Cholesterol-Busting Submarine Vessels

Too much of anything is a bad thing, and while cholesterol is essential for life, too much of it can cause death.

Heart disease is the number one killer of women and men in the United States, and high blood cholesterol is one of the major risk factors for heart disease.

Managing one's cholesterol is not easy in today's fast-paced, stressful world. Eating well, sleeping well, exercising regularly and drinking plenty of water will help, but you can also flush out the excess by taking pink salmon fish oil. Here's how it works:

When there is too much cholesterol (a fat-like substance) in your blood, it builds up in the walls of your arteries. Over time, this buildup causes "hardening of the arteries" so that they become narrowed and blood flow to the heart is slowed down or blocked. The blood carries oxygen to the heart, and if enough blood and oxygen cannot reach your heart, you may suffer chest pain. If the blood supply to a portion of the heart is completely cut off by a blockage, the result is a heart attack.

High blood cholesterol itself does not cause symptoms, so many people are unaware that their cholesterol level is too high. It is important to find out what your cholesterol numbers are because lowering cholesterol levels that are too high lessens the risk for developing heart disease and reduces the chance of a heart attack or dying of heart disease, even if you already have it. Cholesterol lowering is important for everyone, young or old, in fact everyone aged 20 and above should have their cholesterol measured at least once every 5 years.

Now for the fish oil. The pink salmon fish lives very deep in the sea and is thus exposed to very little mercury. Its oil contains Omega 3, which is very good for your brain. It’s rich in polyunsaturated fats which are a key to cell membrane health. When taken with olive oil, which contains Omega 9, it is very effective for:

1. lowering both blood viscosity, blood pressure and cholesterol in the blood;
2. removing deposits of bad cholesterol in the arterial walls;
3. reducing the level of triglycerides in the blood (fats that are strongly associated with obesity, heart attacks and strokes);
4. reducing the risk of thrombosis;
5. regulating the blood sugar level;
6. increasing the body's production of enzyme Q-10 (a natural antibiotic);
7. supporting the formation of myelin sheet (nerves' protective coating);
8. strengthening the immune system.

To see just how powerful it is, take a polystyrene cup and half fill it with warm water. Add some pink salmon oil and olive oil to the water and watch in awe as the cup literally melts. This simulates the oil's effect on bad cholesterol deposits. Polystyrene is a very tough, non-biodegradable material which can only otherwise be broken down by fire, acid or petroleum.

Viagra!

Judging by the number of emails I receive advertising viagra, it seems as if half the world is in need of it.

If you are using viagra, you may wish to try this natural alternative that I learnt from a friend of mine:

Crush 8 garlic cloves (i.e. segments) and mix them with 160 ml of apple vinegar and 160 ml of pure honey. Leave the mixture in the fridge for 4 days, then drink 1 spoonful when you wake up each morning (before brushing your teeth), and again before sleeping.

I am told that this curious cocktail is also beneficial for treating or preventing cancer and diabetes. I haven't tried it myself as I'm not a viagra user but I would be interested to hear from anyone who does.

Royal Jelly: the Queen of Honeys

Royal jelly is a milky secretion derived from the pharyngeal glands of the honey bee. This "super food" is specially blended with enzymes and fed to each bee destined to become a queen. It remains the exclusive food of the queen bee throughout her productive life, enabling her to lay up to 2,000 eggs per day during her six-year lifespan. In humans too, royal jelly is extremely effective for conception. More specifically, it slows the aging of the genitals and (get ready for this!) for women it can tighten the vaginal muscles, firm up the breasts and is even a mild aphrodisiac! It even improves dry or wrinkly skin and benefits hair growth.

It contains numerous vitamins, particularly vitamin B5 which is one of the most important substances in the body, essential for the synthesis and metabolism of proteins, fats, carbohydrates and several hormones. Royal jelly also supports cell rejuvenation.

Amongst its many other ingredients are a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which is necessary for the proper function of the brain and the nerves, thus helping to protect the brain from disorders like Alzheimer's disease. More generally, this ingredient stimulates positive feelings and happiness.

There's more...

It has been found to relieve poor eyesight, acne and psoriasis. It stimulates the hormone-producing Endocrine glands, and is very effective in treating arthritis, migraines, upset stomach, nervous disorders, bladder and stomach illnesses, and relieving fatigue.

When 50 mg of royal jelly are fed daily to premature babies it helps to increase their weight and bone development, as demonstrated at the Biology Congress of Bologna in 1956.

Usage: royal jelly is available in several forms, including tablets. However, unlike most other nutrition supplements, royal jelly should not be swallowed directly. Instead, the tablets should be placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve.

Whatever your gender, treat yourself like a queen and try some today.

Bee Propolis

Bee propolis is a lesser known but extremely beneficial bee product which has actually been in use for some 5,000 years.

To produce it, honeybees collect propolis, which is a sticky resin secreted by trees. After metabolizing it, the bees then line their hives with it for protection. As a result, the interior of the bee hive is safer (more sterile) than most hospital operating rooms!

It contains 22 amino acids, as well as B-complex vitamins and royal jelly. It is an excellent way to support the body's natural defences, since it is a natural antibiotic which aids the healing of wounds and fighting infection. In particular, when taken with aloe vera gel it can strengthen the immune system so much that even allergies like asthma can be overcome. I have a friend who overcame asthma by taking both those products continuously for several months.

Some consider bee propolis to be the most effective natural antibiotic available. To understand this, consider the following important difference between natural antibiotics and synthetic ones: if you use a synthetic antibiotic incorrectly you will become immune to it; conversely, increased usage of bee propolis strengthens your immune system.

So if you want to brush off illnesses and rid yourself of allergies, insulate yourself with one of nature's strongest barriers!

Bee Pollen

Today I'm going to introduce you to another energy boosting bee product: bee pollen.

This, of course, is a substance that bees produce after pollenating flowers, and it's packed with packed with vitamins, minerals, enzymes, proteins and amino acids. Of the 28 minerals that have been found in the human body, 14 are vital. Bee pollen contains all 28! I could list more of its contents but suffice it to say that bee pollen is one of the most complete foods available.

So what can it do for you?

Athletes and workaholics like it for its lift and fast energy release, thanks to its 40% protein content. In fact, Russian and American athletes, especially Olympians, add bee pollen to their diet for magnificent results in the improvement of their health and endurance. Conversely, it relieves fatigue, and cerebral and muscular weakness.

It regulates the intestines and improves digestion. Furthermore, it regulates the appetite, making it helpful for those suffering from either obesity or anorexia nervosa.

It controls the aging of both the urinary system and the genitals, which can help people with inactive sperm or a low sperm count (for more on infertility, please see my post about royal jelly).

It regulates blood pressure, strengthens blood vessels and generally supports the whole cardiovascular system.

It can also improve the concentration and memory of children who are studying.

Last but not least, it is a natural antibiotic, like garlic and bee propolis.

All of this goodness in a small and inexpensive tablet! Try some and see the benefits for yourself!

CAUTION: those suffering from hay fever may be allergic to bee pollen. If in any doubt, either consult a physician before using it or rub a tablet on the inside of your elbow. If you feel any itchiness or if your skin turns red, this may indicate an allergic reaction.

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I like to start my day with two drinks. The first is a teaspoon of honey in a glass of water. The other is an alternative to coffee that I discovered recently, made from barley and guarana, which gives me gentle, natural lift, different from the caffeine effect of coffee.

Today I'll talk about the honey. Before I touch on the medical benefits, the key reason I recommend drinking it is because it has helped me to feel so much better, due to its high fructose content (brain food!). I also substitute honey for sugar in that coffee alternative I mentioned, which I drink during the day. As a result, I have more energy and feel less tired.

If you like sweet drinks, honey is among the best in the world. It has been shown to be far superior to conventional antibiotics in treating infections without the negative side effects associated with antibiotics. The bacteria-killing properties of honey increase two-fold when diluted with water. Perhaps that's why newborn bees are nourished with diluted honey.

When honey is mixed with water, a chemical reaction takes place resulting in the creation of hydrogen peroxide, the most powerful natural antibiotic. Unlike the hydrogen peroxide available in pharmacies, the one produced by mixing honey with water is natural and free of man-made antibiotics and their negative effects.

CAUTION: not all honey is alike! The commercial, commonly-available honey in the supermarket is a diluted, over-sugared, pale imitation of the real thing. Here are three ways to test a honey’s purity:

1. Leave some drops of the honey in a place where ants walk. If it’s pure, ants will ignore it.
2. Dip the tip of a matchstick in the honey. You will still be able to light the match.
3. Pour a drop of the honey on to a plate and add a small amount of water, then slowly tilt the plate from side to side and eventually, pure honey will develop honeycomb (sexagon) formations.

Here are some interesting uses for honey:

It is helpful for weak digestion as sugar honey is predigested and can be absorbed directly without having to undergo digestion in the gastrointestinal tract.

If you have a sore throat, let a teaspoon of honey lay in your throat for several minutes every day.

Honey can be converted to cough syrup by adding 5 cloves of pounded garlic to a bottle of honey. Take 1 tablespoon of that mixture 3 times a day for cough and other respiratory problems.

So contact me if you want some pure, high quality honey. As the saying goes, "No money, no honey."