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ISSUE 5, 2007
Anti-Aging and
Skin Care
GREAT SKIN BEGINS
WITH YOU!
Everyone loves to have that great acne free,
age spot free and wrinkle free complexion and
I am sure you, the reader, feel no different. Yes,
great skin does begin with you and let me show
you why!
I love this subject because so often it clashes
with the fashion and cosmetic industry that tell
you that using topical makeup as well as facial
products will solve your problem. While I agree
that there are some great products out there that
help you look younger, the truth is that only proper
nutrition internally can pave the way to keeping
great skin.
Many people are making the connection and realizing that it is the types of foods they are eating
that are responsible for causing their symptoms.
When your mother and father said, “You are
what you eat”, they were right. So hats off to mom
and dad who knew something when they said that
a diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables provides
the body with the optimal nutrition and energy it
needs.
Quite simply put, whole foods provide your body
with essential phyto-nutrients, vitamins, minerals,
anti-oxidants, enzymes and amino acids. They
feed and nourish your skin and contribute to your
overall health. Benefits include improved skin
structure and firmness, reduced signs of sagging
and eye circles, reduced roughness and scaling,
better sleeping patterns, and improved mood.
Without these nutrients you can expect to have
greater difficulty dealing with the repair and elasticity of your skin.
Moreover poor dietary habits lead to many degenerative diseases that are easy to avoid but instead give you an insatiable appetite for junk food
and sugar. This type of diet creates free radical
damage. Eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and acne
are all signs that there is inflammation in your
body. Skin tissue is damaged both on the visible
outer layers and non-visible inner layers.
There are many things that affect the structure
of a cell and its production that topical creams do
not address. However, the most important message here is that if the outer membrane of the
cell (the protective layer) breaks down and deteriorates, how will your body protect itself against
the excess toxins and oxidative stress? Your cells
will lose their ability to resist the influx of these
toxins. Toxins entering the cell mitochondria and
the nucleus disrupt the working environment of
the cell (protein synthesis, ATP production, etc.).
This is especially true in diseases such as cancer,
fibromyalgia, IBS, and diabetes where chronic
inflammation is at work, quickly aging the body.
Excessive sugar causes your cells to actually
caramelize through a process called “glycation”
where your cells are actual beginning to change
like a turkey browning in the oven.
Prevention is the solution. Natural foods and
supplements containing the highest “Oxygen
Radical Absorption Capacity (ORAC)” are what we
need. High ORAC foods counter active inflammation and cellular tissue damage and may reduce
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IN THIS ISSUE
Great Skin Begins
With You!
- pg. 1
SILICA - Anti-Aging
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- pg. 3
Evening Primrose
Oil for Healthy Skin
- pg. 3
Muscle loss and
Aging – Advice for
the Elderly
- pg. 4
Got Spice?
- pg. 4
Healthy Skin with
Tissue Salts
- pg. 5
NEW
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- pg. 7
Spray Paint is Not
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- pg. 7
Hair Care
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Silica’s role in enhancing overall optimal
bodily function has been recognized for quite
some time. It is the second-most-common
element on the earth’s crust, led only by
oxygen, and yet we still cannot seem to get
enough from our diets. It’s role in maintaining
overall health cannot be understated as
many of the diseases of aging are the result
of the collagen-based breakdown of our
tissues. Silica is absolutely essential as
the foundational matrix for the formation of
collagen, the primary connective tissue of the
human body. Yet this simple element is often
missing from most anti-aging protocols.
Here is what we know. The average
human body holds approximately 7 grams
of silica, which is far in excess of other
important minerals like iron, yet we hear far
more about iron deficiency. When we are
young silica levels in our bodies are high
and coincidentally we enjoy having strong,
flexible bones and joints along with healthy
wrinkle-free skin. As we age, silica levels
decline and without adequate tissue levels
of silica, we manifest many of the symptoms
of aging. Effects and symptoms include
osteoporosis along with the subsequent
impaired ability to heal and repair wounds,
loss of mobility, increased aging of the skin,
hair and nails, declining arterial integrity (the
aortas of healthy individuals contain 10 times
the amount of silica of those with diseased
aortas); in short, just about any condition
where connective tissue is involved. Another
important aspect of silica is that it appears to
displace the absorption of aluminium in the
body, perhaps making it a crucial element
in preventing Alzheimer’s which many have
linked to the element aluminium.
Theoretically we should be able to get
enough silica from our diets from readily available foodstuffs like oats, rice, barley, wheat
and potatoes. However modern processing
often removes most of whatever silica there
was to begin with. Also the silica from these
foods cannot be directly absorbed from the
gastro-intestinal tract without first being
made soluble via stomach secretions causing
the production of orthosilicic acid, the form
of silica the body actually uses. Through age
or condition, many individuals do not make
sufficient stomach acid to absorb silica and
other nutrients.
In light of its many benefits it would seem
prudent to add silica to any anti-aging or
health regimen one may wish to consider.
Current estimates are that we are getting
somewhere between 20 and 60 milligrams of
silica in our daily diet, (less if we are heavy
meat eaters). When this is compared with
the much higher doses (e.g. 300+ mg) seen to
produce therapeutic benefits, it clearly demonstrates that our requirements are not being
met. A final note - if one has impaired digestion try the orthosilicic form of silica, as this
type of silica will raise tissue concentrations
much more effectively than the herbal and/or
colloidal forms.
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Skin care is therefore important not just
for our outer beauty but more importantly for
maintaining our inner health. (from Efamol
Nutritional Solutions, Edition 14).
Skin must be kept in good health to perform
its functions correctly.
Fatty acids are important components of
skin. Some of the first signs of EFA (essential fatty acid) deficiency are dry skin, poor
wound healing, and reduced ability to fight
skin infections. Omega-6 EFAs including linoleic acid (LA) and its derivative gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) play an important role in skin
health. Evening Primrose Oil is rich in LA and
GLA.
Clinical studies with Efamol brand Evening
Primrose Oil showed that supplementation
can enhance the structure and function of
normal healthy skin. In a double-blind, placebo controlled study, supplementation with
Efamol Evening Primrose Oil for 84 days was
shown to statistically significantly improve:
• Skin moisture
Evening Primrose Oil
for Healthy Skin
We all love to have healthy looking skin, but
did you know that when skin looks better it
also functions better?
Skin is our largest organ. It covers about
two square meters and weighs several kilograms. Although we often take it for granted,
skin is vitally important to our everyday survival. It protects our bodies from infection
and disease, prevents water loss and controls body temperature. Receptors in our skin
allow us to detect heat, cold, pressure, touch
and pain, which enables us to interact with
our environment without sustaining injury. As
well, skin synthesizes vitamin D.
• TEWL (The rate at which the
water escapes from the body
through the skin)
• Skin Roughness
• Skin Elasticity
• Skin Firmness
• Skin Fatigue
The changes seen with Evening Primrose
Oil provide benefits to both skin function and
appearance. These improvements tighten
skin, reduce wrinkles and dryness, and give
a more youthful glow to normal healthy skin
(Efamol Nutritional Solutions, Edition 14).
Heather Allsop, B.Sc., Ph.D., RNCP is a
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This leads to the next question – what
should the elderly consume to prevent the
associated muscle loss with aging?
In the elderly, the data seems to support the
idea of you using Branch Chain Amino Acids,
aka BCAA’s (Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine)
along with a mixture of just essential amino
acids. Leucine seems to be the most important of the BCAA’s in protein synthesis. The
researchers state that in order to achieve the
highest anabolic efficiency per energy unit it
is important to deliver only nutrients that are
absolutely necessary for the stimulation of
muscle protein.
The Bottom Line
Muscle loss and Aging
–Advice for the Elderly
Sarcopenia is an age-related progressive
loss of muscle mass that leads to muscle
weakness, limited mobility, and increased
susceptibility to injury. The exact mechanisms
involved in sarcopenia have not been clearly
understood. Indeed, an imbalance between
protein synthesis and protein breakdown rate
can lead to the loss of muscle proteins.
In 2006 researchers Fujita et al reviewed
the available literature and discussed the
difference between young muscle fibers vs
old muscle fibers. The authors concluded
that there is in fact a difference between how
younger and older muscle fibers utilize protein.
Normally, in younger subjects carbohydrates
(via insulin) stimulate greater utilization
of protein and increase protein synthesis.
However, the available literature reported
by Fujita suggests that older individuals don’t
respond to this carbohydrate and protein
mixture due to a decrease in sensitivity of
older muscle fibers to insulin. In fact, the
authors conclude the following:
“We found that whereas the addition
of carbohydrate to an amino acid meal
enhanced the amino acid stimulation of
muscle protein synthesis in young subjects,
such a combination did not have any additive
effect on muscle protein synthesis in older
subjects.”
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amino acids and a high content of BCAA’s (12grams/day). Whey protein is high in essential amino acids, along with BCAA’s, however
for certain cases just amino acids/BCAA’s
may be optimal.
Below is a list of benefits of exercising for
older adults. Keep in mind that an increase in
protein consumption and exercise synergistically has a profound effect on many aspects
of health. Discuss your specifics with your
health care provider, as the information presented here is general.
Older adults: Physical Activity and Health
Report of the Surgeon General - Physical
Activity and Health, 1996
Benefits of Physical Activity
• Helps maintain the ability to live
independently and reduces the risk of
falling and fracturing bones.
• Reduces the risk of dying from coronary
heart disease and of developing high
blood pressure, colon cancer, and
diabetes.
• Can help reduce blood pressure in
some people with hypertension.
• Helps people with chronic, disabling
conditions improve their stamina and
muscle strength.
• Reduces symptoms of anxiety and
depression and fosters improvements
in mood and feelings of well-being.
• Helps maintain healthy bones, muscles,
and joints.
• Helps control joint swelling and pain
associated with arthritis.
George Tardik B.Sc. (hon), RHN, (ND cand)
has been counseling in sports nutrition for 10
years. He is studying to be a Naturopathic
Doctor at the Canadian College of
Naturopathic Medicine. Appointments can
be made by calling 416 242 8500.
Got Spice?
Have you ever tried a spice tea? Spice teas
are aromatic, often consisting of a blend of
spices, such as cinnamon or ginger, with a
base of black or green tea. Imagine such a
cup of tea on a cold winter day! There are a
variety of commercial spice teas available;
otherwise, you can make your own, following
the directions below.
Black Tea (Camellia sinensis)
The base of a spice tea is usually black tea.
Harvested from hedge-like tea bushes along
mountainsides in the east, the “black tea”
that we know is actually the top 3 leaves of
each branch of the tea bushes. Once picked,
the tea leaves are dried; and once dried, the
leaves are then cut, roasted, and swept into
large rectangular piles to ferment.
Black tea is used for both medicinal and
non-medicinal purposes. On the medicinal
spectrum, black tea is traditionally used
in Ayurveda for conditions requiring an
astringent agent, such as hemorrhoids.
Additionally, black tea is commonly
employed as a diaphoretic and febrifuge (the
diaphoretic-induced sweat release aids in
lowering elevated body temperatures), and
also as a nerve tonic. A cloth soaked in tea
is applied to the closed eyelid to combat eye
infections, since the tannins in the black tea
help draw the infection out. Recent research
at the Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka
has confirmed these ancient Ayurvedic
medicinal properties, in addition to several
others, including anti-carcinogenic and
slight cholesterol-lowering effects.
Spice It!
On the spicy end, if you plan to create a
spicy tea experience on your own, you can
add ½ tsp black tea and ½ tsp of spice (for
instance, cinnamon, crushed cardamom,
and/or ginger) to 4 cups of hot water in your
teapot. The medicinal benefits of some of the
spices you might include in your spice tea are
discussed below.
Cardamom
(Eletteria cardamomum)
The aromatic seeds of the cardamom
plant grow in pods like peas; each pod holds
as many as 20 seeds. Cardamom plants are
a familiar sight in Sri Lankan mountain forests. The seeds are wild- crafted just prior to
breaking open in the late summer. The pods
are sun-dried whole; once dried, the seeds
are separated and used.
Current research shows cardamom seeds
contain volatile oils, which primarily target
the digestive system. To this end, cardamom
is a good carminative and is thought to provide digestive stimulation when required. Cardamom is also traditionally used in Ayurvedic
medicine for treating vata deficiencies in
the body, seen by impaired nervous system
heath. Additionally, cardamom can be effective against halitosis, and is able to mask the
strong odor of raw garlic when cardamom is
consumed after the garlic.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
A relative of turmeric, ginger (or Singabera
as it is called in Sanskrit), has traditionally been
used as a digestive tonic (indigestion,nausea,
cramping, and colic). Ginger enhances circulation to the periphery, a useful action,
especially during the wintertime!
The characteristic hot, peppery taste of ginger is due to its oleoresin compound, called
gingerol.
As discussed above, the components in
spice tea, such as black tea, cardamom, and
ginger, have medicinal value. Today, brew a
pot of hot spice tea...and warm up and relax!
Katie Patrick is a staff member at nature’s
source in Oakville. She is in her third
year of studies at the Canadian College of
Naturopathic Medicine.
Healthy Skin with
TISSUE SALTS
Tissue salts, also known as cell salts,
bio-chemic salts and Scheussler salts,
were developed by Dr. William Scheussler,
a homeopath, back in the 1870’s. Through
his research of analyzing human blood and
ashes after death, he was able to isolate
12 mineral compounds of the body. Dr.
Scheussler concluded that any deficiency
of these cells could result in an abnormal
state in the body. Dr. Scheussler made
homeopathic preparations of these cell
salts, to be administered as a single salt or in
combination, to act as a catalyst in restoring
the body back to health.
The 12 Tissue Salts are: Calc Fluor, Calc
Phos, Calc Sulph, Ferr Phos, Kali Mur, Kali
Phos, Kali Sulph, Mag Phos, Nat Mur, Nat
Phos, Nat Sulph, and Silicea.
These tissue salts usually come in tablet
form in a lactose base, and dissolve easily
under the tongue. They are now available in
a liquid or a spray format by some suppliers.
Cell salts are found in potencies of 3X, 6X, 12X
which represents the dilutions factor of the
original substance (see Issue 2, 2006 for an
explanation). In general the lower potency is
for acute conditions and the higher potency
is for chronic conditions. The dosage can
vary between 2 – 4 tablets, 2-6 times a day,
dissolved under the tongue. It is important to
know that you may take any tissue salt individually or in combination with any others.
Most of the suppliers make combinations for
pre-existing conditions, be it for skin health or
any other problem.
For more information you can contact
Baljinder S. Chhoker at nature’s source at
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Of these 12 cell salts there are 4 that are commonly used for skin
disorders. The following chart outlines the properties and uses of the
four for skin disorders:
Name
Where Found
Property
Condition/Use
Calc Sulph
Liver / Skin
Kali Sulph
Skin / Mucous
membranes
Skin Tonic
Eruptions – yellow-green / Scaly
eczema / Dandruff
Nat Mur
Everywhere
Fluid Balance
Dryness / Cracks / Eczema / Acne
Silicea
Connective
Tissue / Mucous
Membranes
Cleanser /
Eliminator
Weakness – hair, nails, skin /
Abscess / Itching / Sweating
Blood Cleanser Pimples / Eczema / Pus / Toxic Blood
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Some high ORAC foods that create a healing environment to keep cells reproducing
and refreshing healthily include:
• Acai Berry
• Green & White Tea
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• Co-enzyme 10
• Pomegranate
• Fish Oil, Omega 369
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• Almonds
• Ginger
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• Tumeric
• Strawberry
• Chromium
• Raspberry
• Lycopene
• Sea Berry
• Alpha Lipoic Acid
• Blackberry
• Bilberry Extract
• Apples
• Pine Bark Extract
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Recovery is not far away. Take the 21-day
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Cut out all white sugars, all white pastas,
breads, bagels and products containing
yeast, all soft drinks containing aspartame,
and all dairy products like cheese, milk and
yogurt (which are mucous forming foods)
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simple as 1-2-3.
So what are you waiting for? Start with
nature that is kind, gentle and always
beneficial to the body. See you in 21 days
and give us your testimony. You will be glad
you did.
Yvonne O’Donnell-Horvat is a Registered
Holistic Nutritionist and Assistant Manager
of nature’s source Mississauga store. For
more information or to book an appointment
with her call 905-502-6789.
Spray Paint is Not the
Answer
about a pair of shrubs my Mom once bought.
They were on sale because of their brown,
withered condition. She planted them in the
front yard, convinced that they’d recover.
The neighbours weren’t as convinced, and
pretty soon those pathetic bushes became
the joke of the neighbourhood. My Dad, never one to pass up an opportunity to thwart the
“neighbourhood watch”, snuck out one night
and gave those shrubs a thorough coating of
green spray paint. There stood the shrubs
the next day miraculously restored to their
green, youthful glory.
In our youth obsessed culture, our challenge lies in redefining the aging process as
an evolutionary process of learning, fitness
and vitality. It’s not enough to just spray on
the paint and have the outside look good – we
have to make the time to discover the ways of
redesigning our interiors as well. How can
we accomplish this? Learn one new thing
about your body every day and put your antiaging strategy into practice. Self education
is important to the discovery process and is a
great way to improve brain function.
-continued on pg. 8
At some point in our lives, we all begin to
feel the inevitable pressure that comes with
aging. Thanks to mainstream media, we all
think we should look younger than we are,
and with easy access to a multitude of health
and beauty aids it’s not difficult. If we can’t
actually be younger, then it’s nice to think we
can reduce the appearance of fine lines and
wrinkles in only 8 days – or appear to look 30
pounds lighter in a month.
It reminds me of a story my Dad used to tell
7
HAIR CARE
Spray Paint is Not the
Answer
-continued from pg. 7
Take stress, for instance. Adrenal burnout
is common because of the negative effects of
constant, everyday stress. Continual production of the stress hormone cortisol not only
exhausts the adrenal glands, but can contribute to thyroid problems as well. Managing
stress through exercise, meditation, supplementation and diet will be an important component of your anti-aging strategy.
Did you know that as our cardiovascular
and respiratory systems age, oxygen and nutrients are not delivered in sufficient quantities to the tissues? In addition, as a result of
pollution, soil stripping and food processing,
the majority of us are not receiving sufficient
amounts of nutrients coming into the body to
prevent degeneration.
What does this mean for you? It means
that if you’re thinking about spray painting,
it’s probably time to do a little work from the
inside out – and if you’re not sure where to
begin, there are lots of us out here who are
happy to help you get started. It’s never too
late to learn.
Anne Brownell, B.A., is an Assistant Manager at
nature’s source in Oakville. She is enrolled
in the Registered Holistic Nutritionist Program at
the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.
Hair is a symbol of our overall health and vitality. Many people think that hair care starts
with shampooing. Not so! It starts with what you eat. In general, a healthy diet of whole
foods – whole grains, legumes, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sufficient protein and lots of
water is needed. Hair contains all the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients the body needs
for health. This is why diet is so important for the condition of your hair. It is about 97%
protein, which is the building block for strong hair.
Hair loss (alopecia) is becoming increasingly common today, even among women. To prevent hair loss, nutrients such as Vitamin C, PABA, Biotin, L-Cysteine and Glutathione can
assist by preventing hair follicles from clogging.
Essential oils are known for their therapeutic properties in hair care. Some essential oils
have resulted in much success against alopecia, however they are not likely to cure baldness. To help with hair loss, you can use a mild, natural shampoo (100ml) mixed with the
following oils:
• 15 drops of jojoba oil
• 8 drops of carrot oil
• 7 drops of rosemary oil
• 7 drops of lavender oil
• 2 drops of tea tree oil
If you have never used a specific essential oil, it may be wise to do a skin patch test to test
for an allergic reaction before using it on your hair.
As well, here are some simple treatments that you can apply to help manage certain hair
conditions:
Oily Hair
Massage ground cucumber or watermelon into shampooed hair and leave on your scalp for 15 minutes before rinsing.
Dry Hair
Massage mashed avocado into shampooed hair and leave on for 15 minutes before rinsing.
Normal Hair
Massage mashed peaches into wet hair for 15 minutes before rinsing.
Shine and Volume-Boosting
Combine 1 Tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and 2 cups warm water in a bowl. Pour mixture over shampooed hair. This rinse will restore the natural balance of your hair and add shine and softness.
Jennifer Altamaniuk, RHN, is a holistic nutritionist and certified trainer, and has worked
as a nutritionist at a gym. She has experience helping people with weight loss and meal
planning. To set up a consultation, please contact Jennifer at the Mississauga store.
“Some people, no matter how old they get,
never lose their beauty –
they merely move it from their faces
into their hearts”
- Martin Buxbaum
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