Dr. Herberman sent a memo to about 3,000 faculty and staff on Wednesday. In it he expressed his growing concern about the dangers of cell phones. He indicated his concern was due to the proliferation of published and unpublished studies pointing to the possibility that cell phones pose a health threat.

While Dr. Herberman acknowledged that the evidence is as yet inconclusive, he felt that enough information was presented to warrant his issuance of a cautionary memo.

“Recently I have become aware of the growing body of literature linking long-term cell phone use to possible adverse health effects including cancer. Although the evidence is still controversial, I am convinced that there are sufficient data to warrant issuing an advisory to share some precautionary advice on cell phone use.”

He also pointed to a recent analysis of studies entitled ‘The Case for Precaution in Cell Phone Use’ (PDF) compiled by a panel of international experts, made up of 23 public health specialists, oncologists and pathologists.

The panel noted that cell phones generated electromagnetic fields. They warned that these fields presented a potential risk to human health, and stated that simply not enough time had passed for there to be conclusive data compiled regarding the risk of long term use of cordless phones including cell phones. They went on to state that neither the safety nor the danger of cell phones has been proved.

In his memo, Dr. Herberman laid out 10 precautionary steps that each of us can take in the use of our cell phones. Professor Devra Lee Davis, Director of the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute’s Center for Environmental Oncology, told CNN just one reason for adhering to all or some of the following restrictions. “I don’t know that cell phones are dangerous. But I don’t know that they are safe.”

Dr. Herberman’s Precautionary Steps (Summarized)

1. Keep children away from cell phones unless it’s an emergency. Children and developing fetal organs are most sensitive to electromagnetic fields (EMF) exposure.
2. Keep your cell phone as far as possible from your body. It’s safer to use your ear bud, Bluetooth or speaker phone. The greater the distance is between your body and the phone unit, the safer you are from possible EMF damage.
3. Use your cell phone in open areas where you’re not close to others and can inadvertently expose others to EM fields.
4. Keep your cell phone as far away from your body as possible at all times. In your pockets, under your pillow, and next to you on the night table is not considered far enough.
5. When you are carrying your cell phone, keep the back part where the battery is away from your body, with the keypad side facing your body.
6. Be brief on your cell phone; the longer you’re talking, the more you’re exposed to possibly dangerous EM fields.
7. When you’re talking on your cell phone, switch ears regularly so that you don’t concentrate the exposure in one area.
8. Try to use your cell phone only when your signal is strong.
9. Text messaging is safer than talking on the phone; opt for that whenever possible.
10. Select your cell phone device according to which one has the lowest specific absorption rate (SAR). Cell phone SAR details can be found on the internet.

My Thoughts on Cell Phone Safety

I personally recommend putting a cell phone radiation protector on your phone which will absorb harmful radiation from entering your head or body. I use the Safe Space™ Cell Phone Protector on my phone.

The evidence is wide and varied, regardless of what side of the fence you are standing on. The World Health Organization states that “Current scientific evidence indicates that exposure to RF fields, such as those emitted by mobile phones and their base stations, is unlikely to induce or promote cancers.”

However a study published in the World Journal of Surgical Oncology in 2006 concludes saying “We found for all studied phone types an increased risk for brain tumours, mainly acoustic neuroma and malignant brain tumours.”

The problem is, as mentioned in Dr. Herberman’s memo, that we simply have not had cell phones populating the planet, and being used as much, as they currently are now.

As of August 2005, there were more than 20 billion mobile phone users worldwide, and that number has obviously grown significantly since then. And while there are numerous studies that have not found any evidence ^{[1] [2] [3] [4]}, there is enough opposing evidence to make people think twice^{[1] [2] [3]}, like Dr. Herberman and Professor Davis.

What many people are pointing too however, is that Dr. Herberman hasn’t come out and condemned cell phones of destroying a generation of children. He has raised his concerns, as an expert in the field, and provided logical and understandable steps to reduce the chance that we could be hurt. It is measured, it is thoughtful, and above all, it allows science the opportunity to continue on in its search for the truth.

All in all, it is good to finally see someone of standing take such a position and expose this danger.

Related Articles About Cell Phone Dangers:

• The Longterm Effects of Electromagnetic Radiation
• How To Eliminate Electomagnetic Radiation from Cell Phones
• Find Out How Much Radiation Your Cell Phone Emits

Now, Phoenix Organics, a beverage company based in New Zealand, is launching their own campaign to warn people of the dangers caused by aspartame. Their campaign, “Think Before You Drink,” will see 20,000 bottles of their own Phoenix Organic Cola labeled with warnings, pointing to the potential health risks caused by aspartame.

In fact, Phoenix Organics has gone all out in their attempt to make people aware of the dangers of artificial sweeteners. A whole section of their website is dedicated to “information on aspartame“, with links to websites concerning New Zealand itself, such as products in NZ that contain aspartame, and links and references to independent research on aspartame.

“Having read the Bressler Report of the FDA and other reports on the effects of aspartame, we had the living daylights scared out of all of us,” said company directors Stefan Lepionka and Marc Ellis. “We cannot believe that the New Zealand government has declared this safe in the face of such evidence.”

Lepionka and Ellis are referring to the 1977 Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) Bressler Report, a 76 page report containing the investigation of G. D. Searle’s laboratory in Skokie, Illinois in to aspartame.

Research on Aspartame Dangers

Since the release of the Bressler Report, aspartame has been the focus of several clinical studies, which have revealed possible connections between aspartame and illnesses such as headaches, brain tumors, brain lesions and lymphoma.^{[1] [2] [3]}

Furthermore, back in 1995, FDA Epidemiology Branch Chief Thomas Wilcox concluded that reports showed aspartame to be the cause of 75% of all reports of adverse reactions to substances in the food supply, between 1981 & 1995.^[4]

A report by the Department of Health & Human Services in 1993 entitled ‘Adverse Reactions Associated With Aspartame Consumption’ found a total of 92 different symptoms and health conditions reported after consuming this artificial sweetener.^[5]

So when Phoenix Organics say that they have “…contacted a number of groups that have been fighting to raise awareness of the health concerns surrounding aspartame…” and pledged that the company “…will do whatever it can to support the overall aim to have the government restrict and ban aspartame,” you tend to believe they’re going out all guns blazing.

My Thoughts on Artificial Sweeteners

It is really sad that the FDA would allow such poisons to be introduced into our food supply. It makes me wonder if it is just another ploy to create more illness and prescribe people more pharmaceuticals. As a matter of fact, aspartame is even contained in some pharmaceutical drugs.

I personally recommend people replace all artificial sweeteners such as aspartame, sucralose and saccharin with all natural sweeteners such as organic agave nectar, organic raw locally harvested honey or zylitol. Please read all labels and steer clear of these harmful substances.

Take care and be well. Dr, G

Related Articles About the Dangers of Aspartame

• List of 57 Clinical Studies Attacking Aspartame
• Dr. Mercola: Articles About the Dangers of Aspartame

This murky brown vinegar, the one with the sediment in the bottom of the bottle, is the vinegar that has been used for hundreds of years largely for medicinal purposes.

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is made from nutritious organically grown apples and retains many of the fruits’ beneficial components because raw apple cider vinegar is not pasteurized. And in its two fermentation processes, it produces enzymes and life giving nutrients that make apple cider vinegar the powerhouse it is.

What Is The Difference Between Clear Vinegar & Raw Apple Cider Vinegar?

Clear vinegar has none of the benefits of raw organic apple cider vinegar. Through its processing and distilling, it’s been stripped of everything beneficial and can be detrimental to your health due to the fact that it is dead instead of alive.

Only raw organic apple cider vinegar has the “mother of vinegar” that makes the vinegar so beneficial. The “mother” is made up living nutrients and bacteria. You can actually see it settled in the bottom of the bottle like sediment.

What Can Raw Apple Cider Vinegar Do for Me?

Beneficial ingredients in raw apple cider vinegar give it its power to make us feel better, look better and feel energized. Just look at some of the beneficial ingredients in raw apple cider vinegar:

• Potassium - helps to prevent brittle teeth, hair loss and runny noses.
• Pectin - helps to regulate blood pressure and reduce bad cholesterol.
• Malic Acid - gives ACV the properties of being anti-viral, anti-bacterial & anti-fungal.
• Calcium - helps create strong bones and teeth.
• Ash - gives ACV its alkaline property which aids your body in maintaining proper pH levels for a healthy alkaline state.
• Acetic Acid - It appears that this acid slows the digestion of starch which can help to lower the rise in glucose that commonly occurs after meals.

A Few Benefits of Raw Apple Cider Vinegar

• 1 tablespoon of Raw Apple Cider Vinegar mixed in 4 ounces of purified water after a meal has been used as a natural remedy for heartburn and as a replacement for toxic heartburn medications.
• Raw Apple Cider Vinegar may help improve bowel irregularity, thereby removing toxins from the body at a faster rate.
• Helps clear up skin conditions and blemishes giving a smoother texture and complexion.
• Apple Cider Vinegar helps to break down fats so that your body can use them rather than store them. For this reason, many diets include ACV in their regimen.
• On a small scale, ACV was studied by researchers at Arizona State University. The preliminary study was published in the Diabetes Care journal. It reported that ACV helps reduce levels of glucose.

Raw organic apple cider vinegar is even good for pets. It has been used to help control fleas and even promotes a healthy shiny coat.

How Do I Take Raw Apple Cider Vinegar?

Mixed with another powerhouse of beneficial goodness, organic honey, apple cider vinegar can be a tasty treat with very healthy benefits. This is a great drink for fast energy. Remember, the mother of vinegar will settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. Be sure to shake the bottle well before pouring to include these healthful ingredients. In a large pitcher, add together:

• 2 tablespoons of Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 gallon of purified water
• Organic raw locally harvested honey or agave nectar to suit your taste

Organic raw honey or organic agave nectar is a great addition because of their health giving properties. They can help improve your energy, strengthen your immune system, and much more. And they taste great.

You can also find apple cider vinegar in tablet or capsule form. However, I do not recommend these sources because they are a dried source and not living as the liquid is.

Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is very strong so I always recommend diluting it with water. A good ratio is 1 tablespoon per 32 ounces of water for general use.

My Personal Recommendation

I personally use Bragg’s Unfiltered & Organic raw apple cider vinegar on a daily basis. I would recommend this brand of apple cider vinegar over any other brand currently on the market. In fact, I keep the bottle you see on the right, both at home and at work.

Articles About the Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar:

• WebMD: The Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
• In-Depth Information About Raw Apple Cider Vinegar
• Apple Cider Vinegar Found to Have Healing Properties

According to researchers, men who regularly consume Soy foods & Soy Isoflavones are more likely to suffer from a lower sperm count. Obese & overweight men are at the highest risks of decreased sperm concentration, as a result of soy consumption.

Previous studies have confirmed a decreased fertility in animals with a high consumption of soy, but conclusive data for humans is hard to come by. Therefore, researchers studied the diet of 99 men who went to Massachusetts General Hospital Fertility Center between the year 2000 & 2006. They looked at how much soy they consumed within a three month period, while simultaneously taking sperm samples.

They concluded that the men who ate soy foods in abundance, did indeed have a lower sperm concentration, approximately 41 million sperm/ml less when compared to those who did not consume any soy foods.

Researchers admit that their findings are preliminary; they are not completely sure why men who consumed soy foods had a lower sperm count. They suspect that, because soy foods have a high level of phytoestrogen, it increases the production of estrogen within their body, and may ultimately affect their overall sperm production.

Does Soy Affect Obese Men?

It’s already a known fact that obese men naturally have higher estrogen levels. Researchers from this new study are looking to find out if the consumption of soy foods may increase the estrogen level even more, perhaps even affecting there chances of reproduction.

It must be noted that there are many critics of this new study. Many people state that generations upon generations of Asian men have consumed soy foods, without experiencing any fertility problems. Not to mention, this new study even states that soy foods do not appear to affect the mobility or overall quality of the sperm in question.

My Thoughts on Unfermented Soy Foods

It’s clear that more research is needed, before any definitive conclusion is made, but I have said for years now that unfermented soy foods should always be looked at with caution. Any long-term benefits of soy are still unknown. And, soy is high in phytic acid, which can block the absorption of important minerals in certain people.

While I agree that this study is incomplete and should be looked at with caution, it does confirm my thoughts that soy isn’t as healthy as some people like to believe.

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• Possible Toxins from Soy Foods
• Soy Foods: Too Good To Be True
• The Truth About Unfermented Soy & Its Harmful Effects

Many people are affected by, or know people who are affected by migraine headaches. Migraines are considered a neurological syndrome that, alongside the painful headaches, is often accompanied by vomiting, nausea and sensitivity to light.

Cluster headaches are less well known, often because they are categorized similarly to migraines. They tend to affect only one side of your head, and are discernable thanks to their piercing quality.

The Cochrane Collaboration, publishers of The Cochrane Library, evaluate medical research, and in this instance compared nine studies focusing on the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy and normobaric oxygen therapy.

Normobaric & Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Normobaric oxygen therapy consists of inhaling pure oxygen at a normal room pressure through an oxygen mask. In the more commonly known hyperbaric oxygen therapy – common in sports – a patient will breathe oxygen in a specially designed chamber that increases the atmospheric pressure around the body.

Three of the studies that focused on hyperbaric treatment of migraines saw a large number of patients experience a significant relief from migraines after 40-45 minutes in a hyperbaric chamber. Two other studies found a much larger percentage of their patients suffering from cluster headaches experience relief after only 15 minutes of normobaric oxygen therapy.

All studies were tested against placebo/sham studies to gauge their realistic potential for medical benefit.

“We believe that hyperbaric oxygen is also a reasonable measure for migraineurs who have not responded to other measures to treat an acute attack,” said lead reviewer Michael Bennett, of Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine at Prince of Wales Hospital in Sydney. “However, the poor availability of hyperbaric chambers makes this an option only in a minority of health facilities.”

As with anything, professional information and advice is crucial to correct treatment. In the case of oxygen treatments, access to technology comes hand in hand with knowledge of what to do with that technology. Kirchner’s treatment for the thousands of patients that he has dealt with is avoiding triggers and taking preventive and symptomatic medications.

My Thoughts on Migraines & Cluster Headaches

I believe that the root cause of migraines and cluster headaches are either a spinal misalignment in the cervical region or toxic compounds introduced into the body. I also believe two substances seem to aggravate or contribute to the initiation of these headaches. They are aspartame and MSG. I recommend eliminating these substances from your dietary intake and seeing a qualified natural healthcare practitioner or chiropractor for proper diagnosis and therapy.

For people who can afford spending around $12-15,000, you can purchase your own portable hyperbaric chamber.

Related Oxygen Therapy Articles:

• Oxygen Therapy on Wikipedia
• Medical Benefits of Oxygen Therapy
• High-Flow Oxygen Inhalation Therapy for Cluster Headaches

Native to Central & South America, avocados have been cultivated since approximately 8,000 B.C. By the mid-1800s, they had been introduced to Asia & Jamaica, but they did not arrive in the United States until the early 20th century. U.S. avocados are now grown in California & Florida, but other commercial producers exist in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic.

While most of us appreciate avocados in the form of good guacamole, many of us are not aware of the many health benefits that this delicious food has to offer. Aside from the avocados themselves, there are many other ingredients that go into the creation of a good organic guacamole recipe. These ingredients offer some surprising benefits for our overall health.

Ingredients in Organic Guacamole

• Organic Avocado - Contains Lutein (a carotenoid along with Vitamin E), Magnesium, and monounsaturated (healthy) fats. Avocado helps fight cancer of the mouth, breast, and prostate, and improves skin tone. It also improves absorption of nutrients in other foods.
• Himalayan Crystal Salt - Stabilizes blood sugar levels and regulates heart beat. It also improves absorption and cell communication, and relieves the sinuses and lungs.
• Organic Lime Juice - Contains potassium, as well as antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiseptic properties to strengthen the immune system. It also helps to cleanse the blood and liver.
• Organic Cilantro - Contains several antioxidants, and is a natural deodorizer. It relieves nausea, bloating, urinary tract infections, and indigestion. Consumption of cilantro also helps to reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and has antibacterial properties that aid in killing salmonella.
• Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Helps reduce asthma and arthritis inflammation, and also aids in reducing blood pressure. It helps to increase metabolism, and is a cancer fighter, particularly of the ovaries and breast.
• Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar - Once lauded as a cure-all by Hippocrates, apple cider vinegar (raw & unfiltered) helps reduce allergies, asthma, cholesterol levels, calcium deposits, and acne breakouts. It also helps to lower blood sugar, and aids in reducing symptoms of food poisoning and muscle fatigue. It strengthens the immune system, improves metabolism and stamina, and provides relief for sore throats.
• Organic Cumin - A natural antioxidant that helps fight cancer of the liver, improves digestion, and strengthens the immune system.
• Organic Garlic - An antioxidant that may lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and helps to cleanse the liver. Garlic has unique benefits whether consumed raw, cooked, or aged. It also contains unique properties that make it an excellent fighter against stomach cancer.
• Organic Lemon Juice (fresh) – May aid the body in removing gallstones when mixed with olive oil, relieves stomach discomfort, and may help prevent arthritis, atherosclerosis, diabetes, and kidney stones.
• Organic Onion - Onions contain an antioxidant called Quercetin, which is a flavenoid. They also contain Vitamin E, Potassium, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, and Fiber. Onions are known to relieve congestion and allergy symptoms, and help to reduce cholesterol. In addition, they remove heavy metals from the body, and help fight cancer of the lungs, bladder, ovaries, and breast.
• Organic Pepper - Pepper helps fight cancer of the thyroid, stomach, prostate, and intestines. It contains an antioxidant called Capsaicin, which relieves congestion, headaches, allergies, colitis, ulcers, and pain. Eating peppers can aid with blood clotting, cholesterol reduction, and the rate of stroke. Peppers also increase metabolism.

As you can see, there is not a single ingredient in organic guacamole that has a bad health benefit. The avocado itself is certainly an ideal food that is delicious to eat on its own. Still if you prefer to eat your avocado in other foods, you cannot go wrong with a good homemade guacamole.

Tips for Buying Organic Avocados

When shopping, look for avocados that are slightly soft, but without dark sunken spots or cracks. Tree-ripened avocados generally have a better flavor, and you can identify these by their slight neck. California avocados usually have a richer taste than avocados grown in Florida. Be sure that you only purchase avocados that have a dark green skin. If avocados are too light & bright, avoid purchasing them.

My Favorite Recipe for Organic Guacamole

Here’s a simple recipe for chunky style guacamole that you can enjoy in a short while.

Ingredients in “Dr. Group’s” Organic Guacamole

• 2 ripe, medium Organic Avocados
• Juice from 1 Organic Lime
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh Organic Cilantro
• ½ Tsp Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 Tsp Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
• Juice from 1 Organic Lemon
• ½ Tsp Organic Cumin
• 2 cloves Organic Garlic
• ¼ cup finely chopped Organic Onion
• ¼ Tsp freshly ground Organic Pepper
• ¼-½ Tsp Finally ground Himalayan Crystal Salt (to taste)

Peel avocados and remove the pit. Dice avocado; mince garlic cloves; chop onion and cilantro. Squeeze your lemon and lime and grind your pepper as needed. Combine all your ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Toss well instead of mixing, to maintain the chunky consistency.

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• Interesting Facts About Avocados
• WebMD: The Avocado Advantage
• More Health Benefits of Guacamole & Avocado’s
• The Ultimate Guacamole Party Dip Recipe

More and more scientists are now realizing that Mother Nature has answers to many of the dilemmas that we face. One such answer has arrived through a pair of Eurasian wildflowers (Elecampane & Pulsatilla vulgaris).

According to a study conducted by researchers at the Cork Institute of Technology (CIT), extracts from the flowers are highly effective in killing the MRSA superbug.

The superbug, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium that is the root cause for many infections in humans. MRSA can be very difficult to treat, because it’s resistant to many antibiotics. MRSA is especially troublesome in hospitals, where, if the proper procedures are not carried out, staff may transfer these bacteria from one patient to another.

MRSA has been a serious problem not only in hospitals, but in other institutions such as prisons & schools. Due to the continually rotating population in a prison, combined with regular poor health, staph cases have become more and more prevalent.

The CIT researchers found that Elecampane, also called Horse-heal (Inula helenium) or Marchalan, is 100% effective against MRSA colonies. The second flower, Pulsatilla vulgaris, also known as Dane’s Blood or Pasque flower, was also “highly effective” against MRSA. The pair of wildflowers was tested against 300 different varieties of staphylococci bacteria, commonly known as Staph.

Example of Pulsatilla Vulgaris

The Pulsatilla vulgaris (Dane’s Blood) belongs to the Buttercup family. Unlike its cousin’s yellow petals, Dane’s Blood has purple droopy flowers. The Elecampane appears in many gardens throughout Great Britain, but ranges as far eastwards as the Himalayas.

In an article written in the Corrections Connection Network News [CCNN], writer Ann Coppola pointed to Tulsa County Jail in Oklahoma, which suffered from an average of twelve staph cases per month.

These wildflowers represent a significant weapon in the battle to fight the staph infections that are ravaging prisons, schools and hospitals. It’s been noted too that it’s best to harvest the extracts from young wildflowers, 3 years old or less, for optimal potency.

I have personally recommended easy and cost effective techniques to eliminate the MRSA strain from hospitals, schools and prisons using negative ion, UV & HEPA Air Purification Systems and cleaning with hydrogen peroxide or a silver solution. Although I have made numerous recommendations to government officials nothing to date has been done to protect the innocent victim from these MRSA infections.

Do You Know What’s In Energy Drinks?

Most energy drinks contain at least as much caffeine as a standard eight-ounce cup of coffee (~80mg). To put it into perspective, a 12oz. soda contains 18-48mg of caffeine. In addition to large doses of caffeine, energy drinks contain excessive amounts of sugar & legal herbal stimulants.

Children in school certainly do not need to be consuming any type of beverage that contains stimulants, particularly when they are combined with sugar. Despite manufacturer claims to the contrary, marketing of energy drinks is targeted to high school kids, and adults who are under 30 years of age.

Many of you might already be aware of the basic contents mentioned above, but still aren’t exactly sure about the specific ingredients in energy drinks, and what effect those ingredients can have on your body. The following list provides some answers.

Common Energy Drink Ingredients:

• Ginseng - A root that is believed to help reduce stress and increase energy levels.
• Carnitine - An amino acid that helps to metabolize fatty acids.
• Gingko Biloba - Created from the seeds of the gingko biloba tree, it has been shown to enhance memory.
• Taurine - A natural amino acid produced by the human body. It helps to regulate normal heart-beats and muscle contractions. Its effects on people when consumed as a drink additive remain unclear.
• Inositol - A member of the B-complex Vitamin that assists in the relaying of messages between cells. Inositol is not a vitamin itself.
• Guarana Seed - A stimulant that grows in Brazil & Venezuela which contains high levels of caffeine.

The Dangers of Drinking Energy Drinks

Given this list of ingredients, it is fairly easy to see that energy drinks are a deceptive combination of soft drink and psuedo-nutritional supplement. The largest problem with them is that people tend to abuse them, drinking more than one at a time, or mixing them with alcohol.

My main concern with the use of the herbs in these drinks is their source. The mass manufacturers of energy drinks are not required by law to list whether or not the herbs they use, have been sprayed with toxic pesticides, irradiated or watered with contaminated water supplies, so there is no telling what other toxins are contained in these drinks and whether or not these herbs will have a negative effect on the body.

The caffeine that is found in energy drinks is dangerous enough on its own. Not only is caffeine addictive, it acts as both a stimulant and a diuretic. As a stimulant, caffeine can make you have anxiety attacks, heart palpitations, and insomnia.

When consumed in large or regular quantities, caffeine can also make you jittery or irritable. As a diuretic, caffeine causes your kidneys to remove extra fluid from your body. If you consume energy drinks while sweating, these effects can be particularly dangerous because you can become severely dehydrated quickly.

Many younger people have started mixing energy drinks with alcohol because it makes them feel alert and energetic, even when they are drunk. Because alcohol and caffeine dehydrate our bodies, especially after a night of dancing. There have been many instances, where energy drinks mixed with alcohol has caused severe dehydration.

Because so much additional research needs to be done on the other ingredients found in energy drinks, I recommend all people avoid drinking energy drinks, they only ad more toxins to an already toxin burdened body and decrease our bodies internal water supply and natural detoxification processes.

The bottom line concerning energy drinks is that medical professionals simply do not know the long-term effects of consuming these beverages. It is known, however, that large amounts of sugar and caffeine are harmful to our bodies. For people to utilize energy drinks during exercise or other strenuous activity compounds the problem of dehydration, and does nothing to provide the body with any necessary nutrients or fluids.

Related Energy Drink Articles:

• Understanding How Energy Drinks Work
• Energy Drinks: Do They Really Give You Energy?

Authors of a new study have concluded that males with a low level of Vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin, are more likely to suffer a heart attack, technically known as a Myocardial Infarction (MI).

There are a variety of clinical studies showing that the death-rates attributed to cardiovascular diseases grew during winter months. Conversely, the opposite was found at lower altitudes. This background pattern was expressed in the author’s article, published in the June 9 edition of the journal, Archives of Internal Medicine.

In conjunction with a team from the Department of Epidemiology at Harvard School of Public Health, Edward Giovannucci, M.D., Sc.D., analyzed the medical records and blood samples of 454 men, aged between 40 & 75. All of whom have suffered from fatal heart diseases or had previously suffered non-fatal heart attacks.

Researchers took that data and compared it with the medical records and blood samples of 900 men, still living, who never had any of the heart complications the base subjects had.

What they found was that males with Vitamin D deficiency or those who merely meet the “intermediate” levels of Vitamin D, were more at risk of heart attack, compared to those with a healthy amount of Vitamin D in their diet. Researchers concluded that their results supported the fact that Vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of heart attack, and possibly death.

They added that their findings support the need to enhance Vitamin D levels in the body to reduce this problem.

Where Do We Get Vitamin D?

One of the body’s essential vitamins, Vitamin D is referred to as the “sunshine vitamin.” After being in the sun, our bodies produce vitamin D naturally. Really, if you’re in the sun for as little as 10 to 15 minutes, and only 3 times a week, that is enough time for your body to produce vitamin D in quantities it needs.

When you look at it in these terms, unless you get very little “sun time,” there’s really no need to get vitamin D from your diet or supplements. Guess what, you can even store vitamin D in your body.

When vitamin D is manufactured in the body, the excess of what you need at the time can remain for months. So in the summer time, you can increase your vitamin D levels by increasing your time in the sun.

Vitamin D plays a very important roll in your body’s health. Its job is to promote the absorption of magnesium and calcium. These substances are vital to the healthy development of bones and teeth. Vitamin D also helps to keep adequate levels of phosphorus and calcium in the blood.

If you have to, you can take supplements of vitamin D to meet your body’s needs. One thing you may want to consider when shopping for vitamins: Vegans choose Vitamin D2 labeled items instead of Vitamin D3.

The Difference Between Vitamin D2 & Vitamin D3

Vitamin D2, named ergocalciferol, is produced by irradiating plants to produce yeasts. Vitamin D3 comes from animal sources. Its manufacturing base can come from cattle brains, sheep wool, hides and fish.

Related Vitamin D Articles:

• Vitamin D: Myths, Facts & Statistics
• The Dietary Supplement Fact Sheet: Vitamin D
• Press Release: Vitamin D Defiency May Increase Heart Attack Risk

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Read through our website & see what we have to offer. You’ll soon understand why we won this award for the second consecutive year.