Flavonoids in slippery elm also have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to relieve inflammation in ulcers. Because of this valuable mucous membrane protective property it can also be of great use when you suffer from diarrhea – it forms a “protective layer” to prevent dehydration.

If one suffers from recurring or chronic heart burn, it is also adviseble to make dietary changes such as avoiding spicy foods and alcohol, but we can look at this in a next post.

In addition to suporting the liver and kindeys, Liver Flush is also a good blood cleanser. One of the ingredients – Centaurium (common centaury) – can have a stimuant effect on the sympathetic nervous system and supports healthy citculation. It also has an anti-parasitic effect.
Liver Flush capsules also contain Cinnamonium (cinnamon) which has anti fungal properties, but more importantly it has well known for it’s regulating effects on blood sugar levels – something for which it is increasingly becoming popular in herbal products.

Now, the specific combination of herbs in Liver Flush capsules ensure that it supports general health and is therefor an ideal product to give your body a natural boost.

Over eating, too much of the wrong foods and excessive alcohol intake or lack of excercize are not the only causes of these type of symptoms. Another factor to consider is that toxins and heavy metals can accumulate systematically in the body over many years. We are all exposed to harmful metals and poisons on a daily basis and it’s hard to completely avoid such exposure. We don’t necessarily feel the results of such exposure so it may seem that everything is in order. But when we may perhaps over indulge over the festive season – even just a little – that extra strain on the liver and kidneys may be just enough to lead to the type of symptoms the listener experiences in spite of her positive efforts. That’s why it is important to support and protect your liver and kidneys. When these organs function well they help to prevent the accumulation of toxins and metals in your body. But when they are under pressure from such accumulation, it can lead to the symptoms this listener experiences in spite of doing the right things.

Flora Force Liver Flush capsules contain Silybum (Milk thistle), Centaurium (common centaury) and Zingiber (ginger) which contain antioxidants and flavonols. These active substances in the herbs may help to neutralise free radicals, thereby preventing damage to the liver and kidneys which may be caused by heavy metals, alcohol and other toxins.

This is a complaint I hear very often, especially after our long summer vacations that fall over Christmas and the new year. It happens mostly because people tend to eat and and drink quite a lot more over the festive season. If you didn’t observe moderation over the festive season (or any other holiday or long weekend for that matter) then a natural product like Liver Flush capsules may help to get your body into action again.

Among the ingredients in Liver Flush capsules, the bitters from Centaurium (common centaury) Zingiber (ginger) and Rhamnus (cascara) help to stiumulate the whole digestive canal, thereby improving absorption of nutrients.
Rhamnus also has a stimulating effect on peristalsis in the colon, thereby helping to improve bowel motions and relieve constipation. This of course helps to eliminate toxins from the system, putting less strain on the liver. When the liver works better and the colon can eliminate better, you’ll feel less tired and less bloated after meals – you’ll experience more energy and even improved appetite for the healthy stuff.

Firstly, alcohol addiction is a serious condition and needs to be addressed from several angles, including rehabilitation and counselling, nutritional support and medicinal support where necessary. It is important to support the body as much as possible, as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

Excessive alcohol abuse over a long period leads to chronic or permanent damage to important organs like the liver, pancreas, kidneys to name just a few.

One needs to consider liver damage first as this is the first organ which has to protect the body from toxins. It works very hard on a daily basis and a natural product like Flora Force Liver Flush capsules may be useful. The specific combination of herbs help to stimulate metabolism and support the liver and gallbladder, pancreas and digestive system. Supporting the digestive system means absorption of nutrients is improved which in turn helps the body to defend itself better and to recover better from damage caused by toxins like alcohol.

Answer:
One could easily achieve more efficient management of high cholesterol with a couple of simple lifestyle changes. Most of these changes have to do with changes in behaviours which have become ingraned habits. Some changes are easier and quicker to implement than others, but the key is to remember that Rome was not built in a day. High cholesterol is not something that happens overnight, it develops slowly over many years. So be realistic in your expectations as you will unlikely see or experience instant results. Just persist because better health also takes time to develop, so most of the benefits may only start to show or be experienced well after 4 to 6 weeks of consistent implementation.

Tips
- Don’t try to implement all the changes in one go, rather go step by step from one week to the next.
- Going it alone can be very daunting, it may be easier if you make these changes together with your spouse, partner or a friend.

Lifestyle changes to implement
1) Take regular exercise – 30 minutes moderate cardiovascular excercize at least 3 to 4 times per week
2) Eat a balanced diet
- Fresh vegetables and fruit daily (veg should form the bulk of your diet – the dark green & orange/yellow ones!)
- Eat whole grains with high fibre content daily, e.g. oats, whole wheat bread, whole fruits, etc.
- Red meat (lean cuts / low fat) in moderation only 2 to 3 days a week
- Use good quality unsaturated fats like olive oil (don’t cook with olive oil) and coconut oil
- Eat a hand full of raw, unsalted nuts daily (not peanuts or pistachios).
- Avoid processed foods
- Avoid refined flour products (white flour breads, biscuits, cakes, etc)
- Avoid luxuries that are high in sugar – sweets, chocolates etc.
- Avoid fast & junk foods at all costs, especially in the first couple of weeks, as they’re looooaded with salt, bad/damaged fats and refined sugars
3) Drink only water. Avoid fizzy drinks, processed and artificial fruit juices, etc. Replace coffee & tea with rooibos tea or green tea (without sugar or milk).
4) Quit smoking tobacco
5) Reduce alcohol intake – 1 light alcoholic beverage per day MAY be beneficial to general heart health but it does not mean you MUST drink alcohol
6) Lose weight if necessary

First, remember the blood lipid (fat) lowering as well as the circulatory and anti-inflammatory benefits of some of the ingredients in Cholesterol Aid, as mentioned in the previous post.

It is also important to know that one of the complications of high cholesterol is the development of hardening of blood vessels (calcification/atherosclerosis). When that happens, blood vessels are unable to stretch and contract appropriately which in turn may lead to high blood pressure and increases the risk factor for occlusion of blood vessels and/or the rupture of cholesterol plaques. Flora Force’s Cholesterol Aid contains Folic acid as well as Vitamin B6 and B12 – three nutrients which may help to keep bloodvessels supple.

Now, there is another important issue to keep in mind: When a cholesterol plaque ruptures, small pieces of plaque travel in the blood stream and may cause a blockage in small blood vessels in organs or tissues, such as the heart and brain – i.e. a heart attack or stroke! One of the main factors that causes the rupture of such cholesterol plaques is chronic low grade inflammation. That is why some ingredients with natural anti-inflammatory effects are included in Cholesterol Aid.

Some of the herbal ingredients are known to stimulate circulation, but more importantly, to also support liver function.

I want to emphasize again that one should not rely only on medication to manage or control high cholesterol. Lifestyle and nutritional modifications are important for effective management of high cholesterol.

The most important function of the Cholesterol Aid’s formula of homeopathic and herbal ingredients, is to lower unhealthy fat levels in the blood stream.

The anti-inflammatory properties of some ingredients, like Capsicum (Cayenne), aid in reducing the damage that inflammation can cause in blood vessels. Some of the herbs contain anti-oxidants which help to reduce the oxidation of cholesterol and thereby reduce “bad” cholesterol in the blood stream. Some of the herbs also improve blood circulation and help to reduce the risk of blood clots – blood clots may lead to heart attacks.

Cholesterol aid has additional benefits but we’ll mention those in a next post.

Cayenne is a brilliant herb for those who suffer from indigestion becasue it has an anti-septic and anti-microbial effect against some microbes like Helicobacter pylorii. H. pylorii has been implicated in as a causative bug in stomach ulcers and can lead to much discomfort and pain in the stomach and small intestines.

As mentioned in a previous post, Cayenne has an effect on the neurotransmitter Substance P, which is involved in pain regulation.

Cayenne may also stimulate the adrenal glands. When these important glands are not functioning properly, you may experience fatigue and it can even lead to fatigue or exhaustion syndrome. So, if you feel that your body needs a holiday after the festive season, Cayenne you certainly be a product that may be of benefit.

Yes, the capsules contain the same cayenne pepper that people use to cook with. The big difference is that you wouldn’t be able to tolerate the amount of cayenne needed to get a proper therapeutic effect – your mouth would REALLY be on fire.

Other health benefits of cayenne:
Cayenne is very popular because it is a very affordable, broad spectrum product which may be of benefit in heart disease, chronic pain, sore throats, high cholesterol, tooth ache and poor circulation.