Basic Oral Chelation

By Clifford H Woods

Chelation is a very simple and basic concept that can be used as a beneficial therapy. 

What it basically does is remove the buildup of toxic heavy metals in the body. It flushes them out and leaves the body feeling much better than before the therapy started. It is primarily used for certain heart issues.

Some recent scientific findings have revealed that accumulation of heavy metals in bloodstream can actually trigger various heart diseases and if you take oral chelation, you can significantly reduce your chances of developing those heart ailments. There are many oral chelation therapy drugs on market right now with each one having its own set of benefits.


Oral Chelation helps to ensure that you can really detoxify the body and start over with a clean slate, especially if you have been exposed to heavy metals in things like the food that you eat and in the water that you drink from a contaminated source.

There are environmental factors at play as well, such as the ambiance where you work and live. It is highly recommended to get yourself a proper checkup from a certified medical professional to find out just how high the levels of heavy metal are in your blood, so that you can be advised on how to take care of it with oral chelation.

Most of the times the therapy instructions will be quite detailed from the practitioner you see. Medical doctors and Naturopaths have been dealing with chelation for a while and are well versed in their use. A search for “Oral Chelation and Heart Disease” on a good search engine like Google will find you some of the most popular oral chelation formulations on the market.

You can buy yourself urine test kits, which will show you exactly how much heavy metal; you are excreting out of your body while you are on the therapy. This will also help you see the before and after effects from start to finish of your oral chelation therapy. You will be able to see the results for yourself.

You can buy the oral chelation over the counter at most health food stores and even at some pharmacies. It is a much safer alternative to taking the IV version of this same thing. You do not have to stay at the doctor’s for hours at a time and there is no injection and you don’t have to worry about contamination or infection either. It is much safer to take it in its oral form for every single person who wants to take it.

Once you do your course of chelation, you can take your urine test to observe the heavy metal output and note it down before you commence with the therapy. Following the instructions for chelation use provide for much better results.

Heavy metal reduction is a desirable thing for the health of ones body and is simple to get done. You can flush all the heavy metal contamination out of your body with this therapy and it is surely worth trying for the sake of your heart health. Maintaining regular oral chelation helps keep the body free of heavy metals and toxins. 
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Author: Clifford H Woods is the Executive Director of Vibrant Life.
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Got Toxic?

By Clifford H Woods

Most households are full of toxic products that are quite hazardous to your health. These can be products that carcinogenic, and, and they are easy accessible to others in your homes. Disinfectants, air fresheners, and cleaners found beneath your kitchen sink are undeniably dangerous products, without you even giving them a serious thought. If you mix bleach with ammonia, you get a toxic fume cloud that was used by the military during World War I.

Teflon Cookware Non-stick cookware – when these non-stick pans were introduced into American households in the 1960s, they were believed to be godsend. Gone were the days of soaking pans and scouring for hours with steel wool. But in 40 years, we have become knowledgeable on the ease of this cleaning comes at a steep price; the coating that makes non-stick in Teflon pans is “polytetrafluoroethylene” or PTFE for short. When this chemical gets hot, it gives off toxic gasses linked to many types of cancers and other health complications.

Use at Medium Heat The problems with PTFE-coated pots and pans happen at high temperatures, so if you have to use Teflon, cook foods on only medium heat or less. The best option is to simply avoid these non-stick pans completely.

Plastic Bottles Another problem is plastic bottles that have dangers of BPA and these BPA mimics the effects of certain hormones that can be harmful to your endocrine system. Most manufactures have switched to BPA-free plastic. Single-use plastic bottles are worse for leaching chemicals, particularly when they are left in a hot car or used in a microwave.

Oil for Plastic Bottles Every year, barrels of oil equaling one million barrels are used to manufacture the more than over 25 billion single-use plastic water bottles used in the U.S. Try to find a glass bottle or stainless steel bottle instead.

Oven and Store Cleaners Toxic chemicals in cleaners for all-purposes often contain ammonia, which is a strong oxidizer, and burns the eyes and the skin. Another danger lies in cleaners for the oven, which can cause burns from chemicals and produce toxic fumes that are harmful to the respiratory system. Each year 120,000 children beneath the age of 5 are involved in incidents containing household cleaners. 2006 was the most recent year for data on these toxic products.

Pest Control Products Other toxic products are those that kill pests. These all have ingredients that are harmful to humans. The active ingredient in Round up weed killer is known to cause damage to the kidney and reproductive harm in mice. Raid, a common roach killer has cypermethrin that is known to be an irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory system and also has negative effects on the central nervous system.

Chemical Fertilizers Chemical fertilizers also are toxic and harmful to health. They also are noted for causing destruction to local water supply and are a known contributor to algal blooms. When the yard is watered or it rains, the runoff goes into storm-drains and this untreated water is dumped into rivers, ocean, and streams. This creates an inequality in the delicate water ecosystem that can kill fish and degrade water quality. If you have a lawn, it is best to use organic fertilizers.

Compost Pile Another alternative to harsh chemicals is to start a compost pile to create nutrient rich soil for flowerbeds and vegetable gardens. This is your own inexpensive fertilizer that can be created by letting little food scraps and yard trimming set. This also helps to divert waste from landfills. These are only a few of the toxic products that can damage your personal and environmental health in various manners.
Make an effort to get rid of them.
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 Author: Clifford H Woods is the Executive Director of Vibrant Life.
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Skin Diseases and Natural Remedies

By Clifford H Woods

Skin disorders or diseases consist of a wide assortment of problems and can even be a sign of some underlying illness. Because of this, it is vital to get a correct diagnosis to not only take care of the symptoms but to ensure that you are effectively as well as properly treating the condition.

Skin diseases and disorders are basically related to the epidermis that is the outermost layer of skin. They are normally ascribed to viral, fungal, or bacterial infections and might be an early sign of some type of imbalance in your system.
Some examples include:

1. Eczema
2. Acne
3. Psoriasis
4. Dry skin
5. Rosacea
6. Fungal Infections
7. Dermatitis

The diagnosing of most skin diseases is very straightforward and usually can be done with a thorough examination as well as a complete medical history. But there are some that are much harder to diagnose since they might look like other problems. An example of this could be the condition such as Rosacea that requires proper diagnosis based on a clinical examination from a dermatologist.

Skin problems have a wide variety of probable causes based on condition and type. Hormones, genetics, weak immune system, environmental changes, stress and diet all are common triggers for a wide assortment of skin diseases. So it is vital to get a proper diagnosis of your condition to treat it properly as well as help with identifying any underlying causes.

It is also important to have a good skincare routine that consists of cleansing and moisturizing in the mornings, evenings and after working out. You also need to adjust your lifestyle by eating a more healthy diet, getting lots of exercise, drinking lots of water and having a healthy sleep patterns; these will help to make a difference that is significant to your skin’s appearance. Keeping well hydrated all the time is one of the best ways to avoid wrinkles as well.

Here are some natural remedies for skin diseases:

Olive oil, honey, sandalwood, and turmeric are some of the most therapeutic natural home remedies for irritation and peeling of the skin.

Another treatment for problems with the skin resulting from infections is to apply a mixture of limejuice and warm coconut oil on the area affected.

By applying a mixture of aloe vera oil, cod liver oil, wheat germ oil and limejuice on areas that are affected provides one of the most effective natural remedies, especially the ones that are itchy.

A paste that is prepared by adding cinnamon powder and honey in equal parts is one of the simplest natural home remedies for treatment for almost all skin problems.

Applying a mixture of cooked oatmeal and honey is a home remedy used for generations to cure and prevent skin diseases or problems caused by dry skin.

Herbs like chamomile, white oak bark, comfrey, mugwort, oregano, and dill, are an excellent home remedy for diseases of the skin that are causing inflammations. The way to use these herbs is to drink herbal teas prepared from these herbs.

Mix some drops of juice from a fresh lemon with some milk and some onion seeds that are dried. Use this mixture overnight and washing it off in the morning is a very popular home remedy for acne.

A good MSM based cream is also excellent for the skin.

These are only a few of the many home or natural remedies for skin problems. Do your research as there are more out there to be found. 

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Problems Brought About By Weight Issues

By Clifford H Woods

The problem of obesity and overweight matters affecting people around the world is becoming an epidemic. More and more people are suffering from obesity in the US specifically, in the West and also around the world. There are many reasons why this problem keeps getting worse. 

The main concern that health professionals have is that obesity and weight issues affect the health of individuals concerned. Such individuals are predisposed to lifestyle diseases and chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, coronary and heart conditions and diabetes.

According to latest statistics available, up to two thirds or 66% of adults in the US are overweight. Also, up to one third are obese. This is a very serious trend and governments as well as individuals need to wake up and take action. In children, statistics indicate that about 20 per cent of teenagers across North America are obese while 20% of kids aged between 6 and 12 years are overweight and obese.

These statistics are almost similar in Europe, with about 50 % of the adult population aged 20 and above being overweight. Such concerns in the West have come to the attention of the national governments. The local health care facilities are being weighed down by the increasing demand to address problems of obesity and overweight patients.

There are various reasons why this problem has been growing across the US and generally in the West. For one, individuals and families are leading very busy lives. They therefore have no time to prepare meals and rely solely on processed and deep fried foods purchased at local stores and restaurants.

Processed foods are not at all healthy to the body as they have all their nutrition taken out. When families purchase these processed foods, they get very little nutrition. On the other hand processed foods are full of unhealthy fats and salts which promote obesity. The busy lives that people lead also take them away from gym and the playing fields. Rather than engage in healthy exercises on a regular basis, most people will ride in their cars, use and elevator and sit on a chair all day. Sedentary lifestyles are just as bad as processed and deep fried foods.

The best way to curb this condition is to create awareness with the general public. Children need to be taught the benefits of a healthy diet and the benefits of playing and exercising on a regular basis. However, adults should ensure they provide their kids with healthy foods and healthy snacks.

A deliberate change in lifestyle is very important. A healthy lifestyle will definitely result in reduced number of obesity and overweight cases. Families, communities and schools should endeavor to provide their members with playing fields and gyms where they can work out and get rid of excess weight.

Another important lifestyle adjustment that can be made is use of a healthy diet. Consumption of healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, legumes, greens and others is very important. There are plenty of healthy foods that families can consume. 

These few changes will ensure there are fewer problems and cases brought by weight issues in the society. 

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Author: Clifford H Woods is the Executive Director of Vibrant Life. We Provide Great Products, Excellent and Useful Information with Exceptional Customer Care Service

Natural Remedies for Eliminating Body Fungus

By Clifford H Woods

There are millions of microscopic organisms that exist in the whole world. Among the millions to billions that exist, fungi are one of them. Fungi are considered to be decomposers. 

These tend to break things down and this would include the human body. Particularly, the parasitic body fungus feeds on the live hosts to live. 

Fungi are responsible for various human diseases.

These range from the common skin infections to the chronic respiratory illnesses and all the way up to the deadly tumors. A person can be exposed to parasitic fungi by the consumption of foods that are infested with yeasts or molds or by inhalation of fungal spores.

There is a high probability that when people start experiencing adverse symptoms, they do not include in their assumptions the possibility of having a fungal infection. However, there are effective natural remedies that people may benefit from.

The first step in preventing this kind of infection from happening to you or to anyone else you know is by knowing the types of infection that may possibly affect you with. Generally, fungi can cause superficial infections. This means that they would be affecting the epidermis or the mucous membranes. Things like athlete’s foot, oral thrush and yeast vaginitis are some examples. This kind of infection may infect other people but they are easily diagnosed and treated.

Another kind of infection would be systemic infections which would most likely occur when the fungi enters the bloodstream and develops into more serious illnesses. Persons with weak immune systems are particularly susceptible or someone who live in or have visited an area where certain spores are in abundance. Some kinds of infection can be life threatening.

The third kind of infection would be the opportunistic infection that would infect a person with a weak immune system. This can either be systemic or superficial infection. The most common types of infections caused by body fungus would be toenail fungus, nail fungus, jock itch, thrush, Candida, athlete’s foot and ringworm. 

As stated earlier, there are kinds of infections that may be contagious, so it would be better to treat them as soon as possible since they are not the kind that disappears quickly.

There are numerous of anti-fungal creams that can be prescribed by physicians and can be bought from local pharmacies. Although they can be effective, they have side effects that users should be cautious and careful about. Most of them may also be costly, so your best bet would be to try natural remedies.

For prevention, you can drink a combination of garlic and carrot juice daily since these ingredients can fight against systemic body fungus. Garlic is known to have allicin, which shows anti-fungal, antibacterial and anti-parasitic properties. 

Shredded or peeled carrots also contain ethanol extracts that have anti-microbial effects. Taking these ingredients as often, as you can, will not only give you health benefits but it would also keep you proofed against fungal infections.

For topical natural creams, you can acquire herbs to such as urtica urens (also known as Annual Nettle, Dwarf Nettle or Small Nettle, aloe ferox (also known as Cape Aloe, Bitter Aloe, Red Aloe and Tap Aloe, Marigold and Witch hazel to soothe inflammation, itchiness and epidermal rashes. 

These herbs not only promote fast recovery but they also support one’s immune system. One of the most common natural remedies used at home is baking soda to treat ringworm or athlete’s foot. Baking soda is as safe to use as a topical remedy. 

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Author: Clifford H Woods is the Executive Director of Vibrant Life.
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Natural Creams and Their Uses

Natural Creams and Their Uses

By Clifford H Woods

Oil and water do not mix.  When creating all natural creams or lotions, something needs to be done to the oil and water based ingredients so that they can combine.  “Emulsion” happens when water is permitted to encapsulate oil molecules with the help of another ingredient referred to as an “emulsifier”.  

A common emulsifier found in nature is lecithin.  In cooking, the lecithin contained in egg yolks allows a good chef to create delicious emulsified sauces such as hollandaise or mayonnaise. Lotions and creams that are all natural care are created in the very same way.


Natural body products are carefully created with botanic ingredients and other natural ingredients such as coconut oil, with recipes that have been refined over the years. Many cultures used these recipes to create not only nourishing body creams but shampoos and numerous other body products that are natural.

Most natural creams and other natural body products are grounded in ancient traditions of either Polynesian medicine, traditional Chinese medicine or the Ayurvedic medicine of India.  These fields of medicine focus on treating the entire person, not simply individual symptoms. Healers in centuries past would use a range of botanical extracts in order to treat physical disorders as well as ailments of the mind and spirit.

Massage was frequently employed as a therapy in all of these cultures. By use of natural creams and botanical emollient, these cultural healers would apply palms, elbows, single fingers, and other techniques of massage for treating headaches, and injuries such as sprains and torn ligaments. These same therapeutic massage methods were also used to help women while pregnant and during as well as after childbirth.

These traditional methods of making natural creams and lotions have been passed down for generations and are still used in some cultures today. Those companies that create and distribute natural lotions and creams use these same methods.



In fact, some women make their own natural creams and lotions in their homes.  These are also many brands of all nature creams and lotions at your local drugstore.

There is really never a reason to spend tons of money on soaps for the shower especially when there are all natural soaps on the market that are not only all natural but not that expensive. Most of these soaps are vegetable-based, biodegradable, organic, fair-trade certified as well as USDA-certified.  You can choose from different fragrances that are natural also, such as Almond, Rose, Peppermint, and Citrus.  There are also all types of lotions and creams in these wonderful fragrances.

There are many herbal skin care products naturally formulated and they make healthy skin easy to have with moisturizing natural face creams, lotions, herbal toners and cleansers, mask, face scrubs and targeted therapeutic treatments for acne, eczema, anti-aging and more.  One can revitalize the face, hair, body, and skin with healthy skin care that is made with all natural nutrients and organic ingredients.

Since skin is the largest organ of the body, you would think that women would have always made use of natural creams being careful on what they put on their skin but the “natural” or green products have only become important to people in the last several generations.  Now our shelves are lined with all natural skin creams and lotions for health and beauty, cosmetic treatments, skin disorders or conditions, daily routine and regimen for face care.  Currently you can find almost any skin or face product you want in all natural brands and brands that fit your pocketbook also.

Natural creams made with MSM are considered the better creams out there as MSM is a natural anti-inflammatory and is said to be very effective for pain management. This article is about natural creams and MSM creams, their value and use.
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Multivitamins is Your All-in-One Answer to Good Health

Multivitamins is Your All-in-One Answer to Good Health 

By Clifford H Woods

A lot of people already know that taking vitamins and minerals is important for the improvement of one’s health. Everybody also knows that the most natural way to get these multivitamins is through vegetables, fruits, meat and other food that are rich in these supplements. 

However, there are some individuals who think that they can get all the needed health supplements just by eating foods that are healthy. They think that as long as they eat healthy, they do not need to buy and take food supplements anymore. Little did they know that even if they eat healthy in sufficient quantity all day long, the amount of minerals and vitamins that they get are still not enough.

Years before when farming plants did not involve too much chemicals and when cooking these food did not contain too many artificial products, there were indeed a lot of healthy supplements that you can acquire in these food. Today, the practices for harvesting, producing, processing and cooking food has become less healthy and nutrient dense. For instance, did you know that it would take several cups of today’s harvested spinach just to get an equal amount of nutrients that you can harvest in one cup of spinach years ago?

Today, there are numerous vitamins in tablets, capsules and liquid form that have been developed to pair with your balanced diet. These were developed to provide individuals all the required nutrients to protect them from illnesses and to strengthen their immune system. By taking your daily dose of multivitamins, you will be able to protect yourself from developing heart diseases, cancer and osteoporosis.

As you all know, there are lists of different nutrients that are known to be good for one’s health. Although taking them may not have too much side effects, lots of people are wondering what could be the difference between those kinds of supplements and multivitamins. Vitamins importance may be plenty, but there are actually greater advantages in taking multivitamins.

Multi-vitamins are capable of preventing diseases, providing you with the Recommended Daily Allowance of nutrients, capable of maintaining the efficiency of cells, supplies the other nutrients that food cannot give and activates the enzymes that are essential to cellular function. You might think that these are actually the same advantages that single tablet vitamins can give. So what could make multivitamins better than the latter?

One of the reasons is that the body cannot store some vitamins. The vitamins are categorized according to the capacity of the body to store them. For instance, vitamins A, D, E and K are fat-soluble which means that the body will be capable of storing them. 

On the other hand, vitamins B and C complex are water-soluble which means that they cannot be stored in sufficient amounts. So with this fact, they must be taken daily. If they are not taken on a daily basis and they are not included in your daily balanced diet, you might develop illnesses. Multivitamins are capable of supplementing both of these soluble vitamins.

Multivitamins are capable of providing the needed nutrients when some vitamins are not readily accessible.  In this case, vitamin D would be the best example. Vitamin D is best acquired through sunlight and the epidermis can produce enough if it is exposed to sufficient sunlight. However, there are people who are living in places where sunlight is not always readily accessible. With this situation, it would be better to take multivitamins so as to not develop illnesses. 

Summary: The main focus of this article is to reflect the roles that multivitamins play in developing and maintaining a good health. The article describes the types of vitamins and their specific roles in preventing diseases.
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Author: Clifford H Woods is the Executive Director of Vibrant Life.
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Managing Heart Disease The Natural Way

By Clifford H Woods

Heart disease comprises of conditions that affect your cardiac system and include cardiac arrest, angina, and stroke. Cardiovascular disease is a condition referred to as atherosclerosis (also known as arteriosclerotic vascular disease or ASVD). With this condition, blood circulation is affected. This may lead to much pressure that thickens the walls making the flow of blood restricted. 

Unhealthy diet, smoking, and overweight are major causes of atherosclerosis. Other cardiac conditions are such as arrhythmia, which is simply an abnormal heart rhythm. Your heart could also experience defects, which may occur right from birth or as a person ages. Infections like bacteria, virus, and parasites may also cause problems related to the cardiac. 

Heart disease cause more deaths in men and women in United States than any other health condition. It is estimated that about 1 million people lose their lives from this condition every year in America, and by 2020; it will be the leading cause of deaths in the world. Nations are struggling to keep up with the increasing costs of managing cardiac-related complications.

Diet is essential when managing heart disease and patients should pay attention to what they eat. Patients can reduce the risks of suffering atherosclerosis or hardening of blood vessels if they stick to a diet, which is healthy. Similarly, if the vessels have become stiff and you are experiencing clogging, this could be slowed by adjusting to the right diet. A diet suitable for your heart should be able to reduce the amount of low-density lipoproteins- LDL.

This is the bad cholesterol, which is responsible for stiffening of the vessel walls. The diet should also help lower the amount of blood sugar, which could result to cardiac problems. In addition, taking food that lowers blood pressure also helps keep your cardiac system healthy. Fish is a good source of nutrients including protein, and contains omega-3 fatty acids.

The omega-3 fatty acids are helpful in clearing the vessels and could reduce the risks of stroke and other cardiac problems. Vegetable and fruits are also important because they contain essential nutrients and vitamins that help boost the body immune system and metabolic activities for a hearty cardiac system. Non-saturated fats like those found in peanuts and olive oil are equally important when managing conditions of the cardiac.

Simple sugars like carbohydrates found in soft drinks and sweets should be minimized. In addition, patients should avoid eating processed meat as it may contain sodium additives and nitrites, which could increase risks of suffering cardiac problems.

Some form of chelation therapy may also be of help.

Exercise is recommended whether you are managing a health condition or just keeping your body fit. This is why it is important to have regular exercises throughout your life and this helps keep the body strong and enhance the immune system. Exercise helps lower blood sugar and high blood pressure. In addition, physical exercise helps improve the flow of blood. When you exercise your body, you bring down the bad cholesterol- LDL and raise the good cholesterol- HDL.

You can manage your weight with moderate exercise consisting of aerobic and resistant training. Another important thing, which you need to emphasize on, is water intake. Your body needs water for life and without it, your tissues become dehydrated and the cells do not function properly, something which affects the management of a heart disease.
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Author: Clifford H Woods is the Executive Director of Vibrant Life. 
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