Why Fucose?

Written by Karen Walker


Haven't heard of fucose? Think it'srepparttar latest teen dance craze? Think again, because fucose could make a huge difference in your quality of life.

Fucose is a rare sugar, one ofrepparttar 113819 eight known bioactive sugars essential for proper cell to cell communication. Found in many plants, marine algae is purported to be one ofrepparttar 113820 best sources of fucose and has long been used by naturopathic physicians to support immune function in patients. Those concerned with optimal health should have a basic understanding ofrepparttar 113821 role fucose plays in our bodies.

Fucose molecules are found throughoutrepparttar 113822 body and are involved in many functions. For example, fucose is found inrepparttar 113823 photoreceptor layer ofrepparttar 113824 retina ofrepparttar 113825 eye. Fucose is also found inrepparttar 113826 skin, brain cells, and kidneys. Fucose is also excreted in breast milk and may play a part inrepparttar 113827 transfer of immunity torepparttar 113828 newborn. In addition, fucose has an active role inrepparttar 113829 immune system and in red blood cell function.

According to research, fucose is important in regulation ofrepparttar 113830 immune system, which may affectrepparttar 113831 activity of inflammatory diseases inrepparttar 113832 body. Fucose has also been found to inhibitrepparttar 113833 ability of bacteria to adhere to cells, without which infection cannot occur. In addition, research has also shown fucose to inhibitrepparttar 113834 growth and spread of cancer cells.

Still think fucose is new to you? One abundant source ofrepparttar 113835 marine algae which fucose is derived from is seaweed. Even if you are not a fan of Asian foods, you have likely consumed some seaweed today inrepparttar 113836 form of carrageenan, agar or other algae derivatives. Checkrepparttar 113837 labels of some of your favorite foods and you'll find seaweed in cheese, instant puddings, chocolate milk, mayonnaise, ice cream and sherbet, for example. Unfortunately for you, commercially processed seaweed products do not contain active fucose.

Insomnia Fighters – Tea Recipe And Home Made Sachet Instruction To Relieve Anxiety And Help You Sleep Better

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Insomnia Fighters – Tea Recipe And Home Made Sachet Instruction To Relieve Anxiety And Help You Sleep Better Excerpt from "...Healthy Sleep: A Guide To Natural Sleep Remedies!" http://www.sleepsecrets.info

Lavender

Lavender (L. angustifolia and others) is a shrubby flowering bush indigenous torepparttar mountainous regions ofrepparttar 113818 western Mediterranean and is considered have been first domesticated byrepparttar 113819 Arabians, then later spread across Europe byrepparttar 113820 Romans. Lavender was brought to North America byrepparttar 113821 Pilgrims and was one ofrepparttar 113822 first garden plants imported to Australia inrepparttar 113823 19th century. It can be found in abundance inrepparttar 113824 wild in many parts ofrepparttar 113825 world as well as being garden grown in a sunny, well-drained area, preferably in mildly alkaline soil. The smaller species will also grow quite easily in well-drained pots. This popular flowering herb’s essential oil has been demonstrated to depressrepparttar 113826 central nervous system in a manner comparable to pharmaceutical tranquilizers.

Lavender is very useful and effective in its usage as a sleep aid. In addition torepparttar 113827 use of lavender flowers in a brewed tea, it may also used inrepparttar 113828 form of an essential oil distilled fromrepparttar 113829 leaves, flowers and stems ofrepparttar 113830 plant. Lavender oil can be applied topically to relaxrepparttar 113831 muscles or its aroma can be inhaled for a calming effect. Rubbing lavender essential oil onrepparttar 113832 feet is a particularly effective method for application, as anything onrepparttar 113833 feet is absorbed quickly.

It is widely used in aromatherapy and can be added to bathwater, dispersed in a vaporizer or simply dabbed on a tissue and breathed in. The essential oil leaves and flowers can also be employed in a sachet underneathrepparttar 113834 pillow. It should be noted that allergic contact dermatitis has been documented in some individuals applying lavender products externally.

To safely detect an allergic reaction it is always a good idea to do a spot test before administering a full application. Also note that not all varieties of lavender are tranquilizing — some, such as Spanish lavender, can have justrepparttar 113835 opposite effect. Lavender Mint Tea (One serving) Ingredients: * 1 teaspoon fresh lavender flowers (or 1/2 teaspoon dried lavender flowers) * 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves (or 2 teaspoons dried mint) * 1 cup boiling water * Rosemary, lemon balm or lemon verbena, and rose geranium may also be added for an interesting multi-herb herbal tea.

Preparation: In a teapot or saucepan combinerepparttar 113836 lavender flowers and mint (either loose or using a tea infuser). Pour boiling water overrepparttar 113837 mixture; steep 5 minutes. The infuser can then be taken out orrepparttar 113838 leaves removed with a strainer. Homemade Lavender Sachet You will need: * Lavender plant (stems, leaves or buds) * Lavender essential oil * A handkerchief * 2 needles (1 large to fit 1/4" ribbon and 1 regular size) * Thread * Ribbon (1/4" wide) It should be easy to find allrepparttar 113839 necessary items listed above from your local craft or floral supply store. You may use lavender harvested from your own plants or orderrepparttar 113840 lavender buds online (just enter “lavender” or “lavender buds” into your favorite search engine to find an online retailer). Instructions: 1. Fold handkerchief in half, and then fold it in half again. You can ironrepparttar 113841 handkerchief for a crisper look, or simply leave it as is. 2. Now, sew three sides together using needle and thread (or a sewing machine). 3. Openrepparttar 113842 unsown side ofrepparttar 113843 handkerchief and proceed to fill it (like a pillow) with lavender plant pieces and/or buds. Be sure to use a lot of plant material, but don’t stuff it too tight. The end result will be a lot like a beanbag. Sprinklerepparttar 113844 pieces with lavender essential oil. 8 to 10 drops should be more than enough. 4. Thread your large needle with 1/4" ribbon and loosely thread to keeprepparttar 113845 plant materials inside your homemade sachet. 5. Tierepparttar 113846 whole thing off with a knot. 6. Enjoy your new sachet Valerian Root

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