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Bios life

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Bios Life is a unique and patented formula of naturally derived ingredients. When taken as a drink, Bios Life forms a fiber matrix in the digestive system. This fiber matrix envelops nutrients and sugars as they are consumed, releasing them to the body at a natural rate. This revolutionary breakthrough provides the following health benefits:

• Clinically proven to reduce bad (LDL) cholesterol
• Clinically proven to increase good (HDL) cholesterol
• Balances blood sugar levels
• Eliminates energy spikes and crashes
• Aids in weight management
• Promotes healthy digestive function
• Strengthens the immune system
• Decreases triglyceride levels
• Cleanses the colon

Thousands of healthcare and medical professionals around the world have helped millions of people improve their health with this safe and scientifically proven natural solution to many of the world’s leading health problems.

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2008-02-11T03:44:00.000-08:00

The drugs used by doctors to treat high cholesterol are called statin medications and come with a long list of well-documented side effects. In fact, it is estimated that over 25% of the population cannot take statin medications because of their potential side effects.

Today billions of dollars are being spent by pharmaceutical drug companies to market statin medications, illustrating the size of this market. Because of the magnitude of the heart disease epidemic, the statin medications market is expected to exceed $30 billion in sales this year.

How many people do you believe would prefer a natural alternative to chemical medications? What if you had exclusive marketing rights to the only safe, natural, clinically proven alternative to statin medications?

Without question Bios Life is the most effective, all-natural alternative to statin medications for helping people reach and maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Not only is it equally effective as statins at lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol, it is also three times more effective at raising HDL (good) cholesterol.

The studies on Bios Life have gained the attention of the American Heart Association who wrote a press release on Bios Life educating their members on the benefits of Bios Life. Their members—the cardiologists of the world—are facing more and more demands from their patients who do not want the potentially dangerous side effects of chemical, pharmaceutical drugs.
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2008-01-17T04:46:00.000-08:00

Health is the most important factor in our life which must be protected
and preserved. The consciousness for healthy nutrition increases
permanently in the population. A healthy body needs more
than 50 vital nutrients daily to stay fit and vigorous.
For best health protection a strong and healthy cardiovascular
system is he best precondition. Important for that is a wellbalanced
ratio between the two types of cholesterol HDL and LDL:
• LDL transports blood lipid to the cells where it is needed as a
building block or transmitter. Once the cells are saturated, excessive
LDL cholesterol remains in the bloodstream.
• HDL cholesterol, however, transports excessive blood lipid from
the cells to the liver where the lipids can be broken down and
released. Thus the higher the HDL levels, the healthier are your
arteries.
More and more people discover that a vital and fiber rich diet is an
optimal basis for healthy cholesterol levels and therefore a healthy
cardiovascular system is supported effectively.
Bios Life™ is the fi rst, patented and scientifi cally proven
product to lower cholesterol on a natural basis and for
active health care.
Bios Life™ has proven to help the body naturally maintain
healthy LDL levels by 4 patented* approaches. At the same
time, it can increase HDL cholesterol:
1. The patent protected fiber matrix in Bios Life™ blocks the
absorption of cholesterol from the diet
2. Soy Extract assists the body by providing a signal that the
liver does not need to produce more cholesterol than exists
at the present time, thus reducing the production of more
cholesterol.
3. Sugar Cane Extract helps the body inhibit the production of
an enzyme necessary to produce more cholesterol.
4. Chrysanthemum morifolium is an herb that helps the body
to stimulate the enzymes that break down cholesterol.
With more than 20 vital nutrients, such as fibers, vitamins,
minerals and antioxidants, Bios Life™ provides an important
part of your active health care and well-being every day:
• Stimulation of the metabolism
• Activating the immune system
• Support of healthy blood sugar levels
• Maintaining a healthy digestive flora
• Support of the bodys purification process
• Support the well feeling weight
* EU- Patent pending, US-Patent No. 6.933.291
WHY BIOS LIFETM COMPLETE ? WHAT IS BIOS LIFETM COMPLETE ?
BIOS LIFETM COMPLETE
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With citrus-orange fl avour
BIOS LIFETM COMPLETE
Key nutrition values per serving
Fibers 3,3 g
soluble fi bers 2,9 g
non-soluble fi bers 0,4 g
Vitamin A (from pro-vitamin A) 225 µg 28%*
Vitamin B1 2,0 mg 143%*
Vitamin B2 2,0 mg 125%*
Vitamin B6 7 mg 350%*
Folic acid (B 9) 220 µg 110%*
Niacin (B 3) 26 mg 144%*
Vitamin B12 3 µg 300%*
Vitamin C 45 mg 75%*
Vitamin E 13 mg 130%*
Biotin 0,02 mg 13%*
Calcium 60 mg 8%*
Selenium 3,0 µg **
Chromium 100 µg **
Zinc 0,9 mg 6%*
*% of RDA / no RDA specifi ed
Bios Life™ Complete – a world class product
• Your daily contribute for active health care
• Supports your daily well-being
• Handy sachets for at home or on the way
• With citrus-orange flavour
Serving suggestions:
Mix the content of one sachet with 250ml of milk, juice, water or
other comparable liquid. Mix thouroughly and drink immediately.
We recommend to drink Bios Life™ Complete twice daily with a meal.
Recommendation:
For optimal support of a healthy cardiovascular system we
recommend the combination of Bios life™ Complete with
CoQ10 and OmegaLife 3™.
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Ingredients:
Guar Gum, Gum Arabic, Locust Bean Gum, Maltodextrin, Orange Flavour, Pectin, Oat Fibres,
Soy Concentrates, Orange Juice Powder, Food Acid: Citric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Ascorbic
Acid (Vitamin C), Sweetener: Sucralose, Niacinamide, d-alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E),
Chrysanthemum morifolium Extract, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Beta-Glucan, Sugar
Cane Extract, Zinc Gluconate, Beta-Carotene (Pro-Vitamin A), Sodium Selenite, Ribofl avin (Vitamin
B2), Biotin, Thiamin Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Chromium (III) Chloride, Folic Acid, Cyanocobalamin
(Vitamin B12).
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2007-12-21T04:57:00.000-08:00

CholesterolBasics
Cholesterol is a fatty substance in the body that is used for many different purposes. It is manufactured by the body and also found in animal products, such as red meat and dairy products.

Cholesterol is found in all parts of the human body. It plays an essential role in the production of hormones and other functions. Cholesterol is a key element in the cell membranes of mammals, and it aids in the production of adrenal and sex hormones and vitamin D. Cholesterol comes from the foods you eat, and is also produced by the liver.

Doctors divide cholesterol into high density lipids (HDL), low density lipids (LDL), and triglycerides. Having too much LDL cholesterol in your blood is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Having high levels of triglycerides can also put you at risk of heart disease if you have diabetes. Very high levels of triglycerides can increase your risk of pancreatitis. [Figure 1]. The excess buildup of cholesterol in the blood is referred to as hypercholesterolemia, which simply means "high cholesterol." Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, occurs when cholesterol collects and hardens on the walls of the arteries, causing them to thicken and narrow. This narrowing prevents adequate blood supply from reaching the heart. Both diet and medication can help control high cholesterol levels, thereby reducing risk factors for heart disease. Elevation of cholesterol and/or triglycerides is also referred to as hyperlipidemia.

Figure 1. A normal artery and an artery with cholesterol buildup (plaque)

Because fat is not soluble in water, the cholesterol needs a carrier to travel through the blood, a liquid that primarily consists of water. Cholesterol must be transported on fat carrying proteins known as lipoproteins.

There are two different kinds of lipoproteins that you may be aware of that have direct relation to the risk of heart disease: Low density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad cholesterol") and high density lipoprotein (HDL or "good cholesterol"). Both vary in the amount of lipid they carry. Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) often referred to as the "bad cholesterol" carrier, carry about 60% of the cholesterol in the bloodstream. High levels of LDLs can ultimately lead to heart disease because they are the major cause of buildup and blockage in the arteries. At every stage of atherosclerosis (plaque formation in the arteries that can lead to heart attack), high LDL cholesterol worsens the condition. On the other hand, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) may prevent oxidation of LDL and helps prevent the LDLs from sticking to the walls of the arteries and thus prevents the buildup of cholesterol plaque. The lipoprotein carries cholesterol away from the arteries to the liver and adrenal glands. Thus, the goal is to keep the LDL cholesterol low and the HDL cholesterol high.

Causes
Elevated cholesterol may be due to genetics. In some individuals, elevated LDL cholesterol levels are due to heredity. These genetic disorders are referred to as familial hypercholesterolemia, familial combined hyperlipidemia, familial defective apolipoprotein B, and polygenic hypercholesterolemia. These disorders are linked to a defect in the way your body handles LDL cholesterol, which leads to high LDL levels.

A diet high in animal fat diet is a major cause of elevated blood cholesterol. Dietary cholesterol plays a large part in raising blood cholesterol levels. This is especially true in North America and Europe, where the diet is heavily based on animal foods, such as meat, egg yolks, poultry, seafood, and milk products. Almost all food from plants, however, such as fruits, vegetables, vegetable oils, grains, cereals, and nuts, do not contain cholesterol. Individual persons, however, vary considerably in their response to a diet high in cholesterol. Some respond with marked increases in total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol. Others do not respond significantly at all. Currently, we do not have a way to determine the underlying cause of such responses other than observing a trial on a low cholesterol, low saturated fat diet. Very high intakes of dietary cholesterol may be harmful even though blood cholesterol levels do not vary much.

Other factors can cause you to develop high cholesterol. These factors include having diabetes, being a smoker, being obese, and the use of certain medications. People who can modify or change these risk factors can sometimes lower their cholesterol levels.
Symptoms
You may have elevated cholesterol without having any symptoms. A person with high cholesterol levels may not experience any symptoms associated with the disorder. Cholesterol buildup, which narrows the arteries that carry blood to essential organs such as the heart and brain, takes place slowly, with no symptoms. Because there are usually no warning signs, it is extremely important to undergo routine blood tests for cholesterol and to take necessary steps to bring high levels down to a healthy range. If not adequately lowered, these elevated cholesterol levels could lead to heart disease and stroke.

Risk Factors
Age, gender, high blood pressure (hypertension), family history of heart attack, and having gone through menopause are other risk factors for having high cholesterol [Figure 2]. Older people are more susceptible to having high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart attacks. Men tend to have more trouble with high cholesterol and heart disease at earlier ages. However, after about the age of sixty, the incidence rate is the same.

If high cholesterol is in your family, you are more susceptible as well. Women who have gone through menopause are believed to be at greater risk for high cholesterol because they have lower levels of the hormone estrogen in the bloodstream. Estrogen is thought to be a protective agent against heart disease in general and high cholesterol, though studies show that taking estrogen pills after menopause can increase the risk of heart disease in women.

Figure 2. Blood pressure chart

Having high cholesterol increases your risk of having high blood pressure. Increasing blood pressure brings with it increased risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney damage or failure, dementia, and blindness.

Being overweight, leading a sedentary lifestyle, eating a diet rich in saturated fats, and smoking can put you at great risk for having high cholesterol. Excess body weight can contribute to high cholesterol and most importantly to high triglycerides and low HDL cholesterol (HDLc). Individuals with a waist circumference of more than 40 inches if male and 35 inches if female and accompanying high triglycerides are found to have an increased risk of heart attack. Saturated fat, and cholesterol, found in animal products, can raise your blood cholesterol levels. Saturated fat raises these levels more than any other single dietary ingredient. Current smoking also put you at risk for heart disease several ways. Smoking lowers HDL cholesterol and smokers are more likely to have cholesterol rich plaques rupture and have heart attacks. Not getting enough exercise also contributes to your risk of heart attack. Those who exercise in regular fashion have higher HDLc, lower triglycerides, and are less likely to develop diabetes.

While anyone can develop high cholesterol, certain drugs can put you at higher risk. In addition to heredity and drugs, certain diseases may also contribute to your risk of heart attack by raising levels of cholesterol and/or triglycerides. These factors include low thyroid gland activity (hypothyroidism), some forms of diabetes, and certain kidney and liver disorders. Drugs that alter lipid levels include drugs for high blood pressure like beta blockers and diuretics, endocrine drugs like birth control pills, female hormones and steroids (prednisone) and dermatologic drugs like retinoic acid (for acne). Certain drugs used to treat HIV can also increase cholesterol. Some actions are favorable (estrogens lower LDL) but some are not. This needs to be discussed with your doctor. If an essential drug increases your cholesterol, your doctor can prescribe a drug that lower your cholesterol.

Diagnosis
The National Cholesterol Education Program guidelines state tha all adults age 20 years and older should have their blood cholesterol checked every five years. They recommend that you fast overnight before you have a full cholesterol panel checked. If you have are diagnosed with high cholesterol, you will be checked more frequently. .

The most common measurement of blood cholesterol is called total blood cholesterol [Table 1]. Total cholesterol is measured in milligrams per deciliter of blood (mg/dL), and it is the number given in your test results. Another important measurement is the "good" HDL cholesterol level.

If you have high blood cholesterol (total cholesterol 240 mg/dL or higher) or low HDL cholesterol (HDL cholesterol less than 35 mg/dL), you are considered at higher risk for heart disease.

Because "bad" LDL cholesterol is a better predictor of heart disease risk than total blood cholesterol, you may need to have your LDL cholesterol checked. This blood test requires fasting before the test, meaning you cannot eat or drink for 12 hours beforehand. The following table describes the categories of LDL cholesterol, which apply to adults age 20 years and older who have no other health problems.

Your physician can interpret your results and tell you when to have your cholesterol levels tested again. If your cholesterol level is high or borderline-high, a treatment program may be necessary. Your doctor may also request a test called a lipoprotein analysis if you have additional risk factors. This involves measuring your levels of total cholesterol, total triglyceride, and HDL cholesterol after you have fasted.

Table 1. Blood Cholesterol Measurements
Total cholesterol What it means
Less than 200 mg/dL Desirable blood cholesterol
200 to 239 mg/dL Borderline-high cholesterol
240 mg/dL and higher High blood cholesterol
HDL cholesterol
Less than 35 mg/dL Low HDL cholesterol
LDL Cholesterol Level Categories
Less than 130 mg/dL Desirable
130 to 159 mg/dL Borderline-High Risk
160 mg/dL and above High Risk

Source:"Facts about Blood Cholesterol," U.S. National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, NIH Publication No. 96-2696

Doctors aim for lower LDL levels for patients who already have risk factors for heart disease. If you have one of the following risk factors, your LDL goal is less than 130 mg/dL: smoking, high blood pressure, low HDL or a family history of early heart disease. If you have 2 or more of the risk factors, or you have diabetes, severe blockages in the carotid arteries leading to your neck, peripheral artery disese, or a history of abdominal aneurysm, then your LDL goal would be less than 100 mg/dL. If you already have heart disease, your doctor will try to lower your cholesterol to 80 mg/dL or less. In addition to these cholesterol tests, you should undergo a complete health history, a physical examination, and have standard laboratory tests performed. The exam, history, and lab tests all help your doctor determine whether the cause of your elevated total cholesterol level is due to hereditary factors, another disease, or drugs you are taking. This information will help him or her to plan a program to improve your cholesterol levels.

Prevention and Screening
Prevention is essential in reducing your risk of heart attack and modifying your diet is a great first step to lowering your risk. Learn about which fats to avoid and which to include [Table 2]. Because high blood cholesterol increases your risk of heart attack due to heart disease, it is important to have your total blood cholesterol (cholesterol panel) tested on a routine basis and to take steps to prevent elevated cholesterol levels. Even if your blood cholesterol levels are desirable, it is wise to make healthy choices to maintain a satisfactory balance.

Table 2. Types of Fat
Total Fat The sum of saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats that are present in varying combinations of foods.
Saturated Fat This kind of fat is present in skin (chicken, for example), whole-milk dairy products, lard, and some vegetable oils, including coconut and palm oils. Saturated fat raises blood cholesterol more than any other type of fat or food.
Unsaturated Fat This type of fat usually is in liquid form at refrigerator temperature. Monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat are two types of unsaturated fat. The use of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats instead of saturated fat can help to lower blood cholesterol levels.
Monounsaturated Fat This unsaturated fat is present in greatest amount in food from plants. Examples of monounsaturated fats are olive oil and canola oil.
Polyunsaturated fat This is an unsaturated fat found predominantly in food from plants. Examples include safflower, sunflower, corn, and soybean oils.

This information was adapted from "So You Have High Cholesterol," U.S. National Institutes of Health National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, NIH Publication No. 93-2922.

You can often lower your cholesterol levels though such simple means as a low-fat diet and exercise [Table 3]. The goal to lower your cholesterol is achievable. A healthy diet, physical exercise, and, if necessary, weight loss are key steps you can take to lower your cholesterol levels, which ultimately lowers your risk for heart disease. The National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) recommends that all healthy individuals two years of age and older start eating foods lower in saturated fat and dietary cholesterol to lower blood cholesterol levels. For anyone over the age of two years, less than 10% of calories should come from saturated fat, 30% of calories or less should come from total fat, and less than 300 mg a day of dietary cholesterol should be eaten.

If you are unable to lower your blood cholesterol levels on this diet, you may need a special diet prescribed by your doctor. Always be sure to check with your doctor before placing your child on a low fat or other special diet.

Table 3. Suggestions for Lowering or Maintaining Blood Cholesterol Levels
Select foods low in total fat and low in saturated fat
Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are low in total fat and high in starch and fiber. Substitute unsaturated fat (polyunsaturated or monosaturated) for saturated fat.Because fat is a plentiful source of calories, eating foods low in fat enables you to consume fewer calories, and this will help you lose weight.
Select foods high in starch and fiber
High starch/high fiber foods are lower in calories than foods high in fat and also serve as good sources of essential vitamins and minerals. Foods high in starch and fiber include breads, cereals, pasta, grains, fruits, and vegetables.
Select foods low in dietary cholesterol Dietary cholesterol comes from animal food products, such as egg yolks and organ meats, such as liver. Egg whites and food from plants do not contain dietary cholesterol.
Get some physical exercise Physical activity helps improve blood cholesterol levels by lowering LDL cholesterol and raising HDL cholesterol. Exercise also helps in weight loss, lowering blood pressure, reducing stress, and improving the fitness of heart and blood vessels.
Maintain or lose weight as appropriate Overweight individuals frequently have higher blood cholesterol levels than those with healthy weight.Cutting back on dietary fat will reduce calorie intake. Avoid "crash diets" that are very low in calories, however, because they can be harmful to your overall good health.

Source:The information in this table was adapted from "Facts about Blood Cholesterol, U.S. National Institutes of Health, National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, NIH Publication No. 96-2696."

Treatment
Urgent Care
A high level of blood cholesterol causes your arteries to narrow (atherosclerosis), and can slow, or even block, blood flow to your heart. This reduced blood supply prevents your heart from receiving enough oxygen, which could lead to a heart attack.

Self Care
Make changes in your life to reduce your risk factors. Switch to a low fat diet, and start an exercise program, even if your doctor has given you a cholesterol-lowering drug. Because high cholesterol levels can increase your chance of getting heart disease, it is important that you cut out the risk factors you can control. Take charge of your health by eating sensibly; lower your saturated fat intake and exercise appropriately to lose excess weight. If you smoke, now is the time to stop. Discuss with your doctor suitable ways to eat right, and ask for advice on safe physical activity. You may need to be referred to a dietician, join a health facility, and/or attend a smoking cessation workshop. If you drink alcohol, ask your doctor if you should stop or reduce your intake.

Be knowledgeable about your prescribed drug therapy. Be sure you understand exactly when and how to take prescribed medications. For instance, know if you should take a certain drug with food and whether specific foods or beverages should be avoided when taking certain drugs. Be aware of what other drugs (prescribed or over-the-counter) or foods can interact with your medication, and be sure to tell your physician if you are taking any other medications, vitamins, or nutritional supplements. You should always take your medicine as prescribed, and know what to do if you accidentally miss a dose. Tell your physician about any side effects you may be having (headaches, fever, muscle aches or cramps, fatigue, etc). Do not stop taking any prescription medication without first discussing it with your physician.

Monitor your progress in lowering cholesterol [Table 4]. Be sure you understand what your cholesterol-lowering goals are. Ask your doctor to show you how to track your cholesterol levels to monitor your progress.

Table 4. Progress in Controlling Cholesterol
Use this chart to track your cholesterol levels every time you are tested to monitor your progress in reaching your goals.
Lipid My Goal
(obtain from physician) First Test Date Test Date Test Date Test Date
Total Blood cholesterol level
HDL cholesterol level
LDL cholesterol level
Triglyceride level

Chart adapted from the American Heart Association.

Drug Therapy
Your doctor is the best source of information on the drug treatment choices available to you.

Other Therapies
Taking fish oil may help you prevent coronary artery disease. Fish oils (omega 3 fatty acids) lower triglycerides and increase HDL cholesterol levels. They are helpful if you have a very high triglyceride level, especially when used in addition to diet, exercise, and fibrate therapy. If you have high blood cholesterol levels, fish oil can actually raise levels of LDL cholesterol in a manner similar to that seen with fibrate therapy. The benefit of fish oils (omega 3 fatty acids) is likely due to its effects on preventing sudden death from coronary disease and is not directly related to its effects on blood lipids. Thus, increasing sources of omega 3 fatty acids in the diet (from fatty fish or vegetable sources such as canola, flaxseed oils) may be particularly useful for those at risk of coronary events.

Alternative Medicine
Garlic may have a minor effect in reducing high cholesterol. Although many studies have been done to determine the effect of garlic on total cholesterol levels, it has been found that the results are not consistent. While garlic does reduce total cholesterol levels, the effect is modest at best. Fresh garlic may have higher amounts of allicin, the active ingredient with lipid-reducing properties, than what is found in capsules or tablets.

Special Circumstances
Some children may require a blood cholesterol check. Although most children do not require blood cholesterol checks, children with risk factors for high cholesterol should be tested at the age of two years or older. The risk factors include obesity in the child, family history of early heart disease, and at least one parent with a high total cholesterol level (240 mg/dL or greater).

Children younger than two years of age require more fat than what is present in a low-fat diet. Because many low-fat diets do not contain enough fat to support proper growth and development in young children, it is critical to check with your doctor before starting your child on a low-fat diet.

Prognosis
You can’t cure high cholesterol, but you can control it. Most patients who carefully take their prescribed medication and adhere to healthy lifestyle habits will achieve lowered LDL cholesterol levels. While there is no cure for high cholesterol, it is possible to control these levels if you adhere to a healthy diet, maintain a proper weight, and get appropriate physical exercise, along with prescribed drug therapy.

Follow-up
Monitoring your lipid levels and liver function is essential. After you have reached your target LDL cholesterol level, you should be monitored every two to three months for a year. If you have responded favorably after one year of cholesterol-lowering therapy, you may require monitoring for lipid levels and toxicity every four to six months, though you may need more frequent follow-up if you have heart problems. Be sure to report any side effects to you doctor.

Your doctor should adjust drug dosages to maximum effectiveness if you do not achieve your target LDL cholesterol levels. It is essential that LDL cholesterol reduction be maintained, especially if you suffer from heart disease.

Your doctor may need to refer you to a specialist. Your primary care physician or cardiologist may refer you to a lipid specialist, especially when the goals to lower your LDL cholesterol are not being met. He or she may also refer you to a dietician for help in creating and maintaining a good cholesterol-lowering diet.