Happy Holidays! Stay safe and relax: Christmas and New Year’s Day are the highest risk days of the year for heart attacks!!!

I hope this is the beginning of something good. Leukemia and Fish Oil. http://bit.ly/vpnXbh

How Your Pulse Can Predict Your Risk of Death. http://ti.me/s5R3cI

If only I was a yeast cell....Scientists find secret of youth. http://bit.ly/vmwKdP

A new study indicates that a low fat diet with fish oil can reduce the proliferation of prostate cancer. http://bit.ly/tkeTW8

Pine Bark Extract May Boost Brain Function in Students. http://bit.ly/rXK75g

Is Fish Oil Supplementation safe? http://bit.ly/tEXpET

Heavy reading here, but Vitamin D deficiency linked to mortality. http://bit.ly/rKJVUg

10% of bottled juices have arsenic levels above the FDA minimum! http://abcn.ws/twGF83

New Yogurt Study

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A new study indicates that eating yogurt fortified with Vitamin D can cut your risk of heart attack!

Did you know the average person will consume 3,000 calories during the Thanksgiving meal?! Wow! Time to up the cardio!!

Researchers: Acupuncture safe for children. http://usat.ly/tsWrKb Acupuncture for kids? My kids balk at a flu shot!

Fish oil shows benefits for reducing anxiety and inflammation. http://bit.ly/rQRy00

Interesting new study questions the benefits of a low sodium diet. http://usat.ly/rIDNk5

This tweet may cause you to stand up! New Study links Prolonged sitting to breast and colon cancer. http://usat.ly/rWCs9I

Light drinking linked to breast cancer risk. (So are they recommending that women drink heavily?)
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The Benefits of Multi Vitamins. http://ping.fm/CSSAb

Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help Significantly Reduce Osteoarthritis Signs. http://bit.ly/qmult8

Raw fruits and veggies can alter heart disease gene. http://bit.ly/oLjztT

How to Protect Yourself From Listeria: http://bit.ly/r4OtWe

These Four Things Happen Right Before a Heart Attack! http://bit.ly/p88Y3Y

The FDA has released a list of the top 10 riskiest foods. Are any of your favorites on here? http://tinyurl.com/yhmvbe8

Important study if you're on chemo or know someone on chemo: Fish oils undermine chemotherapy. http://tinyurl.com/3p9wj3g

Bad Melons! Colorado Cantaloupes Prompt Warning After Multi-State Listeria Outbreak. http://tinyurl.com/3vbxhhs

Hard Facts: Erectile Dysfunction May Be Preventable with Healthy Lifestyle Modifications. http://tinyurl.com/6ad3pvj

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New Study: Potatoes linked to lower blood pressure! No, this doesn't include french fries! http://tinyurl.com/3qs4zp3

Study Indicates Omega-3 May Offer Protection Against Asthma. http://tinyurl.com/3dlcjd2

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Eat Fast and Get Fat, says new study! And I thought it just caused me hiccups! http://tinyurl.com/3ew5duz

Today's Daily Health Blitz: Bee Pollen/Bee Propolis combo, get the buzz on this dynamic duo! http://ping.fm/6a6Zi

Pass me a Hersheys! Chocolate reduces risk of cardiometabolic disorders. http://tinyurl.com/3ga99r9

Today's Daily Health Blitz: Dermafine MD $34.99. http://ping.fm/mKeIz

New dietary guidelines for battling bad cholesterol! http://ping.fm/HYR4o

Worldwide obesity rates have tripled in the last 3 decades! http://ping.fm/SKe3c

Today's Daily Health Blitz - Ekho Heart Rate Monitor Watch. http://ping.fm/FpvMq

Daily Health Blitz for 8/23 - DiabEase formulation to assist with blood sugar control http://ping.fm/dUHDI

New study says adrenaline can give you gray hair! And my Mom always blamed me! http://tinyurl.com/3b4jafv

Today's Daily Health Deal - Children's Complete Liquid Vitamins By Buried Treasure. Lowest Price - $9.99 http://ping.fm/kcn1n

Daily Health Deal of the the Day: Complete Yoga Stability Ball Program - $31.99! http://ping.fm/eLqBu

Today's Daily Deal - Fish Oil for Kids! Extra DHA for optimal brain development. http://ping.fm/2QPEz

Here's some reality TV for you! Television time might shave years off lifespan. http://tinyurl.com/3hzx5lt

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Guess I'll have to eat something else at the Yankee games! Hot Dogs May Raise Diabetes Risk. http://tinyurl.com/3kb3wlj

I am keeping my fingers crossed on this one! 'Holy Grail' of Cancer Treatment May Have Arrived. http://tinyurl.com/3ufh84x

Fish Oil featured on Daily Health Blitz - 600 softgels for only $14.99! http://ping.fm/MGlqx

Gluten-Free Certification Program Launched - http://www.gfco.org/

Daily Health Blitz for August 12 - JointAtten Formula With Green Lipped Mussel. http://ping.fm/RQU54

Spice it Up! A new study has found that the negative effects of a high-fat meal can be reduced by adding spices! http://tinyurl.com/3jn6bfx

Daily Health Blitz for August 11: Dual-Grip Medicine Ball By SPRI. http://ping.fm/ZKwXg

A new study links red meat consumption with Type 2 Diabetes. Ugh, I love a good steak! http://tinyurl.com/42zqztc

Daily Health Blitz for Aug 10: Cellular Fusion Super food formula with Fucoidan, Acai, Noni, B-12, CoQ10, Calcium and Vitamin D3!  http://dailyhealthblitz.com

Lycopene is one of the most powerful antioxidants around with studies showing evidence of cancer prevention and benefits to the heart. Everyone knows the #1 source of lyopene is tomatoes. But don't forget, watermelon, guava, persimmons, and grapefruit (pink or red) are also packed with lycopene! Fruit salad...yummy yummy!

Daily Health Blitz for August 9 - LimuZ Acai Anti-Aging Formulation just $34.99 today only. http://ping.fm/lboWx

A recent Cornell study found a correlation between weight loss success and the size of plates and bowls used! http://tinyurl.com/4xl3jmg

If you have trouble keeping track of how much you eat, researchers have invented The Bite Counter: a pedometer for eating! http://ping.fm/Fqg0d

Today's Daily Health Blitz is Jade Chlorella (600 tablets) - $19.99. Check it out here: http://ping.fm/nG6pi

A recent study showed that eating healthy will cost you $7.28 more per week!! It shouldn't be that way!

Daily Health Blitz Bits #1009: Keep Your Fish Oil Fresh!

Fish oil is one of the most popular supplements now and many people new to supplements are even taking it, often on their doctors advice. I also notice not everyone refrigerates their fish oil after opening it. An unopened bottle of fish oil may be stored at room temperature. After you open your bottle of fish oil, remember to refrigerate it! Fish oil can go rancid and lose it's potency if not kept cool. Keep your fish oil fresh and enjoy the full benefit of this amazing supplement! To learn more about fish oil visit: www.DailyHealthBlitz.com Have a healthy day!

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Next time you need Vit C instead of an Orange, try a Guava! A Guava has almost 3x as much Vit C as an Orange! http://ping.fm/SZqVx

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What Supplements Should I Be Taking?

What Supplements Should I Be Taking?  This one of the most common questions I am asked and it's not surprising given all the information that's out there and the aggressive marketing we are exposed to from the supplement industry.  Firstly, before taking any supplement, consult your physician! 

My general advice is to start from your foundation and work your way up, as needed.  For the general population, here's a list of guidelines:

1) MultiVitamins: This is your first priority and sets the foundation of your nutritional program.  You must meet the minimum basic needs of for your body.  You don't have to spend a fortune or take mega-packs.  A good quality multi, such as Centrum, is sufficient for most.  I take a multivitamin with breakfast and dinner.

2) Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Once you meet your basic needs, your next priority would be to add the one supplement that almost everyone can benefit from: Omega-3 fatty acids.  Omega-3s have proven benefits for your brain, heart, skin, and eyes.  The benefits are too numerous to get into, so Google it and I am sure you'll agree.  Fish oil is one of the best sources for Omega-3s.

3) Antioxidants: A good general antioxidant will help boost your immune system and will reduce your risk of cancer.  An antioxidant supplement is especially important if your diet is not optimized for health.  You should try to get your antioxidants from fruits and vegetables, but if you are not getting the recommended number of daily servings  (and who does?) you should take an antioxidant supplement.  The American Cancer Society recommends 5 or more servings each day.  Other recommendations are even higher.  Good antioxidant supplements include pycnogenol, grape seed extract, coenzyme Q10, quercitin, and lycopene.  Vitamins A, C, and E are also powerful antioxidants. 

4) Specialty Supplements: This would include any supplements you would take to address a specific malady or for a specific purpose.  For instance, many people take glucosamine for joint pain.  Or niacin for cholesterol.  Before you add any specialty items make sure you do your research and discuss with your doctor.  Don't start popping pills because of an advertisement you saw!  Any specialty supplement should be taken for a specific purpose.


Again these are general guidelines, but will work for most.  Your circumstances may dictate a different approach so make sure you put some thought into your nutritional program to maximize your daily health.

To your health!