Texting: Harmless Pastime Or Risky Addiction?
	Are you ready to HEAR AGAIN all the sounds you hold dear?
	Supercharge Your Daily Energy and Health by Getting Your Greens

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Dear Reader,

On the surface, texting may seem like a harmless pastime for teenagers and a helpful way for youngsters to stay in touch with their families throughout the day. It can be very reassuring for parents to know that if their children have a problem or need something that they can communicate their needs to their parents in a matter of seconds.

But like most things, if it is overdone there can be negative impacts on the lives of teens.  Excessive time spent texting or talking on cell phones is contributing to insomnia, which can be a factor in obesity, poor academic performance and an increase in automobile accident rates in teenagers. Millions of teens are texting into the wee hours of the night when they should be getting some much-needed sleep.

A new report finds that the average teen sends and receives 80 text messages a day. A recent Nielsen study found that the average U.S. teenager sends and receives more than 2,200 messages a month. Ninety percent of teens have their own cell phones and one third say they send text messages after 9 p.m. on a regular basis.  At least 20 percent of the teens surveyed report texting past 11 p.m. at least three nights a week.

As one researcher put it: “Most kids go to sleep with their phone plugged in right by their heads. Every ping of an incoming message is a temptation to pick up the phone. Their phones are extensions of their bodies. They’ve gotten so good at text messaging they can do it with one hand and with their eyes closed.“

A poll from the National Sleep Foundation said teens with electronic items in their bedrooms were twice as likely to fall asleep in school.  Our brains naturally respond to the light exposure that results when we are on the computer or a cell phone in the dark. Even tiny light distractions can cause significant changes in sleep patterns.

So what can parents do to help ensure their children aren’t overdoing it on nighttime texting? Set some ground rules. Keep phones out of bedrooms.  Have teens put their phones on a charger in a central location (like the kitchen) after 9 p.m. at night. More and more parents are purchasing laptops instead of desktop computers for their kids. That way the computer can be completely removed from teens’ rooms at night.

Have the “text talk” with your teenagers. Help them understand that, like most things, texting can be a fun and helpful tool if it is used in moderation. With a little understanding you and your teen can work out a safe and healthy compromise.

Yours in good health,

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Are you ready to HEAR AGAIN all the sounds you hold dear?

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With RECONNECT™ your hearing restoration is accomplished in two ways.  The first is to promote the health of the circulatory system while the second is to provide the super nutrient and antioxidant support that the inner ear needs to repair, rebuild and renew itself.

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Supercharge Your Daily Energy and Health by Getting Your Greens

Most people know that plums, apples, carrots, broccoli, beets and anything green is better for you than anything in a box, can or bag that’s loaded with salt, sugar and preservatives.

In fact, REAL FOOD IS SUCH A POWERFUL HEALER IN THE HUMAN BODY THAT THERE ARE COUNTLESS STORIES OF SICK PEOPLE RECOVERING FROM LIFE-THREATENING ILLNESS JUST BY CUTTING OUT JUNK FOOD AND EATING REAL FOOD RIGHT OFF THE VINE.

But most people don't get their greens every day. In fact, in the course of a week, most people don't even eat one generous salad – so they suffer from acid overload.

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	Keep Your Furry Friends Safe And Comfortable When The Temps Soar
	Can the World’s Longest Living Thing Help You Live Longer Too?
	What Would the ULTIMATE Fruit Drink Contain for Your Lifelong Health?

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Dear Reader,

If you think you feel uncomfortable on those sizzling summer days just imagine how it would feel to wear a fur coat when the temperatures are in the 90s. Our fluffy four-footed friends need extra help to stay safe and comfortable when the weather is hot. Dogs and cats are prone to the same heat-related problems as humans including heat exhaustion, dehydration and even sunburn. Pets with dark coats, short muzzles and elderly pets are at increased risk for heat-related illnesses. Dogs aren’t as efficient at cooling down as we are because they release most of their body heat through panting and the pads of their feet.

To keep your pet safe and comfortable when the temperatures soar consider adjusting their exercise routines by taking them out for playtime only in the early morning and evening hours. Try soaking a bandana in water and putting it in the freezer and then put it on your dog before going for a walk outside. Be very cautious when walking your dog on pavement because it becomes very hot and can easily burn your pet’s paws. Always take along a thermos of fresh cold water and let your pet take frequent breaks in shady areas.

If you decide to take your four-footed friend along on your family’s summer vacation you will need to do some advance planning. In addition to food and water, make sure you pack leashes, comfortable bedding and a first aid kit. Favorite pet toys, blankets and treats will give your pet a sense of security and familiarity. Make sure your pet is wearing its ID tags and that the information on the tags is legible. Carry a photograph of your pet with you in case your pet gets lost.

If your road trip includes overnight stops be sure to call in advance to make sure your pet is welcome in the hotels where you will be staying. Whether you are staying in a pet-friendly hotel room or in the homes of friends and relatives a portable pet crate or kennel will provide a comfortable place for your pet to sleep. Make sure the carrier has room for your pet to sit, lie down, stand up and turn around.

Just like people, pets can suffer from motion sickness. In order to prevent stomach upsets, limit food and water to non-travel times such as an hour or two before your trip or during breaks.  Take along ice cubes, which are easier on your pet than large amounts of water.

Do not allow your pet to ride with its head outside of the window. An obstacle close to the vehicle could potentially strike your dog’s head or dirt particles could get into your pet’s eyes.  Never, ever leave your pet alone in a parked car. Temperatures in confined spaces in the spring and summer can rise to dangerous levels in a matter of minutes.

By taking a few precautions, we can protect our four-footed friends and enjoy spending the lazy days of summer with them.

Yours in good health,

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	Avoid Travel Tummy Ache
	Fix Your Digestion and Fix Your Health
	Dark Chocolate Is Delicious And Healthy

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Dear Reader,

Our bodies follow natural rhythms and when those rhythms are disrupted by summer travel our digestive systems sometimes rebel. Abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea can turn your dream vacation into a gastrointestinal nightmare.

Travel can interrupt the internal body clock that regulates hunger and bowel movements. This can be particularly troubling when you cross time zones, especially when your vacation includes international travel. Suddenly you are awake when you should be sleeping, you are hungry in the middle of the night and your whole system is topsy-turvy.

Many travelers fall into poor eating habits and drink carbonated drinks, snack between meals and gulp down meals in a hurry when they are rushing to catch a plane. People on vacation often drink more alcohol and caffeine than their bodies can tolerate. Our bodies may respond to this by developing gastric disturbances.

Although anyone can experience gastric disturbances when traveling, it is more common in young children than in adults and they have a higher risk of dehydration and other complications. Pregnant women also have a higher risk because of lowered gastric activity and increased gastrointestinal transit time. Elderly people are more susceptible to dehydration and need to be carefully monitored if they contract diarrhea.

One way to help prevent gastric upset is to start taking probiotic supplements at least two weeks prior to your trip. Probiotics, which are available in supplement form, populate the gastrointestinal tract with friendly bacteria that limits the growth of unwanted bad bacteria such as salmonella, clostridia and E.coli. Many people take probiotics every single day to maintain a healthy microflora balance in the intestines.

If you experience gastrointestinal problems when you travel, try to get your body back on track with natural remedies. First of all, you will need to drink plenty of fluids to avoid becoming dehydrated. Start with sips of any fluid other than caffeinated beverages. Herbal teas, especially those containing mint, can be helpful in soothing an upset stomach.  Chamomile is another herb that can be used in tea form to relieve a variety of stomach ailments including spasms, intestinal cramps and gas pains. Slippery elm, which is available in supplement form, can help reduce the inflammation associated with an upset digestive tract.

Above all, keep your immune system healthy because your first defense against digestive infection is a strong immune system built through proper nutrition, sleep and exercise. Make sure your travel plans include time for adequate rest and exercise. If you are traveling by plane, arrive at the airport in plenty of time so you don’t have to sprint to make your plane. Eat light meals and drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of clean purified water every day while you are on vacation. You look forward to your vacation all year long so you want to make sure it is trouble-free. Take good care of yourself so that all of your travel memories will be happy ones.

Yours in good health,

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Fix Your Digestion and Fix Your Health

Your colon is a battlefield filled with “friendly” and “unfriendly” bacteria.  The friendly bacteria (also known as probiotics) help you to assimilate nutrients. They also prevent the attachment of “unfriendly” microflora, which can dilute the strength of your immune system.

A wide range of both traditional and alternative health professionals now agree that a continually replenished stronghold of “friendly” bacteria is essential for a robust and worry-free digestive system. Unfortunately, levels of “friendly” bacteria rapidly decline with age.

Like no other probiotic formula on the market, VIBRANT FLORA 15/20™ replenishes your colon with the vital microflora to counteract toxic pathogens that threaten your immune system and your colon’s equilibrium.

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Dark Chocolate Is Delicious And Healthy

Dark chocolate contains MORE flavonoids and antioxidants than milk chocolate WITHOUT the harmful fats and sugar.  And better even than dark chocolate is pure cocoa powder from which all other chocolate is made.

How can you...
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