As far back as 50 years ago, there was an abundance of EPA & DHA in our food. Wild-caught fish and game (animals that ate natural grasses) were readily available, as were wild-grown fruits and vegetables. That is no longer the case. Today, we eat animals raised in mass quantities whose diets subsist of corn-based feed. This foreign diet, while convenient and cheap for feeding huge numbers of animals, removes the rich, omega-3 diet that animals would normally ingest from eating grass. The same goes for farmed fish, which are now being fed a corn-based diet, further removing essential fatty acids from their diets.

Processed, packaged foods also lack omega-3 fatty acids. Big corporations that want to extend the shelf life of their products remove any trace of omega-3s because they tend to go rancid quicker than man-made fats like trans-fats and hydrogenated fats. A cracker can stay on the shelf for years as opposed to more natural foods, oils or fats.

The removal of omega-3s from our diet means a deficiency in essential nutrients that our bodies depend upon to grow and live well. According to the American Journal of Psychiatry, a deficiency in DHA may result in depression, anxiety, ADHD, postpartum depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and other mental disorders.

Low levels of DHA may also be responsible for brittle nails, skin rashes, dry hair and dry eyes.

Most importantly, low levels of DHA in infants, children and teens have been linked to:

• Impulsiveness
• Aggressiveness
• Dyslexia
• Depression
• Reduced intelligence
• Sleep problems
• Temper tantrums
• Alcoholism
• Schizophrenia
• Manic depression

Our bodies cannot make omega-3s on their own. We must get omega-3s from our diet. Not just once a week, but daily.

Sadly, finding natural omega-3s in available foods is like looking for a needle in a haystack. It’s becoming more and more difficult. That’s why supplementing with a pure, potent omega-3 is vital.

While eating fish or eating foods rich in omega-3s would be ideal, many Americans do not have access to clean, healthy, wild-caught foods. In fact, there are many places in America now known as “food deserts”—places where access to super-healthy fruits, veggies, nuts, seeds and other raw and whole foods is almost nonexistent.

For more information on DHA and the importance of omega-3 supplementation, read our blog.

Res-Q products:

DHA is an active ingredient in our omega-3 supplements: Res-Q 1250, Res-Q 1250+ and Res-Q Calamarine.

Res-Q 1250 promotes good cholesterol health. For optimal health, Res-Q 1250+ provides DHA along with additional vitamin D3 to help prevent dietary deficiencies.

Res-Q Calamarine can be used alone or in conjunction with Res-Q 1250 to boost DHA levels for the brain and eyes.

Additionally for those who don’t prefer capsules or wish to mix the oil with their children’s food, Res-Q 1250, in liquid form, is available in a glass bottle.

To order Res-Q supplements, call toll free: 1-800-262-5483. Local or mobile callers dial 215-541-9890

Those who achieved success with long-term weight loss are exercising or walking.

• A study revealed that successful weight-losers perform physical activity for 30 minutes or more every day. —Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act. 2006
    
   
• 94% of successful weight-losers increased their physical activity, and 90% exercised for an hour a day with walking being the most popular activity. —National Weight Control Registry
     
    
• A 170-pound, 35-year-old woman who works at a desk all day burns only 51 calories an hour; one hour of walking (i.e., 3.5 mph or more) burns five to 10 times this amount! Ten hours of sitting equals one hour of exercise.
    
     
    

2. Eat Breakfast

Eat breakfast and be skinnier.

•  78% of people who lose weight eat breakfast. —National Weight Control Registry 
•  Eating protein for breakfast (two eggs or salmon) may help control hunger.
• A high-fiber whole-grain cereal may help you feel full longer and have more energy than a high-glycemic breakfast cereal.

3. Eat Healthy

The body needs a healthy balance of protein, fats and carbohydrates for optimal health. Cutting calories without nutrition is not conducive for healthy weight loss.

• The omega-3 fats found in fatty fish encourage weight loss when included as part of a low-calorie diet plan. 
• Vegetables and fruits are vitamin-rich carbohydrates that are low calorie and full of the dietary fiber that will help control hunger. 
• Protein is necessary for weight loss; it helps control appetite and fat-burning.

4. Lift Weights

People who succeed at weight loss are lifting weights.

• A weight-loss study revealed “a significantly higher proportion of successful losers who reported lifting weights.” —International Journal of Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity
• They have more muscle mass and burn more fat calories, even at rest!

5. Get Your Sleep

If you want to lose weight, you need to make sure that you do not get any less than a full six hours of sleep, while eight or nine hours is even better.

• A 2010 study in the Annals of Internal Medicine compared sleeping five and half hours with sleeping eight and a half hours. Less sleep was associated with more muscle loss and less fat loss than those who got more sleep. 
• Not getting enough sleep disrupts hormones associated with hunger, so if you sleep less you will probably eat more than you would if you got enough sleep. 
• People who don’t get enough sleep have increased ghrelin, a hormone that tells you to start eating, and less leptin, a hormone that tells you to stop eating.

Although these top five are very important, weight-loss research also shows that people who succeed at keeping weight off weigh themselves regularly, plan meals, and keep track of calories and/or fat grams.

Here are some suggestions:

• Keep a weight-loss journal. Write down what you eat. 
• Read the supplement facts of all foods before you eat them. 
• Find out just how many calories are in the foods that you eat. 
•  Find out how many calories that you will need daily for your activity level. Eat a lot less calories at one time but eat frequently to accelerate weight loss.

Additional Support

Nature’s Shield Weight Control may help control appetite to help you to stick with your diet plan. This supplement contains the same pleasure-seeking ingredient that is also found in chocolate and dark cocoa powder that helps you feel happy, satisfied and full so you don’t snack as much. When used along with diet and exercise, it may help support weight-loss. Purchase a bottle to try today. Call 1-800-262-5483 for more information.

The references below will help you find more information on calorie-tracking, calorie-burning and weight loss.

The National Weight Control Registry

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/food-and-nutrition/AN01119

Physical Activity for a Healthy Weight

http://www.fitday.com/webfit/exerciseinfopage.html

Dietary fiber and body weight, scientific abstract

Why does eating breakfast help control weight?

Lose Weight: Eat Breakfast

Rethinking the Big Breakfast

Protein really is a prescription for weight loss

Dietary and physical activity behaviors among adults successful at weight-loss maintenance

High-Protein Diet for Weight Loss 

Losing Sleep Over Not Losing Weight? That Could Be the Problem  

Sleep and Weight Gain  

Lifting Weights Burns Fat

An Inconsistent Message
Back in the ‘80s we blamed a high-fat diet for all our heart attacks and cardiovascular problems. It clogged our arteries. It raised our cholesterol. And while trans fats were and still are working their black magic, sugar was just something you needed to keep in moderation. Remember?

In fact, one of the reasons the American Heart Association has not been as successful as the Susan G. Komen for the Cure (and all those pretty pink bows for breast cancer) is because the message associated with heart disease for woman has, quite frankly, been inconsistent. First, we were told that heart disease was a “man’s disease,” then we were told heart disease was caused by too much fat in the diet. Now we’re told it’s sugar. But what’s now convincing scientists that sugar has been the culprit all along? When we look back at study after study of poor health markers and indicators, sugar is the one constant; at least the high-fructose corn syrup variety, that is (and a whole slew of other named sugars as well).

Women Are at Higher Risk
Whatever the ultimate cause of heart disease (and it’s most likely a combination of poor diet, no exercise and stress), new research about sugar and heart disease is alarming; there is indeed a connection. Worse yet, women seem to be the more obvious victims. According to an article in Salon, Riddhi Shah writes, Women… are genetically predisposed to prefer sweeter tastes, with greater sensitivity to bitterness. As a result, cocktails and alcoholic drinks aimed at women tend to be sweet—as an attempt to mask the burn—and colorful (because, you know, pink will make anything more palatable).

The author also cited that women are prone to eating sweets because of hormones, physiology and culture.

Hidden Sugar
You could claim that you never eat donuts or cookies, so you’re off the hook. But so much of today’s processed, grocery-shelf foods have hidden sugars. You no longer need to eat a piece of candy to get your daily dose. I examined several brand-name products for sugar content: pasta (2 grams), whole-wheat crackers (4 grams) and cinnamon applesauce (27 grams). Isn’t applesauce sweet enough without adding more sugar?

Drinks are the biggest perpetrator. Once again, after examining several brand-name products, I was surprised to see that the water with the vitamins added had the same amount of sugar as a can of soda: 33 grams! Milkshakes are even worse. A St. Patty’s Day, green-colored milkshake had 74 grams! A 20-ounce bottle of an orange-flavored drink had 85 grams! I might be better off eating cookies; three of them had less sugar at 14 grams.

It is important to read the labels before consuming a product. You may be surprised at how many grams of sugar you are eating each day.

Fat vs. Sugar
What’s most interesting in regard to sugar and heart disease is that we’ve ignored it as a contributing factor all along. Not all fats (at least not healthy fats like omega-3s and 9s) “cause” heart disease. Another culprit was, and still is… sugar. This was explained to me in the viral “Sugar: The Bitter Truth” video, an 89-minute lecture by Robert H. Lustig, MD, and UCSF Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology. He reminds us that the USDA made huge recommendations to cut fat out of our diet, and because of such a successful campaign, millions of us did so and went on a classic low-fat diet. Heck, everything my mother had in the house back in the late ‘80s was fat-free or low-fat. And yet the obesity epidemic got worse, diabetes became more prevalent and so did heart disease. And what was the one constant throughout those years? Sugar.

Lustig went on to further cite that the USDA based “30 years of nutrition education and information” on one man’s poorly developed study that solely blamed fat as causing heart disease. The study, known as “The Seven Countries,” was conducted without a computer and, despite recognizing that there was a correlation between fat and sucrose, it only held fat accountable,—not sugar. In other words, if you consider that a donut is a bad thing to eat, and a donut has both fat and sugar, this study only blamed the fat portion of the donut as having an effect on cardiovascular disease, not sugar.

Now, however, study after study is surfacing that sugar is bad to the bone and must be taken in moderation. The American Heart Association now recommends eating only 25-30 grams of sugar daily. But that’s virtually impossible with today’s food choices. One eight-ounce glass of juice has 30-80 grams of sugar. Weight-loss drinks have 35 grams of sugar. Even what seems like a healthy yogurt drink can have 25-60 grams of sugar added.

Nearly all of our food choices have added sugar. Without knowing it, you could be on a supposed “health kick” but taking in 200+ grams of sugar daily!

The Worst News
By far the worst to come out of all these studies is the fact that scientists are learning that sugar is toxic. The body does not recognize it, it over-taxes the liver, has zero nutritional value and, according to Lustig, it even changes your body’s ability to process other foods while it weakens your immune system. Essentially sugar is poison.

The Solution

With seemingly poor food choices available to us, what’s the solution? Most experts agree it’s all about natural, raw foods and staying away from junk. Here are a few tips.

• Simplify and get back to basics. Eat more fruits, veggies, beans, nuts, seeds and other foods that can be found in their natural state. Instead of applesauce from a jar with added sugar, cut up a real apple. Heck, make your own applesauce.
• Stay away from prepackaged foods. To extend shelf-life or make things taste more appealing, manufacturers add sugar to food items that don’t need it: pastas, sauces, cereals, milk etc. may all have added sugar.
• Read labels. If you are going to buy packaged foods, be sure to look for grams of sugar. The lower the better!
• Cook at home. The more you cook at home (from scratch), the more control you have over how much sugar and fat gets into your recipes. A store-bought or boxed-cake mix will typically have far more sugar than one you bake at home from scratch.
• Eat your sugar with fiber. Candy has no fiber. A donut has no fiber. A strawberry, peach, plum, apple and other fruits have fiber. The more your body can recognize a food, the less you tax your liver.

Tracy Shields is co-owner and Marketing Director of N3 Oceanic, Inc., maker of Res-Q products and Nature’s Shield, a subsidiary of N3. She is a writer, triathlete, nutrition junkie and devoted mother of two boys. She is also a proud member and President-Elect of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), South Jersey Chapter.

Res-Q 1250 Capsules

THE RES-Q ADVANTAGE

the purest, cleanest product on the market

the most potent product on the market 

the best price on the market

The omega-3 business can get a little competitive. Because there are so many variables that go into making an omega-3 supplement, there seems to be a lot of wiggle room when creating them.

Some companies short change you on quantity. Others cut corners on quality. Sometimes the little guys play dirty. Their marketing is driven by bad-mouthing other companies. Some even make false claims such as offering a “pharmaceutical-grade” product without the expertise or technology to back it up. At Res-Q, we try our best every day to rise above the fray and focus on one thing and one thing only: delivering you the best quality products possible. For optimal health, only the best omega-3 supplement will do.

That’s not easy to do, nor cheap. And so we’d like to share with you just how much care and detail go into all our products. You see, there’s not a lot of wiggle room when you want to create the best. You either put forth every effort to make sure your product ranks the highest in purity, potency and price, or you fall short.

A DIFFERENT TYPE OF COMPANY

At Res-Q, we built a bridge between you and your doctor. If your doctor needs information on the supplements, give us a call and we will send research studies. We look at all of the latest studies in order to produce only the best omega-3 available. We found that there is a lot of misinformation out there: that you need a certain form of oil or a certain type of omega-3. What you really need is EPA and DHA, the omega-3 fatty acids. This is the active ingredient in fish  and marine life that produce the health benefits of omega-3 that everyone reads about. For optimal cardiovascular health, you need a true EPA and DHA supplement and not just some omega-3 supplement.

95% of all fish oils don’t lower cholesterol. In fact, there isn’t enough EPA and DHA in them to do hardly anything! Also, if a company claims that their omega-3 supplement is twelve times better absorbed then other fish oil supplements or is 70-90% more bioavailable, it may be an attempt to push a low-potency fish oil. All sales pitch and no fact. For optimal heart health, you need omega-3 fatty acids: EPA and DHA.  If you want a true efficacy test, get a cholesterol test! Measurable results are far superior in quality than assessing blood levels of omega-3 because some omega-3 supplements are just absorbed more steadily and slowly. An optimal omega-3 supplement is a high-potency, EPA and DHA supplement.

Superior, High-Quality, Science-Based Products for Heart Health

Although it is debatable as to what actually causes or initiates coronary heart disease in the first place, there still remains a true connection between cholesterol and arteries. Imagine a bridge connecting healthy, clean arteries with perfect cholesterol thus elevating you above heart disease. HDL (good) cholesterol can help eliminate the excess cholesterol and debris in the bloodstream.  Res-Q 1250 or Res-Q HDL+ can help increase your good cholesterol and help maintain a healthy cardiovascular system.  Here at Res-Q, we have built the bridge between you, your doctor and understanding heart disease. It’s so easy. Just give us a call (1-800-26-ALIVE) to speak with a consultant about our supplements or listen to our informative radio shows for important facts about health.

HIGHLY POTENT

Our Res-Q 1250 capsules contain up to 755 milligrams of pure EPA and DHA within each (one) capsule. There are also 100 milligrams more of omega-3 fatty acids. That’s 850 milligrams of omega-3 fatty acids with virtually no fillers, no waste and no crude fish-oil gunk. Our liquid contains up to 1,700 milligrams of omega-3 fatty acids in every teaspoonful. Higher concentrations of EPA and DHA per capsule mean fewer capsules and quicker benefits. It also means that not only is our brand a pharmaceutical grade, it is as good a quality as prescription fish oil!

Results are dose dependent.  Thousands of studies credit EPA and DHA for the beneficial effects of fish oil. In fact, almost every single study does. For optimal health and value for your dollar, you need an omega-3 that will provide the most omega-3 per capsule. That’s Res-Q’s omega-3: a high-quality omega-3 supplement.

When you see the triglycerides and total cholesterol numbers in your before and after test, you will be amazed. Res-Q 1250 outperforms other brands. Also, if a company has to express their omega-3 content as a percentage, it may contain less omega-3 fatty acids than other brands. Omega-3 is measured in milligrams or grams. Look at the label and serving size to see how many milligrams of EPA and DHA are in just ONE capsule. You need at 3,000 milligrams-4,000 milligrams of EPA/DHA per day for cholesterol health, an amount equal to four-six Res-Q 1250 capsules. Any less, and you won’t get the desired results.

PURE & MOLECULARLY DISTILLED

A large part of the process of creating a pure product is in molecular distillation. And while all companies use this process to some extent, Res-Quses Eurofins—the best toxicology lab in the world, which tests for over 250 toxic compounds. We also make sure the process is done with high vacuum and low heat. This creates a much gentler technology used for purification. It allows us to remove up to 99.9% of contaminants such as mercury, lead, PCBs and even pesticides like DDT by separating out the clean molecules from the unclean (“dirty” molecules have a different molecular weight and are thus easier to remove), without losing the potency of the omega-3 molecule itself. Secondly, we use an organic filtration process: Every batch of Res-Q 1250 is washed with soft steam as a step of detoxification. Not only do these steps give Res-Q 1250 its purity, they also contribute to the clean taste.

FRESHNESS

Not only are our products virtually free of all contaminants, they are also fresh. Rancidity in fish oil is a known health threat, as the oxidation in some cheaper brands that have not been properly purified and bottled removes all nutritional benefits and may produce serious levels of cancer-causing free radicals. The quick technology of molecular distillation and the superior bottling ensure that your Res-Q 1250, Res-Q Calamarine and Res-Q 1250+ will never go rancid before their expiration date.

PRODUCTS FROM NORWAY

When buying fish (and thus, fish oil), it is essential to know the source of where that product comes from. When companies try to cut corners they tend to buy fish oil on the open market for the lowest price, which means they (and you!) never know the source of those raw ingredients. Certain waters of the globe are more contaminated than others. And certain facilities do not have the same stringent guidelines for manufacturing. Research has shown that the best fish oil comes from Norway and the best companies in the business know this. Our omega-3 products are manufactured in the world’s top pharmaceutically-licensed facility in Norway. This means there’s no middleman. You are in direct relationship with the source of production.

 Superior Quality in Manufacturing 

Other companies may claim to have good manufacturing but do they? The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) only offers companies who follow strict manufacturing guidelines a current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) approval, which ensures the reliability of a product.  Res-Q products undergo an extensive amount of testing to ensure that each batch produced meets strict, manufacturing specifications. Res-Q’s omega-3 supplements comply with the international fish oil standards set forth by industry experts.  Some companies may promote specific labs or specific standards but did you know that the only real, true, manufacturing regulations in America are established by the Food and Drug Administration?

All of our omega-3 supplements are third-party tested and produced in a pharmaceutical-licensed facility in Norway so it is truly a true omega-3, pharmaceutical-grade supplement. Lots of independent agencies like GOED and the Council for Responsible Nutrition have set the true omega-3 purification guidelines for the fish oil industry to follow but not all fish oils comply with these standards.  Call us and ask to see our certification of analysis for our omega-3 supplements and we will gladly send it to you! Oh, and by the way, our standards exceed the current GMPs. Res-Q 1250 complies with international fish oil standards for purity.

 Res-Q products follow cGMP manufacturing and an extensive amount of lab testing that checks for:

• raw materials quality assurance 
• record-keeping of substances throughout the creation process 
• standards for cleanliness and safety
• qualifications of manufacturing personnel 
• in-house testing
• production and process controls
• warehousing and distribution

 A COMPANY WITH INTEGRITY

When our father Tim Shields started Res-Q, almost 30 years ago, one of the most valuable lessons he passed on to us was that we always need to make sure to run a company with integrity. It’s easy to bad-mouth other companies to try to get ahead. But that’s not something we’ve ever believed in. We believe in staying focused on the work of providing superior quality products, so you can always trust that your Res-Q omega-3s and heart-healthy supplements are the absolute best.

 RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Staying on top and delivering excellent quality products mean that we must have the wisdom to know when to hold onto tradition and when to change with the times. While our ingredients still come from the same pure source, we’ve made sure that we are constantly keeping up with the latest technology, research and development. We work side by side with a team of doctors, scientists and technicians whose expertise always helps us to make cutting-edge products with time-tested technique and ingredients.

EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE & OUR RES-Q FAMILY

One of the most innovative, valuable benefits of our company is what we’re known for: our customer service. Our call center is located right in Palm, Pennsylvania, where some of our “Res-Q family” members have worked since our inception. They know Res-Qproducts exceedingly well and can provide you with the information you need to know about ingredients, price, side effects, product details and so on. We also have on staff a Chief Research Consultant, as well as doctors and RNs who help to advise and educate our call-center family throughout the year. I don’t know any other vitamin supplement company online or in stores that offers such a benefit!

If you call and speak with one of our friendly and knowledgable Res-Q consultants, they can help you maintain cholesterol levels that are within a normal range. They can tell you which supplement you need. They can tell you what dosage you need and how to take the product. This is another way that we have built a bridge to help connect you with your doctor. We understand that everybody’s cholesterol number and risk factors are different. No two people are the same. Everyone responds differently to prescription drugs and natural products. We have consultants who can help you choose the right supplements for you.

COMPETITIVE PRICING

One of the most important factors that go into buying any brand is price. Our pricing system is simple: You pay for actual grams of EPA and DHA, and amount of capsules per bottle. Nothing else! This makes our prices extremely competitive and driven to match customer demand. If you think you’ve found the same quality product somewhere else for less, we’ll match it! Need to compare pricing with other brands? Here’s a comparsion chart.

To contact us, call 1-800-26-ALIVE. Cell phone users or local custmers may prefer to dial 215-541-9890.

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George from Cherry Hill, NJ: Res-Q 1250 and red yeast rice have worked for me. I’ve been taking Res-Q for probably ten years. I’m 82 years old but I feel like I’m only 38. I don’t need to take any medications. I have some aches and pains but nothing major. Res-Q has really been wonderful for me. I work out regularly, walk one-two miles a day and I watch what I eat. I think it is all important. I’ve recommended many people to Res-Q because I believe in it and think it’s a good thing.

Mrs. Eddie MacGee from Harrisburg, PA: At least 12 years ago a test revealed that my total cholesterol was 386. The doctor put me on Mevacor. I believe that was the only statin available at that time. It did not decrease my numbers so as new statins became available I had tried Lipitor which reduced my numbers, but only to 360 and I began having bad leg cramps and had to stop taking it. I then tried every other statin on the market and each one gave me the leg cramps and did not make a significant difference in bringing down my total cholesterol. I was getting very frustrated and worried about my cholesterol problem because my Father had five heart attacks and died from his last one. Then finally I got help! A friend told me that she had heard about Res-Q on the radio and I took it upon myself to give up on statins and send for your product. I began taking it as prescribed on the bottle. My next blood test was done three months later and the results were remarkable. My total cholesterol was down to 280. My doctor could not believe it. I told her I had been taking Res-Q and gave her the information about it. She was so pleased with what it had done for me. I have been taking it for many years now and a few years ago added L-D-L Less to my daily medication. Today my total cholesterol, LDLs and HDL numbers are all where they should be. Every time I get my blood test results and see the numbers of a “normal healthy lady” I know it is because, many years ago, I found Res-Q and then L-D-L- Less. I cannot thank you enough for getting rid of my cholesterol problem!

Michael R. from Orefield, PA: A heart problem six years ago resulted in my having a couple of stent implants, and since then I’ve become a loyal fan of Res-Q 1250. With the recent arrival of Res-Q Orosine, I’ve added it to my daily meds / supplements, and I credit it with the improved results of my May ’09 stress test when compared with one taken two years ago. Along with more energy and an easier walk on the treadmill, an average fifteen point drop in my blood pressure is a welcome bonus.

John from Ambler, PA: A friend told me how Res-Q products helped him so I decided to finally call. What an improvement. I am 42 and have had 2 heart attacks and 3 bi-passes. My cardiologist was going to send me to a special doctor across the country because he told me he didn’t know what else to do for me. Needless to say my cardiologist is thrilled and shocked with my results. I have never felt better in my life. Thanks Res-Q!!!!”

Gregory from Simi Valley, CA: I got results in 2 months of taking your products. I was very happy and my doctor was in disbelief!

For more information on Res-Q supplements, please call us toll free 1-800-26-ALIVE. Local customers or cell phone users may prefer to dial 215-541-9890. Our friendly and knowlegable Res-Q consultants at our customer service department can answer any supplement-related questions that you may have.

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1. Myth: I can just start exercising or running. I don’t need any special training.

False. Unlike diving into a pool of cold water, exercise and the intensity and duration of your workouts are things that you want to gradually build up. The National Institute of Aging recommends starting with “5 or 10 minutes at a time, and then build up to at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity endurance activity.” Not only should you start gradually, you want to be sure to build up to 30 minutes or more per day. “Doing less than 10 minutes at a time won’t give you the desired heart and lung benefits.”

2. Myth: If I do two straight hours of strenuous exercise, I only have to do it once a week.

False. You need to be active every day or almost every day of the week. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Most adults need at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity at least five days per week. Examples include walking briskly, mowing the lawn, dancing, swimming for recreation or bicycling.”

3. Myth: Only aerobic exercise promotes weight loss.

False. Anaerobic, strength training, resistance training, lifting weights or other types of exercise that work the muscles not only help to improve lean body mass, build muscle and accelerate weight loss, but can improve your appearance, health, self-esteem and blood sugar. In fact, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, cross training (doing several different types of exercise) can provide a “total body tune-up.” Multiple exercise routines also stave off boredom!

4. Myth: I can exercise on my own. I don’t need help or instruction.

True. But only if you know what you’re doing! Anyone who has ever been to a formal exercise class at the gym over a period of time knows the benefits of learning how to exercise properly. Even if you are doing common exercises that you have done for years, you could be doing them wrong. If an exercise is not done correctly, there is a risk of injury. You can always benefit from the experience of learning how to do the exercises properly. Prevention Magazine recently published an article, “Nine Exercises that People Do Wrong.” Consult a certified personal trainer before working out, to make sure that you are doing the exercise correctly. Proper form is actually more important than reps or the amount of weight. Once you have a good understanding of form, then exercising at home can be fun and worthwhile.

5. Myth: No pain, no gain. Exercise should not feel good.

False. For many of us, the biggest hurdle to conquer when it comes to exercising is that we simply don’t like its pain or discomfort. The thing is, this is a huge myth. There are two states of exercise: aerobic and anaerobic. Aerobic exercise generally makes you feel good. Your heart rate is high, but not high enough to feel uncomfortable. Your breathing is steady. And you’re not sweating too much. Anaerobic exercise, however, is the type that gives exercise its no pain, no gain reputation. It’s an intense type of workout that athletes use to gain muscle and speed quicker than usual. And it can only be sustained for a very short interval. If you are just starting out, keep away from anaerobic exercise training. Get a heart-rate monitor and learn to keep your heart rate in its aerobic or safe zone. You will still lose weight, build muscle and improve heart and lung function, but you will avoid the characteristic pain of exercise.

Supplement of the Week:

Nature’s Shield Weight Control contains the active ingredient found in dark chocolate that helps people feel happy, satisfied and full. Portion control is an important aspect of most weight-loss programs. How many calories you eat and how much you exercise determines how much weight is lost.  Eating too much at one time can provide excess fat or sugar calories that are not burned off and end up stored as body fat. This can make weight loss difficult. Nature’s Shield Weight Control is designed to help control appetite to reduce over-eating.

References:

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/exerciseandphysicalfitness.html

Exercise & Physical Activity: Your Everyday Guide From the National Institute on Aging

Fish are so important to our health, but are they safe?

The most toxic fish are mackerel (king), 
marlin,
orange roughy,
shark,
swordfish,
tilefish, tuna
(bigeye, ahi). (nrdc.org)

Methylmercury is the most common form of mercury poisoning found in fish.

 “At the right dose and duration of exposure,mercury can impair a person’s memory, ability to learn and behavior; it can also damage the heart and immune system. Even in small quantities, this heavy metal can cause birth defects in fetuses exposed in the womb and in breast-fed newborns whose mothers’ milk is laced with it.” (Discover Magazine)

 Our bodies have a natural defense against mercury poisoning. We expel it every 30-40 days, although some people’s bodies lack this ability, making them more susceptible to mercury poisoning.

 Other man-made toxins that make their way into the fish we eat are not recognized by our bodies and brains, so we do not have a mechanism to expel them. They can linger in our systems for years, change our DNA, and cause cancer and disease.

 The primary source of methylmercury in fish comes from coal-burning plants along the coasts. The mercury rises into the atmosphere and then “rains” into the ocean where plankton eat it. Little fish eat the plankton, bigger fish eat the little fish and so on.

The bigger the fish, the more mercury it contains. Smaller, younger fish are safer to eat.

Biologically, for the health of our brains, hearts and bodies, we require omega-3s every day. That means we should be eating fish every day, but we can’t.

 You can only eat the “safest” fish two times a week: anchovies,
butterfish,
catfish,
clam,
crab (domestic), crawfish/crayfish,
croaker (Atlantic), 
flounder,
haddock (Atlantic), 
hake,
herring,
mackerel (N. Atlantic, chub), mullet, oyster,
perch (ocean), plaice,
pollock,
salmon (wild-caught only),
sardine,
scallop,
shad (American),
shrimp,
sole (Pacific),
squid (calamari),
tilapia,
trout (freshwater),
whitefish and
whiting. (nrdc.org)

Aside from mercury, there are over 500 other toxins found in fish.

“Fish flesh stores contaminants, such as PCBs, which cause liver damage, nervous-system disorders and fetal damage; dioxins, also linked to cancer; radioactive substances like strontium 90; and other dangerous contaminants like cadmium, mercury, lead, chromium and arsenic, which can cause health problems ranging from kidney damage and impaired mental development to cancer.” (peta.org)

Seafood is the number-one cause of food poisoning in the United States.

Res-Q Omegas: The safe choice to get your omega-3s.

For nearly 30 years, N3 Oceanic has been focused on providing not simply fish oil, but pure, potent omega-3s. It starts by using only the safest pelagic fish (small fish found in the open ocean away from contaminated coastlines). Then Res-Q’s intensive purification process guarantees that clean, safe and fresh omega-3s are in every capsule. Coming from a pharmaceutically licensed facility in Norway, each batch of Res-Q omega-3s is tested for purity from over 250 toxic compounds. Don’t pick just any fish-oil supplement to become part of the building blocks of your body. Res-Q is the gold standard of omega-3s; the most potent non-prescription pharmaceutical-grade omega-3s available.

For more information on Res-Q supplements, call 1-800-26-ALIVE (262-5483). Res-Q product consultants are available at our customer service department to answer your questions. You can also order Res-Q’s heart-healthy supplements, 24 hours a day, seven days a week at our toll-free number. Cell phone users or local customers may prefer to dial 215-541-9890.

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In 1951, a traveling salesman named Bill took one last sip of coffee, adjusted his tie and hat, and kissed his wife and kids goodbye. Along his route he started to have trouble walking, then speaking. He began to slur his words. He then felt numbness on the left side, down his face and arms. He got in his car immediately, and headed to the first hospital he could find. As he stumbled into the ER, slurring his words, asking for help, most likely not knowing what was happening to him, the nurse on duty coldly asked him to leave. He wouldn’t. He desperately tried to tell her that something was wrong, but he couldn’t. His words were mumbled and his eyes drooped. By anyone’s account, he looked intoxicated. And so the nurse called security and had him thrown out.

“We don’t take care of drunks!” she shouted after him.

But he wasn’t drunk. He was having a stroke. And as he somehow managed to get back into his car and drive several miles into the next town to another hospital, the pain in his head multiplied. When he finally got to the door of the ER, he collapsed. An emergency crew dragged him in, but it was too late. He was dead… only 33 years old.

Although this is my grandfather’s story, it’s much more my father’s story and the reason why he created a company devoted to eradicating heart disease. My grandfather died when my father was only eight years old. Experiencing the loss of a parent at such a young age can be devastating. It can also create within a person the drive and inspiration to find ways to change the world.

Unfortunately, cardiovascular disease is now the leading cause of death in the United States. It has not decreased since 1951, but increased at an exorbitant rate. According to the American Heart Association, 40.5% of the population of the United States, by 2030, is projected to have some form of cardiovascular disease. That’s a whopping 110 million Americans.

But heart disease is largely preventable. A healthy diet, regular exercise, smoking cessation, drinking alcohol in moderation (if at all) and a healthy weight can help you dodge the heart-disease bullet. Omega-3s (EPA and DHA) can also provide an essential tool to help fight—or even reverse—heart disease.

At Res-Q, we are still carrying on my dad’s mission to save lives and work harder at getting the message out about the importance of our products. Through customer testimonials, we now know what scientists and researchers have predicted all along: Only pure, potent omega-3s are essential at tackling this life-threatening disease, along with diet and exercise.

In recognition of National Heart Month, we remember all the loved ones we lost to heart attacks, strokes and other forms of heart-related diseases. We also celebrate those who have chosen to change their lives and take steps to fight these diseases.

Heart-Healthy Res-Q Supplements:

Res-Q 1250 is intended to supplement a healthy diet. Res-Q 1250 provides a pure and potent source of the heart-protective omega-3 fatty acids that have been shown in studies to promote longevity, reduce triglycerides and inflammation, improve the overall cholesterol profile, stabilize plaque, increase circulation, support healthy and elastic arteries and help maintain a normal heart rhythm. High cholesterol is a risk factor for coronary heart disease that can be maintained within a normal range using diet and supplements. Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels can encourage clean arteries. Blocked arteries are often a cause of heart attack or stroke.

Res-Q Mg provides magnesium as a daily supplement. Magnesium helps support a healthy heart function.

Res-Q Orosine is an exciting, new Res-Q supplement designed specifically for the heart. Res-Q Orosine increases heart energy, encourages heart cell repair and supports the function of the heart muscle. The heart is under stress when blood pressure is elevated and the heart is at risk when arteries are blocked. High blood pressure can damage the heart’s structure.  Res-Q Orosine helps maintain a healthy heart structure.  Managing high blood pressure and supplementing with Res-Q Orosine can improve cardiovascular health.

Res-Q CellPower is an antioxidant supplement that encourage healthy, elastic arteries. The CoQ10 in Res-Q CellPower has been shown in studies to improve heart function and inhibit the oxidation of cholesterol. Additionally, when inhibiting the body’s production of cholesterol, it is imperative to supplement with CoQ10.

Res-Q Multi is a multiple vitamin complex that is heart-healthy. Many people supplement the diet with vitamins, minerals and other heart-healthy nutrition to prevent nutritional deficiencies and improve their health. The B vitamin complex in Res-Q Multi ensures the proper balance of B vitamins and helps metabolize the amino acid homocysteine, which when elevated may damage the arteries. Preventing deficiencies in the key vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid is important.

Res-Q Land n Sea Fiber contains heart-healthy fiber known for its ability to cleanse excess blood cholesterol, maintain blood sugar and eliminate excess waste. Res-Q Land n Sea Fiber promotes a healthy colon and healthy arteries. Fiber is a very important part of the daily diet. A lack of fiber in the diet can cause many problems. To allow for a full cleansing effect, take fiber supplements two hours apart from other supplements or medications.

Res-Q Resveratrol is a powerful resveratrol supplement. Resveratrol is a phytochemical found in plants, red wine and red grape skins. Resveratrol has been shown in studies to improve circulation, reduce oxidation and inflammation, and promote optimal cardiovascular health. Take Res-Q Resveratrol with Res-Q 1250 for general good-health maintenance.

If you are new to Res-Q supplements, it is recommended that you speak with a consultant prior to placing your first order. Please call 1-800-26-ALIVE to speak with one of our knowledgable and friendly Res-Q consultants. Cell phone users dial 215-541-9890.

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Dipak K. Das Accused of Research Fraud

Let’s be honest—when a doctor is accused of fraud it’s pretty big news. Trouble is, the news has a tendency to blow things out of proportion for the sake of ratings. I’m talking about the resveratrol scandal. The University of Connecticut recently accused researcher Dr. Dipak K. Das of fraud regarding Das’ research on the benefits of resveratrol. But rather than focus solely on this doc’s fraud, the media took a much bigger leap and planted doubt about validity of resveratrol, and ultimately red wine itself. In fact, one news outlet chose to hype the story to the point of comparing red wine (from which resveratrol comes) to nothing more than a “Cinnabon.” That is to say, it has no benefits at all.

Wait a sec. One researcher gets caught altering a few reports and thousands of years of knowing that red wine has amazing health benefits goes down the tubes?

Ridiculous.

In case you don’t know about resveratrol, it is a phytochemical found in red-grape skins and red wine. The American Cancer Society defines phytochemicals as a “wide variety of compounds produced by plants” that are found in fruits, vegetables, beans, grains, and other plants. Resveratrol is also a powerful antioxidant. And it has been scientifically proven to increase the lifespan of yeast, worms, fruit flies, fish and mice fed a high-calorie diet.

It does not take an experienced supplement researcher to know the difference between the benefits of phytochemicals and a donut. And yet, scientific fraud and Cinnabons are so much more newsworthy, aren’t they?

So, let’s talk about the facts. Here is what the American Cancer Society has to say about phytochemicals:

FACT: Although Dr. Das is a resveratrol researcher who was accused of altering the pictures of the blot images for publication in journals, he was not, by any means, the sole researcher of all resvertarol studies. Presently, there are thousands of simultaneous studies (4,479 scientific studies or reports, to be exact) by major universities and research centers around the world that are studying the benefits of resveratrol.

FACT: Of these studies, Das reported on less than 1.7 percent of them. Most resveratrol research is published by researchers other than Das.

As published in Forbes, “It is unclear whether it has any impact at all on the larger body of scientific research involving resveratrol and related areas. (It’s also possible that Das is only the first of dozens of rotten eggs yet to be discovered in this embryonic field.)”

However, in defense of Das’s work, the article pointed out: “The alleged faulty tests in no way altered the outcome of his research studies. The western blot test was only one of many tests used to draw scientific conclusions in published studies. Furthermore, other independent labs, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) itself, validated Das’ work, as well as researchers in Europe and Japan.”

My point?

Don’t stop taking resveratrol supplements for several reasons.

First of all, fruits and vegetables (like grapes!) contain not only vitamins and minerals but lots of healthy nature-made beneficial phytochemicals: lycopene, lutein, resveratrol and ellagic acid, just to name a few. Even if we don’t fully understand all of the health benefits of phytochemicals, we do have common sense. Fruits and veggies are good for us!

Second, people feel better when they eat healthy foods and take supplements derived from them. If you need proof that vitamins work, don’t go to the library and read the 70 years’ worth of research backing this up, just take vitamins daily and see for yourself.

Third, and I hate to say it, don’t believe everything you read. If you’re anything like me (who tends to believe everything I read!), make sure you get your news from a reputable source that gives balanced—as opposed to sensationalized—news. Ironically, the media that transformed the news story about Dr. Das into “resveratrol is a scam” are the same media that took an anti-aging study and hyped it into “Resveratrol, the new miracle pill!” What we need from our information sources is a balanced overview of the scientific data on a subject and not a bunch of hype that is pre-molded to fit the news event of the day.

Last but not least, just ask the people who take resveratrol. Sometimes testimonials are your most powerful source of knowledge.

Res-Q Product of the Week:

Res-Q Resveratrol is a red wine extract supplement that provides multiple cardiovascular benefits for heart health, and also overall health and wellness by contributing to cell health and function. Res-Q Resveratrol promotes heart health by supporting blood vessel function and by inhibiting the oxidation of cholesterol. To order Res-Q products or speak with a Res-Q consultant about the many benefits of Res-Q products, call toll free: 1-800-262-5483. Cell phone users may prefer to dial 215-541-9890.

References:

Gulp! Faking Red Wine Research, Jan. 18, 2012
Phytochemicals, American Cancer Society
Resveratrol and Fraud, Jan. 2012, Forbes

Trouble is, there is still a lot of confusion about which omega-3s to take and what the exact benefits are. EPA and DHA (two of the most important omega-3 molecules in fish oil) are the building blocks of our brain. We can’t think, grow or evolve without them! And we are not getting enough in our daily diet. In fact, most of us are critically deficient of these nutrients.

How is that possible? Well, several factors play a key role: the over-abundance of processed foods (no one hunts or fishes for their meals anymore); the limited consumption of fatty fish in our diets (the FDA doesn’t recommend we eat more than two servings per week because of toxic fish!) and a few misconceptions about where to find EPA and DHA to begin with.

Here are a few myths to watch out for and a guide to help you understand the importance of omega-3s.

Myth 1: The best omega-3s can be found in flax and walnuts. They’re healthier for you than fish.

It’s true that there are omega-3s found in flax and other plant-based foods. But they are not the best version of omega-3s. All omega-3 fatty acids are “essential” fatty acids (EFA) because they are vital for normal metabolism and cannot be synthesized or created by the human body.

There are three main types of omega-3s: EPA, DHA and ALA. Foods like flaxseed, leafy green veggies and walnuts all have the ALA form of omega-3s, and while they are very healthy for you, our bodies need to work to convert them into something recognizable that we can actually use—EPA and DHA. Fish and high-quality fish-oil capsules contain EPA and DHA, so they’re already in the form your body recognizes. The fish in the sea have done all the work for you! No extra work needs to be done to convert anything. EPA and DHA are required in high amounts for optimal heart and brain heath.

There are also two issues with ALA that prevent it from being the best form of EFA:

1. Some people’s bodies have trouble converting ALA to EPA and DHA, or they simply cannot convert it at all.

2. If you are taking an omega-3 for the prevention of heart disease, the ALA form has not been shown in case studies to lower triglycerides significantly, whereas EPA and DHA have. In fact, most studies on omega-3s have been done on EPA and DHA, simply because these molecules have already been converted. They are also the two essential fatty acids that make up the brain.

Myth 2: Omega-6s are just as important.

While this is a true statement, it’s a little misleading. Both omega-3s and omega-6s are essential. We need them to survive and we need to find them in our diet because our bodies cannot make them. While omega-3s are found in fish, omega-6s are found in plant-based vegetable oils. Trouble is, we ingest 14-25 times more omega-6s than omega-3s when the ratio should be balanced. Years ago, our intake of omega-3s compared to omega-6s was closer to a 1:1 ratio. Our diets consisted of a lot more fish and grass-eating wild game animals and a lot less vegetable oil, corn and soy products (did you know that corn oil or a variety of it is found in almost ALL our snack foods as a processing agent?). Today, it is grossly imbalanced. In fact, “Some researchers believe an imbalance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may lead to a variety of mental disorders, including hyperactivity, depression, brain allergies and schizophrenia.” (fi.edu)

The other problem is inflammation. Even though omega-6s are essential, they tend to cause inflammation, whereas omega-3s reduce inflammation. When we have a 1:1 ratio of omega-3s to omega-6s, our chance of inflammation—including that associated with heart disease—is vastly lower.

Did you also know that scientists studying the evolution of man’s brain found that “early humans who lived near water sources and ate seafood experienced the big brain change!” Conversely, “the inland Australopithecines did not have access to omega-3 essential fatty acids and got stuck at a brain capacity that was not much bigger than a chimpanzee for three million years.” (fi.edu) Omega-3s in the form of EPA and DHA grow your brain!

Myth 3: I get enough omega-3 from fish.

There’s no question, eating fish is healthy for you. Not only do you get valuable amounts of EPA and DHA in fish, but they are also an excellent source of protein, vitamin B-12 and iron. There are also trace amounts of iodine, calcium, phosphorus and vitamins A and D found in most fish.

Trouble is, fish can be contaminated with various toxins including metals like mercury and lead, industrial chemicals like PCBs, and even pesticides like DDT and dieldrin. Some fish are so contaminated that the federal government and environmental protection agencies recommend limited or no consumption of those fish. As an example, wild-caught Alaskan salmon is a relatively safe fish to eat, whereas farmed Atlantic salmon is one of the worst.

And yet, as a rule, we are still only supposed to eat a maximum of two servings per week. How can we balance our ratio of omega-3s with omega-6s if we can only eat two servings per week while getting 25 servings of omega-6s? Cutting back on omega-6s can help, but supplementing with omega-3s is crucial in maintaining better health and a more balanced metabolism.

Myth 4: Supplements such as fish oil don’t do anything for you.

This one is false. For the past 30 years, research has only grown to include more and more reliable, well-respected studies on the benefits of supplementing with EPA and DHA. In fact, in 2004 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave “qualified health claim” status to EPA and DHA fatty acids. In short, EPA and DHA have been found to improve cardiovascular disease, decrease triglycerides, reduce inflammation, improve immune function, improve memory, increase eye health and much more. According to some, “high-dose pharmaceutical-grade fish oil is as close to a medical miracle as we will see in the 21st century.” For hundreds of customers’ feedback on what supplements can and will do for you, please see our Testimonials page.

Myth 5: Fish oil is only for people who are sick.

False. They don’t call omega-3s “essential fatty acids” for nothing. They are essential to every living thing on the planet that has a brain. They are not just required for superhuman health, but to keep us alive and generally well on a very basic level. Unfortunately, our bodies do not make them on their own. That means we need to find them in our diet. As short as 50 years ago, fish and wild-caught game were abundant. But now with the onslaught of processed foods and meats procured from animals that are now exclusively grain-fed (instead of grass-fed), there are virtually no omega-3s in our diet. According to some experts, we only eat 23 milligrams of omega-3 fatty acids per day. That’s way below the recommended 950 milligrams of omega-3s necessary for our survival. It’s no wonder that heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other kinds of brain disorders are astronomically high. Without omega-3s, people become sick.

Res-Q Product of the Week

Res-Q 1250 is an omega-3 supplement that provides health benefits for the entire body.

Res-Q Calamarine is a high-potency DHA supplement that helps provide extra omega-3 for brain and eye health.