All Posts in ‘Diabetes’

Mar
26
2012

Dr. Oz Talks About Alpha Lipoic Acid Helps to Prevent Diabetes on Monday March 26th

Categories: Anti-Ageing, Antioxidants, Blood Sugar, Diabetes

Do  you suffer from nasty sugar cravings? Do you often crash after you eat your lunch or feel like you are dragging yourself through the afternoon?  Many of us are struggling just to get through the day all because of the vicious cycle of sugar! At Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus, we have been recommending the potent antioxidant Alpha Lipoic Acid for healthy skin, fighting free radicals and other health benefits.  Today Dr. Oz has talked about Alpha Lipoic Acid again and is recommending it to  help balance blood sugar.  Alpha Lipoic Acid is often deemed to be the near perfect antioxidant as it is both fat soluble and water soluble thus able to pass through any cell protecting us from free radicals.

One of the most important ways of beating diabetes is to know your numbers.  Dr. Oz wants North Americans to take charge of their health and being informed is the first step.

Once you know your numbers of course diet and exercise are always key to all health goals, but then there are additional things you can do to improve your blood sugar such as taking Alpha Lipoic Acid, Cinnamon Extract or PGX.  Dr. Oz discussed today that Alpha Lipoic Acid helps lower your blood sugar; he recommends to take 300mg per day and then increase to 500mg.

What is Alpha Lipoic Acid?

Alpha Lipoic Acid is one of the fatty acids that is produced in our cells.  It is also found in some foods such as spinach.  We are always in shortage of this wonderful antioxidant and therefore it is important to supplement with it.

Dr Oz also recommends Phase 2 White Kedney Bean Extract.  He said: “Take White Bean Extract: Often times, when you’re stressed out you reach for carbs that increase weight gain. The supplement white bean extract inhibits the enzyme alpha-amylase, which blocks the absorption of carbs and reduces your chance of developing excess belly fat. You can start out by taking 500mg of white bean extract each day before a big meal and then increase it up to twice daily.”

Benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid:

  • Works together with other antioxidants to work more efficiently such as Vitamin C and Vitamin E
  • Anti-Ageing
  • Helps ease degenerative diseases
  • Protects cells from free radicals
  • Used in treatment of liver disease
  • Converts glucose into energy

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, 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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Apr
30
2011

Dr Oz Recommends: White Kidney Bean as your Carb Blocker (Phase 2)

Categories: Alive Brand, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Hot products, Supplements, Weight Loss

Alive Brand Phase 2 Starch Neutralizer! White Kidney Bean

Are you trying to lose weight, but instead find yourself losing the battle against carbohydrates?  Carbohydrates are loved by many of us especially in North America!  We love pizza’s, breads, pasta’s, potatoes and pretty much anything starchy!  It is almost impossible for someone to cut them out completely because life has to be somewhat enjoyable and let’s face it, a freshly baked Italian loaf of bread with some butter on it is to die for.  There is a healthy way to sneak some of your favourite meals in, such as a beautiful pasta dinner without feeling guilty.  Dr. Oz has been talking about the miracle’s of the White Kidney Bean recently and this is the same thing as Phase 2.  Phase 2 is the trademark name for the White Kidney Bean and essentially it is a starch neutralizer.  Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus have been helping people manage their weight with the safe and effective Phase 2 for years!  We have many testimonials, many success stories and a lot of happy campers because they have been able to find that balance.

 

 

Main Points/Benefits of Phase 2:

  • Starch makes up most of the diet 25-33% in most cases and taking Phase 2 will neutralize 375-495 calories a day even if you do not make any other changes to your diet or physical activity (however, we always recommend a balance in life, always find something active to do that you will enjoy)
  • When you neutralize 375-495 calories a day that is enough to lose a pound every 7 to 9 days!  That is without changing anything!  Imagine if you through in some exercise!
  • Phase 2 will not help you against sugars in cakes or cookies (basically sweets).  Phase 2 will only neutralize the starches, this is important to note.  If you also have trouble with sweets and you are on the verge of becoming diabetic or you are diabetic you may want to consider PGX or Go 4 Trim which has the Konjac Root fibre  will help you with those sugar craving.  Dr. Oz also speaks very highly of Glucomannan (Konjac Root).  For more information on Go 4 Trim and PGX come in and see us at a location near you.  I have also written a previous article on Go 4 Trim.
  • Phase 2 contains NO stimulants, it is safe, effective and INSTANT!
  • Many Asians find Phase 2 helpful!  If you love noodles, dumplings and other starchy Dim Sum foods this is a must for you!

What is Phase 2? And HOW does it Work?

Phase 2 contains (Phaseolamin 2250) this is an exclusive all natural compound extracted from a portion of the white kidney bean.  Through numerous studies, Phase 2 has been found effective in neutralizing carbohydrates safely!  Therefore, Phase 2 prevents starch from being converted into sugar and eventually into fat!  When Phase 2 is consumed before a starchy meal, it later excretes a solid waste of starch (carbohydrates)!  Phase 2 works by binding itself to the enzyme Amylase which is produced by the pancreas and thus does not convert starch into sugar.  Diabetics may also benefit from Phase 2.  This makes sense because diabetics have trouble controlling their sugar and insulin.  When taking Phase 2 starch will not convert into sugar and then a diabetic doesn’t need extra insulin to deal with the starch. 

Why Does Eating STARCH (Carbohydrates) make us gain weight?

After we eat starch an enzyme called Amylase converts starch into simple sugar.  If we have a fast metabolism or we are engaged in enough physical activity/exercise some of these sugars will burn, otherwise it is stored as fat in your body.  Everyone is always worried about consuming too much fat, but many people still are not aware that you must watch your starch intake!  They sneak up on you.  Just remember, if you are sitting all day at work and you consume 2500 hundred calories throughout the day with most of it being carbs, you will be gaining weight if there is no exercise to burn off those calories you are not using.  Phase 2 will neutralize 75% of those,  then you need some to give you energy and lastly with a little bit of exercise you will take care of the rest! 

As always we thank you for reading!  We hope you enjoyed the article.  While supplements are here to help you, remember that making healthy changes to your diet as well as incorporating physical activity into your life are always a good habit to get into.  No matter what, you are what you eat and do.  If you sit around too much your blood vessels and arteries will sit around too getting hard and stiff.  Weight management is tough and Phase 2 is here to help you get some results safely and effectively.  At Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus we are dedicated to helping you with your whole health; we strive to create a healthy balanced lifestyle.  We look forward to helping you with what ever your health care needs are at a location near you! 

We also are happy to do mail orders.  Call toll free at: 1866-499-9546

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Feb
25
2011

Lorna Vanderhaeghe Mag Smart: For Heart Health, Depression and Children Behavioural Problems ADHD

Categories: ADHD, Autism, Baby Health, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, Brain Health, Depression, Diabetes, Kids Health, Parents, Stress, Womans Health

Lorna Vanderhaeghe’s Mag Smart is in the form of Magnesium Bisglycinate which does not causeAvailable at: Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus! diarrhea.  Sometimes the issue with taking Magnesium in Citrate form is that when taken in higher dosages, it causes a loose stool.  For some people a loose stool is good news, but for those that need to take a higher amount of Magnesium, the Bisglycinate form is the way to go!

There is a lot of buzz about taking Vitamin D and Calcium, but Magnesium is one of the minerals that many people are deficient in.  Magnesium plays a vital role in allowing our body to function properly.  Magnesium is needed for our enzymes, for blood vessels, for nerves, for heart health, for the brain and much much more!

While Lorna’s Mag Smart is great for: depression, muscle spasms, cardiovascular health, diabetes as well as chronic fatigue, one of the most intriguing benefits is for children’s behavioural issues.  There is an epidemic going on where many parents are concerned about Autism, ADHD and even depression with their children. 

 According to Dr. Oz in 1980 Autistic children were diagnosed 1-5000 and currently Autistic children are being diagnosed at 1-110!

Unfortunately, there are not concrete answers as to what the true cause of Autism is.  The answer is not simple, there are just too many factors these days due to our complex environment.  The GOOD news is that there are things you can do that are in no way harmful to your children… like taking Fish Oil, balanced diet and Mag Smart.  Lorna says it best, here is what she has said:

Behavioural Problems
“Magnesium deficiency occurs more frequently in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) than in healthy children. Studies have shown that magnesium supplementation reduces the symptoms of ADHD in children.

In one such study, a combination of magnesium and vitamin B6 was shown to reduce symptoms such as physical aggressiveness, instability, and poor attention at school in all study participants (52 children) after 1-6 months of treatment.

Magnesium, together with vitamin B6, may also be beneficial for autistic patients. While no cure for autism is known, magnesium and B6 supplementation has led to remarkable improvement in many cases”. (Lorna Vanderhaeghe, www.hormonehelp.com)

I have seen the most attentive and dedicated parents do whatever they can for their children.  Special learning techniques, motor development classes, memory pattern routines, Fish Oil supplements among other supplements.  My heart goes out to those parents who only want the best for their children.  At Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus we truly care about this issue.  Majority of us are mothers with 20 + years experience, some of us are new mothers with all the latest information and some of us are expecting!   Where ever you are in life, we look forward to helping you with whatever your health care needs are.  Come see us at a location near you.

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Jan
13
2011

Lorna Vanderhaeghe’s Glucosmart Helping Countless People With: Blood Sugar, Belly Fat, Skin Tags and MORE!

Categories: Belly Fat, Blood Sugar, Cholesterol, Diabetes, New Products!, Savings At Alive!, Skin Care, Weight Loss, Womans Health
 

On sale in Alive, Supplements Plus, and Morning Sun Flyer until January 31st! 30 vcaps for only $55.99!! Buy 4 and get additional 5 % OFF!

Lorna Vanderhaeghe

is one of Canada’s Natural Health authorities.  Her specialties are in Hormone Balancing and Women’s Health.  She continues to innovate new quality products in order to help millions of people around the globe with their health care needs. 

One of her latest products is called Glucosmart which helps to fight:

  • belly fat
  • skin tags,
  • reduce cholesterol
  • reduce facial hair in women
  • enhance serotonin which in turn helps with blood sugar cravings and appetite control! 

Customers often come into Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun and Supplements Plus asking for that MAGIC PILL and this product is the first one that comes pretty close!

To learn more about Glucosmart, Lorna Vanderhaeghe has written an excellent article explaining the benefits, the active ingredients (Chirositol), the dosage and more!

Glucosmart Article Written By Lorna Vanderhaeghe

As always thank you all very much for reading and if you have any further questions we are happy to help you at a location near you!

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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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Nov
26
2010

go4trim Genuine Health’s NEW & Effective Weight Loss Product

Categories: Blood Sugar, Cholesterol, Colon Health, Depression, Diabetes, Hot products, New Products!

Dr. Oz has been talking a lot lately about his favourite super foods, antioxidants, and supplements in general for the year 2010.  When it comes to weight loss he is a firm believer in finding balance by maintaining a solid foundation with a good diet and regular moderate exercise.  Sometimes people can use an extra boost, and they need a healthy crutch to get them on their way.  One of D. Oz favourite weight loss ingredients for 2010 is: Glucomannan.  Many people are in search of this ingreedient and it can be found in Genuine Health’s new weight loss formula Go4Trim!

So what does glucomannan do?

  • Aids in the feeling of fullness.  Most of the population can benefit from this.  We are a society that tends to over eat, our portions get out of control and with Christmas coming around the corner glucomannan can certainly help.
  • It also helps to lower cholesterol levels the lowsy cholesterol LDL.  It does this by reducing the absorption of cholesterol in the gastrointestinal tract.
  • Also glucomannan aids in regular bowel movements!  Many people are shy to talk about it, but having a regular bowel movement preferably twice a day or at least once a day is crucial to living a healthy life.
  • The medical world is very interested in the safe ingredient.  There are already many studies showing its effectiveness with aiding weight loss, but there are more and more studies trying to demonstrate glucomannan’s positive relationship in aiding Type II diabetes, high blood pressure, among other conditions.  You can find an abundance of scholarly articles in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

What are the other safe and natural ingreedients in Genuine Health’s Go4Trim weight loss supplement?

  • Coffea canephora robusta Pierre (decaffeinated)
    Helps in weight management when taken with a healthy diet and regular exercise
    Sustainably sourced
  • 5-HTP
     Helps to promote healthy mood, it is even used to help treat depression, also aids in sleep
     Helps to relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia
     Helps to reduce the severity and can shorten the length of a migraine
  • Chromium (polynicotinate)
     Helps to maintain good health
     Provides support for balancing the blood sugar
     Helps the body to metabolize carbohydrates and fats

The Main Benefits of GO4Trim:

  1. Increases fat burning and improves the metabolism
  2. Makes you feel full and satisfied
  3. Reduces emotional eating, stopping you from using food as a coping mechanism
  4. And it balances blood sugar levels

So stop telling yourself you can’t do it.  While you may be struggling with diet and exercise alone, this product by Genuine Health is good for pretty much everyone especially when you may not be 100% sure why you have gained the weight in the first place.  Some people do not realize they have sugar cravings, some people do not realize that they are an emotional eater, and some people are all of the above and do not want to take a fist full of different supplements.  As always thank you for reading and remember you can do it!  Take charge of your weight now, don’t wait until after the holidays, enjoy yourself, but do it with balance.  Look forward to seeing you with what ever your health concerns are at either Alive Health Centre, Morning Sun or Supplements Plus.

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Jun
27
2010

Mulberry Leaf Extract by New Nordic Help Balance Blood Sugar!

Categories: Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Weight Loss

Balance Your Blood Sugar and Loose Weight Naturally

As many know, diabetes and blood sugar issues run rampant these days in our society.  While more and more people know that simple carbohydrates and sugars increase sugar spikes, we continue with our bad habits because it is just easier.  Let’s face it, it is very difficult to change the way we think and live.  It is hard to change because we are good at lying to ourselves,  it is just easier to grab what is conveniently packaged such as a chocolate bar, and sometimes we are not aware that our choices are not good for our health such as a blueberry muffin.  Many people think that muffins with fruit in them must be healthy, but most of the time they are actually filled with sugars and an empty 400 calories that will leave you hungry for more in a hour.

Not to worry, if you have struggled with blood sugar highs and lows, feeling tired, and weight gain, there is a fabulous product called by New Nordic that contains Japanese Mulberry Zuccarin;  it is completely safe and natural.  Mulberry will help you to make the right choices when grabbing a bite to eat.  When your blood sugar doesn’t crash, your body will not crave something sweet in order to get a quick fix.  When a person has a stable blood sugar, they are not irritable, and they can wait 10 minutes to make themselves a balanced, yet simple healthy snack, or meal.  It sounds crazy but many doctors and naturopaths actually refer to many people as addicted to sugar!

If this sounds like you, it is time to try Mulberry Leaf  Extract by New Nordic.  It is safe to take if you are taking other medications/prescriptions.   Not only have we had wonderful success stories by our customers at Alive Health Centre, Supplements Plus and Morning Sun, there is a wonderful true story behind Mulberry.  In a small town of Alesund in Norway (this is where this product if from), many of its residents began eating a common plant that made over 1500 people loose weight!  It all began in 2006 when a customer asked Johnny Petterson, (a local health food store owner), for some advice on how to eliminate sugar cravings.  Johnny gave his customer Mulberry Leaf extract tablets and he explained to the customer that mulberry leaves lower insulin secretion, which makes you able to burn stored fat.  The customer had great success and got the whole town talking and sharing the same success!       

Alive Health Centre, Supplements Plus and Morning Sun have been carrying this product for years.  It has been wonderful for many of our customers and I thought it was time to show more people how good it is.  If you are diabetic, or have high blood sugar and you want to prevent yourself or someone else from become Type II diabetic, its not too late to get help.  As always, thanks for reading and we look forward to seeing you soon at the location near you.

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