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We all have bacteria, both good and bad, inside and all around us. In fact, we have about 100 trillion bacteria in our gut and around our body! A key to OPTIMAL health is striking the perfect balance between good and bad bacteria, but when the bad bacteria get out of hand, it can cause health issues and unwanted weight gain.

Here are some telltale signs that you may be experiencing a bacterial or yeast overgrowth.

1. You feel extremely tired or lethargic all the time.

Many of my clients are initially sleeping over 10 hours a night and still do not get out of bed feeling refreshed in the morning. The lethargy continued throughout the day and they just do not understand why they are so tired all the time.

2. Brain fog, poor memory or lack of focus.

Many of my clients find it quite difficult to focus and concentrate on the tasks at hand, no matter what it might be. Their overall thinking may be foggy and impaired, they may have very poor memory of even recent events.

3. Mood swings, anger, anxiety, or depression.

Many of my clients experience erratic mood shifts. Studies now demonstrate that the gut is akin to a second brain, so it's condition will definitely affect your mood and emotions.

4. Strong cravings for high carb and/or sugary foods.

Bacterial or yeast overgrowth often leads to a condition called "leaky gut" wherein the gut lining has thinned. This means your food isn't absorbed as nutrients and instead becomes toxins in your bloodstream. See #7

With so few nutrients being absorbed, many clients are chronically hungry often craving sugary or starchy or yeasty foods like bread. These foods feed the underlying infection, making the situation worse and worse but it is really hard to stop the behaviors because of the strong cravings involved.

5. Skin and fungal infections. 

When the overgrowths get really out of balance the entire immune system becomes compromised and the skin itself becomes "leaky" leading to chronic skin infections like: Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea, rashes, dermatitis and many others.

6. Food Sensitivities

Not allergies, sensitivities occur due to the combination of an immune system that is not working properly and the leaky gut factor which releases undigested food particles into the systemic blood circulation, not a good scenario.

7. Digestive issues such as bloating, diarrhea or constipation.

Due to the lack of proper balance of bacterias foods cannot be digested properly leading to common symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, or constipation.  Others have more serious symptoms like reflux of foods and mucus or blood in the stool showing chronic inflammation. This is a very serious situation. So is years of non absorption of nutrients.

8. Chemical sensitivities

As things progress, many of my clients become much more sensitive to environmental toxins because their bodies are so toxic to begin with. Other organs like the liver and kidneys become overworked.

9. Toenail Fungus

Many if not most of my dysbiosis clients present with toenail fungus due to the low functioning of their immune systems.

10. Chronic Vaginal, or Urinary infections or "jock itch"

Again, as this disorder progresses other systems become affected. Many clients have chronic vaginitis or vaginosis or prostate problems or "jock" itch and anal itching.

All of these seemingly unrelated signs and symptoms can be remedied by coming in for treatment!

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“Magical grass” or “miracle grass”, is a perfect herbal tea for the overworked individual, helping to reduce stress related tension and improve immune and gut system functions.

Used since ancient times Jiao Gan Lan or gynostemma is one of a few adaptogenic Chinese leafy herbs that are easy to prepare as a tea because they don't need to be decocted (simmered) and can be simply infused in hot water. 

Gynostemma is also slightly sweet, with a mildly bitter green tea-like taste.  It has definitely become one of my personal favorites over the last few years.

What is Gynostemma?

Gynostemma pentaphyllum, or Jiaogulan (the Chinese name), is a five leafed climbing vine plant in the same family as melons and cucumbers.  Although it is from the family Cucurbitaceae is does not bare edible fruit. 

Jiaogulan is a perennial plant that can be planted and grown in moderate climates, classified under USDA zone 8, which includes Southern and Western coastal regions of the U.S.  Most of the gynostemma today is imported from China but, if you happen to live in such mild climates, it can be easily grown in a garden and used fresh or dried as a tea infusion.

The first recorded notation of the plant was by the herbalist Li Shi-Zhen in 1578 who identified gynostemma for use in treatment of traumas and tumorous growths.

In the 1970's Jiaogulan was originally researched and studied by scientists for its sweet components and benefits as a natural sugar substitute.  During this time it was discovered that the leaves actually contain high amounts of saponins, four of which are also found in panax ginseng root another famous adaptogen. In the research provided by Dr. Masahiro Nagai and Dr. Tsunematsu Takemoto gynostemma tea benefits were shown to not only include four identical ginseng saponins but also 17 other related saponins. 

For this reason it is also called "southern ginseng" and is a more affordable alternative to the high price of some ginseng extracts.  Today jiaogulan is known to have over 82 different saponin compounds, which is extremely unusual for a leafy green plant.

In many parts of Asia it is still regarded as a quintessential herbal tea to promote a healthy long life, enhancing  immunologic, respiratory, neurological, cardiovascular, endocrine and metabolic systems.

 

Gynostemma Tea Benefits

There are only a number of leafy herbs that work as adaptogens which are herbs that help the human body adapt to stress and gynostemma is one of them.

In fact, the herb contains the widest spectrum of saponins out of all the plants varieties. 

The primary active ingredients that attribute to these adaptogenic qualities are the saponins called gypenosides.

 

As an adaptogenic leaf, jiaogulan, helps the body adapt to stress and promotes equilibrium within the cells and vital organ systems. 

Because of it's double-directional stress modulating activity it has either a calming effect on the central nervous system or an energy lifting one depending on the state of fatigue or over-excitement. 

It is well known for its spirit-lifting effects and is great for those who suffer from depression.

Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory

The gypenosides in gynostemma tea maintain powerful antioxidant effects helping to boost the immune system by increasing the activity level and number of white blood cells.

Gynostemma tea benefits can provide antioxidants that protect the cell membranes from the negative influence of oxidation which can lead to chronic inflammation.

Jiao Gu Lan has been shown to reduce fatigue and stimulate the release of insulin.  Jioagulan is also known in Traditional Chinese Medicine to clear heat, support clear thinking, calm the nerves, moisten the lungs as well as reduce inflammation.

Gynostemma for Weight Management

In Asia gynostemma is extremely popular in assisting those in weight management programs and is known to be useful for those needing to loose or gain body weight.

One of the ways in which it helps individual's loose excess weight is by accelerating the body's metabolism.  This is achieved through its actions at adjusting blood fat and blood sugar levels.  In addition jioagulan naturally assists in the digestive process, helping to normalize bowel movements and cleanse the intestinal tract.

Saponins are known to have foaming soap-like qualities and were originally used as an early source of detergents in many cultures around the world.  The high saponin content in gynostemma, in a sense, acts as a cleanser as it moves through the digestive system, ridding the body of wastes and toxic microbes.

Gynostemma tea benefits provide direct energy conversion of carbohydrates which is specifically helpful for athletes.  It is also known to assist body builders or underweight people by increasing their capacity to gain lean muscle mass.

 

Improves Cardiovascular Health

Gynostemma tea benefits also help to normalize blood pressure and stabilize the heart rate. Acting as a natural vasodilator, regular consumption of the tea or extract improves cardiac efficiency by increasing the flow of blood and oxygen to the circulatory system.

The saponins in gynostemma pentaphyllum are also known to be helpful for atherosclerosis, reducing triglycerides and lowering cholesterol by preventing it from being absorbed by the body. 

A study was conducted in Japan whereby 30 people experienced an 85% decrease in LDL cholesterol, commonly referred to as the "bad" cholesterol.

Additional studies show that it reduces the accumulation of blood platelets, thins the blood and decreases plaque buildup.

Precautions:  If you take blood thinners or are on heart medication it is recommended that you consult your physician before using this herb.

Gynostemma Tea Benefits List

• Acts as an adaptogen and stress reducer
• Enlivens the body but does not contain caffeine
• Possesses anti-inflammatory properties via its immune supporting affects
• Improves respiratory functions
• Promotes a sense of peace and well being
• Acts as a soothing digestive aid
• Known to be beneficial for weight management
• Helpful for cardiovascular health and improved circulation
• Supports healthy normal liver functions
• Contains anti-aging antioxidants

How To Use Gynostemma

Gynostemma Tea

The most traditional way to consume gynostemma is as a hot herbal tea.  It has a delicious flavor and has long been enjoyed as a tea by the people in the southern regions of China, where it is called "magical grass". Steep 1t-1T in a cup-5oz of hot water.  Here is a wonderful product we sell.

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Autism is a range of neurodevelopmental disorders that affects 1 in 88 children. Autism is a spectrum of disorders and can appear in childhood at many different stages and different levels of severity.

An encouraging brand new study carried out at MassGeneral Hospital for Children and the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine suggests that sulforaphane, a chemical derived from broccoli sprouts, may be of benefit in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Andrew Zimmerman, MD, who is now a professor of pediatric neurology at UMass Memorial Medical Center, and colleagues enlisted 40 teenage boys and young men with moderate to severe autism, aged 13 to 27, to take part in the study.

Twenty-six of the subjects were randomly selected to receive, based on their weight, 9 to 27 milligrams of sulforaphane daily, and 14 received placebos. Before the start of the trial, the patients' caregivers and physicians filled out 3 standard behavioral assessments: the Aberrant Behavior Checklist (ABC), the Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS) and the Clinical Global Impressions-Improvement scale (CGI-I).

These assessments measure sensory sensitivities, ability to relate to others, verbal communication skills, social interactions and other behaviors related to autism. Behavioral assessments were completed again at 4, 10 and 18-weeks while treatment continued. A final assessment was completed for the majority of participants 4-weeks after the treatment had stopped.
Impressive results showed that the majority of those who responded to sulforaphane showed significant improvements by the first measurement at 4-weeks and continued to improve during the rest of the treatment. After 18-weeks of treatment, the average ABC and SRS scores of those who received sulforaphane had decreased 34 and 17%, respectively, with improvements in bouts of irritability, lethargy, repetitive movements, hyperactivity, awareness, communication, motivation and mannerisms.
 After 18-weeks of treatment, according to the CGI-I scale, 46, 54 and 42% of sulforaphane recipients experienced noticeable improvements in social interaction, aberrant behaviors and verbal communication, respectively.

 The scores of those who took sulforaphane trended back toward their original values after they stopped taking the chemical. The study's investigators caution that it would be very difficult to achieve the levels of sulforaphane used in this study by eating large amounts of broccoli or other cruciferous vegetables.

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Do you have food sensitivities or food allergies?  You may be surprised to learn that some chemicals may be setting up your immune system to behave erratically with regard to foods, creating allergy like problems according to the American Academy of Allergy and Immunology based in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

New study by the ACAAI finds chemicals used for water purification can lead to food allergies :

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (December 3, 2012) – Food allergies are on the rise, affecting 15 million Americans. And according to a new study published in the December issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), pesticides and tap water could be partially to blame. 

The study reported that high levels of dichlorophenols, a chemical used in pesticides and to chlorinate water, when found in the human body, are associated with food allergies. 

"Our research shows that high levels of dichlorophenol-containing pesticides can possibly weaken food tolerance in some people, causing food allergy," said allergist Elina Jerschow, M.D., M.Sc., ACAAI fellow and lead study author. "This chemical is commonly found in pesticides used by farmers and consumer insect and weed control products, as well as tap water." 

Among 10,348 participants in a US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2005-2006, 2,548 had dichlorophenols measured in their urine and 2,211 were included into the study. Food allergy was found in 411 of these participants, while 1,016 had an environmental allergy. 

"Previous studies have shown that both food allergies and environmental pollution are increasing in the United States," said Dr. Jerschow. "The results of our study suggest these two trends might be linked, and that increased use of pesticides and other chemicals is associated with a higher prevalence of food allergies." 

While opting for bottled water instead of tap water might seem to be a way to reduce the risk for developing an allergy, according to the study such a change may not be successful. 

"Other dichlorophenol sources, such as pesticide-treated fruits and vegetables, may play a greater role in causing food allergy," said Dr. Jerschow. 

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an increase in food allergy of 18 percent was seen between 1997 and 2007. The most common food allergens are milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, tree nuts, soy, fish, and shellfish.

It is very important to get food allergies and sensitivies and the resultant inflammation calmed down.  It is also possible by balancing the immune system and using immunomodulators to reduce these ill effects.  Visit my Natural Pharmacy-ALLERGY or Immune Aisles for suggestions on how to do this, and GREAT products with free shipping, or schedule an appointment for individualized help with this important topic.

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Age-related Macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye condition affecting as many as 15 million Americans and millions more around the world. The disease attacks the macula of the eye, where our sharpest central vision occurs. This is the vision we use to drive, read, recognize faces and perform daily tasks. AMD does not cause complete blindness, only central blindness. It spares the peripheral vision (around the edges), leaving only dim images or black holes at the center of vision.

AMD is the number one cause of severe vision loss and legal blindness in adults over 60 in the U.S.

A new study has found that  use of a commonly prescribed OTC drug use ten years ago was associated with a small but statistically significant increase in the risk of neovascular age-related macular degeneration.

Barbara E. K. Klein, M.D., M.P.H., of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, and colleagues conducted the study to examine the association between aspirin use and AMD.

The researchers used data from the Beaver Dam Eye Study, a longitudinal population-based study of age-related eye diseases conducted in Wisconsin. Examinations were performed every 5 years over a 20-year period (1988-1990 through 2008-2010).

Study participants (n = 4,926) were 43 to 86 years of age at entry in the study. At subsequent examinations, participants were asked if they had regularly used aspirin at least twice a week for more than 3 months. The average duration of follow-up was 14.8 years.

For the study, the researchers measured the incidences of different types of AMD (early, late, and 2 subtypes of late AMD [neovascular AMD and pure geographic atrophy]).

There were 512 incident cases of early AMD and 117 incident cases of late AMD over the course of the study.

The researchers found that regular use of aspirin use 10 years prior to the retinal examination was associated with late AMD (age- and sex-adjusted incidence, 1.8 per cent for users vs. 1.0 percent for nonusers).

When examining the relationships by late AMD subtype, neovascular AMD was significantly associated with such use (age-and sex-adjusted incidence, 1.4 per cent for users vs. 0.6 per cent for nonusers), but not for pure geographic atrophy. Aspirin use 5 years or 10 years prior to retinal examination was not associated with incident early AMD.

"Our findings are consistent with a small but statistically significant association between regular aspirin use and incidence of neovascular AMD. Additional replication is required to confirm our observations. If confirmed, defining the causal mechanisms may be important in developing methods to block this effect to prevent or retard the development of neovascular AMD in persons who use aspirin, especially to prevent CVD," the authors conclude.

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       How Negativity affects

              your health!

Sometimes I think the entire world will soon explode in a dark cloud of its own negativity.  I have begun to shut off the radio when I am driving to avoid the negativity of commercials geared towards very dark subject matter. Even as a child I recognized the sensationalism of negativity.

 I never watch T.V. or even own one and cable is obviously out of the question, except for HGTV while I am running on the treadmill at my gym.  When socializing, I have begun to limit our activities to sports, music, art, walking, playing games or Tennis, or doing Yoga or meditation together.  Why?  Because I simply do not want to discuss the barrage of  negative current events and subsequent fear that most people are deluged with daily.

Negativity creates and exacerbate  illness Here's why:

Negativity causes stress driven chemical changes in our bodies.

The impact of unmitigated fight or flight responses is well documented.

 The negative effects of stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenalin on our bodies has been extensively researched for decades. Studies have proven it makes our bodies deteriorate faster and more completely, meaning on a multi system level.

Granted, some stress is necessary for growth and even recommended for us, but chronic negativity will make stress excessive, leading to potential and severe health problems.

Energy Loss

Negativity is draining on energy.  Chronic negativity leads to changes in the brain itself which can lead to depression and fatigue.  In severe cases it may even lead to a phenomenon known as learned helplessness.

This can lead to a vicious cycle whereby one becomes cut off to activities that are repleting and invigorating. Stress mediated changes can and do often lead to sleeping troubles as well another common reason for fatigue and depression.

Negativity depletes the immune system

Changes in protective immune cells and/or loss of these cells is a consequence of chronic negativity which can and does lead to many chronic illnesses.

Negativity Harms Your Respiratory System

Breathing is affected by negative emotions, which leads to shallow breathing and more fatigue.  This is one reason that Yoga and Guided Meditation are so valuable to health.

Negativity Harms Your Heart

Most cardiac illnesses come about both through stress and negativity. This is because negativity breeds hostility and possibly even aggression that raises blood pressure and damages your bodies circulation by constricting blood vessels, and restricting the blood supply to the heart.  So every time you are tempted to flip off another driver you are in fact, only hurting yourself.

It takes an amazing amount of self training to avoid negativity but it can be done.  Immediately thinking of things you are grateful for or “counting your blessings” is something which counters these negative vibes almost immediately.

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