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It's a completely natural formulation, with a balanced blend of ingredients that maximize organic content — vegan certified. Kenzen® Body Balance Healthy Meal contains no soy, dairy, lactose, gluten or GMO. 

The all-vegetable, organic protein readily converts to energy for exercise in building lean muscle tissue. Prebiotics and probiotics support healthy gastrointestinal system function, and with its organic sweetener Healthy Meal has a naturally delicious taste in vanilla flavor. Compared to most meals, 

Kenzen® Body Balance Healthy Meal is low in fat and carbohydrates, and it contains no added salt. The shelf-stable powder mixes easily in PiMag® water or milk.

4 Easy Tips for Improving Your Health

To help you kick your New Year off to a happy and healthy start, I'd like to share a few of my top health tips with you today.

4 Health Tips:

1) Drink Water! 

It's so simple, and yet so many people overlook the importance of staying hydrated. Stay away from bottled water as the chemicals that are leached form the plastic are proven to cause cancer. Also, try to stay away from soda and flavored, sugary drinks, which can actually dehydrate you.

Remember: To stay hydrated, you should be drinking half of your body weight, in ounces every day. So if you weigh 100 lbs, you should be drinking 50 ounces of water a day.

Tip: to improve absorption of water into your cells, you should take a 1/4 tsp of salt for every quart of water you drink. This will create the electrolytes your body needs to preform. (NOTE: when we say salt, we mean unrefined natural salts such as RealSalt, Himalayan or Sea Salt.

2) Take Vitamins! 

I take vitamins daily that help boost my immune system. Our food supply does not provide our bodies with the essential nutrients that it once did so it is critical to supplement your diet with a high quality vitamin. It's important to find vitamins that are right for you - so I encourage you to take some time to find what kind of supplements are best for your particular body type. Try to choose all natural supplements and avoid generic and over the counter vitamins as most will not break down in your system. Find organic or liquid supplements that are readily absorbed into the body.

3) Exercise! 

Go on a brisk walk, take a fitness class or meet with a personal trainer. Exercising can be much easier if you have an accountability partner to work out with. Even simple things like walking or biking instead of driving somewhere can help improve your health. Or you can choose to take the stairs instead of the elevator. Every little bit counts :)

4) Think & Be Positive! 

Just like water, your thoughts and attitude are often overlooked. It's important to have a positive attitude towards yourself, health, body image and honestly, everything. Having a good attitude will raise your vibration, which in turn will naturally motivate you to WANT to do the things above.

In addition, it'll attract positive people and resources to you. One of my favorite quotes from The Secret star, Mike Dooley, is this: "Thoughts become things." I love it because I think it's so true! If you think thoughts like "I enjoy going on my daily walk," instead of "I hate walking," then you'll enjoy and look forward to your walk (or whatever type of exercise you do). And who knows, the Universe just might reward you for being so upbeat!

I challenge you to accomplish 1, if not all 4 of these things today. Go for it! You can do it :)

The Deadly Chemicals in Your Tap Water

The Deadly Chemicals in Your Tap Water

Originally published on Monday, July 16th, 2012
GENERAL HEALTH, Urgent Care by Bel Marra Health for Bel Marra Health

Proper intake of water is important for our health. It can help ward off health problems, flush out toxins, and aid our digestive system. However, in some cases it can be downright dangerous.

According to a report in the New York Times, scientific research shows that up to 19 million Americans fall ill every year from drinking tap water. The culprits are likely parasites, viruses, bacteria, and poisons.

Unless local officials declare a water emergency of some sort, we have no idea whether or not we are ingesting safe drinking water. Sewage treatment does decrease the number of disease carrying bacteria in waste water that is processed then re-entered into the system, but it does not eliminate them.

Proper Water Treatment Methods

Law requires that residents receive safe tap water through proper treatment methods. Since 2004 however, reports indicate that close to 50 million Americans have been provided with water that contained illegal concentrations of bacteria and arsenic for example. Many other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom have experienced problems with tap water.

Arsenic

Arsenic is a natural element that can be found in rock, soil, plants and animals. Arsenic is poison and depending on how much is ingested into the body it can be fatal. In 2001 the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lowered the acceptable amount of Arsenic in U.S tap water, but water standard watchdogs say that there are still close to one-thousand water systems in the United States that are still not compliant. It is important to note that arsenic amounts are no-where near what they are in some third world countries where the water supply situation is at an emergency level.

Fluoride

There is a lot of controversy over fluoride in tap water. Most communities in both the United States and Canada have had fluoridated drinking water for 50 years or more; however, some people oppose it. They argue that fluoride can be toxic. One of the leading researchers on the subject, Dr. Phyllis Mullenix has linked regular exposure to fluoride to neurological deficit. Several studies have shown that fluoride can cause abnormal behaviour in rats. Despite these findings, there are many organizations that continue to promote fluoride in drinking water. They point to the benefits it has when it comes to dental health, and to years of research and scientific study to support their argument that it is safe.

Pharmaceuticals

One of the more startling discoveries in recent years has been the amount of pharmaceuticals found in the U.S water supply. An Associated Press investigation reported while the concentrations of drugs like, antibiotics, anti-depressants, anticonvulsants, and sex hormones are tiny, they do present questions about the impact of long-term exposure.

Pharmaceuticals pass through urine and the waste water goes through sewage treatment then some of that water makes its way back into the system. Water treatment facilities don’t normally release the results of pharmaceutical testing unless they are pressured to do so.

There is a long list of other contaminants that could make there way into your tap water. So what can you do? Find out as much as you can about your local watertreatment plant, have your tap water tested, and as an added precaution, always use a water filter. There is no need to be afraid of your tap water, but it is always a good idea to play it safe for the good of your health and the rest of your family.

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Could what you eat be triggering your migraines?

Simple food choices may help relieve a migraine attack. First, be sure to drink lots of water and eat meals at regular intervals, as dehydration and skipping meals can cause migraines and headaches. Be mindful of what you eat and drink. Food intolerance and food allergies are key triggers of headaches and migraines. Eliminating foods that trigger migraines can help prevent attacks.

Foods that trigger migraines could include:

- Aged cheeses and other foods that contain tyramine–a naturally occurring amino acid– including bleu cheese, brie, mozzarella, processed meats, pickles, onions, olives, chocolate and red wine.

- Foods with the preservatives monosodium glutamate (MSG) ornitrates, which can dilate blood vessels, causing headaches.

- If you have a dairy allergy or are hypersensitive to dairy, certaindairy foods may be triggers, such as milk, cheese and yogurt.

- Alcohol, which boosts blood flow to the brain and may lead to headaches. Beer, whiskey and champagne are common triggers.

I have had great success using magnetic technologies to relieve my migraine headaches. Do some research and find out what works best for you. Each of us has a different chemical make-up based upon our diets and lifestyles. the one-size fits all solutions don't work any more. Take charge of your health. Do it today!

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Current Concerns at the UK Olympic Games Venue Sites

Worldcue^® Alert
Severity: Informational Alert

Health: Outbreaks of disease and health issues may present during the Summer Olympics in the UK. Be aware of alerts. Healthcare venues will be established.

This alert affects United Kingdom

This alert began 03 Jul 2012 18:29 GMT and is scheduled to expire 09 Sep 2012 23:59 GMT.

Current Concerns at the UK Olympic Games Venue Sites
Ongoing measles outbreaks and a first quarter rise in pertussis cases near several 2012 Summer Olympic Games venue sites have prompted officials to direct increased attention toward enhanced vaccination delivery in the greater London area. Global health authorities urge visitors to the UK to check that their measles immunization status is up-to-date prior to embarking. Potential for other vaccine-preventable and non-vaccine preventable disease spread among large crowds at venue sites may be heightened during peak periods. The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has enacted several protocols specifically for the Olympic Games to monitor for outbreaks of disease activity. Additionally, the HPA has formed "Outbreak Control Teams" and special health units to respond to any situations that may merit concern or attention during the events. Area facilities and clinics are prepared to accommodate the elevated number of visitors and various health concerns that may present. The HPA is also monitoring food-borne illness and trauma in order to effectively utilize resources.

Health Recommendations
Although the UK does not require any specific vaccinations for entry, routine vaccines such as measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, and polio are recommended for any international traveler. Additionally, varicella immunization for those with uncertain status against chicken pox is also advised. Meningococcal immunization and pneumococcal vaccines are recommended for certain populations with underlying medical conditions, as these diseases spread easily in large crowds and may affect those with compromised health status. Check with your personal physician prior to travel. Also, influenza outbreaks are sporadically occurring in the Southern Hemisphere. As the Olympic Games are an international event drawing spectators from global reaches, early exposure to influenza is possible for those in the Northern Hemisphere. If flu vaccines are available, they may help prevent unseasonal infection.

Large gatherings of people present the opportunity for enhanced disease transmission due to the lack of availability for social distancing. Increased hand washing and/or use of hand sanitizers has been shown to reduce the incidence of pathogen spread. Fresh air venues may also reduce disease transmission compared to indoors. Maintain adequate hydration and a well-balanced diet. Prior to travel, seek any immunization updates needed from a travel medicine provider or your primary care physician. Many large international airports have medical staff and clinics where some immunizations can be obtained if necessary. Bear in mind that some immunizations require several weeks to confer adequate protection.

Related Advice: General information for disabled travelers.
Related Advice: Influenza
Related Advice: Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Related Advice: Vaccinations for All International Travelers.

The Truth About Salt

SALT:

A crystalline compound NaCl, the chloride of sodium, called common salt.  This simple product is on the table in most every American home. This salt (table salt) pervades a huge portion of the packaged and prepared food industry and when required by law is identified as sodium on food labels. Our diets are almost dependent on salt to prepare, preserve, can and flavor our foods.

Now here is our dilemma; salt is bad for you, salt causes high blood pressure, salt causes edema fluid to collect in the body, etc.. These statements and warnings are coming to us from the medical community and are not new news.  When health challenges are identified, it is common to immediately alter the diet to either a salt-free or salt-restricted diet. It is in our best interest to learn what we can about salt and apply some common sense as to its value and use it in our daily diet.

The table salt we use in our daily lives in not a natural element. Table salt is an altered form of salt we call refined salt. This refined salt has been brought through a process of extreme heat, bathed in a chlorine solution and then has a sulfate or silicate of aluminum added so it doesn’t clump in the shaker. Some salt has dextrose added to buffer the bitter taste from chemical processing. Knowing what this salt is made of and how it is processed, let’s examine how our bodies might respond to it.

Chlorine is a toxic chemical commonly used as a bleaching agent. Chlorine is also commonly used in municipal water treatment to kill bacteria and waterborne pathogens present in stored water systems. Even though white salt may look really good in our salt shakers, our bodies are challenged by the chlorine and aluminum elements present. It is not the salt the body is rejecting, it is the chemicals present with it, causing our concerns.

Salt in the form of a normal saline solution is the most common stabilizer for a body in trauma or shock. This same saline solution is called electrolyte and allows for good cell communication and is the common treatment for dehydration through IV’s. So, if water and salt are commonly used for stabilizing us and for properly hydrating us, then why are we told to stay away from or limit our intake of salt?  The answer is that the salt (salts) in the IV are not common table salt with its altered chemical structure but rather a pure form of sodium chloride and sometimes other essential elements such as potassium and magnesium.

SEA SALT & OCEAN SALT:

Salts derived from drying sea water or ocean water. This is a mineral rich salt sometimes marketed as a wet or moist salt or a dry form either dried by natural sun or commercial drying process. There are basically only two drawbacks to this type of salt. First, the fact that pollution exists in any ocean or sea and that pollution becomes a part of the resultant salt product. Second, is the fact that process, sun dried or commercial drying, causes many of the valuable trace minerals to be burned off or lost in the process.  Other than these two issues, ocean salts are far better for us than common table salt. Be aware that SEA SALT commonly sold in stores is common table salt from an ocean source and the label will reveal: CALCIUM SILICATE, POTASIUM IODIE, ALUMINUM SULFATE or SILICATE, DEXTROSE AND ANTI-CAKING AGENTS added. Your body will not fully utilize these salts because of their un-natural composition.

MINED SALTS FROM ANCIENT SEA BED DEPOSITS:

Salts mined from natural ocean deposits either on the surface or underground.  Salt mined from surface deposits share some of the same problems as wet ocean salts meaning compromised purity because of pollution and UV rays from the sun burn off many essential trace elements. Salts mined from underground sources using good mining practices are our richest source of unrefined salt. Depending on the location of the deposits, these salts contain most of the trace elements and minerals our body requires and in the most bio-available form. Be prepared to invest a few dollars more for these unrefined natural salts and as you incorporate them into your healthy diet, you will be pleased with the results.

I recommend a product called REALSALT.  you can order it directly from their website at www.realsalt.com or find it at your local grocery store.

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Genetic Evidence That Antioxidants Kill Cancer

Here is a great article for you to read Genetic Evidence That Antioxidants Kill Cancer

Did you know that CiagaV has the antioxidant equivalent of 200 bottles of wine in just one 32 ounce bottle? To Learn more Click Here!