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Have you ever given any thought to seaweed?

For the majority of people seaweed conjures up an image of a smelly, green or brown, unpalatable tough weed washed up on a shoreline somewhere. Alternatively, it could be that dried stuff you get in sushi bars or Japanese and Chinese restaurants. Very few people realise the health benefits of seaweed and just how versatile it really is.

Described as "perfectly balanced natural food" certain seaweeds, like certain land plants have been used for centuries by different cultures for medicinal and nutritional purposes, fertilisers and even to awaken sexual desire.

Seaweed has been confirmed as one of Nature's "all- round pharmaceutical miracles" with claims that it can accomplish everything from warding off and treating several types of cancer, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, thin the blood, prevent ulcers, kill bacteria and even cure constipation.

It's not just the Japanese who have appreciated the health benefits from daily consumption of seaweed either as there are reports of people living high in the Andes consuming it on a regular basis. Both cultures are renowned for their hardiness but just why is this natural vitamin supplement so good for us? The answer is the ocean.

For millions of years minerals and nutrients have been draining from the land into the sea and it is more or less a constant chemical medium.

The ocean contains the same minerals and trace elements as human blood and these are integrated into the living tissue of seaweed. As the seaweed is organic (easily broken down) and the natural vitamins, foundation minerals and vital nutrients are in such an assimilable form, this wonderful sea vegetable is of huge nutritional benefit and really is a natural whole food vitamin supplement.

For example, it has been estimated that certain seaweeds are up to 30 times higher in minerals than land food, which is affected by depleted nutrient levels in our soils.

Many people are understandably concerned about consuming produce from the oceans these days because of media reports of pollution, but this issue is widely misunderstood. Generally the ocean is a far less polluted growing medium than land soil especially farm soil because of the widespread use of pesticides, insecticides and fertilisers as well as airborne industrial pollutants.

Some seaweeds, particularly certain varieties of wrack have been the subject of scientific study over many years in connection with specific medical conditions where they have been found not only to have therapeutic value, but are a powerful nutritional component in a wide range of treatments.

For several years seaweed has been used as part of the protocol for detoxification in mercury amalgam extraction and may prove helpful where there is evidence of mineral imbalance and thyroid disorders.

The thyroid gland directly affects metabolism and regulates many other bodily functions. It requires iodine to operate smoothly and seaweed is a rich source.

In ancient Egypt seaweed was used as a treatment for patients with breast cancer but the modern use of chemo and radiation therapy makes the health benefit of seaweed far more evident because it provides a natural detox.

Seaweed has no significant fat and contains a high level of the rare antioxidant, selenium, making it exceptional value in candida treatment.

Cholesterol, blood pressure, heart disease are all familiar medical conditions in our modern society and a link has often been made to high salt intake. Very small amounts of whole salt, ideally in the form of seaweed have been shown to be an antidote to excess sodium consumption.

Also, seaweed can prove beneficial for bronchitis and other respiratory infections as it is a natural multivitamin containing soothing, mucilaginous gels which specifically rejuvinate the lungs and gastrointestinal tract.

Another problem seaweed can assist with is helping the body to maintain the acid/alkaline balance in blood, lymph and cells. Modern diet tends to favour carbohydrates, protein and fats, which can all become surplus acid deposits if our bodies do not have the means to fully metabolise them. Often this produces food allergy and intolerances, with acid build up in the system which is a cause of heartburn, indigestion, and ulcers. Seaweed can neutralise these acids so they can be safely eliminated and help restore balance.

Seaweed has been described as "the most nutritious form of vegetation on this planet", so the next time you spot some on the sea shore remember it is far more than a smelly weed!

For details on Seaweed natural health products see http://www.anyoneforhealth.com

Jean Shaw is the author of I'm Not Naughty - I'm Autistic - Jodi's Journey and Autism, Amalgam and Me - Jodi's Journey Continues. Her book and mercury poisoning helpline details can be found at http://www.jeanshaw.com

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If you have been around bodybuilding for a little while you could become overwhelmed by the level of information that is out there as well as the huge number of products available that claim dmae bitartrate be able bulk co-q-10 bring about your desired increase in muscle mass while dropping body fat. One such supplement that is getting a lot of publicity these days is a product made by Gaspari Nutrition called SuperPump 250. The product claims to be able to promote an increases in lean mass and muscle size and to reduce unwanted body fat This article will examine some aspects of the product to determine if it is something you should add to your workout routine or stay away from.

SuperPump 250 is a powder that its producer recommends be used every day 30-40 minutes prior to training, preferably on an empty stomach. They also suggest avoiding consuming a meal or protein shake within 45 minutes to an hour of taking it. The product is definitely not supposed to be a meal replacement and is to be used as a dietary supplement. It comes in three flavors including fruit punch, orange and blue raspberry. Some users have complained that the orange flavor produced mild stomach upset, but almost all report that the flavors are otherwise tolerable.

So far this sounds like just another powder supplement - one of about a million you can find on the market. Why is SuperPump 250 getting more talk than other supplements? The producer points to a couple of studies that it says support its claims of muscle gain, but testimonials from actual users are what seems to be important here. After all, whether a bodybuilding supplement works or not is mostly spread by word of mouth in the gym. Does this stuff work or not? As people who use it; don't just listen to the manufacturer.

My research of testimonials found the following:

Although some testimonials complained about the orange flavor, almost all report a big increase in lean mass of the arms using their normal workout routine about 30 minutes after taking the product. These testimonials seem to be in step with the manufacturer's claims. Other testimonials report an overall gain in size and strength as well as more noticeable pumps and increased energy.

Two important things that users pointed out were (1) don't take the stuff within four hours of bedtime and (2) don't take any additional stimulants while taking SuperPump 250. Also, they said that your water intake will rise substantially, many users reporting that a gallon a day was pretty normal.

While the benefits of SuperPump 250 need to be evaluated by the individual bodybuilder based upon his or her specific goals, SuperPump 250 does appear to be worth checking out in your effort to gain muscle.

The author is a student of a variety of nutrition and bodybuilding regimen. To read more information on SuperPump 250 check out his website at http://www.superpump-250.com