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Rhubarb is commonly available in the produce section of grocery stores. It is a perennial plant with large triangular shaped leaves.
Rhubarb has medicinal uses, but most commonly the plant’s stalks are cooked and used in pies, tarts and other foods for their tart flavor. It has been used as a supplement in traditional Chinese medicine and was also used in medieval Arabic and European prescriptions.
Rhubarb can be used as a strong laxative, with the roots being used as a laxative for at least 5,000 years. Rhubarb has an astringent effect on the mucous membranes of the mouth and the nasal cavity. These substances are cathartic and laxative, which explains the sporadic use of rhubarb as a slimming agent.
In addition, rhubarb root is an essential ingredient in many old homemade ciders, wines and root beers. A strong decoction of Rhubarb root has a purgative action for use in the treatment of constipation, but also has an astringent effect following this. It therefore has a cleansing action upon the gut, removing debris and then astringing with antiseptic properties as well.
Studies have shown that rhubarb may improve bowel movement, regulating the frequency and passage of hard, dry stools. Most Rhubarb supplements use extracts from the rhizome and root of Rheum palmatum plants which are cultivated and harvested in late autumn or early spring according to traditional Chinese methods.
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Lucky Vitamin is happy to introduce Phelps Industries products to our customers.
Phelps Industries develops kitchen cleaning solutions for the resorts and hospitality industries.
Products are also appropriate for use in offices, schools, health care industry and anywhere that total kitchen cleanliness is an issue.
Phelps Industries has created top-quality household products with the challenge of solving kitchen problems with its own unique formula.
The company is proud of its accomplishments because customers have contributed by recognizing the value that each product brings to the daily lives of their families.
Phelps Industries offers Plink disposal cleaner and deodorizer, a great product to clean your garbage disposal and helps prevent clogging.
Plink was invented by a plumber to work in seconds. It is very easy to use. Just drop in one Plink tab, turn on the water and disposal, and it goes right to work, breaking up smelly fats and food particles that have built up inside your garbage disposal.
Each Plink contains a special scented liquid safely encased by a patented hardening process. Plinks break open to deodorize the disposal and dissolve fatty deposits which cultivate unpleasant odors.
Plink is also biodegradable and cannot harm pipes of your disposal.
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The winter is quickly approaching and so is the flu season. People often seek alternative ways to boost the immune system around this time of the year.
Enhancing the immune system is something we should do throughout the entire year but, for different reasons, we tend to be concerned only when temperatures fall.
This fall, people have another important reason to be preventive: the “swine flu”. The H1N1 influenza continues to make news around the world and some people are still looking for information on how this contagious infection is transmitted and how to prevent it.
H1N1 virus may spread from person to person and boosting the immune system is still the best way to prevent it. Most people who come down with H1N1 swine flu recover fully without antiviral treatment.
There are a lot of products that may naturally boost energy, cleanse the colon and strengthen the immune system. Natural supplements are rich in antioxidants, which play a great role in cleansing by causing the immune system to respond.
Açaí berry, kelp, burdock root, flax seed, slippery elm bark and red clover are ingredients commonly found in immune enhancing cleanse formulas.
Some people are prone to colds and often feel tired, likely because their system must have accumulated a lot of toxins. The human body has its own way of fighting the flu but when the system is polluted by a lot of toxins and chemicals, its response is compromised.
An immune boosting cleanse is one of the best ways to get started, enhancing your immunity and regaining your health.
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Lucky Vitamin travels around the world to bring you the best products. Next stop, we go to New Zealand for our latest addition, an innovative bakery named The Protein Bakery.
The Protein Bakery is a wholesale, health food manufacturing company which was established in 2005. Since then, the Protein Bakery has launched its growing product range to over 1500 retailers across New Zealand and exports to five countries around the world.
Lucky Vitamin is proud to supply the Protein cookies to our customers. The bakery produces all of its own products through their purpose built factory in Wellington, New Zealand.
The Protein Bakery prides itself on the overall quality and nutritional benefits of its products. Using only the finest ingredients, and adhering to a strict HACCP based food and safety program, the Protein Bakery is renowned for is innovative and upper market style cookies.
The protein cookie is wheat free, gluten free, high in protein (of course), fiber, calcium and low in carbs. The perfect product if you are looking for a healthy lifestyle without losing the occasional sweet that makes life so much more enjoyable.
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| Filed Under: Health Foods at 5:55 pm | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
You often wonder whether or not you should eat before going to bed. Some foods may help you not just to fall asleep but have a better night of sleep. That’s good news if you regularly have problems falling asleep and worry about foods and drinks that may keep you awake.
Most reports and studies focus on foods and drinks that may keep you awake instead of promoting sleep and relaxation. A recent post shows the best sleep-better foods and drinks to help you fall asleep.
You may find several lists of “best foods prior bedtime” on the Internet. The foods listed may vary slightly from list to list. However, a few names seem to appear in almost every list such as sesame seeds, non-fat popcorn, oatmeal with banana, pretzels, cherry juice and fresh strawberries.
Sesame seeds are one of the best natural sources of tryptophan, an amino acid known for inducing sleep. Popcorn may induce body production of serotonin, a neurochemical that promotes relaxation. Oatmeal and banana are rich sources of melatonin, a hormone responsible for controlling sleep patterns. Pretzels are a low-calorie, low-fat source of carbohydrates, which will make you feel sleepy, but won’t pack on the pounds or give you belly-aching indigestion.
Cherry juice has serotonin-inducing carbohydrates, which will help relax you. Drink a glass of cherry juice an hour before bedtime, and don’t worry about any boost of energy from the sugar as there’s not enough to keep you up all night or destabilize your blood sugar levels.
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Lucky Vitamin continues to increase the variety of products on our site. We offer much more than vitamins and supplements.
Warm and Cozy Company is the latest addition as we would like to expand our already incredible selection of products to our valuable customers.
Warm and Cozy Company, also known as WACCo, is a small local company from Ellensburg, Washington, which has been in business for almost 10 years. The company has also helped numerous organizations make money for their nonprofits through successful fundraisers.
Creators of the Cozy Cookies, the company designs and creates their products based on customer’s requests.
The Cozy Cookie is a cuddly plush heating pad, shaped like a gingerbread cookie and made of soft durable polar fleece and filled with rice. With over 40.000 units sold, the Cozy Cookie makes a perfect gift for children as well as adults. You can place it in a microware for soothing, comforting warmth that appeals to all the senses.
You can choose the Cozy Cookie Blue Hat or the Cozy Cookie Lavender Bow. Each Cozy Cookie comes packaged in a gingerbread house shaped box, complete with a full color bedtime story.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common condition that begins in early childhood. Popular known as ADD, ADHD is a disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
If your kids have ADHD, you are not alone. An estimated 2.5 million children in the United States have it but fortunately many kids seem to grow out of the disorder.
A recent study shows that the brain with ADHD develops differently, delayed in maturing an average of three years compared to those without the disorder. The delay is most evident in brain regions that control thinking, attention and planning.
Kids with ADHD are developing the brain the same way as a healthy kid, but it may take a few years longer to accomplish maturity. The study also suggests that a child who has a healthy brain might achieve maturity in most brain regions at age 7, while a child with ADHD might not until age 10.
The most recommended method of treatment is behavioral therapies. Multiple practices will work, but as with any condition, some other actions may help as well.
Natural supplements for focus and attention can significantly stimulate the brain and, therefore, improve child development. Hyperactivity formulas are generally safe to be taken on a daily basis and many parents have reported very positive results.The majority of products offer a combination of vitamins, minerals and herbs to support brain function and promote relaxation as well.
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Lucky Vitamin has added another option for tea lovers: Numi Organic teas are now available at our low prices.
Numi Organic offers premium teas to elevate the tea experience though quality, creativity and authenticity. The company wants to inspire well-being of mind, body and spirit through the simple art of tea. Numi Organic is environmentally responsible and globally sustainable by using recyclable and biodegradable packaging.
Numi Organic wants to remind you the incredible health benefits of tea.
Tea is rich in flavanoides, amino acids, polyphenols, polysaccharides, tannin, fluorine, and vitamins C, K, and B. Although tea contains caffeine, the amounts are far less than those in coffee and produce a softer, beneficial effect.
In addition, tea is known to banish fatigue, stimulate mental powers, and raise energy levels. Moderate tea caffeine intake stimulates the central nervous system and promotes blood circulation. Tea also acts as a diuretic, promoting better kidney function and aids digestion. It may also act as a nerve sedative, frequently relieving headaches.
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| Filed Under: Personal Care at 12:57 pm | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
Teenagers and young adults often feel embarrassed because of skin problems. Acne is generally the reason for such embarrassment as comments or jokes may affect their confidence and self-esteem.
Acne is an inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands of the skin. Although it’s not dangerous, it frequently creates esthetic problems for teenagers.
Pimples tend to appear mostly on the face and normally at the worst time possible. Many people have had a skin breakout right before an important event, a birthday party, or any occasion you want the skin to look “perfect” for pictures.
So, what are the best products to treat acne?
There are two ways to answer this question: immediate results or long term results.
First, topical products may do the trick for immediate results. Clean your skin and wash your face with cleaning lotions using oil-removing pads. Lotions containing niacinamide gel and tea tree oil can help moderate acne.
Some products such as the “touch stick” with tea tree oil may improve skin condition within a few hours of application.
For long term results, zinc supplements are one of the best natural acne treatments. Regular supplementation of zinc and copper can prevent and minimize the frequency of acne breakouts. Vitamin A may also help improve skin condition and has been used successfully to treat severe acne.
Whether you need to get rid of a pimple “asap” or want to improve your skin condition on a long term, you have several efficient and affordable options for natural acne treatments.
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Lucky Vitamin continues to support every effort to protect our environment.
We are proud to announce the introduction of Conscious Containers products to our site, another top-quality brand of water bottles.
We hope to offer multiple options of recyclable and reusable products in order to minimize the waste of plastic bottles of water.
Conscious Containers is a company of conservationists and art lovers with the main goal of protecting our health, our world and our wallet.
Creators of the U-Turn 2 Tap bottles, Conscious Containers hopes people may become more conscious consumers, using these safe and stylish alternatives to plastic products.
The U-Turn line provides extremely durable and sustainable 304 food grade stainless steel and two high quality lids: a stainless steel screw top and a BPA free sport cap.
Designed by eco-artists, the U-Turn 2 Tap bottles come in 6 different styles, featuring original art. Choose your favorite U-Turn 2 Tap style at our low prices at luckyvitamin.com.
Conscious Containers hopes consumers can stop using products that are used once and thrown away, only to sit in the ground for thousands of years.
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| Filed Under: Herbs at 12:02 pm | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
Eyebright is popular flowering plant commonly used in herbal medicine. Eyebright (Euphrasia) gets its name from the plant’s use in treating eye infections.
In the wild, Eyebright grows in alpine meadows and grassy places where snow is common in Bulgaria and Hungary. The plant flowers in late summer and autumn.
Eyebright isn’t costly or rare, it often grows by the side of the road and it’s available as a supplement at most health food stores and online stores like Lucky Vitamin.
Eyebright continues to be used for the topical treatment of eye inflammations, including conjunctivitis. Traditionally, a compress made from a decoction of eyebright is used to give relief from redness, swelling, and visual disturbances due to eye infections.
In addition, Eyebright tea is given internally along with the topical treatment. It has also been used for the treatment of eye fatigue and other disturbances of vision.
Always thought of it as a remedy for eye problems, Eyebright supplements may offer additional benefits. Studies have confirmed that regular supplementation can improve memory and herbalists have recommended eyebright for problems of the respiratory tract, including sinus infections, coughs, hay fever and sore throat.
Many herbalists believe that eyebright can help relieve the numerous symptoms associated with allergies. Eyebright contains many chemicals, including caffeic acid, which may explain the antibacterial effects.
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Lucky Vitamin is happy to announce the addition of Sunshine Spa products to our site.
Sunshine Spa offers a superior line of body care products, bringing you the healing treatments of world-class spas in the privacy of your own home.
Sunshine Spa herbalists have carefully formulated personal care products such as unique bath and body oils to enhance beauty by restoring and repairing the skin. The company uses only natural organic ingredients, with no parabens, no propylene glycol, no sodium lauryl or anything dangerous to your health. The results: the finest formulas designed to work in harmony with nature, not against it.
Inspired by the teachings of Yogi Bhajan, Sunshine Spa first began producing almond-based body oils in the 1970’s based on Ayurvedic principles. These products incorporate herbs and essential oils to facilitate the health and well-being of the entire person.
Sunshine Spa perfume oils are light and delicately scented oils with aromas that come from essential oils and blended fragrances gathered from all over the world. The perfume oils are more than just oils. Sunshine Spa is perfect for every day use as a luxurious perfume for any occasion. You can also try Sunshine Spa’s other sensational skin care products, including Salt Scrubs, Sugar Scrubs, Body Butters, and Bath & Body Oils, now available at luckyvitamin.com.
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| Filed Under: Supplements at 6:30 pm | By: Mauricio Matusiak, Senior Editor |
Castor oil is a vegetable oil popular for its multiple medicinal uses.
The oil is obtained from the castor bean, which is technically a seed and not a member of the bean family. Castor oil is generally a very pale yellow liquid with mild odor or taste.
People have been using castor oil as a laxative for many years. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has categorized castor oil as “generally recognized as safe and effective” also known by GRASE.
However, most people know castor oil as a skin product as it penetrates deep into the skin thanks to its low molecular weight.
Castor oil products can significantly improve skin conditions such as burns, sunburns, skin disorders, skin cuts, and abrasions. It also improves acne-healing abilities.
Castor oil is a natural emollient that penetrates the surface layers of the skin making it softer and more beautiful. The effects of externally applied Castor Oil can be enhanced through the use of a piece of wool flannel saturated with the oil and applied to the body, allowing better penetration in a specific area. Dry heat may be applied to enhance results. The application of heat further increases this penetration, allowing the oil to better impart its qualities to the body. Castor oil is also used in some personal care products such as shampoos, lipstick and lip balm.
Castor oil has been part of history too. It was the preferred lubricant for early aviation and was used by engines in the World War 1 aircraft. Castor oil was also used as one of the tools of intimidation by paramilitary groups in the Fascist Italy under the regime of Benito Mussolini.
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Lucky Vitamin is happy to introduce Dr. Nick’s products to our customers.
Dr. Nick’s offers a superior line of dental care products to provide a clear and more natural way to a white and healthy smile.
Formulated by a dentist, these innovative products contain only natural, healthful ingredients and are free form alcohol, artificial colors and sweeteners.
Dr. Nick’s creates unique formulas through experimental research and personal and professional interest. Everyone wants white teeth and a healthy mouth, and now Dr. Nick’s revolutionary oral care system delivers both.
Dr. Nick’s toothpaste helps maintain the shine and brightness of your teeth while aiding healthy gums. The unique mouthwash helps keep your teeth their whitest while killing the germs that cause decay, gum disease and bad breath. The specially designed tongue cleaner removes residue that can cause bad breath. These unique, two-part formulations ensure maximum freshness and efficacy every time you use them. Only Dr. Nick’s white and healthy product line offers the dual advantage of white teeth and a healthy mouth.
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Losing weight is always difficult. People generally struggle to drop a few pounds and often have problems trying to keep the weight off.
Fat burners are efficient products and can significantly help on your weight-loss program. However, many people face the same problem using fat burners with stimulants.
The majority of top-selling fat burners have formulations with high amounts of caffeine, an efficient ingredient to speed up the metabolism.
Some people are sensitive to caffeine and products with high amounts of it may not be suitable. People often have difficulties falling asleep and stay awake all night because of caffeine. Sleeping is an essential part of any weight-loss diet as rest creates more energy, always needed to keep you motivated and exercising.
Fat burners with stimulants are also expensive products and some people may want to spend more money on healthy food than supplements. So, how can you get a little supplementation help for your diet if you do not wish to add a strong fat burner to your lifestyle?
Natural fat burners may be the solution for your problem. Several products are caffeine-free or have very small amount of it. Natural fat burners use ingredients such as CLA (conjugated linoleic acid), chromium picolinate, cider vinegar, green tea and hoodia (appetite suppressant).
Although not as potent as regular fat burners, some people are able to accomplish excellent results taking natural fat burners along with a healthy diet and a moderate workout program. Most natural weight loss supplements are efficient, affordable and safe to be taken on a daily basis without side effects.
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