The Magnificent 7 anti-ageing herbs that help lower your risk of age-related diseases

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Click here to find out more The Magnificent 7 anti-ageing herbs that help lower your risk of age-related diseases like cancer, macular degeneration and dementia Dear Reader, Today's theme is about anti-ageing. . . . but just before I tell you about some great anti-ageing tips, I'd like you to have this complimentary special report 'New solutions for Beating Arthritis'. It's just to say an additional 'thank you' for continuing your membership of the Health Sciences Institute and for allowing us to send you this Daily Health newsletter. From time to time I'll be sending you additional FREE special reports on a range of health subjects. I hope you will find this report and all the future reports helpful in achieving optimum wellbeing. Please also feel free to circulate this to anyone who might find it useful. Click here to open the report as a PDF file And now, on with today's news. . . . More and more people are turning to anti-ageing creams and cosmetic surgery in their quest to look younger. But the fact remains that the best sort of anti- ageing therapy should focus on providing and supporting a healthy longevity. In other words, the issue is not so much about how old you look, but rather that you live a long and healthy life. To achieve this you should follow an anti-ageing programme that helps prevent the diseases most commonly associated with ageing such as macular degeneration, heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease. Here are 7 well-researched herbs that can help you live to a ripe old age and reduce your risk of developing an age-related ailment. Ginkgo biloba. The herb ginkgo biloba is well known for its ability to improve memory and concentration, especially in older people. Better still, recent researchers have found that Ginkgo can protect brain cells and enhance their survival too (Cell Mol Biol 2002; 48(6): 693-697; Cell Mol Biol 2002; 48(6): 613-623). In addition to its benefits in existing cases of Alzheimer's disease, which have already been established in a number of clinical trials, Ginkgo is also the No. 1 herbal candidate for preventing the disease (Arch Neurol 1998; 55(11): 1,409-1,415). Take 120mg of standardised ginkgo biloba extract a day. Bilberry. A common problem associated with ageing is vision loss. In particular, a condition known as macular degeneration is a major cause of blindness in older people. Research has shown that bilberry has beneficial effects on the micro- circulation of blood in the retina and can help to prevent its degeneration. When combined with Ginkgo, which has been shown on its own to reduce macular degeneration in clinical trials, this is a particularly powerful combination (Wien Med Wochenschr 2002; 152(15-16): 423-426). The recommended dosage is one to two capsules a day. Turmeric. Turmeric is commonly used as an ingredient in curries as a spice. Studies have shown that the phytochemicals in turmeric are powerful antioxidants that can help prevent cancer (Curr Pharm Des 2002) 8(19); 1695-1706). Researchers have also linked the reduced incidence of Alzheimer's in Indian villages – where just one per cent of those aged 65 and older contract the degenerative brain condition – with the regular intake of turmeric in the Indian diet (Neurosci 2001, 21: 8370-8377). The recommended dosage is 500mg of standardised turmeric extract once a day. Garlic. Heart disease is a major killer in the Western world. Clinical trials have shown that garlic can lower risk factors associated with the development of heart disease such as high cholesterol, high triglycerides and high blood pressure (Townsend Letter for Doctors & Patients 2002; 229/230: 46-48). Take 600mg a day. Korean or Chinese Ginseng. Ginseng is well-known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a longevity-promoting herb. Research has shown that it helps the body cope better with stress and also optimises the functioning of many bodily systems (Mills S, Bone K. Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 2000, pp 418-432). But recent studies out of Korea have added another significant development to our understanding of this highly prized herb. Studies there have shown that people who consume ginseng on a regular basis have a lower incidence of cancer. Take 500mg a day. Schisandra. Research has focused on the schisandra berry's value in improving liver function, especially the capacity of the liver to detoxify and remove foreign chemicals from the body (Townsend Letter for Doctors & Patients 2003;245: 108- 112). Exposure to such foreign chemicals is becoming an increasingly important issue as the use of pesticides, herbicides and synthetic food additives becomes more and more widespread. Just a hundred years ago, the demands on the liver to detoxify these agents were substantially lower than they are now. If these agents are not detoxified adequately, they can impair immune function and possibly even cause more harmful effects, such as increasing the likelihood of cancer. It is best to purchase a product that contains a standardised extract of Schisandra chinensis, in order to guarantee that you are receiving enough of the active ingredients. Because strengths can vary so much from product to product, please check individual product labels for details regarding dosage. Echinacea. The most potent part of the plant and most extensively studied is the root, which has been found to possess antibacterial and immune-boosting properties – helping to fight coughs, colds, viral infections, as well as upper respiratory tract and vaginal infections (Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2000,(2):CD000530; Hopfenmuller W., Arzneimittelforschung,1994:44 1005-13). Given that most of the degenerative diseases now have some link with immune function, the importance of maintaining a healthy immune system is more important for healthy longevity than ever before. Echinacea is taken three to four times a day, depending on the preparation – see individual product labels for dosage instructions. Feeling better, living better While none of these herbs can promise to smooth out your wrinkles or erase the grey from your hair, they can help your body keep functioning at peak performance. This means you'll feel better overall – and feeling better means living better, well into old age. And that's what I call anti-ageing. Yours, in good health, Rachael Linkie UK Editor Health Sciences Institute You are receiving this email because you have given us permission to contact you. Agora Health Ltd presents information and research which is believed to be reliable, but its accuracy cannot be guaranteed. All material in this email alert is provided for information only and may not be construed as medical advice or instruction. No action or inaction should be taken based solely on the contents of this email alert; instead readers should consult their family doctor and other qualified health professionals on any matter relating to their health and well-being. 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