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4/03/2012

Precision Xtra Blood Ketone Test Strips - 10 ea Review

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(More customer reviews)I am not a diabetic. I am on the Ketogenic Diet which also requires the testing of ketones. However, on KD, ketones are tested to insure they are high enough to 'do the desired job'. I got these strips as a comparison for my urinary ketone testing. However, I discovered that urinary ketone strips measure one type of acetones and the blood ketone strips measure another type. Therefore, even when my urinary ketones were moderate for 1/2 a day, my blood ketones measured only .2! Although I cannot be certain, I suspect that the blood ketone strips measure ketones made from poly-unsaturated fat as most of my fat comes from mono-unsaturated fat (olive oil) and saturated fat (palm shortning, dairy, and meat).
However, the monitor and strips were easy to use...although the strips were very expensive. In my case, I learned that I was better off just using the urinary ketostix which I can get at a great price through [...]

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INDICATIONS: Precision Xtra Blood Beta Ketone Test Strips are for use with Precision Xtra meters. The test strips are designed to quantitatively measure blood Beta ketone (Beta Hydroxybutyrate).

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Ultimate Nutrition ProStar Whey Protein, Delicious Raspberry, 80 Ounces Review

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(More customer reviews)Somewhat powdery that it can create clouds of powder when scooped from container. Taste is just fine.

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Premium cold micro-ultra filtration. Mixes instantly. More ProStar Whey per serving! Ultimate Nutrition's ProStar Whey contains only naturally occurring amino acids from 100% premium whey protein. Contains no soy, wheat or casein. Ultimate Nutrition's ProStar Whey contains all the whey protein fractions such as Beta Lactoglobulin, Alpha Lactalbumin, Glycomacropeptide, Immunoglobulins, Protease Peptones, Serum Albumin, Lactoferrin and Lactoperoxidase. Ultimate Nutrition's ProStar Whey is isolated by a complex low temperature processing system that utilizes a proprietary micro and ultrafiltration process for the highest quality premium isolated whey protein available. Ultimate Nutrition incorporates the highest quality standards in sourcing raw materials, manufacturing and packaging to insure you the customer, the finest supplements available.

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Newline Champagne Digital Kitchen Food Scale Review

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(More customer reviews)I wish I had purchased this years ago. It's accurate, very small, easy to use, and nice to look at. It is a must-have item for bakers! The glass measuring plate comes off for easy cleaning. The only thing I don't like about it is that it only gives weights in grams/ounces, i.e. doesn't automatically bump up to kilos/pounds.

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With an attractive glass measuring plate and compact size, this electronic kitchen scale blends functionality with style. The Toughened 5MM Hygienic tempered glass platform is resistant to staining and easy for cleaning. One lithium battery powers the electronic scale with a low battery indicator, automatic zero, and automatic shutdown. For measurement with bowls or other containers, users need only place the empty container on the scale and press the power button to set the measurement at zero for isolated ingredient weights. The scale measures quantities up to 11 pounds or five kilograms. Equipped with a high precision strain gauge sensor system. 5mm tempered glass surface. 54×20mm LCD display. Auto zero resetting / power off. Low power / Over-load indicator. Tare function. G/Oz convertible. Color: Silver Gold with round glass. Power : 1×3V CR2032 lithium battery (included).

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Tanita BF680 Duo Scale Plus Body Fat Monitor with Athletic Mode Review

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(More customer reviews)I just got this scale for myself as a Christmas present and I have nothing but good things to say about it.
Pros:
EASE OF USE - Inputting the user settings when you first get the scale takes less than 2 minutes. The interface is intuitive and the instructions included are complete and easy to understand.
PRECISION - You get nice and consistent readings for both body weight and body fat if you do repeat weighings right after another. Usually within 0.2 lbs and 0.1% body fat.
ACCURACY - There's a lot of debate over what the most accurate way to measure bodyfat is - calipers vs. electrical impedence etc. However, I think that it's more important to be able to track your improvement rather than being able to know exactly what your % bodyfat is. This scale allows you to do that. So you know that you've dropped 5% bodyfat and that you know roughly what it is. Unless you're a world class athlete, it's probably not necessary for you to have an exact value and if you are one of those few people, you probably have access to more advanced methods.
COST - At the present Amazon price, this is a great deal. About the price of a session with a trainer and only a few dollars more than a regular digital scale without the body fat feature.
CONS:
None that I can really think of right now. As I mentioned earlier, some people may be shocked/disappointed by the readings they get and dispute the accuracy of them. However, as I mentioned, the direction of your bodyfat change is more important and more valuable.

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Tanita's two-person Duo Scale plus body fat monitors stores two sets of pre-programmed personal data for fast, simple operation. The Duo model are designed specifically for two people who want to stay in control of weight and body fat management plus athletic mode.

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4/02/2012

Ultra Peptide Review

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(More customer reviews)I love this flavor. I had a friend recommend it to me and I am so glad I listened. To me, this is very easy to mix with water and drink without any need to additions.

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World's finest systained release micellar casein based super protein bio engineered for lean muscle acquisition.* Picture may be of different size or flavor

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KAL - Vitamin B-12 Spray, 2500 mcg, 2 fl oz spray Review

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(More customer reviews)I had been taking timed release B12 tablets, but eventually they were bothering my stomach. The spray solved that problem and has no negatives of its own. Works great.
My B12 level was 213 and my doctor said they usually begin treatment when it is 400. My next test was about one month after I started using the spray and my level was up to 1150. My doctor said she had never seen a B12 level rise so far so fast.

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Just one spray under the tongue delivers a pleasant grape-flavored splash of 2500 mcg of Vitamin B-12 (as Cyancobalamin) and 1.5 mg of Stevia Leaf extract.

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Source Naturals Artichoke Extract 500mg Review

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(More customer reviews)The disclaimer: I am not a doctor.
Anecdotally, I *did* drop my total cholesterol levels from 246 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl) to 183 mg/dl. That's 63 points. I take 2 of the "extract 500" artichoke tablets twice a day with food (for a total of 4 daily tablets), plus I also take 1-10 milligram tablet of policosanol at the same time I take the artichoke herb (a total of 2-10 mg policosanol tablets per day). My LDL (low density cholesterol is the "bad" cholesterol) went from 144 to 99 mg/dl. My HDL (the "good" high density cholesterol) went from 81 to 66 mg/dl.
I stopped my regimen for about 4 months and my total cholesterol levels went back up, so I'm back "with the program." I do feel better. I haven't noticed any side effects, but as with any herbal product, everyone's body is different, and may react differently, so please be aware of those issues.
Results may vary. One of my friends tried the artichoke tablets, and his total cholesterol dropped 20 points, but I don't know what dosage he took. He said he is pleased with the turn-around.
One advantage, as the previous reviewer has pointed out, is that I've noticed a decrease in my tendency to constipation.

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Dietary supplement. Promotes fat digestion and metabolism. Artichoke extract stimulates bile production, promoting fat digestion and metabolism. By stimulating bile, it supports liver and gallbladder function and may help relieve occasional indigestion. Medical experts theorize that it may also inhibit activity of the cholesterol production enzyme HMG CoA Reductase to balance LDL cholesterol and triglyceride production in the liver for cardiovascular support. Source Naturals Artichoke Extract 500 is standardized to 5% cynarin and 15% chlorogenic acids for maximum potency (These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease). Suitable for vegetarians. Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.

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