Mar 24
2007

5 Ways Green Lipped Mussels can benefit your Health

Green lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus) is a New Zealand shellfish most commonly found growing in the clean water sea off the coast of New Zealand.

GLM (Green lipped mussel) contains many vitamins, especially the B complex group and a broad range of minerals and trace elements. It is rich in protein, provides essential amino acids and is an excellent well balanced nutritious dietary supplement.

New Zealand Green Lipped Mussel use can help with: 1. Arthritis 2. Asthma 3. Menstrual pain 4. Multiple sclerosis 5. Skin problems

GLM contains Omega 3 Fatty Acids which are known for reducing inflammation. It also contains Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulphate which are important building blocks for joint cartilage, and may assist in the repair of joint structures. Green Lipped Mussel is thought to work by affecting the inflammatory pathway of prostaglandin and leukotriene metabolism, inhibiting inflammatory responses.

Common reasons for using Green Lipped Mussel: Can be used to relieve the pain of arthritis Can be used to reduce joint inflammation associated with arthritis Can be used to reduce swelling associated with arthritis Can be used to Assist in the management of arthritis

Green lipped mussel may even help in the treatment of joint inflammation and osteoarthritis in animals.

How much Green Lipped Mussel? The daily dosage of Green Lipped Mussel will vary greatly depending on the age of the person and the severity of symptoms. Talk with your doctor, pharmacist or health professional about how much Green lipped mussel you should take. The amount depends on the strength of the medicine and the reason you are taking Green lipped mussel. Do not take more Green lipped mussel or take it more often than what is written on the directions.

Known Side Effects of Green Lipped Mussel? Before Using: Tell your doctor if you… are taking medicine or are allergic to any medicine (prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) or dietary supplement) are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine are breast feeding have other health problems, such as high blood pressure or heart or blood vessel disease

Side Effects: Stop taking your medicine right away and talk to your doctor if you have any of the following side effects. Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing, or rash. Upset stomach and gas Asthma Skin rash You may retain fluid while taking Green lipped mussel

About the author:

Healthy 1020 was established in New Zealand during 1994. Their aim is to supply the public with the highest quality, chemical free, natural health products. These are sourced from reliable & responsible producers world wide, supported by competent, knowledgeable staff, with professional backup from qualified practitioners. Find out more information on Green Lipped Mussel at www.newzealandgreenlippedmussel.co.nz.

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Feb 16
2007

Asthma, a disease of the human respiratory system, which narrows the airways, commonly in response to a “trigger” such as an exposure to an allergen, exercise, cold air, or emotional stress. This narrowing can cause symptoms like shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing. Between asthmatic episodes, most people with the condition feel fine. This disease is a chronic inflammatory condition wherin the airways develop an increased responsiveness to certain stimuli, shown by bronchial hyper-responsiveness, increased mucus production, inflammation, and intermittent airway obstruction. asthma can be anywhere from mild to life threatening, but can generally be controlled with a combination of drugs, inhalers and changes in lifestyle. People have focused on asthma recently because of its rapidly increasing number of patients, affecting up to one in four urban children. Genetic factors can contribute to cases of asthma, but there is no clear pattern of inheritance found. It is a very complex disease which is influenced by many various developmental, genetic, and environmental factors, which work togetherto create the widespread condition.

Breast-fed babies have proved to be less susceptible to asthma. Current research indicates that the prevalence of asthma in children has been increasing. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Health Interview Surveys, around 9.2% of US children under 18 years old had asthma in 2001, in comparison with just 4% in 1980. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 8% of the population of Switzerland suffer from asthma today, compared to 1.9% in 1983. Asthma is more common in countries outside North America, but is by no means a problem restricted to location. “WHO” estimates that there are between 15.3 and 20.1 million asthmatics in India. In the U.S., urban residents, African Americans and Hispanics are affected moreso than the population as a whole.

Around the globe, asthma is the cause of approximately 175,000 deaths per year. Asthma and AthleticsAsthma appear to be more common in athletes than in the general population. One particular survey of participants in the 1996 Summer Olympic Games revealed that 16% had asthma, and 10% were on medication for asthma. There seems to be a high number of asthmatics in sports like mountain biking, cycling, and long-distance running, and a somewhat low percentage in weightlifting. It is not clear how much of these cases are results of the effects of training in the sport.

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Tyler Brooker is the owner and operator of Asthma Area, which is the best site on the internet for all asthma related information.

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Feb 1
2007

Asthma is a respiratory disorder characterized by abnormal lung condition in which accumulation of mucus in the lungs is found. Natural asthma remedies are the most preferred way of treating asthma since the conventional methods of treatment for asthma may have a lot of side effects.

Wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness are some of the symptoms caused by the narrowing or obstruction of the airways. Airway inflammation, a condition which makes the airways in the lungs turn red, swollen and narrow is one of the causes of narrowing or obstruction of the airways.

Herbal asthma aid is a natural product that is formulated with the medicinal herbs which is one of the most effective natural asthma remedies. Garlic, ginger and mustard are said to prevent the accumulation of mucus in the lungs and hence these are taken as natural asthma remedies. Herbs such as licorice have the tendency to expel the mucus from the lungs. This is used to clear the lung of mucus accumulation.

The ingredients of these products contain the herbs like Elecampane, Ginger, Garlic, Mustard and Licorice. The herbs mentioned above have medicinal properties that appose asthma symptoms. Licorice is an herb that clears the mucus accumulation from the lungs. If the patient is having high blood pressure he should not use licorice separately.

Before choosing any herbal remedy for asthma the patient has to consult a doctor to perform several diagnostic tests to confirm that he is having asthma. After the confirmation the patient can choose an herbal remedy for asthma in consultation with the doctor. The choice of the remedy depends on the condition of the patient.

Most of the people prefer an herbal remedy for asthma as it is known fact that they are more effective on a person without any side effects. It is the choice of a patient to choose an herbal remedy for asthma in consultation with a medical practitioner. They should consult a doctor before taking up any herbal remedy for asthma.

Visit : http://www.natural-treatment-guide.com/asthma/herbal-remedies-for-asthma.html or http://www.natural-treatment-guide.com/asthma/herbal-remedy-for-asthma.html for more information about Asthma prevention.

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Nov 9
2006

Have you ever walked into a room and your breathing became difficult, you started wheezing and looked for the closest door for escape? It is called Allergy Asthma.

Allergy asthma can be caused by the exposure to allergens in the home such as animal dander, dust and mold spores.

Allergy Asthma – the typical symptoms are wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Symptoms can range from mild to severe.

Most people with allergy asthma find their symptoms get worse when they are exposed to certain triggers, or allergens. Many times this will be the dust mites, pollen, mold, mildew, cigarette smoke, chemicals or animal dander found in your home.

Once you find out what your asthma triggers are, managing your asthma includes avoiding exposure to your particular allergens.

So it is important to make your home an asthma friendly place. You want to remove as many allergy causing items as you can.

Some suggestions to make your home a safe place so you dont have an allergy asthma reaction:

If someone smokes, ask them to smoke outside. This will clean up your air so that you do not have an allergic asthma attack. Make sure that no one smokes in your bedroom as you spend about 8 hours sleeping in that room.

Have good ventilation in your kitchen, bathroom and laundry room.

Dont have open fires, or use wood for heating, as wood is often an allergen.

Chemicals can set off your asthma. Most of the air fresheners are chemicals. They have become so common and come in decorator type containers. Many people simply forget they have them. Look around and remove any you have in your home. This may give you some allergy asthma relief.

Remove any other known causes of allergies. Note the room you are in when you start wheezing and look around. What could be causing it? Remove suspect items from your home for a week and then put it back in and see if your asthma is set off again.

When you clean up your indoor environment, you will find that you have less allergy asthma attacks.

Jeannie Crabtree C.Ac.

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