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the benefits of goji berriesFitness Vs Health - Both Are Important But Are They The Same?

We as humans come in all shapes and sizes. (Short, Tall, Round, Slim, Muscular, Fat). Even the smallest of people could be extremely strong and someone overweight is often seen passing someone much thinner in a marathon. Being fit with a low body fat percentage or being able to bench 350 lbs does not necessarily make someone healthy. Fitness by definition is The state of being physically active on a regular basis to maintain good physical condition. Healthy on the other hand can have several meanings.

� being free of illness and disease
� being able to do things well with high spirit and vigor and joy.
� being prosperous and productive in your ways and attitudes

The ideal situation is to achieve both. Having strong muscles or a high capacity of VO2 levels (maximum oxygen consumption) does not mean your digestive system is healthy or your skin is elastic or your immune system is strong. I understand that society in general has not taught us as a mass population to know the difference between the two. At 42 years old I still have to consciously and aggressively seek out the information I need on proper ways to exercise, the proper foods to eat, natural sources of healing, new discoveries in alternative medicine. These nuggets of wisdom will not be on the front page of the New York Times and they are not taught to every individual who indeed has a birthright to know.

What are some of the things we can do and terms we need to understand to have both fitness and health. I have many suggestions based on my own research and my own experiences to share. Following even half of these will turn you towards the right direction of having the most awesome health ever.

Understand the affect of Free Radicals

Free radicals are high-energy, very unstable chemical substances that accumulate in the body and are known to damage our cells, DNA, proteins and essential fats. They are highly reactive chemicals that attack molecules by capturing electrons and thus modifying chemical structures. Antioxidants will help get rid of these free radicals.

Antioxidants

Any substance that reduces oxidative damage (damage due to oxygen) such as that caused by free radicals. Examples (Raw Organic Cacao, Acai, Blueberries, Goji Berries, raspberries, Vitamin A, C and E).

Keep Your PH levels normal

PH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. Our Liver and Kidneys attempt to maintain a blood PH of 7.4. Considering most foods that people eat and most water people drink are acidic (below 7.0 Ph), and also that stress causes us to become more acidic, it is no wonder our bodies are constantly using energy and resources to become more alkaline. I personally believe that maintaining an alkaline diet (Above 7.0) based on organic whole foods will prevent cancer.

Eat Organic Food

Organic foods are produced without the use of Pesticides, Fertilizers, Human waste or sewage.

Eat SuperFoods

Superfoods are foods considered by many health professionals to be amongst the healthiest in the world due to the fact that they are extremely nutrient dense (contain more nutrients than a comparable amount of another food) and are usually high in enzymes, phytonutrients, bioflavonoids, vitamins, minerals, chlorophyll, and antioxidants. They can also possess anti-aging/longevity properties Examples (Goji berries, Cacao bean, Aloe Vera, Cinnamon, Garlic, resveratrol , Spirulina, Chlorella, Maca, Coconut oil, Flax seeds, Hemp seeds, Ginseng, Wheat grass, Bee pollen, Royal jelly, Avocados, Green tea, Spinach, Broccoli, Nettles, Pumpkin seeds, Parsley, MSM, Blueberries, Acai berry, Pomegranate, Figs, Holy Basil, and Vanilla bean).

Think Anti-Inflammatory

An anti-inflammatory is a substance used to reduce inflammation in the body caused by injury, stress, overuse, surgery, irritation or infection. There are a huge amounts of natural anti-inflammatories that I use during training. Inflammation in the body is one of our enemies. I personally like (mangosteen, enzymes (Bromelain, papain), Ginger, Aloe Vera, Omega 3 fatty acids, Organic MSM, garlic, and Vitamin C).

Think Enzymes

Enzymes are protein molecules that have various cellular functions. Digestive enzymes aid in the digestion of proteins (papain), fats (Lipase), and carbohydrates (Amylase). Enzymes also roam the body and reduce inflammation. Many health books do not address enzymes and many health products do not contain enzymes. I believe enzymes are critical to your health and may just be a key element in future nutritional products.

Probiotics

Take dietary supplements that contain "good" bacteria. Yogurt also contains some probiotic.

Understand Toxins

A toxin is a substance that becomes poisonous in living creatures. There are a huge amount of toxins which enter the body on a daily basis that can over tax our immune system, liver, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, lymph nodes, thyroid and digestive system. The air we breathe, the food we eat, the water we drink and our belief system which creates stress, all cause toxins to accumulate in our bodies. There are a number of ways to detoxify the body. You can drink high PH ionized water; you can use grasses, herbs, roots, barks, fiber, etc. Everyone has a unique situation but I believe something to be consistent with everyone. We all eat, we all drink and we all breathe. This process by default will accumulate toxins in our system. There are many ways to incorporate ingredients and lifestyle changes which aid in the detoxification of our lungs, digestive system, liver, kidneys, etc.

� Increase the amount of Oxygen generating plants in your house such as Aloe Vera, Chinese Evergreens and Bamboo plants. Plants give off oxygen and take harmful carbon dioxide out of the air increasing the oxygen levels in your home. Plants are living energy and will grow with the presence of your positive energy towards them.

� Use a shower filter

� Filter your water using a reverse osmosis triple filtering system which also Ionizes the water

� If you drink bottled water look for High PH spring water such as Fiji 7.5 ph , Iceland Springs 8.0 to 8.5 ph or Evamore 9.0 ph

� Have access to organically grown vegetables or grow your own.

� Experiment with Sprouting of seeds. Sprouts are rich in chlorophyll and enzymes

� Work on reducing stress. Yoga, meditation, exercise 30 minutes daily to include strength conditioning, relaxation CD's, and deep breathing (Oxygen is extremely Alkaline)

� Avoid Cigarettes

� Avoid Coffee

� Avoid Alcohol

� Avoid High Fructose Corn Syrup

� Avoid Aspartame

� Avoid Refined Sugars, Diminish intake of processed grains (both increase Insulin Levels)

� Avoid Partially Hydrogenated Oils

� To avoid stress introduce foods slowly and get rid of bad stuff slowly so your body adapts to the change. Your body will want more of the good stuff and less of the bad stuff as time goes on.

� Do your own research on the long term side affects of prolonged use of Antibiotics

� Avoid Microwaving

� Cook Less. Proteins and enzymes have been proven to be destroyed by the cooking process

� Research the long term affects on eating excessive non-organic meats and dairy products

� Take antioxidants before during and after extreme exercise

� Use natural or organic Shampoos, Body creams, toothpaste, Mouthwash, Sunscreen, Soaps and repellants. All these products go into your bodies. (Would you eat them?)

� Eat smaller amounts of food several times throughout the day (4 to 6).

� A general rule is drink half your body weight in water during the day. More if you are extremely active and slightly less if you are sedentary. Many people sit behind a desk all day drinking water and go to the bathroom 10 times during the day. Your body is doing its best to eliminate the excess water and in the process minerals are leached from your already mineral deficient body

� Learn about Colonics, the harmfulness of Candida, and Brain Chemistry (Serotonin, Dopamine)

� Get at last 15 minutes of sun per day.

� Avoid large fish which may carry Heavy Metals. You think fish are good for you? Then eat what they eat! Seaweed and Algae such as Spirulina, Blue Green Algae, Chlorella, Dulse and Kelp

� Consider getting rid of Silver fillings which contain mercury

� Music affects us on a cellular level. Listen to more music

� Smile, be joyful and have the most fun and awesome day ever!! You may be eating something organic but if you are stressed out it goes down like poison

You can take this to any level you want.

Level A - Xtreme Health�

Follow all the suggestions in this article over the course of the next several months.

Level B - Much better than most people.

Begin to push the toxins out of your body by eating organic and excercising by doing a sport that you love.

Level C - A step above what you're doing now.

Eat Organic 1 day a week, exercise 3 days a week, eliminate or at least reduce high fructose corn syrup hydrogenated oils and other processed sugars. Check your closet and the ingredients on your foods and discard the bad stuff.

Will Power Byron is the CEO of http://www.organic-athlete.com, http://www.organicawakening.net and http://www.HelpMeLiveLonger.com and has had a passion for health and wellness for over 25 years A roller coaster life of addictions and success led him to numerous jobs since age 10 including a US Marine, a MSFT Programmer and a CPA. He has competed in hundreds of races from the collegiate through master's level including marathons, triathlons, cross country, and track and field. A degree in Computer Information systems and a Masters in Business led him to many entrepreneurial activities through the years including multiple franchise owner, real estate, and options trading. He is currently a Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and trains for Ironman Triathlon's as a semi-vegetarian utilizing primarily organic superfoods. His current ventures include building/publishing health and wellness websites, writing articles and writing his 2nd book "Organic Awakening". His mission is to help people live longer through his websites, articles, and books and to help shed One Billion pounds from the waistline of America.

Storage for Cereal Lovers

If you use proper Cereal Storage you won't have to tell stories like this one. My son just came and said to me " we need some milk but I just wanted to let you know the cereal in the boxes are stale but the Fruit Loops in the cereal storage container is still fresh". He could have easily said "Dad you wasted some money by leaving your Raisin Bran in the cardboard box dummy". And yes I did have the you blew it this time look on my face.

The key to keeping your Raisin Bran (o.k. not everyone eats Raisin Bran) fresher for longer periods of time would be air tight sealed containers to keep out moisture and insects. It is truly a no brainer, look who's talking.

Humor Your Taste Buds

More than likely, you ended up eating some Rice Crispies that were less than fresh, and more than likely your taste buds did not appreciate it. When you buy Captain Crunch, you want it to be crunchy, and of course you do not want your Cheerios to end up feeling like Gummy Savers (the only thing worst is sour milk).

Keep Away the Bugs

Often, if you have cereal around for too long without having it in a sealed container or cereal dispenser, you may end up having a few extra things in your bowl. Especially if you live in the warmer southern states, you really have to be careful about the storage and storing other types of dry goods, such as flour and sugar.

There are all kinds of bugs that would enjoy nothing better than some fun in the Special K box(okay that must be the insects on a diet), so you want to be sure that you use proper cereal storage to keep this from occurring.

Saving Money

Usually you will find that these products only has a shelf life of about 2-3 months max, and usually shorter than that once it has been opened. How many times have you had to throw out a $4 box of Captain Crunch because it went stale, or had to clean out the cupboards because bugs decided to throw a party in your cereal boxes?

Everyone wants to find ways that they can save money, and just by investing in some proper storage containers for your cereal, you can save money and cut down on the waste.

Cereal Storage time guidelines;

Cereals, ready-to-eat Room Temperature 2-3 months

Cereals, ready-to-cook Room Temperature 6 months

Corn meal, Room Temperature 1 year

Flour, cake, all-purpose, Room Temperature 1 yr

The Cereal Storage Solution

As you can see, storage is very important for a variety of different problems. A great way that you can save money, avoid getting bugs in the Puffed Wheat, and make sure that it always tastes great is to invest a little bit of money in airtight storage containers. Sure, it will cost you a little bit to purchase them, but think of all the money you could be saving in the long run. Please remember that all plastic containers are not made for food storage.

Whether you eat cold ready to eat , or you enjoy other types of cereals like oatmeal, Malt-O-Meal, or even grits, it is important that you store each of them properly. When you eat breakfast you want to know that when you take the first bite, it is going to taste great. There is no need for you to ever eat stale cereal again. Get the right storage containers and no doubt you will be able to enjoy a great bowl any time of the day, and you can save money while you are doing so.

I have seen a box of Raisin Bran last 6 months in a properly sealed container. I know this because no one in my home will eat Raisin Bran but myself.

I'm like a big kid I can eat Raisin Bran 24/7. I see you thinking about running to the kitchen right now!

Carl Copeland is motivated to bringing information and resources to others regarding Food Storage, Food Safety, and Food Preparation and its benefits for everyday life. Save money by having your food last longer. More Food Storage Info at http://www.Food-Storage-Info.com/

Top 3 Drinks to Carry in a Hip Flask

A hip flask is a very convenient and discrete way of carrying alcohol around. Made of silver or chromed metal with a leather cover, it is a classy way of drinking outside the house. After getting one, the first question a person will ask is: �What will I put in it?� Here are some drinks that will make any hip flask worth carrying around.

Vodka

On a hot summer day, the taste of chilled vodka will make any hip flask priceless. Being one of most popular distilled drink, it comes in a lot of different flavors. People who love the taste of citrus can go for a Kubanskaya which is made up of an infusion of dried lemon and orange peels or a Limonnaya which has a hint of lemon flavor.

For the folks who want to get a kick from their drink, they can opt for some Okhotnichya or Pertskova. Okhotnichya is a unique drink that is made by combining coffee, lemon peel, anise, cloves, ginger and other herbs and spices with sugar and a hint of wine. Petrovska, on the other hand, consists of black peppercorns and red chilli peppers.

For those who would like to have a taste of a classic drink, he can try some Starka which has been passed down from the early centuries of vodka production. This type of vodka can be mixed with brandy, port and dried fruit. It can even be mixed with infusions from fruit tree leaves. Some brands of Starka are even aged in oak casks.

Irish Whiskey

There is a reason why this is called �The Water of Life� by the Irish. As a matter of fact, as much as many Scots may hate to admit it, they learned the art of distillation from the Irish. And, it was said that the Irish learned how to make this from monks who create distilled drinks with curative powers. Made from grains and fruits, this drink is made for royalty. Anyone who would like to have a taste of the liquor that was enjoyed by the Tudor kings and in the court of Queen Elizabeth I wherever they go should have some of this drink in his flask.

Scotch Whiskey

Aged in oak barrels, this smooth and aromatic beverage can make any hip flask a blessing. Scotch whiskey is made from barley malt which has been dried over fires and stirred with dried peat that consists of grass and heather compost, giving it a smoky flavor. Some whiskies are made from wheat, corn and a small percentage of barley. There are many types of whiskey available in the market. The most popular kinds are either triple distilled or double distilled in pot stills. And, these are commonly a blend of grain whiskey and malt whiskey. For a taste of something unique, one can opt for a single malt whiskey that is made up of a combination of malt whiskies that have been made in different years.

With so many choices that can match a person�s style and taste, the different kinds of alcohol included in this list will make any hip flask an asset.

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what is goji berriesHow The Right Work Chair Can Prevent Chronic Tension Headaches

If you suffer from chronic tension headaches, back pain or neck pain, you're probably aware that poor posture was at least partly responsible.

However, did you know the way you sit may have had more to do with your pain than the way you stand?

If you're like most Americans, you spend much of your day seated. That's because your work station is probably at a computer terminal, assembly line, or desk.

Consider, too, that much of your time at home is also spent sitting - either watching T.V., surfing the Internet or reading. As a result, of the 16 hours or so you're awake, you may well spend 12 or more of them sitting down.

Doesn't it make sense then, that you should concentrate as much on your sitting posture as you do your standing posture?

And while standing properly - shoulders rolled back, head up, chest out - is important, the benefits of a good standing posture will be minimal if you slouch all day at your desk.

You may be one of many unfortunate workers who are forced to slouch because your work chair won't adjust to accommodate your body, or because you don't have your chair adjusted properly.

THE DANGERS OF IMPROPER SITTING

Three things can happen when you habitually slouch for long periods every day. They're all bad:

* stiffness and pain in your muscles, connective tissue and joints
* restricted breathing
* postural deformities

STIFFNESS AND PAIN

Problems related to inappropriate seating are cumulative. The first noticeable symptom is usually stiffness and pain in your low back, upper back or neck. These can lead to chronic tension headaches, back aches, and muscle spasms or a restriction of circulation in your legs.

As a result of sitting slouched over all the time, other body segments begin to break down because when one part of the body is out of alignment, it'll have an effect on the structures above and below it.

For example, if you habitually sit slumped over you're not only at risk for back and neck pain, but also for repetitive strain injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome.

RESTRICTED BREATHING

When you're sitting upright, you should have good tone in your lower abdominal muscles so your diaphragm is in its proper, raised position. This is important for optimal breathing.

But when you slump in your seat, your lower abdominal muscles relax and your diaphragm lowers. This forces you to breath from the upper chest instead of from the diaphragm.

As a result of decreased support from a relaxed lower abdominal wall, together with a lowering of your diaphragm, your abdominal organs are forced downward, which restricts your breathing.

POSTURAL DEFORMITIES

If you're a woman, the resulting pressure in your pelvis from slouching all day for prolonged periods of time can be an overlooked cause of back, pelvic and menstrual pain.

And - particularly if you're a woman - you risk skeletal deformities if your poor seating posture is not corrected.

Often, when people think of a "round-back" posture, they usually associate it with a post-menapausal woman who's already had osteoporosis.

However, many pre-menopausal women have rounded backs that are caused by the way they sit all day.

HOW TO DETERMINE IF YOU'RE SEATED PROPERLY

Here's a checklist you can use that will help you determine if you're sitting properly:

* your feet are firmly on the floor, or on a foot rest, slightly in front of you

* your seat is adjusted so that your thighs are parallel to the floor, with your knees at about 90 degrees and slightly lower than your hips

* your seat allows your weight to be borne primarily on the upper half of your thighs

* your knees are shoulder width apart or closer

* your chair seat isn't too deep (you shouldn't be sinking in your chair)

* you're able to sit upright, maintaining the natural curves of your back

* your back is adequately supported

* your pelvis is neutral

* your rib cage is elevated

* you can draw a straight line down through your ear, shoulder, rib cage and pelvis (check this by sitting in front of a full-length mirror, or have a co-worker analyze your sitting posture)

ERGONOMIC TIPS FOR COMPUTER USERS

If you sit at a computer terminal all day, there are other factors you need to consider:

* you should be sitting directly in front of your keyboard and computer screen

* your monitor should be between 18 - 24 inches from your eyes, and you should have to look slightly down to see it

* you should use a work surface that allows your elbows to maintain about a 90 degree angle

* you should keep your shoulders relaxed; don't slump forward

* you should relax your wrists and keep them in a neutral position; don't flex them up or down

* while typing, keep your shoulders relaxed and your elbows loose at your side

* take breaks

When doing extensive computer work, it's important to take brief breaks to stretch and walk around every 30 minutes or so. Alternate between work activities that utilize different muscle groups.

Make sure to give your eyes a periodic break, too. For example, blink frequently, close them momentarily and gaze at different objects.

THE DIFFERENT KINDS OF CHAIRS

CASTER WHEELS

In most work environments, and in nearly all offices, chairs are mounted on caster wheels to allow you to move from task to task easily. These wheels are usually mounted on a five-point base.

STATIONARY BASE

In some industrial settings, a chair with a stationary base is more common because of safety issues. Such chairs are often found in laboratories because the floors tend to be hard and smooth, making caster wheel chairs risky.

Stationary chairs are the norm in assembly lines because they're more stable.

BENCH CHAIR

Bench chairs are often used in small parts assembly areas in manufacturing, as well as for other jobs that require manual dexterity. Bench chairs are higher than typical office chairs and usually offer footrests for stability and comfort.

SIT-TO-STAND CHAIRS

Sit-to-stand chairs are best if you move from a seated to a standing position often during your shift (if you work as a receptionist or assembly line worker, a sit-to-stand chair would be a good choice).

These chairs usually don't have a backrest. the seat is angled downward, allowing you to lean comfortably in a half-standing position.

OTHER FACTORS THAT AFFECT ERGONOMICS

BACKRESTS

The backrest of your chair should stabilize your pelvis and elevate your rib cage by supporting your lower back.

If it doesn't support your lower back properly, then it will sink into the backrest. A backrest that's too soft, inclined, and/or concave causes this to happen.

These faults result in a backrest that supports the wrong areas, which reinforces slumping.

FOOTRESTS

If your work surface is too high to allow you to place your feet on the floor, then you need a footrest. The footrest should be large enough to allow you some movement during the day. It should also be adjustable to accommodate your height and leg length.

FIVE-POINT BASE

A five-point base offers you maximum stability and can usually be found with any type of chair.

HOW TO PICK THE RIGHT WORK CHAIR FOR YOUR BODY TYPE

When shopping for a work chair, you must realize that one size doesn't fit everyone. You must consider what you do at your chair all day, as well as take into account your physical size.

Generally speaking, you want a chair that provides appropriate support to your back, legs, buttocks and arms.

Here are the various components of a work chair and what to look for in them:

THE BASE

You want a chair that has a five-pedistal (point) base, regardless of whether you need casters (wheels). If you choose a chair with less than five pedestals, you're sacrificing stability and safety (chairs with four casters can tip over more easily).

Make sure the base allows the chair to swivel easily.

ARMRESTS

Keep in mind that armrests should only be used while reading or resting between typing sessions, NOT while actually typing or using your mouse. Depending on how you spend your time in the chair, you might not even need armrests.

If you do get a chair with armrests, make sure they're adjustable, broad, cushioned and comfortable. While seated, you should be able to independently adjust the height of the armrests and move them closer together or further apart.

THE SEAT PAN

The part of the chair that you sit in (the seat pan) should allow even weight distribution and comfortable support. Pay attention to the width and depth of the seat pan - it should be wide enough to give you at least one inch of unused space on both sides of your thighs and hips.

It should also be deep enough to support your thighs comfortably and not put pressure behind your knees (that's bad for circulation).

The seat pan should feel comfortable even after sitting for an hour or more. Insufficient cushioning and poor contouring can cause hip and back fatigue, so ensure that the padding is of high enough quality to resist becoming permanently deformed.

CHAIR HEIGHT

You should buy a chair that allows you to adjust its height easily. The best chairs have a device that permits you to adjust the height of the seat pan while you're seated (a chair with a spinning mechanical height adjustment mechanism is okay, too).

Either way, make sure the adjusters are within easy reach while you're seated - you shouldn't have to get up to change the height of your chair.

If more than one person will be using the chair, make sure the range of heights will accommodate all users. You should be able to adjust the height of the seat pan so that the fronts of your knees are level, or slightly below level, with your feet firmly on the ground or on a footrest.

LUMBAR SUPPORT

A good lumbar support (the part of the chair that supports your lower back) is essential. Many chairs have cushioned lumbar supports that can be adjusted up and down and forward or backward. That's what you want, as these supports will better fit your shape.

The ability to adjust your chair is especially important if more than one person will use the chair.

A fixed-height lumbar support might be okay if you're the only user of the chair and it feels comfortable when you sit back against it.

When sitting against the lumbar support, make sure there's sufficient room for your hips and that you aren't being forced so far forward in the chair that you lose thigh support.

BACK SUPPORT

The back support should recline to allow you to sit back at more than 90 degrees. The best chairs allow your back to move and also track your back as you move back and forth.

Try to avoid locking a back support in one position. Look for a support that's sufficiently broad and doesn't put pressure on the side of your back. The support should also be tall enough to provide good support to the middle of your back - at least up to your shoulder blades.

HEADREST

If you like to recline in your chair to read, talk on the phone or relax, look for a chair with a high back and good neck and head rest.

PRICE

Good chairs are coming down in price, but they can still be costly. You can get a good chair for between $300 and $500.

(Remember this - you get what you pay for)

While $300 to $500 (or more) may seem like a lot of money for a chair, if you're among the millions of people who spend most of their workdays sitting, a high-quality, comfortable chair is a wise investment.

Paul Bacho is a certified athletic trainer in Cleveland, Ohio with over 28 years experience treating patients with chronic pain.

He's also co-author of "How to Get Permanent Relief From Chronic Tension Headaches," a holistic program that he's used to help hundreds of people get rid of tension headaches.

For more information, go to http://www.tensionheadaches.org

An Update On The USDA Allowing Non-Organic Items To Be Used In Organic Products

When the USDA stated that it was going to allow 38 non-organic items to be included under the organic label, it received more than 10,000 comments from consumers and family farmers who were adamantly opposed to this. They claim that this is just an interim approval, and that they will extend this so that the public can comment upon it within the next 60 days.

One of the groups that filed a complaint against this is The Organic Consumers Association. They actually filed a petition during the first 7 days after this approval was issued. The USDA has to publish these comments online. You will discover that out of all of the comments listed here, 99% of them shows that the public is very opposed to the USDA passing this proposal.

During the interim time in which the USDA allows for these products to be used while receiving public comment, there are some things that you need to be aware of. This is because some foods that are marked as �organic� are already using non-organic products. These include: Anheuser Busch's "Organic Wild Hops Beer," which does not include any organic hops at all; sausages, brats, and breakfast links labeled as "USDA Organic" can now contain intestines from farm animals that have raised on chemically grown feed, synthetic hormones and antibiotics; and those products that contain fish oil may have PCBs and mercury in them.

This just goes to show that companies like Kraft, Wal-Mart and Anheuser-Busch, who are profit-driven, actually have more sway over the USDA than family farmers, independent organic producers and consumers combined. Luckily, those foods that are labeled �100% organic� will still be required to be 100% organic. This means that this rule will only apply to products that are 95% organic or less. So, if you carefully read ingredient labels and look for the label to say �100% organic� you will be fine. Another option is to purchase your foods only from local family farmers at your local farmers market.

Brenda Marie Hoffman is a published freelance author and a single mom. Thanks to her lucrative business: livin-smart.net she is able to stay home to home school her daughter. http://www.organicconsumers.org/articles/article_5225.cfm
If you would like to take action, you can send a letter to the USDA. Their address is:
ORGANIC CONSUMERS ASSOCIATION
6771 SOUTH SILVER HILL DRIVE
FINLAND, MN 55603 USA
Of course, you can also email them at adam@organicconsumers.org
To keep up to date on this information, you can go to http://www.organicconsumers.org

Flax Seed Oil - What Can It Really Do For You?

Flax seed oil is a health supplement that has gained a large following over recent years. Up until a short while ago most health conscious people got their omega 3's from fish oils. You now have healthy organic alternatives to fish oil, and flax seed oil offers other benefits as well as supplying your body with essential fatty acids.

Flax oil naturally contains many vitamins which is an added bonus to your health rather than just providing your body with omega 3 oils. You'll get the benefit of many B vitamins that include...

Vitamin B12 - Necessary for the synthesis of red blood cells, this is a vitamin that is deficient in vegetarians as it is found mainly in meat. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause anaemia, and it can be given to you by your doctor via injection if your levels are too low. Deficiency signs of vitamin B12 include...

Anaemia
Loss of appetite
Hair loss
Mental confusion
Poor growth Fatigue

Vitamin B2 - An essential vitamin that converts carbohydrates into energy. This vitamin will keep you're your mucous membranes healthy, and it is also essential for normal tissue respiration. Deficiency signs include...

Cracks in skin at corner of your mouth
Soreness of tongue, mouth and lips
Conjunctivitis and watering of eyes
Increased sensitivity to light

Vitamin B1 - Like vitamin B2, vitamin B1 ( Thiamine ) also play an important role in converting carbohydrates into energy, and vitamin B1 also converts fat into energy. Signs of vitamin B1 deficiency include...

Anorexia nervosa
Loss of appetite
Constipation
Indigestion
Fatigue
Depression
Tender muscles
Nausea & vomiting
Beriberi (in excessive deficiency)
Pins & needles, numbness in legs

Vitamin B3 - This vitamin ( also known as Niacin ) helps DNA synthesis, and is also essential for releasing energy from carbohydrates, fats and protein. Deficiency signs of vitamin B3 include...

Mental imbalance
Skin lesions
Loss of appetite
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As you can see flax oil gives you more than your omega 3 oils, flax seed oil also gives your body some essential vitamins that play an important role in maintaining your good health.

When buying flax seed oil it's important to get one that is of high quality due to the speed in which it can go rancid once it has been opened. Refrigeration after opening will lengthen the shelf life of the bottle. This is important as the bottles are quite large and you only need a couple of teaspoons to a tablespoon of oil a day. On the other hand, you can buy capsules but these work out a bit more expensive, and you don't get as much oil a day in your diet.

For more information on flax seed oil visit Liquid Gold Flax Oil where you can get many oils at discounted prices.

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