March 2008 Newsletter
In our Newsletter we strive to bring you the latest information in all areas of hormones, beauty, and health. We do, however, encourage you to send any requests for articles or any comments you may have to us at sales@ihdistribution.com
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If you aren’t sure what your skin type is or what products to use, take our FREE skin care quiz where we’ll answer all your questions for you. Our quiz will also give you answers to other important issues regarding menopause, acne, etc.
You can find the skin care quiz at http://www.hormones-beauty-health.com/Quiz2.aspx.
Product of The Month
This month’s “Product of The Month” is Arbonne’s Herbal Foot Cream, a stimulating and soothing, non-greasy herbal foot care formula. It’s blended with alpha hydroxy acids to help keep feet soft and supple.
I have been told by customers that after they massage this cream on their feet before going to bed, they sleep like never before.
You can find this product at www.ihd.myarbonne.com. Give it a try and let us know how it works for you.
Recipes for Good Health
This month’s “healthy recipe” is “Blueberry Muffins”. As always, you can find our group of healthy recipes at http://www.hormones-beauty-health.com/pageAppendix03.html.
½ Cup Soy Flour (or soy protein isolates) |
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- Preheat oven to 400°. Spray muffin pans with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cream of tartar, and sugar. Stir until well blended. With a pastry blender, cut in shortening until evenly distributed.
- Rinse and drain fresh blueberries – pat dry. Toss with powdered sugar and set aside. If using frozen blueberries, do not rinse.
- In a small bowl, beat egg whites and orange juice until blended. Add liquid to dry ingredients, stirring only until moistened.
- Fold in blueberries.
- Spoon batter, 1/4-1/3 cup per muffin, into prepared pans. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes. Turn out of pan immediately. Cool right side up on wire rack.
Serves 18. Per serving – Calories 107, Fat 4.1g, Carbohydrates 14.6g, Protein 2.8g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 155mg
Rosacea Skin Care Tips
Rosacea is a non-contagious long-lasting disorder of the facial skin. The exact cause is not known, however, it is believed to be hereditary. It is more likely to occur in people between the ages of 30 and 50 but may appear as early as the teens. If left untreated, rosacea will worsen and the symptoms will not be controlled.
Rosacea can be triggered by hot weather, exercise, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol.
Symptoms of rosacea are redness of the skin, visible blood vessels, bumps or pimples, and watery or irritated eyes and usually occurs on the nose, cheeks, chin, and forehead.
There is no known cure for rosacea, however, there are preventative strategies, medical treatments, and natural remedies.
Preventative Strategies
- Reduce stress – learn relaxation techniques if stress is a problem for you.
- Use gentle cleansers and toiletries. If possible, choose acne rosacea skin care products.
- Avoid products containing alcohol.
- Stay out of the sun. If you must be in the sun, wear at least 30 SPF suntan lotion and a hat.
Medical Treatments
A doctor or dermatologist can design treatment especially for your needs. Some treatments a doctor may recommend are:
- Antibiotics in the form of pills or topical cream
- Isotretinoin may be prescribed
- Sulfur lotion may be prescribed
- In extreme cases, laser treatment
- Cryosurgery, dermabrasian, and skin grafting
Natural Remedies
- Drink apple juice and grape juice.
- Apply cold compress to affected areas.
- Use witch hazel, diluted in water, to wipe the face. Use in place of a toner.
- Boil chamomile in water, then put in the fridge to cool. Wipe the cooled liquid onto the affected areas.
- B vitamins may also be helpful.
Osteoporosis - Do You Have It and What Can You Do!
Osteoporosis is defined as a systematic skeletal disease that is characterized by low bone mass and a deterioration of the micro-architecture of bone tissue that leads to bone becoming more fragile, increasing the probability of fractures.
There are three major classifications of osteoporosis:
- Osteopenia – when bone mineral density is between 1 and 2.5 standard deviations below that of young adults
- Osteoporosis – when bone density falls below 2.5 standard deviations of young adults.
- Established Osteoporosis – when a fracture occurs as a consequence of the condition.
There are no real symptoms of osteoporosis and people don’t usually know they have it until they have fractured a bone. A simple bone density test can tell you where you fall within the guidelines above.
Some Osteoporosis facts:
- The overall costs to medical health systems for osteoporosis-related issues are estimated at over $5.2 Billion per year.
- Over 44 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with low bone mass.
- Of these 44 million people, 10 million have been diagnosed as having osteoporosis.
- There is a 40% chance of having some kind of fracture in women over the age of 50.
What can you do to combat Osteoporosis?
- Strive to intake 1500mg of Calcium daily – the best way is through the foods you eat. If needed, take a calcium supplement.
- Ensure that your calcium supplement also contains vitamin D and magnesium for absorption.
- A regular muscle-strengthening exercise routine (3 days per week) is essential.
Some calcium-rich foods are milk, yogurt, calcium-fortified orange juice, vanilla ice cream, cheese, macaroni and cheese, salmon, rhubarb, oatmeal, spinach, tofu, almonds, beans, mustard greens, orange, halibut, kale, broccoli, whole wheat bread.
If you have osteoporosis, would like to know more about osteoporosis, are dealing with depression as the result of osteoporosis, etc., there is a website that can help – www.nof.org.
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