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www.AbbysHealthFood.com | # 65| Page 23 SUPERCHARGE YOUR DEFENSE WITH LIQUID HERBS Now, let's talk about herbs. Not just any herbs—liquid herbs, which are superstars when it comes to boosting your immune system quickly. Here are a few you'll want in your arsenal: • Kick-Ass Immune: The name says it all. This powerful blend includes echinacea, goldenseal, and elderflower, known for their immune-boosting properties. At the first sign of symptoms, take every few hours for a kick-ass immune response. • Serious Cough: Got an annoying, nagging cough? This blend is designed to soothe the urge to cough and make coughs productive. • Kick Ass Biotic: This blend features bee propolis, goldenseal, and red root to keep your microbial health in check, your immunity strong, and your respiratory tract clear. • Get Over It: If you missed your mark and the bug fully set in, it's time to issue the eviction notice. Get Over It helps clear stubborn mucus out and gets you back to feeling your best. WHY CHOOSE LIQUID HERBS? You might wonder why liquid herbs are a better choice. Here's the scoop: liquid extracts are easily absorbed by your body, so you feel the benefits faster. Unlike pills or capsules, which can take time to break down, liquid herbs get to work immediately. Plus, they're easy to take—just add the dose to water, juice, or a nice hot cup of immunity or bedtime tea. BE PREPARED: STOCK YOUR HERB CABINET To ensure you're ready to tackle early symptoms head-on, keep a few key WishGarden products on hand. Having these herbal allies at your fingertips means you can take action at the first sign of illness and prevent it from escalating. STAY HEALTHY AND PROACTIVE The secret to staying healthy is simple: listen to your body and act quickly when you notice something's off. With good habits and a little help from herbs, you can boost your immune system and fend off those pesky bugs. Stay proactive, stay healthy, and keep enjoying life to the fullest! Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure—and it's way more fun! Disclaimer: Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new supplement regimen, especially if you have existing health conditions or are taking other medications. RECOGNIZING EARLY SYMPTOMS AND TAKING IMMEDIATE ACTION IS THE KEY TO STOPPING THAT BUG IN ITS TRACKS. Artificial Sweeteners — Alzheimer's and Stroke By David Perlmutter, M.D., Board-Certified Neurologist, #1 New York Times Best- Selling Author, Fellow of the American College of Nutrition To those of you who follow my blog, the recent study demonstrating a remarkable increased risk for stroke as well as Alzheimer's disease in relation to consumption of artificially sweetened soda should not come as a surprise. First, let me break down what the researchers did, and learned. The stroke portion of the study evaluated 2,888 adults over age 45 years while the dementia arm focused on 1,484 adults over age 60 years. The researchers reviewed food frequency questionnaires for the years 1991 to 2001 and determined how often the participants consumed artificially sweetened beverages. The report reveals that the risk of stroke in those consuming one or more artificially sweetened sodas a day was almost tripled, with a similar finding for Alzheimer's risk. These are breathtaking findings because clearly, when it comes to stroke as well as Alzheimer's disease, modern medicine has precious little to offer patients. The reason these findings should not come as a surprise is because both stroke and Alzheimer's disease share a similar mechanism in terms of their cause. Both of these issues are primarily inflammatory disorders. And as I have discussed earlier, research indicates that the changes induced in the gut bacteria in humans when they are exposed to artificial sweeteners creates a much more inflammatory environment. This explains, for example, why there's a dramatic increased risk for both obesity as well as diabetes (both are inflammatory disorders) in relation to consumption of these artificial sweeteners. And both of these diseases are powerfully related to both stroke and Alzheimer's in and of themselves. The authors stated: Artificial sweeteners have been shown to cause glucose intolerance in mice by altering gut microbiota and are associated with dysbiosis and glucose intolerance in humans. So, let's be clear. There's no advantage to drinking sugar-free, no calorie this or that, despite what the advertisements and commercials might lead you to believe. Be kind to your gut microbes! By David Perlmutter, M.D., Board-Certified Neurologist