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 January 2003 Newsletter - Issue 6 The New Year has started with a boom for the What Really Works team - www.whatreallyworks.co.uk has now had over 2 million hits to the site!! |
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We wish you all a happy New Year and look forward to seeing you
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What Really Works' Top Tips for January! |
Post-winter
boost...
Feeling sluggish after winter? Invest in a blender and make your own
fat attack drink. Blend bananas, raspberries, almond butter, maple syrup,
yoghurt, and acidophilus powder. This mix will help reduce bloating and
promote better fat metabolism and digestion.
Winter wellness...
The B vitamins are known as nature's own stress busters and so can help prevent winter infections. Vitamin B6 is important but all the B vitamins work best when taken together - so take a good vitamin B Complex and eat more bananas, carrots, lentils, tuna, and salmon to get you through the rest of winter.
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Say Again? |
Some time ago there was a question about alternative treatment for
epilepsy. I would like to know if you still recommend anything that might
help - particularly where someone has suffered some brain damage as a
result of epilepsy.
- Name and address supplied
This condition is so serious, my advice would have been to find a qualified natural health practitioner who specialises in treating it and not to embark on a DIY regimen. Go back to the site for our list of contact organisations which can make a referral.
If you were on line for a recent Monday night chat, you will have seen me talking about the potential of a supplement called GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) in helping manage this condition. This supplement is more widely used as an anti-anxiety agent but clinical trials investigating its potential in treating epilepsy were promising.
If you want it, here is the reference for an article where the potential of GABA as an anticonvulsant was explored: Treiman DM. Gabaergic mechanisms in epilepsy. Epilepsia. 2001;42(Suppl3):8-12.
About a year ago the Sunday Times 'What's the Alternative' featured
a question on whether there was an appropriate supplement that a child
could be given to boost their immunity system before the MMR vaccination.
Unfortunately I have lost that copy of the Style section and would be
grateful for your help in this matter.
- Louise Simpson
Louise, I devoted a whole chapter of my new book, What Really Works for Kids to Vaccination and the MMR debate and advised that parents who either do or don't vaccinate find a homeopathic practitioner who can help support their child's system through both options.
We have posted a lot of this information on the website but if you are interested in the book, it is a long-term investment since it covers ages 0-15. Go back to the site and check out the Kids Zone where you can read part of this section and get the names of specialists who can help.
Companies who have been invited to take a commercial link to WRW can also submit news and research material to be considered for publication. WRW maintains independent editorial control over the contents of this newsletter, and the information that appears below has been selected by Susan Clark as being of special interest to subscribers.
To contact these companies, visit the whatreallyworks links page.
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Pure Wheatgrass Juice: An excellent winter energiser and revitaliser |
* Once exclusive to trendy juice bars, the amazing health benefits of fresh Wheatgrass juice are now available wherever you are. Sweet Wheat is a unique, easy-to-use, organic freeze-dried wheatgrass that has the nutritional properties of the finest freshly squeezed juice. It is available as powder or capsules.
Sweet Wheat is a great way to avoid the mid-afternoon energy slump. A teaspoonful of powder or 2 capsules can instantly revive flagging energy. It is also good for quick recovery from hangovers! Wheatgrass juice is a great winter pick-me-up as it is a natural energiser and immune system booster. The juice is packed with natural vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, amino acids and enzymes, which regenerate and detoxify the body.
Just a teaspoonful of powder is equivalent to the nutritional value of 750g of organically grown garden vegetables.
Sweet Wheat is distributed in the UK by Xynergy Health Products and is available by mail order, phone 08456 585858 and from good health stores. Price £6.95 for 3.75g seven days supply and £21.50 for 15g 30 days supply.
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First doctor-designed three-step supplement range |
* The Trilogy range uses a unique building block mechanism that helps
to increase the level of certain nutrients for those who need them
- without fear of taking too much. It is a simple three-step process making
things as clear as possible:
Step One : Select a vitamin and mineral formula - £7.99 for 28 tablets.
Select either the Complete Adult Formula or Enhanced Adult Formula
50+ - both with antioxidants, carotenoids and isoflavones.
Step Two : Add in an essential fatty acid formula - £7.99
for 28 tablets. Select either the Evening Primrose Oil Formula (for
healthy hormone balance, hair skin and nails) or Omega-3 Fish Oil
Formula (for healthy heart, circulation and joints) - both with
C0-Q10, wild oregano oil plus additional vitamin E for extra antioxidant
protection.
Step Three : Add a specific nutrient formula - £9.99 for 28 tablets.
Select Healthy Heart & Circulation, Healthy Resistance, Healthy
Energy or Healthy Back & Joints dependent on the particular health
need.
Dr Sarah Brewer explains: 'There's been a lot of media coverage recently
about the dangers of taking too many vitamins and minerals. I have spent
two years formulating the Trilogy range to overcome this problem and devised
it as a three-step process that allows mixing and matching to achieve
optimum health. Most people would benefit from taking a Trilogy Step One
plus a Trilogy Step Two for general health maintenance. Those with a particular
health need can then add in a Trilogy Step Three, depending on their individual
requirements.'
The range is available from Boots. For further information contact Lichtwer Pharma.
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Organic seeds for sprouting at home |
* New from Bioforce is BioSnacky, a range of organic seeds for
sprouting at home. There is a choice of seven organically grown and untreated
seeds: Alfalfa; Little Radish; Mung Bean; Fitness Mix (radish, mung bean,
wheat); Mild Aromatic Mix (lentils, mung bean, radish); Strong Aromatic
Mix (mung beans, radish) and Gourmet Mix (quinoa, radish, lentils). Each
has a different taste and nutritional benefits. All you need to get sprouting
is a jar with a muslin cover or a BioSnacky germinator.
BioSnacky seeds are organically grown, GM free and non-irradiated to guarantee
constant high quality sprouts and shoots. Fresh, crunchy sprouted seeds
are an excellent source of nutrition. Sprouting releases the vitamins,
minerals, enzymes and protein, providing more nutrients gram for gram
than any other natural food. Sprouting partially breaks down the carbohydrates,
fats and protein, increasing digestibility.
The BioSnacky range is available from health stores. The packs of seeds
cost 99p each. The 3-tier Germinator costs £13.95 and the Glass
Germinator is £3.99. For stockist enquiries phone 01294 277344 or
visit Bioforce
online.
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Ultimate Defence in the Cold War |
* Ester-C is a revolutionary and naturally sourced form of vitamin
C and a premier antioxidant that neutralises free radicals, making
them easier for the body to eliminate. It is the only patented brand that
contains powerful metabolites responsible for delivering its benefits
where needed. Calcium and other metabolites combine with ascorbic acid
producing Ester-C, which is easier for the body to absorb and use, and
minimises the potential for digestive irritation, which everyday vitamin
C is known for causing.
A recent clinical trial found Ester-C significantly reduced the effects
of colds and their frequency, and brought about relief in shorter periods
than a placebo. Additionally, it found taking 1000mg of Ester-C (usually
available in 500 or 1000mg tablets) resulted in a 25% reduction in the
likelihood of catching a cold; it reduced the number of cold-infected
days by 30% and; 64% of people felt generally better whilst taking Ester-C.
Country Life
markets a range of four Ester-C products, including a brand new 'vegetarian
capsule' version. Country Life Ester-C is available via a nationwide network
of independent health food stores. For further information and your nearest
stockist, contact Country
Life on 0800 146215.
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Help for Rosacea sufferers |
* Rosacea is a common yet little recognised skin condition that affects
both women and men. Some people can have it for years with only minor
flare-ups; others soon get more advanced symptoms. Unfortunately, early
recognition is sabotaged at the outset by innocent looking symptoms such
as blushing excessively or flushing after spicy foods or an alcoholic
drink. These can indicate the first signs of rosacea, yet are often misdiagnosed.
The clients who come to Sher have tried every conventional treatment without
success. The system incorporates an interactive group of calming products
which when used correctly will gently cleanse, soften and heal the skin.
The main catalyst is gentle rinsing with temperature controlled water
therapy. This part of the programme helps to flush out impurities and
hydrates the skin. There are simple treatment products; a serum containing
lavender oil and a lotion that is antibacterial, it calms the skin and
absorbs excess oil. There is also a natural looking protective make-up
for women and two factor 20 sunscreen preparations.
The most important aspect of the system is that each client is issued
with a tailor-made regime. For those unable to attend a personal consultation,
a mail order service is available accompanied with a teaching video. Phone
020-7499 4022 for further information, or visit the
Sher website.
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* Disclaimer: The advice in this newsletter should not be taken as a substitute for medical advice or treatment, especially if you know you have a specific health complaint. Our advice is that you find a GP who is sympathetic to the usefulness of natural medicine.