PMS, Symptoms & Vitamins That Help #2

SYMPTOMS:

• abdominal bloating
• acne
• altered libido
• backache
• change in appetite
• constipation
• headache
• menstrual cramping
• mood swings
• depression
• nausea
• diarrhea
• nervousness
• anxiety
• irritability
• stomachaches
• swelling of fingers and ankles
• tender and enlarged breasts

PMS Symptoms & Vitamins That Help

THE PROBLEM: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a recurrent condition of women, characterized by troublesome symptoms 7 to 10 days before menstruation. PMS is estimated to affect 30 - 40 % of menstruation women with peak occurrences being among women in their 30s and 40s.

The primary hormonal disturbance in PMS is estrogen levels are elevated, and progesterone levels are reduced. This increased estrogen: progesterone ration leads to impaired liver function, reduced levels of serotonin (major mood elevating neurotransmitter) in the brain, lower endorphin levels and alterations in other hormone levels.

The menstrual cycle span a period of 30 - 45 years, until a women is in her 40s or 50s. This is when hormones estrogen and progesterone that drive the ovulation are no longer produced and menstruation comes to an end (menopause). Menstrual cycles, usually last about 28 days, but can vary from four to six days on a woman's normal cycle. Each month, the inner lining of the uterus is built up in anticipation of a pregnancy. Without pregnancy the lining breaks down and exits the body as the menstrual flow for 3 to 8 days. The hypothalamus ( in the brain ) and the pituitary gland control this reproductive cycle.

Grape Seeds

Grape seeds are rarely found in the grocery store varieties of grapes. Several years ago, scientists developed seedless grapes to please the American palate. Now scientists tell us that these same seeds contain a remarkable bioflavonoid complex known as Procyanidolic Oligomers ( PCO ), recently found to be 20 times more potent than vitamin C and 50 times more potent than vitamin E as an antioxidant. It has been found to be anti-inflammatory, antiallergic and antimutagenic.

Bioflavonoids are natural plant compounds that strengthen and protect living tissue. PCO is the most potent bioflavonoid of them all. Named for their deep reddish purple color, they are visible in the skins of blueberries, cherries and grapes. Additionally, they can be found in the barks of the lemon tree, Landis pine tree, and leaves of the hazel nut tree. Grape seeds are the most concentrated source of these unique compounds, yielding 95% when extracted. This is 10% higher then the yield obtained from pine bark, the next closest source.

Our bodies can not make bioflavonoids.
Bioflavonoids strengthen connective tissue, the network of collagen and elastin that holds everything in your body together. Bioflavonoids in fruits actually get incorporated into the connective tissue throughout your body, especially your blood vessels, joints and skin.

A great way to get bioflavonoids is by taking B-Safe which contains the ingredients described above.

Antioxidants and Free Radicals

Antixoidants And Free Radicals

Other antioxidants derived from your daily diet (example: vitamins A,C, and E) stop the free radical chain reactions once they have gegun. Molecules produced by your body, such as Coenzyme Q10, also have powerful antixidiant properties.

Recently, plant-based substances known as flavonoids have received considerable interest for thier antioxidant effects. But none is more powerful then the proanthocyanidins in grape seed extract which I will discuss in my next post.

Until then check out B-Safe which I have been using since 1997 to keep my arthritis at bay. 2 a day keeps me out of the doctors office :)

Trish

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Here Is A Short List Of Antioxidants

Many vitamins and minerals act as antioxidants. Some include

• betacarotene
• coenzyme Q10
• cysteine (an amino acid)
• ginkgo biloba
• grape seed extract
• green tea
• lutein
• lycopene
• ]soy
• turmeric
• vitamin B12
• vitamin B3 (niacin)
• vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
• vitamin C
• vitamin E

These nutrient can fe found in one form or another in the following Goldshield Elite formulations

• B-Safe
• TranQuell
• Power Nutrients

Free Radicals And The Need For Supplementation

Free Radicals And The Need For Supplementation

Free Radicals cause diseases and sickness. Your environment is a continual source of free radicals. Some environmental sources include

• cigarette smoke ( your smoking and or someone Else's smoking )
• heavy metals ( mercury, cadmium, lead )
• ionising radiation ( industrial, sun exposure, cosmic rays, medical X-rays )
• ozone & nitrous oxide ( from automobile exhaust)
• pesticides
• unfiltered water unsaturated fat

When free radicals enter your body, they react with your healthy tissues and can cause sickness and disease such as...

• arthritis
• cancer
• diabetes
• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• stroke
• accelerated aging

You need to reduce your exposure to free radicals and increase your intake of antioxidant nutrients including supplementation of super antioxidants.

Dietary Supplements

Dietary supplements play and important role in common situations, such as when a person dislikes certain nutritious foods, eats foods of variable quality, has little time to prepare balanced meals, is a under excess stress, or takes several medications which strip your body of certain nutrients.

Dietary supplements are not a panacea! They should never take the place of proper and consistent dietary habits or appropriate medical care, when warranted. It is important for a man or a woman to always consult with a physician if they are currently under medical care, are taking any prescription medications, or has a history of specific health problems before embarking on a vitamins regimen.

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