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  <subtitle type="text">The Best Doctor is Your Own Body - Wayne Garland

It is startlingly simple, but genius in its underlying intelligence. You can achieve maximum health, free of disease well into your 100's. A state where your body vibrates at a frequency that disease cannot take hold, a level where your body puts out fires within you as they start, repairing damaged cells and nerves and neurons, preventing disease from happening in the first place. We call this, Contagious Health. Will you join us?!</subtitle>
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    <title type="text">Top 10 Natural Ways to Support Breast Health</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h2&gt;
Everyday Habits That Protect Your Health
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;1. Schedule regular screenings.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Early detection saves lives. Regular mammograms or other recommended screenings can dramatically improve outcomes. If you have dense breast tissue, talk with your doctor about additional imaging options such as ultrasound or MRI.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;2. Understand your body.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Women with “dense breasts” are at higher risk, and dense tissue can make mammograms less effective. Ask your healthcare provider if you have dense tissue and what screenings are best for you.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;3. Explore complementary imaging.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;While mammograms are important, studies show that MRIs and ultrasounds can reveal tumors that mammograms might miss. Advocate for yourself — knowledge is empowerment.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;4. Maintain a healthy weight and reduce belly fat.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Excess belly fat acts as a hormone factory, releasing excess estrogen that may fuel hormone-related cancers. Aim for a balanced diet and consistent activity.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;5. Move your body daily.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;A minimum of 30 minutes of movement every day helps keep hormones balanced and supports healthy metabolism. Walking, yoga, or light resistance training — whatever you enjoy — consistency matters most.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;6. Limit alcohol consumption.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Alcohol increases breast cancer risk by affecting hormone metabolism and DNA repair. Enjoy a drink occasionally, but moderation is key — and your body will thank you.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;7. Eat the rainbow — especially plants.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Fruits, vegetables, and flaxseed support hormone balance and detoxification. Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, cabbage, and cauliflower are especially powerful.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;8. Quit smoking for good.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Smoking increases risk not just for breast cancer, but for lung, colon, and throat cancers too. The good news? Your body begins repairing itself the moment you stop.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;9. Limit or eliminate dairy.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Many studies link high dairy consumption with elevated hormone levels and increased breast cancer risk. Choose alternatives such as organic soy, almond, or oat milk instead.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;10. Avoid synthetic hormone replacement drugs.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Long-term use of synthetic hormones has been linked to increased cancer risk. Consider natural alternatives that support hormone balance — like &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Balanced-Woman target=_blank&gt;Balanced Woman&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM target=_blank&gt;DIM&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, and &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP target=_blank&gt;Progesterone Boost&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; — for a safer, more holistic approach.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h4 style=padding:20px&gt;
Additional &amp;nbsp;Nutritional Support
&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Vitamin-D3-2000iu target=_blank&gt;Vitamin D3&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Research continues to show that optimal Vitamin D3 levels are crucial for immune defense. Most adults benefit from 5,000–10,000 IU daily.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Supports the immune system and strengthens the body’s natural defenses with alkylglycerols.
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2025-10-20T12:13:19-05:00</published>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h2&gt;
Everyday Habits That Protect Your Health
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;1. Schedule regular screenings.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Early detection saves lives. Regular mammograms or other recommended screenings can dramatically improve outcomes. If you have dense breast tissue, talk with your doctor about additional imaging options such as ultrasound or MRI.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;2. Understand your body.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Women with “dense breasts” are at higher risk, and dense tissue can make mammograms less effective. Ask your healthcare provider if you have dense tissue and what screenings are best for you.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;3. Explore complementary imaging.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;While mammograms are important, studies show that MRIs and ultrasounds can reveal tumors that mammograms might miss. Advocate for yourself — knowledge is empowerment.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;4. Maintain a healthy weight and reduce belly fat.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Excess belly fat acts as a hormone factory, releasing excess estrogen that may fuel hormone-related cancers. Aim for a balanced diet and consistent activity.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;5. Move your body daily.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;A minimum of 30 minutes of movement every day helps keep hormones balanced and supports healthy metabolism. Walking, yoga, or light resistance training — whatever you enjoy — consistency matters most.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;6. Limit alcohol consumption.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Alcohol increases breast cancer risk by affecting hormone metabolism and DNA repair. Enjoy a drink occasionally, but moderation is key — and your body will thank you.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;7. Eat the rainbow — especially plants.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Fruits, vegetables, and flaxseed support hormone balance and detoxification. Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, cabbage, and cauliflower are especially powerful.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;8. Quit smoking for good.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Smoking increases risk not just for breast cancer, but for lung, colon, and throat cancers too. The good news? Your body begins repairing itself the moment you stop.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;9. Limit or eliminate dairy.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Many studies link high dairy consumption with elevated hormone levels and increased breast cancer risk. Choose alternatives such as organic soy, almond, or oat milk instead.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;10. Avoid synthetic hormone replacement drugs.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Long-term use of synthetic hormones has been linked to increased cancer risk. Consider natural alternatives that support hormone balance — like &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Balanced-Woman target=_blank&gt;Balanced Woman&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM target=_blank&gt;DIM&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, and &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP target=_blank&gt;Progesterone Boost&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; — for a safer, more holistic approach.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h4 style=padding:20px&gt;
Additional &amp;nbsp;Nutritional Support
&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Vitamin-D3-2000iu target=_blank&gt;Vitamin D3&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Research continues to show that optimal Vitamin D3 levels are crucial for immune defense. Most adults benefit from 5,000–10,000 IU daily.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt;:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Supports the immune system and strengthens the body’s natural defenses with alkylglycerols.
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
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    <title type="text">DIM: Nature’s Defender for Hormone Balance and Cellular Health</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;How a natural compound in broccoli and kale supports your body’s own balance and resilience.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Berkeley Discovery
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
“This discovery at Berkeley is one of the most profound findings in immunology — worthy of a Nobel Prize nomination.”&lt;br&gt;— &lt;i&gt;Janet Baum, M.D., Ph.D.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Researchers at the &lt;b&gt;University of California, Berkeley,&lt;/b&gt; made a remarkable discovery while studying &lt;i&gt;Diindolylmethane&amp;nbsp;&lt;/i&gt;(DIM), a natural compound produced during the digestion of cruciferous vegetables such as &lt;b&gt;broccoli, cabbage, kale, and Brussels sprouts&lt;/b&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Their findings revealed that DIM helps activate the immune system and support healthy hormone metabolism — offering new insights into how the body maintains balance and protects itself at the cellular level.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Brassica Paradox
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cruciferous vegetables are nutritional powerhouses, yet cooking or over-consuming them raw can limit their full benefits.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When eaten raw, they produce beneficial compounds like DIM, but also goitrogens&amp;nbsp;that can interfere with thyroid function if consumed in excess.&lt;br&gt;Cooking removes most goitrogens but destroys the enzyme needed to convert them into DIM.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is known as the &lt;b&gt;Brassica Paradox&lt;/b&gt;, which led scientists to explore purified forms of DIM that capture its health benefits without the drawbacks.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Restoring Hormone Balance Naturally
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Modern life bombards us with &lt;b&gt;environmental estrogens&lt;/b&gt; — found in plastics, pesticides, personal care products, and even tap water. These synthetic compounds can disrupt the body’s natural hormone rhythm.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
For both men and women, DIM helps restore&amp;nbsp;balance by improving how the body metabolizes estrogen. It encourages the conversion of stronger, potentially harmful estrogens into gentler, protective forms.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Balanced hormones play a key role in:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Breast and prostate health&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Healthy weight and metabolism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Energy and mood regulation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reproductive and cellular wellness&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
How DIM Supports the Body
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
“DIM doesn’t add hormones — it helps your body use them wisely.”
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Research shows DIM helps:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Promote healthy estrogen metabolism&lt;/b&gt; – balancing protective vs. aggressive estrogen metabolites.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Enhance detoxification&lt;/b&gt; – supporting the liver’s natural pathways for hormone and toxin clearance.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Reduce inflammation&lt;/b&gt; – calming immune overactivity that can damage tissues and accelerate aging.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Support breast and prostate wellness&lt;/b&gt; – encouraging healthy cell growth and repair.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These mechanisms help the body maintain internal harmony and resilience — a foundation of true wellness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
What the Science Says
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Modern studies continue to confirm DIM’s wide-ranging biological activity:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Hormone modulation:&lt;/b&gt; Human studies show DIM can shift the ratio of 2-hydroxy to 16-hydroxy estrogens, an important marker of hormone balance.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Anti-inflammatory effects:&lt;/b&gt; DIM helps reduce inflammatory messengers such as TNF-a and IL-6.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Cellular protection:&lt;/b&gt; Lab research suggests that DIM supports healthy cell turnover and oxygen utilization, creating an environment less favorable to abnormal growth.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
While research is ongoing, these findings highlight how nutrients in everyday vegetables can have profound effects on long-term health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The My Body as Doctor Approach
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
DIM is one example of how nature equips us with powerful tools for balance. Real wellness happens when those tools work together — through a &lt;b&gt;whole-food diet&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;movement&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;restorative sleep&lt;/b&gt;, and &lt;b&gt;stress management&lt;/b&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When the body receives what it needs, it knows how to heal, restore, and thrive.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
References
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Zeligs, M. A., et al. &lt;i&gt;Clinical studies on Diindolylmethane and estrogen metabolism.&lt;/i&gt; &lt;a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3048776"&gt;PMC3048776&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2024).&lt;/b&gt; “Real-World Evaluation of DIM’s Effects on Estrogen Metabolism.” &lt;a href="https://bmccomplementmedtherapies.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12906-024-04708-7"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2025).&lt;/b&gt; “Diindolylmethane (DIM) Integrative Oncology Monograph.” &lt;a href="https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/diindolylmethane"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;DovePress Review (2023).&lt;/b&gt; “Anti-Cancer and Other Biological Effects of 3,3'-Diindolylmethane.” &lt;a href="https://www.dovepress.com/anti-cancer-and-other-biological-effects-of-a-dietary-compound-33-diin-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-NDS"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Disclaimer
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any supplement or program, especially if pregnant, nursing, or using hormone-based medications.
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2025-10-17T00:00:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-20T15:57:01-06:00</updated>
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    <content type="html">&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;How a natural compound in broccoli and kale supports your body’s own balance and resilience.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Berkeley Discovery
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
“This discovery at Berkeley is one of the most profound findings in immunology — worthy of a Nobel Prize nomination.”&lt;br&gt;— &lt;i&gt;Janet Baum, M.D., Ph.D.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Researchers at the &lt;b&gt;University of California, Berkeley,&lt;/b&gt; made a remarkable discovery while studying &lt;i&gt;Diindolylmethane&amp;nbsp;&lt;/i&gt;(DIM), a natural compound produced during the digestion of cruciferous vegetables such as &lt;b&gt;broccoli, cabbage, kale, and Brussels sprouts&lt;/b&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Their findings revealed that DIM helps activate the immune system and support healthy hormone metabolism — offering new insights into how the body maintains balance and protects itself at the cellular level.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Brassica Paradox
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cruciferous vegetables are nutritional powerhouses, yet cooking or over-consuming them raw can limit their full benefits.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When eaten raw, they produce beneficial compounds like DIM, but also goitrogens&amp;nbsp;that can interfere with thyroid function if consumed in excess.&lt;br&gt;Cooking removes most goitrogens but destroys the enzyme needed to convert them into DIM.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is known as the &lt;b&gt;Brassica Paradox&lt;/b&gt;, which led scientists to explore purified forms of DIM that capture its health benefits without the drawbacks.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Restoring Hormone Balance Naturally
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Modern life bombards us with &lt;b&gt;environmental estrogens&lt;/b&gt; — found in plastics, pesticides, personal care products, and even tap water. These synthetic compounds can disrupt the body’s natural hormone rhythm.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
For both men and women, DIM helps restore&amp;nbsp;balance by improving how the body metabolizes estrogen. It encourages the conversion of stronger, potentially harmful estrogens into gentler, protective forms.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Balanced hormones play a key role in:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Breast and prostate health&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Healthy weight and metabolism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Energy and mood regulation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reproductive and cellular wellness&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
How DIM Supports the Body
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
“DIM doesn’t add hormones — it helps your body use them wisely.”
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Research shows DIM helps:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Promote healthy estrogen metabolism&lt;/b&gt; – balancing protective vs. aggressive estrogen metabolites.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Enhance detoxification&lt;/b&gt; – supporting the liver’s natural pathways for hormone and toxin clearance.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Reduce inflammation&lt;/b&gt; – calming immune overactivity that can damage tissues and accelerate aging.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Support breast and prostate wellness&lt;/b&gt; – encouraging healthy cell growth and repair.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These mechanisms help the body maintain internal harmony and resilience — a foundation of true wellness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
What the Science Says
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Modern studies continue to confirm DIM’s wide-ranging biological activity:
&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Hormone modulation:&lt;/b&gt; Human studies show DIM can shift the ratio of 2-hydroxy to 16-hydroxy estrogens, an important marker of hormone balance.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Anti-inflammatory effects:&lt;/b&gt; DIM helps reduce inflammatory messengers such as TNF-a and IL-6.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Cellular protection:&lt;/b&gt; Lab research suggests that DIM supports healthy cell turnover and oxygen utilization, creating an environment less favorable to abnormal growth.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
While research is ongoing, these findings highlight how nutrients in everyday vegetables can have profound effects on long-term health.
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&lt;h2&gt;
The My Body as Doctor Approach
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&lt;p&gt;
DIM is one example of how nature equips us with powerful tools for balance. Real wellness happens when those tools work together — through a &lt;b&gt;whole-food diet&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;movement&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;restorative sleep&lt;/b&gt;, and &lt;b&gt;stress management&lt;/b&gt;.
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When the body receives what it needs, it knows how to heal, restore, and thrive.
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References
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&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Zeligs, M. A., et al. &lt;i&gt;Clinical studies on Diindolylmethane and estrogen metabolism.&lt;/i&gt; &lt;a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3048776"&gt;PMC3048776&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2024).&lt;/b&gt; “Real-World Evaluation of DIM’s Effects on Estrogen Metabolism.” &lt;a href="https://bmccomplementmedtherapies.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12906-024-04708-7"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2025).&lt;/b&gt; “Diindolylmethane (DIM) Integrative Oncology Monograph.” &lt;a href="https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/diindolylmethane"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;DovePress Review (2023).&lt;/b&gt; “Anti-Cancer and Other Biological Effects of 3,3'-Diindolylmethane.” &lt;a href="https://www.dovepress.com/anti-cancer-and-other-biological-effects-of-a-dietary-compound-33-diin-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-NDS"&gt;Link&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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Disclaimer
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&lt;p&gt;
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure disease. Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any supplement or program, especially if pregnant, nursing, or using hormone-based medications.
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    <title type="text">The Power of Balance: How Natural Compounds Support Breast Wellness</title>
    <summary type="html">Discover how natural compounds like DIM support hormone balance and breast wellness. Learn what current research reveals and how nutrition and lifestyle choices help create long-term hormonal harmony.</summary>
    <published>2025-10-10T17:48:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:24:12-06:00</updated>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h2&gt;
Understanding the Basics
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3,3'-diindolylmethane (DIM) is a compound formed in the body when indole-3-carbinol (I3C) — found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts — is metabolized. (&lt;a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5059820/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;PMC&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;br&gt;Research interest in DIM arises because it may influence hormone metabolism, particularly estrogen pathways, and play a role in cellular processes tied to breast cancer risk. (&lt;a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5571834/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;PMC&lt;/a&gt;)
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What Research Has Found So Far
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Evidence from lab, animal, and human studies
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&lt;li&gt;In vitro (cell) and animal studies suggest DIM affects processes such as detoxification enzyme activation, estrogen-metabolite production, cell proliferation, and inflammatory pathways. (&lt;a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5059820/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;PMC&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;One human randomized trial (in women on tamoxifen) found that DIM increased levels of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) — a protein linked to lower breast cancer risk — though it did &lt;b&gt;not&lt;/b&gt; significantly change serum estrogen levels or breast density within 12 months. (&lt;a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5571834/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;PMC&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A small prospective, non-randomized study in healthy women who carry a BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation found that daily DIM 100&amp;nbsp;mg for 1 year was associated with a modest decline in MRI-measured fibroglandular breast tissue (a risk marker) in 23 participants. (&lt;a href="https://academic.oup.com/carcin/article/41/10/1395/5847633?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;OUP Academic&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
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What this means (and doesn’t)
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&lt;li&gt;These findings &lt;b&gt;suggest&lt;/b&gt; DIM &lt;i&gt;may&lt;/i&gt; favourably influence hormone metabolism and breast-tissue risk metrics.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;However, &lt;b&gt;no large, long-term human trial&lt;/b&gt; has yet shown that DIM &lt;i&gt;prevents&lt;/i&gt; breast cancer or significantly alters outcomes in diagnosed breast cancer cases. (&lt;a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/dim-supplement?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;Healthline&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Because DIM may modulate hormone pathways and interact with medications (e.g., via CYP450 enzymes), caution is needed, particularly in women who are pregnant, on hormone therapy, taking tamoxifen, or undergoing cancer treatment. (&lt;a href="https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/diindolylmethane?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
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Why Hormone Balance Matters for Breast Health
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Hormones—especially estrogens—play a known role in breast-tissue biology. The way estrogens are metabolized (for instance, via the 2-hydroxy vs. the 16a-hydroxy pathways) is associated&amp;nbsp;with differing breast cancer risks in observational studies. (&lt;a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7566319/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;PMC&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;br&gt;Therefore, supporting healthy hormone metabolism (via diet, lifestyle, and nutrient support) can be a strategic component of breast health—not as a replacement for screening or medical care, but as part of a proactive overall approach.
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Practical Guidelines for Consideration
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Here are evidence-informed steps that align with responsible messaging:
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Eat plenty of cruciferous vegetables.&lt;/b&gt; These help generate DIM naturally and support broader cellular detoxification and hormone-metabolizing pathways.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;If considering supplementation of DIM&lt;/b&gt;, do so in consultation with a qualified health-care provider—especially if there are hormone-sensitive conditions, medication use, pregnancy or breastfeeding.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Recognize that DIM is part of the picture—not the whole picture.&lt;/b&gt; Nutrition, exercise, healthy body composition, minimal exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals, good sleep, and stress management all contribute.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Don’t skip standard screening and care.&lt;/b&gt; Mammograms, clinical breast exams, and genetic counseling, when indicated, remain essential.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Be realistic about claims.&lt;/b&gt; While DIM shows promise, it should &lt;b&gt;not&lt;/b&gt; be presented as a standalone cure or guaranteed prevention for breast cancer: the human evidence is still emerging.&lt;/li&gt;
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Summary
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&lt;p&gt;
DIM is a compelling compound: derived from foods, linked to hormone-modulating mechanisms, and supported by preliminary human data. For those committed to hormone balance and breast-health vigilance, DIM may be a meaningful addition to a well-rounded lifestyle strategy. But it is &lt;b&gt;not&lt;/b&gt; a magic bullet. The smart path is one of informed choice, strong lifestyle foundations, and partnership with trusted health-care professionals.
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By focusing on hormone balance, nutritional support, and lifestyle resilience, women can step into a frame of empowerment—not fear. As more research unfolds, DIM may play a larger role in breast-health protocols. In the meantime, it’s wise, supportive, and forward-looking to keep hormone health at the core of prevention.
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Additional Resources
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&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=color:#000&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.zrtlab.com/ &gt;&lt;b&gt;ZRT Laboratory – Hormone Testing Kits&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; — at-home saliva testing options for tracking hormone balance, recommended for use in consultation with a healthcare provider.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=color:#000&gt;&lt;a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&amp;rct=j&amp;q=&amp;esrc=s&amp;source=web&amp;cd=1&amp;cad=rja&amp;uact=8&amp;ved=0CB4QFjAA&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FNo-Dairy-Breast-Cancer-Prevention-Program%2Fdp%2F0312291671&amp;ei=37bSVNmjPOnlsATXzILYBA&amp;usg=AFQjCNGrQ6qpYZjXaj0AGtHOriJCA6R7iQ&amp;sig2=xb8s1fvpzAi0inesdwE7mA&amp;bvm=bv.85142067,bs.1,d.cGU" target=_blank&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The No Dairy Breast Cancer Prevention Program&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; -&lt;/span&gt;&amp;nbsp;a practical guide connecting plant-based nutrition and hormone balance.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/diindolylmethane&gt;&lt;b&gt;Memorial Sloan Kettering – DIM Monograph&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; — evidence summary on DIM and hormone metabolism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=color:#000&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eat PLANT STRONG!&lt;/strong&gt; The closer to the ground, the better!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
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References
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&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thomson C.A., Chow H.H., Wertheim B.C. et al. &lt;i&gt;A randomized, placebo-controlled trial of diindolylmethane for breast cancer biomarker modulation in patients taking tamoxifen.&lt;/i&gt; Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2017. (&lt;a href="https://magistralbr.caldic.com/storage/product-files/1951286071.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;Magistral BR&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Browne et al. &lt;i&gt;Chemopreventive properties of 3,3'-diindolylmethane in breast cancer.&lt;/i&gt; Nutr Rev. 2016. (&lt;a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27261275/?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;PubMed&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Milner et al. &lt;i&gt;“3,3'-Diindolylmethane and indole-3-carbinol: potential therapeutic…”&lt;/i&gt; Cancer Cell Int. 2023. (&lt;a href="https://cancerci.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12935-023-03031-4?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;BioMed Central&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Herb/Integrative Medicine: Diindolylmethane. (&lt;a href="https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/diindolylmethane?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;WebMD: “3,3'-Diindolylmethane (DIM)”. (&lt;a href="https://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/health-benefits-dim?utm_source=chatgpt.com"&gt;WebMD&lt;/a&gt;)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.amazon.ca/What-Your-Doctor-About-Menopause/dp/0446614955 target=_blank&gt;What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause (TM): The Breakthrough Book on Natural Progesterone, by: Dr. John Lee and Virginia Hopkins, Feb. 1, 2004&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Allergies-Start-in-the-Gut</id>
    <title type="text">Sneezes, Sniffles &amp; Gut Health: Rethinking Allergy Season</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h2&gt;
&lt;span style=font-size:24px&gt;Why your immune system’s secret weapon might be in your belly, not your medi&lt;span style=font-size:24px&gt;&lt;/span&gt;cine cabinet.&lt;/span&gt;
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Aaah-Choo!&amp;nbsp; It’s that time of year again, at least for allergy sufferers!
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Do you have a cough that comes on suddenly and never seems to go away? Does your breathing become impaired seemingly out of nowhere? Do you have itchy eyes or a never-ending runny nose? It can drive you mad!
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Allergies move in and out (at least the airborne kind), but are especially difficult for most people in Spring and Fall. If you are having allergic reactions, the cause could be from an autoimmune system that is not working properly.
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&lt;b&gt;Why does this happen?&amp;nbsp;&lt;/b&gt;
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It’s a gut issue!
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Your gut acts as the central control center of your immune system. The body needs lots of probiotic foods that will help support the health of your gut. Add immune-building formulas to a probiotic-rich diet to keep your allergies under control!
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Read on to learn more about how you can navigate allergy season without resorting to over-the-counter medications. Your body will thank you!
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What is an Allergy?
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An allergy occurs when a person’s immune system reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless to most people. These substances are known as allergens and are found in dust mites, pets, pollen, insects, molds, foods, and some medicines.
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If you have an allergy, your immune system views the allergen as an invader, and a chain reaction is initiated. White blood cells of the immune system produce antibodies. These antibodies attach themselves to special cells called mast cells, causing a release of potent chemicals such as histamine.
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&lt;b&gt;Sources of allergies can include:&lt;/b&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;Food (wheat, soy, and dairy products)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Medicine&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Dust and Mold&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cats and Dogs Dander&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Mold&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Pollen&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bees – and many, many more! The list goes on and on!&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;b&gt;How do allergies begin in the body?&lt;/b&gt;
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Weak or stressed &lt;i&gt;adrenal glands&lt;/i&gt; due to fatigue, nutritional deficiencies, stress, go-go lifestyles, negative emotions such as worry and fear, and excessive toxic substances in the body, such as cigarette smoke, can lead to allergies of all kinds. We don’t have to look far in this fast-paced world we live in to wonder how many of us have weakened or stressed adrenals.
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Adrenals can be rebuilt with lots of rest, a nourishing diet, and supplementation including vitamins A, C, &lt;a href=http://askdrgarland.com/shop/Ultra-D3.html&gt;&lt;b&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;,&lt;/b&gt; and E.
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&lt;b&gt;Which areas of the body may be affected?&lt;/b&gt;
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&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The nose, eyes, sinuses, and throat&lt;/b&gt; – When allergens are breathed in, the release of histamine causes the lining of your nose to produce mucus and to become swollen and inflamed. It causes your nose to run and itch, and violent sneezing may occur. Your eyes may also start to water, and you may get a sore throat.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The lungs and chest &lt;/b&gt;– Asthma can sometimes be triggered during an allergic reaction. When an allergen is inhaled, the lining of the air passages in the lungs swells, making breathing difficult. Not all asthma is caused by allergy, but in many cases, allergy plays a part.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The stomach and bowel&lt;/b&gt; – Most stomach upsets are caused by richness or spiciness in the food itself, rather than an actual allergy. However, foods that are most commonly associated with allergy include peanuts, seafood, dairy products, and eggs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The skin &lt;/b&gt;– Skin problems such as eczema (characterized by dry, red, itchy skin) and urticaria (also known as hives) often occur. Hives are white, itchy bumps that look and feel like insect bites. Food may be a factor in some cases of hives and eczema.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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Could My Allergy Really Start in My Gut?
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Your stomach and intestines contain billions of good and harmful bacteria, essential for digesting food and supporting your immune system functions. Probiotic actually means “for life,” while antibiotic means “anti-life.” That’s an indication of how these amazing bacteria fight for our bodies against disease.
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For the gut to provide some protection to the body, the gut creates a protective barrier called the “mucosal barrier” to help keep out the bad stuff. This wall is built up of the cells of the gut, a mucous layer, and the gut bacteria.
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When allergens cross this barrier and enter the bloodstream, they cause allergic reactions. What is remarkable about the research is that taking probiotics has been shown not only to decrease allergic reactions in the gut, such as food allergies (2), but also to improve whole-body allergic reactions. Probiotics have been shown to reduce diseases such as eczema, hay fever, and possibly even asthma(3).
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&lt;p&gt;
Probiotics are truly a miracle remedy, and not just for allergies! Populating your gut with beneficial microflora improves your skin, helps you maintain a healthy weight, gives you energy, and improves your overall well-being.
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Probiotic Max Contains 25 Billion Live Bacteria
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Probiotic Max
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Containing 10 different strains of probiotics, yielding over 25 billion “live” bacteria per capsule, our Pro-Biotic Max formula supports the absorption of nutrients in the stomach and intestines, improves the elimination of toxic compounds, and boosts the immune system response.
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We blend these 10 strains with digestive potentiators like chamomile flowers, slippery elm, and Jerusalem artichoke to nourish a healthy microflora balance in the digestive tract and enhance digestion and absorption of nutrients in the intestines
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&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Serving Size:&lt;/strong&gt; 1 Capsule&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Servings per Container:&lt;/strong&gt; 60&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Suggested Usage:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Take 1 capsule daily with 8 oz of water on an empty stomach as a dietary supplement. It is best taken immediately upon rising and nothing else for 30 minutes before retiring at night or as directed by your healthcare professional.
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    <published>2025-09-05T02:56:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-20T16:10:28-06:00</updated>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h2&gt;
&lt;span style=font-size:24px&gt;Why your immune system’s secret weapon might be in your belly, not your medi&lt;span style=font-size:24px&gt;&lt;/span&gt;cine cabinet.&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Aaah-Choo!&amp;nbsp; It’s that time of year again, at least for allergy sufferers!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Do you have a cough that comes on suddenly and never seems to go away? Does your breathing become impaired seemingly out of nowhere? Do you have itchy eyes or a never-ending runny nose? It can drive you mad!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Allergies move in and out (at least the airborne kind), but are especially difficult for most people in Spring and Fall. If you are having allergic reactions, the cause could be from an autoimmune system that is not working properly.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Why does this happen?&amp;nbsp;&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It’s a gut issue!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Your gut acts as the central control center of your immune system. The body needs lots of probiotic foods that will help support the health of your gut. Add immune-building formulas to a probiotic-rich diet to keep your allergies under control!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Read on to learn more about how you can navigate allergy season without resorting to over-the-counter medications. Your body will thank you!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h4&gt;
What is an Allergy?
&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
An allergy occurs when a person’s immune system reacts to substances in the environment that are harmless to most people. These substances are known as allergens and are found in dust mites, pets, pollen, insects, molds, foods, and some medicines.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you have an allergy, your immune system views the allergen as an invader, and a chain reaction is initiated. White blood cells of the immune system produce antibodies. These antibodies attach themselves to special cells called mast cells, causing a release of potent chemicals such as histamine.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Sources of allergies can include:&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Food (wheat, soy, and dairy products)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Medicine&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Dust and Mold&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cats and Dogs Dander&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Mold&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Pollen&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bees – and many, many more! The list goes on and on!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;How do allergies begin in the body?&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Weak or stressed &lt;i&gt;adrenal glands&lt;/i&gt; due to fatigue, nutritional deficiencies, stress, go-go lifestyles, negative emotions such as worry and fear, and excessive toxic substances in the body, such as cigarette smoke, can lead to allergies of all kinds. We don’t have to look far in this fast-paced world we live in to wonder how many of us have weakened or stressed adrenals.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Adrenals can be rebuilt with lots of rest, a nourishing diet, and supplementation including vitamins A, C, &lt;a href=http://askdrgarland.com/shop/Ultra-D3.html&gt;&lt;b&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;,&lt;/b&gt; and E.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Which areas of the body may be affected?&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The nose, eyes, sinuses, and throat&lt;/b&gt; – When allergens are breathed in, the release of histamine causes the lining of your nose to produce mucus and to become swollen and inflamed. It causes your nose to run and itch, and violent sneezing may occur. Your eyes may also start to water, and you may get a sore throat.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The lungs and chest &lt;/b&gt;– Asthma can sometimes be triggered during an allergic reaction. When an allergen is inhaled, the lining of the air passages in the lungs swells, making breathing difficult. Not all asthma is caused by allergy, but in many cases, allergy plays a part.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The stomach and bowel&lt;/b&gt; – Most stomach upsets are caused by richness or spiciness in the food itself, rather than an actual allergy. However, foods that are most commonly associated with allergy include peanuts, seafood, dairy products, and eggs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The skin &lt;/b&gt;– Skin problems such as eczema (characterized by dry, red, itchy skin) and urticaria (also known as hives) often occur. Hives are white, itchy bumps that look and feel like insect bites. Food may be a factor in some cases of hives and eczema.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h4&gt;
Could My Allergy Really Start in My Gut?
&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Your stomach and intestines contain billions of good and harmful bacteria, essential for digesting food and supporting your immune system functions. Probiotic actually means “for life,” while antibiotic means “anti-life.” That’s an indication of how these amazing bacteria fight for our bodies against disease.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
For the gut to provide some protection to the body, the gut creates a protective barrier called the “mucosal barrier” to help keep out the bad stuff. This wall is built up of the cells of the gut, a mucous layer, and the gut bacteria.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When allergens cross this barrier and enter the bloodstream, they cause allergic reactions. What is remarkable about the research is that taking probiotics has been shown not only to decrease allergic reactions in the gut, such as food allergies (2), but also to improve whole-body allergic reactions. Probiotics have been shown to reduce diseases such as eczema, hay fever, and possibly even asthma(3).
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Probiotics are truly a miracle remedy, and not just for allergies! Populating your gut with beneficial microflora improves your skin, helps you maintain a healthy weight, gives you energy, and improves your overall well-being.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Probiotic Max Contains 25 Billion Live Bacteria
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;figure style=max-width:105px;float:left;margin:10px&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Pro-Biotic-Max-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 alt="Probiotic Max dietary supplement with 25 billion live bacteria" width=105 height=185 style=width:105px;height:185px&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Probiotic Max
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Containing 10 different strains of probiotics, yielding over 25 billion “live” bacteria per capsule, our Pro-Biotic Max formula supports the absorption of nutrients in the stomach and intestines, improves the elimination of toxic compounds, and boosts the immune system response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We blend these 10 strains with digestive potentiators like chamomile flowers, slippery elm, and Jerusalem artichoke to nourish a healthy microflora balance in the digestive tract and enhance digestion and absorption of nutrients in the intestines
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank style=color:#00f&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Serving Size:&lt;/strong&gt; 1 Capsule&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Servings per Container:&lt;/strong&gt; 60&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Suggested Usage:&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Take 1 capsule daily with 8 oz of water on an empty stomach as a dietary supplement. It is best taken immediately upon rising and nothing else for 30 minutes before retiring at night or as directed by your healthcare professional.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Stay-Healthy-Happy-and-Energized-All-Winter-Long">
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    <title type="text">Stay Healthy, Happy, and Energized All Winter Long</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h3&gt;
A Fresh Approach to Winter Health
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter brings cozy nights, cherished family traditions, and warm, comforting foods. But it can also bring low energy, sniffles, and immune challenges. The truth is, there’s no single magic cure for staying healthy — it’s about building a strong foundation through simple, everyday habits.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This Winter Wellness Guide is designed to help you and your family stay energized, resilient, and balanced throughout the season. These 12 steps are practical, family-friendly, and easy to weave into daily life.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 1: Drink More Water
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our bodies are composed of over 60% water, and staying hydrated is crucial for keeping every system running smoothly — especially your immune system. In the dry winter air, dehydration happens faster than you might think.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/b&gt; Start and end your day with a glass of water. Add lemon for a refreshing boost, or sip warm herbal tea to stay cozy and hydrated.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;Signs you may need more water: headaches, fatigue, dark urine, dry mouth, or even sugar cravings.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 2: Cook More at Home
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cold weather is perfect for hearty soups and stews made with root vegetables, legumes, and leafy greens. Home cooking means you’re fueling your body with whole, immune-supportive foods while cutting back on hidden sugars and processed ingredients.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 3: Get More Vitamin D
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Known as the “sunshine vitamin,” Vitamin D supports immune response and overall vitality. Shorter days in winter make it harder to get enough naturally.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; formula is one of the most effective ways to keep your Vitamin D levels up. Kids love our D3 gelcaps too — small, easy, and family-friendly.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 4: Boost Whole Grains
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Steel-cut oats, quinoa, and brown rice aren’t just filling — they’re rich in protein, fiber, and minerals that fuel the body. Start the morning with oatmeal topped with fruit or bake a batch of wholesome oat cookies for a healthy snack.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 5: Add More Plant Protein &amp; Veggies
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sweet potatoes, kale, and other vibrant vegetables are rich in immune-supportive nutrients. Pair them with plant-based proteins to maintain steady energy levels.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Protein-Plus-Superfood target=_blank&gt;Protein Plus Superfood Smoothie&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; makes it easy to get a full serving of plant protein, antioxidants, and digestive enzymes in one delicious blend.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 6: Replace Dairy with Nut Milks
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dairy can increase mucus production, which is the last thing your immune system needs in winter. Try almond, cashew, coconut, or oat milk instead — they’re delicious, nutrient-rich, and widely available.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 7: Cut Back on Sugar
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Excess sugar suppresses immune function and fuels inflammation. Cutting back on sugary drinks, desserts, and processed foods gives your body the chance to strengthen its natural defenses.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 8: Boost Your Immune System Naturally
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Instead of relying on quick fixes, provide your immune system with what it truly needs — daily support.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit&gt;Winter Wellness Kit&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; combines proven essentials to strengthen immunity, boost energy, and keep your body resilient all season long.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 9: Practice Self-Care
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sleep, laughter, and connection with loved ones are powerful immune boosters. Make time for joy and relaxation — they’re as important as nutrition.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 10: Eat Fermented Foods with Live Probiotics
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Did you know that 70% of your immune system resides in your gut? Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and kombucha feed healthy gut bacteria.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;Probiotic Max&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; offers 10 strains and 25 billion live organisms per serving, plus herbs for digestion — a simple way to support gut health daily.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 11: Find Work You Love (or Learn to Love the Work You Have)
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Stress is one of the immune system’s biggest enemies. Whether through career changes or simply finding small joys in your daily work, reducing stress will improve both health and happiness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 12: Develop a Spiritual Practice
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter’s quiet months are perfect for reflection. Prayer, meditation, or journaling can calm the mind and strengthen resilience.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Final Thoughts
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Wellness isn’t about perfection. It’s about making small, intentional choices each day that strengthen your body, calm your mind, and support your spirit. Start with one or two steps that feel doable, then build from there.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When combined with natural support like &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;Probiotic Max&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, and our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit target=_blank&gt;Winter Wellness Kit&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, these habits create a foundation of health that can carry you through winter and beyond.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s to a season of energy, balance, and joy!
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2025-09-01T11:30:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-20T16:04:20-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
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    <contributor>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h3&gt;
A Fresh Approach to Winter Health
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter brings cozy nights, cherished family traditions, and warm, comforting foods. But it can also bring low energy, sniffles, and immune challenges. The truth is, there’s no single magic cure for staying healthy — it’s about building a strong foundation through simple, everyday habits.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This Winter Wellness Guide is designed to help you and your family stay energized, resilient, and balanced throughout the season. These 12 steps are practical, family-friendly, and easy to weave into daily life.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 1: Drink More Water
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our bodies are composed of over 60% water, and staying hydrated is crucial for keeping every system running smoothly — especially your immune system. In the dry winter air, dehydration happens faster than you might think.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Pro Tip:&lt;/b&gt; Start and end your day with a glass of water. Add lemon for a refreshing boost, or sip warm herbal tea to stay cozy and hydrated.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;Signs you may need more water: headaches, fatigue, dark urine, dry mouth, or even sugar cravings.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 2: Cook More at Home
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cold weather is perfect for hearty soups and stews made with root vegetables, legumes, and leafy greens. Home cooking means you’re fueling your body with whole, immune-supportive foods while cutting back on hidden sugars and processed ingredients.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 3: Get More Vitamin D
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Known as the “sunshine vitamin,” Vitamin D supports immune response and overall vitality. Shorter days in winter make it harder to get enough naturally.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; formula is one of the most effective ways to keep your Vitamin D levels up. Kids love our D3 gelcaps too — small, easy, and family-friendly.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 4: Boost Whole Grains
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Steel-cut oats, quinoa, and brown rice aren’t just filling — they’re rich in protein, fiber, and minerals that fuel the body. Start the morning with oatmeal topped with fruit or bake a batch of wholesome oat cookies for a healthy snack.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 5: Add More Plant Protein &amp; Veggies
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sweet potatoes, kale, and other vibrant vegetables are rich in immune-supportive nutrients. Pair them with plant-based proteins to maintain steady energy levels.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Protein-Plus-Superfood target=_blank&gt;Protein Plus Superfood Smoothie&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; makes it easy to get a full serving of plant protein, antioxidants, and digestive enzymes in one delicious blend.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 6: Replace Dairy with Nut Milks
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dairy can increase mucus production, which is the last thing your immune system needs in winter. Try almond, cashew, coconut, or oat milk instead — they’re delicious, nutrient-rich, and widely available.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 7: Cut Back on Sugar
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Excess sugar suppresses immune function and fuels inflammation. Cutting back on sugary drinks, desserts, and processed foods gives your body the chance to strengthen its natural defenses.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 8: Boost Your Immune System Naturally
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Instead of relying on quick fixes, provide your immune system with what it truly needs — daily support.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit&gt;Winter Wellness Kit&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; combines proven essentials to strengthen immunity, boost energy, and keep your body resilient all season long.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 9: Practice Self-Care
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sleep, laughter, and connection with loved ones are powerful immune boosters. Make time for joy and relaxation — they’re as important as nutrition.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 10: Eat Fermented Foods with Live Probiotics
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Did you know that 70% of your immune system resides in your gut? Fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and kombucha feed healthy gut bacteria.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Wellness Support:&lt;/b&gt; Our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;Probiotic Max&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt; offers 10 strains and 25 billion live organisms per serving, plus herbs for digestion — a simple way to support gut health daily.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 11: Find Work You Love (or Learn to Love the Work You Have)
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Stress is one of the immune system’s biggest enemies. Whether through career changes or simply finding small joys in your daily work, reducing stress will improve both health and happiness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Step 12: Develop a Spiritual Practice
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter’s quiet months are perfect for reflection. Prayer, meditation, or journaling can calm the mind and strengthen resilience.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Final Thoughts
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Wellness isn’t about perfection. It’s about making small, intentional choices each day that strengthen your body, calm your mind, and support your spirit. Start with one or two steps that feel doable, then build from there.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When combined with natural support like &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;Probiotic Max&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, and our &lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit target=_blank&gt;Winter Wellness Kit&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, these habits create a foundation of health that can carry you through winter and beyond.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s to a season of energy, balance, and joy!
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Dr-Vegetable-Will-See-You-Now">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Dr-Vegetable-Will-See-You-Now</id>
    <title type="text">Starting Fresh With Plants</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h3 style=font-size:16px;line-height:1;padding:0&gt;
&lt;span style=font-size:30px;font-family:Georgia&gt;A Family’s Journey Toward a Plant-Stro&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;&lt;/span&gt;ng Life&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When I first heard people rave about vegetarian or plant-based diets, I honestly didn’t think it was for me. Sure, I understood the health benefits, but our family already ate what I thought was a “balanced” diet: not much red meat, plenty of chicken or fish, and always a side of vegetables. Why would I need to overhaul the way I cook?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Then, in October 2010, everything changed.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I had the opportunity to watch a pre-screening of the documentary &lt;i&gt;"Forks Over Knives&lt;/i&gt;." Sitting in that dimly lit banquet hall, I felt my perspective shift. The phrase &lt;b&gt;“plant-strong”&lt;/b&gt; leapt off the screen and stuck with me. It wasn’t just about eating less meat—it was about actively fueling our bodies with foods designed for health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I left that night thinking, &lt;i&gt;We have to change how we eat.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
And then reality hit: &lt;i&gt;We have to change how we eat.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;Learning How to Cook Differently&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Suddenly, all my kitchen routines felt upside down. How would I pack the kids’ lunches? What quick dinners could I throw together on busy nights? Did I really have to learn a whole new way to cook?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I started at the library, checking out every vegetarian cookbook I could carry. Some recipes looked amazing—until I saw they required hours of prep time or relied heavily on cream, cheese, and butter. I wanted easy, wholesome meals I could make in 30 minutes or less.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
So, I rolled up my sleeves and started experimenting. Some meals were delightful surprises (like using puréed cannellini beans to thicken soup). Others… not so much (no one warned me you have to &lt;i&gt;press tofu&lt;/i&gt; before cooking it).
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
What I really needed was a list of reliable “go-to” meals that worked for our family in every season. And at the center of my search was one big question:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;Where will we get our protein?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;Where Protein Hides in a Plant-Based Diet&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
As it turns out, protein was everywhere—I just hadn’t noticed.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Beans &amp; Lentils&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Lentils (½ cup cooked): ~9g protein&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Black or kidney beans (½ cup cooked): ~7–8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Soybeans / edamame (½ cup cooked): ~14g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Split peas (½ cup cooked): ~8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Vegetables&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Yes, veggies have protein too:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, or cauliflower (½ cup cooked): ~2–3g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Baked potato (medium): ~4g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Nuts &amp; Seeds&lt;/b&gt; &lt;i&gt;(use sparingly—they’re high in calories)&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Peanut butter (2 Tbsp): 8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Almonds (¼ cup): 7–8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Peanuts (¼ cup): 9g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cashews (¼ cup): 5g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Pecans (¼ cup): 2.5g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sunflower seeds (¼ cup): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Pumpkin seeds (¼ cup): 12g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Flax seeds (¼ cup): 8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Grains&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;This one surprised me. Grains aren’t just carbs—they carry protein too.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Quinoa (1 cup cooked): 8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Oats (1 cup cooked): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Buckwheat (1 cup cooked): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Millet (1 cup cooked): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Amaranth (1 cup cooked): 9g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;(Tip: Always rinse grains like quinoa before cooking. It removes a bitter coating and helps them cook evenly.)&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Meat Alternatives&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Tofu (½ cup firm): 10–12g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Tempeh (½ cup): 15g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Seitan (½ cup): 18–20g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;But How Much Protein Do We Really Need?&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The truth is, most of us don’t need nearly as much protein as we think.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The guideline is about &lt;b&gt;0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day&lt;/b&gt; (roughly your weight in pounds ÷ 3).
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A 180-pound man needs approximately 60g of protein daily.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A 140-pound woman needs approximately 47g of protein daily.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That breaks down to about 12–20g per meal, which is surprisingly easy to reach when you consider how many foods—from beans to bread to broccoli—quietly contribute protein. Even a simple hummus-and-veggie sandwich checks the box.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Protein is literally everywhere.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;What’s Next?&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Transitioning to a plant-strong diet wasn’t a switch we flipped overnight—it was more like a journey, full of learning curves, discoveries, and a few disasters. But once we learned where to find protein and how to build quick, reliable meals, the process felt less intimidating.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Next time, I’ll take you on a &lt;b&gt;virtual grocery store tour&lt;/b&gt; and share some of the best swaps for everyday items like butter, milk, and cheese.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Because building a plant-strong life isn’t about restriction—it’s about creativity, discovery, and nourishing your family in new ways.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s to your health, one plant-strong choice at a time.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr. Veggie at&amp;nbsp;&lt;i&gt;My Body as Doctor Team&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;References &amp; Resources&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/ &gt;USDA FoodData Central&lt;/a&gt; – Nutrient database for protein values&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/protein/ target=_blank&gt;Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – Protein: Moving Toward a Plant-Based Diet&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/how-does-plant-forward-eating-benefit-your-health&gt;American Heart Association – Plant-Based Diets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</summary>
    <published>2025-08-01T13:50:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T14:42:34-06:00</updated>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h3 style=font-size:16px;line-height:1;padding:0&gt;
&lt;span style=font-size:30px;font-family:Georgia&gt;A Family’s Journey Toward a Plant-Stro&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;&lt;/span&gt;ng Life&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When I first heard people rave about vegetarian or plant-based diets, I honestly didn’t think it was for me. Sure, I understood the health benefits, but our family already ate what I thought was a “balanced” diet: not much red meat, plenty of chicken or fish, and always a side of vegetables. Why would I need to overhaul the way I cook?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Then, in October 2010, everything changed.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I had the opportunity to watch a pre-screening of the documentary &lt;i&gt;"Forks Over Knives&lt;/i&gt;." Sitting in that dimly lit banquet hall, I felt my perspective shift. The phrase &lt;b&gt;“plant-strong”&lt;/b&gt; leapt off the screen and stuck with me. It wasn’t just about eating less meat—it was about actively fueling our bodies with foods designed for health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I left that night thinking, &lt;i&gt;We have to change how we eat.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
And then reality hit: &lt;i&gt;We have to change how we eat.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;Learning How to Cook Differently&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Suddenly, all my kitchen routines felt upside down. How would I pack the kids’ lunches? What quick dinners could I throw together on busy nights? Did I really have to learn a whole new way to cook?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I started at the library, checking out every vegetarian cookbook I could carry. Some recipes looked amazing—until I saw they required hours of prep time or relied heavily on cream, cheese, and butter. I wanted easy, wholesome meals I could make in 30 minutes or less.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
So, I rolled up my sleeves and started experimenting. Some meals were delightful surprises (like using puréed cannellini beans to thicken soup). Others… not so much (no one warned me you have to &lt;i&gt;press tofu&lt;/i&gt; before cooking it).
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
What I really needed was a list of reliable “go-to” meals that worked for our family in every season. And at the center of my search was one big question:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;Where will we get our protein?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;Where Protein Hides in a Plant-Based Diet&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
As it turns out, protein was everywhere—I just hadn’t noticed.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Beans &amp; Lentils&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Lentils (½ cup cooked): ~9g protein&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Black or kidney beans (½ cup cooked): ~7–8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Soybeans / edamame (½ cup cooked): ~14g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Split peas (½ cup cooked): ~8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Vegetables&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;Yes, veggies have protein too:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, or cauliflower (½ cup cooked): ~2–3g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Baked potato (medium): ~4g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Nuts &amp; Seeds&lt;/b&gt; &lt;i&gt;(use sparingly—they’re high in calories)&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Peanut butter (2 Tbsp): 8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Almonds (¼ cup): 7–8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Peanuts (¼ cup): 9g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cashews (¼ cup): 5g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Pecans (¼ cup): 2.5g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Sunflower seeds (¼ cup): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Pumpkin seeds (¼ cup): 12g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Flax seeds (¼ cup): 8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Grains&lt;/b&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/b&gt;This one surprised me. Grains aren’t just carbs—they carry protein too.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Quinoa (1 cup cooked): 8g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Oats (1 cup cooked): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Buckwheat (1 cup cooked): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Millet (1 cup cooked): 6g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Amaranth (1 cup cooked): 9g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;(Tip: Always rinse grains like quinoa before cooking. It removes a bitter coating and helps them cook evenly.)&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Meat Alternatives&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Tofu (½ cup firm): 10–12g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Tempeh (½ cup): 15g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Seitan (½ cup): 18–20g&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;But How Much Protein Do We Really Need?&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The truth is, most of us don’t need nearly as much protein as we think.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The guideline is about &lt;b&gt;0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day&lt;/b&gt; (roughly your weight in pounds ÷ 3).
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A 180-pound man needs approximately 60g of protein daily.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A 140-pound woman needs approximately 47g of protein daily.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That breaks down to about 12–20g per meal, which is surprisingly easy to reach when you consider how many foods—from beans to bread to broccoli—quietly contribute protein. Even a simple hummus-and-veggie sandwich checks the box.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Protein is literally everywhere.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;What’s Next?&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Transitioning to a plant-strong diet wasn’t a switch we flipped overnight—it was more like a journey, full of learning curves, discoveries, and a few disasters. But once we learned where to find protein and how to build quick, reliable meals, the process felt less intimidating.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Next time, I’ll take you on a &lt;b&gt;virtual grocery store tour&lt;/b&gt; and share some of the best swaps for everyday items like butter, milk, and cheese.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Because building a plant-strong life isn’t about restriction—it’s about creativity, discovery, and nourishing your family in new ways.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s to your health, one plant-strong choice at a time.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr. Veggie at&amp;nbsp;&lt;i&gt;My Body as Doctor Team&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
&lt;span style=font-family:Georgia&gt;References &amp; Resources&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/ &gt;USDA FoodData Central&lt;/a&gt; – Nutrient database for protein values&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/protein/ target=_blank&gt;Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – Protein: Moving Toward a Plant-Based Diet&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/nutrition-basics/how-does-plant-forward-eating-benefit-your-health&gt;American Heart Association – Plant-Based Diets&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</content>
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    <title type="text">Simple Swaps for a Plant-Strong Kitchen</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1 style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;span style=font-size:28px&gt;Dr. Vegetable Will See You Now&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Making the Plant-Based Switch: One Grocery Trip at a Time
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When it comes to lifestyle changes, there are usually two camps:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;All-in, overnight change&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Step-by-step, gradual change&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Unless you have a serious health issue that requires immediate action, I recommend the second option — gradual change. It’s kinder to your body, your schedule, and your family.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
And here’s the good news: You don’t need to raid your pantry and throw everything out. As you run out of items, simply replace them with plant-based alternatives. If you &lt;em&gt;do&lt;/em&gt; decide to clear things out quickly, consider donating unopened items to a food bank or shelter so nothing goes to waste.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
A Fresh Look at the Grocery Store
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s where the fun begins: the grocery store.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Most of us are creatures of habit — in and out, same aisles, same items, on autopilot. But when you give yourself &lt;strong&gt;time and curiosity&lt;/strong&gt;, your local store can feel like a treasure hunt.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Start in produce (your new best&amp;nbsp;friend).&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Wander the international aisle (spices, sauces, grains, beans).&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Explore frozen fruits and vegetables (a lifesaver for busy weeks).&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Check the natural section for dairy and meat alternatives.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I like to treat my first “plant-based grocery trip” as a &lt;em&gt;scouting mission&lt;/em&gt;. Walk the aisles with fresh eyes. You don’t have to fill your cart with new foods today — just notice what’s available.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Last time I did this, I discovered tapenade (which made pasta night extra special) and tomato paste in a tube (no more wasting half a can!). You’ll likely stumble on your own little gems.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Rethinking the Plate
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One thing I’ve learned: plant-based meals don’t always fit the “meat + veggie + starch” format. More often, flavors and textures mingle together into bowls, stir-fries, curries, or hearty stews. It’s less about rigid categories and more about harmony on the plate.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Easy Swaps to Try This Week
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here are a few beginner-friendly swaps that make a big difference without overwhelming you:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Dairy Alternatives&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Milk: almond, soy, oat, or coconut milk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Butter: Earth Balance or coconut oil&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cheese: Daiya or homemade cashew cheese&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creaminess: puree white beans into soups for richness&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Meat Alternatives&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ground beef - mushrooms, lentils, or TVP (textured vegetable protein)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Burgers - black bean patties, portobello mushrooms, or store-bought veggie burgers&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Chicken - tofu (organic), seitan, or chickpeas in stir-fries and wraps&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Treats&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Try dairy-free ice creams like So Delicious or Almond Dream&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experiment with coconut- or almond-based yogurts&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Dr. Veggie Tip:&lt;/em&gt; Don’t try everything at once. Pick &lt;strong&gt;one or two swaps this week&lt;/strong&gt;, and see what sticks.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Coming Up Next
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Fall is harvest season &amp;nbsp;— which means cozy soups, roasted vegetables, and hearty grains are at their peak. In my next article, I’ll share the best seasonal produce for Fall (think pumpkins, squash, apples, and Brussels sprouts) along with simple, family-friendly recipes to help you celebrate the season.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Until then, happy exploring — and remember, change doesn’t have to be overwhelming. One grocery trip at a time, you’re building a healthier, more plant-powered plate.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
— Dr. Vegetable&amp;nbsp;
&lt;/p&gt;
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    <published>2025-08-01T13:42:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T14:43:46-06:00</updated>
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&lt;span style=font-size:28px&gt;Dr. Vegetable Will See You Now&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Making the Plant-Based Switch: One Grocery Trip at a Time
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When it comes to lifestyle changes, there are usually two camps:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;All-in, overnight change&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Step-by-step, gradual change&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Unless you have a serious health issue that requires immediate action, I recommend the second option — gradual change. It’s kinder to your body, your schedule, and your family.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
And here’s the good news: You don’t need to raid your pantry and throw everything out. As you run out of items, simply replace them with plant-based alternatives. If you &lt;em&gt;do&lt;/em&gt; decide to clear things out quickly, consider donating unopened items to a food bank or shelter so nothing goes to waste.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
A Fresh Look at the Grocery Store
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s where the fun begins: the grocery store.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Most of us are creatures of habit — in and out, same aisles, same items, on autopilot. But when you give yourself &lt;strong&gt;time and curiosity&lt;/strong&gt;, your local store can feel like a treasure hunt.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Start in produce (your new best&amp;nbsp;friend).&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Wander the international aisle (spices, sauces, grains, beans).&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Explore frozen fruits and vegetables (a lifesaver for busy weeks).&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;-&lt;/b&gt;Check the natural section for dairy and meat alternatives.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I like to treat my first “plant-based grocery trip” as a &lt;em&gt;scouting mission&lt;/em&gt;. Walk the aisles with fresh eyes. You don’t have to fill your cart with new foods today — just notice what’s available.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Last time I did this, I discovered tapenade (which made pasta night extra special) and tomato paste in a tube (no more wasting half a can!). You’ll likely stumble on your own little gems.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Rethinking the Plate
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One thing I’ve learned: plant-based meals don’t always fit the “meat + veggie + starch” format. More often, flavors and textures mingle together into bowls, stir-fries, curries, or hearty stews. It’s less about rigid categories and more about harmony on the plate.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Easy Swaps to Try This Week
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here are a few beginner-friendly swaps that make a big difference without overwhelming you:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Dairy Alternatives&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Milk: almond, soy, oat, or coconut milk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Butter: Earth Balance or coconut oil&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cheese: Daiya or homemade cashew cheese&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Creaminess: puree white beans into soups for richness&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Meat Alternatives&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ground beef - mushrooms, lentils, or TVP (textured vegetable protein)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Burgers - black bean patties, portobello mushrooms, or store-bought veggie burgers&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Chicken - tofu (organic), seitan, or chickpeas in stir-fries and wraps&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Treats&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Try dairy-free ice creams like So Delicious or Almond Dream&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experiment with coconut- or almond-based yogurts&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;em&gt;Dr. Veggie Tip:&lt;/em&gt; Don’t try everything at once. Pick &lt;strong&gt;one or two swaps this week&lt;/strong&gt;, and see what sticks.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Coming Up Next
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Fall is harvest season &amp;nbsp;— which means cozy soups, roasted vegetables, and hearty grains are at their peak. In my next article, I’ll share the best seasonal produce for Fall (think pumpkins, squash, apples, and Brussels sprouts) along with simple, family-friendly recipes to help you celebrate the season.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Until then, happy exploring — and remember, change doesn’t have to be overwhelming. One grocery trip at a time, you’re building a healthier, more plant-powered plate.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
— Dr. Vegetable&amp;nbsp;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;</content>
  </entry>
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    <title type="text">Your Guide to Winter Wellness: 12 Simple Steps for a Stronger Immune System</title>
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Practical tips, nourishing habits, and natural support to help you thrive all season long.
&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter brings cozy nights, warm drinks, and moments of connection — but it also comes with its fair share of sniffles, low energy, and immune challenges. The truth is, there’s no single “magic bullet” for staying healthy. Instead, it’s about creating a strong foundation through small, steady habits that support your body’s natural defenses.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That’s why we created this Winter Wellness Guide: 12 simple, practical steps you can take to feel more energized, resilient, and balanced through the colder months. From hydration and nutrition to self-care and natural supplements, these tips will help you and your family enjoy winter with fewer sick days and more vibrant days.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;(And the best part? These steps are simple, doable, and family-friendly — so you can start today and feel the benefits right away.)&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;A mom with four teens shared how she adjusted the program in simple ways that helped her family stay healthy all season long. We’re excited to share&amp;nbsp;her tips with&amp;nbsp;you!&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
With four teens in the house, colds usually spread like wildfire. However, after putting her own spin on the program, one mom shared that not a single member of her family came down with a cold or flu last year. Her experience serves as a great reminder that even small tweaks can make a significant difference when it comes to staying well.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;1. DRINK MORE WATER - this is the #1 &lt;/strong&gt;most important thing to do.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our bodies are composed of 66% water, so our fluid and electrolyte balance is a major factor in keeping our bodies in balance. When our body has the ability to maintain its internal environment as it adjusts to challenges and stress, we stay healthy.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Blood flow depends on hydration, and in the winter, it can be challenging to maintain, especially since you aren't sweating and may not feel thirsty. The cold weather and furnace air are very dehydrating. Water keeps mucus thinned out, so there is less for bacteria to collect in - this alone will cut down on illness during the winter!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here are signs of dehydration to watch out for:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thirst&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Muscle cramping&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Headaches&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Dry mouth&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Weakness&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Unclear thinking&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fatigue&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bloating&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Dark yellow urine&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Significant weight loss during exercise&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Decrease in sweat during exercise&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The first thing I do when I wake up is drink a large glass of water with a splash of lemon juice in it. It starts my day off in the right direction and gets the gastric juices flowing. Instead of coffee, I drink hot water or tea. Coffee is okay in moderation, but it is very dehydrating. Also, NEVER drink soda! It's the worst thing you can put in your body for your kidneys.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The last thing I do before I go to bed is drink a glass of water. I even keep water next to my bed. I don't like getting up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom, but I'm thankful when I do. It means I'm hydrated.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;2. Cook More at Home!&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter weather is the perfect time to cook heavy soup and stew with seasonal root vegetables. If you do choose to eat out, find a good restaurant that carries quality, organic food. My family's favorite is Chipotle! They have awesome, organic, fresh vegetables and one of my favorite salsas around. Plus, they recently added Tofu to the menu! Gotta love that!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;3. Get More Vitamin D&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I put this one high on my list because I think it's made the most difference in my life. I feel better every time I take it, and my kids all take it too. We have the most extraordinary vitamin D formula on the market called &lt;a href=http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;. For small children, get our &lt;a href=http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Vitamin-D3-2000iu target=_blank&gt;Vitamin D3 gelcaps&lt;/a&gt;, which children can bite and release the oil in their mouth, then spit out the gelcap.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Last winter, my oldest daughter started taking extra vitamin D at the very beginning of a cold. Within 24 hours, she was feeling better, and didn't get sick the rest of the winter. THAT is quite a testimonial for its effectiveness. Vitamin C is great, but Ultra D3&amp;nbsp;is the BOMB against sickness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Vitamin D is called the sunshine vitamin for a reason. Vitamin D actually kills viruses. So if you take it every day, they can't even find a place to live in the body.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;4. Increase whole grain intake, such as steel-cut&amp;nbsp;oats and quinoa.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These are very high-protein grains, and if you are trying to lose weight, they are the best! I have steel-cut oatmeal ready for my girls before school, and they are energized and ready for their day.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Personally, I love this stuff. Try it in an oatmeal cookie recipe - it's a healthy choice for an after-school snack - YUM!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;5. Get More Plant Protein and Veggies in Your Diet&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of my favorite foods in the world is sweet potatoes! Try mashed sweet potatoes instead traditional style this Thanksgiving. They are so yummy, and in my opinion, way better. While you're at it, increase all your sweet and leafy green veggies too. Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense foods available.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The easiest and tastiest way that I increase my protein and plant intake is by having a &lt;a href=http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Protein-Plus-Superfood target=_blank&gt;Protein Plus Superfood&lt;/a&gt; smoothie every single day! Whether you're sick or not, protein is essential for building and maintaining strength. My top reasons for including Protein Plus Superfood this winter:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;One-half of the daily RDA of vitamins and minerals&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Vegetable blend of 12 different vegetables&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Antioxidants from Goji, Chokeberry, and Acai&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Superfoods: Green Tea, Maca, and Cordyceps Mushrooms for enhanced immunity&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Digestive enzymes for gut health&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;6. Replace Dairy with nut milks and nut butters&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Seriously, if you haven't figured out how bad dairy is for you, this is the winter to stop it completely. You won't believe how much better you will feel. Dairy is toxic pus from cows, and it's nothing but bad news for your body. It causes a tremendous increase in mucus in the body, and that's the LAST thing you need right now.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Try almond, flax, coconut, or cashew milks. Several stores offer a non-GMO cashew milk that is both delicious and affordable. Most stores carry non-GMO soy milk. Butter alternatives are easy to find, too, like Earth Balance or olive oil and flax oil spreads.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;7. Stop Eating Sugar&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sugar is addictive and, believe it or not, an enemy of our bodies. Sugar causes inflammation and needs to be eliminated. Start now, so when the worst of flu season hits, you can be ahead of the game in boosting your immune system. While you're at it, go ahead and stop going to fast food restaurants and stop buying artificial junk foods.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;8. Boost Your Immune System&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It's a great idea to go the extra mile before it's too late. We have the perfect alternative to a flu shot called the &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit&gt;Winter Wellness Kit&lt;/a&gt;, with everything you need to boost your immune system and increase your energy and stamina.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;9. Practice Self-Care&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I am a busy single mom with 4 kids, a job, attending grad school, and doing an internship. &lt;em&gt;I KNOW how hard it is to take time for yourself. &lt;/em&gt;Think of things you love to do and make a plan to do them.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The thing that keeps me grounded more than anything other thing is laughter! Laughing is definitely the BEST medicine for me and my girls.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Get enough sleep - it is VITAL for your overall health.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;I also have several very close friends who are supportive and loving. I make time to develop these relationships. Relationships are so important to well-being. Nurture them and they will nurture YOU!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;10. Eat Fermented Foods with Live Probiotics&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I didn't know that about 70% of immunity lies in the intestinal tract. Our immune systems are helped enormously by the presence of an army of trillions of friendly bacteria that line the mucus layer of a healthy intestine.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These bacteria provide immunity we don't have to work for - they work for you. We just need to provide them with the right environment to keep them nourished. We commonly think of yogurt for probiotics, but sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, pickles, and miso are all good sources of probiotics.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;Pro-Biotic Max&lt;/a&gt; formula is a convenient way to rapidly boost friendly bacteria in your intestines. Each serving contains 10 different strains and 25 billion live organisms, blended with herbs specifically for aiding digestion and elimination of toxins.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;11. Find Work You Love - or A Way to Love the Work You Have&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Stress is enemy #1 of the immune system! If you are stressed at work, figure out how to lower your stress. Do you need a different job? Or do you just need to change your attitude about the job you have? How can you make your job more fun?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;12. Develop a spiritual practice&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Whether meditation, prayer, or worship, developing your inner&amp;nbsp;spiritual self&amp;nbsp;can bring a great sense of well-being. If you don't have a spiritual practice, think about developing one this winter. Winter is a time of inward reflection. Less sunshine and more darkness&amp;nbsp;allow for this season to be a very introverted time of the year. Take advantage of that!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Do you have a journal? Write down your thoughts and feelings as you go through this winter.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Connie Albright&lt;br&gt;Guest Contributor
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2025-03-05T13:50:00-06:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:30:05-06:00</updated>
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Practical tips, nourishing habits, and natural support to help you thrive all season long.
&lt;/h4&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter brings cozy nights, warm drinks, and moments of connection — but it also comes with its fair share of sniffles, low energy, and immune challenges. The truth is, there’s no single “magic bullet” for staying healthy. Instead, it’s about creating a strong foundation through small, steady habits that support your body’s natural defenses.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That’s why we created this Winter Wellness Guide: 12 simple, practical steps you can take to feel more energized, resilient, and balanced through the colder months. From hydration and nutrition to self-care and natural supplements, these tips will help you and your family enjoy winter with fewer sick days and more vibrant days.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;(And the best part? These steps are simple, doable, and family-friendly — so you can start today and feel the benefits right away.)&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;A mom with four teens shared how she adjusted the program in simple ways that helped her family stay healthy all season long. We’re excited to share&amp;nbsp;her tips with&amp;nbsp;you!&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
With four teens in the house, colds usually spread like wildfire. However, after putting her own spin on the program, one mom shared that not a single member of her family came down with a cold or flu last year. Her experience serves as a great reminder that even small tweaks can make a significant difference when it comes to staying well.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;1. DRINK MORE WATER - this is the #1 &lt;/strong&gt;most important thing to do.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our bodies are composed of 66% water, so our fluid and electrolyte balance is a major factor in keeping our bodies in balance. When our body has the ability to maintain its internal environment as it adjusts to challenges and stress, we stay healthy.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Blood flow depends on hydration, and in the winter, it can be challenging to maintain, especially since you aren't sweating and may not feel thirsty. The cold weather and furnace air are very dehydrating. Water keeps mucus thinned out, so there is less for bacteria to collect in - this alone will cut down on illness during the winter!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here are signs of dehydration to watch out for:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Thirst&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Muscle cramping&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Headaches&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Dry mouth&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Weakness&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Unclear thinking&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fatigue&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Bloating&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Dark yellow urine&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Significant weight loss during exercise&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Decrease in sweat during exercise&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The first thing I do when I wake up is drink a large glass of water with a splash of lemon juice in it. It starts my day off in the right direction and gets the gastric juices flowing. Instead of coffee, I drink hot water or tea. Coffee is okay in moderation, but it is very dehydrating. Also, NEVER drink soda! It's the worst thing you can put in your body for your kidneys.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The last thing I do before I go to bed is drink a glass of water. I even keep water next to my bed. I don't like getting up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom, but I'm thankful when I do. It means I'm hydrated.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;2. Cook More at Home!&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Winter weather is the perfect time to cook heavy soup and stew with seasonal root vegetables. If you do choose to eat out, find a good restaurant that carries quality, organic food. My family's favorite is Chipotle! They have awesome, organic, fresh vegetables and one of my favorite salsas around. Plus, they recently added Tofu to the menu! Gotta love that!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;3. Get More Vitamin D&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I put this one high on my list because I think it's made the most difference in my life. I feel better every time I take it, and my kids all take it too. We have the most extraordinary vitamin D formula on the market called &lt;a href=http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;. For small children, get our &lt;a href=http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Vitamin-D3-2000iu target=_blank&gt;Vitamin D3 gelcaps&lt;/a&gt;, which children can bite and release the oil in their mouth, then spit out the gelcap.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Last winter, my oldest daughter started taking extra vitamin D at the very beginning of a cold. Within 24 hours, she was feeling better, and didn't get sick the rest of the winter. THAT is quite a testimonial for its effectiveness. Vitamin C is great, but Ultra D3&amp;nbsp;is the BOMB against sickness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Vitamin D is called the sunshine vitamin for a reason. Vitamin D actually kills viruses. So if you take it every day, they can't even find a place to live in the body.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;4. Increase whole grain intake, such as steel-cut&amp;nbsp;oats and quinoa.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These are very high-protein grains, and if you are trying to lose weight, they are the best! I have steel-cut oatmeal ready for my girls before school, and they are energized and ready for their day.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Personally, I love this stuff. Try it in an oatmeal cookie recipe - it's a healthy choice for an after-school snack - YUM!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;5. Get More Plant Protein and Veggies in Your Diet&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of my favorite foods in the world is sweet potatoes! Try mashed sweet potatoes instead traditional style this Thanksgiving. They are so yummy, and in my opinion, way better. While you're at it, increase all your sweet and leafy green veggies too. Kale is one of the most nutrient-dense foods available.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The easiest and tastiest way that I increase my protein and plant intake is by having a &lt;a href=http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Protein-Plus-Superfood target=_blank&gt;Protein Plus Superfood&lt;/a&gt; smoothie every single day! Whether you're sick or not, protein is essential for building and maintaining strength. My top reasons for including Protein Plus Superfood this winter:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;One-half of the daily RDA of vitamins and minerals&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Vegetable blend of 12 different vegetables&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Antioxidants from Goji, Chokeberry, and Acai&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Superfoods: Green Tea, Maca, and Cordyceps Mushrooms for enhanced immunity&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Digestive enzymes for gut health&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;6. Replace Dairy with nut milks and nut butters&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Seriously, if you haven't figured out how bad dairy is for you, this is the winter to stop it completely. You won't believe how much better you will feel. Dairy is toxic pus from cows, and it's nothing but bad news for your body. It causes a tremendous increase in mucus in the body, and that's the LAST thing you need right now.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Try almond, flax, coconut, or cashew milks. Several stores offer a non-GMO cashew milk that is both delicious and affordable. Most stores carry non-GMO soy milk. Butter alternatives are easy to find, too, like Earth Balance or olive oil and flax oil spreads.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;7. Stop Eating Sugar&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sugar is addictive and, believe it or not, an enemy of our bodies. Sugar causes inflammation and needs to be eliminated. Start now, so when the worst of flu season hits, you can be ahead of the game in boosting your immune system. While you're at it, go ahead and stop going to fast food restaurants and stop buying artificial junk foods.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;8. Boost Your Immune System&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It's a great idea to go the extra mile before it's too late. We have the perfect alternative to a flu shot called the &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit&gt;Winter Wellness Kit&lt;/a&gt;, with everything you need to boost your immune system and increase your energy and stamina.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;9. Practice Self-Care&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I am a busy single mom with 4 kids, a job, attending grad school, and doing an internship. &lt;em&gt;I KNOW how hard it is to take time for yourself. &lt;/em&gt;Think of things you love to do and make a plan to do them.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The thing that keeps me grounded more than anything other thing is laughter! Laughing is definitely the BEST medicine for me and my girls.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Get enough sleep - it is VITAL for your overall health.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;I also have several very close friends who are supportive and loving. I make time to develop these relationships. Relationships are so important to well-being. Nurture them and they will nurture YOU!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;10. Eat Fermented Foods with Live Probiotics&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
I didn't know that about 70% of immunity lies in the intestinal tract. Our immune systems are helped enormously by the presence of an army of trillions of friendly bacteria that line the mucus layer of a healthy intestine.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These bacteria provide immunity we don't have to work for - they work for you. We just need to provide them with the right environment to keep them nourished. We commonly think of yogurt for probiotics, but sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, pickles, and miso are all good sources of probiotics.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;Pro-Biotic Max&lt;/a&gt; formula is a convenient way to rapidly boost friendly bacteria in your intestines. Each serving contains 10 different strains and 25 billion live organisms, blended with herbs specifically for aiding digestion and elimination of toxins.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;11. Find Work You Love - or A Way to Love the Work You Have&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Stress is enemy #1 of the immune system! If you are stressed at work, figure out how to lower your stress. Do you need a different job? Or do you just need to change your attitude about the job you have? How can you make your job more fun?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;12. Develop a spiritual practice&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Whether meditation, prayer, or worship, developing your inner&amp;nbsp;spiritual self&amp;nbsp;can bring a great sense of well-being. If you don't have a spiritual practice, think about developing one this winter. Winter is a time of inward reflection. Less sunshine and more darkness&amp;nbsp;allow for this season to be a very introverted time of the year. Take advantage of that!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Do you have a journal? Write down your thoughts and feelings as you go through this winter.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Connie Albright&lt;br&gt;Guest Contributor
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Allergies-Start-in-the-Gut-How-to-Strengthen-Your-Body-s-First-Line-of-Defense">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Allergies-Start-in-the-Gut-How-to-Strengthen-Your-Body-s-First-Line-of-Defense</id>
    <title type="text">Allergies Start in the Gut: How to Strengthen Your Body’s First Line of Defense</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Why a balanced microbiome could be the missing link to calmer, easier breathing this season.
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The seasons change, the air shifts, and suddenly — sneeze, sniffle, itch. If you’re one of the millions who dread spring blossoms or falling leaves, you know how disruptive allergies can be. One minute you’re enjoying the sunshine, the next you’re fumbling for tissues, wondering if it’ll ever let up.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But here’s something most people don’t realize: allergies aren’t just about what’s floating in the air. They’re about how your body responds. And more often than not, the story begins in an unexpected place — your gut.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Why We Look at the Gut First
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
About &lt;b&gt;70% of your immune system lives in your gut.&lt;/b&gt; That means the balance of bacteria in your digestive system directly affects how your body handles allergens.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When your gut is strong and balanced:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;It helps your immune system tell the difference between friend and foe&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;It reduces overall inflammation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;It creates a barrier that keeps “bad stuff” out of your bloodstream&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When your gut is struggling, allergens slip through more easily — and your immune system goes into overdrive.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:20px;line-height:1.5&gt;
A Quick Story
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of our longtime customers, &lt;i&gt;Sara&lt;/i&gt;, used to dread spring picnics. Just stepping outside meant itchy eyes, a runny nose, and nonstop sneezing. She assumed it was “just the way it is” — until she focused on gut support. Within weeks of consistently adding probiotics and gut-soothing herbs, she noticed her reactions weren’t nearly as intense. For the first time in years, she could sit under a blooming tree without a box of tissues at her side.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:20px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Meet Probiotic Max: Your Seasonal Ally
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That’s why we created &lt;b&gt;Probiotic Max&lt;/b&gt; — a formula designed to support your gut where it matters most. With 10 different strains delivering over 25 billion live bacteria per capsule, it helps:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Restore balance to your gut microbiome&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Support nutrient absorption and detox pathways&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strengthen immune response&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Calm inflammation with herbs like chamomile, slippery elm, and Jerusalem artichoke&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Think of it as reinforcements for your immune system — so you can breathe easier, sneeze less, and enjoy the season instead of dreading it.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Simple Ways to Support Your Gut During Allergy Season
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Eat probiotic-rich foods:&lt;/b&gt; yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Add prebiotic foods:&lt;/b&gt; Jerusalem artichoke, garlic, onions — fuel for good bacteria&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Rest and recharge:&lt;/b&gt; stress and fatigue can weaken your defenses&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Consider supplementation:&lt;/b&gt; sometimes your gut needs an extra boost to restore balance&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h3 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
A Different Kind of Relief
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Allergies may never fully disappear, but by strengthening your gut, you give your body the tools to respond with resilience. Don’t let allergies write your season’s story — give your gut the support it needs to turn the page.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank style=color:#00f&gt;Explore Probiotic Max here!&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2025-03-05T10:31:00-06:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-20T16:07:48-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Allergies-Start-in-the-Gut-How-to-Strengthen-Your-Body-s-First-Line-of-Defense" />
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    <content type="html">&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Why a balanced microbiome could be the missing link to calmer, easier breathing this season.
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The seasons change, the air shifts, and suddenly — sneeze, sniffle, itch. If you’re one of the millions who dread spring blossoms or falling leaves, you know how disruptive allergies can be. One minute you’re enjoying the sunshine, the next you’re fumbling for tissues, wondering if it’ll ever let up.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But here’s something most people don’t realize: allergies aren’t just about what’s floating in the air. They’re about how your body responds. And more often than not, the story begins in an unexpected place — your gut.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Why We Look at the Gut First
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
About &lt;b&gt;70% of your immune system lives in your gut.&lt;/b&gt; That means the balance of bacteria in your digestive system directly affects how your body handles allergens.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When your gut is strong and balanced:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;It helps your immune system tell the difference between friend and foe&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;It reduces overall inflammation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;It creates a barrier that keeps “bad stuff” out of your bloodstream&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When your gut is struggling, allergens slip through more easily — and your immune system goes into overdrive.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:20px;line-height:1.5&gt;
A Quick Story
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of our longtime customers, &lt;i&gt;Sara&lt;/i&gt;, used to dread spring picnics. Just stepping outside meant itchy eyes, a runny nose, and nonstop sneezing. She assumed it was “just the way it is” — until she focused on gut support. Within weeks of consistently adding probiotics and gut-soothing herbs, she noticed her reactions weren’t nearly as intense. For the first time in years, she could sit under a blooming tree without a box of tissues at her side.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:20px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Meet Probiotic Max: Your Seasonal Ally
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That’s why we created &lt;b&gt;Probiotic Max&lt;/b&gt; — a formula designed to support your gut where it matters most. With 10 different strains delivering over 25 billion live bacteria per capsule, it helps:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Restore balance to your gut microbiome&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Support nutrient absorption and detox pathways&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strengthen immune response&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Calm inflammation with herbs like chamomile, slippery elm, and Jerusalem artichoke&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Think of it as reinforcements for your immune system — so you can breathe easier, sneeze less, and enjoy the season instead of dreading it.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h2 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
Simple Ways to Support Your Gut During Allergy Season
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Eat probiotic-rich foods:&lt;/b&gt; yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Add prebiotic foods:&lt;/b&gt; Jerusalem artichoke, garlic, onions — fuel for good bacteria&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Rest and recharge:&lt;/b&gt; stress and fatigue can weaken your defenses&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Consider supplementation:&lt;/b&gt; sometimes your gut needs an extra boost to restore balance&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;hr&gt;
&lt;h3 style=font-size:18px;line-height:1.5&gt;
A Different Kind of Relief
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Allergies may never fully disappear, but by strengthening your gut, you give your body the tools to respond with resilience. Don’t let allergies write your season’s story — give your gut the support it needs to turn the page.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank style=color:#00f&gt;Explore Probiotic Max here!&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Green-Coffee-PLUS">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Green-Coffee-PLUS</id>
    <title type="text">Introducing Green Coffee PLUS+</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
America’s Hottest New Way to a Flat Stomach
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The entire diet world is going crazy about &lt;b&gt;Green Coffee Bean extract&lt;/b&gt;!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
No, it’s not a high-caffeine drink. But it does come from the same coffee bean roasted and brewed for your favorite cup of joe. The process removes the bitter taste when you roast coffee beans at high temperatures. Unfortunately, it also destroys Chlorogenic Acid, a natural compound in coffee fruit. It works like magic in inhibiting the absorption of glucose (sugar) into the bloodstream while at the same time boosting the release of stored fat to be burned for energy.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But wait—we know what you are thinking—“If I take green coffee extract, I’ll be wired up and jittery from all the caffeine.” Fortunately, 98% of the caffeine is removed during the extraction process, leaving behind powerful polyphenols (antioxidants) and Chlorogenic Acid for rapid weight loss!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If a sensible diet and daily exercise still leave you with stubborn pounds and inches to lose, green coffee bean extract might be the answer to your prayers!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Green Coffee Bean Project
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In the past, Dr. Oz conducted an informal study with volunteers from his studio audience to determine if green coffee bean extract worked.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
He selected 100 women between the ages of 35 and 49 with a Body Mass Index (a measure of fat based on height and weight) of 25 to 45. To be considered for the project, the women could not be pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, or have a history of heart attack or stroke.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Half the women received a green coffee bean extract supplement, and the other half received a placebo. They were instructed to take one capsule 30 minutes before each meal.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The participants did not know whether they were taking the supplement or a placebo. They were instructed to keep a food journal and not&amp;nbsp;change their diet.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
After two weeks, the participants were weighed and measured. The women on the placebo lost an average of one pound, most likely because they kept a food journal and were more aware of their diet. The women who took the supplement lost an average of two pounds.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That’s an average of a pound a week! Pretty amazing. And that was without changing their diet or exercise patterns.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
NOTE: Dr. Oz does not endorse or recommend dietary supplements from any specific manufacturer or company.
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Dynamic Duo for Weight Loss
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
As you know, we don’t make “me too” products. Most green coffee bean extract products available today only have one ingredient—green coffee bean extract. Many of them use a generic extract, not a standardized extract, with tested and guaranteed amounts of Chlorogenic Acid.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We wanted a blockbuster formulation that worked on many fronts. We packed each capsule with the dynamite power of green coffee bean extract and added another amazing and virtually unknown compound—Coleus Forskohlii—which created double barrel diet power!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Coleus forskohlii (aka Forskolin) leans fat into muscle, boosting thyroid levels, elevating testosterone levels, and helping rev your metabolism. Forskolin also improves heart function, allergies, asthma, and depression, AND is anti-cancer. It boosts energy and lowers blood pressure!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
A study in Obesity—A Research Journal* showed a whopping 10% reduction in body fat with Forskolin alone! Imagine what our formula with Green Coffee extract and Forskolin will do!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;*Source: Body Composition and Hormonal Adaptations Associated with Forskolin Consumption in Overweight and Obese Men, Journal of Obesity Research, Godard M., Johnson B., Richmond S., Issue 8, pages 1335–1343, August 2005&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Introducing Green Coffee PLUS+
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Green Coffee PLUS+&lt;/strong&gt; gives you fast-acting and long-lasting results.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:right;width:101px;max-width:102px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Green-Coffee-Plus&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Green-Coffee-Plus-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=102 height=178 alt="Green Coffee PLUS+"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Boosts metabolism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reduces body fat&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Improves lean muscle&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Increases thyroid function&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Elevates testosterone levels&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reduces cholesterol&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Green Coffee PLUS+ is 100% natural, safe, and has no reported side effects—except for kissing your fat goodbye!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Not all green coffee extracts are equal. In double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical studies, we use Svetol®, the only green coffee bean extract proven to support weight loss and fat reduction.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Green-Coffee-Plus&gt;&lt;b&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips and Suggestions
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Get off all dairy! –&lt;b&gt; Dairy was meant to fatten a baby cow, not you!&lt;/b&gt; Drop the cheese and sour cream, as both are concentrated milk products.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Limit processed vegetable oils and switch to virgin olive oil&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Walk for 30 minutes a day – every day. It works wonders, and you feel better instantly.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cut out sugar, diet sodas, and candy.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-11-09T16:27:00-06:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T13:35:34-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
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    <category term="Weight Loss" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
America’s Hottest New Way to a Flat Stomach
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The entire diet world is going crazy about &lt;b&gt;Green Coffee Bean extract&lt;/b&gt;!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
No, it’s not a high-caffeine drink. But it does come from the same coffee bean roasted and brewed for your favorite cup of joe. The process removes the bitter taste when you roast coffee beans at high temperatures. Unfortunately, it also destroys Chlorogenic Acid, a natural compound in coffee fruit. It works like magic in inhibiting the absorption of glucose (sugar) into the bloodstream while at the same time boosting the release of stored fat to be burned for energy.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But wait—we know what you are thinking—“If I take green coffee extract, I’ll be wired up and jittery from all the caffeine.” Fortunately, 98% of the caffeine is removed during the extraction process, leaving behind powerful polyphenols (antioxidants) and Chlorogenic Acid for rapid weight loss!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If a sensible diet and daily exercise still leave you with stubborn pounds and inches to lose, green coffee bean extract might be the answer to your prayers!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Green Coffee Bean Project
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In the past, Dr. Oz conducted an informal study with volunteers from his studio audience to determine if green coffee bean extract worked.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
He selected 100 women between the ages of 35 and 49 with a Body Mass Index (a measure of fat based on height and weight) of 25 to 45. To be considered for the project, the women could not be pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, or have a history of heart attack or stroke.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Half the women received a green coffee bean extract supplement, and the other half received a placebo. They were instructed to take one capsule 30 minutes before each meal.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The participants did not know whether they were taking the supplement or a placebo. They were instructed to keep a food journal and not&amp;nbsp;change their diet.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
After two weeks, the participants were weighed and measured. The women on the placebo lost an average of one pound, most likely because they kept a food journal and were more aware of their diet. The women who took the supplement lost an average of two pounds.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
That’s an average of a pound a week! Pretty amazing. And that was without changing their diet or exercise patterns.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
NOTE: Dr. Oz does not endorse or recommend dietary supplements from any specific manufacturer or company.
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Dynamic Duo for Weight Loss
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
As you know, we don’t make “me too” products. Most green coffee bean extract products available today only have one ingredient—green coffee bean extract. Many of them use a generic extract, not a standardized extract, with tested and guaranteed amounts of Chlorogenic Acid.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We wanted a blockbuster formulation that worked on many fronts. We packed each capsule with the dynamite power of green coffee bean extract and added another amazing and virtually unknown compound—Coleus Forskohlii—which created double barrel diet power!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Coleus forskohlii (aka Forskolin) leans fat into muscle, boosting thyroid levels, elevating testosterone levels, and helping rev your metabolism. Forskolin also improves heart function, allergies, asthma, and depression, AND is anti-cancer. It boosts energy and lowers blood pressure!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
A study in Obesity—A Research Journal* showed a whopping 10% reduction in body fat with Forskolin alone! Imagine what our formula with Green Coffee extract and Forskolin will do!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;*Source: Body Composition and Hormonal Adaptations Associated with Forskolin Consumption in Overweight and Obese Men, Journal of Obesity Research, Godard M., Johnson B., Richmond S., Issue 8, pages 1335–1343, August 2005&lt;/i&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Introducing Green Coffee PLUS+
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Green Coffee PLUS+&lt;/strong&gt; gives you fast-acting and long-lasting results.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:right;width:101px;max-width:102px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Green-Coffee-Plus&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Green-Coffee-Plus-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=102 height=178 alt="Green Coffee PLUS+"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Boosts metabolism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reduces body fat&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Improves lean muscle&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Increases thyroid function&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Elevates testosterone levels&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Reduces cholesterol&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Green Coffee PLUS+ is 100% natural, safe, and has no reported side effects—except for kissing your fat goodbye!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Not all green coffee extracts are equal. In double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical studies, we use Svetol®, the only green coffee bean extract proven to support weight loss and fat reduction.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Green-Coffee-Plus&gt;&lt;b&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips and Suggestions
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Get off all dairy! –&lt;b&gt; Dairy was meant to fatten a baby cow, not you!&lt;/b&gt; Drop the cheese and sour cream, as both are concentrated milk products.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Limit processed vegetable oils and switch to virgin olive oil&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Walk for 30 minutes a day – every day. It works wonders, and you feel better instantly.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cut out sugar, diet sodas, and candy.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Say-HELLO-to-Firmer-Younger-Looking-Skin">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Say-HELLO-to-Firmer-Younger-Looking-Skin</id>
    <title type="text">Say HELLO to Firmer, Younger Looking Skin</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Say Goodbye to Fine Lines and Wrinkles
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you are a regular reader, no doubt you’ve heard us rave about the benefits of &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt; for enhancing your immune system response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:100px;float:right;width:100px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Shark-Liver-Oil-No-Background-min.png data-image=0 width=100 height=172 alt="Shark Liver Oil- Super Nutrient for your Immune System"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
For centuries, fishermen in Norway, Sweden, and Japan consumed shark liver oil as a folk remedy for common colds and flu, wound healing, and overall energy. In the early 1900s, marine scientists identified the therapeutic compounds the fishermen revered in the sharks' golden-hued liver oil, such as squalene and alkoxy glycerol.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Several books have been written about this excellent oil, and doctors and researchers have explored its astounding healing and strengthening effects on the immune system since the 1960s. To learn more about our opinion on how to use the immune-boosting benefits of alkoxy glycerol for yourself and your family, read &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU&gt;Shark Attacks the FLU!&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Today, we want to share the benefits of Squalane, the &lt;i&gt;other&lt;/i&gt; wonder compound found in Shark Liver Oil.&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU target=_blank&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
What's Squalane and How Does It Benefit My Skin?
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sebum, our skin's lubricant and primary skin protector, contains up to 25% squalane. Sebum is vital for keeping skin young-looking, trapping precious moisture on the surface. Squalane helps transport oxygen molecules to our skin cells and is also a powerful antioxidant.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Squalane-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/Shared/images/product/squalaneff_216x200.jpg alt="Squalane Skin Repair Oil" data-image=tdxfpbddvbdn&gt;&lt;/a&gt;As we age, sebum levels decline, sometimes as early as our 20’s. When applied topically, our skin recognizes Squalane as its own, easily absorbing it, penetrating deeply into your dermis, rejuvenating, regenerating and stimulating skin cells from the inside out.
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In addition to hydrating and soothing dry skin, Squalane also:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;protects your skin from free-radical damage, reducing the breakdown of collagen and elastin in your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;soothes itchy and irritated skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by enhancing the elasticity of your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;supports radiant and supple skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;i&gt;"I'm 71 and have been using Squalane for about 8 years now. I have no wrinkles on my face at all. I am a sun worshiper, and use the oil every day before I go out and after showering. People my age and younger comment on my face all the time and I tell them about the shark oil. Thanks!" &lt;/i&gt;&lt;strong&gt;- Claire Marcey&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/success-stories/Everyone-Says-I-Look-Much-Younger target=_blank&gt;Click here to read the rest of Claire's story&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;Click Here to Get Yours&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Bottle Size:&lt;/b&gt; 2 fl oz with pump top. 100% pure, all-natural Squalane. No additives, chemicals, or preservatives.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Serving Size:&lt;/b&gt; Use sparingly - a little goes a long way.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Suggested Usage:&lt;/b&gt; For external use only. Apply daily to the face, neck, feet, elbows, and/or hands for optimum results. Gently pat a small amount into your skin after bathing, as an after-shave balm, before bed, or anytime your skin feels dry and wants to be refreshed. Absorbs quickly, without any greasy after-effects. For best results, wait a few minutes before dressing for the oil to absorb fully.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;span style=color:#c0504d&gt;Warning:&lt;/span&gt; Anyone with a known allergy to fish products should consult a healthcare professional before applying this product.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips and Suggestions
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Eat whole foods throughout the holiday season.&lt;/b&gt; Adopt the motto &lt;i&gt;"Forks Over Knives&lt;/i&gt;." This means eating primarily foods that require a fork rather than foods that need to be cut with a knife, like beef, chicken, and pork. People tell us that after switching to a plant-strong, whole-food diet, they begin to have more energy, lose weight, and look and feel better!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Exercise Every Day&lt;/strong&gt; -
&amp;nbsp; Just 45 minutes is all you need. When you exercise, you tell your body that you want to live! Find something you love and do it every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drink Pure Water&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;If you think you have had enough, drink more. Our bodies, and especially our skin, are primarily water. Dehydration causes wrinkles. You'll know you drink enough when you feel the urge to go to the bathroom about once an hour.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Get More Sleep&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;Quality sleep is essential during the holiday season to battle against the ravages of stress on your skin. Magnesium is the tranquility mineral, so have 10-20 drops of our &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Mineral Complex&lt;/a&gt; in warm water before bed to calm the brain and support lowering cortisol levels. Stress is the primary cause of premature aging!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Nurture Your Spirit&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;The holiday season is busy, and it's easy to forget to care for yourself. Whether you prefer meditation, prayer, talking with friends, or singing Christmas Carols, people who nourish their spirit are happier and more social. And the added benefit? Spiritual folks look and feel younger!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-10-31T06:14:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:40:51-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Say-HELLO-to-Firmer-Younger-Looking-Skin" />
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    <category term="Anti-Aging" />
    <category term="Senior Health" />
    <category term="Wellness" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Say Goodbye to Fine Lines and Wrinkles
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you are a regular reader, no doubt you’ve heard us rave about the benefits of &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt; for enhancing your immune system response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:100px;float:right;width:100px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Shark-Liver-Oil-No-Background-min.png data-image=0 width=100 height=172 alt="Shark Liver Oil- Super Nutrient for your Immune System"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
For centuries, fishermen in Norway, Sweden, and Japan consumed shark liver oil as a folk remedy for common colds and flu, wound healing, and overall energy. In the early 1900s, marine scientists identified the therapeutic compounds the fishermen revered in the sharks' golden-hued liver oil, such as squalene and alkoxy glycerol.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Several books have been written about this excellent oil, and doctors and researchers have explored its astounding healing and strengthening effects on the immune system since the 1960s. To learn more about our opinion on how to use the immune-boosting benefits of alkoxy glycerol for yourself and your family, read &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU&gt;Shark Attacks the FLU!&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Today, we want to share the benefits of Squalane, the &lt;i&gt;other&lt;/i&gt; wonder compound found in Shark Liver Oil.&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU target=_blank&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
What's Squalane and How Does It Benefit My Skin?
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sebum, our skin's lubricant and primary skin protector, contains up to 25% squalane. Sebum is vital for keeping skin young-looking, trapping precious moisture on the surface. Squalane helps transport oxygen molecules to our skin cells and is also a powerful antioxidant.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Squalane-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/Shared/images/product/squalaneff_216x200.jpg alt="Squalane Skin Repair Oil" data-image=tdxfpbddvbdn&gt;&lt;/a&gt;As we age, sebum levels decline, sometimes as early as our 20’s. When applied topically, our skin recognizes Squalane as its own, easily absorbing it, penetrating deeply into your dermis, rejuvenating, regenerating and stimulating skin cells from the inside out.
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In addition to hydrating and soothing dry skin, Squalane also:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;protects your skin from free-radical damage, reducing the breakdown of collagen and elastin in your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;soothes itchy and irritated skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by enhancing the elasticity of your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;supports radiant and supple skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;i&gt;"I'm 71 and have been using Squalane for about 8 years now. I have no wrinkles on my face at all. I am a sun worshiper, and use the oil every day before I go out and after showering. People my age and younger comment on my face all the time and I tell them about the shark oil. Thanks!" &lt;/i&gt;&lt;strong&gt;- Claire Marcey&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/success-stories/Everyone-Says-I-Look-Much-Younger target=_blank&gt;Click here to read the rest of Claire's story&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;Click Here to Get Yours&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Bottle Size:&lt;/b&gt; 2 fl oz with pump top. 100% pure, all-natural Squalane. No additives, chemicals, or preservatives.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Serving Size:&lt;/b&gt; Use sparingly - a little goes a long way.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Suggested Usage:&lt;/b&gt; For external use only. Apply daily to the face, neck, feet, elbows, and/or hands for optimum results. Gently pat a small amount into your skin after bathing, as an after-shave balm, before bed, or anytime your skin feels dry and wants to be refreshed. Absorbs quickly, without any greasy after-effects. For best results, wait a few minutes before dressing for the oil to absorb fully.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;span style=color:#c0504d&gt;Warning:&lt;/span&gt; Anyone with a known allergy to fish products should consult a healthcare professional before applying this product.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips and Suggestions
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Eat whole foods throughout the holiday season.&lt;/b&gt; Adopt the motto &lt;i&gt;"Forks Over Knives&lt;/i&gt;." This means eating primarily foods that require a fork rather than foods that need to be cut with a knife, like beef, chicken, and pork. People tell us that after switching to a plant-strong, whole-food diet, they begin to have more energy, lose weight, and look and feel better!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Exercise Every Day&lt;/strong&gt; -
&amp;nbsp; Just 45 minutes is all you need. When you exercise, you tell your body that you want to live! Find something you love and do it every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drink Pure Water&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;If you think you have had enough, drink more. Our bodies, and especially our skin, are primarily water. Dehydration causes wrinkles. You'll know you drink enough when you feel the urge to go to the bathroom about once an hour.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Get More Sleep&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;Quality sleep is essential during the holiday season to battle against the ravages of stress on your skin. Magnesium is the tranquility mineral, so have 10-20 drops of our &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Mineral Complex&lt;/a&gt; in warm water before bed to calm the brain and support lowering cortisol levels. Stress is the primary cause of premature aging!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Nurture Your Spirit&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;The holiday season is busy, and it's easy to forget to care for yourself. Whether you prefer meditation, prayer, talking with friends, or singing Christmas Carols, people who nourish their spirit are happier and more social. And the added benefit? Spiritual folks look and feel younger!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Are-you-feeding-disease-or-fighting-it">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Are-you-feeding-disease-or-fighting-it</id>
    <title type="text">Are You Feeding Disease or Fighting It?</title>
    <summary type="html">70% of our immune system resides in the gut. Build a strong microbiome with good, healthy probiotics and digestive enzymes.</summary>
    <published>2024-10-18T10:02:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:56:50-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
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    <category term="Immune" />
    <category term="Senior Health" />
    <category term="Wellness" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Think about what you ate yesterday
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
What we eat contributes to greater wellness - or a greater risk of disease.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our bodies were created to heal themselves miraculously. The plethora of systems work together to keep us in optimal health. When just one system becomes off balance, this triggers a domino effect and potentially ignites an avalanche of chronic health problems.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Your digestive system, or "&amp;nbsp;gut, " is THE primary system responsible for your overall health. The food you eat and drink also has a significant effect!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;span style=font-size:30px&gt;&lt;br&gt;"&lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Did You Know: Your gut is your 30-foot long immunity headquarters?&lt;span style=font-size:24px&gt;"&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Every day, we are bombarded with contaminants that disrupt the delicate balance in our gut and digestive system, significantly affecting the immune system.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you’ve ever taken antibiotics, you know &lt;i&gt;these drugs kill all living bacteria&lt;/i&gt; – good or bad. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications like Advil, aspirin, Motrin, etc., disrupt normal digestion, as does chlorinated water, birth control pills, synthetic hormones, and the list goes on and on. All these, and many more, throw our internal ecosystem out of balance.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our immune system fights so hard to stay healthy and balanced that you may not notice any imbalance for years – but believe me, it will eventually catch up to you.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Balance Your Microbiome with Probiotics
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One very powerful way to balance your digestive ecosystem is to give it good bacteria called Probiotics. These life-giving bacteria can improve liver and circulatory functions, resistance to allergies, and decrease yeast infections.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Pro-Biotic-Max-No-Background-1-min.png data-image=0 width=123 height=218 alt="Naturally Build a Strong Immune Response"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We developed a powerful, friendly bacteria formulated called&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Pro-Biotic Max&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;to balance the body's ecosystems.&amp;nbsp;It contains a broad spectrum of lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium bacteria, prebiotics, and intestinal soothers, which support complete and total gut health by aiding in healthy digestion and nutrient extraction.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Research has shown that microflora (bacteria) in the gut influence behavior by inducing changes in the expression of specific genes that control brain and neurological function. Higher levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut can be helpful for our bodies in many ways.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Increasing healthy bacteria in the gut with supplementation like Pro-Biotic Max may boost our overall immune system health, aid in lowering anxiety, depression, and neurotic behavior, and help combat the detrimental effects of stress on our bodies. Needless to say, probiotics can be considered both anti-aging and anti-leaky gut!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Probiotic-Max target=_blank&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Transform your Life with Digestive Enzymes
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
A&lt;i&gt; leaky Gut&lt;/i&gt; occurs when the lining of the intestines is damaged by chemicals in our water and food. Fortunately, there is a simple remedy for the myriad ailments it causes. For instance, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disease, and the inability to lose weight are all associated with declining gut health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;An estimated 30% of all Americans suffer from Leaky Gut Syndrome - and as many as 90% of all chronic symptoms and conditions are linked to it.&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Digestive-Enzymes- target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Digestive-Enzymes-No-Background-min.png data-image=0 width=100 height=177 style=width:100px;height:177px alt="Digestive Enzymes"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;figcaption style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;/figcaption&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Broad-spectrum enzymes, like those found in our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Digestive-Enzymes- target=_blank&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Digestive Enzyme&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; formula, can increase digestive capacity, nutrient absorption, immunity, and vital energy.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Enzymes are the building blocks of life. &lt;/b&gt;They assist the body in breaking down food, providing it with fuel.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;Processed foods are entirely devoid of life-giving enzymes, so adding enzymes to your diet daily allows you to nourish your digestive system better and avoid or reverse chronic conditions associated with a leaky gut.&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Digestive-Enzymes- target=_blank&gt;Digestive Enzymes&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/b&gt; contain a high-quality spectrum of plant-based enzymes, protease, lipase, and amylase, that aid gastrointestinal and digestive function.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We’ve also added natural sources of enzyme super-activators and intestinal soothers, such as glutamine acid, papaya leaf, guava, fennel seed, pineapple, milk thistle, and zucchini.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
You’ll be absolutely shocked by how much better you’ll feel!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Digestive-Enzymes-&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/The-Secret-Alzheimers-Warning-Sign">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/The-Secret-Alzheimers-Warning-Sign</id>
    <title type="text">The Secret Alzheimer’s Warning Sign</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Alzheimer's Has Hidden Signs
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
You are probably familiar with traditional Alzheimer's warning signs:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;memory loss that disrupts daily life&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;difficulty problem-solving, planning, and completing familiar tasks&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;confusion with places and times&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;frequently losing things&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;experiencing changes in mood and personality&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Source: &lt;a href=http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10_signs_of_alzheimers.asp#signs&gt;www.alz.org&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Over the years, We have repeatedly shared the dangers of chronic over-prescribing and over-use of anti-depressants and sleeping pills. If this wasn't bad enough, drug companies have now come up with a new class of drugs combining these conditions, claiming to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia. However, you end up with a far more dangerous &lt;i&gt;chemical Russian Roulette cocktail&lt;/i&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In &lt;a href=http://institutefornaturalhealing.com/2014/09/these-common-drugs-are-giving-you-alzheimers/ &gt;&lt;i&gt;These Common Drugs are Giving You Alzheimer’s&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, published in &lt;b&gt;The Institute for Natural Healing&lt;/b&gt;, a research publication, the authors talk about the family of drugs, Benzodiazepines, which are dangerous in many ways, the least of which is increasing your risk of developing Alzheimer's.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Potential Precursors to Alzheimer’s
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Doctors are prescribing Benzodiazepines in an attempt to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia in one potent little pill called Xanax, Valium, and Ativan - and not surprisingly, these little monsters are responsible for 35% of the 1.4 million prescriptions drug-related ER visits in one year alone.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;According to the article, researchers discovered that taking these drugs &lt;em&gt;for only 3 months&lt;/em&gt; can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's by over 50%!&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is just astounding. And believe me, the drug companies won't advertise the results of this study!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The researchers concluded that these medications should be declared a public health crisis—&lt;i&gt;the&lt;/i&gt; &lt;i&gt;longer the seniors in the study took these drugs, the greater the increased risk.&lt;/i&gt; The article's authors declared this a "&lt;i&gt;direct threat to&lt;/i&gt; &lt;i&gt;your health—even your life!&lt;/i&gt;"
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These drugs are beyond dangerous. They are destructive to our brain and thinking capacity. Never take them. And if you are taking them now? Please contact our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Healthy-Living-Support&gt;Healthy Living Support&lt;/a&gt; team and set up a consultation to find out how to immediately get off of these drugs safely.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
There is Good News!
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We've told you about natural ways to help prevent this horrific disease from ever affecting your life, but let us remind you.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Mind Power, Omega 3-6-9, and Ultra D3 are three robust, all-natural formulas that can give you a protective edge against dementia and traditional Alzheimer's symptoms.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In today's Information Age, we are bombarded with data and images like never before, overloading the brain and wreaking havoc on our thinking ability.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Mind-Power&gt;&lt;b&gt;Mind Power&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is like an &lt;i&gt;Einstein pill&lt;/i&gt; that fuels the genius inside of you, allowing you to think faster, remember faster, and deliver protection against the ravages of dementia and early-onset Alzheimer's.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Ultra-D3&gt;&lt;b&gt;UItra D3&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is a high-potency vitamin D formula combined with vitamin K for bone and cardiovascular health, vital mineral co-factors, and antioxidants. Don't delay! Get a bottle today and take it daily for yourself and your loved ones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Research from the University of Exeter Medical School discovered that vitamin D deficiency raises the risk of dementia by 53%, and severe blood levels are lower than 25 nmol/L, increasing deficiency when the risk by 125%. Low vitamin D levels also increase the risk of Alzheimer's by 69%, and if you are severely deficient, your chances increase by 122%!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The study unequivocally shows the direct link between low vitamin D levels and dementia and Alzheimer's. Whether you are 25 or 85, there is still time to increase your vitamin D blood serum levels and give your brain what it needs to stay healthy.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Omega-3-6-9&gt;&lt;b&gt;Omega 3-6-9&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is a balanced blend of Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) omega-3 and omega-6 plus Omega-9, a non-essential but beneficial fatty acid. Omega-3 and Omega-6 are necessary for maintaining your heart, nervous system, and skin, while omega-9 promotes a healthy vascular system.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
EFAs are vitally crucial for brain health, as the brain consists primarily of EFAs. For anyone identified with ADD/ADHD and especially the elderly experiencing Alzheimer's symptoms, try Omega 3/6/9 to supply the brain with the vital nutrients it needs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We can't make any guarantees, but we want you to have the best chance possible with all-natural solutions to this dreaded illness. &lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-10-18T01:40:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:51:15-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/The-Secret-Alzheimers-Warning-Sign" />
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    <category term="Anti-Aging" />
    <category term="Senior Health" />
    <category term="Brain" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Alzheimer's Has Hidden Signs
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
You are probably familiar with traditional Alzheimer's warning signs:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;memory loss that disrupts daily life&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;difficulty problem-solving, planning, and completing familiar tasks&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;confusion with places and times&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;frequently losing things&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;experiencing changes in mood and personality&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Source: &lt;a href=http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_10_signs_of_alzheimers.asp#signs&gt;www.alz.org&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Over the years, We have repeatedly shared the dangers of chronic over-prescribing and over-use of anti-depressants and sleeping pills. If this wasn't bad enough, drug companies have now come up with a new class of drugs combining these conditions, claiming to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia. However, you end up with a far more dangerous &lt;i&gt;chemical Russian Roulette cocktail&lt;/i&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In &lt;a href=http://institutefornaturalhealing.com/2014/09/these-common-drugs-are-giving-you-alzheimers/ &gt;&lt;i&gt;These Common Drugs are Giving You Alzheimer’s&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, published in &lt;b&gt;The Institute for Natural Healing&lt;/b&gt;, a research publication, the authors talk about the family of drugs, Benzodiazepines, which are dangerous in many ways, the least of which is increasing your risk of developing Alzheimer's.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Potential Precursors to Alzheimer’s
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Doctors are prescribing Benzodiazepines in an attempt to treat anxiety, depression, and insomnia in one potent little pill called Xanax, Valium, and Ativan - and not surprisingly, these little monsters are responsible for 35% of the 1.4 million prescriptions drug-related ER visits in one year alone.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;According to the article, researchers discovered that taking these drugs &lt;em&gt;for only 3 months&lt;/em&gt; can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's by over 50%!&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is just astounding. And believe me, the drug companies won't advertise the results of this study!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The researchers concluded that these medications should be declared a public health crisis—&lt;i&gt;the&lt;/i&gt; &lt;i&gt;longer the seniors in the study took these drugs, the greater the increased risk.&lt;/i&gt; The article's authors declared this a "&lt;i&gt;direct threat to&lt;/i&gt; &lt;i&gt;your health—even your life!&lt;/i&gt;"
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These drugs are beyond dangerous. They are destructive to our brain and thinking capacity. Never take them. And if you are taking them now? Please contact our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Healthy-Living-Support&gt;Healthy Living Support&lt;/a&gt; team and set up a consultation to find out how to immediately get off of these drugs safely.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
There is Good News!
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We've told you about natural ways to help prevent this horrific disease from ever affecting your life, but let us remind you.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Mind Power, Omega 3-6-9, and Ultra D3 are three robust, all-natural formulas that can give you a protective edge against dementia and traditional Alzheimer's symptoms.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In today's Information Age, we are bombarded with data and images like never before, overloading the brain and wreaking havoc on our thinking ability.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Mind-Power&gt;&lt;b&gt;Mind Power&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is like an &lt;i&gt;Einstein pill&lt;/i&gt; that fuels the genius inside of you, allowing you to think faster, remember faster, and deliver protection against the ravages of dementia and early-onset Alzheimer's.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Ultra-D3&gt;&lt;b&gt;UItra D3&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is a high-potency vitamin D formula combined with vitamin K for bone and cardiovascular health, vital mineral co-factors, and antioxidants. Don't delay! Get a bottle today and take it daily for yourself and your loved ones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Research from the University of Exeter Medical School discovered that vitamin D deficiency raises the risk of dementia by 53%, and severe blood levels are lower than 25 nmol/L, increasing deficiency when the risk by 125%. Low vitamin D levels also increase the risk of Alzheimer's by 69%, and if you are severely deficient, your chances increase by 122%!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The study unequivocally shows the direct link between low vitamin D levels and dementia and Alzheimer's. Whether you are 25 or 85, there is still time to increase your vitamin D blood serum levels and give your brain what it needs to stay healthy.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Omega-3-6-9&gt;&lt;b&gt;Omega 3-6-9&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is a balanced blend of Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) omega-3 and omega-6 plus Omega-9, a non-essential but beneficial fatty acid. Omega-3 and Omega-6 are necessary for maintaining your heart, nervous system, and skin, while omega-9 promotes a healthy vascular system.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
EFAs are vitally crucial for brain health, as the brain consists primarily of EFAs. For anyone identified with ADD/ADHD and especially the elderly experiencing Alzheimer's symptoms, try Omega 3/6/9 to supply the brain with the vital nutrients it needs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We can't make any guarantees, but we want you to have the best chance possible with all-natural solutions to this dreaded illness. &lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Bio-Identical-Progesterone">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Bio-Identical-Progesterone</id>
    <title type="text">Bio-Identical Progesterone - Say Goodbye to PMS and Hot Flashes</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Fluctuating Hormones are Primarily Due to Estrogen Overload&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Any woman who has gone through puberty, pregnancy, or experienced peri-menopause understands all too well the effect of fluctuating hormones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Throughout life, a woman’s natural production of progesterone and estrogen can look like a roller coaster, leading to weight gain, fluctuating moods, memory loss, night sweats, insomnia, loss of libido, and tender breasts.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Too much estrogen causes the body to convert food to fat rather than burning it as metabolic energy. Excess estrogen also interferes with thyroid and thyroid hormone function, causing loss of energy, fatigue, and a severe drop in metabolism—all of which contribute to weight gain and the inability to lose it.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Progesterone can balance the negative effects of excess estrogen by neutralizing it and flushing it out of the body. However, our chronic lifestyle stress uses up the majority of the body’s available progesterone, leaving little to none to correct the estrogen overload.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Most women don’t attempt to treat the problems until the conditions become unbearable. Unfortunately, most medical doctors are not trained in natural hormone therapy, &lt;i&gt;so the commonly prescribed pharmaceutical treatments only further imbalance hormonal levels!&lt;/i&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Benefits of Natural Progesterone
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:right;width:127px;max-width:127px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;div class=embed-content&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;a href=/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;img src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeYhGai-bzyqEBSHe17osM32-NPRpkdOXzez-J60HyyuUmt_9ZDBaNMWTNuLF-QyyxN65FfuLUhGezl_Ql36tdy6ibFg1GZ2NuKq9qccfVThszdzKNOhPhM6WvuOjKJYN2vL8i42cRvlxWUivJV59CWUUJ4?key=6hC09kqKxT9BLF4IgRQieA" width=127 height=326 data-image=d53iaeg381n8 alt="Progesterone Boost (Bio-Identical USP)"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;b&gt;Progesterone Boost&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; cream is the answer you’ve been looking for to help flush away excess estrogen and bring your hormone levels to a balanced, healthy place.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Phyto-progesterone (meaning plant-based progesterone) is produced by a saponin found in many plants, like Wild Mexican Yams, called Diosgenis. Diosgenis is bioidentical to the hormone progesterone made by a woman's body. Because it is the same, the body recognizes it as natural, not synthetic, and it is highly effective in battling the symptoms of hormone imbalances.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our all-natural, &lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;Bio-Identical USP Progesterone topical cream&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt; contains 500mg of Diosgenis per fl oz or approximately 20mg per 1/2 tsp serving. There are no recorded side effects from phyto-progesterone, and studies have shown that natural, plant-based progesterone may help osteoblast function, which is integral in bone rebuilding – vital for post-menopausal women!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Whether or not to use natural progesterone is a personal decision made by each woman, working with her health care professional and based on symptoms of estrogen dominance.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These symptoms include:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Water retention, edema (swelling, bloating)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fatigue, lack of energy&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Breast swelling, Fibrocystic breasts&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Premenstrual mood swings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Depression and anxiety&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Loss of libido&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Heavy or irregular menses&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Uterine fibroids&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cravings for sweets or carbs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Symptoms of low thyroid such as cold hands and feet&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP target=_blank&gt;&lt;b&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Application Tips:&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Gently massage cream into areas where your skin blushes, like your upper chest and neck, and areas where blood vessels are close to the surface, such as the back of hands, inside of wrists, elbows or knees, arches, and tops of feet. Rotate the application to a different skin area each time. Avoid applying to fatty areas, which slow down absorption into the bloodstream.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The amount of USP Progesterone Cream to use differs from woman to woman, depending on your personal and individual needs. Read and follow the instructions included with your cream.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Always consult your health care provider if you need help with dosage, or contact our Customer Support team at ##STOREPHONE##.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-10-17T21:18:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:54:13-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
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    <category term="Wellness" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Fluctuating Hormones are Primarily Due to Estrogen Overload&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Any woman who has gone through puberty, pregnancy, or experienced peri-menopause understands all too well the effect of fluctuating hormones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Throughout life, a woman’s natural production of progesterone and estrogen can look like a roller coaster, leading to weight gain, fluctuating moods, memory loss, night sweats, insomnia, loss of libido, and tender breasts.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Too much estrogen causes the body to convert food to fat rather than burning it as metabolic energy. Excess estrogen also interferes with thyroid and thyroid hormone function, causing loss of energy, fatigue, and a severe drop in metabolism—all of which contribute to weight gain and the inability to lose it.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Progesterone can balance the negative effects of excess estrogen by neutralizing it and flushing it out of the body. However, our chronic lifestyle stress uses up the majority of the body’s available progesterone, leaving little to none to correct the estrogen overload.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Most women don’t attempt to treat the problems until the conditions become unbearable. Unfortunately, most medical doctors are not trained in natural hormone therapy, &lt;i&gt;so the commonly prescribed pharmaceutical treatments only further imbalance hormonal levels!&lt;/i&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Benefits of Natural Progesterone
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:right;width:127px;max-width:127px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;div class=embed-content&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;
Our &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;b&gt;Progesterone Boost&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; cream is the answer you’ve been looking for to help flush away excess estrogen and bring your hormone levels to a balanced, healthy place.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Phyto-progesterone (meaning plant-based progesterone) is produced by a saponin found in many plants, like Wild Mexican Yams, called Diosgenis. Diosgenis is bioidentical to the hormone progesterone made by a woman's body. Because it is the same, the body recognizes it as natural, not synthetic, and it is highly effective in battling the symptoms of hormone imbalances.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our all-natural, &lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;Bio-Identical USP Progesterone topical cream&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt; contains 500mg of Diosgenis per fl oz or approximately 20mg per 1/2 tsp serving. There are no recorded side effects from phyto-progesterone, and studies have shown that natural, plant-based progesterone may help osteoblast function, which is integral in bone rebuilding – vital for post-menopausal women!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Whether or not to use natural progesterone is a personal decision made by each woman, working with her health care professional and based on symptoms of estrogen dominance.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These symptoms include:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Water retention, edema (swelling, bloating)&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fatigue, lack of energy&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Breast swelling, Fibrocystic breasts&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Premenstrual mood swings&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Depression and anxiety&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Loss of libido&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Heavy or irregular menses&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Uterine fibroids&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Cravings for sweets or carbs&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Symptoms of low thyroid such as cold hands and feet&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP target=_blank&gt;&lt;b&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Application Tips:&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Gently massage cream into areas where your skin blushes, like your upper chest and neck, and areas where blood vessels are close to the surface, such as the back of hands, inside of wrists, elbows or knees, arches, and tops of feet. Rotate the application to a different skin area each time. Avoid applying to fatty areas, which slow down absorption into the bloodstream.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The amount of USP Progesterone Cream to use differs from woman to woman, depending on your personal and individual needs. Read and follow the instructions included with your cream.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
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  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Bill-Gates-Ebola-The-Flu-and-You">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Bill-Gates-Ebola-The-Flu-and-You</id>
    <title type="text">Bill Gates, Ebola, the Flu - and You</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;
&lt;span style=color:#fff&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.gatesfoundation.org/ideas/media-center/press-releases/2014/11/astmh-address target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#fff&gt;T&lt;/span&gt;The Wall Street Journal&lt;/a&gt; reported on the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene conference Bill Gates attended in 2014. The conference discussed the Ebola crisis and the world's massive lack of preparedness for a global epidemic.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
"The world as a whole doesn’t have the preparedness for epidemics, and we’ve had a few flu scares that got us to do some minor things, but not enough," he said. “If this thing had been twice as transmissive, we’d be in a lot of trouble, and there are agents that have a real chance of coming on in the next several decades that are far more transmissive than this is. What’s to stop some form of SARS showing up?”
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
No one from West Africa was admitted to the conference because of the risk, and Mr. Gates &lt;i&gt;should have discus&lt;/i&gt;sed the lack of 2 essentials that could limit the spread of this and every other potential global epidemic.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We now know what it looked like with the COVID-19 virus in 2020. It makes you think: If everyone knew this information, would it have become as dangerous as it did?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style=text-align:center&gt;
If West Africans knew about Vitamin D and Shark Liver Oil
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Things would be much, much different! It's &lt;i&gt;nearly impossible &lt;/i&gt;to get sick when you load your body with these super-powerful immune boosters.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The key to superior immune system strength and speed of reaction to a virus entering your body and your airstream is this crucial fact:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Without vitamin D, our immune system is handicapped and cannot respond. The D3 works like a light switch to turn on the body's T-cells. T-cells are our foot soldiers that go into battle to fight infections and viruses, and this is precisely why so many young men and women were lost needlessly during the AIDS crisis.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;No T Cells, No Life.&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
A 15-year study in Scandinavia found that high D3 levels in the bloodstream instantly turned on the T Cells, and BINGO activated the immune system. This is still not a widely known fact, even in medical circles, and this is also why D3 levels are so important to fight horrors like HIV/AIDS, the Flu, Ebola, and COVID-19.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Vaccines do not contain any vitamin D. Now ponder that a moment.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The vaccines should not work, as they never activate our primary defenses!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If Bill Gates, one of the wealthiest men in the world, is listening right now, please get out your checkbook and donate a million bottles of our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/span&gt; &lt;/a&gt;formula to the Ebola Crisis Center in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and all of West Africa.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Along with clean hands and a no-kissing campaign, vitamin D can boost immunity and help contain continuing transmission.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We carry two unique Vitamin D products we strongly suggest everyone take all year round.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;60&amp;nbsp;(available in 120 or 60 veggie capsules) is our best-selling, high-potency vitamin D formula. It contains vitamin K, minerals, and antioxidants.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Kids love our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Vitamin-D3-2000iu target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Vitamin D3&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;gelcap formula. They can bite it open to release the oil and spit the gelcap out.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We also created a&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Respiratory-Lung-Health target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Respiratory Lung Health&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; containing the four essential formulas for boosting your immune and respiratory systems to battle colds, flu, and more this winter:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shroom-Supreme target=_blank&gt;Shroom Supreme&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;,&lt;/span&gt; and &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Respiratory-Lung-Health target=_blank&gt;Respiratory Lung Health&lt;/a&gt; and priced so you can protect you and your loved ones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Winter-Wellness-Plain-5776-x-3851-px-COMPRESSED.jpg data-image=0 width=434 height=289 alt="Winter Wellness Kit- Boost Your Immune System Response"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;figcaption style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;/figcaption&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit target=_blank&gt;Click here to order the Kit.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-10-17T20:33:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:55:32-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Bill-Gates-Ebola-The-Flu-and-You" />
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    <category term="Immune" />
    <content type="html">&lt;p&gt;
&lt;span style=color:#fff&gt;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.gatesfoundation.org/ideas/media-center/press-releases/2014/11/astmh-address target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#fff&gt;T&lt;/span&gt;The Wall Street Journal&lt;/a&gt; reported on the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene conference Bill Gates attended in 2014. The conference discussed the Ebola crisis and the world's massive lack of preparedness for a global epidemic.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
"The world as a whole doesn’t have the preparedness for epidemics, and we’ve had a few flu scares that got us to do some minor things, but not enough," he said. “If this thing had been twice as transmissive, we’d be in a lot of trouble, and there are agents that have a real chance of coming on in the next several decades that are far more transmissive than this is. What’s to stop some form of SARS showing up?”
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
No one from West Africa was admitted to the conference because of the risk, and Mr. Gates &lt;i&gt;should have discus&lt;/i&gt;sed the lack of 2 essentials that could limit the spread of this and every other potential global epidemic.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We now know what it looked like with the COVID-19 virus in 2020. It makes you think: If everyone knew this information, would it have become as dangerous as it did?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2 style=text-align:center&gt;
If West Africans knew about Vitamin D and Shark Liver Oil
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Things would be much, much different! It's &lt;i&gt;nearly impossible &lt;/i&gt;to get sick when you load your body with these super-powerful immune boosters.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The key to superior immune system strength and speed of reaction to a virus entering your body and your airstream is this crucial fact:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Without vitamin D, our immune system is handicapped and cannot respond. The D3 works like a light switch to turn on the body's T-cells. T-cells are our foot soldiers that go into battle to fight infections and viruses, and this is precisely why so many young men and women were lost needlessly during the AIDS crisis.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;No T Cells, No Life.&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
A 15-year study in Scandinavia found that high D3 levels in the bloodstream instantly turned on the T Cells, and BINGO activated the immune system. This is still not a widely known fact, even in medical circles, and this is also why D3 levels are so important to fight horrors like HIV/AIDS, the Flu, Ebola, and COVID-19.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Vaccines do not contain any vitamin D. Now ponder that a moment.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The vaccines should not work, as they never activate our primary defenses!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If Bill Gates, one of the wealthiest men in the world, is listening right now, please get out your checkbook and donate a million bottles of our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/span&gt; &lt;/a&gt;formula to the Ebola Crisis Center in Liberia, Sierra Leone, and all of West Africa.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Along with clean hands and a no-kissing campaign, vitamin D can boost immunity and help contain continuing transmission.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We carry two unique Vitamin D products we strongly suggest everyone take all year round.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;60&amp;nbsp;(available in 120 or 60 veggie capsules) is our best-selling, high-potency vitamin D formula. It contains vitamin K, minerals, and antioxidants.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Kids love our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Vitamin-D3-2000iu target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Vitamin D3&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;gelcap formula. They can bite it open to release the oil and spit the gelcap out.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We also created a&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Respiratory-Lung-Health target=_blank&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;Respiratory Lung Health&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/a&gt; containing the four essential formulas for boosting your immune and respiratory systems to battle colds, flu, and more this winter:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ultra-D3 target=_blank&gt;Ultra D3&lt;/a&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;, &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shroom-Supreme target=_blank&gt;Shroom Supreme&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style=color:#548dd4&gt;,&lt;/span&gt; and &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Respiratory-Lung-Health target=_blank&gt;Respiratory Lung Health&lt;/a&gt; and priced so you can protect you and your loved ones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Winter-Wellness-Plain-5776-x-3851-px-COMPRESSED.jpg data-image=0 width=434 height=289 alt="Winter Wellness Kit- Boost Your Immune System Response"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;figcaption style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;/figcaption&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p style=text-align:center&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit target=_blank&gt;Click here to order the Kit.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Winter-Wellness-Kit&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Hope-for-Your-Best-Breast-Hormone-Health">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Hope-for-Your-Best-Breast-Hormone-Health</id>
    <title type="text">Hope for Your Best Breast-Hormone Health!</title>
    <summary type="html">1 in 8 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and according to the CDC, other than a few types of skin cancers, breast cancer is the #1 cancer among all women and it is the #1 cause of death from cancer among Hispanic women.  Why is it that China and other Asian countries rarely see breast cancer?  </summary>
    <published>2024-10-10T19:12:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:52:36-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
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&lt;p&gt;
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to remind you that you can take steps right now to lower your risk of this dreaded diagnosis.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
1 in 8 American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and according to the CDC, other than a few types of skin cancers, breast cancer is the #1 cancer among all women, and it is the #1 cause of death from cancer among Hispanic women.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Close to 310,000 Americans are expected to be diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2024 alone, and over 40,000 will die of it.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;img alt="Image: Asian woman laughing with her hands over her mouth." src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdewKnk5X8m6AFw_Mdl302rHYtHsFAekSZhGZ9RDXpBWgtIfx18J5-rzRHO1x5L8Dp1C4FsfOeEgxe-dhf0BUx_pgokG5-dD6pzRtnIIBrUsgmVJLckOXgRwVaBQ-a8Bn5j75WHBYgI9esiT5rJzsGB56au?key=VVD7xrqTKl_ace8kT16WJg" width=208 height=156 data-image=90qep6dmeyo2&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Why is it that China and other Asian countries rarely see breast cancer?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It is because Asian cultures are geared toward a healthier lifestyle. They rarely eat red meat and dairy, and their diets are primarily vegetarian. They walk almost everywhere and include additional exercise in their daily routines. Their stress levels are significantly lower than Americans', who have some of the highest stress and anxiety levels in the world.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
You can probably imagine what we suggest you do to lower your risk of breast cancer… First, you need to stop eating meat and dairy products. Second, you need to exercise – every single day! And take our &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Balanced-Woman target=_blank&gt;Balanced Woman&lt;/a&gt; Formula.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When our mentor (Wayne) was in China, he had asked the professor at the Institute where he was studying why he had never heard any of the Asian women discuss hot flashes, breast cancer, mood swings, or PMS.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The Chinese women ate primarily vegetarian food, drank pure soy milk—no dairy—and drank a special herbal tea called “Eternal Flame.”
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
As you can imagine, he seized the formula and ingredients for the tea and brought them with him to America. Overnight, &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Balanced-Woman target=_blank&gt;Balanced Woman&lt;/a&gt; became one of our top-selling formulas and still is—because it works!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
NO pharmaceuticals are involved! No drug could accomplish what &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Balanced-Woman target=_blank&gt;Balanced Woman&lt;/a&gt; can. The ingredients in this formula are so powerful that China has one of the lowest rates of breast cancer in the entire world!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;Source: Shockney, Lillie. “Breast Cancer Facts &amp; Statistics for 2022.” &lt;i&gt;National Breast Cancer Foundation&lt;/i&gt;, June 2023, &lt;a href=http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-facts/ &gt;www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-facts/&lt;/a&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/6-Deadly-Signs-You-are-a-Sugar-Holic">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/6-Deadly-Signs-You-are-a-Sugar-Holic</id>
    <title type="text">6 Deadly Signs You're a Sugar-Holic</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Are You Addicted to Sugar?
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
You are not alone.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
There are 6 easy-to-detect signs to know you are addicted - and possibly on your way to a diagnosis of diabetes.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you have a constant craving for chocolate and alcohol?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you drink Diet Soda and are still overweight?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you ever fall asleep at the table?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you have blurred vision or are often unable to focus?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you feel fatigued most of the time?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you wake up feeling more tired than when you fell asleep?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Statistics tell us that 60% of Americans have diabetes in some shape, form, or severity. Even little kids have it now, thanks to our friends at Coke, Pepsi, and McDonald's (better called McDiabetes!)
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
What caused this to happen so suddenly?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;&lt;b&gt;"IT'S THE SUGAR, STUPID"&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Is there hope? YES!&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Some years back, Our mentor (Wayne) was an intimate part of the rescue process for a man who was dying a certain death - gangrene and massive obesity. He used a unique formula that he had created just to treat him.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We've brought this formula back and seen incredible success since its release. People with diabetes are recovering, and people addicted to sugar are finding freedom!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sit back, and we will explain why this updated formula works faster, more efficiently, and with zero side effects compared to and without modern medicine or drugs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;It is a matter of life and death.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Diabetes Time Bomb
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The Washington Post reported a study confirming dramatic increases in diabetes rates. Unfortunately, the United States saw the "steepest increase over the past three decades for men and the second steepest increase for women (behind Spain)."&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
“This is likely to be one of the defining features of global health in the coming decades,” said Majid Ezzati, an epidemiologist and bio-statistician at Imperial College London, who headed the study.
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;This new study strengthens the 2010 government report finding that 1 in 10 adults—23.6 million Americans—has diabetes and warns that the figure is likely to triple to 1 in 3 over the next 40 years.&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In addition, 96 million Americans have pre-diabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are high but not enough to result in a diagnosis of diabetes.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;That's 35% of adults over the age of 20!&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Obesity is a significant factor contributing to the onset of diabetes. Overweight people are 3 times more likely to develop diabetes than those who are not overweight.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Obesity and diabetes are both massive secret epidemics, not only in the United States but all over the world. It is a time bomb ready to explode. &lt;b&gt;Unfortunately, either you or someone you know is going to fall victim to obesity and probably diabetes.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Glucose Defense Dismantles the Time Bomb
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Mother Nature has provided us with a cupboard of disease and diabetes-fighting compounds. We put everything but the kitchen sink in our &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control&gt;&lt;b&gt;Glucose Defense&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; blood sugar control formula!
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Chromium&lt;/b&gt; is the miracle mineral that controls blood sugar. Yes, it controls blood sugar, and the pancreas needs to make insulin. Why don't McDiabetes, Coke, and Pepsi add this to their junk food and drinks?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Vanadium&lt;/b&gt; is another miracle mineral few people know about. &lt;i&gt;It mimics every aspect of insulin in the body.&lt;/i&gt;&amp;nbsp;Chromium and Vanadium can also lower blood pressure- talk about the icing on the cake!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Gymnemma Sylvreste&lt;/b&gt; is known as the sugar killer in India and explains why diabetes is nearly unheard of in India.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
"I was on the verge of Type II diabetes. I changed my diet and lost weight, but I still had high blood sugar. After taking 2 Diabesity caps, my blood sugar dropped from 115 to 90 (normal) in about 45 minutes. I am very impressed with this product."&lt;br&gt; - Kathleen
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;These 3 Powerful Ingredients are Just the Beginning&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Selenomethionine&lt;/b&gt;, the most absorbable form of selenium— a mineral antioxidant that keeps glucose in a normal range&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;American Ginseng is beneficial for neuropathy and glucose homeostasis&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Alpha Lipoic Acid&lt;/b&gt;, prickly pear, fenugreek, and bitter melon all aid with glycemia&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Cinnamon&lt;/b&gt; has a beneficial effect on HbAlc (an important blood glucose/insulin number) and triglyceride levels&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Bupleurum&lt;/b&gt; has been used for thousands of years to treat Liver inflammation and other Liver problems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;N-acetyl-cysteine&lt;/b&gt;, or &lt;b&gt;NAC&lt;/b&gt;, is an amino acid that is a powerful liver antioxidant and detoxifier. Together, they provide superb liver protection.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;In addition to all this, we include &lt;b&gt;Monk Root, Elecampane Root, Alpha Lipolic Acid, Bitter Melon Fruit, Indian kini bark &lt;/b&gt;and&lt;b&gt; Heartwood, Juniper Berry extract, &lt;/b&gt;and&lt;b&gt; Licorice&lt;/b&gt; to create the premiere formula dedicated to conquering diabetes in this generation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Diabetes was once unheard of in our society. Today, it is a terrifying epidemic afflicting not just 100 Million Americans but close to 1 of 3 American children!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We need help, but not from dangerous drugs and insulin injections. The body can control, and even reverse, diabetes when given the proper support of a healthy diet and pancreas rejuvenatory herbs and minerals.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Even patients stricken with diabetic gangrene experienced amazingly fast relief and turnaround with the compounds utilized in this extraordinarily safe formulation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:left;width:110px;max-width:110px;margin:0 10px 10px 0"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Glucose-Defense-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=110 height=191 alt="Glucose Defense"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our Glucose Defense is the first all-natural formulation developed to address diabetes and insulin resistance, the body's overproduction of insulin caused by prolonged, excessive sugar consumption.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When combined with a sensible, plant-based diet, &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control target=_blank&gt;&lt;b&gt;Glucose Defense&lt;/b&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/a&gt;helps the body lower blood sugar and blood pressure levels through ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic medicinal herbs (yet often missing) minerals, such as Chromium, Selenium, and Vanadium, to support the key (yet of body's natural glucose metabolism and insulin response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control&gt;Click here to order.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips &amp; Suggestions:
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Magnesium helps tremendously with essential insulin sensitivity. Our &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Mineral Complex&lt;/a&gt; is very high in Magnesium. A half teaspoon in a cup of V8 juice twice a day works wonders.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Kids thrive on exercise. Enroll them in a soccer team, walk with them daily, or buy them a bike. Don't let your kids dictate how long they spend on the television or computer! Take charge and get them outside!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Exercise! Every day. Make it fun!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fruits, fruits, fruits. Vegetables, vegetables, vegetables. Eat as much as you want.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Watch the documentary &lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKQGAv8gtBA"&gt;Super Size Me&lt;/a&gt;, and you’ll never step foot into a fast-food burger joint again.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Make sure you and your kids have one big salad a day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Avoid Diet drinks containing NutraSweet (Aspartame), Sucralose, or other artificial sweeteners like the plague! These artificial chemicals trigger diabetes and obesity.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ditto for any drink containing high fructose corn syrup. This addiction is a plague. NO COKE! NO PEPSI!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eat lots of string beans, cucumbers, garlic, shiitake mushrooms, and wheat germ. They’re pumped full of diabetes-fighting Chromium.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Make our&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/recipes/Chromium-Super-Soup&gt;Chromium Super Soup&lt;/a&gt; and serve at least three times a week.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you or someone you know suffers from diabetes or obesity, please contact our Customer Support team at ##STOREPHONE## to schedule your &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Healthy-Living-Support&gt;Healthy Living&lt;/a&gt; consultation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
References:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Half of American Adults Headed for Diabetes by 2020, UnitedHealth Says
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Type 2 Diabetes Rates Rising Around The World
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Diabesity: the Achilles Heel of our modernized society, Rev Assoc Med Bras vol 58 no 4 São Paulo July/Aug 2012 Interactions among liver and adipose tissue predisposing to diabesity and fatty liver, Trends Mo Med 2013 June 28 pii S1471-4914(13)
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Effects of Selenium supplementation on antioxidant defense and glucose homeostasis in experimental diabetes mellitus, BioTrace Elem Res 2007 Sep, 118(3): 217-26
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Preventive effects of North American Ginseng(Panax quiquefolium) on diabetes nephropathy
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Comparative effects of chromium, vanadium and gymnema sylvestre on sugar-induced Diabesity: the Achilles Heel of our modernized society, Rev Assoc Med Bras vol 58 no 4 São Paulo July/Aug 2012
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Blood pressure elevations in SHR, J Am Coll Nutrition 1998 Apr;17(2) 116-23
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Chromium and Vanadium affect the glucose/insulin that can favorably lower BP
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
ChromeMate supports Healthy Cholesterol Levels Already Within within Normal Range, J Med 2000; 31: 227-249 Alpha Lipoic Acid and Prickly pear cactus beneficial in the treatment of Diabetes, Adv Exp Med Biol 2012; 771:391-95 Fenugreek, bittermelln can aid in controlling Glycemia, Med Ath 2013; 67(1):7-9
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cinnamon has a beneficial effect on FBG, HbA1c and Triglycerides levels, Acts Diabet, 2004 sep; 41(3): 91-8
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Liver protective effect of Bupleurum, Phytother Res 2006 Nov; 20(1): 1002-8
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
NAC has Liver protective effect in the presents of high glucose,Diabetologia 2012 Nov; 55(11): 2920-8&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
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    <updated>2025-11-30T15:26:06-06:00</updated>
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      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Are You Addicted to Sugar?
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
You are not alone.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
There are 6 easy-to-detect signs to know you are addicted - and possibly on your way to a diagnosis of diabetes.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you have a constant craving for chocolate and alcohol?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you drink Diet Soda and are still overweight?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you ever fall asleep at the table?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you have blurred vision or are often unable to focus?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you feel fatigued most of the time?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you wake up feeling more tired than when you fell asleep?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Statistics tell us that 60% of Americans have diabetes in some shape, form, or severity. Even little kids have it now, thanks to our friends at Coke, Pepsi, and McDonald's (better called McDiabetes!)
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
What caused this to happen so suddenly?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;&lt;b&gt;"IT'S THE SUGAR, STUPID"&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Is there hope? YES!&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Some years back, Our mentor (Wayne) was an intimate part of the rescue process for a man who was dying a certain death - gangrene and massive obesity. He used a unique formula that he had created just to treat him.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We've brought this formula back and seen incredible success since its release. People with diabetes are recovering, and people addicted to sugar are finding freedom!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sit back, and we will explain why this updated formula works faster, more efficiently, and with zero side effects compared to and without modern medicine or drugs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;It is a matter of life and death.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Diabetes Time Bomb
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The Washington Post reported a study confirming dramatic increases in diabetes rates. Unfortunately, the United States saw the "steepest increase over the past three decades for men and the second steepest increase for women (behind Spain)."&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
“This is likely to be one of the defining features of global health in the coming decades,” said Majid Ezzati, an epidemiologist and bio-statistician at Imperial College London, who headed the study.
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;This new study strengthens the 2010 government report finding that 1 in 10 adults—23.6 million Americans—has diabetes and warns that the figure is likely to triple to 1 in 3 over the next 40 years.&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In addition, 96 million Americans have pre-diabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are high but not enough to result in a diagnosis of diabetes.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;That's 35% of adults over the age of 20!&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Obesity is a significant factor contributing to the onset of diabetes. Overweight people are 3 times more likely to develop diabetes than those who are not overweight.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Obesity and diabetes are both massive secret epidemics, not only in the United States but all over the world. It is a time bomb ready to explode. &lt;b&gt;Unfortunately, either you or someone you know is going to fall victim to obesity and probably diabetes.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Glucose Defense Dismantles the Time Bomb
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Mother Nature has provided us with a cupboard of disease and diabetes-fighting compounds. We put everything but the kitchen sink in our &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control&gt;&lt;b&gt;Glucose Defense&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; blood sugar control formula!
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Chromium&lt;/b&gt; is the miracle mineral that controls blood sugar. Yes, it controls blood sugar, and the pancreas needs to make insulin. Why don't McDiabetes, Coke, and Pepsi add this to their junk food and drinks?&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Vanadium&lt;/b&gt; is another miracle mineral few people know about. &lt;i&gt;It mimics every aspect of insulin in the body.&lt;/i&gt;&amp;nbsp;Chromium and Vanadium can also lower blood pressure- talk about the icing on the cake!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Gymnemma Sylvreste&lt;/b&gt; is known as the sugar killer in India and explains why diabetes is nearly unheard of in India.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
"I was on the verge of Type II diabetes. I changed my diet and lost weight, but I still had high blood sugar. After taking 2 Diabesity caps, my blood sugar dropped from 115 to 90 (normal) in about 45 minutes. I am very impressed with this product."&lt;br&gt; - Kathleen
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;These 3 Powerful Ingredients are Just the Beginning&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Selenomethionine&lt;/b&gt;, the most absorbable form of selenium— a mineral antioxidant that keeps glucose in a normal range&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;American Ginseng is beneficial for neuropathy and glucose homeostasis&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Alpha Lipoic Acid&lt;/b&gt;, prickly pear, fenugreek, and bitter melon all aid with glycemia&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Cinnamon&lt;/b&gt; has a beneficial effect on HbAlc (an important blood glucose/insulin number) and triglyceride levels&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Bupleurum&lt;/b&gt; has been used for thousands of years to treat Liver inflammation and other Liver problems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;N-acetyl-cysteine&lt;/b&gt;, or &lt;b&gt;NAC&lt;/b&gt;, is an amino acid that is a powerful liver antioxidant and detoxifier. Together, they provide superb liver protection.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;In addition to all this, we include &lt;b&gt;Monk Root, Elecampane Root, Alpha Lipolic Acid, Bitter Melon Fruit, Indian kini bark &lt;/b&gt;and&lt;b&gt; Heartwood, Juniper Berry extract, &lt;/b&gt;and&lt;b&gt; Licorice&lt;/b&gt; to create the premiere formula dedicated to conquering diabetes in this generation.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Diabetes was once unheard of in our society. Today, it is a terrifying epidemic afflicting not just 100 Million Americans but close to 1 of 3 American children!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We need help, but not from dangerous drugs and insulin injections. The body can control, and even reverse, diabetes when given the proper support of a healthy diet and pancreas rejuvenatory herbs and minerals.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Even patients stricken with diabetic gangrene experienced amazingly fast relief and turnaround with the compounds utilized in this extraordinarily safe formulation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:left;width:110px;max-width:110px;margin:0 10px 10px 0"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Glucose-Defense-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=110 height=191 alt="Glucose Defense"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Our Glucose Defense is the first all-natural formulation developed to address diabetes and insulin resistance, the body's overproduction of insulin caused by prolonged, excessive sugar consumption.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When combined with a sensible, plant-based diet, &lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control target=_blank&gt;&lt;b&gt;Glucose Defense&lt;/b&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/a&gt;helps the body lower blood sugar and blood pressure levels through ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic medicinal herbs (yet often missing) minerals, such as Chromium, Selenium, and Vanadium, to support the key (yet of body's natural glucose metabolism and insulin response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/DiaBesity-Blood-Sugar-Control&gt;Click here to order.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips &amp; Suggestions:
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Magnesium helps tremendously with essential insulin sensitivity. Our &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Mineral Complex&lt;/a&gt; is very high in Magnesium. A half teaspoon in a cup of V8 juice twice a day works wonders.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Kids thrive on exercise. Enroll them in a soccer team, walk with them daily, or buy them a bike. Don't let your kids dictate how long they spend on the television or computer! Take charge and get them outside!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Exercise! Every day. Make it fun!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Fruits, fruits, fruits. Vegetables, vegetables, vegetables. Eat as much as you want.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Watch the documentary &lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKQGAv8gtBA"&gt;Super Size Me&lt;/a&gt;, and you’ll never step foot into a fast-food burger joint again.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Make sure you and your kids have one big salad a day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Avoid Diet drinks containing NutraSweet (Aspartame), Sucralose, or other artificial sweeteners like the plague! These artificial chemicals trigger diabetes and obesity.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ditto for any drink containing high fructose corn syrup. This addiction is a plague. NO COKE! NO PEPSI!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eat lots of string beans, cucumbers, garlic, shiitake mushrooms, and wheat germ. They’re pumped full of diabetes-fighting Chromium.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Make our&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/recipes/Chromium-Super-Soup&gt;Chromium Super Soup&lt;/a&gt; and serve at least three times a week.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you or someone you know suffers from diabetes or obesity, please contact our Customer Support team at ##STOREPHONE## to schedule your &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Healthy-Living-Support&gt;Healthy Living&lt;/a&gt; consultation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
References:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Half of American Adults Headed for Diabetes by 2020, UnitedHealth Says
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Type 2 Diabetes Rates Rising Around The World
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Diabesity: the Achilles Heel of our modernized society, Rev Assoc Med Bras vol 58 no 4 São Paulo July/Aug 2012 Interactions among liver and adipose tissue predisposing to diabesity and fatty liver, Trends Mo Med 2013 June 28 pii S1471-4914(13)
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Effects of Selenium supplementation on antioxidant defense and glucose homeostasis in experimental diabetes mellitus, BioTrace Elem Res 2007 Sep, 118(3): 217-26
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Preventive effects of North American Ginseng(Panax quiquefolium) on diabetes nephropathy
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Comparative effects of chromium, vanadium and gymnema sylvestre on sugar-induced Diabesity: the Achilles Heel of our modernized society, Rev Assoc Med Bras vol 58 no 4 São Paulo July/Aug 2012
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Blood pressure elevations in SHR, J Am Coll Nutrition 1998 Apr;17(2) 116-23
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Chromium and Vanadium affect the glucose/insulin that can favorably lower BP
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
ChromeMate supports Healthy Cholesterol Levels Already Within within Normal Range, J Med 2000; 31: 227-249 Alpha Lipoic Acid and Prickly pear cactus beneficial in the treatment of Diabetes, Adv Exp Med Biol 2012; 771:391-95 Fenugreek, bittermelln can aid in controlling Glycemia, Med Ath 2013; 67(1):7-9
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cinnamon has a beneficial effect on FBG, HbA1c and Triglycerides levels, Acts Diabet, 2004 sep; 41(3): 91-8
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Liver protective effect of Bupleurum, Phytother Res 2006 Nov; 20(1): 1002-8
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
NAC has Liver protective effect in the presents of high glucose,Diabetologia 2012 Nov; 55(11): 2920-8&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/10-Natural-Solutions-to-Attention-Deficit">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/10-Natural-Solutions-to-Attention-Deficit</id>
    <title type="text">10 Natural Solutions to Attention Deficit </title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
My Child has ADD/ADHD, What Can We Do?
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Most parents have horror stories of what Ritalin and Adderall have done to their children. The kids complain about being in a fog or a haze, have difficulty sleeping, and say they don't feel like themselves when taking these drugs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you have children in your life, or grandchildren, nieces or nephews, who struggle to concentrate in class and do the best work possible, please share this message with that family and let them know natural solutions do exist, and drugs are not the answer.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Print this out, stick it to your refrigerator door, and incorporate all 10 steps into your routine - you'll be amazed by the results!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
10 Natural Solutions to Overcome Attention Deficit
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The brain is where we defeat ADHD&lt;/b&gt;. The brain has 74% fatty acids, and even a minor deficiency of essential fatty acids can slow brain function. Add foods like avocados, chia, hemp and flax seeds, walnuts, firm tofu, and spinach to your daily diet - they are all high in Omega fatty acids. For complete fatty acid support, try our &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Omega-3-6-9&gt;Omega 3/6/9&lt;/a&gt; formula, a perfect balance of the Omega 3-6-9 the brain needs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Enhance oxygen flow to the brain&lt;/b&gt; so it works clearer and faster. We developed &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Mind-Power&gt;Mind Power&lt;/a&gt; specifically to support cognitive function in healthy people. It aids your ability to think faster and clearer while boosting creativity and supporting memory recall. Students of all ages discover an entirely new way of studying and storing information for later recall and analysis.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
Eliminate dairy&lt;/b&gt;, including milk, cheese, ice cream, and butter. Dairy is not designed for humans. Switch to nut milk, cheeses, spreads, and frozen desserts available at all grocery stores.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Exercise is a must!&lt;/b&gt; Kids today are computer potatoes. Sign them up for activities—it doesn’t matter what sport or activity—support anything they enjoy and let them move and burn off energy. Exercise is arguably the best therapy for the body and the brain.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Your Brain is electric - and minerals conduct electricity!&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Regardless of age or whether they experience attention issues, everyone must supplement their diet with trace minerals. Our &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Minerals&lt;/a&gt; are ionic (meaning in the same form the body recognizes). Hence, they conduct electricity at the neuron and cellular level in the brain and throughout the body. Take 1/2 tsp twice daily in V8 or freshly squeezed carrot juice. Read the article, &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/You-are-an-Ocean&gt;You are an Ocean&lt;/a&gt;, to learn more about why trace minerals are missing in our diet today and what ionic minerals do for every organ in the body.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eliminate High Fructose Corn Syrup&lt;/strong&gt;.&amp;nbsp;Read the labels carefully, especially on fruit juice drinks, as many are loaded with HFC. Sodas are obviously a giant no-no, too. If you like the carbonation and crave sweetness in a drink, make your own with seltzer water, fresh/frozen fruit, and a couple of drops of Stevia, a natural zero-calorie sweetener.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eliminate Diet Soda too.&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Diet sodas contain a dangerous chemical sweetener called &lt;i&gt;Aspartame&lt;/i&gt; (brand names Nutrasweet or Equal) that clouds the brain in formaldehyde. Not good! Read the article, &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/contagious-health/What-Really-Causes-Lupus-and-MS&gt;What Really Causes Lupus and MS&lt;/a&gt;, to learn more about what this chemical does to the brain and nervous system.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Limit junk food.&lt;/strong&gt;
When you need food on the go, visit restaurants like Chipotle, Jamba Juice, Noodles, and many others that serve healthier meal options than burgers and fries.
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Add L-Carnitine&lt;/strong&gt;.&amp;nbsp;
L-carnitine is an amino acid concentrated in the body's most metabolically active organs: the heart, muscles, and brain. Carnitine's primary job is to transport fatty acids into the mitochondria to be burned for energy. (Remember step 1 about fatty acids?) Take 1 Tbsp of our citrus-flavored &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/L-Carnitine-1000mg-Orange&gt;L-Carnitine Liquid&lt;/a&gt; formula.
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Go to bed earlier!&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Children need more sleep than adults. Teenagers need 10 or more hours of sleep every night to support their rapidly growing bodies, and children in grade school need up to 13 hours of sleep. When the kids go to bed early, Mom and Dad get a break, too.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-08-01T17:34:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:45:38-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/10-Natural-Solutions-to-Attention-Deficit" />
    <link rel="enclosure" type="image/jpeg" length="30743" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/images/articles/girls-at-school_500x333.jpg" />
    <category term="Children" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
My Child has ADD/ADHD, What Can We Do?
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Most parents have horror stories of what Ritalin and Adderall have done to their children. The kids complain about being in a fog or a haze, have difficulty sleeping, and say they don't feel like themselves when taking these drugs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you have children in your life, or grandchildren, nieces or nephews, who struggle to concentrate in class and do the best work possible, please share this message with that family and let them know natural solutions do exist, and drugs are not the answer.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Print this out, stick it to your refrigerator door, and incorporate all 10 steps into your routine - you'll be amazed by the results!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
10 Natural Solutions to Overcome Attention Deficit
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;The brain is where we defeat ADHD&lt;/b&gt;. The brain has 74% fatty acids, and even a minor deficiency of essential fatty acids can slow brain function. Add foods like avocados, chia, hemp and flax seeds, walnuts, firm tofu, and spinach to your daily diet - they are all high in Omega fatty acids. For complete fatty acid support, try our &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Omega-3-6-9&gt;Omega 3/6/9&lt;/a&gt; formula, a perfect balance of the Omega 3-6-9 the brain needs.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Enhance oxygen flow to the brain&lt;/b&gt; so it works clearer and faster. We developed &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Mind-Power&gt;Mind Power&lt;/a&gt; specifically to support cognitive function in healthy people. It aids your ability to think faster and clearer while boosting creativity and supporting memory recall. Students of all ages discover an entirely new way of studying and storing information for later recall and analysis.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
Eliminate dairy&lt;/b&gt;, including milk, cheese, ice cream, and butter. Dairy is not designed for humans. Switch to nut milk, cheeses, spreads, and frozen desserts available at all grocery stores.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Exercise is a must!&lt;/b&gt; Kids today are computer potatoes. Sign them up for activities—it doesn’t matter what sport or activity—support anything they enjoy and let them move and burn off energy. Exercise is arguably the best therapy for the body and the brain.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Your Brain is electric - and minerals conduct electricity!&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Regardless of age or whether they experience attention issues, everyone must supplement their diet with trace minerals. Our &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Minerals&lt;/a&gt; are ionic (meaning in the same form the body recognizes). Hence, they conduct electricity at the neuron and cellular level in the brain and throughout the body. Take 1/2 tsp twice daily in V8 or freshly squeezed carrot juice. Read the article, &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/You-are-an-Ocean&gt;You are an Ocean&lt;/a&gt;, to learn more about why trace minerals are missing in our diet today and what ionic minerals do for every organ in the body.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eliminate High Fructose Corn Syrup&lt;/strong&gt;.&amp;nbsp;Read the labels carefully, especially on fruit juice drinks, as many are loaded with HFC. Sodas are obviously a giant no-no, too. If you like the carbonation and crave sweetness in a drink, make your own with seltzer water, fresh/frozen fruit, and a couple of drops of Stevia, a natural zero-calorie sweetener.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eliminate Diet Soda too.&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Diet sodas contain a dangerous chemical sweetener called &lt;i&gt;Aspartame&lt;/i&gt; (brand names Nutrasweet or Equal) that clouds the brain in formaldehyde. Not good! Read the article, &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/contagious-health/What-Really-Causes-Lupus-and-MS&gt;What Really Causes Lupus and MS&lt;/a&gt;, to learn more about what this chemical does to the brain and nervous system.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Limit junk food.&lt;/strong&gt;
When you need food on the go, visit restaurants like Chipotle, Jamba Juice, Noodles, and many others that serve healthier meal options than burgers and fries.
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Add L-Carnitine&lt;/strong&gt;.&amp;nbsp;
L-carnitine is an amino acid concentrated in the body's most metabolically active organs: the heart, muscles, and brain. Carnitine's primary job is to transport fatty acids into the mitochondria to be burned for energy. (Remember step 1 about fatty acids?) Take 1 Tbsp of our citrus-flavored &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/L-Carnitine-1000mg-Orange&gt;L-Carnitine Liquid&lt;/a&gt; formula.
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Go to bed earlier!&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;Children need more sleep than adults. Teenagers need 10 or more hours of sleep every night to support their rapidly growing bodies, and children in grade school need up to 13 hours of sleep. When the kids go to bed early, Mom and Dad get a break, too.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/What-is-Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/What-is-Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support</id>
    <title type="text">What is Bone Density Skeletal Support?</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Build Strong Bones Naturally!
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support&gt;Bone Density Skeletal Support&lt;/a&gt; supports building strong bones, potentially reversing the effects of Osteoporosis, and is also beneficial for mending broken bones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It comes in a giant, economy-sized 240-capsule bottle to save money and your bones!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s what’s inside each capsule:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:right;width:128px;max-width:128px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Bone-Density-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=128 height=232 alt="Bone Density Skeletal Support"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite (MCHA): &lt;/b&gt;A natural compound that makes up the crystalline matrix of bone and teeth and is the substance that gives them their rigidity. MCHA is a source of highly absorbable calcium and phosphorus, the major mineral components of bone, teeth, strong, healthy hair, nails, and skin. Those suffering from thin skin and who bruise and bleed easily are always deficient in MCHA.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN C:&lt;/b&gt; The prime antioxidant vitamin, vital for various bodily duties, mainly to fight free radical formation. Free radicals are the Pacman that devour cellular tissue. Vitamin C is necessary in large, daily amounts to fight bone degradation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN D-3 (Cholecalciferol):&lt;/b&gt; The bone vitamin- is now being hailed as a miracle vitamin to fight bone wasting and degradation and also in the fight against cancer. The body manufactures its own Vitamin D from early morning sunlight (15 minutes is all you need) but cannot make enough to rebuild bones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN K-2 (Menaquinone):&lt;/b&gt; A fantastic, natural element found in green, leafy vegetables and their leaves. It is the key to bone density. Vitamin K acts like a key that opens the door from the blood and allows the Calcium to flow into the bones. &lt;b&gt;Without vitamin K, Calcium cannot flow into the bones!&lt;/b&gt; This is why a proprietary version of vitamin K is the number-one-selling Osteoporosis drug in Japan!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN B-1 (Thiamine HCl):&lt;/b&gt; Known as the morale vitamin for its ability to fight depression and mental fatigue. It helps as a catalyst in the body to trigger proper growth, especially in children. It enhances immune response and helps fight insomnia, fatigue, confusion, poor memory, and muscle coordination.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;CALCIUM (from MCHA):&lt;/b&gt; One of the vital minerals in the body. Every cell needs Calcium to survive. It is necessary for the body to synthesize Vitamin B-12 and use Vitamin D for absorption. It works with Phosphorus to build sound teeth and bones and with Magnesium for cardiovascular health and skeletal strength. It helps with blood clotting, lowers blood pressure, prevents muscle cramping, maintains nervous system health, controls anxiety and depression, and ensures quality rest and deep sleep.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;PHOSPHORUS (from MCHA):&lt;/b&gt; The second most abundant mineral in the body after Calcium. It is necessary for skeletal infrastructure and strong bone formation. It is also needed for the brain, oxygenation of the body, and cell reproduction. Increases muscle performance while decreasing muscle fatigue. Excessive antacids deplete Phosphorus. Good sources include eggs, fish, legumes, and nuts.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;MAGNESIUM (from Magnesium Oxide and Ascorbate):&lt;/b&gt; This is a critical mineral for fighting osteoporosis and for the health of the entire skeletal system. It is also necessary for good nerve and muscle function, healthy blood vessels, and balanced blood pressure. Magnesium converts Calcium into bone and dissolves calcification in the joints, hips, hands, and even the arteries (hardening of the arteries). It triggers all the B vitamins into action; without Magnesium, these vitamins are useless in the body.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;COPPER (as Copper AAC):&lt;/b&gt; Helps control inflammatory arthritis, bursitis, and rheumatic symptoms. It aids in iron absorption, protein metabolism, bone formation, and blood clotting. SOD (superoxide dismutase) is a copper-containing enzyme that protects against free radical damage—aids in retaining hair color. Deficiencies result in high cholesterol, anemia, heart arrhythmia, and nerves. Many people swear by copper bracelets to relieve Arthritic pain in their hands and wrists.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;ZINC (as Zinc AAC):&lt;/b&gt; A co-enzyme of SOD that protects against free radical damage. It is essential to the formation of insulin and to maintaining immune strength. It is the raw material for the thymus gland to manufacture vital T-cells to fight all diseases in the body. Zinc is also needed for glandular, sexual, and reproductive health. It helps prevent birth defects, enhances sensory perception, accelerates healing, and is a brain food that helps control mental disorders while promoting mental alertness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;MANGANESE (as Manganese AAC):&lt;/b&gt; Vital to forming new cartilage and bones. It also nourishes the brain and nerve centers, aids in sugar and fat metabolism, and is necessary for DNA/RNA production. It also helps eliminate fatigue, nerve irritability, and lower back pain. Reduces seizures in epileptics and deficiencies always result in poor hair and nail growth, loss of hearing, and poor muscle/joint coordination—a warning: tranquilizer and anti-depressant drugs deplete Manganese in the body; avoid them at all times.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;HORSETAIL:&lt;/b&gt; A fantastic herb used for centuries in herbal medicine to boost strong, healthy hair growth. It is Mother Nature’s richest source of Silica, the basic building block of all life and necessary for strong bones, joints, ligaments, and cartilage formation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;BORON (as Boron AAC):&lt;/b&gt; Another vital bone mineral. It enhances the body’s capacity to utilize Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Vitamin D in bone formation and structure. It also stimulates estrogen production to protect against Osteoporosis, a significant nutritional deterrent to bone loss for athletes.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-07-20T19:10:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T14:30:47-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/What-is-Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support" />
    <link rel="enclosure" type="image/jpeg" length="30574" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/images/bone-density.jpg" />
    <category term="Bone &amp; Joint" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Build Strong Bones Naturally!
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/shop/Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support&gt;Bone Density Skeletal Support&lt;/a&gt; supports building strong bones, potentially reversing the effects of Osteoporosis, and is also beneficial for mending broken bones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It comes in a giant, economy-sized 240-capsule bottle to save money and your bones!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s what’s inside each capsule:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="float:right;width:128px;max-width:128px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Bone-Density-Skeletal-Support&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Bone-Density-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=128 height=232 alt="Bone Density Skeletal Support"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite (MCHA): &lt;/b&gt;A natural compound that makes up the crystalline matrix of bone and teeth and is the substance that gives them their rigidity. MCHA is a source of highly absorbable calcium and phosphorus, the major mineral components of bone, teeth, strong, healthy hair, nails, and skin. Those suffering from thin skin and who bruise and bleed easily are always deficient in MCHA.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN C:&lt;/b&gt; The prime antioxidant vitamin, vital for various bodily duties, mainly to fight free radical formation. Free radicals are the Pacman that devour cellular tissue. Vitamin C is necessary in large, daily amounts to fight bone degradation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN D-3 (Cholecalciferol):&lt;/b&gt; The bone vitamin- is now being hailed as a miracle vitamin to fight bone wasting and degradation and also in the fight against cancer. The body manufactures its own Vitamin D from early morning sunlight (15 minutes is all you need) but cannot make enough to rebuild bones.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN K-2 (Menaquinone):&lt;/b&gt; A fantastic, natural element found in green, leafy vegetables and their leaves. It is the key to bone density. Vitamin K acts like a key that opens the door from the blood and allows the Calcium to flow into the bones. &lt;b&gt;Without vitamin K, Calcium cannot flow into the bones!&lt;/b&gt; This is why a proprietary version of vitamin K is the number-one-selling Osteoporosis drug in Japan!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;VITAMIN B-1 (Thiamine HCl):&lt;/b&gt; Known as the morale vitamin for its ability to fight depression and mental fatigue. It helps as a catalyst in the body to trigger proper growth, especially in children. It enhances immune response and helps fight insomnia, fatigue, confusion, poor memory, and muscle coordination.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;CALCIUM (from MCHA):&lt;/b&gt; One of the vital minerals in the body. Every cell needs Calcium to survive. It is necessary for the body to synthesize Vitamin B-12 and use Vitamin D for absorption. It works with Phosphorus to build sound teeth and bones and with Magnesium for cardiovascular health and skeletal strength. It helps with blood clotting, lowers blood pressure, prevents muscle cramping, maintains nervous system health, controls anxiety and depression, and ensures quality rest and deep sleep.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;PHOSPHORUS (from MCHA):&lt;/b&gt; The second most abundant mineral in the body after Calcium. It is necessary for skeletal infrastructure and strong bone formation. It is also needed for the brain, oxygenation of the body, and cell reproduction. Increases muscle performance while decreasing muscle fatigue. Excessive antacids deplete Phosphorus. Good sources include eggs, fish, legumes, and nuts.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;MAGNESIUM (from Magnesium Oxide and Ascorbate):&lt;/b&gt; This is a critical mineral for fighting osteoporosis and for the health of the entire skeletal system. It is also necessary for good nerve and muscle function, healthy blood vessels, and balanced blood pressure. Magnesium converts Calcium into bone and dissolves calcification in the joints, hips, hands, and even the arteries (hardening of the arteries). It triggers all the B vitamins into action; without Magnesium, these vitamins are useless in the body.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;COPPER (as Copper AAC):&lt;/b&gt; Helps control inflammatory arthritis, bursitis, and rheumatic symptoms. It aids in iron absorption, protein metabolism, bone formation, and blood clotting. SOD (superoxide dismutase) is a copper-containing enzyme that protects against free radical damage—aids in retaining hair color. Deficiencies result in high cholesterol, anemia, heart arrhythmia, and nerves. Many people swear by copper bracelets to relieve Arthritic pain in their hands and wrists.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;ZINC (as Zinc AAC):&lt;/b&gt; A co-enzyme of SOD that protects against free radical damage. It is essential to the formation of insulin and to maintaining immune strength. It is the raw material for the thymus gland to manufacture vital T-cells to fight all diseases in the body. Zinc is also needed for glandular, sexual, and reproductive health. It helps prevent birth defects, enhances sensory perception, accelerates healing, and is a brain food that helps control mental disorders while promoting mental alertness.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;MANGANESE (as Manganese AAC):&lt;/b&gt; Vital to forming new cartilage and bones. It also nourishes the brain and nerve centers, aids in sugar and fat metabolism, and is necessary for DNA/RNA production. It also helps eliminate fatigue, nerve irritability, and lower back pain. Reduces seizures in epileptics and deficiencies always result in poor hair and nail growth, loss of hearing, and poor muscle/joint coordination—a warning: tranquilizer and anti-depressant drugs deplete Manganese in the body; avoid them at all times.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;HORSETAIL:&lt;/b&gt; A fantastic herb used for centuries in herbal medicine to boost strong, healthy hair growth. It is Mother Nature’s richest source of Silica, the basic building block of all life and necessary for strong bones, joints, ligaments, and cartilage formation.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;BORON (as Boron AAC):&lt;/b&gt; Another vital bone mineral. It enhances the body’s capacity to utilize Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, and Vitamin D in bone formation and structure. It also stimulates estrogen production to protect against Osteoporosis, a significant nutritional deterrent to bone loss for athletes.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Stress-Kills">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Stress-Kills</id>
    <title type="text">Stress Is Killing Me</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Stress Is the Silent Killer
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
In most cases, stress is the root cause of death; illnesses are just the wrap-up.&lt;br&gt;
Yordan Yordanov
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Studies have been linking stress with cancer and heart disease for years. The reality is &lt;strong&gt;stress causes inflammation,&lt;/strong&gt; and chronic inflammatory response is being linked to almost every illness - obesity, autoimmune disorders like AIDS, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, arthritis, as well as most other chronic disorders.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Stress is our bodies' natural response to internal and external toxins. When we experience stress, our bodies go into a fight-or-&lt;em&gt;flight&lt;/em&gt; response, and our immune system shifts into battle mode, trying desperately to adapt.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Eventually, our immune system becomes overwhelmed and wears out, and we can no longer fight. Silently, inflammation burns us alive from the inside out.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Your Brain and Body Eventually Breaks Down Under Chronic Stress
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Heightened, prolonged levels of cortisol in our bloodstream can be fatal! The brain cannot survive the constant onslaught of stress and inflammation unscathed. Prolonged, heightened levels of cortisol in our bloodstream have adverse effects:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Impairs mental performance&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Suppresses thyroid function, which can lead to hypothyroidism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Upsets blood sugar balance, which can lead to diabetes&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Decreases bone density and muscle strength&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Raises blood pressure&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Increases abdominal fat, which creates more health problems than fat in other areas of the body, leading to heart attacks, stroke, high cholesterol, and the development of metabolic syndrome&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Lowers immunity and inflammatory responses in the body&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cortisol is the body's stress hormone, secreted by the adrenal glands. Small doses of cortisol are good, giving us bursts of energy to survive our fight-or-flight response. Cortisol heightens memory function, increases immunity, lowers pain sensitivity, regulates blood pressure, and helps our bodies maintain balance.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But our bodies were designed to relax after a stressful event, allowing cortisol levels to drop and return to normal.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In our always-on-the-go lifestyle today, we do not take the time to slow down and recover. Instead, we throw ourselves into a state of chronic stress.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;When cortisol levels are elevated over prolonged periods, the body's inflammatory response destroys our immune system, eventually killing us from false fire alarms.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/TIME-Magazine-Secret-Killer_200x263.jpg alt="TIME Magazine: The Secret Killer" width=150 height=197 data-image=tv646uebghbe&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In 2004, TIME Magazine proposed that chronic inflammation might cause middle- and old-age illnesses. Instead of treating the diseases, what if we reduce inflammation?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We wrote an in-depth story about it,&amp;nbsp;Stress: The Silent Killer. If you missed it, we urge you to&amp;nbsp;read it.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Mother Nature to the Rescue&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We've all seen and know people who naturally have this high-stress/high-trauma condition under control - they look 10-15 years younger than they are, and they don't complain about the everyday aches and pains that others do. A woman in our church is 70 but could easily pass for 50!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We aptly call it &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ageless-Anti-Inflammatory&gt;Age-&lt;em&gt;Less&lt;/em&gt; Anti-Inflammatory&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;because if yoummati can lower inflammation, you can slow aging!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:121px;float:right;width:121px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ageless-Anti-Inflammatory target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Age-Less-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=121 height=208 alt="Ageless Anti-Inflammatory Supplement Nutrition"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Controlling this overactive response mechanism naturally, without drugs, has immediate results. It is part of a daily nutritional program to manage anxiety and stress, support heart and cardiovascular health, and ensure&amp;nbsp;a normal immune system response.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Age-Less is the ideal supplement for active individuals and athletes to enhance recovery after workouts by lowering exercise-induced inflammation with less pain and discomfort so you can work out at your maximum!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s a peek at the power behind the ingredients in this all-natural formula&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;table&gt;
&lt;tbody&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td width=25%&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Tulsi_150x121.jpg alt="Tulsi (Holy Basil) the Queen of Herbs" data-image=x5ugz7jh2rpt&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td width=75%&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Holy Basil (aka Tulsi)&lt;/strong&gt; - is considered the "Queen of Herbs". Revered in India for over 5,000 years,&amp;nbsp;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
Holy Basil is the world's greatest adaptogen. It increases strength, stamina, and endurance, allowing the body to utilize oxygen more&amp;nbsp;efficiently.
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
Holy Basil protects the gut and helps us adapt to stress, depression, and anxiety—it is the perfect ingredient for this product!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Quercetin_150x192.jpg data-image=ycv0vjkc6cln&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Quercetin&lt;/strong&gt; - is a plant-derived flavonoid found in fruits, vegetables, leaves, and grains.&amp;nbsp;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
Quercetin greatly improves endurance and oxygen capacity, making it perfect for athletes. Its anti-inflammatory properties and &amp;nbsp;ability to aid immune function make it perfect for Age-Less!
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Curcumin_powder_roots_150x150.jpg data-image=urdc5xdyp9p7&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Turmeric &lt;/strong&gt;- Our patented extract from Sabinsa called&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Super-Curcumin-C3 target=_blank&gt;Cucumin C3 Complex®&lt;/a&gt; is quite a spectacular ingredient!&lt;br&gt;
Curcuminoids are the active compounds in&amp;nbsp;Tumeric roots, possessing powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
Curcumin C3 Complex® has shown significant reductions in&amp;nbsp;serum triglyceride concentrations in obese individuals in clinical&amp;nbsp;studies. This is very encouraging news for anyone suffering from weight&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;issues due to stress and reactive inflammatory disorders.&lt;br&gt;
To learn more about Turmeric, read our in-depth report, Sacred Northern India Cancer Secret Revealed.
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Green-Tea-150x116.jpg data-image=rqwj43qkw8lx&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Green Tea Extract: G&lt;b&gt;reen tea contains a&amp;nbsp;&lt;/b&gt;sensational plant nutrient called EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which has&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;superior anti-inflammatory properties.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
It has been shown&amp;nbsp;to support normal triglycerides and cholesterol levels, slow the progression of arthritis, and even disrupt the growth of cancer cells!
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Ginger-Root_150x150.jpg data-image=h5l53iv3st2w&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Ginger extract&lt;/strong&gt; - is a powerful antioxidant usually thought of for aiding digestion&amp;nbsp;and relieving an upset stomach.&lt;br&gt;
Ginger also contains potent&amp;nbsp;anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols, which can&amp;nbsp;inhibit the formation of inflammatory compounds in our bodies and have&amp;nbsp;direct anti-inflammatory effects.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Boswellin_150x120_cmp.jpg data-image=yhjnhr02grg0&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Boswellin &lt;/strong&gt;- from the Boswellia tree (known as frankincense) is renowned in Ayurvedic medicine for anti-inflammatory and immune system benefits!
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/bromelain-pineapple-core_150x99.jpg data-image=16g2qdvlsgyc&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Bromelain&lt;/strong&gt; - is a protein-digesting enzyme found mainly in pineapple cores. Don’t throw&amp;nbsp;those cores away; eat them or juice them!&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
Bromelain contains&amp;nbsp;exceptional anti-inflammatory agents and energizes the respiratory&amp;nbsp;system.
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Baikal-Skullcap_150x112.jpg data-image=2rokjbgkd7yi&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Chinese Baikal Skullcap&lt;/strong&gt; - native to the mountains of southwest China, has long been used in&amp;nbsp;traditional Chinese medicine to treat excess inflammation and respiratory infections and to support cardiovascular health.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
Modern research shows Baikal Skullcap to contain potent anti-aging and inflammation-modulating compounds.
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;/tbody&gt;
&lt;/table&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These natural herbs, and many others that we don't have room to mention, work together in perfect harmony to reverse the cellular damage caused by prolonged stress and an overactive inflammation response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Ageless-Anti-Inflammatory target=_blank&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-06-29T20:06:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-29T10:23:21-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
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    <category term="Senior Health" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Stress Is the Silent Killer
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
In most cases, stress is the root cause of death; illnesses are just the wrap-up.&lt;br&gt;
Yordan Yordanov
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Studies have been linking stress with cancer and heart disease for years. The reality is &lt;strong&gt;stress causes inflammation,&lt;/strong&gt; and chronic inflammatory response is being linked to almost every illness - obesity, autoimmune disorders like AIDS, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, arthritis, as well as most other chronic disorders.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Stress is our bodies' natural response to internal and external toxins. When we experience stress, our bodies go into a fight-or-&lt;em&gt;flight&lt;/em&gt; response, and our immune system shifts into battle mode, trying desperately to adapt.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Eventually, our immune system becomes overwhelmed and wears out, and we can no longer fight. Silently, inflammation burns us alive from the inside out.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Your Brain and Body Eventually Breaks Down Under Chronic Stress
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Heightened, prolonged levels of cortisol in our bloodstream can be fatal! The brain cannot survive the constant onslaught of stress and inflammation unscathed. Prolonged, heightened levels of cortisol in our bloodstream have adverse effects:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Impairs mental performance&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Suppresses thyroid function, which can lead to hypothyroidism&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Upsets blood sugar balance, which can lead to diabetes&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Decreases bone density and muscle strength&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Raises blood pressure&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Increases abdominal fat, which creates more health problems than fat in other areas of the body, leading to heart attacks, stroke, high cholesterol, and the development of metabolic syndrome&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Lowers immunity and inflammatory responses in the body&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Cortisol is the body's stress hormone, secreted by the adrenal glands. Small doses of cortisol are good, giving us bursts of energy to survive our fight-or-flight response. Cortisol heightens memory function, increases immunity, lowers pain sensitivity, regulates blood pressure, and helps our bodies maintain balance.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But our bodies were designed to relax after a stressful event, allowing cortisol levels to drop and return to normal.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In our always-on-the-go lifestyle today, we do not take the time to slow down and recover. Instead, we throw ourselves into a state of chronic stress.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;When cortisol levels are elevated over prolonged periods, the body's inflammatory response destroys our immune system, eventually killing us from false fire alarms.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/TIME-Magazine-Secret-Killer_200x263.jpg alt="TIME Magazine: The Secret Killer" width=150 height=197 data-image=tv646uebghbe&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In 2004, TIME Magazine proposed that chronic inflammation might cause middle- and old-age illnesses. Instead of treating the diseases, what if we reduce inflammation?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We wrote an in-depth story about it,&amp;nbsp;Stress: The Silent Killer. If you missed it, we urge you to&amp;nbsp;read it.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Mother Nature to the Rescue&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We've all seen and know people who naturally have this high-stress/high-trauma condition under control - they look 10-15 years younger than they are, and they don't complain about the everyday aches and pains that others do. A woman in our church is 70 but could easily pass for 50!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We aptly call it &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ageless-Anti-Inflammatory&gt;Age-&lt;em&gt;Less&lt;/em&gt; Anti-Inflammatory&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;because if yoummati can lower inflammation, you can slow aging!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:121px;float:right;width:121px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Ageless-Anti-Inflammatory target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Age-Less-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=121 height=208 alt="Ageless Anti-Inflammatory Supplement Nutrition"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Controlling this overactive response mechanism naturally, without drugs, has immediate results. It is part of a daily nutritional program to manage anxiety and stress, support heart and cardiovascular health, and ensure&amp;nbsp;a normal immune system response.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Age-Less is the ideal supplement for active individuals and athletes to enhance recovery after workouts by lowering exercise-induced inflammation with less pain and discomfort so you can work out at your maximum!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Here’s a peek at the power behind the ingredients in this all-natural formula&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;table&gt;
&lt;tbody&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td width=25%&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Tulsi_150x121.jpg alt="Tulsi (Holy Basil) the Queen of Herbs" data-image=x5ugz7jh2rpt&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td width=75%&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Holy Basil (aka Tulsi)&lt;/strong&gt; - is considered the "Queen of Herbs". Revered in India for over 5,000 years,&amp;nbsp;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
Holy Basil is the world's greatest adaptogen. It increases strength, stamina, and endurance, allowing the body to utilize oxygen more&amp;nbsp;efficiently.
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
Holy Basil protects the gut and helps us adapt to stress, depression, and anxiety—it is the perfect ingredient for this product!&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Quercetin_150x192.jpg data-image=ycv0vjkc6cln&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Quercetin&lt;/strong&gt; - is a plant-derived flavonoid found in fruits, vegetables, leaves, and grains.&amp;nbsp;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
Quercetin greatly improves endurance and oxygen capacity, making it perfect for athletes. Its anti-inflammatory properties and &amp;nbsp;ability to aid immune function make it perfect for Age-Less!
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Curcumin_powder_roots_150x150.jpg data-image=urdc5xdyp9p7&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Turmeric &lt;/strong&gt;- Our patented extract from Sabinsa called&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Super-Curcumin-C3 target=_blank&gt;Cucumin C3 Complex®&lt;/a&gt; is quite a spectacular ingredient!&lt;br&gt;
Curcuminoids are the active compounds in&amp;nbsp;Tumeric roots, possessing powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
Curcumin C3 Complex® has shown significant reductions in&amp;nbsp;serum triglyceride concentrations in obese individuals in clinical&amp;nbsp;studies. This is very encouraging news for anyone suffering from weight&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;issues due to stress and reactive inflammatory disorders.&lt;br&gt;
To learn more about Turmeric, read our in-depth report, Sacred Northern India Cancer Secret Revealed.
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Green-Tea-150x116.jpg data-image=rqwj43qkw8lx&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Green Tea Extract: G&lt;b&gt;reen tea contains a&amp;nbsp;&lt;/b&gt;sensational plant nutrient called EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which has&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;superior anti-inflammatory properties.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
It has been shown&amp;nbsp;to support normal triglycerides and cholesterol levels, slow the progression of arthritis, and even disrupt the growth of cancer cells!
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Ginger-Root_150x150.jpg data-image=h5l53iv3st2w&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Ginger extract&lt;/strong&gt; - is a powerful antioxidant usually thought of for aiding digestion&amp;nbsp;and relieving an upset stomach.&lt;br&gt;
Ginger also contains potent&amp;nbsp;anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols, which can&amp;nbsp;inhibit the formation of inflammatory compounds in our bodies and have&amp;nbsp;direct anti-inflammatory effects.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Boswellin_150x120_cmp.jpg data-image=yhjnhr02grg0&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Boswellin &lt;/strong&gt;- from the Boswellia tree (known as frankincense) is renowned in Ayurvedic medicine for anti-inflammatory and immune system benefits!
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/bromelain-pineapple-core_150x99.jpg data-image=16g2qdvlsgyc&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Bromelain&lt;/strong&gt; - is a protein-digesting enzyme found mainly in pineapple cores. Don’t throw&amp;nbsp;those cores away; eat them or juice them!&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
Bromelain contains&amp;nbsp;exceptional anti-inflammatory agents and energizes the respiratory&amp;nbsp;system.
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;tr&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;img src=https://www.bodyasdoctor.net/images/Baikal-Skullcap_150x112.jpg data-image=2rokjbgkd7yi&gt;
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;td&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Chinese Baikal Skullcap&lt;/strong&gt; - native to the mountains of southwest China, has long been used in&amp;nbsp;traditional Chinese medicine to treat excess inflammation and respiratory infections and to support cardiovascular health.&amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;
Modern research shows Baikal Skullcap to contain potent anti-aging and inflammation-modulating compounds.
&lt;/td&gt;
&lt;/tr&gt;
&lt;/tbody&gt;
&lt;/table&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
These natural herbs, and many others that we don't have room to mention, work together in perfect harmony to reverse the cellular damage caused by prolonged stress and an overactive inflammation response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Ageless-Anti-Inflammatory target=_blank&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
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    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Turn-Water-and-Yourself-Into-Pure-Unadulterated-Electricity</id>
    <title type="text">Turn Water - and Yourself - into Pure, Unadulterated Electricity</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Say Goodbye to Fine Lines and Wrinkles
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you are a regular reader, no doubt you’ve heard us rave about the benefits of &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt; for enhancing your immune system response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:100px;float:right;width:100px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Shark-Liver-Oil-No-Background-min.png data-image=0 width=100 height=172 alt="Shark Liver Oil- Super Nutrient for your Immune System"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
For centuries, fishermen in Norway, Sweden, and Japan consumed shark liver oil as a folk remedy for common colds and flu, wound healing, and overall energy. In the early 1900s, marine scientists identified the therapeutic compounds the fishermen revered in the sharks' golden-hued liver oil, such as squalene and alkoxy glycerol.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Several books have been written about this excellent oil, and doctors and researchers have explored its astounding healing and strengthening effects on the immune system since the 1960s. To learn more about our opinion on how to use the immune-boosting benefits of alkoxy glycerol for yourself and your family, read &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU&gt;Shark Attacks the FLU!&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Today, we want to share the benefits of Squalane, the &lt;i&gt;other&lt;/i&gt; wonder compound found in Shark Liver Oil.&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU target=_blank&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
What's Squalane and How Does It Benefit My Skin?
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sebum, our skin's lubricant and primary skin protector, contains up to 25% squalane. Sebum is vital for keeping skin young-looking, trapping precious moisture on the surface. Squalane helps transport oxygen molecules to our skin cells and is also a powerful antioxidant.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Squalane-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/Shared/images/product/squalaneff_216x200.jpg alt="Squalane Skin Repair Oil" data-image=tdxfpbddvbdn&gt;&lt;/a&gt;As we age, sebum levels decline, sometimes as early as our 20’s. When applied topically, our skin recognizes Squalane as its own, easily absorbing it, penetrating deeply into your dermis, rejuvenating, regenerating and stimulating skin cells from the inside out.
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In addition to hydrating and soothing dry skin, Squalane also:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;protects your skin from free-radical damage, reducing the breakdown of collagen and elastin in your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;soothes itchy and irritated skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by enhancing the elasticity of your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;supports radiant and supple skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;i&gt;"I'm 71 and have been using Squalane for about 8 years now. I have no wrinkles on my face at all. I am a sun worshiper, and use the oil every day before I go out and after showering. People my age and younger comment on my face all the time and I tell them about the shark oil. Thanks!" &lt;/i&gt;&lt;strong&gt;- Claire Marcey&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/success-stories/Everyone-Says-I-Look-Much-Younger target=_blank&gt;Click here to read the rest of Claire's story&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;Click Here to Get Yours&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Bottle Size:&lt;/b&gt; 2 fl oz with pump top. 100% pure, all-natural Squalane. No additives, chemicals, or preservatives.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Serving Size:&lt;/b&gt; Use sparingly - a little goes a long way.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Suggested Usage:&lt;/b&gt; For external use only. Apply daily to the face, neck, feet, elbows, and/or hands for optimum results. Gently pat a small amount into your skin after bathing, as an after-shave balm, before bed, or anytime your skin feels dry and wants to be refreshed. Absorbs quickly, without any greasy after-effects. For best results, wait a few minutes before dressing for the oil to absorb fully.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;span style=color:#c0504d&gt;Warning:&lt;/span&gt; Anyone with a known allergy to fish products should consult a healthcare professional before applying this product.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips and Suggestions
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Eat whole foods throughout the holiday season.&lt;/b&gt; Adopt the motto &lt;i&gt;"Forks Over Knives&lt;/i&gt;." This means eating primarily foods that require a fork rather than foods that need to be cut with a knife, like beef, chicken, and pork. People tell us that after switching to a plant-strong, whole-food diet, they begin to have more energy, lose weight, and look and feel better!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Exercise Every Day&lt;/strong&gt; - &amp;nbsp; Just 45 minutes is all you need. When you exercise, you tell your body that you want to live! Find something you love and do it every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drink Pure Water&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;If you think you have had enough, drink more. Our bodies, and especially our skin, are primarily water. Dehydration causes wrinkles. You'll know you drink enough when you feel the urge to go to the bathroom about once an hour.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Get More Sleep&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;Quality sleep is essential during the holiday season to battle against the ravages of stress on your skin. Magnesium is the tranquility mineral, so have 10-20 drops of our &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Mineral Complex&lt;/a&gt; in warm water before bed to calm the brain and support lowering cortisol levels. Stress is the primary cause of premature aging!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Nurture Your Spirit&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;The holiday season is busy, and it's easy to forget to care for yourself. Whether you prefer meditation, prayer, talking with friends, or singing Christmas Carols, people who nourish their spirit are happier and more social. And the added benefit? Spiritual folks look and feel younger!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-06-20T13:48:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:42:26-06:00</updated>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Say Goodbye to Fine Lines and Wrinkles
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you are a regular reader, no doubt you’ve heard us rave about the benefits of &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil&gt;Shark Liver Oil&lt;/a&gt; for enhancing your immune system response.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:100px;float:right;width:100px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Shark-Liver-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Shark-Liver-Oil-No-Background-min.png data-image=0 width=100 height=172 alt="Shark Liver Oil- Super Nutrient for your Immune System"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
For centuries, fishermen in Norway, Sweden, and Japan consumed shark liver oil as a folk remedy for common colds and flu, wound healing, and overall energy. In the early 1900s, marine scientists identified the therapeutic compounds the fishermen revered in the sharks' golden-hued liver oil, such as squalene and alkoxy glycerol.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Several books have been written about this excellent oil, and doctors and researchers have explored its astounding healing and strengthening effects on the immune system since the 1960s. To learn more about our opinion on how to use the immune-boosting benefits of alkoxy glycerol for yourself and your family, read &lt;a href=https://mybodyasdoctor.americommerce.com/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU&gt;Shark Attacks the FLU!&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Today, we want to share the benefits of Squalane, the &lt;i&gt;other&lt;/i&gt; wonder compound found in Shark Liver Oil.&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/contagious-health/Shark-Attacks-the-FLU target=_blank&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
What's Squalane and How Does It Benefit My Skin?
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Sebum, our skin's lubricant and primary skin protector, contains up to 25% squalane. Sebum is vital for keeping skin young-looking, trapping precious moisture on the surface. Squalane helps transport oxygen molecules to our skin cells and is also a powerful antioxidant.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Squalane-Oil target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/Shared/images/product/squalaneff_216x200.jpg alt="Squalane Skin Repair Oil" data-image=tdxfpbddvbdn&gt;&lt;/a&gt;As we age, sebum levels decline, sometimes as early as our 20’s. When applied topically, our skin recognizes Squalane as its own, easily absorbing it, penetrating deeply into your dermis, rejuvenating, regenerating and stimulating skin cells from the inside out.
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In addition to hydrating and soothing dry skin, Squalane also:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;protects your skin from free-radical damage, reducing the breakdown of collagen and elastin in your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;soothes itchy and irritated skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by enhancing the elasticity of your skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;supports radiant and supple skin&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
&lt;i&gt;"I'm 71 and have been using Squalane for about 8 years now. I have no wrinkles on my face at all. I am a sun worshiper, and use the oil every day before I go out and after showering. People my age and younger comment on my face all the time and I tell them about the shark oil. Thanks!" &lt;/i&gt;&lt;strong&gt;- Claire Marcey&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a href=/success-stories/Everyone-Says-I-Look-Much-Younger target=_blank&gt;Click here to read the rest of Claire's story&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;Click Here to Get Yours&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;Bottle Size:&lt;/b&gt; 2 fl oz with pump top. 100% pure, all-natural Squalane. No additives, chemicals, or preservatives.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Serving Size:&lt;/b&gt; Use sparingly - a little goes a long way.&lt;b&gt;&lt;br&gt;Suggested Usage:&lt;/b&gt; For external use only. Apply daily to the face, neck, feet, elbows, and/or hands for optimum results. Gently pat a small amount into your skin after bathing, as an after-shave balm, before bed, or anytime your skin feels dry and wants to be refreshed. Absorbs quickly, without any greasy after-effects. For best results, wait a few minutes before dressing for the oil to absorb fully.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;span style=color:#c0504d&gt;Warning:&lt;/span&gt; Anyone with a known allergy to fish products should consult a healthcare professional before applying this product.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
Further Tips and Suggestions
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Eat whole foods throughout the holiday season.&lt;/b&gt; Adopt the motto &lt;i&gt;"Forks Over Knives&lt;/i&gt;." This means eating primarily foods that require a fork rather than foods that need to be cut with a knife, like beef, chicken, and pork. People tell us that after switching to a plant-strong, whole-food diet, they begin to have more energy, lose weight, and look and feel better!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Exercise Every Day&lt;/strong&gt; - &amp;nbsp; Just 45 minutes is all you need. When you exercise, you tell your body that you want to live! Find something you love and do it every day.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drink Pure Water&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;If you think you have had enough, drink more. Our bodies, and especially our skin, are primarily water. Dehydration causes wrinkles. You'll know you drink enough when you feel the urge to go to the bathroom about once an hour.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Get More Sleep&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;Quality sleep is essential during the holiday season to battle against the ravages of stress on your skin. Magnesium is the tranquility mineral, so have 10-20 drops of our &lt;a href=http://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Life-Transfusion-Liquid-Mineral-Complex&gt;Life Transfusion Liquid Mineral Complex&lt;/a&gt; in warm water before bed to calm the brain and support lowering cortisol levels. Stress is the primary cause of premature aging!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Nurture Your Spirit&lt;/strong&gt; -&amp;nbsp;The holiday season is busy, and it's easy to forget to care for yourself. Whether you prefer meditation, prayer, talking with friends, or singing Christmas Carols, people who nourish their spirit are happier and more social. And the added benefit? Spiritual folks look and feel younger!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Squalane-Oil&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Alzheimers-the-Cause-and-the-Answer">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Alzheimers-the-Cause-and-the-Answer</id>
    <title type="text">Alzheimer’s – the Cause and the Answer</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;p&gt;
Last month, we kicked off a &lt;a href=/contagious-health/Poor-Sense-of-Smell-May-Be-Early-Sign-of-Parkinsons target=_blank&gt;series on the debilitating diseases&lt;/a&gt; that are destroying our way of life for aging adults in America.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Recently, we started a series on Alzheimer’s, a tragic disease named after Dr Alois Alzheimer, a German doctor who first described it in Auguste D., a 51-year-old patient he saw in 1901. Her memory, speech, and comprehension were failing, and she suffered from hallucinations and paranoid delusions that her husband was unfaithful. Unable to finish writing her name, she told Alzheimer, &lt;em&gt;“I have lost myself.”&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When Alzheimer dissected Auguste’s brain, he found it markedly shrunken, a wasteland of dead and dying nerve cells littered with strange deposits.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
There were two types of deposits:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Plaques&lt;/strong&gt; - occur between nerve cells and are now known to consist of clumps of “Beta Amyloid,” an abnormal protein.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Tangles&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;form inside nerve cells and are made of a protein called “Tau,” normally part of a tubule system that carries nutrients to feed the cell. Once Tau is damaged, the nerve cells essentially starve to death.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
She died in 1906, completely numb, curled up in a fetal position, and, despite all the care and attention, suffering from bedsores. Although the disease slowly shuts down vital brain functions, infections usually are the cause of death: pneumonia, bladder infections, or sepsis from bedsores.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;A century later, patients still die in much the same way.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Until the 1970s, Alzheimer’s disease was considered a rare brain disorder that mysteriously struck younger people like Auguste D. It was thought to be different from senility, which was assumed to be a consequence of aging.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When researchers compared the brains of younger people who had died of Alzheimer’s with older adults who had been senile, they discovered a similar pathology with plaques and tangles. Senility, they decided, was not a natural part of aging; it was a disease.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Amyloid Hypothesis
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The leading theory of Alzheimer’s says that Beta Amyloid, or &lt;em&gt;A-beta&lt;/em&gt;, is the main culprit, building gradually in the brain over decades and short-circuiting synapses. At these junctions, nerve cells transmit signals to one other.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The theory goes that the cells quit working and die gradually. Everyone produces A-beta, but its purpose is not known.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
People who develop Alzheimer’s either make too much A-beta or cannot get rid of it. Although scientists once blamed plaques for all the trouble, recent research suggests that the toxins are smaller bundles of A-beta molecules that form long before plaques do.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr. Dennis J. Selkoe, a professor of neurological diseases at Harvard, said that just as lowering cholesterol can prevent heart disease, lowering Amyloid Plaque or A-beta may prevent Alzheimer’s or slow it, particularly in the early stages – provided that drugs or something natural can be found to do the job.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Eating Curry Can Lower Alzheimer's by 400%
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Yes, 400%!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of our&amp;nbsp;great passions is to get people to eat whole foods from plants that give life and support the body in being robustly healthy. As a result, we are constantly looking for healing foods, immune-boosting foods, and anti-cancer foods in particular.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We came across an incredible story of the power of certain curries that people in India consume daily. Interestingly, they were found to have overall cancer rates one-sixth that of America.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In India, research shows&amp;nbsp;that if you eat curry&amp;nbsp;daily, diseases&amp;nbsp;would never happen to you, particularly Alzheimer’s and Cancer.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Curcumin-powder-roots-150x150.jpg data-image=0&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Is all this possibly true? Yes, yes, yes!
&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We now know that the build-up of plaque from Beta-Amyoid deposits is the foundation of Alzheimer’s. Documented research proves that these curcuminoid compounds help the body’s immune system clear away these deposits and bring the brain back to operating clarity.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The &lt;a title="Study: Curry consumption reduces Alzheimer's" href=http://aje.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/full/164/9/898 target=_blank&gt;Singapore National Mental Health Survey of the Elderly&lt;/a&gt;, led by Dr Tze-Pin from the University of Singapore, recruited 1,010 elderly Asian subjects 69 years and older and compared scores for various intakes of curry infused with curcuminoids.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The researchers reported on three different categories of consumption, often, occasionally, and never, or rarely, and compared them.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr Tze reported that 43% consumed curry at least once a month daily, while 10% never or rarely consumed the dish. When the researchers looked at curry consumption with measures of cognitive impairment, it was reported that &lt;strong&gt;those who consumed curry &lt;em&gt;often or very often were associated with a 49% reduced risk of cognitive impairment&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;compared to those who never or rarely consume it. &lt;strong&gt;Eating the Curcuminoid curry &lt;em&gt;occasionally was associated with a 38% reduced risk.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr Tze went on to say:&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
“Interestingly, it has also been purported that the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease in India among elderly people between 70 and 79 years of age is four-fold less than that of the United States.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
“The results reported in our study are therefore quite significant, as they point to a significant beneficial effect on cognitive functioning with even low to moderate levels of curcuminoid-curry consumption.”
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Curcumin has increasingly come under the scientific microscope in recent years, with studies investigating its abilities to reduce cholesterol levels and fight arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and clogged arteries. &lt;strong&gt;And now Alzheimer’s.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But what if you can’t stand curries every single day? Or can’t make them or don’t want to?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Mother Nature to the Rescue
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;We like to think of our website as &lt;em&gt;God’s Drugstore&lt;/em&gt;, containing natural compounds and nutrients from all over the world to help you fight disease without artificial drugs or vaccines.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It is called, logically enough &lt;a title="Super Curcumin C3 Formula" href=/shop/Super-Curcumin-C3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Super Curcumin C3 Complex.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Super-Curcumin-C3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/super-curcumin-c3-image-min.jpeg data-image=0 alt="Super Curcumin C3"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you’ve read this far, we are sure you know deep down within you that this is one formula you and your family should be taking, regardless of their age.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
More Tips and Suggestions:
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eliminate all NutraSweet/Aspartame soda drinks. Aspartame is a “sweet poison” that kills the brain. The same goes for milk, cheese, ice cream, and butter.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Read the book&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Milk-Deadly-Poison-Robert-Cohen/dp/0965919609/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?crid=8RGGGVO1AVCY&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DWePBU5S9oMkhWHtdlyG3imLINc3xWo4V3voreJR412H0gZEtOFLmX3cF7jg_22N6BxOdrm7vSTD8WPr3DmJAXMWLE1vcyHjh3k7XBkF6eTX7Toqx6PfQ07w33FAiIK9.R54WIm87uLyeHS7_PByYVdSs09bYMhS4SFT2ANrEbFw&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=robert+cohen+why+milk&amp;qid=1730489637&amp;sprefix=robert+cohen+why+milk%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-1-fkmr1" target=_blank&gt;"Milk: The Deadly Poison"&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp; by&lt;a title="video: Milk the Deadly Poison" href="https://www.amazon.com/Milk-Deadly-Poison-Robert-Cohen/dp/0965919609/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?crid=8RGGGVO1AVCY&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DWePBU5S9oMkhWHtdlyG3imLINc3xWo4V3voreJR412H0gZEtOFLmX3cF7jg_22N6BxOdrm7vSTD8WPr3DmJAXMWLE1vcyHjh3k7XBkF6eTX7Toqx6PfQ07w33FAiIK9.R54WIm87uLyeHS7_PByYVdSs09bYMhS4SFT2ANrEbFw&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=robert+cohen+why+milk&amp;qid=1730489637&amp;sprefix=robert+cohen+why+milk%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-1-fkmr1" target=_blank&gt;&amp;nbsp;Robert Cohen&lt;/a&gt;. It will change your thoughts about milk and dairy products. You can purchase a used copy on Amazon.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eliminate or at least reduce your intake of&amp;nbsp;red meat, pork, and chicken. These are hazardous saturated fats that contaminate the brain and the heart.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eliminate using Aluminum, such as in commercial deodorants, buffered aspirin, or TUMS. Aluminum has been shown to rot the brain.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have our&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/recipes/Eggplant-and-Chickpea-Curry target=_blank&gt;Eggplant and Chickpea Curry&lt;/a&gt; as often as possible.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Walk briskly daily to get the oxygen you need into your brain. This was Einstein’s favorite exercise. Enough said.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-06-03T13:22:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T14:25:39-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
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    <category term="Brain" />
    <content type="html">&lt;p&gt;
Last month, we kicked off a &lt;a href=/contagious-health/Poor-Sense-of-Smell-May-Be-Early-Sign-of-Parkinsons target=_blank&gt;series on the debilitating diseases&lt;/a&gt; that are destroying our way of life for aging adults in America.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Recently, we started a series on Alzheimer’s, a tragic disease named after Dr Alois Alzheimer, a German doctor who first described it in Auguste D., a 51-year-old patient he saw in 1901. Her memory, speech, and comprehension were failing, and she suffered from hallucinations and paranoid delusions that her husband was unfaithful. Unable to finish writing her name, she told Alzheimer, &lt;em&gt;“I have lost myself.”&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When Alzheimer dissected Auguste’s brain, he found it markedly shrunken, a wasteland of dead and dying nerve cells littered with strange deposits.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
There were two types of deposits:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Plaques&lt;/strong&gt; - occur between nerve cells and are now known to consist of clumps of “Beta Amyloid,” an abnormal protein.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Tangles&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;form inside nerve cells and are made of a protein called “Tau,” normally part of a tubule system that carries nutrients to feed the cell. Once Tau is damaged, the nerve cells essentially starve to death.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
She died in 1906, completely numb, curled up in a fetal position, and, despite all the care and attention, suffering from bedsores. Although the disease slowly shuts down vital brain functions, infections usually are the cause of death: pneumonia, bladder infections, or sepsis from bedsores.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;A century later, patients still die in much the same way.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Until the 1970s, Alzheimer’s disease was considered a rare brain disorder that mysteriously struck younger people like Auguste D. It was thought to be different from senility, which was assumed to be a consequence of aging.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
When researchers compared the brains of younger people who had died of Alzheimer’s with older adults who had been senile, they discovered a similar pathology with plaques and tangles. Senility, they decided, was not a natural part of aging; it was a disease.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Amyloid Hypothesis
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The leading theory of Alzheimer’s says that Beta Amyloid, or &lt;em&gt;A-beta&lt;/em&gt;, is the main culprit, building gradually in the brain over decades and short-circuiting synapses. At these junctions, nerve cells transmit signals to one other.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The theory goes that the cells quit working and die gradually. Everyone produces A-beta, but its purpose is not known.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
People who develop Alzheimer’s either make too much A-beta or cannot get rid of it. Although scientists once blamed plaques for all the trouble, recent research suggests that the toxins are smaller bundles of A-beta molecules that form long before plaques do.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr. Dennis J. Selkoe, a professor of neurological diseases at Harvard, said that just as lowering cholesterol can prevent heart disease, lowering Amyloid Plaque or A-beta may prevent Alzheimer’s or slow it, particularly in the early stages – provided that drugs or something natural can be found to do the job.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Eating Curry Can Lower Alzheimer's by 400%
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Yes, 400%!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of our&amp;nbsp;great passions is to get people to eat whole foods from plants that give life and support the body in being robustly healthy. As a result, we are constantly looking for healing foods, immune-boosting foods, and anti-cancer foods in particular.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We came across an incredible story of the power of certain curries that people in India consume daily. Interestingly, they were found to have overall cancer rates one-sixth that of America.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In India, research shows&amp;nbsp;that if you eat curry&amp;nbsp;daily, diseases&amp;nbsp;would never happen to you, particularly Alzheimer’s and Cancer.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Curcumin-powder-roots-150x150.jpg data-image=0&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Is all this possibly true? Yes, yes, yes!
&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We now know that the build-up of plaque from Beta-Amyoid deposits is the foundation of Alzheimer’s. Documented research proves that these curcuminoid compounds help the body’s immune system clear away these deposits and bring the brain back to operating clarity.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The &lt;a title="Study: Curry consumption reduces Alzheimer's" href=http://aje.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/full/164/9/898 target=_blank&gt;Singapore National Mental Health Survey of the Elderly&lt;/a&gt;, led by Dr Tze-Pin from the University of Singapore, recruited 1,010 elderly Asian subjects 69 years and older and compared scores for various intakes of curry infused with curcuminoids.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The researchers reported on three different categories of consumption, often, occasionally, and never, or rarely, and compared them.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr Tze reported that 43% consumed curry at least once a month daily, while 10% never or rarely consumed the dish. When the researchers looked at curry consumption with measures of cognitive impairment, it was reported that &lt;strong&gt;those who consumed curry &lt;em&gt;often or very often were associated with a 49% reduced risk of cognitive impairment&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;compared to those who never or rarely consume it. &lt;strong&gt;Eating the Curcuminoid curry &lt;em&gt;occasionally was associated with a 38% reduced risk.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Dr Tze went on to say:&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
“Interestingly, it has also been purported that the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease in India among elderly people between 70 and 79 years of age is four-fold less than that of the United States.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;
“The results reported in our study are therefore quite significant, as they point to a significant beneficial effect on cognitive functioning with even low to moderate levels of curcuminoid-curry consumption.”
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Curcumin has increasingly come under the scientific microscope in recent years, with studies investigating its abilities to reduce cholesterol levels and fight arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and clogged arteries. &lt;strong&gt;And now Alzheimer’s.&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
But what if you can’t stand curries every single day? Or can’t make them or don’t want to?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Mother Nature to the Rescue
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;We like to think of our website as &lt;em&gt;God’s Drugstore&lt;/em&gt;, containing natural compounds and nutrients from all over the world to help you fight disease without artificial drugs or vaccines.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It is called, logically enough &lt;a title="Super Curcumin C3 Formula" href=/shop/Super-Curcumin-C3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Super Curcumin C3 Complex.&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/Super-Curcumin-C3 target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/super-curcumin-c3-image-min.jpeg data-image=0 alt="Super Curcumin C3"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
If you’ve read this far, we are sure you know deep down within you that this is one formula you and your family should be taking, regardless of their age.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
More Tips and Suggestions:
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eliminate all NutraSweet/Aspartame soda drinks. Aspartame is a “sweet poison” that kills the brain. The same goes for milk, cheese, ice cream, and butter.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Read the book&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Milk-Deadly-Poison-Robert-Cohen/dp/0965919609/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?crid=8RGGGVO1AVCY&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DWePBU5S9oMkhWHtdlyG3imLINc3xWo4V3voreJR412H0gZEtOFLmX3cF7jg_22N6BxOdrm7vSTD8WPr3DmJAXMWLE1vcyHjh3k7XBkF6eTX7Toqx6PfQ07w33FAiIK9.R54WIm87uLyeHS7_PByYVdSs09bYMhS4SFT2ANrEbFw&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=robert+cohen+why+milk&amp;qid=1730489637&amp;sprefix=robert+cohen+why+milk%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-1-fkmr1" target=_blank&gt;"Milk: The Deadly Poison"&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp; by&lt;a title="video: Milk the Deadly Poison" href="https://www.amazon.com/Milk-Deadly-Poison-Robert-Cohen/dp/0965919609/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?crid=8RGGGVO1AVCY&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.DWePBU5S9oMkhWHtdlyG3imLINc3xWo4V3voreJR412H0gZEtOFLmX3cF7jg_22N6BxOdrm7vSTD8WPr3DmJAXMWLE1vcyHjh3k7XBkF6eTX7Toqx6PfQ07w33FAiIK9.R54WIm87uLyeHS7_PByYVdSs09bYMhS4SFT2ANrEbFw&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=robert+cohen+why+milk&amp;qid=1730489637&amp;sprefix=robert+cohen+why+milk%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-1-fkmr1" target=_blank&gt;&amp;nbsp;Robert Cohen&lt;/a&gt;. It will change your thoughts about milk and dairy products. You can purchase a used copy on Amazon.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eliminate or at least reduce your intake of&amp;nbsp;red meat, pork, and chicken. These are hazardous saturated fats that contaminate the brain and the heart.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Eliminate using Aluminum, such as in commercial deodorants, buffered aspirin, or TUMS. Aluminum has been shown to rot the brain.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Have our&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/recipes/Eggplant-and-Chickpea-Curry target=_blank&gt;Eggplant and Chickpea Curry&lt;/a&gt; as often as possible.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Walk briskly daily to get the oxygen you need into your brain. This was Einstein’s favorite exercise. Enough said.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;</content>
  </entry>
  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/How-Celadrin-Works">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/How-Celadrin-Works</id>
    <title type="text">How Celadrin Works</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
All-Natural Method for Improving Mobility Without Pain
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
Forty-three million Americans report being told by their&amp;nbsp;doctor they have arthritis or other rheumatic conditions. Another 23 million people have chronic joint symptoms but have not been diagnosed with arthritis. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States, limiting the activities of more than 16 million adults.&lt;br&gt;- US Center for Disease Control, 2005
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is of alarming concern, especially if you're one of the nearly 60 million US adults who live with a joint disorder. You don't need to be reminded of what a struggle it can be. Mundane tasks become major, and significant tasks become painful and unbearable&amp;nbsp;reminders of life when your joints are strong and seemingly indestructible.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Over the past ten years, notable advances in the nutritional sciences have paved the path for landmark products such as Glucosamine, SAMe, Chondroitin, and MSM. As a result, millions have found relief in these products and continue to use them in their quest for healthy mobility.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Celadrin Targets the Source by Enhancing Cell Membranes
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Celadrin® is a medically and clinically proven joint health compound that enhances cell membranes throughout the body, resulting in greater mobility and more normalized joint function. Celadrin's ability to provide fast, cumulative relief continues to be evidenced by extensive clinical research and a steady flow of human trials.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Unlike popular non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that mask joint discomfort, Celadrin targets the source by enhancing cell membranes and restoring the vital fluids that cushion bones and joints. Ultimately, this makes it possible to enjoy a free range of motion without the bone-on-bone grinding that limits so many from their daily activities.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Like other fatty acids, Celadrin's patented blend of esterified fatty acids sparks positive changes at the cellular level. Cell membranes become more responsive and less prone to articular cartilage deterioration.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Reduces Inflammation by Increasing Fluidity
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The cause of wear on the joint area can be attributable to inflammation, insufficient lubrication, and cell membrane fluidity. The body comprises many cells separated into varied types and functions. The cell membrane is the organized structure that separates and protects components in the cell from neighboring cells and the outside world.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Some of the significant components of the cell membrane are structural lipids. These lipids regulate the nutrients, minerals, electrolytes, drugs, and other compounds across the cell membrane, which is critical to the individual cell's adequate function and health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Celadrin enhances the cell membrane's integrity and integrity for efficient functionality. It provides the cell membrane with an ideal blend of lipids to improve its function. Countless body stressors impair and target the cellds, damaging the membrane membrane's lipi and cell's peak function and health. This reaction damages the membrane and can cause the cell's demise.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Consuming or applying Celadrin enables the cell membrane to protect the cell and repel the stressors. Celadrin also assists in perfecting the functioning or the channeling capabilities of the cell membrane. The result is a more efficient, fluid, permeable, youthful cell membrane.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Loss of cell membrane integrity from internal and external stressors begins several rapid aging processes - including uncontrolled or imbalanced inflammation. Inflammation can occur with age, dietary conditions, free radicals, stress, or injury, stimulating or stiffening cell membranes. This could lead to one or more forms of arthritis (bursitis and tendonitis included), periodontal disease, wrinkles, cardiovascular disease (CVD), rapid aging, and many other related disorders.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Improve Flexibility AND Reduce Pain
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Celadrin is a crucial ingredient in our Structural Lubrication formula.&amp;nbsp;It halts the cascade of inflammation and rapidly begins restoring the body cumulatively. Flexibility is restored, pain is eliminated, and the
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:110px;float:right;width:134px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Structural-Lubrication-with-Celadrin-Hyaluronic-Acid&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Structural-Lubrication-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=110 height=192 alt="Structural Lubrication with Celadrin &amp; Hyaluronic Acid for joint mobility"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
appearance of wrinkles is reversed. Celadrin accomplishes these features by enhancing the lipid structure of the cell membrane and converting it to a super membrane, enabling the cells to repairrapidly. This unique enhancement of the cell membrane leads to many restorative, healing, and age-reversing processes, and regenerate&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;including arthritis and inflammatory conditions.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Structural-Lubrication-with-Celadrin-Hyaluronic-Acid&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click here to learn more about Structural Lubrication.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-04-28T20:58:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T14:40:10-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </contributor>
    <link rel="alternate" href="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/How-Celadrin-Works" />
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    <category term="Anti-Aging" />
    <category term="Bone &amp; Joint" />
    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
All-Natural Method for Improving Mobility Without Pain
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;blockquote&gt;
Forty-three million Americans report being told by their&amp;nbsp;doctor they have arthritis or other rheumatic conditions. Another 23 million people have chronic joint symptoms but have not been diagnosed with arthritis. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States, limiting the activities of more than 16 million adults.&lt;br&gt;- US Center for Disease Control, 2005
&lt;/blockquote&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is of alarming concern, especially if you're one of the nearly 60 million US adults who live with a joint disorder. You don't need to be reminded of what a struggle it can be. Mundane tasks become major, and significant tasks become painful and unbearable&amp;nbsp;reminders of life when your joints are strong and seemingly indestructible.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Over the past ten years, notable advances in the nutritional sciences have paved the path for landmark products such as Glucosamine, SAMe, Chondroitin, and MSM. As a result, millions have found relief in these products and continue to use them in their quest for healthy mobility.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Celadrin Targets the Source by Enhancing Cell Membranes
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Celadrin® is a medically and clinically proven joint health compound that enhances cell membranes throughout the body, resulting in greater mobility and more normalized joint function. Celadrin's ability to provide fast, cumulative relief continues to be evidenced by extensive clinical research and a steady flow of human trials.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Unlike popular non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that mask joint discomfort, Celadrin targets the source by enhancing cell membranes and restoring the vital fluids that cushion bones and joints. Ultimately, this makes it possible to enjoy a free range of motion without the bone-on-bone grinding that limits so many from their daily activities.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Like other fatty acids, Celadrin's patented blend of esterified fatty acids sparks positive changes at the cellular level. Cell membranes become more responsive and less prone to articular cartilage deterioration.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Reduces Inflammation by Increasing Fluidity
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The cause of wear on the joint area can be attributable to inflammation, insufficient lubrication, and cell membrane fluidity. The body comprises many cells separated into varied types and functions. The cell membrane is the organized structure that separates and protects components in the cell from neighboring cells and the outside world.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Some of the significant components of the cell membrane are structural lipids. These lipids regulate the nutrients, minerals, electrolytes, drugs, and other compounds across the cell membrane, which is critical to the individual cell's adequate function and health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Celadrin enhances the cell membrane's integrity and integrity for efficient functionality. It provides the cell membrane with an ideal blend of lipids to improve its function. Countless body stressors impair and target the cellds, damaging the membrane membrane's lipi and cell's peak function and health. This reaction damages the membrane and can cause the cell's demise.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Consuming or applying Celadrin enables the cell membrane to protect the cell and repel the stressors. Celadrin also assists in perfecting the functioning or the channeling capabilities of the cell membrane. The result is a more efficient, fluid, permeable, youthful cell membrane.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Loss of cell membrane integrity from internal and external stressors begins several rapid aging processes - including uncontrolled or imbalanced inflammation. Inflammation can occur with age, dietary conditions, free radicals, stress, or injury, stimulating or stiffening cell membranes. This could lead to one or more forms of arthritis (bursitis and tendonitis included), periodontal disease, wrinkles, cardiovascular disease (CVD), rapid aging, and many other related disorders.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Improve Flexibility AND Reduce Pain
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Celadrin is a crucial ingredient in our Structural Lubrication formula.&amp;nbsp;It halts the cascade of inflammation and rapidly begins restoring the body cumulatively. Flexibility is restored, pain is eliminated, and the
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:110px;float:right;width:134px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Structural-Lubrication-with-Celadrin-Hyaluronic-Acid&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Structural-Lubrication-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=110 height=192 alt="Structural Lubrication with Celadrin &amp; Hyaluronic Acid for joint mobility"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
appearance of wrinkles is reversed. Celadrin accomplishes these features by enhancing the lipid structure of the cell membrane and converting it to a super membrane, enabling the cells to repairrapidly. This unique enhancement of the cell membrane leads to many restorative, healing, and age-reversing processes, and regenerate&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;including arthritis and inflammatory conditions.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
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    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/Miracle-Estrogen-Reset-Formula-for-Women-AND-Men</id>
    <title type="text"> Miracle Estrogen Reset Formula for Women AND Men</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Do You Know Your Hormone Levels?
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Do You Know the Crucial Role Your Estrogen and Estradiol Levels Play in Your Health?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Estrogen: Not a Singular Substance, But a Group of Three Distinct Yet Similar Hormones
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Estrogen is formed in the ovaries and produced by the adrenals and fat cells. It is a combination of three compounds: Estrone (E1), Estradiol (E2), and Estriol (E3).
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The most vital and most influential of the three estrogen hormones is estradiol, and estrone is next in strength. These are the so-called aggressive estrogens. At high levels, they can increase the risk of breast, uterine, and prostate cancers.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
There's a Simple Answer to Estrogen Dominance
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
As usual, miracles always seem to come from Mother Nature's pharmacy. A remarkable natural compound from vegetables like broccoli and Brussels sprouts that not only metabolizes excess estrogen but makes cancer cells commit suicide!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of the most prevalent myths in modern medicine is the belief that &lt;i&gt;we are all estrogen deficient. &lt;/i&gt;Debunking this myth can provide a sense of reassurance about your health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The fact is, most of us are flowing over with too MUCH estrogen! Where do you think the breast cancer epidemic originates from?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The pharmaceutical industry has convinced doctors to promote Premarin (powdered horse urine tablets) as a natural Hormone Replacement Therapy. Hundreds of thousands of women developed cancer, dropping dead from unnecessary heart attacks and wasted bones from estrogen from pregnant horses, which any chemist would tell you is substantially different from a woman's estrogen.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The REAL truth is this: daily exercise and a plant-strong vegetarian diet with plenty of cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, kale, spinach, brussels sprouts, and broccoli and healthy fats from foods like coconuts, avocados, extra virgin olive oil, and wild-caught salmon will correct the problem.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Stakes Are Enormous&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The diagnoses of breast and Prostate Cancer are reaching alarming levels, which should serve as a wake-up call to take action for your health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;1 in 8 American women you know will end up with breast cancer.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;1 in 6 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is due mainly to excess estradiol and estrone, the two most potent estrogens. It is also due to an estriol deficiency, as estriol is a good, safe, protective estrogen.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Diindolylmethane (DIM) is a powerful plant indole found in cruciferous vegetables mentioned above.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Indoles can just about eliminate out-of-control estrogen and estriol levels in both men and women.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Does it work?&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Read this synopsis of major DIM research and see for yourself.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM stops breast cancer through hormone modulation. Studies show that DIM increases the production of 2-hydroxy estrogen by 75% and decreases the production of 16-hydroxy estrone by 50%, creating the necessary balance between estrogen and estrone, halting cancer, and preventing recurrence.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Risk factors for breast cancer, such as obesity, high-fat diets, and diets deficient in Omega-3 fatty acids, correlate with low 2-hydroxy estrogen production. In Harvard University Professor Dr. John Lee's book, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer, Lee explains the estrogen metabolic cycle and the importance of the ratio between 2-hydroxy and 16-hydroxy estrogen in stopping and preventing breast cancer.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM is not a phytoestrogen, doesn't mimic the action of any estrogen or phytoestrogen, and has NO inherent estrogenic activity. DIM balances the body's natural response to estrogen, adjusting the activity of metabolic enzymes and specialized estrogen receptor molecules. DIM's ability to promote healthy metabolic pathways for estrogen limits cell division and growth through its influence on the cell cycle, determining growth and replication.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM chokes off the blood supply from tumors, cutting off its lifeline! Cancers create their blood supply by angiogenesis. Researchers have shown that DIM can stop tumors from completing angiogenesis and creating blood supplies&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Oxygen levels in tumor cells increased with DIM. Oxygen is the mortal enemy of cancer, and cancer cells ONLY thrive in cells suffocating from lack of oxygen. A study in the May 2008 Biochemical Pharmacology Journal was the first to show that DIM works by decreasing the accumulation and activity of the essential angiogenesis factor, HIF-1alpha, in hypoxic tumor cells.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM makes cancer cells commit suicide! In a 2008 study reported in the Pharmaceutical Research Journal, scientists found low doses of DIM caused the production of a protein, prostate apoptosis response-4 or PAR-4, induced cell death in prostate cancer cells by reducing cell viability, and caused cell growth inhibition and death.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM is effective against HER-2 cancers. In one study, reported in the February 2008 Journal of Molecular Cancer Therapeutics, using in vitro experiments with breast cancer cell lines, researchers found that DIM blocks the growth of all four breast cancer cell lines. DIM induced expression of the tumor suppressor p27 genes before the loss of cell viability and apoptosis and induced transcript expression within six hours. Researchers in this study concluded the effects of DIM were independent of HER-2 or estrogen receptor status.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM is a potent anti-inflammatory. Recurrent and chronic inflammation has long been recognized as a precursor to several types of cancer. So, researchers studied DIM's anti-inflammatory possibilities using macrophages in light of DIM's ability to provide cancer-proofing - the results? DIM significantly decreased the release of nitric oxide, estradiol, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin-6, and interleukin-1beta. The conclusion is that DIM inhibits the release of pro-inflammatory mediators in macrophages.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
DIM - Metabolize and Eliminate Excess Estrogen&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We always include cruciferous vegetables and &lt;b&gt;DIM&lt;/b&gt; as part of an overall cancer recovery program and detoxification protocol. The indoles found in cruciferous vegetables are potent plant compounds that aid the body in metabolizing excess estrogen, helping to maintain a healthy hormonal balance for both men and women.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:100px;float:right;width:100px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/DIM-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=100 height=176 alt="DIM - Naturally Metabolize Estrogen"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Prominent researchers have documented that this balance of estrogen metabolites is essential in maintaining breast, uterine, cervical, and prostate health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Men and women also use DIM as an integral part of successful weight management programs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click here to order DIM.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=color:#632423&gt;Warning:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; Women who are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or nursing should not take DIM, and women who are using oral contraceptives (birth control pills) should consult with a health care professional before taking this product. Harmless changes in urine color may occur with the use of this product.
&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-04-24T19:43:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T15:09:45-06:00</updated>
    <author>
      <name>MyBodyasDoctor</name>
      <uri>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com</uri>
      <email>support@mybodyasdoctor.com</email>
    </author>
    <contributor>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Do You Know Your Hormone Levels?
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Do You Know the Crucial Role Your Estrogen and Estradiol Levels Play in Your Health?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Estrogen: Not a Singular Substance, But a Group of Three Distinct Yet Similar Hormones
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Estrogen is formed in the ovaries and produced by the adrenals and fat cells. It is a combination of three compounds: Estrone (E1), Estradiol (E2), and Estriol (E3).
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The most vital and most influential of the three estrogen hormones is estradiol, and estrone is next in strength. These are the so-called aggressive estrogens. At high levels, they can increase the risk of breast, uterine, and prostate cancers.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
There's a Simple Answer to Estrogen Dominance
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
As usual, miracles always seem to come from Mother Nature's pharmacy. A remarkable natural compound from vegetables like broccoli and Brussels sprouts that not only metabolizes excess estrogen but makes cancer cells commit suicide!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
One of the most prevalent myths in modern medicine is the belief that &lt;i&gt;we are all estrogen deficient. &lt;/i&gt;Debunking this myth can provide a sense of reassurance about your health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The fact is, most of us are flowing over with too MUCH estrogen! Where do you think the breast cancer epidemic originates from?
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The pharmaceutical industry has convinced doctors to promote Premarin (powdered horse urine tablets) as a natural Hormone Replacement Therapy. Hundreds of thousands of women developed cancer, dropping dead from unnecessary heart attacks and wasted bones from estrogen from pregnant horses, which any chemist would tell you is substantially different from a woman's estrogen.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The REAL truth is this: daily exercise and a plant-strong vegetarian diet with plenty of cruciferous vegetables like cabbage, kale, spinach, brussels sprouts, and broccoli and healthy fats from foods like coconuts, avocados, extra virgin olive oil, and wild-caught salmon will correct the problem.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
The Stakes Are Enormous&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The diagnoses of breast and Prostate Cancer are reaching alarming levels, which should serve as a wake-up call to take action for your health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;1 in 8 American women you know will end up with breast cancer.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;1 in 6 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer!&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
This is due mainly to excess estradiol and estrone, the two most potent estrogens. It is also due to an estriol deficiency, as estriol is a good, safe, protective estrogen.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Diindolylmethane (DIM) is a powerful plant indole found in cruciferous vegetables mentioned above.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Indoles can just about eliminate out-of-control estrogen and estriol levels in both men and women.&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;Does it work?&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Read this synopsis of major DIM research and see for yourself.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM stops breast cancer through hormone modulation. Studies show that DIM increases the production of 2-hydroxy estrogen by 75% and decreases the production of 16-hydroxy estrone by 50%, creating the necessary balance between estrogen and estrone, halting cancer, and preventing recurrence.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Risk factors for breast cancer, such as obesity, high-fat diets, and diets deficient in Omega-3 fatty acids, correlate with low 2-hydroxy estrogen production. In Harvard University Professor Dr. John Lee's book, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Breast Cancer, Lee explains the estrogen metabolic cycle and the importance of the ratio between 2-hydroxy and 16-hydroxy estrogen in stopping and preventing breast cancer.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM is not a phytoestrogen, doesn't mimic the action of any estrogen or phytoestrogen, and has NO inherent estrogenic activity. DIM balances the body's natural response to estrogen, adjusting the activity of metabolic enzymes and specialized estrogen receptor molecules. DIM's ability to promote healthy metabolic pathways for estrogen limits cell division and growth through its influence on the cell cycle, determining growth and replication.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM chokes off the blood supply from tumors, cutting off its lifeline! Cancers create their blood supply by angiogenesis. Researchers have shown that DIM can stop tumors from completing angiogenesis and creating blood supplies&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Oxygen levels in tumor cells increased with DIM. Oxygen is the mortal enemy of cancer, and cancer cells ONLY thrive in cells suffocating from lack of oxygen. A study in the May 2008 Biochemical Pharmacology Journal was the first to show that DIM works by decreasing the accumulation and activity of the essential angiogenesis factor, HIF-1alpha, in hypoxic tumor cells.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM makes cancer cells commit suicide! In a 2008 study reported in the Pharmaceutical Research Journal, scientists found low doses of DIM caused the production of a protein, prostate apoptosis response-4 or PAR-4, induced cell death in prostate cancer cells by reducing cell viability, and caused cell growth inhibition and death.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM is effective against HER-2 cancers. In one study, reported in the February 2008 Journal of Molecular Cancer Therapeutics, using in vitro experiments with breast cancer cell lines, researchers found that DIM blocks the growth of all four breast cancer cell lines. DIM induced expression of the tumor suppressor p27 genes before the loss of cell viability and apoptosis and induced transcript expression within six hours. Researchers in this study concluded the effects of DIM were independent of HER-2 or estrogen receptor status.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;DIM is a potent anti-inflammatory. Recurrent and chronic inflammation has long been recognized as a precursor to several types of cancer. So, researchers studied DIM's anti-inflammatory possibilities using macrophages in light of DIM's ability to provide cancer-proofing - the results? DIM significantly decreased the release of nitric oxide, estradiol, tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin-6, and interleukin-1beta. The conclusion is that DIM inhibits the release of pro-inflammatory mediators in macrophages.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
DIM - Metabolize and Eliminate Excess Estrogen&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We always include cruciferous vegetables and &lt;b&gt;DIM&lt;/b&gt; as part of an overall cancer recovery program and detoxification protocol. The indoles found in cruciferous vegetables are potent plant compounds that aid the body in metabolizing excess estrogen, helping to maintain a healthy hormonal balance for both men and women.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:100px;float:right;width:100px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM target=_blank&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/DIM-White-Background-min.jpg data-image=0 width=100 height=176 alt="DIM - Naturally Metabolize Estrogen"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Prominent researchers have documented that this balance of estrogen metabolites is essential in maintaining breast, uterine, cervical, and prostate health.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Men and women also use DIM as an integral part of successful weight management programs.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Click here to order DIM.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=color:#632423&gt;Warning:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt; Women who are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or nursing should not take DIM, and women who are using oral contraceptives (birth control pills) should consult with a health care professional before taking this product. Harmless changes in urine color may occur with the use of this product.
&lt;/p&gt;</content>
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  <entry xml:base="http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/No-more-PMS-No-more-Menopause">
    <id>http://www.mybodyasdoctor.com/contagious-health/No-more-PMS-No-more-Menopause</id>
    <title type="text">No more PMS.  No more Menopause.</title>
    <summary type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Menopause Is a Natural Cycle of Life
&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
It is unfortunate to know that women are living with preventable symptoms of hormone imbalances, especially menopause. We can't stop menopause - who would even want to? There are so many beautifully amazing things about women becoming more comfortable in their skin.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;i&gt;What if I told you it is possible to go through your entire life without experiencing the effects of menopause, PMS, temper tantrums, crying fits, thyroid imbalance, sleepless nights, chronic fatigue, or osteoporosis?&lt;/i&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Prescription hormone replacement therapy (HRT) drugs given to women today often make the situation worse. For a detailed review of the background and dangers of HRT, read &lt;a href=/contagious-health/The-Hidden-Ugly-Truth-About-HRT&gt;The Hidden, Ugly Truth About HRT&lt;/a&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;br&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;
Xenoestrogens Create an Estrogen Dominance Imbalance
&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Menopause is a typical, necessary passage in life, but the hot flashes, sleeplessness, irritability, loss of libido, and other symptoms can make you feel like you are going crazy!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Women don't need to be medicated or cured of menopause. It simply is a time of change - a change that can be supported with diet and an understanding of how your hormones are being thrown out of balance.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The trigger for menopause is hormonal change, and unlike men, whose hormone production begins to decline gradually around 30, female hormonal production slowly stays relatively consistent until approaching menopause, when it drops dramatically.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
In addition, we all are bombarded with estrogens from our environment. These xenoestrogens attach to the same hormone receptor sites as natural estrogen, interrupting hormone balance and producing symptoms such as PMS, heavy periods, mood swings, PCOS, fibroids, etc.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Xenoestrogens are everywhere - in the foods we eat, the shampoos we use, the water we drink, and the air we breathe.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Estrogen dominance is very common in situations where:&lt;br&gt;
&lt;strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Conventional HRT&lt;/b&gt; is being used with high amounts of estrogen combined with progestins rather than progesterone.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Peri-menopause&lt;/b&gt; occurs, where follicle dysfunction before the end of menses, where the woman stops ovulating and progesterone levels fall drastically.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Birth control pills &lt;/b&gt;have been used - these toxic bombs cause a woman's hormone factory to stop producing hormones naturally.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Hysterectomy&lt;/b&gt; surgery to stop excessive bleeding or fibroid cysts.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Post-menopause&lt;/b&gt;, mainly when estrogen is prescribed without progesterone to balance it.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Many doctors still believe menopausal symptoms are caused by estrogen deficiency, and so they prescribe estrogen. When these women return suffering from uterine fibroids, breast, cervical, and/or uterine cancer, fibrocystic breasts, PMS, pre-menopausal bone loss, and osteoporosis, in nearly all cases, it is because of excess estrogen!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
We regularly stress the importance of detoxification and weight loss, but many women find it impossible to lose weight until their hormonal imbalance is resolved.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
The good news is that all these symptoms of estrogen dominance can be stopped or even reversed, naturally, without prescription drugs!
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Natural, bio-identical USB Progesterone changes the way women go through every hormonal stage of life because progesterone is what your body is craving to end the destructive emotional and physical roller coaster of estrogen dominance.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;figure style="max-width:106px;float:right;width:106px;margin:0 0 10px 10px"&gt;
&lt;a href=/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Progesterone-Boost-New-Logo-No-Bottle.jpg data-image=0 width=106 height=272 alt="Progesterone Boost (Bio-Identical USP)"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/figure&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Even if you are young and menopause is decades away, all-natural &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;b&gt;Progesterone BOOST&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; can be beneficial, helping to support your natural hormone balance:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;maintain healthy secretory endometrium&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;protect itself against breast fibrocystic&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;flush out excess water and guard against bloating and water weight gain&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;fight depression and anxiety&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;fights cyclical migraines&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;promote normal sleep patterns&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;facilitate thyroid hormone function&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;normalize blood sugars and blood clotting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;boost libido, restoring healthy sexual function&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;restore cellular oxygenation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;improve memory&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;b&gt;Click Here to Get Yours!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
All the women say the same thing after trying all-natural USP Progesterone Boost:
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
&lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;"I wish I had started using this sooner!"&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Progesterone BOOST is part of our trio of extraordinary hormone-balancing products, including &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Balanced-Woman&gt;Balanced Woman&lt;/a&gt; and &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/DIM&gt;DIM&lt;/a&gt;.
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
    <published>2024-04-21T21:31:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2025-11-30T14:53:43-06:00</updated>
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    <content type="html">&lt;h1&gt;
Menopause Is a Natural Cycle of Life
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It is unfortunate to know that women are living with preventable symptoms of hormone imbalances, especially menopause. We can't stop menopause - who would even want to? There are so many beautifully amazing things about women becoming more comfortable in their skin.
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&lt;i&gt;What if I told you it is possible to go through your entire life without experiencing the effects of menopause, PMS, temper tantrums, crying fits, thyroid imbalance, sleepless nights, chronic fatigue, or osteoporosis?&lt;/i&gt;
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Prescription hormone replacement therapy (HRT) drugs given to women today often make the situation worse. For a detailed review of the background and dangers of HRT, read &lt;a href=/contagious-health/The-Hidden-Ugly-Truth-About-HRT&gt;The Hidden, Ugly Truth About HRT&lt;/a&gt;.
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Xenoestrogens Create an Estrogen Dominance Imbalance
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Menopause is a typical, necessary passage in life, but the hot flashes, sleeplessness, irritability, loss of libido, and other symptoms can make you feel like you are going crazy!
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Women don't need to be medicated or cured of menopause. It simply is a time of change - a change that can be supported with diet and an understanding of how your hormones are being thrown out of balance.
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The trigger for menopause is hormonal change, and unlike men, whose hormone production begins to decline gradually around 30, female hormonal production slowly stays relatively consistent until approaching menopause, when it drops dramatically.
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In addition, we all are bombarded with estrogens from our environment. These xenoestrogens attach to the same hormone receptor sites as natural estrogen, interrupting hormone balance and producing symptoms such as PMS, heavy periods, mood swings, PCOS, fibroids, etc.
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Xenoestrogens are everywhere - in the foods we eat, the shampoos we use, the water we drink, and the air we breathe.
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Estrogen dominance is very common in situations where:&lt;br&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Conventional HRT&lt;/b&gt; is being used with high amounts of estrogen combined with progestins rather than progesterone.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Peri-menopause&lt;/b&gt; occurs, where follicle dysfunction before the end of menses, where the woman stops ovulating and progesterone levels fall drastically.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Birth control pills &lt;/b&gt;have been used - these toxic bombs cause a woman's hormone factory to stop producing hormones naturally.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Hysterectomy&lt;/b&gt; surgery to stop excessive bleeding or fibroid cysts.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Post-menopause&lt;/b&gt;, mainly when estrogen is prescribed without progesterone to balance it.&lt;/li&gt;
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Many doctors still believe menopausal symptoms are caused by estrogen deficiency, and so they prescribe estrogen. When these women return suffering from uterine fibroids, breast, cervical, and/or uterine cancer, fibrocystic breasts, PMS, pre-menopausal bone loss, and osteoporosis, in nearly all cases, it is because of excess estrogen!
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We regularly stress the importance of detoxification and weight loss, but many women find it impossible to lose weight until their hormonal imbalance is resolved.
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The good news is that all these symptoms of estrogen dominance can be stopped or even reversed, naturally, without prescription drugs!
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Natural, bio-identical USB Progesterone changes the way women go through every hormonal stage of life because progesterone is what your body is craving to end the destructive emotional and physical roller coaster of estrogen dominance.
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&lt;a href=/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;img src=/shared/images/uploads/Progesterone-Boost-New-Logo-No-Bottle.jpg data-image=0 width=106 height=272 alt="Progesterone Boost (Bio-Identical USP)"&gt;&lt;/a&gt;
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Even if you are young and menopause is decades away, all-natural &lt;a href=https://www.bodyasdoctor.com/shop/Progesterone-Boost-Bio-Identical-USP&gt;&lt;b&gt;Progesterone BOOST&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; can be beneficial, helping to support your natural hormone balance:
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&lt;li&gt;maintain healthy secretory endometrium&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;protect itself against breast fibrocystic&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;flush out excess water and guard against bloating and water weight gain&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;fight depression and anxiety&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;fights cyclical migraines&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;promote normal sleep patterns&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;facilitate thyroid hormone function&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;normalize blood sugars and blood clotting&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;boost libido, restoring healthy sexual function&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;restore cellular oxygenation&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;improve memory&lt;/li&gt;
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All the women say the same thing after trying all-natural USP Progesterone Boost:
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&lt;b&gt;&lt;i&gt;"I wish I had started using this sooner!"&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/b&gt;
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