Zyme Prime - a customer's opinion

Digestive enzyme - Zyme Prime

 "I hadn't used digestive enzymes before so wanted one which gave me good protein support, but even more so, for carbohydrates: I find all carbs cause me gut problems - I have an auto-immune disease - and I can't tolerate gluten.  These looked as if they had a reasonable level of potency in each tablet and a balance of enzymes which - from doing research - looked as if they would suit my needs.

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Zyme Prime - Helps with digesting food and from suffering certain food problems

I started taking 1 tablet with each meal and have built up to what I now find suits me: 1 breakfast, 2 lunch, 2-3 dinner (according to the type of carbs).  The pills have definitely helped me and I've bought more as a result: although I am usually as bloated as before, my 'midriff' is far less uncomfortable and there are times when I don't have any discomfort and, occasionally, I've not been bloated at all when I wake up - an amazing event for me!  You do need to experiment with what is right for you and to think about the food you're eating them with or you can 'overdose' and find you need the loo rather quickly, but it doesn't take long to find what's best and I'd certainly recommend them."

Review send in by Carolyn.

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Patch-It: better than placebo in alleviating swelling and ache in the lower legs and feet?

It's now official, open and clinically tested, Patch It is better than placebo in alleviating swelling and aching in the lower legs and feet!  Published in the DoverPress Open Access Medical Journal, a trial was made testing the Patch It patches against another placebo.  Highlights from the study trial -  

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The background of the trial: 

Existing therapeutic measures for swelling, aching and discomfort in the lower limbs, which include compression stockings and leg elevation, are difficult to use and inconvenient. Patch It^®, a proprietary herbomineral patch is an easy-to-use alternative therapy. This trial was conducted to compare it's efficacy against that of a placebo in swollen and aching lower legs and feet.

Conclusion: Patch It had greater efficacy than the placebo in alleviating recurring swelling and aching in the legs and feet, and is well tolerated.

 
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Authors: Shakeel, A, Hui HK, Patil CS et al.  April 2012 Volume 2012:4 Pages 21-29.   DoverPress Open Access Medical Journal.  

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Flower Power

Written by Olessa Pindak for Natural Health mag

We all know the amazing power of flowers. We bring bouquets to hospitals to help friends get well. We deliver roses to express our love. We fill vases on tables to upgrade a special occasion. Unfailingly, blossoms boost our spirits and sometimes even our health. A 2006 Harvard University study showed that people who had fresh flowers in their home felt less worried and had fewer periods of anxiety or depression.

Flowers can also strengthen your skin. "Many floral extracts have antiinflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties," says Rainer W. Bussmann, Ph.D., head of the William L. Brown Center for Plant Genetic Resources at the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, Mo. To protect their delicate blooms from harsh elements (like strong sunlight, bugs, and bacteria), flowers have compounds in their petals, leaves, or seeds that help restore and nurture life, says Bussman. And those same compounds can protect your skin. Bring some floral extracts into your life and enjoy flowers year-round. Floral extracts can uplift, soften, and strengthen your skin.

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	Rose Rose essential oil is one of the most precious in the world: To obtain a single kilogram, it takes three to four tons of roses, says Cindy Angerhofer, director of botanical research for Aveda. Used traditionally as a tonic for improving circulation, rose oil has soothing and antioxidant benefits great for aging skin.
	Orchid Orchid oil is extracted from cultivated orchids. Often considered the "perfect plant" for the skin, says Min–Wei Christine Lee, M.D., cosmetic dermatologic surgeon in Walnut Creek, Calif., the orchid moisturizes, boosts skin immunity, reduces fine lines, and soothes. It also has skin–fortifying minerals like calcium, magnesium, and zinc. And it's an antioxidant to boot.
	Geranium Essential oils are taken from the leaves, not the flowers, of the geranium. Known for its toning, anti–inflammatory, and antimicrobial strengths, geranium can also help relax tight muscles.
	Lavender The word lavender comes from the Latin word lavar, meaning "to wash." Long before the antimicrobial properties of lavender were discovered, it was used in solutions for bathing and housecleaning, says Angerhofer. It also works as a calming ingredient in aromatherapy and has deodorizing and soothing effects on the skin.
	Sunflower The seed oil of sunflowers is rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, which help repair, calm, and soften the skin. In Native American cultures, sunflower seed oil was often applied to help cure skin woes.