Caruso's Natural Health Crusader Spring 2015 by Caruso's Natural Health

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ollagen is responsible for your skin’s elasticity. A high abundance of collagen is why young skin remains taut and smooth. However, as you age collagen production becomes disrupted and your skin loses some of its natural elasticity and firmness. This can result in wrinkles and fine lines.

Frank Caruso and his scientific team have developed Caruso’s Super Collagen Builder to support the production of collagen in your body and help support the health of your hair, skin and nails. This delicious tasting formula contains a number of active ingredients including Astaxanthin, Silicon, Vitamin C, Biotin and French Marine Pine Bark. Together, these ingredients support your hair, skin and nails, helping to maintain their health and appearance. Collagen building action Caruso’s Super Collagen Builder contains Vitamin C and Silicon. Vitamin C is involved in the production of collagen and may assist in the maintenance of collagen and connective tissue. Silicon is also involved in the formation of collagen. Silicon plays a fundamental role in the crosslinking mechanism of collagen and elastin. 2

Astaxanthin supports skin Astaxanthin is a red coloured antioxidant. It helps fight free radicals, may help skin health and support the moisture content of your skin. Caruso’s Super Collagen Builder also contains another antioxidant, French Marine Pine Bark. A personal message from founder Frank Caruso

For more information, please call our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service Representatives on 1300 304 480.

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“As always I’m still closely involved in the development of my health formulas from conception to launch. From selecting the quality ingredients, reviewing the scientific evidence and the educational material. That’s why I’m happy to stand behind Caruso’s Super Collagen Builder with a 100% Money Back Guarantee*. I’m also very proud to tell you that Caruso’s Super Collagen Builder is made right here in Australia. Yours in Vibrant Health,

Frank Caruso.” Caruso’s Super Collagen Builder is available from where you picked up this magazine in a 500mL size for RRP $29.95.

*Please see website for details on my money back guarantee. Super Collagen Builder is a Trade mark of Caruso’s Natural Health. Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your Healthcare Professional.© 2015 Caruso’s Natural Health CHC70977-09/15

TO EAT

LIVE!

If you embrace the principles of natural health, you can live a long, healthy and vibrant life!

In 1979, I joined a local gym to lose weight and get fit. About 2 weeks into my training the Gym owner George, pulled me aside and said “Frank, it’s great that you are training here to lose weight and get fit but if you don’t change your diet, you are not going to live a long healthy life.”

to Grace, “Do we build a house or do we open a Health Food Store?” Grace had always wanted a new house. We discussed it and she said “Look it’s your passion, let’s open the Health Food Store and worry about the house later.” I’ve always had Grace’s support, she has been great.

Totally Natural Products to Caruso’s

With my wife Grace (1982)

I said “George, what do you mean, I eat really well.” George said, “Look Frank, do yourself a favour and buy this book, read it and I guarantee it will change your life”. I took the book home and read it from cover to cover in just three days. George was right, the book changed my life forever. I went from one day eating everything that my wife Grace put in front of me to the next day not eating anything she cooked.

Eat to live - Not live to eat I was just so inspired by what I had learnt, that I wanted to educate as many people as I could on the principles of natural health. I had never heard the saying “Prevention is better than cure”. I had never heard anyone say, “Eat to live”, where as I used to live to eat. I started purchasing every book I could get my hands on about natural health, herbal medicine, nutritional cooking, raw vegetable juices, internal cleansing, bowel health, organic gardening and anything relating to natural living. I couldn’t get enough! I couldn’t wait to tell all my friends and family, in fact that’s all I spoke about.

Quit my job to follow my passion! I said to my wife Grace “I really would like to do this full time.” I thought, why don’t I open up a Health Food Store. At the time, that’s what made me the happiest, talking to people about bowel health, and the principles of natural living. So that’s what I did. I quit my job as a motor mechanic and I opened the store on the 1st of November 1982, on my 28th birthday.

Talking to customers is what made me happy From the very first day of opening the doors, I just couldn’t keep my mouth shut. I just talked and talked and talked to every customer that came into my store. In fact I think I hold the longest record for talking to one customer, in one period. She came into the store at 9 o’clock and she left at 5 o’clock in the afternoon. I’m not kidding - my wife is a witness to that.

Me, Grace and our 2 boys (1983)

After a few years of working in the Health Food Store, I realised that there weren’t many people in the industry that were as passionate as I was on natural living. So in 1995, I decided to create my own range called Totally Natural Products.

My First Health Food Sho p (1982)

So the idea of starting the company was to originally bring out a small range of internal cleansing programs that would support digestion and take a load off the digestive system, so the body could focus on healing itself. That’s how I started. Since then, the range has expanded to over 100 products. In March 2013, I decided to change the brand name from Totally Natural Products to Caruso’s Natural Health. It’s my family name and I’m the founder of the company. I just felt that it was appropriate to go out with a brand that was under the family name because there is a good story to tell.

Love my products like I do or your money back Today, I have a passionate team that are truly dedicated in sourcing the best quality ingredients that go into our formulas. That’s why I’m happy to stand behind my products with a 100% Money Back Guarantee. The thing that still drives me today is the fact that I am still helping Australian’s live healthier lives. I am now in my 60’s and can honestly say, I feel more alert, more vibrant and have more energy today than I did 40 years ago. I’m a good example that if you embrace the principles of natural health you can live a long healthy and vibrant life. If you make time for good health you will always have enough health for a good time! Yours in vibrant health,

Me ( Today)

New house or open Health Food Store? Grace worked at the store and we had two young children at the time and a mortgage. I guess thinking about it now we took a huge risk opening a new business. I said

Frank Caruso, Founder of Caruso’s Natural Health

IN THE MEDIA:

More children at risk as ‘ food allergy generation’ comes of age: study actions has almost re ic rg le al l ta fa lly ia nt te po The hospitalisation rate forpast 13 years, a new study has found. tripled in Australia over the

nd while young children are most at risk of serious allergic reactions, hospitalisation rates are increasing in school age children as the “food allergy generation” gets older. University of Canberra researcher Raymond Mullins warned that these children – born more than a decade ago – will pose more challenges to the health system as they get older and become more at risk of fatal reactions as adults. The study found there were 6.3 cases of serious allergic reactions per 100,000 people in 1998, but by 2011 it had risen to 17.7 cases. “Food allergy is clearly a chronic problem now,” Murdoch Childrens Research Institute co-researcher Mimi Tang said. “It is an increasing burden.”

Serious food allergies make up the bulk of attacks, particularly in children, with peanuts and tree nuts being the main cause. The potentially fatal allergic reactions can cause rashes, swelling around the throat, shortness of breath, vomiting, abdominal pain and low blood pressure. The paper, published on Wednesday in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, found children younger than four had the highest hospitalisation rate for serious food allergies, with 30.3 cases per 100,000 in 2011 compared with 7.3 cases 13 years ago. But rates have surged most in the 5-14 age bracket, particularly in recent years. There were 12.1 cases per 100,000 for this age group in 2011, a more than sevenfold increase. Caitlin Louey, 16, had a serious allergic reaction to peanuts when she was three after trying a Drumstick ice-cream,

and has to carefully monitor her food to avoid eating nuts. “It was really frustrating when I was young. I couldn’t eat birthday cake and couldn’t go to some parties,” she said. “But that is just something I will have to deal with for the rest of my life until they find a cure.” Caitlin said other children at her school had similar food allergies, including one of her best friends, and it was something parents and teachers were much more aware of than they used to be. Professor Tang said the government had to address the increases in serious allergies and make sufficient resources available. “In the past allergy was not common. It wasn’t part of the curriculum in medical training so most of the general practitioners, physicians and pediatricians working today are not familiar with food allergies,” she said. “It used to be one child per school having a severe allergy – it is now one or two children per class”.

Written by: Craig Butt, Health Reporter Published: July 15, 2015 Source: http://www.smh.com.au/ act-news/more-children-at-risk-as-foodallergy-generation-comes-of-age-study20150714-gic4q1.html

y t ie x n a d il m r o s s e r t s Is getting to you? , If you are feeling stressed or mildly anxious y! why not try Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spra

eople lead very busy lives these days. Often we have to cope with tight deadlines, demands, worries and frustrations. That’s why you can sometimes experience stress and anxiety. Stress can be caused by an experience that makes you feel frustrated or nervous. Anxiety is more a sense of fear, worry or unease. MADE IN Australian made premium AUSTRALIA quality formula Targeting stress and mild anxiety, the premium quality Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray is made in Australia. It features an ingredient called Bluenesse®, which was clinically studied in Australia. You just spray this delightful tasting liquid into your mouth and swallow. It’s that easy! Are you ‘swimming’ in stress? Stress impacts on people in different ways. You may experience some stress in your life – and that is quite normal. Getting stuck in heavy traffic, relationship hiccups, running late for an appointment, public speaking, going for job interviews, money worries, moving house, a difficult boss, getting married or starting a new school or job may lead to stress. What causes anxiety? Anxiety is a feeling of apprehension or fear. It is a process whereby you become concerned about the future. Anxious feelings can occur daily or come on for no particular reason. Help take control Many people struggle with stress and mild anxiety. That’s why Frank Caruso and his passionate team of researchers developed Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray. The formula features an ingredient called ‘Bluenesse®’, an extract of the herb Melissa officinalis, which was clinically studied in Australia. This herb has been traditionally used in Europe as a mild sedative and calming agent. And it may assist with nervous tension and poor sleep.

Stress, mild anxiety and mood swings Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray may assist with stress and mild anxiety. It may increase your calmness, help in the management of mood swings and help support a calm, positive mood. It may also help relieve nervous tension and support your ability to cope with stress. May help balance your body’s stress hormones When a stressor becomes too much, your body may undergo many changes which may make life harder than normal to deal with. The levels of cortisol, the ‘stress hormone’ in your body may increase. Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray may help balance your cortisol levels. Help for your memory Melissa officinalis, which is found in Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray, has also traditionally been used to strengthen the memory. It may help increase your alertness and support your concentration and mental focus. Melissa officinalis is also traditionally used for mental fatigue. Discreet travel-sized bottle The travel-sized Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray bottle is discreet and easy to use. You can easily slip it into your bag or pocket. 100% Money Back Guarantee The quality Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray was developed by Caruso’s Natural Health, a proud Australian owned family company, founded by Frank Caruso. Frank is so passionate about helping people with their health he stands behind every one of his formulas with a 100% Money Back Guarantee. Frank’s confident because behind him is a passionate team of experts who create all of his formulations. See the Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray carton or our website for more details.

We only offer premium quality formulas At Caruso’s Natural Health we pride ourselves on always offering premium quality formulations. Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray is manufactured in Australia in line with Australian Quality Standards. Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray is now available from where you picked up this magazine in a 30ml oral spray for RRP $24.95. For more information on Caruso’s Stress & Anxiety Spray please call our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service Representatives on 1300 304 480 or visit www.carusoshealth.com.au.

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Season Spring may bring warmer weather and longer days. However it is a season which is not welcomed by everyone. For some people spring means itchy eyes, sneezing, and congestion from hay fever and other allergies. So is there anything you can do to aid hay fever and allergies during the spring season?

Hay fever is typically an acute inflammatory response to an allergen, (an allergic reaction) triggered by pollen, mould, animal dander, dust and other similar inhaled allergens. For some their allergies may be severe and require the attention of a doctor or other health care professional. For milder cases, home remedies may provide all the relief you need. Nutrients and food to add to your diet: Vitamin C Vitamin C is a known natural antihistamine and can be found in a range of citrus fruits

such as oranges, lemons and grapefruit. These fruits also contain bioflavonoids, which have powerful anti-allergy effects. The combination of vitamin C and bioflavonoids provides a natural decongestant and antihistamine for sufferers and may help alleviate symptoms of hay fever effectively. Foods high in Omega 3 Omega 3 Fatty Acids are naturally antiinflammatory. They may aid in reducing your susceptibility to allergens while improving immunity. You can find high amounts of Omega 3 in: • Sardines • Salmon • Flax seeds • Walnuts Local Honey Incorporating a teaspoon or two of locally grown honey into your diet even before the season may enhance resistance to pollen. Bees collect honey from local plants, which may contain pollen by consuming the product it aids in helping your body adjust to pollen exposure. Tea Ginger is very good as a decongestant and antihistamine. It has a direct effect on the anti-inflammatory processes of the human body, as it plays an essential role in controlling the platelet-activating factor. If you are not a fan of ginger tea, you can use chamomile or green tea as an alternative which both also have antihistamine effects.

Peppermint Tea may also be used to aid in relieving congestion. Use honey to sweeten and enjoy the benefits. Add to your daily routine: Showers Showers offer an added benefit for springtime allergy sufferers. A quick rinse after spending time outdoors can help remove allergens from your skin and hair which may aid in soothing hay fever symptoms. Aromatherapy oils Aromatherapy oils such as eucalyptus oil when used in a vaporizer can clear the air in your home and ease the symptoms of hay fever by helping to open your sinuses and nasal passages. If you don’t have a vaporizer simply add a few drops of oil to a bowl of steaming water. Don’t swallow the oil or apply it directly to your skin. Home remedies may take time to aid and prevent allergies, but if they are followed properly, one can stay healthier and enjoy spring and its benefits without suffering from allergies and the irritating symptoms that come along with them. By Adele Ghraiche BAppSc (Naturopathic Studies) PGradDip ( Naturopathy)

ARE YOU HAVING

PROBLEMS SLEEPING? Then it’s time to get a Good Night’s Sleep

p to 35% of Australians have experienced trouble sleeping at one time or another. Unfortunately, even minimal sleep loss can take a toll on your mood, emotions, energy, efficiency, and ability to handle stress. Therefore sleep is a necessity not a luxury which may help you to feel refreshed and perform up to your potential. If you suffer from nervous tension, mild anxiety, stress, irritability or restlessness; you may find it difficult to fall asleep; you may wake up in the middle of the night and then can’t get back to sleep; your mind may start racing when all you want to do is sleep. So rather than lying in bed, you should do something about it! The good news is there’s a new herbal and nutritional formula called Caruso’s Good Nights Sleep that may be just what you need. Delicious Sleep powder It has taken Frank Caruso’s scientific team hours of research to develop Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep to help you have a good night’s sleep. Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep powder is an easy to use, delicious natural vanilla cherry flavour. It contains a special blend of Magnesium, Hops, Lemon Balm, Taurine and Sour Cherry. The herbs Lemon Balm and Hops have been traditionally used to help you to fall asleep, stay asleep, and assist stress and nervous tension impacting your sleep. It also may help in relieving muscle cramps, spasms and assisting restless legs. Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep is suitable for children 12 years and over. Here’s more information about the ingredients in Caruso’s Good Nights Sleep… Hops With its calming and sedative action, Hops may assist when you are having difficulty falling asleep. In Traditional Chinese Medicine Hops is used for the relief of sleeplessness and restlessness. The herb Hops has also been used in Ayurvedic medicine for restlessness, nervous tension and as a sedative. Lemon Balm Stress is usually characterised by feelings of being overwhelmed. This may leave you

feeling under pressure, nervous or mildly anxious. So sleeping soundly is made much harder when you feel stressed. This is why we included the herb Melissa officinalis- commonly known as Lemon Balm; which may help to increase calmness in people with mild anxiety. Another benefit of Lemon Balm is that it has been traditionally used for sleep, nervous tension and mental fatigue. Melissa officinalis has also been traditionally used in herbal medicine as a sleep aid particularly in times of restlessness due to mental stress. Magnesium Stress increases your body’s need for Magnesium. Another reason why Magnesium is an important ingredient is because stress intensifies Magnesium depletion. Low Magnesium levels may also lead to agitation and mild anxiety. Plus, it helps to provide relief of muscle cramps, spasms and assists restless legs. Taurine is also included as it may help support normal muscle function. This formula also contains Sour Cherry. So if you’re having trouble switching off and falling asleep... or you’re having trouble staying asleep try Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep tonight! The Frank Caruso’s Story In 1979 Frank’s life changed forever when he read an amazing book about bowel health through natural living. Ever since Frank has dedicated his life in educating Australian’s about the benefits of healthy eating and the important role it plays in the promoting good health. Frank’s philosophy is simple – “Eat to live and don’t live to eat - Prevention is far better than cure!” Frank is now in his sixties and continues to embrace the principles of natural living and lives an active, vibrant and healthy life. A personal message from founder Frank Caruso “As always I’m still closely involved

in the development of my health formulas from conception to launch. From selecting the quality ingredients, reviewing the scientific evidence and the educational material. That’s why I’m happy to

stand behind Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep with a 100% Money Back Guarantee*. I’m also very proud to tell you that Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep is manufactured right here in Australia. Yours in Vibrant Health,

Frank Caruso.” Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep is available from where you picked up this magazine in a 75 grams oral powder size for RRP $23.95. For more information on Caruso’s Good Night’s Sleep, please call our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service Representatives on 1300 304 480 or visit www.carusoshealth.com.au.

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Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your Health Care Professional. *Please see website for details on my Money Back Guarantee.

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How is your

Memory Recall, Concentration, Alertness or Learning Capacity Working? Or are you suffering from Tinnitus? Do you experience any of these memory problems? - You forget people’s names - You sometimes wonder where you left your keys, eye glasses or your car - You forget to make phone calls or remember birthdays - You sometimes forget if you locked the door, switched off your iron or turned off the stove Or are you experiencing noise associated with Tinnitus? If you can relate to any of the above, here’s some great news. The passionate team at Caruso’s Natural Health have created a powerful, high potency formula called Memory Recall.

Formula contains eight different active ingredients Containing herbs and nutrients including Gingko biloba, Ginger, Bioflavonoids, Vitamin B6 and B12 Caruso’s Memory Recall was formulated for your memory recall, concentration and learning capacity. It was also formulated for the symptomatic relief of tinnitus. As a bonus, Caruso’s Memory Recall may help support your nervous system. For your memory, concentration and cognitive performance Keeping your mind active is essential for keeping your brain healthy and improving the way it performs. Feeding your brain with selected herbs and vitamins may also help. This is where Caruso’s Memory Recall comes in. Ginkgo biloba may help improve your memory recall and concentration. It may also: - Increase your learning capacity - Improve memory and support brain function in normal, healthy people - Assist in improving working memory and cognitive performance For Tinnitus The Gingko found in Memory Recall may provide symptomatic relief from Tinnitus. Vitamin B12 may assist with Tinnitus as well. Nervous system support Vitamins B6 and B12 in Memory Recall have been included because they may help support your nervous system. For blood circulation to your brain Your brain relies on blood flow to supply it with

nutrients and fresh oxygen so it can function properly. Not only may Ginkgo be good for your memory and cognitive function, it can act as a circulatory stimulant. This is also why Bioflavonoids have been included in Caruso’s Memory Recall. They help increase the strength of your capillaries and regulate their permeability. 100% Money Back Guarantee The quality Caruso’s Memory MADE IN Recall formula was developed AUSTRALIA by Caruso’s Natural Health, a proud Australian owned family company, founded by Frank Caruso. Frank is so passionate about helping people with their health he stands behind every one of his formulas with a 100% Money Back Guarantee. Frank’s confident because behind him is a passionate team who create all of his formulations. See the Caruso’s Memory Recall carton or our website for more details. Caruso’s Memory Recall is available from where you picked up this magazine in a 30 tablets size for RRP $27.95. It is also available in an economical 60 tablets size. For more information on Caruso’s Memory Recall please call our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service Representatives on 1300 304 480 or visit www.carusoshealth.com.au.

Memory Recall is a Trade mark of Caruso’s Natural Health.

Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your Health Care Professional. © Caruso’s Natural Health 2015

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IN THE MEDIA:

RISING UNEMPLOYMENT among young Aussies matched by increasing anxiety, depression and stress

etween 2010 and 2014, the proportion of Australian adults looking for work rose from 4.0% to 7.4%*. Over the same time frame, incidence of depression, stress and anxiety has also risen. Coincidence or connection? The latest findings from Roy Morgan Research suggest that these two trends are closely linked, especially when it comes to young job-seekers... In 2010, 9.5% of young Aussies aged 18-24 were looking for work. By the end of 2014, this figure had almost doubled to 18.9%. Similarly dramatic increases in incidence of mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and stress among this age group suggest that the pressures of job-hunting and establishing their career is taking a toll. Over the last five years, the proportion of 18-24 year-olds who reported

experiencing anxiety in an average 12 months has risen from 11.2% to 23.0%, the highest incidence of any age group and well above the national average of 16.6%. The proportion of 18-24 year-olds affected by stress has grown from 24.0% to 33.7%, while incidence of depression has increased from 11.3% to 19.4% again, consistently higher than the national averages (25.2% and 14.5% respectively). It is worth noting that the figures above are for young Australians in general, taking in those who are employed full-time and parttime, those looking for work, and students. Among 18-24 year-olds who are looking for work, the incidence of these mental health conditions is even higher. Almost 28% reported experiencing anxiety last year; 24.7% said they’d been depressed; and a whopping 41.2% were affected by stress.

Rising youth unemployment and its implications for mental health Stress: 33.7% Base: Australians aged 18-24 30%

Anxiety: 23%

24.0%

Total Looking for Work: 18.9% 11.3% 11.2%

Panic attack: 9.9%

9.5% 4.9%

“The rise of youth unemployment in Australia is a huge source of concern, and the Federal Government needs to address it before it gets any more widespread. “At this critical stage of a young person’s life and career, the failure to find a job can have serious implications on their self-esteem and general mental health. It is no coincidence that stress, anxiety, depression and even panic attacks have sky-rocketed in incidence over the past five years among 18-24 year olds as unemployment rises. “While these mental health conditions are affecting more Aussies of all ages, young Australians are being hardest hit. While 14.5% of the population were affected by depression last year, this shot up to one quarter of young job-seekers. Not only is this sad, it puts more pressure on our already stretched healthcare system.”

Depression: 19.4%

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Angela Smith, Group Account Director, Roy Morgan Research, says:

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*(NB: this equates to an unemployment rate of 10.9% of the adult workforce) Published: May 25, 2015 Source: Roy Morgan Research Graph source: Roy Morgan Single Source (Australia), January 2010 –December 2014 (n=24,420).

DISCOVER HOW:

Vitamin K2 may utilise Calcium & Vitamin D for better bone building & healthier bone support!

id you know every bone in your body is completely reformed about every 10 years? This process is regulated by Osteoblasts, cells that build up your skeleton and Osteoclasts, cells which break down your skeleton. As long as the bone building activity of Osteoblasts exceeds the destructive action of Osteoclasts, the process of maintaining healthy bone is kept under control. Osteoblasts produce a Vitamin K2 dependent protein called Osteocalcin. It needs Vitamin K2, like that found in Caruso’s Vitamin K2, to become biologically active and function properly. Once this happens, Osteocalcin binds Calcium to your bone matrix and helps build healthy bones. This makes your skeleton

stronger. Without adequate Vitamin K2 Calcium will not properly attach to your bones. There is no way around this important step in bone formation. Vitamin K2 helps maintain bone strength. It also may help support and maintain bone mineral density. Calcium belongs in your bones Caruso’s Vitamin K2 may help support and maintain strong, healthy bones. Vitamin K2 is the most biologically active form of Vitamin K2. It is the most beneficial for bone health maximisation. Vitamin K2 also helps remove Calcium from areas where it shouldn’t be, such as soft tissue and your cardiovascular system. Vitamin K2 does this by removing Calcium from your blood and moving it to your bones and teeth. This is important because if you have low Vitamin K2 levels, the Calcium in your body may collect in your blood leading to calcification of soft tissue areas. Bone building nutrients belong together The major use of Calcium in your body is in your skeleton (and teeth). You need a steady supply of Calcium to help keep up the constant repair and rebuilding of your bones. But the problem with Calcium is thinking about it in isolation. In nature, nutrients do not come in isolated packages. Calcium for example, may be better taken with Vitamin K2 and Vitamin D3. If you take a Calcium supplement, it’s important to maintain a proper balance between Calcium, Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2. Vitamin K2 and Vitamin D3 naturally complement each other.

100% Money Back Guarantee The quality Caruso’s Vitamin K2 was developed by Caruso’s Natural Health, a proud Australian owned family company, founded by Frank Caruso. Frank is so passionate about helping people with their health, he MADE IN stands behind every one of AUSTRALIA his formulas with a 100% Money Back Guarantee. Frank’s confident because behind him is a passionate team who create all of his formulations. So if you want a quality bone building formula, which helps your body better utilise Calcium and Vitamin D3, try Caruso’s Vitamin K2 today. Caruso’s Vitamin K2 is available from the store where you picked up this magazine in a 60 capsules size for RRP $24.95. For more information please call our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service Representatives on 1300 304 480.

Without adequate Vitamin K2, Calcium will not properly attach to your bones. Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your Healthcare Professional. © 2015 Caruso’s Natural Health CHC70014-07/14

Toxic

Chemicals

! E M O H r u o y n i As we look at protecting our health, we need to look not just at nutrition, diet and physical activity, but also exposure to chemicals. There are many inexpensive, easy to use natural alternatives which can be safely used in your household for cleaning.

odayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s modern home is loaded with toxic and polluting substances to make domestic life easier. The cost of these commercial, chemical products can be high and you might pay the price later with long term health concerns for you and your family.

You can really clean without chemicals

Before we get to the spring-cleaning, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check out some of the most common useful non-toxic cleaning products. Vinegar: The acidity of white vinegar effectively eliminates grease, removes growth of mould, odours, stains and wax build-up.

Essential oils are generally considered safe; however some extracts can trigger allergies so keep in mind when choosing your oils. Natural homemade recipes

All purpose cleaner: Equal parts vinegar and water. The vinegar smell dissipates as soon as it dries, but if it bothers you add a few drops of lemon juice. Put into a spray bottle and use for almost all of your cleaning. Window and mirror cleaner: Pour a quarter of a cup of vinegar in a spray bottle, and fill the rest with warm water. Add a bit of Eucalyptus oil which when rubbed on the mirrors will prevent them from fogging up.

Baking Soda: Baking Soda has the ability to remove grease and grime and it will also cleanse and deodorize your home.

Carpet deodorizer: For general cleaning on light coloured rugs, sprinkle baking soda before you vacuum. For stains, mix equal parts baking soda, salt, and white vinegar. Apply the paste to the stain and let dry, then vacuum.

Lemon: Natural lemon juice is the strongest acidic juice and the most effective against household bacteria, rust, mould, and cuts through grease and shines hard surfaces. It also smells good!

Oven cleaner: Combine three parts baking soda, one part salt, and one part water. Spread the mixture across the oven surface and let it sit for eight hours. Scrape and wipe clean.

Wood Cleaner: Combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of white vinegar and add a cup of warm water in a spray bottle, spray on to the wood and wipe with a dry cloth. Please note: Marble or stone kitchen benchtop materials require a different cleanser because the acidity of vinegar can scratch the surface. Instead, substitute rubbing alcohol or vodka. By Mapula Strachan Adv. Diploma Naturopath

Olive Oil: Olive Oil is good for cooking but also good to polish with. Essential oil: Makes a great scent to homemade cleaning products unless you want your house to smell like vinegar. 11

COMBATI NG

Childhood

OBESITY By Frank Caruso

besity in children is a major health concern for many health professionals and parents. The number of overweight children in Australia has increased dramatically in recent years. From 1985 to 1995, the number of overweight 7-15 year olds almost doubled. At the current rate, it is predicted that 65% of young Australians will be overweight or obese by 2020.*

cost of obesity for both children and adults in Australia, including health system costs, productivity and carers costs, was estimated to be around $58 billion.** Who’s to blame?

Causes of obesity in children include unhealthy food choices, lack of physical activity and unhealthy eating habits. Children are consuming far too many The increase in the number of overweight calories everyday than they can burn! children is disturbing, not only because it What’s worse, most of the food they eat is causes health problems later in life but it processed, high in fat, loaded with sugar, can also lead to social problems. Overweight contain preservatives, artificial flavours, children are more likely to be teased and colours and provide little nutritional bullied by their peers and/or develop low value. The frightening reality is, things self-esteem or body image problems. will get worse before they get better Overweight children are also more likely to unless there is dramatic change in public become overweight adults.* attitude and culture. Studies have shown that once children become obese they are more likely to stay obese into adulthood and have an increased risk of developing both short and long-term health conditions, such as Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.** Obesity, not only has significant health and social impacts, but it also has considerable economic impacts. In 2008, the total annual

Many people feed their pets better than they feed their children! When I first set out on my journey to spread the word about the benefits of nutrition, it quickly occurred to me that many people I spoke to were feeding their pets better than they were feeding their children. It may have been unintentional, but never the less from where I was standing, it was obvious.

In support of my statement I would like to share the following experience with you. When I worked in my health food store in the early eighties, I had many young mothers come into my store with a shopping trolley full of groceries. I would always start a conversation about the importance of healthy eating and the role it plays in prevention of disease. They would often say; “My family eat a balanced diet, lots of fresh fruits, grains and healthy food.” I would ask them kindly if it would be okay if I went through their shopping trolley. Surprisingly, some would say yes! I would slowly start unloading the contents of their shopping trolley onto my counter and would leave what most nutritionists would consider healthy food in their trolley; fresh fruits and vegetables, some dairy products, fresh meats and grains etc. On my counter we would end up with a huge stack of packaged processed foods, sweets and drinks, most of which were loaded with sugar, salt, fat, preservatives, artificial

colours and flavours. These included ice-cream, biscuits, soft drinks, energy drinks, flavoured dairy drinks, cream cakes, sugar candy, chocolate treats, potato chips, doughnuts, canned foods, frozen vegetables, frozen dinners and the list goes on. I would then ask my customer if they had a pet. Many would say; Yes, I have a dog! I would say: “Would you fill up your dog’s water container with soft drink?” They would say: No! I would ask: “Would you serve them pancakes with syrup for breakfast?” No! “Would you give them ice cream for dessert, chocolate for an afternoon snack or candy before bed-time?” No, of course not! I’d ask: “Why not?” Most would reply: Because it will make them sick! I’d say: “What do you think it’s doing to your kids?” Most customers would get very defensive and say; It’s in moderation! I would point to my counter and then the shopping trolley and would say, “madam, this is not moderation, this is saturation of unhealthy food.” Here’s the good news! We can help our children fight obesity by encouraging them to eat more fresh food and avoid eating junk and processed food. It’s also very important that you encourage your children to exercise daily, get them involved in a sport or an outdoor activity. Exercise is the best way to burn off those extra calories. Many health professionals agree that if children adopted healthier eating habits and exercised regularly, this would reduce the risk of them developing many health conditions later in adult life. Over the last few months I’ve been looking at ways on how to reach more people to help me on my mission and spread the word on the benefits of nutrition and the role it plays in the prevention of disease. I’ve recently started doing radio interviews detailing the alarming health statistics and the

health crisis our children and our nation are facing if we continue to ignore the facts. I’m hoping that when you read this article you will also become a health crusader and join in with me to spread the word about the benefits of healthy eating and exercise and the essential role it plays in promoting good health. That’s all I wish for! Here are some simple health tips for parents! Firstly I would like you to have a long hard look at your shopping list and start reducing the amount of unhealthy snacks and processed foods. For example potato chips, sweets, chocolate treats, processed cereals, ice creams, biscuits, energy drinks and soft drinks etc. As I said earlier, most of these foods are loaded with sugar and contain artificial flavours, colours and preservatives and provide little nutritional value. So what should we be eating or not be eating? A good start is to slowly introduce wholefoods to your diet. For example; replace white bread with wholemeal bread, white rice with brown rice, white pasta with wholemeal pasta,

potato chips and chocolate treats with raw nuts, and replace energy and cola drinks with fresh fruit and vegetable juices (not bottled juices please). Many of these foods are high in fibre, rich in vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids. Also, children need to drink at least 600mls of pure water every day. It’s very important that healthy eating habits start early Your children need good nutrition for healthy brain function, to build strong bones and to develop a healthy immune system. So the sooner you start your kids on good, nutritional foods, the better. My message is simple - EAT TO LIVE! What your children eat today is what walks and talks tomorrow!

References: * http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/ bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Obesity_ in_children?open ** http://www.abs.gov.au/AUSSTATS/abs@. nsf/Lookup/4102.0Main+Features20S ep+2009

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alking into a supermarket during winter and seeing all the summer fruits available such as strawberries may be convenient. However is the convenience of having fruits and vegetables which are not in season being available to us worth it? The best consequence of eating seasonally is that you get the best tasting, healthiest food available. While Australia produces a wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetable crops all year round, there are some products which only grow for a few months of the year. In these circumstances, growers store products in cold storage when they are out of season so Australians can purchase Australian products all year round. The reality being that much of the produce that ends up on your kitchen tables has been stored for months and travelled huge distances to get to you. When purchasing fruit and vegetables which are not in season you need to consider how the produce was manufactured, with things like; was it picked unripe, frozen and then gassed to ripen? If the ripening process of the produce is disturbed,

so is its nutrient content. Most fruits and vegetables reach their nutritional peak around the same time they should be harvested. Not only will they taste better but their nutrient content would be higher. For example the redder a red tomato is, the more beta-carotene it contains. When produce is in season locally, the relative abundance of the crop usually makes it less expensive. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever tried to buy cucumbers in winter or oranges in summer, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll know what I mean. If you purchase fruits and vegetables in season you will be surprised at the variety that you will have all year round. In spring you will find delicious fruits such as: Bananas, blood orange, grapefruit, mango, papaya and pineapple. A variety of colourful, nutritious vegetables such as artichoke, asparagus, beans, broad beans, broccoli, carrot, cauliflower, cucumber, lettuce, peas, potato, silver beet, spinach, tomatoes and zucchini. In summer you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to resist: Apricots, blackberries, blueberries, cherries, guava, mangoes, nectarine, passionfruit, pineapple, raspberries. The variety of vegetables for summer salads include asparagus, capsicum, celery, cucumber, eggplant, lettuce, radish, squash, zucchini and zucchini flower.

Autumn is the best time for: Asian greens, broccoli, brussels sprouts, beans, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, celery, cucumber, eggplant, fennel, ginger, leek, lettuce, onion, parsnip, peas, potato, pumpkin, sweet potato, turnip and mushrooms. A variety of delectable fruits such as apple, banana, custard apple, figs, grapes, guava, honeydew, kiwifruit, lime, mandarin, mango, nashi, papaya, passionfruit, peach, pear, persimmon, plum, pomegranate and quinces. We all know winter is the time for oranges, however there are other fruits available as a sweet treat: Apples, custard apple, grapefruit, kiwifruit, mandarin, nashi pear, quince, rhubarb and tangelo. Winter also has a great variety of vegetables for winter warmer meals such beetroot, broccoli, brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, celery, fennel, horseradish, Jerusalem artichoke, leek, okra, olives, onion, parsnip, peas and turnips. So when you are picking produce, next time remember that seasonal eating not only has more nutrient value but you will be supporting your local farmer too. By Adele Ghraiche BAppSc (Naturopathic Studies) PGradDip ( Naturopathy)

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healthy parents Toxins are substances that can interfere with the normal processes of the body through the interference with enzymes, blockage of cellular transport mechanisms, oxidative damage, blockage of receptors sites, mimicking hormones or neurotransmitters and blockage of nutrient absorption. A major source of toxicity for most people is their digestive system.

Food, if not digested properly can become fuel for the growth of dysbiotic organisms. These organisms produce toxic chemicals, and when they die, fragments of their cell membranes can be absorbed into the blood stream and trigger an inflammatory response. Our bodies have several mechanisms to protect against toxins, but these defence mechanisms may become impaired, often as a result of being overloaded by toxins. Benefits of detoxifying before conception: While it may seem like a new trend, cleansing has been around for many years, and it has always been used as a natural way to keep the body healthy and may be one of the most beneficial things to do by creating a healthy body in preparation for pregnancy. Ideally, both parents should try to detoxify because toxins can also impact a

future father’s sperm. Half of the DNA that makes up the embryo does not belong to you; it belongs to your partner as well. A fertility cleanse encourages the liver to cleanse the body of toxins and excess hormones. It may also support the uterus to cleanse itself of old stagnant blood and increases circulation to the uterus while tonifying the uterine system and reducing any inflammation in the body. Inflammation can occur in a subtle way in your body, whereby you are unaware of its presence, and one reason it is becoming so wide spread is because the western diet is so pro-inflammatory. Sugar, flour, dairy products and alcohol are all highly inflammatory foods. People with high levels of inflammation in their body tend

to over react to harmless substances such as foods, pollens, grass and animal hair. Before and during pregnancy you need to avoid eating foods that you know or suspect make you feel unwell as food intolerances can potentially pass through the placenta and affect your developing baby’s immune system which may increase the risk of allergies in your child and morning sickness for the mother. Nutrient deficiencies A simple vitamin or mineral deficiency can be responsible for infertility. It is very important to correct any nutritional deficiency before conception occurs. You need to clean up your diet and supplement with the right nutrients three months before your attempt to conceive. Note: Never detox during pregnancy or breastfeeding. You do not want to expose your baby to your body’s toxins as they circulate in your blood as they are eliminated. Please consult your medical practitioner before you commence a program.

By Mapula Strachan Adv. Diploma Naturopath

IN THE MEDIA:

ALCOHOLIC

LIVER DISEASE on the increase in

young women

ore young women are being treated for advanced liver disease caused by steady and dangerous drinking starting in teenage years, doctors warn. Specialists say young, professional women are significantly contributing to the rising hospitalisation rates for people aged 20 to 29 with alcoholic cirrhosis. ‘’We are used to alcoholic liver disease in middleaged men but scarily we are seeing a significant number of women in their 20s and 30s in this situation,’’ Simone Strasser, a liver specialist and spokeswoman for the Gastroenterological Society of Australia, said. ‘’These are young professional women aged 25 to 35 who are functioning in other areas of their lives but are drinking at consistently risky levels,’’Associate Professor Strasser said. ‘’They have busy lifestyles and think it’s not doing them any harm.’’ Figures from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare reveal that the number of hospital admissions from alcoholic liver disease almost doubled from 2976 to nearly 6000 in the 15 years to 2009. Paul Haber, a professor of addiction medicine at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, said the increase in early and late stage alcoholic liver disease was evidence young people were extending their ‘’adolescent lifestyles well into the 20s’’. ‘’It’s an urban disease and a disease of affluence,’’ said Professor Haber, who is leading a clinical trial of the musclerelaxing drug baclofen to treat alcoholic liver disease. ‘’Young people have more money and are less encumbered than they were 30 years ago.’’ He said women were particularly susceptible to the toxic effects of alcohol because they generally

weighed less and had fewer active enzymes to break down alcohol compared with men. Kirsten Morley, a coresearcher on the trial, said she saw women between 30 and 35 who ‘’work in high volume, fast paced, male dominated job environments where they have been drinking heavily on a daily basis for many years’’. ‘’Women often get caught up in what is socially acceptable. They might be drinking to help anxiety or as a social lubricant. ‘’Because people have the perception this is something that happens to old men, there is a stigma attached, which has prevented patients from seeking treatment.’’ She defined heavy drinking as more than four drinks each day but said the majority of her patients were drinking at least six standard drinks or one bottle of wine every day for more than 10 years. A 2011 study by Curtin University’s National Drug Research Institute found a tenfold increase in the risk of hospital admissions for cases of alcoholic cirrhosis in those aged 20 to 29 over the five years to 2003. It showed while overall deaths due to alcoholic liver disease were falling, there was a gradual increase in the risk of young people developing alcoholic hepatitis, or early stage alcoholic liver disease. Tax reforms, limiting alcohol availability, and reducing outlet density and trading hours would help, Professor Haber said. British study finds minimum alcohol pricing has little impact on moderate drinkers Setting a minimum alcohol unit price would reduce deaths and cut hospital admissions

among heavy drinkers but have almost no impact on those who drink moderately, a British study has found. Fixing the minimum price to 45 pence (82¢) per unit would have the most dramatic effect on the 5 per cent of serious problem drinkers men having more than 23 schooners of beer a week, women having more than 16. A unit is defined as 10 millilitres of alcohol. University of Sheffield researchers said a minimum price would not penalise responsible drinkers, who would spend only about 78p more and drink just 1.5 less schooners a year. The president of the Australian Council on Smoking and Health, Mike Daube, said price was the ‘’single most important determinant’’ of drinking behaviour. ‘’The alcohol industry promotes the scare that volumetric tax would impact heavily on moderate drinkers. This research consigns that argument to the dustbin,’’ he said. ‘’It is a disgrace that you can still get alcohol at $2 a litre.’’ The British study, published in The Lancet, predicted a reduction of alcoholrelated deaths by 860 and hospital admissions by almost 30,000 each year among low-income earners who consume large quantities of cheap alcohol. The British government has dropped plans for minimum pricing, on the basis responsible drinkers on low incomes could be penalised.

Source: http://www.smh.com.au/national/ alcoholicliverdiseaseontheincreaseinyoungwomen 2014021032cs7.html.

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Zucchini Pasta • 2 zucchinis • 1 spanish onion cut finely • 1 garlic clove crushed • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 2 tbsp grated parmesan • 1 tbsp pine nuts 1. Using a vegetable peeler cut lengthwise slices from zucchini, stopping when the seeds are reached. Turn zucchini over and continue ‘peeling’ until all the zucchini is in long strips; discard seeds. Slice the zucchini into thinner strips resembling spaghetti 2. Add the thin strips of zucchini into warm water and allow it to steam until the zucchini is softened, 5 to 7 minutes 3. Heat olive oil in a fry pan and add pine nuts and stir until brown. Once brown remove the pine nuts and leave to the side 4. Add the finely cut onion, stir until cooked and add crushed garlic 5. Slowly add zucchini slices and stir for 1-2 minutes then add parmesan and season with salt and pepper

• 1 lemon • 1 grapefruit* • 1 lime • 2 oranges 1. Remove skin, wash and chop all the ingredients and pass through the juicer Top tips • Always juice citrus fruit at room temperature • Rolling under the palm of your hand on a flat surface will also help to extract more juice. *If taking medication please consult your doctor before you drink grapefruit juice.

Did you know? Lemons and limes contain unique flavonoid compounds that have antioxidants such as vitamin C Grapefruit is an excellent source of vitamin C, which helps to support the immune system

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POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT!

he antioxidant Astaxanthin offers special free radical fighting qualities, making it our most powerful antioxidant. Free radicals are molecules generated by your body. Excess free radicals may lead to oxidative stress and damage to cells. Fortunately, Frank Caruso and his team have recently developed Caruso’s Hawaiian Astaxanthin, which is an incredibly potent, fat soluble antioxidant formula. Naturally sourced from Hawaiian red marine algae, Caruso’s Hawaiian Astaxanthin may help reduce oxidative stress and damage to your cells. Your body can’t make Astaxanthin. However, almost every one of your cells could benefit from it. This is why taking Caruso’s Hawaiian Astaxanthin makes so much sense. Health benefits for your cardiovascular system Astaxanthin may help protect and support your cardiovascular system which includes your heart, blood, blood vessels and blood flow. It may also help maintain healthy cholesterol levels in healthy people. Health benefits for your brain and memory Astaxanthin may help maintain your brain health by improving the antioxidant status of the blood cells flowing to your brain. Astaxanthin may help support your memory. It may help the cognitive function in normal, healthy individuals by reducing oxidative stress on the brain. Health benefits for your eyes Astaxanthin may help support eye health and vision. It may assist with visual fatigue and eye strain. This could be useful if your sit in front of a computer all day. It may also help support the health of your macula by improving blood flow to your eyes.

Health benefits for your joints Astaxanthin helps maintain normal joints, tendons and connective tissue. It may support joint mobility. Health benefits for your immune system Astaxanthin may help maintain and support your immune system by providing protection to your immune cells. Health benefits for your skin Astaxanthin may also help support skin health and may assist with wrinkles and skin elasticity. It may even assist your sports performance and endurance by reducing oxidative damage. It may assist with recovery after exercise. Protecting your cells Astaxanthin has a different structure to some other antioxidants and is a supercharged member of the valuable carotenoid family. Astaxanthin offers protection from free radicals on the outside of the cell. It offers protection on the inside of cells where free radicals are being generated. The cell membrane is particularly vulnerable to damage from free radicals. Astaxanthin may also help reduce DNA damage to cells by providing protection to the DNA. 100% Money Back Guarantee The quality Caruso’s Hawaiian Astaxanthin formula was developed by Caruso’s Natural Health, a proud Australian owned family company, founded by Frank Caruso. Frank is so passionate about helping people fight free radicals, he stands behind his Hawaiian Astaxanthin formula with a 100% Money Back Guarantee. Frank’s confident because behind him is a passionate team who create all of his formulations. Caruso’s Hawaiian Astaxanthin could be an important tool to help you with your health. So why not add it to

your supplement health plan today? The powerful Caruso’s Hawaiian Astaxanthin formula comes in a very small, easy-to-swallow soft gel capsule. MA AUSTDRE IN ALIA

Caruso’s Hawaiian Astaxanthin is available in a 30 capsules size for RRP $27.00 and in an economical 60 capsules size from the store where you picked up this magazine. For more information please call our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service Representatives on (02)1300 304 480 or visit www.carusoshealth.com.au. Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your Healthcare Professional. CHC53303-04/14

Natural Health Crusader is published by Caruso’s Natural Health. Information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace advice or treatment from Healthcare Professionals. Every care is taken to compile and check the content of the publication for accuracy, but the publisher, authors, their servants and agents are not responsible or liable for the continued currency of the information or for any publishing errors, omissions or inaccuracies, or for any consequences arising therefore. The inclusion or exclusion of any treatment in editorial does not imply the publisher advocates or rejects its use.

IS YOUR CHILD’S

BEHAVIOUR

WORRYING YOU?

arents face many challenges in raising their children to be safe, happy and well adjusted. It always hurts to see children struggle and no one ever wants to experience that. Most parents would move mountains to ensure their children are getting a good start in life.

How well is your child coping? Frank Caruso and his passionate team have created Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour to help your child maintain a healthy behaviour and temperament. This Australian made formula may help soothe and calm nerves and assists with the management of stress, tension, irritability and mild anxiety. Suitable for children from two to teenage years, delicious tasting

W E N

MADE IN AUSTRALIA

Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour contains a blend of French Marine Pine Bark, Magnesium, Vitamin C, Zinc and Silicon. It may assist behaviour, whilst providing key nutrients to help support stress, mild anxiety, nervousness, excitability, irritability, attention span, sleep problems, brain development and immunity. Behaviour Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour has been developed to help your child’s behaviour. French Marine Pine Bark may help support healthy, good behaviour. This may help children to better focus their attention. Magnesium may also have a positive influence on behaviour. Whilst Zinc may help support a child’s behaviour. Stress and mild anxiety Some children can become overwhelmed with stress and mild anxiety. So it is just as well Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour contains Magnesium. This nutrient is used for relieving stress because stress increases the body’s need for Magnesium. As such, Magnesium has a calming effect on the body. Another reason why Magnesium is an important ingredient is because low Magnesium levels in the body increase ones sensitivity to stress. Low Magnesium levels may also lead to agitation and mild anxiety. Plus, low levels of Zinc are associated with behavioural and mild anxiety problems in children. Excitability, irritability and sleeping problems As Magnesium has calming effects, it also helps with the symptoms of excitability and irritability. And if your child has low levels of Magnesium they may be suffering from nervousness, agitation, mild anxiety, sleep problems, fatigue and tiredness. Nervous system and brain If your child has low levels of Magnesium in their body this may result in their decreased attention span. Magnesium is essential for regulating the central nervous system and calming it down. Whilst

Zinc is involved in the functioning of the central nervous system and brain development. Immune system Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour may help maintain and support the immune system. Antioxidant power Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour is a powerful antioxidant formula. French Marine Pine Bark helps with antioxidant pathways involved in children’s behaviour. It also helps improves total antioxidant status in children. Vitamin C, Zinc and Silicon are also antioxidants. 100% Money Back Guarantee The quality Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour formula was developed by Caruso’s Natural Health, a proud Australian owned family company, founded by Frank Caruso. Frank is so passionate about helping people with their health he stands behind every one of his formulas with a 100% Money Back Guarantee. Frank’s confident because behind him is a passionate team of experts who create all of his formulations. See the Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour label or our website for more details. Australian Made Formula! If your child is suffering from stress, mild anxiety, irritability, excitability or sleep problems, Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour could be just what they need. Caruso’s Kids Calm & Behaviour is available from where you picked up this magazine in a 75 grams oral powder for RRP $29.95. For more information please call our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service Representatives on 1300 304 480 or visit www.carusoshealth.com.au.

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Kids Calm & Behaviour is a Trade mark of Caruso’s Natural Health.

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