Most people don't eat often enough to help speed up their metabolism, don't eat the right kinds of foods and don't drink enough water. I'm listing a schedule I follow that works really well. If you are diabetic then only drink 1/2 of the shake at a time. If you are gluten free do not eat the SlimCakes and Isagenix Greens. All other foods listed are gluten free.
Choose 1 of the following snacks: IsaDelight; Isagenix Snack; 1 apple; 1 Slim Cakes; (not gluten free) 1 hard-boiled egg; Celery stalk; 4 cashews or walnuts; 6 almonds
8-16 oz cold water when you wake up. (Eat breakfast within an hour of arising)
7:00 a.m. - 1 IsaLean Shake and 1 Natural Accelerator
9:00 a.m. - 8-16 oz cold water and 1 snack
10:30a.m. - 8-16 oz cold water
12:30p.m. - 400-600 calorie meal (preferably lean protein/veggie combination
2:00 p.m. - 8-16 oz cold water, 1 Natural Accelerator, 1 snack
3:30 p.m. - 8-16 oz cold water, 1 snack
5:00 p.m. - 1 IsaLean Shake
6:00 p.m. - 8-16 oz cold water
8:00 p.m. - 8-16 oz cold water
Avoid coffee, soda, starches, fatty processed foods
Exercise 30 minutes daily
You can add Want More Energy, Isagenix Greens, (not gluten free) IsaFruits, and IsaCalcium to your water.
During the shake days you don't need a multi vitamin as the IsaLean Shakes contain all the vitamins, minerals and amino acids you need for your daily intake.
If you have any questions or concerns please send me an email at
brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com
June 19, 2011
June 18, 2011
Nutritional Cleansing - Isagenix Newsletter 6-18-2011
NUTRITIONAL CLEANSING
What is it? How can it help you? Is it for real?
Here's a list of the most frequently asked questions about Nutritional Cleansing. The answers may just surprise you.
What exactly is Nutritional Cleansing?
In essence, Nutritional Cleansing involves nourishing the body with nutrients that assist in clearing out unwanted substances from your body.
Nutritional Cleansing is not the same as colon cleansing, which is based on using fiber or laxatives to shed gunk and foreign substances from your colon. Instead, Nutritional Cleansing involves using nutrition to help your body perform at its best by ridding it of harmful substances naturally.
The Isagenix Nutritional Cleansing systems use natural ingredients to assist your liver and cells in ridding the body of harmful chemicals to help you feel healthier and more energized. Cleanse for Life® includes 27 vital nutrients, antioxidants, natural botanical extracts, teas, vitamins and minerals. As a side benefit, performing deep cleansing can even help you lose weight.
Isn't it just a fancy juice?
Unlike some one-hit wonder juices that use a single berry as their main ingredient (goji, açai, noni, pomegranate fruits, etc.), Cleanse for Life uses a combination of ingredients and nutrients to support the body’s natural cleansing process. When you read the ingredients, you will see that it contains a powerful combination of antioxidants, herbs, vitamins and minerals that work to help you feel refreshed and ready to tackle each new day.
Why does your body need cleansing?
Every day our bodies ingest all different kinds of chemicals, toxins and impurities. Not only that, but our bodies are also constantly giving off what are known as free radicals, or negatively charged molecules that attack your body's cells. These free radicals can happen as a result of environmental challenges such as pollution or even your normal metabolism and exercise. Nutritional Cleansing helps rid your body of these toxins, while at the same time flooding your system with antioxidants — free radicals' worst nightmare.
Besides helping you lose weight and rid your body of toxins, Cleanse for Life can help you experience increased energy, feel more alert and focused during the day and also help improve your mental and physical performance.
What's the difference between daily cleansing and deep cleansing?
Daily cleansing naturally helps protect your body from impurities you are exposed to every day -- pollutants, chemicals, free radicals and so on. This helps keep you performing at your best.
Over time, some impurities may not get detoxified and cleared out through your body's natural processes. These impurities bury themselves in your cells and tissues, normally staying there and slowing down your metabolism over time. Our nutrients get down deep into your system, ridding contaminants that have collected within your body over time. Deep cleansing also creates the accompanying benefit of stimulating weight loss.
How often should I use Nutritional Cleansing?
For everyday cleansing, drink Cleanse for Life two times daily. For deep cleansing, use four times daily as part of the Isagenix Cleansing and Fat Burning System.
I've heard of Nutritional Cleansing, but what makes Cleanse for Life different?
Cleanse for Life works with your body on a cellular level, rather than just flushing out your digestive system like some diuretic products. And, unlike other products on the market that may deplete the body of vital nutrients, Cleanse for Life actually nourishes the body as it cleanses. •New, State-of-the-Art Manufacturing and Extraction Techniques: Cleanse for Life powder has increased the potency of each rare, no-compromise ingredient. Our powdered formula is now 2- to 3-times its original potency level because of the improved manufacturing and extraction process that pulls all of the phytochemical properties from the botanicals at the cellular level.
•New Ingredients Added: Founder and Master Formulator John Anderson added two new ingredients to the powdered formula, Turmeric and Burdock Root, to enhance your cleansing results naturally.
What is it? How can it help you? Is it for real?
Here's a list of the most frequently asked questions about Nutritional Cleansing. The answers may just surprise you.
What exactly is Nutritional Cleansing?
In essence, Nutritional Cleansing involves nourishing the body with nutrients that assist in clearing out unwanted substances from your body.
Nutritional Cleansing is not the same as colon cleansing, which is based on using fiber or laxatives to shed gunk and foreign substances from your colon. Instead, Nutritional Cleansing involves using nutrition to help your body perform at its best by ridding it of harmful substances naturally.
The Isagenix Nutritional Cleansing systems use natural ingredients to assist your liver and cells in ridding the body of harmful chemicals to help you feel healthier and more energized. Cleanse for Life® includes 27 vital nutrients, antioxidants, natural botanical extracts, teas, vitamins and minerals. As a side benefit, performing deep cleansing can even help you lose weight.
Isn't it just a fancy juice?
Unlike some one-hit wonder juices that use a single berry as their main ingredient (goji, açai, noni, pomegranate fruits, etc.), Cleanse for Life uses a combination of ingredients and nutrients to support the body’s natural cleansing process. When you read the ingredients, you will see that it contains a powerful combination of antioxidants, herbs, vitamins and minerals that work to help you feel refreshed and ready to tackle each new day.
Why does your body need cleansing?
Every day our bodies ingest all different kinds of chemicals, toxins and impurities. Not only that, but our bodies are also constantly giving off what are known as free radicals, or negatively charged molecules that attack your body's cells. These free radicals can happen as a result of environmental challenges such as pollution or even your normal metabolism and exercise. Nutritional Cleansing helps rid your body of these toxins, while at the same time flooding your system with antioxidants — free radicals' worst nightmare.
Besides helping you lose weight and rid your body of toxins, Cleanse for Life can help you experience increased energy, feel more alert and focused during the day and also help improve your mental and physical performance.
What's the difference between daily cleansing and deep cleansing?
Daily cleansing naturally helps protect your body from impurities you are exposed to every day -- pollutants, chemicals, free radicals and so on. This helps keep you performing at your best.
Over time, some impurities may not get detoxified and cleared out through your body's natural processes. These impurities bury themselves in your cells and tissues, normally staying there and slowing down your metabolism over time. Our nutrients get down deep into your system, ridding contaminants that have collected within your body over time. Deep cleansing also creates the accompanying benefit of stimulating weight loss.
How often should I use Nutritional Cleansing?
For everyday cleansing, drink Cleanse for Life two times daily. For deep cleansing, use four times daily as part of the Isagenix Cleansing and Fat Burning System.
I've heard of Nutritional Cleansing, but what makes Cleanse for Life different?
Cleanse for Life works with your body on a cellular level, rather than just flushing out your digestive system like some diuretic products. And, unlike other products on the market that may deplete the body of vital nutrients, Cleanse for Life actually nourishes the body as it cleanses. •New, State-of-the-Art Manufacturing and Extraction Techniques: Cleanse for Life powder has increased the potency of each rare, no-compromise ingredient. Our powdered formula is now 2- to 3-times its original potency level because of the improved manufacturing and extraction process that pulls all of the phytochemical properties from the botanicals at the cellular level.
•New Ingredients Added: Founder and Master Formulator John Anderson added two new ingredients to the powdered formula, Turmeric and Burdock Root, to enhance your cleansing results naturally.
Adrenal Stress Test
Ask your doctor if you have the following symptoms. It could be Adrenal Gland Imbalance.
Severe fatigue, lightheadedness when standing, nausea, depression/irritability, craving salty foods, loss of appetite, muscle spasms, dark, tan-colored skin.
Answer the following questions using the number 0 to 5, 0 being not a concern and 5 being a loarge concern:
1. ____ Feel better after dinner
2. ____ Sleep or rest do not cure fatigue
3. ____ Overwhelmed feelings
4. ____ Cravings for sugar
5. ____ Cravings for salt
6. ____ Lack of energy for normal activities
7. ____ Lack of happiness with life
8. ____ Light-headed or fainting when standing up quickly
9. ____ Decreased interest in sex
10. ____ Allergies
11. ____ Digestive problems
12. ____ Depression
13. ____ PMS
14. ____ Worsening symptoms when meals are skipped
15. ____ Brain fog, confusion
16. ____ Poor memory
17. ____ Really wake up mid-morning
18. ____ Feelings of pressure and stress
19. ____ Afternoon lull
20. ____ Can stay up late at night
21. ____ Exhaustion
22. ____ Unable to complete normal activity
23. ____ Frequent illness
24. ____ Extensive time to recover from illness or injury
Total ____________
A score of 20 - 35 may imply mild adrenal stress
A score of 35 - 65 may imply moderate adrenal stress
A score of 65 and over may imply considerable adrenal fatigue stress
Adrenal Glands produces stress harmones that have a great impact on overall health and can directly affect blood pressure, mineral content and help regulate the conversion of carbohydrates into energy. Contact your doctor if you have any of the above symptoms. Addison's Disease, Schmidt's Syndrome, Cushing's Disease can be linked to Adrenal Gland Imbalance.
Severe fatigue, lightheadedness when standing, nausea, depression/irritability, craving salty foods, loss of appetite, muscle spasms, dark, tan-colored skin.
Answer the following questions using the number 0 to 5, 0 being not a concern and 5 being a loarge concern:
1. ____ Feel better after dinner
2. ____ Sleep or rest do not cure fatigue
3. ____ Overwhelmed feelings
4. ____ Cravings for sugar
5. ____ Cravings for salt
6. ____ Lack of energy for normal activities
7. ____ Lack of happiness with life
8. ____ Light-headed or fainting when standing up quickly
9. ____ Decreased interest in sex
10. ____ Allergies
11. ____ Digestive problems
12. ____ Depression
13. ____ PMS
14. ____ Worsening symptoms when meals are skipped
15. ____ Brain fog, confusion
16. ____ Poor memory
17. ____ Really wake up mid-morning
18. ____ Feelings of pressure and stress
19. ____ Afternoon lull
20. ____ Can stay up late at night
21. ____ Exhaustion
22. ____ Unable to complete normal activity
23. ____ Frequent illness
24. ____ Extensive time to recover from illness or injury
Total ____________
A score of 20 - 35 may imply mild adrenal stress
A score of 35 - 65 may imply moderate adrenal stress
A score of 65 and over may imply considerable adrenal fatigue stress
Adrenal Glands produces stress harmones that have a great impact on overall health and can directly affect blood pressure, mineral content and help regulate the conversion of carbohydrates into energy. Contact your doctor if you have any of the above symptoms. Addison's Disease, Schmidt's Syndrome, Cushing's Disease can be linked to Adrenal Gland Imbalance.
June 17, 2011
Harmone Balance Test
Are your symptoms due to a hormonal imbalance? Do you need a saliva hormone test? You do not need a prescription to get your saliva hormones measured. It is simple and can be done in the comfort of your own home. Talk to a doctor that understands hormones.
Read carefully through the list of symptoms in each group, and put a check mark next to each symptom that you have. You can select off the same symptom in each group. Count the check marks in each group. In any group where you have two or more symptoms checked off, you could have the hormone imbalance represented by that group. The more symptoms you check off, the higher the likelihood that you have the hormone imbalance represented by that group. Some people may have more than one type of hormonal imbalance. This information is not intended to replace a doctor visit and is not intended as medical advice, but as a guideline for determining the underlying cause of your symptoms. You are encouraged to make your health care decisions with a qualified health care professional.
Symptom – Group 1
___ PMS ___Early Miscarriage ___ Unexplained weight gain ___ Insomnia
___ Anxiety ___ Infertility ___ Painful and/or lumpy breasts ___ Cyclical headaches Total ______
Symptom – Group 2
___ Vaginal dryness ___ Night sweats ___ Painful intercourse ___Bladder infections
___ Hot flashes ___ Memory problems ___ Lethargy/Depression
Total ______
Symptom – Group 3
___ Mood swings ___ Rapid weight gain ___ Puffiness and bloating ___ Insomnia
___ Anxious depression ___ Weepiness ___ Breast tenderness ___ Red flush on face
___ Cervical dysplasia ___ Migraine headaches ___ Heavy bleeding ___ Foggy thinking
Total ______
Symptom – Group 4
___ Combination of the symptoms in Group #1 and Group #3
Symptom – Group 5
___ Acne ___ Ovarian cysts ___ Excessive hair/face or arms ___ Infertility
___ Mid cycle pain ___ Thinning hair on head ___ Hypoglycemia ___ Polycystic ovaries
Total ______
Symptom – Group 6
___ Fatigue ___ Unstable blood sugar ___ Thin and/or dry skin ___ Foggy thinking ___ Brown spots on face
___ Intolerance to exercise ___ Low blood pressure Total ______
Read carefully through the list of symptoms in each group, and put a check mark next to each symptom that you have. You can select off the same symptom in each group. Count the check marks in each group. In any group where you have two or more symptoms checked off, you could have the hormone imbalance represented by that group. The more symptoms you check off, the higher the likelihood that you have the hormone imbalance represented by that group. Some people may have more than one type of hormonal imbalance. This information is not intended to replace a doctor visit and is not intended as medical advice, but as a guideline for determining the underlying cause of your symptoms. You are encouraged to make your health care decisions with a qualified health care professional.
Symptom – Group 1
___ PMS ___Early Miscarriage ___ Unexplained weight gain ___ Insomnia
___ Anxiety ___ Infertility ___ Painful and/or lumpy breasts ___ Cyclical headaches Total ______
Symptom – Group 2
___ Vaginal dryness ___ Night sweats ___ Painful intercourse ___Bladder infections
___ Hot flashes ___ Memory problems ___ Lethargy/Depression
Total ______
Symptom – Group 3
___ Mood swings ___ Rapid weight gain ___ Puffiness and bloating ___ Insomnia
___ Anxious depression ___ Weepiness ___ Breast tenderness ___ Red flush on face
___ Cervical dysplasia ___ Migraine headaches ___ Heavy bleeding ___ Foggy thinking
Total ______
Symptom – Group 4
___ Combination of the symptoms in Group #1 and Group #3
Symptom – Group 5
___ Acne ___ Ovarian cysts ___ Excessive hair/face or arms ___ Infertility
___ Mid cycle pain ___ Thinning hair on head ___ Hypoglycemia ___ Polycystic ovaries
Total ______
Symptom – Group 6
___ Fatigue ___ Unstable blood sugar ___ Thin and/or dry skin ___ Foggy thinking ___ Brown spots on face
___ Intolerance to exercise ___ Low blood pressure Total ______
June 16, 2011
Vitamin D3
My daughter's doctor told her she needed to take extra Vitamin D3 which is hard to find as she is also gluten free. She also takes medication for Epileptic Seizures. After searching she found Isagenix Ageless Actives which also contains Coenzyme Q-10 and Resveratrol, Lenoleic acid, flax seed, red grape extract, pomegranate fruit extract, wolberry fruit extract, Ashwagandha root extract and Turmeric root extract. These ingredients increase the body's resistance to stress, anxiety and fatigue.
Isagenix Ageless Actives helps combat the effects of "cellular aging," which is the result of free radical damage on cell proteins, membranes and DNA. What we see are signs of aging, wrinkles, loss of lean body mass, bone strength, memory loss and reduced physical capacity-is "cellular aging."
In addition to the potent blend of nutrients found in each softget, Ageless AcActives contains red grape and pomegranate extracts to help protect cells from free radicals.
Vitamin D deficiency is the most overlooked condition in the world today. As we get older, our ability to synthesize Vitamin D from natural sources such as sunlight declines. Furthermore, being overweight, staying indoors and using sunblock can leave many of us with dangerously low levels of cifculating vitamin D3.
Ageless Actives contains 1,000IU per serving of vitamin D3-this is the active form needed to elevate blood levels. This effective dose supports bone health, immune health and cardiovascular health.
Isagenix Ageless Actives helps combat the effects of "cellular aging," which is the result of free radical damage on cell proteins, membranes and DNA. What we see are signs of aging, wrinkles, loss of lean body mass, bone strength, memory loss and reduced physical capacity-is "cellular aging."
In addition to the potent blend of nutrients found in each softget, Ageless AcActives contains red grape and pomegranate extracts to help protect cells from free radicals.
Vitamin D deficiency is the most overlooked condition in the world today. As we get older, our ability to synthesize Vitamin D from natural sources such as sunlight declines. Furthermore, being overweight, staying indoors and using sunblock can leave many of us with dangerously low levels of cifculating vitamin D3.
Ageless Actives contains 1,000IU per serving of vitamin D3-this is the active form needed to elevate blood levels. This effective dose supports bone health, immune health and cardiovascular health.
May 2, 2011
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder of the intestines and can have the following symptoms:
• Cramps
• Gas and bloating
• Constipation
• Diarrhea and loose stools
• Mucus in the stools
IBS may be caused by a combination of stress and high-fat diets. Fatty foods worsen symptoms by increasing the intensity of the contractions in the colon which increases the symptoms. Chocolate and milk products seem to have the most negative effect.
IBS does not involve any inflammation and is actually called a “functional disorder” because it doesn’t have any obvious outward signs of disease. IBS is not the same as colitis, mucous colitis, spastic colon and spastic bowel.
Most people with IBS find that symptoms improve as they learn to control their condition. Only a small number of people with irritable bowel syndrome have severe signs and symptoms.
Fortunately, unlike more-serious intestinal diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome doesn't cause inflammation or changes in bowel tissue or increase your risk of colorectal cancer. In many cases, you can control irritable bowel syndrome by managing your diet, lifestyle and stress.
Peppermint oil decreases pain and is beneficial in treating IBS. Isagenix Multi-Enzyme Complex contains three patented phyto-enzyme complexes proven to support better digestion while helping you build muscle faster and sustain energy longer. Protogenix increases amino acid absorption, increases amount of glycogen in muscles for long-lasting energy and breaks down hard-to-digest foods.
Unfortunately, as we age, our bodies produce less of the enzymes which help your body break down and absorb the nutrients in hard-to-digest foods such as plant fibers, sugars, proteins and fats. The Multi-Enzyme Complex is a vegetarian formula that contains Ionic Alfalfa which supports the body’s vital functions and encourages regularity.
Cramping and diarrhea
Certain foods are known to stimulate gut reactions in general. In those with IBS eating too much of these might bring about or worsen symptoms. For example symptoms of abdominal cramps and diarrhea might be brought on by...
• Meals that are too large or high in fat
• Fried foods
• Coffee
• Caffeine
• Alcohol
• Eating too much of some types of sugar that are poorly absorbed by the bowel can also cause cramping or diarrhea. Examples include…
• Sorbitol – commonly used as a sweetener in many dietetic foods, candies, and gums
• Fructose – also used as a sweetener and found naturally in honey as well as some fruits
Gas and bloating
Some foods are gas producing. Eating too much may cause increased gaseousness. This is especially true since IBS can be associated with retention of gas and bloating. Examples include…
• Beans
• Cabbage
• Legumes (like peas, peanuts, soybeans)
• Cauliflower
• Broccoli
• Lentils
• Brussels sprouts
• Raisins
• Onions
• Bagels
Fiber
If fiber seems to be a problem, it is usually insoluble fiber (mainly found in cereals or whole grains) that is the offender. Soluble fiber, mainly found in fruits and vegetables, is less likely to be a problem. When adding fiber to the diet, it is best to do so slowly over a period of weeks. This helps avoid discomfort. If gas or distention occur, try reducing the amount of fiber and reducing consumption of gas-producing foods. For more on dietary fiber Go ».
What to do about diet
The influence of diet is unique to each person. There is no generalized dietary advice that will work for everyone. A physician can take a brief dietary history and help identify dietary and/or other factors that may impact symptoms. Keeping a diary for 2–3 weeks of dietary intake, symptoms, and any associated factors (like daily obligations, stressors, poor sleep, medications) can help with this. For those with IBS who benefit from simple dietary modifications, it makes sense to adjust the diet and reduce intake of the offending food. It does not make sense to adopt unnecessarily limited diets. This can lead to reduced quality of life or even malnutrition.
Doctors and patients need to talk about diet. Guidance needs to be provided by a knowledgeable health care professional (like a physician or registered dietician). They can assess individual circumstances affecting IBS, while helping make sure that nutritional needs are being met through a balanced diet, and healthy eating habits.
More information can be found at the following web site: http://www.aboutibs.org/
• Cramps
• Gas and bloating
• Constipation
• Diarrhea and loose stools
• Mucus in the stools
IBS may be caused by a combination of stress and high-fat diets. Fatty foods worsen symptoms by increasing the intensity of the contractions in the colon which increases the symptoms. Chocolate and milk products seem to have the most negative effect.
IBS does not involve any inflammation and is actually called a “functional disorder” because it doesn’t have any obvious outward signs of disease. IBS is not the same as colitis, mucous colitis, spastic colon and spastic bowel.
Most people with IBS find that symptoms improve as they learn to control their condition. Only a small number of people with irritable bowel syndrome have severe signs and symptoms.
Fortunately, unlike more-serious intestinal diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome doesn't cause inflammation or changes in bowel tissue or increase your risk of colorectal cancer. In many cases, you can control irritable bowel syndrome by managing your diet, lifestyle and stress.
Peppermint oil decreases pain and is beneficial in treating IBS. Isagenix Multi-Enzyme Complex contains three patented phyto-enzyme complexes proven to support better digestion while helping you build muscle faster and sustain energy longer. Protogenix increases amino acid absorption, increases amount of glycogen in muscles for long-lasting energy and breaks down hard-to-digest foods.
Unfortunately, as we age, our bodies produce less of the enzymes which help your body break down and absorb the nutrients in hard-to-digest foods such as plant fibers, sugars, proteins and fats. The Multi-Enzyme Complex is a vegetarian formula that contains Ionic Alfalfa which supports the body’s vital functions and encourages regularity.
Cramping and diarrhea
Certain foods are known to stimulate gut reactions in general. In those with IBS eating too much of these might bring about or worsen symptoms. For example symptoms of abdominal cramps and diarrhea might be brought on by...
• Meals that are too large or high in fat
• Fried foods
• Coffee
• Caffeine
• Alcohol
• Eating too much of some types of sugar that are poorly absorbed by the bowel can also cause cramping or diarrhea. Examples include…
• Sorbitol – commonly used as a sweetener in many dietetic foods, candies, and gums
• Fructose – also used as a sweetener and found naturally in honey as well as some fruits
Gas and bloating
Some foods are gas producing. Eating too much may cause increased gaseousness. This is especially true since IBS can be associated with retention of gas and bloating. Examples include…
• Beans
• Cabbage
• Legumes (like peas, peanuts, soybeans)
• Cauliflower
• Broccoli
• Lentils
• Brussels sprouts
• Raisins
• Onions
• Bagels
Fiber
If fiber seems to be a problem, it is usually insoluble fiber (mainly found in cereals or whole grains) that is the offender. Soluble fiber, mainly found in fruits and vegetables, is less likely to be a problem. When adding fiber to the diet, it is best to do so slowly over a period of weeks. This helps avoid discomfort. If gas or distention occur, try reducing the amount of fiber and reducing consumption of gas-producing foods. For more on dietary fiber Go ».
What to do about diet
The influence of diet is unique to each person. There is no generalized dietary advice that will work for everyone. A physician can take a brief dietary history and help identify dietary and/or other factors that may impact symptoms. Keeping a diary for 2–3 weeks of dietary intake, symptoms, and any associated factors (like daily obligations, stressors, poor sleep, medications) can help with this. For those with IBS who benefit from simple dietary modifications, it makes sense to adjust the diet and reduce intake of the offending food. It does not make sense to adopt unnecessarily limited diets. This can lead to reduced quality of life or even malnutrition.
Doctors and patients need to talk about diet. Guidance needs to be provided by a knowledgeable health care professional (like a physician or registered dietician). They can assess individual circumstances affecting IBS, while helping make sure that nutritional needs are being met through a balanced diet, and healthy eating habits.
More information can be found at the following web site: http://www.aboutibs.org/
April 6, 2011
Seizures-Herbs and Foods that can Trigger Seizures
If you are subject to having seizures the following herbs can trigger seizures:
Basil, Dill, Fennel, Hyssop, Nutmeg, Rosemary, Sage, TansyIdaho
Phenylalanine” warning as it does not mix with some of the medications used. Consult your doctor for more information regarding the warning.
For more information in purchasing any of the supplements email brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com
and I will help you find where these supplements are available in your area. Some of them can be ordered off the internet.
Basil, Dill, Fennel, Hyssop, Nutmeg, Rosemary, Sage, Tansy
Also, the following should also not be taken by anyone who has seizures:
Remove all sugar from the diet, all artificial colors, all artificial flavors and all ammonia based compounds such as quaterniums, polyquaterniums and all foods with the “Phenylketonurics: containsPhenylalanine” warning as it does not mix with some of the medications used. Consult your doctor for more information regarding the warning.
Food supplements that can be used are:
Blue Agave, Stevia, Mineral Essence, True Source, Multivitamins, Multi Greens, Supert B, Longevity Softgels, Power Meal, Sulfurgyme, Mega Blue Softgels, Balance Complete and Ageless Actives contains 1000 IU of Vitamin D3. For more information in purchasing any of the supplements email brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com
and I will help you find where these supplements are available in your area. Some of them can be ordered off the internet.
My daughter has been suffering with Epilepsy Seizures for over 15 years and is having a seizure free life right now because we finally found this information. By eliminating the herbs that trigger seizures, supplementing her diet with good nutritional supplements, I feel that the medicine the doctor prescribed is able to work properly.
For more information please send an email to brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com
March 27, 2011
The Joys of Being a Woman!
I don't know how you feel but sometimes I feel that men have it so much easier. Especially after bladder infection this week that was so painful! BUT Thanks to MODERN MEDICINE-I recovered quite quickly so am I really complaining. Yes, because I had hives break out on my face, while I was at work last Friday. How embarrassing! And yes another trip to the doctor's office. Luckily Benadryl worked like a charm and I was back to work in a couple of hours.
I had just had a biopsy done on a skin lesion above my left eyebrow and an ingrown toenail removed. Am I tired of the doctor's office? Yep but again blessings in desguise as the lesion was only skin infection, don't have a clue how I did that-but it wasn't skin cancer or fungus. So after the hives and bladder infection I had the surgery on my skin lesion and it wasn't bad at all just left with a mild headache.
Hopefully, I'm going to be able to stay out of the doctor's office for a while.
I had just had a biopsy done on a skin lesion above my left eyebrow and an ingrown toenail removed. Am I tired of the doctor's office? Yep but again blessings in desguise as the lesion was only skin infection, don't have a clue how I did that-but it wasn't skin cancer or fungus. So after the hives and bladder infection I had the surgery on my skin lesion and it wasn't bad at all just left with a mild headache.
Hopefully, I'm going to be able to stay out of the doctor's office for a while.
March 25, 2011
LET’S GET TO WORK-Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988-Part 2
Substance abuse is the use of any substance to the extent that it causes physical, mental or emotional damage, either temporary or permanent. Abused substances can be legal or illegal. Individuals may abuse substances such as alcohol, over-the-counter medications, household chemicals, prescription drugs or illegal drugs.
A drug-free workplace program consists of having a comprehensive, clear and concise policy
in place that is compliant with the Idaho Employer Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and provides training of managers and supervisors so they can identify specific behaviors or performance indicators of employees who are involved in substance abuse and understand the drug policy of the company.
About 70% of drug abusers are employed and find jobs in companies that do not have a drug
policy. Addictions are diseases based on compulsive, obsessive and dependent behaviors that take priority over all other human needs. Alcohol and other drugs become more important than family, friends and careers, food, clothing and shelter.
The blood alcohol content or concentration of alcohol in the bloodstream is measured by how many
drinks taken and the body weight in pounds. One drink is 1.25 oz of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of beer or 5 oz. of table wine. If a male weighs about 180 lbs. and tests .13 is considered legally intoxicated and has consumed approximately 6 drinks. If a female who weighs 180 lbs. and tests .15 is considered legally intoxicated and has consumed approximately 6 drinks. A breath meter measures the concentration of alcohol in the bloodstream.
The Ethyl Glucuronide/Ethyl Sulfate (EtG/EtS is a direct metabolite of alcohol (ethanol) urine test available to confirm the presence of alcohol within the previous 3 to 4 days or approximately 80 hours after ethanol has been ingested. A positive EtG test above 100 ng/ml and EtS above 25 ng/ml indicates recent ethanol ingestion.
The presence of drugs in hair is based on a simple scientific fact. Drugs which are ingested circulate in a person’s bloodstream which nourishes the developing hair follicle. Trace amounts of the drugs become entrapped in the core of the hair shaft in amounts roughly proportional to those ingested. These trace amounts of drugs remain in the hair as it grows out from the head at a rate of approximately ½ inch per month. Drug residues cannot be washed or flushed out and are stable over time. Thus, a drug history can be obtained from the hair of any individual. A standard test covers a
period of approximately 90 days. The primary differences of a urine test verses a hair test are a wider window of detection and the inability to tamper with the test.
Analyzing a urine sample is a common way to test for drugs used. A rapid, one step screening test for the simultaneous, qualitative detection of multiple drugs and drug metabolites in the urine gives an instant result. The test utilizes antibodies to selectively detect elevated levels of specific
drugs in the urine. Tests can be performed for Amphetamine, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, Cocaine, Marijuana, Methadone, Methamphetamine, Ecstasy, Opiate, Oxycodone, Phencyclidine, Propoxyphene, Tricyclic & Antidepressants. Synthetic stimulants such as Spice and Bath Salts can also be detected
in the urine.
Today, employers have available to them a powerful array of resources to protect their business, their employees, and the public they serve from the risks and harm that can result from worker drug use.
A drug-free workplace program consists of having a comprehensive, clear and concise policy
in place that is compliant with the Idaho Employer Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and provides training of managers and supervisors so they can identify specific behaviors or performance indicators of employees who are involved in substance abuse and understand the drug policy of the company.
About 70% of drug abusers are employed and find jobs in companies that do not have a drug
policy. Addictions are diseases based on compulsive, obsessive and dependent behaviors that take priority over all other human needs. Alcohol and other drugs become more important than family, friends and careers, food, clothing and shelter.
The blood alcohol content or concentration of alcohol in the bloodstream is measured by how many
drinks taken and the body weight in pounds. One drink is 1.25 oz of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of beer or 5 oz. of table wine. If a male weighs about 180 lbs. and tests .13 is considered legally intoxicated and has consumed approximately 6 drinks. If a female who weighs 180 lbs. and tests .15 is considered legally intoxicated and has consumed approximately 6 drinks. A breath meter measures the concentration of alcohol in the bloodstream.
The Ethyl Glucuronide/Ethyl Sulfate (EtG/EtS is a direct metabolite of alcohol (ethanol) urine test available to confirm the presence of alcohol within the previous 3 to 4 days or approximately 80 hours after ethanol has been ingested. A positive EtG test above 100 ng/ml and EtS above 25 ng/ml indicates recent ethanol ingestion.
The presence of drugs in hair is based on a simple scientific fact. Drugs which are ingested circulate in a person’s bloodstream which nourishes the developing hair follicle. Trace amounts of the drugs become entrapped in the core of the hair shaft in amounts roughly proportional to those ingested. These trace amounts of drugs remain in the hair as it grows out from the head at a rate of approximately ½ inch per month. Drug residues cannot be washed or flushed out and are stable over time. Thus, a drug history can be obtained from the hair of any individual. A standard test covers a
period of approximately 90 days. The primary differences of a urine test verses a hair test are a wider window of detection and the inability to tamper with the test.
Analyzing a urine sample is a common way to test for drugs used. A rapid, one step screening test for the simultaneous, qualitative detection of multiple drugs and drug metabolites in the urine gives an instant result. The test utilizes antibodies to selectively detect elevated levels of specific
drugs in the urine. Tests can be performed for Amphetamine, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, Cocaine, Marijuana, Methadone, Methamphetamine, Ecstasy, Opiate, Oxycodone, Phencyclidine, Propoxyphene, Tricyclic & Antidepressants. Synthetic stimulants such as Spice and Bath Salts can also be detected
in the urine.
Today, employers have available to them a powerful array of resources to protect their business, their employees, and the public they serve from the risks and harm that can result from worker drug use.
Brenda Bailey is a Certified Drug Testing Collector and can be reached at 208-678-4040. For more
information contact brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com. Copies of my articles can be found at http://www.baileysonestop.blogspot.com
information contact brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com. Copies of my articles can be found at http://www.baileysonestop.blogspot.com
February 28, 2011
Let's Get to Work-Drug Free Workplace Act Part 1
LET’S GET TO WORK
Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988-Part 1
The benefits of have a drug and alcohol policy in the business world is to increase staff morale, employee motivation and creativity, customer satisfaction, positive public image, savings through incentive programs offered by insurance companies and savings through fewer accidents and
property damage. A drug-free workplace also decreases accidents, errors, incidents involving disciplinary action, absenteeism, tardiness, employee theft and fraud, legal expenses, insurance
claim, staff turnover, the chances of hiring a substance abuser and Worker’s Compensation
costs. Absenteeism can be decreased by 50% and accidents by 82% after enforcing the Drug-Free Workplace Act in a business. Companies report that their absenteeism decreased by 50% and accidents by 82% after enforcing the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
property damage. A drug-free workplace also decreases accidents, errors, incidents involving disciplinary action, absenteeism, tardiness, employee theft and fraud, legal expenses, insurance
claim, staff turnover, the chances of hiring a substance abuser and Worker’s Compensation
costs. Absenteeism can be decreased by 50% and accidents by 82% after enforcing the Drug-Free Workplace Act in a business. Companies report that their absenteeism decreased by 50% and accidents by 82% after enforcing the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Most Workers’ Compensation Insurance Companies give 5% discount to companies that have a drug-free workplace. The cost of the drug testing is minimal compared to hiring and retaining employees who chose to use illegal drugs. Using drugs is a choice and our community provides many support groups with free classes to help overcome addiction. Our community has a neighborhood watch
program also and encourages anyone who witness’s unusual behavior contact the local law enforcement. You can remain anonymous and give information that will help our local law enforcement solve crimes.
program also and encourages anyone who witness’s unusual behavior contact the local law enforcement. You can remain anonymous and give information that will help our local law enforcement solve crimes.
The Drug Free Workplace Act allows businesses to test for pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post accident drug tests. Alcohol testing can only be done as the employee clocks in for work, during work or as they clock out of work as drinking is legal in Idaho
the applicant is hired the employer must pay for all drug and alcohol tests.
the applicant is hired the employer must pay for all drug and alcohol tests.
I became certified to drug test in the year of 2000 so I have had over a decade of drug and alcohol testing experiences. Being an employer too, gives me a lot of experience in dealing with prospective or current employees who are positive on illegal drugs. I have heard many stories and the most interesting part is watching those who are not yet willing to admit they have a drug or alcohol problem and try to blame someone else for their unacceptable behavior. Admittal is one of the most important steps in the rehabilitation process.
There are several local facilities who have adopted a tobacco free workplace. As safety is a concern some facilities provide smoking areas. I have seen several people turn down a job because they can’t go without a cigarette for a full 8 hour shift. Addictions of all kinds cause loss time at work and people to be unemployed.
A company can request which drugs their employees are tested for. The common ones in our area are
Methamphetamines, Amphetamines, Marijuana, Cocaine, and Opiates. Laboratories are now able to detect Pep-Spice and other synthetic drugs. Other drugs can be requested as some facilities such as medical institutions and schools require testing for nine or ten drugs.
Methamphetamines, Amphetamines, Marijuana, Cocaine, and Opiates. Laboratories are now able to detect Pep-Spice and other synthetic drugs. Other drugs can be requested as some facilities such as medical institutions and schools require testing for nine or ten drugs.
It is important to note that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) does not regulate the area of workplace drug testing. Generally, employers have a fair amount of latitude in handling drug
testing as they see fit, unless their organization is subject to certain Federal laws such as U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug testing rules for employees in safety sensitive positions.
DOL does strongly recommend that before any drug-testing program is implemented, an employer have a written policy that is shared with all employees and clearly outlines why drug testing is being implemented, prohibited behaviors and the consequences for violating the policy. DOL also
recommends that if drug testing is used, it be only one component of a comprehensive drug-free workplace program that also includes training for supervisors on signs and symptoms of substance abuse, education for employees about the dangers of substance abuse and some form of assistance or support for employees who may have problems with alcohol and other drugs.
The Drug-Free Workplace Act can be found on the Department of Labor’s web site under Title 72-1702 and http://www.dol.gov/asp/programs/drugs/workingpartners/faq.asp#q1
Brenda Bailey is a Certified Drug Testing Collector and can be reached at 208-678-4040. For more
information contact brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com. Copies of my articles can be found at http://www.baileysonestop.blogspot.com
information contact brenda.bailey.1@hotmail.com. Copies of my articles can be found at http://www.baileysonestop.blogspot.com
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