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After his failed quest for the welterweight title against Georges St-Pierre in January, BJ Penn returned to the lightweight division Saturday night and showed why he is still the best 155-pounder in the world as he submitted number one contender Kenny Florian in the fourth round of their UFC 101 main event bout at the Wachovia Center.

It was Penn’s second successful defense of the title he won against Joe Stevenson in 2008.

Penn and Florian flew out of the corner to start the bout, with Penn missing a wide right hand. A second right moments later briefly dropped Florian, but ‘Ken Flo’ immediately got his bearings back and began to settle into a groove as he moved around the Octagon. Twice the two would lock up and trade close-range shots, neither man holding a clear advantage against the cage. With under 90 seconds left, the two broke loose and went back to long-range striking, with Florian pushing the action this time, but by the end of the round, Penn was back in control as he jarred the challenger before the bell sounded.

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Benefits:
One of 12 Polynesian medicinal plants used by the Hawaiians as an herbal remedy * aids Acid-Alkaline balance * treatment of skin afflictions * aids respiratory conditions * assists indigestion * helps with high blood pressure, arthritis, ulcers, arteriosclerosis, senility, depression, mental clarity, energy levels.

What is Noni and where does it grow?

Noni (scientific name: Morinda citrifolia) is an green plant found in coastal regions as well as in forested areas. The Noni plant has small white flowers that develop into a small bumpy fruit. Upon ripening, the fruit acquires a yellowish color. Noni grows in hot tropical environments. It grows wild in places like Hawaii, Fiji, Tahiti, Tonga, Samoa, the Cook Islands and in some Asian countries as well as Central and South America.

What’s the history of Noni?

Ancestors of the Polynesian peoples of the South Pacific discovered Noni about 5000 years ago. These ancient peoples originated in Southeast Asia and migrated west in oceangoing canoes bearing only their necessities, including certain plants they considered sacred due to their life-sustaining properties. Morinda citrifolia – the Noni plant – was revered as a medicinal agent among folk healers. In addition to its many therapeutic uses, Noni fruit was also a source of nourishment in times of famine.

The native Hawaiian Kahuna healers considered Noni their most sacred herb, used for a variety of medicinal purposes. Noni has been central to Hawaiian culture for centuries.

In Malaysia, Noni is known as “Mengkudu” and is used for urinary problems, coughs and menstrual pain. In the Caribbean, people know Noni as the “Pain Killer Tree”.

How does Noni benefit our bodies?

With increased interest in natural remedies and alternatives to pharmaceuticals, Noni has experienced an unprecedented explosion in interest worldwide.

• Noni is a critical component in fighting the war on aging. Because Noni is rich in phytochemicals, it helps chase down waste products such as oxidants and free radicals.
• Modern science is always learning more about phytochemicals. Every day it seems there are new studies talking about the health benefits of anti-oxidants found in plant-based foods like Noni.
• Noni Juice contains anti-inflammatory nutritional elements that reduce the inflammation and the associated pain.
• As a rich source of anti-oxidants, Noni Juice helps to counteract the excessive oxidation caused by abnormally high blood sugar levels. Counteracting this oxidation is essential for protecting your organs and nerves from diabetic damage.
• Noni supports and boosts the immune system.
• Some Diabetics using Noni Juice report lower and more stable blood sugar levels. We do not know of any studies proving this effect. However, we have seen this effect in people we personally know with diabetes that are using our Noni Juice.