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1. Put This Food on Your Hair for a New Level of Luster
2. Dr T's Tip, Calcium vs. Drugs for Bones
3. Improving Your Diabetic Condition With Exercise 
4. Study: Aspartame Leads to Autism, MS, Cancer 

Put This Food on Your Hair for a New Level of Luster

Did you know one of the best personal care products you'll ever find may be sitting in your kitchen cupboard right now?

I'm talking about coconut oil, which is equally beneficial externally as it is taken internally, and can be used for both skin and hair.

For complete story  Coconut Oil and Hair

Calcium vs. Drugs for Bones

A study done at the University of Illinois has found that adults who increase their intake of calcium and vitamin D usually increase bone mineral density and reduce the risk of hip fracture markedly.

Co-author of the study, Professor Karen Chapman-Novakofski said that prescription bone-building medicines should be a last resort. Besides being expensive, the drugs also come with side effects such as hip fractures and jaw necrosis (death of cells in the jaw bone).

To explain the side effects of bone drugs, Professor Chapman-Novakofski says that a class of drug called “Bisphosphonates” operates by shutting down the cells that break down old bone. When this happens, new bone is built on top of old bone. The bone density may be higher, but the bone built is not as structurally sound.

The study says that stronger bone density is often accomplished through supplements of calcium and vitamin D, but that food is also a good source of these nutrients. High calcium foods include spinach, kale, collards, white beans, sardines, salmon, and calcium-fortified foods like orange juice, oatmeal and cereal. They recommend “…Following a diet that’s high in fruits and vegetables, has adequate calcium and protein, and is light on salt."

To your strong bone health,   Dr. T

Dr. Charlene Thorburn R.N., D.C.
Chiropractor and Nutritional Consultant
Thorburn Chiropractic and Wellness Center
1612 W. Burbank Blvd. Burbank, CA 91506
http://www.ThorburnChiropractic.com 
Phone: 818-841-1313 Fax: 818-841-3340 

For this Research Article Bone Health Nutrition Issues in Aging



Improving Your Diabetic Condition With Exercise

Explanation of the role of exercise in the management of diabetes as a means of controlling blood sugar naturally and of the higher morning sugar levels known as the dawn phenomena.

The type 2 diabetic condition is brought about by a diet that is too high in carbohydrates and a lack of nutrients, which results in the insulin the body naturally produces becoming less and less effective in keeping blood sugar levels under control and in a normal range.

While change in diet and proper nutritional supplementation have a dramatic effect in controlling blood sugar naturally without the need for drugs or insulin, exercise can greatly contribute to the overall control of the diabetic condition, as can be seen in the following excerpt:

"While many people may begin exercising out of a sense of responsibility - the way children eat vegetables they don't like - the main reason they keep exercising is that it feels good."

"Overall, people who exercise regularly are better equipped to carry on day-to-day activities as they age."

"One of the great benefits is that many people find that when they exercise, they have less desire to overeat."

"Even though your fat won't 'melt away,' exercise, particularly if you're a Type II diabetic, is still of value in a weight-reduction program because muscle building reduces insulin resistance."

"As you increase your muscle mass, your insulin needs will be reduced - and having less insulin present in your bloodstream will reduce the amount of fat you pack away."

"As a result, your own insulin production gradually becomes more effective at lowering blood sugar."

excerpted from Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution
by Dr. Richard K. Bernstein

Higher Morning Sugar Levels?

Blood sugar can be kept at normal levels throughout the day, yet, many diabetics find that even though they have not eaten before bedtime, when they wake up in the morning their blood sugar levels are elevated. This is caused by something called the "dawn phenomenon":

"Although the mechanics of the dawn phenomenon aren't yet entirely clear, research suggests that the liver deactivates more circulating insulin during the early morning hours." [This results in sugar not being pushed into cells for energy but building up in the blood instead.]

"Investigators have actually measured blood sugar every hour throughout the night under similar circumstances. They find that the entire blood sugar increase occurs about 6-10 hours after bedtime for most people who are so affected."

"Both the time it takes for blood sugar to increase and the amount of the increase vary from one person to another. An increase may be negligible in some and profound in others."

excerpted from Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution
by Dr. Richard K. Bernstein

You can begin maintaining healthy blood sugar levels with regular exercise combined with a low carbohydrate diet and by supplementing with a natural med to lower blood sugar. This can also help reduce the effects of the "dawn phenomenon".

For more information about Diabetes and what you can do

As obesity continues to plague our country on epidemic levels, there’s always another diet or trend around every corner. “Diet” drinks and foods are always popping up, and for every good claim they make there’s just as much negative about them that we hear the next day. We’ve all heard about negative effects of aspartame, which you may know better as NutraSweet. New information from retired food scientist  Dr. Woodrow C. Monte sheds additional light on exactly what it does, how it does it, and how concerned you should be with your intake of “diet” food and drink.

For Article: Aspartame

A Sinus Relief Success - I Have Not Had the Problem Since

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From Paula Sandin in Maryland

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