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By New Vitality Editorial TeamApr 22, 20091 topic

Be Proactive About Your Heart Health

Your heart works hard to continuously pump blood, non-stop, to other parts of the body. Incredibly, it pumps 2000 gallons a day and beats about 100,000 beats a day! This rhythmic pumping ensures the circulation of a fresh supply of oxygen-rich blood to all organs, tissues and cells of the body.nnYour heart is your lifeline, and heart health should be a priority. Certain lifestyle choices we make can have consequences for our hearts, which can also affect the functions of othe

Primary topic: Health Education

Health Education

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamFeb 2, 20091 topic

Nutritional Supplements: Common Nutrients and How They Work in Your Body

Common sense tells us we need good nutrition to live healthy. Obviously. And yet, in spite of this good common sense we possess, we are often guilty of mismanaging our diet. It happens all the time. Our grandmothers have rightly hit upon the answer. Simply put: Our eyes are bigger than our stomachs! Just looking at a luscious piece of chocolate cake can cause us to kiss common sense good-bye.nnThere are many nutrients being talked about today besides the basic food groups tha

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamJan 27, 20091 topic

Herbal Supplements: A Perfect Blend of Tradition and Science

Today, a growing consumer population enjoys using herbal supplements for proactive health care. Herbal supplements are used by men and women to support optimal well-being. Herbal supplements are also the first preference of an aging population who use supplements to enhance their quality of life and remain active and independent.nn A Brief History of Herbs nSince the dawn of civilization, herbs have been used to treat all sorts of illnesses. Herbs were passed down from genera

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamJan 27, 20091 topic

Vitamin Supplements: Synthetic or Natural?

Most people claim there is no difference between synthetically derived vitamins and ones derived from natural sources. In fact, synthetic vitamins are cheaper which makes them the preferred choice of those who take vitamin supplements daily. Synthetic vitamins are cheaper because they are derived from more readily available sources. The manufacturing of natural vitamins is much more expensive as it involves more careful techniques, like cold processing, which preserve the bio

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamOct 8, 20081 topic

Chocolate Tea: Sharing a Cup of Happiness and Health

Remember family dinners that ended with hot cups of cocoa shared around a warm fireplace, cozily sitting next to familiar friends and family? Or remember the times at your grandma’s house and she’d give you a cup of hot cocoa followed by your favorite bedtime story? A cup of cocoa brings back special memories. Special times shared with good company. A cup of cocoa? You’ll agree it’s like coming home to a wealth of happiness.nn Good Nutrition nWe all kn

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamOct 8, 20081 topic

Health Supplements: Getting A Head Start On Health

Good health begins early in life. Good nutrition during childhood and adolescence is essential for healthy growth and development of strong bones, healthy teeth, good skin, proper development of various organs and building up the immune system. It also enhances productivity and increases our ability to learn.nnTherefore, one of the most important gifts you can give your children is inculcating good dietary habits. This is important as statistics show that children who consume

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamOct 8, 20081 topic

Health Supplements vs. Pharmaceuticals

Medicine—whether in the form of health supplements or pharmaceuticals—is big business indeed. With profit margins that are nearly four times the average of any other business, the pharmaceutical industry enjoys a top position being amongst the most profitable businesses in the world.nnThe nutraceutical industry is not far behind offering stiff competition to pharmaceutical counterparts. Research is booming and science-based studies have given successful impetus to

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamOct 1, 20081 topic

Health Supplements: How To Ensure You Are Getting A Quality Product

Reading between the lines of many health supplement labels is this cave at:n WARNING: This label may be isleading the public. Supplement facts represented on this label may be inaccurate or other valuable information withheld in order for this product to attract more selling value.nnLabels in the health supplement industry are often misleading. The FDA has limited oversight on health supplements. High profits in this lucrative industry has attracted all kinds of manufacturers

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamOct 1, 20081 topic

How About Some Green Tea For Dessert?

More than 5000 years ago ancient sages in the Far East began concocting a brew from the tender leaves of the tea plant (camellia sinensis) which they began to believe gave them strength, vigor and countless benefits to their health including the power to live long. No one knows where they received such mystical knowledge, but thus began the ritual of green tea drinking in the Far East. Till today, this ritual is practiced in the East and has become a wise tradition.nnCenturie

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamOct 1, 20081 topic

New Vitality Health Supplements - Helping People Live Longer And Look Better!

The health supplement industry has undergone rapid growth in the last 50 years. Research and development continually bring forth new breakthroughs in botanical nutrients and their beneficial effect on our health. Today there is an increasing variety of products specifically formulated for different demographics, genders, age-related products, special health concerns, weight loss, and body building. Consumers are now more aware than ever about the value of nutrition in their d

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamAug 21, 20081 topic

Iodine And Prostate Health

Iodine is an element in nature, found more common in the ocean than on land. It is an essential component of the thyroid hormones that are involved in the regulation of various enzymes and metabolic processes. Thyroid hormones regulate many key biochemical reactions, especially protein synthesis and enzymatic activity. Iodine is a key nutrient required to produce sufficient amounts of hormones. nnUnder normal circumstances, your body contains approximately 20 to 30 mg of iodi

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamJul 23, 20081 topic

Zinc and Prostate Health

The importance of the trace mineral, zinc has been well documented for its role in supporting prostate health. The normal human prostate accumulates the highest level of zinc of any soft tissue in the body. Zinc is vital for prostate functions and male hormone activity. Hence, zinc is often referred to as “The Male Mineral”.nnStudies have shown that Prostate health functions are highly dependent on the adequate availability of zinc. Zinc is required for the produc

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamJul 23, 20081 topic

Vitamin D And Prostate Health

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in very few foods. It is also produced by the body and activated after exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun. nVitamin D is vital to bone development and strength1. It also helps to keep teeth and gums healthy, especially in older adults. Studies show that inflammatory gum disease occurs much less frequently in people older than 50 who have adequate Vitamin D intake. 2nAnd as cited in a study published in Ameri

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamJul 23, 20081 topic

Vanadium And Prostate Health

Vanadium is a trace element which in its natural form is very colorful. It is a micromineral (a mineral needed in very tiny amounts) for human nutrition and is mainly stored in fat and bone.nStudies on vanadium consistently suggest that vanadium may act as a co-factor for enzymes involved in blood sugar metabolism, lipid and cholesterol metabolism, bone and tooth development, fertility, thyroid function, hormone production and neurotransmitter metabolism.nnSupportive Health f

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamJul 23, 20081 topic

Silicon And Prostate Health

Silicon is an essential trace mineral. The human body contains approximately 7 grams of silicon, which is present in various tissues and body fluids. The highest concentrations of silicon are found in tissues in the aorta, trachea, tendons, bones and skin. As we age, silicon levels in the body decrease.nnSilicon is required by the body for stronger bones, healthy skin and more flexible joints. Silicon has many uses: 1-4nn• Silicon helps maintain bone density and strengt

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamJul 23, 20081 topic

Selenium And Prostate Health

Selenium is a powerful antioxidant which researchers have found to be particularly effective in supporting healthy prostate functioning. It is an essential trace mineral that functions largely in the form of proteins, called selenoproteins, which act as enzymes. The antioxidant properties of selenoproteins assist the body in preventing cellular damage from free radicals. nnBecause it is a powerful antioxidant, selenium is thought to support the immune system, which is the bod

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamMay 28, 20081 topic

Organic Superfood

âSuperfoodâ is a term coined to define foods rich in phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are certain organic components of plants, thought to promote human health. Fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts and teas are rich sources of phytonutrients.nnCommon phytonutrients include carotenoids, coumarins, flavonoids, indoles, lignans, isoflavones (including genistein and daidzen) organosulfurs and phytosterols.nnPhytonutrients are usually related to the color of fruits and vege

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamApr 28, 20081 topic

Five Great Way To Use Green Tea Drops

Green tea was first cultivated in China about 5,000 years ago. Because of its history, drinking tea is usually associated with the mystical Far East! Ancient sages knew about the potent health benefits of tea and integrated drinking tea as part of their rituals and ceremonies.nnDrinking Green Tea has become more popular in America because recent research is helping to confirm Green Tea’s potential positive affects on our health. Our diet and lifestyle, the convenience o

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamApr 28, 20081 topic

Green Tea Extract - The Health Benefits

Tea is made from the dried leaves of a shrub called Camellia sinensis. Historically, India, China, Japan, and Thailand have been drinking its brew for thousands of years. Because ancient sages realized the health benefits of green tea, it became part of their rituals and ceremonies. Tea drinking is inculcated in the culture of most Asian countries. India and China were the first cultivators of tea and still are today, the largest producers of tea.nn Chemical Composition of Gr

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamApr 28, 20081 topic

Supplements That Support Prostate Health.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates 25% of the reported cases of prostate cancer will occur in the United States in 2008. This is good reason for American men to become more aware of common prostrate disorders and how they can keep good prostrate health to possibly avoid these disorders.nn Prostate Glands and their Function nThe prostate gland is located just below a male's bladder and surrounds the top portion of the tube that drains urine from the bladder (urethra).

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamApr 28, 20081 topic

Prostate Enlargement - Staying Ahead Of The Curve

What are prostate glands? nThe prostate is a walnut-sized gland that forms part of the male reproductive system. The prostate gland is located just below a male's bladder and surrounds the top portion of the tube that drains urine from the bladder The gland is made of two lobes, or regions, enclosed by an outer layer of tissue. The gland's primary function is to produce most of the fluids in semen, the fluid that nourishes and transports sperm.nn What are common prostate prob

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamApr 15, 20081 topic

Antioxidants And Cardiovascular Disorders

Major Cardiovascular Disorders: nThe United States Government noted in their Report on Chronic Disease Overview (1999) that cardiovascular disorders alone caused 30% of all deaths in America. This is startling information!nThe American Heart Association states that America’s number one killer is heart disease. Some of the major cardiovascular disorders prevalent in America are Cardiogenic shock, Congenital heart disease, Coronary artery disease (CAD), Heart attack, Hear

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamMar 27, 20081 topic

The Anti-Aging Role Of Antioxidants

nThe scientifically respected free radical theory of aging has taken on increased significance. This new movement has been largely driven by exciting new studies that point to oxygen free radicals as a prime causative factor in an ever-expanding range of health issues including heart disease, cancer, allergies, macular degeneration, and arthritis. In fact, it is generally agreed that oxidative damage to DNA may be the major underlying cause of essentially all degenerative dis

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By New Vitality Editorial TeamMar 27, 20081 topic

The Human Body Is Nature's Most Supreme Achievement

nThroughout life, the body constantly changes. But what never changes is the need for proper nutrition. Whether you’re a man or women; a teenager, young adult, middle-aged or senior citizen; nutritional researchers agree that proper nutrition may be the easiest way to reduce the risk of many health issues.nEvery second, millions of cells in the body die and millions of new cells are created. Obviously, it is critical that the tissues and organs be supported with the lif

Primary topic: Nutrition

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