The Secret to Health and Longevity our Ancestors Left Us

One of the goals of the American Longevity Institute is to seek out and find new breakthroughs in health and wellness. Our core mission is to help you live a healthier and happier life.

But sometimes it's not about discovering something new. It's about rediscovering the lost and the forgotten secrets our ancestors tried to pass down to us.

Inca Elixir is one such example.

You see, one of the things that keep our research team very busy is answering a simple question-why is it our ancient ancestors virtually never got cancer?

There are some answers to be found in the environment we live in today including pollution, stress, toxins, and a poor diet.

But there is something more to this question. Just look at the history of Native Americans.

This is a whole race of people who were documented as virtual "super humans" by 16th, 17th and 18th century Europeans.

• Bathed in ice cold water in winter...
• Walked naked in the summer sun without burning...
• Ran down buffalo in a full sprint...
• Impervious to infection and disease....

By the end of the 19th century and into today, Native Americans live a lifestyle far from what their ancestors lived. It's no wonder Native Americans today have the highest risks for...

• Heart disease
• Cancer
• Diabetes
• Cardiovascular disease
• Osteoporosis

This is a dramatic change. And in historical terms a very sudden transformation from super humans to a weak and sickly nation.

Native Americans have abandoned their traditional foods and their traditional lifestyle.

But this is not a Native American-only problem. It's only the most dramatic illustration.

Diabetes, heart disease, obesity, alcoholism, cancer, Alzheimer's and more are becoming a normal part of life for all Americans-just as common as a cold.

The people of the Ancient World just did not suffer these kinds of ailments to the degree we see now.

So, what can you do?

Our research team recommends a new book that has identified a specific "X-Factor" that made our ancestors super humans.

It identifies a lost and long-forgotten component in our diet that helped our ancient ancestors...

• Fight rheumatoid arthritis
• Prevent cavities...
• Improve cardiovascular circulation...
• Balance blood sugar...
• Boost energy and strength...

The findings in this book are very compelling and the research is sound. For details on this breakthrough study on X-Factor, click here.

What are your treatment options for back pain?

Back pain has become a national epidemic. According to the Mayo Clinic, approximately 80% of all Americans will have low back pain at least once in their lives.

It's because of back pain that many of us can't do simple things like sitting at a desk, lifting or carrying everyday objects, playing with our children or grandchildren, or enjoying physical intimacy.

So what causes back pain?

The human back is composed of a complex structure of muscles, ligaments, tendons, disks and bones. Each segment of our spine is cushioned with cartilage-like pads. Trouble starts when any of these components are compromised. Here are just a few causes:

• Strain: Strained muscles, strained ligaments or lifting something improperly are the most common causes of back pain.
• Ruptured disks: Each vertebra in our spine is cushioned by disks. If the disk ruptures there will be more pressure on a nerve, resulting in back pain. 
• Sciatica: A sharp and shooting pain that travels through the buttock and down the back of the leg, caused by a bulging or herniated disk pressing on a nerve. 
• Arthritis: Patients with osteoarthritis sometimes develop spinal stenosis where the space around the spinal cord narrows. 
• Osteoporosis: Bones, including the vertebrae of the spine, become brittle and porous, making compression fractures more likely. 
• Sleep disorders: People with sleep disorders are more likely to experience back pain, compared to others. 
• Bad mattress: If a mattress does not support specific parts of the body and keep the spine straight, there is a greater risk of developing back pain.
• Everyday activities or poor posture

Your treatment options for back pain

In the case of acute and chronic back pain the most common treatments are either drugs or surgery.

Drug treatments include OTC painkillers like acetaminophen (found in Tylenol) and ordinary aspirin. But they include reported risks like liver failure and internal bleeding.

Stronger prescription drugs like NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) also include risky side effects like heart attacks and hemorrhagic strokes.

And then there is the obvious risk of having your spine tinkered with in surgery.

Of course the best medicine is prevention. Here are a few tips to help you lower your risk of back pain:

• Exercise: Try regular exercises that work the abdominal and back muscles, help strengthen muscles which protect your back and improve flexibility.
• Stop Smoking: A significantly higher percentage of smokers have back pain incidences compared to non-smokers of the same age, height and weight.
• Lose weight: The fatter you are the greater your risk of developing back pain.
• Improve your posture: Stand upright, head facing forward, back straight, and balance your weight evenly on both feet-and keep your legs straight.
• Lift objects properly: The secret for protecting your back when lifting is to use your legs to do the lifting, more than your back. Do not straighten your legs before lifting. Otherwise, you'll be using your back for most of the work. 
• Proper footwear: Flat shoes place less of a strain on the back. 
• Supportive mattress: You should have a mattress that keeps your spine straight, while at the same time supporting the weight of your shoulders and buttocks. And use a pillow to help keep your neck aligned with the rest of your back, not bent into an angle.

The safe and natural way to support healthy blood pressure

Our research team has discovered an all-natural product with the perfect recipe for combating the silent killer-unhealthy blood pressure.

It's called Ultimate BP. This doctor-formulated, doctor-approved supplement helps regulate your blood pressure with three unique ingredients.

• Vitamin K2 (MK-7)-Removes calcium from the walls of your arteries and delivers it to your bones where it's needed. And gives you optimum cardiovascular support by helping keep your blood vessels open for healthy blood flow and normal blood pressure.

• Meganatural BP-A unique and exclusive grapeseed extract that's clinically proven to help relax your blood vessels. Relaxed arteries open up and allow blood to easily pass through-without raising your blood pressure.

• VitaBlue Wild Blueberry Extract-A remarkable superfood that helps block the formation of Angiotensin II. By stopping production of this protein, you can help keep your arteries soft and flexible-and support healthy blood pressure.

Users of Ultimate BP routinely report...

• A normalization of their blood pressure
• Balanced cholesterol levels
• Healthier, more elastic arteries
• And stronger bones 

Here are a few true-life experiences from users of Ultimate BP.

"I started Ultimate BP™ during some very stressful times. When I went to my doctor's appointment for a follow-up, he was surprised that my blood pressure was doing so good. He had been expecting it to be higher. Surprised him and me too!"

--Eileen, Florida

"I hate taking any drugs and especially, blood pressure medications. Most do not agree with me OR I just don't like putting up with the side effects. This BP product has been keeping my blood pressure at very good levels, which is why I tried it. I will be more certain of the results after the 2nd month. So far, so good."

--Moon, Dayton, WA

"I got this product for my husband in 2009 when I realized that his once healthy blood pressure had crept up over several years to an abnormally high level. With daily use of the Ultimate BP formula, his blood pressure dropped back down to a normal, healthy level within a month and has remained there ever since, even during times of stress. Outstanding natural product that really works!"

--Carol, Santa Barbara, CA

To try Ultimate BP yourself, click here.

5 Warning Signs That You're Having a Stroke

When it comes to a stroke, you (or a loved one) are in a race against a clock.

    The time between the onset of a stroke and the start of stroke treatment could mean the difference between recovery and severe brain injury.

    The key is to immediately get to the emergency room for a brain scan.

• If you're suffering from an ischemic stroke, which results from blocked blood flow to the brain, you must be treated within 3 hours of the onset of symptoms in order for clot-busting drugs to be effective.   

• If you're a victim of a hemorrhagic stroke, doctors need to stop the rupture and bleeding in or around the brain.

    In either case, the quicker the treatment, the less disabling the damage.

I cannot stress this point enough

  

    Call 9-1-1 immediately if you, or someone you're with, experience any of the following 5 symptoms...

1. Numbness or weakness, particularly on one side of the body. This can be in the face, an arm, or a leg. If someone you're with appears to be experiencing this, ask the person to smile, lift both arms, or move both legs. If one side of the body doesn't respond, it may be a sign of stroke.     
2. Confusion or trouble speaking. Difficulty talking or understanding could mean that blood is not getting to the area of the brain that controls language. Try to repeat a simple sentence. Slurred or strange speech could indicate trouble.  
3. Vision and perception problems. Stroke can diminish sight in one or both eyes or cause double vision. It can also lessen a person's ability to make sense of basic visual cues, like recognizing a face or familiar objects.  
4. Trouble moving. Loss of coordination and balance or difficulty walking can signal that a stroke has occurred in the part of the brain where voluntary muscle coordination is controlled. 
5. Severe headache. A painful headache out of the blue or with no known cause may signal a stroke, most often a hemorrhagic stroke.

    VERY IMPORTANT: Even if these symptoms only last a few minutes, seek medical attention at once by calling 9-1-1, or going to your local hospital emergency room.

    Strokes have impacted quite a few of my family members and it's the reason why I am so passionate about this topic.

    Remember, every second counts.  Acting quickly can help assure your best recovery from a stroke and give you the best chance for a longer and happier life.

Why We Age: Free Radicals Explained

You and I show the signs of aging because our body's cells are constantly being bombarded by "free radicals" causing damage over time.

So where do these free radicals come from? A free radical is any atom or molecule that has a single unpaired electron in an outer shell. In layman's terms, it's a loose cannon ricocheting in your body at a cellular level.

Our bodies try to protect us from free radical damage by producing enzymes that neutralize them. As we age, our ability to produce these enzymes diminishes so we must supplement this function with antioxidants found in what we eat and drink.

Antioxidants are a kind of "free radical scavengers." They destroy free radicals by feeding electrons to them, which neutralizes the free radical making it harmless. 

The Dangers of Over-The-Counter Pain Relief

Just because a pain medication is "over-the counter" doesn't mean it's safe.

For instance, Acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, is the leading cause of liver damage and liver failure in the world. It's the most common call to poison control centers in the U.S. And it's responsible last year for...

• 56,000 emergency room visits
• 26,000 hospitalizations
• and 458 deaths

Another over-the-counter drug are the NSAIDs which stands for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Here's what you need to know about these "safe and effective" little pills:

• Aspirin is responsible for more internal bleeding than any other drug (save blood thinners). Many people have died in their sleep bleeding to death after taking aspirin.

• Ibuprofen, found in famous-name drugs like Motrin, Advil and Nuprin, has been shown to cause bleeding ulcers, breathing difficulties and blindness....PLUS it increases the risk of a heart attack or a hemorrhagic stroke. 

• Naproxen, the active ingredient in products like Aleve, has been proven to increase your risk of heart disease.

And even if you don't succumb to these extreme side-effects you are still facing the more common dangers including

• dizziness
• sores in the mouth
• headaches
• heartburn
• nosebleeds
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• diarrhea
• constipation
• hypertension
• Insomnia
• burning or tingling in the arms or legs
• ulcers

It's amazing to think you could be simply looking for relief from back pain or a knee injury or a headache and you end up with liver failure.

Natural Relief for Pain

For hundreds of years herbal remedies have been used to fight pain. And over the last few decades these treatments have been put to scientific scrutiny to prove their safety and effectiveness.

These remedies include:

Menthol: This natural herb is actually approved as a pain reliever by the FDA.

Emu Oil: Used for centuries by the Australian Aborigines to help reduce joint pain, muscle soreness, stiffness, and swelling.

Marigold: This flowering plant has historically been rubbed on affected areas as a remedy for pain, sprains and swelling.

Coriander: Also known as cilantro this fresh-scented herb has proven effective for easing arthritis pain, migraine headaches and relaxing and soothing the nervous system.

Nettle: Many people use the stinging nettle for treating joint pain, sprains and strains. Scientists believe it reduces pain by reducing levels of inflammatory chemicals in the body.

Willow Bark: The active ingredient in willow bark became the focus of research which led to the creation of aspirin. Today, pain sufferers are returning to the natural source to avoid the side effects of synthetic aspirin.

Nature has given you its own medicine cabinet of effective treatments for pain without harmful side effects. Talk to your doctor about these alternatives and give them a try.