| Oxygen and Life…
Oxygen is one of the 5 basic elements of all forms of life.
(Hydrogen, Carbon, Nitrogen, and Sulphur are the other four).
Oxygen is colorless, tasteless and odorless. The earth’s
atmosphere contains approximately 20.9% oxygen.
Oxygen is absolutely critical to life. In mammals and humans
oxygen is inhaled into the lungs where it diffuses from the air
into the blood stream where it is then taken up by the hemoglobin
in the red blood cells. Hemoglobin becomes saturated with oxygen
and is pumped throughout the body. The hemoglobin transfers the
oxygen to every cell in the body. Every one of the billions of
cells in our bodies requires oxygen. Oxygen is used by the cells to
oxidize (or burn) sugars. This process provides us with energy and
heat. The more energy we need to perform our work, and the more
heat we need to produce to stay warm, the greater the demand for
oxygen.
The average resting adult breathes in approximately 6 liters of
air per minute. That’s roughly equal to 14 breaths per minute
inhaling 500ml of air with each breath. During heavy exercise,
physical exertion, or stress respiration can rapidly increase to
more than 125 ml per minute. During this state of “heavy
breathing” the body is trying to meet the increased demand
for oxygen by the body. Insufficient oxygen utilization can mean
fatigue and severe oxygen depletion can cause serious health
conditions like disease and even death.
The human body can only survive for about 3 minutes without
oxygen.
Today’s atmosphere is only 20.9% oxygen. These levels are
even lower in cities and places where smog and pollution choke the
air. It is estimated that today’s environment may only
contain less than half of the oxygen our bodies require for optimum
health. Pollution and greenhouse gases are depleting oxygen at an
alarming rate.
Many health threats are caused by bacteria, viruses, funguses,
parasites and other pathagens that cannot survive in the presence
of oxygen. They are anaerobic in nature, and high levels of oxygen
can be lethal to these microbes.
Oxygen plays a vital role in cell detoxification. Pure oxygen,
free of pollutants and other elements, is the life giving force
that fuels every cell in our bodies. Pure oxygen helps keep us
strong and energized, fit and healthy, and full of vigor.
Oxygen and the Brain...
Increased oxygen consumption has been shown to be
effective in heightening concentration, increasing alertness,
improving memory, thought processes, and vision.
Oxygen and Performance...
Athletes use oxygen to help reduce lactic acid build up and
increase oxygen concentrations in the blood, fueling faster
recovery and greater energy levels.
Oxygen Deficiency Facts…
Environment – Pollution can deplete the
air of vital oxygen gases and cause oxygen debt, particularly with
anyone with a breathing disorder i.e. asthma.
Smoking - A major cause of oxygen depletion.
Smoking lowers the amount of oxygen in the blood.
Alcohol – Heavy consumption of alcohol
will deplete the body of oxygen. Oxygen depletion to the brain
cells is a major contributor to hangovers.
Emotional Stress – stress can cause the
release of hormones like adrenaline. In order for the body to lower
the levels of stress hormones it must process out the excess
hormone. This metabolic process depends on oxygen.
Toxins – It has been estimated that our
bodies are exposed to over 650,000 different toxic contaminants in
our air, water, and food. Oxygen is required to metabolize and
process out these contaminants.
Diet – Consuming foods high in saturated
fats may reduce the levels of oxygen in our bodies. Fresh foods
have a much higher content of oxygen than “junk”
foods.
Injury and Infections – Physical trauma
and infections stress the body’s immune system and deplete
oxygen levels in cells throughout the body. Normal metabolic
functions are compromised during times of injury or illness.
Lifestyle – living a sedentary lifestyle
without regular exercise reduces the body’s ability to
process contaminants and lowers metabolic functions. Health and
energy levels is compromised by the lack of exercise and physical
conditioning our bodies need for optimum oxygen utilization.
WARNING:
Compressed gas Oxidizing
(Oxygen 90%. Nitrogen 10%) WARNING: HIGH PRESSURE, OXIDIZING GAS.
VIGOROUSLY ACCELERATES COMBUSTION.
DISCLAIMER:
NOT A MEDICAL DEVICE. NOT A LIFE SAVING DEVICE. DO NOT USE
UNDERWATER. NOT ALLOWED ON MOST COMMERCIAL FLIGHTS. Any
practices or advice given or offered by OXY2GO is not intended to
replace the services of your physician or to provide an alternative
to professional medical treatment where it suggest the possible
usefulness of certain practices, it does solely for educational
purposes. None of these statements have been evaluated by the Food
and Drug Administration. Our products are not intended to treat,
cure or prevent any disease or physical ailment.
WARNING:
Persons with any medical condition, lung disease,
heart condition of any type, asthma or emphysema, should consult
their physician before using recreational oxygen. Our products are
for RECREATIONAL USE ONLY. The OXY2GO Company cannot and does not
offer medical advice.
PRECAUTION:
Before each use, inspect for damage. If damaged, discard
unit. NEVER point at eyes or ears. Secure the RED Safety latch
after each use to avoid unintentional oxygen discharge. Do not
incinerate. Keep away from grease, oil and all other combustible
materials. Do not use this product while smoking or near smokers.
Store and use in adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, flames
and sparks. Do not expose this dispenser with its oxygen cartridge
to temperatures in excess of 52 C (120F). Do not puncture oxygen
cartridge. It is under pressure and could cause severe harm to
yourself. Do NOT store in an enclosed vehicle.
All products warranted and guaranteed. Seller is not responsible
for shipping delays.
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