Is Aloe really the miracle plant people say it is? Scientific studies have shown it is effective in the treatment of many conditions. Dr. Ivan Danhof, a gastroenterologist teaching at the Southwestern Medical School of the University of Texas Health Sciences Center, Dallas, is considered the world’s foremost expert on aloe vera. His research into this amazing healing plant began with investigations into the effectiveness of the aloe in healing ulcers. To his amazement, he found that in fact aloe did heal stomach ulcers in lab animals, so he tested this new revelation against standardized ulcer drugs and found aloe was equal to if not superior to Tagamet. This was the beginning of his quest to uncover more about this aloe vera plant and what other benefits could be derived both internally and externally by the use of aloe vera, and he has since found many other benefits.

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We strive to maintain our health today with exercise, diet and preventative care by visiting our general practitioners annually, but what about our eyes? How often should you see an optometrist? Today eye exams are recommended once a year for a multitude of reasons, and having good vision doesn’t exclude the need. A person can have 20/20 vision and still require prescription glasses to help with symptoms such as fatigue and headaches caused by binocular or accommodative disorders. An optometrist is not only trained in detecting ocular diseases, like glaucoma macular degeneration and tumors, but also systemic conditions, that often times have changes within the eyes, such as diabetes, hypertension and multiple sclerosis. Many of these diseases may be asymptomatic in the early stages, but can cause permanent vision loss if not detected early. So if you’ve never seen an optometrist, or it’s been a few years, you’re overdue.

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Autumn is here and winter is just around the corner, it’s time to prepare to bypass those colds and nasty flu bugs that come with it. Take a common sense approach to staying healthy by avoiding getting sick in the first place. Keep a positive outlook and maintain a healthy, active lifestyle. Eat a diet rich in antioxidants and nutritious foods. Keep stress levels low and rest your body and mind so that you can stay strong. There is no substitute for good hygiene – wash your hands thoroughly and often with plain old soap and water. Take some natural remedies, herbal supplements, super-foods and probiotics to help in the battle to ward off attacks from viral and bacterial infections. At Thrifty Foods Vitamins & More Dept. we have an extensive array of alternative and natural products to keep your immune system functioning at it’s best.

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The sciatic nerve is a large nerve that begins at the base of the spine and that passes through the buttocks, and continues down the back of the thigh and into the lower leg. This nerve can become compressed or inflamed. If this occurs, pain begins to travel down the back of your leg. This pain is referred to as sciatica. Sciatica can be caused by a bulging disc, arthritis of the spine, a tight piriformis muscle in your buttocks and even trigger points in your muscles. Depending on the cause and the severity, you could also experience numbness, tingling or weakness in the leg. If you experience any of these symptoms, see your massage therapist as soon as possible for assessment and treatment. Massage can help reduce and reverse the pain and discomfort associated with sciatica.

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I was frustrated. Exhausted. Hopeless. I felt trapped in a body that didn’t fit, and stuck in a lifestyle I didn’t want.  For three years I searched for an answer. I certainly didn’t know it would come in the form of network marketing and shakes, but in April 2012 my life completely changed for the better. A friend suggested I try an Isagenix cleanse. Within the first week I could feel a shift – I remember waking up one morning feeling joyful for the first time in a long time. By week five I had lost 21 lbs. My passion and mission is to positively impact and transform as many lives as I can. Isagenix is my vehicle to do this, and, with it, my ability to impact lives increases exponentially and indefinitely. I have the recipe to teach people the necessary mindset to not only start, but transform their lives.

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Why does aloe vera work? In a previous newsletter we mentioned the 6 antiseptic agents and 3 anti-inflammatory fatty acids and their benefits, now if we add that aloe contains at least 23 polypeptides (immune stimulators), then we understand why aloe juice helps to enhance and strengthen the immune system. The anti-inflammatory fatty acids can be helpful for the stomach, small intestine and colon. It naturally alkalizes digestive juices to prevent over-acidity – a common cause of indigestion. It helps cleanse the digestive tract by exerting a soothing, balancing effect. A newly discovered compound in aloe, acemannan, is currently being studied for its ability to strengthen the body’s natural resistance. Studies have shown acemannan to boost T-lymphocyte cells that aid the immune system. Aloe vera is a juice like other juices on the market, except it has greater benefits for over all good health and vitality.

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