Stop Pain Now

I am so excited to now carry EuroPharma products, specifically Curamin. I have so many customers that come to us looking for something that will help with their joint or muscle pain and most are willing to try anything once because the pain is just so...painful. Glucosamine & Chondroiton is always a great place to start for arthritis and joint pain but sometimes it is just not enough. I am happy to say that we now have a product that is enough.

The key ingredients to this supplement are curcumin, curcuminoid, dl phenylalanine (DLPA), boswellia and nattokinase. The basis of Curamin's formula is found in the spice turmeric which has been used for over 2500 years in cooking and healing. Turmeric's active component is curcumin. According to Nutrition News, "Curcumin has been shown to have six fundamental healing properties: 1) anti-inflammatory, 2) antioxidant, 3) antiviral, 4) antibacterial, 5) antifungal, and 6) anti-cancer." Researchers have isolated a tiny sub-particle known as curcuminoid in curcumin which is about 100 times more powerful as regular curcumin in regards to reducing inflammation when combined with DLPA and boswellia. Terry Lemerond, developer of Curamin says, "This formulation is stronger and more effective than aspirin or any other kind of medication in relieving pain and inflammation. In one double-blind study, curcumin matched cortisone as a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory."

Nutrition News states, "Research has pointed to inflammation as the foremost cause in the development of all major age-related diseases. As we age, our immune system runs amok, causing chronic inflammation. Referred to as inflammaging. The beginning is symptomless, low level inflammation. Both overweight and gum disease are clues to the presence of this type of inflammation. If not stopped or curbed, much worse effect can occur. Among these are increased risk of osteoporosis, loss of lean muscle mass after middle age, anemia in the elderly, and cognitive decline after 70. Common disorders such as atherosclerosis, colon cancer, and Alzheimer's disease are caused in part by a chronic inflammatory syndrome. Also involved are heart valve dysfunction and congestive heart failure, obesity, diabetes, digestive system disorders, and other.

Inflammation also increases the production of free radicals, indicating the need for effective antioxidant supplementation. The natural substances in our formula for pain relief have both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The potent antioxidants assist in the body's defenses. Studies show that relief from chronic inflammation results in a longer, healthier life."

For more information check out http://www.curamin.com/ or come in to the shoppe and we will answer whatever questions you have. Samples are also available. If you are interested in trying Curamin, email me at thesunshineshoppe@gmail.com and I will send you a 3 day sample for FREE!

These statement have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any diseases.

It's kind of weird but really cool!

Recently I have started to carry a really awesome new product...well, new for our store. I had two customers special order this product by the cases and it made me curious enough to do a little research into it which then led me to order a case for the store so that I could try it myself. This exciting product is called G.T.'s Kombucha Synergy and now that I have experienced it for myself I just love everything about it!

Kombucha is a living culture of beneficial micro-organisms. G.T.'s Kombucha is cultured for 30 days and in that time essential nutrients such as active enzymes, probiotics, amino acids, antioxidants, and polyphenols form. The website for G.T.'s Kombucha says the following about the health benefits of their drink, "Kombucha is not a supplement, drug, or medicine...it is simply a super healthy food that helps the body to find (or regain) its natural balance in the body, which promotes overall well being. Just like regular exercise, Kombucha is something that supports a healthy lifestyle. When the body is healthier, its natural defences are stronger. Kombucha has an

'adaptognic' ability that gives it a reputation for its widespread health properties. Its adaptogen effect is seen mostly through its influence on the liver, the blood and the digestive system, where it normalizes the acidity or pH. Metabolic balancing and detoxification is perhaps the most important function of Kombucha. To put it in simple terms, Kombucha will make you feel good."

And it is sooooo true! I was amazed at how I felt after drinking just one bottle. I had more energy than I knew what to do with, I didn't feel so foggy headed, and my overall mood was even more positive. We sold the entire case within a couple of days because once a customer would try one they were back buying several at a time. Everyone that has tried it just loves the way they feel when they drink the Kombucha. I am placing another order tomorrow and I plan to order at least 4 cases this time...maybe more if I can make room in the refrigerator.

I hope this encourages you to at least do a little research on your own about the Kombucha and maybe stop in a try a bottle...I don't think you will be disappointed. But be ready for a couple of surprises. When I first started to do my research I googled "Kombucha" and I was in shock at the disgusting pictures that came up. The culture resembles a light brown tough gelatinous disk and is kind of yucky looking. But don't freak out...that disk is not floating around in your bottled drink...just the microorganisms from it. The second surprise I got was when I first opened the bottle and took a drink it was pretty vinegary tasting a smelling. I grew up drinking apple cider vinegar so it didn't bother me but not everyone loves that taste. I have found that different flavors of the G.T.'s Kombucha Synergy drinks vary in the vinegary taste and smell.

One interesting side note...my mom is completely in love with the Kombucha too and she told me that my great grandmother, Willie Jo Miller, used to make her own Kombucha tea in her bathtub! For anyone that knew my grandmother, I'm sure you are not surprised.

Feel Alive! Again

I have been really amazed lately at my lack of energy and I just continued to ignore the cause and would pour myself another cup of coffee. But the light bulb finally went off and I realized that I have not been doing a good job of remembering to take my vitamins. Okay, that is not even true...the truth is that I haven't been taking any of my supplements since the holidays. So I pulled out my basket of supplements (it usually stays on the kitchen counter as a reminder but had been stored in the pantry during a Christmas party) and took inventory of what I still had. Luckily I had a new bottle of my personal favorite multivitamin, Nature's Way Alive!, and I have now been taking it religiously. I have been a little surprised at the difference it has made in my energy levels. It took a couple of weeks but I don't feel the drained and dragging feeling that always comes over me about 2 in the afternoon. I knew I always felt good when I took it before but I just didn't realize how good.

Through the month of February I want to give everyone that is experiencing the afternoon drag a chance to feel good again so I am discounting our entire Alive! multivitamin line. We will be handing out samples and product information as well.

Alive! supplements are the ultimate Whole Food Energizers with more invigorating nutrients from more natural sources than any other product.

• 29 Vitamins and Minerals
• 24 Fruits and Veggies
• 14 Green Foods
• 18 Amino Acids
• 12 Digestive Fatty Acids
• 10 Essential Fatty Acids
• 12 Organic Mushrooms

Alive! represents the new thinking in supplements for daily health and energy, with a greater diversity of specially balance nutrients from three important areas:

1. daily essentials
2. botanical energizers
3. system defenders including antioxidants

Alive! products are specially formulated for easy digestion and absorption into the bloodstream. Even the tablets break up quickly in the digestive tract. In comparison tests with other whole food brands, Alive! tablets were the only ones to completely disintegrate in 20 minutes or less (the proper time to ensure uptake into the body.) Other brands took up to 5 times longer.

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any disease.