I’ve been looking at HGH (human growth hormone) with curiosity for some time. I was skeptical about taking the plunge into using an HGH product. I am an ingredient reader and believe in trying products as long as I feel convinced that they are safe. As you may have guessed, I don’t use any drugs (prescription or over the counter) as I feel these are very dangerous when used chronically.

So I started my investigation and was intrigued with a few of the products I studied. I was looking for products that were homeopathic and safe. The first one I tried showed no noticeable difference. However, the latest one I have been using has had noticeable positive affects which I am happy to share with you.

On only day 3, I went for a run on the Grouse Grind in North Vancouver, British Columbia. It was my first time doing “The Grind” this year. Since keeping track in 2002, I have run the Grind 22 times. I only ran it once last year (in 49:30). For those of you unfamiliar with the Grind, it is a straight ascent with no breaks 853 meters up Grouse Mountain. Its distance of 2.8 kilometers is deceptive as it is a straight vertical climb to the top. It is a fabulous cardio workout which is akin to being on a stair climber at a very difficult setting.

In any case, I couldn’t remember what my previous times were, but I finished it on this day in 43:30. The interesting part to me was that it felt relatively easy. I didn’t feel tired at all. Sure enough, when I returned home and input the times in my computer, I discovered that this was the third fastest time I’ve had since 2002. But it doesn’t end there. When my 3 buddies and I got to the top, we ran down the backside on the old Grouse Mountain Highway Road and I just couldn’t stop running. I was in a zone and it felt like I could run forever. In the end, the total run took me 1:45:00 and I still felt refreshed afterwards.

I can only attribute this to the HGH product which I had started using 3 days prior, since it was the only thing I had changed in my routine.

The product I use is the top recommended product at an hgh review website I visited.

I sure hope my experience continues to be this positive.

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Our bodies we designed to be active, to move on a regular basis. It goes without saying then, that we should be getting a bare minimum of 30 minutes of physical activity each and every day. By physical activity, we mean movement of some type or other that will elevate our pulse and blood flow.

If you already incorporate an exercise routine into your day, great! If not, you had better start. All good health starts with exercise. Start by including small blocks of time. Add some movement to ordinary tasks you do throughout the day. You’ll burn more calories without even realizing it.

Do you watch TV every day? Do some exercises while watching your favorite shows. Stretch while either sitting or standing. What about some knee lifts? Some pushups and situps during the commercials maybe?

Have some weights? No? What about a bag of flour? Hold it out in front of you while sitting. Swivel from side to side, stretching your back muscles. Grab a rolling pin. Do some bicep curls.

The main thing is to be creative. Use items you already have around the home or office and have some fun thinking up new ways to exercise with them. You know the old addage: “Whistle while you work”? Have fun, stay active and live longer. You’ll be more relaxed, sleep better, be less stressed and be a nicer person to be around.red

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How many of you sit at a desk all day long? Are you constantly on the telephone, in front of a computer or processing paperwork? This is the result of the technological age we live in today.

Our bodies were designed for constant movement. How can you take advantage of your work while still getting the exercise you need? Here are some helpful tips on exercises you can perform at your desk:

• Replace your chair with an exercise (or balance) ball
• Every 30 minutes or so, stand up, walk around and stretch your muscles. This will get the blood flowing and also relieve the eye strain associated with working at a fixed focal point all day long.
• While sitting or standing, reach your hands above your head and stretch out tall, then bend from side to side and backwards and forwards.
• While sitting or standing, bend over forward and reach for your toes or the floor. Hold this position for 15 seconds and repeat several times. Do this a few times each day.
• Squeeze your rear end while pulling in your tummy. Hold for 15 seconds, then realx. Repeat several times. Do this a few times each day.
• While sitting, raise your legs parallel to the ground, pull your tummy in and hold for 10-15 seconds, rest and reapeat.
• While sitting or standing, roll your neck all the way around. Do this in both directions, then stretch your neck in various positions. Hold the stretches for several seconds. Repeat several times a day.
• If you can, find an empty room and do a few sit-ups and push-ups. Or do them right at your desk, if you can. Repeat during the day.
• While standing, repeatedly bring each knee up towards your chest while maintaining an erect vertical body position. Remember to pull your tummy back towards your spine. Exhale when exerting, inhale on the resting part of the exercise.
• Do deep knee bends
• Do deep knee lunges

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There must be a reason why bears hibernate in the winter. Winter can be tough on our bodies. We tend to pay less attention to our health for some reason and let ourselves go over the course of the cold winter months. But don’t let that keep you from looking after yourself. Here are some tips to help you stay healthier this winter.

1. Exercise. This is a must at all times. During the winter, we’re much more likely to cut back or cut out exercise altogether. Take time at least three to four times a week to get your heart rate up through some form of aerobic exercise. We tend to spend less time outdoors as the weather makes it more difficult to brave the elements. Go to the gym, play hockey or skate, ski or snowboard, or even just walk stairs at lunch.

2. Get more light. It gets dark much earlier in the evening and stays dark much later in the morning. Studies have shown that this can lead to mild to severe depression during the winter. One of the best ways to combat this is to get more sunlight. If you can’t take a vacation to warmer, brighter climates, sit in front of a high watt bulb (250w is good) for 10-20 minutes several times a day if possible.

3. Protect yourself from the cold. If you do need to venture outside, be sure to bundle up. Dress in several layers and always protect yourself with a coat, hat, gloves, and scarf. When coming back inside, allow yourself to warm slowly and wait a few minutes before you remove layers. Have a hearty soup in the evening and oatmeal in the morning to warm your innards. You will find several great recipes on this site.

4. Protect against carbon monoxide. Do you have a carbon monoxide monitor in the house? Be sure to have your fireplace cleaned and your heater checked by a professional (especially if it’s older). This will help protect you against carbon monoxide poisoning, which can make you sick or even kill you.

5. Cut the stress. Holidays can leave us burnt out and more susceptible to colds, flu, and other illnesses. Be sure to keep taking your daily vitamins and include Primorye in your regimen. It will help boost your immune system and relieve stress at the same time. Set some time aside each day for relaxing. Take a warm bath, read your favorite book, or take up yoga.

6. Control your portions. Many of us use eating as a way to combat seasonal depression and the temptation of holiday goodies can help us pack on unhealthy unwanted pounds. Control your portions. Eat a small snack before large meals and bring a healthy snack with you to work or school. Be sure to get some protein and fresh fruits and vegetables with every meal.

7. Visit a naturopath or homeopathic practitioner. Make sure everything is in order physically. The cold winter months provide an indoor breeding ground for the flu and other illnesses. Protect yourself.

8. Wash you hands. Diseases like colds and flu are much more prevalent in the winter because everyone stays inside where they’re more likely to pass around germs. Protect yourself by regularly washing your hands with a natural soap.

9. Everything in moderation. Whether you’re going out for a run, shoveling the driveway, or even going to the gym, don’t push yourself too hard physically. Exercise is good, but you don’t need to do it in excess. Too much activity stresses your body and can pose serious health risks.

10. Take your supplements. Be rigorous and disciplined about taking the big 3: Foundation Formula for overall health insurance & protection, Primorye® for stress relief and immune system support and Lifeshots™ for complete antioxidant protection.

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The common cold – did you know that it costs the economy billions of dollars in time lost each year? That’s right. Now, it may not be a life-threatening condition, but it makes people feel listless and takes time away from things we would otherwise like to do. It zaps our energy and affects our productivity.

The thing about the common cold is that a number of other ailments have the same symptoms. Most people today don’t use the term cold anymore. We say we have the flu. But the two are not the same. How do you know if you just have a cold? Here are some of the signs:

* Hacking cough with phlegm
* Sneezing
* Stuffed up nasal passages or runny nose
* Mild tiredness
* Maybe some chest discomfort
* Sore throat

Normally, you will not get a fever or headache or even feel chills. Colds come on more gradually and don’t have body aches associated with them like you get with the flu. Compared to flus, colds tend to last longer and can sometimes persist for quite a while. Sometimes a more chronic condition will lead to other sicknesses. So be careful of this.

How should you treat a cold? There is no “cure” that we know of, but there are products you can take to help shorten the duration of a cold and ease their symptoms. One option is to take zinc. There are a number of herbal teas as well as echinacea, chamomile, licorice and garlic, among others. Organic cough drops, homeopathic sprays and medicines can make you feel better until the cold passes.

The common cold is definitely a nuisance, although it usually is not a cause for great alarm. You may miss work, school, social events and some sporting events. Get plenty of rest, drink plenty of fluids, mildly exercise aerobically to build your immune system, take your vitamins, adaptogens and antioxidants to shorten its duration so you can get back to the things you enjoy most.

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