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Newsletter August 2010 Hi everyone, Hope you are all keeping well this winter. In this newsletter we will cover off the normal housekeeping items like the launch of our Home Support Pack on the internet, updates on the current marketing promotions and an article from Inga (Naturopath) on Menopause with some useful tips to alleviate symptoms. I’ve just finished a stint in our Combining Right Programme which terrified me before even starting. Why? Because how would someone like me go on Combining Right when I don’t eat fruit well not exactly I do eat crisp apples. So first fear for me was eating fruit and only fruit in the morning till lunchtime, how would I cope surely I would feel weak from exhaustion!! Hehe Well I’m pleased to say it was a breeze, I felt fantastic energised and definitely cleansed (with increased bowel movements). I loved the soup options for lunch they kept me warm and feeling full. So why am I telling you this? Because I decided how can I explain the principles of the programme to anyone unless until I have truly done the programme, even if just for a week? As having to plan my own meals and choose the right combinations has ensured I know what it feels like for my clients. So I urge you ALL to try all three of the programmes so you can recommend them with confidence and are able to see the benefits of each programme, even if it is just for a week. Chat soon Sarah Sarah Buckley| General Manager | System Slim NZ Ltd | m. +64 21 901 823| www.systemslim.co.nz Spring Promotions 1. Who is going to win a trip to the Gold Coast? Consultant Incentive started July; all clinics have their packs now and your completed marketing plan should be returned to Sarah on 03 477 0014 by the 16th of August. I’m looking forward to seeing what plans you all have to make a winning campaign. Results for July show Dunedin North, Fenwicks & Gisborne had increases on 2009 figures. Congratulations!! 2. Refer A Friend – campaign started July; we have created a letter that you could send to clients explaining the promotion. If you would like a copy of this letter please email me on [email protected]. 3. Advertising – Many clinics have been advertising over winter this is such a fantastic idea! Help your clients lose weight NOW and be ready for Summer. Don’t wait till your competitors are advertising Beat Them to It! 4. Windows – POS should be to you by now call if not. The theme is spring so go crazy with spring flowers or spring fruit & veges and lots of colour! Book windows for every spare week and make the most of the new POS. 5. Advertising Templates these will be available on the internet site and full files direct from [email protected]. 6. You have the most important role in making this a successful spring promotion, so get behind it! Sarah Buckley| General Manager | System Slim NZ Ltd | m. +64 21 901 823| www.systemslim.co.nz www.systemslim.co.nz By now you probably have all had a chance to take a look at the new system:slim site and are enjoying the extra tools for you and your clients. Have you checked out the clinic log on yet? Log In: systemslim Password: ss42clinic Is there anything else you would like to see added to your tool page? NEW - Home Support Pack We realise that our clinic’s cannot reach and support everyone that would like try system:slim so we have developed a Home Support Pack, for those clients who do not have a clinic closeby. This pack is available through the internet shop only and clients will be supported by phone or email by Jean Rooney & Jill Owens. The pack includes Programme Booklet, Lifestyle Booklet, WM Boxed, Cleanse+ Boxed, Nutrient and consultations. Price change – Nutrient Plus Unfortunately due to price increases over the last couple of months for the ingredients in Nutrient Plus we have had no option but to pass on the increase to the W/Sale and RRP. This change will take effect from the 16th of August and are as follows; W/Sale $21.70 exc gst and RRP $44.90 inc gst. Winning Ideas UFS Invercargill is having great success with radio advertising. Rhonda their new system:slim consultant has recently completed her training to help support Cherie their main consultant. Also they needed to offer longer clinic hours and can now cover 5 full days. Congratulations Lynette, Cherie & Rhonda on your new clients and all the best with your growing clinic. Sarah Buckley| General Manager | System Slim NZ Ltd | m. +64 21 901 823| www.systemslim.co.nz Menopause - Inga von Benzon This month is all about menopause – what is it and what can be done to alleviate symptoms naturally? Strictly speaking, the menopause is the very last period. What is generally referred to as the menopause is the transition period that might span 1520 years and is also called ‘change of life, or ‘climacteric’. These years divide into 3 phases: 1. Pre-menopause: periods are still regular but the first symptoms, such as hot flushes and mood changes, may appear. 2. Peri-menopause: the function of the ovaries declines, periods can become irregular and symptoms may be more severe. 3. Post-menopause: final period and beyond. How is Oestrogen produced and when? Oestrogen: 3-in-one hormone Oestradiol is secreted by the ovaries. Very active during adolescence, decline as menopause approaches. It is 80 times stronger than oestriol. Oestrone is produced by the adrenals and oestrogen manufacturing fat cells. Continued to be released after menopause. It is 12 times stronger than oestriol. Oestriol is the weakest form of oestrogen. It is formed by the liver, which converts oestradiol and oestrone. Menopausal symptoms Some women have no symptoms at all (lucky!) – the only thing they notice is that their periods have stopped. Many so-called menopausal symptoms are just a natural part of the aging process and affect middle-aged men as much as women (eg. irritability, declining libido, weight gain, aging skin & hair, depression, anxiety). However not everything can be blamed on menopause! Many symptoms are similar to PMT symptoms. The main reason that women start HRT is the very unpleasant symptom of hot flushes, as this can severely disturb sleep and can lead to tiredness, depression and irritability. Interestingly, symptoms such as dry skin, lifeless hair, cracked nails, fatigue, depression, dry eyes, lack of motivation, aching joints, forgetfulness, breast pain and even difficulty in losing weight, could be blamed on menopause, can equally be the signs of an EFA deficiency! Dryness of mucus membranes, especially in the vagina and the bladder, can make the body prone to bacterial infections like cystitis. Osteoporosis There is some evidence that this condition could be a modern phenomenon, triggered by diet and lifestyle and not merely by the drop of hormones at menopause. Factors include ethnic origin, eating disorders, irregular periods, smoking (bone density can be reduced by 25% in smokers!), medication (eg. steroids, thyroid drugs, Heparin, laxatives and diuretics), not enough/too much exercise, low hydrochloric acid level in the stomach. Food and drinks to avoid /reduce for prevention of osteoporosis: Soft, fizzy drinks - contain high level of phosphorus that upsets the 1:2 ratio of phosphorus/calcium. The body takes calcium from bones and teeth to balance the ratio. Coca Cola is particularly high in phosphorus. High intake of animal protein Caffeine, alcohol, sugar – has an acidic reaction that leeches calcium out of bones, also causes extreme changes in blood glucose levels which stimulates the release of adrenalin. Sarah Buckley| General Manager | System Slim NZ Ltd | m. +64 21 901 823| www.systemslim.co.nz Salt – increases calcium loss via urine. Bran – contains phytates that attract minerals and binds them. They are then excreted from the digestive tract. Spinach/Rhubarb – contain oxalic acid that reacts with calcium in the digestive system, stopping it from being absorbed. Diet in Menopause Good nutrition in menopause helps the body to adjust to the changes automatically and keeps the hormones in balance. This allows the hormones to work efficiently using oestrogen available from the adrenal glands and fat cells. Foods that achieve specific health benefits before and during menopause contain phytoestrogens that is found in: legumes – soya, lentils, chickpeas, beans, kidney beans, garlic, celery seeds – linseeds, sesame, pumpkin, poppy, caraway, sunflower grains – rice, oats, wheat, barley, rye fruit – apples, plums, cherries vegetables – broccoli, carrots, potatoes sprouts – alfalfa, mung bean sprouts herbs and spices – cinnamon, sage, red clover, hops, fennel, parsley Animal products and high protein diets High protein intake is not recommended because it can leech calcium from the bones, especially in menopause. Protein in high quantities can cause an acidic reaction that needs calcium to neutralise it. Calcium is then taken from bones and teeth to correct the imbalance and excreted via urine which eventually can damage the bones. An investigation by scientists at the Harvard School of Public Health showed that women who ate vegetables rather than protein had no increased risk of fractures, no matter how much protein they ate. In fact, studies have shown that vegetarians have greater bone density in later life. It seems that vegetarians lose bone much more slowly than meat eaters as they age and have a lower risk of osteoporosis. The role of fibre in menopause Soluble fibre (eg oats, rice, fruit, vegetables, beans) are especially important to women because it locks onto oestrogen, which makes excretion more efficient. It stops ‘old’ oestrogen from entering the blood stream again thus preventing any excess built up of oestrogen. Excess oestrogen increases the risk of breast cancer, fibroids and endometriosis. Women on HRT should eat enough soluble fibre to ensure effective elimination of oestrogen. Fibre also slows down the absorption of sugars and maintains blood glucose balance. Due to its bulking action, it prevents the tendency to over-eat. Use system:slim Psyllium for supplementation. Antioxidants They are perhaps the most important nutrients of all because of the protection against free radicals. Foods rich in antioxidants are Vitamin A – Orange and yellow fruits and veges, oily fish Vitamin C – Fruits, green leafy veges, cauliflower, berries, potatoes Vitamin E - Nuts and seeds, avocados, vegetable oils, oily fish Selenium – Brazil nuts, tuna, cabbage Zinc – Pumpkin and sunflower seeds, fish, almonds Essential Fatty Acids (EFA) High in Omega 3 and 6, they are important for calcium absorption and bone density and are found in nuts, seeds, oily fish, flax oil, linseed oil, extra virgin olive oil. Sarah Buckley| General Manager | System Slim NZ Ltd | m. +64 21 901 823| www.systemslim.co.nz Exercise and menopause Weight bearing exercises increase bone density, flexibility, and improve heart, muscles and lungs. Brisk walking or jogging, re-bounding, racket sports, swimming, dancing, yoga, T’ai Chi, cycling, and yes, sex, are beneficial exercises. Regular sex releases endorphins (happy hormones), releases tension, boosts the immune system, relieves headaches, and keeps the vaginal area oxygenated and moist (which makes the body less prone to infections, eg cystitis)! Supplementation in Menopause Multi-C Stress/Less Stress/Lite Cal-Mag Flaxseed Oil Evening Primrose Woman’s Balancer CraveLess Manufactures collagen, the ‘glue’ that holds the bone structure together. Important for prevention of osteoporosis. Cannot be made or stored by the body. Also helps lower cholesterol (LDL) and is involved in the conversion of glucose to energy in the cells. B-complex is important for bone protection, reduces stress levels (important to avoid excessive adrenalin output). Zinc helps Vit D to absorb calcium and builds bone. It is an important mineral in appetite control and works with Vit B6 to produce food digesting enzymes. Magnesium helps to process calcium and Vit C and converts Vit D for efficient calcium absorption. Ensures normal bone growth. Calcium citrate is a highly absorbable form of calcium. EFA, Omega 3+6 in particular, improves calcium absorption and bone density. Balances hormone levels and increases sense of well-being For all menopausal symptoms, especially hot flushes, dry mucus membranes, mood swings, and period irregularities (excessive or infrequent bleeding) Chromium is important for the metabolism of blood sugar Did You Know? Deep breathing exercises, such as inhaling slowly through your nose and down to your diaphragm, have been shown to reduce hot flushes by 50%! Yoga classes are great to learn some proper breathing techniques. Inga von Benzon, ND Sarah Buckley| General Manager | System Slim NZ Ltd | m. +64 21 901 823| www.systemslim.co.nz