http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,23,news.sm Recent news from Natural Ange en-us Copyright © 2010 Natural Ange http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,238,swine_flu.sm Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:30:00 +1200 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,237,good_behaviour.sm Tue, 21 Jul 2009 08:04:00 +1200 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,236,the_safer_way_to_treat_coldsflus.sm From the New Zealand Herald – March 2009 Health officials today move to check availability of more than 60 cough /flu medications after UK authorities ordered warning labels for the products, which have been linked to dozens of deaths. Britain's Telegraph newspaper yesterday reported more than 60 over-the-counter medicines would be marked with warnings that they must not be given to children under 6, and are not recommended for under 12. Many medicines have been specifically labelled as being suitable for children. The move comes after dozens of British youngsters who took the medicines died or suffered hallucinations and allergic reactions. In NZ, the Health Ministry spokesman said drug authority Medsafe "will consider advice from the UK and work quickly to consider whether similar moves are required here in NZ". The first step is to ascertain exactly which products are available in New Zealand. The British warnings cover a range of ingredients: the nasal decongestants pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, phenylephrine; antihistamines diphenhydramine, chlorphenamine, bromopheniramine, doxylamine; cough suppressants dextromethorphan and pholcodine and expectorants such as guaifenesin. The Telegraph said reports had shown that when cases involving people of all ages were taken into consideration, dozens had died after taking medication containing the ingredients. Meanwhile, more than 3000 reported "adverse reactions". Diphenhydramine, which is used in Benylin Children's Coughs and Colds, was mentioned in reports of 27 deaths, while chlorphenamine, in Tixylix Cough and Cold, was mentioned in reports of 11 deaths. The British Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency said a review of 69 cough / cold remedies for children had "found no robust evidence that these medicines work" and gave warning that "they can cause side-effects, such as allergic reactions, effects on sleep or hallucinations". * On the British warning list 6 Benylin products including Chesty Coughs and Benylin 4 Flu 5 Vicks products including Cold & Flu Care Daymed Capsules and Cold & Flu care Medinite Complete Syrup 4 Lemsip products including Max Cold & Flu and Max Sinus Capsules 3 Tixylix products: Cough and Cold, Chesty Cough and Night Cough NATURAL ANGE says to try using a safer alternative such as the Natural Ange Herbal Cold Decongestant formula containing the safe but effective herbs.... Echinacea and Eyebright. Available on the website under the Products section.]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:57:00 +1300 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,235,no_to_nano.sm Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:34:00 +1300 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,203,vitamin_c_and_zinc_for_immunity.sm Wed, 04 Jun 2008 20:06:00 +1200 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,202,childrens_health.sm Tue, 03 Jun 2008 20:03:00 +1200 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,201,obesity_a_risk_for_cancer.sm Tue, 03 Jun 2008 19:50:00 +1200 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,200,echinacea_really_does_work.sm Echinacea angustifolia, or Echinacea purpurea are the correct botanical species. It is important to purchase the preparation made from the root, rather than the flowering tops. The root contains the akylamides which are responsible for the immune stimulating activity. This kind of preparation gives a tingling sensation on the tongue, therefore you can easily tell if you have bought an effective product. The herbal Cold Decongestant Formula on this website contains excellent quality Echinacea. Studies show that Echinacea root extract enhances immune function by raising the natural killer cells. It is good in prevention – taking 5ml daily in the winter months or change of season. If you catch a cold or influenza, studies show that the Echinacea group are sick for fewer days than the control group and the intensity of the symptoms are rated as less. In an acute situation, it is important to take enough of the medicine to treat the infection. Start with 5 ml 4-6 times daily, and then once symptoms are improving, reduce to 3 times daily until the viral infection has gone. Then resume the preventative dose. Echinacea has had a lot of mis-information in the past few years. This may be because there are products that are ineffective by using the wrong part of the plant – the flowering tops rather than the root. The root is easier to harvest and is therefore cheaper to produce. Some of the research studies also may have been well under the therapeutic dose. It is important to set it right – according to the scientific reports on Echinacea and the traditional use of Echinacea. It is a truly wonderful herb, that when it is used correctly, is highly effective for a wide range of conditions.]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:03:00 +1200 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,192,is_soy_ok_or_not.sm Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:57:00 +1200 http://www.naturalange.co.nz/default,191,natural_anges_book.sm The Pocket Guide to Good Health, A handy-sized book full of health issues in a 'question and answer' format, is available through Whitcoulls nationwide or you can buy from the clinic. Grab your copy now!]]> Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +1200