tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19190503321004767692024-03-05T11:39:51.640-08:00Markham Naturopath's blog, Naturopathic LivingAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-29463006914564720472018-01-31T11:37:00.001-08:002018-01-31T11:37:49.950-08:00A Naturopathic Approach to Thyroid Dysfunction<div class="MsoNormal">
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The thyroid gland. That little gland on your throat has a
mighty role to play, and with us in Southern Ontario living in the ‘goiter
belt’ and the thyroids’ delicate nature, dysfunctions of the thyroid are a
major concern to Ontarians. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The thyroid gland is your master regulator of growth and
metabolism. It is involved in weight
loss or weight gain, digestion, energy, reflexes, mood – the list goes on, but
these are the big ones. Over 50% of
causes are undiagnosed as the medical world is only now acknowledging that
testing can lead to false negatives and more credence has to be taken on
symptoms than lab numbers.<span style="background: white; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt; line-height: 107%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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The Thyroid is more complicated than we give it credit for<o:p></o:p></h2>
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TSH (Thyroid stimulating hormone) is the most commonly
tested thyroid hormone. The most active
thyroid hormone is T3 however, which can be free or bound, or can be convert to
rT3 (reverse T3) which is believed to be metabolically inactive. The body needs the necessary micronutrients
such as iodine and selenium to convert T4 to T3 in the first place, so even if
the thyroid is optimally being <i>stimulated
by TSH </i>to produce the T4, it doesn’t necessarily mean the correct
proportions of the other thyroid hormones are being produced.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sub clinical hypothyroidism<o:p></o:p></h2>
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If your thyroid lab numbers are ‘normal’, but your body says
otherwise, you many be suffering from ‘sub clinical hypothyroidism’. The most common presentation is low energy,
cold hands and feet and an inability to lose weight. See below for other signs and symptoms
associated with thyroid issues.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thyroid and other disease<o:p></o:p></h2>
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Its not just about feeling tired and increased weight, but
untreated thyroid can lead to cardiac disease, lupus, reproductive
difficulties, diabetes, arthritis as well as many other health issues which are
associated with a poor functioning thyroid gland. Research has shown that early
thyroid treatment can, in many cases, reduce the incidence or severity of these
high profile diseases.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Adrenal function and thyroid<o:p></o:p></h2>
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The adrenal glands are two little glands that sit on top of
your kidneys and help you regulate stress.
The adrenal gland and thyroid work closely together. In fact, the adrenal-hypothalamus-pituitary
loop is the bodies major regulator. When
the body is constantly under stress, this sets off a chronic inflammatory
response in the body causing major dysregulation in numerous organs and glands,
with the thyroid being one of the most affected.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Infection and Autoimmune thyroid disease<o:p></o:p></h2>
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Infectious disease is proving to be a culprit of numerous
autoimmune diseases, and Hashimotos thyroiditis is no exception. EBV (Epstein Barr Virus) has been shown to change
the immune status in susceptible individuals.
Other autoimmune conditions EBV is responsible for include <span style="background: white;">systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE),
multiple sclerosis (MS), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Sjögren’s syndrome, and
autoimmune hepatitis. As a side note, </span>EBV
and Streptococcus (my personal nemesis, learn more about my experience with
PANDAS in my blog) are known co infections, opening the door for even further
auto immune conditions, and / or inflammatory conditions, such as neurological
conditions (depression and anxiety), cancer, heart disease and diabetes. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Why didn’t my doctor say anything before<o:p></o:p></h2>
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This is a question we commonly get, and the answer is quite
simple. Conventional medicine doesn’t
have the tools to support a subclinical thyroid imbalance. As a matter of fact, even your Naturopath may
first want to treat something else, such as your adrenal glands, nutritional
status or toxicity level (underlying cause) instead of jumping right at the thyroid.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Thyroid supplementation or medication<o:p></o:p></h2>
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There are many choices for thyroid treatment. Supplementing with the cofactors such as
Iodine, selenium, tyrosine are a common first step. Certain herbs such as Bladderwrack have been
shown to support thyroid function, and bio-identical thyroid such as Armour or
Natural thyroid can also be extremely helpful.
BUT, like all disorders, treating the underlying cause such as adrenal
dysfunction or infection is essential. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Cause of thyroid dysregulation<o:p></o:p></h2>
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The thyroid is very sensitive to chemicals, inflammation, infection,
toxins and stress. As a matter of fact,
thyroid replacement has been reported as not beneficial during acute
stress. Lacking needed cofactors such as
iodine, selenium, zinc, iron, Vitamin A, and fats are another very common
cause. Finally, genetics plays a leading
role so if you have a close family member with thyroid dysfunction, take extra
care to ensure you don’t follow the same route. (Naturopathic medicine can help
with prevention of turning on those genes).<o:p></o:p></div>
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Medicine has only scratched the surface of this complicated
gland, and patients are often reporting symptoms that respond well to thyroid
treatment that aren’t on the ‘main list’ of commonly associated signs for
thyroid disorder. If you are starting to
feel ‘off’, with low energy, brain fog, digestive issues or difficulty with
temperature regulation, talk to your Naturopath about solutions – don’t wait
until the lab numbers come back positive, so much can be done to prevent full
thyroid disease from developing.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Hypothyroidism symptoms<o:p></o:p></h1>
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Hyperthyroidism symptoms<o:p></o:p></h1>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-83959305798165084442017-11-27T11:12:00.001-08:002017-11-27T11:14:24.690-08:00Jumping on the Dot Journal Bandwagon<br />
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Gratitude journaling is a key component to mental health,
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As is taking a few minutes each day to reflect on what went well and
what we can improve. Making to do lists,
and carrying those that need to over to the next day and tracking important (or
not so important but interesting) things in our lives all help us stay organized
and on top of things. Finally but possibly
most important, having a creative outlet adds the fun into our life. </div>
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This is why I love the idea of ‘Bullet’ or
Dot Journaling. A colleague showed me
her dot journal at a conference we attended a few weeks ago, and I fell in love
– thank you Dr. Lisa Watson.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Now, Lisa, as well as being a fabulous ND, is also an artist. So she quickly assured me that mine won’t be
as super fantastic as hers, and that it doesn’t need to be. A few simple concepts and bam, you are off
the races keeping all your thoughts, hopes, to-do lists and happy moments all
in one place.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I’m starting slowly, but can see how this could easily become
an addiction. As you peruse the internet
you will see countless sites, blogs and boards devoted to this really cool
concept. </div>
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Here is a great infographic I
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So, go
buy yourself a journal and happy bulleting!
Keep me posted on your progress.</div>
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A perfect storm Inflammation (Sam suddenly started drinking
milk, something she had never done before which we know she is sensitive to <b>= immunological activation + inflammation</b>). This also affected her <b>gut health</b> which is strongly correlated with immune and
neurological function.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sam caught Strep which began <b>molecular mimicry</b> and <b>overactivation
of the immune system</b>. Molecular
mimicry is when antibodies intended for foreign proteins and invaders may cause
lesions and pathology in healthy tissue (nerve cells). These now act as
‘neurotoxins’ in the brain.<o:p></o:p></div>
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“PANDAS is believed
to be caused in part by molecular mimicry – the neurological symptoms being a
result of GABHS antibodies acting against an individual’s basal ganglia and
neural tissue”<o:p></o:p></div>
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General <b>stress </b>so
that there are less resources available for the body to deal with the gut,
immune and inflammation issues mentioned above.
High cortisol levels and hormones in general (starting grade 6 – I took
Sam to Universal studios for her birthday Sept. 15<sup>th</sup> – 18<sup>th</sup>,
so the stress of coming back to reality, starting Grade 6, so many kids /
social situation to deal with after the summer of general ease, school work,
hormones etc).<o:p></o:p></div>
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Energetically, some would (and have) say this happened for my journey to be a better doctor and Naturopath. Navigating the school and medical system to access resources, REALLY understanding what parents are going through, and I'll admit, it's been a while since we've been gluten and dairy free, so even navigating the grocery stores. I 'know' what to do yes, but the learning curve of applying it all again.</div>
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The plan<o:p></o:p></div>
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this)<o:p></o:p></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-82652195408605950282017-10-29T05:47:00.000-07:002017-10-29T06:29:29.471-07:00A glimmer of hope through the hell – PANDAS confirmed<div class="MsoNormal">
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For the past 4 weeks, my family has been living through
hell. Our strong, independent daughter had turned into a scared,
aggressive ‘wild animal’ overnight. Each morning I would wake in a panic,
what would this day bring? The psychologists assured me forcing her to
school each day was necessary, “you must fight anxiety with exposure, even if
for 30 minutes” – but each exposure made the situation worse. She went
from extreme depression, to extreme anxiety to panic, aggression and opposition
defiance, the symptoms getting worse. Planning the follow day became a
nightmare, would she go to school? what class? we can’t leave her alone so who
will take off work? I stopped booking patients and making any
plans. And although “mental health affects us all, let’s talk” is a
common slogan – the stigma and embarrassment makes it hard to talk about.
I’m a Naturopath who FOCUSES on anxiety, how can my own child be this out of
control? How could I not have seen the signs? From someone who
never takes their children to the doctor I was having 3-4 appointments weekly
with different specialists, private school, home schools, teachers – anything
to help us dig ourselves out of the hell and start on a new path. <o:p></o:p></div>
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It took 3 weeks before I could even start to tell my friends
and family about what we were going through. Finally, I broke down in
tears in front on a colleague and friend, who once I told my story said “Deb –
your daughter has PANDAS. Test her for strep”. A few days later, sure
enough, Samantha tested positive for streptococcus. Thank god there is a
reason for this extreme abnormal behaviour, PANDAS is now part of my story,
Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with
Streptococcus’. <o:p></o:p></div>
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research and battle begins.<o:p></o:p></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-79683727292699018662016-12-04T07:15:00.000-08:002016-12-04T07:15:30.577-08:00Are you full of Cr@#p? Step one to Healthy Living: Robust Digestion<div class="MsoNormal">
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In order to produce heart beat, breaths, energy in the form
of ATP (the list goes on) our body is constantly producing waste, toxic waste*. Good news, our bodies are also constantly eliminating
this waste. as long as Good In = Bad out
all is well and we are in ‘homeostasis”.
But, in most of us, our BAD IN is on the rise. I used to ask my patients how many bowel
movements they had per day, looking for the perfect answer of 2-3 a day, 1
after each meal, and so rarely got it, that I now ask, “How many bowel
movements do you have a week”. With 5
now the norm. Quite literally my
friends, we are now a society that is full of crap. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Why is this the
case? Poor food choices, inflammation,
dysbiosis, slowing down of our metabolism, slowing down of our organ processes,
inefficient elimination pathways producing generally sluggishness. And for those of you thinking, oh, all I need
is a coffee (or a glass of milk…or any substance typically on the ‘food that
causes inflammation and sensitivities list) and I’m as regular as clock work –
think again. That coffee does the trick
because it is irritating the mucous membranes, causing inflammation – so yes,
its helping to some degree, but it is not indicative of a healthy robust
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The first step for any wellness program is to create a
healthy digestive track, with a minimum of 2 bowel movements daily, well
formed, no heart burn, or gas, or bloating – even if those things are now ‘common’
doesn’t mean that that in normal.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Examples of
potentially dangerous toxins / free radicals: *Ammonia, aldehydes, alcohols, hydroxyl
radical, superoxide anion radical, hydrogen peroxide, oxygen singlet, hypochlorite, nitric oxide,
homocysteine, cardon dioxide, bilirubin, adducts (often implicated in <span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Fatty Liver disease).</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-45643096275050620022016-04-10T04:36:00.000-07:002016-04-10T04:36:26.058-07:00Eating a healthy diet, exercising and still not losing weight? <br />
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We have always known that stress leads to weight grain, and at the very least inability to lose weight. Knowing that cortisol is our body's 'stress hormone' it has taken a big part of the blame so far, but now we can add another stress hormone to the list of culprits - ANGPTL8 or betatrophin.<br />
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A new study shows that stress causes a hormone ANGPTL8, also knows as betatrophin to be release. Betatrophin is a protein that regulates fat metabolism by decreasing the expression of a fat fighting enzyme, called adipocyte triglyceride lipase.<br />
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Just one more reason that stress management is so important when it comes to weight loss, as are setting realistic expectations. I see so many patients come into my office who are exhausted, stressed out and anxious, but what they want to work on is weight loss. <br />
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It's pretty hard to talk someone who is hell bent on trying to lose weight to switch their focus to increasing energy and stress management, but it's all about removing the root cause, and once the root cause is discovered and removed, results will follow. <br />
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It also gives one more argument for stress reduction. I have recently started getting my patients to spend a few minutes each day doing <a href="http://www.heartmath.com/">HeartMath</a> breathing using the EmWave pro. I first read about HeartMath from an author writing about Weight loss, how he has his patients do heart math breathing before each meal. If you haven't had a chance to do it, come on in to the clinic and give it a try.<br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">A patient came to see me today who has metabolic syndrome, the whole
gamut of high waist: hip ratio, high blood pressure, fatty liver and
diabetes. She told me she had seen a dietitian who told her to avoid
fats – including omega 3 FISH OIL, and to not have any green leafy
vegetables. I’m shocked that in today’s society, we know the fat
myth has been debunked numerous times, yet, low fat, high grain diets are still
being touted as the healthiest – even to diabetic patients!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Every cell in the human body is surrounded by fat – we NEED fat! Fat
then goes on to make our prostaglandins, our leukotrienes and our
hormones. Not only a vital part of communication, but 60% of the dry
weight of the brain is fat, our nerves need fat to transmit signals and yes,
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Each one of us is different, and there is no one size fits all
diet. This patient was feeling constantly light headed and hungry
with this low protein, low fat, high grain diet – and no wonder, the foundation
of each meal was grains – oatmeal for breakfast and “whole grain” bread for
lunch and dinner. As a diabetic patient, with blood type O, the high
grain diet is not in her best interested. A higher protein, higher
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">There have definitely been patients who I have taken off raw green leafy
vegetables for one reason or another. But diabetes, high blood
pressure and fatty liver were not the reasons. Green leafy
vegetables reduce toxins in the liver and promote liver enzyme production. Liver
enzymes protect the liver and rid it of foreign particles, including toxins and
fat deposits. Salad greens--dandelions, endive and chicory--and artichokes
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-23199125490182155322014-10-21T06:19:00.000-07:002014-10-21T06:19:52.323-07:00Brain Plasticity and Deep Meditation / Mindfulness<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Countless studies
are now showing us, that through mental training the brain can permanently be altered,
a process now referred to as top-down plasticity (Begley, 2007).<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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undergraduate work was in Genetics and Molecular biology, I have
enthusiastically followed the epigenetics research, how environmental
conditions can play a significant role in whether you will or will not get a
specific disease – it’s not all in the genes, but rather in the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">gene expression.</i> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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thus, deep meditation or hypnosis (a state of altered brain wave patterns) can
stimulate neurogenesis and the building of new neural pathways, hence, insight.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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you've experienced this yourselves.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You’ve
spaced out for a few minutes, when all of a sudden a brilliant insight pops
into your mind – that ‘spaced out’ feeling you experienced was a trance or
hypnotic state.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As a matter of fact, the
average person moves through natural neural rhythms of arousal to relaxation 12
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deep meditation or hypnosis is a method to quickly induce the brain circuitry
for plasticity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>PET scans show thought
during deep relaxation, the left pre frontal lobe is activated and the right
pre frontal lobe activity decreases.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
left pre-frontal lobe is associated with positive feelings, while the right
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and OCD, all showing significant improvement when mindfulness techniques were
included in treatment.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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sucker when it comes to positive genetic changes in the brain, and love meditation
but don’t have the time for it, nor do most of my patients – thus, my keen
interested in hypnotherapy. Almost finished my 100 hours training, and can’t
wait to start making positive change with my patients.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>On the way home from camping last summer we
stopped and bought the kids a treat to tide them over until we got home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My daughter threw her arms around me and said
“thank you thank you for buy me a treat mommy, thank you for paying for it and
not making me spend my money.” <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why the
overwhelming gratitude?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No, not because
she’s treat deprived – Samantha just started getting an allowance.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It all
started when she wanted to have a lemon aid and sell the juice at 5 cents a
glass.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I tried to explain to her it
would cost me more than 5 cents to supply the glasses and lemon aid, “but if
it’s too expensive, people won’t buy it, so we need to make it cheap’ she told
me. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I applauded my little entrepreneur’s
spirit but realized it was about time we taught her the value of money.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She was also coveting a Lalaloopsy doll which
she was saving up for with her tooth fairy money – the time was right.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The book
Money Smart Kids by Gail van Oxlade<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b>was
recommended to me by a friend, I read it, liked the concept and decided to
implement it with my daughter just as she was finishing grade 1.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The premise is by giving kids money and a set
of rules, they will develop lifelong habits on how to save and spend money, an
important lesson that in today’s consumer society, kids often don’t understand.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It also gives them the opportunity to make
money mistakes, better now at age 6 than age 26.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My husband
balked when I told him Samantha was going to get $6 allowance a week, 1 dollar
per year.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yes, that seems like a lot,
but here’s the catch, we no longer can dole out money.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Consider how much money you spend on your
kids, the treat at the grocery store, ice cream truck, school book fairs, pizza
day, class trips – it adds up.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No more
dole (well, with only $6 a week sometimes you have to make an exception, i.e.
she’ll have to pay for only half the class trip). <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Shouldn’t she be <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">earnin</i>g her allowance?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>According<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Vax-Oxlade, the purpose
of this exercise is to,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>teach kids about
money, not make them do chores or show your control over them – I have the money,
I have the power kind of idea.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, it’s
for a lot more than just fun money, they’ll be making some real decisions on
how the money will be spent.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The $6
would be divided up – 10% long term savings, put towards University or a car,
5% charity, 45% planned spending (her Lalaloopsy doll or school trip) and the
remaining %40 her ‘mad money’ to be spend on ice cream, food at Wonderland,
book fair, Freezy Friday’s or whatever grabs her fancy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The ice
cream truck went by our house a few weeks ago, not a common occurrence for us
and usually the kids are allowed to indulge on these special occasions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Samantha heard the truck, said, “Zacky,
there’s the ice cream truck but I’m out of mad money so we can’t get one’ she
didn’t even ask.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We decided to go out
for dinner as a family last week, Samantha studied the menu hard, then quietly
asked me with a very concerned look on her face, “mommy, do I have to pay for
my own dinner”.? At $6 a week, not yet baby, not yet but soon.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It has been
amazing so far.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Trips to the grocery
store, toy store, even the candy store no longer have her begging for a treat,
and she makes more of an effort to keep her room clean and help around the
house, even though it’s not a requirement for the allowance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After spending all her mad money at Canada’s
wonderland one week, she quietly watched as her baby brother got an ice cream
cone a few days later and she didn’t, a friend we were with asked her why she
wasn’t getting one and she calmly informed her that she was out of mad money,
she didn’t even ask.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So not only
is my daughter learning the value of money, but I’m actually being appreciated
when I do buy her something, thank you Gail Vax-Oxlade.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-17113155450721967552014-02-04T07:20:00.000-08:002014-02-27T18:35:06.036-08:00Happy Hormone - do you have what it takes?<br />
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<a href="http://www.google.ca/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=LCxc3mEg7GD8sM&tbnid=Rs7XQCtAzXZ2uM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.understand-andcure-anxietyattacks-panicattacks-depression.com%2F5-htp.html&ei=ZfjwUpfUJeTg2gXy6ICQBQ&bvm=bv.60444564,d.aWc&psig=AFQjCNGplLUj71GHRddp56090exSP2TbOQ&ust=1391610329308358" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Serotonin
the body’s Happy Hormone is classified as a neurotransmitter and is what gives
you a feeling of wellbeing and overall happiness.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As long as we have all the proper co-factors,
are absorbing our food properly and are not blocking the pathways by anti-nutrients,
we can make it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So the question is, do
you have what it takes?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</a>Co Factors needed in the production
of Serotonin<o:p></o:p></h2>
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needs a good supply of <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">zinc</b>, and <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">B6</b> to be produced.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">2.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Zinc</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">magnesium</b>,
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Folate</b> (the active form of folic
acid, iron, B3 (niacin), Vitamin C, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">B6</b>
and calcium are needed to convert the amino acid tryptophan to serotonin.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<u><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span></u><br />
<u><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Anti –
Nutrients<o:p></o:p></span></span></u></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Anti-oxidants,
alcohol, smoking, medications such as the birth control bill and even over the counter
pain meds, pollutants are heavy metals can all leach these important nutrients
out of the body – leaving you feeling blue.</span></span></div>
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<u><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Gut
Link</span></span></u></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The gut
produces 2/3 of your body’s serotonin!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>No wonder there’s such a link to stomach inflammation disorders, anxiety
and depression.</span></span></div>
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Testing<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> available:</span></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">1.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dysbiosis (inflammation due to
candida or other stomach overgrowth) - $20</span></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">3.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Heavy metal challenge test with
minerals or hair mineral analysis $85 – 150</span></span></div>
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inflammation in the gut) - $215 – 315</span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-8052630844808893022013-11-04T20:12:00.000-08:002013-11-04T20:12:40.373-08:00Get Sick This Winter
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">No, it’s
not a typo, we want you to have at least 1 cold per year. When people tell us
they haven’t been sick in years, we worry slightly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Are the body’s defense systems too weak to
mount a response?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Colds, flus and coughs actually serve a very important
purpose. These infections are one of the ways the body cleanses itself and how
the immune system reboots itself. <span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">By producing fever and phlegm the body is able to purge and kill off the
infection-causing bugs.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">When you <span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">suppress
these healthy and necessary immune processes with fever reducers or other
over-the-counter medication, you are only down-regulating the body’s attempts
to get you well; resulting in much longer illnesses and weaker immune systems.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Here are
some easy ways you can strengthen your body and boost your immune system this
winter:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Immune Boosting Vitamins<o:p></o:p></span></u></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Vitamin D: proven anti-viral and anti-cancer effects<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Vitamin C: in powder form or chewable tablets, antioxidant,
anti-viral<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Fish Oil: promotes healthy cellular membranes<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Probiotics: healthy gut bacteria keep the digestive and
immune systems healthy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Zinc: immune boosting, great as a lozenge for sore throats<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Immune Boosting
Lifestyle<o:p></o:p></span></u></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Sleep: 6 to 8hrs of uninterrupted sleep allows the immune
system to recharge <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Exercise/Movement: keeps your lymphatic system flowing,
crucial for immune health<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Balanced schedules: constantly hectic schedules are not good
for your immune system. Recognize when you need to slow down and take a break<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Self care: allow your self some “me time” every once in a
while to recharge your whole body<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Immune Boosting
Herbs & Remedies<o:p></o:p></span></u></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Natural Flu Remedy Pascoleucyn: given orally to children and
as an injection to adults, this is our favourite flu prevention remedy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Deep Immune: a mixture of immune enhancing herbs, great for
strengthening the lungs<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Echinacea: our well-known immune boosting herb taken at the
start of cold symptoms for no more than 10 consecutive days<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Pleo-Not: our most favourite anti-bacterial remedy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Pleo-Quent: our most-favourite anti-viral remedy<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Immune Boosting
Diet<o:p></o:p></span></u></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Greens: these vitamin and mineral-packed veggies can be
added to smoothies and soups <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Berries: full of antioxidants and vitamin C making them the
perfect immune foods<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Say no to sugar: unfortunately the immune system’s arch
enemy. Wonder why the “flu” comes out in full force after Halloween???<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Ease up on alcohol: this is where moderation is key. Too
much alcohol will not only compromise liver function but it will also deplete
the immune system.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Find easier-to-digest dairy and grains: cow’s milk and whole
wheat are mucous-forming foods. Look for goat milk or non-dairy milk and cheese
alternatives and give sprouted grain products a try.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-29332077017177738402013-06-08T15:43:00.001-07:002013-06-08T15:48:30.463-07:00Living with Intention – Goal setting for weight loss<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Today I
taught a Bodycombat class at Goodlife.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Before class as the participants were lining
up I walked down the line asking everyone their goals.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I like to know what people are trying to get
out of the class so I can meet and exceed expectation.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Most of the class sadly didn’t have a goal in
mind; a few said to finish the class, fair enough, one to work on form in
punches and kicks, one to simply ‘make it’ to the gym, hmmm, already achieved,
so now what?</span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMTM8UVfLPrvs8XNXlw_2asHwkUYEmu3Grt0D4G-zdtZEDU2BMpnWi4Jc5v4JdrmVI0H2WVXMxtJ8DyycYXkJtIeqqUrO5pNyu4jeXPWm70MuI9gUsOegxBMvZgrSELVfH44yFSLvwoak/s1600/weight+loss.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMTM8UVfLPrvs8XNXlw_2asHwkUYEmu3Grt0D4G-zdtZEDU2BMpnWi4Jc5v4JdrmVI0H2WVXMxtJ8DyycYXkJtIeqqUrO5pNyu4jeXPWm70MuI9gUsOegxBMvZgrSELVfH44yFSLvwoak/s320/weight+loss.png" width="320" /></a><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So, when I
started the class, I told them my goal for THEM this class, is for them to
sweat A LOT.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wet shirts and small
puddles on the floor 60 minutes later told me I met MY goal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I also wore my heart rate monitor, because before
every work out I ALWAYS set a specific goal. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Each action
we do, do with intention.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Perhaps your
goal is to make a new friend, simply get out of the house and have fun; all wonderful
objectives. But, if your goal is to achieve weight loss, than that 60 minutes
you’re at the gym, work with intention and have a in mind goal, what are you
trying to achieve and why?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Setting
specific goals is by far the most important part of any weight loss program and
one that is often ignored.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Only 3% of us
actually take the time to put our goals in writing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How can you possibly hit a goal that you
can’t even see?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As the saying goes,<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> if you fail to plan, you plan</b></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">
to fail!</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-13996664043520328412013-02-24T19:24:00.000-08:002013-02-24T19:24:13.441-08:00The trouble with Bandages….<br />
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been the removal of the bandages and tape.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Tape always seems to be stuck to a burn area, pulling off skin in its
removal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The ‘cling’ used at the hospital
stuck to everything and was extremely hard to get off, as were the gauze
bandages they used.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The doctor tried something
different, but I ended up having to hold Samantha’s hands all night long so she
didn’t scratch, and the next day she had blisters covering her legs where she
reacted to the tape, poor thing. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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took one look at the bandages that had been used, shook her head and the next
day a huge box of non-painful, self-adhesive bandages arrived, hallelujah.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Seriously, why is it so difficult to get
proper bandages? <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our doctor didn’t have
them, I checked our $50 first aid kit from Canadian tire and all the bandages
in there are inadequate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As the wound care nurse
said, they just don’t know best practice, and neither do people who make first
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nurses first visit last Tuesday.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Expecting
to fight yet another battle over the Medi-honey (no, the doctors at the hospital
had NOT heard about it and I had to bring up a few research articles) I held up
the alginate honey bandage, and defiantly said ‘I want to use these, are we
going to have a problem?’<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She was surprised
I had it, told me it was the ‘new big thing’, she had heard of it but they didn’t
have any yet and both she and her manager were excited to see the results –
again, hallelujah.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She assessed the wound and estimated Samantha would
be off school for at least 3 weeks in total, probably 4.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">We had a
new nurse today (Sunday), she was surprised that we had been scheduled an
appointment with the plastic surgeon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>When I pulled out my camera and showed her the original picture of the wound
she gasped, her mouth dropped open and she couldn’t believe how amazing
Samantha is doing just over 1 week later, new skin is already growing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Absolutely amazing she said with a
smile.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It really is.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If it weren’t for the doctor’s appointment tomorrow
I’d send her to school, as it is, she’ll go on Tuesday.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Only 7 days missed, ¼ of what was predicted.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span>If it weren’t for an (unneeded now) doctor’s appointment, Samantha would
be going back to school tomorrow.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>2
weeks earlier than predicted possible.</span></span></span></strong></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-4346404625219242842013-02-17T16:59:00.000-08:002013-02-24T20:36:08.396-08:00Honey and Heroes<br />
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with bedtime, a goodnight snuggle and a scalding cup of
coffee.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Next thing I know my daughter is
screeching out of her room, with her little brother hot on her tail – both hysterically
screaming, I actually thought there was a mouse in their room until I saw my
daughter’s leg.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Five hours later we were
home from the hospital with another challenge on our hands; how to provide the
best care for our daughter who had 2nd degree burns down her leg and buttocks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">My husband
was initially happy with the advice from the doctors and nurses at the hospital,
who were wonderful, but unfortunately not fully informed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It didn’t take me long to bring up the countless
research studies, including a systemic Cochrane review, to show him that the
Silver Sulforadizine was far inferior to high quality, 100% active leptospermum
honey, from Manuka honey.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">We all know
that the biggest issue with burns is the likelihood for infection.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A study published in the British Journal of
surgery compared Silver Sulfadiazine – what the nurse put on the dressing at the
hospital and what I was told is what they ALWAYS use, to honey.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The results are shocking, 91% of the people
treated with honey had no infections after 7 days, vs 7% of those treated with
Silver Sulfadiazine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>7 vs 91 – seriously,
and our docs aren’t noticing this?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span>Healthy
granulation tissue was observed on average 6 days earlier in those treated with
honey and finally, 87% of the honey treated group were healed with 15 days vs
10% of the Silver group.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A 2008 article
published in Evidence Based Complimentary journal speaks of a case at the <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Children's Hospital Medical Centre<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>affiliated with the University of Bonn where
a 12 year old was put in isolation after an operation resulting in MRSA
(antibiotic resistant) infection.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>After
12 days of isolation and all the best tricks to contain the infection, no
results were seen, so as a last resort they allowed the honey treatment.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>2 days later the child was MRSA negative.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Unfortunately,
this isn’t the kind of honey you can get at your local health food store, so it
took some serious investigating and calling the best Naturopathic Doctors I
know to track it down on a Saturday morning.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I found myself back at +Dr. Eric Marsden’s clinic, my first mentor and
where I spent the first 2 years of my practice – a clinic ahead of its time,
very cutting edge and the only place to have the supplies I needed. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank you Eric for being so prepared that you
keep said supplies on hand “just in case”, and for opening your clinic to see
us on your Saturday afternoon. Samantha asked if we were at another hospital,
and I told her it was better than a hospital.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Eric was more gentle, more thorough and more researched that the nurses
and docs at the hospital (though they were lovely) and it really did feel like
we were back at the ER.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So, let’s keep our fingers crossed the honey
does the trick and once again, thanks to all the people helping us out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s amazing how supportive the community is
when you need it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cornell Moms’ have
offered assistance, friends going out of there way, Nadine, Jenny, mom and dad, strangers going out of their
way, thank goodness for Community, our heros making a nasty situation a little bit
sweet.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: #4f81bd; font-family: Cambria;">Medicine for the Mind</span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <br />
How to beat the Blues, stay focused and keep your mind sharp at any age.<o:p></o:p></span></strong></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Does our
brain really shrink when we’re pregnant?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Is it an inevitable sign of aging that we get cloudy thinking and memory
loss?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If your grandmother had
Alzheimer’s disease does that mean you’re most likely going to get it too?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is it normal to feel sad and anxious on a
fairly regular basis?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The good
news is that with proper nutrition and supplementation most, if not all of our
brains ‘hiccups’ can be corrected.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">1.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Regulate Blood sugar Levels<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Hypoglycemia can cause aggression, brain fog, lower intelligence and
decreased concentration.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Worse of all,
almost everyone one of us, especially our children start the day in just this
state.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sugary cereals, toast and jam and
coffee, are all stimulants that give us an initial boost followed by a crash.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The Solution: Chose complex
carbohydrates and balance every meal with protein and fat</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Complex carbohydrate release glucose in a slower rate than processed
sugary carbs but even they turn into glucose fairly quickly in your blood
stream; so, add almond butter to your whole grain toast instead of jam, oatmeal
with nuts and seeds or eggs instead of are all great ways to start the
day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Skip store bought fruit juice as it’s
full of sugars, both natural and not, and consider juicing your own vegetables
and fruits. *</span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">2.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Lubricate the gears<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Low brain fat levels are associated with depression, dyslexia, distractibility,
ADD, fatigue, schizophrenia, memory problems and even emotional
instability.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>60% of the dry weight of
the brain is fat, and in our fat phobic society, the chances that you’re
getting all you need without proper supplementation are slim to none.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Fact is, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">your
brain really does shrink </b>when you’re pregnant, at least, if you’re fat
deficient.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The baby will take what it
needs from where ever it can get it, so shrinking your brain to get the fats it
needs to build its own neuronal connections.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The Solution:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> Eat nuts and seeds, supplement with
a good quality fish oil and stop being so afraid of fats.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Unfortunately, due to our current state of
ocean affairs, you will be unable to obtain sufficient quantities of fish oil
from diet alone – there’s just too much contamination to make it safe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Phospholipids are our intelligence fats,
used for both structure and function and this is what’s most likely robbed from
moms’ minds by their babes. Ever notice that wild animals eat the brains and
organs of their pray?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That’s the best
place to get these vital fats, but if organ eating turns your stomach, consider
adding lecithin granules to your diet, eggs, or a supplement with brain
friendly phospholipids such as phosphotidylchoine, serine and or DMAE.</span></span></div>
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</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Protein <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">is</i> Brain Power<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Lack of motivation, anxiety, depression, inability to relax, poor memory
and concentration are all associated with amino acid deficiency.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Amino acids make up neurotransmitters, the
signals used to allow the brain to ‘talk’ to itself and the rest of the body.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Depression and anxiety are never caused by a Prozac deficiency, but they
may be due to a serotonin or GABA one.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A
nick name for ADD is adrenaline deficiency disorder, as many kids with this
affliction have been shown to have low levels of adrenaline and / or dopamine
in the frontal cortex of the brain.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The Solutions:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> Eat a wide variety of proteins to
ensure you’re getting all the essential amino acids, and make sure you’re
getting enough.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The average person needs
a minimum of 50g of protein a day, that equivalent to 5 eggs, or 9 cups of
brown rice at a minimum.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A typical day
for a man might be 1 egg for breakfast (10g), a 200 g salmon steak for lunch
(40g) and a serving of beans with dinner (20g).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>A vegetarian might have a small tub of yogurt and a heaping tablespoon
of seeds on an oat based cereal (20g), with 1 cup quinoa (20g) with vegetables
for lunch and beans and rice for dinner (20g).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">4.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Minimize the Metals<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Mercury exposure caused the mad hatter in Alice in wonderland to go
crazy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even low levels of heavy metals
such as lead, mercury, cadmium, copper and aluminum can affect concentration,
IQ, mood, cause aggressive outbursts, fussiness about food, headaches, sinus
problems, confusion, anxiety, insomnia and other neurological problems. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The solution: </span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Ensure adequate mineralization to
block the binding of metals and consider having a hair mineral analysis to see
your body’s mineral status and how good it is at detoxifying. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">5.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Avoid Brain Pollutants –Alcohol, Oxidants
and Stress<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Alcohol</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> consumed at higher levels than your liver can
detoxify cause harm to your brain.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It dissolves
those oh so pressure fats, specifically DHA and replaces it with a poor
substitute, DPA.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Furthermore, it blocks
the conversion of fat to prostaglandins, hormone like substances that are
involved in numerous functions from regulating blood pressure to
neurotransmitter production.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It also
causes leeching of many vitamins including your B’s, probably why you get that
hangover. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Oxidants</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> are the equivalent to rust in your
system.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They damage DNA, fats,
mitochondria, speed up the aging process and impair function overall.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Fried foods, smoking and pollution are f 3 of
the body’s main oxidants.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Stress:</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Parts
of your brain cells actually shrivel up when exposed to high levels of stress
hormone leading to decreased memory and learning ability.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The Solution:</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Once you notice your gait getting wobbly and speech slurring from
alcohol, back off, your liver has reached its capacity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Increase levels of antioxidants such as dark
berries and fruits and consider an antioxidant if you’re over the age of
40.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Watch out for fried food and ensure
adequate nutrition to help the body detoxify and most importantly of all, find
ways to de-stress.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">6.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";">
</span></span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Brain Nutrients<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">a.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">B Vitamins</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">: help
turn glucose into fuel for the brain, improve memory, help you deal with stress,
regulate hormones, curb depression and are necessary in the methylation
process, which plays a vital role in genetic expression, neurotransmitter formation,
memory and detoxification.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">b.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Vitamin C</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">:
Balances neurotransmitters, reduced depression and schizophrenia symptoms, aids
memory, supports the immune system and is a weak heavy metal chelator.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">c.</span><span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 7pt/normal "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Maximize minerals: <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Calcium and Magnesium</i></span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> deficiency can lead to nervousness,
irritability, aggression, insomnia, addiction and depression.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Zinc</i></b> followed by magnesium are the
two most depleted nutrients in people today, due to increased need, low intake
and poor absorption.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Zinc deficiency is
associated with depression, anxiety, anorexia, delinquency, hyperactivity and
autism.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Poor mineralization decreases
the body’s ability to detoxify successfully increasing body burden of heavy
metals and neurotoxins.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This combination
of low minerals and high toxins can cause havoc to numerous body function but
definitely compromising intellectual performance and emotional stability.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Listen to your body and trust in the
healing power within, when given the right tool your body will enable you to
live beyond what is ‘normal’ now.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">By Dr. Debbie Smrz<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">As well as being clinic director and
Naturopathic doctor at NatLiving, Dr. Debbie teaching optimum nutrition for the
mind at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">*We love
juicing so much we’ve started selling juicers right here.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Call us to find out more. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-20285941645050561852012-12-07T05:54:00.000-08:002012-12-07T05:54:31.886-08:00The Hangover
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">One of our suppliers came in yesterday promoting ‘over
indulgence’ cures for the holiday season, comical, but fitting so we thought we’d
share.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Hangovers are caused by the depletion of vitamins (mainly
the B’s) and dehydration – so every time you pee when drinking, you’re creating
a double whammy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not peeing isn’t the
answer, but what is, is taking a multi B vitamin before and after the party, as
well as matching your indulgence of choice with good old plain water.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Homeopathic remedies such as Nux vomica
(Pascoe and Heel both have combinations) can also do wonders. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Happy partying,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Yours at Natliving<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-52625272511896934072012-11-18T14:18:00.001-08:002012-11-18T14:22:06.544-08:00Flu Vaccination - Is it worth it?<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">As some of you may
know, naturopathic doctors recently received prescribing rights in
Ontario.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>BC Naturopaths have been prescribing
for over 1 year now and have access to almost all prescription medication.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We have yet to see what this will mean for
Ontario NDs – BUT – I spend last week being retaught Pharmacology by 2
pharmacists from BC in preparation for what is to come.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some of what was taught surprised me to such
an extent I feel compelled to share it with you, so expect the next few blogs
to be from that course.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The first surprise I
got was that these PHARMACISTS felt that the FLU SHOT was a </span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">waste of time</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> and money.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We examined
literature from the Cochrane library, the medical community’s number one go to
for literature reviews <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>to come to this
conclusion.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So, let’s look at the numbers
together and make a conclusion.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">The
likelihood of getting the flu each year is about 5 % in adults (1-10%)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">The
flu vaccination will decrease your chance of getting the flu for adults by 60 -
75%, depending on the study you read.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">This
means if you get the vaccination, your risk of getting the flu will decrease
from 5% to 1% at best. (CD001269*)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">22-25%of
people who get the vaccination will experience adverse effects, such as flu
like symptoms and headaches.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">In
patients with asthma there was shown to be no reduction in exacerbations caused
by influenza.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">In
patients with COPD there WAS a slight reduction in exacerbation. CD002733<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">There was no benefit for children
under the age of 2 (</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">CD 004879)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">In
elderly, some benefits was shown but results are of poor quality and there is
no guidance regarding safety, efficacy or effectiveness for people over the age
of 65.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">To
summarize, you have a 95% chance of not getting influenza this winter without
getting the flu vaccination, getting the vaccine will change this to 96% of not
getting the flu - you decide.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p> </o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">So the data is
supporting what we at Natliving believed all along, live a healthy lifestyle
and <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>boost your immune system naturally
if necessary.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Thanks for reading,<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Dr. Debbie Smrz and
the Natlving team<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">* references the study in the Cochrane
Library</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-35726517063855943742012-04-18T13:13:00.001-07:002012-04-18T13:14:57.598-07:00The Skinny on FatsWe’re seeing it everywhere; peanut butter, breakfast cereals, heck, even granola bars are now being fortified with omega 3’s, because yes, they are THAT important for you. Heart disease, inflammation, diabetes, ADD, depression, neurodegenerative diseases (MS, Parkinson’s etc.) IQ, and skin diseases like eczema have been helped with the right combination of Omega 3 fatty acids. But are all omega 3’s created equal?<br />
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Readily available (and cheaper) plant sources of omega 3 (such as Flax and Hemp seed oils) need to be converted by the body into the usable forms- EPA and DHA. The sad truth is that our bodies have a hard time converting the plant-source omega 3 (ALA) into EPA and DHA. This cheaper and tastier ALA form is unfortunately what is being used to fortify your favourite cereal. Fish oils on the other hand, require no conversion whatsoever. They enter our bodies as EPA and DHA, the usable forms of omega 3.<br />
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So it seems that fish oil is the best choice for omega 3, but beware, as not all fish oils are created equal! We looked at a number of different criteria before choosing the right fish oils for our clinic and patients.<br />
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<strong>Type of Fish and Contaminants.</strong> <br />
Another sad fact is that fish today are highly polluted with mercury, arsenic, lead, cadmium, PCB’s and Dioxins. Professional line essential fatty acids are regularly tested and a ‘safe’ level mandated by government of 0.1ppm (parts per million) for most metals – 2.0 pg for Dioxin. Some companies go far beyond this, having less than 1/10 the acceptable levels, virtually undetectable. The safest and least toxic fish are the smallest ones such as anchovies and sardines.<br />
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<strong>Extraction Process. </strong>There are essentially two ways of extracting the oils out of fish: Supercritical CO2 (carbon dioxide) extraction or Steam/Heat distillation (the most common form). Studies have demonstrated that Supercritical CO2 extraction produces less contaminants and higher-quality fish oils as it is spared the damaging oxidizing effects of heat stress.<strong> </strong><br />
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<strong>Pill size.</strong> You typically need a good 1000mg of fish oil for efficacy. Depending on concentration, that can equate to a massive ‘horse’ pill. What about liquid you ask? Fish oil oxidizes so quickly when exposed to the air that as you near the end of your months’ supply of liquid fish oil (even if has been stored in the fridge or freezer) chances are it could be doing more harm than good. Sigh*, I know, I loved the liquid too…<br />
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<strong>Concentration. </strong>Unless you’re under 2 years old, EPA is the most beneficial form for your body and brain. I hear a collective gasp – DHA has gotten all the publicity for brain health and EPA for inflammation. I know, intuitively it would seem so as structurally, the brain is more DHA, but research shows that for therapeutic effect, EPA wins out, click on the research links below for more information.<br />
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A ration of 2:1 (EPA:DHA) is most beneficial for cholesterol, pregnancy and lactation, neurodegenerative disorders like parkinsons, Huntigton’s, Alzheimer’s, MS and ALS.<br />
While a ratio closer to 7:1 (EPA: DHA) is most beneficial for inflammation, depression, ADD, concentration, cardiovascular disease and memory.<br />
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Armed with this information, Naturopathic Living now carries 2 types of fish oils: all encapsulated (but in relatively small capsules), stored at room temperature, and both of the highest quality with a 2:1 and a 6.5:1 EPA:DHA ratio respectively. <br />
Our children’s chewable fish oil has already been a tremendous success with all of our little patients!<br />
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contact Naturoapthic Living at 905-604-2491 or go to our website <a href="http://www.natliving.ca/">www.natliving.ca</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-20052642430978003912011-11-26T03:49:00.000-08:002011-11-26T03:49:42.201-08:00Announcing Naturopathic Living - come check it out!<span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Announcing the opening of Naturopathic Living Medical Solution; a family focused, primary care clinic located in historical downtown Unionville!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Naturopathic Living is a family health clinic specializing in women and men’s health, fertility, pediatrics and oncology.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We are one of 10 clinic in Canada with a certified Naturopathic oncologist, making Naturopathic Living a cancer centre of excellence, right here in Markham!<o:p></o:p></span></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">Naturopathic Living is committed to be lifelong health partners with the families of our community by providing superior, compassionate and individualized Naturopathic, and complementary medical solutions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our focused is on the well-being, prevention, treatment of acute and chronic diseases, for the achievement of optimal health<o:p></o:p></span></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">With over 25 years combined experience, our integrative team of practitioners will take the time to truly listen to your health concerns and work <em>with you to develop a plan that suits your lifestyle. </em></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">We provide cutting edge diagnostics and assessment such as dark field microscopy, full laboratory services including food sensitivity and hormone testing, intravenous therapy, biopuncture, and facial rejuvenation. We are also in the process of acquiring massage therapy, psychotherapy, osteopathic therapy and nutritional counselling.<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><br />
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139 Main St. # 204<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;">905-604-2491</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><a href="http://www.natliving.ca/"><span style="font-family: "Cambria","serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-theme-font: major-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: major-latin;"><span style="color: blue;">www.natliving.ca</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-10148521763248556782011-11-26T03:39:00.000-08:002011-11-26T03:39:19.242-08:00Once again - acupuncture proves useful for cancer patients<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">New Study Claims that Acupuncture Can prevent Radiation Symptoms<o:p></o:p></span></b> <br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">According to new research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, acupuncture has been claimed to prevent radiation-induced chronic dry mouth. Though there have already been studies validating the claims of acupuncture and cancer patient recovery, this is just another step in the right direction to fully support the effects of acupuncture and alternative therapies, alike.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Researchers claim that, when given as a complement to radiation therapy for head and neck cancer, acupuncture has shown for the first time to reduce the effect of chronic dry mouth. This form of dry mouth is called </span><a href="http://www.uic.edu/classes/peri/peri343/xerost/xerost1.htm"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">xerostomia</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> and is severe and debilitating to patients. It impairs the quality of life, which is already at stake, by making it hard to eat, sleep, and speak. The lack of saliva and mucous also allows for an increase in oral infections.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Though there have been past treatments for this condition, they have had a limited effect. That is why these findings are so vital to the cancer-treatment community.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The study has produced the first randomized controlled trial of acupuncture for the prevention of xerostomia. There have been studies in the past regarding the benefits of acupuncture after it develops, but not to just prevent it.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The study conducted at the </span><a href="http://www.shca.org.cn/eng/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Cente</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">r, showed that patients treated with acupuncture and radiation showed positive changes as early as three weeks. Within one month of treatment, the acupuncture group had low xerostomia numbers and increased saliva volumes. This study was long-term, and produced positives conclusions for up to six months.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Many of the researchers, thrilled with the findings, are now conducting studies to see the effects of acupuncture on other cancer-treatment symptoms. There have been many anecdotal claims by cancer patients of the effects, but the proof of science will set it mainstream. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Though this is just one example of the benefits of a natural therapy, acupuncture has been used by patients with any form of </span><a href="http://www.mesotheliomaprognosis.org/mesothelioma-prognosis"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">cancer prognosis</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">. This study is not limited to just head and neck cancer. Patients suffering from aggressive and painful cancers like, </span><a href="http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/non-hodgkins-lymphoma/DS00350"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">non-hodgkin’s</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> lymphoma or </span><a href="http://www.mesotheliomaprognosis.org/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">mesothelioma</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">, swear by the effects of acupuncture.<o:p></o:p></span></div><br />
by guest blogger Allison Brooks<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Reference: </span><a href="http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/11/111110130108.htm"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/11/111110130108.htm</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-23331509030741421482011-05-09T09:54:00.000-07:002011-05-09T09:54:48.261-07:00Chronic Pain – the cure might be simpler than you thought<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Aching, arthritic knees, pounding headaches, colic, reflux, fibromyalgia, back pain – the cure may be as simple as a glass of water.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>‘Dehydration pain’ </span><span lang="EN-CA" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">is <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">the</b> primary <strong>common </strong>factor and <strong>pain</strong>-producing problem in most adults.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Water is necessary to flush out toxic by-products of cellular metabolism.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>During times of water shortage, the nerve ending in regions short of water, sense the increased toxicity and sound the alarm, forcing you to stop doing what you are doing to in order to decrease the metabolic waste.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">Beginning at the age of 20, our levels of intracellular water begin to decrease, specifically in the mitochondria, our energy producing powerhouse found in every cell within the body which produces the most metabolic waste.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lack of water leading to increased levels of toxins within the cell then causes enzymatic dysfunction and decreased fluidity of the membrane.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This may create a vicious cycle whereas water and toxin exchange becomes even more difficult.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not all water is created equal, and changes in ion levels may have created an environment which is hydrophobic (water hating).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In this case working on pH rebalancing and toxic flushing is key in restoring water balance.<o:p></o:p></span></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">Our nation’s affection for coffee, tea, alcohol and soda pop not only cause dehydration, but replace water as our drink of choice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>75% of North Americans are chronically dehydration, and dehydration is relatively asymptomatic, with dry mouth being a late stage symptom, whereas pain may actually be your first sign. So next time pain comes calling, reach for the water jug instead of the Tylenol, your body is trying to tell you something if you would only listen.<o:p></o:p></span></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">To learn more about the healing properties of water, click here</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/health-facts/determinants-of-health/water/">http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/health-facts/determinants-of-health/water/</a></span><br />
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</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-42275191537819665332011-03-21T11:30:00.001-07:002011-03-21T11:30:29.573-07:00Men Winning the Weight Loss Race<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">As women, we pride ourselves on our multi tasking abilities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Working, keeping the home, raising the kids – we do it all, or at least feel we do.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Little wonder that I find men are usually able to drop those extra pounds faster than women, and ladies, it’s not just because they have extra lean muscle mass, they have, in general, the focus.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">How many times have I heard a lady say “My husband couldn’t multi task to save his life, he can only focus on one thing at a time, but by god, when he focuses, results happen.”<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So my question to you, are you focusing?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Do yo really want to achieve your weight loss goals, because quite frankly, if it’s number 10 on your list of priorities, or even # 1 but being treated with no more determination than trying to remember to groom the dog, then the road will be a slow and frustrating one.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The key to weight loss is not simply calories and exercise, the key is programming your mind for success, staying focused and avoiding self sabotage.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">I find mindless eating one of the number one calorie killers, because one is bored, tired, and just isn’t paying attention to what they’re doing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That ‘roaming the kitchen’ is the worst kind of sabotage!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Creating realistic, powerful goals and affirmations and keeping them in front of you and ‘on your mind’ has proven itself countless times. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Affirmations are more powerful than you can imagine, but their influence relies on repetition and belief.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Throw in a few visualizations and focus, and your results will astound you.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">A group of Soviet Sports scientist conducted a study in which elite athletes were divided into 4 groups.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Group 1: 100% physical training<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Group 2: 75% physical training at 25% mental training<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Group 3: 50% physical training and 50 % mental training<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Group 4 25% physical training and 75 % mental training<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The results showed that the greatest improvements were seen in Group 4, followed by Group 3, then 2 and finally group 1, even though this group had the most physical training.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So write those affirmations, reprogram your subconscious mind, stay focused (like a man) and watch those pounds melt away.<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Debbie Smrz, BSc, ND<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">www.drdebbie.ca<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"> </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-24220606880123047792010-12-24T09:56:00.001-08:002011-01-01T17:16:03.023-08:00Clinic News and Season's GreetingSeason’s Greetings and here’s to a joyful and prosperous new year to all.<br />
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I wanted to take this opportunity to pass on my warmest wishes and sincere gratitude for making me a part of your life during 2010. May 2011 bring you all the joy and happiness you deserve.<br />
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What’s new for 2011<br />
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<strong>Darkfield Microscope</strong><br />
I am excited to announce that I have finally purchased my live cell microscope and will have it up and running for February! All it takes is a tiny drop of blood and together we can analyze your blood, noting possible nutrient deficiencies and disease states. Seeing your blood magnified 100X and projected onto a screen is a unique experience, described as ‘wild, amazing, and wow’ by most patients.<br />
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<strong>Increase in hours</strong><br />
Due to increasing patient load, I have increased my hours to:<br />
Tuesday: 2 – 8<br />
Wednesday: 9 – 5<br />
Friday: 9 – 3<br />
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Can’t make it into clinic? I have been doing house calls for select patients and foresee the demand growing in 2011. Phone consultations are another way to see the doc without coming into clinic.<br />
The cold and flu season has hit us with full force already this year. When you’re sick is the perfect time to come in for a visit – from stubborn coughs to getting over the cold quick, we can help.<br />
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<strong>Intravenous vitamins and minerals.</strong><br />
Our new and improved IV suite offers patients a very relaxing and peaceful environment to enjoy this safe yet powerful treatment. As well as cancer treatment, we have had great success supporting the body’s immune system in acute illness, colds and flus, autoimmune disorders, treating fatigue, pain and anxiety.<br />
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<strong>Inhaled glutathione</strong>. Our nebulizer is working wonderfully to deal with stubborn coughs and chronic lung infections, results seen in 2-3 sessions.<br />
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<strong>Biopuncture.</strong> <br />
biopuncture is a proven pain reduction method. In biopuncture, small amounts of homeopathic substances are injected into and around painful areas and the correlating spinal segments. Significant benefits usually achieved within 4 treatments.<br />
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Complementary visits and referrals. I welcome new patients and appreciate referrals from family and friends. As always, I offer a 15 minute ‘meet the doctor’ where naturopathic medicine is explained and we can determine how I can help and if this is the best route.<br />
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Social media – Follow my blog at <a href="http://markhamnaturopath.blogspot.com/">http://markhamnaturopath.blogspot.com/</a><br />
My website: <a href="http://www.drdebbie.ca/">http://www.drdebbie.ca/</a><br />
My facebook page: I-Living, Naturopathic Medicine<br />
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To officially launch my darkfield microscope, I am offering initial readings at only $47, (regular $94 without an appointment). Bring the coupon below to get your reading at this reduced rate. You don’t already need to be a patient so feel free to photocopy and pass on to your friends and family.<br />
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">50% off</span></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Present this coupon to receive a Live Cell Analysis Reading at$42, (over 50% off) </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Dr. Debbie Smrz, BSc, ND<span style="mso-tab-count: 4;"> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Naturopathic Foundations</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Markham, Ontario</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">905-940-2727</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 4;"><a href="http://www.drdebbie.ca/">http://www.drdebbie.ca/</a></span></span></span><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 4;"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">50% Off</span></b></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Valid Feb 1 – March 31, 2011</span></span></b><span style="font-size: 20pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></div><br />
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Yours in good health,<br />
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Debbie<br />
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<a href="http://www.drdebbie.ca/">http://www.drdebbie.ca/</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00738453558531183738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1919050332100476769.post-3080746404340823572010-11-10T11:22:00.000-08:002010-11-10T11:25:34.856-08:00Silent MeditationAs our 2010 Yoga retreat draws near, I can't help but remember back to my 10 day meditation retreat in Thailand. <span lang="EN-US">Although ages ago, the lessons learned are well remembered.</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Arial", "sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"></span><br />
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Here is a copy of my travel journal at the time. To read more about our 6 month adventure click here .<a href="http://www.travelpod.com/travel-blog/pauldebbiesmrz/south_east_asia/tpod.html">South East Asia travel log</a><br />
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Silence. It can produce wonderful feelings of peace and serenity, or drive a rational person to insanity. Not speaking for 10 days I believed would be the hardest part of the 10-day meditation retreat - I was wrong.<br />
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THE REASONING<br />
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What caused me to wake up in <a class="text-enhance" href="http://www.travelpod.com/travel-blog-city/Thailand/Ko%20Lanta/tpod.html" id="south_east_asia/1046615400/geo/303905" jquery1289416367517="3"><span style="color: #c98000;">Ko Lanta</span></a>, the morning before the retreat started and suddenly make the decision that I should travel 4 hours to Suan Mokkh Monastery in Chiaya to attend a 10 day meditation retreat?<br />
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The idea had been planted many months before, in Laos by a German fellow, Dieter. He was on Ko Pha-Ngan to partake in the infamous Full Moon Party when he saw a poster for a meditation retreat. Having already attended 7 parties, he thought he'd check out the retreat that month for a gag. Many years and four retreats later, he said it had changed his life. Our neighbour in <a class="text-enhance" href="http://www.travelpod.com/travel-blog-city/Thailand/Ko%20Lanta/tpod.html" id="south_east_asia/1046615400/geo/303905" jquery1289416367517="15"><span style="color: #c98000;">Ko Lanta</span></a> had also mentioned a retreat in Chiaya, just show up on the last day of the month in time to register and you're in. Even then I had no intention of going, we were on our way to Ko Lipe and then Malaysia, but sudden plan changes had us heading north to Ko Pha-ngan for 3 weeks so that we'd be there for the Full Moon Party. Three weeks! In one place!! I'd go mad, or so I thought. So a snap decision was made. Paul and I parted ways in Surat Thani, he rushed off to catch the ferry to the Island, while I scoured the street in search of transport to Chiaya.<br />
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One other influencing factor was a book we picked up by Buddhadasa Bhikkhu. After Myanmar, we became somewhat disenchanted with Buddhism. Before coming to South East Asia I held romantic notions of Buddhism in my head; you create your own destiny, at one with nature, doing no evil, peace and serenity, what a wonderful way of life! But then Burma changed all that. In Burma, I saw people giving ALL their money away, children going shoeless, without an education, all so that their parents could give all their money away to get merit, so that next life would be better. At the Monasteries the donation bins were marked "FAME", "WEALTH", "BEAUTY" - yup, carnival style, give your money and merit will be yours. Terrible! But then this book changed that. It removed the ceremonies and rituals that were bastardizing Buddhism and went back to the basics, as Buddha taught. When I found out that Biddukasa Bikkus, the most famous and respected monk in Thailand was the one who founded this particular Monastery that I would attend, and it was his interpretation of the Dhamma that we would learn, I was intrigued.<br />
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Suan Monk Monastery - http://www.suanmokkh.org <br />
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DAY 0 - THE RULES<br />
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What did I get myself into?? As I, along with about 80 other women were guided around the premises I kept thinking to myself - thank god Paul isn't here, he'd have left already. No talking, last meal is at noon, sleeping on concrete with only a thin blanket, a wooden pillow (!), vegetarian meals, men and women separated at all times, wake up at 4:00 AM (!), lights out at 10:00 PM, 'showering' outside with a bucket while wearing a sarong, no reading, no writing, and almost 7 hours of meditation a day! Worse, although I didn't get there late, everyone else got there early, and there were no rooms left - I'd be stuck sleeping above the cafeteria. Perhaps this wasn't such a good idea after all.<br />
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The abbot, Ajahn Poh, led us through a short meditation and welcome, and then sudden at 7:00 PM they announced, "And no more speaking until 7:30 AM on day 11." Day 11!? I thought this was for 10 days, and today's not even day 1 yet. But then, as I left the meditation hall a funny feeling came over me, a feeling of, was it relief? Suddenly, I didn't have to make eye contact with the 186 people present, I didn't have to smile, say bless you or excuse me. I could just focus on me.<br />
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THE SCHEDULE, Day 1 - 8<br />
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04:00 Rise & Shine<br />
04:30 Reading<br />
04:45 Sitting meditation<br />
05:15 Yoga / Exercise<br />
07:00 Sitting meditation<br />
08:00 Breakfast & Chores<br />
10:00 Dhamma Talk<br />
11:00 Walking or Standing meditation<br />
11:30 Sitting meditation<br />
12:00 Walking or Standing meditation<br />
12:30 Lunch & Chores<br />
14:30 Meditation Instruction & Sitting<br />
15:30 Walking or Standing meditation<br />
16:15 Sitting meditation<br />
17:00 Chanting & Loving Kindness Meditation<br />
18:00 Tea & Hot spring<br />
19:30 Dhamma Talk<br />
20:00 Walking or Standing or Sitting meditation<br />
21:00 Bedtime <br />
22:00 LIGHTS OUT<br />
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So, this was to be my life for the next 10 days. You are supposed to be mindfully aware at all times, and even when not in meditation, stay in a meditative state. What this means is keeping your mind free from thought. Buddhism is about living in the present - try it and good luck. As soon as you start, you begin to think, I can do this, its not so hard. I remember the time when....there you go, living in the past. Okay, start again, clear my mind. Breath in, breath out, not so bad. When I get out of this retreat I'm going to teach everyone how great it is to.....there you go again, living in the future. Instead, enjoy the wind in your hair, the sound of the birds in the trees, the lizards in the bush, focus on your breath, your step, your food, how happy we would be if we could. Day 1 to day 4 were great. I achieved a nice level of relaxation during the meditation sessions, focused on my food, walking, brushing my teeth, I was a good little pupil. On day 3, I was finall given a chore, watering plants, so all was well. <br />
But then half way through day 4 my mind just wouldn't stop. Chatter, chatter chatter all day. Even during the meditation sessions it talked away. <br />
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THE BEST OF MONASTARY LIFE<br />
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So, what kept me from packing my bags and heading home like over half of the people who originally registered, agreeing in their private welcome interview not to leave until the end? <br />
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The hot spring was like a little peace of heaven. The geckos would be singing for me as I slipped into the steaming water and butterflies would put on a performances in the sky. We created a spa for ourselves and plastered our bodies with the hot mud, divine.<br />
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The chanting was a hoot as well. The Chanting monk missed his calling as a comic, and was always good for a smile; also, chanting was really fun! Relaxing, beautiful, inspiring, and fun. We chanted in Pali, the language Buddha wrote in. I'll teach you some if you're interested.<br />
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Yoga at dawn, with the sun slowly rising as you complete your sun salutations is magical, this I will take home with me and treasure always.<br />
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Meditation truly does leave you feeling wonderful afterwards. Although I had never done it before, nor shown interest in it (what was I doing there again? To tell you the truth, I did have to remind myself why quite a few times) it really is something we should all try to bring into our lives. It makes you stronger. <br />
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The Buddhist teaching were inspirational, what a fabulous life style. Our teachers were also wonderful.<br />
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Mainly though, I kept going on pure will power. I had signed up for this crazy retreat, and I almost never quit endeavors I start. I can't fail. I would tell myself on day 6, tomorrow, you can tell your self that it's day 8 - this thought pattern kept me going. I couldn't think, tomorrow is day 7, that would still be much to far away from day 10.<br />
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THE HARDEST PART <br />
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Quieting the mind, and the body! Us untrained Westerners just simply can't sit still for hours at a time, on the hard floor with only a little cushion for comfort. My back ached, my legs screamed. I looked jealously at the people who could sit cross legged and look comfortable for more than 10 minutes as I faked comfort myself, and those people in the lotus position - they just SUCK!<br />
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(Note: As hard as this is for all you who know me well to believe, quieting the mouth was never a problem).<br />
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The room above the cafeteria housed 16 of us - 4 of us stayed till the end. Watching my roommates silently pack their bags and leave left me feeling doubtful. Maybe I should just pack up too.<br />
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The heat! After 9:00 AM the sweating would begin, yes, even when I was just sitting there doing nothing...I mean meditating. Seasoned mediators claimed (after we were allowed to talk again of course) that many a session they too faked it, the heat was just too much even for them! <br />
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I had thought not eating after lunch would be hard, such a long day with such little food. But this was never problem, who would have thought?<br />
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DAY 9 - THE HARDEST, BUT ENDED UP THE BEST<br />
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They didn't tell us until day 8 that day 9 would be different. On this day, no lessons, no teaching - all meditation all day, oh, and did we mention no eating after breakfast? I was dreading it. A forced 24 hour fast, and I can't even sit for 15 minutes anymore it hurts so much, forget about meditation all day!<br />
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I had been able to get quite relaxed during meditation from Day 1 - 4, and even had had some 'nimitta' (visual images), but since day 4, nothing. I would sit and force myself not to move until the bell sounded. Focusing on 'letting go' of the pain in my back, or my leg. But on day 9 I told myself to relax, more if I needed to, and that since it was all day meditation, there wouldn't be a bell after 30 minutes, so there was nothing to wait for. Not to tight, not too loose, as our Yoga instructor would say.<br />
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I sat down, got relaxed and had a wonderful time sitting there, I felt a feeling of great joy and happiness come over me during the time I was meditation, and even after I stopped it was still there. I couldn't stop smiling. I was surprised at how few people were still sitting around me when I opened my eyes, I'ld been there what, maybe 35 minutes? I snuck to the front to check the clock, I had been there for over 1 hour and 20 minutes!! Wow! I couldn't stop grinning. So that was my one really amazing meditation experience, where I feel that I experience a bit of the 'pita and sukha' (satisfaction and joy) that people talk about that makes them addicted to meditation. <br />
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THE END<br />
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So, I made it to the finale, and am so glad I stayed right to the bitter end. On day 10 an 'open mike' session allowed people to go up and speak about their revelations through meditation, it was quite interesting and inspirational.<br />
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Leaving the retreat and entering the real world was more of a shock than I thought it would be. I had been warned that I would be sensitive when I 'got out' but wow. People talking all the time about nothing, traffic noises, hostility and fear in strangers faces, actions, suddenly you notice everything.<br />
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All in all, it was a wonderful experience and I'm glad I did it. I learned a lot during my 11 days at Suan Mokkh. I learned about life in general, about myself, about Buddhism, spirituality, about Thais, Yoga, meditation, love and compassion and Dhamma - the law of nature.<br />
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If there is one lesson I will strive the hardest to remember, and wish to pass on to all of you is this: live in the present. The past is over and the future is yet to come.<br />
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