Monday, 13 August 2012

PLANT INSULIN - GURMAR

PLANT INSULIN - GURMAR

SAFUF ZIABATIS
 Main ingreidient of safuf Ziabatis is Indian herb
 GURMAR.


Gudmar is a medicinal plant in Ayurveda. It is called Madhunashini in Sanskrit which means destroyer of sugar. Its roots and leaves are used for medicinal purposes. The plant is a woody climber which bears yellow flowers. The plant is native to central and southern parts of India. The various health benefits of Gudmar are discussed in this article.
Gudmar was initially known by the name of Meshashringi in Sanskrit. Meshashringi means ‘ram’s horn’. Gurmar is the Hindi name, while the botanical name is Gymnema Sylvestre and belongs to the family Asclepiadaceae. Other common names of Gudmar are Periploca of the woods, Gurmari, Gurmar, Madhunashini, Vishani and Gurmarbooti.
Gudmar Health Benefits
Gudmar Medicinal Plant
  • Blood Sugar Level
    - When the herb is used for longer periods, it lowers the blood sugar.
  • The herb’s extracts are used for curing various conditions such as obesity, anemia, high cholesterol levels, hyperglycemia, digestion, constipation, helminthiasis, amenorrhoea and hepatosplenomegaly.
  • Lowering the Appetite
    – Gudmar suppresses the taste of sweetness, thus reduces the desire to eat.
  • Snakebites
    – Gudmar’s roots are made into powder or pastes and applied to snakebite wounds.
  • Weight Loss
    – The herb is used to regulate weight, controls sugar craving and promotes healthy cholesterol.

Richest Food On Earth.

Spirulina 

 Richest Food On Earth.
(Spirulina platensis or Arthrospira platensis)
Benefits of Spirulina: Highest source of plant protein, builds immunity, improves haemoglobin level, provides energy,makes heart healthy.

Spirulina is being developed as the "food of the future" because of its amazing ability to synthesize high-quality concentrated food more efficiently than any other algae. Most notably, Spirulina is 65 to 71 percent complete protein, with all essential amino acids in perfect balance. In comparison, beef is only 22 percent protein.

Spirulina Facts:

Botanical Name : : Spirulina platensis or Arthrospira platensis
Family Name: : COMBRETACEAE
Common Name: : Spirulina

It is a planktonic blue-green algae found in warm water alkaline volcanic lakes. Spirulina is single celled and is about 0.5 millimeters in length. It possesses an amazing ability to thrive in conditions much too harsh for other algae. This ability of Spirulina to grow in hot and alkaline environments ensures its hygienic status, as no other organisms can survive to pollute the waters in which this algae thrives. Spirulina is in fact one of the cleanest, most naturally sterile foods found in nature. Its adaptation to heat also assures that Spirulina retains its nutritional value when subject to high temperatures during processing and shelf storage, unlike many plant foods that rapidly deteriorate at high temperatures.

Spirulina does not have hard cellulose membranes like plant cells or a well defined nucleus yet its metabolic system is based on photosynthesis and in fact has a photosynthetic conversion rate of 8 to 10 percent, compared to only 3 percent in such land-growing plants as soybeans.

Spirulina has 60% protein content, which is more than meat or anything, and hence is great for bodybuilding. Spirulina is also an excellent source of vitamins and minerals.
Spirulina is being developed as the "food of the future" because of its amazing ability to synthesize high-quality concentrated food more efficiently than any other algae Since the ancient times, it has been mankind's most powerful source of nutrition. Spirulina provides protein, iron, vitamins, minerals and most of the essential micro-nutrients, many of which you may miss in your diet due to irregular eating habits, hectic lifestyle or lack of proper dietary knowledge.

Benefits of Spirulina

  • Spirulina builds immunity
  • Spirulina maintains a healthy heart
  • Spirulina promotes healthy skin
  • Spirulina supports normal haemoglobin level in blood
  • Spirulina helps fight daily fatigue and stress
  • Spirulina keeps you active and energetic
  • Spirulina promotes normal blood pressure levels and water balance
  • Spirulina supports normal blood glucose levels

Benefits of Spirulina for children and young adults

·  Spirulina is the richest source of protein and provides 18 out of 22 amino acids that the body needs for normal growth and development.
·  Spirulina through its range of B- Vitamins strengthens the immune system and builds resistance against diseases. The natural beta carotene (pro Vitamin A) in
·  Spirulina helps maintain normal and healthy eyesight.
·  Spirulina provides iron in a form that is easily absorbed. It helps maintain an optimum level of haemoglobin in the blood.

Benefits of Spirulina for adults

·  Spirulina is the best natural source for antioxidants like carotenoids, vitamin E, zinc and selenium, that help fight against free radicals, and also slow down the ageing process.
·  Spirulina being the richest vegetarian source of vitamin B-12 helps reduce physical and mental stress.

Benefits of Spirulina for Seniors

·  GLA in Spirulina promotes normal cholesterol levels, keeps the heart healthy and reduces age related effects. It also balances the various hormonal functions to improve energy utilization and all-round health.

Medical conditions supported by Spirulina

Convalescing people with a disease or deficiency who, need additional nutritional supplementation, to support early recovery or to build lost immunity.

Spirulina promotes health in many ways. It powerfully protects from oxidant stress and strongly supports the immune system and a healthy inflammatory response.
Scientific studies suggest it may be especially good for the brain, heart, immune system and more; so you can meet life“s challenges..



COMPARATIVE NUTRITIONAL VALUES
PROTEIN CONTENT (g per 100g)
Eggs
Milk
Soyabean
Pulses (Black Gram)
Spirulina
13.3
4.3
43.2
24.0
55.0
BETA-CAROTENE (mcg per 100g)
Carrots
Spinach
Mango
Spirulina
1890
5580
2740
190000
VITAMIN B-12 (mcg per 100g)
Milk
Spirulina
0.60
5
IRON (mg per 100g)
Soyabean
Spinach
Spirulina
11.5
10.9
32
*Source : National Institute of Nutrition (1980) Nutritive Value of Indian Foods.
Spirulina VS other Vitamins sources
Vitamin
Spirulina (6g)
Other Source
Possible problems resulting from insufficient Vitamins
Beta-Carotene
Pro-Vitamin A
12mg
28 bottle of milk
550 pcs apples
Infections, Lack of smell sense Acne, Dermatitis, Eczema
B1
0.24mg
16 pcs Sardines
8 bowls of rice
Insomnia, Muscle pain, Memory impairment Acne, Eczema, Reduced immune resistance, Heart problems.
B2
0.24mg 
4 whole potatoes
Cataracts, Deteriorated vision, Insomnia, Stomatitis, Rough and dry skin, Growth retardation, Eczema, Vaginal itching
B3
1.02mg
8 pcs lemons
Nervousness, Dermatitis.
B6
43.2ug
90g bread
4 pcs
Asparagus
Heart diseases,
Insomnia, Stomatitis,
Rough and dry skin, Nervousness, Eczema, Dermatitis.
B12
7.2ug
4 pcs eel
240g cheese
Pernicious
Anemia, Ageing fatigue,
Menstruation problems

 

Typical analysis of Spirulina per 100g
Protein
60 - 63%
3 times higher than fish, beef or pork;
6 times higher than eggs;
2 times higher than soybeans
Minerals
7-13 %
Including Calcium, Potassium, Magnesium,
Zinc and Phosphorus
Fibre
8-10 %
4 times higher than flour and corn
Vitamin B12
0.2 – 0.3mg
3-4 times higher than animal liver
Beta Carotene
140 – 330mg
5 times higher than carrots, 40 times higher than Spinach
Carbohydrate
15-25%
Adequate quantity is available
Lipid
6-8%
Meager amount of lipid content
Chlorophyll
1000 – 2000mg
More than 20 times higher than wheatgrass
Calcium
130mg
10 times higher than milk
Iron
33mg
65 times higher than spinach, 30 times higher than beef, 5 times higher than soybeans

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-- Is it safe to consume Spirulina?
* The World Health Organization (WHO) of the UN has recommended Spirulina as safe and nutritious for children


* IIMSAM to encourage Spirulina to combat Swine Flu



* NASA considers Spirulina an ideal food to have/grow on space stations



* In 1974 United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)  announced Spirulina as the
 BEST FOOD FOR TOMORROW. In 1981 FDA announced as the                "BEST NUTRITIONAL SUPPLIMENT"



* In 1983 Spirulina won the "BEST NATURAL FOOD AWARD" at West Germany Food Exposition.






Spirulina Research and Clinical Studies

CANCER
Several studies show Spirulina or its extracts can prevent or inhibit cancers in humans and animals. Some common forms of cancer are thought to be a result of damaged cell DNA running amok, causing uncontrolled cell growth. Cellular biologists have defined a system of special enzymes called Endonuclease which repair damaged DNA to keep cells alive and healthy. When these enzymes are deactivated by radiation or toxins, errors in DNA go unrepaired and, cancer may develop. In vitro studies suggest the unique polysaccharides of Spirulina enhance cell nucleus enzyme activity and DNA repair synthesis. This may be why several scientific studies, observing human tobacco users and experimental cancers in animals, report high levels of suppression of several important types of cancer. The subjects were fed either whole Spirulina or treated with its water


HIV
In April 1996, scientists from the Laboratory of Viral Pathogenesis, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, and Earthrise Farms, Calipatria, California, announced on-going research, saying "Water extract of Spirulina platensis inhibits HIV-1 replication in human derived T-cell lines and in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells. A concentration of 5-10 µg/ml was found to reduce viral production" Ayehunie S., Belay A., Hu Y., Baba T., Ruprecht R., 7th IAAA Conference, Knysna, South Africa April 17, 1996. Inhibition of HIV-1 replication by an aqueous extract of Spirulina platensis (Arthrospira platensis).


RADIATION AND ANEMIA

Spirulina is approved in Russia as a "medicine food" for treating radiation sickness. The Children of Chernobyl suffer radiation poisoning from eating food grown on radioactive soil. Their bone marrow is damaged, rendering them immunodeficient. Radiation damaged bone marrow cannot produce normal red or white blood cells. The children are anemic and suffer from terrible allergic reactions. Children fed just five grams of Spirulina in tablets each day make dramatic recoveries within six weeks. Children who did not take Spirulina remained ill Evets L.B. et al Grodenski State Medical University, January 15, 1994 Russian Federation Committee of Patents and Trade, Patent Number: (19) RU (11) 2005486 C1 (51) 5 A 61K35/80. Means to Normalize the levels of Immunoglobulin E Using the Food Supplement Spirulina
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SPIRULINA TESTIMONIALS FROM USA

Spirulina Testimonials from the United States

http://www.microrganics-uk.com/spirulina_testimonials.htm

 

Note:The testimonials on this website are not intended to imply that Spirulina can cure or prevent any disease, nor are they intended as an aid in diagnosing or treating any disease.
People taking Spirulina report finding relief from arthritis and other painful conditions, seeing improvement in skin conditions, feeling more energetic, losing weight, and generally experiencing an increased sense of well-being.
Here are some excerpts from letters that were sent to the offices of the manufacturer, Cyanotech in Hawaii. While these are not scientific studies, they do show how people feel a difference in their health when using Spirulina.

Arthritic Condition: Reiters Syndrome

I just wanted to let you know how Spirulina changed my life. Two and a half years ago, when I was 29, I developed a painful arthritic condition known as Reiter's Syndrome. My doctor gave me a prescription drug which only upset my stomach and gave me vertigo. By this time, I was finding it difficult to sleep, let alone walk, and I was forced to quit my job. Then my doctor gave me another prescription drug which brought me some relief during the acute stage. The main drawback, besides its exorbitant price, was that it was very hard on my stomach. I spent the next six months in a state of nausea. I was able to walk short distances but it still hurt like hell.
Then one day a friend gave me some Spirulina; after a few days something wonderful happened – I realized I had no pain. I didn't attribute it to the Spirulina, however – I thought it was a natural occurrence. After a few weeks, I ran out of Spirulina, and sure enough, those nagging aches began to return. After a few painful days, I finally hit myself on the head and said, "It was the Spirulina!"
Since that day, about 6 months ago, I've never been without Spirulina. Not only has my arthritis disappeared, my overall mental and physical state is better. Thanks to Spirulina, I wake up each morning feeling fine and able to do things I was afraid I would never be able to do again. What can I say? Spirulina is the greatest! (M. Simon, Fullerton, CA)

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

These wonderful tablets gave me back my strength. I suffered from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I will never quit taking your tablets. (H. Nowak,Helen, GA)

Energy/Resistance to Illness

I seem to be more energetic. I have better resistance to illness—it boosts my immune system. (Carlene Kreetlove, Mazomani, WI)

Eyesight/Skin/Menstrual Pains

Spirulina in tablets and powder has helped me and my family a lot. My eyesight has recovered from blurred vision. I have very tight sleep. Most of my pimples are gone and my face became more beautiful, not only because of moothskin, but my eyes sparkle and dark spots around my eyes are gone. My menstruation pains are totally gone also. I feel really better. Thanks to Spirulina and God for such a wonderful discovery. (Ellen Dimabayao, Los Angeles, CA)

Body Pains

This is an excellent product which has put the desire to live back in me. Before I started the tablets I was so iserable with pain of all kinds all over my body, shooting pains, tired pain in my hip, aches in my calves. I am now improved so that I can exercise, which is also good for me. My diet has not changed much nor my dication for diabetes and hypertension. However, my feeling is vastly different. I have told many others and started my two sisters and a fellow worker on it. I hope they are helped by it too, although mine was an extreme case which medical doctors and chiropractors couldn't seem to help. (M. Honmyo, Seattle, WA)

Energy/Appetite Suppressant/Mental & Cognitive

I am a Nutritional Health Advisor, Chef, Yoga Practitioner and Teacher, 50 Drummer and Writer. In over ten years of veganism I have tried many brands of Spirulina and Nutrex [Hawaiian] is by far the freshest and most potent form available on the market today. This has been confirmed by many nutritionist and scientist colleagues of mine. As a raw and living foodist, I consume Spirulina almost every day and it is one of my main sources of protein. I will never forget the first time I tried Nutrex Hawaiian Spirulina; I had boundless energy, my appetite decreased and I finally felt like my brain was functioning adequately. This product has increased my mental and cognitive capacities remarkably! If you want to understand what is meant by the statement “we use less than 2% of our brain,” try this product and you will feel yourself accessing the remaining 98%. (Shanti Devi Michal, New York City)

Dark Spots on Face

A couple of months before I started taking Spirulina, my doctor warned me to watch a couple of dark spots on my face. These spots were presumably caused by sun exposure damaging my skin. After my wife saw Spirulina ommended by a news letter, we both added it to our diet. To my delight the spots on my face got smaller and disappeared after just a few months. (Emil Eastburn, Westford, MA)

Leg Pain

I am seventy years of age. At the time [I started taking Spirulina tablets] I was having severe pain in my knees and legs, which became much worse when I would lay down. I couldn't kneel and had difficulty even bending my knees. Now I am able to bend my knees and even do knee bends. I am very happy to say I no longer have the pains in my knees. I am so happy to have discovered these miracle tablets. I feel so much better, not only with my knees and legs, but also in my general health. (N. Behling, Palm Bay, FL)

Internal Hemorrhoids

My husband has internal hemorrhoids and Spirulina has controlled them remarkably. (Paula Cramer, Salt Lake City, UT)

Energy/Mental Acuity/Immune System

I have a higher level of energy and mental acuity. It appears to strengthen my immune system. (Pete Bauer, Mazomani, WI)

Neck Pain

Several years ago, I took [a prescription drug] for severe neck pain. I stopped taking it when my sister told me about Spirulina. I seldom have any discomfort in this area now. [The prescription drug] was not nearly as effective as Spirulina. (N. Hawkins, Indio, CA)

Pre-Menstrual Syndrome/Appetite Suppressant

Nutrex Spirulina [Hawaiian] has been like a miracle cure for the severe PMS symptoms I suffered with for years. It’s helped to ease tension and insomnia. Also it has acted as an appetite suppressant. I am very grateful. Thanks. (Victoria Yiannatsis, Rehoboth Beach, DE)

Arthritis/Energy

I am a 63 year old woman, have always been very active, and still have a cleaning service where I do a lot of the work myself. I've known for several years that I have the telltale signs of arthritis, the swollen joints in my fingers and a very tender lump on one of my knuckles. I was beginning to think I would have to give up my business as I was in so much pain, especially in my hands. Also, my ankles made a cracking noise when I walked. A friend of mine told me about Spirulina and I thought, well I might as well give it a try. After taking Spirulina for three weeks, the first thing I noticed was that all the soreness and pain were gone from my hands and that my ankles didn't make a noise when I walked. After my second bottle, I could work eight and ten hours straight and still no pain. I was out of Spirulina after my third bottle and after two weeks the soreness and pain had returned. After starting back on Spirulina, within four days all the swelling and pain are gone. I have more energy and just feel better all over. I've stopped taking all my other vitamins. moning and three at bedtime works best for me. I've recommended Spirulina to several of my friends and family members who are now taking it with positive results. I know for myself I don't want to be without Spirulina again. (A. Walls, Melbourne, FL)

Strength/Energy

I wish to tell you how much I appreciate the introduction to your Spirulina. I first became aware of the product when I asked a neighbor what her secret was in keeping in such good shape and how she gets so much energy. She told me that she had eaten your Spirulina for one year, and gets the energy from this product. I was at that time in the process of moving, and was afraid, by doing all the work myself, I would hurt myself again, especially my shoulders (bursitis), and back (old age, I guess). I am 59 years old. I started to eat 6 Spirulina tablets daily, two weeks before moving. Needless to say, I got through all with flying colors, experienced strength I had not known for a long time. Thank you for making this product available to me. I feel younger, better, stronger, can work better with more energy. I am recommending your Spirulina to my friends, and for a good deed, I get them started with a first supply. (E. Corderoy, Hilo, HI)

Resistance to Colds/Energy/Pain

I have been taking Spirulina for six months. Mostly six tablets a day, sometimes more. I started taking your Spirulina when I had a painful condition in my right knee from what I thought was arthritis. Within two weeks, I had no pain left. It also gave me so much energy. I have not been hungry between meals. I also noticed that I do not get colds and that during the flu season, even though I was in contact with my family who did have the flu, I did not get it. I know that when I forget to take Spirulina my symptoms returned. I know this natural product is from God. I recommend it to anyone. Thank you. (C.B. Lang, lndiatlantic, FL)

Arthritis

I am 64 years of age and have had a bone density test. They determined I have arthritis in two vertebrae, pelvic bone, and knee joint. I was in so much pain it was hard to walk any distance and had trouble sleeping, as I would wake with severe pain in my entire right leg. When I first heard about Spirulina I did not think it would work but I was willing to give it a try. After three weeks, I can now walk two miles without pain. I thank God for Spirulina and for Clara who told me about it. (L. Enmon,Ontario, Canada)

Stamina/Energy

I feel better in the mornings and have more stamina and energy. (D. Waki, Wailuku, HI)

Cancer/Macular Degeneration/Pain

When I was 65, I had a routine physical exam and blood test at the VA Hospital in Honolulu. A few days later the doctor called me and said something seemed wrong with my blood. He was sending the sample to the military hospital (the Tripler Army Hospital and Medical Center). I became scared. After that the doctors sent me for more tests at the oncology department blood lab. They took ten blood samples during three days of tests, including bone scans. These tests were sent for analysis and profiles on the blood plasma cells. They found too many antibodies and too much protein in the blood. The tests, the doctors said, meant that I had multiple myeloma. He said to me, “I’ve got bad news, this is cancer of the blood and there is no cure for it. You will be dead in four months.”I not only felt rotten by this time because of the diagnosis, I just felt rotten in my body. I looked like a scarecrow. I had lost lots of weight. I often felt like keeling over when I was standing. I had no energy. During this time I had to go to Honolulu every month for analysis and treatment. I did that for about a year. The doctor had not started me on chemotherapy in the first few months. I had heard of wheatgrass and the effects its high content of chlorophyll had on the blood. I had started taking wheat grass juice very early after my diagnosis. I drank at least two, eight ounce glasses a day for almost a year. I even grew the wheatgrass myself.
Tests showed that my health condition sort of maintained itself during the wheatgrass time, but I still felt rotten. I prayed every day. My tests involved bone lesions, nuclear isotope bone scans, and all during the later six months he kept testing my blood, weight, and more blood tests. The protein levels and antibodies had stabilized, and the myeloma was not progressing. And I wasn’t dead. The doc said I didn’t need any chemo right now. By this time, I had given up on wheatgrass, and for three months had been taking Spirulina. I started taking six tablets a day, but that didn’t seem right, so I took ten per day. Ten made me feel stronger, less nervous, and I began to feel more relaxed. I was physically stronger.
I think the Spirulina was working because of its whole food aspects: The vitamin B complex, the proteins, the essential amino acids, and the chlorophyll. The rotten feeling I had in my body never came back after I started taking Spirulina. I started gaining weight back. I feel like a 25 year old, and I am 70! I think Spirulina cures and prevents cancer. It is a wonderful supplement for anything. Chlorophyll helps clean out the arteries, and Spirulina is very high in chlorophyll. It is grown in such intense sun. I felt so good about Spirulina that when a friend of ours for over twenty years began to have constant pain, I had to tell her about it. This friend is 80 years old, the wife of a probate judge. She began to have constant pain in all her muscles and she couldn’t sleep. She saw four different doctors, but they could not figure it out. Each time we saw her, she was worse. I told her she should take Spirulina, and about the story of taking ten tablets a day. She started taking the dosage. In one month she gained ten pounds. I asked her how she felt, and she said she felt young again. She no longer sat with her arms folded up or walked hunched over. Her husband started taking Spirulina, and he feels much better too. I feel the Spirulina saved her from a lot of pain and made the quality of her life better. One more health benefit from Spirulina: For ten years I was going to the Vitreoretinal Foundation in Tennessee for my eyes. I had a cataract removed ten years ago and had a retinal tear and laser treatment. Then three years ago I had a diagnosis of macular degeneration. I would see telephone polls with a crook in them. My center vision was faded. I had tunnel vision. The doctors said it couldnot be stopped; there is no cure. During the time I had been taking Spirulina, and three years after the iagnosis, I had my eyes reexamined for a determination of the health of the retinal cells. The doctor looked it over and then he said, “Amazing! Your retina is not worse. In fact, it’s better.” I can now see poles with no center vision problems. I attribute the regeneration of my macular cells to Spirulina. (David Schrieber, Keaau, HI)

Spirulina Testimonials from Around the World

Exhaustion/Energy

I have a 7:30 to 5 PM job. When I come home I still do my household chores, and still have time to spend with my three children aged 22, 19 and 17. Thanks to Spirulina I have so much more patience from not feeling exhausted anymore. I feel wonderful, energized, I feel l can handle anything; I just take four tablets in the morning and four in the afternoon. If it can help me in my serious condition, I am sure it can help others with all their complaints. Once again thank you Spirulina by Marcus Rohrer [Hawaiian]. (Mrs. Latiff, Johannesburg, South Africa)

Sports Training

I use Spirulina simply because it works and it is 100% natural. I feel fitter, have a better resistance and recover more quickly after exertion, whether it is a heavy training session or a match. My last condition test showed clearly that I had more stamina than last year. (Erwin Koeman, Dutch National Soccer Team, Holland)

Diabetes

I am a juvenile diabetic patient. After I have started taking Spirulina Pacifica [Hawaiian], I have found an amazing result. My fasting blood sugar count has come down from 294 mg to 120 mg. Thank you very much. (Mohua Dasgupta, Kolkata, India)

Digestion/Energy

Over the past year I have been taking Hawaiian Spirulina to neutralize ome serious health problems. About four years ago I contracted acute and aggressive Ulcerative Colitis, necessitating the complete removal of my large intestine. In my particular case, this played havoc with my digestive system, especially in the area of essential nutrients. During these last four years I have tried many health products and supplements and have had few permanent benefits. Most of these products helped for a short term, but were unable to sustain that on a continuing basis. Since discovering Hawaiian Spirulina, I have appreciated its benefits over an entire year. Its effects have not diminished, and I have found this to be a major source of my nutritional intake. Since taking Hawaiian Spirulina, I have felt myself being able to increase my energy levels and feel it has helped in my general lifestyle. (Marie Cleanthous, St. Georges, South Australia)

Feel Younger/Hair, Skin and Nails

I am 78 years of age and have been on Spirulina for over a year and find it highly beneficial. Since being on Marcus Rohrer Spirulina [Hawaiian], I have had no flu, my hair has stopped falling out and it is shiny and healthy. My nails are not cracking and they are healthy. My complexion, which was sallow, has become radiant. The tablets are pleasant to take. I am very active with lots of energy and feel like a man 20 years younger. I feel that this is largely due to Spirulina and I can highly recommend it. Thank you Spirulina! (Bob Lipman, Cape Town, South Africa)

Recovery from Operation

Last year I had to have a back operation. A big operation at my age, because at 62 you are not young any more. My surgeon advised me to take Marcus Rohrer Spirulina [Hawaiian] to help me get my strength back quickly. I must say – it was a golden tip! (Mr. Verheyen, Lille, Belgium)

Zest for Life

It was six months ago that my husband and I started taking the little green pills every morning, while the ongoing reaction from friends included remarks like “It’s psychological” – “It’s all in the mind” – “Impossible” – magination.”Now, these same friends are also experiencing the same zest for life thanks to Spirulina Marcus Rohrer (S. Kotze, Kraaifontein, South Africa)

“Physical Enrichment Without Being Rich”

I am not affluent and cannot afford a rich diet for my family. But Spirulina Pacifica [Hawaiian] has taken worries off e. Today with this Spirulina Pacifica every member of my family is physically enriched without being rich. Thank you Spirulina Pacifica. (Indranath Mondal, Sonarpur, India)

Weight Loss

Taking Spirulina by Marcus Rohrer, I easily managed to lose 15 pounds and I feel a lot fitter. I have a busy job as a representative and often felt tired and was overweight. I had tried everything, also homeopathic remedies, but nothing helped. I will certainly continue to use Spirulina. (Mrs. Van Arendonk, Haarlem, The Netherlands)

Spirulina Worked a Miracle for Me

I am an 83-year old lady living in my own in a flat. Last year I landed up in hospital after I fell one night and became very ill with bronchitis. When I was discharged I was very weak and frail. I was able to shuffle around with the aid of two crutches and only with extreme difficulty; I was so weak I wished that I would die. My daughter-in-law works in a pharmacy and she had heard all about Spirulina by Marcus Rohrer [Hawaiian]. She bought me a little bottle and after a few days I was truly amazed at the change in my condition. I have become more mobile and hardly need to use the crutches anymore. My blood pressure has never been so stable and I am certainly more alert. Several people have remarked on the improvement in my condition and are amazed at the change in me. I can only attribute this to the Spirulina and I want to thank you for this excellent product which has truly worked a miracle for me. (Mrs. Stevens, Durban, South Africa)

Energy/Endurance

I am a national level swimmer currently in the Australian Telstra Dolphins Swim Team. I have been selected in the Australian Under 18 Team that competed in the Sydney Youth Olympics 2001. I have only been using Spirulina for a short time but believe it has helped greatly with training and recovery. It gives me more energy and endurance. I recently swam a 2 km time trial with a 30 second personal best. (David Cox, Beechboro, West Australia)

Sports Training/Energy

I have been taking Marcus Rohrer Spirulina for over four years now. I have been participating in sports since I was 8. At age 12 I was training for football 5 times a week. I have been skateboarding for the past two years and I train very intensively. After being on my board for 5 to 6 hours I can feel every bone and muscle in my body. I then often take almost 20 Spirulina tablets and quickly feel energetic again. Spirulina has helped me a lot: Injuries like bruising and grazes heal really quickly and I am never troubled by growing pains. Before I go to school in the orning I often just drink water and take a handful of Spirulina. That keeps me fit all morning. (Felix Nissen, 14 years old, Aurich, Germany)

Appetite Suppressant/Healing after Operation

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About Arthritis

Arthritis is a progressive inflammatory condition caused when the soft muscles in the joints become inflamed, severely restricting the movement of the joint and causing a lot of pain and discomfort. In older people, who are most susceptible to this condition, arthritis is the leading cause of restriction of movement or immobility. Arthritis is a condition that we are all quite familiar with and even if you haven’t been afflicted with the condition it is most likely that you are acquainted with someone who is. Arthritis is a degenerative condition that affects the joints causing severe pain and greatly reducing mobility. In severe cases and if neglected the effects can be debilitating. Arthritis is typically associated with old age and although most prevalent among the aged it can affect almost anyone, but this it is uncommon among young adults and children. Arthritis may not be a life threatening condition but it is a dreaded condition because of the extent to which it affects your life. Simple tasks and routines that we normally take for granted can become quite a challenge. For example, arthritis in the hands, wrists or fingers can make working at the computer near impossible. While it can be quite debilitating it is not unmanageable. Arthritis can be managed and controlled to minimize its impact on your life. But to effectively control and treat the condition you need to be well informed and understand the condition.

The word 'arthritis' means 'inflammation of the joints'. It is derived from two Greek words: athron, meaning joints; and itis, meaning inflammation. It is, generally, a chronic disease process. Arthritis occurs in various forms, the most frequent being osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease which usually occurs in the older age-group. Rheumatoid arthritis is a serious disease which affects not only the joints of the fingers, wrists, hips, knees, and feet, but also the muscles, tendons and other tissues of the body.

Arthritis Picture
There are a lot of different kinds of arthritis, categorized according to the extent of wear and tear in the joints and the cartilaginous tissues. Sometimes, the inflammation could be caused due to excessive wear and tear of the joints. However, the inflammation could also be caused due to autoimmune disorders. Such disorders, in which the immune system attacks the joints, are one of the leading causes of arthritis and rheumatism.

There are various types of arthritis but most forms of the condition do cause some amount of swelling and pain the joints, so if you do experience pain and stiffness in any of the joints in your body on a regular basis then it is possible that you may be suffering from arthritis. All of our bodily movements and our mobility or flexibility is dependent on the proper functioning of the joints. Swelling or inflammation of the joints, which is typical of most types of arthritis, can however cause the joints to get severely damaged over time. Some forms of arthritis can even cause problems in organs like the eyes or skin.

Osteoarthritis is one of the most common manifestations of arthritis and this usually develops as a result of aging or due to some injury. Some types of arthritis may also develop as a result of your immune system turning on your own body. The immune system which normally protects against infections may begin attacking your own body’s tissue in this type of arthritis, with rheumatoid arthritis being the most common. Although arthritis is by and large associated with old age or aging, the condition can also affect children. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is fortunately a very rare condition. At times arthritis may develop as a result of an infections spreading from one part of the body to the joint, and this is termed as infectious arthritis.

Arthritis may be a degenerative condition to which there is no permanent cure, but treatment can help to manage and control arthritis, reducing its effect on your everyday life. The main focus of arthritis treatment, whether with conventional treatment or with natural arthritis remedies is towards preventing further deterioration of the joints and to increase and preserve mobility, while restricting arthritis pain. Arthritis pain relief and management is best achieved through a combination of medical treatments and natural remedies or self care that could include specialized arthritis diet plans, lifestyle routines, and physiotherapy that may include specific exercises like yoga or pilates.

Arthritis in the hands and feet or hips can be particularly problematic during pregnancy. Women suffering from arthritis should give serious thought to a decision to get pregnant because of the risk of complications.

Arthritis symptoms


Pain and Stiffness in the Joints, Anaemia, Colitis

The main symptoms of osteoarthritis are pain and stiffness in the joints. The pain usually increases after exercise. Rheumatoid arthritis is often called the 'cooked food disease'. lt usually develops gradually over several months, with persistent pain and stiffness in one or more joints. Ultimately the whole body is affected. Symptoms include anemia, colitis, constipation, deformed hands and feet.

The gradual onset of osteoarthritis will typically cause symptoms like a progressive stiffening of the joints and some amount of pain but there is unlikely to be any noticeable swelling, or fever and chills.

Rheumatoid arthritis can cause symptoms like painful swelling and inflammation of the joints with stiffness, usually affecting the fingers, legs, arms and wrists. These symptoms are generally most severe when you wake up each morning.

If you experience joint inflammation and tenderness or pain that is also accompanied by a fever or chills then it is very likely that what you are experiencing could be infectious arthritis or some other disease that causes arthritis like symptoms.

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis could cause symptoms like weight loss and a loss of appetite or anemia and fever in children. You may also notice the appearance of blotchy rashes on the arms and legs.

If the onset of the pain and inflammation is very sudden and is accompanied by redness and tenderness then there is a high possibility that it is the beginning of gout.

Cause of Arthritis

Structural Changes in the Articular Cartilage in the Joints

Osteoarthritis results from structural changes in the articular cartilage in the joints, usually those which are weight-bearing, such as the spine and knees.

Hormonal Imbalance, Physical and Emotional Stress

Rheumatoid arthritis is due to an inflammation of the synovium or lining of the joints. This is accompanied by swelling and eventually leads to deformity. The condition may be caused by hormonal imbalance, physical and emotional stress, infection, severe fright, shock, and injury.

Heredity

Hereditary factors may also be responsible for the onset of this disease.

Arthritis Causes

There are various types of arthritis and accordingly a number of possible causes. Arthritis generally does involve a breakdown and deterioration of cartilage however, which is essential for protection of the joints to enable smooth movement. With the destruction of or loss of cartilage there is some amount of friction as the bones make contact causing severe pain and swelling. The causes of arthritis in the back, neck, hips, knees, elbows, wrists, and ankles or other joints could be attributed to various factors such as autoimmune diseases, bone damage, general wear and tear or aging, or because of infection. If caused by some other condition the inflammation or other symptoms of arthritis should resolve once the infection has been treated or the injury healed. At times however the condition will not resolve even after the elimination of the cause as you may have developed chronic arthritis. Arthritis like osteoarthritis is also age related and it will not go away completely.

Some factors that put you at risk of developing arthritis however include being overweight. Obesity may cause arthritis to develop a lot more easily because of the high amount of stress and pressure on the joints. Performing certain repetitive movements like repeatedly hammering at a nail or batting could put stress on the concerned joint, which is why construction workers or baseball players for example are at risk. A lack of physical activity also contributes to deterioration and muscle or tissue loss and may contribute to arthritis. An unhealthy diet that is excessively high in fat or previous injuries to a joint may also contribute to the eventual development of arthritis.

Home Remedies for Arthritis

Arthritis Treatment using Potato Juice

The raw potato juice therapy is considered one of the most successful biological treatments for rheumatic and arthritic conditions. It has been used in folk medicine for centuries. The traditional method of preparing potato juice is to cut a medium-sized potato into thin slices, without peeling the skin, and place the slices overnight in a large glass filled with cold water. The water should be drunk in the morning on an empty stomach. Fresh juice can also be extracted from potatoes. A medium-sized potato should be diluted with a cup of water and drunk first thing in the morning.

Arthritis Treatment using Other Raw Juices

One cup of green juice, extracted from any green leafy vegetable, mixed in equal proportions with carrot, celery, and red beet juices is good for arthritis. The alkaline action of raw juices dissolves the accumulation of deposits around the joints and in other tissues. A cup of fresh pineapple juice is also valuable, as the enzyme bromelain in fresh pineapple juice reduces swelling and inflammation in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Arthritis Treatment using Sesame Seeds

A teaspoon of black sesame seeds, soaked in a quarter cup of water and kept overnight, has been found to be effective in preventing frequent joint pains. The water in which the seeds are soaked should also be taken along with the seeds first thing in the morning.

Arthritis Treatment using Copper

Drinking water kept overnight in a copper container accumulates traces of copper, which is said to strengthen the muscular system. A copper ring or bracelet is worn for the same reason.

Arthritis Treatment using Calcium

Studies have shown that calcium can help arthritis. Several patients have discovered that joint pains have either been relieved or have disappeared entirely after taking calcium. This mineral should be taken in the form of calcium lactate. Two teaspoons of calcium lactate, each teaspoon providing 400 mg of absorbable calcium, may be taken three times daily in water, before meals for at least four months.

Arthritis Ttreatment using Garlic

Garlic is another effective remedy for arthritis. It contains an anti-inflammatory property which accounts for its effectiveness in the treatment of this disease. Garlic may be taken raw or cooked according to individual preference.

Arthritis Treatment using Bananas

Bananas, being a rich source of vitamin B6, have proved useful in the treatment of arthritis. A diet of only bananas for three or four days is advised in treating this condition. The patient may eat eight or nine bananas daily during this period and nothing else.

Arthritis Treatment using Lime

Lime has also been found beneficial as a home remedy for arthritis. The citric acid found in lime is a solvent of uric acid which is the primary cause of some types of arthritis. The juice of one lime, diluted with water, may be taken once a day, preferably first thing in the morning.

Arthritis Treatment using Alfalfa

A tea made from the herb alfalfa, especially from its seeds, has shown beneficial results in the treatment of arthritis. One teaspoon of alfalfa seeds may be added to one cup of water. Three to four cups of this tea should be taken daily by arthritics for at least two weeks.

Arthritis Treatment using Green Gram Soup

Another home remedy found useful in relieving pains in the joints is the use of green gram soup. This soup should be prepared by mixing a tablespoon of green gram in a cup of water, with two crushed garlic cloves. It should be taken twice a day.

Arthritis Treatment using Castor Oil

Treatment with castor oil has been found beneficial in arthritis. The procedure, as prescribed by a Spanish doctor, is to boil two tablespoons of castor oil over a stove burner. The oil should then be poured into a glass of fresh orange juice and taken before breakfast daily till the disease is cured. It was advised to patients to take it for three weeks, wait for another three weeks and then repeat it again for another three weeks. It is, however, essential that the patient must take an alkaline diet while adopting this mode of treatment otherwise the value of the treatment will be lost.

Arthritis Treatment using Coconut or Mustard Oil

Warm coconut oil or mustard oil, mixed with two or three pieces of camphor should be massaged on stiff and aching joints. It will increase blood supply, and reduce inflammation and stiffness with the gentle warmth produced while massaging. Camphorated oil is an ancient rubefacient used for the purpose.

Home Remedies for Arthritis

While arthritis almost always requires medical attention to slow down the degeneration of the joints, a lot of people prefer natural arthritis treatment. This approach is usually slow, but is free of side effects. The treatment of rheumatoid arthritis ranges from herbal remedies to joint replacement surgeries. Depending on the condition and the severity of the damage to the joints, a doctor would recommend treatments.

A lot of people consume garlic to treat their arthritis. You can consume raw garlic with a glass of water, and if that is not acceptable to you, you can even get yourself some garlic supplements. If there is swelling and redness in your joints, you can apply roasted fenugreek seeds, soaked in mustard oil to the joints. These help reduce the redness and the swelling in the joints, giving you a larger range of motion.

Another important thing to do is to pay attention to your diet. Drink lots of fluids so that the body tissues, especially those in the joints, remain hydrated. This would help to maintain the health of your joints.

Arthritis Diet

Take fruits and vegetables in the form of salads

The diet of an arthritis patient should be planned so as to produce alkalinity in the blood. It should include fruits and vegetables in the form of salads, and, at least, two cooked vegetables. In severe cases, it would be advisable to put the patient on raw vegetable juice therapy three times a day, for about a week. Repeated juice fasts are recommended at intervals of every two months.

Other Arthritis Treatments

Keep Body Warm, Don't Bandage Joints

The body should be kept warm at all times . Joints should not be bandaged tightly as this limits movement and interferes with the free circulation of blood.

Take Rest, Should have Plenty of Indirect Ventilation

There should be plenty of indirect ventilation in the bedroom. Rest is advised when there is acute inflammation in the joints.

Sea Bathing

Sea bathing has been found valuable in arthritis. The natural iodine in sea water is said to relieve arthritis pain. As is well known, Iodine regulates the acid-alkaline balance in the blood and tissues, helps to repair and regenerate worn out tissues and nourishes the skeletal structure. It enters into the thyroid gland's secretion. The hormone uses the iodine to cleanse the internal toxins. If sea bathing is not possible, the patient should relax for thirty minutes every night in a tub of warm water, in which a cup of common salt has been mixed. The minerals in the salt,especially Iodine, will be absorbed through the pores of the skin. This will help correct an internal imbalance.
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 What is Spirulina?

Spirulina (Spirulina Plantensis) is a microscopic freshwater plant, an aquatic micro-vegetable/organism composed of transparent bubble-thin cells stacked end-to-end forming a helical spiral filament.

It is a whole-food, not a concentrate, not an extract. It is detoxifying. A person can not eat too much and overdose on Spirulina. It contains more bio-chelated organic iron than any other whole-food. Bio-chelated means that the iron will easily be assimilated into the body. Spirulina has 58 times the iron of raw spinach and 28 times that of raw beef liver.


It contains more beta-carotene than any other whole food. Beta-carotene determines how our cells communicate with one another. "Beta carotene opens the membrane communication channels of cancerous and pre-cancerous cells, allowing the body to signal the cancerous cells to stop dividing. Therefore, foods rich in beta carotene may not only be able to prevent but also reverse cancers. (Wolf 1992)" (Spirulina, Nature's Superfood). Research as demonstrated that beta-carotene can lower cholesterol, treat wounds and reduce the size of tumors. Natural beta-carotene is far superior to synthetic, both chemically and physically. It absorbs better into the body than synthetic and it will NOT build up in the body and become toxic. There are NO toxic side effects with Spirulina the way there are with other blue green algae such as AFA (Afanzamon Flos Aqua, commonly known as Bluegreen Algae).


It is the richest source of natural antioxidants of any whole-food source. It contains every natural known antioxidant including zinc, manganese, selenium and copper, the amino acid methionine, vitamin E, vitamins B-1 and B-6, the amino acid methionine and of course, beta-carotene. It is rich in chlorophyll, much richer than wheat grass and alfalfa.


Spirulina contains more Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) than any other whole-food source.


Phycocyanin, which is the natural blue pigment of Spirulina, is not found in any other food on the plant.


Glycolipid, which is found in Spirulina, have been found to be active against the AIDS virus (Boyd et al 1989).

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Spirulina is a rich source Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), which is the "miracle" ingredient of Spirulina. GLA is an essential fatty acid that has been shown very helpful in the relief of joint pain.