Antioxidants are certain, minerals phyto-chemicals(plant chemicals) herbs and enzymes that counteract the harmful effects of free radicals on the body. Thus to understand anti-oxidants and what they do, you must first understand free radicals.
As the cells burn food for energy they also burn oxygen a process that creates free radicals. Exposure to polluted air, chemicals, radiation, ultraviolet rays and tobacco smoke also results in the formation of free radicals. On the molecular level free radicals are unstable; they contain an unpaired electron that in an effort to pair up and stabilize the substance, will bind to and take away electrons from other substances, including healthy cells.
This damages cells and tissues and creates even more free radicals that may then attack other healthy cells. This results in oxidative damage to cells that can be compared to rust on a car. Free radicals also destroy and cause mutations in the body"s cells, which then become unable to absorb the nutrients for the cell to survive. This is called cell starvation, which results in an inability to fight off disease caused by free radicals.
Usana Product Information
The USANA Web site at www.usana.com
contains explanations, labels, etc. on every USANA product.
Also, the Product Information Book gives basic information
and nutritional facts for each USANA product.
For locating more technical data on USANA's products, one
of the best references is the Physician's Desk Reference
(PDR). Also, USANA has literally hundreds of pages of
technical bulletins, clinical trial papers, scientific
reference, etc. in the Science section. If you are unable
to locate this information, the Ask the Scientist is also
available with more information.
If you are looking for information on products that may
help with a specific ailment, unfortunately, USANA is
unable to give direction for products to assist or cure any
one ailment. USANA's suggestion for these customers is to
take the Product Information Book to their doctor to see if
they would suggest a product, or they can review the
technical bulletins through the Science portion of
www.usana.com.
contains explanations, labels, etc. on every USANA product.
Also, the Product Information Book gives basic information
and nutritional facts for each USANA product.
For locating more technical data on USANA's products, one
of the best references is the Physician's Desk Reference
(PDR). Also, USANA has literally hundreds of pages of
technical bulletins, clinical trial papers, scientific
reference, etc. in the Science section. If you are unable
to locate this information, the Ask the Scientist is also
available with more information.
If you are looking for information on products that may
help with a specific ailment, unfortunately, USANA is
unable to give direction for products to assist or cure any
one ailment. USANA's suggestion for these customers is to
take the Product Information Book to their doctor to see if
they would suggest a product, or they can review the
technical bulletins through the Science portion of
www.usana.com.
Usana and Diabetes
This is a personal testimony
Type 2 diabetes strikes twice as many women as men over the age of forty-five. In people with type 2 diabetes the more common form of the condition,the pancreas produces insufficient levels of the hormone insulin to process glucose (sugar), or blood sugar,the chief source of energy for all of the body's cells.
When I started seriously dealing with the diabetes I did an internal cleanse(Swanson Products). Which was followed with a fasting of white foods,pasta, bread,any foods that were white. I found out that the white pastas and breads were made from wheat that was processed into white flour. These products turn to sugar very quickly in the bloodstream having almost no fiber.Therefore causing your blood sugar to spike.
I began to drink more water I started with flavored than went on to spring, 16 8oz glasses a day. Protein drinks I then added with Lean meats, Brown rice, Colored pasta and Legumes (beans), which are one of the best forms of protein for the body. Than the addition of Vegetables and fruits.
I know that you have heard that you get your nutrients from fresh vegetables and fruits which is true.
The question is how much do you have to eat,I'll give some information at another time but believe me IT'S MORE THAN YOU WOULD WANT TO EAT.
Realizing this I decided to supplement my diet with nutritionals/vitamins.First there were liquid vitamins because of absorption.Second,supplements for various body systems ( digestive,endocrine,circulatory) ETC.
That was expensive and imagine twenty bottles with the supplements you take everyday.
Swanson and Vitality provided me with these because they were mail order,I got home from work and they were there.
Last August I was introduced to Usana's Essentials and being given information on the quality and absorpabilty compared to the others became important. These are things I never considered before and being shown The Guide to Nutritional Supplements, which is a book that rates 1,500 nutritionals.
Today with the Essentials having a healthy diet and exercise I feel better then I have In the past ten years I'm 50.
The cells also may become resistant to the effects of the little insulin there is the in the bloodstream. Obesity is the most common risk factor for the condition,second being the lack of exercise and heredity. It has been shown that depression and stress have an important role in women's eating habits. Sugar and fatty foods cause an increase in brain chemicals that temporarily make you feel good. These are the foods that lead to both obesity and diabetes.
Diet is critical to the prevention and management of diabetes. It is important to limit your consumption of sugar and white flour. Concentrated forms of simple carbohydrates like honey, processed fruit juices and some dairy products such as butter,cheese and ice cream block insulin activity. These products should be strictly limited or avoided.
The intake of fiber should be increased which is a important component in combating diabetes as it slows the release of sugar into the bloodstream. Eat plenty of fresh whole vegetables,fruits,beans, and whole grains.
Keeping blood sugar and protein levels steady on an even keel helps to reduce cravings for sweets.
When a sweet tooth has to be satisfied use sugarless products. Stevia for instance.
I was taking what I thought too much medication for all the symptoms I had. High blood sugar, high blood pressure,depression etc. I started to do research on what the body needed to live and what killed it. The herbal solutions were the first and at the time the least expensive, I was in college at the time. The bulk teas were the first, the taste wasn't very good and the research was from the books at the herbal shops.
Then I began to take classes at college first just as an elective then because of there content.
After the herbals I started to look at the different pytochemicals,antioxidants and anti-inflammitories affected the various body systems.
Type 2 diabetes strikes twice as many women as men over the age of forty-five. In people with type 2 diabetes the more common form of the condition,the pancreas produces insufficient levels of the hormone insulin to process glucose (sugar), or blood sugar,the chief source of energy for all of the body's cells.
When I started seriously dealing with the diabetes I did an internal cleanse(Swanson Products). Which was followed with a fasting of white foods,pasta, bread,any foods that were white. I found out that the white pastas and breads were made from wheat that was processed into white flour. These products turn to sugar very quickly in the bloodstream having almost no fiber.Therefore causing your blood sugar to spike.
I began to drink more water I started with flavored than went on to spring, 16 8oz glasses a day. Protein drinks I then added with Lean meats, Brown rice, Colored pasta and Legumes (beans), which are one of the best forms of protein for the body. Than the addition of Vegetables and fruits.
I know that you have heard that you get your nutrients from fresh vegetables and fruits which is true.
The question is how much do you have to eat,I'll give some information at another time but believe me IT'S MORE THAN YOU WOULD WANT TO EAT.
Realizing this I decided to supplement my diet with nutritionals/vitamins.First there were liquid vitamins because of absorption.Second,supplements for various body systems ( digestive,endocrine,circulatory) ETC.
That was expensive and imagine twenty bottles with the supplements you take everyday.
Swanson and Vitality provided me with these because they were mail order,I got home from work and they were there.
Last August I was introduced to Usana's Essentials and being given information on the quality and absorpabilty compared to the others became important. These are things I never considered before and being shown The Guide to Nutritional Supplements, which is a book that rates 1,500 nutritionals.
Today with the Essentials having a healthy diet and exercise I feel better then I have In the past ten years I'm 50.
The cells also may become resistant to the effects of the little insulin there is the in the bloodstream. Obesity is the most common risk factor for the condition,second being the lack of exercise and heredity. It has been shown that depression and stress have an important role in women's eating habits. Sugar and fatty foods cause an increase in brain chemicals that temporarily make you feel good. These are the foods that lead to both obesity and diabetes.
Diet is critical to the prevention and management of diabetes. It is important to limit your consumption of sugar and white flour. Concentrated forms of simple carbohydrates like honey, processed fruit juices and some dairy products such as butter,cheese and ice cream block insulin activity. These products should be strictly limited or avoided.
The intake of fiber should be increased which is a important component in combating diabetes as it slows the release of sugar into the bloodstream. Eat plenty of fresh whole vegetables,fruits,beans, and whole grains.
Keeping blood sugar and protein levels steady on an even keel helps to reduce cravings for sweets.
When a sweet tooth has to be satisfied use sugarless products. Stevia for instance.
I was taking what I thought too much medication for all the symptoms I had. High blood sugar, high blood pressure,depression etc. I started to do research on what the body needed to live and what killed it. The herbal solutions were the first and at the time the least expensive, I was in college at the time. The bulk teas were the first, the taste wasn't very good and the research was from the books at the herbal shops.
Then I began to take classes at college first just as an elective then because of there content.
After the herbals I started to look at the different pytochemicals,antioxidants and anti-inflammitories affected the various body systems.
Usana and Diabetes
This is a personal testimony
Type 2 diabetes strikes twice as many women as men over the age of forty-five. In people with type 2 diabetes the more common form of the condition,the pancreas produces insufficient levels of the hormone insulin to process glucose (sugar), or blood sugar,the chief source of energy for all of the body's cells.
When I started seriously dealing with the diabetes I did an internal cleanse(Swanson Products). Which was followed with a fasting of white foods,pasta, bread,any foods that were white. I found out that the white pastas and breads were made from wheat that was processed into white flour. These products turn to sugar very quickly in the bloodstream having almost no fiber.Therefore causing your blood sugar to spike.
I began to drink more water I started with flavored than went on to spring, 16 8oz glasses a day. Protein drinks I then added with Lean meats, Brown rice, Colored pasta and Legumes (beans), which are one of the best forms of protein for the body. Than the addition of Vegetables and fruits.
I know that you have heard that you get your nutrients from fresh vegetables and fruits which is true.
The question is how much do you have to eat,I'll give some information at another time but believe me IT'S MORE THAN YOU WOULD WANT TO EAT.
Realizing this I decided to supplement my diet with nutritionals/vitamins.First there were liquid vitamins because of absorption.Second,supplements for various body systems ( digestive,endocrine,circulatory) ETC.
That was expensive and imagine twenty bottles with the supplements you take everyday.
Swanson and Vitality provided me with these because they were mail order,I got home from work and they were there.
Last August I was introduced to Usana's Essentials and being given information on the quality and absorption compared to others became important. These are things I never considered before and being shown The Guide to Nutritional Supplements,which is a book that rates 1,500 nutritionals,made a difference.
Today with the Essentials having a healthy diet and exercise I feel better then I have In the past ten years,I'm 50.
Type 2 diabetes strikes twice as many women as men over the age of forty-five. In people with type 2 diabetes the more common form of the condition,the pancreas produces insufficient levels of the hormone insulin to process glucose (sugar), or blood sugar,the chief source of energy for all of the body's cells.
When I started seriously dealing with the diabetes I did an internal cleanse(Swanson Products). Which was followed with a fasting of white foods,pasta, bread,any foods that were white. I found out that the white pastas and breads were made from wheat that was processed into white flour. These products turn to sugar very quickly in the bloodstream having almost no fiber.Therefore causing your blood sugar to spike.
I began to drink more water I started with flavored than went on to spring, 16 8oz glasses a day. Protein drinks I then added with Lean meats, Brown rice, Colored pasta and Legumes (beans), which are one of the best forms of protein for the body. Than the addition of Vegetables and fruits.
I know that you have heard that you get your nutrients from fresh vegetables and fruits which is true.
The question is how much do you have to eat,I'll give some information at another time but believe me IT'S MORE THAN YOU WOULD WANT TO EAT.
Realizing this I decided to supplement my diet with nutritionals/vitamins.First there were liquid vitamins because of absorption.Second,supplements for various body systems ( digestive,endocrine,circulatory) ETC.
That was expensive and imagine twenty bottles with the supplements you take everyday.
Swanson and Vitality provided me with these because they were mail order,I got home from work and they were there.
Last August I was introduced to Usana's Essentials and being given information on the quality and absorption compared to others became important. These are things I never considered before and being shown The Guide to Nutritional Supplements,which is a book that rates 1,500 nutritionals,made a difference.
Today with the Essentials having a healthy diet and exercise I feel better then I have In the past ten years,I'm 50.
The Usana Difference
I dream of a world free from pain and suffering. I dream of a world free from disease. The USANA family will be the healthiest family on earth.
Share my vision. Love life and live it to its fullest in happiness and health.
USANA's Scientists Are Committed to Research and Development
"I want you to be aware of the very serious commitment we have to research and development.
I believe that we have tremendously qualified scientists and researchers working for USANA Health Sciences.
Research and Development is divided into product support, quality control, microbiology, analytical chemistry, laboratory services, regulatory compliance, science information services, and product development."
Dr. Myron Wentz
Founder and Chairman, USANA Health Sciences
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