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(1)Digestive System

The digestive system carries out a series of physical and chemical changes by which food is broken down in preparation for absorption from the intestinal system into the bloodstream. The digestive system includes the

mouth

pharynx

esophagus

stomach

small intestine

large intestine (colon).

Digestive juices, called ENZYMES cause the chemical breakdown of food. Further processing takes place in the small and large intestine. Imbalances in this system effect nutrient absorption; therefore impact all other body systems. The circulatory system is often effected by imbalances in the digestive system as unwanted toxins, free-radicals, and/or foreign proteins, are absorbed into the blood-stream. Elimination is often stagnated. The need for EFFICIENT digestion cannot be over-stated.

Key Products:
Digestive Enzymes, Garden Essence, LIV-Gd, Protein Digestive Aid

(2) Intestinal System

The intestinal system is part of the digestive system and consists of the

small intestine(upper GI) and

large intestine (lower GI)
It is here in the small intestine that the vital nutrients which the body needs are absorbed into the blood stream. In the large intestine WATER or FLUID is absorbed from the digestive waste and all other waste subsequently eliminated from the body. Peak efficiency results from

good colon MUSCLE tone

a healthy FRIENDLY BACTERIAL environment. See Yeast Connections and

sufficient amounts of indigestible FIBRE that will give bulk to the stool.
Imbalances of the intestinal system affect all other systems. The result is a general decline in health caused by the build-up of waste and toxins in the body.
Herbalists traditionally start a program with cleansing the intestinal system before moving on to other systems, since the intestines must carry away the by-products resulting from any cleansing program.

Key Products:
Acidophilus/Bifidobacteria, Cascara Sagrada, LBSII or LB-x with Psyllium Hulls in Combination(bulk), Capsules or LoClo(bulk dietary fibre also known to help lower cholesterol). We also have two cleansing packs, pre-packaged for easier consumption and usually used for only 2 or 3 weeks, 3 or 4 times a year!! Para Pak (addresses parasites in the colon) and Tiao He Pak (addresses blood purification)

(3) Circulatory System

Consisting of the

heart

blood

blood vessels and

lymphatic vessels
The blood circulatory system is an incredible network of over 60,000 miles of blood vessels. With the heart at its center, it transports life-giving oxygen to cells while carrying away harmful by-products. Maintaining this part of the system requires

pure water

REGULAR AEROBIC exercise See EXERCISE

stress management

good nutritional support and

the absence of heavy metals, excess 'fractured' fats/oils, coal tar, nicotine, and many other 'free radicals' we are exposed to in our environment.

The lymphatic vessels contain approximately 4 times as much clear fluid as there is blood fluid. It has NO PUMP! -only the exercise of our arms and legs, to keep it moving. It acts like a vacuum cleaner as it pulls waste and 'garbage' from around our cells and empties it into the fluid excretory systems.

Key Products:
High Potency Garlic, GraPine with Protectors(contains bioflavanoids known to improve the circulation right out to the end of the capillaries), MC(chelates unwanted toxic metals/minerals), and Super Oil Caps (utilizing the essential oils for our best circulation) and LYM-Mx(to maximize the activity of the Lymph Pathways.

(4) Nervous System

The Nervous system consists of

the central nervous system (including the brain and spinal cord)

the peripheral nervous system

the sensory system (includes eyes, ears, nose and tongue)
Its prime function is to communicate responses between the internal and external environments.
Imbalances in this system interfere with our response to the external environment and can cause us to react negatively toward stressors. A nervous system imbalance can effect all the body systems and interfere with our general sense of well-being.

Key Products:
Comb Eight, RE-X, Stress Formula (natural B Vit's with Vit C) and/or HVP
SEE Chiropractic

(5) Immune System

The immune system is not an organ or group of cells, but rather it is the sum of the body's defense functions. It is made up of white blood cells and T-cells, macrophage, lymphokines and enzymes such as immune globins, superoxide dismutase and histamine. The overall function of these defenses is to correctly identify and eliminate from the body metabolic waste, cell mutations and allergens. Immune processes are a part of every cell and effect all the systems of the body.

A healthy immune system is essential for good health.

Key Products:
Cat's Claw Comb., Echinacea Purpurea, Immuno Pak and LYM-MX along with Super Vitamins/Minerals with extra Vit C, Vit A and Alfalfa for trace minerals.

(6) Respiratory Systems

The respiratory system is made up of the lungs, trachea, throat, mouth and sinuses. Its prime function is to supply oxygen to the blood at the same time as eliminating the CO2. It also functions to trap and expel airborne toxins. Imbalances of the respiratory system often effect the immune, circulatory and nervous systems.


Key Products:
Al-J, LH and Vit A,
For sinuses - SN-X

(7) Urinary System

The urinary system is made up of the kidneys, bladder, ureter and urethra. Its prime functions are to maintain proper fluid balance in the body, remove toxins from the blood and eliminate them as urine(liquid). Imbalances in the urinary system often effect the glandular and circulatory systems, particularly the reproductive organs, adrenal glands and the major blood vessels.


Key Products:
Comb K, Potas and 8 - 10 glasses of clean water daily

(8) Glandular System

The glandular system is made up of the hormone-producing organs of the body, including the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, thymus, adrenal, pancreas and the gonads [testes(m) and ovaries(w)]. These glands perform a myriad of regulatory functions, including temperature control, metabolic rate, sugar metabolism, handling of stressors, growth, reproductive activity, even helping to hold the calcium in the body-structure. The pancreas may be the most important one, as we are unable to function without it.

Key Products:
Chromium, Evening Primrose Oil, Kelp, Korean Ginseng & Men's Formula for the man, Siberian Ginseng for male and/or female, and Women's Formula containing Dong Quai

(9) Structural System

The structural system is made up of bones, teeth, muscles and connective tissues (tendons, ligaments, etc.) Its prime function is to provide the body with form and frame, and give the body the ability to move and work. Calcium, one of the most abundant minerals in the body, is used constantly to replace old bone tissue. Imbalances in the structural system often effect the nervous, circulatory and urinary systems. The other side of this system is skin, nails and hair. Skin, the largest organ of the body and often referred to as our 'third' kidney, shields the body from the outside environment while also acting as a cooling system. Good elimination is necessary from the skin, or extra stress is put on the kidneys. Skin, nails and hair need to be supported nutritionally from the inside and cleansed from the outside to help rid the body of toxins and maintain good health.

Key Products:
SynerPro Calcium Magnesium, Ca ATC Concentrate(an organic form of CA from herbs), HSN-W (High in organic Silica) and Target Endurance Formula.
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(10) General Nutrition

There is NO SUBSTITUTE for a varied diet of

vegetables,

fruits,

poultry,

eggs,

whole grains,

nuts and seeds.
Another important component of good health is

regular exercise and

a positive mental/spiritual attitude.
If our diets contain a poor quality of food, our life style is highly STRESSED, there never seems to be enough time to prepare proper meals or we are the product of inherited weaknessess, SUPPLEMENTING CAN ADD THE ADDITIONAL NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT we need to maintain optimal health.


Key Products:
Essentials F+(dried whole fruit), and Essentials G+ (dried whole veggies) in capsules, Liquid Chlorophyll, SynerPro Multi Vit.Minerals with SynerProTein Powder (pre-digested QUALITY Protein)


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