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I’ve been busy lately writing articles for my Examiner columns – Chicago Holistic Examiner and Chicago Spa Treatments Examiner. I try to keep my readers posted with health and wellness updates connected to current news topics. So much has been going on. Checkout the articles below. (Click on the headlines to read full articles)

Chicago protect yourself from possible radiation exposure

Holistic ways to fight psoriasis and have healthy skin

Magic Johnson talks HIV with the Doctors

The Doctors campaign to – Halt the Salt

Easy, at-home spa treatment you can do yourself

Pimples can be caused by hormone changes but aggravated by poor diet and lack of body cleansing. One of the first things people notice when they do a good herbal colon cleanse is how much better their skin looks because the colon cleanse will cleanse out waste, toxins and parasites, clean the blood and helping to cleanse the liver. This all benefits the skin and clears breakouts.

Products like:
Chlorophyll

Cleanstart colon cleanse

Tiao He cleanse

or the special System cleanse program we highly recommend is good for skin care internally. Contact me for details on the program – momsherbs@gmail.com
All these programs are awesome for detoxing internally.

This week our Acne Treatment Gel is on special and this is a great product to apply topically to the skin to help clear blemishes with natural ingredients.

Acne Treatment Gel
Buy 3 Get 1 FREE – $36.45

We also have other great specials:

Chromium GTF
$1 OFF – $6.65?Buy 4 Get 1 FREE – $30.60

Intestinal/Soothe & Build
$1 OFF – $8.00?Buy 4 Get 1 FREE – $36.00

Checkout all the specials at: http://www.motherknowsbest.net

Cllick on the headline below for past Chicago Holistic Examiner article for natural beauty tips:

How to look younger, with tips from The Doctors TV show

Answer my health question: What is an easy, cheap detox program for the New Year?

Make it a great week!

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For the week of May 16th Nature Sunshine has some wonderful specials as usual

Products you want to keep stocked in your home:
Fenugreek & Thyme
Supports the respiratory system.
$2 off – member cost $8.50
Buy 4 and get 1 FREE – member cost $42.00

See all this week’s specials at: http://www.mynsp.com/motherknowsbest under PRODUCT SPECIALS

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WATCH THE VIDEO ABOUT THESE NEW AWESOME ENERGY DRINKS

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and order right on my site under SHOP

1. Solstic Energy

• Helps reduce physical fatigue.
• Increases mental clarity and focus.
• Helps the body mobilize fat stores to be used as fuel.
• Increases exercise endurance and stamina.
• Provides energy for daily tasks.

2. Solstic Cardio
• Helps protect against premature aging.
• Supports healthy sexual function in both men and women.
• Contributes to more productive exercise.
• Supports overall energy levels.
• Supports healthy immune function.

• Helps maintain cholesterol levels already within the normal range.
• Supports muscle mass and bone density, which may help reduce fatty tissue.
• May help increase mental clarity.

3. Solstic Twenty-Four
• Provides at least 100% of the Daily Value for 13 vitamins.
• Supports the immune and cardiovascular systems.
• Offers bone support through calcium absorption.

• May improve energy and stamina.

4. Solstic Nutrition
• Provides 100% or more of the Daily Value of 18 vitamins and minerals.
• Is convenient, portable and easy to use.
• Offers the important antioxidants lutein and lycopene.

All drinks are available on my site – Motherknowsbest.net under SHOP with Nature Sunshine

Silver Shield is one of my favorite products that my website offers. I personally have seen the benefits of using Silver Shield for myself and my family for viruses such as strep throat, sinus infections and gum infections. Read more TESTIMONIALS on my site on what Silver Shield has done for folks and their pets too.

Here is a list of 10 great uses of Silver Shield

1. Vaginal Yeast Infections: Women are thankful for Silver Shield because it fights yeast and bacterial vaginosis and even HPV! No need for antibiotics. Add ½ bottle of Silver to a Douche syringe bulb hold for 10 minutes then release. Do this for 3-5 days, once a day, then apply a quarter size amount of Silver Shield Gel to a tampon and insert. This process will clear up female infections, safe and naturally. It doesn’t even upset the normal balance of the beneficial bacteria. This is great news for many women dealing with this.

2. Herpes outbreaks: Apply the Silver Shield gel directly to herpes outbreaks and let it absorb into the skin. This has been used as a successful method to control herpes outbreaks quickly.

3. Ear Infections: Fill the ear canal with Silver Shield liquid drops in infected ear twice daily and let set for around 6 minutes. This will clear up the infection and help relieve pain!

4. Eye Infections (Pink Eye or Viral Eye Infections): We know how easy Pink eye can spread, Silver Shield can be a savior in clearing this up quickly by applying a few drops in the eye. Add drops up to 5 times per day as needed. This is a good reason to always keep Silver Shield on hand.

5. Strep Throat: Gargle with Silver Shield for about six minutes then swallow. Do this every few hours and continue to gargle twice a day for 5 days more. Safe enough for young children.

6. Food Poisoning: Take 2 tsp. hourly until symptoms subside.

7. Acne breakouts: Apply the Silver Shield gel on the blemishes to kill the bacteria festering in the pores. The gel can also be applied as a general application to the whole face after washing. Allow to set on face to seep in the pores, then apply moisturizer. This will help fight acne and helps with anti-aging.

8.  Viruses: Use Silver Shield when you have been exposed to any illness, including the swine flu. Take 2 tsp. twice a day. Helps build immune system and fight viruses.

9. For airplane travel: Apply Silver Shield gel in nostrils and use as a disinfectant by rubbing on hands. The Silver Silver gel is 3 ounces, so it should be allowed on airplanes.

10. In the home: Silver Shield comes in handy for disinfecting the countertops and on mold, including black mold. Dilute 1 ounce of Silver Shield to a spray bottle and fill with water then spray.

Make sure not to miss the special on Silver Silver and Silver Shield Gel for the rest of December. $2 off regular price and Buy 4 and get 1 FREE special too.

Review all the GREAT SPECIALS Nature Sunshine is offering now:
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My latest health topics on Chicago Holistic Health Examiner are:

Answer my health question: Are there herbs to help anxiety?

Angie Stone: The face of diabetes.

Favorite Health, Beauty and Fitness items for 2009.

Go to this site to read them:
http://www.examiner.com/x-27680-Chicago-Holistic-Health-Examiner

Make it a GREAT week!

The topic for Mom’s Healthy Radio Show on March 19th was Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS); condition 1 in 10 women of childbearing age are diagnosed with. Doctors are seeing more and more teens with this condition. Some of the symptoms include:
-    Irregular menstrual cycles
-    Insulin resistance
-    High level male hormones
-    Weight issues (Obesity)
-    Acne
-    Hirsutism – excessive and increased body hair

Doctors prescribe a medication called Metformin to help insulin level, because this condition can lead to Diabetes. Women are also put on birth control pills to regulate their menstrual cycles with artificial hormones. Women with PCOS deal with infertility problems also. Women with this condition need to take measure to deal with this condition before it goes in more serious health issues such as Diabetes and Heart Disease.

Some natural ways to become PCOS free is to take a closer look at diet. Eat a more natural diet, avoiding processed foods, such as white flour, white salt and white sugar. Try natural alternatives such as Xylitol. The new meal replacement shake, Shakeology is a protein drink that is great for people who are diabetic and pre-diabetic. Also consider a low glycemic diet and low, healthy carbs. The Eat Right for Your Blood Type diet is great. A natural progesterone cream like Pro-G-Yam has helped women balance their hormones naturally and regulate their cycles.

Other natural tips for good health and to help reverse PCOS is:
-    Avoid microwave ovens.
http://www.marksdailyapple.com/microwave-safety/
-    Consider natural birth control methods.
-    Avoid plastics that expose you to extra hormones.
-    Use natural cosmetics for your make-up and body.
-    Do a good detox program for the colon and liver.
http://www.squidoo.com/90daycoloncleanse
-    Do a Candida program for high yeast levels.
-    Include exercise in your regular schedule.
(Try Kathy Smith’s Project:YOU! Type 2™, made especially for people who are pre-diabetic and diabetic. Shop under my Beachbody link to purchase.)
-    Avoid foods with extra hormones, such as hormone injected meats and vegetables with pesticides.

For a special herbal program created just for you contact your herbalist, Marguerite Wright here on the CONTACT section of this website or call – 708-575-3968. I have natural programs for hair loss and infertility issues too.

I also recommend a wonderful support group for women dealing with PCOS – www.pcoschallenge.com. This group has great resources and support.