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| Posted: 31 Jul 2012 05:38 AM PDT A few months ago, I blogged about my forgetfulness and how I saw my physician who prescribed gingko and advised me to go for further tests in the event that there was no improvement. Well, the truth is I kept forgetting to eat my gingko tablets as I had to remember my:
Those of you who have been reading my blog for some time would know that I love to research particular topics everyday. After reading volumes of information on hair fall, forgetfulness and hot flushes, I came to the conclusion that I had to buy choline, without really understanding its chemical properties. Happily, I walked into the pharmacy near my place and consulted the young pharmacist one who advised me to take Evening Primrose Oil, Omega 3+6 and Lecithin for my peri-menopausal symptoms. The pharmacist told me that choline cannot be purchased per se but sourced from various types of food (CHECK HERE) and that the most often available choline supplement is lecithin which can curb hair fall and improve memory. At one stage, I felt like a radiator on a cold winter's night for my hot flushes were so unbearable. Worse still, on some nights, I had hot and then cold flushes. All the above medication plus VCO and black cohosh (good but very expensive) have helped me to live normally again with reduced episodes of hot flushes, rashes, mood swings, dry skin and allergies. I read extensively on lecithin etc and seriously believe that lecithin is something which most of us (especially the older ones) must take. Lecithin is a fatty substance found in animal and plant based foods, such as: eggs, liver, soy, wheat germ and peanuts. Our body manufactures lecithin as well. Certain processed food products like ice cream, chocolate, margarine, make use of lecithin too etc. Lecithin is an excellent source of choline (vitamin B), in the form of phosphatidylcholine. In the body, phosphatidylcholine breaks down in to choline. The health benefits of lecithin are: Lecithin and Cholesterol : Lecithin for the Heart Lecithin found in most plant sources help lower serum cholesterol levels appreciably. Lecithin decreases LDL (low density lipoprotein) and VLDL (very low density lipoprotein) and maintains normal levels of HDL (high density lipoprotein). Thus, lecithin supplementation can ward off cardiovascular disorders successfully. How to Improve Memory? Enhance Memory with Lecithin Supplements Lecithin is a powerful nerve building nutrient that greatly improves memory. Lecithin is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, managing twitches and jerks and preventing neural tube defects. Lecithin rich foods, consumed on a regular basis, keep your mind agile and active, enhance memory considerably, boost concentration levels and stave off degenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and dementia. Liver Detoxification with Lecithin: Improving Liver Function Lecithin is particularly useful I treating gall bladder and liver disorders. Lecithin is a key component of bile; and low levels of lecithin trigger gall stone formation. Taking lecithin supplements can prevent and treat gall stone successfully. Lecithin is often called a liver strengthening nutrient. It prevents build up of fats within the liver, improves flow of fats and cholesterol through the liver and gall bladder and helps the liver in the process of detoxification. Hepatitis, cirrhosis and gall stones are effectively treated with lecithin supplementation. Lecithin Granules and Lecithin Dosage: Lecithin Side Effects Lecithin is available in the form of granules, which need to be taken with meals to enhance absorption. The dose is 1 teaspoon of the granules, twice daily. The nutrient is also available in the form of capsules (2 capsules to be taken daily), or tablets or liquid. Granular lecithin has a nutty taste and can be sprinkles over food or added to drinks. Another site HERE said: What Are the Benefits of Lecithin? Lecithin is claimed to be helpful for a variety of different uses. Some of the possible benefits of lecithin include the treatment of the following conditions:
Lecithin is sometimes claimed to increase semen production in men and to aid in weight loss. There is little evidence to suggest that lecithin really works for most of these uses (see Does Lecithin Work?). When used as a food or medication additive, lecithin typically serves as an emulsifier or a stabilizer. In these situations, lecithin is not considered to be a dietary supplement and is usually used in fairly small amounts. How Does Lecithin Work? Lecithin contains a mixture of different compounds, such as fatty acids, triglycerides, carbohydrates, and phospholipids. Lecithin contains choline, a compound that the body can use to make acetylcholine, an important brain chemical that is low in people with Alzheimer's disease. Because lecithin is a complex mixture of different compounds, it is not entirely clear how it might work. Lecithin contains more omega-6 fatty acids than omega-3 fatty acids, which could potentially cause negative effects for heart health. If you have the time, check out THIS SITE for more benefits and risks of lecithin. You may want to check out the Winston-Salem Journal which documented the testimonies of some who have been taking lecithin for over 30 years! Of course, don't forget Wikipedia's entry on Lecithin HERE. My hair fall is under control without the use of expensive shampoos/conditioners, my memory is better and hopefully, my fats can be dissolved faster with more exercise :-). Whatever the case, please read up as much as you can on Lecithin before you make a decision. I am merely sharing from my personal experiences and also other information I collected from various sites. Years ago, when I attended my friend's dad's 90th birthday, I met an elderly gentleman in his late 80's who also knew my father. When I marvelled at his mental agility, energy and exuberance, he told me that health is wealth but most chase after wealth when they are young to earn as much as they can without realizing that failure to take care of our health means our wealth will have to be used when we are older, to take care of our health! Here are some inspirational quotes about health. Take care and take Lecithin!!! " Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity." ~John F. Kennedy ~ "The higher your energy levels, the more efficient your body. The more efficient your body, the better you feel and the more you will use your talent to produce outstanding results." -- Anthony Robbins ~ "To insure good health: eat lightly, breathe deeply, live moderately, cultivate cheerfulness, and maintain an interest in life." ~ William Londen ~ "Breathing correctly is the key to better fitness, muscle strength, stamina and athletic endurance." ~ Dr. Michael Yessis ~            |
| Posted: 31 Jul 2012 01:46 AM PDT A while ago, an old friend from the 1980's who is a cancer survivor told me about virgin coconut oil (VCO) and how the ladies in her church are taking it regularly. During a skype chat with another old friend from varsity days, Agnes, I was lamenting once again about my hot flushes. Immediately, Agnes said she would bring me two bottles of VCO when she was in my neck of woods as VCO really helped her during peri-menopause. Although we did not get to meet when she was in Penang, Agnes very kindly left it with the hotel reception. Since then, I have been taking one tablespoon daily and will be increasing my intake to two and then three tablespoonfuls daily. As usual, I googled for VCO and would like to share the following information on VCO which has indeed helped me quite a bit. Virgin Coconut Oil Benefits Virgin coconut oil benefits are really numerous. Some of them include:
CLICK HERE for Coconut Oil and Weight Loss or HERE for Coconut Oil and the Thyroid. Many of the benefits that people have reported when using coconut oil, apply similarly to virgin coconut oil as well as a high quality expeller pressed oil. However, you need to make sure you are getting an oil that is not hydrogenated, nor have they used chemicals in the processing. There are many who feel like the virgin coconut oil has more benefits that using the expeller pressed oil did not give them, but keep in mind that most of the benefits seem to come from the medium chain fatty acids, which vary a bit by batch, and are high in both type of the oil. Virgin Coconut Oil Can Help You Fight Viruses, Bacteria, Candida and More! Virgin coconut oil contains high levels of lauric acid, which is a medium-chain fatty acid that has been shown to have an ability to destroy lipid-coated viruses. Some of these viruses include the flu or influenza virus, HIV, herpes and more. There has been a case where an infant which had tested positive for HIV, and was fed with an infant formula that had a considerable amount of coconut oil in it, later tested negative for HIV! Lauric acid is also able to destroy many bad bacteria, including giardia and listeria. In addition, many have also reported benefits from taking coconut oil with systemic yeast infections, or candida. Lauric acid is very high in human breast milk, probably in no small part due to its immune-boosting properties. Are You Fighting with Blood Sugar Issues? Virgin Coconut Oil May Help You! Many people have reported lower blood sugar when consuming coconut oil, and better mood and energy as well. This is important, as many diabetics experience low energy and problem moods, as do those with insulin resistance. Many people today are insulin resistant and don't even know it, but if you put weight on around your midsection, there is a pretty good chance that you are one of them. Coconut Oil Can Help Your Digestion Many have reported relief from various digestion problems, including irritable bowel syndrome and even Crohn's disease. This may be because the medium chain fatty acids in the lauric acid seem to help your body to absorb other nutrients. In addition, it is a great fat to add to your diet if you do not yet have a strong digestive system. Coconut oil is one of the most easily digested fats around, and does not need bile in order to help break it down. Virgin Coconut Oil May Benefit Your Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia There are some alternative doctors who think chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia both have some basis in thyroid dysfunction. But in order for the thyroid gland to function properly, you also need to have a strong adrenal gland. In any case, many who have added virgin coconut oil to their diet say that their chronic fatigue and/or fibromyalgia has improved. Coconut oil, of course, does not have the money-making potential of prescription drugs, so it is hard to find studies about coconut oil and how it has helped with various health issues, but many people have just decided to try some for themselves and many have had a pleasant surprise. Virgin Coconut Oil: Recommended Amounts For You To See Results! Recommended amounts of virgin coconut oil really depend on why you are taking it, as well as your size, but range from 1 - 6 Tablespoons per day for an average person. Like all more natural ways of healing, it often takes a while to see results, so you might want to make a commitment to try it for at least a month or two. And often, in our experience, with natural healing, many people don't take enough of the natural substance to make a difference. So if you start with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil per day, and don't see any benefits, try at least 2 or 3 for a while, like for a month at least. SOURCE: ECOVIVA Also check out THIS SITE which has TEN ARTICLES on the benefits of VCO. Watch Dr. Mercola's video and read a very comprehensive analysis of why VCO is good for every one of us. CLICK HERE. The Organic Facts site also gives a very detailed write up on the composition and other benefits of VCO. READ THIS ARTICLE.      |
| Posted: 30 Jul 2012 08:45 PM PDT Have I gone nuts over coconuts? Yup. You might ask - Why Drink Coconut Water? This article, which Angela sent me in 2009, highlights the benefits of drinking coconut water. Coconut Water is naturally: Low in Carbs 99% Fat Free Low in sugars Coconut Water contains organic compounds possessing healthy growth promoting properties that have been known to help: * Keep the body cool and at the proper temperature * Orally re-hydrate your body, it is an all natural isotonic beverage * Carry nutrients and oxygen to cells * Naturally replenish your body's fluids after exercising * Raise your metabolism * Promote weight loss * Boost your immune system * Detoxify and fight viruses * Cleanse your digestive tract * Control diabetes * Aid your body in fighting viruses that cause the flu, herpes, and AIDS * Balance your PH and reduce risk of cancer * Treat kidney and urethral stones * Boost poor circulation Coconut Water Information - complied by John Kohler The English name coconut, first mentioned in English print in 1555, comes from Spanish and Portugese word coco, which means 'monkey face.' Spanish and Portugese explorers found a resemblance to a monkey's face in the three round indented markings or 'eyes' found at the base of the coconut. On the Nicobar Islands of the Indian Ocean , whole coconuts were used as currency for the purchase of goods until the early part of the twentieth century. Coconuts are the fruit of the coconut palm, botanically known as cocos nucifera, with nucifera meaning 'nut-bearing.' The fruit-bearing palms are native to Malaysia , Polynesia and southern Asia, and are now also prolific in South America , India , the Pacific Islands , Hawaii and Florida . The light, fibrous husk allowed it to easily drift on the oceans to other areas to propagate. In Sanskrit, the coconut palm is known as kalpa vriksha, meaning 'tree which gives all that is necessary for living,' since nearly all parts of the tree can be used in some manner or another. The coconut itself has many food uses, including milk, meat, sugar and oil as well as functioning as its own dish and cup. The husk was also burned for fuel by natives, but today a seed fibre called coir is taken from the husk and used to make brushes, mats, fishnets, and rope. A very potent fermented toddy or drink is also made from the coconut palm's sap. Coconut oil, a saturated fat made from dried coconut meat, is used for commercial frying and in candies and margarines, as well as in non-edible products such as soaps and cosmetics. Although it takes up to a year for coconuts to mature, the trees bloom up to thirteen times a year, so fruit is constantly forming yielding a continuous harvest year-round. An average harvest from one tree runs about 60 coconuts, with some trees yielding three times that amount. The coconut's name is a bit of a misnomer, since it is botanically classified as a drupe and not a nut. It is the largest seed known. If you've ever opened a fresh coconut, you will have seen the thin, opaque almost clear coconut juice or water which has a slight almond flavor. Contrary to popular belief, this is not the coconut milk. However, the water is consumed as a drink fresh from the coconut by many, and it can also be used in recipes. Here is some information about Coconut Water: 'It's a natural isotonic beverage, with the same level of electrolytic balance as we have in our blood. It's the fluid of life, so to speak.' In fact, during the Pacific War of 1941-45, both sides in the conflict regularly used coconut water - siphoned directly from the nut - to give emergency plasma transfusions to wounded soldiers. Most coconut water is still consumed fresh in tropical coastal areas - once exposed to air, the liquid rapidly loses most of its organoleptic and nutritional characteristics, and begins to ferment. * Coconut Water is More Nutritious than whole milk - Less fat and NO cholesterol! * Coconut Water is More Healthy than Orange Juice - Much lower calories * Coconut Water is Better than processed baby milk- It contains lauric acid, which is present in human mother's milk * Coconut water is naturally sterile -- Water permeates though the filtering husk! * Coconut water is a universal donor-- Its identical to human blood plasma * Coconut Water is a Natural Isotonic Beverage - The same level we have in our blood. * Coconut water has saved lives in 3rd world countries thru Coconut IV. Coconut water is the very stuff of Nature, biologically Pure, full of Natural Sugars, Salts, and Vitamins to ward off fatigue... and is the next wave of energy drinks yet natural!', according to Mortin Satin, Chielf of the United Nation's Food & Agriculture Organization. Coconut water contains more potassium (at about 294 mg) than most sports drinks (117 mg) and most energy drinks. Coconut has less sodium (25mg) where sports drinks have around 41mg and energy drinks have about 200 mg! Coconut water has 5mg of Natural Sugars where sports and energy drinks range from 10-25mg of Altered Sugars. Coconut water is very high in Chloride at 118mg, compared to sports drinks at about 39mg. Data is based on a 100ml drink. -Author Unknown-      |
| Five Vital Traits of a Good Leader Posted: 30 Jul 2012 03:30 PM PDT There might be a lot of leaders in your area, but there are only a few who know exactly what makes a good leader. As a leader, you're expected to bring you and your team to success. As a leader, your team looks up to you for guidance and support. Wanting to know what makes a good leader is already the first step to achieving your goal. However, there is always room for improvement. Read on and find out how you can become a good leader. 1) Teamwork A leader might be the head of the organization or team, but he or she cannot function well without teamwork. Unfortunately, a lot of leaders let their position get into their heads. They move without consulting the rest of the team. What makes a good leader is a sense of teamwork. Although you might be the one calling the shots, you can't completely disregard the people you're responsible for. 2) Strength Another important factor of what makes a good leader is strength. Whether it's strength in making a decision, or strength in overcoming challenges, a good leaders knows not to show weakness. A good leader doesn't cower from the enemy. He or she doesn't fear challenges or obstacles; but instead, he or she deals with them head-on. 3) Good Example A good leader sets a good example for his or her subordinates. If you're very particular about tardiness, then you have to make sure that you're always on time, if not earlier than the others. If you have strong feelings against cheating, then you yourself should not be tempted to cheat. Set a good example for the people in your team. Actions speak louder than words. READ THE REST OF THE ENTRY HERE.      |
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