A new study conducted at the Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh has found that people who get fewer than seven hours of sleep a night are 300% more likely to catch colds.

The study seemed to point to more than just a casual relationship between the sleep-deprived and their likely increase in colds, ,but tended to prove the overall position that a person who’s immune system is already suppressed, when combined with the lack of sleep, is virtually doomed to getting a cold.

Those who keep themselves healthy on the other hand tend to go for years without getting a cold…sometimes even when they are not getting the required amount of sleep (it should be noted however, that there are some very credible studies that reveal prolonged bad habits of not getting enough sleep can have dire health consequences).

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“It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep.” Psalm 127:2.

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Health researcher Mike Adams, commenting on the research from Carnegie Mellon University with regard to the cold writes “Resisting colds is quite easy for the nutritionally informed. When your body retains sufficient levels of both vitamin D and zinc, catching common colds is virtually impossible. I haven’t caught a cold in more than six years, probably, and most hard-core natural health consumers who live on super foods and raw foods reports virtually zero colds.”

He points out further that, “the people who catch colds the most often are those who get flu shots, indicating that flu shots may actually weaken the immune system, making recipients more vulnerable to future infections. It is well documented, by the way, that flu shots — even if they work — only protect people against last year’s flu strains, not this year’s flu. Thus, the whole basis upon which flu shots are promoted is temporally flawed to begin with…”

In the study in discussion it was found that volunteers who spent the least amount of time in bed, or who tossed and turned instead of sleeping, had a much greater chance of catching a cold when viruses were dripped into their noses.

Those who slept longer and more soundly fought off infection better according to the study.

“Although sleep’s relationship with the immune system is well-documented, this is the first evidence that even relatively minor sleep disturbances can influence the body’s reaction to cold viruses,” Cohen, the study’s leader, said in a statement.

“It provides yet another reason why people should make time in their schedules to get a complete night of rest.”

The researchers stated that sleep disturbance may have an effect on the immune system signaling chemicals called cytokines or histamines.

Keith M Henry is the Director of phase 3ministries, based in Orlando FL. He is medical missionary herbalist, and Naturopathic doctor candidate. Download your free copy of his report, Emergency Herbal Medicine, HERE. It may very well save your life.

Sources: Natural News.Com

Reuters U.K.

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Valerian root is contained in some well known European sleeping aids, some of which have been proven to be effective. The herb is also recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a mild hypotensive (blood pressure lowering) herb.

Valerian root has been used by herbalist for ages for the purpose of relieving acute stress, anxiety, pain and spasm. The type of person that seems to benefit the most from Valerian’s effects are those who tend to hold everything inside, with all the mental and physical (especially muscular) tension that results.

Valerian Root is a strong herbal nervine. It is well-known for its sleep enhancing properties and its calming effects.

It is not addictive like valium and therefore a person does not build a tolerance to it and doses do not have to be increased over time—Valerian root does not need a prescription.

Short term studies of Valerian Root, lasting up to two weeks, suggest success in treating some types of insomnia, particularly those related to anxiety, nervousness, or stress, such as a fitful, restless sleep with frequent arousals. The long-term effect of the herb has not been studied in a scientific setting…however, as noted earlier, herbalist have used it for ages with good results. Interestingly…Valerian root is said to be the only herb with some data to show that it helps treat insomnia.

Studies reveal that Valerian root is a natural sedative and aids some people in maintaining a healthy, deep sleep.

Studies into Valerian’s safety over the long term have not been undertaken, but side effects using Valerian root are rare. Valerian appears to work best when taken for several weeks or more, although some Valerian users find it works for them right away.

Research has demonstrated that neither single nor repeated evening administrations of Valerian Root have a negative impact on reaction time, alertness or concentration the day after use. Researchers observed significant improvements in subjects’ ability to fall asleep and sleep through the night and a decreased level of fatigue after 14 days of treatment.

Keith M Henry is the Director of phase 3ministries, based in Orlando FL. He is medical missionary herbalist, and Naturopathic doctor. Download your free copy of his report, Emergency Herbal Medicine, HERE. It may very well save your life.

These statements have not been approved by the Federal Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure any disease. Always consult a competent health professional if you are having problems.

Cherries have some amazing health benefits…some are listed below:
 

Help Fight Cancer and Disease

Cherries, with lots of other berries, are a rich source of antioxidants. They help stop or correct the damage that is done to the body’s cells by free radicals.
This indicates that antioxidants replace free radicals in your body before they could cause any damage.

Queritrin

Queritrin— a flavonoid–is loaded in cherries, and has been found by analysts to be one of the most virile anticancer agents. When eating cherries, the queritrin is set free to battle off all the body’s carcinogenic cells. Some analysts say that ellagic acid could be the best way to stop cancer.

Another compound found in cherries–perillyl alcohol ( POH ) –is extremely strong in reducing the incidence of every kind of cancer. Analysts discovered that POH stops the expansion of cancer cells by depriving them of the proteins they need to grow. It has worked on each sort of cancer that POH has been tested against.

Help Relieve Pain of Arthritis and Gout

Tart cherries contain the compounds, anthocyanins and bioflavonoids. Both of these compounds slow down the enzymes Cyclo-oxyygenase-1 and — two, which helps to relieve and forestall arthritis and gout in the body.

Prevent Premature Aging

Cherries are loaded in 2 significant flavonoids, isoqueritrin and queritrin, which act as antioxidants and work to get rid of byproducts of oxidative stress, thus slowing down the aging process.

Cherries Help Cure Migraines

By helping to reduce inflammation in the body, the anthocyanin and bioflanoids in cherries also help eliminate migraine headaches. These compounds are known to have similar activity to aspirin and ibuprofen.

Improve Body’s Circadian Rhythms

In depth research highlights that the antioxidant melatonin, which is also loaded in cherries, is important in enhancing the body’s circadian rhythms. Since melatonin is located in tiny quantities in the body, a slight increase can produce excellent results.

Help You Sleep

Melatonin is also found to help the body’s natural sleep patterns. Since the body so quickly soaks up melatonin, cherries can increase melatonin levels in the blood, thus bettering the way you sleep.

So start reaping the advantages of cherry juice …now!

Keith M Henry is the Director of phase 3ministries, based in Orlando FL. He is medical missionary herbalist, and Naturopathic doctor candidate. Download your free copy of his report, Emergency Herbal Medicine, HERE. It may very well save your life.
 Source: Dr. Joseph Mercola

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