All Posts in ‘Bone Health’

Apr
4
2012

Preferred Nutrition – Vitamin K2 (MK-7 from Natto Bean) Strong Bones, Healthy Heart!!

Categories: Bone Health, FLYER SALE!, Heart Health, Osteoporosis, Savings At Alive!, Womans Health

BEAT Osteoporosis with Vitamin K2, before Osteoporosis comes along and beats you.  Osteoporosis can be quite debilitating and anyone who is living with this will tell you… prevention is key!  Take the time to know what supplements are safe and in turn will be your friend. 

Right now is our Spring into Action flyer and Preferred Nutrition Vitamin K2 is in the flyer.  Below is the write up that is in the flyer.

Preferred Nutrition – Vitamin K2 (MK-7 from Natto Bean) Strong Bones, Healthy Heart!!

Many women think, “I take a calcium so I am covered.” Ladies think again… research shows K2 helps guide calcium towards the areas of the body where it is needed, such as your skeleton and bones, and away from areas where it could have a negative effect, such as the arteries and cardiovascular system. K2 is a group of fat-soluble vitamins long known for their role in blood clotting and for reduction of heavy bleeding during menstruation, bruising and nosebleeds. Clinical studies show that K2 deficiency in bone and in blood vessels exists in many healthy adults. K2 was once found in Green leafy vegetables, however, many foods considered rich in K2 have proven to have much less than originally thought. Don’t wait to break a bone take Preferred Nutrition’s Vitamin K2 (MK-7 form) as it is Highly absorbable and will help: promote cardiovascular health, healthy bones, is ideal for osteoporosis concerns and boosts the immune system!!

K2 shrink with FREE D3, 1000IU 180′s

As always, we hope that you will come and visit us at either Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus. Do not sit in silence; there are so many things you can do to better your health! Get excited and take charge of your health. Let’s work together, along with your doctor to ensure you are doing all you can to lead a happy and healthy life. Our team looks forward to helping you with what ever your health concerns are.

Also, if there is not a location near you, we do MAIL ORDERS call us toll free at 1 866 499 9546

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May
6
2011

Naka Brand Silicea: For Beautiful Strong Hair Skin Nails and Bones!

Categories: Bone Health, Digestive Health, Enzymes, Hair Loss, Nails Brittle, Womans Health

Many of us especially women are always complaining about one of the following: hair, skin, nails or weak bones (osteoporosis). 

Naka Brand Silicea gel is amazing for strengthening your nails.  If you always have had ripples in your nails or if they are very thin and break all the time, this is a sure sign of a silicea deficiency.  If your hair just won’t grow and it is falling out or it is thin with no life, definitely include silicea in your vitamin regime every day!  When it comes to hair there are many components.  Protein is very important and if you are vegetarian you may want to consider vegan protein sources such as Pumpkin Seed Protein by Omega Nutrition. Or Sequel Naturals has an excellent Vegan protein meal replacement as well.  Hair is complicated to fix in that there is not always one easy solution.  Often times it is a mineral problem, protein protein, and basically nutrient absorption problem.  That is why it is also important for people to take digestive enzymes when nutrients are not getting absorbed properly.  A great brand for digestive enzymes would be: Renew Life!

Naka has a fantastic news article on their Silicea.  Hope you enjoy the read.  It is very detailed and an interesting read! 

As always thank you for reading and if you have any more questions we look forward to helping you at a location near you!!  We have been carrying the NAKA Silicea Gel for years now and our team has experienced wonderful benefits at Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus.  Also, our customers only have wonderful experiences to tell us.  The only thing is people often say it sure has a minerally taste wow! Its not awful, but to be honest it doesn’t taste delicious.  However you can dilute it in water, or mix it with a flavoured drink.  Personally I just take it straight up 1 tablespoon and you are good to go, its not that bad.  So give Naka Silicea gel a try if you are tired of brittle nails, thin hair, weak bones, and

We do mail orders as well, you can call toll free at 1866-499-9546.

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Dec
9
2010

Vitamin D

Categories: Bone Health, Cancer, Depression, Diabetes, Immune System, Osteoporosis, Sleep, Womans Health

We all have heard a lot about Vitamin D and how important it is to have adequate amounts especially during the winter.  This article is a reminder to take your Vitamin D this winter.  Most of you know about Vitamin D, but sometimes it sits on the counter and we forget to take it.  Below will remind you of the reasons you shouldn’t forget.

Research states that Vitamin D deficiency in adults can lead to osteopenia, osteoporosis, depressed moods, sleeping problems, muscle weakness, fractures, cancers, autoimmune diseases, and cardiovascular diseases. There is also some evidence that Vitamin D may reduce several types of cancer and type-1 diabetes.  Many of us especially women walk around with tiny little fractures and silcea is a mineral that is very important to combat against osteopenia (the precursor of osteoporosis) but Vitamin D also plays a vital role in preventing fractures.  Vitamin D helps absorb your calcium so it is not not just sitting there doing nothing.  Reality is calcium is useless if it doesn’t get absorbed so make sure you take a good form of calcium, such as a calcium citrate with Vitamin D and magnesium.  Keep in mind there are even better calciums such as Coral Calcium and if you are older, already have osteoporosis, or there is osteoporosis in your family the AOR Brand Bone Basics is top notch.  At Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus we can take the time to explain all the differences and we can find you what suites your needs based on gender, age, family history etc.   

So how much Vitamin D should you take?

There are many answers.  The recommended daily value still remains at 1000iu for adults.  Then there are other factors such as: age, your current health condition (for example if you have osteoporosis), and where you live.  Basically at the moment somewhere between 1000iu and 2000iu is good.  However, there are many studies where people have reversed osteoporosis with very high levels of vitamin D, and if you wish to do this see your doctor or your naturopath.   Another point about Vitamin D is many people say  “the sun gives you Vitamin D.” Remember that your body produces the Vitamin D, but when the sun is absent, your body cannot produce it. 

Good Brands?

There are many: Natural Factors, AOR Drops, Sisu Sublingual, those are some suggestions.

So keep things simple this winter, elevate your mood and keep yourself healthy by remembering to take your Vitamin D.  Vitamin D3 is what you will be looking for in the health store.  As always we look forward to helping you with your health care needs at Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus! Take care and thanks for reading.

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Oct
27
2010

AOR Bone Basics: Bone Building Formula!

Categories: Bone Health

Its time to Beat Osteoporosis with more than just calcium magnesium and vitamin D.  Taking a cal/mag is a great way to prevent osteoporosis, but when you are at the point where you have waited too long, and osteoporosis is staring at you in the face, there are natural ways that can help you.  At this stage the trick is the type of calcium you use.  The calcium Microcrystalline calcium hydroxyapatite compound (MCHC) a lyophilized extract of bovine bone, which retains the intact microcrystalline structure of whole bone. The MCHC in Bone Basics is derived from Australian pasture-fed, free-range livestock not subjected to routine antibiotics or rBGH. Guaranteed free of bovine spongiform encephalopathy.

Many people are afraid of Osteoporosis, but with Bone Basics the pressure can be lifted somewhat.  The key is consistency when using a product like this.  You also must stick to the dosage, which is 6 capsules a day.  This may seem like a lot, but it is safe, natural and it works.  To get the maximum benefit out of using this product, think of it as important as brushing your teeth, meaning take 3 in the morning and 3 at night.  It’s worth it when you consider that this calcium has been proven with over 30 years of clinical trials to be the best source of calcium that actually builds bone. 

The trouble with Osteo is you can’t see it.  Generally we are more concerned about wrinkles, because that is something we see as a sign of aging that is apparent everyday when we look in the mirror.  To demonstrate the importance of the Human skeleton, remember that we consist of 206 bones, and this vital structure is what holds us together.  We must not take our foundation for granted; it’s time to preserve, nurture and maintain our bone density.   

Why is AOR’s Bone Basics so special?  As mentioned above it uses MCHC which is a freeze dried extract of the bovine bone that contains the calcium that has the ability to build bone.  It also contains: phosphorous, boron, copper, magnesium, zinc, vitamin D and many more micronutrients!  Whether you are maintaining the strength of your bones, preventing bone loss, or you currently are living with Osteoporosis, Bone Basics is an amazing product that will help.

As always thank you for reading and we look forward to helping you at a location near you! Either Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus.

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Apr
21
2010

Alive Brand Coral Calcium

Categories: Alive Brand, Bone Health

 

 

 

 

 

 

Quick tips on Coral Calcium:

  • Coral Calcium is naturally ionized (natures smallest form, its 1000 times smaller than colloidal). 
  • Coral calcium becomes ionic upon contact with moisture which makes coral calcium one of the most absorbable forms of calcium.
  • Alive Brand Coral Calcium has: Magnesium Citrate, Vitamin D, HCL and 74 trace minerals!
  • Calcium and other minerals help return the body to its natural alkaline state and this helps reduce disease.
  • Coral Calcium is extremely effective in preventing Osteoporosis, and if you do have Osteo, Coral Calcium is a great choice because of its high absorbtion.

Coral Calcium has been a favourite amoung our customers for years.  Our customers love it because of its high absorbtion and great results! Alive Coral Calcium comes in a capsule form which makes it much easier to get down.  No more horse pills!  As always we look forward to helping you with  your health!  We have many different calciums to fit your needs.  See you soon!

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Nov
25
2009

Greens + For Your Bones

Categories: Bone Health, Hot products, Osteoporosis

greens_bonebuilder_491g_300px_2When people think of Greens + (Brand Genuine Health), the original Greens formula comes to mind, as well as their fish oils and multi vitamins, but the Greens + Bone Builder is sometimes overlooked.  Both the Vancouver Sun and the National Post feature interesting findings on Osteoporosis and bone health in general.  Some of the research is from the University of Toronto.  When it comes to bone health we are finding more and more that calcium, magnesium and vitamin D are a great start but there is much more we can do for our bones.

For more exciting and new information on the importance of your Greens + Bone Builder please visit http://www.nationalpost.com/story.html?id=2257204 as well as http://www.vancouversun.com/health/Greens+supplements+also+your+bones+good/2255781/story.html

Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus carries Greens + Bone Builder.  We look forward to seeing you soon!

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