FDA Alert for Excedrin, Bufferin, Gas-X, NoDoz

The FDA, over the years have found problems in the drugs made by the Novartis Consumer Health manufacturing plant in Lincoln, Nebraska and as of Sunday, Novartis has temporarily suspended production at their factory and have recalled:

• Excedrin and NoDoz products with expiration dates of Dec. 20, 2014, or earlier
• Bufferin and Gas-X Prevention products with expiration dates of Dec. 20, 2013, or earlier

Novartis wants consumers to discard the pills or to return the products by mail for a full refund, plus Novartis will also apply $2 for shipping costs.  Novartis's site www.nodoz.com/otc/ is available for more information as well as calling the company direct at 888-477-2403, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST.

Because of packaging and labeling problems at the plant in Nebraska, Edward Cox of the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research said early Monday, "it's possible that tablets from one product may have been retained in the packaging machinery, and then may have carried over into the packaging of another medicine, this could result in an incorrect pill of one medicine ending up in the bottle of another product."

The FDA also cited problems with Novartis which included, failures to respond to consumer complaints about bottles containing incorrect tablets, file reports with the FDA and send postage-paid materials to consumers so that further evidence could be examined.  (click here for the full FDA report)

Source:

USA Today, Forbes

HealthIsInReach suggests for pain and gas relief consider alternative means, such as:

For pain relief:

• Curcumin
• FIR Pad
• FIR Dome
• Lumen Photon 
• Advanced ERE

For gas relief:

• Probiotic supplements 
• Yogurt 
• Kefir 
• Amasai from Beyond Organic
• SueroViv from Beyond Organic
• Food enzymes

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Strengthen Immune System Naturally

The immune system does an excellent job of protecting the body from various harmful microorganisms.  However there are times when the immune system may become weak and unable to perform its function properly.

The most important thing to remember is that the immune system requires balance and harmony to function properly.  This can be achieved through proper diet (high in whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables, and fiber), an intake of nutritional supplements and adaquate amounts of sleep.

A healthy immune system is the #1 key sytem to preventing sickness, viruses, bacteria, parasites, fungus & chemicals from damaging the body.

Listed below are 10 natural immune supplements that can be very effective in strengthening and enhancing your immune system function.

1.  Vitamin E - Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant that triggers the production of cells that are able to find and destroy germs.  100 to 400 mg is the recommended daily requirement of vitamin E.

2.  Vitamin C - Vitamin C stimulates an increased production of white blood cells and antibodies.  It is also known to help in reducing the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and certain cancers.  200 mg of Vitamin C is recommended daily.

3.  Glutathione - This is an antioxidant that is known to make the immune cells such as the T cells and B cells live longer.  Therefore it can improve the production of antibodies.  About 500 mg of glutathione per day is recommended.

4.  CoQ10 - A powerful antioxidant, CoQ10, improves the ability of your immune system to destroy viruses.  200 mg of CoQ10 per day is recommended.

5.  Quercetin - This is a bioflavonoid that enhances the health and functioning of the cells.  Studies have shown that it helps in blocking the production of substances that cause inflammation.  500 mg is suggested for daily use.

6.  Garlic - Garlic has many beneficial health effects due to its release of the enzyme allinase.  It may be consumed in raw form or may be added to food while cooking.  A clove of garlic a day is recommended.  In the form of extract, it may be taken in the quantity of 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon/day.

7.  Curcumin - This is an age-old natural health remedy.  Potential treatment for cancer, cardiovascular diseases, alzheimer, diabetes, allergies, arthritis, asthma, acne and other inflammatory conditions.  www.curcuminresearch.org

8.  Beta Glucan - The carbohydrate component of the beta glucan fiber helps to stimulate the functioning of the NK cells.  These cells constitute the body's first line of defense against infection causing microorganisms.  www.bakersyeastbetaglucan.com

9.  Melatonin - The hormone, melatonin, is a natural immune supplement that helps regulate the manner in which the immune system communicates with the immune cells.  5-10 mg of melatonin may be taken at bedtime.

10.  Go Green - Go Green is a powdered supplement which consists of a well balanced blend of 77 ingredients such as, organic vegetables, leafy greens, grasses, sprouts, mushrooms, plant-based enzymes, antioxidants, friendly probiotics, herbs, and sea trace minerals.  Using low temperature processing maintains the nutrient value, plus live enzyme and probiotic action.  Recommended daily amount: 1 scoop/day in 8 to 12 oz. of water or your favorite beverage.  www.healthisinreach.com/GoGreenNutritionalSupplementandpHBalancer.htm

source:  home remedies for you

Go Green Muscle Testing Demonstration

Go Green Nutritional Supplement and pH Balancer is made from primarily organic and wild-harvested ingredients which include organic grasses, ten organic vegetables (carrot root, kale leaf, fennel root, spinach leaf, collard greens, parsley leaf, Swiss chard leaf, beet root, broccoli trops, and cabbage leaf), enzymes, probiotics, sea trace minerals, mushrooms and sprouts...a total of 77 high quality ingredients.

Go Green is manufactured by a certified organic Handler and Processor (USDA) and Kosher Certified laboratory in the U.S. who have been producting high quality products for over 20 years.  After the ingredients are juiced they are dried into a powder, during the drying process the temperatures never get above 100 degrees.

Go Green was muscle tested on 3 individuals, 2 males and 1 female, go to "Go Green Muscle Testing Demo" to view the demonstration.

After viewing the demonstration, if you would like additional information on Go Green, simply visit our site at www.healthisinreach.com/GoGreenNutritionalSupplementandpHBalancer.htm

A Healthy Digestive System

One of the most common age related causes of impaired digestive function is the reduction of Hydrochloric Acid (HCL) produced by the stomach. Correct acidity level (pH from 1 to 3) in your stomach will:
1. Sanitize food before it enters the colon
2. Initiate enzyme production
3. Prepare protein for digestion
4. Help make Vitamin B12 available
5. Help your digestive system to stop constipation, gas, bloating, heartburn and other digestive discomforts.

The solution to this is to take nutrients that address your entire digestive system and tackle the source of the imbalance.

Did you know that 60-80% of the body's energy is used on digestion. The remaining systems in your body (immune, respiratory, reproductive, cardiovascular, nervous, and muscular) share only 20-40% of your total energy. So what do you think happens when one or more of these systems are challenged? Your body "steals" energy from the digestive system.

Indigestion, heartburn, acid reflux, gas, food cravings, bloating and other digestive problems can indicate that there may be a problem in another system.

Also, when the body "steals" energy from the digestive system, it can't balance the stomach acid or produce enough enzymes for a smooth operation.

Supporting the digestive system has two main purposes:

1. To improve digestion
2. To free up energy to be used elsewhere in the body

By supporting your digestive system, you are in fact allowing your body to spend sufficient energy on all the other systems in your body.


1. The esophagus is a long muscular tube, which moves food from the mouth to the stomach.
2. The abdomen contains all of the digestive organs.
3. The stomach, situated at the top of the abdomen, normally holds just over 3 pints of food from a single meal. Here the food is mixed with an acid that is produced to assist in digestion. In the stomach, acid and other digestive juices are added to the ingested food to facilitate breakdown of complex proteins, fats and carbohydrates into small, more absorbable units.
4. A valve at the entrance of the stomach from the esophagus allows the food to enter while keeping the acid-laden food from "refluxing" back into the esophagus, causing damage and pain.
5. The pylorus is a small round muscle located at the outlet of the stomach and the entrance to the duodenum ( the first section of the small intestine). It closes the stomach outlet while food is being digested into a smaller, more easily absorbed form. When food is properly digested, the pylorus opens and allows the contents of the stomach into the duodenum.
6. The small intestine is about 15 to 20 feet long and is where the majority of the absorption of the nutrients from food takes place. The small intestine is made up of three sections: the duodenum, the jejunum and the ileum.
7. The duodenum is the first section of the small intestine and is where the food is mixed with bile produced by the liver and with other juices from the pancreas. This is where much of the iron and calcium is absorbed.
8. the jejunum is the middle part of the small intestine extending from the duodenum to the ileum; it is responsible for digestion.
9. The last segment of the intestine, the ileum, is where the absorption of fat-solutble vitamins A, D, E, and K and other nutrients are absorbed.
10. Another valve separates the small and large intestins to keep bacteria-laden colon contents from coming back into the small intestines.
11. In the large intestines, excess fluids are absorbed and firm stool is formed. The colon may absorb protein, when necessary. source

Smart Choices for Digestive System Health

1. Drink water
2. Exercise (if unable to get outside and walk, consider the Original Chi Machine for indoor use)
3. Exercise good oral hygiene
4. Supplement with probiotics, prebiotics, enzymes & dietary fiber (check out: http://www.procapslabs.com/ and/or http://www.drclarkstore.com/ )
5. Avoid toxins (view the video for toxins in your shampoo, conditioner, bath soap, dish soap, toothpaste, etc.)
6. Avoid High Fructose Corn Syrup
7. Control Inflammation - consider taking an immune supplement, http://www.bakersyeastbetaglucan.com/

Fresh Pineapple Benefits

Bromelain is the key to a fresh pineapple's benefits.

Bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme, proteolytic means "breaks down protein", helps the body digest proteins more efficiently. For increased effectiveness, pineapples should be eaten between meals without other food.

Bromelain has been found to be a useful anti-inflammatory, effective in reducing swelling and assisting in the treatment of conditions such as; acute sinusitis, sore throat, arthritis, and gout.

Bromelain has also been found to help suppress coughs and loosen mucus. If you have a cold, with a productive cough, add pineapple to your diet.

Pineapples stop ripening the minute they are picked. The more scales on the pineapple, the sweeter and juicier the taste. When picking out the perfect pineapple, they should feel heavy for their size. They should look, feel and smell clean and have no moldy marks on the outer surface.

Pineapples can be stored at room temperature, when cut, your pineapple should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Pineapples are also loaded with other vitamins and minerals, such as, calcium, potassium, vit. C, vit. A, and manganese. Manganese, a trace mineral, is needed for the development of strong bones and connective tissue. Just one cup of pineapple provides 73% of the daily recommended amount of manganese.

source:

Natural News

Knowledgebase-script

The Truth About Coffee

Did you know that the U.S. imports over $4 billion in coffee each year and Americans drink 400 million cups per day.

Coffee places an enormous metabolic burden on the body and offers no nutritional value; no vitamins, no minerals, no enzymes.

Coffee can:

• increase your risk for stomach cancer and leukemia
• interfere with your body's ability to use water, and promote fluid loss
• raise your cholesterol
• send your insulin levels out of control
• contribute to rheumatoid arthritis and stroke
• damage your blood vessels
• increase your risk of heart disease
• interfere with your body's ability to use folate and vit. B12 and B6
• stimulate your adrenals, which may eventually lead to adrenal gland burn out
• raise the acidity level of your blood
• lead to insomnia
• raise your blood pressure and stress hormone levels
• deplete iron and calcium levels in women
• cause anxiety and a sensation of jitteriness and nervousness

Studies indicate over 300mg of caffeine/day, which is the equivalent of two or three eight ounce cups of coffee, may also increase your risk of:

• Miscarriage/spontaneous abortion
• Delivering a low birth weight baby
• Having a child with certain birth defects like clef palate

Four or more cups of coffee a day may increase your baby's risk of SIDS.

It's important to realize that any caffeine you ingest passes easily through the placenta to your unborn child. It is also transferred through breast milk, and stays in your body and the body of your unborn child or infant longer than average. Your unborn baby has no ability to detoxify the caffeine he or she is exposed to.

A better alternative is simply, pure water. Green tea is another option. source

Another article of interest: "Sodas-How Good Are They?" exposes caffeine