October 2011

Here we are in the fall of 2011. The weather is getting cooler, football is everywhere, soccer is in full swing and the kids are back in school. That usually signals the start of the cold and flu season. Even though we are not under any emmenent pandemic viral threats it is a great idea to remain vigilant and practice good hygiene. Washing hands, avoiding touching your mouth, nose and eyes, covering your mouth when coughing and or sneezing, drinking plenty of fluids, getting enough rest and drink more antioxidants. In this newsletter you will read about more good news and science on Acai, see how we reveal some secret culprits behind heart burn, learn more about our latest super drink: Dr. Tim's Sonoran Red Nopal, find out why Dr. Tim is the world's foremost authority on coconut water and learn how to manage those pesky ingrown toenails. Happy reading!

FALL SPECIAL

MORE GOOD NEWS AND SCIENCE ON ACAI JUICE

A study done at the USDA Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas claims that Acai juice attenuates or lessens atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries.

In an article published in the June 2011 edition of the journal Atherosclerosis. The authors of this article discovered that acai juice could reduce lipid peroxidation through boosting antioxidant enzymes and inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokine production. These results demonstrate that acai juice act as major underlying mechanisms for the athero-protective effects. These studies were conducted on mice models and show very promising cross-over to human application.

What all of this means is that the antioxidants found naturally occurring in acai juice work to inhibit the inflammation found within the arteries. This kind of inflammation can damage artery walls, promote the dangerous build-up of plaque and make the arteries less pliable. Hardened arteries or atherosclerosis is a common disorder. It occurs when fat, cholesterol, and other substances build up in the walls of arteries and form hard structures called plaques.

Over time, these plaques can block the arteries and cause symptoms and problems throughout the body. Hardening of the arteries does not cause symptoms until blood flow to part of the body becomes slowed or blocked.

If the arteries to the heart become narrow, blood flow to the heart can slow down or stop. This can cause chest pain (stable angina), shortness of breath, and other symptoms.

Narrowed or blocked arteries may also cause problems and symptoms in your intestines, kidneys, legs, and brain. To help prevent hardening of the arteries, make the following lifestyle changes:

• Avoid fatty foods. Eat well-balanced meals that are low in fat and cholesterol. Include several daily servings of fruits and vegetables. Acai is a reasonable dietary supplement to include for a healthy lifestyle. Adding fish to your diet at least twice a week may be helpful. However, do not eat fried fish.
• Limit how much alcohol you drink -- one drink a day for women, two a day for men.
• Exercise for 30 minutes a day if you are not overweight, and for 60 - 90 minutes a day if you are overweight.
• Quit smoking -- this is the single most important change you can make to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
• Get your blood pressure checked every 1 - 2 years before age 50 and yearly after age 50. Have your blood pressure checked more often if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or you have had a stroke. Talk to your doctor about how often you should have your blood pressure checked.

This study along with the others we have shared in our newsletters and on our website www.brazilbotaniclas.com adds to the growing body of scientific evidence demonstrating the anti-inflammatory effects of acai and the power of the antioxidants in acai juice.

6 IMPORTANT BUT LESSER KNOWN CAUSES OF HEART BURN!

Heart burn or GERD (Gastro-intestinal reflux disease) is a common and very uncomfortable disorder for many of us. It causes a burning in the chest and sometimes stomach fluids to come back up hence the name reflux. Here are some leading causes that are not so well known:

Smoking
Overweight
Drugs; anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprophen and aspirin.
Stress
Peppermint
Genetics

Dr. Tim: The World's Foremost Authority on Coconut Water!

Dr. Tim, CEO of Dr. Tim's Juices and creator of Better Than Water, Vitela, ISO-5 and now COCO-5 is considered as the worlds foremost authority on coconut water. Dr. Tim is a surgeon, board certified, professor of anatomy, biology and physiology,research scientist, formulator and CEO of Dr. Tim's Juices a healthy beverage company. But by the look of his office you might think he has only one thing on his mind these days; coconuts!

Dr. Tim has traveled the world searching for exotic fruits with health benefits to create healthy drinks. "It was on one of my tips into the Amazon where I discovered first hand the hydrating health benefits of coconut water". Although Dr. Tim had consumed coconut water years before he wasn't fully aware of just how good coconut water is for your body. "I have to admit I was not a fan of the taste of coconut water but after realizing how much better I felt after drinking it I knew that I could do something with this". After returning from the Amazon Dr. Tim went to work dedicating the next 6 years to learning and knowing everything he could about coconut water.

Dr. Tim has travelled from the South Pacific to Southeast Asia, from South America to the Middle East to research coconut water including coconut water from Africa, India and Indonesia. "I have been experimenting with coconut water in many different ways over the past 6 years" says Dr. Tim. Dr. Tim points out that his formulations and flavor profiles have been tested and used at every level of sports from the amatuer to the elite professional. In fact the 2010 Stanley Cup champion Chicago Blackhawks are entering their 4th year using Dr. Tim's coconut water sports drinks. "Our formulations have been so successful that we have also created an energy drink and a protein recovery drink."

Taste is important. While coconut water drinks are commanding more shelf space, taste remains a problem. Dr. Tim says "we have conducted hundreds of taste tests and have concluded that while there exists a niche of passionate consumers who love the taste of coconut water the average person is far less enchanted by its flavor." Overall coconut water drinks are not preferred as a sport drink replacement and if you have tasted one you know why. Coconut water has a very raw, fresh-grass taste that has a heavy mouth feel and leaves a rather unpleasant after taste. "I saw this aspect of coconut water as the most intriguing and where we could make the biggest improvement." Dr. Tim's Juices as a company prides itself in the technology and skill they have in turning bad tasting healthy fruits into great tasting healthy beverages while maintaining the integrity of the original fruit. The success behind Dr. Tim's coconut water products is both taste and performance.

Dr. Tim quoined the term "5 Essential Electrolytes". "Yes, it was shortly after discovering that coconut water had been used as a replacement for IV solutions during the 2nd world war in the south pacific that I focused on the electrolyte content of coconut water." Electrolytes are the chemicals in our blood and other body fluids that act as gating mechanisms for the flow of fluids between cells. Without the proper concentrations and balance of these electrolytes fluids can be kept out of cells and thereby result in dehydration that can be mild to life threatening. Although several other coconut water companies use Dr. Tim's reference to 5 essential electrolytes "they fail to recognize the ones that really make the difference" says Dr. Tim.

Coconut water has even more to give beyond the naturally occurring electrolytes. Coconut water also contains protein, amino acids, iron and B vitamins. Some say that coconut water is a craze or fad, but Dr. Tim says that he will continue to be the ambassador for coconut water. Dr. Tim has appeared on TV and radio, written numerous articles, is a popular speaker and can be found on Youtube and Facebook validating the goodness of coconut water. Because of the depth of his research and work Dr. Tim truly is the world's foremost authority on coconut water.

Nopal Cactus plant normalizes blood sugar, treats diabetes & boosts insulin sensitivity

The prickly pear cactus, otherwise known as the nopal cactus in Mexico exhibits multiple medicinal effects that can be beneficial to many. Professor of nutrition Winston F. Craig, Ph.D., Andrews University, in Michigan claims that the prickly pear (nopal cactus) can help with diabetes, lower blood sugar levels and offer other health benefits.

- The ability for the prickly pear cactus (nopal) to lower blood sugar has been well documented by many studies. In traditional Mexican medicine, nopal is used for treating type-2 Diabetes.

- Mexican researchers found that people with non-insulin-dependent diabetes given broiled nopal stems experienced a large drop in blood sugar levels.

- It has been shown that daily consumption of 250mg of this plant will lower total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels, according to a recent study. HDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels were not affected.

More research on the nopal cactus was reported In the January 1988 edition of the journal Diabetes Care. Studies of the Hypoglycemic effect of Opuntia streptacantha Lemaire (Nopal) in NIDDM were conducted at Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital de Especialidades del Centro Médico La Raza, Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social, Mexico D.F. by Frati-Munari AC, Gordillo BE, Altamirano P and Ariza CR.

The study showed that the stems of O. streptacantha Lem. (Nopal) cause a hypoglycemic effect in patients with NIDDM (non-insulin dependent diabetes) . The mechanism of this effect is not known, but increased insulin sensitivity is suggested.

This same team in 1991 demonstrated the Influence of nopal intake upon fasting glycemia in type II diabetics and healthy subjects. They found that acute hypoglycemic effect of nopal was observed in patients with NIDDM but not in healthy subjects. This means that the effect of the nopal on study subjects who had NIDDM or diabetes showed that it helped to decrease their blood sugar levels.

Still more research on the effects of raw and cooked nopal (Opuntia ficus indica) ingestion on growth and profile of total cholesterol, lipoproteins, and blood glucose in rats has been conducted. Researchers from the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, México found that rats fed raw nopal at 12% concentration levels had a 34% reduction in LDL cholesterol levels; thus, it was concluded that raw nopal had a potentially beneficial effect for hyper-cholesterolemic individuals. Also that Rats fed the 12% concentration of nopal had lower weight gains (P < 0.05) when compared with counterparts fed 6% nopal or the control diet.

Nopal juice has recently been recommended for a variety of disorders including metabolic, cardiovascular, and digestive. Over 12,000 years ago Ancient Mexican cultures originally began consuming the Nopal cactus for its nutritional qualities and ultimately adopted the Nopal cactus as a healing food. Over the last two decades modern science and research has increasingly focused on identifying the beneficial elements of many different indigenous and traditional therapies including Nopal. The Nopal cactus has rightfully garnered this attention and has demonstrated some remarkable findings.

Dr. Tim's RED NOPAL CONTAINS:

• All Natural Superfood Ingredients
• 100% Juice with 85% Pure Red Nopal Juice
• Irresistibly Smooth & Delicious
• Best Red Nopal Taste
• Exclusive Cryoflux Process
• Contains powerful antioxidants
• Soluble Fiber
• Betalains
• Taurine
• Carotenoids
• Ascorbic acid
• Flavonoids
• Polyphenols

Traditionally used for:

• Weight Loss
• High Blood Sugar
• High Cholesterol
• Inflammation
• Obesity
• Hangovers
• Gastrointestinal Disorders
• Inhibits Cancer Growth
• Liver & Colon Health

Our customer of the month for October is Nancy Pike.

She shares this about her experience with Dr. Tim's Juices: "I LOVE this Goji juice and am a 'proven example' that this juice works !!!! I have been using this juice from Dr. Tim for almost 5 years...I use to have many different cancers, especially the breast. I also had a lot of colds, flu, bronchitis, sore throats, fevers, very tired, etc. Since I have been on this Goji juice I have NOT had any more colds etc. or cancer...for real! I have a lot of faith in God and with also using this juice, I am feeling so much better...my counts on every thing is so much better now. Thanks Dr. Tim for all your research and time to find these amazing juices...may God Bless you. My life is better, more healthy and happier." Thanks again Nancy Pike

We will be sending Nancy a free 6 pack of Goji Juice. Thanks Nancy for being one of our great customers!

	What To Do With An Ingrown Toenail?

One of the most common ailments that afflicts the human foot is the dreaded ingrown toenail. Just saying those words conjures up thoughts of painful, tender, red, swollen, throbbing, hideous mass of toe flesh and toenail. So what is an ingrown toenail? An ingrown toenail is a nail typically on the great toe that becomes incurvated or grows too long and puts pressure on the flesh and nerves under the nail. The great toe has nerves that go up both sides of the toe with branches that underlie the edges of your toenail. Your big toenail is the largest nail structure on your body. Toenails are are thought to provide protection to the tiny fragile bone called the distal phalanx that sits just under the nail. The toenail consists of a matrix or root from which the nail grows. The lunula or half moon pink base that you can see closest to the skin on your digit is a part of this. The rest of the nail although attached is pretty much dead keratin. It is made from the same protein that makes hair. Toenails and fingernails are dynamic structures meaning that they grow constantly and need to be trimmed and cared for regularly. It is when the nail grows too long or curves around and underneath on the edges that ingrown toenails emerge. This is painful in and of itself alone. However they can become worse when the nail actually penetrates the skin and creates a wound. This wound is easily infected by common bacterial organisms that live on your skin. You can tell if it is infected by the way it looks, feels and yes, smells. If it is infected then the skin will be red, you may see pus or other clear drainage, it may have a distinct foul odor and of course it will be super sensitive. Beware that you don't let this condition go unchecked because that infection can spread up into your foot and even poison your body. Red streaking up the toe and foot should be the alarm that will send you to the emergency room. If you have this condition you should definitely see your foot doctor and take care of it. Your foot doctor can take care of any infections as well as resolve your ingrown nails permanently.