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Friday, February 6, 2009

How Does Fish Oils Differ From Cod Liver Oils?

By Michael Byrd

So what makes fish oils different from cod liver oils? This is the simple answer.

They are both important to keep you healthy. Fish oil is an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids, while cod liver oil is known as a good source of vitamins A and D.

But because these two oils are complex topics and all the hype may easily fool na?ve people, the topic needs to be discussed thoroughly.

Omega 3 in fish oils is beneficial to the heart. It is also good for relief of joint pains and brain development. Cod liver oil on the other hand helps to boost the immune system, enhances good eyesight and is good for bone protection.

But, for the sake of both your health and your pocket, we need to discuss deeper about this topic.

Manufacturers of cod liver oils may promote their products like its fish oil and tell you that you get the same benefits when actually you don't. So you have to be extra careful.

Some nasty retailers can in fact get way with selling products that fall short of what it can actually offer. It is important to be informed so we won't fall prey to them.

Basically what you need to know is how to read labels, and that is enough to protect you.

Once you see "Fish Oils" as the source, it would usually refer to just any fish. So that means you are not sure if you are getting the right fish oil. That would be a big problem.

Not all fish are created equal, and not all have sufficient amounts of omega 3 oil.

It would be hard to find omega 3 fatty acids in flounder and haddock, but salmon and mackerel are absolutely great sources for this.

You should be keen to companies that do not reveal the source of their fish oil. They are the ones who are most likely using fish that has little or no amount of omega 3.

And would that benefit you?

Also, you only know if the source is right if you are familiar with species of fish. If it comes from a good source, trust that the company will be proud to place it on their labels.

Would you agree to that?

Some nasty companies use bottom feeders, junk fish and scavengers ? those are the types of fish left over after all the good ones have been picked up. Chances are you'll get toxins and heavy metals with it.

The worst thing is, if they use "marine lipids" for omega 3. It is a source of which you may not have a clue about and mind you, it may not even be fish!

Be aware that there are quite a number of sea creatures that should not be eaten.

When buying cod liver oil, know the source and just find a reputable brand.

Be conscious of the sources of fish oil. The best sources of omega 3 are salmon, tuna, sardines, anchovies and herring.

So now that you know the variation between fish oils and cod liver oils, you must remember this.

When purchasing fish oil supplement, go for the one that names the specific specie of the source of fish oil ? like Salmon Oil. Avoid buying products with labels that indicate "fish oil" or "marine lipid". - 17273

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Tired of losing weight and putting it back on - use TriSlim

By Collin James

TriSlim was the one diet supplement I found that used the right ingredients that helped me to lose weight - and lose it fast. My goal for the new year was to lose weight, like many other people I needed help. I am glad I found the free trial for TriSlim, even though I am a regular paying customer now.

There is three main ingredients in TriSlim and I am sure you have heard of them before, so you can only imagine how well all three work together. There is Hoodia Gordnoii, Green Tea and Chitosan. The power of these three ingredients allowed me to drop weight fast and they are also helping me keep it off.

With the TriSlim formula you will:

1. Kill your appetite from the start

2. Increase your bodies metabolism

3. Block unnecessary fat foods from settling in your body

The benefits of TriSlim are exactly what is needed to help people lose weight and keep it off. I have even read reports of people who have used TriSlim and lost 15 pounds in 15 days when combined with the free body cleanse you get with your free trial. - 17273

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Why Victims should File Mesothelioma Cancer Lawsuits

By Heidi Wingrain

If mesothelioma has entered your life either as a disease you're contending with or as a killer in the life of a family member, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit. Since the victims in mesothelioma cases aren't to blame for what happened to them, you can either file a personal injury claim if you are the victim or a wrongful death suit in behalf of another person. The rights in these different kinds of lawsuits will vary depending on the county and state where they are filed. However, getting a lawyer who specializes in mesothelioma cancer lawsuits will definitely be in your best interests with either kind of suit.

Mesothelioma is a life-threatening lung cancer that is caused by prolonged exposure to asbestos. A lawsuit can also be filed by a person who has developed the condition through association with a person working in an asbestos-related environment. Even if you aren't sure where you got the disease, the lawyer you hire will be able to have private investigators research your history to locate the job in which you were exposed. If you already know where you worked that exposed you to these harmful carcinogens, then your lawsuit will be able to proceed much more quickly than if time needs to be spent investigating first.

Time limits for filing mesothelioma lawsuits vary from state to state, so you'll want to check out what they are in the state where you're filing your suit to make sure that you don't act too late. Although most states have time limits from 1 to 2 years, be sure to check the laws where you are. Time limits are based on the date of diagnosis, and they hold true for both personal injury suits and wrongful death lawsuits. In both cases, failure to file within the time limits will result in your being unable to file a suit against your employer at any time in the future.

Don't hesitate to file mesothelioma lawsuits because you're afraid of what an expert lawyer is going to cost you. These people are well aware of the lost wages and medical bills you're already facing, and so they work on a no win, no fee basis. By so doing they guarantee that they will win your case and get adequate restitution for you or else the work they put in will be given free of charge.

After you and your lawyer have discussed your claim and the evidence you can provide, he'll be in a better position to project the amount of a settlement you might expect to receive. The more information you can give him and the severity of your condition will both help him get the maximum amount of settlement possible. While there's no guarantee of what you'll get, it might encourage you to know that others who have filed similar claims have gotten hundreds of thousands or even multi-millions of dollars in restitution. I think you'll agree that money like this is worth fighting for, because it will provide for your entire family the rest of their lives. - 17273

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Diabetic Diet Meal Planning

By Dan Reto

Individuals who suffer from diabetes must keep a very consistent, healthy diet, to make sure their condition does not decline (or possibly result in death). A meal plan in other words, is a guidebook which narrows down what sorts of food you should eat, and precisely how much of that specified food (this goes for liquids as well).

If a correct plan is followed, one can better their blood pressure, glucose, and cholesterol. In addition to this, it will also help keep their weight under control, as individuals with diabetes do usually put on weight much quicker than others. Altogether, a meal plan will greatly benefit you physically, and will nearly always have a great affect on you mentally also.

The trouble for people with diabetes is that they do not bear the freedom to eat anything they please to. They must verify the food they consume with their medication and insulin. It is also required for them to exercise to control their glucose levels at a certain level. If a diabetic individual does not follow these everyday, they may severely harm themselves.

Although you may feel like doing so takes too much time, it is by all odds time worth spent. Visit a doctor (or a dietitian is fine as well), and request that they come up with a meal plan for your specific needs. Having a meal plan made to your bodies specific needs, and following it, will greatly reduce chances of future diseases (cancer, heart problems, etc..). Once again, do not hesitate to take the stand and visit your doctor or dietitian. It is something you will thank yourself in the long haul for doing.

Following a meal plan is not hard, but it does take commitment. Many individuals start, but never follow through with it. You should find ways to motivate yourself to follow. Only diabetic individuals can realize how tough it is to cope with having to be so careful of what they eat. All The Same, it is something you must deal with, and with and appropriate meal plan, you can improve your condition. - 17273

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Why you should File a Mesothelioma Asbestos Lawsuit

By Heidi Wingrain

If you have reason to believe that you worked for a company that was negligent in advising you of the health risks of being exposed to asbestos and have been diagnosed with Mesothelioma, you may well have a legitimate claim against that company. After all, Mesothelioma is a serious condition, and even if it's been years since you worked in an environment where you were exposed to asbestos, this lung disease may have just been lying dormant in your body all these years. If your employer, either present or past, can be proved as having been negligent in taking the proper precautions to safeguard your health, you can stand to win thousands or even millions of dollars by filing a Mesothelioma asbestos lawsuit against them.

As a case in point, consider the lawsuit filed by an 82-year-old man who was diagnosed with Mesothelioma caused by working as a machinist back in the 1940s. Even though so much time had passed, his lawyer was able to prove that the company he had worked for had had the information regarding the health hazards presented by asbestos exposure and had failed to share the information with employees. The jury in the case was convinced that the company had committed criminal acts by its negligence and awarded the man a huge settlement. In fact, as a result of his Mesothelioma asbestos lawsuit, this man received $10 million in compensation.

Companies had information regarding the hazards of asbestos as far back as the 1920s. By the 1930s and 1940s they were being urged to discontinue the use of asbestos in favor of other materials which would be safer for employees to work with. Unfortunately, as is so often the case when dealing with human greed, these employers placed the value of their own profits ahead of their responsibility towards the health of their workers. The only recourse these unsuspecting victims now have after being diagnosed with the disease is to file a Mesothelioma asbestos lawsuit.

There are hundreds of workers who are facing the possibility of developing Mesothelioma due to the negligence of their employers. If you end up being diagnosed with the disease, you need to file a Mesothelioma asbestos lawsuit right away. Your lawyer will gather the information he needs to prove that the company is liable for your condition in that they withheld information and failed to provide you with the safety items that could have prevented your illness. A suit like this will seek restitution for your lost wages, medical expenses, and suffering as well as additional punitive damages. These punitive charges are a way of punishing the company for what it allowed to happen to you, and they send the message to all other companies that Americans will no longer tolerate this kind of negligent corporate behavior.

Following the filing of the first Mesothelioma lawsuit in 1966, hundreds of other victims have also filed claims and received the restitution they so rightly deserved. Although our present political climate is filled with politicians who are company executives wanting to look out for corporate interests instead of the rights of the people, you can still file a claim, and if it can be proven that the company was at fault, you will win. After all, there's a lot of history and past practice that your lawyer will be able to draw on so that you'll be rightfully-compensated for your Mesothelioma asbestos lawsuit. - 17273

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The Acai Berry - A Nutritional Powerhouse In One Small Package

By Marcus C. Evans

Unless you've been hiding out in a secluded location far from all media outlets, it is a certainty that you've seen some of the many ads which have been going around for acai berry juice. While the acai berry is new to us in most of the world, it is a fruit which has been enjoyed for centuries in South America.

The acai berry is the fruit of a palm tree which grows in Brazil and other South and Central American nations. Long a staple of the diet for people in the region, the acai berry is also used as a traditional medicine for a variety of illnesses. Everything from diarrhoea to ulcers are treated using this versatile and nutritious fruit. The acai palm which people are talking about is the Euterpe oleracea, part of the Euterpe genus of palms.

The acia palm grows as tall as 80 feet, with its long, thin trunk branching out near the top with thin leaves and clusters of up to eight berries on its fruiting branches. It is the pulp of the acai berry which is used for its health and nutritional benefits; the seed is ground and used in animal feed.

Until about seven years ago, acai berries were largely unknown outside of South America. Since the berries begin to spoil within hours of being picked, it is nearly impossible to export fresh acai berries. However, in recent years some south and central American countries have begun processing the berries right after harvest so that the fruit - and its health benefits can be enjoyed all over the world.

Three and a half ounces of readily available freeze dried acai powder contains 533.9 calories, 52.2 g carbohydrate, 44.2 g dietary fiber, 8.1 g protein, and 32.5 g total fat. Of course, most people do not consume this much acai at one sitting, but it serves as a good illustration of how nutrient dense this little berry really is.

The antioxidant rich berry has been the subject of a lot of research. Antioxidants are thought to prevent many diseases; acai extracts have been tested at the University of Florida for its effectiveness in fighting leukaemia. The result? Acai extract caused 86% of leukaemia cells to self-destruct. A University of Rio de Janeiro showed that acai extract may improve cardiovascular function as well.

Yet another study done on acai's antioxidant activity found that 12 volunteers given an acai extract had higher antioxidant levels in their system when tested one and two hours afterwards - with the antioxidant levels in their blood increasing between the first and second hour!

Other positive effects of acai which have been reported include an improvement in digestive function and mental clarity, higher energy levels and even a slowing of the cellular process of aging! While not all of these benefits have yet been clinically proven, these effects have been seen with other antioxidant rich foods.

There is another health benefit which the acai berry may be able to offer, this one unrelated to its nutritional properties per se. Acai berry pulp has shown some promise for improving the way that MRI exams are performed on the GI tract - this berry may make even medical testing healthier! - 17273

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