondroitin to Improve Joint Health</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:52:00 +0000</pubDate>
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Glucosamine-Chondrotin combines two popular dietary supplements to improve joint health. It can be found in shellfish
Glucosamine has been show to reduce the pain of osteoarthritis in the knee; it is also used to treat inflammatory bowel disease
Chondrotin works to provide elasticity in cartilage. Some side effects include stomach bloating, gas and softened stools



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<li>Glucosamine-Chondrotin combines two popular <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/dietary-supplements/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Dietary Supplements">dietary supplements</a> to improve joint health. It can be found in shellfish</li>
<li>Glucosamine has been show to <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/reduce-the-pain/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with reduce the pain">reduce the pain</a> of osteoarthritis in the knee; it is also used to treat <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/inflammatory-bowel-disease/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with inflammatory bowel disease">inflammatory bowel disease</a></li>
<li>Chondrotin works to provide elasticity in cartilage. Some side effects include <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/stomach-bloating/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with stomach bloating">stomach bloating</a>, gas and softened stools</li>

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Glucosamine-Chondroitin combines two very popular supplements often taken to improve joint health. Glucosamine is found naturally in the body and consists of an amino acid called glutamine and glucose. It can be found in the shells of crustaceans such as crab, shrimp and lobster. A substance called chitin is drawn from the sea creatures, from which glucosamine can be manufactured in the laboratory.</p>
<p>Glucosamine is an amino sugar. Amino sugars are important elements in oligosaccharides and glycoproteins which contribute to biological recognition. They are also an important precursor of glycosylated lipids and proteins. Glucosamine is often used as a treatment for osteoarthritis. This is largely because glucosamine is a precursor for glycosaminoglycans. Glycosaminoglycans are an important element of the molecules in joint cartilage (the rubbery, elastic material that cushions the joints). Osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage loses its elasticity and becomes stiff. This can result in swelling, pain and loss of movement and can make the joint prone to further deterioration and damage. Dietary supplementation with glucosamine may help treat arthritis largely because it assists in the formation and rebuilding of cartilage and other tissues. Glucosamine supplementation can be effective in the elderly as glucosamine production slows with age. Taking a glucosamine supplement will augment the body’s natural supply. For similar reasons, glucosamine is popular in sports supplementation.</p>
<p>Scientific studies have shown that glucosamine can <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-health-care/health-conditions/pain-problems/">reduce the pain</a> and symptoms of osteoarthritis in the knee and that it might also slow the deterioration caused by osteoarthritis. Glucosamine is also used to treat <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/all-you-need-to-know-about-inflammatory-bowel-diseases/">inflammatory bowel disease</a>, rheumatoid arthritis, some skin conditions and chronic venous insufficiency although further scientific studies are required.</p>
<p>Research has shown that use of glucosamine in the short-term is well tolerated. Side effects may include headache, insomnia, drowsiness and mild and temporary digestive complaints such as poor appetite, abdominal pain, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, constipation and vomiting. Combining glucosamine and Chondroitin has also been linked with a temporary elevation in heart rate and blood pressure and with palpitations, but only in rare cases.  People with shellfish allergies should avoid glucosamine unless it is from a non-shellfish source. This may not be apparent from the labeling.</p>
<p><img title="Side Effects of Chondroitin" src="/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/glucosamine-chondroitin-to-improve-joint-health_2.jpg" border="0" alt="Side Effects of Chondroitin" />Chondroitin is a constituent of molecules called protoglycans. Their role is to provide elasticity in cartilage. Chondroitin is effective because it attracts fluids into protoglycan molecules. These molecules act as a shock absorber between the bones.  They also act as a mechanism for attracting nutrients into the cartilage which nourish and lubricate it. Chondroitin is a prominent element in articular cartilage (also known as hyaline cartilage). Articular cartilage is the white, smooth, glistening tissue in the human body that covers the surface of all the diarthrodial joints. It is instrumental in the movement of bones against one another. It is therefore a key element in healthy joints. Chondroitin therefore attracts water to the joint cartilage while glucosamine assists in the formation of proteoglycans. The Proteoglycans then sit in the spaces within the cartilage and act as water retainers.</p>
<p>Chondroitin slows the destructive action of some enzymes which degenerate the cartilage. It is also effective in recovering from and preventing joint related injuries. Side effects of Chondroitin supplementation may include <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/general-healthcare/natural-diuretic-foods-that-prevent-bloating/">stomach bloating</a>, gas and softened stools.</p>
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		<title>Fungal Based Digestive Enzymes Can Improve Process of Digestion</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 12:53:00 +0000</pubDate>
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Digestive enzymes from fungal sources have the ability to survive the digestive process. These enzymes include: protease, lipase, amylase and cellulase
They are key to the digestive process because they make sure food is completely digested
Protease is important because it assists in removing protein from the circulatory system



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<li><a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/digestive-enzymes/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with digestive enzymes">Digestive enzymes</a> from fungal sources have the ability to survive <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/the-digestive-process/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with the digestive process">the digestive process</a>. These enzymes include: protease, lipase, amylase and cellulase</li>
<li>They are key to the digestive process because they make sure food is completely digested</li>
<li>Protease is important because it assists in removing protein from the <a href="http://www.nutralegacy.com/blog/tag/circulatory-system/" class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with circulatory system">circulatory system</a></li>

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<p>Digestive enzymes extracted from fungal sources generally have the ability to operate over a broad range of acidity conditions (pH, 3.5 to 8.5). This means that they can survive the digestive process, the acidity of the stomach and the alkalinity of the small intestine. Fungal based digestive enzymes can therefore assist in digesting food in the stomach and then continue to assist in the process after the food enters the small intestine. This helps to ensure that food is completely digested.</p>
<p>Fungal based enzymes include the following types:</p>
<p>Protease</p>
<p>Protease are any enzymes that conduct the process of proteolysis. Proteolysis initiates protein catabolism by hydrolysis  of the peptide bonds that link amino acids together in the polypeptide chain. Catabolism is a metabolic pathway which breaks molecules down into smaller units with a resultant release of energy. Hydrolysis is a type of chemical reaction. During hydrolysis, water molecules split into hydroxide and hydrogen ions which may go on to participate in further reactions. Proteins and polypeptides are chains of amino acids which are held together by peptide bonds. Put simply, protease is instrumental in digesting proteins the food we ingest. Protease is therefore an extremely important enzyme type. If the digestive process remains incomplete, undigested protein can end up in the circulatory system, and in other systems. Protease can assist in removing excess protein from the circulatory system. This has the additional beneficial effect of cleansing the blood stream.</p>
<p>Lipase</p>
<p>Lipase is any enzyme which is capable of the degradation of lipid molecules. Most of dietary lipids within the body fall within a class called triacylglycerols. Triacylglycerols are attacked by lipases, and this process produces simple fatty acids and glycerol. Fungal lipase is a distinct enzyme whose role is to digest fat. It has the ability to hydrolyze fat in a wide range of conditions, including wide range of temperatures and acidity/alkalinity (PH). Fungal Lipase is also very effective in regulating levels of triglycerides and cholesterol.  It is therefore used in supplements designed to help with weight management.</p>
<p>Amylase</p>
<p>Amylase is an enzyme whose role it is to break down starch into sugar. Amylase is an important constituent of human saliva.  When food is ingested, amylase in the saliva initiates the chemical process of digestion. The pancreas produces amylase (known as alpha amylase). Plants, including fungi also produce amylase.  Amylase breaks down starch ingested in food such as potatoes and pasta.  It breaks down starch into tri and disaccharides which are then converted by other enzymes into glucose. Glucose then supplies the body with energy.</p>
<p>Cellulase</p>
<p><img title="Improve Digestion" src="/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/fungal-based-digestive-enzymes-can-improve-process-of-digestion_2.jpg" border="0" alt="Improve Digestion" />Cellulase is a class of enzymes which is produced by fungi, but also by protozoans and bacteria.  Cellulase acts as a catalyst for the process of hydrolysis (or cellulolysis) of cellulose. Cellulase helps the body to break down fiber which in turn has a beneficial effect on bowel health and regularity.</p>
<p>Scientific research has shown that fungal based digestive enzymes can improve the digestibility and bioaccessibility of carbohydrates and proteins in the small intestine.  Fungal based enzymes have the ability to work even where digestion is impaired, for example by illness, or where it is operating under normal, healthy conditions.  Studies also showed that fungal digestive enzymes can survive the acidity of the stomach and continue on to function within the lumen of the small intestine.</p>
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