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Summer Health & Fitness • Help for Heartburn • Summer Skin Essentials

H1N1 Flu Prevention

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HEALTHY DIRECTIONS JUNE/JULY 2009

In This Issue: R E L AY F O R L I F E Ontario Gets Set to Run, Jog and Walk for Cancer 10

READY, SET, GO

June is “Relay for Life” Month in Ontario 12

RUNNING TIPS

Relay Tips from Olympian Runner Courtney Babcock

FIT FOR LIFE Fitness Routines and Inspiration for All Ages 14

RUNNING WELL

A Runner’s Stretch Routine from the Experts

A T H L E T E H E A LT H Sports Nutrition and Supplements 13

THE “PRO’S” IN YOGURT

Probiotics for Performance 17

NUTRITION BASICS FOR ATHLETICS

Tips for Performance Enhancing

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NATURAL ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE ENHANCERS

From Alanine to Whey...

INFLUENZA H1N1 UPDATE What You Need to Know For Prevention 24

INFLUENZA H1N1 PREVENTION TIPS

Hand Washing, Foods and Supplements 28

P R E PA R I N G F O R H 1 N 1 F L U

How to Prepare the Immune System

MAKE IT N ATURAL Make Your Own Natural Products 42

A MARGARITA IN THE SHOWER

Make Your Own Glycerine Soaps

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EDITOR’S NOTE OUR CONTRIBUTORS HEALTHY OPTIONS SHOPPING GUIDE COURSES AND EVENTS GUIDE CLASSIFIEDS

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N ATURAL BEAUT Y Look and Feel Your Best 26

SUMMER SKIN ESSENTIALS

Antioxidants and Green Tea 31

N A T U R A L S K I N P R O T E C T O R : SHEA BUTTER

Planting the Seeds of Change

ECO LIVING Healthier Living in Environmental Harmony 52

G R E E N E A R T H ECO EVENTS

Join the Green Movement

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F O O D PA S S I O N S Igniting the Senses with Foods and Recipes 32

A TA S T E O F I N D I A

Papaya Chicken My Mother’s Chickpeas Whole Wheat Naan 34

S U M M E R E N T E R TA I N I N G

Tuscany Chicken Stuffed Cucumbers Gazpacho 30

NUTRITION FACTS

Introducing Sprouted Chia

H E A LT H Y S T A R T S Join the Journey to Better Health 22

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ENZYMES

Aid for the Digestive System 36

PROBIOTICS FOR HEARTBURN

Putting Out the Fire 40

VACATION HEALTH ASSURANCE

Stay Healthy During Your Getaway 46

FIND THE PROBIOTIC BALANCE

Understanding How Probiotics are Effective

T H E PA T H T O H A P P I N E S S Finding Joy and Inner Peace 39

ARE YOU TOO NICE?

Find Out How to Make Being Nice Work for You 44

NATURAL BEAUT Y TIPS

Time Can Be Your Ally Against Aging

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itness is the main theme this issue.

Choose your speed. Run, jog or walk but the starting point is the same – a basis of good nutrition for premium fuel and stretching to avoid strains and sprains. We’ve included articles from Naturopathic Doctor Lowell Greib from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine on the topic of nutrition for athletics and a stretching routine from running experts Sam Murphy and Sarah Connors to get you off in good step.

Motivation for exercise can come from an altruistic goal like participating in one of over 100 Canadian Cancer Society, Relay for Life events planned this June in Ontario. Or, perhaps you have a more personal goal for getting more active, like losing a few pounds or reducing stress. For participants training for a Relay event or other events Olympian runner Courtney Babcock offers some running tips for event day.

For those in more serious athletic training that have good nutrition fundamentals, we’ve also included an article on sports supplements and their uses from Ph.D Michelle Honda.

As the World Health Organization continues to monitor Influenza A, H1N1 cases are continuing to grow in Ontario. While cases to date in Canada have been mild, any type of flu can be potentially life-threatening to those with existing health issues or compromised immune systems. Dietician Doug Cook offers ways to help prevent yourself and others from contracting or spreading H1N1.

Ready for some summer fun? Mix up some alcohol-free margarita glycerine soap from our Make-It-Natural section. Summer entertain with some great homestyle Indian recipes from Bal Arneson or with some lighter recipes courtesy of the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers. After your run, jog or walk, cool off with a friend with a slimming and summer skin friendly, green iced tea.

Enjoy summer blooms, garden vegetables and warm nights!

Yours in health and happiness,

June/July 2009 Vol. 10 No. 4 Circ: 100,000 At Healthy Directions we offer researched information that contributes to living a healthy life in mind, body and spirit, as well as, a more Earth-friendly existence.

Editor Charleen Wyman char@healthydirections.ca Contributing Writers Courtney Babcock, Canadian Olympian, Scott Josephson, Sam Murphy and Sarah Connors, Lowell Greib MSc, ND, CISSN, Michelle Honda PhD, RoseMarie Pierce B.Sc.Pharm, Doug Cook RD, MHSc, CDE, Michele Sevier ND, DAc, Sharon Pfeifer, Cindy Storie-Soth, Bal Arneson, Allison Tannis BSc MSc RHN, Daylle Deanna Schwartz, Tom Stokes PhD Biochemistry, BSc, Emily Taffel-Schaper, Dini Petty and Claude Gallant PhD Microbiology Editorial: Written contributions and photos are welcome. However, all content is subject to editorial review.

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OUR CONTRIBUTORS Doug Cook RD, MHSc, CDE is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator who currently works at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, and as a nutrition consultant. He practices a holistic and integrative approach providing sciencebased guidance on food and diet. He recently co-authored Nutrition for Canadians for Dummies (Wiley, 2008). Visit his website: www.wellnessnutrition.ca.

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Sam Murphy is one of the United Kingdom’s leading fitness and health experts. She is the author of five books, including Run for Life, which has been published in 10 languages. With over 17 years of experience as a runner, Murphy has raced distances from 3,000 meters to 100 miles and is a 14-time marathon runner. She is the physiotherapist for the British athletics team. Connors has worked with British athletes since 1993 and attended two Olympic Games.

Michele Sevier DNM, DAc. is an educator and advocate of natural health and healing. As an independent advisor, she is actively involved in many facets of integrative medicine including research, formulation of supplements and providing natural health solutions to the general public. Contact Michele through Nutrition House’s “Ask Our Expert” service at www.nutritionhouse.com.

Allison Tannis BSc, MSc, RHN is a nutritional consultant and author of four books, including bestseller Probiotic Rescue (Wiley, 2008). Allison has a masters of science in nutrition, and is a registered holistic nutritionist who provides nutritional consultation in the Burlington area and works with nutritional companies across North America to educate consumers about nutrition. Visit www.allisontannis.com for useful information tips about health and nutrition. Call (905) 681-8107.

Michelle Honda PhD practices at Renew You Holistic Health in Ancaster/West Hamilton. In addition to her doctorate, she holds an advanced degree in nutrition (RNCP), is a Master Herbalist and an IIPA Certified Iridologist.

Clinic: www.renewyou.ca Call: (905) 304-0111 Blog: www.michellehonda.com

Bal Arneson author of Everyday Indian is originally from a small village in Punjab, India. Arneson learned how to cook from her elders when she was just seven-years-old. At 20, Bal immigrated to Canada. Drawing on the culinary knowledge she gained in India, as well as, her own natural talents, in Everyday Indian, she shares her recipes and her fresh approach to food and cooking, which fit so well with today’s busy, health-conscious lifestyle.

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Ready. Set. Run for a Cause.

Relay For Life

RUN, JOG, WALK, OR JUST SPONSOR A FRIEND THIS JUNE IN ONE OF 100’S OF CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE EVENTS ACROSS ONTARIO. This June participants, survivors and volunteers will come together in more than 100 communities across Ontario for the Canadian Cancer Society’s signature fundraising event, Relay For Life. Teams of 10 people comprised of friends, family members, neighbours and co-workers will take turns walking, running or strolling around a track in this 12-hour overnight relay.

Relay For Life is unlike any other event, it is a celebration of life, a remembrance of loved ones and a rallying cry to fight back against a disease that has taken too many.

Karen White became involved with Relay For Life the year after her husband Paul, lost his battle with cancer. This year will mark Karen’s eighth year fighting back against the disease with Relay For Life. “I have been involved in many other fund-raising events over the years but never have I ‘felt’ an event,” says Karen.

“Every time I experience Relay For Life, I take away the resolve to continue my personal ‘Fight Back’ promise: to help raise funds for research and to maintain my own good health. Together Ontario will fuel the work – and the hope – that can help make a cancer-free future a reality.”

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The Canadian Cancer Society hopes to raise more than $19 million in Ontario this year with more than 100 Relay For Life events across the province. The money raised through Relay For Life is used to help fund research on all types of cancer; provide cancer information; offer support services to people living with cancer; prevent cancer through healthy lifestyle and risk-reduction strategies; and advocate for healthy public policy.

MORE THAN A FUNDRAISER The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life is more than just a fundraiser, it is an opportunity to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer and fight back to make cancer history. This non-competitive event includes activities to suit everyone’s needs, whether they’re young or simply young-at-heart, a first-time participant or a Relay veteran.

“Relay For Life is a celebration of survival and a tribute to the lives of loved ones who have been touched by cancer,” said Sandra Harris, Director, Relay For Life, Canadian Cancer Society in Ontario. “It’s a life saving and life changing event. By giving 12-

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Relay For Life is Canada’s biggest cancer fundraiser and everyone’s opportunity to make a personal contribution, take action and fight back against a disease that takes too many. It’s an unforgettable experience, so sign up now! Visit the Canadian Cancer Society online at www.cancer.ca/relay to register, collect pledges and find Relay For Life locations across Ontario. For those unable to participate, there are other ways to contribute. Pledge a Relay For Life participant or make a general donation to the event. Make a donation through www.cancer.ca. Purchase a luminary candle for $5 through www.cancer.ca and inscribe a personal message to honour a loved one.

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hours of your time to the fight against cancer, you can add years to the life of others fighting this disease.”

Every Relay starts with the Survivors’ Victory Lap where a large group of cancer survivors lead the way around the track as a celebration of their courage and strength. This inaugural lap gives hope and inspiration to those who are still fighting cancer and to everyone who has been touched in some way by this terrible disease.

A poignant scene is also witnessed at twilight as hundreds of luminaries – candles, placed in special bags – light up the night. Each bag bears the name of a cancer survivor or someone who has lost their battle with cancer. The luminaries provide light and inspiration to participants throughout the night.

At dawn, participants pledge to continue to fight against cancer in a motivating Fight Back ceremony, which commits to celebrating, remembering and fighting back 365 days a year.

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Relay for Life

Running Tips

By Courtney Babcock, Canadian Olympian and Record Holder

SET A GOAL If you’re running in the Relay for Life, you’ve already set a meaningful and motivating goal. Set another goal for later in the summer; so, you’ll continue the fitness you’ve gained from the Relay and you’ll be motivated to get out the door. Sometimes, after getting to a big goal runners experience a let down wondering what’s next; so, start thinking about it now.

BUDDY UP Friends and family will help get you through the Relay and they can help get you through your training, as well. I always think it’s great to have a training partner for your bad days. When you’re feeling good, it’s easy to run on your own, but when it’s hard to get out of bed or you’re feeling sluggish, having someone else there will help you get the motivation you need. And when you’re tired in the Relay, you can cheer each other on.

and you’ll not only go faster but help avoid injury. This partly comes from core strength but also from thinking of staying tall, like a rope is being pulled out of the top of your chest. If you’re tense because you’re tired, you’ll work against yourself. Try and stay relaxed.

ENJOY THE JOURNEY Sometimes, we put so much emphasis on the goal, we forget to enjoy the process of getting there. For some it might be distance or speed, but it could just be getting up early and hearing the early morning sounds.

YOU’LL FEEL GREAT WHEN YOU’RE DONE Remember, no matter how tired you are after 24 hours or even a hard 5k, you’ll feel fine when you cross the line and even better later knowing you accomplished something you set out to do. If it was easy, everyone would do it.

TEST YOUR EQUIPMENT Don’t pull off the tags the day of the Relay.

Test your shoes (even if they’re the same style you’ve had before) and your jog bra before you run; so, you know if they’re comfortable. For men, sometimes the shirts can chaffe; so, be prepared for that with some bandaids or skin glide which you can get at running stores.

EAT WELL AND OFTEN Be sure to know what it is you can eat and continue to walk or run. Test it out on a training day to know what works best for you. Most people need 2-4 hours between eating and activity. With the Relay, be sure you have nutrition bars, peanut butter, bagels or bread, or anything that you can have to help you recover and get ready for your next leg.

STAY TALL AND RELAXED When most people get tired running or walking they tend to slouch. Keep your form

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SUNSCREEN At the risk of sounding like you’re mother, don’t forget your hats and sunscreen. Some sun is good I know, but all day is not only bad for you skin but will make you tired faster.

HAVE A MANTRA When the going gets tough have a positive phrase or word that helps you get back to where you need to be mentally. In the Relay (and in life) most people know someone who’s died of cancer and thinking of them will be motivation enough. But maybe, they had a phrase that you can use for motivation too. I’ll be thinking of my Dad and knowing that, “Whatever I can believe and conceive, I can achieve!”3 Courtney Babcock grew up in Chatham, ON. She’s the Canadian Record Holder for the 5k and the 10k (14:54.9 and 31:44.7) and was a 2004 Olympian in the 1500m and 5k. She was also 8th at the World Championships in the 5k. At 36, she ran the fastest times in Canada in the mile and 3k indoors this year.

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The “Pro’s” in Yogurt

By Scott Josephson Pssst….can I take you for a walk down memory lane?

Remember when Little Miss Muffet sat on her tuffet eating her curds? Well, whether she knew it or not, she might have been eating a healthy dose of “probiotics”. Probiotics are made from living bacteria that affect the balance of other organisms and bacteria in the gut. These micro-organisms are essential for healthy living. This friendly flora works to digest and absorb nutrients in your food.

Research suggests an unhealthy ratio of “bad bacteria to good” bacteria might trigger issues, such as, severe stomach pain, fever, fatigue and inflammatory bowel disease.

Unfortunately, the digestive tract is home to more than 400 species of bacteria. Some of the native good bugs can crowd out invading organisms that cause illness. They use resources that the bad bugs need, and produce chemicals that kill them. By eating more helpful bacteria, your body increases its own natural defenses and creates an environment to can control and reduce inflammation caused by bad bacteria.

The more the gut is flooded with beneficial microorganisms, the better the opportunity exists to prevent or limit the growth and colonization of potentially pathogenic bacteria such as E. Coli, Salmonella, Listeria and Clostridia. These pathogenic bacteria are known to cause major disturbances within the gut by preventing efficient digestion and nutrient absorption. Probiotics produce enzymes that breakdown polysaccharides, such as, carbohydrates, and allow the absorption of energy obtained from nutrients.

BACTERIA AS MEDICINE? Lactobacillus is one of the most studied probiotics. It significantly cuts the rate of many types of stomach issues that can develop after a person has taken antibiotics. Drugs, such as, antibiotics can wipe out every bacterium in their path, good and bad, altering the natural balance of the digestive tract. “Curds” is an old word for yogurt, and evidence exists that some of the bacteria in yogurt can help the body get rid of bad bacteria. Raw or unpasterized yogurt is loaded with bacteria. Most commercial yogurt is pasteurized, a process that kills bacteria. But, research has found promise in pasteurized yogurt with live bacteria added.

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WHY TAKE PROBIOTICS? We encounter daily stress from our environment and from the foods we eat. In addition, we tend to consume many forms of chemicals, such as, antacids, antibiotics, food additives, alcohol and other foods and drugs that lead to a disturbance and reduction in the concentration of beneficial bacteria within our body. Strict dietary changes and very low-calorie diets with insufficient nutrient intake and low fiber can influence the delicate balance of micro flora in the digestive tract and create a breeding ground for bad bugs.

Unfortunately, bad bacteria increases the blood levels of adrenal cortisol, and our workouts can suffer drastically. Overall, there are a multitude of “good” reasons to use a probiotic, such as, changes in food or water associated with travel, chemotherapy, hormonal fluctuation, malabsorption, infections, colitis or anti-biotic use.3 Scott Josephson M.S. is the Director of Operations at Hippocrates Health Institute, in West Palm Beach, Florida. He is on the advisory board of the American Fitness Professionals and Associates. His work portfolio includes Geraldo Rivera, Wimbledon Champion Chris Evert and athletes from the New York Giants and New York Mets. Article provided by Can-Fit-Pro.

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RUNNING WELL

A Runner’s Stretch Routine

By Sam Murphy and Sarah Connors This sequence is based on static stretching (where you assume a position and hold it for a given period). It targets the main muscle groups that are relevant to runners, but you may want to add other stretches to the sequence (such as, any a physical therapist has prescribed) that are personal to your own body and for any injuries or limitations you have.

Perform the stretches in the order shown, beginning with the back-mobilizing exercises. These ensure that the spinal structures are free and not causing any tightness in the legs.

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Do each of the following stretches two to four times, paying more attention to your tighter areas, and holding each stretch for 30 seconds. Gradually increase the stretch as comfort and resistance allow. Remember to stretch both sides of the body where necessary.

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HAMSTRINGS (back of thighs)

Starting position: Sit on the floor with your left leg out straight and the right leg bent with the foot against the left leg.

Exercise: Keeping the head up and chest forward, lean over the left leg, hinging from the hip, rather than curving your lower back. Take hold of the part of the leg you can reach, or loop a towel over the foot, and hold the stretch. Gradually aim to reach further down the leg.

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HIP FLEXORS (front of hips)

Starting position: Lunge forward, placing your left foot on the floor in front and your right leg out behind, knee resting on the floor.

Exercise: Keeping the pelvis in a neutral position (it’s easiest to do this by gently tightening the tummy muscles), slowly lean forward.

You should feel a stretch on the front of the hip. Don’t let the back arch – keep up tall. This is a basic hip flexor stretch – for a more advanced option, see the Thomas stretch.

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QUADRICEPS (front of thighs)

Starting position: Stand upright. Bend one knee behind you and take hold of the foot with the same hand.

Exercise: Now bring the foot to the bottom, taking care not to arch the back, tip the pelvis forward or bend forward with the torso. If you don’t feel a stretch, pull the knee backward.

If you find it hard to keep your spine and pelvis neutral, try this alternative. Start in the hip flexor stretch position, but place your back knee on a cushion. Take hold of the foot, pull up tall in the torso and you should feel a stretch along the front of the thigh.

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CALF STRETCH (back of lower leg)

This stretch has three stages, because there are three layers of calf muscle. The deep layer is especially important to runners, as it can cause shin pain when too tight.

Starting position: Stand facing a wall in a split stance (you will be stretching the back leg) with the front leg bent and back leg straight.

Exercise: Lean into the wall, keeping your pelvis beneath you and back heel on the ground.

(a). Make sure your feet are pointing directly forward and not splaying out to the side. You should feel the stretch on the lower part of the back leg – if you don’t, move the back leg further away from the wall. Next, simply bend the back knee; so, you feel the stretch deeper in the calf muscle rather than behind the knee. (b).

Finally, to stretch the deep layer, bring the toes of the back foot up against the heel of the front foot. (c). Keep the knees bent. 444

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This is a more advanced version of the hip flexor stretch, which also stretches the quadriceps and ITB (iliotibial band). You’ll need a surface about mid-thigh height.

Starting position: Stand with your buttocks resting against a table or use the steeplechase pit at your local track.

Exercise: Pull one knee to your chest and slowly lie back onto the table, keeping the knee pulled into your chest. If you take a look at the stretching leg, it should be in line with, or below, the level of the table. If it is higher than that, this indicates tightness in your hip flexors. If, when you bend the leg, the thigh rises up, this indicates tightness in the quads, specifically the rectus femoris. Allow the stretching leg to hang off the table, gently pressing the knee downward without letting the back arch.

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If possible, get someone to push down gently on the top of the knee. If you have helper, you can also try a PNF stretch technique called contract and relax, where you push your thigh up against their hand for five seconds and then relax, which should enable you to increase the stretch.

To stretch the quadriceps, the heel needs to go back toward the buttock. Get your helper to hold your knee in place and manually bring your heel backward. Remember, this stretch should not cause pain – just tolerable discomfort.3

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Nutrition Basics for

Athletics

By Lowell Greib MSc, ND, CISSN Just as an athlete builds their physical conditioning, it is just as important for an sporting enthusiast to build sound nutrition principles! Althletic preformance enhancing nutrition comes down to not just what is eaten but also when the food is eaten and how it’s eaten.

WISE PURCHASING DECISIONS Ask yourself if the foods that you purchase are nutrient dense. Quite often we are drawn to foods that are heavily processed and may be full of calories, but not vitamins and nutrients.

SUGGESTION – Spend more time shopping in the fruit and vegetable aisles. Include at least five different colors of fruits and vegetables in your diet every day.

MEAT IS NOT THE ONLY PROTEIN Quality protein sources go far beyond the staple of red and white meats. It is true that these are traditionally regarded as the primary protein sources but could be detrimental to athletic performance if consumed in inappropriate quantities.

SUGGESTION – Include nuts and seeds into your daily diet. Beans, lentils and grains are superb sources of protein and are low in fat.

FOOD PREPARATION

From a nutritional perspective it is always useful to ensure that you are not starting with a deficit. Generally, a simple blood test can indicate some nutrient and vitamin deficiencies.3 Lowell Greib ND holds degrees in biochemisty, chemistry, and naturopathic medicine and offers his expertise in sport medicine, injury prevention, and performance athletic nutrition in private clinics in Huntsville and Orillia, Ontario, Canada (www. mahiganmedicine.com). Greib is a member of the faculty at both the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine and the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and holds the CISSN designation from the International Society of Sport Nutrition. Greib can be contacted at askthedoc@mahiganmedicine.com or toll-free at 1-877-624-4633.

Part of the fun and enjoyment of eating can be in preparing your own nutritious meals! Take the time to find simple recipes and prepare healthy meals at home. SUGGESTION – Go to the internet and find a recipe that looks great. With the advent of the world-wideweb, we have fabulous culinary resources at our finger tips.

FOOD CONSUMPTION Our society is programmed to eat quickly and on the run.

SUGGESTION – Never eat while standing. Put your fork down and chew your food thoroughly, enjoying every bite.

HYDRATION Water is regarded as the “universal solvent” and is necessary for all tissue and essentially every chemical reaction in the body to occur. As such, we need to ensure that we are adequately hydrated.

SUGGESTION - There is evidence that an active individual that is partaking in endurance sport may have a deficiency of up to several liters of water post exercise.

Athletics and living a healthy lifestyle is only one component to wellness. As such, before one starts any exercise program it may be useful to consult with your medical professional to ensure that you are fit (both physically and biochemically) to begin a program.

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Natural Athletic Performance Enhancers

BEFORE CHOOSING SUPPLEMENTS TO ENHANCE PERFORMANCE, UNDERSTAND HOW THEY AFFECT THE BODY AND SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR HEALTH PROFESSIONAL AND COACH.

By Michelle Honda PhD Whether you are an Olympic contestant or a weekend warrior, athletes continually seek out any advantage to enhance their competitive performance. The list of sports performance enhancers is long and ever growing in the hope of gaining an edge over another competitor. Any advancement may make the difference in the outcome of a competition. The aim of natural athletic performance enhancers is to energize an athlete before and during a workout, increase muscular endurance and mental focus, while instilling calmness of the mind for better reflexes and timing. The following references are categorized as ergogenic aids, which simply means, any substance that improves an athlete’s strength, speed or endurance.

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CREATINE Creatine has established itself as a priority for enhancing athletic performance. This well documented supplement plays an important role in the production of energy in the body, as well as, the stored energy which is used by the muscles known as phosphocreatine. Through a conversion process creatine becomes the valuable energy source of phosphocreatine. The goal in taking supplemental creatine is to enhance a build-up of phosphocreatine in the muscles, which can then be called upon when intense and high bursts of energy are needed.

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Sports Supplements

Description and Uses

Alanine (Carnosine)

High levels of L-carnosine are found in our skeletal muscle tissue. It is hypothesized that by ingesting a supplement of the amino acid alanine, it would then induce carnosine levels in the muscles enhancing sports performance.

Antioxidants

Antioxidants in the form of flavonoids reduce pain and inflammation associated with oxidative stress (free radical damage) brought on by overexertion during exercise.

Arginine

Arginine is a popular amino acid taken individually or in combination with other amino acids for its ergogenic effects. Arginine is often used for male sterility and impotence.

Chromium Picolinate

The mineral chromium is often referred to as a “fat burner” assisting the body by converting stored fat into energy and the utilization of glucose in our bodies.

L-Citrulline

Citrulline is marketed as a supplement for enhancing sports performance based on its complementary relation to creatine. Enthusiastic reports support citrulline for enhancing aerobic exercise capacity, coupled by increased energy and performance.

Ciwujia

Ciwujia is actually Eleutherococcus, a species related to ginseng, however according to some scientists, performs almost identically, notably aiding aerobic capacity and endurance.

DHEA

DHEA is popular among athletes seeking an increase of muscle tissue growth.

Similar to phosphatidylserine, it may inhibit the body’s response to cortisol aiding muscle mass and sports performance.

Diet

With all the marketing claims out there, let’s not lose sight of the importance of a well balanced diet of lean proteins, healthy fats, whole grains, nuts, seeds, sprouts and a wide variety of fruits and vegetables.

Gamma Oryzanol

Gamma Oryzanol is a component of rice bran oil. Interest as a sports enhancer developed when studies suggested gamma oryzanol may increase endorphin release and aid muscle growth.

Inosine

One of the many roles of inosine in our body is the part it plays in making ATP. Solely based on this fact, inosine has been proposed as an energy boosting supplement.

Iron

Most athletes are not iron deficient, however women who may be on the low side of normal may benefit from iron supplements for energy, endurance and speed.

Policosanol

Policosanol is derived from sugarcane. A study for evaluation as a performance enhancer demonstrated increased muscle strength, endurance, stamina and improved reaction time.

Pyruvate

Pyruvate acid is another substance involved in the use and production of energy. Pyruvate became popular when evidence suggested it may improve exercise performance and body composition.

Ribose

Ribose is vital for the manufacturing of ATP, the body’s main form of energy. This carbohydrate has shown promise for improved endurance capacity and relieving pain in muscles.

Suma

Suma is referred to as Brazilian ginseng being regarded by Russian Olympic athletes for enhancing sports performance and in the Untied States as a general strengthener of the body, as well as a treatment for fatigue, anxiety, impotence and immune support.

Thyroid Support

To maintain optimum energy and an increased metabolic rate, a supplement containing full thyroid support or at bare minimum an iodine source, such as, kelp is necessary for general health and performance.

Whey Protein

Whey protein is an abundant source of the amino acids BCAA’s. However, comparison studies indicate casein (which makes up 80% of proteins in cow milk and cheese) was equally beneficial at promoting muscle growth.

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HYDROXYMETHYL BUTYRATE (HMB) Another great substance is HMB coveted as a sports performance supplement for its ability to increase strength and muscle mass. HMB occurs naturally when the amino acid leucine breaks down in our body. The issue has been the damaging effect of muscles during athletic training. The aim of supplemental HMB is to inhibit muscle damage induced by the increased breakdown of leucine. Controlled studies reported HMB improved muscle growth and enhanced strength in direct proportions to intake during weight training.

COLOSTRUM Colostrum has gained popularity among professional athletics for enhanced performance capabilities. Colostrum contains amazing growth factors (IGF-1) that may enhance performance and muscle development. Double blind studies reported an increase of lean muscle mass in men and women during aerobic and resistance exercise. In addition, improvements in sprinting, rowing, vertical jump and in an exercise to exhaustion test have been shown.

ORNITHINE ALPHA-KETOGLUTARATE (OKG) OKG is manufactured from two amino acids ornithine and glutamine which appear to have anabolic effects (build muscle). Slightly different but beneficial, these two amino acids also have anti-catobolic effects, (blocking the effect of muscle breakdown). Understandably OKG has been extensively promoted as a sports supplement for building muscle.

MEDIUM CHAINED TRIGLYCERIDES (MCTS) Medium chained triglycerides are fats with a unique chemical structure for easy digestibility. MCTs are processed similarly to carbohydrates offering an alternative to the consumption of large quantities of carbohydrates prior to intense physical training. These fats provide a concentrated source of easily accessible energy.

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PHOSPHATIDYLSERINE (PS)

METHOXYISOFLAVONE

Phosphatidylserine is a major component of our cell membranes. Power athletes seek out this supplement for its reported muscle building qualities due to its ability to slow the release of cortisol. Since the hormone cortisol promotes muscle breakdown following intense exercise and PS has demonstrated to slow down its release, athletes believe PS will help them to advance more quickly in their efforts to build muscle more rapidly.

Methoxyisoflavone is a hormonally active substance steroid, enhancing muscle mass without causing testosterone like (androgenic) effects.

TRIMETHYLGLYCINE (TMG) Trimethylglycine is a natural compound within the body however, during the process of metabolism undertakes a transformation into another substance called dimethylglycine (DMG). As an athletic performance enhancer, DMG has been used extensively in Russia; however, TMG is much less expensive and may have the same benefits as DMG as it converts into DMG in the body.

BCAA’S (BRANCHED CHAIN AMINO ACIDS) Muscle composition is particularly high in BCAA’s (leucine, isoleucine, valine). Intense strength training and endurance exercise use greater quantities of BCAA’s than less strenuous activities. Also, high altitude sports such as mountaineering and skiing require additional levels of BCAA’s to maintain performance and delay fatigue due to metabolic changes occurring at elevated altitudes.

PEPPERMINT POWER A series of athletic task performances were executed where peppermint odour was administered, resulting in an increased running speed, hand grip strength and reps of push-ups.

Peppermint odour significantly reduced perceived physical workload; in effort and frustration and participants rated their vigor high and fatigue lower.

COENZYME Q10 Based on the role coenzyme Q10 plays in producing energy at a cellular level, this natural substance is proposed as an athletic performance enhancer. CoQ10 converts calories to ATP, the usable form of energy to do physical work.

CAFFEINE As a muscle endurance aid, caffeine appears to prolong the endurance time to muscle fatigue. For example, a Tour de France rider may drink as many as five cups of coffee before a race and continue throughout the competition. However, there is a legal limit on the amount of caffeine consumed in competitive sports.3 Caution: Androstenedione, boron and vanadium are common supplements taken by athletes where studies suggest erring on the side of caution based on serious safety concerns and a lack of beneficial evidence. On May 1st, 2009, Food and Drug Administration officials issued a recall on some products containing hydroxycitric acid, primarily derived from the garcinia cambogia plant citing potential liver health issues. Always consult a health care practitioner or athletic coach before starting a supplemental regime.

Michelle Honda PhD is a holistic doctor practicing at Renew You Holistic Health located in Ancaster Meadowlands. In addition to her doctorate, she holds an advanced degree in nutrition (RNCP), is a Master Herbalist and an IIPA Certified Iridologist. Visit her website at: www.renewyou.ca and www.michellehonda.com. Call: (905) 304-0111

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Aid Digestive Problems with

ENZYMES

By RoseMarie Pierce In my work as a holistic pharmacist I am often asked questions such as this one, “How is it possible that I am sick – again? I eat well.

I exercise. I drink plenty of water. I seem to be getting adequate sleep. But, I still get sick and feel so tired! What’s happening?”

My short answer to this question is most often, “Good health requires good digestion.” Our digestive tract was not designed to handle the modern North American diet of cooked and processed food even if the food is organic and wholesome. Raw foods come with their own supply of enzymes, which are essential for digestion and for life itself. But most people eat over-cooked, pasteurized, irradiated, over-processed foods. Also, as we age, the enzymes produced by our bodies decrease in number and in activity level.

This all leads to a lack of vital enzymes in our daily diet.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF ENZYME DEFICIENCY? One of the first and most obvious signs is indigestion. This includes gas, bloating, tummy ache, heartburn, constipation and/or diarrhea. A lack of enzymes can contribute to an increase in pain, inflammation, and a lack of stamina, as well as, hindering the body's ability to resist infection or to heal a wound. Many people do not realize that feeling sleepy after a meal or not being able to eat dairy products, spicy foods or heavy foods in general, may all be signs of enzyme deficiency.

greater than 118°F, the enzymes in the food are destroyed. Aging, injuries, illnesses and stress also deplete enzymes. As a result, we need to eat more enzyme-rich foods and take full-spectrum enzyme supplements designed to support optimal digestion. Taking a fullspectrum digestive enzyme blend helps break down proteins, fats, carbohydrates and fibre making it possible to fully benefit from the nutrients in our food.

WHAT ARE THE BEST DIGESTIVE ENZYMES? Plant-based enzymes are the most popular enzymes found in natural supplements because their activity, potency, safety and efficacy have been well-documented over many decades of use worldwide. The top three plant enzyme categories are amylases (for starch breakdown), proteases (for protein breakdown), and lipases (for fat digestion). It is also important to include cellulase, hemicellulase and phytase enzymes (for fibre breakdown). Select enzymes containing high activity levels (called units) which enables them to break down more fat, protein and carbohydrates in the broadest pH range. Also be sure to choose a patented, broadspectrum, non-GMO enzyme which includes a blend of fibredigesting enzymes that maximizes fibre and grain digestion while enhancing the absorption of essential minerals.

WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT? WHAT ARE ENZYMES ?

Enzymes are large protein-based molecules that catalyze (increase the rates of) chemical reactions. Every action and reaction in the body is dependent on enzymes; all cells require enzymes to survive and function. With respect to digestion, enzymes are required for the complete absorption of valuable nutrients. They help to break down proteins into amino acids, fats into fatty acids, complex carbohydrates into simple sugars and complex fibre into smaller fibre units. Digestive enzymes also remove toxins from the bowel, relieve constipation and recondition the lining of the digestive tract.

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Plant-based enzymes help support and maintain a healthy digestive system by breaking down all the food groups more thoroughly. Noticeable results include less indigestion, gas, bloating, constipation and acid reflux. Along with better digestion, increased energy and alertness are also reported.

Take your full-spectrum digestive enzymes with meals to aid in the digestion of all foods. Chose a vegan formulation in a vegetable capsule. The relatively low cost per capsule of these enzyme formulas makes it a valuable investment in the health of your digestive system.3 RoseMarie Pierce, B.Sc.Pharm, is a holistic pharmacist with more than 40 years experience in both conventional and natural medicine. For more information on this popular writer, lecturer, and hormonal health specialist visit her website at www.sunstreams.ca.

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Prevention Tips for

Influenza H1N1

Minimize the Risk for All!

By Doug Cook, RD MHSc CDE The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised the current level of influenza pandemic alert from phase 4 to phase 5, which indicates a pandemic is imminent. Here’s how to minimize risk to yourself and others.

confused with an upper respiratory infection with a runny or stuffed nose. Of course, if you experience any of the above symptoms, it’s important to seek out medical attention.

MINIMIZE RISK TO YOURSELF AND OTHERS KNOW THE REAL SYMPTOMS OF A FLU According to Health Canada’s website, influenza is a respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus. There are hundreds of different strains of the virus that circulate throughout the world yearround. We tend think that the viruses are only around during the ‘flu season,’ typically running from November to April in North America. How many people actually get the flu each year is difficult to estimate. Projections are based on mathematical models and not by direct laboratory confirmation. It’s important to point out that the term ‘flu’ is overused. People often say they have the flu whenever they feel unwell. Listen for it, people will be off work for a day or two and say they had the flu or a ‘touch of the flu.’ Equally incorrect is the phrase ‘stomach flu’ – it doesn’t exist. Food borne illnesses on the other hand are real and can make people feel unwell, including the symptoms of fever and chills.

A true case of influenza typically starts with a headache, chills and cough, which are followed rapidly by fever, loss of appetite, muscle aches and fatigue, runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes and throat irritation. Children may have nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, but these symptoms are uncommon in adults. This is not to be 24 Healthy Directions June/July 2009

Hand washing, when done correctly is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. Good hand washing technique is easy to learn and can significantly reduce the spread of infectious diseases among both children and adults. To wash hands properly, rub all parts of the hands and wrists with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub. Health Canada advises washing hands for at least 15 seconds or more. Paying special attention to fingertips, the space between fingers, the backs of the hands and the base of the thumbs is also important. For more information on handwashing, visit Health Canada’s website on this topic: www.hc-sc.gc.ca.

Other tips to avoid catching the flu are to keep your fingers away from your eyes, nose and mouth. Visit those who are sick only if necessary. If you are sick, avoid going to work and being in large crowds as you can spread influenza easily to others. Sneeze and cough into your elbow or sleeve, or use a tissue. After wiping or blowing your nose with a tissue, throw away the tissue and wash your hands. Keep personal items separate if a household member is sick.

Use a disinfectant to clean surfaces around a person who is sick. Do not share personal items or drinks.

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NUTRITION AND IMMUNITY A healthy body, including the immune system, needs quality nutrition from wholesome foods to operate effectively. The human immune system is truly a miracle. With only 30 or so vitamins and minerals, this defense system is capable of defending us from a daily onslaught of bacteria, viruses and even eliminating precancerous cells, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The only thing it asks is that we give it what it needs; so, that it can do its job. While all nutrients are needed for a healthy immune system, a few stand out as big hitters.

In addition to a healthy diet and getting regular quality sleep, consider taking the following supplements.

VITAMIN C Vitamin C has long been promoted as an immune system booster. Vitamin C stimulates the production of white blood cells (lymphocytes) and antibodies and has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. It is the most important water soluble antioxidant and has been shown to help reduce the incidence of colds and reduce the duration of colds and the flu provided an adequate dose is given. It’s important to spread out your intake of vitamin C over the day as it’s quickly cleared from the system by the kidneys. In order to achieve and maintain sustained vitamin C levels in the blood, it needs to be taken every 3-4 hours. Studies that have failed to show a benefit against colds have had major design errors. They’ve typically used small doses (500-1000mg, once a day). You’ll benefit from taking a minimum of 3 grams (3000mg) spread out in divided doses, i.e.

1000mg with meals or 500mg, six times a day.

the immune system and higher blood levels of selenium have been show to have anti-viral activity. The best food sources to provide you with the health benefits of selenium include: Brazil nuts, oats, seafood, liver, wheat germ, bran, tuna, onions, tomatoes, broccoli, garlic, and brown rice. Just two Brazil nuts per day will provide about 200mcg of selenium, enough to obtain these benefits.

A WORD ON PORK You cannot get the flu from eating pork or pork products. The influenza virus spreads through droplets that have been coughed or sneezed into the air by someone who has the flu. You can get the flu by breathing in these droplets through your nose or mouth, or by the droplets landing directly on your eyes. The flu virus is also found on the hands of people with the flu and on surfaces they have touched.

You can become infected if you shake hands with infected persons or touch contaminated surfaces and transfer the virus to your own eyes, nose or mouth. Any concern about eating pork is the same as with any food. Proper handling, cooking and storage of food is paramount to reduce your risk of getting a food borne illness. See www.fightbac.org for more information.3 Doug Cook, RD MHSc CDE is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Educator who currently works at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, and as a nutrition consultant. He practices a holistic and integrative approach providing science-based guidance on food and diet along with nutritional supplements and natural health products where appropriate. He recently co-authored “Nutrition for Canadians for Dummies” (Wiley 2008). Visit his website: www.wellnessnutrition.ca

ZINC Zinc is probably the most versatile mineral in the body. It is involved in over 250 metabolic reactions. Without enough zinc, the immune system is sluggish, unable to mount an adequate response.

While it’s important to have sufficient zinc in your diet (15–25 mg per day), too much zinc can inhibit the function of the immune system. Good sources include: beef, seafood (especially oysters), wheat germ, brewer’s yeast, pumpkin seeds, dulse, kelp, legumes, sunflower seeds, and whole grains. Your multivitamin/mineral should have about 10mg as well.

VITAMIN D Vitamin D helps to modulate the immune system by not letting it get over stimulated when faced with a new threat. A lesser known fact is that vitamin D is a potent stimulator of anti-microbial proteins (AMPs). There are hundreds of different types that have been identified and immunologists suspect they number in the thousands.

The best source of vitamin D is sunlight. Practice safe sun by getting enough exposure without burning. The length of time depends on complexion; very light/white skin will only need about 15 minutes while darker/black skin requires up to one hour or more. As a rule of thumb, everyone should take about 2000IU per day, in addition to some sun about three to four times per week.

SELENIUM Selenium has an important role in boosting immune function by strengthening the disease-fighting properties of phagocytes, the white blood cells that destroy invading micro-organisms. Selenium boosts the levels of the antioxidant glutathione peroxidase, used by Healthy Directions June/July 2009 25

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NATURAL BEAUTY

Summer Sun Skin Essentials

By Michele Sevier DNM DAc As summer fast approaches our minds focus on the bright sunshine and warm temperatures, presenting a perfect opportunity to create the ultimate tan that exudes health and beauty. Or does it?

As the years pass and the sun glow routine continues, the evidence of accelerated aging becomes more apparent. The sagging skin, deeper wrinkles and pigmentation problems beginning start staring back at you in the mirror. Sun damage is cumulative and often remains hidden to the naked eye for decades. What’s more is that skin being the largest organ of the body requires daily care and protection not just seasonally, but year-round.

Ah yes, overindulgence and neglect does have a price and it’s not just skin deep as previously thought. As well-educated consumers become more intent on maintaining their youthful appearance they realize that there is more required than skin protection during the summer months. The ravages of daily excess uv rays, air pollutants and the effects of temperature extremes promote aging.

But the condition of the skin is also greatly affected by a variety of intrinsic factors as well. People are beginning to understand that what they eat and how they live influences their looks, which has lead to the explosion of interest in the category of cosmeceuticals.

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BEAUTY INSIDE AND OUT Cosmeceuticals are products or formulations that contain beneficial natural health ingredients either ingestible or topical in nature. All have been developed to support aging, external beauty and overall health. Familiar substances include vitamins, minerals, botanicals, herbs and various nutrients. A large percentage of these are considered potent antioxidants.

Cellular damage is caused by excess free radicals within the body. These reactive oxygen species negatively impact the skin wearing down the collagen and elastin fibres producing visual signs of aging. Collagen and elastin are both important components of the skin’s tissue. These proteins are found in the dermal layers of the skin helping to hold the skin together, maintaining its youthful appearance, elasticity and tone.

Knowing free radicals are a major contributor of the detrimental effects and accelerated signs of aging, it stands to reason why antioxidants are some of the most extensively used cosmeceutical ingredients in a vast amount of anti-aging and other beauty preparations. Antioxidants help offset free radical damage before cells are heavily attacked, preventing excess damage and impairment at the cellular level. They can also help protect against sun damage while reducing inflammation that causes depletion of collagen.

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MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL, WHICH IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE COSMECEUTICAL OF ALL? Some potent antioxidants include green tea, CoQ10, alpha lipoic acid, resveratrol, vitamin A, C, E and selenium and carotenoids like lycopene, beta-carotene and lutein. And although there is no one single nutrient that does it all, a combination of ingredients and products when paired together provide benefits to keep you healthy both inside and out.

Applying ingredients topically can deliver benefits directly to the skin ensuring higher concentrations whilst internal supplements offer protection to the structures of the skin and the body as a whole.

Many aging and other beauty concerns affect the deeper layers of skin that topical creams are unable to reach. Ingestible supplements work inside out, providing substances to help increase cell renewal and increase circulation enabling the body to build collagen and elastin. And that’s not all. There are other powerful health benefits.

For instance, when green tea rich in the polyphenols is used in an ingestible form, it helps protect against cancer, reduce cardiovascular disease and stroke, and appears to aid in the prevention of osteoporosis.

Conversely, creams and other topicals help deal with the outside in. Research has shown that green tea polyphenols when used topically can help stimulate the proliferation of skin cells. It can help reverse the outward signs of aging and help various skin disorders including rosacea and psoriasis. Furthermore, it helps

protect against sun damage and sunburn as it reduces inflammation caused by uv radiation and restores glutathione (GSH) levels which is the body’s main endogenous antioxidant.

The vast amount of current literature and science supports the use of antioxidants and various nutrients in both wellness and beauty. Together a selection of warranted cosmeceuticals can help prevent premature aging of the skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and offer a valid solution for maintaining our youth both visually and physically.3 Michele Sevier DNM, DAc. is an educator and advocate of natural health and healing. She is actively involved in many facets of integrative medicine including research, formulation of supplements and providing natural health solutions to the general public. Contact Michele through Nutrition House’s “Ask Our Expert” service at www.nutritionhouse.com.

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SLIMMING TEAS Synergistic infustions can help you slim down. Seek infusions with: java tea or orthosiphon, green tea, horsetail and parsley. They ensure thorough hepatic and urinary system drainage. Fat absorption is limited through the action of green tea. Parsley adds the diuretic effect and horsetail ensures (re)mineralization, producing an ideal mixture for use during weight-loss programs.

DETOX TEAS These infusions help the liver, kidneys and lungs to function properly. The plants used work together to track down toxins stored in the body and help to stimulate natural drainage and elimination of toxins. The combination of milk thistle, parsley, dandelion, couch grass, fumitory and whorled mallow helps facilitate digestion and makes your skin radiant.3

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How to Prepare Your Immune System for

H1N1 Flu STAY INFORMED AND ENSURE YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONING AT IT’S BEST.

By Sharon Pfeifer H1N1, formerly known as swine flu; it’s all over the news, and it’s all over the world. The arrival of a new strain of influenza raises many questions. How do I keep myself and those I care about safe? Should we wear masks? Should we cancel outings? Should we stock up on anti-viral drugs? If you are asking questions, you are on the right track. Knowledge is critical to defending yourself against H1N1.

Every year thousands of people worldwide die of ‘seasonal’ influenza. Every year, warnings of a pending pandemic grow. Is H1N1 the pandemic? Infectious disease experts are now suggesting that this new flu is following typical patterns – appearing in spring, fading through warmer months of summer, poised to return in earnest in the fall. Measures are being taken in every country across the globe to minimize the spread of this new health threat. Even so, it would be foolish to think that the danger has passed. Are you prepared?

A PERSPECTIVE ON PREVENTION The Public Health Agency of Canada lists thorough hand washing as the top way to prevent contracting the virus, followed by “cough and sneeze in your arm or sleeve; get your annual flu shot; keep doing what you normally do, but stay home if sick.”

What they don’t say, is that the best defence against getting sick is to be healthy in the first place. Maybe that sounds simple, but it is true. Disease, any illness in fact, is the result of imbalance – a breakdown of proper functioning of our biological systems. From the common cold to heart disease and cancer, illness grows upon a compromised biological terrain.

If our internal environment is well maintained and balanced, virus, bacteria or fungi will have nowhere to grow.

Anything other than an ideal internal environment is a target for H1N1.

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WHAT CAN WE DO? Thomas Nissen, a naturopathic doctor specializing in environmental health, now practicing in Montreal says that the only way to prevent contracting H1N1 is to ensure that our internal terrain is properly balanced. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The human body is genetically programmed to thrive, to allow all internal systems to work in collaboration and to resist germs and pathogens. Under ideal conditions our internal terrain is in a balanced state and we enjoy perfect health,â&#x20AC;? says Nissen.

Unfortunately, simple day to day living no longer supports our ideal biological balance. Stress, diet, lack of physical fitness and lack of sleep undermine our bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to function properly. Environmental pollutants further tax our systems and upset our internal balance. Sustained exposure to toxins in our air, land, food, and water slowly erodes our biological terrain. The worst toxins are heavy metals, including mercury.

BEGIN WITH YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM Nissen advises the best way to ward off H1N1 is by ensuring that your immune system is functioning at its best. Start by unloading all the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;garbageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; accumulated in our bodies thus far. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Reducing heavy metals, bio-toxins and oxidation, adding mineral buffers and improving digestion will change the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biological terrain, thus, viruses will be less likely to take hold,â&#x20AC;? says Nissen.

FOLLOWING A HEALTHY DAILY PROTOCOL CAN SUPPORT OPTIMUM BALANCE â&#x20AC;˘ Take 3-5 tablespoons of essential fatty acids (sesame oil, hemp seed oil) to flush the gallbladder/biliary tree from heavy metals and other bio-toxins (bacteria, fungus). â&#x20AC;˘ Take an anti-fungal, anti-parasite, bacteria and virus supplement. Metal toxicity opens the door for all bio-toxins (yeast, candida, bacteria, virus). â&#x20AC;˘ Consider an iodine supplement, which is a strong antiviral remedy. â&#x20AC;˘ Consider a heavy metal oral chelation to flush heavy metals. â&#x20AC;˘ Consider taking ionic trace minerals (preferably from a ocean water source). â&#x20AC;˘ Taking vitamin C (500 to 1000mg daily) will stimulate the immune-system. â&#x20AC;˘ Taking a potassium and magnesium supplement (300-500mg/day) can make the body more alkaline. â&#x20AC;˘ Take betaine hydrochloric acid (350 - 600mg) plus digestive enzymes with each meal. Metal toxicity causes the body to produce less hydrochloric acid and enzymes than is required for proper digestion and killing bacteria. â&#x20AC;˘ Ensure regular bowel movements and drink ample low-mineral water (reverse-osmosis, distilled water). â&#x20AC;˘ Aim for a low carbohydrate diet. Eliminate sweets and sugary foods.

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THERE IS NO TIME LIKE THE PRESENT If the current observations about H1N1 are correct, then we will see the number of cases of the flu rise somewhat in the next little while as those who have been exposed start to exhibit symptoms. Then it will seem to die out when the hot weather comes. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be fooled â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t die out; it will surely return in the fall, as most common flu viruses do.

Will you be ready?3 If you want more information on internal balance, heavy metals, detoxification protocols, or environmental health, visit NissenMedica.com.

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NUTRITION FACTS

Sprouted Chia: Tiny Seeds with Huge Health Benefits Chia, the superfood of the Aztecs, is the tiny seed that has reemerged in recent years. Sprouted chia delivers all of the powerful nutritional benefits of chia seeds in their most bioavailable form.

All unsprouted seeds contain “anti-nutrients” such as phytic acid which prevents proper digestion. The result is poor absorption of nutrients and incomplete digestion of proteins which can irritate the intestines often causes inflammation and allergic reactions.

Sprouting releases enzymes specifically designed to reduce phytic acid and eliminate enzyme inhibitors. These changes result in increased nutrient levels, improved digestion and better absorption of nutrients, such as, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, proteins, fiber, vitamins and minerals.

Sprouted chia is extremely rich in Omega-3 and has a very high fibre content, two essential nutritional factors that are greatly lacking in the modern diet.

Omega-3 consumption plays an important role in joint function, cardiovascular health, inflammation modulation and cognitive function, among other benefits. Sprouted chia provides even more significant amounts of both types of fibre. Insoluble fibre helps promote regularity and elimination of waste, while soluble fibre helps to stabilize blood sugar levels by slowing the conversion of carbohydrates into glucose.

Sprouted chia is very high in antioxidants, with an ORAC score of 2500 units per serving – double the antioxidants compared to raw (unsprouted) chia seeds. Also, sprouted chia delivers all eight essential amino acids, making it a good plant source of protein.

Sprouted chia can be eaten alone, mixed into yogurt and smoothies, sprinkled on salads and cereals, and incorporated into countless recipes. It’s as versatile as it is nutritious! 3

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A Natural Sun Protector

Shea Butter Seeds for Change

By Cindy Storie-Soth With summer coming, more and more people are beginning to think about how to protect themselves from the sun. With many recent studies showing how harmful most sun screens on the market are, people are starting to look to nature for their sun protection.

Some of the key natural ingredients that help protect people from the sun are zinc oxide, titanium dioxide and cinnamic acid.

While most people are familiar with the first two, it is only recently that people are starting to become familiar with the third, cinnamic acid. Did you know that natural unrefined shea butter contains cinnamic acid which absorbs radiation in the ultraviolet spectrum?

Shea butter comes from the seed of the shea fruit tree. The shea fruit tree grows spontaneously throughout drier areas in much of the Sub-Saharan region of West Africa. Most of these areas are very poor consisting of subsidence farming communities.

Shea butter is produced by women from these rural communities. They have been producing it for thousands of years to protect their skin from the heat and sun, as well as, using it for cooking.

In North America shea butter is becoming widely known as a great moisturizer for your skin and many companies are using it in their formulations.

What most people do not know is that most companies are using refined shea butter which loses all of its beneficial properties when it goes through the refining process. If you are going to use shea butter to protect yourself from the sun, then you must look for raw, unrefined shea butter.

Shea butter market of Mill Bay, BC creates pure, all natural skin care products from certified organic raw unrefined shea butter. Shea butter market works with a widowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group from Northern Ghana where the owner is originally from and buys the raw shea butter from them at fair-trade prices.

Shea butter market has created a business that benefits everyone; the women who make the raw shea butter, the people who use the product and the people who run the business.

As well as providing UV protection raw unrefined shea butters moisturizes sunsoaked skin, heals cracks on heels and hands, relieves dry, itchy and scaly skin, stimulates skin renewal, minimizes stretch marks, promotes cell regeneration, increases circulation and reduces fine lines. 3 Over 200 retailers across Canada carry Shea Butter Market products. Go online at www.sheabuttermarket.com to find a retailer near you and to read more about Shea Butter Market and the amazing benefits of shea butter for you and for the women of Ghana, Africa.

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A TASTE OF INDIA

PAPAYA CHICKEN INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. grapeseed oil 1 tsp. fenugreek seeds 1/2 tsp. asafoetida 2 tbsp. grated garlic 1 tbsp. grated ginger 1 green chili, finely chopped 1 large onion, chopped 1 tbsp. cumin seeds 2 tsp. ground cumin 2 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. ground turmeric 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom 1/2 tsp. Spanish paprika 1 tsp. salt 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut in small cubes 1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1 cup cubed ripe, juicy Papaya

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My love for papaya is the main inspiration for this creation. I have received countless emails from people who all give this dish a five-star rating. I like to cook with free-range, non-medicated chicken not only for health reasons, but also for the better flavour. Serves 4.

DIRECTIONS Place the oil, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and cook for 10 seconds. Add the garlic, ginger, and green chili, and cook for two minutes, stirring occasionally.

Increase the heat to medium-high, add the onion, and sauté for four minutes until caramelized. Add the whole cumin seeds, ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, cardamom, paprika, and salt, and cook for 10 seconds.

Add the chicken and cook until it’s almost done, about 8 minutes. Stir in the yogurt and cook until the chicken is fully done, another 2 minutes. Add the papaya chunks, and remove from the heat. Serve over rice or with naan or plain rotis.

Bal Arneson author of “Everyday Indian” is originally from a small village in Punjab, India. Arneson learned how to cook from her elders when she was just seven-years-old. At 20, Bal immigrated to Canada.

Drawing on the culinary knowledge she gained in India, as well as, her own natural talents, in “Everyday Indian,” she shares her recipes and her fresh approach to food and cooking, which fit so well with today’s busy, health-conscious lifestyle.

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A TASTE OF INDIA MY MOTHER’S CHICKPEAS Chickpeas take a long time to cook, so; usually I make a big pot and freeze them. Soak them overnight in hot water and boil them the next day for an hour until they crush easily with a fork. I have used the canned chickpeas many times as well, and it doesn’t change the flavour of the dish. If you use canned chickpeas, drain them, and rinse them with fresh water before adding them to the sauce.

INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. grapeseed oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 tbsp. finely chopped garlic 2 tbsp. finely chopped ginger 1 tbsp. cumin seeds 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes 1 green chili, finely chopped (more for garnish) 2 tsp. Chana Masala 1 tsp. salt 2 cups cooked chickpeas (or one 14 oz can) 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

DIRECTIONS Place the oil, onion, garlic, and ginger in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and cook for 3 minutes. Add the cumin seeds and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes, green chili, chana masala, and salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly.

Add the chickpeas to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.

Turn the heat off, cover the pan with a lid, and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with a sprinkle of cilantro or chopped green chili if desired. Serve with brown rice and Papaya Chicken. Serves 4.

WHOLE WHEAT NAAN INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

Place ingredients in a bowl and knead until it has a soft smooth consistency like pizza dough. Let it sit on the counter for half an hour and cover it with a plastic wrap.

Dust your working surface with flour. Take a piece of dough about the size of a tennis ball and use a rolling pin to flatten it into an oval shape about 7 to 9 inches long and 4 to 5 inches wide; it should be approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Heat the barbecue to medium. Place the naan on the barbecue and cook, turning occasionally, until there are brown spots on each side. Rub a drop of flaxseed oil into the naan to keep it moist. If you don’t have access to a barbecue, use a pizza stone (preheat the stone in the oven NOTE: You can use 2 cups of whole wheat at 425°F before cooking the naan) or a greased cookie all-purpose flour if you do not have sheet. Courtesy of Bal Arneson and found in “Everyday Indian”. whole wheat bread flour.

1 cup whole wheat all-purpose flour 1 cup whole wheat bread flour 1 tbsp. baking powder 1 tsp. cumin seeds 1 tsp. salt 2/3 cup warm water 1/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt at room temperature 2 tbsp. flaxseed oil

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SUMMER ENTERTAINING TUSCANY CHICKEN Tuscany all over again. . . every bite of this chicken transports me back there on a mid-summer day with a fresh loaf of bread and a fabulous selection of wine.

INGREDIENTS 6 chicken breasts 1 Ontario Greenhouse red pepper 1 Ontario Greenhouse yellow pepper 1 green pepper 1/4 cup (60 g) fontina chesse, chopped 6 slices of prosciutto 1/2 cup (125 mL) heavy cream 2 sprigs of fresh sage 2 Thai chilis 1/4 cup (60 g) butter 4 tbsp. (60 mL) extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 350Ë&#x161; (180Ë&#x161;C). Butterfly the chicken breasts and set aside. Julienne the Ontario Greenhouse peppers. Place in the middle of the chicken breasts along with fontina cheese. Securely close chicken breast with string and wrap with prosciutto. Heat olive oil in a frying pan. Once hot, place chicken breasts and sear all sides. Place seared chicken breasts in a pan and bake for 18 minutes. In the same frying pan used to sear thee chicken, place cream, butter, sage and Thai chilis and reduce until thick. Remove chicken from oven and let stand for 5 minutes.

Slice and serve over reduced chili cream.

Serves 6.

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SUMMER ENTERTAINING STUFFED CUCUMBERS Nothing says summer more than this recipe. Use these Ontario Greenhouse cucumbers for appetizers or hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres.

INGREDIENTS 1 Ontario Greenhouse seedless cucumber 1/4 cup (60 g) cream cheese 4 sprigs of fresh chives 1/2 lemon for juice Dash of sesame seed oil Dash of Worcestershire sauce Dash of Tabasco sauce

DIRECTIONS Cut the Ontario Greenhouse cucumber into 1â&#x20AC;? (2.5 cm) pieces and hollow each piece with a samll Parisian scoop or spoon. Place the remaining ingredients in a food prcessor and mix until smooth. Pipe the mixture into each Ontario Greenhouse cucmber and garnish with fresh chives. Chill abd serve. Serves 6.

Courtesy of Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers and Chef Daniele Palanca. Visit www.ontariogreenhouse.com

GAZPACHO (chilled vegetable soup) I remember first tasting this traditional Spanish soup on the coast of Marbella a few years back. The flavour is fantastic!

INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 lbs (900 g) ripe Ontario Greenhouse tomatoes, peeled 1 small Ontario Greenhouse seedless cucumber 1 Ontario Greenhouse red pepper, seeded and quartered 3 cloves of garlic 1 onion 1 carrot 1 green pepper, seeded and quartered 2 sprigs of fresh parsley or cilantro 4 tbsp. (50 g) chopped fresh basil 4 cups (1 L) chicken stock Juice of 1 lemon Salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste. Chill several hours before serving. Can be served hot or cold. Serves 8.

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Probiotics for HeartBurn Life Can Be a Picnic!

By Allison Tannis BSc MSc RHN

YOUR STOMACH

Burning. Chest pain. Nausea. Heart burn shows itself in a number of different ways, each one as uncomfortable as the next. It can be alarming, to have such a sudden burning sensation in your throat as you bend down to tie your shoe, or to start eating dinner and to shortly after feel nauseated. The most concerning is that nagging tightness in your chest!

If you suffer from heartburn, you’re not alone – the escape of acid from your stomach into your throat (esophagus) is a serious problem for about 7 million Canadians (that’s almost a third of us)!

A healthy stomach produces acid to break down fats and kill pathogens on your food. To protect itself from the acid, the stomach lining produces a mucus layer. And, the opening to your stomach normally stays closed to keep the acid in – only opening to allow food in. When the stomach becomes unhealthy, the mucus lining can deteriorate, ulcers can form and the stomach opening can become leaky allowing acid to splash up into the esophagus. Keeping your stomach healthy is important.

WHAT IS HEARTBURN?

PUTTING OUT THE FIRE

Heartburn has a more official name - gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). In Canada, symptoms of GERD are often considered as a component of another condition called dyspepsia.

Dyspepsia can encompass a number of upper gastrointestinal symptoms including not only reflux, but also belching, bloating, and early satiety (feeling of fullness).

What can you do about it? Heartburn can be caused by stress, obesity, a hiatus hernia, a poor diet, pregnancy or a bacteria called H. pylori. Stress may not easily be removed from your lifestyle but, more than your heartburn will improve if you can get this unhealthy factor out of your life. Eating a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and beans can help reduce heart burn and will even help you drop a few pounds. Pregnancy and a hiatus hernia are two things we can’t really “fix”. But, we can fight back against the nastiest cause of heartburn – a bacteria called H. pylori.444

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H. PYLORI In your body there is a constant war being waged. It’s a classic case of good versus evil. However, if you are suffering from heartburn, the evil may be winning. H. pylori normally lives in the stomach without causing trouble. However, an unhealthy lifestyle filled with weight problems, a poor diet and/or stress can allow H. pylori to grow to infectious levels in your stomach, disturbing your stomach’s health. Canadian doctors are starting to test for H. pylori more regularly as it is thought to be a treatable cause of heartburn for many of us. Usually antibiotics are used to kill the H. pylori bacteria.

However, there are side effects to using antibiotics, most noticeably their ability to kill off the good bacteria in your body too.

BATTLE OF THE BUGS

• Raise the head of your bed by placing 4 to 6-inch blocks under the legs at the head of the bed.

• Try to eat two to three hours before lying down.

• Lose weight, if you're overweight.

Good should always prevail. Probiotics have been studied to see if they can win the battle against H. pylori. In combination with antibiotics, probiotics have been helpful for the treatment H. pylori infections. But, on their own probiotics may also work. About eighteen studies have been published to date on the effects of probiotic supplementation on H. pylori infections. Nine of the eighteen studies propose probiotics as an alternative solution to decrease H. pylori levels in at-risk populations. One probiotic even showed an ability to eradicate the H. pylori infection – L. reuteri.

Here are some of the probiotic species that appear to have beneficial effects in the battle against H. pylori for the stomach: Lactobacillus johnsonii La1, Bifidobacterium lactis, L. acidophilus, L. reuteri, Lactobacillus gasseri OLL2716, Lactobacillus brevis CD2, L. rhamnosus GG and S. boulardii.

• Quit smoking.

PROBIOTICS 101 • Don't overeat.

• Eat high-protein, high-fibre, low-fat meals.

• Avoid tight clothes.

• Avoid foods that give you heartburn.

• Avoid coffee (both regular and decaffeinated) and other caffeinated drinks and alcohol.

How do they do it? Your digestive tract is lined with receptor sites that are kind of like parking spaces. In a stomach infected with H. pylori the parking spaces are dominated by these nasty bacteria. Probiotics enter the stomach and fight for these parking spaces. They do this by producing substances that kill off the bad bacteria, called bacteriocins and organic acids. Plus, once parked, probiotics talk to the lining of the stomach to encourage healthy mucus production, proper immune system responses and other healthy benefits. Probiotics are the heros of your digestive tract, keeping it healthy and functioning properly. But, be wary as changes to your diet, stress, illness, traveling and antibiotic use will cause your probiotic levels to decline and can allow bad bacteria (e.g. H. pylori, Candida, E. Coli) to grow and cause problems. Hence, making probiotics part of your everyday diet can help good prevail over evil in your digestive tract.3

• Avoid citrus fruits and tomato products, chocolate, fatty foods, and spicy foods (pizza, chili, curry, onions).

Allison Tannis BSc, MSc, RHN is a nutritional consultant and author of four books, including bestseller “Probiotic Rescue” (Wiley, 2008). Allison has a masters of science in nutrition, and is a registered holistic nutritionist who provides nutritional consultation in the Burlington area and works with nutritional companies across North America to educate consumers about nutrition. Visit www.allisontannis.com for useful information tips about health and nutrition.

Call (905) 681-8107.

• Avoid NSAIDS (e.g. aspirin).

References:

• Avoid tension and stress.

1) Bergonzelli et al. Probiotics as a treatment strategy for gastrointestinal diseases? Digestion 2005;72:57-68.

• Try using probiotics.

2) Gotteland M, Brunser O, Cruchet S. Systematic review: are probiotics useful in controlling gastric colonization by Helicobacter pylori? Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2006 Apr 15;23(8):107786.

• Look into the herbal solution de-glycyrrhizinated licorice.

• Consider using digestive enzymes.

• Try peppermint oil.

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3) Marteau P, et al. Probiotics and intestinal health effects: a clinical perspective. British Journal of Nutrition 2002;88(1):S51-S57.

4) Saggioro A. et al. Helicobacter pylori eradication with Lactobacillus reuteri. A double-blind placebo-controlled study. To be published in J Digestive and Liver Dis, 2005.

5) Tomsen M. Probiotics, Enhancing Health with Beneficial Bacteria. Altern Complement Ther.

Feb. 2006: 14-21.

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Are You Too “Nice”?

Here’s how to make being “nice” work for you.

By Daylle Deanna Schwartz It’s a common belief nice people finish last. Many “nice” people who go out of their way to please everyone say they feel used or taken for granted. Men complain that women aren’t attracted to nice guys. “Nice” means being courteous, kind and respectful of others. It does not mean doing favors indiscriminately or always being agreeable or putting everyone’s needs ahead of your own.

Going overboard to please others makes you seem insecure, so people may take advantage of your need to please.

You can effectively stand up for yourself in a soft-spoken and friendly way by redefining what makes a person nice. Get further at work, set boundaries with friends and family and feel satisfied with most interactions by taking responsibility for how people treat you.

No one can take advantage or treat you poorly, if you don’t allow it.

You can change your response to people and become a nice person who finishes first.

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USE A GENTLE BUT FIRM TONE

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SPEAK WITH CONVICTION AND EXPECTATION

Speak nicely in a friendly manner that’s also firm about what you expect. Being anxious or frustrated can make you talk faster and your voice to rise in pitch, which makes you feel and sound out of control. To counter that, consciously slow down, enunciate your words and start with your voice an octave lower for more control and leeway if emotions kick in. Managing how you speak helps you feel more confident and sound more serious!

Sounding apologetic or unsure gets ignored. Appearing like you expect a bad response will probably get one. Put conviction in your message – a combo of how you phrase it and how assured you seem.

Speaking like you expect to get what you ask for gets better results.

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EXPLAIN, DON’T COMPLAIN

If you criticize, insult, whine, nag, lecture, or talk down to people, they get defensive. State your point in a calm, respectful and friendly manner, explaining why it bothers you. Getting dramatic or

taking frustration out on others foils good results. People don’t listen objectively to whining and complaining. Nicely but firmly explain the point for a better chance of being heard.

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STOP APOLOGIZING WHEN YOU’RE NOT SORRY

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TURN PEOPLE DOWN WITHOUT SAYING “NO”

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SMILE WHENEVER POSSIBLE

Have you said, “I’m sorry” out of habit after someone else goofed? We often equate apologizing with being polite. Constant apologies subconsciously reinforce guilt and feeling powerless.

Think about if it’s warranted. If you’re wrong, apologize for the specific action. Include the reason – “I’m sorry I…” to raise your awareness about if and why you’re really sorry to break the habit.

Try “I already have plans” or “this won’t work for me.” Don’t answer requests immediately. Say, you’ll check your schedule. Then email to say you can’t, which is easier. If it’s more comfortable at first, create excuses to ease you into it – you have to be somewhere else. Survival excuses allow you to bow out nicely. Consistent, reasonable excuses get folks out of the habit of always expecting your help. Eventually, just say “I can’t do it.” But, agree occasionally.

It makes people more amenable to your response or request. It also gives them less of an excuse to be angry at you for turning them down or expressing what bothers you. Smiling puts people, including you, into a better mood. That’s nicer than acting tough or aggressive, and increases your happiness! 3 Daylle Deanna Schwartz www.daylle.com is a speaker, self-empowerment counselor, and best-selling author of 10 books, including “Nice Girls Can Finish First” (McGraw-Hill). She’s been a guest on over 300 TV and radio shows, including Oprah, Howard Stern and Good Morning America. She also writes the popular blog, lessons from a Recovering DoorMat. www.lessonsfromarecoveringdoormat.com Healthy Directions June/July 2009 39

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Vacation Health Assurance YOU’VE EARNED YOUR VACATION TIME. ENJOY IT! DON’T LET AN ILLNESS RUIN A PERFECT GETAWAY.

By Tom Stokes PhD Biochemistry, BSc Staying healthy during a vacation should start before you leave. Fortifying the immune response prior to leaving is the best health assurance you can have and will go a long way to ensure you enjoy your vacation and stay healthy and strong after you return home. When the immune system is working well, it protects us from a variety of infectious agents like bacteria, viruses, parasites, even tumors.

The biggest disappointment for travelers, even more so than losing their luggage or getting sunburn is having their vacation spoiled by illness. Imagine enduring the line-ups for the washroom on the flight home, plagued with a case of dysentery! How does one best ensure good health while traveling? The answer: fortify your immune response for two weeks before the trip, during the time away and for two weeks after you arrive home.

There are many immune boosting formulas on the market that are used to prevent or lessen the severity and duration of infection. The most important aim of an immune boosting or cold and flu product is to ensure that the body’s innate immune response is put on high alert 24/7. This will maximize your body’s immune response to infection and minimize your chances of becoming ill.

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Superior beta-glucans (1,3-D/1,6) derived from the cell wall of bakers yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) and agaricus blazei murrill mushrooms have been garnering recent attention. Those looking to fortify their immune response effectively should also look for products containing the added benefit of zinc, copper and selenium.

Copper must be added, as zinc depletes the body’s copper stores. Add N-acetyl-L-cysteine as an antioxidant and glutathione precursor that breaks down mucus, boosts the immune system and has antiinflammatory properties and you have an unbeatable formula.

On September 11th 2001 an event took place that forever changed the world as we know it; the infamous 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center Twin Towers in New York City. That tragedy spawned national security efforts in every NATO country around the world, with a view to tighten up homeland security and prevent terrorist attacks. That tragic event also gave rise to unprecedented clinical research in immunology in an effort to fortify the human immune response should a terrorist attack of anthrax poisoning, bacteria warfare, or radiation poisoning from nuclear fall-out, occur.

Much of the research was done by the US Military. The research was thorough and credible; they wanted to know what would best fortify the immune response. There was no corporation funding the research with pre-determined results in mind. The simple objective was to learn what substance would offer the safest and most effective protection. After testing hundreds of products, that substance, by a substantial margin, was beta-glucans (1,3-D/1,6). The results achieved with beta-glucans were so significant that some researchers believe an immune or cold and flu formula without beta glucans, would now be considered irrelevant.

The research also concluded that not just any beta-glucans would work, the beta-glucan source must be of a high quality and not less than 70% pure, with the vital 1,3-D/1,6 linkage in their structure. The most effective and potent sources of beta-glucans are bakers yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) and agaricus blazei murrill mushrooms. Today the largest stock piler of beta-glucans is reported to be the US military. An exciting aspect of beta-glucans is the way they affect the human immune response to infection. 3 Tom Stokes PhD Biochemistry, BSc is a natural products researcher. For more information about beta-glucans visit: www.therapeutx.info.

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Make Your Own

Margarita Soap Summer Scrubbin’ A Margarita In Your Shower 2 cups glycerin base Coarse Salt (Added to your liking.)

6-7 drops lime essential oil Fresh Lime Zest

By Emily Taffel-Schaper I confess: I am a soap-aholic. I have a collection that would rival Imelda Marcos’ shoe obsession. I stockpile bars, decorative soap, flakes, beads and even paper that melts into a fine lather, each purchased and saved for guests but never put out, just in case someone actually used one!

I first made my own soap when I moved to Delray Beach, Florida into a home with a mango tree. The tree, which appeared to promise a plethora of fresh fruit, actually presented us with the daily task of picking up the fallen, undeveloped mangoes, leaving us buckets of un-ripened fruit. I got creative, pureed the mango and made my first bars of natural, melt and pour soap.

While there are several types of soap making processes, melt and pour soap is by far the easiest, most diverse, and best for beginners or children with adult supervision. It does not require the use of any chemicals nor does it create caustic fumes, making it the safest way to make soap. There are only 5 simple steps, but the resulting possibilities are endless!

STEP ONE: COVERING THE BASES Melt and pour bases are made of glycerin soap, vary in their degrees of transparency and blocks can be purchased with aloe, goat’s milk, shea butter and more. You can also mix bases to give

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you the desired properties. Glycerin bases can be found at most craft stores in the soap or candle making section or look online to find great pricing on bulk purchases.

STEP TWO: BUBBLE, BUBBLE, BOIL IN DOUBLE You can use the microwave to melt your glycerin base, but most people prefer to use a double boiler. You never want your glycerin to exceed 140 degrees and that is easier to control on the stove. Fill the large cooking pot with 1/4 cup of water and place 2 cups of glycerin (cut into fine pieces or grated) in the smaller melting pot, letting the base melt as the water boils.

STEP THREE: IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE THAT COUNTS What you do next will determine the soap’s smell, style and properties. Practice on test bars to determine the right mix of colors and scents and keep in mind that soap hardens relatively quickly – plan first and then melt.

You can use fruit, vegetables, herbs and other grocery store staples in your soap. Try pureed strawberries whose seeds exfoliate, powered milk and honey to clarify skin and ground mint for

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invigorating results. Though the shelf life of these items will be extended, they will eventually expire so use this soap in a timely fashion.

Essential oils, sold by the ounce, work best for adding fragrance. Experiment with mixing the oils to create custom scents, using approximately 1/2 – 1 oz. of oil / 1 lb. of soap base.

To color your soap you can use color chips, blocks, clay or liquid dye, adding sparingly to the base and building up to your chosen shade. If you add too much you can lighten it by adding more soap base. Other additives can include sugar, sea salt or coffee grinds to create an exfoliating scrub, glitter – made especially for soap making, flower petals and more.

STEP FOUR: SHAPE UP It is time to pour the soap into the mold and you may want to lightly coat the mold first with vegetable or olive oil. Allow the mixture to harden at room temperature. Check local stores for soap or even candy making molds or get crafty and cast your own mold.

Think outside the box – some of the best soap creations have never seen the inside of a store bought form.

STEP FIVE: ALMOST CLEAN After a few hours you will be able to remove your soap.

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Natural Beauty Tips Time can be your ally against aging.

By Dini Petty Without a doubt the healthier you are, the better you look.

Beyond any skin cream, beauty treatment, surgical improvement, whatever; health = beauty. So simple, but so difficult. It’s been known for years that most of us don’t get enough sleep, are dehydrated, don’t eat properly and don’t exercise on a regular basis mainly, because we move at warp speed and nobody has enough time and the easiest thing to forget about first, is yourself.

We take better care of our cars that we do our bodies.

You’d never get in the car in the morning without gas in the tank or oil in the engine, that would be just plain stupid. But how many times do we leave home in the morning without eating. You can always get another car, if fact most of us own several in a lifetime, but we only get this one body.

Time is a problem we all have. No one has enough of it which is why I adopted a mantra a year or so ago and even before I write it, just thinking it calms me down. It’s not that I get anymore or any less done in a day, I just do it with a slightly different attitude.

“I have all the time in the world. I have all the time in the world,” is the mantra I hear myself saying in stores where busy sales people

apologize, “Sorry, be with you in a minute.” I answer, “No hurry, I have all the time in the world.”

I’m a lot better at getting enough sleep, drinking enough water every day is my biggest challenge and I’m pretty good with the exercise thing and I look better for it.

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Find the Probiotic Balance

By Claude Gallant PhD Microbiology The mountain of evidence for the health benefits of probiotics and prebiotics has risen to a level where they are now mainstream and recognized by virtually every regulator and health authority. But do you know what they are, how they work and what they can do for you?

Think of your body as a planet and you are its caretaker. Your body is inhabited by approximately ten times more bacteria than you have human cells. These bacteria are found throughout your body but the majority of them (100s of trillions) colonize your gastrointestinal tract. Depending of their location in the gastrointestinal tract, the population and type (genus) of bacteria differ. The stomach and duodenum have 100s of thousands of bacteria, mostly facultative anaerobic bacteria (can live in the absence or presence of oxygen) whereas the lower part of your gut is composed mainly of anaerobic bacteria (those that can only live in the absence of oxygen). Your intestinal microbial community play critical roles in nutrition, development, metabolism, pathogen resistance (immunity), and modulation of your immune system.

However, your intestinal flora can also produce carcinogenic, mutagenic and even toxic substances that can hurt your body and cause disease. All intestinal flora can be divided into one of three general types; bacteria that help you (probiotics), those that harm you (pathogenic), and those that just exist.

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Intestinal flora imbalances are linked to digestive diseases, heart disease, allergies, obesity, IBS, urinary tract infections, cancer, and vaginal infections to name but a few. A balance between the â&#x20AC;&#x153;good and badâ&#x20AC;? bacteria in your intestines needs to be maintained at all times for optimal health. When this balance is disrupted by medication, diet, stress, age or disease it often allows the harmful pathogenic bacteria population to grow. As a preventative measure, this is one reason why the daily intake of probiotics is recommended by many health practitioners and regulatory bodies. By bolstering your probiotic population it is hoped you can maintain that fragile balance.

PROBIOTIC RICH FOODS AND SUPPLEMENTS Probiotics are found not only in yogurt but also to varying extents in milk, kefir, cheeses, and some fermented foods. As a supplement probiotics can be taken in capsule, tablet and powder forms. These beneficial inhabitants will help keep your bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intestinal tract healthy, but make an educated choice when you buy them.

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state). It must be able to attach and thrive in your gut (increasing their population in your gut). It must be tested and confirmed to be probiotic, not pathogenic. It should modulate your body’s natural defence system (the immune system).

HELPFUL PROBIOTICS ARE ALIVE Always remember probiotics must be alive to provide any health benefit. They have a limited life span (shelf life) after which they begin to die, losing their potency and health promoting abilities.

Purchasing from an unreliable source can be a waste of money if the product is already dead. As caretaker of your body your job is not yet over. You must feed your probiotics to ensure they flourish. All your intestinal bacteria (probiotic and pathogenic) need food to survive.

They feed on “leftover food” that is not absorbed in your upper gastrointestinal tract (non-digestible oligosaccharides, dietary fibres, undigested proteins, artificial substances, etc), as well as, the main glycoprotein of the mucus that lines your GI tract, dead bacteria and shed epithelial cells.

Providing your intestinal bacteria with bad quality food affects the health of the bacteria that reside in your gut. Accumulating evidence demonstrates that prebiotics are key to a healthy probiotic population. Prebiotics are non-digestible but fermentable foods which selectively promote the growth and /or activity of beneficial bacteria to positively affect your health. In addition to fortifying your probiotic colonies, this healthy food can improve your resistance to pathogens, improve bowel movement, help prevent colon cancer, increase calcium absorption and bioavailability, alleviate menopausal symptoms, and many other beneficial effects.

The most common type of prebiotic is from a soluble fibre called inulin and fructooligosaccharides. In response to consumer awareness, prebiotics can now be found in small amounts in some cereals, biscuits and breads. Not all prebiotics are created equal.

Here are some of the main characteristics of a good prebiotic.

They need to not be hydrolyzed or absorbed in the stomach or small

intestine. They must be clinically proven to encourage the growth and metabolism of your probiotics. They must not be used by pathogenic bacteria. They need to help change the balance of intestinal bacteria to favour probiotics.

Your diet influences which bacteria will thrive in your gut and thus which bacteria will have a greater influence on your health.

Provide your probiotics with a good prebiotic; so, they may flourish and inhibit the pathogenic population.

Eating unhealthy and taking a probiotic won’t undo the damage of an unhealthy diet. Tip the balance of your gastrointestinal colonization in favour of probiotics. Fortify their numbers with a good supplement, and provide them with healthy food! 3 Claude Gallant holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology from the University of Calgary.

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Eco Events CANADIAN RIVERS DAY WHEN: Sunday, June 14, 2009 WHERE: Ottawa, ON

For the fifth consecutive year, Ottawa Riverkeeper will be celebrate Canadian Rivers Day with a guided paddle on the Ottawa River (from Victoria Island to Petrie Island) as a way of bringing people and the river together. This year, the flotilla will include at least 12 Voyageur canoes, including the Ottawa River Brigade Canoe.

To learn more visit our website or call: ottawariverkeeper.ca 613-321-1120

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Green Earth THE 2ND ANNUAL ECO SAVVY FESTIVAL

SIXTH ANNUAL ART OF BEING GREEN FESTIVAL

2ND BIODIVERSITY YOUTH SYMPOSIUM

WHEN: June, 19 – 20, 2009 WHERE: North York, Mel

WHEN: July 10-12 WHERE: Lanark Highlands, ON

WHEN: July 5-9, 2009 WHERE: Ottawa, ON

Lastman Square, ON This free festival has a focus on helping consumers make informed choices while promoting local and sustainable businesses and organizations.

See green and responsibly made products & services, and hear from speakers on how to “screen through all the green.”

Enjoy live entertainment, delicious local organic food, and fun activities for all ages.

For more information visit: www.enlightenedevents.ca 647-723-3693

A free, weekend festival held at the Middleville Fairgrounds, about 45 minutes west of Ottawa. This festival showcases local, provincial and national efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and engages the public on renewable energy issues. AOBG features a large exhibit area, vendor trade show, workshops, interactive displays, children’s programs, entertainment and local food.

For more information visit: www.artofbeinggreen.com or call: 1-800-239-4695

100 students (Grade 6 to 12) and their chaperones will be gathering to: celebrate and share their local biodiversity efforts, to experience biodiversity, to develop methods to implement the Global Youth's Accord for Biodiversity, to foster youth engagement activities to enhance their understanding of global stewardship, and create a shared sense of understanding through acting locally and thinking globally.

For more information: www.biodiversitymatters.org

FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF ECO EVENTS VISIT WWW.PLANETFRIENDLY.NET

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