|
Suffering
From Allergies? Find Out How To Cure It:By TIna White
From Brisbane Livewell Clinic!
Suffering
from Allergies? Find out how to cure it!!!
It seems everyone has an allergy to something and some
to everything!
Modern man's catch phrase has become 'make mine gluten
free.'
So lets take a Close look at this modern phenomenon,
what exactly it is and a few vital things you can do
to combat it.
Okay, an allergy is an abnormally heightened sensitivity
to a substance (allergen) that is brought into contact
with the body either by ingestion in the intestine,
the lungs or absorption through the skin.
There are such an incredible number of allergens that
they are almost unlimited, and in some people allergic
reactions occur continuously.
An allergic response can cause; reddening and swelling
of the skin, this occurs when a protein comes into contact
with a highly sensitive hormone called kinin, which
responds by tearing down the walls of a mast cell to
release substances like; histamine, serotonin and heparin.
Histamine creates reactions such as - fatigue, watery
eyes, blocked nose, painful rashes, swellings, skin
itch, chronic cough etc.
The inflammation that mast cells cause can be particularly
harmful if it happens around the nerves. Kinin inflammation
can even affect the brain, leading to headaches, migraine,
nausea, lethargy, schizophrenia and in extreme cases
anaphylactic shock.
We therefore need to attack the cause of allergies at
their roots by: " improving digestion
" balancing the immune system
" limiting free radical damage
ALLERGIES - DIGESTION
Proteins which is not properly digested can enter the
bloodstream via the small intestines, once this happens
,the circulatory system is so efficient that the offending
proteins from the intestines will soon come into contact
with the kinins, reacting almost anywhere in the body
and the intestinal wall itself often responds by secreting
an extra layer of mucus to protect itself, often leading
to diarrhea.
In order to prevent protein seepage into the blood,
you need to improve digestion by raising your stomach
acid levels with individualized digestive enzymes.
ALLERGIES - IMMUNE SYSTEM
Immune response is orchestrated by the thymus gland,
which guards against infectious agents by secreting
a hormone, which activates the body's immune response
in the form of antibodies.
If the allergen is a toxin " the antibody neutralizes
it
If the allergen is a bacteria " the antibody coats it
like a second skin, insulating it from the threatened
tissue
If the allergen is a virus " the antibody blocks the
attachment points between it and the cell it is trying
to infect
Antibodies are selective, but not quite exclusive about
what they attack, so it is necessary for the immune
system to protect itself against itself, as an imbalance,
can trigger an over reactive immune response.
Another branch of the immune system is the T-cells,
which have various roles to play, for example - one
may cause you to develop a rash, while another will
suppress this immune response, which is why if the number
of helpers constantly outweighs the suppressors, your
immune system will become oversensitive and allergic
reactions will start occurring.
One of the most effective forms of allergy relief is
supplementing with the amino acid histidine. Not only
does histidine stimulates stomach acid secretion, it
also regulates the ratio of T-helper cells to T-suppressor
cells. It is histamine, which is a central component
of the allergy response - that causes the flushing and
inflammation; histadine's suppressor balancing effect
actively prevents this allergic response from occurring.
ALLERGY - FREE RADICALS
Free radicals are among the greatest threats to human
health. Heavy metals in the air or your food, leads
to the creation of free radicals, as does radiation,
ultraviolet light any sort of illness or injury to tissue.
A free radical's only goal is to find another electron
to balance its atomic charge, and It will stop at nothing
to get it, Plundering the protein structures of your
body in its search, it oxidizes cells, causing inflammation,
injury and destruction, raising toxicity levels and
placing the immune system under greater stress.
Free radicals oxidize the cell walls fatty membrane,
making it just like rancid butter and is one of the
major causes of immune response imbalance.
This can lead not only to common food allergies and
sensitivities, but also to autoimmune diseases, such
as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, thyroid disease , male
and female infertility.
We need to protect our bodies from free radical damage
by taking powerful antioxidants.
In focusing on allergies, as one of today's major health
problems, Rather than suppress these allergic responses,
consider using amino acids and co-factors, to protect
the cells from free radicals damage. Also we need to
consider a wide range of related issues in the Individual's
biochemistry, which impact upon one another. An individual
approach to assessing the causative factors is extremely
necessary and may be the most effective way to yield
the best result.
Remember all supplements should only be taken under
supervision from a very experienced qualified professional.
Article contributed by Mrs. Tina White from Brisbane
Livewell Clinic, 272 Rode Road, Wavell Heights. Phone:
07 38615881 View Tina 's professional profile at www.brisbanelivewellclinic.com.au
or call 38615881 to book an appointment.
Tina White is a naturopath with 30 years of experience
in the treatment of allergy and all other chronic diseases.
She is one of the very few practitioners who use Amino
acid compound, biochemical detox and BioMeso therapy
to treat tough, chronic diseases with fantastic results.
She is one of the most well known and respected natural
medicine practitioners in South East Queensland.
" Tina White is amazing…..She Is a walking encyclopedia.
I have brought all my family members and my friends
to her. Everyone 's health has improved out of sight
since they saw her. I will follow her to the end of
the earth. I highly recommend her to everyone." ----Tracy
McCarthy, Brisbane.
Osteopathy
and Headaches: By Anna Folino from The West End Osteopathic
Clinic!
Headaches
are one of the most common medical complaints - up to
85% of the population will have experienced a headache
within the last year .
There are a wide variety of headache causes and contributory
factors, including fatigue, alcohol, stress, eyestrain,
ear or tooth problems, dehydration, and head injury.
Headache may also originate from structures in the neck
- this is known as a 'cervicogenic headache', and is
a condition which can be treated by an Osteopath.
COMMON TYPES OF HEADACHE
Cervicogenic Headache
Refers to any headache originating from bones or soft
tissues in the neck
15-20% of chronic headaches may involve a dysfunction
in the neck
These headaches normally start in the back of the neck
and may spread to the front of the head and around the
eye
The headache is felt as a dull ache, and may be aggravated
by neck movements, sustained or awkward neck postures,
or applying pressure around the base of the skull
Migraine Headache
Commonly associated with symptoms such as dizziness,
nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light, noise or
sound
Felt as a throbbing headache, more so on one side of
the head
May be triggered by factors such as food, alcohol, stress,
bright lights or certain smells
Tension Headache
Arise from the body's response to stress, anxiety, fatigue,
poor posture and emotions. The response is tightening
of the muscles of the head and face
Feels like a 'squeezing' or 'band-like' pain or pressure
around the head
The muscles around the head, neck and shoulders may
feel tight and uncomfortable
HOW CAN OSTEOPATHY HELP?
Osteopathy is a form of complementary medicine which
uses hands-on techniques to diagnose and treat a variety
of health conditions. Osteopaths are government-registered
practitioners who undergo a minimum of five years of
tertiary training. Osteopaths believe that the body
functions at its best when it is free of restrictions
in movement. Treatment focuses on the musculoskeletal
system to maintain and maximize movement throughout
the whole body.
A typical consultation will begin with your osteopath
asking you questions about your headache. They will
then perform a thorough physical examination in order
to form a diagnosis and determine the most appropriate
course of action. This may include specific tests to
help differentiate your headache from that of a more
serious cause. If an osteopath believes that your headache
may be a result of a more serious cause, such as a stroke,
brain tumour or meningitis, they will refer you on appropriately.
Your osteopath will look for any changes or restrictions
in the body's structure which may lead to dysfunction.
They will assess your posture, look at the movement
of your neck and feel for areas of muscle tension, as
well as looking for restrictions elsewhere in the body
which may be contributing.
Treatment is aimed at removing the body of any restrictions
to normal motion, improving movement of the joints,
reducing muscle tension, increasing blood supply and
reducing nerve irritation. A variety of techniques may
be used, including soft tissue massage, stretching,
rhythmic joint movements and manipulation. In addition
they may provide advice on how to manage your headaches
at home, including improving your posture, performing
stretches or exercises, or maintaining a more comfortable
work station. Although there is no guarantee that your
headaches will disappear completely, Osteopathic treatment
may help to reduce the duration, severity or frequency
of your symptoms.
Anna Folino is one of six osteopaths working at the
West End Osteopathic Clinic. Anna has a particular interest
in the treatment of headaches, having suffered headaches
for many years in the past. To find out more about how
Osteopathy can treat your headaches, call to arrange
an appointment with Anna on (07) 3846 3037.
12
Norfolk Rd West End / South Brisbane Qld
http://www.westendosteopathy.com.au/
The Integrity Factor: by Jenni Madison!
As we learn and process knowledge, it is not enough
for us to take just an intellectual view or theoretical
perspective, not if we intend to create real change
in our lives and in the lives of others. To create lasting
change we must integrate. It has been said so well in
the simple and infamous quote from Ghandi "we must be
the change we want to see in the world". It is the process
of integration that then brings our talk into our walk,
and as our knowledge becomes our action, it then transforms
itself into our wisdom and our experience.
"What we think becomes what we say, what we say becomes
what we do, what we do becomes our habits, and our habits
then become our character."
The Integrity factor; o Tell the truth and people will
respect you. o Do as you say you will do and people
will trust you. o Be kind and understanding and people
will like you.
The factors that deter you from trusting yourself, and
your own innate knowing are your habits, conditioning
and attachment to external influences. These are the
clouds that build up in your mind. They begin with your
unconscious and conscious thinking, filtering reality
through the windows and doors of your consciousness.
Consciousness includes the sum total of your beliefs,
attitudes, self regard, passions, nature, emotions,
coping mechanisms, values and personality. It is all
that you are, your mind, body and spirit. As it is energy
that creates transformation, all real and lasting change
must occur for us at our levels of consciousness.
As leaders, parents, business owners and communicators
we have a responsibility to ourselves and to others
to be conscious of the influence and impact we have
on our children, the environment and the people around
us. Intent is powerful, conscious intent coming from
a soulful place is the essence of contribution.
A wonderful gift to give to yourself and others is your
own wisdom and personal empowerment, to accept and embody
that which resonates from within you as your own truth.
You may hear it from another, read it in a book or receive
it as an insight or intuition, its source is irrelevant
what matters is that it is your own body and soul, your
internal radar with which it rings true.
A clear mind, and a clean body can see, hear and feel
without the muddiness caused by the clouds of past conditioning
or the fears of an uncertain future. A clear mind is
present.
"There are no rights or wrongs, there is just what
we choose to experience"
The definition of integrity is to bring all parts together,
to become whole. To bring all that is within us together
in harmony, to integrate into our physical body, our
thinking mind and our energetic spirit, and become one
unified whole.
So to integrate and to become free, meaning to be in
flex and flow, choosing life from a place of self trust,
honesty, and integrity, it seems we must first shed
and let go of that which is our patterned habits and
conditioning.
"To integrate your own wisdom into your body, mind
and soul - that is your thoughts, words and actions,
you must first cleanse away that which blocks this natural
flow so that you can see, hear, feel and do from a place
of clarity, that place of clarity is what lays behind
the clouds of a conditioned mind."
With freedom and clarity you can; Listen to your bodies
natural rhythms and needs. Hear and receive the thoughts
of your higher mind. Trust the power and wisdom of your
own soul.
It takes 21 days to break or create a habit. Here is
how you can cleanse yourself, that is your consciousness,
and create lasting change.
Take the following challenge of this 21 day process
and find for yourself the gift of clarity, which brings
freedom and choice.
1. Cleanse your body. To break the patterns of
conditioning and kick the old habits, for 21 days avoid
all animal products, that includes meat, fish, eggs
and dairy. Avoid caffeine, sugar, alcohol and processed
foods. Minimise packaged foods and aim towards 70-80%
live food, fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet
each day. Drink fresh water with lime or lemon juice
throughout the day, and also include fresh juices daily.
2. Cleanse your mind. Create for yourself a daily
affirmation, one that feels good to your mind and natural
in your body. These might include - I love my body and
trust in its wisdom - I express myself with clarity
and clear intent - All I need is within me now. Repeat
these to yourself throughout the day. Avoid the media
as much as possible, as this will infuse your mind with
negativity
3. Cleanse your soul. Each morning take some
time to be and bring your attention to each of your
energy centres. You can focus on one per day, moving
from one to seven consecutively three times throughout
the 21 day period. Imagine a healing or cleansing energy,
clearing your energy field. The stillness will also
relax your mind and is a great way to start the day
with a sense of calm and focus.
4. Cleanse your environment. Clear the clutter
in your home and office, and create yourself an environment
that feels good, clean and healthy, ensuring that your
outer life is now reflective of your clean and healthy
inner life.
Jenni Madison is a personal coach and presenter. Her
style is both intuitive and practical, designed to deliver
and create a balance of strategy, creativity and spirit
in your work and in your life.
Shyne
Worldwide The Power to Make a Difference
jenni@jennimadison.com
07 3398 7480
www.jennimadison.com
Float
Tanks.. The what And Why: By The Float Centre!
What
is Floating?
Floating has been around since 1954, when it was first
developed by researchers at Washington's National Institute
of Mental Health. The effects of floating have been
scientifically validated all over the world. It has
been researched and documented for mental health, physical
health, resistance to addictive habits, accelerated
learning and elite sports performance at Harvard, Stanford,
Yale and other universities, as well as hospitals and
sports training facilities around the world. Many famous
elite athletes have used floating as an essential part
of their training. The Australian Institute of Sport
has been using floating since 1983. That's not to say
you have to be famous to use it, there are benefits
for everyone.
Why Float?
So that you can eliminate Stress, Tension & Muscle soreness
in a simple effortless way. Let's say, so you can relax!
Take it easy and recover. It relaxes the mind as well
as the muscles.
"Floating Compensates for lack of sleep…. 2 Hours in
a Float Tank can be more restful and restorative than
a full night of sound sleep." 1 hour in the float tank
= 4 hours of sleep.
"Floating is successfully used by athletes to improve
performance significantly and to speed recovery."
These quotes come from the "book of floating" by Michael
Hutchinson but more importantly are now commonly accepted
without argument, just ring the Australian Institute
of Sport and ask them about the benefits of floating.
More importantly you do not have to be a high profile
athlete to get the benefits. You can be 8 to 80 and
the benefits are there for you in one form or another.
How Does it Work?
A floatation tank is a special lightweight floatarium
designed to remove the effect of gravity. NASA also
used float tanks to help with the development and training
of astronauts. No noise, no light and no feeling of
weight. The tank is housed in your own private bathroom
(at the Float Centre) and you have total privacy.
Entry to the tank is through a light sliding door which
you can close, leave partly or completely open.
Once inside the tank you rest upon an extremely dense
solution of sterile warm water and salts - a velvety
mixture just 10 inches deep, yet so tremendously buoyant,
you have no choice but to float… you can't sink.
During this process your muscles relax to a degree not
possible under any other circumstance and a wonderful
feeling of weightlessness and relief flows through your
entire body.
Throughout this process, stress, tension and fatigue
are rapidly released. The benefits include feeling calm
and clear-headed, physically relaxed and refreshed.
07
3366 7050
Address:
171 Waterworks Road Ashgrove Qld
http://www.thefloatcentre.com.au/
My Health Specials: Accelerate
Your Fat Loss!
Accelerate
your fat loss! Supercharge your metabolism!
Meta-Burn™
EF is the "next generation" (Ephedrine Free) thermogenic
formula that has been precisely bioengineered to increase
fat loss, supercharge energy levels, control food cravings
and maintain lean muscle mass. Synephrine is a potent
metabolic manipulator that puts the body into fat burning
overdrive without the shakes (normally found with thermogenic
products).
Green
tea (natural source of caffeine) along with naringin
and potassium phosphate further supercharge ones fat
burning ability. Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA) is known as
a powerful nutrient that helps reduce food cravings,
while chromium and alpha-lipoic acid supports optimal
glucose uptake to reduce additional fat build up. What
sets Meta-Burn™ EF aside form all other "fat loss" products
is a unique herb called Coleus Forskohlii, that has
shown in clinical investigations to promote lean body
mass and increase fat loss.
This herb activates the enzyme adenylate cyclase, which
increases the production of Cyclic Adenosine Monophospate
(cAMP).* cAMP is a "second messenger" that stimulates
the body to release fatty acids from the adipose tissue,
therefore, increasing lipolysis (fat breakdown). Accelerate
Fat Loss "Supercharges" Metabolism Contains unique herb
called Coleus Forskohlii, which promotes lean body mass
and increases fat breakdown (lipolysis) Anti-Catabolic
Recommended Retail $49.95 our Price $29.95 Ask for our
free Fat Loss Diet Program and boost your new supercharged
metabolism even more!!
Check
it out at www.bodizone.com.au
Teen
Beauty Holiday Program: 2 Day Fun and Interactive School
Holiday Program!
If
you love beauty, make up, nails, skin care, image and
fashion, then you do not want to miss out on our 2 day
fun and interactive. school holiday program just for
teens. Learn new trends in make up, how to care for
your skin and body and a few tricks and techniques of
the industry.
A great opportunity to learn new things from the professionals,
and be the best you can be. If you have considered Beauty
Therapy as a career choice or just want to learn the
best way to look after your skin and do great makeup
then this may be your perfect opportunity.
For
bookings or more information call 07 38811977 or email
us at academy@earthsentials.com.au
Web:
www.earthsentials.com.au
5 Jockers Street (Upstairs), Strathpine, 4500
Short
and Sweet:Roasted Mushroom Salad with Feta!
Serves
4
600gm
mixed small mushrooms (button, shitake, chestnut etc)
¼ cup coarsely chopped thyme 2 cloves of finely chopped
garlic 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil Feta for crumbling
Place mushrooms in a roasting pan and drizzle with olive
oil. Scatter with thyme, salt, pepper and garlic. Roast
until tender. Place in bowl, toss through baby spinach
leaves & crumble Feta over the top.
Brought
to you by www.massattack.com.au
Download
our new FREE e-book 7 Secrets of Weight Loss Revealed
http://www.massattack.com.au/sevensecretssubscribe.html
Laughter
is the best medicine!
Things
to do at the movies!
1.
Throw popcorn around and yell, "It's snowing!!"
2.
Laugh when the good guy dies
3.
Start a conversation on your mobile phone right when
the movie starts
4.
Point to the beginning credits and say, "That guy dies."
5.
Order pizza halfway through the movie
6.
Sit between couples
7.
Nonchalantly eat popcorn from other people's containers
8.
Announce loudly to everyone in the theater that you
are going to the bathroom
9.
Bring in your own food such as soup and SLURP loudly.
10.
Wear tall hats to block other people's view
11.
Walk in as if you are a big shot while wearing the most
outrageous outfit; spandex should do the trick
.Quote
of the week!
The man who wins may have been counted
out several times, but he didn’t hear the referee. Never
quit or give up….never…..never give up. - H.E.
Janson
For
a Good Cause: Why Support the Zig Zag Foundation Charity
Ball!
The
Zig Zag foundation is a Brisbane based organisation.
We
raise money on behalf of registered charities(eg cystic
fibrosis,bravehearts,pyjama foundation) and provide
funding for special projects and needs for children
who are sick,underpriveleged or at risk. We operate
on a purely voluntary basis to ensure that nearly all
money raised is allocated to helping children in need.
Please
support our annual ball on June 20 at the convention
centre.
www.zigzagfoundation.org
BACK
ISSUES OF NATURALLY HAPPY
In
the next issue of "Naturally Happy"
- The
Skin Management Centre
- Healthwise!
- West
End Osteopathic Clinic!
- Ion
Secret!
- Sureslim!
- nourished.com.au!
- Short
and sweet!
If
this link doesn't work please email info@myhealthspecials.com.au
My
Health Specials provides this information for your personal
education and enrichment. Information provided should
not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem
or disease. Nor should the information replace the advice
of your health care practitioner. Always seek professional
advice if suffering an illness. My
Health Specials Pty Ltd and all parties involved in
the conception, production, ongoing maintenance and
operation of Naturally Happy accept no liability and
no responsibility for any damage whatsoever arising
from or in connection to your use or operation of the
website or information contained in this e-magazine.
|
