Volume Nine, Issue Four IN THIS ISSUE OF HEALTH & WELLNESS: Testimonials..............................................2 Q&A with D’Andra....................................3 Shiny, Thick Hair, Radiant Skin, and Strong, Beautiful Nails.............................4 Type I Diabetes: Why It Shouldn’t Be Forgotten ............................................5 Prostate Cancer: Fact or Fiction............7 PUBLISHED BY: Ultimate Living International, Inc. P.O. Box 191326 Dallas, TX 75219 1-800-360-0988 (214) 220-1240 [email protected] www.ultimateliving.com Editor D’Andra Simmons EXCITING ULTIMATE LIVING PRODUCTS! Information Line 214-220-1240 Toll-Free Orders Only 1-800-360-0988 Fax Order Lines 214-220-1244 214-220-0021 Website Address: www.ultimateliving.com Email Address [email protected] LOOK FOR EXCITING HEALTH & WELLNESS TOPICS IN FUTURE ISSUES Dear Friends, After a lot of hard work and countless hours of proofreading, I am thrilled to announce that we have launched our brand new website! The new and improved website has more information about all of our products, lists our monthly specials and shows you our featured items. It is easier than ever to order online, and thanks to the latest technology, you can see every order you’ve placed and reorder with the click of a button. It is so fast and easy. Please visit our website frequently, as we will be updating our specials and adding new products on an ongoing basis. Plus, we will soon have video clips for you to view. The address hasn’t changed. Thus, go to www.ultimateliving.com to explore our new site. Also this month, we are releasing a fabulous, new product – Hair, Skin and Nail Formula. Our customers have been requesting this product for years, and we recently found the perfect lab and chemist to make the highest quality product possible. Our new Hair, Skin and Nail Formula is a unique combination of nutrients specifically formulated to support and maintain the growth of healthy hair, skin and nails. We have also included exotic ingredients like bamboo and horsetail root extracts in this new product. Find out more about this wonderful product on Page 4. We’ve also included an article about diabetes in this month’s edition of Health & Wellness. Since it has far-reaching health implications and because it is quickly becoming an epidemic, diabetes has been a hot news topic lately. Unfortunately, the media is primarily focused on type 2 diabetes, often neglecting to even mention type 1 diabetes. In the article on Page 5, you will learn why we shouldn’t forget about type 1 diabetes. We also discuss the warning signs associated with type 1 diabetes, as well as some of the symptoms you should look for in your own children. This article also includes the story of a woman and her daughter who were struck with type 1 diabetes in very different ways. In the article on Page 7, we are revisiting the important topic of prostate cancer. This informative article reveals the facts and the fiction pertaining to this frightening disease. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about the risk factors for prostate cancer, and these are thoroughly discussed. We also share some statistics and shed some light on the most common procedures that men undergo as part of the diagnostic process. Finally, we discuss some easy steps you can take to improve your prostate health, including some foods that can be beneficial. It’s an article you won’t want to miss. Also, we are so happy that you are excited about the new Green Miracle Shaker. We appreciate all your emails and phone calls telling us how great it works and how many other uses you’ve found for it. It’s a wonderful gift idea for the holidays. Once again, don’t forget to visit our new website and take advantage of our special offers. Our new website is just another way that Ultimate Living is staying on the cutting-edge of technology to bring you the latest news and information on health and wellness. We are dedicated to keeping you informed. I wish all of you the best of health and wellness! Stay healthy, TESTIMONIALS I use Ultimate Living’s products daily and love them. I am 58 years old and believe me - I’ve tried about every product out there. I take your Lung Formula, Flex-Support Formula, MultiVitamins, Ionic Trace Minerals, Green Miracle Capsules and Immune Support Formula. Also, Lung Formula Item # 2023 $30 your skincare line is the very best I have ever used. I use the Daily Skin Care Collection everyday, and my skin looks wonderful. I will never use anything else and that applies to all of your products. Even my little Westie, Airlie, loves the Green Miracle for Pets. Keep up the wonderful work! A very loyal and happy customer, Daily Skin Care Collection Item # 3065 $149 Flex Support Formula (Capsules) Item # 2021 $50 K.S., Maryland* Green Miracle (Capsules) Item # 2009 $55 Multi-Vitamin (Capsules) Item # 2011 $25 Green Miracle for Pets Item # 2006 $30 Memory Formula Item # 2039 $35 I use a lot of your products, and I stand by them. I Vision Formula take your Green Miracle Item # 2030 $35 Capsules, Aloe-Papaya, Ionic Trace Minerals, Immune Support Formula, Vision Formula, Memory Formula, and Multi-Vitamins. I even buy the MultiVitamin 4 Kids to give to my grandchildren. I tell everyone about your wonderful products, and some of my family members have started taking them. I have type 2 diabetes. After taking your products, my blood sugar and cholesterol levels have gone down. Thank you!! P.W., Florida* F. D., Florida* I use many of your products, and I like them very much. When I called, the Customer Service department told me about your brand new product, the Green Miracle Shaker. I ordered one, and I like it very much. Now, I don’t have any lumps in my Green Miracle and AloePapaya mixture. I shake it, and it comes out very smooth and nice to drink. As an added benefit, I no longer spill the drink on my counter like I did when I would stir it in a glass. It’s less mess for me to clean up, and I don’t waste any of my Green Miracle and Aloe-Papaya mixture. Thank you for your good work in promoting good health. B.H., Michigan* Multi-Vitamin for Kids Item # 2008 $15 I am writing this letter to thank you for your product, Green Miracle. It has made all the difference in the world to our family. Ten years ago, my husband was diagnosed with metastasized carcinoma of the neck. A wonderful surgeon in Dallas performed radical neck surgery, which took over eight hours. The surgery was followed with radiation and months of healing. The surgeon and oncologist completed all they could for him, but the prognosis was not good because the lymph nodes were involved. The doctors did not have any further advice. They just told us to wait. Months followed with my Green Miracle Powder Item # 2010 $50 husband feeling sick, weak, and in despair. A few months later, he found it impossible to work. We searched for answers. A wonderful doctor, who mainly treated women with breast cancer, helped us find the right treatment. Patients who have cancer treatments need a “cure for the cure.” She explained that the treatments had also destroyed good cells and weakened his immune system. The doctor’s treatments included Ultimate Living’s Green Miracle to boost my husband’s immune system and fill him with antioxidants to help his body fight any reoccurrence. He faithfully drank the Green Miracle, and with time he grew stronger. The oncologists have been surprised to see the change. He has taken Green Miracle for 10 years now, and we have a wonderful life. Today, he is a healthy man. The real test of time is that we are healthy and happy. Thank you. Green Miracle Shaker Item # 8030 $6.95 Ionic Trace Minerals I take Green Miracle, AloeItem # 2016 $18 Papaya, Ionic Trace Minerals Aloe-Papaya and Immune Support Formula. Item # 2028 $22 When I started taking your products, I had a very large lump in my breast. After a month of taking these products, I started to notice a difference. The tumor was getting smaller. Through your products and lots of prayer, the tumor is now gone. I thank God for you all and what you are doing. J.H., Arkansas* *Not all consumers should expect to experience the attested results. 2 Health & Wellness ORDER LINE 1-800-360-0988 Immune Support Formula Item # 2018 $45 Ultimate Living International, Inc. Dear Dee and D’Andra, Dear D’Andra, I have a 20-year-old daughter who is being treated for asthma. She was hospitalized last July for one week, and it was quite serious. I was wondering about your Lung Formula. Do you think it would be helpful? Thank you. I have recently purchased your Immune Support Formula, and I am unsure about how I should take it. Do I mix it in just water or can I put it in juice? Can I make it into a hot tea? I just want to make sure that I am taking it properly, so that I can receive the most benefit from the formula. Thank you for your time. HEALTHVIEWS Q&A Julie W. Dear Dee and D’Andra, Dear Julie, My 65-year-old sister has restless leg syndrome. Her condition is so serious that she can only sleep three hours at a time, even after taking her prescription medicine. Then, she walks the floor. She was given another prescription to correct this problem, but it has given her very negative results. Medical doctors have not helped her, but I believe that Ultimate Living products can help. What supplements would you recommend for this condition? Thank you. I am sorry to hear about your daughter and the difficulties she is having with her asthma. Our Lung Formula helps relieve respiratory problems, dry cough, and lung and sinus congestions. It can aid in alleviating bronchial spasms, wheezing and coughing by assisting in relaxing the bronchial tubes. In addition to taking the Lung Formula, there are several things your daughter can do to breathe easier. Incorporating the following simple steps into her daily routine will help her to achieve long-term results. She should drink 8-10 glasses of pure water per day, identify and eliminate molds and mildews in her home, avoid exposure to household dust, pet dander and pollen, adapt an exercise program, eat a diet rich in green leafy vegetables, and add Green Miracle to her daily routine. D’Andra D’Andra, Can my 7-year-old child take the Ionic Trace Minerals? If so, what dosage do you recommend? Thanks. Cindy Dear Cindy, Betty H. The Immune Support Formula should be taken on an empty stomach in cold or tepid water. Even if you are taking the formula 1 to 3 times a day, it is still important to take it on an empty stomach. You also need to wait 20 minutes before eating or taking other supplements. I do not suggest mixing it into anything hot, in order to maintain the integrity of the herbs. Dear Betty, D’Andra For restless leg syndrome, I suggest our Circulation Formula. It helps promote healthy blood pressure, helps improve circulation, and helps increase blood flow to the heart, veins and capillaries of the lower extremities. It also helps strengthen the walls of the blood vessels and capillaries, helps improve varicose veins, and helps lower cholesterol. Also, taking four of our Cal-Mag Plus before bed is great for relaxation. Dear D’Andra, Over the past few months, I have noticed that my hair has begun to break all of the time. It looks dull and has lost its shine. I also have a lot of split ends. My hair used to be shiny and healthy. What supplements or herbs can I take to help strengthen my hair? Lynn W. D’Andra Dear Lynn, Becky What perfect timing for your question! Just this month, we are releasing a new product called Hair, Skin and Nail Formula. This product was specially formulated for people just like you – people who are tired of having dull hair. We have included several ingredients that can help fortify and strengthen your hair, retain moisture to promote shine, and help repair damage from treatment processes. Try this fabulous new formula, and your hair will be shiny and strong. As an added bonus, your skin and nails will be healthy and radiant, as well! Dear Becky, Yes, you may give the Ionic Trace Minerals to your child. I recommend that you start with four drops a day (two in the morning and two at night) mixed with apple juice. You may also give your child Green Miracle mixed in applesauce for optimum health. D’Andra Circulation Formula Item # 2037 $35 D’Andra Cal-Mag Plus Item # 2013 $30 These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Health & Wellness ORDER LINE 1-800-360-0988 Ultimate Living International, Inc. 3 Introducing the New Ultimate Living Hair, Skin and Nail Formula ESSENTIAL INGREDIENTS FOR HEALTHY HAIR, SKIN AND NAILS Shiny, Thick Hair, Radiant Skin and Strong, Beautiful Nails By Angi Schiltz E very year people spend tens of thousands of dollars on products to improve their hair, skin and nails. These products target just one of the three areas. For example, there are countless products for your hair: shampoos, conditioners, spray gels, mousse, anti-frizz serums and much more. It’s the same story for skin, with an array of lotions, creams and gels on the market. There are also lots of products on the market to improve your nails, such as hardening nail polish and nourishing creams. Again, all of these products target just one area. In addition, they only work on the surface, and they are temporary. Our new product, Hair, Skin and Nail Formula, can help improve the condition of all three areas, as it addresses all of the nutritional needs of the integumentary system, which is formed by the skin, hair, nails, and associated glands. “The integumentary system enwraps the body and is the most visible organ system and one of the most complex. Diverse in both form and function—from delicate eyelashes to the thick skin of the soles—the integumentary system protects the body from the outside world and its many harmful substances. It utilizes the Sun’s rays, while at the same time shielding the body from their damaging effects. In addition, the integumentary system helps to regulate body temperature, serves as a minor excretory organ, and makes the inner body aware of its outer environment through sensory receptors.”1 This system never stops growing. In fact, it must grow each day, and our formula supports the healthy growth of these tissues at the only time it can be done – when they are inside your body being created. Although hair, skin and nails have similar properties, there are different concerns for each one. Let’s discuss them individually. Hair The most disconcerting hair problem is hair loss. Hair loss affects about 35 million men and 21 million women in the United States alone.2 Certain diseases (e.g., thyroid problems, diabetes or lupus) can cause hair loss. Certain medications and chemotherapy can also make you lose your hair. Other causes of hair loss include a low protein diet, family history and poor nutrition. Another frequent hair complaint, although not nearly as upsetting, is weak hair. Weak hair is brittle, fragile and breaks easily. It often has split ends and looks very dry. Weak hair is the result hair, skin and nails from the inside out. Following are some of the essential ingredients for healthy hair, skin and nails that we have included in our new formula: of over processing (e.g., hair color, perms, highlights) and even a lack of nutrition to the hair. Without proper nutrition, hair begins to look dull, limp and damaged. Hair, Skin and Nail Formula Item # 2035 $25 Skin Averaging approximately 21.5 square feet, the skin is the largest and heaviest organ of the body.3 The skin’s functions include protection, sensation, heat regulation, excretion, absorption, and secretion. The skin is composed of three major layers. The outermost layer is the epidermis, which forms the protective layer of the skin. Cream and lotions can only reach this outer layer. The next level is the dermis, which contains the blood vessels, sweat glands, oil glands, hair follicles, etc. The innermost layer of the skin, the subcutaneous tissue, supports the other two layers and gives the skin its contours. It is important to give all three layers of the skin the nutrition it needs, which includes supporting the skin internally, as well as externally with the use of topical creams. Nails Nails are small in size compared to other visible body parts, but they play an important role in helping protect your fingers and improve dexterity. They have also become another beauty concern for women. No one wants brittle, chipped, or unhealthy nails. Nails are composed of laminated layers of protein called keratin, which is also in your hair and skin.4 As I mentioned earlier, it’s important to keep your hair, skin and nails healthy with good nutrition. Because the structure of hair, skin and nails is very similar, they require almost identical raw materials to grow and remain healthy, and we’ve packed these ingredients in the Ultimate Living’s Hair, Skin and Nail Formula. Fortunately, it is no longer necessary to buy individual products to nourish each area separately, which is one of the reasons I am so excited to introduce our new Hair, Skin and Nail Formula. This formula targets Bamboo Extract: • Helps fortify and strengthen hair • Promotes the growth and regeneration of hair • Helps strengthen the hair follicle and retain moisture to promote shine Biotin: • Capable of curing baldness • Helps delay graying of the hair • Helps brittle nails Silicon Amino Acid Chelate: • Provides outstanding lubrication and delivers amino acids or proteins to the hair fiber • An organic form of silicon, which is a mineral found in nails • Can help repair damage from treatment processes like permanent waving or dying • May help build strong and healthy hair, skin and nails Folic Acid: • May aid in preventing hair loss • May delay graying of hair • May promote thick hair Horsetail Root Extract: • Rich in silica, an important mineral that helps strengthen connective tissue, skin, hair and nails • Promotes faster growth of hair and collagen (the protein found in connective tissue) Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide): • Maintains normal function of skin • Helps protect against pollutants and toxins and helps give you healthier looking skin • Helps prevents water loss in skin and helps reduce redness Gelatin: • Provides beneficial effects for people with nail defects and helps promote nail strength MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane): • Helps provides the body the sulfur that is required for healthy collagen and keratin, which are essential for healthy hair, skin and nails. Just like the rest of your body, your hair, skin and nails need good nutrition to stay healthy. Unfortunately, it’s difficult for a regular diet to supply all of the key nutrients necessary, which is why taking a supplement is important. We have worked hard to bring you a unique formula that can help provide the ultimate nutrition for all three crucial areas. Try the Ultimate Living Hair, Skin and Nail Formula today and see how easy it is to have shiny, thick hair, radiant skin, and strong, beautiful nails. 1 Body by Design V1: The Integumentary System. Retrieved September 17, 2007, from: http://www.faqs.org/health/Body-by-Design-V1/The-Integumentary-System.html. 2 Hair Loss Learning Center. Hair Loss – It’s More Than Skin Deep. Retrieved September 17, 2007, from: http://www.hairlosslearningcenter.org/hair-loss-content/cures/hairloss.asp. 3 Body by Design V1: The Integumentary System. Retrieved September 17, 2007, from: http://www.faqs.org/health/Body-by-Design-V1/The-Integumentary-System.html. 4 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). How to keep your fingernails healthy and strong. MayoClinic.com. Retrieved August 30, 2007, from: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/nails/WO00020. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 4 Health & Wellness ORDER LINE 1-800-360-0988 Ultimate Living International, Inc. Type 1 Diabetes: Why It Shouldn’t Be Forgotten By Angi Schiltz When Jodi Willardson was twelve years old, she knew that something was wrong. “I remember being really hungry and thirsty all of the time. I would easily eat four hamburgers at one sitting, and I would continue to lose weight. Once I was so thirsty that I even drank the water at the bottom of the cooler on a family boating trip – something that I would have normally found disgusting. Then, I began to get in trouble at school for sleeping in class and asking to go the bathroom every fifteen minutes. When my mom found me sleeping on the bathroom floor at three o’clock in the morning, she’d had enough.” J odi went to the doctor, where he took a blood and urine sample. When her blood-sugar level was an unbelievable 800, it was quickly determined that she had type 1 diabetes. (The normal range is 60-120.) Jodi was immediately sent to the hospital for two weeks to learn about insulin injections and the now out-dated method of food exchange. (With the food exchange method, you calculated how much insulin to take by counting how many fruits, vegetables, breads, etc. that you planned to consume in that particular meal.) of insulin (short and long acting), about four times daily. This improved method allows her to be more consistent in maintaining good blood-sugar levels. The cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown and remains difficult to pin down. There are certainly genetic links, but they are far from being black and white. For example, there is no clear explanation why Jodi’s first daughter, Kelsey, has type 1 diabetes, while her second daughter, Brooke, does not. Jodi says, “As a R.N., I knew what signs to look for when Kelsey was a baby. When she was 15 months old, I started noticing some abnormalities. In the mornings, her diapers where soaking wet. Plus, they were leaking all of the time. Kelsey was also obsessed with eating ice cubes, and she had an incurable diaper rash. I took her to the doctor, and he assured me that she was fine. He told me, ‘She just has a stubborn rash, and she likes ice cubes.’ He went on to stay that there was nothing to worry about and that I was being overly concerned. I took Kelsey home. Three days later, I decided to take her blood-sugar level myself, and it was 406. I knew that a blood-sugar level that high was very dangerous for such a young child. I called the doctor immediately, and he told me to go straight to the hospital. When I arrived, I was a little hysterical and crying, and I said, ‘my baby has diabetes, someone help her.’ Everyone looked at me like I was crazy. I told them, ‘I just tested her blood, and it’s 406. Hasn’t my doctor called yet?’ As I found out later, the reason the staff was so shocked is because when a baby that young is 20.8 Million Children and Adults in the United States have Diabetes “The doctors were very avid about me learning how to do everything myself. I remember learning how to give myself an insulin shot with a syringe and an orange. At the time I thought, HA!, like sticking this syringe into an orange is going to be the same as putting it into my leg,” she says with a laugh, “but to be fair, they use an orange because the amount of pressure you need to use to get the syringe into the orange is very similar to when you put it into skin.” There have been many medical advances since Jodi’s diagnosis in 1974. “When I was younger, I had to test my blood-sugar levels using Clinitest, which was a way to test urine for sugar. I only had to take one type of insulin, and I only took it once a day.” Nowadays, Jodi tests her blood, as do most diabetics, with a glucose monitor 6 to 8 times daily. She also takes two different types Type I Diabetes (Insulin-dependent): Results from the body’s failure to produce insulin. An estimated 5-10% of Americans with diabetes have type I diabetes. Usually begins before age 25. Type II Diabetes (Non-insulin dependent): Results from insulin resistance (a condition in which the body fails to properly use insulin), combined with relative insulin deficiency. Most Americans who are diagnosed with diabetes have type 2 diabetes. Usually occurs in people over the age of 40, but can also occur in young people. 1 Glucose Balance Pack Item # 2067 $144 Ultimate Living’s Glucose Balance Pack is a safe and effective supplement plan loaded with ingredients specifically designed to regulate and stabilize glucose levels. In fact, our Green Miracle® has been tested by the Diabetes Resource Center and has been awarded their SEAL of APPROVAL as a beneficial food acceptable for diabetic consumption. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Health & Wellness ORDER LINE 1-800-360-0988 Ultimate Living International, Inc. 5 taken to the hospital with diabetes they are almost always in a coma. Most people don’t catch it early enough. I was very lucky.” Following is a list of the amazing and powerful ingredients in the Immune Support Formula: Lately, the news has been focusing quite heavily on type 2 diabetes and the fact that it is becoming an epidemic. Even though type 1 diabetes accounts for only 5-10 percent of diagnosed cases of diabetes, it should not be forgotten or ignored. “The rise in type 1 diabetes is parallel to the rise in type 2. The incidence of type 1 diabetes is increasing rapidly worldwide, and is also presenting at an earlier age.”2 “Even more disconcerting, the risk of developing type 1 diabetes is higher than virtually all other severe chronic childhood diseases. There are an estimated 500,000 to 1 million people with type 1 diabetes in the United States today.”3 Parents need to be aware of the facts and keep a close eye on their children because the symptoms of this disease can mimic the flu in children. Cat’s Claw - a powerful and stimulating immune-strengthening herb that is perhaps the single most important immune augmenting, antioxidant botanical to come out of the Amazon rainforest. Sheep Sorrel – concentrated with chlorophyll, it can assist in oxygenating the blood and may help increase the body’s ability to fight off many invasive bacteria, viruses, parasites and malignant cells. Burdock Root – an extremely effective herbal blood purifier that may help stimulate the pancreas to produce insulin. Slippery Elm Bark – may aid the body in eliminating toxins, help coat membrane linings, and may provide an antibiotic and antimicrobial effect. As this herb moves through the digestive track, it attaches to toxins and expels them out of the body, thereby helping cleanse the entire bodily system. Turkish Rhubarb – may help remove toxins from the body and may help cleanse the liver. Watercress – has been used by Native Americans to treat liver and kidney problems. Rich in various mineral salts, as well as Vitamins A, B-2, D, E, and C, it may help dissolve kidney stones. Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms: • Extreme hunger but loss of weight • Unusual thirst • Frequent urination • Blurred vision • Extreme weakness and fatigue • Irritability and mood changes Type 1 diabetes develops when the body’s immune system destroys pancreatic beta cells, the only cells in the body that make the hormone insulin, which regulates blood glucose. Type 1 diabetics are dependent on insulin, which is normally administered by injection, to survive. This type of diabetes is normally found in children. However, onset of this disease can occur at any age. “Risk factors for type 1 diabetes may be autoimmune, genetic, or environmental. There is no known way to prevent type 1 diabetes.” 4 There is a bright side to the story. Diabetes is a very manageable disease, and most diabetics lead long, full lives. It is true that type 1 diabetics will still be dependent on insulin, even after following a strict diet (including Green Miracle), exercising and taking herbal supplements. However, the amount of insulin needed may decrease, and the chances of experiencing long-term detrimental effects (e.g., loss of limbs, blindness and kidney failure) can potentially be avoided. Every diabetic knows that the more you keep your glucose levels in the “safe” range, the less likely you are to suffer from these life-altering repercussions. Ultimate Living’s Immune Support Formula can help diabetics stay within the normal blood-sugar range on a more consistent basis. The ingredients in the Immune Support Formula are blended together using a special processing method to protect the integrity of each herb. The Immune Support Formula has a very concentrated blend of the ingredients listed above, and it can help lower blood-sugar levels, as well as insulin requirements. The Immune Support Formula may even help repair diseased pancreas cells or generate new ones, thereby increasing the production of insulin. By helping to detoxify the liver and helping to stimulate the pancreas, the body can begin regulating its own blood-sugar levels, without the help of insulin. Help your body fight this disease and order the Immune Support Formula today! Immune Support Formula Item # 2018 $45 1 American Diabetes Association. All about diabetes. Retrieved September 17, 2007 from: http://www.diabetes.org/about-diabetes.jsp. 2 Devendra, D., Liu, E., Eisenbarth, G. Type 1 diabetes: recent developments. BMJ.com. Retrieved August 13, 2007, from: http://www.bmj.com. 3 University of Maryland Medicine. Type 1 Diabetes. UMM.edu. Retrieved August 13, 2007, from: http://www.umm.edu/diabetes-info/type1.htm. 4 National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse (NDIC). National Diabetes Statistics. NDIC. Retrieved August 13, 2007, from: http://diabetes.niddk.nih.gov/dm/pubs/statistics/index.htm. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 6 Health & Wellness ORDER LINE 1-800-360-0988 Ultimate Living International, Inc. Prostate Cancer: Fact or Fiction By Angi Schiltz For the 218,890 men that will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, it is a very scary and intimidating disease. There are frightening statistics to face and multiple tests to undergo. In addition, a host of myths and misconceptions exist regarding risk factors for this type of cancer. Furthermore, the symptoms and steps to take to help prevent prostate cancer are often unclear. Let’s set the record straight. First the Fiction There are many widely held beliefs about what puts men at higher risk for prostate cancer. Many of these are simply not true. It is important to realize that men can have prostate problems and certain illnesses without increasing their risk of developing prostate cancer, even though some of the symptoms may be similar. Having BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia), prostatitis or a healthy sex drive, does NOT make a man any more or less likely to develop prostate cancer. BPH is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate, resulting from excessive growth of the prostate tissue. The urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body, runs directly through the prostate. When the prostate is enlarged, as a result of BPH, it squeezes the urethra, making it difficult and often painful for men to urinate. Prostatitis is an infection in the prostate, and it is the most common cause of urinary tract infections in men. It can affect men of all ages and may be caused by bacterial infection. Now the Facts Risk Factors Of course there are actual risk factors for prostate cancer that men should be aware of. Age is a major factor. The older you are, the more likely you are to be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Although only 1 in 10,000 men under age 40 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, the number increases significantly to 1 in 39 for ages 40 to 49, and 1 in 14 for men from age 60 to 69. More than 65% of all prostate cancer is diagnosed in men over 65 years old.1 Ethnicity also plays a significant role. According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, “African American men are 61% more likely to develop prostate cancer compared with Caucasian men and are nearly 25 times as likely to die from the disease.”2 Although men with prostate cancer in their family’s medical history may be more likely to develop the disease, it is likely that social and environmental factors also have an impact. Studies have also shown that altering your diet may reduce the risk of developing prostate cancer, reduce the risk of reoccurrence, or slow down the progression of the disease. 3 Men’s Formula Item # 2015 $28 Screening If you are suffering from any of the symptoms listed below, you should go see your doctor as soon as possible to be screened for prostate cancer. Screening for prostate cancer is quick and easy and involves two different tests: the PSA (prostatespecific antigen) blood test and the digital rectal exam (DRE). PSA is a protein produced by the prostate. It is released into the bloodstream in very small amounts. When there is something wrong with the prostate, more PSA is produced, which is easily detected in the blood. PSA levels under 4 ng/mL are usually considered normal, while results over 10 ng/mL are considered high, and results between 4 and 10 ng/mL are usually considered intermediate.4 However, excessive PSA is produced with many prostate problems including BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) and prostatitis, which is why Symptoms to Watch for: • A need to urinate frequently, especially at night (Nocturia) • Diffi culty starting urination or holding back urine • Weak or interrupted flow of urine • Painful or burning urination • Blood in urine • Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips or upper thighs 5 both PSA and DRE are used to detect the presence of disease. During the DRE the physician examines the prostate through the rectum to determine any abnormalities in size, shape, and texture. In many cases, the DRE can be used to determine whether a patient has prostate cancer or another condition, such as BPH. “The American Cancer Society recommends that both the PSA and DRE should be offered annually, beginning at age 50, to men who have at least a 10-year life expectancy. Men at high risk, such as African American men and men with a strong family history of one or more first-degree relatives diagnosed at an early age, should begin testing at age 45.” 6 Protecting your Prostate The best way to avoid having prostate problems is to take every step possible to prevent disease. The following list provides some easy guidelines you can follow to aid in prevention: Eat more fresh fish, as fish contain fatty acids the body uses to produce prostaglandins, which help keep the immune system strong. Eat peas, beans, lentils, walnuts and almonds, as they can also help protect the prostate. Taking Green Miracle every day will help provide your daily serving of fruits and vegetables. Avoid eating fatty meats, because excessively highfat diets have been linked to prostate cancer, heart disease and numerous other ailments. Try not to eat foods containing hydrogenated oils, such as margarine, donuts, cookies, potato chips, and other deep fried foods. Limit the amount of dairy in your diet and only consume organic dairy, as consumption of dairy products has been linked to prostate cancer. Avoid eating refined sugar, salty food, and alcohol. Avoid smoking. Exercise, such as swimming and walking, are great to help increase circulation. As a rule of thumb, you should exercise at least 30 minutes, three times a week to enhance your overall health. Take two capsules daily of our Men’s Formula to help protect your prostate. This formula is packed with powerful ingredients specifically designed to help keep your prostate soft and healthy. Key ingredients: Pygeum – may help support proper inflammatory response in prostate tissue, promote healthy urinary functions, and reduce congestion and edema in the prostate Saw Palmetto – may relieve prostate discomfort, strengthen the whole male reproductive and urinary system, and fight against BPH Vitamin A & E – may help strengthen the capillary walls and may help maintain healthy nerves and muscles Hawthorne Berry – may help dilate the blood vessels and can help promote circulation Pumpkin Seed – proven in France to treat prostate ailments Stinging Nettle Root – clinically established to relieve BPH Tomato Powder – may help reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 21% Oat Straw – may help soothe inflamed internal tissues Zinc – may help reduce prostate enlargement Like every part of the body, the prostate needs a steady supply of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, carbohydrates, essentials fatty acids, and enzymes. That is why it is so important to make sure you get proper nutrition each day. Our Men’s Formula can help you accomplish that goal quickly and effectively. Start taking the right steps to improve your overall health and prevent prostate cancer today! 1 Prostate Cancer Foundation. About Prostate Cancer. ProstateCancerFoundation.org. Retrieved August 14, 2007, from: http://www.prostatecancerfoundation.org. 2 Ibid. 3 Ibid. 4 Ibid. 5 Ibid. 6 Ibid. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Health & Wellness ORDER LINE 1-800-360-0988 Ultimate Living International, Inc. 7 You asked for it, We Got It! 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