Check it out!
Friday, February 27, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
Dear Readers - Feb. 16, 2009
I found this graphic illustration very helpful. Anytime there is a blemish, soreness, redness, deep lines, or paleness in these areas, it's your body sending you a signal. Our E-3 Energy Cream can be applied to the areas to get unstick blocked energies in those meridians. Also, applying the cream to the soles of the feet and palms of the hand is very helpful to get energy moving again across all the meridians.Some other healing actions I personally use is to take a nice, hot bath with Epsom Salts and a dropperful of E-1 Ionic Minerals in the water. It really balances, harmonizes and relaxes. I then bathe with our absolutely transcendant Venables Valley Soaps. The scents are so pure and the soap itself is extremely emollient. I begin my day with a dropperful of E-2 and E-4 in water, and take ReleaseZyme, DigestZyme and PureZyme twice a day. At bedtime, I put E-3 on my back, and it soothes me to sleep quickly.
We've used these products for nearly 10 years now, and they have just never failed to increase my well-being. I'd love to hear from you about your experiences with these formulas, and if you haven't tried some of these, it's well worth doing so!
On another note, I do hope you'll come visit us on FaceBook and become a FAN of Subtle Energy Solutions, or join the FaceBook group. You'll find discounts for our products, blogs and other info not found anywhere else!
In vibrant health,
Shay Arave
President
Subtle Energy Solutions
To Soy or not to Soy!
THE BOTTOM LINE ON SOY
Here is an interesting excerpt of an article about the pros and cons of soy consumption. The research is actually quite confusing. Because plant-based or natural treatments and preventatives are, in most cases, safer than their synthetic counterparts, many doctors eagerly leap to the defense of soy – almost as eagerly as others rise to defame it.They say it helps all kinds of menopause symptoms. However, there is a lack of unbiased clinical research on BOTH sides, resulting in more hearsay and less fact on both sides of the issue. So what can you do?
Various Soy Products
1. Monitor your soy intake. Concerned consumers should monitor the overwhelming prevalence of soy in the American diet by reading labels carefully. In addition to the multitude of blatant soy-based foods, soy additives, oils, proteins and emulsifiers can be found hiding in unsuspecting condiments, ice creams, protein bars, processed foods, candies, chocolates, health shakes and beverages, making it easy to consume well over the 35 grams a day recommended by government health agencies. When reading labels, be aware of terms like “lecithin,” “vegetable protein,” and “natural flavoring,” all of which are code for soy. Moderation, as always, is key.
2. Eliminate soy intake if you have a high-risk for cancer. While monitoring soy intake may be enough for some, women at high risk for estrogen-dependent cancers or thyroid disease may want to abstain entirely until more research has been done. Women taking Tamoxifen or similar anti-estrogen drugs should consult with their physician about incorporating soy in their diet.
3. Breastfeed. New mothers may also want to consider milk-based formulas or breastfeeding, if possible, to reduce the risk of hormone-related complications and childhood soy allergies.
There is no reason to swear off soy entirely or panic because you have been consuming soy-based foods or drinks. Low-risk women should also keep in mind that there is a difference between isolated soy compounds and a whole food, so while taking soy supplements such as isoflavones may be dangerous for certain individuals, having the occasional bit of tofu in your pad thai or a moderate amount on a regular basis is unlikely to be detrimental.
Here is an interesting excerpt of an article about the pros and cons of soy consumption. The research is actually quite confusing. Because plant-based or natural treatments and preventatives are, in most cases, safer than their synthetic counterparts, many doctors eagerly leap to the defense of soy – almost as eagerly as others rise to defame it.They say it helps all kinds of menopause symptoms. However, there is a lack of unbiased clinical research on BOTH sides, resulting in more hearsay and less fact on both sides of the issue. So what can you do?
Various Soy Products
1. Monitor your soy intake. Concerned consumers should monitor the overwhelming prevalence of soy in the American diet by reading labels carefully. In addition to the multitude of blatant soy-based foods, soy additives, oils, proteins and emulsifiers can be found hiding in unsuspecting condiments, ice creams, protein bars, processed foods, candies, chocolates, health shakes and beverages, making it easy to consume well over the 35 grams a day recommended by government health agencies. When reading labels, be aware of terms like “lecithin,” “vegetable protein,” and “natural flavoring,” all of which are code for soy. Moderation, as always, is key.
2. Eliminate soy intake if you have a high-risk for cancer. While monitoring soy intake may be enough for some, women at high risk for estrogen-dependent cancers or thyroid disease may want to abstain entirely until more research has been done. Women taking Tamoxifen or similar anti-estrogen drugs should consult with their physician about incorporating soy in their diet.
3. Breastfeed. New mothers may also want to consider milk-based formulas or breastfeeding, if possible, to reduce the risk of hormone-related complications and childhood soy allergies.
There is no reason to swear off soy entirely or panic because you have been consuming soy-based foods or drinks. Low-risk women should also keep in mind that there is a difference between isolated soy compounds and a whole food, so while taking soy supplements such as isoflavones may be dangerous for certain individuals, having the occasional bit of tofu in your pad thai or a moderate amount on a regular basis is unlikely to be detrimental.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Vaccines found to contain mercury....duh!!!
Vaccines found to contain mercury; are vaccinations safe?
The headlines around the world are ablaze with the news that a whooping cough vaccine given to babies has been found to contain potentially dangerous levels of mercury. The vaccine is being withdrawn, and parents are now having to wait for a new vaccine that will be available in several months. The warning was issued by U.S. researchers, who suggested that mercury in vaccines could be linked to the develop of autism in children.
The real story in all of this, however, is that mercury is frequently used as a preservative in vaccines. Some amount of mercury is found in virtually every vaccine given to children, not in just this one vaccine. It is astonishing, too, that vaccinations containing mercury continue to be given to our children on a regular basis each and every year, across the country, and around the world.
Mercury, of course, is one of the most toxic substances you can put in a human body. It is a heavy metal known to contribute to neurological disorders, including autism, dementia, and even Alzheimer's disease. Mercury also tends to build up in tissues in the human body and is not easily removed, so even small exposures to mercury can accumulate over time and end up compromising the health of the person involved.
Vaccinations, it turns out, aren't really good medicine at all. Vaccinations have been known to kill children or cause severe reactions that injure them for life. As more and more parents are educating themselves about the dangers of vaccines in the United States and elsewhere, they are avoiding giving their children these vaccines, and thereby protecting the health of their children. Mercury isn't the only toxin known to be contained in vaccines -- vaccines present many other health risks, including the potential for autoimmune disorders such as type 1 diabetes.
The internet, of course, is serving as the main conduit of information for people who want to learn more about vaccines and who want to branch outside the traditional controlled, organized medicine view of vaccination, which is, of course, that all vaccinations are safe and everybody should get vaccinated, regardless of how many people are killed by it or what kind of toxic ingredients (like mercury) are contained in the vaccines. Even following this news about the mercury being found in this one batch of vaccines, officials declare it to be perfectly safe for children, which just goes to show you how bizarre things can get when health authorities get involved.
The headlines around the world are ablaze with the news that a whooping cough vaccine given to babies has been found to contain potentially dangerous levels of mercury. The vaccine is being withdrawn, and parents are now having to wait for a new vaccine that will be available in several months. The warning was issued by U.S. researchers, who suggested that mercury in vaccines could be linked to the develop of autism in children.
The real story in all of this, however, is that mercury is frequently used as a preservative in vaccines. Some amount of mercury is found in virtually every vaccine given to children, not in just this one vaccine. It is astonishing, too, that vaccinations containing mercury continue to be given to our children on a regular basis each and every year, across the country, and around the world.
Mercury, of course, is one of the most toxic substances you can put in a human body. It is a heavy metal known to contribute to neurological disorders, including autism, dementia, and even Alzheimer's disease. Mercury also tends to build up in tissues in the human body and is not easily removed, so even small exposures to mercury can accumulate over time and end up compromising the health of the person involved.
Vaccinations, it turns out, aren't really good medicine at all. Vaccinations have been known to kill children or cause severe reactions that injure them for life. As more and more parents are educating themselves about the dangers of vaccines in the United States and elsewhere, they are avoiding giving their children these vaccines, and thereby protecting the health of their children. Mercury isn't the only toxin known to be contained in vaccines -- vaccines present many other health risks, including the potential for autoimmune disorders such as type 1 diabetes.
The internet, of course, is serving as the main conduit of information for people who want to learn more about vaccines and who want to branch outside the traditional controlled, organized medicine view of vaccination, which is, of course, that all vaccinations are safe and everybody should get vaccinated, regardless of how many people are killed by it or what kind of toxic ingredients (like mercury) are contained in the vaccines. Even following this news about the mercury being found in this one batch of vaccines, officials declare it to be perfectly safe for children, which just goes to show you how bizarre things can get when health authorities get involved.
Friday, February 13, 2009
An egg a day, pretty good idea!
Eggs: No Longer Your Diet Enemy?
For years eggs have been portrayed as a food that you should not eat for fear of raising your blood cholesterol levels. Recent studies have proven that this is not the case and in fact eggs have been found to be a nutritional goldmine. One large egg has 210 mgs. of cholesterol which seems like a lot, but a recent study from the University of Connecticut suggests that even after eating three eggs a day for 30 days, the ratio between HDL( good cholesterol) and LDL( bad cholesterol) did not change. The result is no increase or change in one’s risk of heart disease.
In another study very significant study of 120,000 men and women conducted in 1999 at Harvard University, they found no correlation between the consumption of eggs and heart disease. Nor did the study find an association between egg consumption and strokes.
There’s also evidence that eggs help to create a feeling of fullness due to the high protein content. The Journal of the American College of Nutrition in 2005, conducted a study of overweight women. In the study, those who had two eggs for breakfast felt fuller afterwards and ate fewer calories at lunch than women who had a bagel based breakfast with the same amount of calories resulting in more long term weight loss for the egg eaters.
The unsaturated fats and other nutrients including B vitamins may even be beneficial to heart health. It is the saturated fat-rich foods that are commonly consumed with eggs (bacon, sausage, cheese and biscuits) that can raise blood cholesterol and increase the risk of heart disease. A large egg has only 1.5 grams of saturated fat and about 70 calories, so it is the perfect diet food…..just be sure to watch the side of bacon.
For those of you who commonly toss the vitamin rich egg yolks, take note that they are a rich source of lutein and zeaxanthin, relatives of beta carotene that keep eyes healthy and have been linked to a reduced risk of age related eye disease. A 2006 study in the Journal of Nutrition found that women eating six eggs a week for 12 weeks had increased macular pigment which is thought to protect the retina of the eye from the damaging effects of the light.
Other Eggs facts:
Brown eggs are not more nutritious than white….they just come from brown chickens.
Yolk color depends on what the chicken eats: wheat and barley produce light colored yolks, while corn produces a darker colored yolk.
Organic eggs from chickens fed an organic diet do not have more nutrients than regular eggs; however some people may prefer them as a way to support organic farming.
One large egg contains 6 grams of high-quality protein (in the yolk and white) and only 70 calories. The yolk is also a source of zinc, B vitamins( including riboflavin and folate), vitamin A, Iron and other nutrients
Egg yolks provide choline an essential nutrient which is especially important for fetal brain development. There are also other elements recently identified in eggs that may have anti-cancer, anti hypertensive, immune boosting and antioxidant properties.
Low Cholesterol eggs from chickens fed special diets rarely provide enough extra nutrients to be worth their higher cost.
So ladies and gents, the bottom-line is that eggs are good for you! Most people can eat one or two a day. Just remember to skip the side of sausage and biscuits. Try poached eggs, hard boiled eggs or scrambled eggs with chopped vegetables for a big nutritional boost to your diet.
For years eggs have been portrayed as a food that you should not eat for fear of raising your blood cholesterol levels. Recent studies have proven that this is not the case and in fact eggs have been found to be a nutritional goldmine. One large egg has 210 mgs. of cholesterol which seems like a lot, but a recent study from the University of Connecticut suggests that even after eating three eggs a day for 30 days, the ratio between HDL( good cholesterol) and LDL( bad cholesterol) did not change. The result is no increase or change in one’s risk of heart disease.
In another study very significant study of 120,000 men and women conducted in 1999 at Harvard University, they found no correlation between the consumption of eggs and heart disease. Nor did the study find an association between egg consumption and strokes.
There’s also evidence that eggs help to create a feeling of fullness due to the high protein content. The Journal of the American College of Nutrition in 2005, conducted a study of overweight women. In the study, those who had two eggs for breakfast felt fuller afterwards and ate fewer calories at lunch than women who had a bagel based breakfast with the same amount of calories resulting in more long term weight loss for the egg eaters.
The unsaturated fats and other nutrients including B vitamins may even be beneficial to heart health. It is the saturated fat-rich foods that are commonly consumed with eggs (bacon, sausage, cheese and biscuits) that can raise blood cholesterol and increase the risk of heart disease. A large egg has only 1.5 grams of saturated fat and about 70 calories, so it is the perfect diet food…..just be sure to watch the side of bacon.
For those of you who commonly toss the vitamin rich egg yolks, take note that they are a rich source of lutein and zeaxanthin, relatives of beta carotene that keep eyes healthy and have been linked to a reduced risk of age related eye disease. A 2006 study in the Journal of Nutrition found that women eating six eggs a week for 12 weeks had increased macular pigment which is thought to protect the retina of the eye from the damaging effects of the light.
Other Eggs facts:
Brown eggs are not more nutritious than white….they just come from brown chickens.
Yolk color depends on what the chicken eats: wheat and barley produce light colored yolks, while corn produces a darker colored yolk.
Organic eggs from chickens fed an organic diet do not have more nutrients than regular eggs; however some people may prefer them as a way to support organic farming.
One large egg contains 6 grams of high-quality protein (in the yolk and white) and only 70 calories. The yolk is also a source of zinc, B vitamins( including riboflavin and folate), vitamin A, Iron and other nutrients
Egg yolks provide choline an essential nutrient which is especially important for fetal brain development. There are also other elements recently identified in eggs that may have anti-cancer, anti hypertensive, immune boosting and antioxidant properties.
Low Cholesterol eggs from chickens fed special diets rarely provide enough extra nutrients to be worth their higher cost.
So ladies and gents, the bottom-line is that eggs are good for you! Most people can eat one or two a day. Just remember to skip the side of sausage and biscuits. Try poached eggs, hard boiled eggs or scrambled eggs with chopped vegetables for a big nutritional boost to your diet.
Monday, February 09, 2009
Hot Flashes and Brain Fog...
Brain fog and hot flashes seems to be a common complaint of middle aged women. In fact 40 percent of women over 48 complain of forgetfulness and over 85 percent of menopausal women complain of hot flashes.
A recent study of 29 middle aged women with moderate to severe hot flashes suggests that there might indeed be a connection. The women were provided with monitors that measured changes in skin conductance during a hot flash. Hot flashes were recorded for a full 24-hour period, with the average number of hot flashes coming to 19.5 per day.
During this period, the study also measured memory performance -- the recollection of words, names, word pairs, paragraphs and stories -- using standard neuropsychological tests.
When researchers looked at the relationship between the hot flashes that the monitor picked up and the memory performance on the cognitive tests, they found a very strong relationship. The study showed that the more true hot flashes a woman had, the worse her memory performance became.
It seems that the hot flash-memory relationship is not all in a woman’s head. It’s actually a physiological relationship that can be monitored. Another factory which worsened the memory performance was lack of sleep. The women having the least amount of sleep before the study had the worst memory performance.
So ladies, this is good news. Be sure to get plenty of sleep and rest assured that your memory will most likely improve once your hot flashes and night sweats improve.
A recent study of 29 middle aged women with moderate to severe hot flashes suggests that there might indeed be a connection. The women were provided with monitors that measured changes in skin conductance during a hot flash. Hot flashes were recorded for a full 24-hour period, with the average number of hot flashes coming to 19.5 per day.
During this period, the study also measured memory performance -- the recollection of words, names, word pairs, paragraphs and stories -- using standard neuropsychological tests.
When researchers looked at the relationship between the hot flashes that the monitor picked up and the memory performance on the cognitive tests, they found a very strong relationship. The study showed that the more true hot flashes a woman had, the worse her memory performance became.
It seems that the hot flash-memory relationship is not all in a woman’s head. It’s actually a physiological relationship that can be monitored. Another factory which worsened the memory performance was lack of sleep. The women having the least amount of sleep before the study had the worst memory performance.
So ladies, this is good news. Be sure to get plenty of sleep and rest assured that your memory will most likely improve once your hot flashes and night sweats improve.
Vitamin D and Pain...
Some scientists believe that Low levels of the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D, may contribute to chronic pain in women. The link does not apply to men, suggesting that hormones may be involved, according to a study published in the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases.
It seems that about 1 in 10 people are affected by chronic pain The causes are not well understood and much of the focus to date has been on emotional factors, however, some researchers believe that, vitamin D levels could play a role in some cases of chronic pain.
Vitamin D sometimes known as the sunshine vitamin is essential for healthy bones. It is produced in the body when exposed to sunlight and is also found in oily fish, egg yolks and margarine.
Of the 7,000 men and women aged 45 studied, those who were smokers, non-drinkers, the overweight and the underweight all reported higher rates of chronic pain.
Among the women, vitamin D levels also appeared to be important.
Women with vitamin D levels between 75 and 99 mmol/litre - a level deemed necessary for bone health - had the lowest rates of this type of pain, at just over 8%.
Women with levels of less than 25 mmol/litre had the highest rates, at 14.4%.
The findings suggest that more research is needed to fully evaluate whether vitamin D supplements could help prevent chronic pain.
In the meantime, if you have chronic pain it wouldn’t hurt to get out in the sun a bit more to boost your natural vitamin D levels. Most people should be able to get all the vitamin D they need from their diet and by adding 30 minutes of sunshine to their daily schedule
It seems that about 1 in 10 people are affected by chronic pain The causes are not well understood and much of the focus to date has been on emotional factors, however, some researchers believe that, vitamin D levels could play a role in some cases of chronic pain.
Vitamin D sometimes known as the sunshine vitamin is essential for healthy bones. It is produced in the body when exposed to sunlight and is also found in oily fish, egg yolks and margarine.
Of the 7,000 men and women aged 45 studied, those who were smokers, non-drinkers, the overweight and the underweight all reported higher rates of chronic pain.
Among the women, vitamin D levels also appeared to be important.
Women with vitamin D levels between 75 and 99 mmol/litre - a level deemed necessary for bone health - had the lowest rates of this type of pain, at just over 8%.
Women with levels of less than 25 mmol/litre had the highest rates, at 14.4%.
The findings suggest that more research is needed to fully evaluate whether vitamin D supplements could help prevent chronic pain.
In the meantime, if you have chronic pain it wouldn’t hurt to get out in the sun a bit more to boost your natural vitamin D levels. Most people should be able to get all the vitamin D they need from their diet and by adding 30 minutes of sunshine to their daily schedule
Sunday, February 08, 2009
Snow Moon
Snow Moon
By Tara Sutphen
This Full Snow Moon has an eclipse on February 9, 2009 at 20* Leo, culmination 11:50 PST. The eclipse will be an Appulse, where the penumbra, partial illumination or a shrouding occurs of the moon. An eclipse occurs because the moon and sun are close to the moon's nodes. They align with earth to cast a shadow. The moon crosses the ecliptic or the path of the sun across the sky and against the background stars.
The moon this month is about the expression of self and addressing masks. Observations of reactions and temperament, knowing your comfort level. What masks might you be wearing to feel reasonable with and around others, which masks are false or even phony. Awareness can stop the missteps, cease wasting your time, focusing upon what makes your life function. Emerging into becoming more meaningful, supportive of self, and taking notice of reinventing relationships, friends, family, activities, career, health and happiness. Moving your attitude toward the productive force instead of self sabotage.
Write in a journal or choose a few masks to analyze about yourself. Looking to uncover quirks, hidden feelings, strengths, and/or weaknesses. Here are a few to start with, many are not included in the collection.
sad mask, naive mask, helpless mask, nervous mask, Shy mask, Over controlling mask, over capable mask, passionate mask, loud mask, insincere mask, jealous mask, leadership mask, crazy mask, comedy mask, congenial mask, uncooperative mask, anger mask, frustration mask, fear mask, anxiousness mask, worry mask, lack of barriers mask, intellectual mask, unreasonable mask, deep character mask, shallow mask, imprisoned mask, nice mask, can't say no mask, the spiritual mask, in control mask, out of control mask, being needed mask, perfectionist mask, slob mask, rebellious mask, material mask, beauty mask, ugly mask, mean mask, hateful mask, no trying mask, over risking mask, under risking mask, overly loving mask, cheerful mask, everything is always ok mask, desperate mask, needy mask, beggar mask, manipulation mask, manipulator mask, sober mask, lying mask, envy mask, dishonest mask, ignorant mask, avoid mask, commitment mask, earnest mask, security mask, broken promises mask, promises mask, antagonist mask, protagonist mask, angel mask, devil mask, follower mask, organizer mask, ally mask, good intention mask, neglectful mask, scorn mask, better than thou mask, rejection mask, bitter mask, skeptic mask, contempt mask, disbeliever mask, believer mask, praise mask, insecure mask, pride mask, sexy mask, dominant mask, subordinate mask
You often see what you don't like in others, but what don't you like in yourself? Are you cringing? When are you most authentic? The masks you wear can be stimulated with certain people, or situations and instigated in your workplace, inside home or only outside home. Do you change your personality to fit your needs in a given moment? Are you comfortable mixing with others or by yourself? What masks seem effective for you? What disguise do you think you need? Energy unblocks when you open yourself for gentle but objective criticism. You want to form judgement on what no longer serves you in life. With an eclipse there is something being taken away or left behind. Choose to leave behind the unreal parts of you.
By Tara Sutphen
This Full Snow Moon has an eclipse on February 9, 2009 at 20* Leo, culmination 11:50 PST. The eclipse will be an Appulse, where the penumbra, partial illumination or a shrouding occurs of the moon. An eclipse occurs because the moon and sun are close to the moon's nodes. They align with earth to cast a shadow. The moon crosses the ecliptic or the path of the sun across the sky and against the background stars.
The moon this month is about the expression of self and addressing masks. Observations of reactions and temperament, knowing your comfort level. What masks might you be wearing to feel reasonable with and around others, which masks are false or even phony. Awareness can stop the missteps, cease wasting your time, focusing upon what makes your life function. Emerging into becoming more meaningful, supportive of self, and taking notice of reinventing relationships, friends, family, activities, career, health and happiness. Moving your attitude toward the productive force instead of self sabotage.
Write in a journal or choose a few masks to analyze about yourself. Looking to uncover quirks, hidden feelings, strengths, and/or weaknesses. Here are a few to start with, many are not included in the collection.
sad mask, naive mask, helpless mask, nervous mask, Shy mask, Over controlling mask, over capable mask, passionate mask, loud mask, insincere mask, jealous mask, leadership mask, crazy mask, comedy mask, congenial mask, uncooperative mask, anger mask, frustration mask, fear mask, anxiousness mask, worry mask, lack of barriers mask, intellectual mask, unreasonable mask, deep character mask, shallow mask, imprisoned mask, nice mask, can't say no mask, the spiritual mask, in control mask, out of control mask, being needed mask, perfectionist mask, slob mask, rebellious mask, material mask, beauty mask, ugly mask, mean mask, hateful mask, no trying mask, over risking mask, under risking mask, overly loving mask, cheerful mask, everything is always ok mask, desperate mask, needy mask, beggar mask, manipulation mask, manipulator mask, sober mask, lying mask, envy mask, dishonest mask, ignorant mask, avoid mask, commitment mask, earnest mask, security mask, broken promises mask, promises mask, antagonist mask, protagonist mask, angel mask, devil mask, follower mask, organizer mask, ally mask, good intention mask, neglectful mask, scorn mask, better than thou mask, rejection mask, bitter mask, skeptic mask, contempt mask, disbeliever mask, believer mask, praise mask, insecure mask, pride mask, sexy mask, dominant mask, subordinate mask
You often see what you don't like in others, but what don't you like in yourself? Are you cringing? When are you most authentic? The masks you wear can be stimulated with certain people, or situations and instigated in your workplace, inside home or only outside home. Do you change your personality to fit your needs in a given moment? Are you comfortable mixing with others or by yourself? What masks seem effective for you? What disguise do you think you need? Energy unblocks when you open yourself for gentle but objective criticism. You want to form judgement on what no longer serves you in life. With an eclipse there is something being taken away or left behind. Choose to leave behind the unreal parts of you.
Get a Better Nights Sleep.
Here is a great reason for couch potatoes to get off the couch and get moving. In a recent study of 101 women over 55 researchers comparing the sleep quality of physically active women to sedentary women, researchers found that the physically active women averaged 2.5 extra hours of quality sleep each night over 30 days.
It seems that the aging process leads to changes in sleep with a negative impact on the quality of life. Sleep is an important marker of quality of life and the relationship between physical exercise and sleep conditions has been the subject of various scientific studies, suggesting that the elderly who practice physical exercise had fewer sleeping problems.
Check out our related article about managing your menopausal symptoms through diet and exercise for a greater understanding of life style changes that all menopausal women should make.
Whether your sleep issues are due to menopause, Andropause, anxiety or any other reason, below are some sleep tips to help you get a good night's rest.
• Establish a regular bedtime and waking time. Stick to this schedule even on weekends and during vacations.
• Use the bed for sleep and sexual relations only, not for reading, watching television, or working. Excessive time in bed disrupts sleep.
• Avoid naps, especially in the evening.
• Exercise before dinner. A low point in energy occurs a few hours after exercise; sleep will then come more easily. Exercising close to bedtime, however, may increase alertness. The only exception is restorative yoga which has proven to improve sleep if done just before bedtime.
• Take a hot bath about 1.5 - 2 hours before bedtime. This alters the body's core temperature rhythm and helps people fall asleep more easily and more continuously. If you suffer from night sweats, skip this one.
• Do something relaxing in the 30 minutes before bedtime. Reading, meditation, yoga or a leisurely walk are all appropriate activities.
• Keep the bedroom relatively cool and well ventilated.
• Do not look at the clock. Obsessing over time will just make it more difficult to sleep.
• Eat light meals and schedule dinner 4 - 5 hours before bedtime. A light snack before bedtime can help sleep, but a large meal may have the opposite effect.
• Spend a half hour in the sun each day. The best time is early in the day. Take precautions against overexposure to sunlight by wearing protective clothing and sunscreen.
• Avoid fluids just before bedtime so that sleep is not disturbed by the need to urinate.
• Avoid caffeine in the hours before sleep.
• If one is still awake after 15 - 20 minutes, go into another room, read or do a quiet activity using dim lighting until feeling very sleepy. Don't watch television or use bright lights.
• If distracted by a sleeping bed partner, moving to the couch or a spare bed for a couple of nights might be helpful.
• If a specific worry is keeping one awake, thinking of the problem in terms of images rather than in words may allow a person to fall asleep more quickly and to wake up with less anxiety.
It seems that the aging process leads to changes in sleep with a negative impact on the quality of life. Sleep is an important marker of quality of life and the relationship between physical exercise and sleep conditions has been the subject of various scientific studies, suggesting that the elderly who practice physical exercise had fewer sleeping problems.
Check out our related article about managing your menopausal symptoms through diet and exercise for a greater understanding of life style changes that all menopausal women should make.
Whether your sleep issues are due to menopause, Andropause, anxiety or any other reason, below are some sleep tips to help you get a good night's rest.
• Establish a regular bedtime and waking time. Stick to this schedule even on weekends and during vacations.
• Use the bed for sleep and sexual relations only, not for reading, watching television, or working. Excessive time in bed disrupts sleep.
• Avoid naps, especially in the evening.
• Exercise before dinner. A low point in energy occurs a few hours after exercise; sleep will then come more easily. Exercising close to bedtime, however, may increase alertness. The only exception is restorative yoga which has proven to improve sleep if done just before bedtime.
• Take a hot bath about 1.5 - 2 hours before bedtime. This alters the body's core temperature rhythm and helps people fall asleep more easily and more continuously. If you suffer from night sweats, skip this one.
• Do something relaxing in the 30 minutes before bedtime. Reading, meditation, yoga or a leisurely walk are all appropriate activities.
• Keep the bedroom relatively cool and well ventilated.
• Do not look at the clock. Obsessing over time will just make it more difficult to sleep.
• Eat light meals and schedule dinner 4 - 5 hours before bedtime. A light snack before bedtime can help sleep, but a large meal may have the opposite effect.
• Spend a half hour in the sun each day. The best time is early in the day. Take precautions against overexposure to sunlight by wearing protective clothing and sunscreen.
• Avoid fluids just before bedtime so that sleep is not disturbed by the need to urinate.
• Avoid caffeine in the hours before sleep.
• If one is still awake after 15 - 20 minutes, go into another room, read or do a quiet activity using dim lighting until feeling very sleepy. Don't watch television or use bright lights.
• If distracted by a sleeping bed partner, moving to the couch or a spare bed for a couple of nights might be helpful.
• If a specific worry is keeping one awake, thinking of the problem in terms of images rather than in words may allow a person to fall asleep more quickly and to wake up with less anxiety.
Get your groove on ladies and move your boo-tye!!!
Obesity has always been known as a danger to women’s health; however, recent studies have linked obesity and breast cancer in a variety of ways.Doctors aren't sure why this link exists and are trying to figure out what ties weight gain to breast cancer. But they are more and more convinced the link is there, and they are urging women to watch their weight and increase their exercise to helpstave off breast cancer which is the most common cancer among females An estimated 182,500 women in the United States will be found to have invasive breast cancer in 2008, according to the American Cancer Society, and about 40,480 women will die from the disease this year. Currently, there are about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.Studies have found that, in general, obesity is linked to cancer. The higher a person's body-mass index (BMI, a ratio of weight to height), the more likely she or he will develop cancer, according to recent research by scientists at the University of Manchester in England. Scientists vary in their opinions on why this link exists, and what it means.Some believe that obesity may make tumors harder to find. Researchers also believe that the systemic effects of obesity might do something stimulate cancer cells. For example, obesity or overweight can lead to fluctuations in hormone levels in the body.Another link to obesity was found in a study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill that showed that obese women are more likely to skip screenings for breast and cervical cancer. Without those screenings, women are less likely to detect breast cancer at a more treatable stage.Menopause appears to be a critical time.. Obesity creates a greater risk for breast cancer post-menopause, while pre-menopausal women actually have a reduced risk. The increased risk of developing breast cancer and dying of it after menopause is believed due to increased levels of estrogen in obese women.There is good news. Studies have shown that exercising at a moderate to intense level for 30 to 60 minutes per day, can decrease breast cancer risks. So ladies, get your groove on and start biking, walking, dancing or running. The key point is that you need to get your heart rate up to receive the benefits of exercise.
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
E-3 the "Magic Lotion" -- great for kids
We received this great report from one of our loyal customers about his experiences using the E-3 Energy Cream for Pain Relief in his daycare business and massage business. In his family, the kids call it the "Magic Lotion." Not only is E-3 great for those first aid moments with the kids, it's also great on injuries to pets. Calms them right down, and we've seen it double or even triple healing speed.
"Hi Boyd & Shay! I wanted to write a little something about the E-3 Cream (magic cream) as the daycare kids call it that Tonya watches. We have used it for almost 9 years now and I will never be without it! We use it in cuts, bruising, head aches, muscle strains--almost anything that you can think of! It is the one product I want in my first aid box! You really don't have enough room here for me to tell all the uses. I use it along with my massage cream when I have a client that has a certain area that they complain about, it really works. I think the best use is for the little children, when they fall or hurt themselves. The very first thing the ask for is the magic cream because it doesn't hurt or sting when applied on cuts or bumbs!!! Thanks for this chance to tell you!" --Rich I., Roseville, CA
Thank YOU, Rich, for the report. We love it!
Monday, February 02, 2009
IMBOLC
by Tara SutphenImbolc
"IM-bulk" is a pagan holiday with many names. One of the Sabbats, it is an ancient festival generally celebrated on January 31, February 1, or February 2. It is also known as Candlemas, Brighid ("breed/bride"), and Oimelc ("EE-mulk") which means ewe's milk. It is the time of year halfway between December 21, the winter Solstice (Yule) and March 21, the spring Equinox (Ostara). Imbolc is in the middle of winter, but is the optimism of spring.The Egyptians and the Romans also celebrated this time, as it was the earth goddess giving birth to the Sun God. The time to ready seeds for the planting of food. A time of planning weddings, love, and romance. Days are getting longer and hope is renewed. The celebration is to light candles. Night of white candles turns the darkness into light.
by Tara SutphenImbolc
"IM-bulk" is a pagan holiday with many names. One of the Sabbats, it is an ancient festival generally celebrated on January 31, February 1, or February 2. It is also known as Candlemas, Brighid ("breed/bride"), and Oimelc ("EE-mulk") which means ewe's milk. It is the time of year halfway between December 21, the winter Solstice (Yule) and March 21, the spring Equinox (Ostara). Imbolc is in the middle of winter, but is the optimism of spring.The Egyptians and the Romans also celebrated this time, as it was the earth goddess giving birth to the Sun God. The time to ready seeds for the planting of food. A time of planning weddings, love, and romance. Days are getting longer and hope is renewed. The celebration is to light candles. Night of white candles turns the darkness into light.
Sunday, February 01, 2009
What Are the Signs of a Stroke?
During a recent BBQ, a friend stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine (they offered to call paramedics). She said she had just tripped over a brick because of her new shoes.They got her cleaned up and got her a new plate of food. While she appeared a bit shaken up, Ingrid went about enjoying herself the rest of the evening. Ingrid's husband called later telling everyone that his wife had been taken to the hospital - (at 6:00 pm Ingrid passed away.) She had suffered a stroke at the BBQ. Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Ingrid would be with us today. Some don't die; they end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead. A neurologist friend told me that if he can get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke... totally. He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough. RECOGNIZING A STROKE remember the these letters STR( first three letters of the word stroke).Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke. Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions. Ask the individual to SMILE, Ask the person to TALK and SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently)(i.e. It is sunny out today), then STICK OUT his or her TONGUE. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other , that is also an indication of a stroke. Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS. If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call emergency number immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.
Can Hypnosis Help Hot Flashes?
According to recent research published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, hypnosis can indeed help reduce hot flashes and night sweats among women undergoing treatment for breast cancer.Hot flashes are a significant problem for many breast cancer patients. Many women must take estrogen-blocking drugs like tamoxifen for years after breast cancer treatment, but hot flashes can be so severe that some women make a decision to not continue those medications. Hot flashes in women are related to decreases in estrogen, but can also be triggered by hot weather, spicy food or alcohol. The research team randomly assigned 60 breast cancer survivors to hypnosis once a week for five weeks or no treatment at all . The 50 minute hypnosis sessions involved helping the patient to reach a deeply relaxed state, and then offering suggestions for mental imagery to help her relax and feel cool. Imagery such as swimming in a cool mountain pond or floating in a gentle river was used. Women also received instructions on how to practice hypnosis on their own.Among the 51 women who completed the study, those who had hypnosis reported a 68% reduction in the severity and frequency of their hot flashes. This translated to 4.39 fewer hot flashes a day, on average, for women in the hypnosis group, while there was little change in the control group. The new findings are particularly important because estrogen therapy, the current best treatment for hot flashes, is off limits for most women who have had breast cancer. The hypnosis treatment seems to help reduce stress by helping women to relax, and may also give them a sense of control that allows them to keep their body temperature more stable.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
