Showing posts with label natural healing. Show all posts
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Liquorice Root @ Cher's Spot

Liquorice Root @ Cher's Spot

Liquorice Root
Liquorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra, is a purple and white flowering perennial, native of the Mediterranean region and central and southwest Asia. It is cultivated for the sweet taproot that grows to a depth of four feet (1.2 m).At all times, liquorice was used less as a spice than as a medicine.
Its use against the diseases of the upper respiratory tract dates back to ancient Egypt. The main part of the plant used in medicine is the root.
This root is a gentle relaxant, soothing to mucous irritations, and most like its sweet taste and it masks the sharpness / pungency / taste of other remedies. Ayurevda recommends the root as beneficial in the treatment of coughs, colds, and other bronchial irritations.
The root may be chewed as throat lozenges; or prepared as infusions by removing the outer bark and boiling for several minutes, to relieve hoarseness and coughs.
It is popular among singers as a lozenge. Liquorice is a good overall help/cure for the common cough/cold, give it a try its cheaper than a cold medicine and hasn't any side effects.


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Saturday, February 20, 2010

Natural Cures: MIGRAINES!!!

Suffering from migraines???????

There are an assortment of very effective herbs that can be used to help alleviate those stubborn and painful migraines.
One such is lavender, it works as a sedative, with an antispasmodic effect.
Drink a mix of lavender flower and vervain ( 30 g herb to 500 ml water) in half cup doses.
Dilute 10 drops of lavender oil into 25 ml carrier oil and massage into the temples at the first sign of the symptoms. Then drink the mix of the lavender flower and vervain after the massage.

This will take away that nasty migraine with no harm full or addictive medication. You always must use precautions when taking herbs and mixes.

Know your allergys because you could be allergic, and if pregnant, don't use in high doses.
Have a great migraine free day!

Friday, September 11, 2009

Natural Remedies by Cher- Relieve Stress and Calm Anxiety

RELIEVE STRESS AND CALM ANXIETY--(Herbal Remedies)
I don't think there is one adult, or maybe even student or child out there who hasn't suffered from stress or anxiety in one form or another. We all live fast paced lives and sometime the demands of being a mother/father, student or even a child feeling the stresses of life, can cause us problems. From neck pain to headaches to anxiety and panic attacks, lack of sleep etc...I probably could make a very long list, but that would just stress me out.... One of the best ways to reduce stress is with a proper breathing technique. Now I know most of you out there are saying, yeah, I've tried it , it doesn't work and I say you may be right, but I said the same thing until I did it right. It takes some self training and patience, but when done often it becomes second nature. The best breathing exercise is simply this , no matter where you are, you can do this. Breathe in for a count of 5, the breath should come deep from your abdominal area and fill your lungs in through your nose. Then hold for a count of five, 10 would be better, but make sure you don't pass out, then let it out slowly through your mouth. Repeat this as many times as you like, but don't hyperventalate (that is feel dizzy and can't catch your breath) Now when we are stressed we don't breathe right, our breaths become shorter and don't help us to relax. Also when the breaths are shorter your body isn't lacking oxygen at that time you are lacking carbon dioxide. So when you hold your breath, the more carbon dioxide your body is holding and this calms you down and relaxes you. You see, its not too hard and it can do wonders for your body and mind!

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Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Vitamin Deficiency-Cher's Spot

Vitamin Deficiency-Cher's Spot
Every cell in the body relies on a sufficient supply of vitamins to do its job. Vitamins perform many functions. They promote, blood formation and healthy skin, hair and vision wellness, they help to maintain nerves and muscles and they aid in the release of energy from foods. Recent research suggests that some vitamins can even help prevent certain disorders, such as cancer, cataracts, arthritis and heart disease. While most of you vitamins should come from your foods a vitamin supplement is never a bad thing. They can aid you with what you aren't getting out of your everyday eating habits. Cigarettes, coffee, alcohol and birth control pills all rob the body of essential vitamins. The first signs of a Vitamin Deficiency are fatigue, irritability and anxiety. Over time the immune system will weaken.

What you can do: While there is no substitute for a healthy diet of fruits, vegetables, grain and legumes. You can supplement your diet with the proper intake of vitamins.

To make things simple a good multivitamin is usually a good way to go, however if you are deficient in certain areas your doctor can recommend other supplements to take on top of your multivitamins.

Vitamin A promotes Healthy skin;heart----you can get this by eating 1 med carrot per day
Vit D : Bone formation-3 1/2 ox avocado
Vit E : Cell protection-1 tbsp wheat germ oil
Vit K : Blood coagulation-1/2 cup parsley

Vit B6: Strengthens nerves-2 large bananas
Vit B12: for red blood cells-3 1/2 oz of salmon
Vit C : for immune system, wound healing, cell protection-2 cups fresh raspberries
Folic Acid: for cell formation, fights heart disease, birth defects-2 cups asparagus
Niacin: for energy metabolism-5 oz chicken breast
Pantothenic Acid: for the central nervous system-10 cups skim milk
Riboflavin-fights fatigue-3 cups nonfat yogurt
Thiamin: Strengthens muscles, heart, nerves-5 oz. pork loin

There are many supplements out there that can aid you with vitamin intake, but please eat right that is your best and strongest fight to a healthy life. Don't forget to exercise!


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Monday, May 25, 2009

Chers Spot-Bladder infection cure!

The greatest bladder infection cure!
You can get it at a health food store or online from several different places.
It is a sugar that your body can't really digest so it goes directly into your urinary tract (Kidneys/bladder/the works) and the bacteria causing the UTI attaches itself to the sugar rather than your body and flushes the bacteria out the next time you urinate.
Some people have re-ccuring UTI's , but since since this cure, it is no longer a painful problem.

D-mannose will work for about 90% of bladder infections out there (because not all UTI's are caused by bacteria)so if you have a bladder infection, this will probably work for you.
It's helped many people and it can help you too.
D-mannose is about $10.00, and if you feel a bladder infection coming, just take one a day for a few days and that's it!
Google D-mannose for better information. You won't regret it!



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Friday, May 15, 2009

BAKING SODA CURES-by Cher

Baking Soda Cures

WARNING!
*** BAKING SODA CAN DEPLETE THE BODY OF ESSENTIAL VITAMINS AND MINERALS, ESPECIALLY B VITAMINS, FOLIC ACID AND CHROMIUM!


Uses/Relieves:* heartburn* acid indigestion* sour stomach* upset stomach due to these symptoms

Warnings:Do not use if you are on a sodium restricted diect unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

Do not administer to children under age 5.

STOMACH WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT TAKE UNTIL POWDER IS COMPLETELY DISSOLVED. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT NOT TO TAKE THIS PRODUCT WHEN OVERLY FULL FROM FOOD OR DRINK.Consult a doctor if severe stomach pain occurs after taking this product.
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks.
Directions:Add 1/2 teaspoon to 1/2 glass of water every 2 hours or as directed by physician.Dissolve completely in water.Accurately measure 1/2 teaspoon.
Do not take more than the following amounts in 24 hours:
Seven 1/2 teaspoonsThree 1/2 teaspoons if you are over 60 years
Do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks.
Other Information: Each 1/2 teaspoon contains 616mg sodium






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Monday, November 24, 2008

Natural Cures by Cher-Liquorice

Liquorice Root

Liquorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra, is a purple and white flowering perennial, native of the Mediterranean region and central and southwest Asia. It is cultivated
for the sweet taproot that grows to a depth of four feet (1.2 m).

At all times, liquorice was used less as a spice than as a medicine. Its use against the diseases of the upper respiratory tract dates back to ancient Egypt. The main part of the plant used in medicine is the root. This root is a gentle relaxant, soothing to mucous irritations, and most like its sweet taste and it masks the sharpness / pungency / taste of other remedies.
Ayurevda
recommends the root as beneficial in the treatment of coughs, colds, and other bronchial irritations. The root may be chewed as throat lozenges; or prepared as infusions by removing the outer bark and boiling for several minutes, to relieve hoarseness and coughs. It is popular among singers as a lozenge.


Liquorice is a good overall help/cure for the common cough/cold, give it a try its cheaper than a cold medicine and hasn't any side effects.




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Saturday, October 25, 2008

Natural Cures-by Cher-Precautions

Natural Cures by Cher
Precautions

Herbs can be powerful sources of medication. In fact, herbs are often the point of origin for many medications currently on the market.
The primary difference is that by using unprocessed herbs, you may be receiving an inconsistent level of the active ingredient from dosage to dosage, and/or from use to use.


Be aware that just as with synthetic drugs, herbal remedies may also have side effects, and used in combination with other natural and synthetic medications may have other or additional unintended effects.

There may be networked systems that allow pharmacists to check that drugs you are taking don't conflict, but there is no such system that tracks herbal usage, if you are self-medicating. If you toss herbal remedies into the mix and do not notify your medical professional, you may be entering a dangerous zone.


I will suggest that you keep a journal of what you are trying, the amounts and the effects it is having, and share it with your medical practitioner (Physician, Naturopath, Herbalist etc.) so that s/he can take that into account when prescribing a course of action.


Suggested data to track include:
date:
item taken: (internal/external)
amount:
reason:
noted results:


If you follow this, it may be easier for you to track what works for you and what doesn't.

Have a great day!


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Sunday, October 5, 2008

Natural Cures by Cher-Is the Doctor always right?

IS THE DOCTOR ALWAYS RIGHT?

I have been to the doctor on many occasions for various reasons, as most of us have.

I have had decent doctors and others who should just turn in their licence's.

It is always good to seek medical opinions before using a herbal remedy, I think in allot of occasions the best way to go is straight from the doctors office to a naturopath, chiropractor, acupuncturist , or sometimes, just a good massage therapist.

I will give an example of just such an occasion for me:

I was off to work one morning, stepped out the front door and slipped right down the stairs.

Pain is a word which least described what I felt. I was hurt yes, but I figured I was probably just bruised. So I left it a couple of days, knowing I didn't break anything. The pain got worse and I was feeling horrible, crying in pain, and knowing I had to see a doctor I called to book an appointment.

Of course , my doctors office has a special type of rule, you can only book 2 days in advance and this doctor really shuns walk ins, so I called to book, no dice, I couldn't get in, would have to call back the next day to book for 2 days down the road. I was in pain!

I called the docs office straight through, and got the nurse who reluctantly let me come down that day.

Crying in the office, because I was in such pain, my daughter sitting beside me, I told the doctor of what happened , so he could understand the situation. He flat out told me, I couldn't be in as much pain as I was, crying was over the top according to him, and there was no way I could have injured myself in the manner of which I described. Then he wrote a prescription for pain killers and sent me on my way.

First off, the rudeness was uncalled for, he didn't diagnose me correctly and I left with a stupid script for pill of which I couldn't take anyway, and I had told him so, he ignored me.

I left there, went straight to a chiropractors office, and the doctor had my pain down to a minimum, told me of stretches I could do to help , and suggested I see a physio therapist as I had hurt the muscle and ligaments.

Within 3 days of seeing the chiropractor , my pain was totally gone and I was on my way to mending.

This experience was just one of many I've had with this doctor, I am not suggesting anyone not see a doctor first, but have the brains to know when something is just not right, and seek another opinion.

I hope all your days are pain free, and hassle free!





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Monday, September 29, 2008

Cher's Spot -Bladder Infection cure

The greatest bladder infection cure!
You can get it at a health food store or online from several different places.
It is a sugar that your body can't really digest so it goes directly into your urinary tract (Kidneys/bladder/the works) and the bacteria causing the UTI attaches itself to the sugar rather than your body and flushes the bacteria out the next time you urinate.
Some people have re-ccuring UTI's , but since since this cure, it is no longer a painful problem.

D-mannose will work for about 90% of bladder infections out there (because not all UTI's are caused by bacteria)so if you have a bladder infection, this will probably work for you.
It's helped many people and it can help you too.
D-mannose is about $10.00, and if you feel a bladder infection coming, just take one a day for a few days and that's it!
Google D-mannose for better information. You won't regret it!



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Sunday, September 14, 2008

Natural Cures-Comments by Cher

Hi ,
I just wanted to take this time to say a little something to anyone out there who may be reading my blog.
I hope to give you informative and accurate information to help you help yourself through what ever problems may be facing you.
Please if you have a question, comment, or even if you think I'm full of it, feel free to leave a comment, I look forward to some feedback good or bad.

Thank you in advance for reading my blog.
Cher




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Thursday, August 7, 2008

NATUAL CURES-BAKING SODA

NATURAL CURES-BAKING SODA
I have talked about baking soda as a great home remedy for heartburn, but there are so many other uses!

Baking soda, is a fungus eliminator!
Did you know that? Most people don't. You can use it for foot fungus, nail fungus, rinse your mouth with it for any kind of mouth fungus, such as thrush.

Use as a paste for sunburns, exzema, psoryisis, and other skin conditions.

It has many uses, but the absolute most amazing one ever!...............................
Go onto YouTube and look up Cancer is a fungus, there is a doctor using baking soda to rid people of cancer, because he believes Cancer is a fungus. He has a book out and he has already treated people with this non invasive, no chemo-therapy, cured within a short amount of time, bicarbonate soda treatment.....................ITS AMAZING! Check it out!

Something to think about!



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Saturday, July 26, 2008

NATURAL CURES-WRINKLES

As age old as the wrinkles themselves. Our face can tell the tale whether happy or sad about our life, it's literally written all over our face. Wrinkles, nobody likes them, well maybe some, but most don't. Women spend millions every year to find the best wrinkle defender cream out there. There's botox, collagen injections, face lifts and the list goes on and on.

I'm here to tell you that there are foods, everyday foods that can help combat wrinkles about as well as the most expensive creams on the market!

Believe me? I wouldn't, it sounds too simple, but actually it is just that simple. What do you think people did before all the chemicals and so called natural ingredients in these face creams.

Well here are some that are tried, tested and true!

First of all, you have to eat right......I know we've heard this a million times, but it's true you are what you eat, and your face shows it.

Skinless chicken, fish, beans and nuts..................Protein helps repair cells that have suffered free radical damage. When protein is digested, it breaks down into amino acids, the building block of cells. Having allot of amino acids in your body helps speed the repair and regeneration of the skin cells and collagen.

Olive Oil........................................Olive oil is full of oleic acid, which is one of the fatty acids that keep cell membranes fluid and makes skin supple. Olive oil also has small amounts of other essential fatty acids that fight inflammation. Also vitamin E and ply phenols, a class of antioxidants that protect the skin from damage.

Garlic...................Just plainly...........eat it! Its good for you all around and it helps the skin look young.

Salmon, mackerel, green tea, blueberries, black berries, raspberries, and strawberries are all jam packed with antioxidants and protect the skin from the damage that leads to wrinkles. Also Citrus fruits do the same.

Vegetables and beans.......................without repeating my self too much.....do wonders for the skin, when eaten.

Water.....................the most important..............drink plenty of water, it not only helps the body, but the skin as well. The fluid keeps the skin healthy.

Take vitamin E along with your multivitamin and again.......stay away from coffee and sugar..............they wreak havoc with your skin.

If you want the wrinkles gone, you have to fight for it, eat right, exercise daily and we will all look younger!

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Monday, July 14, 2008

Natural Cures-Ginseng

Natural Cures----Ginseng

I'm sure by now all of you out there, or at least most of you have heard about Ginseng. Mostly marketed as a memory enhancer. It does other good things as well, but how do we use it?
Ginseng is one of the most famous of the Chinese herbal remedies, and has been claimed to be a cure-all. It has increased in popularity in the western cultures quite recently, but most people aren't using it correctly.
First off, Ginseng is helpful for combating exhaustion and difficulties in concentrating. Ginseng tonic, is sometimes taken to boost the immune function and the herb also helps to speed recovery after an illness, and help to lift mood and help fight mild depression.

How to use it:
It comes in many forms, the purest being the plant or root itself, but you can buy it in caplets and pill form over the counter at just about any pharmacy. I do recommend that you look for the purest version, try a health food store.
There are 2 main varieties of ginseng, whit and red. Only the root is used for healing purposes. White ginseng is simply the peeled , dried, bleached root. The more costly red ginseng is gotten by treating the freshly harvested roots with steam, then drying them slowly in the sun.

Now you can make Ginseng Tea, Tonic, in a bath, as a nutritional supplement.
For the Tea:
Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 tsp. of grated ginseng. Steep for 10 min. then strain. The tea helps to sharpen concentration even in elderly people.

Tonic: Take 20-30 drops of ginseng tonic (sold in health-food stores) daily. It may prevent heart disease and can also raise low blood pressure.

Bath: Simply add grated ginseng root to your evening bath. Sit down deeply into the water and this will help you to relax after a long day, and sleep better than ever.

Nutritional Supplement: Save your money, use the root, grate it and add it to foods it's just as effective as taking a supplement. If you cannot find the root, buy the supplement and take it daily.

Ginseng is native to Korea and parts of China. It is only rarely found growing in the wild, but is widely cultivated in much of Asia.

Try Ginseng, it can do wonders for your brain and body!



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Thursday, July 3, 2008

Natural Cures-HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS

We know that foods won't cure AIDS, but a proper diet can support the body , to help it handle the physical stresses of this chronic disease and the drugs used to treat it.

HIV- the virus that causes AIDS, can put a great strain on all of the body's systems. Eating a nutrient-packed diet-0one that has lean proteins and antioxidant-0rich produce and excludes empty calories form junk food and alcohol-helps your body with the raw tools it needs to fight the virus and possibly delay its progression to AIDS.

Eat lean meats , fish chicken and beans.
Your body need protein to fight HIV, because it helps the body build the proteins needs to fight the virus.
Do not switch to a cheeseburger diet! Eat good lean meats. Saturated fats increase the already elevated risk for heart disease that comes with HAART medications, and they increase inflammation throughout the body.

I will not delve too deeply into this subject as I am not a professional!

Some food tips are:
Eat:
High fiber foods, lots of fruits and vegetables (the fresher the better), shiitake, maitake and reishi mushrooms are all helpful. Yogurt with active cultures in them, brazil nuts have a favorable outcome as well.

Eat well, take your meds, and you may be able to lead a long and healthy life!
Exercise daily!

This should be a good rule of thumb for all of us, no matter what illness we suffer from!



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Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Natural Cures-MEMORY LOSS

MEMORY LOSS

We all have a moment when we forget something during the day. Usually it's something simple, such as our keys. Day to day living can get to us at times, we put it off to stress, sometimes we decide that we are just plain loosing it! When in fact its our diet! You are what you eat is the saying and it is more true than we realize. Over processed foods, fast foods, grab and go foods, we simply don't get the nutrients our body's need to combat daily living and be healthy at the same time.
Now some tips for enhancing our memories, and please what ever you do don't use those energy drinks, they do more damage than good.
Fruits , vegetables and nuts, spinach, blueberries, salmon, mackerel, and yes eggs! Garlic, cinnamon, apples, curry, tea, oatmeal, leafy greens, lentils, and fish. These are all so called "brain foods".
Each one has a specific thing within the food that helps our memories to work properly. I will give examples instead of listing each one, because that would just overwhelm you and I.

Blueberries, for example, they contain photchemicals called anthocyanins, which is what gives them their blue hue. These act as a strong antioxidant and according to studies improve age-related deficits in neuronal signaling, in other words, it helps you to think clearer.

Fish, the best brain food out there. Now I know there are worries about the mercury in some types of fish, but if you are careful to watch where the fish comes from, try to keep to Canadian, Alaskan, and U.S. caught fish, the others are the worry for mercury.
Fish have a tremendous amount of fats, healthy ones, that not only benefit your diet, but help your brain to work at its best.

Always supplement your diet with a multivitamin/mineral, because the brain is so complex that proper care and feeding remain a bit mysterious, just for added insurance take your multi-vitamins!

So have a Garlic, cinnamon, fish, blueberry shake and it'll all be good........just kidding, yuck!
Supplement your diet with the proper foods and watch your memory improve daily!




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Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Natural Cures: PUCKER UP

PUCKER UP (Herbal Remedies)
our puss, yup, Lemons are the way to go for such a sour looking face, but Lemons are our friends, they are good, they can work wonders for many things. Use Lemons to soothe a sunburn, heal a canker, soothe a sore throat, help a hoarse voice, help with inflammation, relieve joint pain, watch a friend's face go sour, ok, I'm getting off topic. Lemons can really help with all these things and more.
You can clean with them too.
Lemons contain vitamin C, pectin and essential oils which help to strengthen capillary walls. The essential oils of a lemon peel stimulate the flow of lymph fluids. In other words they are good for the blood system! They also aid with Iron and Calcium absorption.
For Joint and nerve pain Use the peel by grating the skin from one lemon, just the yellow part not any of the white part underneath. Rub the grated peel into the affected body parts and wrap them with a bandage keep in place for 1-2 hours. For a sore throat, slice up a lemon, squeeze to taste and add to hot water, gargle when cooled, or just drink it down. For a canker , dilute the juice from a lemon and gargle or swish the juice in your mouth several times a day. Or just plain eat a lemon, like an orange, the effects are good for the whole body! Pucker up, and feel better!



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Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Natural Cures: HONEY LETS TALK ABOUT HONEY

HONEY LETS TALK ABOUT HONEY (Herbal Remedies)
They talk about the birds and the bees and the flowers and the trees.........but lets talk about what the bees make and how it can help us.
Honey is a great all natural sweetener! Most of us use refined sugar to sweeten our coffee, cookies, cakes and so on. Refined sugar is not good for us, most of us know this, but we use it because its cheap and widely available to us. This type of sugar can cause all sorts of bad things to our bodys, including weight gain and diabetes. If you want a healthier choice try honey, the bees have already done all the work for us. They made it, they filter out environmental toxins and we just package it. As a sweetener you want to use it sparingly though, honey is sweeter than other sugars, so you need less, also it does carry more calories than refined sugar. So you can use less and not gain the weight.
You can also use Honey for a relaxing bath, put about 2 oz of honey in with some lavender oil in with your bath, and relax and enjoy.
Honey can be used for dressing wounds and releif of hay fever, asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory ailments. Its a great household remedy!
I want to warn you of this, do not give unpasteurized honey to infants. It has a kind of bacteria that can be very dangerous to those younger than one year old!

Bee smart, honey is helpful, but Bee careful with the young ones!



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Monday, June 23, 2008

Natural Cures: Relieve Stress and Calm Anxiety

RELIEVE STRESS AND CALM ANXIETY--(Herbal Remedies)
I don't think there is one adult, or maybe even student or child out there who hasn't suffered from stress or anxiety in one form or another. We all live fast paced lives and sometime the demands of being a mother/father, student or even a child feeling the stresses of life, can cause us problems. From neck pain to headaches to anxiety and panic attacks, lack of sleep etc...I probably could make a very long list, but that would just stress me out....

One of the best ways to reduce stress is with a proper breathing technique. Now I know most of you out there are saying, yeah, I've tried it , it doesn't work and I say you may be right, but I said the same thing until I did it right.

It takes some self training and patience, but when done often it becomes second nature.
The best breathing exercise is simply this , no matter where you are, you can do this. Breathe in for a count of 5, the breath should come deep from your abdominal area and fill your lungs in through your nose. Then hold for a count of five, 10 would be better, but make sure you don't pass out, then let it out slowly through your mouth. Repeat this as many times as you like, but don't hyperventalate (that is feel dizzy and can't catch your breath)

Now when we are stressed we don't breathe right, our breaths become shorter and don't help us to relax. Also when the breaths are shorter your body isn't lacking oxygen at that time you are lacking carbon dioxide. So when you hold your breath, the more carbon dioxide your body is holding and this calms you down and relaxes you.


You see, its not too hard and it can do wonders for your body and mind!




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Disclaimer

This blog was written solely for informational purposes. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE.

  • Always consult a knowledgeable physician or health practioner before using any herbal and nutrional supplement(s)!
  • To minimize or avoid any side effects, begin with a lower dosage than what is stated on the label. Gradually increase the dosage until you have reached the recommended levels!
  • Some nutrional and or herbal supplements can be very toxic when taken in higher than recommended dosage
  • If you are pregnant or nursing-avoid all supplements, unless prescribed or approved by your doctor!
  • Also consult with your physician before using any supplements if you are taking any prescribed medications!
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