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		<title>SuperFoods:  What They Can Do For You</title>
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All people can benefit from superfoods!   A superfood contains every nutrient the body requires for optimal health and can help support most bodily functions, boost energy levels, increase stamina, endurance, and recovery time from physical activity.  They also provide phytochemicals and antioxidants that science has proven help prevent many degenerative diseases.
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<p>All people can benefit from superfoods!   A superfood contains every nutrient the body requires for optimal health and can help support most bodily functions, boost energy levels, increase stamina, endurance, and recovery time from physical activity.  They also provide phytochemicals and antioxidants that science has proven help prevent many degenerative diseases.<span id="more-764"></span></p>
<p>Superfoods are found in the first link of the food chain, such as plankton which is made purely from sunlight and water, and grasses which are made from soil and sunlight. Since they are so nutrient dense, very little is required to achieve significant nutritional benefit.</p>
<p>You can read more about these nutrient dense foods in our article <a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/articles/superfoods.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Benefits of Super</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">f</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">oods</span></a>.</p>
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<h3>Detoxify with Superfoods       </h3>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/categories.html#detoxifying"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-766" title="Detoxification Superfood Blog" src="http://blog.energeticnutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/DetoxSuperfoodBlog.jpg" alt="Detoxification Superfood Blog" width="109" height="143" /></a></strong></p>
<p>One of the great benefits we can get from superfoods is <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/categories.html#detoxifying"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">detoxification</span></a></span>.   Detoxification is a process in which potentially harmful compounds are excreted.  Superfoods help us detox by eliminating toxins, such as heavy metals, which can weaken our tissues and lead to disease over time.  </p>
<p>Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants and algae that is said to be a good detoxifier.    Historically, chlorophyll has been used to help improve many different conditions and symptoms.  For example, constipation, bad breath, and skin problems, just to name a few.</p>
<p><strong>Dietary sources of chlorophyll include:</strong> </p>
<ul>
<li>LifeSource SuperSprouts</li>
<li>Dark green leafy vegetables</li>
<li>Wheat grass</li>
<li>Barley grass</li>
<li>Spirulina</li>
<li>Chlorella</li>
<li>Algae</li>
</ul>
<p>Those who do not consume a variety of green foods in plentiful quantities may lack chlorophyll in their diets.  Therefore, taking a high quality sprouted grain and green food supplement that contains chlorophyll, can help you get this important nutrient, as well as others, into your diet or <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/life-flo/complete-body-cleanse.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">cleansing</span></a></span> program.</p>
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<h3>Introducing LifeSource SuperSprouts</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/hi/lifesource.html"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-767" title="LifeSource SuperSprouts" src="http://blog.energeticnutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/LSSuperSproutsbig.gif" alt="LifeSource SuperSprouts" width="75" height="139" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/hi/lifesource.html"></a><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/hi/lifesource.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">LifeSource SuperSprouts</span></a> is created from 100% organic sprouts and the highest quality SuperFoods. These grains are in a SuperFood base of soft cell Chlorella, Organic Spirulina, Wildcrafted Hydrilla, Organic Barley Juice Concentrate 40:1, Phasophyta green kelp, Rhodophyta Red kelp, Monatomic mineral complex, and Stevia.</p>
<p>The organic sprout complex consists of Amaranth, Spelt, Broccoli, and Millet. Broccoli sprouts are the richest source of sulphoraphane, a natural chemical researched at John Hopkins University for its ability to promote normal cellular functions. “Three day old broccoli sprouts consistently contain 20 to 50 times the protective compounds as found in mature broccoli, and may offer a simple dietary means of reducing health risks.” Paul Talalay, MD., JJ Abel Distinguished Service Professor, John Hopkins University.</p>
<p><strong>LifeSource SuperSprouts can help:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Increase energy levels</li>
<li>Improve mental clarity and alertness</li>
<li>Increase stamina and focus in rugged competition</li>
<li>Reduce recovery time from physical activity</li>
</ul>
<p>The sprouts in this formula are freeze dried so that their temperature sensitive constituents are maintained to the highest possible degree. They also provide easily assimilated organic vitamins, minerals, and enzymes.</p>
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<h3>Why Choose LifeSource SuperSprouts Over Other Products?</h3>
<p>LifeSource SuperSprouts Dietary Supplement is created from 100% organic sprouts and the highest quality SuperFoods. It is formulated together through a special process that harmonizes the subtle energy fields of each ingredient.</p>
<p>This product is perfect for weight management and whenever extra energy is required. Nourish your body, feed your mind, and evolve your spirit with LifeSource SuperSprouts. 100% Vegetarian. </p>
<p><strong>Other reasons to choose LifeSource SuperSprouts:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Quality Ingredients</strong> &#8211; The world&#8217;s finest ingredients are carefully selected and blended with one consideration &#8211; to achieve the highest nutritional benefits by maximizing natural life force energy.</li>
</ul>
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<li><strong>Harmonically Balanced</strong> &#8211; Ordinary superfood formulas are based on chemical profiles of each individual ingredient. Our special formulation is the result of observing harmonic patterns and frequencies produced as we combine nature&#8217;s most nutritionally complete foods. Each ingredient is monitored until it naturally reaches its highest level of synergy and balance within the formula. Each and every batch of LifeSource is manufactured to meet these high quality specifications.</li>
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<li><strong>Great Taste</strong> &#8211; No other product tastes as great as our naturally energized, highly nutritious superfood complex, LifeSource. It is a delicious, potent blast of nutrition and energy.</li>
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<li><strong>LifeSource is for Everyone</strong> &#8211; LifeSource is designed for all who desire a healthier life; career professionals, athletes, pregnant and nursing women, students, people recovering from illness or surgery.</li>
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		<title>The Essential B-Vitamins</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:47:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Research has found that a B complex vitamin can help alleviate the symptoms of anxiety and stress that many people suffer from.  People who are chronically stressed often have low levels of B vitamins, which can lead to depression, irritability, and improper nerve function.  The family of B vitamins is comprised of nutrients that help [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Research has found that a <a href="../source_naturals/Vitamin-B-50-Complex.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">B complex vitamin</span></a> can help alleviate the symptoms of anxiety and stress that many people suffer from.  People who are chronically stressed often have low levels of B vitamins, which can lead to depression, irritability, and improper nerve function.  The family of B vitamins is comprised of nutrients that help support the immune system, the nervous system, and healthy skin and hair that are generally affected by stressful conditions. <span id="more-12"></span></p>
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<h3><span style="color: #003366;">B-Vitamins Defined</span></h3>
<p>B-vitamins are essential components of numerous key enzyme systems, without which the body cannot function. Each B-vitamin fills a different complementary need, which is why they should most often be taken together. B-vitamins act as coenzymes, helping enzymes to react chemically with other substances, and are involved in energy production.  </p>
<p>The family of B vitamins can help maintain the health of the nerves, skin, eyes, hair, liver, and mouth, as well as healthy muscle tone in the gastrointestinal tract and proper brain function. </p>
<p><strong>Vitamin B2</strong> (riboflavin) &#8211; required for cell growth and release of energy, formation of red blood cells, and synthesis of antibodies.</p>
<p><strong>Vitamin B3</strong> (niacin) &#8211; stabilizes cell membranes, insures proper circulation, and maintains healthy skin. Aids in the function of the nervous system and helps to reduce cholesterol.</p>
<p><strong>Vitamin B5</strong> (panthothenic acid) &#8211; a non toxic nutrient needed to breakdown fat to covert into energy. An anti-stress vitamin.                        </p>
<p><strong>Vitamin B6</strong> &#8211; needed for the synthesis of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine. These neurotransmitters are required for normal nerve cell communication.</p>
<p><strong>Vitamin B12</strong> &#8211; helps maintain healthy nerve cells and red blood cells.  Works in close partnership with folic acid in synthesis of the building blocks for DNA and RNA. Essential for the integrity of the maintenance of the nervous system and for the production of energy producing molecules. <strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Folic Acid </strong>(folate) &#8211; a non-toxic nutrient that protects our chromosomes from DNA damage. Also helps with depression and the prevention of neural tube defects in newborns.</p>
<p><strong>Biotin </strong>– is involved in the synthesis of fatty acids, energy production, and cell growth.  Some preliminary studies suggest that this nutrient may help improve glucose metabolism.</p>
<p><strong>Paba </strong>(para amino benzoic acid) &#8211; a member of the vitamin B-complex that has been used in conditions, such as infertility (female), Peyronies disease, scleroderma, graying hair, and vitiligo (white patches on skin). It is also used on the skin in sunscreens.<br />
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Choline </strong>- used to treat high cholesterol, improve memory, protect the liver and gallbladder, and helps support nerve transmission.<br />
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Inositol</strong> &#8211; a direct precursor of phospholipids which are a major component of cellular membranes. It also acts as a lipotropic which converts fats into other useful products. Inositol helps establish healthy cell membranes, which facilitates nerve impulses and has been shown to be helpful for depression. </p>
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<h3><span style="color: #008080;"><span style="color: #003366;">Other Uses</span></span></h3>
<p><strong>Stress and Anxiety</strong><br />
Research has found that a B complex vitamin can be beneficial in helping alleviate the symptoms of anxiety and stress that many people suffer from.</p>
<p><strong>Fatigue and Illness<br />
</strong>Fatigue can be a symptom of a multitude of illnesses, including <a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/fibromyalgia/fibromyalgia-main.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">fibromyalgia</span></a>, as well as simply overdoing things; however, a B complex vitamin can help alleviate general tiredness and lethargy.  Additionally, if a person has been unwell a B complex vitamin can be extremely valuable in aiding the recovery process.</p>
<p><strong>Skin and Hair</strong><br />
Some skin conditions, such as dermatitis can also benefit when a B complex vitamin is included in one’s daily regimen.  Additionally, the condition of a persons hair will also be greatly improved with sufficient B complex vitamin intake.</p>
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<p>Each B complex vitamin is capable of performing its own individual function within the body, but when they work together as a complex of vitamins, they help provide essential maintenance necessary for the body to remain healthy. The B complex vitamins are extremely beneficial for a number of conditions and may be needed in additional quantities at certain times in a person&#8221;&#8217;&#8217;s life.  Many health care professionals are now discovering the benefits of taking a B complex vitamin to help overcome certain illnesses. Try our <a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/source_naturals/Vitamin-B-50-Complex.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Source Natural B-50 Complex</span></a> and get all the essential B-vitamins your body needs.  In todays stressful world, they are even more important.</p>
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<address>Content on this blog is for reference purposes and is not intended to substitute for advice given by a physician, pharmacist, or other licensed health-care professional. You should not use this information as self-diagnosis or for treating a health problem or disease. Contact your health-care provider immediately if you suspect that you have a medical problem. Information and statements on this blog regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.</address>
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		<title>The Importance of Taking a Daily Multi-Vitamin</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 18:24:55 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Would it surprise you to learn that many of us do not get the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamins and minerals necessary from our foods, even if we are consuming the suggested daily servings of fruits and vegetables?
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://blog.energeticnutrition.com/2009/07/the-importance-of-taking-a-daily-multi-vitamin/"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-174" title="vitamins_image" src="http://blog.energeticnutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/vitamins_image.jpg" alt="vitamins_image" hspace="10" width="126" height="83" /></a>Would it surprise you to learn that many of us do not get the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of vitamins and minerals necessary from our foods, even if we are consuming the suggested daily servings of fruits and vegetables?</p>
<p>Due to current farming practices, mass food production, processing, and cooking, our foods are less nutrient dense than they were in previous years. In fact, The U.S. Department of Agriculture says that it takes seven cups of today’s spinach to equal the nutrition that a single cup provided in 1960.<span id="more-7"></span></p>
<p>Vitamins and minerals help maintain cellular efficiency by activating enzyme systems that are essential to cellular function. Phyto-nutrients which are found in various forms of plant life are so important that nutritionists recommend at least 5 to 7 servings of fruits and vegetables per day, and suggest even more is better. Sadly, less than one in five Americans get even half of these amounts.</p>
<p>Two Harvard researchers, Robert H. Fletcher, MD and Kathleen M. Fairfield, MD, are working to help us understand the importance of taking a daily multiple formula in order to help get the nutrients that one may need to prevent certain diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis.</p>
<p>Important reasons for taking a multi-vitamin and mineral formula with phyto-nutrients:</p>
<ul>
<li>To prevent diseases</li>
<li>To get the Recommended Daily Allowance of nutrients</li>
<li>Nutrient deficiencies in food</li>
<li>Consistent nutrient intake</li>
<li>To maintain cellular efficiency</li>
<li>The activation of enzymes essential to cellular function</li>
</ul>
<hr />It would be ideal if everyone could eat at least 5 to 7 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables a day, which is generally recommended by nutritionists in order to get the optimal daily nutrient intake. However, as mentioned above, modern day food practices account for measurable losses of necessary nutrients.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/pure-essence/life-essence-master-multiple.html"></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/pure-essence/life-essence-master-multiple.html"><img class="size-full wp-image-113 alignleft" title="LifeEssence-sm" src="http://blog.energeticnutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/LifeEssence-sm.jpg" alt="Life Essence Master Multiple" width="56" height="100" /></a></p>
<p>We have an answer to your needs. <a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/pure-essence/life-essence-master-multiple.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Life Essence</span></a> provides every vitamin and mineral your body needs. It also delivers enzymes, metabolic pigments, flavones, trace elements, amino acids, antioxidants, and countless co-nutrients and phyto-chemicals. Together, these things create a multiple like none you&#8217;ve ever seen before&#8230;one that not only supports health, but actually builds  it.</p>
<p>For nearly 10 years Life Essence has been the world’s most energetic multiple. Now, it’s even better, with a 100% Organic Whole Food Base that includes spirulina, chlorella, oat grass juice concentrate and barley grass juice concentrate. Naturally, its vitamins <a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/pure-essence/one-n-only-daily-multiple-vitamin.html"><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-890" title="One 'n' Only Superior Tonic Multiple" src="http://blog.energeticnutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/One-N-Only-lg.jpg" alt="" width="56" height="99" /></a>and minerals are still the very best that money can buy, and its superior Tonics are the purest, cleanest herbs available.  </p>
<p>Or consider <a href="http://www.energeticnutrition.com/pure-essence/one-n-only-daily-multiple-vitamin.html"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">One N Only</span></a> , the once daily multi-vitamin.  <a href="http://blog.energeticnutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/One-N-Only-lg.jpg"></a></p>
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