Sleepy Times

We have been told since we were children that we need to get our sleep, but just how important is sleeping for our health? 

A recent survey found that more people are sleeping less than six hours a night, and sleep difficulties visit 75% of us at least a few nights per week. A short-lived bout of insomnia is generally nothing to worry about. The bigger concern is chronic sleep loss, which can contribute to health problems such as weight gain, high blood pressure, and a decrease in the immune system.Sleep makes you feel better, but its importance goes way beyond just boosting your mood or banishing under-eye circles. Here are some reasons why you should be catching those Zzz's! 

1. Learning and memory:

Sleep helps the brain commit new information to memory through a process called memory consolidation. In studies, people who’d slept after learning a task did better on tests later.

2. Cardiovascular health: 

Serious sleep disorders have been linked to hypertension, increased stress hormone levels, and irregular heartbeat.

Disease:

Sleep deprivation alters immune function, including the activity of the body’s killer cells. Keeping up with sleep may also help fight cancer 

3. Steer clear of depression:

A lack of sleep can contribute to depression. A good night’s sleep can really help a moody person decrease their anxiety. You get more emotional stability with good sleep.If you think the long hours put in during the week are the cause of your anxiety or impatience, sleep cannot necessarily be made up during the weekend. It’s all about finding a balance. Sleep loss may result in irritability, impatience, inability to concentrate, and moodiness. Too little sleep can also leave you too tired to do the things you like to do.

4. Lower stress:

When it comes to our health stress and sleep are nearly one and the same, and both can affect cardiovascular health. Sleep can definitely reduce levels of stress, and with that people can have better control of their blood pressure. It’s also believed that sleep effects cholesterol levels, which plays a significant role in heart disease.

5. Have a healthy weight: 

If you are thinking about going on a diet, you might want to plan an earlier bedtime too. Researchers at the University of Chicago found that dieters who were well rested lost more fat, 56% of their weight loss—than those who were sleep deprived, who lost more muscle mass. (They shed similar amounts of total weight regardless of sleep.) Dieters in the study also felt more hungry when they got less sleep.

Sleep and metabolism are controlled by the same sectors of the brain. When you are sleepy, certain hormones go up in your blood, and those same hormones drive appetite.

6. Curb inflammation: 

Inflammation is linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, arthritis, and premature aging. Research indicates that people who get less sleep, six or fewer hours a night, have higher blood levels of inflammatory proteins than those who get more.

7. Makes Us More Active:

A good night’s sleep will make us feel more active and alert on the following day. Energy levels after a good sleep are higher, your mental awareness is more acute and you are more likely to smile more. A restful sleep session not only feels great, but it increases our chances for another good night’s sleep next time we go to bed. 

It is hard in a busy world to get what you need to do done and then get to sleep at a decent time. Our energy products are natural, they will give you the boost and mental clarity you need to have energy through out the day but still be able to fall sleep at night. Adequate sleep is a key part of a healthy lifestyle, and can benefit your heart, weight, mind, and more.

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Testimonial Tuesday: Chronic Fatigue

Our testimonial today comes from Jane Lee, a 62 year old woman who has suffered from chronic fatigue for most of her life. She has gone to countless doctors with no relief, we are so pleased that our natural products have been able to help her. 

For those that don't know chronic fatigue syndrome, or CFS, is a debilitating and complex disorder characterized by profound fatigue that is not improved by bed rest and that may be worsened by physical or mental activity. Symptoms affected several body systems and my include weakness, muscle pain, impaired memory and/or mental concentration, and insomnia, which can result in reduced participation in daily activities. 

"You have helped me more in 30 days without ever seeing me than 7 doctors have with their examinations, treatments and medications. 

I was introduced to NADH at a seminar and given a handout showing that you have spent more than a decade researching the effect of NADH. 

I went to a doctor for exhaustion and sleep problems the first time in 1971. In 1974 I went to a different doctor and was hospitalized for a week for tests. I have since been to 5 other doctors and have even gone to two psychologist and a minister. I have taken all the sleep medications you can think of. After a series of test I was put on medication for Parkinsons.

The chronic fatigue has been almost unbearable at times combined with the Parkinsons symptoms. It was really tough to keep on working.

I have really overcome a lot of problems in my body over the last 18 years, but I took the first NADH on Monday morning, and on that Thursday morning I was surprised at how good I felt and as I was walking from from the bust stop to where I work. I have steadily felt better and stronger each day. I am sleeping better than I have ever slept in all my 62 years. 

I am excited to see what the NADH will continue to do. It is wonderful to just be tired, not exhausted, but not sluggish, and the soreness in my muscles has improved remarkably. I do expect with these inclining results I will see a total recovery. I have been seeking it for more than 18 years now and have overcome many disorders, but the sleepiness and tiredness has been the most difficult part. I am getting on in years and I am excited to spend the rest of my life feeling great.

Thank you for your help!"

Jane Lee

What is Vitality? Co-E1 Vitality is an enteric coated 5mg tablet of NADH. Co-E1 distributes Vitality 5mg and Vitality Plus 5mg.Vitality 5mg helps symptoms of health conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, Alzheimers, Parkinsons, and provides sustainable energy. It is most effective when taken on an empty stomach; that is, first thing in the morning or at least an hour before eating or two hours after.

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Latest Trend: Oil Pulling

Oil pulling has been the talk of the blogger world lately and we at the Co-E1 team had to try it out. We believe in using natural remedies, all our products are natural boosters that promote wellness from your cells. So natural remedies we love. Oil pulling has been around for years. it’s an ancient Ayurvedic technique that involves swishing natural virgin oil in your mouth for 20 minutes to help improve your oral & overall health. Just like oil is good for your skin, oil is able to cut through plaque and remove toxins without harming the teeth or gums. 

The benefits are different for everyone but generally the benefits are:

- Whitens teeth (without leaving them sensitive like chemical whiteners)

- Strengthens your gums/teeth/& jaw. It helps with sensitive teeth & even has reported to help TMJ sufferers like myself.

- Prevents cavities & gingivitis. Some people even reported it helped their cavities?! I am not so sure about that one… but who knows?!

- Helps get rid of acne/ eczema/ psoriasis/ & other skin care issues.

- General body detox.

- Cures a hangover and migraine.

- Helps with sleep issues.

- Clears out your sinuses & helps allergy sufferers.

- If you have halitosis, oil pulling has been a big savior for many sufferers & your morning breath will get MUCH better.

- Helps with general pain issues.

- Manages hormonal imbalances.

- and so much more.

It's pretty easy to do. Pick your oil, our team member here uses Organic coconut oil, but any vegetable based oil (sesame, sunflower, olive) will work. Coconut oil also has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. To do it you simply put anywhere from a teaspoon to a tablespoon of oil, depending on how much you can handle having in your mouth, and swish it around for 15-20min (no more than 20). It may sound like a long time, but if you do it while cleaning or surfing the internet it goes by fast. If you feel like your mouth is fulling up, just spit some of it out and keep going. 

Pull the oil through your teeth and make sure NOT to swallow it. Once you start the process, the oil fills up with bacteria (which is what you’re trying to get rid of), so you don’t want to swallow it. After 20 min just spit out the oil into a plastic baggy or directly into the trash. Don’t spit it down the drain cause the oil will solidify and really clog the plumbing pipes.

Our team member has been doing it for about a month now and she says: "My teeth are so much whiter, which isn't way I even tried it so its a great benefit.The best result of all for me is I suffer from TMJ and by doing this my jaw pain has decreased! When I first tried it I spit the oil out as soon as I put it in my mouth. It freaked me out, but I kept trying and by the third day I was used to the feeling I could do it for the full 20min no problem. I went to the dentist recently and I had the best appointment I have every had. My family has a history of bad teeth, even though I brush and floss regularly, I have never gone to the dentist without multiple cavities. This time when I went I only had one! I am not a medical professional. I just researched the method, tried it, and saw that it worked for me first hand."

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S Asokan, J Rathan, MS Muthu, PV Rathna, P Emmadi, Raghuraman, Chamundeswari.Effect of oil pulling on Streptococcus mutans count in plaque and saliva using Dentocult SM Strip mutans test: a randomized, controlled, triple-blind study. Journal of the Indian Society of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry. 26(1):12-7, 2008 Mar

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Fact Friday! NADH for Athletes!

Today's fact Friday is all about you athletes out there. We did a post earlier in the week about Olympian Shevon Stoddart, she takes Co-E1 Mojo for energy and muscle recovery. Did you know that NADH is essential for giving athletes their clean energy and a natural push. 

NADH is a co-enzyme, which simply means it helps other enzymes carry out biological functions. It is considered by many researchers and scientists to be the most important co-enzyme in humans. We have mentioned here on the blog numerous ways that NADH supplementation can improve function in humans, but for this weeks fact Friday we will highlight its effects on athletic performance. 

NADH and Cognitive Ability (Being athletically smart).

Cognitive function and athletic performance’s relationship is extremely underestimated. One third of all the energy produced in our body is used up by our brain. An energy deficiency is first realized in the brain with symptoms such as lack of concentration and alertness, or mental fog. 

How does NADH provide the brain with more energy? 

The energy within our bodies is produced when hydrogen and oxygen react to form water and energy. NADH is the biological form of hydrogen present in our cells and oxygen comes from the air we breathe. The energy produced from this reaction is stored as a chemical compound, ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

If you had a deficiency in oxygen there would be major problems, well NADH is the other side of that equation: No oxygen- no ATP. No hydrogen- no ATP. No ATP- no energy. Pretty simple right! 

NADH and Athletic Performance 

Researchers have been looking at NADH's  applications for athletic performance. Physiologic functions boosted by NADH could have beneficial effects for athletes. Research conducted by Birkmayer and colleagues (Birkmayer, International Journal of Sports Medicine 1996) on competitive athletes does indicate that NADH enhances work capacity. Researchers measured reaction times, physical performance and performance quality in 17 competitive cyclists and long-distance runners. Physical performance was measured on a bicycle ergometer. Performance quality was determined by measurements of continuous attention.

Athletes underwent these tests both before and after taking 5 mg of NADH before breakfast each morning for four weeks. During the test period, subjects kept constant the frequency and intensity of their training and exercise program as well as lifestyle factors. After four weeks of NADH supplementation, the athletes experienced significantly less scattering of reaction times-it dropped by 10 percent in five athletes, 10 to 20 percent in eight athletes, and more than 20 percent in three athletes. Reaction time overall improved considerably in 16 out of the 17 subjects.

. For two athletes, the maximum work performance (work at max per kg/body weight) increased by more than 10 percent, with another seven showing increases of up to 10 percent. Similar improvements were made in maximum oxygen uptake (VO2max/kg).

Researchers hypothesized that improved reaction times may have resulted from prior NADH deficiency in some athletes or an increase in dopamine production that led to increased alertness and vigilance. The latter explanation is further supported by studies wherein NADH supplementation increased dopamine production in rats. The researchers went on to say that stimulation of cellular ATP production by NADH may have enhanced, athletic performance- more NADH a cell has available, the more energy it can produce. Conversely, an NADH deficiency results in reduced strength, power and performance. 

In addition to improving athletic performance via ATP production NAHD has also been shown to increase L-Dopa production and Nitric Oxide production.

Why do care if NADH increases L-Dopa production? 

Numerous reasons- but in this conversation it is specifically utilized to stimulate Growth Hormone release from the pituitary gland. 

NADH triggers the activation of tyrosine-hydroxylase. Tyrosine hydroxylase or tyrosine 3-monooxygenase is the enzyme responsible for catalyzing the conversion of the amino acid L-Tyrosine (an ingredient in Cabergolean) to L-Dopa. L-Dopa has been shown in numerous studies to be an effective compound for the stimulation of GH release by the pituitary gland. Growth Hormone has been shown in numerous studies to (among other functions) stimulate IGF production, which in turn creates new muscle cells through differentiation and proliferation.

Athletes know that Nitric Oxide is a valuable part of their success because it’s responsible for blood flow, oxygen delivery, glucose uptake, muscle velocity, power output, and muscle growth.

Increasing Nitric Oxide levels can deliver continuous muscle benefits such as:

· Faster gains in lean mass

· Greater strength

· Providing better muscle recovery

· Increasing endurance

Our MOJO  is made to provide energy, focus, stamina and alertness when you need it most. Designed for high-level athletes and busy executives requiring that extra edge, Mojo 20mg  is carefully formulated to provide natural energy for today’s busy and active lifestyle.

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Secretly Healthy!

With so many snacks in the world today it is hard to have the will power to always go with the healthy options. Don't be discouraged, it happens to everyone, but you can still win by modifying your recipes. Here are some tips on how to still eat what you love, but with a healthy twist that will secretly make them better for you and your family! 

1.Guac-KALE-mole! 

You might have seen this popping up in whole foods stores and recipes online and we love it! All you need to do is take your favorite guacamole recipe and cut it in half so you don't have as big of a portion size. Then you take kale leaves, with stems removed, and finely chop about 3 leaves and add it into the guacamole, you wont even taste the difference and it is now packed with the amazing health benefits kale provides. 

2. Portobello Burgers

If you are a fan of mushrooms your are gonna love this one. If you have heard of or wanted to participate in the meatless Monday movement this is a great one! You put the same seasonings as you would a hamburger patty, and you grill it up just the same. The mushroom gets charred and juicy and delicious! Pile it high with veggies and goat cheese and you wont even notice there is no meat! 

3. No Mayo Tuna Salad

Tuna is a great lunch but it can also be a great snack. Next time you are wanting some dip or a tuna fish sandwich ditch the mayo. There are almost one hundred calories in ONE tablespoon of mayonnaise and most use a lot more than a tablespoon. Cut the calories by instead using mustard, balsamic vinegar, or plain Greek yogurt. Add pickles, chilies, tomatoes, onions and whatever else you like! Substitute the bread for rice or nut crackers and you have a protein packed, low calorie snack or lunch!   

4. Carrot Fries

These are great! You thinly slice carrots and season them just like you would a potato. Bake them at 425F for 10 min on each side. They come out crunchy and delicious just like fries, just serve with your favorite sauce.

5. Zucchini and Chocolate

Did you know that zucchini and chocolate go together! Next time you are making chocolate cake or cupcakes add in about 3 cups of shredded zucchini. When you add zucchini to chocolate cake you can't even taste it, and it makes it so moist and dense! You can also substitute your oils and butters with apple sauce or avocado!

6. Make it Mini

 If you are going to make a dessert, like a cheese cake for example. Use low fat options and make them mini! Its all about portion control here, you can trick people into not eating as much as they would if they just had a slice. 

Eating with an Olympian!

To keep on with the theme of March being National Nutrition Month, we interviewed Olympian Shevon Stoddart to find out what she eats, how she stays fit, and what keeps her going. Not only does Shevon have a great athletic body, she is a multi-talented woman, she is an outstanding 400-meter hurdler as well as a singer and songwriter. She was born in Kingston, Jamaica. At the early age of 5, she moved to Uniondale, New York. Her track career started in middle school, which by 9th grade, Shevon Stoddart was ranked #3 in the state of New York in the 400meters. The 400 intermediate hurdles was introduced to Shevon in the 10th grade were she became a 2-time State Championship. She went on to make her first Olympic team in 2004 as a junior in College and made her first World Champion team in 2005. She is preparing for the 2016 Olympic Games, which will be held in Rio, Brazil.

We here at Co-E1 are so excited about your success and to hear about how your training is going for the upcoming Olympics. You are obviously in great shape and with this month being national nutrition moth we thought we could ask you about your eating habits.

 I'm sure many people would like to know your daily eating routine. What do you generally like to eat for your meals and snacks through out the day?

For breakfast I generally eat oatmeal, cereal, or 2 waffles (low calorie) and fruit.

I always pack my lunch so that I have something to eat right after training. This would consist of an sandwich (typically tuna or turkey), fruit, a small serving of potato chips and bottled water. I don't drink fizzy drinks or juice, they have too much sugar. I try to get all my sugars from fruit. 

Snacks would be something like a protein shake, granola bar, or a peanut butter and jam sandwich. 

I prepare dinner around 6pm which would be chicken, fish or a Turkey dish with lots of veggies on the side. I rarely eat red meat.

Health Tip! You can see that she has protein with every meal. Protein gives energy and helps to repair and build tissues, muscles, skin, bones, cartilage and blood. Plus, for those of us who would like to improve the look of our nails and hair, we must consider our protein intake since both hair and nails are basically made from protein.

What is your Motivation to stay in shape?

Winning Gold

Where do you get your talents from?

For running, my dad, Zoeth Stoddart. He ran the 400m and 800m and ran 1:46 for 800m. My dad could also sing a little bit but I always just had a love for singing and entertaining.

I always wanted to do talent shows and sing at weddings. I started singing in my mum’s kitchen. She is a hair stylist and the kitchen is where she used to do her clients’ hair.

Have you ever been heavy/overweight? And what are your struggles in your healthy lifestyle?

I have never been over weight, I have always been petite and because I have small body frame and I burn fat quickly, I have to make sure I'm actually eating enough food so that I have fat to burn and not  burn into muscle. My workouts are pretty intense, so I have to prepare my body to endure. 

In what ways has Co-E1 ENADA products helped you?

I use co-e1 everyday before,during and after training. I love it because it's natural it has improved my reaction time and it gives me a clean boost before my workouts. It is help my muscles recover and keeps my energy levels sustained throughout my workouts. It has other health benefits as well that I like. 

What are your thoughts on fad diets?

I do not diet. I don't believe in diets. I believe that people should just learn to eat healthy and control portion size. I get hungry every 3 hours so I tend to eat 5-6 smaller meals a day.

Health Tip! As long as you choose the right foods and watch portion size, eating smaller meals through out the day can help you lose weight and keep you energized. But it is not for everyone, especially if you have trouble controlling the amount you eat, or if you don't have time to plan and prepare your healthy snacks and meals

Your favorite healthy treat?

I love Sweets, so my healthy treat would be some yogurt and fruits. 

Are you most of your friends into healthy eating/living? We feel like it’s often easier to succeed when your friends are healthy too.

Yes, most of my friends eat healthy and workout to keep a healthy lifestyle.  I surround myself with positive people and they always come to me if they ever need advice on works and diet.

Health Tip! If you have a real and tangible like-minded social group, you are much less likely to be affected by the artificial ones created by advertisers, marketers, and technology. If you want to get healthy, hang around other healthy people and others striving to be healthy.

Quick, easy healthy recipe?

I love to cook, but one of the easiest and healthy meals to prepare is spaghetti with meat sauce and side salad.

What is your cheat meal, how often do you indulge?

I love Pizza. I may have pizza twice a month.  

What is your Weekly workout schedule?

I workout 6 days a week and I lift weights 2-3 times a week. I'm on the track for 2 and half hours and Weight room for 1 hour. I also do ab crunches, at least 500 every night before bed. It's important for me to keep my core strong.

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Testimonial Tuesday: Wake up and Live!

Today's testimonial is phenomenal! It comes to us from Henderson NV, by Ardis Nehlich. We know how stories like these cases sound extreme and too good to be true, but these are real people who our products are really helping.

"To give you a background on my health problems I was diagnosed with lymes disease, CMV, epstein barr, cox sackie viruse, fybromyalgia and various other things.I was sleeping 22 out of the 24hr a day, I spent a year and a half in bed. I was depressed and I could not care for my young children. I had no muscle strength, I could barely walk.  I had a very poor memory I would forget simple things like where I had parked, or how to do math. 

I had some relief from homeopathic remedies, using many vitamins, changing my diet, B-12 shots, acupuncture and more. I have spent my families life saving trying to find an answer to what could keep me out of bed. Through all my trials nothing gave me the energy to be out of bed for more than a few hours a day. It got to the point where I could be up for about 3 hours without resting, my motor skills had improved some and my mind was a bit better and at this point my doctors had told me that is what I was to expect for the rest of my life. 

This is why I am so excited about NADH. I feel like I have my life back. It is like coming into the sun after being in a dark tunnel. 

I started taking the supplements very slow at first, I started with the 5mgs every couple of days. I am very sensitive to many products, so i wanted to be careful of any bad reactions I might have. 

I AM SO EXCITED! At tablet 16 I felt some "pinging" in my brain, I felt alert and awake. I was able to remember pleasant things from my childhood that I hadn't thought about for years. I felt clear-minded. The feeling of hopelessness was gone. No more depression, it was like I had an interest in life again. 

I noticed that I can type again. I am not reversing and confusing my words, and it is easier to work with numbers. I can remember my social security number, my telephone number. I have had no panic attacks since I stated the NADH.

I am so thankful that I found Enada NADH, I pray that it keeps working for me, and that it can help others like me."

-Ardis Nehlich


We are so grateful that we can help so many who are struggling with disease and hardships. Do you have a story about how our NADH has helped you! Share your story here by emailing it to manager@co-e1.com. 

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 March is all about nutrition and eating here are a few tips to eating right and having fun making changes. 

At the Grocery Store:
When shopping, make it a point to try new things. Try a new fruit, vegetable or whole grain every week. You'll be surprised to find a new favorite.
Eating at Restaurants:
The nest time you and your family head out to eat, choose restaurants that feature ethnic foods from places like Asia, Europe, or Africa. These restaurant often feature menus filled with healthy alternative options that will be new to you. You can also do a little research and find local restaurants that specialize in using local seasonal ingredients. 
Cooking at Home:
Add variety to your staple dishes by varying the ways you cook them. In stead of frying grill or broil chicken, instead of baking fish, grill it. Mash the potatoes you usually roast. Steam your vegetables instead of sauteing them. Get to know your spice cabinet, not only are spices good for your body and curing many ailments, they add new flavors and fun to your old dishes.