[Mike_Saros]

PREFACE


First and foremost, I would like to thank you for taking the time to read my special reports on tendonitis. I think you will find the information in these special reports extremely helpful as well as insightful on how to effectively combat and eliminate your tendonitis pain and inflammation. I also think you will find this information to be quite illuminating about the dangers of over-the-counter and prescription drugs.

Second of all, I would like to preface that I am not a doctor nor do I pretend to be one. I’m not giving out medical advice. I collected my information from studying research through magazines, journals and even the internet. For your benefit I’ve tried to paint a real clear picture of tendonitis and topics of interest surrounding it. Once you read these reports, I believe you will be able to draw your own conclusions about tendonitis and make the best decision regarding your health.


SPECIAL REPORT #1

What is the true cause of your tendonitis pain and inflammation?


Prostaglandins are the true cause of your pain and inflammation.
What are those you say? Well, they are similar to a hormone. I like to call them pgs. Your body sends prostaglandins to a location in your body that is damaged.

For instance, the other day, I was playing catch with a baseball. True story. The ball short-hopped me and hit me right on the shin. Ouch! I looked down and saw a huge bump almost immediately. That bump was from pgs or the prostaglandins. My body sent them to the site of the damage (my shin). An overabundance of prostaglandins is what caused inflammation or the bump to appear on my leg.


Tendonitis and inflammation work the same way.

Let's say you are playing a long game of tennis. You might slowly damage a tendon and/or the surrounding muscles in your elbow or wrist. Your body sends prostaglandins to the site of the damage. Pain and inflammation occur. Hello tendonitis!

But why does your body send prostaglandins to the site of damage?

Your body sends them to the site to attract white blood cells. White blood cells are the little soldiers for the immune system. They simply go to the area of inflammation to repair the damage and guard against infection.

So now we know what causes pain and inflammation.

This is the first step in figuring out how to beat your tendonitis. So what next? Well, you need to understand how prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications actually work. Learn all about them in Special Report # 2.

SPECIAL REPORT #2

How prescription drugs and over-the-counter pain relievers actually work to reduce pain and inflammation and why they are considered serious health risks?


Prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications a.k.a. NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) are specifically designed to lower your prostaglandin levels in order to reduce inflammation and pain.

You might be familiar with Cox-2 inhibitors.

Cox-2 inhibitor is a fancy way of saying Vioxx, Bextra, or Celebrex. Among these prescription drugs all except Celebrex were recently banned from the market after it was unveiled that they posed serious heart attack and stroke risks.

Celebrex is still on the market but it contains a large black warning about these same risks. Just recently the FDA mandated that some very popular over-the-counter pain relievers also contain a black warning label for risks of heart attack and stroke. We'll get to the reasons for this later.

But what really is a Cox-2 inhibitor?

I'm glad you asked. Cox-1 and Cox-2 are enzymes in your body. Cox-1 releases "good" prostaglandins that among other things are mainly responsible for proper kidney function and supplying your stomach with a protective lining of mucous. Cox-2 releases the "bad" prostaglandins or pgs to a damaged part of your body to fight infection.

The prescription and over-the-counter pain relievers drastically inhibit the activity of the Cox-2 enzyme. In other words, they prevent the Cox 2 enzyme from releasing prostaglandins to reduce inflammation and pain.

Over-the-counter medications also inhibit the activity of the Cox-1 enzyme.

This is bad because the Cox-1 enzyme supports the stomach and kidneys. This may explain why some people that take these drugs have stomach or kidney related problems.

Go look at your typical over-the-counter pain reliever that you have in your medicine cabinet. Look very closely at the warning labels. It most likely will have something on there about the risk of stomach problems such as gastrointestinal irritation, bleeding, heartburn, or ulcers. This is because these drugs inhibit the activity of the Cox-1 enzyme to make the lining that protects your stomach from acid.

*In the United Kingdom, a study showed the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding for NSAIDs users.

For people 16-45 years of age, 1 out of 2100 suffered gastrointestinal bleeding after using NSAIDs for one year. For adults 75 and over, 1 out of 110 suffered gastrointestinal bleeding. The study also reported the chance of dying from a gastrointestinal bleed. For people ages 16-45, 1 in 12,353 died. For people 75 years and older, 1 in 647 died from a gastrointestinal bleed.

*Source:
Helfand M, Peterson K, Carson Sm. Drug Class Review on NSAIDs
Final Report: http://www.ohsu.edu/drug effectiveness/reports/documents/NSAIDs
Final Reportu2.pdf2004


Vioxx was supposed to only inhibit the Cox-2 enzyme so the chances of gastrointestinal bleeding, irritation, or ulcers would be greatly reduced.

Well, Vioxx appeared to do that but there was a problem. The problem was that the Cox-2 enzyme is not all bad. It plays a key part in dilating blood vessels, preventing blood clots, and protecting the overall cardiovascular system.

Vioxx inhibited this protective action of the Cox-2 enzyme thus raising people’s risks for heart attack and stroke. This is why Vioxx was finally pulled from the market. Too many people suffered ill effects such as a heart attack or stroke from this drug. Soon after Vioxx, Bextra was also pulled from the market and Celebrex is under close scrutiny.

Most over-the-counter and prescription drugs may also slow the body’s ability to repair itself and weaken or compromise its immune system.

This is because many drugs drastically inhibit the COX-2 enzyme that controls the release of prostaglandins. Without prostaglandins, white blood cells can’t get to the site of inflammation and do their job of repairing damage and fighting infection. Over time this could lead to diseases or serious health problems.

To quickly sum up…

over-the-counter pain relievers pose health risks to the stomach and kidneys. Most over-the-counter pain relievers and prescription pain relievers pose a risk for heart attack and stroke and may slow the body’s ability to repair itself and fight infection.


SPECIAL REPORT # 3


What else can we do to effectively fight and end tendonitis pain?

There's a lot you can do!

Most importantly and especially if you use over-the-counter or prescription meds, you need to educate yourself. You need to do your own research and make the right decision for you. And you shouldn't just take my word for it or even the word of your doctor. I hear doctors say there isn't enough evidence against over-the-counter meds or some prescription meds for people to stop taking them. Do you really want to take that chance. Is it worth risking your life over some pain relief?

Take a good look at your diet!

Nutrition alone possesses simple but amazing solutions for pain relief. As a believer in natural solutions for whatever ails the human body, it would be a crime if I forgot to talk about nutrition.

Just dropping a few sweets from your daily diet can really help your nasty inflammation and pain. This is because sugar raises your insulin levels. High insulin levels stir up "bad" prostaglandins that produce pain and inflammation.

No matter what, you should increase your intake of Omega-3 fatty acids!

This is because research shows that Omega-3 fatty acids improve your overall cardiovascular system. They act as a natural blood thinner to promote better circulation. They lower cholesterol and blood pressure. They are also shown to promote the "good" prostaglandins that actually reduce inflammation naturally.

The best sources of Omega-3 fatty acids are found in salmon, herring, sardines, halibut, mackerel, and tuna. Canola oil, flaxseed oil, and leafy green vegetables are also good sources of Omega-3 fatty acids.

Yes, that's right...canola oil. Read my exclusive report on canola oil found in the Mike Saros forum.

At the same time you should decrease your intake of Omega-6 fatty acids.

One of the reasons you may have severe tendonitis or inflammation is because your balance of fatty acids is out of whack. As a society we consume way too many Omega-6 fatty acids. These are found in sunflower oil, cottonseed oil, and safflower oil. They are in margarine, salad dressing and mayonnaise. They are also known as saturated fats.

So we need to cut down on the Omega-6 and increase the Omega-3 fatty acids. This will increase your level of "good" prostaglandins and decrease your level of "bad" ones and consequently improve your tendonitis naturally.

Practice safe exercises and prevention techniques.

Be sure to warm up and cool down before and after exercising. Be sure to do a slow and controlled stretch during your exercises. Make sure your equipment is not too heavy and try to avoid awkward positions and incorrect repetitive motions that may put unnecessary strain on your tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Try to avoid exercising in cold temperatures. Finally, try not to overdo it or exercise too frequently which may lead to injury, pain, and inflammation.

Listen, I know this can be boring but it is important for you to understand.

Your body needs prostaglandins because they serve numerous functions. Drugs like over-the-counter pain relievers and prescription pain relievers take it to the extreme. It's almost all or nothing for them. By wiping out the prostaglandins that cause inflammation, they also hurt your body's ability to fight infection and heal damaged joints and cartilage in certain areas.

Remember the white blood cells. They are attracted to prostaglandins. If there aren't any prostaglandins, then your immune system can't properly do its job. Over time, this can lead to more serious infection and other diseases.

Don't forget about the heart attack and stroke risks!

These drugs also hamper your body's ability to prevent blood clots. This is because some prostaglandins play a key role in dilating blood vessels and clearing a smooth path for your circulatory system.

You need to find a balance!

In a way, it is similar to a campfire. For example, let's imagine we are camping and we are building a fire. We don't want a fire too big because it will burn down the camp. On the other hand, we don't want to put out the fire either. We want a nice medium or a balance so we can stay warm and comfortable and (Ha-Ha) cook marshmallows.

Now imagine the fire is in our bodies.

It is the burning pain we feel from tendonitis. We want to put the fire out but still protect our cardiovascular system and immune system. We don't want to go overkill on the prostaglandins. We need to find a nice equilibrium of good and bad. Only then will we find the best and the right solution for tendonitis pain.

SPECIAL REPORT # 4

How all-natural pain relievers are a safer alternative to prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicines without the gastrointestinal side effects and cardiovascular risks of heart attack and stroke?

Let me share with you an article in Newsweek from summer 2005. The cover of the magazine reads "Your Health In The 21st Century." In this particular issue is an article called "Quieting A Body's Defenses." It is about inflammation and ways of treating it. You may have read it yourself.

Greg Cole, a professor of medicine and neurology at UCLA stated "while drugs usually block a single target molecule and reduce its activity dramatically, natural anti-inflammatories generally tweak a broader range of inflammatory compounds." In a direct quote, he says, "You'll get greater safety and efficacy reducing five inflammatory mediators by 30% than reducing one by 100 percent" (p.2.

This means we can't afford to interrupt key activities in our body that protect us from infection and the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Prescription drugs put us at risk by shutting down key bodily functions that protect us from heart attack and stroke. Most popular over-the-counter pain relievers besides aspirin have these same cardiovascular risks.

Over-the-counter medicines also have serious gastrointestinal side effects such as stomach irritation, bleeding, heartburn and ulcers. They also can cause kidney problems.

So what can natural remedies like Total Tendonitis Relief and Back Relief Elite do for your pain and inflammation?

Total Tendonitis Relief and Back Relief Elite are non-addictive, all-natural pain relievers that come without side effects.

There are 4 reasons why these natural remedies are right for you!

1. They contain several natural anti-inflammatories that promote a good balance between the "good" prostaglandins and the "bad" prostaglandins. In other words, you have a "controlled campfire" where your inflammation and pain are diminished but your body can still perform its necessary functions.

2. They contain natural blood thinners that increase blood circulation so your area of inflammation heals faster. This also guards against blood clots that may cause a heart attack or stroke.

3. They contain several ingredients that work alongside (rather than suppress) your immune system to help your body quickly repair damaged joints, disks, nerves and cartilage and protect you from infection and disease.

4. They effectively and safely alleviate you from pain and inflammation the right way without compromising your cardiovascular system, immune system, and gastrointestinal tract.

There are better alternatives out there besides prescription or over-the-counter pain relievers that are much simpler and safer for you.

You don't have to compromise your immune system or cardiovascular health.

Total Tendonitis Relief and Back Relief Elite are great alternatives to these drugs because they safely relieve pain and inflammation while still allowing your body to protect itself from infection and maintain a strong cardiovascular system and gastrointestinal tract without the risks of heart attack, stroke, and ulcers. I can't put it any better than that.

Prescription drugs and over-the-counter pain relievers put us at risk by shutting down too much.

The Cox-2 inhibitors “inhibit” key bodily functions that protect us. We need to be smarter. We can do that by educating ourselves on natural alternatives. We need to take better care of ourselves by exercising and sticking with a sound nutrition plan. You can start today to get rid of your inflammation by what you have just learned.

In conclusion, don't forget to watch your sugar and eat more Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

Sugar leads to insulin and insulin leads to "bad" pgs that is only going to make tendonitis and pain in general worse. An increase in your Omega-3 fatty acids will help promote more "good" prostaglandins and give you the right balance you want. You should get these from whole foods such as salmon, tuna, and leafy green vegetables.

Of course, don't forget safe and natural alternatives to your pain!

5 Reasons Why Our Natural Remedies™ Are More Effective And Safe Than Other Products.

1) In our natural remedies, you will not find a more complete formulation of natural ingredients anywhere. Nothing else is even comparable.

2) In our natural remedies we offer several natural and proven anti-inflammatories that calm several of your body's inflammatory responses and still allow your body to perform key necessary functions that protect you from heart disease, stroke, and ulcers.

3) Instead of suppressing your immune system, our natural remedies work alongside it to help repair damage to soft tissue in your body and thwart off potential disease and infection.

4) Our natural remedies are completely safe and without the risks and side effects you will commonly find in prescription and over-the-counter medicines.

5) Our natural remedies promote blood circulation so you heal faster and calm several anti-inflammatory mediators in your body instead of just one to give you long-lasting soothing relief for your pain and inflammation.

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Thank you for taking the time to read these special reports and good luck!
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