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Beets are amazing—the list of heart-healthy benefits keeps growing.  I read an article—actually  more like a Question and Answer column*—where someone had written in and asked if there were any natural ways to lower blood pressure.  This person was taking three drugs for hypertension and high cholesterol, and wanted to know if there were any healthy, organic products that could help lower her blood pressure and cholesterol.

The answer?  Beets. 

Beets are Heart-Healthy …
We’ve talked about the benefits of beets and beet juice many times because research and studies have proven them to be true.  According to this article, beets contain powerful compounds that “reduce blood pressure, promote bile flow, ease digestive disorders, improve heart disease, lower cholesterol and prevent cancer.*”

Another benefit of beets and beet juice is that it reduces the risk for blood clots.  According to the same article*, the anti-platelet action of beets reduces the risk for blood clots by dissolving inorganic calcium that can clog up the blood vessels.  In fact, “beets can lower total cholesterol and triglycerides by 30 percent and 40 percent.*”  And a 2008 study in Hypertension found that drinking two cups of beetroot juice reduced blood pressure by up to 10 points, with no major side effects.*

… and Cancer-Fighting!
And then there’s potential cancer-fighting benefits.  Beets contain a compound called betacyanin, which is a powerful cancer fighter, especially when it comes to colon cancer.  Beets may also “negate the effects of eating processed meats laden with dangerous nitrosamines, which may help reduce the potential for stomach cancer.*”

And, if you think we are gangbusters over beets and beet juice, check out http://www.lovebeetroot.co.uk.  It’s a whole website devoted exclusively to the wonders of beets.  You can find information, recipes, the history of beetroot, and fast facts.**

Biotta Beet Juice
Biotta Beet Juice tastes terrific—so why not make it part of your regular daily nutrition?  Beet juice is Biotta’s most popular juice, rich with natural minerals and vitamins.  It’s a refreshing, crisp, cool and healthy addition to your diet.  Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles. 

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

* http://www.herald-review.com/news/local/article_42815871-6257-50b4-a88e-4b45ec5256ae.html
** http://www.lovebeetroot.co.uk/

I recently read an interesting and informative article on making New Year’s resolutions.  Entitled “Make realistic resolutions for 2010,” the article, written by Jessica Smith, presents a doable approach to New Year’s resolutions.* 

Since fitness is often in the top five resolutions people make, it’s important to be realistic in your goals.  The article talks about exercise—types, locations and duration.  The rest of the article deals with weight management, weight loss and proper nutrition.  It presents a sensible approach to this subject, and includes these tips for developing realistic nutritional goals:

1. Eat more fruits and vegetables.  Interesting that this should be number one on her list.  What better way to get your fruits and vegetables than with Biotta’s 100% all-natural juices?
2. Eat more whole grains and high-fiber foods.
3. Eat balanced meals that contain a healthy carbohydrate, lean protein, healthy fat, and a fruit or veggie.  (Fruits and veggies again?  Think Biotta!)
4. Eat breakfast (Biotta Breakfast Drink?)
5. Don’t skip meals.
6. Drink more water.
7. Limit high-fat foods and fried or greasy foods.
8. Limit fast food.
9. Plan your meals before you go grocery shopping.
10. Pack quick, healthy lunches and snacks to bring to work (Biotta’s single serving bottles are perfect on-the-go).
11. Try eating 4-6 small meals or snacks per day.
12. Practice eating slowly.  Stop when you are comfortably satisfied.*

Biotta’s organic juices fit perfectly in a healthy diet regimen.  If eating and feeling healthier is on your New Year’s resolution list, make sure Biotta juices are a part of your plan.
Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.thedailytimes.com/article/20091228/LIFE/312289998

Sunday, December 27, the San Francisco Chronicle ran a story entitled “Grocery store brands come out on top.”  Written by Amanda Gold, the article detailed research she had done in preparation for a local TV news segment where the subject was advertised brands of food versus grocery store brands, and how they stacked up. *

Local chefs, cookbook authors and food professionals tested products blind, and rated them based on texture, appearance and taste.  The panel of judges considered foods in many categories: snacks, beverages, dairy, fruits and vegetables, breakfast, baked goods, lunch and dinner, sweet and treats, and condiments. Of the vegetable juices they rated, Biotta’s Organic Vegetable Juice Cocktail was the winner.

A well-balanced blend, our Vegetable Juice Cocktail contains several vital nutrients from freshly gathered organic vegetables: tomatoes, carrots, celeriac and beetroots.  It has a rich tomato base.  Tomatoes contain natural lycopene (a phyto-nutrient) for improved cell function and cell metabolism compromised by environmental influences.  Biotta Vegetable Juice Cocktail is low in calories and contains large amounts of natural vitamin C.

This broad exposure for Biotta juices is the latest in a line of impressive media attention.  Biotta’s first national exposure came last April, when Whoopi Goldberg mentioned Biotta’s all-natural juices on The View.  Recently, our products have also been featured in Shape, OK! and Life & Style magazines, among others.  Be on the lookout in your favorite publications for more information on Biotta natural organic juices. 

More than ever before, people want all-natural, organic juices that are as delicious as they are good for them.  Biotta juices fit into today’s active lifestyle perfectly.  Biotta organic juices provide a unique taste experience through all-natural whole fruits and vegetables, grown and harvested for optimum quality, then minimally processed to ensure great taste and high nutritional value. 

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.


Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

* http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/12/25/FDCJ1B4573.DTL

Biotta Vegetable Juice Cocktail
HEALTHY ATTRIBUTES:
• Alcohol Free
• Caffeine Free
• Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Dairy Free
• Gluten Free
• Lactose Free
• Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
• Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
• No Artificial Color
• No Artificial Flavors
• No MSG Added
• No Sugar Added
• Nut Free
• Organic
• Peanut Free
• Preservative Free
• Soy Free
• Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Wheat Free

I heard on the news this morning that, although the cases of reported H1N1 flu are down right now, experts are bracing for another wave yet to come in January.  A recent article in Taste for Life magazine reviewed the common symptoms of the flu—fever, chills, cough, dry throat, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.  Flu lasts longer than the common cold—sometimes up to 12 days or longer.*  With an increasing number of deaths being linked to this highly contagious virus, it’s a great idea to boost your immune system to help fight off this and other viruses.

Boost Your Immune System
One of the easiest and most effective ways to boost your immune system is with a healthful, balanced diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables.  Biotta juices are an all-natural way to get the recommended number of fruit and vegetable servings.  In addition, certain juices are specifically believed to boost the immune system—especially elderberry, beet, and carrot juice.

Biotta Elderberry Juice
The Taste for Life article specifically mentioned the immune-building properties of the elderberry.  “While no medicine (herbal or conventional) has yet been definitively proven to kill the H1N1 virus, a recent cell study shows that the flavonoids in elderberry bind to this virus.  Investigators add that these substances ‘compare favorably to the known anti-influenza activities of Oseltamivir (Tamiflu).’”*

Another recent study, cited in a PRWeb® press release** also cited the benefits of elderberries in boosting immunity.  Elderberries have twice the amount of antioxidants as blueberries and cranberries.  Elderberry juice also supplies vitamin C to assist in the prevention and treatment of colds; it’s been medically proven as a strong anti-viral and immune system enhancer.  Biotta’s Elderberry Juice is made from freshly gathered, sun-ripened organic elderberries and is available in an 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottle.

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*Taste for Life, (November, 2009), page 18
**PR Web® - Health News: Immune System Support is Important for Young Adults as Seasons Change, March 24, 2009.

We all know children don’t eat enough fruits and vegetables.  An article in the November 2009 edition of Taste for Life magazine, entitled “eat your veggies,” reported that, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), “only 33 percent of all adults in this country eat two or more daily servings of fruit, and just 27 percent consume the recommended three or more daily servings of vegetables.”*

But the news regarding children is even more dismal.  The article goes on to report that “under 10 percent of American high school students are eating sufficient amounts of fruits and veggies.”*

William H. Dietz, MD, who directs the CDC’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity states, “A diet high in fruits and vegetables is important for optimal child growth, maintaining a healthy weight, and prevention of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and some cancer, all of which currently contribute to healthcare costs in the United States.”*

Drink Biotta 100% Organic Juices
Overall, people who consume sufficient amounts of fruits and vegetables are less likely to have chronic diseases, including stroke, type 2 diabetes, some forms of cancer, and perhaps heart disease.  So, how to get you children to consume the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables?  Give them Biotta all-natural juices. 



Check out our previous blog  for the top ten reasons to choose Biotta all-natural juices.  Biotta juices are amazing products.  We provide a unique taste experience through our natural whole fruits and vegetables, grown and harvested for optimum quality, and then minimally processed to ensure great taste and high nutritional value.

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*Taste for Life, November 2009, page 13
 

In a recent article in a local Indianapolis suburb newspaper, Dr. Carolyn Berghuis commented on the fact that many health researchers consider a proper pH balance as vital in preventing “premature aging, wrinkles, thyroid dysfunction, cardiovascular disease, impaired memory and many other degenerative diseases.”*

We’ve examined the importance of a balanced pH before in previous posts .  Because our diets are so acidic, they can make us tired and less productive, with increased feelings of stress, nervousness, lack of energy, decreased concentration and a higher risk of infection.**

When we consume foods that are highly acidic (processed cheese, ice cream, sugar, coffee, fried foods, among others), our bodies use up more energy, “and the cells no longer have the strength and vitality to reproduce in a healthy, anti-aging fashion … energy is used up rebalancing the body system.”*  The good news is that by consuming more alkaline-producing fruits and vegetables, you can adjust your internal chemistry.

Biotta Celery Root Juice
Biotta 100% Organic Celery Root Juice is a delicious way to consume one of the vegetables that helps balance your pH.  According to http://www.naturalnews.com/024596_celery_blood_salt.html, celery juice is highly nutritious and one of the most hydrating foods we can put in our bodies. Because it is incredibly alkalizing, it equalizes the body's PH, which is vital for peak health. In ancient times, it was considered a medicinal herb used to treat a variety of health complaints. The minerals and vitamins and nutrients are in perfect harmony with each other.*** Celery is high in vitamin A, vitamins B1, B2, B6 and C, potassium, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, sodium and essential amino acids.

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*Current in Carmel, December 8, 2009
***http://www.buzzle.com/articles/how-important-is-acid-and-alkali-balance-in-blood.html
***http://www.naturalnews.com/024596_celery_blood_salt.html

In my previous post, we looked at the background of the elderberry and the different types available.  Today, we’ll examine the benefits of this remarkable juice.  For example, did you know that elderberry juice was used to treat a flu epidemic in Panama in 1995?  People with the flu who drank elderberry juice had less severe symptoms and felt that they recovered much more quickly than those who did not have the juice.*Boosting the Immune System
One of elderberry juice’s main benefits is boosting the immune system.  It actually helps block the flu and has outstanding antiviral properties.   Because elderberry juice supplies the body with antioxidant protection, it may be effective in treating a variety of diseases that are related to a compromised immune system.  In fact, preliminary studies have shown it may be effective “against some viruses, including herpes and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).”**  Because elderberry juice has been medically proven to be a strong anti-viral and immune system enhancer, it is often recommended as part of a health maintenance program.

Preventing Upper Respiratory Infections
Elderberry juice is effective in preventing and treating upper respiratory infections.  Research shows that elderberry juice reduces excessive sinus mucous, and additional studies show that elderberry improves sinus drainage and decreases congestion.**  The natural active ingredient in elderberries can help regenerate the cilia’s filtering function; that’s why it’s a natural to help relieve colds and flu (some people even drink it to help relieve symptoms of asthma).

Fight the Flu
Research has shown that elderberry is effective in fighting at least eight strains of flu virus.  “A clinical trial of elderberry found that it cured 90 percent of flu infections in three days, which was half the time needed for recovery in participants taking a placebo.”**

Lower Cholesterol
Some research suggests that elderberry reduces high cholesterol as well.  “Early study reports that elderberry juice may decrease serum cholesterol concentrations and increase low-density lipoprotein stability.”*** 

Biotta’s Elderberry Juice is made from freshly gathered, sun-ripened organic black elderberries and is available in an 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottle.  Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.herbwisdom.com/herb-elderberry.html
**http://www.vitaminstuff.com/herbs-elderberry.html
***http://www.elderberries.com/2008/01/12/medlineplus-herbs-and-supplements-elder-sambucas-nigra-l/#more-42

We’ve had quite a bit of interest about Biotta Elderberry Juice every since Dr. Oz mentioned on a recent TV show that elderberry juice can help boost your immune system.  This post and the one to follow will give you a little more background about the elderberry—the various types and benefits—and talk about some of the scientific research being done.

The History of the Elderberry
For centuries, elderberries have been used throughout Europe, North America, Asia and Africa as a folk remedy for many ailments.  The most common type of elderberry is the Sambucus Nigra, grown in temperate climate throughout Europe and North America.  Hippocrates called this plant the “medicine chest” because of all of the illnesses it could be used to treat.*

There are several species of the elderberry tree.  Most information you read and most of the research done has been about the Sambucus Nigra, which is the type of elderberry used in Biotta Elderberry Juice.  Other species include the America elder, antelope brush, blue elderberry, danewort, dwarf elder, red-fruited elder, and Sambucus formosana.** 

The Elderberry Tree
The elderberry tree grows up to 30 feet tall.  Native to Europe, it has been cultivated successfully in the Americas as well.** The tree bears beige flowers and dark purple berries in autumn.  All the parts of the tree have been used for medicinal purposes.  The leaves are often added to topical creams to treat inflammation, and the bark has been used to treat stomach ailments.***

But the flowers and berries are most often used to treat a variety of illnesses and conditions (see the following post).***  They contain flavonoids that have antioxidants and immune-boosting properties.  In fact, elderberries contain “organic pigments, tannin, amino acids, carotenoids, flavonoids, sugar, rutin, viburnic acid, vitamin A and B, and a large amount of vitamin C.”****

Elderberry Juice
Many sources suggest drinking elderberry juice to boost your immune system and improve digestion.  Since large doses can cause digestive problems in some people, it is sometimes recommended that 10 ounces of elderberry juice be consumed daily.*

Biotta Elderberry Juice
Biotta Elderberry Juice boosts your immune system and eases the strain on the respiratory system by increasing the production and performance of white blood cells and building resistance to various kinds of infections. When a person becomes ill, he/she may suffer from blocked respiratory passages.  The natural active ingredient in elderberries can help regenerate the cilia’s filtering function; that’s why it’s a natural to help relieve colds and flu (some people even drink it to help relieve symptoms of asthma).  Biotta’s Elderberry Juice is made from freshly gathered, sun-ripened organic Sambucus Nigra (black) elderberries .  Biotta’s Elderberry Juice is available in an 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottle.

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.brighthub.com/health/diet-nutrition/articles/28842.aspx
**http://www.elderberries.com/2008/01/12/medlineplus-herbs-and-supplements-elder-sambucas-nigra-l/#more-42
***http://www.vitaminstuff.com/herbs-elderberry.html
****http://www.herbwisdom.com/herb-elderberry.html

Lycopene is a bright red carotenoid found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables, including watermelon and papaya (not strawberries).  Studies show that lycopene-rich foods may help reduce the risk of some cancers (including prostate and breast cancer), as well as reducing the risk of macular degeneration and cardiovascular disease.*  Lycopene may also be instrumental in helping to prevent osteoporosis and reduce allergy symptoms.

Of all of the carotenoids, lycopene is the most effective when it comes to neutralizing the effects of UV rays and slowing the aging effects on the skin.  One recent study showed that the daily consumption of tomato paste was linked to a 30% increase in skin protection, as well as a boost in collagen levels. 

Lycopene and Cancer Cells
When it comes to lycopene, you say tomato and I say tom-aahhh-to.  However you pronounce it, tomatoes are the best source of lycopene.  Tomato-derived lycopene may block the growth of cancer cells, in particular prostate cancer.* Wikipedia explains the correlation this way:

“Because preliminary research has shown an inverse correlation between consumption of tomatoes and cancer risk, lycopene has been considered a potential agent for prevention of some types of cancers, particularly prostate cancer. However, this area of research and the relationship with prostate cancer have been deemed insufficient of evidence for health claim approval by the US Food and Drug Administration.**

Biotta Vegetable Juice Cocktail
Tomatoes and tomato-based sauces and juices account for more than 85% of the dietary intake of lycopene for most people.  A delicious way to get the lycopene you need is by drinking Biotta’s Vegetable Juice Cocktail, a well-balanced blend of several vital nutrients.  It’s made from freshly gathered organic vegetables, including tomatoes, carrots, celeriac and beetroots, finished off with lemon juice, spices and a pinch of sea salt.  Biotta’s Vegetable Juice Cocktail is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles. 



Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.


*http://nutrition.about.com/od/healthyfoods/tp/lycopene.htm
**http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lycopene

What Carotenoids Are
Carotenoids help keep you healthy and help prevent chronic illness.  The word “carotenoid” comes from the Latin word for carrots.  Carotenoids are natural pigments with colors ranging from orangey-yellow to red violet.  Your body cannot make carotenoids, so you have to obtain them from the foods you eat.  You get carotenoids from a variety of fruits and vegetables. 

Beta carotene is the most widespread carotenoid in our diet (found in carrots), followed by lutein (found in spinach), and lycopene (found in tomatoes).  Together, these three sources account for almost 80% of carotenoid intake.*

Why Carotenoids Are Important
Carotenoids have positive effects on your health.  The pigments, like beta carotene and crypto xanthin, get converted into Vitamin A in your body, which is so important for good vision and for the immune system.  Most carotenoids are powerful antioxidants that protect cells from damage, which is especially important for your skin, which is an organ with large quantities of carotenoids.  Carotenoids are also believed to have cellular effects that can help prevent chronic illnesses. 

Biotta Carrot Juice
Biotta’s 100% organic Carrot Juice is an excellent source of carotenoids.  After all, carrots are one of nature’s most “healing” foods—an excellent source of pro-vitamin A, vitamins C, D, E, K, B1 and B6.  Carrots are also rich in bioton, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and organic sodium.

Beta carotene is an anti-oxidant that has health benefits that may positively affect a variety of conditions and diseases, including:



For more than half a century, Biotta has been producing 100% natural, organic, fresh carrot juice to health food stores and select grocers throughout the country.  Biotta’s Carrot Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles. 

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.lfpress.com/life/healthandfitness/2009/08/31/10685576-sun.html
**http://www.juicing-for-health.com/carrot-nutrition.html

We’ve talked many times about the amazing properties and health benefits of beet root juice.  Beet juice can help lower blood pressure, increase dietary nitrates and thereby increase stamina, aid in digestive problems, detoxify the body, build the immune system, strengthen bones, and help fight cancer by breaking up tumors.

Beet Juice Sensitivity
But, some articles have surfaced that warn about the dangers of drinking beet juice straight.  While most people do not have a problem drinking beet juice, in some people, drinking straight beet juice can cause giddiness, heartthrob, general weakness and vomiting.*

Drink Beet Juice in Combination
Beet Juice Can Increase Energy
Remember, for most people, drinking beet juice straight is not a problem.  In fact, recent research shows that drinking two glasses of beet juice daily gives you more energy.  The research showed how the nitrate contained in beetroot juice leads to a reduction in oxygen uptake, making exercise less tiring. The study revealed that drinking beet juice reduces oxygen uptake to an extent that cannot be achieved by any other known means, including training.***  The study, published Feb. 2008 in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension, also showed that people who drank beet juice also had a lower resting blood pressure.

Beet juice is Biotta’s most favored juice by consumers, rich with natural minerals and vitamins.  In all likelihood, you won’t have any problem drinking Biotta Beet Juice straight.  If you do, try one of the juice combinations listed above.  Beet juice is refreshing, crisp, cool and a healthy addition to your diet.  Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles. 

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.


*http://www.womanspassions.com/articles/598.html
**http://www.bastis.org/juicing.htm
***http://kellypersonaltraining.blogspot.com/2009/08/drink-beet-juice-for-more-energy.html

Do you ever get confused when you look at labels?  Juice labels, for instance, can sport many terms, including “fresh squeezed,” “from concentrate,” “100% pure,” “fresh frozen” and “not from concentrate.”  What do these labels tell you about the quality of the juice and exactly what you are buying?

The Food and Drug Administration offers these guidelines:


Biotta takes great care to protect the natural wholesomeness and taste of all our ingredients.  Instead of pressing the fruits and vegetables, which can cause some loss of nutritional value, we use a decanting process of centrifugation to pull the juice out.  Then, we pasteurize the juice at low heat levels to retain the high nutritional value, bottle our juices in recyclable glass bottles for full flavor retention, label and send.  No other company takes more care to deliver a 100% organic product. 

Here is how Biotta’s Juices stack up:

100% Juice
Beet Juice
Carrot Juice
Vegetable Juice Cocktail (in this case, the 'cocktail' denotes a blend of vegetable juices)
Bruess® Vegetable Juice
Celery Juice
Sauerkraut Juice
Potato Juice

Fruit juices are typically too tart or strong to consume at 100% juice.  Therefore, we blend our organic fruit juices with other juices as well as tea extracts to make them more palatable.

87% Juice
Energy Drink

74% Juice
Breakfast Juice

70% Juice
Elderberry Juice

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://extension.osu.edu/~news/story.php?id=2081
**http://www.cnn.com/2008/HEALTH/diet.fitness/06/11/cl.antioxidant.juices/index.html
 

Forty percent of our population will likely have to deal with cancer at some point.  That’s a lot of people.  Since tumors often grow more than 20 years without detection before they are diagnosed, eating and drinking foods that protect against this serious problem is an excellent idea.

Enter the lowly beet.  Beets are one of nature’s astounding wonders.  Recent studies have shown that beets increase stamina during exercise by 16 percent.*  Add that to all the other known health benefits of beet juice—including lowering blood pressure, increasing dietary nitrates, aiding in digestive problems, building the immune system and strengthening bones—and you have one powerhouse food.But did you know that beet juice has also been shown to break up cancers and tumors?  In the 1950s, Dr. Ferenczi of Hungary used beets exclusively to break up tumors in the body.**  Tumors were often eliminated, but he found that they returned if the patient stopped eating beets and drinking beet juice.  These findings confirmed that eating beets and drinking beet juice was not just a short-term fix, but rather a lifestyle solution. 

Cancer-fighting Betacyanin
Betacyanin is the ingredient that has been identified as the main tumor-fighting agent in beets.  Betacyanin gives beets its bright reddish purple color, and it also helps to detoxify the body, in general. 

Beets' potential effectiveness against colon cancer, in particular, has been demonstrated in several studies. In one study, animals with chemically induced colon cancer and high cholesterol were divided into two groups. “One group received a diet high in beet fiber while the other group served as a control. The beet fiber-fed animals rose to the challenge by increasing their activity of two antioxidant enzymes in the liver, glutathione peroxidase and glutathione-S-transferase. The liver is the body's primary detoxification organ where toxic substances are broken down and eliminated, a process that generates a lot of free radicals. Glutathione peroxidase and glutathione-S-transferase are the bodyguards for liver cells, protecting them from free radical attack, so they can continue to protect us.”***
“In other animal studies, scientists have noted that animals fed beet fiber had an increase in their number of colonic CD8 cells, special immune cells responsible for detecting and eliminating abnormal cells. With the increased surveillance provided by these additional CD8 cells, the animals in one of the studies given beet fiber had fewer pre-cancerous changes.  In stomach cancer patients, when scientists compared the effects of fruit and vegetable juices on the formation of nitrosamines, ...beet juice was found to be a potent inhibitor of the cell mutations caused by these (cancer-causing) compounds.”***
Add beet juice to your diet and increase your body’s tumor-fighting capability.  Beet juice is Biotta’s most favored juice by consumers, rich with natural minerals and vitamins.  It’s a refreshing, crisp, cool and healthy addition to your diet.  Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles. 

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.naturalnews.com/027032_beets_cancer_tumors.html
**http://www.betterbe.ca/Documents/Ferenczi1961eng.pdf
***http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=49

What is nitric oxide, and how can it help lower your blood pressure?  The juice of dark leafy vegetables and dark red vegetables (such as beets) all produce nitric oxide.  These vegetables are high in nitrates, and dietary nitrates help to increase the amount of nitric oxide in the body.  When you drink beet juice, the nitrates are turned into nitrites and, in your stomach, nitrites turn into nitric oxide.  Why is nitric oxide important? 
Nitric oxide enters your bloodstream as nitrites and lowers blood pressure in as little as three hours by relaxing blood vessels.*  A scientific journal paper entitled “Acute blood pressure lowering, vasoprotective and anti-platelet properties of dietary nitrate via bioconversion to nitrite” was published in the February 2008 edition of Hypertension.*  It explained that, if your blood vessels cannot expand or contract to handle differences in blood flow, nitric oxide may be helpful.  And if you have thick blood that clots too easily, beet juice, in particular, may have anti-clotting properties. 

Drink Beet Juice to Lower Blood Pressure
The article stated that drinking two cups of beet juice daily may protect against endothelial dysfunction—that’s when blood vessels cannot expand and contract normally.  A study in Hypertension (online February 4, 2008) explained that two cups of beet juice can lower blood pressure by 10 points and last up to 24 hours, which is more effective than many prescription drugs.* 


Other Beet Juice Benefits
Beet Juice is Biotta’s most popular juice—and no wonder.  Our beet juice is 100% organic, made from the highest quality beet roots.  Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles. 

Beet juice, rich in minerals and vitamins, helps maintain cell functions and strengthens the body’s resistance to diseases.  Studies show beet juice may help boost your immune system.

A recent study published by Exeter University also concluded that drinking two glasses of beetroot juice per day can increase stamina up to 16%.**  Many other sources indicate that beet juice may be therapeutic for sexual weakness, kidney stones, gall bladder, kidney, liver and prostate troubles.***  Beet juice contains chlorine, a mineral that acts to regulate digestion by controlling the rhythmical contraction of the abdomen, *** and calcium, important to maintaining bone health.****

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.


*http://www.examiner.com/x-7160-Sacramento-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d27-Which-vegetables--juices-produce-enough-nitric-oxide-to-lower-high-blood-pressure
** http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8186947.stm
***http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/articles/Beet-juice-and-benefit-of-beet.html
****http://www.anti-aging-nutrition-and-fitness.com/beet-juice.html
 

It’s important to get the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables every day to give your body the nutrients it needs to function well.  Drinking all-natural fruit and vegetable juices—like 100% organic Biotta juices—is a great way to consume the good foods your body needs. 

If Vegetables Don’t Make Your Heart Sing …
Remember your mom telling you to eat your vegetables because people were starving in 3rd world countries?  Sometimes it’s still hard to get all the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables in every day.  That’s where fresh juices comes in!

According to an article entitled “Juice Appeal lets you eat your vegetables with a straw,” author Rasham Nassar states:
Ok—drinking juice can be more convenient, but are there other benefits as well?  You bet!  The benefits of drinking juice are numerous, but one of the most important is absorption of nutrients by the body.  The “Juice Appeal” article goes on to state, “Our body’s natural ability to absorb nutrients from the foods we eat has deteriorated thanks to our poor diets and lack of exercise.  When we blend our fruits and vegetables, we are, in a sense, bypassing the processing of digestion, going straight from sippy cup to bloodstream, therefore eliminating the risk of a possible loss of valuable vitamins and minerals in our diets.”*

Another advantage of drinking your fruits and vegetables is that you end up consuming more—and different—types of vegetables than you would if you were eating them.  For example, our Vegetable Juice Cocktail includes carrot juice, celery juice, beetroot juice, tomato juice, and various seasonings and spices.

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.examiner.com/x-18116-Oakland-Healthy-Trends-Examiner~y2009m8d11-Juice-Appeal-lets-you-eat-your-vegetables-with-a-straw


Vegetable Juice Cocktail Healthy Attributes

• Alcohol Free
• Caffeine Free
• Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Dairy Free
• Gluten Free
• Lactose Free
• Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
• Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
• No Artificial Color
• No Artificial Flavors
• No MSG Added
• No Sugar Added
• Nut Free
• Organic
• Peanut Free
• Preservative Free
• Soy Free
• Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Wheat Free


 

Did you know that approximately 12 million Americans have food allergies?  That’s one person in every 25.  And children don’t even fare that well—one in 17 children under age three has a food allergy.**


Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

* All Biotta juices are allergen-free, as they relate to the top 8 food allergens, with the exception of our Breakfast Drink.
**http://www.foodallergy.org/allergens/index.html

Heart disease is THE NUMBER ONE killer of people in the United States.  Estimates for the year 2006 reflected that 80,000,000 people in the United States had one or more forms of cardiovascular disease (CVD), including:

•    High blood pressure — 73,600,000
•    Coronary heart disease — 16,800,000
•    Myocardial infarction (acute heart attack) — 7,900,000
•    Angina pectoris (chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood supply to the heart muscle) — 9,800,000
•    Stroke — 6,500,000
•    Heart Failure — 5,700,000*

Heart disease is also linked to emotional well-being, so a strong heart can help alleviate depression and stress, as well.

Drink Biotta Juices for a Healthier Heart
Certain juices are believed to be extremely heart-healthy.  If you have heart disease or if you want to avoid getting heart disease, making these juices part of your healthy regimen is a great idea.

Did you know there is evidence of arthritis in dinosaur bones?  It’s true, and the first known traces of human arthritis date back as far as 4500 BC.  Let’s look briefly at what arthritis is, how it can affect a person, what the normal treatments are, and how alternative therapies, such as juice therapy, may provide some relief to arthritis sufferers.


What is Arthritis?
Arthritis is actually the name given to a group of conditions involving damage to the joints of the body.  There are over 100 different forms of arthritis; the most common are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.* All forms of arthritis cause pain.  Different types of arthritis cause different symptoms, have varying progression timelines and aggravating factors.*  Blood tests and X-rays of the affected joints often are performed to make a specific diagnosis.

How Do You Treat Arthritis?
Treatment can vary depending on the type of arthritis and the level of symptoms.  But, treatments generally include physical therapy, lifestyle changes, medications, dietary supplements and sometimes bracing and surgery.*  In general, the more the affected joint keeps moving, the better long-term pain relief is achieved.

Juice Therapy for Arthritis
It’s important to keep your joints intact and healthy.  One of the ways people are finding helpful with arthritis pain is juice therapy. 

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.


Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

* http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthritis
**http://www.24medica.com/content/view/322/2/
* www.healthjockey.com/2009/04/11/juice-therapy-drink-your-way-to-good-health/


Beet Juice Healthy Attributes
Alcohol Free
Caffeine Free
Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Low Carb
Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
Low Sodium (<140 mg/svg)
No Artificial Color
No Artificial Flavors
No MSG Added
No Sugar Added
Nut Free
Organic
Peanut Free
Preservative Free
Soy Free
Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
Vegan
Vegetarian
Wheat Free

Carrot Juice Healthy Attributes
Alcohol Free
Caffeine Free
Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Low Carb
Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
Low Sodium (<140 mg/svg)
No Artificial Color
No Artificial Flavors
No MSG Added
No Sugar Added
Nut Free
Organic
Peanut Free
Preservative Free
Soy Free
Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
Vegan
Vegetarian
Wheat Free

Celery Juice Healthy Attributes
Alcohol Free
Caffeine Free
Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Low Carb
Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
Low Sodium (<140 mg/svg)
No Artificial Color
No Artificial Flavors
No MSG Added
No Sugar Added
Nut Free
Organic
Peanut Free
Preservative Free
Soy Free
Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
Vegan
Vegetarian
Wheat Free

Potato Juice Healthy Attributes
Alcohol Free
Caffeine Free
Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
No Artificial Color
No Artificial Flavors
No MSG Added
No Sugar Added
Nut Free
Organic
Peanut Free
Preservative Free
Soy Free
Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
Vegan
Vegetarian
Very Low Sodium (<35 mg/svg)
Wheat Free

Check us out on Hungry Girl's website - www.hungry-girl.com!  It’s a great website, chockfull of nutritional information, recipes and news.  Hungry Girl makes sure her readers understand that she is not a nutritionist, she’s just hungry!


Hungry Girl says she considers herself “…a foodologist…not because I have some kind of fancy degree, but because I am obsessed with food, how wonderful it is, and how much of it will make it impossible for me to fit into my pants. Food is my passion and it has been my lifelong obsession.  Because I obsess over food, I learn about it, read about it, research it, dream about it. Nothing gives me a thrill like discovering a new low cal snack or assembling a no fat pizza! Over the years my food obsession has caused me to accumulate approximately a zillion diet and food tips, and because I am not only hungry, but also very nice, I want to share them with you.”

Hungry Girl and Biotta
On 8/24/09, Hungry Girl included a post about Biotta’s Premium Organic Juices.  In part, this is what she had to say:
Check out her entire review at http://www.hungry-girl.com/news/newsdetails.php?isid=1854

Biotta in the News
You may have read about Biotta all-natural juices in the news lately.  Our juices have been receiving a good deal of national attention.  Biotta’s first national exposure came in April, when Whoopi Goldberg took Biotta’s challenge and tried our all-natural juices on The View after stating she “hates all vegetables.”  Recently, our products have also been featured in Shape, Life & Style, and OK! magazines.  Even the Internet is all abuzz – our products have been recommended, not only on www.Hungry-Girl.com,  but on www.TheLuxurySpot.com as well.

Be on the lookout in your favorite magazine or popular website for more information on Biotta natural organic juices. But remember, while Biotta is enjoying its newfound media exposure, we’re not new to 100% pure organic juices—we’ve been producing them for more than 50 years. 

Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.


Biotta Vegetable Juice Cocktail
Organic
Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
Low Carb
No MSG Added
Peanut Free
Nut Free
Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
Soy Free
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Lactose Free
No Sugar Added
Wheat Free
Gluten Free
Caffeine Free
Alcohol Free
Preservative Free
No Artificial Color
No Artificial Flavors

If you are committed to a vegetarian or a vegan lifestyle and diet, Biotta can play an important part in helping you obtain the nutrients you need.  All of our 100% organic juices are vegan, with the exception of our Breakfast Juice, which is vegetarian.

For those of you who are not familiar with Vegan or Vegetarian diets - what’s the difference?  Well, in summary, neither vegans nor vegetarians eat meat, fish, or poultry.  Vegans, in addition to this, “do not eat or use other animal by-products such as eggs, dairy, honey, leather, fur, silk, wool, cosmetics and soaps derived from animal products.”*

The Vegan Diet
The key to a sound diet for both vegetarians and vegans is variety, making sure they consume the needed amounts of protein, fat, vitamins and minerals.  A diet rich in fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grain products, nuts, seeds and legumes, is critical to good health and nutrition.

Biotta Fits Right In
Biotta’s all-natural juices not only fit into vegan and vegetarian diets, they are an easy way to supply your body with many of the nutrients it needs.  On our website, www.biottajuices.com, you’ll not only find a listing of all our products, but detailed product and nutritional information that tells you if the product is vegan, dairy-free, lactose-free, wheat-free, gluten-free and much more. 

Not only do our products fit the vegetarian and vegan lifestyles, our philosophic foundation does as well.  We’re committed to all-natural farming and to delivering 100% organic juices to our customers.  Every fruit and vegetable we use is grown in land that has been organically farmed for half a century—no chemicals, no fertilizer, no toxins.  Biotta juices are natural original juices; they are not made from concentrate, and no artificial additives are used.  You can’t buy a fresher, more nutritious, purely organic juice than Biotta.  Want more information about Biotta juices?  If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right.  If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory.  If you have any other questions, just email us.

* www.vrg.org/nutshell/vegan.htm


Note:  Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.  We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice.  We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.