Colloids For Life Blog All Natural Supplements to Optimize Your Health Wed, 15 Aug 2018 13:18:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Tick Infestation Wed, 15 Aug 2018 12:00:55 +0000

The Asian Longhorned tick, which was in just two states at two farms a few months ago, is now spreading throughout the US. While the biggest tick threat is still our own domestic species, which carry Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and more, there’s still plenty to know about the Asian Longhorned tick. (AKA East Asian tick, or just Longhorned tick).

First—the good news. While the Asian Longhorned tick is known for carrying deadly germs, it hasn’t brought those germs with it to the other places it’s spread to—but it’s quick spread is creating a large potential reservoir for disease.

Second—it’s an aggressive biter. It may not be carrying pathogens in the US, but it will sure be an annoyance.

Third—the Asian Longhorned tick is a threat to animals. It can swarm, covering livestock (and potentially pets) with ticks. While it’s been cleared of carrying deadly human pathogens, it does carry a parasite—from the genus Theileria—which can cause anemia and is potentially fatal for animals. In Asia, contact with infected livestock is how most people contract and die from the diseases it carries.

Fourth—the ticks are similar in size to deer ticks, and the nymphs are tiny and easy to miss. This will complicate tick identification and prevention efforts, as well as create more confusion and problems with getting Lyme Disease (and other tick-borne illnesses) diagnosed.

Fifth—researchers are still facing a lot of unknowns. Can the Asian Longhorned tick transmit Lyme Disease or other native pathogens? How did it get here? How do we control it?

The biggest thing to take away is that everyone needs to be aware of ticks, and how to prevent tick bites. It was recently announced that Lyme Disease (and the ticks that carry it) is in all 50 states. A decade ago Lyme Disease was primarily known as a problem for the Northeast corner of the US—but doctors and anyone who spends time outside needs to come around to the new reality.

Prevent ticks by keeping your yard manicured. Long grass and other shrubbery aid ticks, and any places that mammals, from small rodents to deer can come in (or hang out, like wood and rock piles) are a potential source for ticks. Outdoor pets can even bring ticks indoors, and are similarly at risk for tick-borne illness. When in long grass, wear long pants and shirts to reduce your skin’s exposure to tick bites, then sweep yourself off before heading in.

Because prevention only goes so far and there’s always the unknown, be sure to get daily immune support from colloidal silver. Colloidal silver has been used for centuries to support the immune system, and even to aid skin with wound healing (so you can soothe skin post tick-bite, sunburn, or scrape).

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Getting at the Underlying Cause of Joint Pain Tue, 14 Aug 2018 12:00:23 +0000

Joint pain isn’t just pain—it’s a block on being able to do your normal activities, whether that’s just getting around your house, getting out, or getting active. There are a number of causes of joint pain, and they can come together to create a mess. Use a combination of prevention and support to get at the underlying causes of joint pain.

One of the contributing factors to joint pain is the standard American diet, which is high in fried, processed, and other inflammatory foods. Inflammation, especially if it’s chronically fed by what we eat, can cause damage to joints. If joint pain is an issue, start by changing what you eat: more antioxidants from brightly colored fruits and vegetables, and less foods that feed the inflammation cycle, like sugar. You can also take an antioxidant supplement to help tip the scale and get a big anti-inflammatory boost to your diet. A targeted supplement like Joint MGRx, or a powerful antioxidant punch like our Longevity Formula are good daily support.

Rule out illness. Lyme Disease causes inflammation, especially in the joints (and if undiagnosed or left untreated, organs). As time goes on, with repeat infections or not handling the initial infection, that damage can become permanent. There are other diseases that can cause joint pain as a side-effect. If you’re feeling sudden joint pain, especially if it’s paired with other symptoms like fatigue, aches, or muscle weakness, get checked out for infection, and get it treated. If you’re in a tick or mosquito heavy area make sure you’ve got daily immune support from colloidal silver, to help your body with its defenses against these common illnesses.

Self-care is important to consider, too. Injury is a major source of joint pain. Make sure that you’re moving your body the right way—take the time to have an expert walk you through the moves, the equipment, or to give you a course training you for any activities you like. A physical therapist can show you the best postures for everyday activities. It’s cheaper in the long run than recovering from an injury! And make sure to stretch regularly, both to aid flexibility, and to know your limits. Stretching also helps build strength in the supporting muscles.

And then, as they say, even the best laid plans can go to waste. Sometimes aging and genetics get us despite our best efforts. It makes the metaphorical hill you’re climbing a little steeper, but the bottom line is to try the same things—eat more antioxidants (and probably make sure you’re getting that dietary support with a supplement like Joint MGRx), be extra cautious about worsening symptoms and potential joint-targeting illness, and stay on top of your physical health with exercises promoting balance, flexibility, and strength.

Conquer pain and support healing with Joint MGRx, and get more out of your days.

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Keeping an Eye on Ebola Mon, 13 Aug 2018 12:00:14 +0000

2016 came very close to an Ebola pandemic. Ebola is hard to treat, deadly, and incredibly contagious—often, for every patient 1-2 doctors were catching the illness, never mind the spread before the patient was contained in a medical facility!

Although it mostly disappeared from the headlines as the thread of a global pandemic dissipated, Ebola hasn’t disappeared. Ebola lives in the animals (bats and monkeys) of the congo, which also happen to be a traditional and handy source of food for the people who live nearby (it’s also spread by bites). Small outbreaks have continued since the larger multi-country 2016 Ebola outbreak, but with everyone already on alert, they’ve been quickly contained.

A new outbreak threatens to disrupt that. Located in a war zone, near several borders and large cities, the current Ebola outbreak is one wrong move away from another large outbreak potential pandemic. The good news is that vigilance from several governments, WHO, and other aid agencies is keeping it in check (for now) and the same things that make it a risk for a larger outbreak make it easier to get supplies in to quarantine and prevent the spread of Ebola. The biggest risk factor is keeping track of people, many of whom are displaced by fighting and other problems.

The continued threat of tropical diseases like Ebola is a reminder to stay vigilant and prepared when you’re traveling—you don’t know what you’re getting on a plane with (and even a mundane domestic flight leaves you with a 1 in 4 chance of developing a respiratory infection within the next week!).

Make sure that you’re always supporting your immune system—especially when you travel—with colloidal silver. Daily immune support (like colloidal silver) in conjunction with other good habits is the best way to be prepared for the unexpected!

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Sleeping Too Much May Indicate an Underlying Health Problem Fri, 10 Aug 2018 12:00:37 +0000

Sleep is good for you. It lets your brain flush and reset itself. During sleep, your body performs routine maintenance, including cardiovascular support. Everyone needs sleep—it’s a myth that some people only need 4-6 hours (tests show they’re functioning well below average and shouldn’t even be driving!), and that we need less sleep as we start to age. Once we’re past the developing and growing stage (sometime in our early twenties), everyone should be falling between seven and nine hours of sleep per night (depending on genetics).

But what about people who sleep more?

Over a decade ago, researchers new there was a correlation between excess sleep and an earlier death, and it was often (and still sometimes is) reported as a cause—sleep too much and it may kill you. But the truth is another step removed: if you’re sleeping more than 9 hours a night, it’s because something else is wrong, and you need to get to the bottom of it! (And you may need extra support, like from colloidal silver!)

The first thing to rule out is sleep apnea. If you’re not breathing well while sleeping (which might be indicated by waking frequently, snoring, and still feeling tired in the morning), you’re not sleeping deep enough to get all that hard work the body does done at night. A sleep study (which can often be done at home these days) can confirm sleep apnea, and help you get fixed. People with sleep apnea are at an increased risk for heart attacks and stroke as early as their late 30s/early 40s! While sleeping with a breathing mask may be uncomfortable, the rule most offer is to stick it out for at least 6 months while working with a sleep specialist to help you get to the right style and support for your habits.

If you rule out sleep apnea, the second thing to check is your heart health, and for the same reason. Sleep apnea means you aren’t getting enough oxygen, and the same is true if your heart isn’t pumping efficiently. A routine check-up where you mention your sleep problems (sleeping too long, too poorly, and still feeling fatigued) can get you started down the rabbit hole of heart health (which everyone needs to monitor anyway!).

If you’re good on those two major health risks, then explore a simpler, easier to fix problem, like an infection. If you’re sleeping too long, it might be that your body is fighting an infection. You may not yet be experiencing flu-like symptoms or other problems (besides fatigue) during your waking hours, but you may have been exposed to some pathogen that requires your immune system to pick up the battle—and your body to need extra rest to rebuild and restore.

Give your body extra support with colloidal silver. Colloidal silver supports the immune system, and may help your body get itself back to normal. Take it daily as an extra layer of support and defense, or take it as needed when you sense something is wrong.

Finally, too much sleep might not be physical—it might be mental. Depression, stress, and anxiety can cause oversleeping. For mild cases, some specialists recommend a stronger alarm. But often, people need more help than that. Start with something simple, natural, and easy for you to control all on your own—D.S.A. MGRx. While getting a hold of mental support is valuable in and of itself, sleeping too much for no physical reason can weaken your cardiovascular system. Pair the herbal and nutritional support of D.S.A. MGRx with exercise as a first step to getting your sleeping habits back on track!

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Support Your Unique Diet Thu, 09 Aug 2018 12:00:52 +0000

These days, everyone is more aware of how food impacts their body, whether a certain food group causes mild discomfort, bloating, weight gain, or full-blown life-pausing gastrointestinal distress. Whether you’re lactose free, soy free, or vegan, get some extra protein support from Vegan Protein Complete.

Get a complete source of protein into your daily diet. With all 9 essential amino acids as well as non-essential amino acids, Vegan Protein Complete helps make sure there are no protein gaps in your diet. If you’re meat free, it’s an easy way to ensure you’re getting the amino acids your body needs to function properly.

If you’re working to cut calories and lose weight, Vegan Protein Complete is a healthier, more supportive meal replacement. Not only does it fill your shakes with protein and fiber, it provides a longer lasting energy than comparable whey or soy products. You won’t feel a hunger crash, instead you’ll feel full longer!

If you’re concerned about digestion, Vegan Protein Complete offers a better alternative. Vegan Protein Complete is a low-glycemic source of fiber. It’s hypoallergenic, and gentle on digestion, so your dietary transition will be easier.

As a good source of protein and energy, Vegan Protein Complete supports an active lifestyle. Don’t lose energy (and hope) as you change your eating habits, instead, keep up a healthy, happy lifestyle. And feel good about it, too: Vegan Protein Complete has no GMOs, additives, or preservatives.

Add Vegan Protein Complete to your next shake, or creatively add it to a meal to create one full of energy sustaining protein.

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All 50 States Have Lyme Disease Wed, 08 Aug 2018 12:00:16 +0000

The last big report shared that over half of all US counties have Lyme Disease. Now, Quest Diagnostics has released data based on blood samples that it’s clear: all 50 states have Lyme Disease (and, logically, the ticks that carry it).

Many of these regions aren’t aware. Patients aren’t aware to check for ticks or signs of Lyme Disease, doctors aren’t aware that it’s a possibility (and might be causing the chronic pain, fatigue, or other conditions patients complain about and get dismissed for), and the small governments in charge of pest managements may not be aware of the threat lurking in their backyards.

It used to be that people dismissed Lyme Disease as easily diagnosed: even if you don’t find a tick (which can be the size of a poppy seed early in the year), just watch out for the tell-tale bullseye rash. Unfortunately, only a slight majority of Lyme Disease cases develop that rash (less, if you consider that Lyme Disease is underdiagnosed). Instead, everyone needs to be aware that they’re potentially at risk for Lyme Disease as the ticks that carry it are surviving and thriving in more and more areas, and to watch for other symptoms like joint pain, fatigue, and weakness. Chronic Lyme Disease is likely a catch-all for a number of things, including re-infection, lasting damage from the inflammation Lyme Disease causes, or some as yet imperfectly documented physical response by the body.

When caught early, Lyme Disease can be treated with antibiotics, but getting diagnosed and catching it early is the hard part.

Prevention is key: wear long sleeves and pants when out in nature (even your own yard if it borders with thicker or taller grass, bushes, trees, etc., or if you have wild mammals wandering in and out). Do a tick check after spending time outside, and consider showering to knock off and new friends you may have picked up. If you find a tick bite, remove it in a quick, straightforward way (no fire, smothering, or other internet tricks that actually make catching Lyme Disease more likely!).

And don’t forget you can always be prepared with daily immune support from colloidal silver. Make sure that you have an extra layer of support for whatever the day brings—whether it’s a jaunt into nature, or just to help when you have an off day from too little sleep, poor diet, or stress.

Until a good frost hits, watch out for tick bites and Lyme Disease, and stay prepared with colloidal silver!

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Naturally Soothe Body Aches Tue, 07 Aug 2018 12:00:48 +0000

We all get aches and pains. For some they can be treated as simply as resting, soaking in hot water, or applying some hot/cold relief. For others, it can be harder to keep under control—especially if it’s chronic. Age, an active lifestyle, or changing weather that activates old injuries can really cause discomfort or all out pain. Even if it’s mild, that ache can really disrupt a happy life—just like the lion with the thorn in its paw. Don’t let it keep going, give your body natural support with Body RLF.

Body RLF gives the body the support it needs to heal itself with ingredients known to ease pain and offer the building blocks the body needs. Made with a synergistic blend of herbs known for easing pain and discomfort and vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that the body needs to rebuild and heal itself, Body RLF provides a foundation for healing and comfort.

When is Body RLF useful? Here’s an example. You’ve spent a hard day at your favorite activity (or just taken care of some hard chores). Your bones ache, your muscles burn, and you’re wiped out. Help your body get on with the healing process with a couple of Body RLF—it supports the body as it starts the inflammation process, breaking down old damaged tissue and replacing it. Inflammation can be beneficial, helping it to be efficient keeps it from becoming harmful.

When you support the cause of the pain, the need for your body to signal the pain is lessened. And the effect isn’t temporary the way other pain relief is—because you’re supporting healing, you’re supporting change, and a more comfortable tomorrow.

Use Body RLF for pain relief and a healing boost, all naturally and without the side effects of other, more serious, pain relief methods. When you face aches and pains, treat them naturally, gently, and with nutritional support. Start with Body RLF.

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Stay Focused with Colloidal Gold Mon, 06 Aug 2018 16:28:13 +0000

During August, change is in the air. Teachers and students head back to school. Stores start a hard shift toward holiday merchandise. It’s the end days of summer (even if the season doesn’t officially end until September). Don’t let the collective shift (or the late summer heat) derail your focus—stay on top of focus, concentration, and more with colloidal gold!

Colloidal gold is reported to help support the brain so it’s more conducive to being focused, to having good concentration, having a sharper memory, more clarity, and even to extend support to the mind-body connection for better hand-eye coordination, and more.

Why gold? Gold in its non-ionic form is a safe food and supplement—but avoid it’s ionic, clear form, which is a neurotoxin. For the ruling class, gold used to decorate plates, was gilded onto utensils, and garnished important meals. In modern times, science has explored a possible role in the body—using gold in treatments for prostate cancer, joint inflammation/arthritis, and more. ‘

As brain support, the effects of gold are traditionally reported—but you can see for yourself. Try a little colloidal gold as a supplement for a month. Take a little extra before important events, and use it as an aid for your goals.

If you want to improve brain focus and function, make sure to pair colloidal gold with other good habits. Diet, exercise, sleep, stress, and more also have a huge impact on the brain, so you can’t neglect those. You can exercise your brain with meditation—which doesn’t have to be sitting and staring, but can just be cultivating good mental habits.

Don’t let summer’s energy fade away. Keep the energy, focus, and more up with colloidal gold.

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Get Back-to-School Season Immune Support Fri, 03 Aug 2018 12:00:55 +0000

You may not know anyone going back to school, but the community effect will be the same: a burst of highly communicable diseases. Kids, with their weaker immune systems, the stress of change, and the cooling weather all come together in one building to germinate diseases. Now is the time to prepare for it with immune supporting colloidal silver!

It is, and isn’t, new. Back-to-school has always meant a few kids picking up easily shared illnesses like colds, or even parasites like lice and scabies. What’s different these days is that there are more viruses. Ask a teacher, doctor, or seasoned parent: more kids are coming down with viral illnesses (like roseola), they’re getting more colds in a single year, and RSV and other respiratory illnesses seem to be more common. Head to the doctor, and they’re getting tested for more serious diseases like whooping cough, MRSA, and even tuberculosis.

Changing weather, more crowding in schools, and germs that are harder to clean/kill off the equipment in the school gym contributes to the growth and spread of disease. More travel means things spread more easily. And it isn’t a class problem: more money to travel, more contact with others, and these highly communicable diseases spread everywhere.

The people most at risk are those with weakened immune systems. Time in the hospital (where overuse of antibiotics leads to the development of antibiotic resistant diseases), age, gastrointestinal troubles, and chronic illness all contribute to having a weakened immune system. With the incoming flux of illness to the community, now’s the time to make sure you’ve got extra support.

Supporting the basic pillars of good health like rest, good nutrition, and exercise help support your immune system. You can get an extra layer of support from a supplement like colloidal silver.

Colloidal silver has been used as immune support for centuries, and is being explored for more modern uses. Take advantage of the extra support as the first wave of a more germ-y season hits this month.

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Curcumin for Glaucoma? Thu, 02 Aug 2018 12:00:28 +0000

Curcumin, a compound found in the spice turmeric, has long been known to offer numerous health benefits. It’s anti-inflammatory, and supports heart, brain, eye, joint health and more. Researchers have been working to validate the benefits of curcumin, as well as to find ways to incorporate them into modern medicines. One team is working on turning the fat soluble compound into a water soluble one that can be used as an eye drop to treat early glaucoma. Curcumin is already known for helping when taken at the early signs and stages of eye degeneration.

You don’t have to wait for some complicated, patented treatment to get the benefits of curcumin. It’s a food, and adding a little bit to your diet each day can help get you the super powerful antioxidant benefits!

There are three ways to add curcumin to your diet: you can mix a little in warmed oil (which can be gross), you can try new recipes (fun, but hard to make a daily habit!), or you can get it in a supplement like Triple Strength Antioxidant (easy, and gives you a boost from a variety of powerful antioxidants).

In addition to supporting eye health, past studies have found that curcumin stimulates and supports the liver, and that having curcumin in your diet each day may prevent Alzheimer’s, as there’s a correlation with lower amounts of the bad brain plaques believed to cause Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The good thing about taking or eating turmeric and not just isolated curcumin is that you get the possible benefits of unexplored compounds. Plants are complex, and in the same way people prefer true vanilla to vanillin, you get more when you stick with the whole plant.

Add a little curcumin to your diet today with Triple Strength Antioxidant.

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