This is a blog post that I had to write! Everyone is noticing this and for good reason. It is amazing!
Here is a picture of my spouse Don. This picture was from Sept. 5th 2020. Sorry for the corn post but I was trying to find a good picture to show his hair in the past and this one works 🙂
This was before in 2020 and these two below are right now… taken a few days ago in October of 2021.
Don’s hair is growing in thicker and his grey is reversing before our eyes!
What is his secret?
I am sure you are wondering, as is everyone who sees Don lately is …. what his secret is?
Just to give you a preamble, Don is a very healthy and active man and he takes cares of his health by taking supplements, working out, engaging his mind and body in positive activities, and feeding his mind with positive materials….
However, there is one little thing that he started doing that changed the game for his hair.
Now I am going to reveal the game changer! Celery Juice! I myself, have been drinking celery juice for quite some time now but Don was not inclined to do it until he read something to do with celery juice and building muscle so he started drinking it daily. Wow, were we surprised when we started to see his hair change right before our eyes!
We recently had our Thanksgiving dinner here in Canada two weekends ago, and everybody could see the difference without any need to compare pictures, especially as we had not seen one another in a long time. They could just see the difference!
Celery juice is amazing and I have written many posts about it in the past.
Now I would also like to mention that Don is a proponent also of taking his supplements on a daily basis and in an Isotonic form. We believe that the combination of the nutrients from both of these avenues contributes greatly to his overall health and well-being and his hair health!
Oh, and Don wanted me to mention that he reads books like “The Power of Your Subconcious Mind” a classic written by Joseph Murphy, on a daily basis and he believes that this is huge part of it too!
When the body and mind get the proper fuels (nutrients), they perform much better and nothing is impossible!
Hubby Had COVID too!
Last week I was doing some research on hair loss because I myself, had a very bad period recently of losing hair which was quite disturbing. I have clients who suffer greatly from hair loss and now I understand soooo much better! Luckily I have since been able to correct it and my hair is no longer coming out at all! Being on a cancer journey this makes me very happy because every change concerns us. I will write more in another blog post about what I did to correct my hair loss but about what I discovered in my research was that people who have had COVID can have hair loss! Don had the virus as did I in March so for this hair regrowth to happen is even more awesome!
I hope that you found this helpful and I am posting what I believe to be helpful links below. And please take advantage of my gift up for grabs 🙂
Free Sample – My Gift to YOU!
I am posting the links to my celery juice posts that explain how to make celery juice, etc. and also, if you would like a free sample of my Isotonix Daily Essentials packets, I would love to send you a 3-day sample! Watch this video by clicking on the picture and if you would like to try, just click on this after watching video:
No purchase necessary for a free sample but if you do purchase in the future I do make a commission.
Link to video for Isotonix Daily Essentials Packets
Hair Mineral Analysis can be done from anywhere and offers great clues to nutrient deficiencies or mineral imbalances that can affect hair loss, hair growth, and hair vitality.
I since have an amazing update. I am just thrilled!
While I was writing that blog post I drank this Turn Down supplement. I used warm water and it was so soothing and calming. I liked it so much that I made myself another one to sip on. So I ended up having two 8 oz servings.
It made be very relaxed and sleepy so when I finished writing my last blog post I went back to bed. It was around 6:15 am. And here is the awesome part….
I did not wake up at all until 11:15 am and when I did wake up I felt like I had slept for 10 years. I felt amazing. And it gets better. I am gonna get personal here. I went to the bathroom and had this amazing soft and gentle poop. I knew right that that not only did the Magnesium in this product soothe me and put me to sleep but it helped me to relax the colon and bowel and thus an amazing morning bowel movement!
It felt like Win-Win-Win I tell ya. I am still feeling amazing and couldn’t wait to share this product review here.
What did I take?
Isotonix Turn Down packetsIngredients in Isotonix Turn Down
There are fabulous ingredients in this supplement but I really want to point out the Magnesium, Calcium, Vitamin C, and L-Tryptophan among others! And I was pleasantly surprised to see 500 IU’s of Vitamin D3!
There has never been a better time than now to make sure that you are getting an adequate intake of Vitamin D.
Supports the body’s normal tissue and recovery repair process
Supports a healthy immune system
Supports healthy joint function
Promotes healthy blood circulation
May help support normal blood viscosity and blood platelet aggregation
Product Classifications
Gluten-Free – The finished product contains no detectable gluten (<10ppm gluten)
No Detectable GMOs – The finished product contains no detectable genetically-modified organisms
Vegan – The product is made without ingredients produced by or derived from animals
Isotonic-Capable Drinkable Supplements – Easy-to-swallow supplements in liquid form are immediately available to the body for absorption
Quality Standards – GMP Operations and Standardized Ingredients
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Why Choose Isotonix Bromelain?
Your body needs support on the inside and the outside. That’s why we’ve developed Isotonix Bromelain Plus: to help support your body, letting you take action to help your body face what life puts in front of you.* With its unique combination of bromelain, white willow bark and protease, Isotonix Bromelain Plus promotes your body’s immune system and inflammatory response, helping support the body’s normal ability to heal itself on a cellular and muscular level.* Inside our bodies, certain cells normally detected by the immune system “disguise” themselves from the immune system using a protein layering as a shield. Thanks to its unique formula, Isotonix Bromelain Plus helps support your body’s ability to engage in “cellular house cleaning,” breaking down that protein layer to support your immune system, offering superior cellular protection.*
Isotonix Bromelain Plus also works synergistically with the body’s own repair system, promoting the body’s normal healing process.* Isotonix Bromelain Plus also supports your body’s normal inflammatory response, and normal tissue recovery and repair. It also has the potential to support the body’s healthy inflammatory response, providing beneficial enzymes that help support your tissue health.* Most competitor products containing bromelain don’t match what you’ll find in Isotonix Bromelain Plus, nor do they contain the complementary ingredient white willow bark. In addition, Isotonix Bromelain Plus delivers these ingredients in an isotonic form, meaning you’re getting a fast-absorbing, superior delivered product that works quickly and effectively.* Support your body in facing what life puts in its way. Isotonix Bromelain Plus is for everybody, every day.*
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Isotonix Delivery System
Isotonix – the World’s Most Advanced Nutraceuticals Isotonic, which means “same pressure,” bears the same chemical resemblance of the body’s blood, plasma and tears. All fluids in the body have a certain concentration, referred to as osmotic pressure. The body’s common osmotic pressure, which is isotonic, allows a consistent maintenance of body tissues. In order for a substance to be absorbed and used in the body’s metabolism, it must be transported in an isotonic state.
Isotonix dietary supplements are delivered in an isotonic solution. This means that the body has less work to do in obtaining maximum absorption. The isotonic state of the suspension allows nutrients to pass directly into the small intestine and be rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream.With Isotonix products, little nutritive value is lost, making the absorption of nutrients highly efficient while delivering maximum results.Click image for larger view
Ingredients
Bromelain 544 mg Bromelain is a mixture of enzymes found in the stems of pineapples. It is distinct from the bromelain found in the pineapple fruit. Bromelain is used as a meat tenderizer in one application, but has other mechanisms that support various aspects of health.* As a mixture of proteases, bromelain has been used by Europeans for many years for its support of normal inflammatory response. Its components work to help support the body’s normal inflammatory response and support the healing process. This is important for healthy joint function and adequate tissue repair, which supports the body’s normal recovery process. Because these proteases can interfere with parts of the inflammatory cascade, supplementation may help to promote normal recovery after intense exercise.* Bromelain has been extensively studied, both in experimental models and clinical studies, for its effects on the inflammatory response. Research also shows that bromelain may help support healthy blood viscosity and blood platelet aggregation, promoting healthy circulation. It also supports normal levels of fibrin in the blood, which promotes normal healing.* Another study provided support of bromelain for promoting overall general well-being, along with support of comfort and physical function. There is also support for its role in promoting healthy cells. Bromelain also works to digest protein, but when taken on an empty stomach, it is not used as a digestive enzyme, but provides systemic effects throughout the body.*
White Willow Bark 100 mg White willow bark is the bark of the salix tree which is native to Europe and Asia. Its name comes from the color of the leaves, which are covered with white hairs. White willow bark has been traditionally used for many years, dating back as far as the ancient Egyptians who used it for its health properties.* Willow bark constituents include flavonoids, tannins and salicylates. The active constituent of willow bark is thought to be salicin. In the body, salicin is metabolized to salicyl alcohol and then to salicylic acid. White willow bark has been shown to support normal blood platelet aggregation and promote healthy blood flow.*
Protease 70 mg Proteases are proteolytic enzymes that work to break specific peptide bonds or break down a complete peptide to amino acids. Oral proteases taken on an empty stomach are absorbed and carried into the bloodstream where they work to help maintain healthy cellular proteins. As systemic enzymes, proteases support the body’s normal recovery process.* Combined with bromelain and white willow bark, the proteases help promote the body’s normal inflammatory process and support normal healing.*
FAQs
Who should take Isotonix Bromelain Plus? Isotonix Bromelain Plus is formulated for everyone, every day. Its unique combination of benefits – supporting the body’s normal ability to repair itself, promoting the body’s normal healing process, promoting optimal cell health and more – make it ideally suited for adults looking to keep their bodies healthy and to help support the body’s ability to deal with the wear and tear of everyday life.*
How do you take Isotonix Bromelain Plus? As the directions suggest, pour 3 level, white bottle capfuls of powder into a cup. Add 6 fl. oz./180 mL (line on the overcap indicates 2 fl. oz./60ml) of water and stir. As a dietary supplement, take once daily or as directed by your healthcare provider. Maximum absorption occurs when taken on an empty stomach. This product is isotonic only if the specified amounts of powder and water are used. Do not take with food.
Where does bromelain come from? Bromelain is found in every part of the pineapple, although it is most plentiful in the stem. Most commercially-grown pineapple is sliced, canned or juiced. The remains are rich with this substance, which is then extracted. Originally used as a meat tenderizer because of its ability to break down proteins, research now shows that powdered bromelain promotes health.*
How does bromelain work to support cell health? Some cells in the body “disguise” themselves from the immune system by using a protein layering as a shield. Protease enzymes like bromelain help support your immune system in detecting these cells. These enzymes help support your body’s ability to engage in a so-called “cellular house cleaning” important to the maintenance of cellular health.*
I am a very active individual. How does Isotonix Bromelain Plus support my body’s normal ability to repair and heal? Physical activities such as sports, jogging, weight training, aerobics, and martial arts can cause mechanical stress to connective tissues or the normal buildup of pro-oxidants. Isotonix Bromelain Plus is a concentrated blend of powerful protease enzymes designed to support a healthy inflammatory response, and the normal tissue and recovery repair process. This process promotes your body’s normal healing process and keep up your daily regimen.*
Should I take Isotonix Bromelain Plus with Isotonix Peak Performance Blend? Isotonix Bromelain Plus and Isotonix Peak performance Blend complement each other nicely. Isotonix Peak Performance Blend will help support your joint function and mobility, as well as the body’s normal repair and healing process.* Isotonix Bromelain Plus supports your healthy inflammatory response and normal healing and tissue and recovery repair process. In addition, it supports cellular health and your immune system, providing another layer of protection.*
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I am often asked the question, what type or kind of vitamins should I be taking on a daily basis?
There are several applicable answers but some of the most important are:
A good quality one
One that targets a broad spectrum
And the most important one is one that is easy to take so that you will take it 🙂
As a Natural Health Professional, I do have access to thousands of high quality supplements, but the one I am going to write about today is my favorite daily supplement of choice that answers the question of what to take on a daily basis. It’s easy to use, high quality and has the best delivery system to make the nutrients bio-available to the body! And please note, I will be offering a discount at the end of this post.
My product of choice is the Isotonix Daily Essentials Packets that come in easy to use packets. The isotonix formulation allows you to add this powder to water for a delightful daily dose of nutrients. The Isotonix delivery system is like no other!
These packets contain Isotonix OPC-3 known for its strong antioxidant properties due to the plant-based ingredients like Pycnogenol® and Grape Seed Extract. The second product is Isotonix Multivitamin to give you the full nutritional supplementation as this formula contains 100% or more of most of the essential vitamins and minerals we need to consume daily. Isotonix Advanced B-Complex gives you the boost of essential B-Vitamins to help with our overall health. Lastly, it contains Isotonix Calcium Plus which provides the body with an optimal blend of calcium, vitamin D3, magnesium and vitamin C in an efficient isotonic solution that is readily absorbed by the body for building and maintaining strong bones.
Product Benefits:
Convenient, easy-to-use packets that provide the nutrition you need on-the-go
Contains the top four essential supplements in one convenient serving
Packets are ideal to promote long-term health and optimal nutrition
Contains 100 percent or more of most of the recommended daily allowances (RDA) of vitamins and minerals
Contains key phytonutrients like Grape Seed, Red Wine, Pine Bark (Pycnogenol®) , Bilberry, and Citrus Extracts
Contains essential vitamins including 8 B-Vitamins, various minerals like Calcium and nutrients
Isotonix formulas are more effective than standard supplements for maximum and faster delivery of ingredients
Suitable for Vegetarians
Product is Gluten-Free and Tested NO Detectable GMO
Product Claims:
Helps to:
prevent vitamin and mineral deficiencies
maintain immune function
normal growth and development
maintain healthy skin
maintain eyesight, skin, membranes and immune function
form red blood cells and helps in their proper function
maintain proper muscle function
the body to metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins.
produce and repair connective tissue
Helps in:
the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums
the function of the thyroid gland
wound healing
the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus
the development and maintenance of night vision
An antioxidant for the maintenance of good health
Provides support for healthy glucose metabolism
This product contains Calcium. Calcium intake, when combined with sufficient vitamin D, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, may reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis.
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These packets are what I recommend to my clients who are looking for that daily dose to add to their wellness protocol. The daily cost of these packets is less than the price of a specialty coffee and has benefits that are tremendous.
If you have any questions about these packets or other supplements, please reach out to me. Also, if you would like a discount coupon code, let me know and it would be my pleasure to send one to you. Below is a link to get more detailed information on these science based nutrients.
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