Kefir vs. Yogurt

The debate may continue on which is better for our health, yogurt or kefir, but the best test is to try them both and see the results. In my experience, I found excellent improvement in my digestive system after adding kefir to my diet, and now consider it a superfood... Read More

Take Charge of Your Health, Naturally

The Natural Health Journal delivers information on alternative health therapies, nutrition and natural healing. Author, Virginia Hanspiker, is a Registered Polarity Practitioner, Registered Massage Therapist, Reflexologist and Reiki Master. Her training and health experience is in a variety of natural therapies, including nutritional counseling, as she believes nutrition is the foundation for optimum health. To learn more about Virginia and her work as a Natural Health Practitioner, visit her online practice at: aTouchOfHealth.ca.

The Fountain of Youth is at Your Front Door!

Walking impacts everything from blood sugar and cholesterol levels, weight control, lung function and oxygenation of tissues. This simple activity actually improves everything… from muscles (including leg cramps or poor circulation) to organs and let’s not forget – our mind. It relieves depression, anxiety and stress by producing endorphins, the body’s natural tranquilizer. What an easy way to put a smile on your face! Read More

Bee Product Summary

 

PROPOLIS

  • A natural antiseptic against various bacteria, fungus and viruses
  • Highest content of antioxidant chemicals of any bee product
  • Targets pathogenic bacteria, without harming  our healthy bacteria
  • May help regulate hormones
  • Possibly prevents viruses from replicating
  • Research on-going for its implication in:
  • - Immuno-modulating benefits
  • -  Anti-tumor effect
  • - Reducing adverse side-effects of chemo treatments
  • - Antioxidant and Cardiovascular benefits
  • - DNA protection  (Chen et al 2003)

 

POLLEN

  • Rich antioxidant content
  • Antibacterial: eg  Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtillis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella sp. (ie: against different bacterial strains than propolis)
  • Helps detoxify liver
  • 18 amino acids, including RNA and DNA; vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, B12, B5 pantothenic acid, folic acid, niacin B3, vitamins C, D, E and K, choline, Inositol, enzymes, and minerals
  • Studied for success with  improvement in reproductive system’s health

 

ROYAL JELLY

  • Energy food – known thus far to contain all B vitamins + A, C, D, E & K, over a dozen key minerals, Biotin, Inositol, folic acid, acetylcholine, 18 amino acids including nucleic acids DNA and RNA, ATP and AMP
  • Some of the fatty acids include 10-hydroxy-2-decanoic acid (10-HDA) and 3,10-dihydroxy-decanoic acid (3,10-DDA).
  • Preliminary studies show immune stimulant and anti-inflammatory properties, plus facilitates restoration of cognitive ability in 2009 study
  • Reportedly has a hormone-like effect (royal jelly + bee pollen has been effective for relief of some menopausal symptoms)
  • Known as a cell rejuvenator, a nervous system aid & immune enhancer

Forever Living Products provide 100% natural bee products  from their beehives. These are located in the high desert regions of Arizona  to eliminate contaminants. No pesticide nor herbicides are used on the wildflowers that are the source for bee collections. They use state-of-the-art, specially designed equipment to gather and preserve these ingredients in their most natural condition.  The “Buy Aloe” link on the home page of this health journal accesses  all Forever Living products through the A Touch of Health website  for a 15% discount off retail pricing. Prices fluctuate slightly when purchased outside the USA according to the fluctuating rate of exchange on the dollar.