Pam's Picks for Optimal Health

VITAMIN E- Don’t leave home without it!
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin, it is most famous for it’s antioxidant role. Unlike other vitamins a deficiency of Vitamin E, does not produce a specific disease, but deficiencies result in a host of degenerative diseases, such as cancer and heart disease, epidemically found in civilized cultures, where natural Vitamin E is not obtained from diet. It has been said that if we all took adequate Vitamin E supplements, we could cut our health care cost by $8 billion (Liberrman,Phd). A study of 30,000 male smokers between the ages of 50-69 reported in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, March, 1998, that a daily dose of Vitamin E reduced prostate cancer by 41%. In November 1997, in the Journal of the American Medical Assoc. found Vitamins C and E help prevent fatty food from clogging bloods vessels and damaging their cell walls. Another study in Ophthalmology, June 1998 cites the use of Vitamin E to prevent cataracts. And the list of benefits of Vitamin E goes on and on. Have you seen in the newspapers of the reduction of Vitamin E in Alzheimer’s disease, and acutely reducing smoking damage? When buying Vitamin E always shop for 100% natural, complex- never buy dl-alpha only d-alpha, the l stands for a synthetic, laboratory vitamin E. Why? Graham W Burrton, PH D, at the National Research Council of Canada, found natural vitamin E blood levels rose twice the amount when using 100% natural vitamin E, compared to dl-alpha, the synthetic. The same held true in a study of pregnant women at Tennessee State University, watched by Robert V. Acuff, M. D. Again natural vitamin E blood levels rose twice as high as compared to their synthetic rival. Researcher Angelo Azzi, in Switzerland, found natural vitamin E influences the activation of certain enzymes that protect against heart disease. SYNTHETIC VITAMIN E DOES NOT! Toxicity from Vitamin E is hard to find. In the VERIS Research Information Service, Vitamin E Fact Book, shows numerous studies of the safety of this wonderful protector. Vitamin E does have a anti-coagulant effect, also may intensify and existing coagulation defect produced by vitamin K, but in healthy people produced no side effects even in large dosages up to 1000 IU’s daily. Optimal Dosage daily- 400IU for protection against free radical damage, and diseases-degenerative Menopausal Relief- hot flashes etc. 400IU-1000IU Fibrocystic Breasts- 400IU-1000IU Poor Circulation- 400IU-1000IU Always consult your doctor first, if you have a pre-existing condition. People with high blood pressure should not take more than 400IU, daily without first checking with doctor. TWINLAB Vitamin E Complex 100% Natural (Dry caps vitamin E available upon request)
400 IUs 100 Softgel Retail $18.50 Our Price $13.95 1000 IUs 100 Softgel Retail $37.50 Our Price $26.25	400 IUs 250 Softgel Retail $40.95 Our price $29.00 1000 IUs 250 softgel Retail $84.95 Our Price $59.45
Also Available Schiff 100% Natural Complex Vitamin E 1000 IU 30 Caps Retail $12.57 Our Price $8.75
200 IU 100 Caps Retail $11.43 Our Price $8.00 400 IU 100 Caps Retail $16.59 Our Price $11.60	200 IU 250 Caps Retail $25.16 Our Price $17.50 400 IU 250 Retail $36.00 Our Price $25.20
Lipoic Acid
A new antioxidant, an enhancer of other antioxidants, it is both fat and water soluble, making it useful in the entire body system. It is a coenzyme involved in the energy process. Lipolic acid is active in the catabolic metabolism. It breaks down molecules for energy use converting food carbohydrates and fats into glucose and fatty acids. Doctor Passwater, Ph.D., has callled in the metabolic antioxidant. The second claim of this nutrient is it facilitates conversion of blood sugar into energy. Although studies are too early to tell us if it is therapeutic in the treatment of diabetes, it has been used in Germany for twenty years in this manner ( Passwater, Ph.D., Lipolic Acid, 17). Also, cited here the theory of normalize blood sugar, because of the reduction of glycation (process in which protein reacts with excess glucose). People with impaired energy may benefit from a higher level of energy with supplement. Lipoic Acid is also an intense detoxifier for toxic metals and other poisons. It is the ideal antioxidant to protect cells against , cardiovascular disorders, cancer, cataracts and other degenerative illness. Dr.Balch in his book, "The SuperAntioxidants", suggests a dose for preventive measures of 20 to 50 milligrams daily ( Balch, MD 94).
TWINLAB Alpha Lipoic Acid
50 mg 30 Capsules Retail $7.50 Our Price $5.25 60 Capsules Retail $13.50 Our Price $9.45	100 mg 30 Capsules Retail $11.95 Our Price $8.35 60 Capsules Retail $21.95 Our Price $15.35
Other brands of alpha lipoic acid available upon request at 30% off retail price.
Pycnogenol-Super Protecotor
The many health benefits are too numerous to cite, but the most common ones needed in our modern civilization may save your life. They are: reduce risk of: heart disease, cancer, accelerated aging, oxidative stress, strengthens blood vessels and capillary, reduces bruising, protects against sun damage, improves skin elasticity, improves skin elasticity, very effective against hay fever, fights inflammation, reduces diabetic retinopathy, reduces general infections, reduces rentinopathies, help reduce/prevent floaters (PYCNOGENOL, Kandaswami, Ph.D., Passwater, Ph.D., 10). Pycnogenol is a plant flavonoid, as the "The World Book Dictionary", puts it, "a plant whose leaves or stems are used for medicine."
TWINLAB PYCNOGENOL
30 mg 30 Capsules Retail $15.95 Our Price $11.15 60 Capsules Retail $29.95 Our Price $20.90	50 mg 30 Capsules Retail $23.49 Our Price $16.75 60 Capsules Retail $46.95 Our Price $30.50
NATURES HERBS POWER HERBS PYCNOGENOL
30mg 30 Capsules Retail $15.49 Our Price $10.85	50mg 30 Capsules Retail $23.49 Our Price $16.45
"A CHEERFUL HEART IS GOOD MEDICINE, BUT A CRUSHED SPIRIT DRIES UP THE BONES." Proverbs 17:22 "FOR WHERE YOUR TREASURE IS THERE YOUR HEART WILL BE ALSO." Matthew." Matthew 6:21
Coenzyme Q10 Coenzyme Q10 regenerates vitamin E, it has a similar structure to vitamin K. High concentrations in organs, particularly in the heart. On a cellular level , CQ10 highest amount found in the mitochondria, which is the "powerhouse", which fuels energy into cells. Beneficial for increased energy levels for normal folks to the athletic type person. Supportive to battle debilitating disorders such as chronic fatigue, immune deficiency diseases, muscular dystrophy (Biochim Biophys Acta, 19951271(1):281-6, two successful double-blind trials with CoQ10 and muscular dystrophies and neurogenic atrophies). Other combating effects of CoQ10 against cancer, aging, diabetes, and heart disease. Suggest reading: "THE COENZYME Q10 PHENOMENON", BY Stephen Sinatra, M. D. Also, hope for damaged skin, periodontal disease, and hyperthyroid. Biggest area of use and overwhelming success is in the Cardiovascular Disease area. Widespread deficiencies confirmed among patients with congestive heart failure patients, coronary heart disease, angia pectoris, hypertension, mitral valve prolapsed and even in bypass surgery patients ( Sinatra M. D. " The Coenzme Q10 Pheneomenon,33). How Much to Take/Side Effects/Drug Interactions Do not take prior to bedtime. Minimal Side Effects profiles safety over long-term use. Rare but possible side effect too much energy, feel like a coffee boast-jittery effect. If this happens decrease dosage or stop. COQ10 will deplete cholesterol-lowering drugs, beta blockers inhibit this enzyme. On the positive side COQ10 has reduced drug-induced fatigue, from beta blockers. Some psychotropic drugs inhibit CoQ10. Because CoQ10 has vitamin K like effects, coumadin (a drug blood thinner) may have reduced actively. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR IF ON ANY DRUGS! Dosage- Athlete up to 100 mg a day along as body weight is above 100 lbs. Always start lower when first introducing a new supplement. Maintenance in healthy person, about 30 mg, person should be around minimal age of 30. People with heart disease, Dr. Sinatra recommends 1 mg per body weight. Other disorders, check with your doctor, take into account dietary sources, lifestyle, stress levels, and general health. " A Happy Heart is good medicine"- Proverbs TWIN LAB-100% Natural! COENZYME Q10 Twin Lab is the original brand of pure crystalline coenzyme Q10 imported from Japan. It contains the same potency used in scientific studies.
30 mg 50 Caps Retail $24.95 Our Price $17.45	50 mg 60 Caps Retail $40.95 Our Price $28.65
100 mg 60 Caps Retail $71.95 Our Price $50.00 Two bottles for $95.00 100 mg also available in 30 size	50 mg 30 Caps Retail $22.95 Our Price $16.00
TWIN LAB MAXI-LIFE 30 mg of CoQ10 and 400 IU'S of Vitamin E 30 softgels Retail $44.95 Our Price $30.00 OTHER BRANDS OF COQ10 AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Healthy Origins
100% Natural (trans-isomer)
Co Q10 Gels

100 mg
Economy Size 150 caps
Retail $89.99
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$67.50

Fermented from yeast
Pharmaceutical grade
No polysorbats
Non-GMO
Guaranteed 100 % purity

CoQ10 is essential to produce energy in the mitochondria.

The use of CoQ10 with statin drugs can help prevent the
depletion of CoQ10, thus help minimize the chance of statin
related cardiac dysfunction, liver dysfunction, muscle weakness.

Parkinson's Disease

At the 2002 annual meeting of the American Neurological Association
(New York City, October 13-16) and simultaneously published in the journal Annals of Neurology, Dr. Clifford Shultz and colleagues a the University of California, San Diego, showed that oral coenzyme Q10 helped slow the progression of Parkinson's disease.

Not all CoQ10 is equal!
The "TRANS" form was used in the Parkinson disease study. The "CIS" form, the most available is not 100% pure and sometimes difficult to absorb, but cheaper.

This study randomly assigned 80 people, who had not be treated to either a placebo or CoQ10 at dosages of 300 mg, 600 mg, and even as high as 1200 mg (please be under a doctor's care when taking dosages, higher than your body weight). This was a 16 month study, all dosages were well tolerated. Their findings resulted in 44 percent less mental and physical decline than the placebo group.

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HEALTHY ORIGINS
300 mg
Size: 60 capsules
Retail $89.99
Our Price
$67.50