tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67066772635001533892024-02-15T20:34:12.496-08:00popular Health and Fitness 2012Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02323174335612263559noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-21021267401795199682012-07-07T06:16:00.000-07:002012-07-12T06:17:31.857-07:00Type 2 Diabetes - Breast Cancer, Insulin Resistance, and Diabetes<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
As you know, breast cancer is considered to be epidemic amongst
women over age fifty. Insulin resistance which is the underlying problem
for the vast majority of people with Type 2 diabetes, has also been
linked to an increased risk for this type of cancer.<br />
Investigators
at the University of North Carolina in the United States looked further
into the problem of Type 2 diabetes and breast cancer. Their interest
was in other factors associated with diabetes and this form of cancer,
and with survival.<br />
Their study, published in July 2012 in the journal <em>Cancer Causes and Control, </em>included 1,447 women with diabetes, and 1,453 without.<br />
<ul>
<li>women with diabetes were at a 35 per cent higher risk of developing
breast cancer after menopause than were women without diabetes.</li>
<li>non-white women with diabetes were more than three times more likely to develop breast cancer both before and after menopause.</li>
</ul>
The risk of death from any cause was greater in diabetic
women with breast cancer than in non-diabetic women, and that difference
was particularly significant among women who were obese when cancer was
diagnosed. How long the volunteers had known they had Type 2 diabetes
and the type of treatment they were receiving for it, had no influence
upon the cancer.<br />
From these results, it was concluded diabetes
could increase the incidence of this type of cancer in older women and
non-whites and the incidence of death due to any cause.<br />
<strong>Eight basic signs and symptoms can indicate the possibility of breast cancer</strong>:<br />
<ul>
<li>a hard mass in the side the breast or underarm, can sometimes be
felt. Breasts naturally have soft lumps, but a hard lump should be
examined by a doctor.</li>
<li>a breast with cancer can swell or become warm, red, or darker.</li>
<li>the usual shape of the breast can change.</li>
<li>dimpling or puckering of the skin, giving it the appearance of orange peel, is another sign.</li>
<li>the nipple or other part of the breast can be pulled in.</li>
<li>an itchy, scaly sore or rash can develop on the nipple.</li>
<li>a sudden nipple discharge can develop. Bloody or clear discharge can indicate cancer or infection.</li>
<li>a new pain that stays in one place can be a symptom of breast cancer.</li>
</ul>
When in doubt, have your breasts examined.<br />
Breast
mammography is recommended beginning at age 40 for women with average
risk. For women with a family history of breast cancer, mammography can
start earlier. Professional breast exams should be performed beginning
at age 20 and every 3 years thereafter until the age of 40, when the
frequency should be increased to every year.<br />
Some ways of
preventing breast cancer include breastfeeding if possible, maintaining a
healthy weight, exercising, limiting alcohol intake, and limiting the
use of postmenopausal hormones.<br />
The woman's menstrual history can
apparently affect your risk of breast cancer, but many experts are in
conflict as to how significant a role it really plays in the big
picture.<br />
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<br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-12727084276196749022012-06-30T06:14:00.000-07:002012-07-12T06:14:42.465-07:00Naturally Fragrant Air Conditioner<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Peppermint, with its strong, minty aroma, is typically associated
with the holidays. Think of candy canes hanging on the Christmas tree
and taped to beautifully wrapped packages. Or how about chocolate
peppermint bark or peppermint-flavored hard tack candies?<br />
But
don't be fooled. This scent of the season is not so seasonal after all.
While thoughts of peppermint may evoke feelings of warmth in November
and December, peppermint is also for the dog days of summer.<br />
<b>So hot that it's cool, so cool that it's hot</b><br />
Essential oil of peppermint is known as an adaptogen in aromatherapy parlance. In other words, it <em>adapts </em>to
whatever it is you need it to do. Peppermint warms you up when you're
cold, and when you're hot it cools you down. Other popular, adaptive
essential oils include lavender and lemon. Their effects are either
sedating or stimulating, and, like peppermint, they adapt in the
direction that most benefits you.<br />
Peppermint or <em>Mentha piperita</em>,
the plant's Latin botanical name, is a very popular herb that many
people plant in their gardens. In fact, I'm growing some peppermint in a
terracotta pot on my patio this summer. Here's a fun experiment: Try
"petting" the leaf of the plant, like some visitors to my home did
earlier today. Then smell your hand that caressed those leaves. My
guests found it delightful that their fingers smelled of peppermint.
While touching the plant's leaves they had crushed and therefore
released its fragrant molecules.<br />
These tiny, aromatic molecules
are what compose essential oils, which not only smell wonderfully and
benefit us in many ways, but in nature they serve to protect plants from
predators. Simultaneously, they attract the "good guys" with their
aroma. These "good guys" include pollinators such as bees and moths that
help a plant species propagate.<br />
<strong>Distilling it all down</strong><br />
Various
parts of botanicals, such as leaves, stems, blossoms, and roots, are
steam distilled to extract essential oil. If you're a person of a
certain age, think of Granny Clampett making her moonshine and you'll
have a good idea of the distillation process.<br />
During distillation,
the plant's oil is forced out by steam, and afterward the water and the
oil are separated from each other. The resulting "essential oil" is a
light and water-like substance. Essential oils are in stark contrast to
the heavy, fatty vegetable oils, such as olive and almond, which are
indeed "oily" to the touch.<br />
<strong>Making scents of it all</strong><br />
Essential oils are used in the creation of perfumes, soaps and in all types of consumer products such as toothpaste.<br />
In
aromatherapy, we use pure essential oils to enhance our overall
wellbeing. The oils have been time-tested throughout the ages as healing
aids for the human body and emotions. Although the practice of
aromatherapy has long been considered part of folklore, modern science
is beginning to support what our ancestors knew and what modern-day
aromatherapy practitioners know: we can benefit in many ways from the
healing properties of botanical essences.<br />
If you've decided to
make yourself a Peppermint Spritzer to help cool off this summer, use a
good quality essential oil-not synthetic fragrance oil. The best place
for a consumer to start is at a health food store you trust. There are
also many online sources for pure essential oils, but my experience is
that most people who are not all that familiar with aromatherapy feel
better visiting a health food store and talking with someone who is
knowledgable about essential oils.<br />
One quick way to discern a true
essential oil from synthetic fragrance oil is to look for the Latin
botanical name on the bottle. If you don't see it, don't buy the oil
because it's most likely synthetic fragrance oil and not a true
essential oil.<br />
Almost all essential oils require dilution prior to
their use, usually in a carrier oil like jojoba or almond oil. However,
for our purposes we will use spring water or distilled water as our
carrier.<br />
My personal blend during the summer months is 10 drops of
high-quality essential oil of peppermint in 4 ounces of distilled
water. I blend the formula in an amber glass spray bottle. You can find
these bottles online; however, you will usually need to buy in quantity
and it is difficult (but not impossible) to find single, amber glass
bottles with a sprayer for sale. Fortunately, many health food stores
sell individual amber glass bottles with sprayers. Why amber glass? An
amber glass bottle is a must because you want to keep sunlight away from
the essential oil. Otherwise, the efficacy of the oil may be
compromised as a result of exposure to direct sunlight.<br />
I keep my
Peppermint Spritzer refrigerated so that it's doubly cooling. Simply
shake the bottle before each use and then spritz yourself, using common
sense caution by avoiding your eyes, pets and children.<br />
In
addition, I also keep a bottle at the bedside for those hot flashes that
come in the middle of the night. Women in midlife may find this basic
blend a powerful solution to annoying, episodic "heated moments" that
often occur pre-menopause, during menopause and post-menopause.<br />
Essential
oil of peppermint has many other wonderfully amazing uses due to its
chemical make up. For example, it's often used for nausea and
gastrointestinal distress-but that's an article for another time.<br />
Finally,
essential oil of peppermint has rejuvenating and refreshing properties,
so another benefit of your Peppermint Spritzer is that it won't only
cool you down physically, but it will also lift your spirits.<br />
<strong>How to make a Peppermint Spritzer</strong><br />
<strong>Items you'll need</strong><br />
• 4 oz. amber glass bottle with sprayer<br />
• 10 drops of essential oil of peppermint (from a dropper top bottle or else you will need an actual dropper)<br />
• Distilled or spring water<br />
<strong>Directions</strong><br />
•
Add enough water to almost fill the bottle, but not enough to make the
water overflow when you place the sprayer inside the bottle<br />
• Add 10 drops of essential oil of peppermint<br />
• Insert the sprayer into the bottle-and your blend is ready.<br />
<strong>How to use</strong><br />
• Shake well before spraying and blend the essential oil and water.<br />
• Spritz yourself during those times you need to cool off, or when you need to revive your spirits.<br />
Hint: store your Peppermint Spritzer in the refrigerator to keep this cooling blend really cool.<br />
<em>Please
use common sense caution, especially if you have sensitivities, are
pregnant or ill. Avoid mucous membranes, and keep away from your eyes.
Keep the Peppermint Spritz blend and all essential oils out of reach of
children and pets.</em><br />
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Melanie McMillan is a writer, editor and lecturer, as well as a
student of theology and a certified aromatherapist who has formally
studied botanical essences in the U.S. and in France.<br />
She recently
authored her first e-Book, Fashion from the field, which is a short,
quirky little book with helpful hints gleaned from Melanie's days spent
as a style editor for a small, weekly newspaper in a rural area of
Connecticut where many key names in the fashion industry have homes or
second homes. Some of the advice in Fashion from the Field comes from
these "names," and also from Melanie's own mother, who graces the cover
of the book.</div>
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<br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-59298509466210411822012-06-23T06:12:00.000-07:002012-07-12T06:12:49.796-07:00Aromatherapy For Aches And Pains<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Lately a lot of clients have complained of aches and pains from
back and knee injuries, arthritis, joint pain, overdoing it in the
garden, sports or just general twinges here and there, tight shoulders
and lower back pain.<br />
A good remedy for all of these is Marjoram
oil which I use in a blend with several other oils depending on your
temperament. The other oils supplement any other tension you may have in
the body or any other issues you may need rectified. If you suffer from
any aches or pains or have hurt yourself why not treat it the gentle
way with oil? Add some lavender and peppermint to relax and refresh you.<br />
AROMATHERAPY FOR STRESS AND TENSION<br />
Good
oils for stress and tension are: Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile,
Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Melissa, Neroli, Orange,
Rose, Rosewood and Ylang Ylang. Just a few drops in a burner will set a
nice atmosphere and lower your stress levels. Alternatively mix a few
drops of each in a base of jojoba, grapeseed or almond oil and use as
massage oil or in the bath.<br />
AROMATHERAPY FOR DRY HAIR<br />
An
alternative to manufactured shampoos is to start making your own. Buy
just the shampoo base which will cost you about $5-$6 for a huge
container which will last months. Mix a carrier oil of almond, jojoba or
grapeseed (about 50mls) with some Roman chamomile (12 drops), Lavender
(8 drops), Rosemary (5 drops), Frankincense (5 drops). Make sure you
only buy the natural oils. They cost a bit more but it's worth it. You
don't want chemicals in your hair. Shake and add this to the shampoo
base and then shake the mixture again. Use this to shampoo as you would
any other shop bought shampoos. Do not use anything else on your hair
except this for about three months. You will notice a change.<br />
Remember
its important with essential oils to not use Neroli or Rosemary if you
are pregnant or epileptic. Also do not use Ylang Ylang if you have LOW
blood pressure. Less is best when mixing oils and always mix oils in a
carrier oil for massaging into hair or skin. Make sure the oils are all
natural so no chemicals release into your body. As a rule go by what
smells nice to you, and don't mix more than a few oils together at a
time.<br />
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<br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-44787279986403997912012-06-16T06:10:00.000-07:002012-07-12T06:11:52.438-07:00Lavender Oil Health Scents<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Lavender Oil is highly regarded for its pleasing smell, making it
a popular addition to soaps, fragrances and aroma therapy candles.
However, this oil extracted from the lovely lavender plant is more than
just a pleasing fragrance. Lavender oil has been found to have many
different health benefits from stress relief to joint pain making it a
must have oil for everyone interested in holistic health and healing.<br />
Here are some of the ways Lavender Oil can benefit you:<br />
Stress Relief<br />
One
of the main reasons that many of us like to burn lavender scented
candles is because of the oil's ability to relieve stress and tension.
Just a few drops of the oil can help refresh the mind and can even
promote sleep when applied to your pillow.<br />
Congestion<br />
Inhaling
lavender oil via a vaporizer is a great way to help deal with
congestion caused by colds or allergies. It is also a great way to find
relief from sinus headaches.<br />
Stings, Bites and Burns<br />
Lavender
Oil has natural analgesic properties making it an ideal application for
bug bites and bee stings. Simple use a cotton swab to apply the oil to
the affected area and the pain and irritation will cease. These same
pain relieving properties also make the oil great for sunburns.<br />
Joint Pain<br />
Mixing
lavender with jojoba oil is a great way to help massage away the pain
caused by inflammation of the joints. This is especially ideal for
people who are sensitive to over the counter pain medications. Be sure
to get the massage done by an experience person in order to get the most
use out of the oil.<br />
Fungal Infections<br />
Lavender has natural
anti-fungal properties making it a natural treatment for athlete's feet.
Simply soak your feet in warm water with a few drops of lavender oil.
It is also affective against planter's warts as well as psoriasis.<br />
Skin and Scalp Problems<br />
Lavender
is great for your skin. You can treat eczema and acne my mixing
lavender oil with chamomile and applying it to the trouble spots.<br />
Internally<br />
Taken
internally, lavender essential oil can help with digestion, blood
circulation an d improve your digestive system. This is only recommended
for adults.<br />
Now you can see why lavender oil is such a popular
addition to soaps, shampoos and perfumes. Having these products around
can help a person find relief from stress and having the oil handy can
help with all sorts of ailments. Since allergic reactions are possible
and some people cannot handle the odor, be sure to test the oil out
first before using it. Lavender oil is not recommended for small
children, pregnant women or diabetics.<br />
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<br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-26065256940634108272012-06-09T06:08:00.000-07:002012-07-12T06:09:09.135-07:00Soy Candles and Their Alchemy<div style="text-align: justify;">
Long ago, candles were important for everyday life, giving a source
of lighting after sunset. These days, scented candles are a luxury -
using fragrance to create varied moods, while their dancing flame
soothes the mind.</div>
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Candles consist of two basic elements: 1) a fuel
source i.e. wax and 2) a wick. The wick is significant to the candle
function as it serves as the fuel delivery system.</div>
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A naked flame
is used to ignite the wick, which then melts some of the wax at the
candle exterior. The liquefied wax is drawn up through the wick fibres
by capillary action - this is because of the way soy wax molecules
adhere to the wick fibres.</div>
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After the soy wax reaches the uppermost
part of the wick, it turns to vapour upon contact with the burning
flame. Combustion occurs as hot soy wax vapour combines with oxygen,
producing the candle flame. Heat and light are released in this
exothermic reaction.</div>
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Interestingly, a candle wick only burns at
its very tip. The other parts of the wick are involved in capillary
action, and are protected from burning by the vaporisation of the fuel.
This has to do with a chemical property named the latent heat of
vaporisation, in which the fuel takes up much of the nearby heat,
allowing it to change from liquid to gas. This effect maintains the wick
at a lower temperature than it would typically be.</div>
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The flame
keeps burning, generating generous amounts of liquid wax, which is used
as a fuel and vaporised. This creates the highly fragrant essential oils
into the air.</div>
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Why are natural soy wax candles good?</div>
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Soy is a
native East Asian plant that is both a renewable material and
biodegradable - hence it is an eco-friendly option for the responsible
consumer. The soy plant can be continually developed without harming the
natural ecosystem.</div>
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To generate soy wax, the soy beans are farmed
from the plant and processed into oil, which is then distilled and
hydrogenated. Converting unsaturated fatty acids into saturated fat -
generating a firm creamy white wax.</div>
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Soy wax has the benefit that
it is slow burning due to its low melting point, this results in
appreciably longer burn times for soy candles. It is also a very clean
burning wax, and does not discharge dangerous chemicals such as toluene
and benzene as paraffin based candles can.</div>
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</div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-9412746838901913692012-06-02T06:06:00.000-07:002012-07-12T06:07:43.707-07:00Professional Care Needed for Safe and Effective Aromatherapy<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Essential oils have powerful healing properties and have been
used to treat imbalances of the mind, body and spirit for hundreds of
years.<br />
In aromatherapy massage, essential oils complement a
holistic treatment plan which is unique to each individual client. They
are highly concentrated plant oils which have a wide range of healing
properties which can boost your mood in a variety of ways including,
stress relief, boosting energy, detoxifying, decongesting and uplifting.<br />
Calm
and slow movements are used to massage the oils into the skin. This
enhances physical and emotional wellbeing by encouraging deep
relaxation. They are absorbed into the skin during the massage and reach
the internal organs through the body's circulatory system.<br />
The
scent of the essential oils is inhaled during the massage and can
influence the emotions, hormones and nervous system. Benefits of this
include relieving tension and stress, encouraging deep relaxation,
stimulating the immune system and improving blood and lymph circulation,
boosting energy levels and enhancing overall wellbeing and mental calm.<br />
There
is a considerable difference between the essential oils used for
aromatherapy massage and the blended oils that are used for treatments
in beauty spas and salons. Handling and using the oils requires
specialist training as they are highly concentrated and potent. Often,
only a few drops are needed to reach the desired effect.<br />
Occasionally,
clients need to be aware that the combination of massage and essential
oils can be over stimulating. Pregnant women, for example, require
specialist massage treatment and should speak to their massage therapist
before beginning treatment.<br />
Unfortunately aromatherapy can be
seen as a 'lightweight' or just for 'a bit of relaxation and a pamper'
and often when offered through beauty salons and spas this is how it is
described and advertised. However, essential oils are an excellent
treatment for a range of emotional and physical stresses and can calm
the mind and boost the body's natural energy sources.<br />
To get the
full benefits, these potent oils should be handled carefully and used to
enhance a bespoke treatment that focuses on the individual needs of
each client. Before beginning treatment ensure that the therapist you
have chosen is qualified and experienced in the use of these potent
natural extracts and that you have discussed fully with your therapist
the symptoms you are experiencing and required relief.<br />
Often after
a thorough consultation and depending on the skills and qualifications
your selected professional massage therapist has they will combine
aromatherapy massage with other massage therapy techniques to create a
unique treatment plan for you.<br />
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<br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-25402653703548986552012-05-29T05:42:00.000-07:002012-07-12T05:43:11.622-07:00Light Therapy Pain Relief: NASA Study Opens the Door for Drug Free Treatment<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
Light therapy pain relief has become a staple form of treatment
for individuals in both the Navy and NASA. Their initial studies on bone
marrow transplant patients have led to the implementation of this
medication alternative in specific professions to lessen the amount of
experienced discomfort or inflammation of a patient. The NASA studies
centered on how infrared light at defined wavelengths is capable of
promoting cell regeneration, cell functions, and general discomfort
alleviation. Their confirmation of treatment effectiveness to alleviate
pain safely has caused the method to be adopted in various medical
areas.<br />
Advanced light therapy has been proven to expedite wound
restoration, reduce inflammation, and decrease pain. The procedure
involves using a device to emit the required wavelength to a designated
area of the body through a concentrated source by means of Light
Emitting Diodes (LED's). It has not been approved by the Food and Drug
Administration for every kind of ailment, but the NASA studies generated
awareness of this option as an alternative to traditional drugs.<br />
<strong>Why is Advanced Light Therapy Effective?</strong><br />
Advanced
light therapy is a procedure where photons are emitted through a
special device designed to reach unhealthy or abnormal cells underneath
surface tissue by means of a certain light wavelength. The LED's provide
necessary photons for energizing damaged cell mitochondria to speed up
repair while alleviating discomfort. Fast cell regrowth limits the time
required to regenerate a wounded area and supplies a reduced amount of
pain. Quick regeneration eliminates discomfort as an individual's health
is restored. The non-invasive treatment requires multiple visits or
home applications to be effective. Session counts vary based on the type
of ailment and the level of experienced discomfort. The main benefits
offered by using light therapy pain relief are elimination of harmful
drugs, faster relief, and a shortened recovery time. Individuals
considering remedying acute or chronic pain by these means are
encouraged to discuss all options with a doctor before making a choice.<br />
This
treatment choice has proven highly effective in the alleviation of
joint or muscle aches. NASA found that patients receiving bone marrow
transplants had a noticeable discomfort reduction when advanced light
therapy was applied. Plant studies showed cells exposed to LED's grew as
much as two hundred percent faster than those receiving no stimulation.
A more recent study displayed the possible benefits of LED application
among pediatric cancer patients. Bone marrow transplant patients in
particular develop a condition called oral mucositis, which causes mouth
or throat ulcerations, extreme soreness, and intestinal tract
inflammation. They have a difficult time chewing due to the ulcerations
and swallowing is sometimes near impossible. Inability to drink or eat
quickly diminishes the patient's health, with medication providing the
only relief.<br />
Latest studies prove that LEDs can help alleviate
many of these symptoms. Dr. Harry Whelan found the study results to be
encouraging, and the extended research has caused light therapy pain
relief to become a justifiable choice over the administration of
multiple medications. The study has opened eyes among medical
professionals regarding the possible benefits of this treatment for
remedying discomfort without the use of drugs.<br />
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<br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-48539793603472913212012-05-22T05:41:00.000-07:002012-07-12T05:42:01.245-07:00Food Remedies For People With Cervical Spondylosis<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
One of the many degenerative conditions suffered in old age is
Cervical Spondylosis. The condition is a result from the wear and tear
of the joints and intervertebral discs in the neck area and is mostly
more evident in men than in women. Recent studies have shown that
Cervical Spondylosis develops in relation to sedentary lifestyle.<br />
There
are a lot of factors that contribute to the development of Cervical
Spondylosis. Some of these factors include old age, sleeping positions,
sedentary lifestyles and even genetics. During the development of the
disease, the intervertebral discs thicken as a response to the upcoming
threat of bone fusion. Osteocytes, which are also known as, bone spurs
are mostly responsible for the thickening of the discs. There is an
increased risk for the development of nerve compression and slipped
discs when the intervertebral discs increase in size. Most often than
not, the recurrence of neck pains is associated with Cervical
Spondylosis.<br />
People diagnosed with Cervical Spondylosis have
several treatment options to choose from to slow down the progression of
the disease. For natural treatments, home remedies which has been
effectively proven to alleviate pain brought about by the disease, are
usually introduced. These remedies can be performed even in your home as
the organic constituents of the alternative are mostly found in your
kitchen.<br />
Eating 2-3 cloves of garlic in the morning along with the
application of garlic oil can provide a fast relief from neck pain. You
can even prepare your own garlic oil by frying 10 cloves of garlic in
about 60 grams of oil. Apply this on your neck when the oil has already
cooled down. It is suggested that a warm batch follows after for best
results. Do this routine consecutively for 15 days.<br />
Neck massage
can also ease the pain that is felt because of Cervical Spondylosis. An
aromatic massage which contains lavender fragrances is ideal for a heavy
massage in the neck. Massage your neck with the oil to a point that you
can no longer feel any neck strain. To avoid the pain from coming back,
it is advised that you avoid prolonged bending or leaning of your neck
forward.<br />
A preparation of lemon juice in your kitchen can also be
helpful as this was approved by the experts. For best results, consume
lemon juice three times a day along with a pinch of roc salt. Chebulic
myrobalan, which should be consumed after meals, can also help in
providing a fast relief against neck pain.<br />
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<br /></div>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706677263500153389.post-65224189824616128092012-05-15T05:40:00.000-07:002012-07-12T05:40:39.255-07:00Benefits Are Offered Through Light Therapy Pain Relief<div id="article-content" style="text-align: justify;">
While treating discomfort with medication is preferred among most
doctors and individuals, a new form of relief is available that
eliminates the need for introducing drugs into the body. Light therapy
pain relief uses LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology to create a
concentrated source of artificial light that helps alleviate many
ailments. A wavelength ranging from six hundred and thirty to seven
hundred nanometers is capable of reaching a depth of ten nanometers into
the tissue. It is a feasible alternative to drugs for ailments near the
surface of the skin, such as:<br />
<ul>
<li>Wounds</li>
<li>Cuts</li>
<li>Scars</li>
<li>Acupuncture Points</li>
<li>Infections</li>
</ul>
Infrared light ranging from
eight-hundred to one thousand nanometers is capable of providing relief
at an amplified depth of approximately forty millimeters. It has been
applied in studies to evaluate effectiveness regarding bone, joint, and
deep muscle tissue relief. Advance light therapy has also been used to
treat organ issues and for general discomfort, but is not a solution for
every type of ailment. Individuals suffering from a severe condition
should consult with their doctor before replacing medications with this
type of treatment.<br />
<strong>Advance Light Therapy </strong><strong>Reduces Discomfort While Promoting Cell Regeneration</strong><br />
Advance
light therapy concentrates on providing a certain wavelength to aid in
pain reduction. Every cell type and tissue in a person's body has
specific characteristics concerning the wavelength they are capable of
absorbing. Skin layers do well with red lighting because it contains a
large amount of blood, while calcium requires another type of
wavelength. LED methods are a newer technology designed to reduce
discomfort without the harmful side effects seen in previous devices.
Individuals using pulsating LED's enhance experienced results when using
light therapy for pain relief. The rates supplied in these devices are
referred to as Nogier frequencies and were founded by Dr. Paul Nogier, a
doctor and medical researcher. Dr. Nogier found that the supplied
bio-resonate effects aid in treating specific bodily tissues and
reinforces its ability to function. Experienced benefits seen with this
treatment include:<br />
<ul>
<li>Increased Blood Circulation</li>
<li>Improved Vascular Activity</li>
<li>Heightened Production of Adenosine Tri-Phosphate</li>
<li>Muscle Relaxation</li>
<li>Decreased Scared Tissue</li>
<li>Stimulated Wound Restoration</li>
<li>Improved Regeneration</li>
<li>Pain Reduction</li>
<li>Mood Elevation</li>
<li>Inflammation Reduction</li>
</ul>
Advance light therapy
stimulates the production of many items that promote the development or
regeneration of cells, which aids in the regeneration of tissue.
Adenosine Tri-Phosphate, for example, works as an energy source for
supporting muscle contraction, boosting cellular process metabolism, and
maintaining the sustainability of living systems. The phagocytosis
process is enhanced, thus allowing dead or degenerated cells to be
eliminated for reduced chance of infection. It promotes cellular
reproduction by accelerating the process of damaged cell replacement.
Light therapy pain relief increases the amount of endorphins and
enkephelins found in the body to decrease experienced discomfort.<br />
An
LED based device designed to provide the right concentrated wavelength
source has the possibility of providing muscle, joint, and tissue
relief. While not yet approved by the Food and Drug Administration, this
method of treatment has been proven to be effective in various studies,
including ones performed by NASA in pediatric cancer patients.<br />
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Whilst cranial head remoulding is necessary for some infants
suffering from brachycephaly or plagiocephaly, there is a natural method
which can dramatically improve and eventually even correct the
condition. The vast majority of babies are born with a slightly funny
shaped skull - this is due to time spent confined in the womb and from
the stretching and squashing which naturally occurs during birth -
babies skulls are naturally malleable for this precise reason. Usually
your little one's skull will return to a more normal shape after 6 weeks
but for those that don't and for babies who develop an abnormal skull
shape after this time, during infancy, treatment is usually recommended.<br />
Cranial
head remoulding (also known as cranial moulding orthosis) is one common
treatment. It involves remoulding your baby's skull by placing it in a
specially designed helmet which encourages the skull to grow into the
correct shape over time. For children with mild-to-moderate
plagiocephaly or brachycephaly (flat head syndrome) this is a fairly
intensive treatment, it involves almost full time wearing of the helmet.
Whilst this treatment is very effective, there are other routes you
might like to pursue first which are free and which can work well.<br />
<strong>Tummy Time</strong><br />
As
any new parent will know, all advice states that you should ensure your
baby sleeps on his or her back to reduce the risk of cot death.
Although this advice is sound and should be heeded, it has caused the
number of cases of plagiocephaly and brachycephaly in particular to sky
rocket. This is because your baby's skull remains very malleable until
they reach around one year old. By ensuring they always sleep in the
same position on their back their skull can become flattened in the area
where it usually rests.<br />
'Tummy time' is a technique which
encourages your baby to stay on their front during their waking hours.
It really is as easy as that. By ensuring your baby spends time with
their head in a different position, you dramatically reduce the amount
of pressure placed on the flattened area of skull and give the skull
time and space to correct itself. 30 minutes of supervised 'tummy time'
is a good place to start, eventually you'll be looking to spend at least
half of your baby's waking hours on their belly. It also helps your
little one develop the muscles required for crawling and rolling!<br />
Not
all babies are keen to spend time on their bellies, start small and be
creative - then gradually increase the time. Try lying face up and
placing your little bundle on your belly so you are face to face. There
are all sorts of tricks you can try! Toys and mirrors are especially
helpful. Alternating the direction your baby's head is in while she or
he sleeps (Monday, to the right - Tuesday, to the left etc.) can also
help reduce the flattening effect of sleeping in one position.<br />
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It's often said that many of us think with our stomachs. It turns
out this tongue and cheek axiom is grounded in scientific validity.
According to Michael D. Gerson, distinguished doctor and professor of
anatomy and cell biology at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New
York, we all have a "second brain" made up of the abdomen and all of its
complex systems.<br />
Dr. Gerson has devoted over 30 years to studying
the abdomen and founded the burgeoning field of medicine known as
"Neurogastroenterology." In 1998 he published the groundbreaking book,
"The Second Brain" detailing the findings of this new field of medicine.<br />
<strong><u>What Exactly is the Second Brain?</u></strong><br />
According
to Dr. Gershon, the gut has its own nervous system known as the
"enteric nervous system." It is vitally important to the operation of
the human body and even functions without input from the spinal cord or
brain.<br />
The gut plays a vital role in our emotional and physical
well-being. The feeling of "butterflies" in your stomach when you are
nervous or excited or a sinking feeling in your belly when you dread
something is your gut's way of communicating with you.<br />
<strong><u>How is the Second Brain Different from the Brain in our Head?</u></strong><br />
The
"second brain" or abdominal brain is much different from the brain in
our heads. Our cranial brain performs complex cognitive functions such
as reasoning, calculations and making plans based on logic. In contrast,
our second brain is intuitive and receives signals and messages
regarding our bodies and the environment that it sends back to our
cranial brain and vice versa.<br />
Understanding the second brain and
its functions is the answer to helping people who are plagued with
gastrointestinal problems that are often dismissed by traditional
medical practitioners that often label patients as neurotic.<br />
<strong><u>Why is the Gut Called a Brain?</u></strong><br />
According
to Dr. Gershon, the second brain contains an astounding 100 million
neurons - more than the spinal cord and peripheral nervous system
combined. The gut is called a brain because it controls the complex
process of digestion without assistance of the cranial brain.<br />
The
second brain produces an immense amount of chemical compounds, including
every type of neurotransmitter found in the cranial brain. In fact, the
gut (second brain) produces 95% of the chemical serotonin. Without
adequate levels of serotonin, we experience insomnia and depression.<br />
<strong><u>How the Two Brains are Connected</u></strong><br />
The
cranial and abdominal brains are connected by a cable known as the
vagus nerve. Neurotransmission allows the two brains to be able to
communicate with each other and work together so the body can operate in
harmony. When these two brains connect - we are able to connect more
deeply with ourselves.<br />
The second brain shapes and forms our
emotional state of being. The condition of the abdomen gives rise to
depression or enthusiasm, sadness or joy, despair or fulfillment. In our
gut reside all of our emotional impressions throughout our lives!
Protected from our awareness this tissue holds many of our deepest
secrets. At some point in our lives these secrets and internal conflicts
manifest as physical symptoms.<br />
These symptoms act as warning signals. It's our body's way of saying, "Pay attention to me! Pay attention to my gut!"<br />
<strong><u>The Gut and our Emotional Problems</u></strong><br />
Researchers are now beginning to understand the complex relationship between the second brain and psychological disorders.<br />
Dr.
Emeran Mayer, professor of medicine, physiology and psychiatry at the
University of California at Los Angeles, said that most patients with
anxiety and depression have gastrointestinal problems as well.<br />
Researchers
are finding out that depression, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers,
Parkinson's and even Alzheimer's disease manifest at the level of both
brain and gut.<br />
Dr. Mayer stated up to 70% of his patients with
chronic stomach problems have experienced early childhood traumas which
affect how they respond to stress. They remain in an ongoing state of
emergency with all of the body's systems ready to deal with approaching
danger - even though the original event occurred years before.<br />
<strong><u>Heal the Second Brain and the Rest will Follow</u></strong><br />
Ten
years ago I was experiencing heavy feelings of anxiousness and fear. I
was also stuck in my creative work. I tried every healing modality under
the sun to no avail. In my quest for healing, I learned that the
Taoists have known for centuries that the abdomen, and the emotions and
tensions within it, are the cause of many ailments and diseases. I was
intrigued.<br />
I found a holistic healing modality based on this
ancient knowledge called Chi Nei Tsang (CNT) that focuses on healing the
second brain. "Chi" means energy and information, and "Nei Tsang" means
visceral or internal. I decided to try it.<br />
During my CNT
treatments I was able to connect with myself in a deeper way than ever
before. In time, I was able to release the negative energy stored in my
gut that was producing anxiety, anger and fear. The emotional energy was
released and I was free!<br />
As I continued with treatments, my
enthusiasm for life deepened and I experienced an explosion of
creativity! My mind slowed, I felt calm, grounded, less reactive and
emotionally mature. The years of accumulated stress had vanished. I felt
at home with myself and others for the first time.<br />
That was many
years ago, and I am happy to report I am still experiencing the
beneficial effects of CNT. In fact, my profound experience led me to
become a practitioner of the art, which I have been practicing over the
last 10 years.<br />
I love working on the abdomen, or second brain,
because it allows me to help people find deep healing on a physical,
emotional and spiritual level. There is no condition, whether manifested
physically, emotionally or spiritually that cannot be helped by Chi Nei
Tsang.<br />
<strong><u>A New Hope for Healing</u></strong><br />
Prescription
drug use for gastrointestinal and mental conditions is at an all-time
high. People are still suffering and walking around in a drug-induced
haze. Gilles Marin, my teacher and Director of the Chi Nei Tsang
Institute once stated, "Once people connect with the emotional reason
why they are sick and are able to evolve and change the way they their
emotions affect them internally, there is no more reason whatsoever that
they can continue to be sick".<br />
The stagnant patterns and fear of
change we hold inside ourselves are preventing the flowering of our
potential. With the emerging understanding of our second brain - a
revolution in healing is taking place. With knowledge of the brain in
our gut; its power and function, we now have an opportunity to heal at
the deepest level, to find our life purpose and to do our part in
creating the world we yearn for.<br />
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Everyone wants to be physically fit and strong, because it helps
prevent physical illnesses such as osteoporosis. People nowadays tend to
try all sorts of exercises, just so they can improve their bone
density, weight, and other aspects of their bodies. Chances are you have
tried weight training some time in your life; tried drinking milk which
promised that you would have stronger bones, or tried regular exercise.<br />
However,
today, strength training is probably the most common activity done by
individuals to build stronger bones. Strength training, or weight
training, helps build muscles in your body. Similarly, it also improves
the bones' strength and density as you exert effort or a degree of
overload on them. This is the reason why people who are getting older
are the ones who go to the gym more often, rather than those who are in
their early or mid-twenties.<br />
When you are in the gym doing a
physical activity, like a weight-bearing exercise, it provides you
mechanical stimuli which are known for improving the bone strength. This
is because your muscles, and also your bones work against gravity,
which makes you control your own weight. Another example of strength
training is when you do intensity-related exercises like moving weights.
The more weight you move and the heavier it is, the more that it makes
your bones stronger.<br />
Strength training does so many things for
your bones and your muscles, and so as you grow older, the more you will
need these exercises to maintain the capacity of your bones, and also
to avoid the risks of getting osteoporosis and other fractures. In
addition, when you have stronger bones and muscles, it gives you more
strength as you go along with your daily activities, and so you are able
to last longer than you normally do. You will be able to endure tedious
activities, and even those that require a lot of effort-in case you are
a sports fanatic.<br />
If you want to strengthen your bones, you may
start with simple workouts each day, like running around for a couple of
minutes. You may also do simple stretches to warm your bones up, so
that you would not feel much pain when you start lifting weights. Of
course, you need not to lift heavy weights the moment you begin; you
should just start with light weights, those you can lift comfortably for
a couple of times. After which, you can gradually add more weights, so
that you can improve more until you can do resistance training. This
works best when you want to make your <a href="http://www.inlign.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_new">bones</a> stronger.<br />
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Your bones play a very important role in pre-forming everyday
tasks. They are made of hard components to support your body as well as
your vital organs. Your bones have the ability to bend but only in a
limited degree. However, when too much pressure is on it, bones can
break or snap. There are a lot of instances in which you can break your
bone like when you fall from a tree or smashing into a moving car.<br />
A
fracture is a condition in which a bone is broken. However, there is
more than one way to break or fracture a bone. When a bone is totally
broken into two, it is called a complete fracture. When a bone cracks
halfway through, it is called a greenstick fracture. A single fracture
happens when a bone is broken only in one place. When the bone is broken
into more than two pieces, it is called a comminuted fracture. In
children, when the bone bends but does not break, it is called a bowling
fracture. There is also an open fracture when the bone is sticking
through the skin.<br />
When fractures happen, the doctors would make
use of an X-ray so they can see which bones are to set back to their
positions. Then the bones would heal naturally. The fractured part will
produce new bone cells as well as blood vessels to rebuild the damaged
bone. The cells would cover up the broken part of the bone until it is
as good as new.<br />
You may have heard that broken bones become
stronger when they are healed. Though bones can get stronger under
pressure, this is only true up to some point. Athletes develop greater
bone mass after trainings which they need to perform well on their
games. However, there is no such proof that when a broken bone heals, it
would be stronger than it was before the fracture happens.<br />
The
process of bone recovery after a fracture is truly a remarkable process
in which the fractured area becomes stronger than the bone surrounding
it. This is because calcium is concentrated on that part for rebuilding
purposes. The plaster cast is also worn to protect the fractured area
only. And since there is no pressure on the surrounding bones, they
become relatively weaker during the healing process. However, when you
use your arm or your leg later after the bone has finally recovered, the
fractured area before and the surrounding bones will reach equal
strength already. The place of the fracture have the same chances of
being broken again just like any bone in your body. In tests conducted
with healed fractures, it was proven that there is an equal distribution
of another <a href="http://www.inlign.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_new">bone</a> breakage.<br />
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It is so easy to think that your bones are strong to the point
that very little and rare circumstances would lead to their failure.
This is why most people are alarmed when they get fractures or bone
disorders. They tend to think that as the disorder is able to affect
something as strong as a bone, then it must be really serious. Actually,
it is not entirely the case. Any part of your body is susceptible to
illnesses and disorders. Your bones are no exceptions. Therefore, you
have to understand the causes of most disorders affecting your bones to
be able to protect yourself from them.<br />
One of the common disorders
that affect your bones is a stress fracture. This is a type of fracture
attributed to overusing your bones. Putting on pressure and work load
to your bone is met by a resistance within. Your bones change and repair
themselves to continuously cope with the force and pressure put on
them. Calcium, a substance that strengthens the bones, is distributed to
the certain parts that experience most of the external pressure. This
is a natural reaction that ensures your bones would not easily break
under the pressure.<br />
However, when loads and pressures are
repetitively charged against a specific part of your bone the natural
course of repairing is disrupted. It causes stress on the pressured
points until eventually, small cracks form. As the condition worsens,
your bones cannot find anymore time to harden the pressured points and
cracks can turn into stress fractures.<br />
A stress fracture is caused
by constant pressure placed on the bone with a frequency that allows no
room for repairing. This happens mostly to athletes who engage in
physical activities and exercise routines that are constantly stressing
out the bones and muscles. It can also occur in cases where a usually
inactive body is forced to undergo extreme physical activities.<br />
A
rare cause of stress fractures is muscle fatigue. This occurs when you
are engaged in an activity that requires both of your muscle and bone
working together to exert effort. But eventually, your muscles get
tired. This leaves the bones bearing most of the pressure and strain
until stress fracture occurs.<br />
It is really frightening to think of
your bones having stress fractures because it may weaken your bone
structure. To avoid being affected negatively by stress fractures, you
can consult your trusted doctor or your trusted <a href="http://www.inlign.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_new">osteopath</a>. They will help you strengthen your bones and release tension from within to avoid the fractures and cracks from forming.<br />
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Looking at the bones of the animals that you eat, it has been quite
easy to picture your own bones. From pictures in books and on the
Internet, you have also been shown how a human bone looks. You know that
it basically has a pearly white color and a smooth surface like that of
a marble. In actual though, your bones have more inside it than being
that white thing.</div>
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There are different layers inside your bones.
The hard and outermost layer is called the periosteum. This part of your
bone is the most sensitive to external pressures. It contains within it
various blood vessels and veins that transport blood and nutrients to
be used by the different parts of your body.</div>
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After the hard layer
of periosteum, the next is the compact bone. The tissue inside the
compact bone has very little gaps or spaces thus making it only 5% to
30% porous. It is mostly responsible for giving your bones their common
attributes of being white, smooth and strong. In an adult skeleton, 80%
of the total bone mass is attributed to the compact bone.</div>
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Under
the layer of compact bone is the trabecular or cancellous bone. 20% of
the total bone mass in your skeleton is attributed to this layer of your
bones. It is found mostly in the interior part of your bone and
resembles a sponge in terms of physical appearance. As such, it is
relatively softer than the compact bone, 30% to 90% porous and with
generous amounts of space for the marrow.</div>
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Finally, you have the
marrow in the innermost part. In terms of physical appearance, it can be
likened to a jelly with either a red or yellow hue. The bone marrow is a
popular layer because of its important function of producing new blood
cells for your body.</div>
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Aside from the layers of the bones, there are
of course cells within it. There are several types of these cells. One
is the osteoblasts, located on the surface of the osteoid seams. They
produce a type of protein that manufactures bones and produces hormones.
Another type of cell within your bones is the osteocytes. Their main
functions include the formation and maintenance of your bone matrix as
well as the regulation of the way your bones cope with stress. Lastly,
you have the osteoclasts that are mainly responsible for the breaking
down of the old bone to be replaced by a new one.</div>
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Generally there a variety of approaches to improve your fitness
level and to get into the very best form of yourself. You are able to
lift weights, jog, go walking, or maybe engage in well-known fitness
courses such as Zumba or even Pilates. For those who wish to be your
very best, however, you have to find the best fitness expert. Personal
training can certainly make a major difference for individuals who want
to satisfy his or her individual objectives. To find the best fitness
instructor, you must look at several important elements. Get a personal
fitness trainer who is a devoted professional and also someone who will
offer you a prepared exercise program, a personalized assessment, and
solid recommendations.<br />
The 1st step is to discover a professional
career fitness instructor. Consult with workers at the nearby work out
center to obtain prospects regarding full-time coaches who happen to be
participating in further education. Health clubs across the nation often
retain these people who'd be more than prepared to serve as a personal
fitness instructor. Refrain from individuals who see personal fitness
training as a pastime or perhaps a side job.<br />
The next step is
usually to talk about evaluation as well as exercise plan options along
with your fitness instructor candidates. Be sure you choose a fitness
trainer that will spend some time to learn everything to know about you.
This specific assessment will include measurements of your respective
present level of fitness as well as a talk of any limitations you have.
If your first appointment is not entirely concerning the personal
trainer understanding yourself, move on to the next candidate.<br />
It
is also vital that you be certain your own coach provide you with an
itemized exercise program. Before you'll hit an understanding, be sure
to have a clear thought of precisely what your individual trainer have
planned for your personal health and fitness. Make sure you are ready to
follow his / her advice. In case your fitness instructor thinks you
should spend time inside a physical fitness bootcamp program,
nevertheless, you don't have any purpose of doing this, the particular
instructor isn't a good match for you personally.<br />
Last but not
least, before you employ a personal trainer, request for before and
after pictures of clients and phone numbers of references. If you're
armed with testimonials and photographic evidence of results with other
customers, you will be on a stronger position to establish a final
choice. In fact, would you get a used car based on the vendor's message
that it is great? Obviously you would not. As your fitness trainer will
be accountable for your overall health and also fitness, the decision
has to be the best one.<br />
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