Super Boosters: A practical guide to natural supplements

(MENAFN- Arab News) Super boosters the title of this book refers to natural supplements used explicitly to improve our health. our modern lifestyles have led us off the right track with fast foods drug dependencies a polluted environment and high-tech stress. nature's resources whole foods minerals amino acids phytochemicals vitamins enzymes and antioxidants are intended for use in our immune systems. michael van straten a leading authority on complementary medicine has selected natural remedies based on herbs plants and spices which help us avoid antidepressants tranquilizers digestive remedies and viagra.

This practical guide helps us choose a natural remedy to enhance activity boost digestion and circulation stimulate the immune system alter moods and increase vitality.

All the chapters of this colorful book are conceived as separate entities; they are easy to read and contain useful information on the dosage and medical precaution for every supplement.

this practical guide begins with a selection of heart and circulation boosters. we are told that an increasing number of women are nowadays suffering from coronary heart diseases caused by a narrowing of the coronary arteries that feed the heart. however one should not forget that heart and circulation boosters can play a useful role in improving cardiovascular health but this should be followed by an appropriate diet and a healthy lifestyle.

Garlic is well-known for lowering cholesterol and reducing blood pressure. its sulphur-rich compounds responsible for its characteristic smell contain most of its therapeutic benefits. therefore one should be aware that garlic supplements which have been deodorized or which contain garlic oil are not as effective as the whole bulb or the standardized whole extract. swallowing one fresh clove with a glass of water on a daily basis is the best way to benefit from the garlic's therapeutic value

Ginkgo biloba is one of the longest-surviving plants on our planet because it can live up to 1000 years. its leaves are dried crushed and then made into tablets. gingko biloba opens up the tiniest blood vessels; therefore it has the amazing ability to improve circulation to the brain. it is also effective in enhancing short-term memory and improving concentration.

Horse chestnut leaves and seeds are known since roman times for their use in the treatment of circulatory disorders. it is important to use only the standardized extracts and not to exceed recommended doses

Lycopene a powerful antioxidant can help prevent heart disease. its richest source is the tomato. furthermore eating fresh tomatoes and tomato products such as puree paste and even ketchup provides the best protection against cancers of the prostate lung stomach pancreas breast ovarian and cervical cancers.

The chapter on 'protective boosters" is particularly interesting because it highlights the fact that our factory-farming industry through the sale of poultry eggs meat milk cheese butter cream and yogurt are likely to carry traces of antibiotics

'this continuous drip-feed and the overprescription of antibiotics in recent years encourage the development of resistant strains of bacteria. the result neither the body's own defenses nor existing antibiotic medicines are effective against these invaders. fortunately nature is full of potent plants that can reinvigorate your natural defense system" says van straten

Cat's claw a vine which grows in the amazonian rain forest contains important chemicals known as oxyndole alkaloids. only a small amount of these alkaloids are needed to stimulate the immune system and protect the body's natural defense mechanisms.

Cranberries contain a component that prevents bacteria from attaching to the sensitive tissues of bladder and the kidneys. a research conducted by dr. anthony sobota professor of microbiology found that drinking a glass of cranberry juice every day is ten times as effective at killing urinary bacteria as conventional antibiotics

Turmeric widely used in asian cooking is also sought after for its powerful antioxidant and protective properties. lemon balm a fragrant herb traditionally known to improve the memory relieve headaches and overcome depression is largely used today for its antiviral treatment. lemon balm is mostly taken in the form of a tea. as for echinacea this ancient herbal remedy has been used by native people in north america on cuts and burns to prevent fungal infections. echinacea stimulates the production of white blood cells for protection against bacteria

This practical guide also includes a section on mood boosters. we often tend to believe that we live in stressful times and many of us attempt to forget this harsh reality through mind-affecting substances. yet the author reminds us that stress is not something new. our ancestors were also looking for mood boosters

'some of the earliest experiments with plants originated in the quest for mood enhancement mainly because our ancestors endured different but equally mood-disrupting circumstances on a daily basis. they faced starvation wild animals and aggressive neighbors with little or no help to cope with injury pain disease and death.. when times were bad they found comfort in plants that helped them feel good."

Kava kava a native polynesian vine of the pepper family available in capsules is known as a safe treatment for stress and anxiety. unlike many tranquilizers this herb does not trigger drowsiness. it also relieves the pain that often accompanies emotional stress

Passionflower also safe for children is useful for the treatment of insomnia irritability and anxiety. it can also be helpful for stomach cramps palpitations and high blood pressure

Activity boosters include chili known for stimulating the blood circulation thanks to its natural chemical 'capsaicin'. chili also eases digestion and is an effective antibacterial. devil's claw an amazing plant found in the kalahari sands of namibia is a powerful anti-inflammatory. several studies conclude that taking devil's claw tablets can reduce significantly the pain in the shoulder the neck and the back and achieve impressive results in the effective relief of gout arthritis and rheumatism

Michael van straten includes a section on aphrodisiac boosters and safe substitutes to viagra. easily available at a health-store or pharmacy these natural remedies have no side effects. apart from zinc and oyster extracts unless you prefer fresh oysters the three other boosters come from brazil. catuaba is available in the form of capsules and dried bark. beware that catuaba tea has a very bitter taste. muira puama has been nicknamed in brazil as 'potency wood" and has been the subject of a number of clinical trials highlighting its positive results

And finally the pfaffia known as the brazilian ginseng contains three amazing plant hormones which make it an ideal aphrodisiac. this remarkable herb is also used in the treatment of mononucleosis and athletes believe that it helps build muscle strength with none of the side effects provided by the illegal anabolic steroids

It is important to know that some of the remedies mentioned in the book such as guarana feverfew valerian ginseng artichoke ginger and peppermint can bring quick relief but most of the other supplements require from one to four weeks before their benefits are felt.

Super boosters is a practical guide easy to read. it explains in a clear language all we need to know about natural supplements. where they come from what they are used for how they are used and how effective they are at the end of the book a comprehensive chart provides quick reference to forty common diseases advising which booster to use and how it will work

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