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By Geoff Garlinge

Q: In your opinion, what’s the absolute best and most friendly 100% natural protein powder? With so many on offer all saying they are superior, I just can’t get my head around it. I do know that with working physically hard all week, plus my exercise program that includes swimming, some weight training and Pilates, I really do need to be putting more protein in. I must tell you I have a very sensitive gut, so it definitely needs to be easy on the digestion. My preference is organic and as our son is presently vegan, if possible it will be great if it fits the bill in relation to that side too. Any tips for creating a powerful blend with it will be great. A: So many “natural” options (some real, some fake) means it certainly can be bewildering to the average consumer to say the least. While it’s true that certain natural substances do work better for some individuals and not for others, without any doubt Sprouted Organic Brown Rice Protein is my pick of the crop. Delivering substantially morebio-availableprotein than Hemp (a great natural source), this powerful gear is actually an antioxidant, strips kilos of unwanted fat, extremely gut-friendly , and even improves liver & heart function. Of course it’s totally vegan , and if all this wasn’t enough, studies have shown that it reduces the glycemic response and stabilises glucose levels while you safely build more lean muscle . Add Coco Pro Concentrate (Bio- available probiotics + rehydrating electrolytes = better brain function, immune response & cellular integrity ) to Almond milk , blend with ripe banana, high grade Organic Maqui Berry (not weak Acai) powder and 100% Organic Maca (beware of substandard material being passed off as the genuine article). The non- vegan family members can also enjoy adding some 20/30+ Jarrah WA Honey & Bee Pollen and you’ll all be flying in no time. Be careful to maintain this daily routine to see dynamic results. Q: HELP! Every year as winter starts to set in, it’s the same old same old in my house. And I’m finally now well and truly over it. It usually begins when I’m too busy to even notice the early signs that should alert me to take better care. Next

A: No need to apologise and thanks for elaborately sharing your family’s health problems. Gaining the knowledge to escape the cycle of seasonal sicknesses will also help many others. Typical sudden changes in the weather always provoke an array of negative health issues in many households such as yours. The negative repercussions of winter’s falling temperatures and chilly winds are equalled only by the onset of spring, where Hayfever & Sinus sufferers’ symptoms & attacks spiral. However, the good news is that neither scenario needs to eventuate if preventative measures are only simply put into place before the weather shifts. Though thankfully in your case there’s been no cancer or major degenerative disease, applying wisdom to “build the bombshelter before the bomb drops” is the best way to short circuit pain and suffering way beyond colds and flu. Prevention is always better than cure, yet it’s definitely still beneficial to implement changes even after winter hits. An injection of natural logic will stop draining illnesses from continually ruining your winters, give you all increased physical & mental energy, a brighter outlook, enhanced immunity, plus a far greater overall level of health & wellbeing than most people think is ever actually possible. Following is the basic guide to enjoy a healthy vibrant winter season: • Commit to eating real food ONLY • Start & finish the day with 1/2 chemical- free lemon in filtered water, followed by... 1tsp *Bee Pollen & 1tspn of *Fresh Royal Jelly in Raw Honey (repeat before bed) • Stay hydrated (min.1.5L filtered water daily *Coco Pro Conc. for Electrolytes+ more) • Inhale plenty of oxygen. Breathe deeply every morning for 10mins prior to exercise • Eat only as much as you need, lead by example to your kids, to live well & long • Get min.7-8 hours rest & improve sleep quality, recovery and immunity by taking... *Pure 100% Cherry Juice with 15ml *Olive leaf Activate Plus , 1 level teaspoon *NR Sodium Ascorbate, 2-4 *NG Propolis , 1 *OH Alkoxyglycerols (morn & night) • Take a course of *IL Artemisia Plus as directed for multiple positive health benefits • Keep *HG Cold & Flu Strike on hand. Start immediately in case of any symptoms

follows the odd cold that creeps up as it slowly but surely worsens, often with a sore throat. I’m embarrassed to admit I fall for the same vicious cycle every year. I sometimes also end up with a chest infection that drains all my energy and I worry I’ll have scarred lungs from all the coughing. Last year I even got the full blown flu and when feeling like I was at death’s door, I swore I wouldn’t let it happen again in 2018. My kids (five, eight, twelve and fourteen) usually go down first. Pretty soon all the grownups including my Mum and Dad, follow suit. It’s not long until the whole clan is sniffling, sneezing and coughing as we take turns to moan in voices that sound like we all swallowed razor blades for breakfast. The kids are far more resilient and do bounce back, but still always end up missing heaps of school due to illness. Of course the older ones are typically happy about that, though at the same time they often complain the loudest. Taking time off work for me means no pay, so it’s very stressful time financially too. So for the first time ever, I’ve been seriously thinking that I’ve really made a huge mistake by simply focussing on everything else except staying well. I now realise that trying to save money and not working on our health has totally backfired in more ways than one. The lost productivity is outrageous, not to mention plenty of time wasted sitting in doctors’ waiting rooms with other sick people, breathing in who knows what other bugs? Then there’s the hard earned cash spent on drugs (legal of course) that we hate to take, and for the most part probably don’t really hasten our recovery anyway. I at least understand antibiotics strip the good as well as the bad bacteria and that’s why Probiotics are very in these days. I heard they’re somehow good for the brain too. Sorry and please forgive me rambling on, but I’m very determined and ready to look at what needs to be done now for us to stay strong, keep working and hopefully prevent any serious health problems before they happen. My parents have worked hard all their lives and I know they should be enjoying life now, not being sick and laid up a few times a year. My plan is to lead by example to encourage them health wise instead of going down the medication track to the nursing home like most seniors do. Any advice will be hugely appreciated and will be put into practice at the very least by me. I’m excited to start making changes soon.

© 2018 GEOFF GARLINGE Dip. HC MRA (Medical Reg. Aust) - Geoff Garlinge is a Certified Health Counsellor, Nutritional and Nutraceutical Cancer Support Specialist & consultant to Australian University research facilities and the Natural Health Industry. With 30 years experience in the field, Geoff has lectured with and to Doctors, Pharmacists & CMPractitioners concerning Natural Health strategieswith a reach into Asia & TheMiddle East. The author of many articles in national publications and founder of AUSTRALIA’S OWN which he has headed up for the past 23 years. He may be contacted on 1300 888 012

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