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F r e e N e w s l e t t e r oct./nov. 2015
Aspirin might boost cancer therapy

Aspirin may be able to treatment.
boost the effectiveness Immunotherapy is one
of cutting-edge cancer of the most promising
medicines that bolster fields in cancer research,
the immune system, with some trials showing
scientists say. terminal cancers can
Immunotherapy lets the be shrunk and even
body's own defences disappear completely
fight cancer and has in rare cases. "The
been a source of huge findings are exciting in
excitement in the field. the context of renewed
And now scientists have published a interest in immunotherapy, really
study suggesting aspirin may prevent everyone in oncology and immunology
tumours from hiding from the immune has become extremely excited. But
system. Cancer Research UK said it could what we're finding is not a revolution,
be a simple way of improving treatment. it's an evolution [that could help us]
The team showed that skin, breast and try to achieve an even greater rate of
bowel cancer cells were producing remission."
high levels of a chemical, called There have been previous suggestions
prostaglandin E2, that could dampen that aspirin can prevent cancers forming
down the immune response - effectively in the first place. It was possible that
letting a tumour hide. However, drugs aspirin was also preventing cancers
like aspirin are able to change the forming by acting on the immune
chemical pathways inside the cancer system, but that was still untested. the
cells that lead to prostaglandin E2 response to treatment in a range of
being produced. Experiments in mice, cancers."
published in the journal Cell, suggest
such drugs can boost immunotherapy Alan & Frank

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Spicing Up Your Meals Senior Citizens and
Might Extend Your Life Vitamin D

Some like it hot - folks who favor spicy foods might Delivering vitamin D supplements to
have a lower risk of premature death. homebound seniors might help lower
Adults who reported eating spicy foods - such as fresh their risk of falls, a new study suggests.
and dried chili pepper - as little as three days per week Previous research has found vitamin D
were less likely to die during the study period than plays an important role in maintaining
those who consumed such foods less than once a week. muscle strength, and some studies have
If you eat more spicy food, it's better for your health and suggested vitamin D may help prevent
lowers the risk for mortality, especially as it relates to falls. "Falls in homebound older people
cancer and heart disease. often lead to disability and placement
People with a prior history of cancer, heart disease or in a nursing home."
stroke were excluded from the study. The investigators At the start of the study, more than half
found that eating fresh spicy foods as little as once or of the seniors had insufficient vitamin
twice a week was associated with a 10 percent drop in D levels, and fewer than one-quarter
the overall risk for death during the study, compared had optimal levels. The supplements
with eating such foods less than once weekly. Eating increased vitamin D from insufficient
spicy foods between three and seven days per week to sufficient levels in all but one senior
appeared to lower mortality by as much as 14 percent, who received the supplements, and to
the authors reported. optimal levels in all but five.
Fresh chili peppers - among the most commonly used Seniors who received the vitamin D
spicy foods - were specifically linked to a lower risk of supplements reported about half the
dying as a result of cancer, heart disease and type 2 falls as those in the placebo group.
diabetes. However, the study doesn't actually
These findings held up across gender, and even after prove that higher levels of the vitamin
accounting for differences in age, education, sedentary prevented falls. "Although these initial
patterns and marital status. The protective effect of findings are encouraging, we need to
spices was found to be even greater among those who confirm the results in a larger trial.”
did not drink alcohol. Every year, about one-third of seniors
The components found in fresh spices help to improve who live at home suffer falls, and
cholesterol levels, maintain healthy bacterial content about one in 10 falls results in serious
in the intestine, control inflammation and reduce injury, the
oxidative stress. The capsaicin in peppers is known to researchers
help fight inflammation. Peppers are also a good source say.
of vitamin C, a known potential cancer-fighting agent.

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FANCY A PUMPKIN four hours after drinking a pumpkin
SPICE LATTE? spice latte, which can cause you to have
trouble sleeping if you consume it in the
Scientists have explored what happens late afternoon.
to your body within an hour of you
consuming this sugary drink made with HOW TO MAKE A
two per cent milk and topped with PUMPKIN SPICE
whipped cream. LATTE AT HOME
The seemingly harmless beverage,
which contains 380 calories, 14 grams of Makes 2 drinks.
fat, and 50 grams of sugar, surprisingly Ingredients:
effects the function of your brain, 2 tablespoons canned pumpkin;
pancreas, liver and heart more than you 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more to garnish;
would think. Research shows that the Freshly ground black pepper;
chemicals released by sugar travel the 2 tablespoons sugar;
same pathways in the brain as cocaine 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract;
and heroin - so there is a reason you feel 2 cups whole milk;
so good after consuming it. 1 to 2 shots espresso, about 1/4 cup;
1/4 cup heavy cream, whipped until firm peaks form.
Last year, the World Health Organization Instructions:
dropped its daily sugar intake Heat the pumpkin and spices: In a small saucepan over
recommen-dations from ten per cent medium heat, cook the pumpkin with the pumpkin
of your calorie intake to five per cent. pie spice and a generous helping of black pepper
Meaning, an adult with a normal body for 2 minutes or until it's hot and smells cooked. Stir
max index (BMI) should have 25 grams constantly. Add the sugar and stir until the mixture
- or six teaspoons - of sugar per day. looks like a bubbly thick syrup. Warm the milk: Whisk in
Pumpkin Spice Latte contains double the milk and vanilla extract. Warm gently over medium
those figures. heat, watching carefully to make sure it doesn't boil over.
A daily Pumpkin Spice Latte habit can Blend the milk: Carefully process the milk mixture with
lead to the triglycerides or fats in your a hand blender or in a traditional blender (hold the lid
blood to start increasing as fat continues down tightly with a thick wad of towels!) until frothy and
be stored in your body - and over time blended. Mix the drinks: Make the espresso or coffee and
the rise may clog blood vessels. And if divide between two mugs and add the frothed milk. Top
you are looking for the caffeine to give with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice,
you an extra boost, you will have to wait cinnamon, or nutmeg if desired.
45 minutes to an hour to feel the jolt
because the fat in the beverage slows 3
down its absorption. However, once
the caffeine is in your system - it stays
there for a while. Drinking the beverage
later in the afternoon may cause you to
have trouble sleeping as 75 milligrams
of the drinks 150 milligrams of caffeine
lingers in your system for three to four
hours after consumption. 15 minutes
after having a Pumpkin Spice Latte,
both your blood pressure and pulse
increase. About 75 milligrams of caffeine
still remains in your system three to

JY EN JOU ALLERGIEË
baie graan en alle vorms van suiker
Allergieë is ’n wydverspreide bevat.
gesondheids-kwessie en die  Chroniese gisgroeisels in die
meeste mense beskou dit as redelik ingewande (kandidiase).
onbelangrik wanneer hulle na hulle Wanneer die immuunstelsel oorweldig
algehele gesondheid kyk. As jy egter en verward raak oor wat as ’n invaller
daaraan dink dat ’n allergie die gevolg beskou moet word en wat nie, moet
van ’n verswakte immuunstelsel is, ’n herstelling plaasvind sodat dit
word dit duidelik dat die grondoorsaak behoorlik ten opsigte van skadelike en
van die probleem ’n bietjie ernstiger is veilige stowwe georiënteer kan word.
as oë wat traan en ’n toe neus. Namate ons omgewing toenemend
Een van die hoofoorsake van allergieë met verskillende besoedelstowwe en
is ’n ongebalanseerde immuunstelsel chemiese stowwe besmet raak, kan
wat die kanse van ’n allergiese ons ontgiftingstelsel nie die aanslag
reaksie sal verhoog. Talle faktore hanteer nie. Hierdie oorbelading op
dra tot hierdie immuundisfunksie by, ons teen-allergiestelsels (ingewande,
insluitende: vel, asemhalingstelsel) verswak
 ’n Toename in die giftige las as die versperringsfunksie en kan tot
sensitisering lei.
gevolg van besoedeling in ons Met allergieë wat erger word,
lug, voedsel, water en persoonlike vergroot die lys van allergiesnellers.
versorgingsprodukte. Die volgende is egter steeds die
 Versteuring van die algemeenste:
immuunstelselfunksie deur herhaalde  Voedsels soos suiker, melk, eiers,
inentings en immuniserings in die grondboontjies, koring, varkvleis,
kinderjare en as volwassene. soja, neute, mielies, vis en skulpvis
 Te veel voorskrifte vir antibiotika  Medikasie soos antibiotika,
en steroïede, wat die flora in geboortebeperkingspille, en anti-
die ingewande beskadig (veral inflammatoriese middels (aspiriene)
geboortebeperkingspille).  Stowwe wat ingeasem word, soos
 Erflikheidsfaktore wat in die stuifmeel, dierehare, stofmyte,
gastroïntestinale kanaal weerspieël mufspore, tabakrook, uitlaatgasse,
word en wat wanabsorpsie en chemiese produkte
veroorsaak en veroorsaak dat  Kontakvoorwerpe soos juwele,
persone voedselallergieë ontwikkel. latekshandskoene en skoonheids-
 Voedingstekorte. produkte
4  ’n Herhalende en eentonige dieet wat  Goed wat ingespuit word soos
insekbyte en sommige medikasies
(soos entstowwe).

HEALTHY TEAS

The comfort drawn from sipping sleep due to the high mineral content.
a soothing cuppa is felt the world The wonderfully aromatic Jasmine tea
over. This traditional British staple has been used in China for its medicinal
contains fertility boosting properties qualities for centuries and in some
for both men and women as it's rich ancient Chinese manuscripts, jasmine
in antioxidants. However, drinking too was used as an aphrodisiac and fertility
much 'caffeinated tea' might not have booster. There may be some truth to
such a positive effect on your health the legends as studies have shown that
so make sure to keep a check on your jasmine tea has strong aromatherapy
caffeine intake if you are pregnant. qualities that are good for the body
Adding milk may lower the antioxidant during pregnancy. Full of antioxidants
properties, so keep it black and add this tea can help to boost the immune
lemon and a touch of honey to preserve system, may help in the fight against
the antioxidant status. cancer, provide relief to gastrointestinal
Rooibos tea is the superstar South disorders, and aid in lowering cholesterol
African export and is famous for its and reducing high blood pressure.
numerous antioxidants and is an Jasmine tea does however contain
excellent source of vitamin C – essential caffeine (although not in the same
for boosting sperm levels and quality. concentrations as breakfast tea or coffee)
Additionally, rooibos does not contain so should be consumed in moderation,
caffeine - which in high dosages can and avoided at night to help promote
affect a person's fertility. Caffeine free, good sleep.
this is a wonderful choice for those trying
to conceive as well as those looking for a
non-caffeinated drink. This red tea is full
of minerals, such as calcium, potassium,
magnesium, zinc, copper, sodium, iron,
and manganese, as well as vitamin C.
And it is packed with antioxidants, which
help not only with fertility but to help
the body fight any free radical damage,
boost the immune system, help combat
skin conditions such as psoriasis and
eczema when applied topically and aid

JOKE OF THE MONTH

I stopped at a friend's house the other day and found
him stalking around with a fly-swatter. When I asked
if he was getting any flies, he answered: 'Yeah, three
males and two females.' Curious, I asked how he could
tell the difference. He said: 'Three were on a beer can
and two were on the phone.'

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Seared Yellowtail - Oriental Style

Serves 6-8 oil. Preheat a ribbed griddle pan until smoky
Seared Yellowtail - Oriental StyleTuna or hot and sear the fish on both sides until nicely
salmon are also good to use if yellowtail is not marked but not cooked through. Remove the
available. The trick is not to overcook the fish fish from the pan and spread all round with
so it is still slightly pink inside. wasabi paste. Sprinkle with lemon thyme.
250-300 g yellowtail - select a long thin piece When cold wrap in foil and
Ina Paarman's Fish Spice refrigerate overnight to firm.
2 T (30 ml) canola oil TO SERVE
2 T (30 ml) Wasabi paste Unwrap the fish and slice
¼ cup (60 ml) lemon thyme leaves on the diagonal with a very
heavy duty foil sharp knife into 5 cm thick
50 g salmon or rainbow trout roe slices.
1 punnet salad leaves (best choice is a mixture Divide the salad leaves
of rocket, watercress and baby spinach) between the plates. Top with sliced fish, 2
1 x 200 ml Ina Paarman's Honey & Soy Coat & slices per plate. Spoon a little rainbow trout
Cook Sauce roe on each slice. Cut the tiniest hole in one of
Season the fish with Fish Spice and brush with the top corners of the Honey & Soy sauce.
Drizzle the sauce generously back and forth
over the salads.

ASK OUR PHARMACIST:

WHAT IS THE BEST EXERCISE TO
CONTROL HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE?

Take your pick, as the best exercise to control In another study overweight volunteers with
high blood pressure seems to be virtually any blood pressure problems were asked to sit
exercise, like walking or cycling or light weight continuously during an eight-hour workday while
training, especially if your workouts are spread their blood pressure was monitored. The readings
throughout the day. Even standing might work. were, as expected, unhealthy. But when, during
another workday, those volunteers stood up
Exercise lowers blood pressure in large part by every hour for at least 10 minutes, their blood
altering blood vessel stiffness so blood flows pressure readings improved substantially.
more freely.
The readings were even better when, on
This effect occurs during and immediately after additional workdays, the volunteers strolled at a
a workout, so the blood-pressure benefits from gentle 1-mile-per-hour pace at treadmill desks
exercise are most pronounced right after you work for at least 10 minutes every hour or pedaled
out. under-desk exercise bikes for the same number
of minutes every hour.
As a result, the best way to fight hypertension
may be to divide your workout into bite-size Exercise intensity does not appear to play any
pieces. Three 10-minute walks spread throughout significant role in helping people control blood
the day are better at preventing subsequent pressure,
spikes in blood pressure - which can indicate
worsening blood pressure control - than one Movement is what matters. So go for a stroll a
30-minute walk. And if even a 10-minute walk few times during the day or simply stand up
sounds daunting, try standing more often. more often to develop healthier blood pressure.

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osteWoaptoirsose? ARE YOU

Osteoporose is ’n siekte ORTHOREXIC?
van die bene. Dit kom
voor wanneer jy te veel Take this test to find out if an obsession with
been verloor, te min healthy eating is making you ill.
been vorm, of albei. As Orthorexia nervosa is the term coined for the
gevolg hiervan word jou 'health food eating disorder'.
bene swak en kan van ’n It involves eating 'clean' foods and cutting out
geringe val breek, of in sugar and processed items.
ernstige gevalle selfs van Sufferers begin feeling superior and start
eenvoudige aksies, soos om te nies of teen meubels vas te judging those who indulge in treats.
loop. Experts warn it can lead to weight loss,
Osteoporose beteken “poreuse been”. As jy onder ’n malnutrition and depression.
mikroskoop na gesonde been kyk, sien jy dat gedeeltes Below is the Bratman Test for orthorexia:
daarvan soos ’n heuningkoek lyk. As jy osteoporose het, is • Do you spend more than 3 hours a day
die gate en ruimtes in die heuningkoek baie groter as wat
dit in gesonde been is. Dit beteken dat bene digtheid of thinking about your diet?
massa verloor het, en dat die struktuur van jou beenweefsel • Do you plan your meals several days
abnormaal geword het. Namate jou bene minder dig
word, word dit ook swakker en kan makliker breek. As jy ahead?
ouer as 50 jaar is en ’n been gebreek het, praat met jou • Is the nutritional value of your meal more
dokter of ander gesondheidsorgverskaffer en vra of jy ’n
beendigtheidstoets moet ondergaan. important than the pleasure of eating it?
Osteoporose kan ook verhoed dat jy maklik rondbeweeg • Has the quality of your life decreased as
en die dinge doen wat jy geniet, wat weer gevoelens
van isolasie of depressie tot gevolg kan hê. Dit kan ook the quality of your diet has increased?
tot ander gesondheidsprobleme lei. Twintig persent van • Have you become stricter with yourself
seniors wat ’n heup breek, sterf binne ’n jaar as gevolg van
probleme wat met ’n gebreekte been, of chirurgie om dit lately?
te herstel, verband hou. Talle van diegene wat oorleef, het • Does your self-esteem get a boost from
langtermyn-verpleeghulp nodig.
Osteoporose word dikwels ’n verborge siekte (silent disease) eating healthily?
genoem omdat jy nie kan voel dat jou bene swakker word • Have you given up foods you used to enjoy
nie. Die breek van ’n been is dikwels die eerste teken dat
jy osteoporose het, of jy kan oplet dat jy korter word of die in order to eat the 'right' foods?
boonste deel van jou rug buig vorentoe. As jy korter word • Does your diet make it difficult for you to
of as jou ruggraat vorentoe buig, maak seker dat jy dadelik
met jou dokter of ’n ander gesondheidsorgwerker praat, eat out, distancing you from family and
aangesien die siekte reeds gevorderd kan wees. friends?
• Do you feel guilty when you stray from
your diet?
• Do you feel at peace with yourself and in
total control when you eat healthily?

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PROTEIN SUPPLEMENTS

cial protein supplements may consist body mass, strength, and muscle size.
of whey, casein, soy, egg albumin, goat The recommended daily intake of protein
or cow milk, wheat, beef, pea, hemp, for healthy adults is 0.75 g of protein/
or brown rice. Protein supplements kg body weight, which translates into
can be in the form of isolates (a pure approximately 45 to 56 g of protein a day.
protein source), concentrates (which But excessive protein intakes can cause
are not as pure as the isolate form), a buildup of ketones bodies. When there
hydrolysates (which are chemically and/ is an excessive accumulation of ketone
or enzymatically digested resulting in a bodies, an abnormal but not necessarily
product that is quickly absorbed), and harmful state called ketosis results.
blends (a combination of various protein
sources and purity levels). Supplements DISCLAIMER: Please note that KK Publishers, it’s contributors and/or
can be in the form of ready-to- drink associates cannot be held liable in any way for errors that may occur in
shakes, bars, bites, oats, and gels and any of the articles printed in this newsletter. Information and articles
powders, and come in a variety of flavors. published in this newsletter do not constitute medical advice or a
Proteins have an overall benefit on medical claim for any product of any nature whatsoever on behalf of
physical activity and on overall health. the publisher, the pharmacy or the distributor. Consult a qualified
In a study with healthy male US Marines, health care practitioner for diagnosis or treatment of any diseases or
“the protein supplemented group had medical condition.
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visits, 28% fewer visits due to bacterial/ CC, Cape Town
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Furthermore, protein may help reduce
blood pressure. A protein mixture, 9
consisting of 20% pea, 20% soy, 30% egg,
and 30% milk-protein isolate, reduced
systolic and diastolic blood pressure in
overweight individuals. This research
suggests that protein intake might help
manage blood pressure and prevent
complications associated with elevated
blood pressure.
Whey protein appears to have a blood
glucose and/or insulin lowering effect.
Some clinical studies have also shown
that taking whey protein in combination
with strength training can increase lean

VAGINA LE
SPROEI

Vaginale sproei is ’n algemene infeksie gliserien bevat, soms ’n brandgevoel
wat veroorsaak word deur ’n oormatige kan veroorsaak. Smeer dit aan
vermeerdering van die gis candida voordat die area natgemaak word en
albicans, wat natuurlikergewys in die spoel liggies af. ’n Effense vetterige
vagina leef. Ander name vir hierdie film behoort agter te bly. Moenie
infeksie is kandidiase of monilia. antiseptiese middels, spoelmiddels
Simptome kan insluit dat die vagina of geparfumeerde sproei in die
jeuk of brand, ’n wit afskeiding gee, genitale area gebruik nie. Moenie
en dat dit brand wanneer jy urineer. geparfumeerde toiletpapier en
Vaginale rome of vaginale tablette menstruele produkte gebruik nie.
(setpille) kan help om die simptome Moenie broeke dra wat baie sty
van sproei te verminder. Ongeveer te verminder sodat dit nie meer
75 persent vroue sal in hulle leeftyd simptome veroorsaak nie. Opsies wat
vaginale sproei ervaar. sonder ’n voorskrif by ons apteek
Simptome wat jy kan ervaar wanneer beskikbaar is, sluit in: teenfungus-rome
jy vaginale sproei ontwikkel, sluit in: of vaginale setpille (tablette) – dit
vaginale ongemak – ’n gejeuk of ’n word met ’n spesiale aanwender in
brandgevoel; ’n dik wit afskeiding die vagina geplaas en word vir een
wat soos maaskaas lyk en na gis ruik; tot ses dae lank gebruik, afhangende
rooiheid of swelling van die vagina van die instruksies. ’n Tweede
of vulva; ’n brandgevoel wanneer jy behandelingskursus word soms vereis.
urineer of tydens seks; skeurtjies in die Soms duur simptome slegs ’n kort
genitale vel. tydjie (byvoorbeeld die week voordat
Om vaginale sproei te help voorkom: jy begin menstrueer) en behandeling is
vee jou van voor na agter af nadat dan nie nodig nie.
jy opelyf gehad het. Dit sal die
verspreiding van candida albicans
van die anus na die vagina verhoed.
Moenie seep gebruik om die vaginale
area mee te was nie. Seepvervangings
kan gebruik word. Wees bewus
daarvan dat produkte wat 10 persent

Health Notes - Soothing Sore Throats

The most important thing parents can do untreated streptococcal infection of the
when children develop sore throats is to throat, there is no way to predict when it
make sure that the problem isn't strep, a will occur or who will be affected. If your
bacterial infection that requires antibiotic child can gargle, give her a mixture of half
treatment. Strep is diagnosed via a throat hot water and half hydrogen peroxide (3%)
culture. The sore throat usually eases in 24 to use several times a day. Gargling with
to 48 hours. warm salt water (one-quarter teaspoon salt
Although it is a rare complication of an to one cup of warm water) is also soothing.

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BOOST YOUR HEALTH RIGHT NOW

DRINK VINEGAR: digestive system, manage your energy
levels and sleep better. Make breakfast
First thing in the morning, drink a cup and lunch your main meals with a well-
of lukewarm water with a squeeze balanced diet, including fresh fruits and
of organic apple cider vinegar. It will vegetables, and aiming to reduce sugar
kick start your digestive system, help intake and acidic drinks. Keep dinner
control hunger and cravings, prevent light and eat early.
bladder stones and urinary tract
infections by eliminating excess acidity. LOVE DATES:

TAKE A WALK: Try regular love dates, whether that's a
bath, a spa date, a trip to a button shop,
Just as precious it is to find time and gardening or time in nature. Do this on
space for stillness, it is also important your own and do it regularly. The more
to move your body. In our Western you put in the pot the happier you will
civilisation, most of us tend to have a feel.
sedentary lifestyle, spending far too
much time in sitting position, whether HAVE A GLASS OF HOT WATER
it is at a desk behind a computer, AND LEMON:
driving, or watching TV. Make sure you
are walking at least an hour every day. Start your day with a glass of warm
Take the stairs instead of the lift, walk water with lemon. The benefits of
around the block during your lunch drinking warm water and lemon are
or tea break. It will boost your energy endless it aids digestion, cleanses the
levels and help you release some entire urinary tract, boosts immunity,
tension in the body. balances ph levels, clears the skin,
freshens breath and aids weight loss.
BREAKFAST LIKE A
KING:

Breakfast like a King, Lunch
like a Prince, and Dine like
a Pauper,' to improve your

Could I Develop Varicose Veins?

Risk factors include advancing age

Varicose veins are bulging, sometimes with pregnancy,
painful veins often found on the legs. Spider puberty, menopause or
veins are smaller and less pronounced. use of birth control pills.
Our Pharmacist explains these common risk  Being pregnant.
factors for varicose and spider veins:  Living a sedentary
 Getting older. lifestyle, or being obese
 Having weak veins or having a family or overweight.
 Being exposed to the
history of vein problems. sun and having fair skin.
 Having hormonal changes associated

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SUMMER IS COMING – ARE YOU
DRINKING ENOUGH WATER?

Many people may take drinking water for Water helps dissolve minerals and
granted, but keeping hydrated can have nutrients so that they are more accessible
a huge impact on overall health. Despite to the body, as well as helping transport
how crucial it is that people drink enough waste products out of the body. It is these
water, a significant amount of people may two functions that make water so vital to
be failing to drink recommended levels of the kidneys
fluids each day. Our pharmacist makes a number of
Around of 70% of the body is comprised suggestions that could help people
of water, and around of 71% of the increase the amount of water they
planet's surface is covered by water. normally drink:
Perhaps it is the ubiquitous nature of  Carrying a water bottle with you
water that means that drinking enough
of it each day is not at the top of many means that fluid can be accessed
people's lists of healthy priorities? when out and about, at work or
One part of the body that relies on running errands
adequate water intake is the kidneys. The  This water can be frozen in freezer-
kidneys are organs that might not get as safe water bottles to provide a supply
much attention as the heart or lungs, but of ice-cold water all day long, which
they are responsible for many functions can be more satisfying than other
that help keep the body as healthy as beverages in certain situations
possible.  Adding a wedge of lime or lemon
Drinking water, be it from the tap or to water can give it a different edge
a bottle, is the best source of fluid for that may improve its taste without
the body. Beverages such as milk and affecting its nutritional value.
juices are also decent sources of water,
but beverages containing alcohol and
caffeine, such as soft drinks, coffee and
beer, are less than ideal due to having
diuretic properties, meaning that they
cause the body to release water.

AntaGolin

It has been designed to alleviate
insulin resistance via a unique

triple-action mechanism, thereby
assisting your metabolism and
helping you maintain a healthy
body weight.

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