Jumpstart Your Immunity System

Medicinal herbs are rich in antioxidants that help maintain good health and actually slow the aging process. Selected herbs can also alleviate age-related problems such as arthritis, high blood pressure, and deteriorating vision.

Care must be taken when starting an herb program as certain herbs can interact with prescription medications, intensifying or weakening their intended effects. Check with a doctor when considering supplementing your diet with any of the following herb recommendations.

Bilberry (vision disorders)
Echinacea (colds and flu)
Garlic (blood pressure and cholesterol control)
Hawthorn (cardiac health)
Milk Thistle (liver protection)
Saw Palmetto (prostate protection)
Tumeric (cardiac health and joint strength)

They Don't Put This On The Bottles, But They Should

I predict the FDA will step in in the next few years to begin aggressively regulating the U.S. supplement industry..And with all the poor quality stuff out there, I'm all for it..

A little more information about fish oil supplements:

Alpha Lipoic Acid: This Anti-Aging Stuff Really Works

I'm putting an article together explaining the effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) for the main site, but also wanted to throw a blurb out here. I started using Alpha Lipoic Acid a couple of months ago. I discovered an article in the Well Being Journal about the supplement's strong antioxidant capabilities and decided to give it a try.

ALA is beneficial for individuals with a variety of conditions including diabetes, cholesterol issues, cardiovascular problems and a host of other symptoms typically associated with the aging process. ALA enhances the abilities of vitamin C and vitamin E, and is a powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals throughout the body, including the major organs such as the heart and brain.

ALA is used in medical programs designed to treat and detox the liver, and can actually work to regenerate tissue damaged from alcohol or medication damage. It protects the retina and lens of your eyes from degeneration, reverses the aging process in the cells of the brain, and helps to protect against brain deterioration as we age.

It's powerful antioxidant properties also contribute to healthy skin by removing the free radicals associated with sun damage.

After a couple of months on ALA, I have noticed that my skin, especially in the face, is much tighter and has a sort of healthy glow to it. Also, the tiny wrinkles under my eyes have decreased significantly since I began taking the supplement. Not sure why that is, but I assume it's an offshoot of the free radical control.

I have also noticed that the supplement has a strong overall detoxification effect.

I have an appointment to have my cholesterol checked this upcoming week, and I will then be able to comment on any changes that the supplement may have contributed to.

I tried GNC's brand of ALA, but found it to be too expensive for long term use. I shopped around and did my homework on customer reviews, etc and finally decided on a couple of reliable online sources.

All I can say is, give the supplement a try. The results for me have been pretty amazing. After doing some research on dosages, I've been taking the 200mg form three times a day. Do take it with food, as it can, due to its acidic content, upset an empty stomach.

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Attitude Is Key!

Found this video and I think it speaks volumes about the relationship between attitude and physical health. Most men and women typically deal with high levels of stress in their lives, whether it be at work, home or both.

Men especially, starting at an early age, are taught to internalize stress. Showing emotions, such as anxiety or fear, is discouraged lest a boy be labeled a "crybaby". This bottling up continues into manhood where the effects begin to impact health and mental well being.

Pent up feelings accumulate over time and can manifest into harmful changes in the body, including heart irregularities, stomach disorders and neural deterioration.

The Latest Energy Pill Fad

There has been alot of discussion over the last several years on the purported benefits of the various energy kicker, fat burner and appetite suppressant supplements on the market.

Ephedra used to be the major ingredient in many of these products until it was outlawed by the FDA a couple of years ago. The law was later overturned, but most of the name brand health supplement stores (GNC, etc) will no longer stock ephedra-based products due to the liability risks.


I remember, ten or so years ago, when I would pop a couple of ephinedrine pills 30 minutes before a workout. I was cooking by the time I hit the gym. Took hours to come down from those effects and sometimes I would experience involuntary muscle twitches, so I could see how someone taking too much could lead to major issues.

Now the energy / diet pill market is populated by products made up of "natural" energy stimulants such as caffeine, guarana and ginseng.

Hoodia is a relatively new ingedient being sold in the energy pill category. Does it work? Check out the truth about the health benefits of Hoodia products here.

Welcome To My World

I'm a mid 40's first time father of a rambunctious two year old named Joey. When my wife became pregnant - and yes it was planned - I took a look at the calendar, did some quick mental math, and figured out that if I wanted to be able to keep up with my impending bundle of joy, I needed to make some improvements in my lifestyle.

I want to be able to play ball with him when he makes the high school team. I want to play with my future grandkids. And I want to be able to do it all without relying on a wheelchair, portable oxygen tank, or flash cards needed to remind me where I live or what my name is.

So, I've been making some healthy choices in my life. I've always been somewhat of a weekend athlete, but I knew I needed to get more consistent in my fitness regimen. Now I'm at the local Lifetime Fitness 4-5 times a week doing weights, cardio, and yoga. I'm also on a supplement routine that includes fish oils, red yeast rice extract (pills), and a good multi.

I've also come to be a big fan of acai.

Just wanted to start this blog to have a forum to share my experiences - the good, the bad, and the downright embarrassing. I'd also like to hear from others - especially men who've taken on fatherhood at a post-forty age.

More to come...