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Serrapeptase: A Natural Anti-Inflammatory
Vitamins
Serrapeptase, also known as Serratia Peptidase, is a proteolytic enzyme isolated from the non-pathogenic enterobacteria Serratia E15. When consumed in unprotected tablets or capsules, the enzyme is destroyed by acid in the stomach. However, our special enteric-coated Caplets enable the enzyme to pass through the stomach unchanged, and be absorbed in the intestine. Serrapeptase is found in negligible amounts in the urine, suggesting that it is transported directly from the intestine into the bloodstream.
Clinical studies show that Serrapeptase induces fibrinolytic, anti-inflammatory and anti-edemic (prevents swelling and fluid retention) activity in a number of tissues, and that its anti-inflammatory effects are superior to other proteolytic enzymes.
Besides reducing inflammation, one of Serrapeptase’s most profound benefits is reduction of pain, due to its ability to block the release of pain-inducing amines from inflamed tissues. Physicians throughout Asia and Europe have recognized the anti-inflammatory and pain-blocking benefits of this naturally occurring substance and are using it in treatment as an alternative to salicylates, ibuprofen and other NSAIDs.
In Germany and other European countries, Serrapeptase is a common treatment for inflammatory and traumatic swellings, and much of the research that exists on this substance is of European origin. One double-blind study was conducted by German researchers to determine the effect of Serrapeptase on post-operative swelling and pain. This study involved sixty-six patients who were treated surgically for fresh rupture of the lateral collateral ligament of the knee. On the third post-operative day, the group receiving Serrapeptase exhibited a 50 percent reduction of swelling, compared to the controls....
Cleanse & Alkalize Naturally with Lemons & Aloe Vera
Cleansing, Vitamins
Written by Guest Blogger Holistic Pharmacist RoseMarie Pierce, Prairie Naturals
Nowadays, with ever increasing stressloads, starting the day feeling vitalized or energetic can often be a challenge. Early morning fatigue, bad breath, coated tongue, indigestion, joint pain, water retention, weight gain and low moods – what do they have in common? All of these are signs of toxicity or acidic waste accumulating in the body. An imbalanced diet high in acidic food (animal protein, sugar, colas, fried foods, caffeine, processed foods) causes far-reaching damage to our health. In time, with these poor eating habits the body becomes depleted of these valuable alkalizing minerals and acidic waste builds up in the cells and tissue. Consquently, it becomes more difficult for the body’s natural ability to cleanse and detoxify itself to function properly. And this is where daily detoxification comes into play.
The Liver Loves lemons!
The morning is the natural cleansing period for the body. Lemons, one of nature’s perfect foods, are known to stimulate digestion, increase saliva flow, and support the liver and the production of bile – releasing congestion & toxins. You can drink fresh lemon juice or lemon slice mixed with water throughout the day for further detoxification
Lemons and Aloe Vera Juice the Perfect Duo for Alkalizing.
Starting the day with water and lemon juice alkalizes the body due to its high mineral content – potassium, calcium, magnesium & trace minerals. The aloe leaf naturally consists of approximately 75 nutrients, including 9 different minerals. Aloe Vera juice supports the body’s natural cleansing process,...
Vitamin K & D
Vitamins
Why are so many Canadians plagued by a lack of calcium in the bones (osteoporosis) along with excess calcium in the arteries (atherosclerosis)? This is the “calcium paradox.” Researchers have finally uncovered the connection between these two very serious health conditions: Vitamin K (more specifically, Vitamin K2). Vitamin K is a group of fat-soluble vitamins first recognized for their role in blood clotting. For this reason, it had long been thought that deficiencies of Vitamin K were rare; otherwise, they would reveal themselves in some kind of bleeding disorder. However, new studies show that non-blood (non-hemostatic) Vitamin K deficiency in tissues such as bone and blood vessels exists widely in seemingly healthy adult populations. It has also been discovered that there are two forms of K Vitamins: Vitamin K1 (responsible for blood clotting), and Vitamin K2 (the form of Vitamin K for which most of our population is deficient). At the same time, the discovery of Vitamin K-dependant proteins in bone has revealed this vitamin’s most important function – aiding bone development by acting as a regulator and director of calcium in the tissues. In other words, Vitamin K is essential for guiding calcium towards the areas of the body where it is needed, such as the skeleton, and away from areas where it could have a negative effect, such as the cardiovascular system. Without Vitamin K2, the calcium we absorb (no matter how much and from what source) does not know where to go in our bodies and so...
