In the Amazonian flood plains between Peru and Brazil lives a bushy tree – Myrciaria dubia- better known as Camu-Camu. When the fragrant , waxy white flowers fall this tree grows small purple-red colored fruit that appears similar to a cherry. Among plant experts , camu-camu is valued for its antioxidant, astringent , antiviral, anti-inflammatory , analgesic and emollient and nutritional characteristics and is also a source of phosphorus, protein , niacin, iron , thiamin riboflavin , beta-carotene, calcium , and 3 different amino acids. It’s an abundant source of flavinoids.

Those who take Camu-camu for its vitamin C have found that only one to two grams of this natural source is a superior immune system supporter than mega doses of commercial synthetic products . Camu-camu is about two to three percent Vitamin C based on the fresh weight, which is an unusually high concentration and demonstrates antioxidant food value . And, as you are probably aware, antioxidants are important when it comes to my two other favorite “antis” antiaging and anti-inflammatories .

Camu-camu is now being researched to assess its emotion balancing components . As written in the Clinician’s Handbook of Natural Healing (1998) by Gary Null, Ph.D. Camu-camu is number two relative to its potential mood balancing properties. While these connections have not been completely researched , it appears that Camu-camu might give nutritional help for your brain’s natural manufacturer of mood balancing chemicals . And , research has been released connecting vitamin C with a higher level of serotonin.

Dr Mike Adams, ( kknown as the Health Ranger) said this about Camu-Camu:
“I’ll tell you a secret about camu. Camu-camu is the highest natural source of vitamin C in the world. And it’s not just one isolated chemical (ascorbic acid), it’s the full symphony of protective antioxidants. My research on this herb , based in part of the works of Dr. James Duke, leads me to the conclusion that camu-camu crosses the blood-brain barrier and offers extraordinary protection to the nervous system. There is no question in my mind that this product can drastically reduce eye disorders, including macular degeneration, as well as protect the brain and nervous system from degenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia.”

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To say that the scientific community was shocked with the outcome is something of an understatement. It shouldn’t be. Scientists are frequently amazed by the complexity , power , and sheer number of microbes that populate our systems . We have more than 10 times more microbes than cells.

We end up with populations composed of different species, but they usually carry out the same essential chemistry that we need to be healthy . One of those tasks is breaking down complex plant molecules. We have a pathetic number of enzymes encoded in the human genome, so we must have extra microbes . In addition to helping us digest , the bacteria helps us in a variety of other ways. The bacteria in our nose , for example, make antibiotics that fight off the dangerous pathogens we sniff .

In order to co-exist with our internal flora own bacteria population , our immune system has to be able to tolerate myriad of harmless species , while attacking pathogens . Researchers are seeing that the microbiome itself guides the immune system to the proper balance. One way the immune system fights pathogens is with inflammation. Too much inflammation can be damaging , so we also have immune cells that produce inflammation-reducing signals. With their ability to contain unrestrained free radicals, antioxidant populations also support an inflammation fighting function.

Scientists are uncovering new links between our inner flora and our health. They’re also finding that many illnesses are accompanied by significant changes in the makeup of our inner ecosystems. For example people with asthma have a different population of microbes in their lungs than healthy people. Obese people also have a different set of species in their digestive tracts than people with normal weight.

Some surveys suggest that babies delivered by Caesarian section are more likely to get skin infections because they possibly lack the defensive covering of microbes from their mother’s birth canal. Caesarean sections have also been linked to an increase in asthma and allergies in children . So have the high use of antibiotics in the U.S. and other developed countries. Farm children — can pick up healthy exposure to microbes from the soil — are less prone to getting autoimmune disorders than their peers who grow up in cities.

We consistently underestimate the importance of microbes and bacteria to our health and our medical profession has been too quick to take out their pads of paper and write up prescriptions for antibiotics and synthetic drugs. Plant-based enzymes, healthy bacteria and natural support for our immune systems might be a more thoughtful route to take in the future if we want to change this trend.

Arthritis is a well known condition that describes inflammation in joints . Some, but not all, types of arthritis are the fallout from out of control inflammation. Some types of inflammatory arthritis include:rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis and tendinitis and Gouty arthritis .

While not all need to be present , the basic symptoms of inflammation are swelling, redness, pain and stiffness and a loss of function in the joint In addition to that , Inflammation might as well be connected with general “flu-like” feelings like – feeling chilled or feverishness headaches and a lack of energy lack of appetite and muscle stiffness.

Although the original discomfort caused by inflammation can seem bad enough, the extra cells and fluid – in the long term wearing down of cartilage (cushions at the end of bones) and joint lining. Inflammation can also attck organs. The type of symptoms depends on which organs are affected .

Heart Inflammation (myocarditis) may cause shortness of breath or swollen legs
Inflammation of the narrow tubes that transport oxygen to the lungs can trigger an asthma attack
Kidney inflammation (nephritis) may cause high blood pressure or kidney failure
An inflamed large intestine (colitis) may lead to cramps and diarrhea.

Pain may not be a primary symptom organ inflammation , because many organs do not include a lot of pain-sensitive nerves.

There are different treatment options for inflammatory diseases , but typically , the medical community will depend on prescription anti-inflammatories, pain medication, rest, exercise, and surgery to correct joint damage.

The objectives of treating inflammation are to:

Avoid or modify activities that aggravate pain
Ease pain with analgesics (pain-relieving medications ) and anti-inflammatory drugs
Help joint mobility and muscle strength through physical therapy
Reduce loads on the joints by using braces, splints or canes as needed

What’s absent are the preventative steps or self help steps that can basically support your body by increasing your antioxidant intake , improving your diet , cutting stress in your life and neutralizing everyday toxins – because they truly are everywhere. Antioxidants will aid your body to overcome toxins and fight inflammation.

For brown seaweed to work though, you do need to eat it, but brown seaweed supplements are available instead – like the Brown Seaweed Extract Formula available from Whole Earth Health. It’s a unique blend of Modifilan®; and Chlorella enhanced with the Amylase, Papain and Phytase enzymes to improve absorption. The brown seaweed (Modifilan®) in this product contains calcium,organic iodine, vitamins, polysaccharides and trace minerals. Chlorella contains vitamins, protein,chlorophyll and minerals and . Chlorella helps to detox the body, improves digestion, supports a functioning immune system and promotes a healthy pH level.

Also containing ingredients that help reduce liver fat, Dr Oz’s recommendation from the show is to take 500 mg a day. View the video

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Our digestive system’s job is to extract and absorb the critical nutrients contained in our food. When we eat cooked foods it means that our body needs to use enzymes from our pancreas, liver and other organs to help with our digestion and eventually this can contribute to a weakened immune response and it can slow down our metabolism.

Enzyme-deficient food sits in the upper part of your stomach putrefying instead of starting to digest . Which is what the enzymes are supposed to do. When that happens your white blood cell count increases since your immune system reacts to your undigested food as a foreign substance. Additionally , it strains our systems to provide extra digestive enzymes when it could have been making metabolic enzymes for cellular activity. If stomach acids cannot complete their job before the food moves into the small intestine, it’s possible for food particles to enter your blood system undigested!

This rotten material can cover the walls of the intestines , harming your ability to absorb needed nutrients and interfering with the ejection of toxins through the intestinal wall. In this environment, bacteria and viruses can get out of control and make you susceptible to infection, fatigue, and degenerative disease.

Very few people will ever eat a raw food diet so we’re living on enzyme deficient food, but you can supplement with digestive enzymes like enzyme Blends like Maximizer, Gamma-Zyme or Quadra-Zyme Plus from RGarden.

Arthritis is a general term that describes inflammation in joints. Some, but not all types of arthritis are the fallout from misdirected inflammation. Some types of inflammatory arthritis include:rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis and Gout .

While not all need to be present , the basic symptoms of inflammation are redness, a swollen joint that is warm to the touch, pain and stiffness in the joint and a loss of joint function. Also, inflammation might as well be associated with general “flu-like” symptoms like – feeling chilled or feverishness tiredsness and a loss of energy, headaches, stiff muscles and a loss of appetite.

While the original pain caused by inflammation can seem bad enough, the added cells and it can get much worse – in the long term wearing down of cartilage (cushions at the end of bones) and joint lining. Inflammation can also be a problem for organs. The type of symptoms depends on which organs are inflamed .

* An inflamed heart (myocarditis) may result in shortness of breath or leg swelling
* Inflammation of the narrow tubes that bring air to the lungs may set off an asthma episode
* Inflamed Kidneys (nephritis) may lead to high blood pressure or kidney failure
* Inflammation of the large intestine (colitis) might lead to cramps and diarrhea.

Pain may not be a primary symptom of the inflammatory disease, since many organs do not have a lot of pain-sensitive nerves.

There are several treatment alternatives for inflammatory diseases, but as a rule, the medical community will rely on prescription anti-inflammatories, pain medication, rest, exercise and surgery to correct joint damage.

The goals of treatment are to:

* Avoid or modify activities that aggravate pain
* Relieve pain with analgesics (pain-relieving medications ) and anti-inflammatory medications
* Maintain joint movement and muscle strength through physical therapy
* Decrease stress on the joints by using braces, splints or canes as necessary

What’s absent are any preventative steps or treatment courses designed to basically help your body by increasing your antioxidant levels , making dietary improvements , reducing stress in your life and neutralizing everyday toxins – because they truly are everywhere. Antioxidants will help your body to fight toxins and inflammation. Importantly, when you increase your glutathione – the master antioxidant (which your body actually makes itself), you will fight inflammation from free radical damage in every organ of your body.

That’s why the new H’Urban Garden self watering kitchen garden is such a fabulous idea. With and abundant 18 gallon reservoir and the ongoing replenishment of nutrients, you can grow anything from tomatoes to basil and get outstanding results. And it’s all because your kitchen garden will grow without any stress to your plants or to you. Self watering – now that’s what you need.

Most of the greens you’ll grow – from spinach to lettuces to basil are all what are short season annuals. This means they are ‘wired’ to sprout, put on an abundance of green growth (that’s what we’re eating) flower, set seed and die, all in one year. It’s the job that nature gave them to set those seeds and if your plants are allowed to wilt dangerously from a lack of water, their biological clock is kicked into high gear and they’re quickly leave the stage of green growth prematurely and “bolt” to seed.

To learn more about growing a lush and delicious crop of vegetables and herbs using the self watering, self feeding H’Urban Garden System check out the site at www.hurbangarden.com

A study published recently from Oregon State University identifies to some of the more obscure benefits of Vitamin D. It’s the presence of Vitamin D that allows the immune system to “turn on” in response to microbial attacks. Actually, vitamin D is a type of hormone circulating in your blood and it’s abundantly produced as a result of exposure to the sun.

Vitamin D also aids in the prevention of an over reaction by the adaptive immune response and therefore reduces the potential for inflammation. For someone suffering from the flu, this inflammation could show up as something as dangerous as bacterial pneumonia, an infection of the lungs.

Research has shown that Vitamin D can benefit your immune system and help prevent influenza, but no one is getting that news out to people. Instead the health system is pushing flu shots, mass produced by the pharmaceutical industry. Sadly, it’s no surprise that they would much rather buy chemical injections, than educate people about what our bodies are perfectly created to do, naturally!

In addition to powering up our immune system’s ability to respond to pathogens, Vitamin D is already recognized for its ability to address types of seasonal depression, strengthen kidney function and support people with diabetes. I personally find its ability to counter-balance our immune response that creates inflammation to be particularly interesting – much like the role that anti-oxidants like glutathione play in combating inflammation and contributing to pain relief.

The human body is a fabulous, if somewhat abused machine. We have more brilliant little bells and whistles built into us than an iPhone. Unfortunately, it takes a lot of work to cut through the popular propaganda that shows that our only road to good health is drugs, drugs and more drugs (followed by surgery if that doesn’t work)

Consider the benefits of a few minutes of real sunshine to boost your own vitamin D levels and kick your immune responses up a notch or two before you slather on the SPF skincare products every time you decide to step outside. If you’re not comfortable with that idea any more (which is really a shame) then look to other sources of Vitamin D like marine omega-3 oils and high quality Vitamin D supplements.

Like glutathione, our body can produce its own Vitamin D, but when we don’t have the sunshine that acts as a Vitamin D precursor we can take supplements like Vitamin D from R-Garden.