Infrared Sauna Medical Studies and Articles

The evidence is clear. Toxins are every where, in our water, air, food, soaps, shampoos, even in the clothes we wear. It has become commonplace to read about mercury in our fish, jet fuel in our lettuce, heavy metals in our air. Toxins have been directly linked with a host of diseases: cancer, lowered immune function, arthritis, autism, fibromyalgia, alzheimers, neurological and cardiovascular disorders, just to name a few. People living today carry within their bodies a chemical cocktail made up of industrial chemicals, pesticides, food additives, heavy metals, general anaesthetics, and the residues of therapeutic pharmaceuticals, as well as toxins from alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, and illegal drugs. It is a problem that is not going away, at least not in our lifetime. We need to detoxify!

Sherry Rogers MD in her groundbreaking book, Detox or Die, says toxicity is a one-way street leading to disease; the key to healing the impossible is to reverse the toxicity. But what is the best way to detoxify? There are several methods being used today: chelation, where enzyme preparations are injected into the bloodstream, binding toxins as they pass through and are excreted; fasting, with or without herbal and mineral preparations and/or colonics to help to remove toxins; and saunas, removing toxins through sweating.

Validity through Medical Studies and Articles

Kaiser Permenante Article On The Health Benefits Of Saunas

Detoxification Through the Skin by Mark Sircus Ac., OMD March 6th, 2005

Circulation Journal December 2004 study on infrared sauna use in patients with chronic heart failure.

Saunas Improve Results for Heart Patients by author Patricia Palmer

Repeated thermal therapy improves impaired vascular endothelial function in patients with coronary risk factors by Imamura M, Biro S, Kihara T, Yoshifuku S, Takasaki K, Otsuji Y, Minagoe S, Toyama Y, Tei C. October, 2001

Repeated sauna therapy reduces urinary 8-epi-prostaglandin F(2alpha) Masuda A, Miyata M, Kihara T, Minagoe S, Tei C. Department of Cardiology, Respiratory and Metabolic Medicine, Kagoshima University, Kagoshima, Japan March, 2004

Heat in the treatment of patients with anorexia nervosa by Gutierrez E, Vazquez R. March 2001 (opens in new window)

The Effects of Repeated Thermal Therapy for Patients with Chronic Pain by Akinori Masuda, Yasuyuki Koga, Masato Hattanmaru, Shinichi Minagoe, Chuwa Tei 2005 (opens in new window)

The effects of repeated thermal therapy for two patients with chronic fatigue syndrome. by Masuda A, Kihara T, Fukudome T, Shinsato T, Minagoe S, Tei C. April 2005

Thermal Therapy Benefits Depressed Patients 2005

Clinical Implications of Thermal Therapy in Lifestyle-Related Diseases by Sadatoshi Biro, Akinori Masuda, Takashi Kihara and Chuwa Tei 2003. Obesity And Diabetes: Pathophysiological Mechanisms And Therapeutic Approaches

Repeated Thermal Therapy Diminishes Appetite Loss and Subjective Complaints in Mildly Depressed Patients by Akinori Masuda, MD, PhD, Masamitsu Nakazato, MD, PhD, Takashi Kihara, MD, PhD, Shinichi Minagoe, MD, PhD and Chuwa Tei, MD, PhD 2005. From the Psychosomatic Medicine, Respiratory and Stress Care Center, Kagoshima University Hospital, Kagoshima, Japan (A.M.); the Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Miyazaki University, Miyazaki, Japan (M.N.); and Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Metabolic Medicine, Kagoshima University, Kagoshima, Japan (T.K., S.M., C.T.).

Hormonal Balance with Essential Oils

Essential Oils and Hormonal Balance

When discussing hormones, it is critical to remember that each individual is unique.  There is no "one-size-fits-all" approach. When looking at lab results, be cautious of the result of    "normal".  The real issue is, "How do you feel?"

Menopause mindset?

Contrary to the medical mindset, menopause is not a hormone deficiency disease.

The current problems associated with hormone havoc ad menopause are the result of industrialization and the chemicals (xeno-estrogens) in our environment, as well as an unhealthy lifestyle, including changes in our diet associated with modern life.

Most of the symptoms associated with the result of estrogen dominance.  This imbalance of estrogen to progesterone can cause problems like:

• decreased sex drive
• irregular or abnormal periods
• mood swings or depression
• weight gain (since estrogen turns energy into fat)
• osteoporosis (because progesterone is needed for osteoclast formation)

Common phenomena today, and the result of xeno-estrogens in our environment. There are cases of women as young as their mid-30s entering menopause.  Internally, this is a primary toxicity-induced issue.  This same toxicity is progressing young girls   into womanhood as young of the age of 8.

Xeno-estrogens are synthetic estrogens or estrogen-like compounds

Caution to: Dairy products, chickens and meats, soy-based products and personal care products.  They leach from plastics we store our foods in, the Teflon we cook in and even the cans processed foods come in.  They are also plentiful in the chemicals we put on our lawns, those used in farming, which have contaminated our air, water and soil.

Avoiding these xeno-estrogens to balance hormones:

* Reduce stress

* Reduce chemical-laden personal care products

* Reduce toxicity from synthetic estrogens

* Increase progesterone levels

* Treat symptoms

* Lymphatic massage

Reduce Toxicity

There are two vital phases of this detoxification:

* Phase 1: Fat-soluble toxins are converted to water-soluble substances.  If this is process is not adequately accomplished, it leads to free radical production in the body.

* Phase 2: Conjugation is the combining of water-soluble substances with another compound to be released through the kidneys (as with chelation).  This must be accomplished quickly, and requires adequate fuel: antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

Cleansing and Hormonal Support Nutritional Supplements

For a correct approach and program to detoxification, Medical Foods by Metagenics will give the body what it needs in a balanced source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that will allow the body to ease through these two phases.

Break it down! Proper supplementation can be an enormous help.  For this, Meta I 3 C is a naturally occurring compound found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, brussel sprouts, and cabbage. Through its ability to promote the breakdown of estrogen to its beneficial, protective metabolite—2-hydroxyestrone—indole-3-carbinol may be safe and effective way to help achieve beneficial balance in estrogen metabolism.

Indole-3 Carbinol

(I3C) over Diindolylmethane (DIM)?

Both I3C and DIM do the exact same thing, converting estrogen into beneficial metabolites, with clinical evidence to support them. DIM, however, is poorly absorbed, making it necessary to use special forms available on the market that enhance its bioavailability.

Assistance with Protandim Raises Glutathione 300% which  is most powerful and a very simple molecule that is produced naturally all the time in your body.  It is a combination of three simple building blocks of protein

Normally glutathione is recycled in the body -- except when the toxic load becomes too great.  And that explains why we are in such trouble.

Glutathione is also the most critical and integral part of your detoxification system. All the toxins stick onto glutathione, which then carries them into the bile and the stool -- and out of your body.

Essential oils that help with detoxification:

Limonene is a compound found in particularly high levels in citrus oils; and limonene increases glutathione levels in the body, making citrus oils great detoxifiers, especially for petrochemicals (which are loaded with xeno-estrogens).

It has also been found that the aroma of citrus oils will balance hormones.  Their fragrance has a direct effect on the endocrine system, especially the hypothalamus (which has a role in governing hormone balance).

- EVB PURIFYING BLEND -

Therapeutic Benefits: A great detoxifying blend.

• Balances emotional and physical excesses such as resentment, jealousy, overeating, and alcohol and drug addictions.
• Cleanses the blood, lymph, and emotions of toxins.

Ingredients: Juniper, Grapefruit, Angelica Root, Lemongrass, Lemon, Rosemary, Cypress, and Fennel in a Jojoba oil base.

Essentials Oils to promote Progesterone

Thyme, as well as oregano oil will also support progesterone production.

Directions:   place 1-2 drops of the oil on the bottom of the feet.  Do not over-use oregano. Use 10 days, and then give your system a rest.

Managing Menopause Symptoms:

For hot flashes, peppermint oil can be massaged into the bottom of the feet or the back of the neck.  You can also mix it with water and spritz with it.

Other oils to consider are geranium, citrus oils, like wild orange, grapefruit and lemon, as well as clary sage.

Recipe:

Hot Flashes

Avoid coffee and alcohol

11 drops Geranium

7 drops Lemon

To Warm Bath Water

To 1oz Jojoba Oil to massage onto body

Night Sweats

Add 10 drops Grapefruit

10 drops Geranium

For fatigue, apply peppermint oil over the liver and adrenals

To improve libido, try ylang ylang, ginger, peppermint, clary sage.

Essential Oils associated with Menopause:

Geranium Rose

Chamomile   Grapefruit Rosewood    Orange

Clary Sage      Thyme       Lavender

Fennel         Peppermint

Massage therapy! Massage is not only relaxing and restorative; it allows your body to excrete toxins up to 200 times faster than on its own.

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Color Fading? Prolong your investement -Hamadi will keep you bright and beautiful!

Tired of spending hours at the salon just to watch your hair color wash down the drain?

Take a look  at  what causes color fading and how to prevent it, and PRODUCTS WE LOVE!

In my experience, there are two common causes for color fading:

1.)  Using a shampoo that contains harsh sulfates (SLS)  and a high in chemicals

2.) Exposure to environmental elements like the sun’s UVA and UVB rays.

Pass up Walgreens........Some of the most popular drug store products-even those designated for colored hair- may cause color fading, and even when you’re indoors the sun can cause color to oxidize, thus resulting in a faded, dull look.

Listed below are PRODUCTS KASIA ORGANIC SALON LOVES for achieving lasting color and prevent further fading:

Purchase natural and organic shampoos and conditioners that are specifically formulated for color treated hair.

Hamadi Hair Washes do not contain sodium laurel sulfate, which other products use to create a "lather" or “suds”.  Sulfates used in shampoos for its detergent and foam-building abilities can cause eye irritations, skin rashes, hair loss, scalp scurf similar to dandruff, and allergic reactions. Sulfates strip your hair of natural oils and nourishment.  Our hair washes use natural sudsing agents derived from coconuts, leaving the hair feeling clean and not heavy with detergents.  It takes about 2 weeks after switching to Hamadi organic hair wash for hair and scalp to detoxify chemical build up!

Hamadi Lemon Mint Hair Wash is a clarifier that removes toxic build up from environmental pollution and styling products while sealing in color.  Organic Mint Essential Oils invigorate and stimulate the scalp, especially after damage from color-treatment or lightening.  Provides sensational aromatherapy experience in the shower with Peppermint, Green Mint, White Cedar, Lemongrass, Lemon, Grapefruit, and Rosemary organic Essential Oils.  Organic Lemon and Grapefruit Essential Oils rebalance hair’s natural pH and return shine.

Where Natural Protectants against UVA and B Rays!

Hamadi Shea Spray: the best natural shine spray on the market.  Unlike other toxic shine sprays that end up harming your hair, Hamadi will actually nourish and protect your hair while giving great shine.  In addition to organic Aloe, Sea Kelp, and Shea Butter, our Shea Spray is made with organic Avocado, Ylang Ylang, and Rosemary essential oils.  Organic Shea naturally protects against the sun’s damaging rays and at 4oz, it’s the perfect size to toss in your beach bag!

Wash your hair every other day instead of daily. Use cool to cold water to prevent any color from rinsing out, as warm or hot water opens the hair cuticle allowing color an easy escape. Cold water keeps the cuticle closed and encourages healthy, shiny hair.

Deep condition the hair approximately one week before your color treatment, and directly after. The added protein and moisture will prep your hair, resulting in a more even color result.

Hamadi Shea Hair Mask is a great organic spa hair treatment.  Just sit back, relax, and take in the delicious aromatherapy of organic Vanilla and Ylang Ylang essential oils!  No heat cap required, you can put on in the shower for a quick treatment or sit and leave in for longer for deeper treatment. Give your mother Heather Graham’s beautifully nourished locks with Hamadi Shea hair Mask, the organic treatment of the stars!

or a top seller......

Hamadi Shea Leave In is a celebrity favorite and one of our top-sellers!  Smooth fly-aways and tames curls with nourishing Shea Butter, and is an absolute must for natural protection against the summers harsh rays!  Leave In after washing hair for light conditioning that won’t weigh the hair down but still delivers great shine. Also can be used for styling to heal hair on the go! Organic Rosemary, Jojoba, and Ylang Ylang essential oils give great aromatherapy while you’re away from the comforting scents of home.  No gooey waste here-rub in any excess into hands as a moisturizer!

Kasia Organic Salon Supports products that are:

Organic SLS-Free Cruelty- Free Paraben-free Biodegradable Hair Care Made with Organic Essential Oils

Buyer Beware - INGREDIENTS IN 20 DIFFERENT COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

Buyer Beware....

INGREDIENTS IN 20 DIFFERENT

COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

The following is the ingredients listing form variety of commercially produced products.

Johnson & Johnson Baby Shampoo  – w/natural lavender (no more tears) Water, cocomidopropyl betaine**, PEG-80**, sorbitan laurate, sodium trideceth sulfate, PEG-150** distearate, fragrance, polyquaternium-10**, tetrasodium EDTA, quaternium-15, citric acid, ext. violet 2

Suave Kids, 2 in 1 Hair Smoothers Shampoo Water, sodium laureth sulfate**, sorbitan laurate, cocamidopropyl bentaine**, dimethiconol, carbomer, fragrance, sodim citrate, polyquaternium-10**, TEA—Dodecylbenzenesulfonate**, tetrasodium edta, DMDM hydantoin**, PEG-150 distearate**, methyl chloroisothiazolinone**, methylisothiazolinone, PPG-9, mica, titanium dioxide

Suave Kids, Conditioner & Detangler Water, cetyl alcohol**, behentrimonium chloride, behentrimonium methosulfate, amodimethicone, fragrance, ceteareth-20 cetrimonium chloride, disodium EDTA, DMDM hydantoin**, trideceth-12 methylchloroisothiazolinine**, methylesothiazolicone

Strawberry Shortcake (Bubble Bath) Water, sodium laureth sulfate**, sodium chloride, lauryl glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine**, atrasodium EDTA, methylchloroisothiazolinone**, methylisothiazolinone, citric acid, fragrance. May contain FD&C blue 1, yellow 5, yellow 6, red 4, red 33, d&C violet 2.

LÂ’Oreal Kids Super Squirt Water, sodium laureth sulfate**, PEG-200**, hydrogenated clyceryl palmate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, polysorbate 20, sodium chloride, glycerin, PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate**, polysorbate 21, fragrance, sodium benzoate, polyquaternium-10**, disodium edta, potassium sorbate

LÂ’Oreal Kids Moisturizing Bath & Shower Gel Water, sodium laureth sulfate**, PEG-20 hydrogenated glyceryl palmate, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, PEG-30 glyceryl cocoate, clycerin, polysorbate 20, sodium chloride, PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate, hexylene glycol**, FD&C yellow 5, blue 1, fragrance, pear (pyrus communis) extract, sodium laureth-8 sulfate**, sodium oleth sulfate**, sodium methylparaben**, DMDM hydantoin**, magnesium laureth-8 sulfate, magnesium laureth, sulfate, magnesium oleth sulfate, polyquaternium-10**, propylene glycol**, disodium edta

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Water, sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate**, cocamidopropyl betaine**, sodium C12-15 pareth-15 sulfonate**, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, anthemis nobilis flower extract, matricaria (chamomilla recutita) flower extract, Linoleamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride, phosphate, propylene glycol**, yellow 5, red 40, sodium chloride, fragrance.

Sure unscented Antiperspirant Aluminum Zirconium Trichlorohydrox Gly**, cyclopentasiloxane, stearyl alcohol**, talc**, dimethicone, hydrogenated castor oil, polyethylene, silica, dipropylene glycol**, behenyl alcohol**, pentadecalactone.

Softsoap handsoap, Shea Butter Water, sodium laureth sulfate**, acrylates copolymer, cocamidopropyl betaine**, sodium chloride, methyl gluceth-10, Glycol distearate**, sodium hydroxide, fragrance, PPG-10 Methyl glucose ether, laureth-4, DmdM hydatoin**, butyrospermum parkii (Shea butter), tetrasodium EDTA, gelatin, acacia senegal gum, mica, citric acid, iron oxides, titanium dioxide

Aveeno “active naturals” Lotion Water, glycerin, emulsifying wax, ethylhexyl isonananoate, glycine soja (soybean) flour, propylene glycol isoceteth-3 acetate**, dimethicone, cyclomethicone, polyacrylamide, stearic acid, phenoxyethanol, C13-14 isoparaffin, dimethicone copolyol, benzyl alcohol**, fragrance, DMDM hydantoin**, glyceryl laurate, laureth-7, methylparaben**, cetearyl alcohol**, disodium EDTA, butylparaben**, ethylparaben**, propylparaben**, isobutylparaben**, iodopropynyl butylcaarbamate, glycine soja (soybean) seed extract, panthenyl ethyl ether, tocopheryl aetate, panthenol, BHT. May also contain sodium hydroxide**, citric acid.

Aveeno “active naturals” Stress Relief Body Wash Water glycerin, cocamidopropyl betaine**, sodium laureth sulfate**, decyl glucoside, avena sativa (oat) kernel flour, glycol stearate**, sodium lauroampho PG-acetate phosphate, guar hydroxypropltrimonium chloride, hydroxypropyltrimonium hydrolyzed wheat protein, hydroxpropyltrimonium hydrolyzed wheat starch, PEG-150 pentaerythrityl tetrastearate, PEG-120 methyl glucose trioleate, propylene glycol**, tetrasodium EDTA, PEG-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, fragrance, quaternium-15. May also contain sodium hydroxide, citric acid.

Pantene Pro-V Shampoo Water, ammonium laureth sulfate**, mmonium lauryl sulfate, sodium chloride, clycol distearate**, dimethicone, cetyl alcohol**, cocamide mea***, panthenol, panthenyl ethyl ether, lysine hci, methyl tyrosinate hci, histidine, fragrance, polyquaternium-10**, sodium citrate, hydrogenated polydecene, sodium benzoate, disodium edta, PEG-7m**, trimethylolpropane tricapryylate/tricaprate, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, benzophenone-3, citric acid, tocopheryl acetate, ammonium xylenesulfonate, methychloroisothiazolinone**, methylisothiazolinone.

Pantene Pro-V Conditioner Water, cyclopentasiloxane, stearamidopropyl dimethylamine, cetyl alcohol**, quaternium-18, panthenol, panthenyl ethyl ether, lysine HCI, methyl tyrosinate HCI, histidine, stearyl alcohol**, dimethicone, PEG-2M, polysorbate 60, cetearyl alcohol**, benzyl alcohol**, oleyl alcohol**, glyceryl stearate, hydroxyethylcellulose, fragrance, citric acid, EDTA, methychloroisothiazolinone**, methylisothiazolinone.

Curel Healing moisturizing lotion Water, glycerin, petrolatum*, cetearyl alcohol**, behentrimonium chloride, cetyl-PG hydroxyethyl palmitamide, isopropyl palmitate, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter), avena sativa (oat) meal extract, eucalyptus globules leaf extract, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) oil, cyclopentasiloxane dimethicone, acacia Senegal gum, gelatin, DMDM hydantion**

Eucerin Original Dry Skin Therapy Water, mineral oil**, isopropyl myristate, PEG-40**, sorbitan peroleate, glyceryl lanolate, sorbitol, propylene glycol**, cetyl palmitate, magnesium sulfate, aluminum stearate**, lanolin alcohol**, BHT, methylchloroisothiazolinone**, methylisothiazolinone.

Olay Body quench body lotion Water, glycerin, niacinamide, isohexadecane, petrolatum, isopropyl isostearate, dimethicone, stearyl alcohol**, cetyl alcohol**, panthenol, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate**, polyethylene, caprylic/capric triglycerides, sodium acrylates, behenyl alcohol**, fragrance, tocopheryl acetate, benzyl alcohol**, cetearyl glucoside, mica, titanium dioxide, tin oxide, ethylparaben**, dimethiconol, disodium EDTA, stearic acid, PEG-100 stearate**, butyrospermum parkii (shea butter), sodium pca, betaine, sorbtol, glycine, alanine, praline, serine, threonine, arginine, lysine, gluamic acid, methylparaben**, propylparaben**, C12-13 pareth-3, laureth-7, sodium hydroxide**

Watkins All-Natural Anti-age Botnicals Water, c12-15 alkyl ethylhexanoate, stearic acid, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, triethanolamine, altantion, propylene glycol**, calendula officinalis flower extract, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, tillia cordata flower extract, centaurea cyanus flower extract, anthemis nobillis flower extract, hypericum perforatum flower extract, camellia oleifera leaf extract, aloe barbadenis leaf juice, panthenol, tocopheryl acetate, fragrance, diazolidinyl urea**, methylparaben**, propylparaben**, cetyl alcohol**, glyceryl stearate, dimethicone, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, disodium EDTA

Old Spice High Endurance Anti-persipirant Aluminum zirconium trichlorohydex gly 19%**, cyclopentasiloxane, stearyl alcohol**, hydrogenated castor oil, petrolatum, fragrance ppg-14 butyl ether, mineral oil**, behenyl alcohol**

Nivea Body Lotion Water, mineral oil**, c13-16 isoparaffin, glycerin, isopropyl palmitate, petrolatum, PEG-40** sorbitan perisostearate, polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond) oil, tocopheryl acetate, taurine, sea salt, magnesium sulfate, fragrance, citric acid, sodium citrate, potassium sorbate

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Beautiful Nutrients™

Eating a nutrient-dense and enzyme-rich diet of living fruits and vegetables, nuts, grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats have proven to have a profound effect on skin, health and disease. We want to inspire you with the truth that optimum health and beauty can be achieved by the intake of fresh, anti-inflammatory, chemical/toxin-free, enzyme-rich foods that detoxify and rejuvenate the mind, body and skin.

Anti-Inflammatory

Beware of Silent Inflammation — inflammation that falls below the threshold of perceived pain. That's what makes it so dangerous. If this consistent inflammation goes on unknown for years, eventually it erupts into what we call chronic disease. We are in control-our food choices are critical when it comes to causing and controlling inflammation.

This inflammation may be caused by:

• Eating a pro-inflammatory diet (i.e., high glycemic carbs)
• Excess exposure to ultraviolet light
• Environmental stressors
• Weakened immune system
• Hormonal changes
• Stress

The most important factor in fighting inflammation is the food you eat every day. Studies have shown that when foods like fruit, vegetables and fish are digested, they produce anti-inflammatory metabolites. In contrast, red meat and dairy produce pro-inflammatory metabolites.

Improve Your Digestion

Contrary to what we have been lead to believe, we are not just what we eat-more importantly we are more about what we can digest and absorb. The health of our digestive tracts is highly integrated in our overall health.

The classic signs that all is not quite as it should be in the area of digestion are often low energy, poor skin, headaches, foggy thinking and food allergies. This leads to all sorts of other symptoms-from depression to weight gain, to aches and pains to arthritis.

The basic principles of gut health are essentially the principles of good health in general: Eat natural foods, including lots of fiber, hydrate thoroughly, choose low-glycemic carbs, and avoid sugar, white flour, and processed food.

Toxin/Chemical Free

Eating foods grown with chemicals and prepared with synthetic preservatives and additives have shown to create accumulative reactive toxins, resulting in acne, rashes and other problematic skin conditions.

Over a period of time, toxins in the digestive system clog the pores and internal channels that carry moisture and nutrients to the deeper layers of the skin. Results from this are: aging skin/spots, wrinkles, and dullish look.

Healthy skin depends on reducing the levels of toxins in your body, and the first step to doing this is to take fewer toxins in. Essential components of what you should eat to reduce inflammation are Omega-3 essential fatty acids and antioxidants.

Cold-pressed Seed Oils/Essential Fatty Acids

The most dramatic and positive skin changes come under the influence of an essential fatty acid intake/supplementation. Dry and sensitive skin affects one in every two women. An inadequate essential fatty acid intake induces water loss across the epidermis.

Kasia suggests supplementation with revolutionary Immuno-Viva's Core seed oil, offering both a cold-pressed essential fatty acids and free radical prevention in one!

Did you know? Topical skincare products address about 20% of your skin's needs. The other 80% comes from proper nutrition.

Beautiful Nutrient Suggestions

Immuno-Viva's nutritional supplements help to heal and strengthen cellular membranes and protect cells' internal structures. They work synergistically with Kasia Organic Skincare's topical products to improve the health of skin, hair and nails.

• Immuno-Viva® Core — Immuno-Viva Core's rich Omega fatty acids and diverse blend of antioxidants help your body fight the aging process from the inside out, and counteract many health problems associated with modern living.
• Immuno-Viva® Probiotic+ — Good health begins with a balanced digestive system. Immuno-Viva Probiotic+ delivers a robust blend of seven probiotics, or "good flora," balancing your system and enabling your body to efficiently absorb the nutrients your skin, hair and nails need to thrive.
• Cold-Pressed Oil Synergy of Black Cumin With Other Oils — Multi-antioxidants, with addition of black cumin produced by plant seed oil extraction, can yield super-potent antioxidants greater than their weighted averages (synergism). Black caraway adds stability.

Example of Daily Nutrition

• Breakfast: Organic/natural yogurt with chopped fresh fruit and nuts OR fresh fruit!
• Lunch: A big salad. rich with colorful fresh vegetables, sesame or pumpkin seeds, olive oil, and using lemon juice and herbs for flavor!
• Dinner: A hot meal of fresh (organic) fish, chicken or lean meat or a vegetarian alternative made from beans, lentils or tofu. As a side you can steam vegetables with a small amount of oil and water.
• Snacks: Fresh fruits, raw vegetables, raw nuts anddehydrated crackers.
• Drinks: At least six glasses of fluids/liquids a day: water, herbal and fruit, juicing of fresh fruit and vegetable, and once in a while, dairy-free smoothie.

Steer clear of protein bars, high-energy drinks, and starches. These foods make our hormones and adrenals get out of balance, and leaves us severely dehydrated.

4 Elements of Beautiful Health

We want to inspire you with the truth that Beautiful Health is so much about how we nourish our body. Here's some basic dietary guidance to help you lay your own foundations for lasting Beautiful Health.

Fight Inflammation

Beware of Silent Inflammation. Not all inflammation results in obvious or painful symptoms. Many of us are living daily with low — but still dangerous — levels of inflammation. When this consistent inflammation goes on unknown and untreated for too long it eventually erupts into chronic disease. Our food choices are critical in causing and controlling inflammation.

While some foods such as high-glycemic carbohydrates, red meats and dairy produce, are known pro-inflammatories, there are additional causes to be aware of as well. Ultra-violet light exposure, environmental stresses, hormonal changes and weakened immune system all contribute to inflammation. Studies have shown that when foods like fruit and vegetables and fish are digested they produce anti-inflammatory metabolites.

Digest This

You are what you eat. You've heard it before, and while it's true, it doesn't quite tell us the whole story. Fact is, you are what what you're able to digest and absorb. The health of our digestive tract is highly integrated with our overall health. Classic signs that your digestive system is under-performing include low energy, poor skin health, headaches, foggy thinking and food allergies. Chronic digestive ill-health can ultimately manifest in a myriad of symptoms from depression and weight gain to arthritis.

The basic principles of good gut health are essentially those of good general health. Eat natural foods, include lots of fibre and keep yourself hydrated. And choose low glycemic carbohydrates — avoid sugar, white flour and processed foods.

The Good Oil

Fats and oils have become much maligned in modern times, and while there's certainly some fats we should absolutely avoid, essentially fatty acids derived from cold-pressed seed oils are just so important for healthy skin. In fact, the most dramatic and positive changes to skin health (not too mention heart and mind health) come under the influence of Omega 3 and 6 EFA intake. Dry and sensitive skin affects one in two women. Inadequate essential fatty acid intake induces water loss across the epidermis.

We suggest supplementation with revolutionary Immuno-Viva Core, which offers cold-pressed essential fatty acids and anti-oxidant protection in one oil.

Subtract those Additives

Eating foods grown with pesticides and prepared with synthetic preservatives and additives have been shown to create accumulative toxic reactions, resulting in acne, rashes and other unpleasant skin conditions. Over time, toxins in the digestive system result in clog pores and blockages in the skins internal channels which carry moisture and nutrients to the deeper layers of the skin. The results of this can be seen in aging skin, skin spots, wrinkles and a dull complexion.

Healthy skin depends on reducing the level of toxins in your body, and this begins with reducing the toxins in your diet. Eat fresh, organic fruits and vegetables where possible. And check those labels on your packaged food. You might be surprised just how prevalent preservatives and additives are in your regular diet. Omega 3 EFA's and plenty of anti-oxidant rich foods are also great for reducing inflammation and combating the effects of built up toxins.