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Lifelong Health Begins In Childhood

Topic: Health EducationFeaturing Joyce JacobsenPublished October 5, 2008

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Lifelong Health Begins in Childhood. Making healthy lifestyle choices for our children is essential for long-term optimal health and learning.

Are our kids eating right??

Most children do not meet all dietary recommendations and no longer get enough vitamins, minerals & essential fatty acids in their diets. Children eat too much fat, sugar, processed and fried foods that are nutritionally empty and can be addictive.

Did you know?

Chronic degenerative diseases are not diseases of old age, they originate in childhoodn· Our children are developing Type 2 diabetes (adult onset diabetes).n· A lack of Essential Fatty Acids has been linked to mental deficiencies, ADHD and other learning & behavioral problems.n· Cancer has become the leading cause of death in children.n· Asthma rates have increased. · Osteoporosis is linked to poor nutrition in the early years.

What can we do to protect our children?

Nutritious food, that includes generous amounts of organic fruits and vegetables, exercise and hydration are imperative but in today’s environment is that enough?? The simple answer is: No

Children now have to cope with life in a toxic world. Even if they were eating a perfect diet they can no longer get what they need for optimum health from food alone. Their need for essential nutrients is greater than ever before and higher levels of these nutrients are necessary to combat oxidative stress caused by the free radicals in our foods and environment.

Prevention is the Key!

Numerous clinical studies reveal that children who take nutritional supplements show a significant increase in academic intelligence and had fewer behavioral problems.
By including a high quality nutritional supplement formulated especially for children we can:n· Nutrient their bodies now for optimal development and long term healthn· Nutrient their brain for optimal learning and behaviorn· Build a strong immune system · Feel confident that our children are getting the essential nutrients & health protection they need (alongside a healthy diet & lifestyle)

For Supplements to be effective you need:
* A high quality product (look for a Potency guarantee on the label)
* Balanced formulations that are manufactured to pharmaceutical standardsn(so you have a guarantee that what’s on the label is what you get).
* Bio-available products that is able to be fully utilized by the body cellsn* Disintegration guaranteed (liquid in the stomach in 30 mins)

Research Scientist, Lyle MacWilliam has written a” Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements” (Over 1500 supplements scientifically analyzed). Well worth a read if you need clarification on the most effective supplement to use. USANA is #1 Nutritional Supplement in study of over 1500!

Want more information??

Dr Christine Wood, practicing pediatrician has very useful and down to earth information on child nutrition. Read Dr. Woods latest book “How to Get Kids to Eat Great and Love it”.

Dr Ray Strand outlines the value of nutritional medicine - Bionutriton.

Dr Gerald Lewis, an Auckland Cardiologist who has researched the need for effective supplementation believes that:

“If we properly nutrient the next generation it will almost eliminate the chronic degenerative diseases which have exploded in our parent’s generation and ours.”
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Joyce Jacobsen writes professional articles focused on providing you with relevant information to help you succeed in your business, your life and your pocketbook. Joyce also shares tips with her readers on making money online by promoting your business with little effort on autopilot. Her decade of experience in network marketing will help you get off to a great start.

Visit Joyce on her blog: http://joycejacobsen.com/blog or http://tips.sponsordaddy.net

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About the Author

I am just a country gal...love the outdoors, camping, fishing, traveling, use to do a lot of snowmobiling, but it hurts more now when you fall. I have 13 adorable grandchildren and love to attend as many of their activities as time permits. God, family and friends mean the most to me. I love networking; making new friends and helping people keep an open mind to see the benefits everyone gains when they help each other Pay It Forward! Blessings to you and yours. Joyce Jacobsen joycejacobsen.com/blog tips.sponsordaddy.net

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