What is Ketosis Part 3: Ketosis Might Be The Cure

While many have been using the ketogenic diet as a way of losing weight and living a healthier lifestyle, there are many other health benefits of ketogenic diets.

We’re going to focus this blog on how the formation of ketone bodies can directly slow down and reduce Alzheimer’s disease symptoms.

Studies show ketogenic diets can slow down and even reverse symptoms of memory loss and cognitive impairment through all stages of dementia.

This news is important now more than ever. Predictions say that there will be more than 15,000,000 Americans suffering from Alzheimer’s disease by 2050.

In Alzheimer’s disease, fragments gather to form hard, insoluble plaques between neurons in the brain.

When this happens the neurons in the brain aren’t able to take in glucose (sugar) due to insulin resistance. For many people, glucose is the only source of fuel that the brain uses to power its cells.

Without receiving the fuel from glucose, the cells slowly die off. This often happens years before symptoms arise.

But it’s not all bad news! While brain cells are very picky in what they use for fuel, there is still another option. When there is no glucose available, cells can use ketone bodies as an alternative fuel. However, ketogenic diets don’t always lead to a large enough supplement of ketone bodies.

A keto diet alone has still shown to improve coordination and balance of dementia patients, but it hasn’t shown to affect the plaque that is the hallmark of the disease.

MCT Oil and Ketone Bodies

MCTs (medium chain triglycerides) are converted into ketone bodies by the liver, instead of being stored as fat, during their metabolism.

Ketone bodies formation comes from the breakdown of fat when there are not enough carbohydrates to keep the blood glucose within normal limits.

One of the best sources for MCT is coconut oil, as about 65 percent of the fatty acids in it are MCTs. Nevertheless, there are ways in which you can take pure MCT oil, made up of 100% of the acids that help prevent and treat Alzheimer’s disease.

By taking an oral or IV administration of a ketogenic MCT oil, your body produces hyperketonemia, or circulating ketone bodies, which are then available for the brain to use as fuel in the absence of glucose.

So when the amyloid plaque is blocking your brain cells from receiving glucose, ketone bodies act as a substitute to keep your cells alive and your brain healthy.

In fact, hyperketonemia results in a 39% increase in cerebral blood flow and reduces cognitive dysfunction.

Beta-hydroxybutyrate is the primary ketone body that is produced when the body metabolizes fatty acids and actually protects neurons when glucose isn’t available.

There are actually doctors who have created an ester form of beta-hydroxybutyrate that is derived from MCT oil. The ester can be taken orally and converted directly into energy or fuel for the brain.

MCT oil benefits the brain in prevention and treatment. How much it helps in the reduction can be debated.

However, many Alzheimer’s disease patients whose symptoms were worsening have said that using MCT oil and keto supplements improved their conditions.

It’s a great source for energy boosts and brain health. Before 1950, the world’s population depended much more on a natural ketogenic diet surrounding coconut oil and fish.

With the introduction of processed foods and obscene levels of carbohydrates, our bodies have transitioned to rely heavily on glucose instead of ketone bodies.

The spike in cardiovascular diseases the past 70 years is no coincidence. The benefits of MCT oil and ketone bodies go far beyond weight loss and fun keto recipes.

There are doctors and researchers pouring millions of dollars into how MCT oils and ketone bodies can not only treat Alzheimer’s disease but dozens more.

It is a potential treatment for Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, ALS, autism and even some forms of cancer.

How To Use Ketosis To Treat Alzheimer’s

While certain doctors are now administering MCT oil as a form of ketosis treatment, it might not be readily accessible where you live.

It is fairly easy to purchase MCT oil online and is usually sold in bottles ranging from 24 to 32 fluid ounces. Depending on the product, the price for one bottle is typically around $20 to $30.

However, you may have noticed that we’ve mentioned coconut oil a few times in this post. Coconut oil is a great source of MCT and can be purchased at most grocery stores. If using MCT oil, 4 teaspoons once a day should be enough to supplement your body with enough ketone bodies for 24 hours. If using coconut oil, 7 teaspoons should be taken to duplicate the MCT.

It can also be spread over the course of the day as you might feel too “full” taking that much at the beginning. Outside of taking doses, you can start adding coconut oil to your oatmeal, salad dressings, or any time while you’re cooking.

You can start substituting it in for butter on food like potatoes, rice, pasta or noodles.

For those who really want to make it a treat, some grocery stores sell coconut ice cream. Moreover, coconut milk can be used in coffee, scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, and more.

Ketosis Treatment Summary

Alzheimer’s disease is extremely debilitating to the person who has it and everyone surrounding them. Watching yourself or loved one slowly decline and lose their identity is something no one should experience.

With more awareness and testing, we believe that ketosis, ketone bodies and MCT oils can have a positive impact on Alzheimer’s disease patients. It has shown to improve the quality of life and return some normalcy to the lives of its patients.

Magnesium supplements and magnesium cures are a huge topic in homeopathic medicine, and we could spend many articles diving into every type of magnesium. But today, we’re going to concentrate on one specific type of magnesium compound that we have found is the best for pain relief.

The remedy referred to as Mag Phos is beneficial for the muscles, nerves, heart, and more. A remedy is considered a cell salt when it is one of the 12 main mineral combinations that compose the human body and is found between the 3x and 12x potencies.

Cell salts are prepared according to homeopathic principles, and a 6x potency means that phosphate of magnesium was diluted 1:10 with an inert substance, like water or alcohol, six times. There are a variety of mag phos 6x benefits. This preparation is easily absorbed by the body and does not require a balanced pH, adequate digestive enzymes, etc. These would only be required by the body to break down the magnesium phosphate in its original form.

What Other Types of Magnesium Are Out There?

There are many, many different types of magnesium available on the market, including magnesium citrate, magnesium sulfate (epsom salts), magnesium oxide, magnesium chloride, magnesium glycinate, and this just scratches the surface.

There can be side effects to taking magnesium. You may want to consult a homeopathic practitioner or seek medical advice before taking any type of magnesium if you are unsure.

What is Mag Phos Used For?

Mag phos is found to be highly effective at alleviating those pains which are quick and sharp. This can include chronic conditions like sciatica as well as menstrual cramps, muscle cramps, heartburn, various darting pains and more. Magnesium deficiency is even linked directly to certain ailments. Leg cramps magnesium deficiency is a very common ailment that can be solved by adding Mag Phos to your homeopathic regimen.

Is It the Same As Magnesium Phosphorica?

Magnesium Phosphate and Magnesium Phosphorica are different words for the same compound. You might also see this cell salt labeled in several other ways, including Mag Phos, Magnesium Phosphoricum and Phosphate of Magnesium.

Magnesium Phosphate and Heart Health

If you are looking for homeopathy for the heart, Mag Phos might just be it. Magnesium Phosphate is the best form of magnesium for heart health. This cell salt has an affinity for both the muscles and the heart. It helps with heart concerns by supporting the muscular tissue of the heart and bringing balance to its rhythmic contractions. For the reasons mentioned above, it has been found helpful for chest pains, too.

Magnesium Phosphate for Aches and Sharp Pain

This cell salt also works as a nerve stabilizer and has been found to alleviate pains associated with sciatica, neuralgias, and teething or toothaches. Pains that benefit most from Mag Phos are usually darting in nature and can feel lightning-like or electrical, especially with the speed at which they move from place to place. These pains are often made to feel worse from cold and feel better with the application of heat and pressure. Often, the pain will be preceded by a spell of weakness or a sudden, profuse sweat.

Magnesium for Pain Relief and Other Uses

Arthritis, rheumatism, joint pain, and pain in general will benefit from Mag Phos if the symptoms associated with the condition match the types of pain that Mag Phos is known to help. Namely, this refers to pains that radiate to anywhere in the body and that are improved by heat and pressure, such as rubbing the painful area or pressing into it. Other conditions we recommend magnesium for: magnesium for leg cramps at night and magnesium for cramps in feet.

Magnesium for Menstrual Cramps

Its use as a muscle relaxant means that as a treatment, magnesium for menstrual cramps and menstrual pain can be highly effective. Mag Phos specifically works by relaxing the smooth muscle of the uterus, releasing tension and alleviating the pain from cramps associated with the menstrual cycle. This is also the reason why magnesium phosphate for muscle cramps is such an effective remedy. We think that Magnesium Phosphate is the best magnesium for menstrual cramps.

Magnesium Phosphate for Anxiety & Stress

Mental and emotional symptoms indicating a need for Mag Phos are largely ailments that result from being in pain. The person in pain may complain, be self-pitying or angry, averse to working, depressed, or changeable in their moods. Usually, this is because the pain interferes with their mental focus, and they may have given up on getting over the pain.

They can also feel anxious, forgetful, and drowsy. Often, they look as if they could drift off to sleep, yet their pain keeps them awake, exhausting them more. Their fears, too, will reflect their pain: fear of moving, fear that they will not be able to move because of the pain, and fear of being paralyzed by the pain.

Magnesium Phosphate for Headaches and Migraines

Mag Phos is also a great remedy for headaches, especially headaches that sit above the eyes, headaches that are worse on the right side of the head, or when it feels like a cap is being pulled down tight on the head. A need for Mag Phos is also indicated by headaches that radiate to any part of the body, migraines that are accompanied by nausea or when the headache or migraine is so severe that the person vomits from the pain.

Taking Magnesium Phosphates With Other Cell Salts

Sometimes, if Mag Phos alone is not enough to help the condition, other cell salt remedies will help it in its action.

Try these combinations:

• Take Nat Mur along with Mag Phos for headaches.
• Take Calc Phos along with Mag Phos for joint pains, teething, toothaches, and arthritis.
• Take Kali Phos along with Mag Phos for chest pains.
• Take Nat Phos along with Mag Phos for heartburn.

How to Take Mag Phos 6x

Because Mag Phos is the primary cell salt for pain, it can be repeated as often as needed. In cases of severe pain, it could be repeated every half hour or more. As the pain or symptoms improve, decrease the frequency with which it is taken. To address a more chronic concern, taking a dose 3 to 4 times daily is advised. And, for maintenance dosing, consider 2 doses daily. One dose of a cell salt usually consists of around 5 pellets which are placed under the tongue to dissolve.

For the cell salt, use Mag Phos 6x (the cell salt potency). For relief from spasms, dissolve 2-3 pellets in warm water and take in sips throughout the day. As a heart strengthener, dissolve 1-2 pellets under the tongue four times daily.

As you can see, the cell salt Mag Phos can aid in numerous health conditions, and because of this, it is known as a remarkable remedy. Some even consider it Schuessler’s greatest contribution to the homeopathic Materia Medica.

Is orgone real? It’s a question that more scientists are starting to investigate as the research of a noted psychologist and respected medical scientist from the 20th century begins to resurface. When you look on the Orgone wiki, the page refers to is as “pseudo-science,” but as we will explore below, the history is extremely complicated.

Orgone Energy & How It Works

The concept of Orgone energy was beginning to be embraced by the greatest scientific minds of the 20th century before European and US government agencies moved to use imprisonment and suppression to ban literature on the subject to make one of the great discoveries of modern medicine disappear almost entirely. But what is Orgone energy, exactly? And how does orgone energy affect your body?

Who Discovered Orgone Energy?

Orgone energy was discovered by Dr. Wilhelm Reich. Reich was born in Austria in 1897. By 1922 he graduated from the University of Vienna as a Doctor of Medicine. During his study for his doctorate, Reich became a pupil of Sigmund Freud. Later he became the clinical assistant at Freud’s Psychoanalytical Clinic. Dr. Reich wrote numerous books on psychology, neurosis, anxiety, religion, and sexuality.

During the 1930’s, Reich was performing experiments with airborne microorganisms. At this time, he was a highly esteemed and respected scientist in the medical field. It was also during this time that he wrote additional books about Biopathy, Cosmology, Bioelectricity, Orgone and Ether. It is during these experiments with airborne organisms that he discovered a special type of radiation particle. He termed this particle “Orgone.”

What is Orgone Energy & How Does It Affect the Human Body?

After further experimentation and research, Dr. Reich demonstrated that the Orgone radiation was the same energy that the sun gave off. Dr. Reich was able to culture and inoculate what he called “SAPA Bions” of the cosmic orgone energy. When he placed live cancer cells next to the Orgone “Bions,” the cancer cells would die.

During these experiments, Dr. Reich was discovering the growth patterns of life by tangibly identifying the concept of morphogenetic energy fields that have form-building power. Dr. Reich observed orgone as omnipresent, and the basis of all life processes. He also made this connection by observing the same principle in the forming of galaxies, as on a cellular or macro-biological level. When Reich revealed his research to Albert Einstein, he exclaimed: “this would be a bombshell to physics.”

Dr. Reich was able to apply his earlier research of psychological disorders to the behavior of Orgone. When energy is blocked by traumatic memories, and then stored in the tissues of the body, this can cause muscular tension. He termed this accumulation and blockage: “Armouring.” This stagnate energy becomes “Deadly Orgone Energy.” It is also referred to as “DOR.” Dr. Reich believed that Deadly Orgone Energy was largely responsible for environmental decay, psychological and mental disturbances in life forms, as well as the body’s physical degeneration. Dr Reich discovered the therapeutic use of Orgone’s ability to clear these energetic blockages that exist within the body that would often be associated with major disease or illness, including cancer.

Orgone Energy for Therapy

After discovering DOR and its connection to illness along with its manifestation in the body as well as the environment, Reich started to make boxes called “Orgone Energy Accumulators.” They were made with alternate layers of organic material and metal shavings. This was to accumulate a higher concentrated field of beneficial Orgone. Dr. Reich began using the Orgone Energy Accumulator to treat his patients. The results were successful in treating acute and chronic conditions, even cancer. Once the FDA, AMA and American government found out about not only Reich’s discovery of Orgone, but also how this discovery of Orgone’s ability to clear blockages to enable the body to heal, they began to harass Reich and sent him to jail for the first time.

The Beginning of the End for Orgone Energy Studies

Dr. Reich’s first jail sentence was short term. Unfortunately, despite these fantastic discoveries, by 1954 the American government and FDA made an attempt to wipe the very word “orgone” from the English vocabulary. The FDA started an aggressive harassment campaign of banning Dr. Reich’s Orgone Energy Accumulator and destroying his books and journals. Eventually, Dr. Reich was arrested and imprisoned for a second time for his continued research and application of Orgone energy. The government of the United States had declared that “Orgone did not exist” and “Orgone” was the only word that was necessary to appear in print to qualify for the destruction of the material. We must ask the question then, if it doesn’t exist, then why was it banned? And why did it land Dr. Reich in prison?

Sadly, Dr. Reich spent his last days in prison labeled a quack and a racketeer by the American government and the American medical system. Dr. Reich died in prison in 1957. Today, Dr. Reich is still noted historically for his work in psychiatry and psychoanalysis. However, his work in biophysics has been stricken from the “official” historical record. Regardless of this, Dr. Reich’s work has been resurfaced, rediscovered, thoroughly studied, replicated and enhanced. Specifically, Reich’s experiments have been successfully replicated and verified by researcher Roger du Theil at the Sorbonne University in Paris, France.

Orgone Energy May Be The Key to Understanding Human Health

The health of the general population has declined over the last 60 years since Dr. Reich was practicing. The accumulation of Dead Orgone has inundated our bodies and environment. One major accumulator of DOR is electromagnetic radiation. Today we are being bombarded by electro-magnetic fields (or EMFs). Wifi is everywhere. So, even if we don’t use it ourselves, we are still impacted by it from everyone else that has it around us. Wifi is a part of the EMFs that are invisible lines of force that emanate from any electrical or wireless device.

There are basically two types of EMFs: low frequency and high frequency. Low frequency EMFs are emitted by our electricity and appliances. High Frequency EMFs (also known as Radio Frequency or “RF”) are generated by wireless devices. Now that 5G is rolling out in various cities, this will increase the detrimental effects of EM radiation even more.

Our body immediately has a stress response to these frequencies. Some examples of this stress response are:

• Diminished blood flow and oxygen to organs
• Impairment of all body systems
• Increased blood sugar
• Increased blood pressure & heart rate
• Interference with cell metabolism
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Arthritis and more.

Aside from what we can control with eliminating these EMF-emitting devices from our own environment, we can actually use Orgone energy itself to harness Positive Orgone Energy for healing.

How Can We Protect Ourselves from Deadly Orgone Energy?

“By simply holding an Orgone device or being near one, negative energy will be cleared from your field, creating a higher, more balanced and healthy state.”

Orgone and orgonite help you to protect yourself from Deadly Orgone Energy. Gary Fields, owner of “Orgone Energy Tools,” explains:

“The word Orgonite comes from ‘Orgone,’ the name given by Wilhelm Reich to vital energy found everywhere in nature. Orgonite is a substance which functions as a self-driven, continuously operating, highly efficient energy transmutation device, drawing in negative life energy and transmuting it into positive energy.

“Orgonite has become very popular as a spiritual healing tool, and as protection against EMFs. By simply holding an Orgone device or being near one, negative energy will be cleared from your field, creating a higher, more balanced and healthy state.”

Although Dr. Reich never created Orgonite as it is currently produced, his ground-breaking research led directly to the methods of design and production for orgonite pyramids, orgonite pendants and other orgonite products for your home.

How Does Orgonite Really Work?

By “cornering” your home with Orgone energy devices, you can transmute the Deadly Orgone Energy emitted by electric devices like your washer/dryer and refrigerators, WiFi router, computers, handheld devices and more. Simply place an Orgonite object, such as Orgone pyramids, as close to each corner of your home as possible, as well as near major EMF emitters in your home. These objects are modern adaptations of Dr. Wilhelm Reich’s original Orgone Energy Accumulator.

Dr. Reich’s discovery of “Orgone” is in alignment with the religious concepts of numerous ancient cultures regarding Chi, Prana, Ether and what quantum physicists now call Zero Point Energy. The ancients had wisdom of this energy and how to harness it. Today we are finally rediscovering this balance of wisdom with technology and have the ability to apply this knowledge to the understanding of nature, ourselves and how to use it to heal our own body and the planet.

Where to Buy Orgonite in Michigan

If you are looking to buy orgonite near Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, Bay City, Detroit, Traverse City or other major locations in Michigan, Herbs, Etc. has an extensive selection of orgone pyramids and other orgone energy devices for sale, and we can ship anywhere in the US. Our Mount Pleasant location has one of the best selections of metaphysical supplies, supplements and more, and we also recommend producers like Akaida, Sage Goddess and Orgone Energy Fields products made by Gary Fields. They are all great producers to contact about orgone energy devices. In Mount Pleasant, our experts can help you choose the best orgone energy devices for your needs!

Ultimately, our health comes down to how we eat, drink, feel, live and love. When we have hair loss, most of the contributing factors are a deficiency somewhere in the health of the person. Hair is an indication of the health of the nervous system, intestinal villi and more. Strong hair is a result of eating a balanced and healthy mineral rich diet.

The photo to the right was created by author Michio Kushi. It indicates what organs are weak that are contributing to hair loss. Baldness is a sign that our internal organs are becoming weak. The best natural solutions for hair loss include a health diet of whole foods as well as a selection of herbal remedies and essential oils.

Common Causes of Hair Loss

Minerals hold and control vitamins in the body. Vitamins are useless without a foundation of minerals! All body processes are dependent on minerals. It just so happens that we are at a time in which our food supply is the most mineral deficient that it has ever been in history.

Even a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is still mineral deficient compared to what it was 100 years ago. Over the last 100 years we have depleted our top soil over 80 inches. We have barely 4 inches left. This is due to ignorant and incorrect farming methods. Chemical fertilizers and pesticides have stripped the soil of necessary nutrients. Therefore, our society is now nutrient deficient as a whole and consequently the sickest it has ever been in history.

In addition, many people consistently eat processed foods that are completely void of nutrients and laden with chemicals which cause further imbalance and sickness within the body. Below is a list of the most important home remedies for hair fall and regrowth, including minerals and nutrients for hair, skin and nails.

Foods That Cause Hair Loss

Any of those foods high in trans fats, toxic chemicals, preservatives can all contribute to hair loss. Here are some of the most common foods that cause hair loss:

• Sugar
• Fish with Mercury
• Fried Foods

The Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies that Cause Hair Loss

Zinc

Zinc deficiencies not only contribute to a growth retardation of any kind, they also significantly contribute to hair loss as well as graying hair. A large percentage of zinc is stored in the hair, skin and nails. Approximately 25 enzymes are needed in digestion that depend on the proper amount of zinc. Zinc is also imperative in the synthesis of DNA as well as dissolving cholesterol deposits!

The best food sources for zinc are: Raw goat milk, high protein foods, pumpkin seeds and all unrefined and unprocessed foods.

Sodium

Sodium is considered “The Youth Element” according to Dr. Jensen. He also stated: “Beauty and charm are possible through proper balance of sodium, iron, potassium, silicon and chlorine in the body”. A Deficiency of Natural Sodium can be a contributing factor in hair loss. Sodium counteracts an over-acidity in the body. Sodium is necessary for all gastric secretions as well as the assimilation of nutrients through the digestive tract.

Highest Sodium foods are: Apples, asparagus, beets, greens, cabbage, carrots, celery, egg yolks, coconut, peas and strawberries.

Fluorine

Fluorine deficiency is yet another mineral that is necessary for any resistance to decay. Fluorine preserves youthfulness and acts upon tooth enamel, bones, skin, hair, nails, tendons and the iris. Natural fluorine is NOT the same as Sodium Fluoride found in toothpaste.

Natural fluorine is found in foods like: avocado, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cheese, dates, eggs, garlic, any raw goat dairy products, and spinach.

Iodine

Iodine is a metabolizer. It is necessary for the absorption of all food and minerals. But specifically, it must be present for the assimilation of Calcium, Silica, Chlorine and Fluorine, which is necessary for healthy hair, skin and nails. Partner with your Naturopath for the best Iodine supplement for you.

Highest foods in Iodine are: Kelp, dulse, sea plants and fish.

Sulphur

Sulphur affects every cell in the body, every nerve and drop of blood. Like iron and fluorine, Sulphur enhances beauty and promotes youth. Keratin contains Sulphur. Keratin is found in nails, hair, epidermis layer of the skin and the cornea of the eye. Sulphur is directly related to the building of hair, skin and nails as well as beautifies the complexion.

Foods highest in Sulphur are: Kale, Horseradish, Cabbage, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower.

Silica

Many hair, skin and nail problems are attributed to a Silica deficiency. When Silica is united with Sulphur it works effectively in the nourishment of hair and nails. Adequate Silica produces healthy, shiny and strong hair.

Food Sources: Alfalfa, oats, barley, nuts, seeds, kelp, rice polishings and bran.

Other Common Causes of Hair Loss

Hypothyroidism

One of Hypothyroidism’s main symptoms is hair loss and thinning hair. Other symptoms are fatigue, weight gain and dry skin. An iodine deficiency can cause Hypothyroidism since one of the primary uses of iodine is in the thyroid gland. Adding foods rich in natural iodine will often improve thyroid function which will aid in the balance of thyroid hormones. Iodine is essential to the production of thyroid hormones. Chlorine in tap water, as well as many fluoride-based drugs like anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications, displace the natural iodine in the body which can cause thyroid issues. Partner with your Naturopathic Doctor for a natural thyroid supplement that will work best for you.

Stress

Silica, Sulphur, Iodine, Fluorine deficiencies not only directly impact the health of the hair, but they also directly impact the nervous system. Any deficiency in these minerals causes frayed nerves. Frizzy hair is a sign of frayed nerves! Adequate magnesium and essential fatty acids are necessary for the strength of the nervous system and its ability to handle stress. High amounts of stress can cause hair loss. Author C. Young states, “Hair is an extension of the nervous system, it can be correctly seen as exteriorized nerves, a type of highly-evolved ‘feelers’ or ‘antennae’ that transmit vast amounts of important information to the brain stem, the limbic system, and the neocortex.”

Poor Circulation

The amino acid Arginine is essential for vital biochemical reactions in the brain and body. It is also necessary for circulation as it facilitates blood flow. A deficiency in Arginine is also a contributor to hair loss.

Oxidative Stress

Vitamin C which is an antioxidant that fights with the free radicals of our body, stabilizes them and prevents them from causing oxidative damage to our hair follicles and scalp. This helps in making our hair stronger and minimizes the risk of premature greying of hair and hair loss.

Are There Natural Remedies for Hair Loss?

Seeing a Naturopathic doctor will help you figure out the contributing factors of your hair loss or premature graying. Getting a nutrition consultation and assessment will provide you with your own protocol to follow for home remedies for hair growth and thickness, regimens to strengthen organ weakness and bring your body back into balance.

Here are some essential oils, herbs and other tips that will help aid the process:

Essential Oils for Hair Loss

Oils that can be used topically to stimulate hair regrowth are:

• Cedarwood
• Lavender
• Rosemary
• Sage
• Thyme

Using nutritional oils to the skin such as Jojoba and Grapeseed as a carrier oil will also aid in the absorption of the oils and to help regrow hair naturally.

Top 3 Herbal Remedies for Hair Loss

Gotu Kola:

This herb has many tonic properties. It specifically strengthens the skin and nerves. It also promotes the growth of hair. It is high in silica, zinc, magnesium, B-Vitamins, sodium and vitamin A.

Horsetail:

Horsetail is known for being extremely high in the mineral Silica, which is necessary for skeletal strength and the growth & health of hair, skin & nails. Horsetail herb is highly bio-available when consumed and is high in iron, magnesium, potassium, silica and vitamin A.

Mulberry Fruit:

Mulberry fruit is one of the most recognized natural remedies to reduce hair fall. It is high in carotene and vitamin A & C. This herb is nutritive and a tonic. It aids in dryness and the premature graying of hair. It rejuvenates hair follicles, promotes hair growth as well as helping to retain color.

Diet to Stop Hair Loss:

A diet rich in organic whole foods is best. All processed and refined foods must be eliminated as much as possible. Diet governs as much as 80% of our health. You are what you eat and food is medicine! But what food is good for hair growth and thickness?

Here are the top foods you should increase in your diet to stop hair loss:

• Kale
• Alfalfa sprouts
• Carrots
• Raw goat dairy products
• Avocado
• Brussel sprouts
• Spinach
• Asparagus
• Beets
• Fish

They key to preventing hair loss and balancing the nutrient levels in your body is to eat a diet rich in whole foods, rich in the minerals that help your body retain and process vitamins.

What are your natural remedies for hair loss? Let us know in the comments!

With all the great warm weather we’ve been having, many of us are taking part in all the fun activities of summer. In a place like Michigan where there’s more cold days than warm ones during the year, we try to spend as much time outside as we can! A big focus of the summer months is helping those winter bodies shape up…let’s face it, the idea of getting into a bathing suit or even shorts can still be daunting for some even now. If you’re like most people you could use a jump start and one of the best ways to do that is to get into a state of ketosis.

Think of your body as a hybrid car that can burn electricity or gas for fuel. Our bodies are made to use two different fuel sources as well – glucose (sugar) or ketones (fat). Our bodies can only store a finite amount of glucose in the liver and muscle. When you eat glucose your body will use that as its energy source and the fat you eat (or have) will be stored. On the other hand our body can store large amounts of fat. To put it in perspective, a 150 pound person with a 10% body fat has over 60,000 calories of fat storage! The good news is that you can use that fat storage for fuel. When the body does not have glucose for it’s primary source of fuel, it will use ketones or fat, even stored fat for fuel.

Studies show that our bodies thrive when living off ketones (fat) for fuel. For instance, hunger and cravings decrease, fat loss and improvement in body composition, energy levels increase, moods improve, mental clarity and focus is sharper, skin improvements and reduction in inflammation. With summer in full swing some fat loss, increase in energy and “body recomposition” are just the thing for the season.

So you ask, how do I get into ketosis? You can get the body using ketones for fuel through a ketogenic diet, exogenous ketones or a combination of both. Reducing carbohydrate intake, especially processed foods, grains and sugars along with supplementing with exogenous ketones is a great way to jump start that fat loss, body recomposition and even increase muscle mass. You can also practice intermittent fasting to help your body transition to ketones for fuel. I found the following guidelines to be tremendously effective in helping me convert to ketones for fuel and see/feel all the amazing benefits.

1. Start morning with 15-20 ounces of purified water
2. Weekdays have exogenous ketone supplement 30 minutes prior to exercise (yoga, weight lifting, walk, bike, hike, cardio class, farm chores – whatever strikes your fancy and gets you moving for at least 20 minutes). On Saturday and Sundays I have a ketogenic breakfast (find a ketogenic website or cookbook for tasty and satisfying recipes 😊 and I may or may not supplement with exogenous ketones)
3. If I’ve had a lot of physical activity and get hungry before lunch I will have a “fat bomb” to help me curb that hunger yet stay in ketosis.
4. Between 12:00-2:00 I have a big, ketogenic or paleo lunch.
5. Between 6:00-8:00 I have a big, ketogenic or paleo dinner.
6. I’ll have lots of liquids during the day and may even make a chai or matcha latte with a keto friendly cream.
7. I try to fast from my last meal to my first meal of the next day.
8. I also try to limit alcohol and carbohydrates as much as possible, but if I do “cheat” I will supplement with the exogenous ketones to help put me back into ketosis.

You can modify these guidelines to best suit your needs (i.e. eat foods based on blood type or take your exogenous ketones in the afternoon, if that is when you work out, as they will help you get more out of your workout and exercise increases the cognitive benefits of ketones). So get started burning that stored fat for fuel and enjoy the rest of this beautiful season!

You may not be able to imagine that Borax, this humble insecticide and laundry detergent, has the potential of singlehandedly bringing down our entire economic system. But you do not need to worry, the danger has been recognized and the necessary steps are already being taken to defuse the situation.

What is boron?

I will start with the basics and you will understand what I mean as the story unfolds. Borax is a naturally occurring and mined mineral salt and the source of other manufactured boron compounds. The main deposits are in Turkey and California. Chemical names are:

1. sodium tetraborate decahydrate
2. disodium tetraborate decahydrate

This means it contains four atoms of boron as its central feature combined with two sodium atoms and ten molecules (or sometimes less) of crystallization water. Ingested boron compounds are rapidly and nearly completely excreted with the urine.

Formerly, boric acid was widely used as a preservative in foods but is now banned for this purpose in most countries and is also banned from public sale in Australia.

Is boron important to the human body?

According to conventional medicine, it is not known if boron is essential for humans, but research shows that we do need it. The reason why it was difficult to answer this question is the presence of boron in all plants and unprocessed foods. Diets with a fair amount of fruit and vegetables provide about 2 to 5 mg of boron per day, but this also depends on the region where the food was grown and how it was grown. In reality, the average intake in developed countries is 1-2 mg of boron per day. Institutionalized patients may receive only 0.25 mg of daily boron. Chemical fertilizers inhibit the uptake of boron from the soil: an organic apple grown in good soil may have 20 mg boron, but if grown with fertilizer, it may have only 1 mg of boron. Fertilizers combined with poor food choices have greatly reduced our boron intake compared to 50 or 100 years ago. Further, unhealthy cooking methods greatly reduce the availability of boron from food. The cooking water of vegetables containing most of the minerals may be discarded during home cooking or commercial processing; phytic acid in baked goods, cereals and cooked legumes may greatly reduce availability, while gluten sensitivity and Candida overgrowth inhibit the absorption of minerals. All this makes health problems due to boron deficiency now very common.

Health Benefits of Boron

Due to their content of boron, borax and boric acid have basically the same health effects with good antiseptic, antifungal, and antiviral properties but only mild antibacterial action. In plants as well as animals, boron is essential for the integrity and function of cell walls and the way signals are transmitted across membranes. Boron is distributed throughout the body with the highest concentration in the parathyroid glands, followed by bones and dental enamel. It is essential for healthy bone and joint function, regulating the absorption and metabolism of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus through its influence on the parathyroid glands. With this, boron is for the parathyroids what iodine is for the thyroid.

What does boron do in the body?

Boron deficiency causes the parathyroids to become overactive, releasing too much parathyroid hormone which raises the blood level of calcium by releasing calcium from bones and teeth. This then leads to osteoarthritis and other forms of arthritis, osteoporosis and tooth decay. With advancing age, high blood levels of calcium lead to calcification of soft tissues causing muscle contractions and stiffness; calcification of endocrine glands, especially the pineal gland and the ovaries; arteriosclerosis, kidney stones, and calcification of the kidneys, ultimately leading to kidney failure. Boron deficiency combined with magnesium deficiency is especially damaging to the bones and teeth. Boron affects the metabolism of steroid hormones and especially, of sex hormones. It increases low testosterone levels in men and estrogen levels in menopausal women. It also has a role in converting vitamin D to its active form, thus increasing calcium uptake and deposition into bone and teeth rather than causing soft tissue to calcify. Also other beneficial effects have been reported such as improvement of heart problems, vision, psoriasis, balance, memory and cognition.

The German cancer researcher Dr Paul-Gerhard Seeger has shown that cancer commonly starts with the deterioration of cell membranes. As boron is essential for cell membranes and boron deficiency widespread, this may be an important cause for the initiation of tumor growth. Boron compounds have anti-tumor properties and are “potent anti-osteoporotic, anti-inflammatory, hypolipemic, anti-coagulant and anti-neoplasmic agents.” This overview shows the wide-ranging influence of boron on our health. In the following, I want to describe some of these health effects in greater detail.

Boron for Arthritis: The research of Rex Newnham

In the 1960’s, Rex Newnham, Ph.D., D.O., N.D, developed arthritis. At that time he was a soil and plant scientist in Perth, Western Australia. Conventional drugs did not help, so he looked for the cause into the chemistry of plants. He realized that plants in that area were rather mineral deficient. Knowing that boron aids calcium metabolism in plants he decided to try it. He started taking 30 mg of borax a day, and in three weeks all pain, swelling and stiffness had disappeared. He told public health and medical school authorities about his discovery, but they were not interested. However, some people with arthritis were delighted as they improved. Others were scared to take something with a poison label on the container and meant to kill cockroaches and ants. Eventually, he had tablets made with a safe and effective quantity of borax.

Within five years and only by word of mouth he sold 10,000 bottles a month. He could no longer cope and asked a drug company to market it. That was a major mistake. They indicated that this would replace more expensive drugs and reduce their profits. It so happened that they had representatives on government health committees and arranged that in 1981, Australia instituted a regulation that declared boron and its compounds to be poisons in any concentration. He was fined $1000 for selling a poison, and this successfully stopped his arthritis cure from spreading in Australia. Subsequently he published several scientific papers on borax and arthritis. One was a double-blind trial in the mid 1980’s at the Royal Melbourne Hospital which showed that 70% of those who completed the trial were greatly improved. Only 12% improved when on placebo. There were no negative side-effects, but some reported that their heart ailment had also improved, and there was better general health and less tiredness.

Most of his later research was devoted to the relationship between soil boron levels and arthritis. He found, for instance, that the traditional sugarcane islands, due to long-term heavy use of fertilizers, have very low soil-boron levels. Jamaica has the lowest level, and arthritis rates are about 70%. He noted that even most dogs were limping. Next comes Mauritius with very low boron levels and 50% arthritis. The daily boron intake in these countries is less than 1 mg/day. An interesting comparison is between Indian and native Fijians. The Indians are estimated to have an arthritis rate of about 40% and eat much rice grown with fertilizer, while the native Fijians with an estimated arthritis rate of 10% eat mainly starchy root vegetables grown privately without fertilizer. These are also high in Israel with an estimated daily boron intake of 5 to 8 mg and only 0.5 – 1% arthritis.

Boron benefits for bone density and health

Bone analysis showed that arthritic joints and nearby bones had only half the boron content of healthy joints. Equally, synovial fluid that lubricates joints and provides nutrients to the cartilage is boron deficient in arthritic joints. After boron supplementation, bones were much harder than normal, and surgeons found them more difficult to saw through. With additional boron, bone fractures heal in about half the normal time in both man and animal. Horses and dogs with broken legs, or even a broken pelvis, have fully recovered. Borax is also effective with other forms of arthritis, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Juvenile Arthritis, and Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus). For instance, Dr. Newnham saw a young girl aged 9 months with juvenile arthritis. He was able to cure her in 2 weeks.

He wrote that people can commonly get rid of their pain, swelling and stiffness in about 1 to 3 months. Then, they can reduce treatment from 3 to 1 boron tablet (each 3 mg) per day as a maintenance dose so that they can avoid any future arthritis. He also stated that patients with rheumatoid arthritis commonly experienced a Herxheimer reaction [healing reaction], and that this is always a good prognostic sign. They must persevere, and in another 2 or 3 weeks, the pain, swelling and stiffness will be gone.

I found this statement not only interesting, but also surprising. The Herxheimer reaction is an early aggravation of symptoms with increased pain. It is commonly due to toxins released by killed Candida and mycoplasma. This is very common with antimicrobial therapy, and borax definitely is an exceptionally good and strong fungicide. What surprises me, however, is that this fungicidal effect is already present at this rather low dose of 75 to 90 mg of borax. Equally surprising is the finding that also up to 30% of those with osteoarthritis experienced a Herxheimer reaction, suggesting that the border between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is rather fluid. I believe that in long-standing and especially resistant cases, it will be advisable to use other antimicrobials in addition.

Osteoporosis and Sex Hormones

Boron deficiency causes greatly increased amounts of calcium and magnesium to be lost with the urine. A borax supplement will reduce the daily loss of calcium by nearly 50%. As this calcium comes mainly from reabsorbed bone and teeth, boron deficiency may be the most important factor in causing osteoporosis and tooth decay. It has been estimated that 55% of Americans over 50 have osteoporosis, and of these, about 80% are women. Worldwide, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 12 men over the age of 50 may have osteoporosis, and this is responsible for millions of fractures each year. Rats with osteoporosis were given a boron supplement for 30 days with the result that their bone quality was now comparable with that of the healthy control group and of a group supplemented with estradiol.

Boron supplement for Estrogen

The beneficial effect of borax on bones seems to be due to two interrelated effects: a higher boron content of the bones which makes them harder and a normalization of sex hormones which stimulates the growth of new bone. Low estrogen levels after menopause are thought to be the main reason why so many older women develop osteoporosis. In men, testosterone levels decline more gradually which seems to be reflected in their later onset of osteoporosis as a group. Research has now shown that boron supplementation in postmenopausal women doubles the blood level of the most active form of estrogen, 17-beta estradiol, to the level found in women on estrogen replacement therapy. Equally, the blood levels of testosterone more than doubled. With HRT [hormone replacement therapy], there is a higher risk of breast or endometrial cancer which is not known to happen with hormones produced by the body as with borax supplementation.

Some women get premenstrual problems because estrogen levels are too high and progesterone too low and therefore, may be afraid of using boron. However, I found no evidence that boron raises estrogen above normal healthy levels. Boron may balance levels of sex hormones similar to the action of maca root powder. Maca acts on the pituitary gland not only to increase but also to balance our sex hormones and seems to stimulate our own progesterone production as needed. A recent study in younger men (29 – 50) showed that the level of free testosterone (the form that matters most) had risen by one third after a daily supplementation of about 100 mg of borax for one week. This is of special interest for bodybuilders.

Boron supplement for testosterone

Contrary to the medical preference of chemically castrating men with prostate cancer, research with boron has shown that elevated testosterone levels are beneficial by shrinking prostate tumors and PSA levels, PSA [prostate specific antigen] being a marker for tumors and inflammation in the prostate. Also, significantly improved memory and cognition in elderly individuals may be partly due to increased levels of sex hormones and partly to improved membrane functions of brain cells (9). I have been asked about boron supplementation for women with estrogen-sensitive breast cancer. Breast cancer is related to calcifications in the breast. In my opinion, it is more important to normalize the calcium-magnesium metabolism and cellular membrane functions rather than feel restricted by a possibly faulty medical concept, especially as I believe that cancer can usually be controlled with long-term antimicrobial therapy. Therefore, I would use boron as well as maca in this case

Best Boron Supplements in Mt. Pleasant

There is another 5 pages to this amazing article, and we simply didn’t have the room for it! Please come in for a complete copy or look it up on the internet. We are now carrying Fruite B, a wonderful Boron supplement. I have been taking it since January and have noticed improved mental clarity, reduction in radiation stress from the Japan leak which is on-going since March 2011. Additionally, my joints and back are significantly better and I am only using 1 per day; others could benefit from two a day to start and later, go back to 1 capsule per day. We thought you should know about boron, please seek out the rest of the article!

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70%-80% of your immune response occurs in your gut and it’s where the majority of your immune cells go to fight off germs when you’re sick. Unfortunately, today it’s tough to keep probiotic levels in your gut stable. Antibiotics, illness, artificial sugar, and pesticides can kill off those friendly gut bacteria and let killer germs like C. difficile take up residence, leading to a common illness called ‘antibiotic-associated diarrhea’ (AAD). That’s why it’s important to supply probiotics into your intestines.

By definition, a probiotic stimulates the growth of microorganisms with beneficial properties. Not all probiotics are limited exclusively to dairy products, like yogurt. Many strains are naturally occurring in the human body, but a shortage of probiotics can lead to several adverse effects for both your body and mind. Having these live microorganisms can boost immune system health, support heart health, encourage a balanced mood, and more just by residing and reproducing in your gastrointestinal tract. By adhering to the walls of your intestinal tract, probiotics helps prevent harmful bacteria from replicating and flooding your system in a process known as “competitive exclusion.” They can even help fight side effects of repeated antibiotic treatment.

So how do probiotics work to yield health benefits? Probiotics produce essential nutrients like vitamin B3 and folate. Bad bacteria, like E. coli and C. difficile, produce toxins that poison, cause illness, and speed the aging process. When friendly probiotics like Bifidobacterium infantis line your intestines, they break down fiber and sugars that lead to bloating, gas, and aggravate conditions like IBS. And studies have shown that men and women with balanced levels of probiotic bacteria can focus and concentrate better and enjoy stronger bones, normal blood sugar, fewer allergies, and better cardiovascular health.

Your life depends on the health of your gut. When you don’t have enough probiotic bacteria, germs and toxins attack the lining of the intestine. This damages the cells lining your intestine, and with enough damage, germs and toxins get into your blood. While you may not see this happening, you feel the results. Frequent bloating and gas indicate there’s a problem with your digestive system, and probably indicates your intestines are running low in beneficial bacteria. But you may also experience frequent headaches, increased allergic response, blood sugar spikes, and chronic illness.

Types of Probiotics and Their Health Benefits

The benefits of probiotics are many and this probiotic product, Nature’s Sunshine Probiotic Eleven, contains the following strains of good bacteria. These probiotic strains have a large range of health benefits which can ease certain symptoms and improve overall health for both men and women.

Lactobacillus Rhamnosus –

Studies involving the Lactobacillus strain of bacteria suggest supplementation could lessen feelings of anxiety or ease symptoms of depression. Combining these probiotics with prebiotics also show significant benefits in mood health. Additionally, L. rhamnosus might be one of the best probiotics for weight loss. One study suggests taking L. rhamnosus might counteract weight gain and diabetes, and there’s a lot of research examining the benefits as a treatment for gastrointestinal issues like irritable bowel syndrome. Another study suggests a link between good bacteria and seasonal allergies, particularly with hay fever. If you’re looking for something to strengthen your overall immune function, L. rhamnosus could help there. A promising study suggests this strain could be just as helpful as an antibiotic for treating urinary tract infections.

Bifidobacterium Bifidum –

High levels of Bifidobacterium bifidum in your gut break down fiber, coat the inner lining of your intestines, and even stimulate your immune system. When you were born, the probiotic B. bifidum strain was already present in your intestines, protecting you from germs. In fact, it made up nearly 95% of your intestinal bacteria! B. bifidum attaches to your intestinal lining and helps digest sugar and protect the physical lining of your intestine against damage from toxins or germs. This keeps toxins and germs out of your blood and prevents them from making you sick or disrupting cellular function while it stimulates your immune system. On top of all this, probiotics like B. bifidum also produce important vitamins like B12, biotin, and K2 Recent research even shows that B. bifidum reduces the incidence of cold and flu. Antibiotic use drastically decreases B. bifidum population, as does every day environmental factors. But with so many environmental toxins like pesticides and foods loaded with artificial sugars, adults and children alike need a supplement to maintain the best possible health.

Lactobaciullus Acidophilus –

One of the best strains of probiotics out there is Lactobacillus Acidophilus. Much like Lactobacillus Brevis, this strain of probiotic occurs naturally within the body. Not only does it promote digestive tract and immune system health, it also helps in the production of lactase. It helps to maintain a healthy balance of bacteria in your digestive tract by producing vitamin K, lactase, acidolphilin, acidolin, bacteriocin, and lactocidin. In doing so, Lactobacillus acidophilus helps your body naturally break down lactose into simple sugars. This could provide some benefit to those with lactose intolerance. It even modulates immune system function. Some research even suggests it may provide some help with urinary tract infections, irritable bowel syndrome, and bacteria deficiencies caused by antibiotics as well as providing some benefit for cardiovascular health by reducing cholesterol.

Lactobacillus Brevis –

One of the best probiotics for your body is Lactobacillus brevis. Discovered as far back as 1921 by E.B. Fred, W.H. Peterson, and J.A. Anderson, this wonderful bacterium occurs naturally in the human body and is even present in breast milk. L. brevis is also found in high amounts in fermented foods like sauerkraut and pickles, and it’s abundant in nature; however, it’s only present in low amounts in the body due to environmental factors, poor food choices, and overall lifestyle habits. Like most probiotic bacteria, L. brevis may be helpful for supporting digestive health, and some research indicates its ability to combat ulcers. As no surprise, Lactobacillus brevis helps boost your immune system by increasing natural killer cells. It also has anti-microbial facets, can help the health and condition of the gums, and boost the effectiveness of antibiotics.

Lactobacillus Bulgaricus –

L. bulgaricus is a probiotic that lives in the intestinal mucosa, the mucous membrane that lines the gastrointestinal tract. L. bulgaricus is hardly enough to be able to withstand the acidic digestive juices secreted by the stomach. The organism grows when it’s needed and diminishes when it’s not. L. bulgaricus is called a symbiotic bacterium; it lives in harmony with the other helpful bacteria that normally live in your gastrointestinal tract. Here the micro-organism helps neutralize toxins and kill harmful bacteria by producing its own natural antibiotics.

Lactobacillus Plantarum –

The probiotic L. plantarum works to maintain a balance of good and bad bacteria and does so while helping out with digestion and optimizing levels of vitamins and minerals. In fact, L. plantarum can actually synthesize some nutrients, like L-lysine. Animal models show Lactobacillus plantarum may be helpful in reducing bacterial translocation, a benefit dependent on bacterial adhesion to the intestinal wall. Antibiotics are becoming an increasingly common contributor to hospital-acquired infections, and research shows Lactobacillus plantarum may be of help. Because antibiotics deplete natural gut flora, it opens the way for spore-forming bacteria to infect and proliferate. One study has shown probiotic supplementation with L. plantarum may reduce the incidence of Clostridium difficile-associated disease in hospitalized patients following antibiotic administration. In addition to this benefit, L. plantarum may also reduce gastrointestinal side effects commonly associated with antibiotics. Still, others note many of the same benefits as with Lactobacillus probiotics: decreased colorectal cancer risk is a big one.

Streptococcus Thermophilus –

Is a probiotic used to create lactic acid, so you can find it in fermented products like yogurt. And because it breaks down lactose into acid, it’s also often prescribed to lactose-intolerant individuals (to make it easier to digest dairy.) But it doesn’t stop there! Not only can it boost a person’s immune system, but it can also help with colon health, possibly even lowering the risk for colon cancer. There is some research that S. thermophilus may be helpful during chemotherapy by protecting the intestinal tissues from irritation caused by chemotherapy drugs. Another study shows S. thermophilus correlates with better growth in children. Antibiotic-associated diarrhea (AAD) is a growing issue today, and people are seeking natural methods for relief. Since antibiotics kill good bacteria and sometimes allow harmful bacteria to grow, diarrhea is often a result. Certain probiotic strains of S. thermophilus have been shown to reduce AAD.

Bifidobacterium Infantis –

B. infantis thrives most in the intestines of infants as it helps break down lactic acid in human breast milk. With this benefit, isn’t it fitting that the bacterial strain is named B. infantis? But don’t let its name fool you; it’s good for kids and adults, too. This probiotic also feeds on natural fructose (not the Frankenfood ingredient HFCS), glucose, and other all-natural carbs. Adults who keep their B. infantis levels in balance enjoy better overall health, an active metabolism, and less discomfort after eating. British researchers reported it only took four weeks for women who took B. infantis to enjoy a significant improvement in their IBS symptoms. Another study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology found B. infantis supports stomach health and digestion. It also supports your immune system against unwanted bacterial growth in the intestines, and some strains even produce B vitamins.

Bifidobacterium Longum –

Similar to other bacteria in this family, Bifidobacterium longum boasts an impressive list of benefits to the human body. Bifidobacterium longum can help reduce gastrointestinal discomfort caused by stress. In addition to this benefit, B. longum may also attenuate anxiety and possibly reduce the risk for colon cancer. The best feature of this particular probiotic is its ability to soothe irritation in the body. Much like many of the strain’s brothers and sisters, B. longum can be found in fermented foods and some probiotic supplements.

Lactobacillus Casei –

Supports digestion, the immune system, and soothes the bowels. It has been shown to improve bowel regularity, so may be useful for constipation.

Lactobacillus Salivarius –

L. salivarius is found in the mouth and the small intestine. Not only could it be useful for maintaining dental health, but studies also suggest it could help improve gastrointestinal problems like irritable bowel syndrome. This strain actually works to keep bacteria levels balanced in the small intestine. Because of this, like many strains, L. salivarius is thought to play a big role in boosting the immune system. Nature’s Sunshine is a great probiotic brand for those in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan and because it is designed to help with women’s health, men’s health, intestinal, heart health, daily energy and vitality. Get your natural health journey started by relieving some of your symptoms and optimizing your gut health with the use of probiotics. https://www.globalhealingcenter.com/