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General Health & Nutrition

Last orders before Christmas / Products to prevent colds and flu’s over the holiday season

We’ll be open almost up to Christmas, and if you want to order before we close here are the deadlines:

  • The last date for guaranteed (courier) UK delivery before Christmas is Thursday 22nd December. This is also the last date for orders to be shipped internationally by courier (usually 3-4 working days).
  • The last date for 1st and 2nd class Royal Mail shipping before Christmas (but delivery before Christmas is NOT guaranteed) is 10am on Friday 23rd December. This is also the cut off time for orders being shipped by Air Mail (delivery time is usually about 5 -10 working days).

Products to prevent colds and flu’s over the holiday season

There are loads of choices here. It may be hard to decide which one to use, but using one or more works, whereas being lazy or indecisive and not using any of them as a result, does not. Here’s a quick summary of what we’ve got.

1) All of our liquid oxygen products are anti-viral. As for which one is the “best” one in this category, well that’s almost impossible to say. Basically, they all work.
2) All Vitamin C products boost immunity, and combat viral infection and pretty much all infectious disease. Our best selling one, which is also excellent value for money is Tapioca Vitamin C (formerly Ultra Pure Vitamin C) 1000mg 90 caps – and I take this product myself.
3) Zinc (our favourite one is Zinc Ascorbate) and Selenium (more or less any of them) also help tremendously in preventing viral replication
4) We provide a number of antioxidant products which combine Vitamin C, Zinc, Selenium and other important antioxidants as an all-in-one product. They are all quite similar, but based both on value for money, and the actual balance of the nutrients provided, we think that Antioxidant Supreme which I take myself is the best one. My own mentor used to say (repeatedly!) that everyone who wants to optimise their health should take this or something similar, long term. The only important vitamin antioxidant that’s missing from this product, and for some reason most similar ones is…
4) Vitamin D, which close to 100% of people are deficient in during the winter is highly supportive to immunity, whereas being deficient is highly unsupportive (there is also overwhelming evidence that people who are chronically and long term low in this vitamin are statistically more likely both to get cancer, and if they do get end up with this awful illness, less likely to thrive and recover). Of the Vitamin D products we provide, we think this is the best one and is the one I personally use (although almost any Vitamin D product would be better than nothing), and is beneficial for almost everyone.
6) Herbs. We sell a lot of Anti-Viral herbs. Our top choices would include Pau D’Arco (also known as Lapacho), Samento (a more powerful form of Cat’s Claw), Barberry (which has similar properties to Golden Seal), and Olive leaf extract.
7) Support your adrenal glands. Cutting a long story short: Strong adrenals = strong immunity. Weak adrenals = low immunity. Our top choices from this category are Licorice Formula (or the more gentle Licorice Formula A for sensitive individuals), and Adrenal Support.
8) Keep your colon clean and well oxygenated. As Dr Edward Group of Global Healing Center puts it, “Regular intestinal cleansing with an oxygen based colon cleanser like Oxy-Powder can support your immune system by providing a balanced, clean environment for probiotic bacteria to thrive. The positive benefits of intestinal cleansing with Oxy-Powder are enhanced when it’s paired with a good probiotic supplement.”
9) And finally, as stated above, consider probiotics.

So that’s the quick ABC of keeping health and vibrant over Christmas. Have a Happy Christmas or Chanukah if you celebrate these festivals, and if you don’t just have a fun relaxing break!

Mark G. Lester
Director and boss (not that my staff agree) – The Finchley Clinic Ltd
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

 

Bio-Kult Pro-Cyan, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Latero-Flora, Saccharomyces boulardii

Bad triggers and good habits: dietary tips for living with IBS

Do you find you get constipation, bloating, diarrhoea or abdominal pain – or even all four – more often than you assume is normal? If so, there’s a chance you may have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In fact, given it’s something of an umbrella-like gastrointestinal complaint, the likelihood is a good number of people suffer from it without even realising.

Indeed, statistics suggest IBS occurs more often in women than men and, as far as we know, it affects 10-15% of the population of the United States alone1. However, sufferers shouldn’t despair because in an effort to control – or even to try and prevent – flare-ups of symptoms (or ‘triggers’) there are things they can do to help ensure the condition doesn’t dominate their lives. Many of these take the form of lifestyle adjustments and a good number of them concern what we put in our bodies; in other words, diet.

In practice, as you might expect, no single experience of IBS is the same for every sufferer, but a number of the dietary triggers can be, so it’s important to be aware of them.

Dietary triggers

Two of the most painful – and common – IBS symptoms are constipation and diarrhoea. Specifically to prevent constipation, be mindful to limit or avoid eating/ drinking trigger-foods such as:

  • processed foods – including snacks like crisps and pastries like cookies
  • breads and cereals derived from refined (non-whole) grains
  • dairy foods – especially cheeses
  • alcohol, carbonated drinks and coffee

Meanwhile, to prevent IBS-related diarrhoea specifically, be mindful not to overdo how much you eat each meal and try to limit or avoid consuming trigger-foods such as:

  • gassy foods like beans, Brussels sprouts, celery, raisins and wheat germ
  • food rich in insoluble fibre, for instance fruit and vegetable skin
  • alcohol, caffeinated drinks, chocolate and foods containing fructose or sorbitol
  • fried and fatty food
  • dairy products – especially if you’re lactose intolerant
  • wheat (if you don’t react well to gluten)

Good dietary habits

Conversely, there are several things you can try and make part of your regular diet that can prevent flare-ups and even soothe an IBS-afflicted gut and intestinal system:

  • probiotic-rich fermented foods – one of the ways you might find relief from IBS is to create strong probiotic colonies in your gut, especially if you’re having to cut dairy out of your diet; turning to fermented food with high levels of probiotics is one way, while another is to seek out probiotic supplements
  • organic green beans – a good source of soluble fibre
  • organic raw honey – a fine natural sweetener to replace refined sugar in your diet
  • coconut milk – for those with lactose intolerance especially, replacing cow’s milk with coconut milk can yield significantly positive results; other organic alternatives you might look to could be hemp milk, rice milk or sunflower milk
  • egg whites – unlike yolks, whites are relatively easy to digest and not high in fat
  • green tea – why not give it a go in place of heavily caffeinated and carbonated drinks?
  • lemon juice – offers great nutritional value to the liver and has digestive cleansing properties, plus offers a nice flavour when added to water
  • organic brown rice – far more nutritious and thus better for the gut than white rice; it also contains soluble fibre thus it works to encourage normal bowel function

IBS supplements

As mentioned above, to get your necessary fill of good bacteria toting-probiotics, an excellent source is via supplementation. The following – and more – are all available through The Finchley Clinic and are highly recommended by our customers:

bio-kult-120-capsules

Bio-Kult (120, 60 and 30 capsules) – helps to balance the gastrointestinal system against pathogenic, harmful organisms by introducing 14 beneficial probiotic bacteria into the gut; may aid sufferers of candida, gut dysbiosis and post-antibiotic diarrhoea as well as IBS

latero-flora-60-capsules

Latero-Flora (60 capsules) – contains a unique strain of Bacillus laterosporus, a naturally occurring bacteria whose introduction to the gut may maintain a healthy colon, especially in the face of IBS

optibac-probiotics-for-bowel-calm

Saccharomyces boulardii (formerly OptiBac Probiotics For bowel calm) (80, 16 and 8 capusles) – an acclaimed probiotic that naturally helps support bowel health, control and function during diarrhoea episodes; we advise IBS sufferers to take 1 capsule daily

Reference

1. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. ‘Definition and Facts for Irritable Bowel Syndrome’. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestive-diseases.

Christmas, MicroFloraGuard, Samento, Tapioca Vitamin C, Winter Health

Have a great Christmas – how not to get pulled down by Holiday-related stress

Did you know an estimated eight out of 10 Americans feel stressed around Christmastime? When you think about it, it’s hardly very surprising – there’s probably a similar number in the UK and elsewhere in the world. All that pressure to find and buy presents for everybody, to make food, travel and family arrangements, to fit work in around a few days away from the office and so many other things. For some people, the most wonderful time of the year can be anything but.

The trouble with giving in to stress this time of year – aside from the fact it ensures you don’t enjoy Christmas – is that it can force you into bad habits and ill-health. For instance, along with festive indulgences, you may truly end up drinking and eating more than you intend (toxin-rich alcohol and glucose-heavy food), which can cause anxiety in itself and hinder your immunity system, ensuring it’s harder to remain healthy throughout the rest of winter – as you become more susceptible to picking up viral infections like colds and the flu1.

Yet it needn’t be this way. With a little common-sense stress-planning, Christmastime needn’t be such an anxiety-inducing few weeks. Here are some points to consider…

Budgeting and spending

Another far from surprising fact is that nine in every 10 people buy something for others this time of year merely because it’s Christmas1, ensuring the pressures of conforming to the consumerist demands of the season can become all too much for some, especially if they’re already struggling financially. While it’s undoubtedly emotionally rewarding giving someone a gift – not least if, in your eyes, they deserve it – it’s bad news for you if your spending exceeds your budgeting.

Feeling low

The pressures of Christmas and the anxieties they can bring may only be exacerbated by the reality that many can slip into a groove of feeling low in winter, when compared to other seasons. Why do they feel this way to start with, though? ‘Winter blues’ may occur as a result of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), which nowadays is recognised as a form of depression and comprises symptoms brought on by changes in weather and temperature and the time of year2, as well as the fact people get less exercise in winter owing to the cold weather, thus impacting on their psychological and physical health (not least, in the latter case, their immunity levels)3.

Work and social obligations

Fitting the festivities of the season in and around work is often easier said than done. With potentially pressing deadlines to meet by the end of the month – and year – along with other Holiday-related pressures, it can feel like things pile up on you. Moreover, for retail and service staff, Christmas can be the busiest time of year, when a business’s performance is critical to having a successful 12 months, working days become longer and customers are more frantic and less understanding. All this doesn’t mix well with social traditions and obligations; the requirement that we all get involved in things with family and last-minute guests, whether we always feel like doing so or not. In short, it’s all a recipe for festive stress.

Managing stress

It’s important then to successfully manage your stress over Christmas in order to look after yourself in the short term – both psychologically and physically. In order to do that, these are some important areas to get right:

  • Healthy diet – as noted, by their very nature the Holidays are a time of indulgence, however that doesn’t have to become overindulgence; it’s OK to moderate your intake by having smaller courses, drinking water while dining and upping the anti-inflammatory foods that are good for your gut like leafy greens, beans, broccoli, citrus fruits and walnuts (and if that isn’t possible, why not try probiotics and supplements for winter – see below?)
  • Exercise – don’t forget to get out and remain active over the festive period, as it’s great for combating both depression4 and anxiety5; just a half-hour or hour-long, brisk walk in a natural environment will be worthwhile
  • Don’t skimp on sleep – for many, time off over Christmas can be an opportunity to catch up on sleep and there’s something in that; ideally, most of us should be getting regular, decent sleep of around 7-8 hours a night to keep our emotions balanced6, 7 and to help stave off high blood pressure, obesity and heart and kidney disease (sleep deprivation’s been linked to the development of all these conditions)6
  • Try to enjoy yourself – this may seem obvious, but when you’re finding life trying it’s sometimes not easy to see the forest for the trees; whether you’re really where you want to be and feel altogether comfortable or not, it can do you good to try to smile, laugh and enjoy yourself (it’s proven that laughing out loud has genuine health benefits8); plus, getting along with those you’re with over Christmas and avoiding tension and disagreement will inevitably ensure the time passes more smoothly and easier and this extends to spending money on presents, so be sensible, do research, maybe shop online away from the crush in the shops and don’t put too much pressure on yourself.
  • Do seek help if you need it – if you sense you’re really dropping into a low place, reach out for help from friends and family you trust and can rely on and seek out professional help; share and be honest with others and yourself. 

Supplements

As mentioned above, it’s not always easy to maintain an ideal diet over the Christmas period, so if you’re concerned your body isn’t likely to receive all the nutrition it might at this time of year or if, owing to the stresses of the season, you feel boosting your immunity through other means is an option you’d like to follow, you can always try supplementation – the following products are all available through The Finchley Clinic:

samento-15ml

Samento (15ml and 60 capsules) – contributes to the immune system and can help with candida and viral and bacterial infections.

vitamin-c

Tapioca Vitamin C (90 capsules) – contains the immune-building and infection-fighting Vitamin C.

micro-floraguard

MicroFloraGuard (30 capsules) – releases into the gut probiotics (‘good bacteria’ that combat infection-carrying microbes or ‘bad bacteria’) and botanical oils at very effective, separate intervals.

References

1. ‘Fact Sheet on Stress’. National Institute of Mental Health. n.d.

2. ‘Seasonal Affective disorder’. Medline Plus. National Library of Medicine. 2016 Oct 12.

3. Bagchi D., Nair S. and Sen C. ‘Nutrition and Enhanced Sports Performance’. N.p.: Academic Press. 2013 Oct 8.

4. Craft L. L. and Perna F. M. ‘The Benefits of Exercise for the Clinically Depressed’. The Primary Care Companion to the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry 6.3 (2004): 104–111.

5. Anderson E. and Shivakumar G. ‘Effects of Exercise and Physical Activity on Anxiety’. Frontiers in Psychiatry 4. (2013): n.pag.

6. Gibbons G. H. ‘Why is Sleep Important?’. National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. 2014 Aug 19.

7. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ‘How Much Sleep Do I Need?’. CDC.gov. 2015 Nov 12.

8. Strean W. B. ‘Laughter Prescription’. Official Publication of the College of Family Physicians of Canada 55.10 (2009): 965–967.

Immune health, Licorice Formula, Winter Health

Winter wellness: how to stay healthy in the colder months

Like it or not, there’s no scientific research to actually suggest cold, wintry weather on its own makes someone ill. Although lower temperatures cause blood vessels to constrict, thus reducing blood flow and slowing the spread of protective blood cells throughout the body1, it’s always viruses and harmful bacteria that are most likely to make you unwell this time of year – that’s what we’re referring to when we say ‘catching a chill’ or ‘a cold’, yet some of them are just as easy to catch in the warmer months2, 3.

Maybe why such illnesses infect more people in winter is simply because we tend to stay indoors and in closer contact with each other this time of year, ensuring they’re able spread among us all more4. But exactly what sort of complaints are we talking about – and what can you do to prevent catching them?

Common complaints

Seasonal complaints in the winter usually consist of:

• Colds – most adults are likely to catch two or three colds each year5 and, perhaps because of the ‘common cold’ moniker, they’re especially associated with cold weather; they’re caused by viral infections, their most usual versions being human rhinoviruses (HRVs)6, and as if you need telling, symptoms include a runny nose, a cough, a sore throat, headaches and sometimes mild aches in the body7

• Norovirus – a nasty ailment, this one’s a contagious gastrointestinal complaint that results in nausea, vomiting and a watery stool; it’s often referred to as the ‘vomiting bug’ in the UK, tending to play havoc in highly populated communities like hospitals, schools and nursing homes as it spreads easily via inhaling virus particles, eating food contaminated by someone who’s been infected or touching a contaminated surface8

• Sore joints – if you suffer from inflamed joints, then it’s likely your joints are attuned to atmospheric pressure changes (that is, temperature alterations), thus they may be more painful when it gets colder; moreover, they may be stiffer in winter simply because you’re more sedentary this time of year9

• Influenza – flu symptoms are similar to but worse than those of colds (we’re talking chills, fevers and aches); don’t allow the flu to escalate because it could lead to pneumonia or even threaten your life10, so make sure you stay at home, get rest, hydrate yourself and recuperate properly11 and be aware that those infected tend to remain so for up to a week after their symptoms dissipate12.

Prevention – better than a cure

Ensuring your immunity’s firing on all cylinders so you avoid getting ill in the first place is obviously advisable, so try following these steps:

• Eat sensibly – a poor diet leading to high glucose consumption can result in oxidative stress in the blood13, which can weaken your immunity14; to prevent this you might try to prioritise beans, citrus fruits and leafy greens in your diet

• Remain active – regular exercise may not be very appealing in winter but, as it supports the immune system, it aids blood circulation, enabling white blood cells to spread around the body effectively and fight harmful organisms; it also combats stress15 and seasonal affective disorder (SAD)16

• Sleep hygiene – if you sense you’re coming down with something or – because of that – you’re feeling unnaturally tired, get some rest and good sleep, as it’s during your sleep cycle that your immune cells are most active17; indeed, constant sleep deprivation can see the body enter a pro-inflammatory state in just eight days18

• Hand-washing – by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching your face, you can inevitably become infected with harmful pathogens19, so always and regularly wash your hands

• Gargling – believe it or not, gargling salt water may help prevent upper respiratory infections; indeed, research suggests that gargling green tea may be better than gargling water to stop children developing fevers20.

Supplements

As mentioned above, a good diet (that is, genuine nutrition) is essential to staying fit and healthy in winter and not catching colds, bugs, the flu or anything else. If you’re not getting enough nutrition from your diet, though, you can always try winter supplements; the following are all available from us at The Finchley Clinic:

licorice-formula Licorice formula (adrenal maintenance) (60 capsules) – a botanical product designed to maintain healthy adrenal function, vital for a balanced immune system. optibac-probiotics-for-daily-immunity

OptiBac Probiotics (30 capsules) – an advanced formula of probiotics and antioxidants to support the body’s resistance to infection and promote a healthy immune system. aerobic-oxygen-60ml

Aerobic Oxygen (60ml) – users of this supplement claim it provides benefits in maintaining energy and the health of the immune system.

References

1. Eccles, R. ‘Acute Cooling of the Body Surface and the Common Cold*’. Cardiff University, United Kingdom: n.p., 2002.

2. ‘Flu Virus Fortified In Colder Weather’. National Institutes of HEALTH. National Institutes of Health (NIH), 2016 Mar 30.

3. Becker R. A., Zimmer C. and Eck A. ‘Scientists Finally Prove Why Cold Weather Makes You Sick’. PBS. NOVA Next, 2015 Jan 12.

4. Choices, NHS. ‘10 winter illnesses’. Department of Health. 2016 Sep 30.

5. ‘Common Colds: Protect Yourself and Others’. Centers for Disease Control, 2016 Feb 8.

6. Ikäheimo, T. M et al. ‘A Decrease in Temperature and Humidity Precedes Human Rhinovirus Infections in a Cold Climate’. Viruses 8.9 (2016): 244.

7. ‘Common Cold and Runny Nose’. Centers for Disease Control. 2016 Mar 16.

8. ‘Norovirus’. National Health Institute. Department of Health, 2016 Sep 30.

9. ‘Weather Related Arthritis Symptoms: Medical Fact or Fiction?’ N.p.: University of South Carolina School of Medicine, 2010.

10. ‘Cold Versus Flu’. Centers for Disease Control. 2016 Aug 11.

11. ‘Cover your cough’. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 2015 Aug 14

12. ‘How Flu Spreads’. Centers of Disease Control. 2013 Sep 12.

13. Mohanty P. et al. ‘Glucose Challenge Stimulates Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) Generation by Leucocytes’. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. 85.8 (2000): 2970–3.

14. Evans, P. and Halliwel B. ‘Micronutrients: Oxidant/antioxidant Status’. British Journal of Nutrition 85.S2 (2001): 67–74.

15. ‘Exercise and immunity’. Medline Plus. 2016 Nov 1.

16. ‘Seasonal Affective disorder’. Medline Plus. National Library of Medicine. 12

17. ‘Sleep and Immune Function’. Pflugers Archive 463.1 (2011): 121–137.

18. Besedovsky L., Lange T. and Born J. ‘Sleep and Immune Function’. 463.1 (2011): 121–137.

19. ‘When & How to Wash Your Hands’. Centers for Disease Control. 2015 Sep 4.

20. Noda T. et al. ‘Gargling for Oral Hygiene and the Development of Fever in Childhood: A Population Study in Japan’. Journal of epidemiology. 22.1 (2011): 45–9.

Lavender oil, Nutracool, Parfait Visage

The most essential oil? Protect your skin and alleviate anxiety with lavender oil

Think about it for a moment; with such a bewildering array of skincare and other wellbeing products on the market, wouldn’t it be great if there were just one naturally-occurring, health solution you could turn to? Well, this article isn’t suggesting there’s a single silver bullet out there, but in the shape of lavender oil, those seeking something for skincare and more may feel it’s well worth looking into.

In its pure form, lavender oil is a nectar derived from the distinctively-scented purple flowers of the lavender plant, the shrub that’s also referred to as English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), nowadays to be found throughout Europe, North America and Australia. Indeed, it’s no doubt because of the plant’s ubiquity that its oil has become recognised for a number of separate, significant health attributes.

Skin protection and complexion

Thanks to the antioxidant-rich polyphenols it contains, lavender oil can be applied to the skin to provide protection from harmful organisms and elements, thus enhancing the skin’s natural smoothness and complexion1. It also appears lavender oil has the potential to guard against conditions that commonly affect nails. Research suggests it may be capable of tackling nail fungus so well it can attack fungus cells at the cell membrane2.

Aromatherapy and haircare

Meanwhile, using lavender oil as part of aromatherapy treatment (the application of natural plant-derived oils to improve cognitive, psychological and physical wellbeing) may well do you good, as it might possess pain control attributes, as well as help with chronic pain when applied via foot massage3, 4. Moreover, lavender oil may also help sufferers of alopecia areata. There’s research to suggest that, should they use it every day to massage their scalp, it could prevent hair loss – indeed, it’s believed it may even promote hair growth2.

Anxiety, sleep and circulation

If you find life gets on top of you now and again, leaving you frazzled and anxious, then lavender oil may also prove something of a remedy – it’s been traditionally used to treat anxiety. Again, undergoing a massage with lavender oil (making use of almond or jojoba as a carrier oil) may prove just the ticket5. Furthermore, there’s evidence to suggest that in capsule form, lavender oil may aid sleep hygiene – inducing longer and better quality sleep5, 6. However, you may find merely dousing your bed’s pillow with a drop of essential lavender oil before bed does the trick just as well. And, away from relaxation, it’s also believed that, when applied in exercise and meditation routines, lavender oil may aid normal circulation, in addition to working to effectively balance cortisol (a major hormone released at times of stress)7, 8.

Lavender oil supplements

So, interested in trying out lavender oil for its health-promoting qualities? If so, you may be interested in the following lavender oil supplements, all available through The Finchley Clinic:

Parfait Visage – a 100% natural, organic product that aims to naturally restore skin to a fresh, radiant firmness; contains lavender oil, as well as aloe vera, Vitamins A, C and E and oils derived from chamomile, frankincense jasmine blue and hemp seeds.

nutracool

Nutracool – comprising seven essential oils (including lavender oil), aloe vera, metabolic MSM and capsaicin, it may provide relief from joint and hip discomfort, sore neck and feet and strained muscles.

lavendar-formula

Lavender Formula (60 capsules) – combines herbs traditionally relied on to help with stress and anxiety (such as lavender, peppermint, aniseed, chamomile and lemon balm); it may also aid regular, natural sleep.

References

1. Afaq F. and Katiyar S. K. ‘Polyphenols: skin photoprotection and inhibition of photocarcinogenesis’. Mini Rev Med Chem. 2011 Dec; 11(14): 1200-15.

2. Hay I. C. et al. ‘Randomized trial of aromatherapy. Successful treatment for alopecia areata’. Archives of Dermatology. 134 (11).

3. Kim J. T. et al. ‘Evaluation of Aromatherapy in Treating Postoperative Pain: Pilot Study’. Pain Practice. 6 (4).

4. Koulivand P. H. et al. ‘Lavender and the Nervous System’. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2013/681304/. 2013

5. ‘Lavender’.University of Maryland Medical Center. https://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/lavender. 2013

6. Kasper S. et al. ‘Efficacy of orally administered Silexan in patients with anxiety-related restlessness and disturbed sleep – A randomized, placebo-controlled trial’. European Neuropsychopharmacology. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26293583. 2015 Jul.

7. Shiina Y. et al. ‘Relaxation effects of lavender aromatherapy improve coronary flow velocity reserve in healthy men evaluated by transthoracic Doppler echocardiography’. International Journal of Cardiology. 129 (2).https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17689755. 2007 Aug.

8. Kim I. et al. ‘Essential Oil Inhalation on Blood Pressure and Salivary Cortisol Levels in Prehypertensive and Hypertensive Subjects’. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ecam/2012/984203/. 2012.

Aerobic O7, Aerobic Oxygen

Aerobic Oxygen vs Aerobic O7 for combating candida and increasing energy

Did you know that candida, fungi, and bacteria are killed by singlet oxygen?

Aerobic Oxygen and the rival brand Aerobic 07 are both liquid oxygen products composed of sodium chlorite as their main ingredient. That’s sodium chlorite, not sodium chloride (which is table salt). The chemical formula for this is NaClO2, and the “O2” bit is released when it reacts with our stomach acid.

So which one is better? If sales were anything to go by, we’d have to say Aerobic Oxygen must be the better product, as it far outsells Aerobic O7. But as always the truth is not as simple as that. First of all, we have been selling Aerobic Oxygen for vastly longer than Aerobic 07. Secondly it’s much better known in the UK. Thirdly we have put more time and money promoting Aerobic Oxygen over the years, so this has also given it an unfair advantage.

However even if one were to assume, perhaps rather simplistically, that the one that is the better seller must be the better product, if you go over to the United States it turns out that Aerobic O7 sales far outweigh Aerobic Oxygen. We sell both products at the same price (at the moment, we never promise that our prices won’t change), but you get more for your money with Aerobic O7 at 70ml per bottle than Aerobic Oxygen at 60ml.

Both products combat candida both directly (as they are anti-fungal) and indirectly by alkalizing the body which creates an environment which is hostile to its proliferation. As one customer who kindly wrote a review stated “I have been using the Aerobic Oxygen and Aerobic 07 for several months now for myself, as well as for several seriously ill people around me. This is really an amazing product. Not only does it help with boosting energy levels, which is crucial in many cases; it also helps greatly in increasing the PH level in water, which is crucial to our health in general and to XXXXXX patients  in particular (editorial note, we cannot make references to the particular illness mentioned here). Around 10 drops in an 8oz glass of water of either product will increase the PH level from around 7.0 to 9.5 and I have verified this with my own equipment. The alternative is a machine I have costing over £1500, and will generate the exact same results and so, short run requirements of raising the PH level in water can be done much cheaper using either of these products.”

As well as greatly increasing energy, and combating candida overgrowth, the oxygen products are anti microbial and anti viral generally. Use them regularly over Christmas and the New Year, and you are vastly less likely to end up with a cold or flu. Other problems which we get good feedback on for these products include respiratory problems. You can also use a couple of drops on your toothbrush to sterilise it after each time you brush your teeth, as well as add a drop or two onto your toothbrush as an anti bacterial when cleaning your teeth. We have a page comparing Aerobic Oxygen and Aerobic O7 in a bit more detail here, which we think can be useful. At the end of the day, I’m not convinced that one product is consistently better than the other one. However my experience has been that with all products, even when comparing very similar ones, individual results vary, and that now and again some individuals will find one works better for them, and others will find that another one works better. I’ll leave you with the following customer review to ponder. And don’t forget, you will receive 500 reward points for any review which you leave on our web site – for any product.

“Aerobic 07 gives me more energy and mental clarity. Also seems to keep my intestinal system moving. When I take it my body doesn’t feel so toxic. For example if I eat gluten it gives me terrible gas and bad breath. But I have found if I take 10 drops twice per day of aerobic oxygen, it has a great effect in settling things down a few hours later. I believe I have a chronic candida problem and have a lot of food intolerances. A lot of foods I avoid completely, but aerobic oxygen does enable me to tolerate some foods I otherwise cannot eat.”

Mark G. Lester

Director – The Finchley Clinic Ltd

www.thefinchleyclinic.com