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Theodore
 
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freedom4all wrote:
> ProductScan Online release their 2006 predictions for "Heath and
> Wellness Trends" and the following is a link to an article featuring
> their predictions:
> http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/...&m=1NIUD06&c=d....
>
>
> Below are some highlights I like to make:
>
> They reports that "Omega-3, Superfruits and Chocolate are three of the
> four top trends to take the market by storm in 2006". "As of December
> 5 2005, ProductScan recorded 308 sku's of Omega-3 products launched in
> the US market...compared to 171 in 2004." "Another
> term that has made an impression on consumer consciousness is
> 'antioxidant'...helps prevent cell damage through oxidation...certain
> fruits pack a particularly powerful punch."
> "The Brazilian fruit Açai is said to be "nearing breakout status".
> "Dark chocolate's reputation as an antioxidant is also gaining
> ground...has been a major force in the unfolding antioxidant)
> research."
>
> I know of a product that contains ALL three (Omega-3, Acai & Dark
> Chocolate !!!
> If you take one fl. oz of the product (3 times a day), you would
> already meet the 3,000 to
> 5,000 ORAC Value or Antioxidant Content per day recommended by USDA.
>
> Studies have shown that by taking antioxidants one may experience:
>
> * decrease cardiovascular disease by stopping bad cholesterol from
> forming on vessel walls and narrowing the passage and lower cholesterol
>
> levels
> * prevent the formation of blood clots which can lead to heart attacks
> and strokes
> * increase the flexibility of blood vessels in order to lower blood
> pressures and decrease the stress on the heart
> * help the body utilize sugars better thus preventing diabetes as well
> as decreasing the complications of diabetes - vision problems,
> amputations, kidney problems
> * prevent dental caries and gum disease
> * improve memory and slow down dementia
> * prevent certain types of cancer
> * improve breathing problems
> * improve the quality of your skin
> * decrease the inflammation association with arthritis, fibromyalgia,
> or any inflammatory disease
> * decrease the size of the prostate and prevent urinary tract
> infections.
> * provide energy
> * improve liver function
> * improve depression
> * help with weight gains and decrease appetites
>
>
> Do you know Acai Berry:
> * has more proteins then an average egg
> * has a high amount of lipids that gives you the energy of a raging
> bull.
> * has essential minerals such as iron, potassium, phosphorus and
> calcium. Acai has all natural Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2
> (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C, Vitamin E (tocopherol)
> * has been shown to have up to 33 times the Antocyanine (a powerful
> Anti-Oxidant) then red wine grapes.
> * has a high level of fibers that is good for elderly and for people
> who have problems with digestive organs.
> * has two essential fatty acids known as Omega 6 (Linoleic acid) and
> Omega 9 (Oleic acid). Research shows that these fatty acids maintain
> normal cholesterol levels.
> * Acai's Anti-Oxidant factors play a large role in maintenance of
> vascular cardiac system, which is important for better blood
> circulation.
> * is considered one of the richest nutritive fruits from the Amazon or
> the world for that fact.
> * Very low Sugar content for a fruit
>
>
> For more details, visit http://mxi.myvoffice.com/kimktoh/ or some other
> useful weblinks
> found at http://mxi.myvoffice.com/kimktoh/Links.cfm.
>
> Thank you for your time.


Hello.
It is the first time I write in your forum.
I tried to find, (buy), some good health chocolate, but unfortunately,
they do not sell to Athens Greece.
Have you any idea, on how to achieve this?
Regards,
Theodore.