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Brits Have Biggest BMI In Europe As Revealed By LighterLife

LighterLife has revealed that British women are the most overweight in Europe and British men tip the scales as the third fattest, according to the average European body mass index (BMI).

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In the lead up to BMI 4 Life, a campaign highlighting the life-and-death importance of BMI, an alarming survey published in the newsletter of the French National Institute of Demographic studies has shown that British women on average have a BMI of 26.2, which is considered overweight.

French women have a BMI of 23.2, the lowest in the EU, but tend to worry more about being fat than those in any other EU country. Typically, British woman are overweight but convinced they are slim, highlighting the fact that many people don’t know what BMI means and have no idea how it is measured.

Unsurprisingly, the survey suggests that men across the EU are less concerned about their weight than women, although out of the 15 member countries only French and Dutch men fall within the ideal weight range, with the rest being overweight.

The BMI 4 Life campaign, which is being championed by weight-management experts LighterLife, aims to highlight the very real dangers associated with excessive weight gain and the importance of reaching and maintaining a healthy BMI.

LighterLife is once again teaming up with The Stroke Association and is encouraging members of the public to get involved and show they care by visiting and posting a message on the LighterLife website, taking a quiz and passing it onto their friends to help LighterLife increase awareness and raise money for The Stroke Association.

Sara Jamison, CEO at LighterLife said: “We are excited about supporting The Stroke Association and are encouraging everyone to post their messages of support, take the quiz, learn more about the risks associated with stroke and pass the message onto their friends to raise thousands of pounds for this very worthwhile charity.”

Sara added: “More people than you realise are at risk of having a stroke and being overweight can increase this risk. Carrying extra weight around the waist is particularly dangerous as it increases the risk of stroke, heart disease and some cancers threefold.”

Andrea Lane, Media Manager for The Stroke Association, said: “Many people don’t realise that a stroke is a brain attack that happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off and brain cells die. As the brain controls everything we do, think and feel the damage can be devastating. Being obese can increase your risk of stroke by over 30 per cent so it is vital we all maintain a healthy body weight and a good diet.”

About LighterLife:
LighterLife is a weight loss and weight-management programme for people who are one stone or more overweight and with a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or above. LighterLife has successfully helped over 100,000 people lose weight fast since 1996.

LighterLife offers programmes specific to the obese and the overweight, showing them how to lose weight with the use of weight loss aids including an online BMI calculator, nutritionally complete soups, shakes and bars combined with specialised counselling using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and transactional analysis (TA) techniques.

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Allalternativemedicine.Com – One Of The Popular On-Line Stores For Natural Herbal Remedy

Alternative Medicine. Natural Remedies is online about a year. Since then the website becomes more and more popular. Natural herbal remedies are gaining more popularity in the United States today. More then 80 million of Americans acknowledge alternative medicine remedies for a variety health conditions versus traditional medicine.

All products presented on the website are made in precise therapeutic dosage from natural herbal ingredients. Comprehensive information on diagnosis, symptoms, and natural remedies are also presented on the website.

The natural herbal remedies for diabetes, insomnia, body cleansing and detoxification, weight loss, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, natural body and hair products, pain relief, immune system strengthening, cold/flu, and many others can be purchased on Allalternativemedicine.com. All products are made in Israel and kosher, carefully picked and based on positive impact and customers reviews.

The number of visitors in Allalternativemedicine.com has been growing steadily since its start in 2008. Allalternativemedicine.com uses effective, convenient and simple way to present useful information and products to visitors.

Visitors can easily find the products or the information they are looking for. It is just one click away form the main page. Visitors can feel confident using the All Alternative Medicine products and natural remedies.

You can visit the shopping site at the following web address: http://www.allalternativemedicine.com.

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An International Panel Of Physicians Reports About A Special Way Of Healing On The Spiritual Path

An extraordinary series of lectures will be held in Fairfax, VA (near Washington, DC) and Los Angeles, CA in May, 2009. Seven Medical specialists from four countries will report about a free special way of healing for everyone. Medical doctors, veterinarians and psychologists from Europe, America, Asia, Australia and Africa have formed the Medical Scientific Group of Specialists (MWF). The task of this group, which belongs to the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends, is to record and verify healings the spiritual way. A compilation of more than 200 concise healing reports can be found on our web site: www.bruno-groening.org/english/ under the link Healings.

The international panel of physicians includes:

G. Blaettner, M.D., Germany,Board Cert. ENT
M. Galante, M.D., USA
L. Colizoli, M.D., USA, Board Cert. Psych.
K. Winchester, M.D.,USA Board Cert., Opthal.
Prof. G. Beketova, M.D., Ph.D., Ukraine, Board Cert. Pediatrics, Prof.Univ. of Kiev
R. Friewald, M.D., D.V.M., Germany
F. Gringinger, M.D., D.O., Austria, Board Cert. Family Prac.
R. Leo, USA

They will speak about their experiences on the following dates.

Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 3 – 7 pm 
(incl. 30 min. break):

George Mason University, 
Fairfax Campus
Lecture Hall, Room 1
4400 University Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030
Contact: Mrs. Heidi Gewehr at 571-313-0267 or h.gewehr@web.de
*Sunday, May 3, 2009 ~ 3 -7 pm 
(incl. 30 min. break)*:

Anderson School of Management, UCLA 
(park in structure 4)
Korn Convocation Hall – C Building 
110 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Contact: Chris Runge at 323.394.4691 or chrismwf.info@yahoo.com

During these lectures, physicians will talk about persons who have experienced healing and freedom from long lasting, severe and chronic diseases in a miraculous way. Medical documents will be presented; the experts will explain the intricacies of a superior healing power that has been widely forgotten in modern medicine. The teachings of Bruno Groening (1906-1959), who became world famous due to extraordinary healings in the fifties, are taken as a basis for the lectures. Bruno Groening said time and again: “There is no incurable – God is the greatest physician”. He spoke about a higher power that he called the healing stream, life power or divine energy. This power is abundantly available for everyone. The knowledge about how to make use of this power is passed on free of charge in the worldwide non-profit, volunteer based organization of the Bruno Groening Circle of Friends.

The work of the MWF is supported by some well-known people in the United States, e.g. Dr. Christiane Northrup and Dr. Carl Simonton. Link to information online: http://www.bruno-groening.org/english/lectures2009.htm.

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Pambras – A Revolutionary ‘Must Have’ Product For Any Woman

Invented by a woman, for women. Pambra’s was created with you in mind. Alot of love and care was put into the creation of Pambra’s bra liners. Pambra’s are a one of a kind soft cotton bra liner used to absorb perspiration under and between the breasts with dual duty of adding comfort to irritating under wires and scratchy elastic. Wearing Pambra’s reduces moisture that causes rashes, body odors.

Pambra’s, the original bra liners has paved the way for a more comfortable way of life for thousands of women across the globe.

As one fan raved, “It’s the little things in life that make all the difference. Every now and again you run into a product that just makes sense. One you didn’t even know existed until you found it.

One that answered a problem us ladies with ample bust lines often contend with on a daily basis. One that works and serves a purpose and one that just plain makes life easier and that product is none other than Pambra’s, the original bra liner.”

Pambra’s quality materials and workmanship is unsurpassed by any of the imposter liners. But, don’t be fooled by immitations,If it doesn’t say Pambra’s then it is not the original. Pambra’s carry multiple physician recommendations and are sought after by the medical field and breast cancer patients. Pambra’s is creating new jobs by being made in the USA.

Accommodating all types of bras, there are no pins or tapes to fuss with and tests have shown that with a properly fitted bra, Pambra’s liners stay in place. Many women wear them alone under the pendulum breast to eliminate skin on skin contact.

Pambra’s has recently expanded their bra liners to include more colors and two new post mastectomy styles, a unilateral and bi lateral liner. Pambra’s has also designed washable nursing pads!

Pambra’s liners are made of a soft cotton blend fabric and come with 100% cotton inside, a unique blend of fabric and cotton that absorbs perspiration and keeps moisture away from the skin.

About Pambra’s:
Pambra’s are sold in catalogs and stores nationwide and overseas in catalogs in Germany and Paris, France. For More information on purchasing or wholesale opportunities, visit: www.pambras.com

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Stan Popovich Discusses How Fear And Anxiety Can Devastate A Person’s Life

What can a person do when their fears and anxiety have the best of them? It can be tough to deal with fear, anxiety and depression on an every day basis. Many people who deal with these issues feel helpless and do not know how to manage their fears.

Stanley Popovich, author of ‘A Layman’s Guide To Managing Fear’ understands that fear and anxiety is very common in today’s world. Fear and anxiety can have a devastating impact on a person’s life. Persistent fear and anxiety ruins lives and can devastate families. Fear and anxiety can also lead to additional health problems that can have long-term effects on one’s life.

The National Institute of Mental Health reports that approximately 1 in every 5 adults suffer with the anguish of a fear-related disorder. Here are some quick facts:

· 18.8 million American adults will suffer from depression this year 
· 2.3 million American adults will struggle with Bipolar disorder this year 
· 9.1 million American adults have an anxiety disorder 
· 2.4 million American adults will experience a panic disorder this year 
· 3.3 million American adults will be treated for OCD this year 
· 5.2 million American adults will experience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder this year

Fear exacts untold costs upon American society. Even more sobering is that many people do not know where to turn for help. Mr. Popovich knows what it is like to deal with fear and anxiety. Mr. Popovich wrote a book that focuses on those strategies that will manage fear, anxiety, and depression. A person who reads Mr. Popovich’ can get many ideas on how to deal with fear, anxiety, OCD, depression and other mental health issues

The book is easy to read and provides instant help. Half the book focuses on cognitive and behavior therapy and the other half of the book is Christian based. The book is geared for both the religious and non-religious person who struggles with fear, anxiety, OCD, depression, panic disorder, suicide, and bipolar disorder. Stan’s book is not a substitute for the guidance of a professional.” Remember that when dealing with fear and anxiety, the key is to be smart in how you manage it.

Copies of ‘A Layman’s Guide To Managing Fear’ can be obtained at http://www.managingfear.com. Stanley Popovich is available for interviews and can be reached by email at spopovich@managingfear.com.

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No Shots! No Medication! Long Beach, California Allergy Sufferers Relieved With New Laser Technology

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AllergiCare™ Relief Centers of Long Beach www.AllergiCare.com/clinics/longbeach opened last week and patients have already seen tremendous success with the clinic’s new state-of-the-art laser technology.

The new technique, called “immune conditioning”, that is offered by the clinics is unique in that there are no scratch tests, allergy shots or medication involved. Instead, computer technology and laser therapy are used to eliminate negative reactions to what would ordinarily be a harmless substance.

“What makes our method of diagnosis and treatment different from other available treatments for allergy symptoms, such as allergy shots and medication,” says Long Beach clinic director Chris Turner, DC, “is that this technique enables us to better identify the specific allergen or sensitivity from our database of over 10,000 different substances. Through this identification, which is enabled by our unique computer system, we can relieve the patient’s sensitivities much more precisely, which in turn provides us with greater results”.

AllergiCare™ Relief Centers’ system assists the practitioner in the diagnosis and relief of allergy symptoms in a non-invasive, drug-free environment. This system has been shown effective with all types of allergies, including seasonal symptoms related to hay fever, pollen, grasses and trees; environmental substances such as pollutants, chemicals, dust and dust mites; food allergens such as fruit, dairy, and nuts; and pet allergens among others. AllergiCare™ Relief Centers addresses the problem at its source rather than just treating the symptoms.

“An allergy is simply an inappropriate response developed by your body as a result of some negative interaction with a certain substance” Dr. Turner explains. “This programmed response triggers a reaction within your body. These reactions may include sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, headaches and difficulty breathing. Other symptomatic diagnoses such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, asthma, autoimmune conditions, chronic fatigue syndrome, psoriasis, acid reflux, fibromyalgia, and autism have also been very closely linked to underlying allergic reactions to various substances. Once a sensitivity to a particular substance is identified, our system works to neutralize that negative response so that future exposure to that substance no longer triggers these irritating reactions.”

Many patients notice significant results after receiving just a single treatment. As each treatment addresses only one substance category, allergies to multiple substances may require multiple treatments. The cost per treatment is very affordable when compared to other methods.


AllergiCareâ„¢ Relief Centers of Long Beach www.AllergiCare.com/clinics/longbeach is located in Long Beach, California at 3530 Atlantic Ave., Suite 101. For more information, to make an appointment, or for a list of other AllergiCareâ„¢ Relief Centers locations, call 562-595-5949 or visit www.allergicare.com/clinics/longbeach

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Disclaimer
Due to the unpredictable nature of allergies, sensitivities and the immune system, AllergiCareâ„¢ Relief Centers cannot guarantee any results, as is the case with all forms of healthcare. AllergiCareâ„¢ Relief Centers also cannot guarantee that new allergies or sensitivities will not develop in the future. While AllergiCareâ„¢ Relief Centers can treat most forms of allergies and sensitivities, some case do not respond to the treatment. AllergiCareâ„¢ Relief Centers does not treat cases of anaphylaxis.

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The launch of the health site OmegaLifeLine.com boosts about all the health benefits of omega fatty acids and essential oils.

With consumer trepidation, it is great to see a site so dedicated to exploring the real health benefits of essential fatty acids. History tells us that during a weakening economy many people will suffer from poor eating habits as their buying patterns change.

Families will choose more budget conscious meals which may mean that they will save money in the short run, however if we take a step back and look at the long term picture it could equate to a more significant loss in the future.

As individuals health worsens (the culprit being a poor diet), society can expect to see a greater strain on an already taxed medical system. These individuals put themselves and their families at risk of more serious ailments. Diseases which could drastically reduce or end a families income.

Education is power and Omega Life Line is poised to educate men, women and teens about the necessity of consuming ‘healthy fats’. The modern diet is extremely unbalanced in the ratio of omega 3’s to omega 6’s. And that is a very dangerous and avoidable position for any person to be in.

Creator of the site Samantha Criddle explains, “everyday people are looking for miracle solutions to cure all their problems and sometimes it’s simpler than what they expected. The health benefits of omega oils are tough to ignore”.

What many people don’ t realize is that the body cannot manufacture the essential fatty acids that it requires to maintain proper body health and function. And that’s where people get into trouble. In understanding where to source healthy, nutrient rich omega oils, people can empower themselves and realize a healthier lifestyle.

For more information on omega oils we invite you to visit www.omegalifeline.com.

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LighterLife, the weight loss and weight management programme, has introduced a brand new forum to its website called ‘Talking LighterLife’, to encourage clients to share and discuss their experiences of the LighterLife programme

Talking LighterLife will offer LighterLife clients a facility to express their views and talk about their LighterLife experiences and talk to others about how LighterLife has changed their lives. LighterLife clients will have the opportunity to post comments and gain extra support from others on the programme between their weekly group meetings.

The LighterLife forum allows clients the opportunity to speak to others on the programme and indentify with them and share similar experiences, whether they are commenting on celebs in the news, new diet products or how they have got on at their weekly group meeting. For some clients it provides an instant response or support when they are having a weak moment and for others, it is useful for updating and monitoring their progress on a daily or weekly basis as they progress through the weight loss programme. Many people on diets find it especially useful to talk with others and this is the opportunity for which Talking LighterLife is designed.

As well as allowing clients to talk about LighterLife, the weight loss forum will also offer potential clients the chance to learn more about the programme from people who have actually succeeded on it. Visitors will be able to see real questions posted by, and answered by, LighterLife clients. By offering this service, visitors will be able to read honest unbiased information to give them the tools to decide whether they are ready to join the programme. Users can also find a Counsellor, sign up and start the LighterLife journey themselves. There is also an opportunity for existing or potential clients to askLighterLife a question directly if they don’t want to post their question publicly.

Sara Jamison, the Sales and Marketing Director at LighterLife, commented: “The introduction of Talking LighterLife is a fantastic addition to the LighterLife website. There are a number of LighterLife blogs online and we thought that the new forum would be the perfect place for both clients and potential clients to log on and either talk about their experiences or find out more about the programme in one central place.”

About LighterLife:
LighterLife is a weight loss and weight-management programme for people who are one stone or more overweight and with a BMI (body mass index) of 25 or above. LighterLife has helped over 100,000 people lose weight fast since 1996.

The unique LighterLife approach offers programmes specific to the obese and the overweight in the form of nutritionally complete soups, shakes and bars combined with specialised counselling using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and transactional analysis (TA) techniques. Clients benefit not only from safe, fast weight loss but they also learn the behavioural changes needed to sustain it.

Founded in 1996, the LighterLife Programme was developed by three of its directors – Jackie Cox, Bar Hewlett and Rebecca Hunter.

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There’s a new diet game in town and it’s not a diet

There’s a new diet game in town and it’s not a diet. It’s called Diet Tuffy, an online system to help a woman succeed on any diet she chooses. Developed by a psychologist, Dr. Kenneth Schwarz, Diet Tuffy is based on the psychological principles of problem finding, breakthrough thinking, specific planning, and goal achievement.

Dieting remains at the forefront of most women’s minds. At any given time, 45% of women in the U.S. are on a diet, but here’s the raw fact: 62% of women ages 20 to74 are still overweight. The problem is, most women can’t stick to a diet. Through a series of fun-filled and confidence-building steps, Diet Tuffy helps a woman succeed where she has failed before. She can now successfully square off against lack of willpower, emotional eating, negative thinking, temptations, stress, and all the other dieting foes.

Dr. Schwarz who, with his wife Julie North Schwarz, founded MariasLastDiet.com, announced the release of Diet Tuffy today. Dr. Schwarz says, “Women who get stopped by the same old problems when they diet are going to like the totally fresh approach that Diet Tuffy gives them.”

To learn more, go to www.diettuffy.com.

More info can also be found over here: http://www.mariaslastdiet.com

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Pruhealth Vitality Index reveals clear gap between Britons’ perceptions of what it means to be healthy and having a real understanding of the impact of lifestyle

The new PruHealth Vitality Index has revealed a clear gap between Britons’ perceptions of what it means to be healthy and having a real understanding of the impact of lifestyle, diet and fitness levels on current and future health. The Index – which will be repeated on a biannual basis to track the nation’s health trends – provides a comprehensive analysis of general health and wellbeing in Britain.

The report reveals that 69%* of people in Britain claim they are in a good state of health. However, when lifestyle and fitness choices are scrutinised the reality paints quite a different picture as a significant proportion of those who feel they are in a good state of health do not follow a healthy lifestyle:

– only 58% feel they actually follow a healthy lifestyle
– 47% describe their fitness levels as ‘good’
– 24% eat their recommended five a day of fruit and veg
– two thirds think they are overweight
– 21% of Britons smoke
– only a fifth of Britons don’t feel under any stress
– only 14% go for regular screenings or check ups with their GP

Dr David Grainger, Senior Fellow, Cambridge University, said: “This report makes clear that people listen to and understand the public health message. Lifestyles are improving and disease rates are falling. But there is plenty more to do.”

He continued, “If half of current smokers managed to stop smoking tomorrow, we estimate that nearly a million years of lost life would be saved from heart disease alone. Regular health checkups are particularly useful, and it is disappointing to see that only 14% of respondents had regular health checks, despite the emphasis of the public health message on prevention rather than cure.”

Dr Grainger believes, “The Vitality Index is a valuable new indicator of attitudes and behaviours that promote a healthy lifestyle. The Index balances the importance of a number of different areas to provide an interesting snapshot of lifestyles across the UK, and has the potential to predict future trends in public health. This focus on balance, rather than over-emphasis of the importance of one particular element of a healthy lifestyle, conveys exactly the right message at a time when we are in danger of being overwhelmed with guidance on staying fit and healthy.”

The majority (81%) of Britons say they know what they should be doing in order to follow a healthy lifestyle, but many simply aren’t putting this into action, with lack of motivation, cost and lack of time clear barriers to living a healthy lifestyle. More than half (53%) of respondents feel free access to exercise and swimming classes would help tackle national obesity, and 49% claim cheaper fruit and vegetables would have an effect.

*The research was carried out on behalf of PruHealth by Ipsos MORI. A nationally representative sample of 3,034 GB adults were questioned online in July 2008. Results are weighted to be representative of the GB adult population.

About PruHealth:
PruHealth was launched in October 2004 as a joint venture between Prudential and Discovery Holdings from South Africa. Since launch, PruHealth has grown quickly. It now covers approximately 190,000 lives and in a sample of its individual customers, one third said they had changed their behaviour for the better because of its Vitality reward scheme which encourages policyholders to look after their health.

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Drug addiction is a sickness that can be carried till death. If not properly cured, life is the payment, not only of the victim, but also of the people around him. Sending a patient to the right Drug Treatment Center can guarantee totally recovery

Drug trafficking is not just a problem in the US, but by every nation. In some areas these activities continue to worsen despite extensive efforts to solve to the problem. Appropriate measures are done by each government to possibly eliminate the root cause of the problem, but still these elements continue to find their ways in running their operations.

Drug addiction has been an epidemic to the society. Yearly, millions are helplessly victimized by senseless drug dealers on their intention of earning in ways not permitted by law even if that could mean wasting and ending someone’s life.

Despite the government’s efforts to stop these activities, still they continue to grow adding more and more drug dependents to their list. Drug Rehabilitation and drug treatment programs are crafted to aid dependents to fully recover from their dependency on drugs.

Drug dependents are not criminals. They are victims of the deadly games of ruthless drug dealers who do not value life. At the Cliffside Malibu Drug Treatment Center, patients are provided with the care and compassion they deserve. Patients are screened to prepare the center with the necessary treatment programs that will be most beneficial for them.

Drug Treatment at Cliffside is different from other centers all over America. The place is equipped with modern facilities to help patients recover from addiction. Staffs are welcome trained and seasoned with their job making it easy for patients to recover. The tranquility of the environment will help patients get closer to the true meaning of life giving no room for hesitation and doubt about things once patients recover from their conditions.

Youths are the most common victims of drug addiction. They form the greater number of people admitted to drug treatment programs. Because of their immaturity they become perfect prey for drug dealers. Drugs do nothing but devastate lives.

Addiction is not all about drugs. Other forms of addiction can include alcoholism that is a serious condition that can entirely ruin a person’s life by nature. To facilitate alcoholic patients, drug rehabilitation centers should be equipped with programs targeting the root cause of the problem which is the dependency of the victim to alcohol.

Cliffside Malibu offer treatment for various forms of addiction. Drug treatment programs include recovery from Cocaine addiction, Heroin addiction, Dual diagnosis, Methamphetamine addiction, Pharmaceuticals addiction, and Opiates detox. Treatment for addictions including Alcohol addiction, Gambling addiction, Eating Disorders, Porn addiction, Interventions, and Depression are also offered by the center.

What patients need is not sympathy. Instead, they need the right place for them to understand and be aware of their situations. Patients admitted to drug rehabilitation centers the soonest time have greater chances of full recovery with few treatment.

About the Company:
Cliffside Malibu Rehabilitation facility has been providing drug treatment programs to patients with various types of addictions. The facility is headed by Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Georgina Smith as the Project Director. They can be reached through their dedicated hotline at 1-800-501-1988 or through their website at cliffsidemalibu.com. Concerns can be addressed 24/7 and friendly staff are waiting to respond to your inquiries at the soonest possible time.

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Continued testing in rural Southern Africa shows promiseful results for those with HIV/AIDS

AIDS Research Assistance Institute, a non-profit organization, has been monitoring hundreds of people with AIDS/HIV when they add the immunity boosting food supplement, ‘concentrated Flax Hull Lignans’ (FHL) to their diets. The results are better than expected and may hold a key for future researchers as they try to find solutions to the AIDS pandemic worldwide.

Boasting a 92% success rate, A.R.A.I. has been involved with rural Southern African grass roots organization leaders who have been giving FHL to people suffering from the AIDS/HIV virus. Typically when an HIV infected person adds 1.5 tsp of the FHL to their daily diet, their viral loads drop significantly (around 35% of them drop to non-detectable within the first 6 weeks!) and their CD-4 counts (measurement of immunity) raise in great numbers. A malnourished child will also typically start growing in height and weight once introducing the FHL into their diets. Many children have grown between 6-11 cm in a three month period!

Researchers can only speculate as to the exact function of the FHL that is causing the success. Many studies have been done in the U.S. by doctors that show lignans boost immunity. The FDA has reported that flax seed lignans have anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungus properties.* Tests have shown that FHL’s ORAC values (measurement of anti-oxidants) are very high. Kale, the super anti-oxidant dark leafy green vegetable, has an ORAC value of 1770, while FHL’s equivalent ORAC value is 19,600. FHL has typically been researched for it’s effects against cancer but now hundreds of people with AIDS/HIV are feeling better, going back to work, and are causing researchers to take a serious look at the possibilities of using a simple, all natural food supplement to help fight AIDS/HIV.

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LighterLife launches its LighterLife Lite Programme to help those looking for a Lite Christmas

With the party season fast approaching, thoughts may be turning to fitting into that little black dress or dinner suit. As the office Christmas party beckons and people want to stand out in the crowd then the new LighterLife Programme may have the answer.

Launching on 24th November, the new LighterLife Lite Programme, is a safe, simple, sustainable weight-loss and weight-management programme for men and women, designed for people with one or more stone to lose (minimum body mass index of 25), and could be just what is needed.

By using the online BMI calculator as a guide and then following the LighterLife Lite Programme, which combines a low-calorie meal plus three nutritionally complete soups, shakes and bars each day, it is possible to lose up to 14lbs by Christmas Eve – the equivalent weight of a turkey for a family of 10.

The LighterLife Lite Programme also helps participants to explore the reasons why they overeat and then learn effective ways to deal with their problems, feelings and difficult situations, without turning to food, through weekly group meetings led by an accreditedLighterLife Weight-Management Counsellor.

The unique weight-loss programme and weight-management programme was previously only available to those with three stone or more to lose and with a BMI greater than 29, however due to popular demand, the new LighterLife Lite Programme is now being made available to anyone who is one stone or more overweight, with a BMI of 25 or above.

When a healthy weight has been achieved, Lighterlife offers a supportive free for life weight management programme to help keep the weight off for good.

 

About LighterLife

LighterLife is a quick weight loss and weight-management programme for people who are one stone or more overweight and with a body mass index of 25 or above, and who are looking for how to lose weight in a safe, simple, sustainable way. Over 100,000 people have successfully lost weight with LighterLife since 1996.

The unique LighterLife approach offers programmes specific to the obese and the overweight in the form of nutritionally complete soups, shakes and bars combined with specialised counselling using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and transactional analysis (TA) techniques. Clients benefit not only from rapid, safe weight loss but they also learn the behavioural changes needed to sustain it.

Founded in 1996, the LighterLife Programme was developed by three of its directors – Jackie Cox, Bar Hewlett and Rebecca Hunter.

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A Parent’s Practical Guide to Children’s Surgery

Nearly 5 million children underwent surgery in the United States in 2008 and according to one prominent anesthesiologist, many of those surgeries were made more difficult by parents who refused to follow their doctor’s orders. Dr. Armen Ketchedjian, author of the book Will It Hurt? A Parent’s Practical Guide to Children’s Surgery, says that parents often ignore doctors’ directions and requests for pre-surgery testing and preparation.

Considering the stakes, the reasons parents give for not complying with their doctor often seem, well, unreasonable: Scheduled tests may interfere with family vacation plans or because parents, in their own opinion, feel that the requested tests or diets aren’t important.

“I’ve seen parents who felt that the rules didn’t apply to them,” says Dr. Ketch, as he is known to his patients. “They assume that doctor’s will understand if certain tests are not done or if certain consultations are missed.”

Missed appointments and tests cause unnecessary delays in the preparation for surgery according to Dr. Ketch, who says that medical professionals order the tests for a reason.

“We in the medical profession are held to a higher standard and so we can’t take anything for granted,” says Dr. Ketch. “We need the fullest cooperation of parents to provide the best care possible.”

Will it Hurt? is a guide for parents whose children need surgery and a big part of the book’s message is the importance of the preparations that contribute to a successful surgery. Dr. Ketch says he believes that informed parents make the experience easy for everyone, including their child. And that can pay big dividends after the surgery.

According to Dr. Ketch, “Children who are less anxious need less anesthesia during surgery and less recovery time after the surgery. Parents can ensure their children are more relaxed by being informed and by not putting any undue stress on the process.”

Will It Hurt? helps educate parents about pediatric surgery. It is an easy to-read resource will give you, your child and your family the help and reassurance you need to make the surgical experience as stress-free as possible.

Listed in The Guide to America’s Top Anesthesiologists by the Consumer Research Council of America, Dr. Ketch trained at Cornell Medical Center, with a fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and a pain management elective at Boston Children’s Hospital. He has also worked to help develop new techniques in ambulatory anesthesia, taught medical students and residents, and cared for more than 10,000 patients.

Dr. Ketch is also the author of the children’s book Golden Apples (winner of the 2008 Reviewer’s Choice Award), a beautifully illustrated book that aims to help educate children about the dangers of drug abuse.

For more information, contact the author directly at support@dr.ketch.com.

WARREN ENTERPRISES, LLC and author Dr. Armen G. Ketchedjian chose Arbor Books, Inc. (www.ArborBooks.com) to design and promote Will It Hurt? Parent’s Practical Guide to Children’s Surgery. Arbor Books is an internationally renowned, full-service book design, ghostwriting and marketing firm. (Will It Hurt? Parent’s Practical Guide to Children’s Surgery by Dr. Ketch; ISBN: 0-9815373-0-8; $14.95; 172 pages; 5½” x 8 ½”; soft cover book with illustrations; WARREN ENTERPRISES, LLC)

 

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Natural Nutrition announces Pre-launch and Christmas 6 pack special offer for the fast acting, all natural, joint pain, muscle pain, back aches and arthritis relief cream, Blue Lightning All Painâ„¢ Gone

Joint pain, muscle pain, arthritis pain and back ache suffers now have a new, all natural, fast acting pain treatment solution with a refreshing orange scent. Sports and nutritional product manufacturer, Natural Nutrition Inc. (Stock Symbol: NNTN), has announced a special pre-launch Internet offer (http://www.allpaingone.com) where buyers can now save 70% of projected January 2009 prices.

An international marketing campaign featuring, Blue Lightning All Pain Goneâ„¢ Pain Remover Cream is set to launch in Early 2009.

Made from a specially selected combination of botanical and organic herbs, oils and plant extracts, Blue Lightning All Pain Goneâ„¢, is specially formulated to provide fast pain relief for joint pain, muscle pain, arthritis, back pain and sports injuries. The deep penetrating action has been proven to quickly relieve, treat and eliminate pain, inflammation, arthritis effects and joint stiffness. It also acts as an aid to reduce scar formation.

During this limited time and limited supply product pre-launch Internet offer, Natural Nutrition is offering Blue Lightning All Pain Goneâ„¢ pain remover treatment cream for a special discounted one jar value, a buy 2 get 1 free value and a Christmas 6 pack special value.

INutrition, Inc. (see iNutrition.com) and InterACTIVE Nutrition International Inc. (see interactivenutrition.com) are wholly owned subsidiaries of Natural Nutrition, Inc. (stock symbol: NTNI). InterACTIVE Nutrition is a manufacturer and international leader in sports and nutritional supplements backed by over 12 years of research, development and sales of sports nutrition products in over twenty countries throughout the world.

iNutrition product web sites include:

The perfect healthy snack – Fission Bars
Easy all natural weight loss – Metabolean Weight Loss
Get all your fruits and vegetables – Absolute Greens

The company has also just launched an affiliates sales program business opportunity http://www.inutritionopportunity.com featuring discounted direct factory purchases and commissions for sales produced.

 

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Alberta Boot Camp announced today that they have finalized their re-branding strategy to accommodate their massive expansion plans across Canada. The new company name is officially Fitness Boot Camps Canada.

Alberta Boot Camp announced today that they have finalized their re-branding strategy to accommodate their massive expansion plans across Canada. The new company name is officially Fitness Boot Camps Canada.

“This is the perfect time to expand our new brand, and grab hold of some extra market share” commented Allan H. Fine, Owner/Program Director of Fitness Boot Camps Canada. “Our mission statement says it all. We are here to help our clients achieve their full potential in their lives by giving them the tools they need, through fitness, nutrition and life coaching, right across Canada.”

Expansion across Canada will begin in the fall of 2008, with British Columbia and Saskatchewan as the company’s main targets. Coupled with the above announcement, Fitness Boot Camps Canada also launched their new website www.fitnessbootcampscanada.com. The new website encompasses new features such as a registration feature for each province, an informative blog, and Boot Camp TV.

About Fitness Boot Camps Canada:
Back in 2004 Allan H. Fine saw the need for a better fitness program on the market. One that was affordable, effective, fun and inspirational. What developed out of his passion was the creation of THE premiere boot camp program in Alberta, consistently featured in magazines, radio and television within Canada. For more information, please visit fitnessbootcampscanada.com

 

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