What is
Chews-4-Health?
Chews-4-Health is a delicious
tasting, doctor formulated, natural chewable dietary
supplement derived from the most nutrient rich sources from
around the world.
We have combined current nutritional
science with nature’s finest. Chews-4-Health contains 16
ingredients from land and sea, uniting the antioxidant
powers of exotic, life enhancing super fruits with mineral
rich Sea Vegetables and vitamins.
Chews-4-Health is more
CONVENIENT, AFFORDABLE and FASTER ABSORBED. With
so many pills and liquid products on the market, isn’t it
time for you to CHEWS?
Super Fruit Complex
Fruits and berries offer tremendous health enhancing
qualities and contain hundreds of naturally occurring vitamins, minerals,
antioxidants, amino acids, enzymes, essential fatty acids, fiber &
phytonutrients. The 4 “Super Fruits” contained in Chews-4-Health are considered
by many experts to be the most nutrient rich fruits the world has to offer. Our
carefully selected super-fruit complex gives you the power of all 4 in one
supplement.
What are Antioxidants?
They work by neutralizing the damaging effects of free
radicals, rendering them harmless to your body. This helps protect your skin and
body from the ravaging effects of premature aging.*
What are free radicals?
A visual example of free radicals at work is a sliced
apple. After leaving it exposed for a short time, it turns brown! Free radicals
exist in the air and can result from cigarette smoke, car exhaust and industrial
fumes. Ironically enough, just breathing in pure oxygen promotes free radicals!
Our bodies encounter about 10,000 free radical hits on a daily basis. It is
virtually impossible to escape from them. But there are measures we can take to
protect ourselves from the destructive forces of free radicals!
Sea Vegetation Blend
Chews-4-Health contains 4 sea vegetables (Kelp, Nori,
Dulse and Bladderwack.)
Sea vegetation is considered superior to vegetables
grown on land because they do not contain the genetic modification and chemicals
frequently used in farming. Land plants take carbon dioxide out of the air and
make vitamins, amino acids and fatty acids. However, plants can not make
minerals and, therefore, have to rely on getting minerals from the soil. When
Farmers fertilize their fields with only the minimal nutrients needed to grow a
crop, this can leave the soil devoid of many vital minerals needed by the body.
Our Sea Vegetable blend contains up to 70 naturally occurring plant source
minerals from A to Z. Sea Vegetables provide a rich source of minerals in the
vegetable kingdom because they don’t rely on land soil but have access to the
abundance of minerals found in the ocean. Sea vegetables are virtually fat-free,
low in calories and offer soluble, plant based trace elements. They also contain
chlorophyll and are a good source of protein.
WHY ARE MINERALS IMPORTANT?
The human body doesn’t naturally create the minerals it
requires. For that reason, diet and supplementation are key, however, most of
today’s “convenience foods” lack the minerals essential for energy production,
protection from free radical damage and the support of other vital body
functions.*
WHAT ARE
PHYTOCHEMICALS? (Also called phytonutrients)
The term "phyto" originated from a Greek word meaning
plant. Phytonutrients are certain organic components of plants which have been
shown to promote human health*
Are phytochemicals good for you? YES! Read what the
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has to say about them:
http://www.ars.usda.gov/Aboutus/docs.htm?docid=4142
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phytochemical
“The thousands of
vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds called phytochemicals in
whole foods act synergistically together to create a more powerful effect
than the sum of their parts, producing a result which cannot be recreated by
supplements.” -Jeffrey R.
Prince
VP
for Education for the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR)
Chews-4-Health= your
phytochemical source from land and sea!
*The statements above have not been evaluated by the
Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat,
cure, or prevent any disease.
GOJI
It’s hard to ignore all the positive publicity Goji
berries have been receiving in the media. These include: The Today Show, LA
Times, Time Magazine, Harper’s Bizaar, CNN, ABC, Larry King, Oprah and many
more. Even world renowned “celebrity dermatologist”, Dr. Howard Murad,
recommends Goji in his latest book, The Cellulite Solution.
What exactly are Goji berries?
Goji are delicious, bright red berries native to the
Orient. They grow on a vine that reaches up to 20 feet high. When ripe, the
berries are collected by shaking the vines over special mats where they are
untouched and left to dry under the Himalayan sun. It is vital that the berries
are never touched by the human hands when they are fresh, otherwise they will
oxidize, causing them to turn black and become unusable.
There are many health benefits attributed to the Goji
berry and most of these have been linked to its very high antioxidant
properties. To compare the antioxidant values of various foods and nutrients,
scientists developed a unit of measuring called the ORAC (Oxygen Radical
Absorbing Capacity.) The higher the ORAC rating of a substance, the more
free-radicals it can destroy. Free Radicals are one of the leading causes of
premature aging. According to Agricultural Research Service, USDA (Tufts
University in Boston), the recommended amount of antioxidants a person should
consume daily should be a minimum of 5000-7000 ORAC units. Dried Goji berries
contain an astounding 22,000 ORAC units per 100 grams!!
These healthy berries also contain powerful
polysaccharides which have anti-aging properties as well as improved learning,
memory abilities and remarkable immune system enhancing capabilities.* This
could explain why the Goji berries may contribute to living a longer and
healthier life.*
Goji berries have 18 amino acids (including 8 essential
amino acids). Essential amino acids are ones that the body cannot produce and
must come from the food we eat. Goji berries also contain trace minerals and
protein. There is more beta carotene in Goji berries than in carrots and they
contain MORE VITAMIN C THAN ORANGES! They are also a rich source of naturally
occurring B1, B2, B6, vitamin E, essential fatty acids and polysaccharides.
WARNING: Not all Goji is the
same!!
Some manufacturers use artificial heat and sulfur
dioxide to retard the fermentation process. These procedures diminish
nutritional potency of the berries. Chews-4-Health contains Goji berries that
are naturally processed, verified and tested to contain no sulfur dioxide. Our
“A” rated manufacturing plant guarantees high quality, 100% pure Goji.
MANGOSTEEN
The mangosteen fruit is about the size of a tangerine.
It has a smooth, dark purple rind encasing a snow-white fruit. Limited to
tropical zones with abundant rainfall, the mangosteen tree takes 10 years to
mature and bear fruit. Fully mature trees can be up to 80 feet tall, and may
produce thousands of individual fruits each year. Mangosteen has been used for
thousands of years throughout Asia for its health enhancing properties. When
Queen Victoria tasted this imported delicacy in the mid-1800s, she promptly
declared it her favorite fruit. Since then it’s been commonly referred to as,
“Queen of Fruits.”
Centuries later, science has finally corroborated what
folklore medicine has known for centuries: Mangosteen works! The key ingredient
of the mangosteen fruit is called xanthones, a natural chemical substance that
has recently won high praise from numerous scientists and researchers. What’s
remarkable is that the mangosteen—not just the inner flesh, but the whole
fruit—represents the single greatest known supply of these tremendously
beneficial xanthones.
Despite the fact that mangosteen has only recently been
discovered in the West, there have already been literally hundreds of research
papers and third party studies conducted on mangosteen and xanthones throughout
the world. Positive articles are being published across the country in
scientific journals including:
- Biochemical Pharmacology
- Free Radical Research
- Journal of Pharmacology
- Journal of Enzyme Inhibitors
- Planta Medica
- Journal of Natural Products
ACAI
Açaí berries (pronounced ah-SAH’-ee) are produced
by a palm tree common in floodplain areas of the Amazon River. These dark purple
berries, a little smaller than a blueberry, contain a thin layer of edible pulp
surrounding a large seed.
One of the main plant chemicals getting a lot of
attention in acai, is a compound called anthocyanin, a group of flavonoids. A
very well known antioxidant, anthocyanin-rich fruits have been shown to have
anti-aging properties, help increase energy and aid in many skin conditions*.
Açaí contains naturally
occurring, plant based vitamin B, vitamin E, minerals such as iron and calcium,
fiber and protein. Açaí berries contain naturally occurring amino acids,
essential fatty acids (Omega 3, 6, and 9), and has an extremely high amount of
antioxidants compared to other fruits. Acai even has more antioxidants than raw
spinach, and 10 to 30 times more anthocyanins than red wine.
Acai berries also contain beneficial Phytosterols. These are natural plant
based chemicals that have been shown to offer immune system benefits.*
NONI
Noni fruit (morinda citrifolia ) comes from the mulberry
plant grown on the South Sea Islands of Tahiti and Hawaii. Noni has been used in
folk remedies by Polynesians for over 2000 years and is reported to have a broad
range of health benefits. Noni (which means “longevity”) is a sacred fruit known
as a balancing agent which helps stabilize and enhance the health of the body.
The Noni plant, considered vital to ancient settlers,
was one of the four basic plants they brought with them in canoes when they
colonized new islands. Today, millions across the world are discovering the
health balancing properties of this once hidden island secret. Even the National
Library of Medicine lists 26 articles about Noni (morinda citrifolia.)
One of the most important components of the noni fruit
is proxeronine, a natural ingredient, which is a building block essential to
human cell growth.* Human cells require xeronine to function properly.*
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is necessary for
the body’s normal synthesis of red blood cells, important for the maintenance of
a healthy nervous system and vital for the proper growth and development of
children.*
The Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board
recommends that adults older than 50 years get most of their vitamin B12 from
vitamin supplements or fortified food because of the high incidence of impaired
ability to absorb vitamin B12 from foods that come from animals.
http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitaminb12.asp#h10.
B12 is also important in maintaining the health of nerves
in the human body. The nervous system contains an insulating fatty covering
comprised of a complex protein called myelin. B12 plays a vital role in the
metabolism of fatty acids essential for the maintenance of this nerve covering.
B12 supplementation is crucial if you are a vegetarian
because, since there isn’t an adequate source of vitamin B12 in plant foods,
vegetarians often have low serum B12 levels. The American Dietetic Association
has stated that vegetarians are at risk of a vitamin B12 deficiency and highly
recommend supplementing their diets with B12. If deficiency of B12 occurs,
symptoms include lack of energy, shortness of breath, anemia, menstrual
disorders and poor resistance to infection.
http://www.vegansociety.com/html/food/nutrition/b12/
http://www.eatright.org
According to a study conducted by The University of
California, Department Of Medicine, taking B12 and Folic Acid supplements
together aids in cardiovascular health*
Source: News Release published by UC - San Francisco,
8/21/01, Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA).
http://pub.ucsf.edu/newsservices/releases/2003123069/
FOLIC ACID
Folic Acid is needed for the body’s energy production
and is necessary for the body’s normal creation of red blood cells.* It also
helps synthesize DNA, which carries the body’s genetic information, helps with
normal tissue growth and cell function.* In addition, Folic Acid also helps
support the formation of digestive acids.*
It is commonly referred to as the “brain supplement” and
has been shown to help with maintaining a healthy mental and emotionally
balanced state.*
Folic acid helps regulate embryonic and fetal
development of the nerve cells and is VITAL for normal growth and development.*
Studies indicate that Folic Acid works best when combined with B12.
Since 1998 the March of Dimes has been leading a
national education campaign about folic acid and its role in preventing birth
defects, and they recommend Folic Acid supplementation for all women ranging
from 15 to 45 years of age.
http://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/681_1151.asp
According to the Department of Health Centers For
Disease Control and Prevention: “ All women should get in the habit of taking
folic acid daily even if they are not planning to get pregnant.”
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/overview.htm
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is a naturally occurring
compound that is synthesized in small amounts by plants, animals and humans.
Scientists first discovered the importance of ALA in 1953, and it was recognized
as an antioxidant in 1988. It has recently been the subject of a tremendous
amount of research around the world, including the University of California
Berkeley, The Linus Pauling Institute and The Mayo Clinic. ALA is highly
recommended in the New York Times’ best selling book, The Perricone
Prescription by Nicholas V. Perricone, M.D.
The body requires ALA to produce energy and also plays a
crucial role in the mitochondria, our cellular energy-producing structures.
Foods contain only tiny amounts of it so supplementation may be beneficial. ALA
is very unique compared to other forms of antioxidants because of its
versatility—it helps deactivate a wide array of cell-damaging free radicals in
many bodily systems. But many scientists consider the most important benefit of
ALA to be its protection of the body’s mitochondria and DNA.* As we age,
mitochondrial function is impaired, and this may be an important contributor to
some of the adverse effects of aging. ALA also works closely with vitamin C and
E and some other antioxidants, "recycling" them, which makes them much more
effective.*
RESVERATROL
Resveratrol is a naturally occurring compound produced
in plants and grapes, found primarily in the skin and seeds. Resveratrol is the
key ingredient in red wine that made headlines in November (2006) when
scientists demonstrated that it kept overfed mice from gaining weight, turned
them into the equivalent of Olympic marathoners, and seemed to slow down their
aging process. Very few medical discoveries have generated such an instant buzz
.
Scientists became interested in exploring the potential
health benefits of resveratrol when its presence was reported in red wine,
leading to speculation that resveratrol might help explain the “French Red Wine
Paradox” (The French have less mortality rate and lower incidence of coronary
disease.) Their consumption of resveratrol containing red wine is considered by
many in the scientific community, including the Linus Pauling Institute, to be
the reason for their longevity and good health. The benefits of drinking red
wine have even been recognized by the American Heart Association who now
recommends 1 to 2 glasses per day for men and 1 glass per day for women.
http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/111/2/e10
Obviously the alcohol content of wine does have its
drawbacks (impairs brain function, can’t be combined with many medications,
children and pregnant people can’t drink it and long term use may harm the
liver.) Chews-4-Health contains extracted resveratrol, so now you can have the
benefits of this heart healthy nutrient, without the negative alcohol side
effects.*
Select Fruit Concentrates
Chews-4-Health contains 4 select fruit concentrates
(Pomegranate, Blueberry, Cranberry and Raspberry.) These carefully selected
fruits were chosen as part of the formulation because of their combined health
enhancing properties.
The majority of healthcare professionals now believe
there is a clear association between overall health and a diet high in fruits.
However, most people fail to eat the government’s recommended 5 servings of
fruit per day. Do you eat that much fruit? Chews-4-Health can help fill that
void for those who don’t.
Research on pomegranates have gained a lot of publicity
lately for their cardiovascular support.*
Researchers at the USDA Human Nutrition Center (HNRCA)
have found that blueberries rank #1 in free radical neutralizing activity when
compared to 40 other fresh fruits and vegetables.
Cranberries and raspberries have also received notoriety
by several authorities for their many health benefits including: Food Science
and Nutrition, Rutgers University, Journal of The American Medical Association
and University of Wisconsin.
Antioxidants from fruits are increasingly being shown to
help optimize human health. University studies show that fruits play a vital
role in improved health, performance and may aid in promoting healthy organs.*
Sea Vegetation Blend
Chews-4-Health contains 4 sea vegetables (Kelp, Nori,
Dulse and Bladderwack.)
Select Fruit Concentrates
Chews-4-Health contains 4 select fruit concentrates
(Pomegranate, Blueberry, Cranberry and Raspberry.) These carefully selected
fruits were chosen as part of the formulation because of their combined health
enhancing properties.
