Health and Nutrition: September 12, 2008
Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
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“Researchers have discovered eating broccoli could undo the damage caused by diabetes to heart blood vesselsProfessor Paul Thornalley and his team from the University of Warwick have found a broccoli compound called Sulforaphane. This compound can encourage the body to produce more enzymes to protect the vessels, as well as reduce high levels of molecules which cause significant cell damage.”
Fish oil helps patients with chronic heart failure Notice in this study that the Omega-3 oil functions as well as the cholesterol drugs! Omega-3 oils have no side effects!
“Fish oil supplements may work slightly better than a popular cholesterol-reducing drug to help patients with chronic heart failure, according to new research released Sunday.”
Plant-derived Omega-3s May Aid In Bone Health More and more findings about the benefits of Omega-3 oils. Stay away from the Omega-6 oils and load up on the Omega-3s. One day I am going to list all the information I have about Omega-3s on a post. This is so you can see how important these oils are. I see the key to health as Vitamin D3, Omega-3 oils and olive oil. All other nutritional items build on this foundation.
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Cell Phones Cause Sleepless Nights More evidence of the possible dangers using the cellphone. Remember it gives off microwave radiation. From the article:
“Can’t sleep, or you’re not sleeping well? A joint U.S./Swedish study says your cell phone’s the culprit. Scientists from Wayne State University in Michigan and from two Swedish universities say cell phone radiation hinders the ability to enter the deep stages of sleep.”
Avoid Heart Disease By Brushing Teeth Healthy gums are one of the keys to good health. Diseased gums leech bacteria directly into the blood stream. The can cause an infection in the vascular system which leads to heart attacks and other problems. Please take care of your teeth and gums. If you have gum disease, baking soda soaked in peroxide work real well for healing. Peroxide is not to be swallowed.
More U.S. Drinking Water Affected by Drugs It is best that everyone use a water filter. You have no idea what is in the water you are drinking. Invest the money in a good filter that takes out bacteria and chemicals.
Remember, you alone are responsible for your health: Act now!
Thought you would be interested in this short omega-3 video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIgNpsbvcVM