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Natures Therapy - September 2006

Nays Say - Week 6

September 30th 2006 02:23


Hello Again. How have you all been?
I hope the cold bugs haven't put you out of action for too long. There are so many people I know who are either:

a. Just getting over a virus
b. Suffering from a virus
c. Slowly recovering from one virus or another.

Or the worst case -
d. All of the above.

There really is a mini epedemic going around. Remember be kind to your body and it will be kind to you. You might want to check out the Home natural remedies site. There are some great remedy suggestions for releiving the symptoms assocoated with colds and flus.

This weeks topics are:

Tuesday: Treating chronic pain...Colour Therapy - this ancient greek system casts a light on healing and the way that we feel pain.

Wednesday: Foods that heal...Chilli - this little vegetable packs a powerful punch in more ways than just its taste.

Thurday: Body Insurance- the benefits of...Colloidal Minerals - Most essential minerals in soil have been destroyed by years of farming, the use of pesticides etc. Colloidal minerals are taken from areas that are unaffected by heavy irrigation and are in their purest form.

Friday: Naturally treating...IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome) One in three of us suffer at least some of the symptoms of IBS. There is no cure but there are ways of managing the symptoms and it's easier then you think.

Hope you enjoy the articles for this week


BYE

Naomi
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Naturally treating...Colds and Flu

September 28th 2006 00:00
boy sneezing

This year has been particularly bad for cases of cold and flu. I am going to give you some natural alternatives to help enable your body to combat them head on.

To give you a better understanding I will first explain in laymen's terms what we are really dealing with in relation to cold's and flu. This will assist you to grasp the importance of keeping your body in top shape nd the repucissions that might occur if you don't.

Both colds and flu's start out as viral infections that are passed on to other people in the first three days of contamination (gestation period). At this stage most people are not aware that they have contracted a virus and are usually not experiencing any symptoms.

Viral infections can not be treated with antibiotics. It is up to the individual's immune system to deal with it alone. This is why it is important to keep your body in good health.

Colds generally go away after a week (at the most), with mild symptoms such as a runny and blocked nose. Flu's are harder to budge and can leave you feeling terrible for as long as ten days and can take weeks to fully recover from. Flu's can also develop into secondary bacterial infections such as; bronchitis, tonsilitis, sinusitis etc. these conditions are treated with antibiotics.

To avoid getting to this stage; you must do everything you can to boost your immune system, as antibiotics attack the good bacteria in the body which can cause imbalances and other complications.

Whilst it is not possible to prevent contracting a viral infection, it is possible to control the way your body reacts to the infection and deals with it.

Below are a few tips that will arm your immune system with ammunition to rid of the bad bugs quickly:

1. Eat healthy - Make sure that you get a variety of fresh foods from each food group everyday(opt for unprocessed as much as possible). Foods are packed with disease fighting properties that boost your immune system. If you don't eat a balanced diet, take multi-vitamins. think of it as body insurance.

2. Alcohol in moderation - You've heard it a million times before, but there really is a reason why you must keep your intake at a minimum. Alchohol is a poison that can interfere with and permanently damage your liver. The liver is the main support organ of the immune system. If your body becomes infected with a virus, the condition of your liver may determine how and if you recover.

3. Stop smoking - Another obvious one, but smoking causes your lungs to make extra mucus, which can be a nightmare if you are suffering from a chest infection. Smoking, drinking and poor diet causes free radicals to develop in your body which if left untreated, can cause damage to your body.

4. Keep active - Excercise causes your body to produce endorphins which strengthen the immune system. It also increases the fitness of the heart and lungs which will enable you to recover more quickly.

5. Reduce stress - Stress is a major contributor to a sluggish immune system. If you are under a lot of stress for what ever reason, try a holistic therapy such as yoga, tai chi etc. that will help alleviate tension. you body repairs itself in a relaxed state, so you have to allow this to happen in order to attack the bad bugs.

6. Getting enough sleep - You must get an average of 8 hours sleep at least 5 nights a week(preferably 7). If your body is tired then it is vulnerable to catching infections that linger and are hard to shake off.

7. Drink water - Drink lots of water. Water contains minerals that support the immune system and it flushes the impurities from your system.

If you apply these 7 principles in your everyday life, you will enjoy a much healthier lifestyle.

When treating a virus it is best to treat it systematically, otherwise it will spread to another area and will be much harder to heal. e.g. If the fist sign you experince is a sore throat; then gargle with mouth wash. Hopefully this will kill the infection and stop the vrus from progressing further.

Below are some remedies that will help you guard against cold and flu:

Tea (white, green or black) - Dramatically increases the bodies production of gamma T cells which are responsible for fighting infection.

Echinacea - Stimulates the immune system to attack the virus.

Zinc Lozenges - May help to stop a cold from developing if taken in the early stages. Make sur the ingredients contain: zinc gluconate, ascorbate and glycinate to get maximum benefits.

Vitamin C - Will not prevent the cold but may shoten the duration or minimize the symptoms.

Garlic and horseradish - Boosts the immune system to help minimize symptoms.

Look after yourself. With the increase of Super bugs, we really need to ensue that our immune system is able to cope with whatever is thrown at it.

It could be the difference between living and dying!!


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Vitamins and minerals - Readers Digest
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Body Insurance - The benfits of...Ginko Biloba

September 27th 2006 00:47
Ginko Biloba
Ginko Biloba leaves

A plant that has survived the planet for over 200 million years; Ginko biloba might just be what you need to improve your memory and focus.

Ginko biloba contains flavonoids and tepene lactones in its leaves. These particular chemicals are thought to have the same bilogical action in people that they have in the plant.

It's main function is that it protects the body from free radicals (caused by smoking, drinking and poor diet), especially ones that exist in the brain region. It increases metabolism efficiency, regulates neurotransmitters and boosts oxygen levels in the brain.

It also helps to improve circulation by stopping platelets from sticking together in the blood. Enhaned circulation enables the brain to retain information longer by improving reaction time and clarity.

More benefits of Ginko biloba:

- Improved concentration which helps manage symptoms such as: absentmindedness, confusion, depression, tinnitus, anxiety and headaches.

- Controls allergic inflammation, anaphylactic shock and asthma.

- Protects eyes, cardiovascular system amd nervous symptoms against free radicals.

- Prevents the build up of plaque in the arteries.

- Treats some eye and ear disorders.

- Helps to prevent hemorroids and varicose veins.

- Assists with complications from skull injuries and improved cognitive function.

- Helps prevent the rejection of transplanted organs.

- Reverses the aging process.

Side effects: Some people have complained of staomach upset and slight headaches, but this was after taking doses of 120 mg or more. Keep dosage below this amount and consider that the benefits outweigh the possible side effects.

Tablets are made from drying the leaves. Available form most chemist and health food stores.

Resources

www.gaiam.com
www.primary.net
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Foods that heal...Tea

September 26th 2006 00:24
tea
Green tea


In more recent times there has been a lot of publicity surrounding the benefits of tea. But in fact, claims date back to as far as 5000 years ago in China.
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Nays Say - Week 5

September 24th 2006 00:07
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Hello, Hello Hello!!!
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Mind, body and spirit...Karate

September 21st 2006 04:02
karate sunset
Karate sunset

Karate is a martial art style that originates from Japan. The word translates in English to mean 'empty hand'. It is a style that requires dedication and complete focus from the mind, body and spirit in order to achieve the full benefits.
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Body Insurance - The benefits of...St. John's Wort

September 20th 2006 00:05
St.John's Wort
St. Johns's Wort Flower


Dating back as far as St. John of Jerusalem who was said to have used it as a lotion to soothe battle wounds. St. John's Wort has been found to be a beneficial herb indeed, with a range of healing and therapeutic benefits.
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Treating chronic pain...Aromatherapy

September 19th 2006 00:39
aromatherapy
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Aromatherapy is a process that combines body and facial massage, whilst incorporating the use of essential oils extracted from plants. These essences are made up from aromatic oils that appear in various parts of the plant. The essence is circulated throughout the plant at various times of the day, so that at a certain time it will be concentrated in a specific area of the plant. e.g. leaves in the morning.

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Foods that heal...Lettuce and salad greens

September 19th 2006 00:00
Lettuce
Butter lettuce


Although oftern dismissed as just being full of water; leafy salad greens contain vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that are valuable to the body. They also have the advantage over most other vegetables in that they are eaten raw.
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Treating chronic pain...Reflexology

September 18th 2006 00:12
reflexology
Diagnostic Zones

Reflexology is an ancient Asian technique that uses the feet and sometimes the palms of the hand to diagnose conditions in other parts of the body. The principle is very similar to acupuncture and Shiatsu. Relief can be brought to an area by massaging specific areas of the foot that represent a particular body region.
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Nay's Say - Week 4

September 17th 2006 22:15
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Mind, body and spirit...The Alexander Technique

September 15th 2006 00:09
Bad Posture - PHOTO: Goldstein
A reciter of poetry, Tasmanian F.Mattias Alexander, noticed that he was constantly losing his voice. As a result he decided to take more interest in his body by concentrating on movement and balance. As he recited his lines, he stood in front of a mirror and became
aware that he was using his body wrong, by pulling his head back and tightening his throat.
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Body Insurance- The benefits of...Glucosamine

September 14th 2006 00:34
Glucosamine Sulphate


Glucosamine is an amino sugar that is naturally produced in the body. As people and animals grow older, the body loses the ability to produce enough Glucosamine. This results in hardening of the cartilaged, especially in weight bearing joints such as hips, knees and hands, causing bone spurs and arthritic symptoms. The most common symptoms are; incredible pain and discomfort, limited movement in joints and limping. (see diagram )
Diagram A

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Foods that heal...Honey

September 13th 2006 00:00
Honey
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Some critics say that honey is just another sweetner. But recent studies have shown that honey is indeed 'The Nectar of the God's'.

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Treating chronic pain...Shiatsu

September 12th 2006 00:20
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Originally from Japan; Shiatsu (sometimes called Acupressure), arose around the same time that acupuncture did in China. It is a remedial treatment that traditionally, one family member practices on another for medicinal purposes and prevention form disease


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Week 4

September 10th 2006 00:49
Karate training by waterfall

Hello and welcome to the Nature's Therapy Website!!!
Are you enjoying the therapies that we have covered so far? Has any body tried one and noticed an improvement?

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Body Insurance - The benefits of...Horny Goat Weed

September 7th 2006 00:45
Mountain Goat
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The name 'Horny Goat Weed', originated from a story 100's of years ago in China. A goat herder noticed an increase in promiscuity amongst his goats. After studying them for a while; he saw that the increase was only apparent after the goats ate certain types of weeds. In the villages, word got around and Chinese practitioners began prescribing the weeds to treat humans.

Horny Goat weed (or Ying Yang Huo as the Chinese call it), has been used to treat kidney, liver, joint and back disorders and with its testosterone like effects; as an aphrodisiac.
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Mind, body and spirit...Float Therapy

September 7th 2006 00:40
Floatation Tanks
Florida floats, USA
Float therapy is a treatment that alleviates the pressure of the body's weight by allowing the mind to reach levels of deep relaxation and meditation. The human body is constantly self-regulating and restoring itself in order to achieve the body's perfect balance, whilst it is in a relaxed state. Floatation, provides a natural means in which to assist the body with this process in order to achieve good health and wellbeing.

By suspending the body in water, in a zero gravity scenario; pressure is taken off the nervous system, which generally bears about 90% of the body's weight. This continous weight load, contributes to ailments such as bad backs, painful feet and legs etc.
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Foods that heal...Pistachio Nuts

September 5th 2006 00:06
Pistachio Nuts

Pistachio nuts are a great energy source and for such a small morsel; contain a rich quantity of vitamins and minerals. Unlike other nuts; they have a relatively low calorie content in comparison and are very high in fibre. This makes makes them a great nut alternative for those watching their weight. Recommended amount: 30 nuts, no more than 4 times a week.

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Treating chronic pain...Homeopathy

September 3rd 2006 00:42
Homeopathic Remedies
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A GP who was not satisfied with the ways of conventional medicine; Dr. Samuel Hahnemann (1755 - 1843), combined many different healing principles, some which dated back thousands of years. Once formulated, it became a system he called, Homeopathy. Homeo, Latin for same, and Pathy for disease or sickness = Same sickness.
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Nay's say - Week 3

September 3rd 2006 00:37
Bonsai
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Hello and Welcome to the Nature's Therapy website!!

Did you enjoy reading last weeks articles? I hope you found what you were looking for?
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