Digestion takes place in the alimentary canal, a tube that runs from the mouth to the anus. The major gastrointestinal organs involved in digestion include: Esophagus, Stomach, Intestines, Colon, Rectum.

The liver and the pancreas also contribute to digestion, although they are not part of the alimentary canal. As food moves through the alimentary canal, it is broken down into a liquid substance containing nutrients that can be absorbed by the body. Acids and enzymes produced in digestive organs help this process. The portion of the food left over that does not contain nutrients is expelled from the body as feces during a bowel movement.

It usually takes between six and eight hours after a person consumes a food before it passes through the stomach and small intestine. Elimination of food residue from the colon usually begins after 24 hours, with complete elimination taking up to several days

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Symptoms from Dirty Colon and Toxins in your body:

Why is maintaining colon and digestive tract health so important?

• Each year, more than 50,000 people die from colorectal cancer.
  
• Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death due to cancer for men and women combined. (Lung cancer is the first.)
  
• Someone dies from colorectal cancer every 9.3 minutes.
  
• More lives are lost each year to colorectal cancer than to breast cancer and AIDS combined.

Few people notice their digestive system until there is an apparent problem, such as gas, indigestion, irregularity or diarrhea. But these common occurrences could also constitute symptomatic markers of much larger problems that place the spotlight on proper colon health and digestive system maintenance. It is well accepted that the average American diet tends to be quite high in both fat and calories. Modern lifestyles are not conducive to good colon health. Over a period of time, a diet lacking in certain nutrients and fiber can cause undigested food to slow down its transit time in the colon, which could lead to cancer-causing polyps. Also, toxins and bacteria from this leftover residue can lead to diarrhea and/or constipation. This could further lead to a condition known as diverticulitis, a condition characterized by inflammation of the colon lining. Such consequences certainly make the case for paying attention to the maintenance of sound colon health and a viable reason to cleanse the colon of toxic substances.

Cognitive health & Stress Management Supplements:

People who are prone to head discomfort have different brain chemistry from those who rarely experience any head discomfort.  Sometimes the severity of head discomfort is not fully realized until it results in nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, noise or smells. For this reason, it is extremely important for those who often experience head discomfort to take regular steps to maintain head comfort. Two ways to help maintain head comfort are to maintain normal serotonin, which is a messenger that helps regulate the diameter of the blood vessels.  Fluctuations in serotonin cause the blood vessels in the brain to frequently expand and contract   causing discomfort. Another way to maintain head comfort is to help your body maintain proper circulation. 

Headrest™ Head Comfort Formula is specially formulated with Riboflavin (vitamin B2), magnesium, feverfew and butterbur, which work synergistically to help the body maintain healthy platelet activity thereby, reducing the frequency, severity and duration of head discomfort. Headrest helps maintain optimal blood flow to the brain, promotes normal sinus function, supports healthy blood vessel dilation, promotes healthy respiratory functions, which all help to maintain head comfort or work to support head comfort. In clinical trials in both Germany and the U.S., butterbur reduced the incidence of head cavity discomfort by up to 61 percent. Headrest supplies a healthy level of magnesium, which correlates with brain health (magnesium deficiency is common among head discomfort sufferers). In addition to promoting head comfort, Headrest supports a healthy immune system and promotes healthy cognitive function.

Pentaxyl is a proprietary blend of herbal extracts and the breakthrough formulas of the Matrixyl Complex and Argireline which reduce the severity of wrinkles and furrows, help to thicken and firm the skin, and improve the texture and color that is lost from aging and environmental factors. Pentaxyl has harnessed the age-fighting power of "bio-peptide" technology, with three age-fighting bio-peptides (1) Pamitoyl-Pentapeptide-3 (Matrixyl) (2) Palmitoyl Oligopeptide (3) Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 (Argireline). Peptides are a low molecular weight amino acid groups that are building blocks of proteins that make up plants and animals. Palmitoyl_Pentapeptide-3 are based on wound-healing peptide discovered at National Institute of Health, which mimics human collagen fragments that appear to "fool" fibroblast into producing dermal matrix materials, which thickens dermis similar to Retinol, but without negative side effects.

With Pentaxyl you no longer have to suffer from embarrassing stretch marks. Pentaxyl is clinically proven to reduce the appearance of stretch marks, safely and effectively. Typically after only four to six weeks the depth of stretch marks is dramatically reduced. Each day the skin will take on a more "lifted" appearance and within four weeks, the radiance will be restored as skin discoloration fades. Over time the skin will be transformed to a more youthful appearance. While nothing can rewind time, Pentaxyl has been shown to restore a beautiful, resilient, flawless skin by fighting against the affects of aging and repairing the damage done by the environment in today's world, looking beautiful is one of societies top priorities. One of the most important aspects of beauty is proper skin care. Our skin is the canvas to the rest of our beauty regimen.

Whether our concern is with acne, having a flawless complexion, a glowing and vibrant color or a smooth texture, finding the best, most advanced ways to keep our skin looking amazing is of utmost importance. Our skin demonstrates to the world the time, effort and value we take to look our best.
            Beautiful skin should last a lifetime. External factors like pollution, UV rays and humidity and internal factors like oxidative damage, acne, and poor diet often damage the skin. This leaves the skin dry and dull or oily and dirty. As part of the natural aging process, the skin begins to develop deep wrinkles and furrows around the forehead, brow and eyes. The skin looses its natural luster and color. Pentaxyl has been shown to decrease deep wrinkles, decrease the density of furrows, increase natural collagen production and firm and thicken the skin.

Internal Cleansing-Detoxification helps weight loss -The first step in any weight loss, body shaping or anti-aging program should be cleansing. Colon cleansing is one of the most important steps--and usually the most overlooked--when attempting to lose weight, shape the body, flatten the waistline, improve the immune, digestive and eliminative systems, help certain health problems, and achieve optimum health. Colon cleansing can also help to jump start weight-loss programs and keep you on track when you reach difficult plateau periods. Treat yourself to a clean and healthy colon, start a colon cleanse.

NutriClean^TM Digestive and Colon   Maintenance System is a seven-day cleansing and detoxification system that is designed to optimize your digestive tract health by providing select nutrients and botanicals that cleanse and mildly purge the body of accumulated and potential toxins. This innovative three-step process only requires a week to cleanse your digestive system, and you

will definitely notice and appreciate the results!

NutriClean® HepatoCleanse, to support liver function, can be used daily and it is great for those who smoke, consume alcohol, exposed to toxins, diet low in fresh vegetables, fruits and whole grains, and eat a lot of processed foods.

The first step features HepatoCleanse™ capsules, acombination of special botanicals and nutrients that can help support healthy liver function. The liver is the body's primary filter for toxins that you ingest or are exposed to in the environment. The liver accomplishes this task through coordinated effort by two families of enzymes known as cytochrome P450s and conjugation enzymes, which can under perform due to a poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption and chronic stress. The cytochrome P450 enzymes split molecular oxygen (O2) and create an activated oxygen radical to react with a foreign compound. The conjugation enzyme can then act upon the oxidized compound and add other types of molecules to make the foreign compound more water soluble and excretable.

NutriClean® Aloe stimulates greater peristalsis — prompting increased movement of food through the digestive tract.

The second step involves use of NutriClean™ Release™ Tablets composed of special botanicals that cleanse the gastrointestinal tract and gently enhance peristalsis, the natural rhythms of the alimentary canal, and cleanse the bowel. The gastrointestinal tract is involved in digestion, the absorption of foods and the elimination of toxins. It is an integral part of the immune system, as it is interwoven with nearly 60% of the lymphatic system.

NutriClean® Advanced Fiber Powder helps cleanse the colon, promote healthy growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon, maintain balanced bowels, relieve occasional constipation and maintain overall digestive health. Great-tasting berry flavor.

The third step, NutriClean™ Fiber Powder, should be taken on a daily, ongoing basis. It is a great tasting orange/vanilla fiber powder that mixes easily with water and is made up of a blend of soluble and insoluble fibers along with probiotics and essential gastrointestinal nutrients. A serving of this provides 1.5 billion healthful microorganisms shown in studies to reduce lactose intolerance, balance the bowel by reducing diarrhea and relieving constipation, freshen breath and enhance immunity.

How do I use NutriClean?

You need to be sure that you are able to fully commit to the system for seven consecutive days. In the mornings, two hours after your first meal of the day, take two Release tablets (from the blister pack.) Also, drink 8 fluid ounces of the NutriClean Advanced Fiber Powder Drink Mix (mixing as directed). Throughout the day, be sure to drink plenty of water and other fluids (a minimum of 32 ounces, optimally 64 ounces per day). At bedtime, take the entire contents of of one daily packet, which includes two Release tablets and two HepatoCleanse capsules. You repeat this cycle for seven consecutive days, taking the tablets/fiber/capsules at the same time each day.

Weight Control and Energy Drink

Transitions™ Thermochrome with Advantra Z and South African Hoodia gordonii is a unique blend of herbs, extracts and vitamins that promises to provide you with calorie burning (thermogenesis), fat burning (lipolysis) and appetite suppression all in one product.  Typically when you  restrict calories/intake, your body stops working as hard and your metabolism slows down. Transitions™ Thermochrome allows you to restrict calories while maintaining your metabolism and increasing the burning of body fat for fuel. Isotonix® OPC-3 - derived from a powerful combination of plant bioflavanoids known as oligomeric proanthocyanidins, OPC-3 is made from a combination of grape seed, Pycnogenol® pine bark and red wine extracts in addition to bilberry and citrus extracts.They are the most natural and powerful free radical neutralizers and antioxidants discovered. Together, this combination of OPC is superior to any OPC on the market in active ingredients and isotonic capability. OPC-3 is a vegetarian product and is delivered to your body the way nature intended it, as a pleasant tasting, isotonic capable solution.   Headrest™ Head Comfort Formula is specially formulated with Riboflavin (vitamin B2), magnesium, feverfew and butterbur, which work synergistically to help the body maintain healthy platelet activity thereby, reducing the frequency, severity and duration of head discomfort. Headrest helps maintain optimal blood flow to the brain, promotes normal sinus function, supports healthy blood vessel dilation, promotes healthy respiratory functions, which all help to maintain head comfort or work to support head comfort. In clinical trials in both Germany and the U.S., butterbur reduced the incidence of head cavity discomfort by up to 61 percent. Headrest supplies a healthy level of magnesium, which correlates with brain health (magnesium deficiency is common among head discomfort sufferers). In addition to promoting head comfort, Headrest supports a healthy immune system and promotes healthy cognitive function. Transitions™ Thyroid Support Formula uses three approaches to help support healthy body weight — cortisol control, which can be affected by stress, thyroid health and thermogenesis (metabolic fat burning). MochaTonix®  is a nutritionally balanced drink, available in cappuccino, mocha and vanilla flavors.  Not only does it provide key nutrients for optimal health, it also provides a pleasant boost of energy and increases metabolism, thus stimulating weight loss.  Mochatonixs advanced formula features a patented ingredient, Advantra Z® that helps burn fat and increase physical performance. Isotonix® MultiTech™ is an isotonic-capable food supplement containing 100 percent or more of the daily value of essential vitamins and most minerals. There are wide varieties of multivitamin and mineral supplements on the market today.  Only Isotonix MultiTech contains a unique blend of complimentary vitamins and minerals providing a sound micronutrient foundation in a superior nutrient delivery system. Isotonix MultiTech supplements dietary deficiencies, and helps maintain normal metabolic functioning. MultiTech is perfect for athletes, growing adults and pre-menopausal women. Isotonix MultiTech is available with and without Iron for differing nutritional needs.   Isotonix® Advanced B-Complex is a mixture of the eight essential B-vitamins such as Thiamin (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), Pyridoxine (B6), Pantothenic Acid (B5), Folic Acid (B8), Cyanocobalamin (B12), and Biotin. Most of the B-vitamins play a critical role as cofactors in cellular energy metabolism. B-vitamins are important for hundreds of biochemical reactions in the body. B vitamin deficiency can lead to fatigue and lethargy, which is why B-complex supplements are excellent energy boosters and anti-stress formulas.

Isotonix® Champion Blend is an isotonic-capable blend packed with 97 essential vitamins and minerals with potent antioxidants that help boost performance, sustain endurance, and maintain optimal health. Formulated for Olympic Gold Medalist, Joey Cheek, one serving of Isotonix® Champion Blend provides one serving each of Isotonix OPC-3®, Isotonix® Maximum ORAC Formula, Isotonix® MultiTech™, Isotonix® Multi-Mineral, Isotonix® Advanced B-Complex and Isotonix® Vitamin C, in one comprehensive Custom Cocktail perfect for the needs of an athlete. Champion Blend boosts energy and endurance, helps maintain joint flexibility, promotes healthy nitric oxide levels and supports normal muscle use and performance. Isotonix Champion blend contains the only isotonic form of Pycnogenol® in the world. Pycnogenol is a natural plant extract from the bark of the French maritime pine tree, and the most clinically researched and potent bioflavonoid. Isotonix® Açai is an isotonic-capable dietary supplement, made from a combination of açai berries, guarana, yerba maté, mangosteen, pomegranate, green tea and essential amino acids. The proprietary blend of Isotonix Açai works to increase energy, supports immune functions, promotes cognitive health and supports weight control. The antioxidant properties set Isotonix Açai apart from most energy drinks on the market. Isotonix Açai will help the body stay energized and active, while providing a sound antioxidant formula. Containing other antioxidant-laden ingredients like mangosteen and pomegranate, which have high ORAC values Carbohydrate Absorption Inhibitor works to inhibit the absorption of starch by the small intestines, forcing it to be broken down and used as food for “good” bacteria in the colon. An excellent product for carbohydrate lovers, it is a natural complement for Transitions Fat Conversion Inhibitor. Contains magnesium, chromium and vanadium, an essential trace mineral only recently identified as being truly essential in humans. Works on the enzymes of the small intestine to inhibit the breakdown of starch into glucose. Transitions™ CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) Caffeine Free is ideal for those who have lost weight or are losing weight and want the extra support to keep it off. CLA has been shown to enhance fat breakdown (lipolysis) within the muscle tissue and create more lean muscle. Isotonix® Resveratrol is an isotonic-capable supplement, made from three patented ingredients, Resveravine® with 20% resveratrol extract, BioVin® Advanced with 5% resveratrol extract, and VitaBlue® (wild blueberry extract), designed to promote normal cell health. Isotonix Resveratrol works to maintain cell health, promote normal cell cycle activity, promote apoptosis (programmed cell death) in unhealthy cells, support the normal activity of the SIRT-1 gene, and promote cardiovascular health, by promoting healthy platelet activity, promoting vasorelaxation, and providing antioxidant protection of LDL particles. Resveravine® is a combination of trans-resveratrol (20% purity) and viniferin extracted from vine stems, which work synergistically to enhance the effectiveness of resveratrol extract. Trans-resveratrol is the predominate isomer found in red wine grapes and juice, and Resveravine is 100 to 300 times more concentrated in trans-resveratrol than other products from grape skin. According to the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University, trans-resveratrol may have a higher bioavailability than other isomers of resveratrol. Resveravine provides a higher level of free radical defense against oxidative stress, stronger promotion of normal cellular activity, and higher antioxidant protection of LDL particles than pure resveratrol extract.