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“Tea is the elixir of life.” – Lao Tsu

Since its legendary discovery by Chinese Emperor Shen Nong over 5,000 years ago, tea has become far more than boiling water poured over leaves and steeped. 

 

During its long history, tea has become a commodity, a meditation or a means to relax and center oneself, a beneficial elixir, and even a ceremony that can bring about peace between people and even nations. Tea has inspired poets, songwriters, philosophers, and everyday people for centuries.  

At Sir Jason Winters International, we love talking about all things tea-related. Now, at the turn of the New Year, we wanted to share some of our favorite tea quotes. Many of these are about the wisdom, benefits, and overall goodness of tea. So sit back and relax with your favorite cup of tea and allow yourself to indulge!

Tea for Peace of Mind

“My dear, if you could give me a cup of tea to clear my muddle of a head, I should better understand your affairs.” – Charles Dickens

“Drink your tea slowly and reverently, as if it is the axis upon which the world earth revolves – slowly, evenly, without rushing toward the future. Live the actual moment. Only this moment is life.: – Thich Nhat Hah, ‘The Miracle of Mindfulness’

The relaxing and almost meditative quality of tea comes from enjoying a cup or even a pot of tea at various times of the day. Both nutritionists and meditation masters believe that tea serves to relieve stress and gives us a kind of relaxed attention.  

Scientists have found that this relaxing quality is because of the amino acid theanine. Studies show that theanine can reduce stress levels. When combined with the naturally occurring caffeine within tea, it boosts awareness and provides a sense of well-being and relaxation. And there really is nothing like cradling a hot cup of tea between your hands and relaxing far away from the winter chill!

Tea and Good Health

“Better to be deprived of food for three days than tea for one” – Ancient Chinese Saying

“Tea is a miraculous medicine for the maintenance of health. Tea has an extraordinary power to prolong life. Anywhere a person cultivates tea, long life will follow. “– Eisai Kitcha Yojoki, (13th Century)

“Drinking a daily cup of tea will surely starve the apothecary.” – Chinese Proverb

“My experience…convinced me that tea was better than brandy, and during the last six months in Africa I took no brandy, even when sick taking tea instead.” – Theodore Roosevelt

We drink tea when we are sick or when we need a warm pick-me-up to feel better.   Indeed, researchers have found that the phytochemicals found in tea provide potent antioxidants to protect us from the effects of toxins in our environment that we encounter every day.  Often, when we feel the onset of a cold, some of those health-promoting substances within tea can act to help us feel better.  These include catechins and theanine, which are antioxidants that fight free radicals that can damage cells within the body. 

Scientists at Harvard University and other medical research centers around the world have conducted decades of study. Many of these studies indicate that tea drinkers of both black and green tea are less prone to some chronic diseases. Among these diseases are diabetes, cardiovascular disease, liver disease, Parkinson’s disease.  Researchers have also found evidence that drinking tea regularly may reduce the risk of some forms of cancer, including breast, colon, and oral cancers. Some scientists believe that this added benefit is due because of the polyphenols found in the Camellia sinensis or tea plant. 

Other potential health benefits of tea include promoting weight loss, lowering cholesterol, giving slight protection to the skin by providing some UV protection, and promoting better overall dental health. Scientific studies conducted in China, the United States, and the United Kingdom also show that tea may even act to slow cognitive decline in patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. 

While all of this might sound promising, scientists recommend that when consuming tea, be careful not to drink it while it’s too hot. Researchers have found that consuming very hot drinks might increase the risk of esophageal cancer.  They recommend allowing your tea to cool for several minutes before drinking it.

Tea and Friendship

“Usually, if you stop for tea, someone will feel the desire to join you.” – Sunita Williams

 “What is the most wonderful thing for people like myself who follow the Way of Tea? My answer: the oneness of host and guest created through ‘meeting heart to heart’ and sharing a bowl of tea.” – Soshitsu Sen, “Tea Life, Tea Mind”

“My copper kettle whistles merrily
And signals that it is time for tea.
The fine china cups are filled with the brew.
There’s lemon and sugar and sweet cream, too.
But, best of all there’s friendship, between you and me.
As we lovingly share our afternoon tea.” – Marianna Aroli

According to tea master, Sen-no-Rikyu in “The Way of Tea,” written in the 16th Century, there are four essential elements needed for Tea’s art. These elements are harmony, respect, tranquility, and purity. Master Sen-No-Rikyu turned raised tea into both a philosophy and an art form and helped bring about the chanoyu or what we know today as the formal Japanese tea ceremony. 

While taking tea with friends doesn’t have to be a formal affair.  Tea can be as casual or as formal as you wish. When it’s between friends and loved ones, there are no rules for tea.  However, there is something about the almost ceremonial quality of making teatime special.  Putting on the kettle and serving tea in a special pot alongside home-baked treats just for the sheer enjoyment of it can be an unexpected and memorable treat.

By sitting and having tea with one or more friends and allowing the fragrance, the warmth, and the tastes to relax you, the time becomes exceptional.  You may find that by simply taking time out of your day and spending it with others, you’ll want to make tea and friendship a regular habit throughout the coming New Year.

With that, we will leave you with one final quote that we love:

“Tea is liquid wisdom.” – Traditional Saying

Resources

Lam, Kam Chuen., Kai Sin. Lam, and Tin Yu. Lam. The Way of Tea: The Sublime Art of Oriental Tea Drinking. Hauppauge, NY: Barron’s Educational Series, 2002. Print.

Peltier, Warren. The Ancient Art of Tea: Wisdom from the Old Chinese Tea Masters. Rutland, VT: Tuttle, 2011. Print.

Rosen, Diana. The Book of Green Tea. Pownal, VT: Storey, 1994. Print.

Zak, Victoria. 20,000 Secrets of Tea: The Most Effective Ways to Benefit from Nature’s Healing Herbs. New York: Bantam, 2000. Print.

It’s that time of the year when just about everyone is thinking about gift-giving.  If you’ve been wondering about what to get your favorite tea lover on your list, here are only a few of the ideas we’ve found that are available for this holiday season.

While you’re shopping for someone else, consider getting something for yourself, too!

Gift a Treasure Trove of Tea

If you aren’t sure what kind of tea someone prefers, don’t worry! At Sir Jason Winters International, we have lots of different tea tastes that are sure to appeal to even the most discerning of tea connoisseurs. For example, why not put together a bountiful selection of our Sir Jason Winters teas in an attractive gift basket? Fill it with a box of our Sir Jason Winters Original Formula Teabags with Sage or Chaparral, our Green,  Raspberry Flavored, Peach Flavored, or Cinnamon Flavored Tea Bags, centered around our ceramic 2-cup Hampton Teapot or stainless steel Savoy Teapot.   

Other tea accessories you might want to add include in your gift assortment might include:

Tea Tidies

If you like to use your tea bags more than once or ever wondered about the best option to hold it after steeping, a tea tidy can be the perfect solution. These little miniature plates with slightly raised rims can hold your tea bags until they are ready to be used again.

Teacup Infusers and Tea Balls – A tea infuser is a handy little gadget that is designed to sit inside a cup or teapot and hold tea leaves while it steeps in hot water. Some infusers also come with a lid that helps to seal in all of the tea leaves’ aromatic goodness while they steep. After allowing your tea to steep for the perfect amount of time, the infuser can be easily removed and set aside with no tea leaves to rinse out.

A tea ball is a different type of infuser that can make it easy to brew loose tea and keep tea leaves or herbs out of the tea itself.  Tea balls are available in various shapes and sizes. Some are made into a ball in sizes ranging from a single cup to an entire pot or up to a gallon jar of tea. Even whimsical tea balls available on the market have been made into fun shapes such as miniature houses or animals.

In our store, we offer the perfect sized, egg-shaped Tea Ball with Drip Bowl.  When traveling or for those who like the convenience of a teabag, why not include a package or two of our T-Sac Tea Filters in 1 cup or 2-4 cup size in your gift? The bags are unbleached, chlorine-free, and are 100% biodegradable so that they won’t harm the environment.

For those who prefer to put their tea leaves directly into the teapot,  we have on offer our Darjeeling Mesh Tea Strainer. Whatever accessories you choose, your thoughtful gift is sure to delight the tea lover in your life and give them an experience that will last over the cold winter months and beyond!

Tea Books

The world of tea is filled with fascinating topics ranging from its discovery and long history to creating your own tea blends or hosting the perfect tea party.  You can even find books on how to repurpose used tea bags around the house or in your beauty routine. Sir Jason Winters is proud to offer several tea-related titles here on our website that are interesting and inspiring.  “Kotodama: A Collection of Inspirational Thoughts and Quotes” was compiled by our founder, Sir Jason Winters. Based on Sir Jason’s philosophy of a world where we can be kind and show kindness, this book is sure to become a favorite. To find out about how Sir Jason Winters formulas got started, we are offering “The Sir Jason Winters Story: Killing Cancer,”  “The Perfect Cleanse,” and “Breakthrough”, all written by Sir Jason Winters, or “What If: Reflections of My Father’s Life” by Sir Jason’s son, Sir Raymond Winters. Get two for the price of one on any of the titles 

that we offer so you can give one as a gift and keep one for yourself!

Tea Cups and Mugs

Whether it reminds us of a favorite vacation spot or event, loved ones, or our pets – or if its reassuring warmth feels good each time we take a sip of our favorite drink, our favorite teacup or mug is very personal.  The selection of possibilities is endless.  When picking out the perfect teacup or mug to enjoy their tea, keep their tastes, and overall personality in mind.

Give The Gift of Good Health

If there’s someone on your gift list who is already enjoying our products, why not consider giving them the gift of a subscription?  Choose between deliveries of once a month or once every two months to send them a box or canister of their favorite Sir Jason Winters tea.

For those on your list who are hard to buy for, why not consider any of Sir Jason Winters’ supplements? We offer a full line of the highest quality vitamins and supplements that can fill their individual needs.  Each is available through our convenient subscription service.   That way, you are not only saving 5% off of the price of each product but are also giving your loved ones the gift of health all year long!

Resources

“The Way of Tea” by Master Lam Kam Chuyen, Lam Kai Sin and Lam Tin Yu, 2002, Barron’s Educational Series, NY

“The Tea Box” by Giles Brochard, 2001, Barron’s Educational Series, Hauppauge, NY

“The Everything Healthy Tea Book: Discover the Healing Benefits of Tea” by Babette Donaldson, 2014, Everything Publishing, New York, NY

There are lots of great new tea accessories out there for tea lovers that we could link to in addition to the ones that SJW carries on the website. 

I also do have a question: Is it possible to give the gift of the monthly subscription service?  I would think that it is. It was an approach I hadn’t really considered in the earlier blog posts.

This Holiday season will likely be a bit different from previous years for most people. Because of health concerns over the current pandemic, many families have opted to stay in place rather than undertake travel to see their loved ones. 

If you and your family are opting to stay home, why not make the most of family time and celebrate the season by creating delicious treats that are sure to bring warmth and cheer? 

Try to remember that the holidays are a stressful time for everyone.  Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving Day, Hanukkah, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Yule, Boxing Day, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Eve, or New Year’s Day, pay attention to what truly matters.  When we focus on family, food, shelter, health, and gratitude,  it becomes much easier to create wonderful holiday memories.

We’ve assembled a few seasonal favorites to enjoy after a holiday meal or even when taking tea on a snowy afternoon by the fire.

Walnut Rum Cake

This moist cake is a definite holiday favorite that incorporates the taste of hot buttered rum. It makes the perfect companion to enjoy after dinner or with a hot cup of your favorite Sir Jason Winters tea.

Preheat the oven to 325°F.  Grease and lightly flour two round cake pans and set aside.

1 cup whole milk

1 tablespoon white vinegar

3 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup  or 2 sticks of softened, unsalted butter

2 3/4 cup granulated sugar

4 large eggs

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup spiced rum

3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Whisk together milk and vinegar in a small bowl. In a second bowl, combine flour, cinnamon powder, and baking soda and set this aside.  In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar and butter together until creamy. Add one egg at a time to this mixture. Next, add the vanilla. Add one cup at a time of the flour mixture, alternating with the milk and vinegar mixture and adding a bit of the spiced rum as you go. Lastly, fold the chopped walnuts into the batter.

Pour equal amounts of the batter into your prepared baking pans. Bake between 55 minutes to an hour and five minutes or until a toothpick inserted at the center comes out clean.  Allow the cakes to cool completely on a rack before removing them from the pan.

For the chocolate filling, you will need

1/2 cup Cocoa powder, natural unsweetened

3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tsp vanilla

1 cup softened, unsalted butter

4 Tablespoons of heavy whipping cream

Beat softened butter until smooth. Beat in half of the powdered sugar until smooth. Add cocoa powder, vanilla, and as much cream as needed to keep the filling smooth but not too thin. This filling will go between the two cake rounds.

To make the glaze to go over the top of your cake, combine

½ cup butter

½ cup brown sugar

1 Tablespoon of rum.

Heat in a small saucepan until the sugar and butter combine. Drizzle mixture over the top of your cake and serve.

Almond Butter Cookies

Kids of every age love making cookies cut into holiday shapes and sprinkled with colored sugar and other festive edible toppings.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

3 cups unbleached, all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, cold & cut into chunks

1 large egg

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/2 tsp pure almond extract

Whisk together flour and baking powder and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, blend sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add the egg along with vanilla and almond extract.  Gradually add flour, one cup at a time.  If the dough has a crumbly consistency, knead it on a lightly floured surface until smooth.

Take a portion of the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface until 1/4 inch thick.

Use cookie cutters to cut out holiday shapes and place them on parchment-lined baking sheets.  Place the cookies and baking sheets into the freezer for 10 minutes. Near-freezing the cookies will help them maintain their shape while they bake.  Remove from the oven when they appear just slightly underdone. Allow them to cool. They will become firmer.

Spread with your favorite icing and add colored sugar, colored sprinkles, red hots, or candy kisses and serve.

French Buche de Noel

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

4 eggs

1 cup granulated sugar

½ teaspoon vanilla

1 cup sifted cake flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

2 Tablespoons of Rum

Powdered sugar

Separate eggs, then beat egg yolks with mixer until thick. Gradually add half of the sugar to the egg yolks, stirring constantly. Add vanilla.

In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks appear. Gradually add the second ½ cup of sugar until soft peaks begin to appear in the mixture. Add yolk mixture, flour, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 15 ½ x 10 x 1-inch baking pan.

Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and begin loosening the edges of the cake.  Turn onto a towel that has been sprinkled with sifted powdered sugar. Sprinkle the cake with rum.

From the long side, roll the cake and towel together and allow it to cool.

For the filling, you may use the same chocolate filling for the walnut rum recipe above.  Unroll the cake and spread half of the filling and then re-roll the and frost the roll with the remaining half of the icing and serve.

If you want something light and savory to go with the sweet, you can add warm baby portobello mushrooms stuffed with crab to enjoy along with side traditional finger sandwiches.

Creamy Crab Stuffed Baby Portobellos

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

12 baby portobello mushrooms cleaned with stems removed

Olive oil

1 8 oz. package of cream cheese softened

1/2 cup bread crumbs

2 cloves minced garlic

1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 cup finely chopped green onions

1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2–3 tablespoons fresh chopped Italian parsley

1 cup cooked crab or imitation crab meat, finely chopped

Lightly brush or spray portobello mushroom caps with olive oil.  Arrange on a baking sheet, cap-side down, and bake for two minutes to remove excess water.

Mix cream cheese, bread crumbs, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, Parmesan, parsley, and crab together in a large mixing bowl. 

Turn the mushroom caps over and fill each with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the crab meat filling.  Bake for 20 minutes, then turn on the broiler for one minute to allow the tops to lightly brown. Remove from the baking sheet and onto a decorative plate and serve.

Resources

“Better Homes and GardensTreasury of Christmas Crafts & Foods” Edited by James A. Autry, 1980, Meredith Publishing, Des Moines Iowa

“Country Living Country Christmas: Holiday Entertaining & Decorating” Edited by Bo Niles, 1990, Meredith Corporation, New York, NY

“Real Simple: Holiday Calm” Edited by the Staff of Real Simple Magazine, 2019, Meredith Corporation, New York, NY

“Small Town Woman: Family Friendly Recipes,” by Beth Pierce, 2018, web.

“Two leaves of gotu kola a day will keep old age away.” – Ancient Indian proverb regarding gotu kola

For thousands of years, the Ayurvedic physicians of India and the traditional doctors of China have used gotu kola (Centella asiatica) to address a number of health concerns.

Also commonly known as Asiatic Pennywort, this herb is a member of the parsley family. Though its origins have been traced to Asia, gradually it spread throughout Africa and parts of Europe. Now that it is used as an herbal supplement, you can find it growing throughout the entire world.

Gotu kola mostly grows in temperate and tropical climates in places with much water like swamps. This herb has long, slender stems ranging in color from green to an almost reddish color, and it grows in tight clumps. The leaves are rounded and veined throughout. Occasionally it produces small, inconspicuous flowers, and it has rhizomatic roots that grow straight down.

A Long History of Traditional Uses

The entire plant has been used since antiquity to the modern day for many illnesses. Throughout Asia, ancient doctors traditionally used this “herb of longevity” to address skin disorders, including scar reduction and as treatment for leprosy.

Herbalists and healers around the world have also used gotu kola for digestive issues, bronchial concerns, and as a tonic to rejuvenate tired skin and veins, and improving concentration and memory. Today, it is this last use that gotu kola is most famous for, and where much of the research is aimed.

Recent Research Supporting the Use of Gotu Kola

The main compounds found within the herb gotu kola seem to balance the central nervous system and increase the concentration of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) within the brain. GABA is one of the most important neurotransmitters in the human body. Its primary purpose is to reduce the sensitivity of the nervous system.

According to a recent study conducted in Malaysia at the University of Kebangsaan in Kuala Lumpur in 2015-2016, the data suggests that some chemical constituents found within gotu kola act as neuroregenerative agents. These properties point to the possibility that it may be helpful either reducing incidences of early-onset dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other diseases that can affect memory and cognitive function as we age.

The scientific team in Malaysia also noted that the participants in the study seemed to have improved overall brain health, including learning and memory skills, and had been less prone to bouts of depression, anxiety, and stress.

One of the plausible reasons for this, according to the Malaysian study, is the possibility that gotu kola may also act as a neuron protector. The researchers hope that further study will prove that gotu kola can lessen the decline of loco-motor control. This is a characteristic of serious degenerative illnesses such as Parkinson’s disease.

What about the traditional use for skin diseases? A study conducted in South Africa researchers found that gotu kola contained compounds that seemed to have a balancing effect on connective tissue in the body.

The South African team found that in patients who had suffered second and third-degree burns, gotu kola caused a marked reduction of keloid scar tissue. Keloid tissue creates hard, large, and bumpy scars that are very hard to treat and can become disfiguring. They attributed this reduction, at least in part, to an increase in collagen production. This property also shortened the healing time for patients suffering from all types of severe burns.

Collagen is a crucial component of skin. It is the major protein that binds skin and connective tissue together. It also strengthens bones.

Incorporating Gotu Kola

Without a doubt, gotu kola is a powerful herb, but it must be used with care. Before adding gotu kola or any other supplements to your daily routine, it’s always a good idea to consult with your doctor first. Side effects of taking gotu kola may include dizziness, headaches, nausea, gastrointestinal discomfort, or feelings of over-tiredness.

Most importantly, there is a possibility of liver issues for some users. For those who have diabetes, patients being treated for liver disease, or are currently taking other medications, speak with your doctor before using it.

If you’ve been given the all-clear, you can give yourself the gift of good health with our full line of supplements with gotu kola. Here at Sir Jason Winters International, we have incorporated the finest herbs available on the market for our exclusive formulas. We have included the goodness of the herb gotu kola in both The Ultimate Combination (T.U.C.) supplements and our Xian Supplements.

Sir Jason Winters created the Ultimate Combination to include the six most important of the exotic herbs he had heard about in his travels around the world. We recommend taking 1 or 2 capsules daily with food.

Each bottle of T.U.C. is regularly priced at $17.50 for a bottle of 60 capsules. You can now try this formula for yourself at significant savings for just $15.95 per bottle. You can also save an additional 5% on each bottle by taking advantage of our convenient subscription service and have your supplements delivered directly to your home either once each month or every two weeks. Because this is such a great offer, we have to limit orders to five bottles per subscription.

Our Xian formula supplement contains the power of gotu kola as well as Indian sage, cayenne, and selenium. Both men and women can take this formula. Each bottle of 100 tablets is usually priced at $21.00 each. Right now, however, we are offering our Xian supplement to our customers for just $15.95.

By subscribing, you will receive your supplements either once every two weeks or once per month, you can save an additional 5% off the lower price. Again, we have to limit quantities to five per subscription to ensure supply to all of our customers.

If you have used these supplements in the past, we encourage you to leave a review on the product pages so others can know your experience!

Resources

“The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants” by Andrew Chevallier, 1996, D.K. Publishing, London, England, UK

“The School of Natural Healing” by Dr. John R. Christopher, (20th Anniversary Edition), 1996, Christopher Publications, Springville, UT

“The Family Herbal”: A Guide to Living Life with Energy, Health and Vitality” by Rosemary Gladstar, 2000, Storey Books, North Adams, MA

“Neuroprotective and Neuroregenerative Potential of Centella asiatica” by Yogeswaran Lokanathan1, Norazzila Omar1, Nur Nabilah Ahmad Puzi, et al., 2016, Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

“Wound Healing Activities of Different Extracts of Centella asiatica for Incision and Burn Wounds” by J. Somboonwong, M. Kankaisre, and B. Tantisira, et al. 2012, B.M.C. Complementary Medicine and Therapies.

“Planetary Herbology” by Michae Tierra, 1988, Lotus Press, Twin Lakes, WI

Our bones provide the underlying structure of our bodies and protect our internal organs while our joints affect our mobility throughout our lives. Protecting bones and joints is one of the most important, yet one of the most overlooked components of our overall good health.

We build up strong bones, teeth, and joints throughout our childhood, and on average, we are building up our bone mass until we reach peak bone mass at about age 30. From then on, adults will tend to lose slightly more bone mass than they gain. Our bones tend to become thinner and more brittle as we age.

While painful bones and joints tend to develop over time, researchers from around the world have found that there are ways to help maintain bone and joint health through nutrition and maintaining healthy habits throughout life. 

• Maintain Proper Nutrition – Getting enough calcium in your diet can help maintain good bone and joint health. Foods such as milk, yogurt, soy, cheese, spinach, and other leafy green vegetables are rich in calcium.
• Drink Plenty of Water – Drinking enough water each day can go a long way to helping you to maintain good bone and joint health. For our bodies to produce enough synovial fluid and cartilage to keep our joints well lubricated, we need to drink an adequate amount of water every day.
• Avoid Tobacco & Alcohol Use – Research has shown that the use of tobacco products and alcohol can leach calcium from our bones and teeth and weaken them over time. While a glass of wine or one alcoholic beverage per day is usually ok, having two or more drinks per day can increase the risk of developing conditions such as osteoporosis.
• Get Plenty of Exercise – Having a routine of regular physical exercise, including walking, hiking, swimming, or bicycling, can help to maintain strong bones and supple joints.
• Be Aware of the Side Effects of Certain Medications –Some medications can affect bone loss more than others. Some steroidal medications like cortisone, prednisone, and inhaled corticosteroids have been shown to increase bone loss and the development of osteoporosis.  Other medicines like anastrozole, which is used to treat breast cancer, can adversely affect bone health over time.
• Boost Bone Health with Supplements – Recent research conducted by the Australian National Health Survey found that one of the best ways to maintain good bone and joint health is through nutritional supplements, especially when recommended by your doctor. According to recommendations by the National Institute of Health, the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for calcium is 1,000 milligrams per day. After age 50, the recommended RDA of calcium for women and men over age 70 should be 1,200 milligrams per day. For adults, the recommended RDA per day is between 600 and 700 IUs per day of Vitamin D3 to increase the absorption of calcium in the body.

At Sir Jason Winters International, we are proud to offer the highest quality supplements to help you maintain bone and joint health.

Glucosamine Recovery Formula – Glucosamine and glycosaminoglycans are elements that are naturally produced by our bodies. Both are instrumental in helping our bodies to produce collagen, which is used in the formation of cartilage and synovial fluid that keeps our joints lubricated. Our formula also contains Methylsulfonylmethane or MSM, and Vitamin C that is also used to form collagen.  We have also added Chondroitin Sulfate, which is crucial for the proper absorption of Glucosamine and gains its benefits within the body.

Our Glucosamine Recovery Formula is recommended to be taken once per day.   It comes in a bottle of 100 capsules and is regularly priced at $35.00 each.  We are now offering this exclusively formulated supplement for just $16.99  per bottle.

Chelated Calcium – Our bodies require calcium to nerves, cells, muscle, and bone, joints, and teeth to remain strong and function properly. When we don’t get enough calcium through the food that we eat, our bodies will take it wherever it can. When this happens, the body will slowly leach calcium from our bones, making them weaker and causing the body to develop chronic conditions such as bone loss or osteoporosis.  Because we now know that people who take certain medications can suffer a loss of calcium, as can some women who are pregnant, nursing, or postmenopausal, taking a calcium supplement is recommended.  Researchers have found that the process of chelation, by binding calcium to amino acids, can help the body to absorb and utilize the calcium more readily. 

Sir Jason Winters’ Chelated Calcium supplements are a proprietary blend that also contains Magnesium, Zinc, and 400 IUs of Vitamin D. Each bottle contains 90 tablets. Once you find out from your doctor or other healthcare professionals that taking a calcium supplement is right for you, as a dietary supplement, three tablets of our Chelated Calcium may be taken each day, preferably with meals. 

Our Chelated Calcium is regularly priced at $12.90 per bottle and is now available for just $6.40 per bottle! That’s more than a 50% savings. 

Vitamin D3 – Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)  is a form of Vitamin D that can help your body to absorb calcium.

We usually get Vitamin D through our exposure to the sun. However, because of the wide use of sunscreens, protective clothing, and other factors, our ability to get enough Vitamin D may be limited.  To combat this, many doctors recommend taking a Vitamin D supplement to treat low calcium levels as well as to aid in the treatment of hypothyroidism and kidney disease. Vitamin D3 is also sometimes prescribed to patients to help lessen the side effects caused by certain medications that can cause calcium depletion.

Each gelcap of our Sir Jason Winters D3 supplement contains 10,000 IUs of Vitamin D3 and comes in a bottle of 90 capsules.  The gel caps make this supplement easy to absorb.  For adults, take just one capsule per day with a meal or as recommended by your doctor or other healthcare professional. Our Vitamin D3 supplement, regularly priced at $15.25 per bottle, is now available at substantial savings for the low price of just $9.95 for bottle!

You can also save an additional 5% for this and all other Sir Jason Winters supplements by taking advantage of our subscription service.  When you subscribe, you can have all of your supplements delivered safely and conveniently right to your door, either once every two weeks or once each month.

Resources

“The School of Natural Healing” by Dr. John R. Christopher, 20th Anniversary Edition, 1996, Christopher Publications, Springville, UT

“Natural Ways to Prevent and Reverse Bone Loss” by Health Research Staff, 2012 Millwood Media, Smashwords.com

“Mosby’s Handbook of Herbs & Natural Supplements” by Linda Skidmore-Roth, 2019, Mosby, Inc. St. Louis, MO