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Weight Loss: What Works Best? Diet or Exercise?
Most women have tried it all... They've tried the diets.
They've tried exercise and many say "I've tried everything
and nothing works!"
The fact is that there are many factors that contribute
to weight gain. These include energy intake in food
and drinks, as well as energy output in metabolism,
exercise and daily activity.
Any approach that just addresses one factor is unlikely
to be successful. Just like a combination padlock, it
is only when you get all the numbers right - at the
same time.
Many people are confused about exactly what to eat in
order to lose weight. They also don't want to endure
the hunger that comes with typical diets.
The Healthy Inspirations Great Shape program solves
that problem with its personalised approach and also
solves another weight loss problem.
That problem is making the change and sticking to it.
That's where we have added the crucial high-frequency
(3 times per week) weight loss coaching.
It is this mix of diet + exercise + coaching that yields
the great results. (Check out the results on www.healthyinspirations.com.au
)
Healthy Inspirations invites all women to come in for
a free weight loss planning session, where you will
have your body composition properly assessed. From this
a special plan can be designed to suit you and your
lifestyle. To find the centre nearest you go to www.healthyinspirations.com.au
or call 1300 567 393
A
Natural Approach to Adult Acne: By Nirala Jacobi ND
( USA)
Watching teenagers grow into their lanky bodies, we
consider acne and braces almost part of their natural
evolution. But many adults can suffer from ongoing acne
well into their adult years. It is estimated that 40-54%
of men and women over age 25 are still plagued by acne.
Not surprisingly, women have often tried many, many
products, treatments, as well as prescription medications
before finally searching help from a professional natural
health care professional. They have spent literally
thousands of dollars on these ineffective treatments
and they are anxious to see results quickly.
I always have to explain that acne has several contributing
factors that all need to be addressed for optimal results
and it often takes weeks to months to see very obvious
results with natural therapies. This is especially true
if they've been on antibiotics or Roaccutane for their
acne. I don't make the rules, I'm just the messenger.
But the good news is-once the fundamental cause of the
acne is addressed, breakouts become are rare or complete
resolved.
I believe knowledge is power, and when people are educated
about the cause of their illness and are provided the
proper information, they gain a sense of empowerment
that they are part of their own health care and they
then feel more inclined to make the right choices.
So with that in mind let's take a look at some of the
cause of adult acne.
Hormones
It is a well established fact that hormonal fluctuations
can cause acne- the reason for this could be twofold.
Firstly, we know that the skin of acne sufferers contains
higher concentrations of the enzyme that converts testosterone
to dihydrotestosterone, a potent androgen (male hormone)
that can increase oil production in the skin. This oil
production can trap normal skin bacteria, which feed
on this oil, and cause typical acne lesions. Yes, even
women make testosterone. Many oral contraceptives control
acne by indirectly controlling this conversion.
Androgenic control is a very important part of any good
treatment plan for adult acne.
Another reason why acne often worsens around the period
is inefficient liver clearance of hormones. Improving
liver function is a good strategy for this type of acne.
Liver "congestion" can be caused by an overload to the
detoxification systems of the liver. Chronic chemical
exposures (like for hairdressers, nail technicians,
carpet layers, etc), bacterial and fungal endotoxins
absorbed from the digestive tract, and dietary and cosmetic
hormone disruptors all are examples of "liver congesters"
Skin Bacteria
Your skin has a natural flora, just like your digestive
tract. Even in very severe cystic acne, this normal
flora is commonly all you can find on lab tests. Normal
skin species include Propionibacterium acnes (Corynebacterium
acnes) and Staphylococcus albus. P. acnes is believed
to release chemicals that break down fats in skin oil
that convert into potent free radicals, thus promoting
an inflammatory cascade. Topical tea tree oil on acne
lesions can help with this bacterial overgrowth.
Diet
Our diet is often a plethora of potential acne causing
villains! The no-brainers are trans-fatty acids, most
processed foods, and very fatty foods. Dairy is also
associated with acne.
A good start is to eliminate these foods form your diet
and stick to a 45% Protein, 35% carbohydrate, and 20%
fat diet.
This diet will stabilize blood sugars that have been
shown to be a factor in chronic acne. Researchers found
skin glucose tolerance quite out of range in patients
with acne. When given insulin their skin improved. This
echoes what naturopaths have been saying for decades:
consumption of sugar worsens acne! Supplemental chromium
may be helpful if you have problems with balancing your
blood sugar.
Believe it or not, I often find that food allergies
can greatly contribute to chronic acne. This is especially
true for the type of acne that does not seem to be affected
by the monthly period - ie remain constant throughout
the month.
Big culprits here are dairy products and wheat.
Nutrients
Rarely have I seen a patient that suffers from long
standing acne that has adequate zinc levels. Zinc is
involved in local hormone activation, wound healing,
immune system activity, and tissue regeneration.
Vitamin A is also a no-brainer for acne treatment. Synthetic
vitamin A is the prototype for Roaccutane-the conventional
"big gun" of acne treatment. It is basically such high
vitamin A doses that liver function has to be routinely
observed But vitamin A in smaller doses over longer
periods of time can be also very effective.
Unfortunately in Australia a severe phobia about vitamin
A exists in the conventional medical community.
B5 (pantothenic acid) is another fairly important nutrient
as this vital vitamin helps you to metabolize fats and
oils as well as contribute to energy production. Some
studies have shown very definite benefit with high dose
B5 supplementation.
Topical Skin Products
One of the worst things you can do for your skin is
to dry it out in hopes that this will stop the oil production
that causes acne. So people use scrubs and antiseptics
and wash their face multiple times a day. This is the
worst thing you can do as this seriously dries out your
skin and causes irritation and inflammation. Your skin
will take that as a signal to produce more oil and therefore
more acne lesions.
For daily skin care, I recommend organic skin care products
(my favorite is Miessence) with low oil content, and
spot treat acne lesions with Tea tree oil. Vitamin E
topically to acne scars can take the discoloration out
but it can take 3 months of daily applications to see
visible improvement.
Topical B5 and B3 creams have shown benefits in clinical
studies and are sometimes prescribed.
Conclusion
This article was meant as a basic overview and did in
no way cover all possible natural treatments for acne.
This skin condition is very amenable to natural treatments
but patience is required. A must rule out, in my opinion,
is liver congestion and digestive contributors. I also
recommend professional guidance to make sure the treatment
plan is individualized for you!
(c) Nirala Jacobi 2008
(07)
3368 1740 Address: 113 Enoggera Terrace Paddington Queensland
http://www.niralajacobi.com/
Colonic Irrigation: Why is it Good For Me?
The most common question that people ask a Colon Therapist
is how does this work and why is this good for me?
Colonic irrigation is a safe and effective method of
cleansing your colon. The method of cleansing your colon
is by inserting a speculum into your rectum, small amounts
of water infused with pure medical oxygen is gravity
fed. The Therapist pulsates on the tubing attached to
the speculum to stimulate the colon to defecate the
waste within the colon. The waste passes through a viewing
tube for the Therapist to analysis and then directly
into the sewage.
Colonics help people to eliminate stored faecal matter,
gas, mucus and toxic substances from the colon.
Colonics also helps ease constipation, abdominal pain,
and discomfort, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating,
acne, headaches, low energy, weight problems, PMS, bad
breath, Psoriasis, and Crohn's disease to name a few.
Our colon, also called the large intestine or bowel,
is responsible for cleansing our system of solid wastes.
It also provides a key role in completing the digestive
process absorbing important nutrients, minerals and
vitamins.
If the colon is over-burdened our whole system is put
under stress. The next question that people ask a Colon
Therapist is, will it hurt? The answer is no. Having
a colonic is like have 3 or 4 bowel motions. We help
the body to get rid of toxins by giving you a colonic.
Why would people have this treatment?
The world we live in is filled with substances and chemicals,
which are foreign and often harmful to our bodies. More
importantly, the refined food we eat is often burdening
our system with additives and agents our body cannot
assimilate or handle. This puts our health on a downward
spiral.
Improving ones health, and wellbeing is a result of
having this treatment.
Taringa
Health Centre
John
and Mary Bruniges are a husband and wife team who have
been operating as successful natural therapists since
1986 specialising in colon therapy.
Taringa Health Centre therapists are competent, caring
and professional.
The centre operates two clinics at; Bundall (Gold Coast)
A Therapist works in the colonic room and attends to
the client at all times during the colonic session.
Our main clinic at Bundall (Gold Coast, Queensland,
Australia) is situated a short distance from the Gold
Coast Arts Centre.
With the Gold Coast being a tourist city, our clinic
is visited by many people on holiday, who come to use
our services, as Brunelle equipped clinics are not available
in their home town.
07
5574 0366 Head office 35 CROMBIE AVENUE, BUNDALL, Gold
Coast
taringahealth@bigpond.com
www.taringa.com
Forest
Lake Fitness: For the Forest Lake Community!
Forest Lake Fitness is located in the heart of the Forest
Lake Community, and is the fitness centre of choice
to many residents in the Forest Lake and surrounding
areas.
Boasting a fully equipped modern gymnasium, our free
weights, pin-weighted machines and wide variety cardio
equipment are user-friendly to absolutely everyone.
Why not try one of Group Fitness Classes (Aerobics)
suitable for all levels of fitness for an enjoyable
workout to motivating music. Or if you prefer, splash
out in the heated swimming pools in an Aqua class or
some lap swimming.
All memberships include access to weights, cardio equipment,
group fitness classes, aqua aerobics, lap swimming,
a personal fitness assessment and personalised fitness
program and re-assessments every 8 weeks.
Personal training is the ultimate way to achieve your
lifestyle goals. Our motivated trainers will bring out
your absolute best. You will look and feel better than
you could have ever imagined. With our one on one personal
training program, you can change you body and change
your life. Why not take the challenge all you have to
lose is your weight!!
Some of the benefits of personal training are: increased
energy, strength, self-esteem and fitness levels, reduces
high blood pressure, cholesterol and reduces the effects
of osteo-arthritis. Achieve weight loss or weight gain,
learn correct technique and how to burn fat faster.
Our air-conditioned Group Fitness Studio is the place
to be when looking to work out in a group environment.
Our timetable features a range of classes to suit all
fitness levels and abilities. The following classes
are available at Forest Lake Fitness:
- Body
Balance: combines elements of yoga, tai chi and Pilates
for relaxing de-stress workout
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Body Attack: athletic inspired class to improve cardio
fitness and overall body strength
-
Body Pump: complete resistance class to strengthen
and shape from top to bottom
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Body Step: 5000 steps per class to help improve cardio
fitness and tone your lower half
-
Boxacise: a boxing inspired cardio circuit class for
all levels to improve cardio fitness
Our
childminding facilities are second-to-none, and are
available 6 mornings and 4 evenings per week. Have
peace of mind knowing that your child is enjoying
their time colouring in, watching videos and playing
with the toys and other children under full supervision,
while you’re sweating it out in the gym.
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Cnr
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Cod
Liver Oil: The Number One Superfood!
by
Krispin Sullivan CN
any of the older generations reminisce about taking
a large spoonful of Cod Liver Oil each day when they
were children. Nowadays, in the mainstream world it's
a rarity, but if there is one supplement we should all
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Short
and Sweet:Chicken Noodle Nests!
Ingredients
olive oil spray 500g skinless chicken breast fillets,
cut into thin strips 1 onion, finely chopped 1 red capsicum,
finely chopped 1 green capsicum, finely chopped 3 teaspoons
mild curry powder 375g packet fresh hokkien noodles,
soaked in boiling water for 10 minutes 100g snow peas,
trimmed and cut into fine strips ¾ cup Australian reduced
fat evaporated milk 1 ½ teaspoons cornflour ½ cup Australian
reduced fat natural yogurt chopped fresh coriander or
parsley leaves, for serving (optional)
Method
1. Heat a non-stick wok or frypan and lightly spray
with oil. Stir fry chicken, onion, capsicum and curry
powder for 2-3 minutes. 2. Add noodles, snow peas and
combined evaporated milk and cornflour to the chicken
mixture. Cook, tossing for 1 minute, until slightly
thickened. Stir through yogurt and herbs. Using tongs,
twirl noodles into a nest shape in a bowl or plate and
serve immediately.
Notes
Tip: For adults, add a little grated ginger and some
extra coriander leaves
www.dairyaustralia.com.au
Laughter
is the best medicine!
Morty
was in his usual place in the morning sitting at the
table, reading the paper after breakfast. He came across
an article about a beautiful actress that was about
to marry a football player who was known primarily for
his lack of IQ and common knowledge. He turned to his
wife with a look of question on his face. "I'll never
understand why the biggest jerks get the most attractive
wives." His wife replies, "Why thank you, dear!"
Quote
of the week!
"If opportunity doesn't knock, build
a door." - Milton Berlet, Actor
For
a Good Cause: Why Support The Abused Child Trust?
It
is a sad fact that thousands of Queensland Children
suffer some form of child abuse every year. But the
Abused Child Trust can help. The Trust provides prevention
and treatment programmes for families experiencing,
or at risk of, child abuse or neglect. These programmes
offer the specialised help of a social worker, psychologist,
occupational therapist, speech pathologist and nurse
to assist individuals and families to resolve the issues
that maintain destructive patterns of thought, feeling
and behaviour - helping them break the cycle of abuse.
The Abused Child Trust needs your assistance to continue
this work.
http://www.abusedchildtrust.com.au
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and sweet!
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