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17Jul 2014

Age Better #48 – Want to Be Healthy…Then Trust Yourself!

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I got a message from a young woman who had written to me years ago after visiting my antiaging website and asking me for advice for a health problem she was having. She was told she had a thyroid problem but through her own research found out she was misdiagnosed!

She had been put on Omprazole, which is a “proton pump inhibitor” which decreases stomach acid. This can cause malabsorption of food, and she had to fight her doctor to get the tests that indicated that she had vitamin deficiencies.

She was on Omeprazoe for years, and she learned this drug should only be taken for several weeks. She was misdiagnosed and improperly prescribed medication. It was only  through her own research and efforts that she is now on the road to recovery.

It’s a sad state of affairs when you have to do your own medical research to make sure your doctors diagnosis and advice is valid, but in many cases that’s what it comes down to. Nobody has as much interest in your health as YOU do!

Don’t assume that you are incapable of understanding things about your health. That’s the biggest mistake you can make! This is how the pharmaceutical industry has become so powerful and abusive. You can and MUST take an active role in protecting your health!

Ordinary people don’t trust in their own intelligence and intuitive wisdom to take control of their own health decisions. It’s always about the newest wonder drug or prescription they see peddled on TV , and they mistakenly assume this is the way to be healthier.

There are a few prescription drugs that are actually helpful in the short term because they control symptoms and allow people to function on a day to day basis. However the vast majority of these drugs are both dangerous and unnecessary, and more and more practicing physicians are coming to the same conclusion.

If your doctor refuses to listen to your concerns or chastises you for trying to learn more about your body and how it functions, then it’s time to find another physician. A good doctor will welcome a patient that is actively engaged in their own health decisions!

The Internet can be a great place to find information, but of course you have to use your head and sort out the bad information from the good. There are a number of good websites where you can find accurate and up to date information. I will list a few of these below:

http://www.age-better.com

http://www.lef.org

http://www.charlespoliquin.com

http://www.pubmed.com

These are just a few sites that provide useful information about a range of health topics, but of course there are others out there. At some point I will be doing a review of online information sources that I will post a link to in this newsletter.

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I was about to say that fall is approaching, but in fact, it’s already here! Temperatures are dropping and it’s that time of year when people often get colds because they forget to dress warmly enough.

Yes I know about all the “scientific evidence” that supposedly disproves the idea that people “catch cold” because they don’t dress warmly enough, but my own personal experience seems to suggest otherwise.

The body is very sensitive to changes in it’s environment and this can have effects that you are not aware of. Take some time to evaluate your clothing going into fall and winter. Make sure you dress warmly and comfortably at all times.

Body heat is body energy…remember that! When you lose body heat you lose the energy your body needs for vital functions like your immune system and your hormonal system. Energy in the form of ATP is the “currency” of your day to day health. Preserve it!

Remember, ALWAYS dress warmly, preserve your precious energy for needed body functions, not warming the outside environment! The Earth has plenty of energy, it doesn’t need more from your body!

I can’t give a specific recommendation for thermal and cold weather wear because I am not an expert, but from what I have found online rial polypropylene is considered the best for outdoors.

Do some research on the web and get some good quality winter wear for both outside and inside. You will feel better and stay healthier!

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For people who are into musical theater, Steven Sondheim is a magical name! This is one of Sonheim’s best songs sung by none other than Bernadette Peters. She becomes emotionally overwhelmed during the performance.

I believe this is because some years ago she lost her husband in a helicopter accident. It almost seemed like the orchestra kind of marked time a bit to allow her to recover her composure and finish the song. This is truly a heartfelt performance.

Here’s the Youtube link to her touching performance of “Not a Day Goes By”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kMlQgyz834

For those of you who are Sondheim aficionados here’s the link to “Sondheim: A Celebration at Carnagie Hall”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5E9CwofuHTk
If you are a lover of musical theater you will relish this performance!  ENJOY!!!

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This newsletter is read by people all over the world, so if you have something that you would like me to share such as music from your country or culture with the other readers, please let me know.

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“We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves.”

Buddha

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“Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties.”

Helen Keller

29Jun 2014

Age Better #43 – Stop the MTHFR gene In It’s Tracks!

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There are things that remind you that time is passing and seemingly quicker than it used to. My niece just turned 23 and is a married mom of 2. I remember babysitting her one evening many years ago so her mom and dad could get a rare night out.

She was months old and pretty much cried all of the evening until her mom came home, and then she was perfectly content again. Now she she has a 4 year old and a months old infant son of her own to care for. It’s hard to believe those years passed so quickly.

Fortunately for me, I keep learning and discovering new things that I believe can retain the quality of our health and give us many more years of enjoyable life. I promised that in this newsletter I would share cutting edge stuff with you and here’s an interesting item I just discovered.

I think I talked about the MTHFR gene defect in one of my past newsletters. It’s pretty common in North Americans. About 55% of the population have some variant of this gene, and it can cause a lot of health problems.

The cheap and easy way to tell if you have this gene defect is to eat asparagus and note whether your urine has a strong odor after about an hour or so. If it does, then you have the gene defect.

The MTHFR gene is responsible for converting folic acid into a form that the human body can actually use called “Methylenetetrahydrofolate” This is known as the “reduced” or “methylated” form of folic acid.

Since your body cannot use ordinary folic acid, this gene must be working correctly in order to convert folic acid into the methylated form. What happens when the gene is defective?

Well…your risk for things like cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, stroke, depression, migraines, birth defects, miscarriage, mental illness, ect. Are greatly increased! Methylation is also how your body repairs your DNA (and protects you from cancer).

That’s the bad news!  The “good news” is that I have stumbled on a cheap nutritional supplement that can help anyone with this gene defect. That may sound like quite a claim, but it has a very sound basis in science.

Here are some abstracts from Pubmed:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22102928

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23212058

By using the “reduced” or “methylated” form of folic acid, you can bypass the problems these gene defect causes. This product is called “methylfolate.”  It’s probably made by a number of companies, but I like Jarrow Formulas for both quality and price.

I just picked up a bottle and do notice quite a difference, mainly the mental aspects of this gene problem being alleviated. I feel more relaxed, less tense and anxious. That is the outward sign that the product is working.

Now please understand that I am not claiming that this supplement cures or prevents any disease. I am only saying that since the MTHFR defect causes you not to be able to utilize folic acid, you can take a form of folic acid that your body CAN utilize.

You will be hearing more about this as time goes on, but right now I believe that “methylfolate” is one of THE most valuable nutritional supplements you can take. Here is a link to it on Amazon:

http://www.age-better.info/methylfolate

If you try this nutritional supplement, please let me know how it works for you. Dosage requirements would vary from person to person, but the rule of thumb I go by is to start with the smallest dose, and see how that works for you.

Start with one capsule (400 mcg) and you can take this 3-4 times per week or every other day. If you have the MTHFR gene defect, you should notice a feeling of calmness and well being.

You can tell if you have this defect by eating asparagus and noticing of yoiur urine has a strong odor afterward. If the odor is present, this is an indication that you have this gene defect, and would benefit by taking methyl donors like methylfolate, SAM-E, or trimethylglicine.

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Do you have a disease, or other medical condition that you or someone close to you is suffering from that you would like me to research and write about? Then please let me know. I can’t give medical advice because I am not a doctor.

But I CAN research things for you and look for the most cutting edge information on that topic and present it to you and everyone who reads this newsletter. Our knowledge is advancing rapidly, and I am here to report on the very latest on health, wellness, and anti-aging for everyone who reads “Age Better.”

So if you have questions, or comments, please share them with me. I love hearing from you!

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Call me infantile…BUT I ‘ve always been a comic book aficionado. I grew up reading Marvel Comics and to a lesser extent DC as well. With that said, it’s way cool to see the characters I read so many years ago, being recreated on the big screen.

Thor 2 “The Dark World” will be out in November, as will Captain America “The Winter Soldier.” Captain America is played by actor Chris Evans who grew up in Sudbury, Massachusetts, about 30 minutes from where I live.

I can’t wait for these films and will review them when they are out. “Agents of Shield” is coming to television in the fall, I believe the first episode will be September 24th.  Due to demand by fans, Agent Phil Coulson will be resurrected from the dead (he died in The Avengers). He plays “director Fury’s” right hand man.

This series should be great fun!

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This weeks musical clip is a Bruce Hornsby number called “White Wheeled Limousine”
that features one of my favorite guitarists Pat Metheny, who incidentally attended the Berklee School of Music in Boston (about 3 miles from my house!).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqNdp1SLC4g

There is also an excellent trumpet solo by John D’Earth as well. Hornsby’s piano meshes well with Matheny’s guitar, and I wish the clip did not end when it did, but it’s still a treat!

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This newsletter is read by people all over the world, so if you have something that you would like me to share such as music from your country or culture with the other readers, please let me know.

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“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”

Benjamin Franklin

20Jun 2013

Age Better #25 – When healthcare really isn’t healthy

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Age Better #25 – When healthcare really isn’t healthy

When I first started to write this newsletter, I vowed NOT to make it
political, but I do want to say some things about our healthcare system,
why I feel it’s going in the wrong direction, and what you can do to
protect YOUR health from the healthcare system.

The American healthcare system is based first on profit! Now there’s
nothing wrong with profit. We are a capitalist system, and the object of
any private business is to make money. But there are ethical and moral
standards that I believe should always apply.

Our healthcare system is based on treating symptoms of disease with
patented drugs, rather than identifying the causes of disease and
eliminating them. The government subsidizes junk food companies that make
the products that contribute to disease.

This is why I am always dubious of the idea that government can improve the
health of citizens, when in fact it promotes the very things that make us
unhealthy. The good news is that you don’t have to be a victim of the
medical system.

You can keep yourself out of the medical system, and safeguard your health
for many years to come, if you do these three things:

Get 15 minutes of vigorous exercise at least 3 times per week

Get 8 hours of sound sleep every night (preferably getting to bed before
midnight)

Keep sugar, high fructose corn syrup, and trans fats to an absolute minimum
in your diet

There is a fourth thing that you can add and that is “grounding” which
I talked about in an earlier newsletter. You can learn more about grounding
at the web-page on this link:

http://www.longevity-and-antiaging-secrets.com/body-grounding.html

Most health problems and chronic diseases have the same underlying cause,
and that’s inflammation. All the strategies I mentioned above will help
decrease inflammation and lead to better health. It’s not rocket science,
but lots of people still over-think it.

Don’t avoid or put off doing these things because you can’t do them
perfectly or you can’t ALWAYS do them. Nothing people do is perfect, but
just do the best you can, and you will be miles ahead of where most people
are!

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Vaccines are a big business these days and they are currently being
“pushed” on the public at every turn. This is because they are a huge
moneymaker for the drug industry, but there is very little evidence that
they actually protect your health.

Also, the US Supreme Court has rules that vaccine companies are immune from
lawsuits for any damages their vaccines cause to your health. So you have
no legal protections from these vaccines and their effects.

What protects you from disease is a strong immune system, but some of the
ingredients in these vaccines actually weaken the immune system which
leaves you vulnerable to diseases.

My late mother used to get “flu shots” every year, and every year she
got the flu. They never prevented the flu in her case because her immune
system was weak. She trusted the doctors who pushed the flu shot, but sadly
they were wrong and her trust was misplaced.

If you are being urged to get “vaccinated” push back on these medical
people and demand they show you real scientifically documented evidence
that the vaccine is safe and effective. My guess is that they will not be
able to because the evidence isn’t there.

This is especially true where vaccination of children is concerned. The
autism rate for children at one time was 1 in 10,000. Now it is 1 in 88,
and is actually more like 1 in 55 or so among males children.

Autism rates have pretty much paralleled the increase in vaccinations given
children, and while that’s not proof that autism is caused by vaccines, it
is a very suspicious “co-incidence!”

The bottom line is that you should be very cautious about ANYTHING a
medical person wants to inject into your body OR your child’s body. You are
ultimately responsible for your health and the health of your children.

For this reason you should always “do your research” on vaccines or any
other drug that doctors want to give you! Don’t let the “system” profit
at the expense of your health!

You can find more information about vaccination at this link:

http://www.nvic.org/

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On a lighter note, the new Iron Man film is coming out on May 3rd.
Interestingly, they are showing a different version in China, perhaps in
part because the “The Mandarin” (the villain in the film), is Chinese,
but is being played by British actor Ben Kingsly.

I love the sci-fi/techno aspects of the film, and of course Robert Downey
Jr. is perfect to play Tony Stark! I read the comics when I was a kid, and
it’s kind of exciting to be seeing these stories adapted to the big screen,
using modern special effects that make it all seem so real!

I will do a review on this film when it comes out and i’ve seen it, but it will
probably be the sci-fi hit of the year.

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This weeks musical clip is one of my very favorites, and has a special
meaning for me. This song called “Sweet Baby” by George Duke and
Stanley Clark came out in 1981. It was the year that I won the US nationals
in Powerlifting.

I had a hard training cycle for that contest and had to lose over 20 pounds
in a weeks time to make weight for the contest. When I arrived in Boise
Idaho for the championships this beautiful and upbeat song was the first
thing I heard playing as I rode in the limo to my hotel.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Vz-qArxJv0

It was a nice June Idaho evening, and all my fears and uncertainty about
the upcoming contest, just evaporated in the cool night air. I just knew
greats things would happen for me that weekend…and they did!

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This newsletter is read by people all over the world, so if you have
something that you would like me to share such as music from your country
or culture with the other readers, please let me know.

If it’s on Youtube or another online site that other people can access, I
will gladly share the link to it.

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What is life about? What is it’s meaning? Why are we here?

These two quotes taken together really tell us what life should be all
about. We were created to be happy, to elevate ourselves to a higher level
spiritually and emotionally. When we are happy and inspired, we do our best
work, even when the work is hard and difficult. When we strive to create,
and to make ourselves better we are living in the way we were intended.

“Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of
human existence” – Aristotle

“It is pleasing to God whenever thou rejoicest or laughest from the bottom
of thy heart.”  – Martin Luther

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20May 2013

Age Better #16 – Better sleep, more hair and my latest movie review

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Right now we seem to be experiencing a mid winter thaw here Is Boston. I
know it won't last, but I'll take it anyway. It feels good not to have the
normal winter chill in the air, and It's better sleeping weather as well.

Speaking of sleep, one thing that can keep you awake as you get older is
prostate issues.

The prostate tends to get larger as we get older. When that happens it
interrupts normal bladder function and that can have a negative effect on
the quality of sleep you get. 

What's interesting is that the same thing that helps the prostate also helps
fight baldness. It's called “saw palmetto extract.” It's not expensive at all, 
but you need to get the genuine article when buying saw palmetto.

Here is a page I wrote some time ago on this amazing substance:

http://www.longevity-and-antiaging-secrets.com/saw-palmetto-benefits.html

What it does is to prevent testosterone in your body from converting to DHT
which can aggravate the prostate and also cause male pattern baldness. This
supplement comes in small dark brown oval shaped gel caps.

It's always in 160 mg per gel cap strength (that's how you know you have
the real thing). You need 1-3 gel caps taken a couple of times per day with
meals. You will need to experiment with the dose to find what works best
for you.

What you should notice is the appearance of your hair improves and seems
thicker and more dense. As for prostate issues, it would be not having to
get up at night to go to the bathroom. That would tell you that it's
working.

Please understand that I don't promote this as a cure or remedy for these
issues. If you are on medication, I am NOT telling you to take saw palmetto
instead...

BUT...I can tell you that Proscar which is the prescription medicine for
prostate enlargement works by inhibiting DHT, and that saw palmetto will do
the same thing minus the side effects of the drug.

If you know anyone who is having prostate or hair loss issues, please tell
them about this. As always, I am available via email for questions about this
stuff, and yes...I do use it myself!

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I just wanted to say a word about purpose and motivation. It's easy to get
so wrapped up in day to day survival, that we are “living for the
weekend,” so to speak.  I like to kick back and relax too, but sometimes
find myself getting “too comfortable.”

Happiness comes when we move forward toward our goals and can tell that we
are making progress. Whether it's learning a new skill, solving a
longstanding problem, or having a totally new experience that gets you
really excited about life again.

Don't fall into the trap of just coasting through life. Find something that
gets you motivated to do more, to be more, and you will be on the path to
being fulfilled. It occurred to me that as human beings we are moved into
action by inspiration.

If we thought everything through to the last excruciating detail we would
likely never have the passion to move ahead, but we are set into motion by
ideas, by inspiration, and by the thoughts of what we could achieve if only
we commit to our goal. 

I haven't forgotten that this is an “anti-aging” newsletter, but think
about it, in order to hold the aging process at bay, we have to think
young, and strive to “stay in the game.” 
Here is a quote :

“We all have inner demons to fight, we call these demons, fear and hatred
and anger. If you do not conquer them then a life of one hundred years is a
tragedy. If you do, then a life of a single day can be a triumph.”

Yip Mann – Bruce Lee's teacher

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If you wonder why I review older movies, it's because the newer ones seem
to be lacking in substance. Seems like Hollywood is just pumping them out
to make money, and so many films are lacking in that quality that makes you
feel compelled to watch them.

Now that doesn't mean they can't be light entertainment IF it's done well!
With that, comes my latest recommendation for a more recent film in the
action adventure (superhero) genre. Yep...I'm talking about “The
Avengers.”

Josh Whedon has really pulled it off, combining Marvel's characters into
one huge feature film. If you love sci-fi and action, this is your film. It
is not darkly violent and disturbing like the Batman films.

If you love the superhero genre it will absolutely satisfy you. Great
performances from an ensemble cast, as Josh Whedon manages to develop each
character and mesh them into a team for this film.

I especially loved how Scarlett Johansen as Black Widow tricked Loki into
giving her the information she was after. Just when Loki thinks he that
because she is a woman, he has broken her down and intimidated her, she
completely fakes him out. That was brilliant!

If you grew up reading Marvel comics like I did, or just love action
adventure and sci-fi stuff, then rent “The Avengers,” you will
thoroughly enjoy it!

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25Apr 2013

Age Better Newsletter #13: A Positive Identity Crisis…

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Age Better Newsletter – Issue #13- January 10th, 2013
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Hi George,

Wouldn’t you know it, with issue #13 of the newsletter, it’s having an
“identity crisis.” But…..in a way that’s a GOOD thing! With 2013 upon us,
I wanted to revisit just what “Age Better” is all about.

It’s always hard for me to stay squarely on topic, because I have lots of
interests. This newsletter spans a number of topics, but I’m always
looking to tie them all into an overarching theme of …..”living better!”

I’ll admit that many of my ideas are well off the beaten track so to speak.
They are the result of the patterns I’ve observed and my effort to make
logical sense out of them.

I try and reduce everything to it’s simplest form when sharing them
with others. I believe that over time, they will prove to be correct, and you
will have had the benefit of knowing about these things well ahead of
everyone else!

So just to reiterate, “Age Better” will cover:

1) Anti-aging and Wellness

2) Personal Development and Motivation

3) Internet Marketing (making money online)

In order to be healthy and well, you need to be able to afford to eat
properly and use whatever nutritional supplements are needed. You also
need the motivation to do things like exercise and upgrade your nutrition.

Finally, whether you want to create a new lifestyle, including an easier way
to make a living, or just supplement the income from your regular job, you
can do that on the Internet, IF you know how to go about it.

I try to separate nonsense from real value, and share the best of what I
have learned, discovered, and experienced with you. I am always open to
suggestions you send me via email, so please….don’t hesitate to do so.

I will always listen and be as responsive as I can. If there are additional
topics you want me to cover let me know.

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Ok, last issue I mentioned winter cold and the stress it brings. The
reasons for this is this simple equation I shared with you last time:

heat loss=energy loss=lowered immunity from colds and flu!

When you lose body heat, you are literally “leaking” energy which you
need to power the critical systems of your body. This weakens your
immune system and sets you up for illness such as colds and flu.

Here is what I do, and what has kept me healthy thus far this winter. I
believe it will work just as well for you.

1) First dress very warmly both indoors and out.

2) Eat extra calories in the winter (protein, good fats, and carbs, but avoid
junk food)

3) Use herbal adaptogens like Rhodiola to manage stress.

http://www.longevity-and-antiaging-secrets.com/adaptogens.html

Adaptogens work by balancing your system. Exactly how they do this is
beyond my expertise to explain, but in my experience, they do it quite
effectively.

I reccomend one called “Rhodiola” or “Arctic Root.” It is used a lot in
Eastern Europe and was one of the reasons the old Soviet Union
dominated sports in the Olympics.

It will help fortify you against stress including thermal stress (winter cold).

Rhodiola also helps curb depression, and by this I don’t mean serious
clinical depression, but the kind of blues many of us tend to get in the
winter months when it’s cold and we get far less sunlight.

http://www.age-better.info/Rhodiola

200-400 milligrams per day in divided doses should be all you need. If you
are on any medications ALWAYS check with your doctor before using any
herbal supplement, to avoid problems.

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I have a book review for you, and I hesitated a bit with this one because
the guy who wrote it is a pretty intense character. In fact, I actually disliked
this guy before I read his book. His name is Bill Romanowski, and the book
is called:

”Romo… My Life on The Edge, Living Dreams and Slaying Dragons!”

“Romo” is the true story of an NFL football legend, what he went through
playing one of the roughest sports in the world and how he used nutrition,
exercise, and other performance enhancing strategies to improve his play
and lengthen his career.

He used some dangerous substances during his playing days, and please
understand I don’t condone those things, but I liked the fact that he was
honest about what he took and why, both good and bad.

I always assumed that Romanowski was a genetic freak that just naturally
excelled.  Boy…was I wrong. Turns out he was a very hard working guy,
who made himself into a great player mostly through sheer determination.

He was not big into anabolic steroids as you might think, although he did
use them, they were not a major part of his routine. He researched many
ways of healing and recovering from the brutal punishment of pro football.

This book is amazingly honest about his playing days, his fears, setbacks,
triumphs, and philosophy. To look at this man simply as an NFL assassin is
way too narrow a view.

He freely admits that made some serious mistakes and payed a heavy
price for them.

Yet, I found myself amazed at his resourcefulness, incredible work ethic,
and love for the game. He shares his personal life as well, and you see a
man trying hard to balance his football career and his role as devoted
husband and father.

“Romo” was light years ahead of the other players in the league when it
came to healing and recovery methods, and always freely shared what he
discovered with his teammates.

I have been delving into topics like nutrition, exercise, and performance
enhancement for years, but I still learned things from this book that
even I was not aware of.

Once I started I just couldn’t put the book down. If you like football, or even
if you don’t, I still think you will find that “Romo” is a great read. You will
learn about Bill Romanowski the human being as well as one of footballs
most enduring warriors.

Do yourself a favor and read “Romo.” you will be glad you did!

http://www.age-better.info/Romo

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Once again, thank you for listening. There will be another newsletter
heading your way next Thursday, so look for it in your in-box, and please
don’t hesitate to write with your questions or comments.

You can reach me at:  george362@comcast.net

Yours in health,

George Parigian Jr.
Age Better Newsletter

29Jan 2013

Age Better Newsletter #10 – Two New Weapons to Fight Winter Colds and Infections

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Age Better Newsletter – Issue #10 – December 20th, 2012

Published by George Parigian Jr.  for Opted-in Subscribers

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Hi,

This holiday season has really been dampened by the terrible tragedy that unfolded in Connecticut. I can’t fathom somebody doing such terrible things to innocent children. The only consolation is that we will be determined find a way to prevent these things from happening in the future! My heart goes out to the families of the children and teachers.

Yet there is still so much good in the world, and there are people everywhere who act with kindness and compassion toward others. A recent phone conversation with my sister confirmed this fact.

She told me that my nephew Andrew, who is a police office was going on a trip to Virginia, and when I asked why, she told me that he and a group of officers from Massachusetts were going to visit a young boy with terminal brain cancer.

http://bostinno.com/2012/12/19/cards-for-nathan-burlington-police-deliver-cards/

This youngster had dreamed of becoming a police officer when he grew up, and sadly he will not likely get that chance. His wish was to be visited by police officers and they are going down there to comfort and honor him.

They will make him an honorary police officer, give him a badge with his name on it, and present the family with donations they have collected. I have never been prouder of my nephew, who has matured into a caring and compassionate man.

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I have a couple of suggestions for protecting yourself from colds and flu during the winter months. I use these items myself as needed. All these things are natural, safe, and I have found them very effective.

Liposomal vitamin-c:  This is vitamin-c bound to a fat molecule (hence the name liposomal) which makes it much more bio-available to your body and easily absorbed. It’s supposed to be as effective as inter-venous vitamin-c, which is pretty darn impressive.

It is currently being researched as a potential form of treatment for cancer and has shown some impressive results by enhancing immunityand detoxifying cells.

The link below is to a PubMed reference to the study:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21845505

The smaller the liposomes (particles of encapsulated vitamin-c) the better absorbed they are. The “lipid” used should be phosphatidylcholine.

This is the source that I use:

http://www.healthyitems.com/Liposomals-s/41.htm

As safe as vitamin-c is, there are certain people who should not use vitamin-c supplements unless they get their doctor’s ok.

People with hemochromatosis which is a condition where iron builds up in their bodies People G6PD syndrome, which is an enzyme deficiency People with kidney problems or those getting dialysis treatments People on blood thinners like Coumadin or Warfarin

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The second item I use mostly on infections is colloidal silver. Again this works very well because bacteria can’t become resistant to it. You can find it in most health food stores and for more info check out my web page on it.

http://www.longevity-and-antiaging-secrets.com/liquid-colloidal-silver.html

I have used this on some intense infections and it always works quickly and completely. The only side effect I have noticed is a slight bit of constipation, which depends on the dosage and how long I use it.

With that said, I would caution that you always see a doctor for anything above a slight infection, as they can be dangerous. No product I recommend is meant to substitute for proper medical treatment. Rather they can be helpful for minor things, and also for more serious things when used in addition to standard medical treatment.

So….bottom line, if you are really sick, don’t just self medicate, always see a doctor to be on the safe side!

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Ok, here comes another movie review, and if you are wondering why I talk about older films, it’s because they made a strong and positive impression on me. These types of movies engage you on an emotional level which I think is the key to a great film.

I’m not saying that there aren’t any current movies that are good, but it seems (in my hallowed opinion -:D). Hollywood is cranking out a lot of films without real substance these days, in that they don’t connect with the audience on an emotional level.

With that said, I recommend you check out “Antwon Fisher.”  The movie stars Derek Luke in the title role, Denzel Washington as the psychiatrist, and Joy Bryant as Fisher’s supportive girlfriend.

The screenplay was written by the real Antwon Fisher, and based on his book “Finding Fish.” In the film Antwon who was given up for adoption by his drug dependent mother endures physical, sexual, and verbal abuse while in foster care.

His anger problems while in the navy bring him to the attention of a caring psychiatrist played wonderfully by Denzel Washington. In the film Antwon must overcome his inner rage, and with the help of his girlfriend seeks and is reunited with his extended family.

This Youtube clip is a wonderful synopsis:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=fvwp&v=55NgzyLGTt0&NR=1

The scene where he meets his extended family for the first time is quite an emotional moment and will have you reaching for the Kleenex once again. Fine performances all around by the actors in this film, which is also Denzel Washington’s directorial debut.

It got 4.5 stars on Amazon over 147 reviews. Definitely worth watching!

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Since this newsletter IS about antiaging, I will be delving into that topic more intensely in the new year, and evaluating some products that actually DO have the ability to slow or even reverse SOME aspects of aging.

Remember that antiaging is not about being immortal or living hundreds of years, it’s really being proactive about your health, so you can enjoy your life and loved ones fully for many years to come. That’s what it’s all about, and YES it is very possible to do this!

I will be sharing some outstanding items with you in the weeks and months ahead, so stay with me.

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I will leave you with a favorite quote of a good friend that is originally attributed to Theodore Parker, but also used by Martin Luther King.

“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.”

Thanks for reading, and there will be another newsletter heading your

way next Thursday. Look for it in your in-box, and please don’t hesitate to

write with your questions or comments.

You can reach me at:  george362@comcast.net

Yours in health,

George Parigian Jr.

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20Dec 2012

Age Better Newsletter #9: George, Are we really going over the cliff?

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Is it my imagination or are we getting hammered by more and more dire predictions
of doom than ever before? The fiscal cliff, the Mayan prophecy, peak oil, global
warming, earthquakes, hurricanes, etc. The media seems determined to convince
us that we are about to “fall off the cliff” so to speak.

Hey, I’m not saying we don’t have a lot of problems, but that the media tends to
focus on the negative, and that makes everything seem much worse. So with that
said, let me share a few tidbits of positive and uplifting news with you.

The EIA (Energy Information Administration) is projecting that the US will produce
more energy than we need through the year 2040 (the next 28 years!)

The knowledge doubling rate for science is now 18 months, which means every 18
months we as a society increase our net knowledge by 100%, and this rate is STILL
INCREASING!

In the very near future we will have solar cells that we can paint on our roofs, cars
will run on non polluting natural gas, we will be able to get a college eduction over
the Internet, and miniature robots will effectively repair our bodies from the inside.

To be sure, w have some serious problems to deal with, but every day our ability to
solve these problems gets better with the development of new technologies. I
believe our best days are still ahead of us, if we move forward with confidence not
fear!

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Do you know anyone who is interested in health and loves to read? If so, you might
want to get them a copy of this book: “The Four Hour Body,” by Tim Ferris. I know it
sounds gimmicky, but in reality this is an excellent book!

I have been into nutrition and exercise for a very long time, and I can tell right off
the bat if an author knows what he or she is talking about when they write about
these topics.

Tim Ferris absolutely nails it!

The book is a big one (it could probably stop a bullet), but it’s not a book you read
from cover to cover. You will go directly to the sections that specifically interest
you and pick out what is relevant and useful to you.

There are chapters on:

losing fat

gaining muscle

improving your sex life

getting better sleep

healing injuries

getting stronger

running farther and faster

swimming better

living a longer and better life

There is also bonus material on body fat reduction, heavy metal detox, and the use
of “nootropics” which are substances that improve memory, creativity, and focus!

The book is VERY well researched with Tim Ferris becoming the guinea pig for his
own performance experiments. There are also many valuable online references
included where you can do further research into these topics.

It’s been a long time since I have seen anything this complete and well researched
for the money, and it covers so many subtopics of exercise, nutrition, and health,
that there’s bound to be something useful and interesting for every reader.

Here is my Amazon link: http://www.age-better.info/Four-Hour-Body

This book received 4.4 stars over 1,800 customer reviews!

At $17.00 (new hardcover) on Amazon, you would be hard put to find a better buy
for your money than “The Four Hour Body!”

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For those of you who live in cold climates, this time of year is a challenge. Although
I can’t prove it, I believe that one of the reasons why winter is cold and flu season is
that we lose vital energy due to the cold temperatures both indoor and out.

Your body burns calories and uses up energy keeping you warm in the winter, and
this takes energy away from other things like your immune system. I think this is
one of the reasons why you seem to get more colds in the winter.

I recommend that you dress VERY warmly in wintertime, even indoors, so that you
don’t lose heat and thus spare the energy your body needs for vital functions like
maintaining your immune system.

There are new lightweight thermal insulating fabrics that you can wear indoors as
well as out of doors. Keep this in mind and dress warmly wherever you are. You will
feel much better through the winter and keep colds at bay.

I do this all winter and it makes quite a difference in my energy levels, and ability to
stay healthy. I haven’t had the flu in over ten years, and of course I do not get flu
shots. You can find “thermals” online at Amazon, LL Beans, Land’s End, Eddie Bauer,
etc.

For outdoor protection in more extreme cold, do what the US military does and use
100% polypropylene. This fabric retains more body heat than any other fabric in
use! You can find it on the web by typing “military thermals” into the Google Search.

You can also check out this site: http://militarythermals.com which I have no
affiliation with. It’s just one of the first ones that come up in search.

I use thermals on both upper and lower body. They are also relatively cheap, and
you will find that you stay a lot more comfortable during the winter months.
Remember, that when you lose body heat you lose energy and when you lose
energy you lose your health!

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Inspiration can come in many forms, from seeing someone achieve great success,
or having someone that you respect describe the difficulties they had to overcome
to be successful. My dad used to tell me the following:

“Whatever you do, make a decision. Don’t fail to act because you are afraid to be
wrong or make a mistake. Never be afraid to try!”

I think we tend to look at others who are very successful and think they must be
better than we are. Perhaps some are, but I think in many cases, the difference
between them and the average person is that they were not afraid of failure, or
making mistakes.

If there is something you want to try, just go for it. Don’t ever let the fear of failure
stop you from doing what you really want to do. You are more talented and
competent than you know!

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In the next newsletter I will talk about what I feel is the best form of vitamin-c for
warding off colds and keeping healthy during the winter months. I will also have a
movie review for you, so look for the next issue of “Age Better” in your in box.

I welcome your questions and comments, and you can reach me at:
george362@comcast.net

Thank you for reading.

Yours in Health,

George Parigian Jr.

Age Better Newsletter

 

03Dec 2012

Age Better Newsletter #7 – The Best Product on the Planet for Under Forty Dollars

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Age Better Newsletter #7:  The Best Product on the Planet for Under
Forty Dollars…

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Age Better Newsletter – Issue #7 – November 30th, 2012
Published by George Parigian Jr. for Opted-in Subscribers
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Hello again,

I trust everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving and survived
Black Friday! Personally I avoid the rush and shop during off hours, but to
each his own.  I have a couple of product recommendations for you.

First I want to remind you that there is a way you can neutralize those
cravings for sweets that surface during the holidays. I think lots of people
avoid making the commitment to eat healthier because they think it means
giving up everything they enjoy eating.

Not true….. In reality, when you can undercut the “cravings” for certain
foods, you regain control over what you put in your mouth and can begin
to get a handle on your weight issues.

You can still have and enjoy those delicious foods and deserts, but you
won’t “crave,” them. That is, you won’t be a slave to sweets, and will be
able to enjoy your them from time to time without binging on them, or
feeling compelled to eat them.

For instance, I LOVE cheesecake! However I probably only eat it once a
year. I thoroughly enjoy it when I do eat it, but I don’t crave it, and don’t
miss it during the year. It tastes just as good to me as it ever did, but I
don’t HAVE to have it, if that makes sense.

One trick I will share with you is to use an amino acid called “glutamine,”
to trick your body into thinking it’s getting sugar. You can find glutamine in
any health food store and lots of online vitamin websites.

Take a tablespoon of glutamine mixed in about 4 ounces of water. That
should do the trick. It has a mildly sweet taste, but it otherwise bland. It
should definitely help you lessen those sweet cravings and allow you to
keep sugar consumption to a minimum.

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Ok, now for the recommendation I promised you. Maybe I exaggerated a
bit, but this product IS probably the best money I ever spent for a kitchen
item. It’s a the Oster Electronic Vegetable Steamer. A great product for
short money!

I like to steam my vegetables. It’s an easy and convenient way to cook
them and still keep the nutritional value in them. Since I do all my own
cooking, I want something fast and easy.

Here are the steps with this device:

1) Fill with water
2) Put vegetables in the container
3) set the timer
4) Push the button

That it! The unit steams the veggies and beeps when they are done! I
have been using this thing for over 5 years, pretty much EVERY DAY, and
it has worked flawlessly every time!

It even beeps to warn you if you forget to put the water in.
(It won’t start without water) and yes…I HAVE forgotten the water once or
twice.

It was worth every penny I paid, and it makes preparing meals so much
easier.

Here is the Amazon link: http://amzn.to/10XZpPP

It would make a great Christmas gift for anyone who enjoys cooking, or
actually even for those who don’t, as the convenience factor is huge here.
Check it out on Amazon. I know it’s one purchase you will definitely be
glad you made.

I did a review of this product on my website. You can read it here:

http://www.longevity-and-antiaging-secrets.com/electric-vegetable-steamer.html

Please do let me know how you like it!

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I have a movie suggestion to share with you now. Being a romantic at
heart, I love movies that pull you into the storyline emotionally.
“First Knight,” starring Sean Connery Richard Gere, and Julia Ormand is
just such a film.

I watched it again recently and enjoyed it every bit as much as the first
time. This is a variation of the story of “Camelot.” This tale known and
loved over the ages, has all the elements of a classic story of love,
tragedy, betrayal and forgiveness.

It is as timeless as the day it was written and “First Knight” is in my mind
the best rendering of this story and the most enjoyable. Great
performances by Connery (who was born to play Arthur).

Julia Ormand is wonderful as Guinevere, Richard Gere is equally so as
Lancelot, and Ben Cross is convincingly evil as the rouge knight
“Prince Malagant.”

It tells the story of a woman (Guinevere), in love with two men
(Arthur and Lancelot) though in different ways. Torn by her feelings, she
struggles to remain true to her vows to Arthur, as the kingdom is
threatened by a rouge army led by the evil Malagant.

The sword fight between the evil knight Malagant and Lancelot
(played by Gere) is a stunner. It is perhaps the most electrifying sword
fight on film (my opinion).

The sword fighting scenes while nor particularly gory are perhaps a bit
rough for younger viewers, so use your discretion.

Here is a clip from the film:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofb_xRG8k3E

Do yourself a favor during the holidays….rent “First Knight” and enjoy it
with family and friends. I know you won’t be disappointed! Just remember
to keep the Kleenex handy…you are going to need it! _:)

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In the next newsletter I will have a suggestion for those of you who are
looking to create a little extra income to help pay the bills or just to be
able to afford the little extras like taking a trip, or buying something you
have wanted for some time.

Although this newsletter is about “anti-aging” please understand that we
are talking about a lifestyle change, not just popping a pill here and there.
“Aging Better” is about desiring and planning for better health AND better
quality of life in all areas.

To the best of my ability I will share what I know and what I have discover
with all of you! Health and success are the most satisfying when you can
share them with others!

I will leave you now with a quote by Eleanor Roosevelt:

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

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Thanks for reading “Age Better.” Look for the upcoming issue of the
newsletter next Friday!

Your in Health,

George

02Dec 2012

Welcome to My Newsletter – Age Better

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Hi, my name is George Parigian Jr. and this is my very first issue of the
Age Better Newsletter.

What’s “Age Better?” This is my online journal in which I will share my
adventures, opinions, and discoveries!

I am a 57 year old personal trainer and former national champion in
Powerlifting. Like you, I’m searching for ways to live longer, healthier,
and happier and as I find them, I will pass them along to you.

I’d like to invite you, through the pages of this newsletter, to share with me
the adventure which is life. I have lots to show you! I will delve into some
pretty exotic subjects, but always with the intention of providing information
which will be of value to you.

Hey…I don’t claim to be a genius or some kind of guru. I am only human
(much as I hate to admit it) like everyone else, and have many of the same
problems that you do. However I really believe there are fixes out there
for some of the things that many people think can’t be fixed, and I love
researching and finding solutions to these problems.

My ultimate goal is to understand why we age and actually be able to stop
or reverse this process. Is this a delusion or fantasy on my part? No….we
are learning more every day, and so much of what used to be a mystery is
now becoming clearer. I will have some interesting information for you
going forward that will very likely surprise you.

Over the years I’ve learned that it’s important to listen not just talk,
because you never know when someone may give you an insight into
something important that you hadn’t thought of yourself. It’s happened to
me many times! I will be honest with you at all times.

When I know something for a fact, I will say so. When I am not sure, I will
admit that too. The beginning of knowledge is admitting that you don’t
know something, and understanding that you should never be
embarrassed to ask questions. It’s through asking questions that we learn.

I will be sharing with you the results of over 25 years of searching for
ways to promote better health and longevity. I will also delve into the
subjects of personal development and Internet marketing as well. In the
new millennium we will all have to adjust our thinking and efforts to find
new ways to prosper.

The Internet provides many new and expanding opportunities to make
money and live life on our own terms. As I learn and master new skills and
acquire new knowledge, I will share it with you through the pages of this
newsletter.

I hope to pass on as much value as I possibly can.

I will be mentioning various products and services to you over time. Some
of these products will be ones that I have an affiliate relationship with
(meaning that I earn a commission when someone buys them), and some
will not.

Any product I recommend will be something I have purchased and tried
myself so that I can make a fair and accurate review of it’s good points
and bad points.

I promise that I will never promote ANYTHING unless I feel that it is a
good value for the money. My credibility (and your trust) is important to
me and I will never compromise that. I will NOT barrage you with a
constant stream of product offers and promotions.

I will only present things that will help you solve problems and live better.
Also please note that your email information will NEVER be shared with a
third party. I value your trust and will ensure your privacy!

Lastly, I need your help! Yes….your feedback, criticism (please make it
constructive), and questions are all welcome. Please remember that I am
but one man, and have only so much time, but I WILL try very hard to
respond within a reasonable period of time, to your questions when you
ask them.

My goal is to make this newsletter more interesting and relevant to all of
you, and your input will help me to do that. Thank you for reading my
newsletter. Another one will be coming to your in box next week so please
watch for it.

That’s it for now.

Yours in health,

George Parigian Jr. – Age Better Newsletter