Who do you believe? How do you tell fact from fiction? Here's what I do, and why (also known as doing my research so I can make informed decisions based on facts, and definitely not on media reports):
1. I look for the motives in what the media reports. For example, because pharmaceutical companies advertise with TV, magazines, etc., which brings in millions (billions?) of dollars for these media, would it make sense for them to tell you in the news that the drugs might be bad for you? How about vitamins and supplements that compete with drugs? Most stories will be negative about those because they compete with drugs. The drug studies they report tell you how amazing the drugs are. The facts are that prescription drugs kill over 100,000 a year (possibly much higher), plus probably millions of adverse events, and many times these side effects are worse than what you're taking the drug for. Vitamins - no deaths reported in the past few years. There were thousands of studies showing the benefits and safety of vitamin C. There was one negative study which contradicted all the positive studies and guess what? That was the one that made the news. (Note: Vitamin C has been extremely beneficial for me.)
2. Research, research, research (aka due diligence). Eliminate the variables - money, flawed studies (unfortunately, that's about 90% of them), etc. When the person reporting has little or no monetary gain to be made, or is not selling the product they are studying, it will more likely be an honest study.
3. I go to certain websites to start my research - mercola.com, HSIonline.com, www.orthomolecular.org, Life Extension Foundation, and others. If they provide links to CDC, VAERS, etc., I check those. It was in these two links I found that measles killed either zero or 4 people in the last 10 years, but the measles vaccine killed 108.
4. Beware of scare tactics. For example, about vaccinations - things to think about - if 90% of people get vaccinated, why would anyone worry if you didn't, unless the vaccine didn't always work, and if that's the case.... Keep in mind, if you do get vaccinated for measles, for several days after vaccination, you can pass the measles on. So someone who can't get the vaccine for medical reasons should not be exposed to a person who just got vaccinated for a period of several days. Also ask why vaccine makers are not liable if something should happen to the person vaccinated. You take all the risk, the drug company takes all the money and no risk. They have no liability for vaccinations. They don't have to worry about what might happen to you if they mess up. Why? Please go to this site for more information and the truth about the measles vaccine: National Vaccine Information Center, Informative article with 34 references and several other links where you can verify what is written. When you read this and then hear what the media reports, you'll understand why you should NEVER believe the media without reading the actual facts.
5. After I started taking supplements that they say don't work, my health improved dramatically. Of course, they'll say it's the "Placebo effect." Even if that was the case, I wouldn't care, but I know it's only that on occasion. In the Feb-Mar 2015 of AARP, there is an article written about heart disease, which says, "Don't take dietary supplements," written by a doctor, of course. He tells you to take drugs instead. Further he says, "There's no way to know what's in them....and there's little scientific evidence of any benefits." If you do your research, you'll find these statements are false, with a few exceptions (for fly by night off brand brands). He said to avoid coenzyme Q10, Vitamin E, and fish oil (all excellent supplements for heart support)! Must be because you might not need the drugs if you take those supplements. He mentioned a new drug called LCZ696 for heart disease (not yet approved). Before you decide on whether to take it, read this article about what it may do: LCZ696. About the coenzyme Q10 he said to avoid - read this article, also written by an M.D. - Co-enzyme Q10 (BTW, I've been taking it for over 10 years).
In the same magazine there are at least 6 full pages of drug ads. The doctor who wrote the article is on the AARP advisory board.
In my 20 years of working in and owning retail vitamins stores, I've talked with over 30,000 people. I can say without a doubt that vitamins and supplements work. They are not a replacement for a healthy diet, but a supplement to one, which I've talked about in other posts. One of the best sites you'll find about what a health diet consists of? Go to foodbabe.com. Or follow the diet of the Hunza (all natural, organic, fresh whole foods with no chemicals).
Is the Media Effective?
Unfortunately, too many believe what they see, read, or hear on TV, radio, magazines, etc. Since 1990, there have been 329 deaths, and 6,962 serious adverse events related to vaccines - go to link above for what some of those events have been.
Some other things I've read relating to vaccines - if you've been vaccinated for a particular disease, and then get the disease anyway, it may be worse than had you not been vaccinated. Getting a disease, such as measles, gives you life long immunity to that disease. Getting vaccinated does not. And some disease are worse (more dangerous) if you get them as an adult.
An example of Media Speak - Unvaccinated children put vaccinated children at great risk because vaccines work so well they make vaccinated children immune...unless there are unvaccinated children around in which case the unvaccinated children cause the vaccinated children to revert to unvaccinated status which is bad. And that's where measles comes from.
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Friday, February 20, 2015
Venice Beach Photos at the Paddle Tennis Courts
It's the weekend, so thought I would head out to the beach and shoot some photos. I ran into Paula, and knowing that I would only get good photos, because that's what happens with her, I shot a bunch. Normally I would be playing some sets, but injured my wrist, so shooting photos is the next best thing.
It's nice to be able to go out to the beach in February - certainly can't do that in the Northeast this Winter. It was in the low to mid 60's here and I was chilly, the cool breeze coming off the ocean. Can't imagine what it's like there, where I grew up. Of course, we have the drought out here in So Cal - just heard on the weather report that the land in So Cal has risen about 6mm (1/2 inch) because of all the loss of weight from being down trillions of gallons of water. Anyway, here are some of the photos:
It's nice to be able to go out to the beach in February - certainly can't do that in the Northeast this Winter. It was in the low to mid 60's here and I was chilly, the cool breeze coming off the ocean. Can't imagine what it's like there, where I grew up. Of course, we have the drought out here in So Cal - just heard on the weather report that the land in So Cal has risen about 6mm (1/2 inch) because of all the loss of weight from being down trillions of gallons of water. Anyway, here are some of the photos:
The Legend - Bill Brothers
This last photo is of Paula and me, taken by Denise
And this will be all for today. Hope you are all having a great weekend.
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Valentine's Day, 2015
Hope everyone who visits here is having, or has had, a happy Valentine's Day. Just because this day comes only once a year, what do you think you should do on all those other days? Here's an idea, sort of like what I do with ice-cream....What????? I only eat ice-cream on holidays, plus my birthday. So my idea is to do the same and treat all holidays like Valentine's Day, because once a year just isn't enough. Maybe even on some obscure holidays.
Because this day is also a good day to take photos of those you love, here are a few tips, mostly for photographing women, although can apply to guys, too. Don't face elbows straight at the camera. Show the fingers relaxed, and hands from a side view rather than the back of the hand. If you show hands in a fist, they may look amputated. Same if you crop photos at the joints. Want longer legs? Point the toes, which also give the calves nicer shape. Focus on the eyes.
It's always a good idea to write ideas down when you think of them, otherwise when you need them, you'll have forgotten. This just happened to me on this blog. I had a bunch of ideas for today's blog when I woke up, and thankfully remembered a few things, but not some others.
About health and love - I think each is as important as the other. This is why I feel each should be practiced every day. If you've followed this blog, you know that I promote health through diet, exercise, and supplements. Why? Well, here's one reason: Two days ago, I started to feel like some virus was trying to get me. Started with a scratchy throat. I started taking Cyclone Cider and Oil of Oregano every few hours, upped my vitamin C, plus took a supplement with a mushroom complex, golden seal, etc., and the virus never progressed, and is now almost gone. Growing up I never knew about these things, and when I felt as I just had, I would be sick for 1 - 2 weeks. Now I didn't even miss playing several games of paddle tennis.
Because this day is also a good day to take photos of those you love, here are a few tips, mostly for photographing women, although can apply to guys, too. Don't face elbows straight at the camera. Show the fingers relaxed, and hands from a side view rather than the back of the hand. If you show hands in a fist, they may look amputated. Same if you crop photos at the joints. Want longer legs? Point the toes, which also give the calves nicer shape. Focus on the eyes.
It's always a good idea to write ideas down when you think of them, otherwise when you need them, you'll have forgotten. This just happened to me on this blog. I had a bunch of ideas for today's blog when I woke up, and thankfully remembered a few things, but not some others.
About health and love - I think each is as important as the other. This is why I feel each should be practiced every day. If you've followed this blog, you know that I promote health through diet, exercise, and supplements. Why? Well, here's one reason: Two days ago, I started to feel like some virus was trying to get me. Started with a scratchy throat. I started taking Cyclone Cider and Oil of Oregano every few hours, upped my vitamin C, plus took a supplement with a mushroom complex, golden seal, etc., and the virus never progressed, and is now almost gone. Growing up I never knew about these things, and when I felt as I just had, I would be sick for 1 - 2 weeks. Now I didn't even miss playing several games of paddle tennis.
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Photography and Health - Part III
Health goes hand in hand with everything you do. For me, that's photography. To get the best images, I need to be at my best....and need need my subjects to be at their best, too. The benefit is that you'll not only get better photos, have more energy, and you'll be happier and enjoy life more.
In my last post, I talked about what has worked for me to get and stay healthy. And most likely something very similar will work for you. What I'm going to say in this post may shock you, but you can check any facts online if you think they are wrong.
FACT 1 - Properly prescribed prescription drugs kill over 100,000 people a year in the U.S. Because cause of death may be listed as something else (heart failure, kidney failure, liver failure, cancer, etc.), even though a drug was actually responsible, that number may be much higher. Imagine if terrorists killed that many people in the U.S. every year. The U.S. allows these companies to advertise these drugs on TV - only one of two countries to allow it (the other is New Zealand).
FACT 2 - Every prescription drug has a list of 70 - 75 or more side effects.
FACT 3 - The last 60 years of cancer research has not diminished cancer, other than what has been accomplished through less people smoking. In fact, other than stopping smoking, rates may be increasing.
How many times have you gone to your doctor and had your doctor tell you what changes you could make in your diet and lifestyle to prevent some malady? Or do they just tell you what drug to take?
FACT 4 - Doctors and pharmaceutical companies only make money if you are sick. If you and everyone else gets well, they've lost their customers. What do you think they will do? Think very carefully about this - it could literally be the difference between life and death, or between being well and being sick.
And finally, for this post, please click on this link to understand why most of what you're told by doctors and pharmaceutical companies is wrong - it may help you feel healthier and it literally may save your life: Lies, Damned Lies, and Medical Science - from the Atlantic magazine.. It's a long article (2 very loooooong pages) - but a definite must read.
Wish you all the best of health and happiness, and if you are getting photos done, hope they are better than you ever expected.
In my last post, I talked about what has worked for me to get and stay healthy. And most likely something very similar will work for you. What I'm going to say in this post may shock you, but you can check any facts online if you think they are wrong.
FACT 1 - Properly prescribed prescription drugs kill over 100,000 people a year in the U.S. Because cause of death may be listed as something else (heart failure, kidney failure, liver failure, cancer, etc.), even though a drug was actually responsible, that number may be much higher. Imagine if terrorists killed that many people in the U.S. every year. The U.S. allows these companies to advertise these drugs on TV - only one of two countries to allow it (the other is New Zealand).
FACT 2 - Every prescription drug has a list of 70 - 75 or more side effects.
FACT 3 - The last 60 years of cancer research has not diminished cancer, other than what has been accomplished through less people smoking. In fact, other than stopping smoking, rates may be increasing.
How many times have you gone to your doctor and had your doctor tell you what changes you could make in your diet and lifestyle to prevent some malady? Or do they just tell you what drug to take?
FACT 4 - Doctors and pharmaceutical companies only make money if you are sick. If you and everyone else gets well, they've lost their customers. What do you think they will do? Think very carefully about this - it could literally be the difference between life and death, or between being well and being sick.
And finally, for this post, please click on this link to understand why most of what you're told by doctors and pharmaceutical companies is wrong - it may help you feel healthier and it literally may save your life: Lies, Damned Lies, and Medical Science - from the Atlantic magazine.. It's a long article (2 very loooooong pages) - but a definite must read.
Wish you all the best of health and happiness, and if you are getting photos done, hope they are better than you ever expected.
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Beauty, Health, Fitness and Boudoir Photography
Summer is over (so is Autumn!), but if you're in the Southwest U.S., on many days it may not feel like it's over. The Bikini Contests have ended at Venice Beach's Muscle Beach for 2014. The contests were about beauty and fitness, but also about health. You cannot look your best if you are not feeling your best. You need to project that healthy energy. These girls were the winners of the Final Competition.
You can be healthy by eating a healthy diet, proper supplements, and exercise. There are more details about this in some of my other recent posts.
If you take care of yourself through a healthy diet, exercise, and have a healthy lifestyle, your outer (and inner) beauty will show. You will look absolutely fantastic. And if you have a photo shoot, it will make a huge difference in the results. But more importantly, it will make a huge difference in your life. I know from experience!
About Beauty and Photography - I share the same philosophy (pretty much, although there are some differences) and the love of beauty as some of my favorite photographers: Sue Bryce, Christa Meola (some nudity on her site), Jen Rozenbaum and Jasmine Star (a top wedding photographer).
One type of portrait photography - Boudoir Photography - has been gaining popularity in recent years - you may have seen it on the internet or read articles about this and wondered exactly what it was, and what the difference is between regular portraits, Glamour, Pin-Up, Beauty, Lingerie Photography, etc. Below are some definitions of these various forms:
Boudoir and Glamour: Also could be called Bedroom Photos, although not all are shot in the bedroom - it's just what you might wear in the bedroom. It can be similar to or interchangeable with Glamour Photography. You may be in anything from lingerie to beautiful gowns, revealing outfits, and nudity (implied, partial, or full - but tastefully done). These make great Valentine's Day gifts, as well as almost any other occasion. Will post more about this in the future.
Implied Nudity: This is where the person being photographed appears to be nude, but may not actually be nude. At any rate, everything is covered by other parts of the body, or by objects, and if clothing is worn, it may also be covered so as not to show certain parts of the body. It is suggestive but not revealing.
Lingerie: This is pretty self explanatory - the person is wearing lingerie or under garments, and usually the person is not nude. Can be see through, or almost see through, garments. It is used for glamour, boudoir, and fashion. Victoria's Secret catalogs are the best examples of this.
Pin-up: Usually glamour photography with retro looking make-up and clothing, like you might see on glamour calendars from the 1940s or 1950s. Below are some girls from a retro pinup motorcycle rally contest.
Hope you enjoy the photos and the article, and can start to see the relationship between good health and good photography and why one is so important to the other.
You can be healthy by eating a healthy diet, proper supplements, and exercise. There are more details about this in some of my other recent posts.
If you take care of yourself through a healthy diet, exercise, and have a healthy lifestyle, your outer (and inner) beauty will show. You will look absolutely fantastic. And if you have a photo shoot, it will make a huge difference in the results. But more importantly, it will make a huge difference in your life. I know from experience!
About Beauty and Photography - I share the same philosophy (pretty much, although there are some differences) and the love of beauty as some of my favorite photographers: Sue Bryce, Christa Meola (some nudity on her site), Jen Rozenbaum and Jasmine Star (a top wedding photographer).
One type of portrait photography - Boudoir Photography - has been gaining popularity in recent years - you may have seen it on the internet or read articles about this and wondered exactly what it was, and what the difference is between regular portraits, Glamour, Pin-Up, Beauty, Lingerie Photography, etc. Below are some definitions of these various forms:
Boudoir and Glamour: Also could be called Bedroom Photos, although not all are shot in the bedroom - it's just what you might wear in the bedroom. It can be similar to or interchangeable with Glamour Photography. You may be in anything from lingerie to beautiful gowns, revealing outfits, and nudity (implied, partial, or full - but tastefully done). These make great Valentine's Day gifts, as well as almost any other occasion. Will post more about this in the future.
Implied Nudity: This is where the person being photographed appears to be nude, but may not actually be nude. At any rate, everything is covered by other parts of the body, or by objects, and if clothing is worn, it may also be covered so as not to show certain parts of the body. It is suggestive but not revealing.
Lingerie: This is pretty self explanatory - the person is wearing lingerie or under garments, and usually the person is not nude. Can be see through, or almost see through, garments. It is used for glamour, boudoir, and fashion. Victoria's Secret catalogs are the best examples of this.
Pin-up: Usually glamour photography with retro looking make-up and clothing, like you might see on glamour calendars from the 1940s or 1950s. Below are some girls from a retro pinup motorcycle rally contest.
Hope you enjoy the photos and the article, and can start to see the relationship between good health and good photography and why one is so important to the other.
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
Tamiflu vs Sambucol (Black Elderberry) for the Flu
This post was supposed to be about photography; however, every time I turn on the TV, I see Tamiflu ads. Should you ask your doctor about Tamiflu? Or take it? You'll have to decide, but here are some links to help you with your decision:
The first one is to a Forbes article about Tamiflu:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/harlankrumholz/2013/01/08/the-myth-of-tamiflu-5-things-you-should-know/
The next two are about possible side effects (remember from recent posts about health that most, if not all, drugs have an average of 70 - 75 possible side effects):
http://www.rxlist.com/tamiflu-side-effects-drug-center.htm
There is a lot to read here as the list is rather long. Here is an easier to read list of side effects: http://www.drugs.com/sfx/tamiflu-side-effects.html
The cost of this drug is around $100 for a 5 day supply. It shortens the duration by 1 - 1.3 days. Not sure how long the side effects may last, or whether they may end up being worse than the flu.
What about Black Elderberry? Cost is around $10.00. Here is one link from WebMD:
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/tamiflu-side-effects.html
Notice the side effects - None for the juice extract, which is what Sambucol is.
And this is a must read from Dr. David Williams: http://www.drdavidwilliams.com/natural-cold-and-flu-treatments/
Bottom Line: If you value your health, do what I did - research all drugs before taking them, and research all possible alternatives. Also remember that prevention is a lot better than trying to get well once you've got something. And for that you need the best possible diet and the right supplements and lifestyle. See my earlier health related posts.
OK - those ads were driving me crazy and so had to talk about it. Next post will be about just photography and what to watch out for with hands and legs and stuff.
The first one is to a Forbes article about Tamiflu:
http://www.forbes.com/sites/harlankrumholz/2013/01/08/the-myth-of-tamiflu-5-things-you-should-know/
The next two are about possible side effects (remember from recent posts about health that most, if not all, drugs have an average of 70 - 75 possible side effects):
http://www.rxlist.com/tamiflu-side-effects-drug-center.htm
There is a lot to read here as the list is rather long. Here is an easier to read list of side effects: http://www.drugs.com/sfx/tamiflu-side-effects.html
The cost of this drug is around $100 for a 5 day supply. It shortens the duration by 1 - 1.3 days. Not sure how long the side effects may last, or whether they may end up being worse than the flu.
What about Black Elderberry? Cost is around $10.00. Here is one link from WebMD:
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/tamiflu-side-effects.html
Notice the side effects - None for the juice extract, which is what Sambucol is.
And this is a must read from Dr. David Williams: http://www.drdavidwilliams.com/natural-cold-and-flu-treatments/
Bottom Line: If you value your health, do what I did - research all drugs before taking them, and research all possible alternatives. Also remember that prevention is a lot better than trying to get well once you've got something. And for that you need the best possible diet and the right supplements and lifestyle. See my earlier health related posts.
OK - those ads were driving me crazy and so had to talk about it. Next post will be about just photography and what to watch out for with hands and legs and stuff.
Sunday, January 11, 2015
Photography and Health - Part II
This is a photography blog, but because health is related to all aspects of life and work, hobbies, enjoyment, and everything you do, occasionally I will post something of interest about health. I think it may have beec even more important during the Holidays.
Growing up, I got sick (colds, flu, bronchitis, stomach viruses, mumps, chicken pox, measles, and more) - I thought that was normal, as most others got sick, too. Then at age 25 or so, I got an ulcer (maybe I should say an ulcer got me). I was told to discontinue soft drinks, packaged meats, and bacon. The ulcer went away after changing that part of my diet. Five years later, I started getting constant stomach cramps, nausea, and bloating. I thought the ulcer was back. I had Kaiser at the time, so went in and had all kinds of unpleasant (an understatement) tests done. Diagnosis was "nervous stomach." I asked the doctor what I could do. He asked if I smoked, drank alcohol, or took drugs - my answer was no, so he said to stay out of stressful situations. That answer was no help. Keep in mind, I was also still getting sick regularly, too. Plus other health problems - which I still thought were normal.
My next step on the road to health: I knew a guy from the beach in Santa Barbara who looked like Mr. Health (and like he would be on the cover of a Greek Mythology book). I asked him what he did to stay so healthy. He told me to buy a book called Hunza Health Secrets for Long Life and Happiness by Renee Taylor, and follow the diet in the book. I did - which meant eating only whole foods, eliminating all junk food and sugar. Over a period of 6 months my nervous stomach (aka IBS) faded and then was gone. At the same time, I started getting sick only once a year. Also some other problems went away. Once when I was about 19, I went 6 months without getting sick, and I thought that was a miracle. But now it was once a year, and not as long lasting or as severe.
The photography connection: In a photography class I took at college, the professor said two things I have always remembered - 1. whatever you do, take it one step farther; 2. Eliminate the variables. So I started wondering what was the next step with my health. And I started studying nutrition and supplements. I started working in health food stores, opened my own store with a couple of partners, talked with over 30 thousand people during those years, and got feedback from many of them on things that worked for them. At the same time, I got my masters degree in holistic nutrition, and took all the courses for the doctors degree (didn't write the final thesis as I had accomplished what I wanted). And started taking supplements. Next was eliminating as many variables as possible - looking at all the food I buy and checking the labels to make sure there are no preservatives, sugars, chemicals, GMO's etc. Got a filter to remove fluoride from the water.
Thanks to the internet, I could now find answers to questions much faster. And also get newsletters with excellent information about diet, nutrition, toxins to avoid, etc.
The results of all of the above: I haven't been sick for over 6 years (except some stomach malady about 4 years ago - food poisoning? Something else? Never found out), and most of my other health problems are gone. No headaches, no allergies, no colds and flu, etc. Unfortunately, it won't get rid of hereditary problems (a slight tremor), but even that has not gotten worse in the last 20 years.
As far as supplements - I take several of these for specific problems plus a good multivitamin. Things for the immune system, joints, heart, brain, digestion, etc. Over the years I have found what works for me; however, each person is a little different, so what you need will probably be different than what I take.
The ones I take and feel are most important: A good multivitamin (NOT the cheap drugstore brands), vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Astaxanthin, Vitamin K2 MK7, Calcium and Magnesium, Co-enzyme Q10.
At least for the past 10 years I've had a smoothie for breakfast almost every day. It has a super all organic green mix in it that I put together (9 superfoods). And is mostly organic.
Growing up, I got sick (colds, flu, bronchitis, stomach viruses, mumps, chicken pox, measles, and more) - I thought that was normal, as most others got sick, too. Then at age 25 or so, I got an ulcer (maybe I should say an ulcer got me). I was told to discontinue soft drinks, packaged meats, and bacon. The ulcer went away after changing that part of my diet. Five years later, I started getting constant stomach cramps, nausea, and bloating. I thought the ulcer was back. I had Kaiser at the time, so went in and had all kinds of unpleasant (an understatement) tests done. Diagnosis was "nervous stomach." I asked the doctor what I could do. He asked if I smoked, drank alcohol, or took drugs - my answer was no, so he said to stay out of stressful situations. That answer was no help. Keep in mind, I was also still getting sick regularly, too. Plus other health problems - which I still thought were normal.
My next step on the road to health: I knew a guy from the beach in Santa Barbara who looked like Mr. Health (and like he would be on the cover of a Greek Mythology book). I asked him what he did to stay so healthy. He told me to buy a book called Hunza Health Secrets for Long Life and Happiness by Renee Taylor, and follow the diet in the book. I did - which meant eating only whole foods, eliminating all junk food and sugar. Over a period of 6 months my nervous stomach (aka IBS) faded and then was gone. At the same time, I started getting sick only once a year. Also some other problems went away. Once when I was about 19, I went 6 months without getting sick, and I thought that was a miracle. But now it was once a year, and not as long lasting or as severe.
The photography connection: In a photography class I took at college, the professor said two things I have always remembered - 1. whatever you do, take it one step farther; 2. Eliminate the variables. So I started wondering what was the next step with my health. And I started studying nutrition and supplements. I started working in health food stores, opened my own store with a couple of partners, talked with over 30 thousand people during those years, and got feedback from many of them on things that worked for them. At the same time, I got my masters degree in holistic nutrition, and took all the courses for the doctors degree (didn't write the final thesis as I had accomplished what I wanted). And started taking supplements. Next was eliminating as many variables as possible - looking at all the food I buy and checking the labels to make sure there are no preservatives, sugars, chemicals, GMO's etc. Got a filter to remove fluoride from the water.
Thanks to the internet, I could now find answers to questions much faster. And also get newsletters with excellent information about diet, nutrition, toxins to avoid, etc.
The results of all of the above: I haven't been sick for over 6 years (except some stomach malady about 4 years ago - food poisoning? Something else? Never found out), and most of my other health problems are gone. No headaches, no allergies, no colds and flu, etc. Unfortunately, it won't get rid of hereditary problems (a slight tremor), but even that has not gotten worse in the last 20 years.
As far as supplements - I take several of these for specific problems plus a good multivitamin. Things for the immune system, joints, heart, brain, digestion, etc. Over the years I have found what works for me; however, each person is a little different, so what you need will probably be different than what I take.
The ones I take and feel are most important: A good multivitamin (NOT the cheap drugstore brands), vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Astaxanthin, Vitamin K2 MK7, Calcium and Magnesium, Co-enzyme Q10.
At least for the past 10 years I've had a smoothie for breakfast almost every day. It has a super all organic green mix in it that I put together (9 superfoods). And is mostly organic.
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