October 12th, 2010 | 
Author: This was in the Global Health Newsletter, written by Jackie Christensen, BS, HHP, NC, MH
This is an excellent article and thought I would pass it along.
Oil pulling is a widely recommended cleansing procedure used in Ayurveda. It is an age-old process mentioned in Charaka Samhita and Sushrutha’s Arthashastra where the process is called Kavala Gandoosha or Kavala Graha and is said to cure about 30 systemic diseases. Dr. Bruce Fife and author of Oil Pulling Therapy say, “Oil pulling is one of the most remarkable methods of detoxification and healing I have ever experienced in my career as a naturopathic physician.” Generally the first sign of improvement is in the teeth as they become firm and white. Other healing indications include feeling well rested and relaxed upon waking, increased energy, better memory and deeper sleep.
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Give yourself increased energy . . . Improve your overall health Read the rest of this entry »
As busy women, we would all like to be successful. How each of us defines success is reflected in what matters to us and our quality of life. We invest our time, energy and money in areas of our life where we would like to see the greatest fulfillment, whether that is our business, finances, friends, family, home or health.
When we have a strong foundation of both physical and mental health, we can direct our energy in a focused, balanced way to achieve abundance in any area of life that we chose. The guiding principles of good health and success are really very simple…even for busy women. Read the rest of this entry »
I was recently hit with a bout of laryngitis, along with flu-like symptoms. The first thing I questioned was…what have I been putting into my body. These things take time to manifest in our bodies, they don’t just happen overnight. I realized that I had been abusing my body for several months. Summer tends to do that, especially when you have a daughter getting married, new people to entertain, a mother to take care of that has just had some health issues, not to mention the fact that I was moving!!! Lots of room for neglect there.
So…I thought I would get on a real health food kick for the next several weeks. And low and behold (God does work in mysterious ways) in comes this article to my inbox. This article is worth reading http://nyti.ms/9rqszF Thank you Dr. Maring and New York Times!
Muscle pain, fatigue, sleep disturbance, brain fog, anxiety, depression – these are some of the symptoms of Fibromyalgia (FM). This complex, chronic pain condition has doubled in prevalence over the last decade. Over 2 million Canadians are estimated to suffer from FM, with women affected four times more often than men.
I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 1996 and accepted my fate with fatigue, muscle pain, and depression for about 6 months while undergoing physiotherapy…then decided to take the matter into my own hands and do something to change it instead of “learning to live with it.” Read the rest of this entry »
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Those of you who know me, know that I am a firm believer in journaling for just about anything. So here’s a great way to help you stay positive!
One thing that has helped me stay focused on being positive is writing down three things at the end of my day, or anytime I feel a little out of sorts or need a boost. I answer these questions: Read the rest of this entry »
Awareness eating
Follow four simple steps to better health and weight loss.
The fourth and final part of our detox series has little to do with what you are eating, but rather focuses on how you are eating. When practiced, certain food behaviours can have dramatic positive effects on weight loss, digestion and overall health. Simply implement the recommendations below for a mere two weeks and you will make a positive difference on your health.
The food behaviours outlined below emphasize consciousness eating. Unfortunately, in today’s rushed and busy world, we have become accustomed to eating in a hurry and dining out on fast food. Read the rest of this entry »
Part 3: Moisturize
Smart eating choices can leave your skin looking great — and lower cholesterol and the risk of heart disease.
We have all heard the old adage, “you are what you eat.” With that in mind, I would like to expand on that adage to include, “you also look how you eat!” I have been lucky enough to witness the “before” and “after” changes that take place when people take charge and clean up their diet. When this happens, there is a certain “sparkle” and radiance that only comes from health and wellness.
With that in mind, part 3 of the springtime cleansing series focuses on moisturizing hair and skin naturally. Read the rest of this entry »
Part 2: Nourish
High quality, nutrient-dense foods are the keys to looking better and feeling great.
To continue the theme of springtime internal cleaning, the second part of our series focuses on nourishing from the inside out with high quality, nutrient-dense foods.
Although the latest diets and fads are constantly hitting the weight-loss market and causing some confusion about what and how to eat, there are four basic nutritional principles that need to be kept in mind in order to eat well, feel well and look your best.
The nourish principles are:
- You are what you eat!
- Your body requires all three macronutrients — carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
- You need to eat live to feel live.
- Water yourself down. Read the rest of this entry »
Spring is a great time for new beginnings and the perfect time to begin a detox plan. In this 4 part series we will discover the basics of how to cleanse, boost metabolism, optimize digestion, eat to lose weight and boost energy.
Part 1: Cleansing
People often ask about the benefits of fasting in order to improve their health and optimize digestion. For the majority of people this is generally not the best thing to do.
Most people do not have the proper blood sugar control to fast and end up feeling dizzy, hungry and may even find it difficult to participate in everyday activities. Read the rest of this entry »
