What are Essential Oils?

Essential oils are created through a distillation process using the various parts of plants and trees. Each plant contains different combinations of elements that can be used to heal and sooth the body. I believe that these plants and trees along with the elements and oils that they contain are on the Earth to be used for this purpose. The oils are oxygenating, regenerating and the immune defense system of plants. They are what protects the plant, thus they are called “essential” as the plant could not survive without them. Just as they protect the plant, they can also help protect our bodies in very powerful ways. They are God’s gift to us and have been here since the beginning of life.

Grades of Essential Oils

It’s important to point out here that not all essential oils are created equal. Most oils will list the grade of essential oil on the bottle (i.e., botanical, natural, therapeutic, etc). When using essential oils on the body, it’s imperative that you only use therapeutic grade oils. One of the factors that determines the grade and purity of the oil is its chemical constituents. This can be affected by many variables including the soil condition, fertilizer (organic or chemical), geographical region, climate, altitude, harvest methods, distillation process and much more. I won’t get into all the variables here as it can get very scientific and overwhelming, but it’s very important to your health that you pay close attention to the grade of the oils you use. Here’s why:

Essential oil molecules are so small that when they touch the skin, or enter the nasal cavity, they are quickly absorbed into our bodies. They are lipid soluble which means they are capable of penetrating cells walls, even if they have hardened because of an oxygen deficiency. Once they are absorbed, they then travel through the body, exciting the cells as they deliver oxygen and other healthy constituents into the cells. If they are mixed with another supplement or food, they can help better deliver the benefits of that food or supplement to the cells. Conversely, using an essential oil that is not of high quality or mixing it with a low quality supplement or food will allow that oil to bring impurities to the cellular level with it. So, it’s essential (no pun intended!) that you only use therapeutic grade oils for any purpose. Even if you only use them as perfume, the minute they touch your skin, they start being delivered to your internal cells as well.

How to Apply Essential Oils

In European countries, especially France, [tag-ice]essential oils[/tag-ice] are very popular and their beneficial properties are well known. However, in the United States, people don’t generally associate essential oils with better health. Many of the essential oils sold in US health stores are not good quality oils and people are generally not familiar with their use beyond a few general aches and pains. Most people in this country think of aromatherapy when they think of essential oils.

Aromatherapy, however, is only one of several ways to introduce oils into your environment and body. I prefer rubbing oils on the Vitaflex points and into the related areas of my body. There is also the Raindrop Technique and you can simply ingest some oils with food or water. However, make sure the oils you are taking internally are meant for that purpose. Some prefer to apply warm compresses with the oils and, of course, they are often massaged into the body. Using a diffuser to put them into the air is a wonderful way of cleansing your environment and getting them into your body as well. There are lots of different ways to use essential oils in our everyday lives as well.

Some oils are very strong and should not be applied directly to the skin. Instead, they can be diluted with “carrier” oils, such as olive or almond oil first. The great thing about essential oils is that in many cases just a couple of drops will make a significant difference.

Benefits of Essential Oils

Essential oils are anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-cancerous, anti-infectious, anti-microbial, anti-tumoral, anti-parasitic, anti-viral and antiseptic. They have been shown to destroy all tested bacteria and viruses while simultaneously restoring balance to the body. They contain oxygen molecules which help transport nutrients to the cells. Disease begins when cells lack oxygen.

Essential oils are powerful antioxidants that create an unfriendly atmosphere for free radicals. They may also detoxify the cells and blood.

Some essential oils contain sesquiterpenes which have the ability to pass the blood brain barrier. This is significant and can have the effect of aiding patients with Alzheimer’s, Lou Gehrig’s, and Parkinson’s disease as well as multiple sclerosis.

They are aromatic and when diffused can provide air [tag-tec]purification[/tag-tec] by [tag-self]removing toxins[/tag-self] from the air and increasing oxygen, ozone and negative ions which inhibits bacterial growth. They can destroy odors from mold, cigarettes and animals while filling the air with a fresh, aromatic smell.

Essential oils promote emotional, physical and spiritual healing and contain a bio-electrical frequency that is much greater than herbs, food or the human body. Research has shown that they can quickly raise the frequency of the human body, helping to restore it to a healthy level.

When my son was a baby he had difficulty keeping his formula down. The solution was to put a few drops of peppermint oil in the bottle. I don’t remember who told me to do it, but it worked. At the time, I didn’t realize the power of that little bottle of peppermint oil. Today, I always carry a bottle with me.

Cost of Essential Oils Some therapeutic grade essential oils are quite inexpensive such as the lemon, peppermint and lavender I’ve mentioned above. Some oils, however, can be more expensive. Why? Because producing the purest oils can be very costly. Some oils may require several hundred or even several thousand pounds of plant material to extract one pound of pure essential oils. Melissa oil sells for $9,000 to $15,000 per pound. However, it takes 3 tons of plant material to produce a single pound of the oil. Don’t worry, this is one of the most expensive of the [tag-tec]therapeutic grade oils[/tag-tec] and it is also in short supply. Before long, we will probably not be able to buy it at all. Besides you won’t be buying oils by the pound! Here’s a better comparison. A 15 ml (slightly more than 1/2 ounce) bottle of therapeutic grade lemon oil is about $12.50. Lavender and peppermint are about $26 each. These are retail prices and there are easy ways to get lower pricing. And, remember what I said – a couple of drops can make a significant difference. So, a little goes a long way when it comes to these powerful oils. Each oil can offer support in many different areas of your body. So, if what you’re looking for is out of stock or unavailable, there’s always another oil you can use in it’s place. If you have a small budget, you can get started with the less expensive oils while still knowing that you’re getting a huge benefit from your investment in them. Over time, as you learn more about them, you will likely accumulate many bottles and always have on hand something you can use when the need arises. What I love most about essential oils is that every day you put these oils into your body, you are improving your immune system and helping your body fight every day toxins. Essential oils improve your health at every level, not just one or two. I have just barely touched upon the many uses and benefits of essential oils on this page. There are thousands of plants on the earth and we have just started studying their oils, even though they’ve been here for just as many years. I certainly hope this information will help you to understand just how powerful essential oils are and set you on the path to learning more.

]]> http://askmyhealthcoach.com/introduction-to-essential-oils/feed 0 http://askmyhealthcoach.com/want-to-live-healthy-in-2009-what-you-need-to-know-about-oxidative-stress http://askmyhealthcoach.com/want-to-live-healthy-in-2009-what-you-need-to-know-about-oxidative-stress#comments Fri, 06 Feb 2009 05:36:18 +0000 admin http://www.askmyhealthcoach.com/?p=110 With the start of a new year, millions of Americans will be making pledges to either lose weight, or live a healthier lifestyle. One key to living and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is to overcome the terrible effects of oxidative stress on the body.

Unfortunately, most people have never even heard of oxidative stress, therefore, they do not know the effects it can have on the body, nor how to combat it.

Dr. Myron Wentz, (an internationally recognized microbiologist, immunologist, and pioneer in the development of human cell culture technology and infectious disease diagnoses) said in one of his recent lectures that the populace is “living too short, and dying too long”. In other words, many people around the world are dying from chronic degenerative diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, macular degeneration, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, MS, and the list goes on and on.

These diseases seem to be developing in my patients at younger ages. Medications that the doctors give the patients can work – but at a tremendous cost to the body. Even though we place them on medications, we do not seem to change the course of their disease. What good does it do to live to a ripe old age of 93 if you haven’t been able to recognize your family or spouse for the last 10 years because of Alzheimer’s dementia, as was the case of former President Ronald Reagan? Look at Mohamed Ali or Michael J. Fox. Have we been able to effectively help them with their Parkinson’s disease?

Many people are no longer as concerned about the length of time they live, but instead what quality they will have in those years. Because of our stressful lifestyles and poor lifestyle habits, we are suffering earlier from these degenerative diseases. Michael J. Fox developed Parkinson’s disease at 32 years of age. Nearly 45% of our children who develop diabetes have the adult onset or type 2 diabetes. We are certainly living too short and dying too long. oxidative stress, COMBATABLE oxidative stress is a huge factor in this decline in American health.

Oxidative stress in the body is caused by an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen and your body’s ability to detoxify the incoming “pollution” or easily repair the damage. When this process gets more stress than it can handle, your body begins to produce toxic substances to help combat the incoming oxidation, which end up being things like free radicals which literally begin breaking down your cells and making them function poorly.

Imagine, if you will, a car engine. When your car is brand new, the engine runs great, you get good gas mileage. But say you don’t change the oil, or buy the right kind of gas, sludge builds up, your car starts emitting smoke, the engine stutters and hesitates and sludge builds up. This is what happens to your body when your body is overwhelmed by oxidative stress.

The good news is that you can REPAIR the damage done to your body by oxidative stress. You can repair this damage by focusing on nutrition – giving your body the nutrition it needs to combat this stress. Adding foods high in anti-oxidants, such as blueberries, strawberries, broccoli, green peppers, green leafy veggies, and so on will certainly help. You can also take nutritional supplements if your diet leaves much to be desired. If you are looking into supplementation, though, be sure to chose a high quality supplements (like USANA’s Mega Anti-Oxidant) that is a pharmaceutical grade (not food grade, Centrum, Spring Valley and other popular supplements). Pharmaceutical grade supplementss will ensure that you are getting the same ingredients every time, and exactly what is in the bottle.

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Home water purifier systems are significantly more involved than simple home water filters. While a filter can easily be attached to your faucet by you, a home water purifier system will likely require a professional to install it, and will take up a significant amount of space under your counter or in another location convenient to your faucet. When you choose one, therefore, you’ll have to think about the cost and space required by the system as well as how the system itself works. The best home water purifier system is always the one that works best for you.

When you’re looking for the best home water purification system, there are several questions you should ask. First, how long will it last without needing a filter to be changed? This isn’t just important from the perspective of cost, but also convenience. Depending on where your home water purification system is installed, one that requires frequent changing could be more trouble than it’s worth.

Home water purification systems also vary widely in the types of contaminants they remove. Not every system will remove the contaminants you need to eliminate. Before you invest in one, make sure it removes the things you need to get rid of. One system, the reverse osmosis system, will remove almost every contaminant you may be concerned about, but it takes up a lot of room and may not be appropriate for every location in your home.

How much does the home water purification system cost? Cheap systems are simple and attach directly to your faucet; they remove contaminants by filtering water through activated carbon, but don’t get much. On the high end, industrial-grade UV systems destroy all biological contaminants, like bacteria and amoeba, far more effectively and safely than chlorine, but can cost over a thousand dollars. Most systems run around $200 or a little more, but installation may cost you more if you need to have a plumber or other professional install it. Offset the cost with an assessment of how much your bottled water is costing you. Also, if you’re examining a shower filter, your filter will save you money in quality shampoos and body soaps; these filters remove drying and damaging chlorine, and will help your expensive bath products work the way they’re supposed to.

There are four basic types of home water purification systems that are available on the general market. Reverse osmosis systems install under the counter, and use a passive filter system (one without pressure) to collect water in a reservoir at a rate of about fifteen gallons a day. UV systems use light technology to kill germs in your water supply, but don’t remove any other contaminants; this makes them great for spring water or other non-municipal supplies that are otherwise fine. Activated carbon filters are commonly used in the faucet filter systems, but are also used in larger systems to provide clean water on a larger scale; they work pretty well, but need frequent filter changes. The KDF-55 filters are generally attached to a showerhead to remove chlorine and soften your water, making your shower water healthier for your skin and enabling your expensive bathing products to work better as well. Know these differences before you buy, and you’ll save yourself money and time.

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A study published in the U.S. ‘Journal of Reproductive Medicine’ shows that drinking milk dramatically increases the chances for women to have twin babies or even triplets. The study shows that compared to mothers who avoid dairy milk, the milk-consuming mothers have a 13% greater chance of having a multiple birth! Vegan women were found to have a 20% less chance of having twins compared to women who consume dairy products. (Mechanisms of Twinning: Effect of Diet and Heredity on the Human Twinning Rate, May 2006).

The study shows that this is due to IGF-1, a bovine growth hormone found all types of dairy milk. All recent studies show that IGF-1 is responsible several types of cancer and other diseases in regular milk consumers.

Dr. Gary Steinman of the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, USA, who conducted the study, took samples from more than 1000 vegetarian women. These women were shown to have five times less chances of having twins compared to non-vegetarian women. It seems that animal-product foodstuffs, especially dairy foods, can significantly increase the chances of having twins.

This theory is also supported by the finding that in some traditional dairy consuming populations, the rate of twin birth is high. If it is true that consuming milk increases the chances of a multiple birth, this adds further support to the horror story of IGF-1.

People consuming dairy milk will ingest this harmful IGF-1 bovine growth hormone, and this completely upsets the natural hormonal balance of the human body. Giving birth to twins (or even triplets) is unnatural in the human species, and is not a sign of good health.

Worse still, the combination of IGF-1 and estrogen in dairy milk is known to greatly accelerate early puberty in young girls and boys. This in turn can make people more prone to getting a variety of cancers in adult life.

Premature puberty in girls can cause depression, aggressiveness, moodiness, social withdrawal, behavioural problems, and a greater likelihood to take drugs and smoke. Additionally, it is known that early puberty in a girl increases the risk of osteoporosis in later life.

“There are several reasons why dairy products raise a woman’s hormone levels causing a variety of hormone-dependent problems from early onset of menstruation (menarche) to PMS and uterine fibroids – but one is unique to cow’s milk: cows are milked even while they are pregnant. As a result of the pregnancy, cows secrete high levels of estrogen into their milk.” (Janowski T., ‘Mammary Secretion Of Estrogens In The Cow’, Domest. Anim. Endocrinol. 2002 Jul; 23(1-2): 125-37).

Clearly, the way to avoid harmful IGF-1 hormones is to avoid dairy milk. You can easily switch to delicious and super-nutritious non-dairy milk. This can have a dramatic beneficial effect on health. Making non-dairy milk is quick and easy, plus you get the added bonus of saving money. See below for details of a free ebook showing how to make non-dairy milk.

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Are you being overrun with pimples and zits? Hopefully not, but if you are then lets look at some alternatives to expensive medications and treatments.

To begin with, “what is acne?” Acne is a skin disorder that comes from oils in your pores that comes from your hormones interacting with your skin’s sebaceous glands. The oils gather in a pore and lead to congestion of the pore when not properly cleaned. This is when the acne starts forming. If left along, it obviously becomes a pimple. While it is most noticeable to have acne on your face, you may get acne on your back, neck, chest, scalp, back, and shoulders. When severe acne is left untreated, it can lead to other issues like scarring and sometimes psychological problems such as depression. It is much better to deal with your acne today before it escalates to severe.

Some of the factors that can contribute to acne outbreaks are genetics and hygiene. Of course, we can’t do anything about our genetics except thank our parents. But we can do something about the other factors following the simple steps listed here.

1. Fruits and Vegetables – Include at least the recommended daily allowance of 4 to 5 servings each day. Fruits and veggies have an amazing impact on the outbreak of acne.
2. Rose Water – Use rose water as a facial cleanser. Simply dip a cotton ball in the solution and clean your face at least twice daily.
3. React immediately when you see a pimple starting to appear. Start by cleaning the location which just soap and water. Then try patting ice on the swollen location to reduce the swelling and likely releasing the trapped oils from the pores. Then once again wash and rinse the location again to try to remove more oils.
4. Multi-vitamins will help get your body’s chemistry back into balance. Not only will you live healthier but having your body’s chemistry in balance will reduce the hormonal output of your sebaceous glands.
5. Cucumbers – I know, we’ve all seen the movies with the ladies sitting on the couch with cucumbers over the eyes. It’s done to produce a laugh but the reality is that it works. Blend some cucumber with water and make a facial mask. Leave it on for about half an hour and then rinse off. This is very affordable and not only helps control acne but refreshes your skin as well.
6. Use gentle, mild soaps on your skin. I know it is tempting to use soaps that dry out your skin but then you are just going from one problem to another. Avoid using petroleum based as well as animal based soaps because they will irritate and dry out your skin.
7. Avoid using alcohol based cleansers on your skin because they tend to dry it out. Alcohol free is a better way to go and will be much kinder to your face and body.
8. All Natural Makeup – Choose your makeup carefully because many makeup brands contain petroleum which will, once again, dry out your skin and that is normally not what the majority of those suffering from acne need. All natural makeup will be much kinder to your skin.
9. Drink lots of water. I know, everybody always says drink lots of water. But, don’t you think if everybody is saying that then there must be at least a little truth to it. Well, there is! Do it and you will feel better and your skin will feel better.

Using this list of natural acne remedies you will be able to at least reduce your acne if not completely obliterate it. As a wonderful side affect, your skin will feel better than it ever has and you will have an over all improvement in energy. Say goodbye to your acne today!

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Coal-fired electricity stations send dioxins into the air as the smoke is dispersed. Also, dioxins come from all types of factory wastes, commercial incineration, traffic pollution, industrial emissions, fires, and many other chemical and industrial processes. Tests show dioxins to be the most potent carcinogen known to man.

Many studies show that dioxins cause serious illness in humans, including a variety of cancers, kidney disease, birth defects, poor health and premature death.

Dioxins are very pervasive and get spread everywhere. They get carried by the weather, by rain and wind, and by ocean currents to all parts of the world. Dioxins then settle on land, pastures, and plants and become part of the food chain for animals and humans.

There is no escaping dioxins however carefully you choose and prepare your food. Dioxins are found in equal measure in both organic and non-organic food. Dioxins do not come from pesticides or fertilizers – they come from the environment at large and even from the water supply.

Normally, our bodies cope with a low level of dioxins. Some dioxins get excreted instead of being absorbed into the body to cause illness. We can, to some extent reduce the amount of dioxins we get by avoiding foods high in dioxins.

The question is: which food is highest in dioxins? Weight for weight, dairy milk has by far the highest amount of dioxins than any other food or drink. All mammals produce milk for feeding to their babies (including humans). The dioxins in the mother’s body get concentrated in her breast milk. This occurs, because all nutrients (including dioxins) get concentrated in breast milk as a way of providing good rich nourishment to the new born.

Consequently, just about all human breast milk has an undesirable concentration of dioxins. But a baby stops breastfeeding after a few months so the level of dioxins received by the baby drops off. Another factor is that human milk has a much lower concentration of dioxins compared to dairy milk.

But for a milk consumer it’s a different story. Over time, the daily consumption of dairy milk results in a dangerous build up of dioxins in the body, causing below-par health, serious disease, and premature death.

There are plenty of studies (too numerous to list here) showing that dairy milk has the highest concentration of dioxins compared to any other staple food product.

‘Dioxins penetrate the environment via air, water and soil and are then incorporated in food chains. The major source of human exposure to dioxins (90%) is consumption of .dairy products.’ (Professor Rocz Panstw, Zakl Hig, 1999, 50:3).

‘The primary source of dioxins is food, especially .dairy products.’ (Chemosphere, 1998 Oct, 37:9).

‘The lipophilic nature of dioxins.may result in relatively high concentrations of dioxin contamination in dairy products.’ (Journal of Animal Science, 1998 Jan, 76:1).

‘Cows’ milk is ideal for assessing levels because these compounds adhere to fat and are transferred to and eliminated in the milk of the lactating animal.’ (Linda Fitzpatrick, Cork Harbour Alliance for a Safe Environment, 2005).

Dairy milk of all kinds contain dioxins in varying degrees, including organic milk. The critical point here is that over eighty percent of organic milk sold in the world is UHT milk (i.e. Long Life milk). In most of Europe and the Americas virtually all organic milk is UHT milk.

With UHT milk you receive significantly more dioxins than regular pasteurized milk because more dioxins become absorbed instead of being excreted. This happens because the micronized fat globules in UHT milk are very much smaller than in non-UHT milk. Consequently, more dioxins from the milk get into the bloodstream. See below to find out more.

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It is quite normal to expect people to want to look attractive and this might explain why anti-aging skin care products are so successful; when most of us can expect to live longer and have fuller, more active lives, this is hardly surprising. This group of beauty products generally works by enabling the synthesis of collagen, the main protein of connective tissue in animals and the most abundant in our body; collagen makes up approximately 25 percent of the total protein in the skin. Most anti-aging products (collagen included) fall into a category of natural everyday products we all use; this group is called antioxidants which are natural chemicals found in many foods and our body.

Although the benefits of vitamin C (an anti-oxidant) are well documented, it is still debated as to what our daily amount should be. Skin care treatments that are based on vitamin C, pose the problem of becoming oxidized themselves as they come into contact with air during their usage.

Other skin care treatments which mimic the effects of vitamin C are being tried all the time. They seek to be more stable in the atmosphere and also cheaper to produce. While vitamin E and lipoic acid are not as effective as vitamin C they are anti-oxidants as well.

The body uses vitamin E as an antioxidant and is also used to increase the natural defense we have against disease, including many types of cancer, it is a fat soluble vitamin in people’s blood. Lipoic acid is also an energy making component of the body, found in every cell, it can also help reduce the aging process which affects the skin.

Other compounds called phytochemicals have proved to be beneficial in the formulation of anti-aging skin care products; they are removed from various plants. A secondary but more important use of phytochemicals is the effect they have on the prevention of breast, prostate and colon cancers.

For some time now it has also been known that the vitamins B5, B6 and B12 also have anti-aging skin care properties. This just goes to highlight just how complex and far reaching the whole field of anti-aging skin care products is and why so much more research is required.

Although current regimes are effective, there are still many challenges to finding better and more efficient ways to combat the effects of time. In time it is hoped that less expensive and more reliable anti-aging skin care products will become available for a larger number of people to use.

However, man-made skin care regimes should be used only as a supplement; they cannot replace natural skin care remedies. Drinking plenty of water, getting a good night’s sleep, exercising regularly, maintaining healthy eating habits and keeping stress at bay are an essential means of delaying the aging process.

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To make coconut milk the juice inside the coconut is combined with the white flesh of the coconut. The result is a wonderful white milk that is full of super-healthy nutrients. Best of all, coconut milk is absolutely delicious and is non-fattening compared to cow’s milk.

Past research into coconut oil was usually based on hydrogenated coconut oil, rather than on the pure coconut oil squeezed from the white flesh. This gave the mistaken impression that coconut oil is saturated and is therefore bad for your health – but in fact this is not so. Also, in the past it was not realized that some saturated fats cause surplus body fat while others are used up as energy or broken down to unsaturated fats, depending on the atomic structure of the fat.

All the modern research shows coconuts to be a great source of healthy nutrition. Although about a third of the white coconut flesh is technically classed as saturated fat, most of this fat is made up of MCFA’s (fatty chains that are burnt up as energy rather than ending up as body fat). Because of this, coconuts are increasingly used in weight-loss regimes.

About 50% of these MCFA’s are made up of lauric acid. This is the most important essential fatty acid in building and maintaining the body’s immune system. The only other rich dietary source of lauric acid (apart from coconut oil) is human milk.

For the weight conscious, coconut milk provides a good source of nutrition in any weight loss regime. This is because the saturated fat molecules are made up of short-chain and medium-chain fatty acids that are quickly assimilated by the body – they are not stored as surplus fat in the body like the long chain fatty acids in dairy milk.

‘One of the remarkable things about coconut oil is that it can help you lose weight.’ Dr. Mary G. Enig, (Ph.D. in nutritional sciences), USA.

‘In tests, animals which ate just a little pure unsaturated oil were fat, and animals which ate a lot of coconut oil were lean. The anti-obesity effect of coconut oil is clear.’ Dr. Raymond Peat (scientist and biochemist), USA.

So although coconut milk may be high in so-called saturated fat, it is a good source of nutrition in any weight loss regime because most of the fat is used up as energy instead of being stored as fat. Coconut milk contains calcium and good for your bones, it is highly nutritious, and it helps build up a strong immune system to ward off disease and illness.

Much research is currently being done on the high nutritional value of coconuts as they are rich in many vitamins, minerals, and health promoting oils.

Anybody can make coconut milk at home quickly and easily once you know how. No special equipment is required. When you experience the cool, luxurious, absolutely delicious flavor of coconut milk you will always want it again and again.

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A consequence of modern science has been the eradication from people’s minds of the survival and significance of the spiritual being within the physical being.

The Hindu thought of life, however, has kept the flame of spiritual-healing burning amidst the advancements in science and technology.

Our body actually consists of seven primary and thousands of secondary Chakras. The word ‘Chakra’, is a Sanskrit word meaning ‘Wheel of Light’, and according to the theory, these Chakras rotate and vibrate continuously in a healthy human body.

And so, an imbalance in the movement of these charkas results in imbalance of the overall healthy functioning of the body. Chakra Balancing then is the key to a healthy body, mind, and soul.

Chakras are Entrance Gates of the Aura and the central points that obtains, incorporates and conveys life-force energy. Situated along the central line of the body – from the base of the spine to the top of the head – the seven main Chakras take and transmit energies to and from the universe, nature, celestial bodies and other people.

What causes distortion in the Chakras?

If there is a blockage in one or more of the Chakras, the energy does not flow properly through them, and then ultimately the result will be an imbalance among the Chakras that result in problems in all areas of life.

The correct functioning of the Chakras can distort due to a number of factors, like bad health, stress, unbalanced diet, toxicity, not enough exercise, repressing emotions, untrue beliefs, detachment from a higher power, childhood traumas, cultural conditioning and emotional traumas, etc.

Chakra Balancing – Key to Health and Happiness

The natural harmonious functioning of Chakras is a utopian idea. Therefore, human endeavor has always been to correct this distortion and strike a fine balance between these Chakras. The concept of self-healing is also loosely based on Chakra balancing.

Our body shape, glandular procedures, constant physical ailments, thoughts, and behavior can easily be control by the Chakras. Chakra balancing ensures that these limitations are working to achieve a healthy body, mind, and soul.

The usual good effects of Chakra Balancing are

• Complete happiness and peace in body
• Physical health with individual strength
• Consciousness and being in touch with one’s body
• Sexually content life without getting influenced by lust
• Knowledge of individual’s feelings at the unearthly level
• Superior capacity to attract and convey love in one’s life
• Accelerated spiritual growth and development
• Spiritual healing through higher patterns of consciousness, awareness, and acceptance
• A compassionate and loving heart
• Wonderful confidence levels, but short of being over-confident
• Understanding of the True Self

How do you achieve Chakra Balancing?

Chakra balancing in individual’s body can be accomplished by utilizing different techniques. Any of the following techniques will work to balance your body’s Chakras.

• Therapeutic Therapies for example Reiki,
• Yoga (including breathing exercises) and Meditation
• Physical exercise
• Crystals and Gems
• Balancing by using Hands and Pendulums
• Aromatherapy
• Feeling Therapy
• Optimistic Thinking
• Sound Frequencies
• Affirmations and Hypnosis sessions, etc.

Our body is a store house of energy, in which the used energy is disposed of by the body organs, and refilled, with a new supply of energy.

Chakra balancing makes sure that this energy is stored and used by the body optimally, and all essential organs and body cells get an equal share of this energy.

In this state of optimization, inner peace, happiness and health flow naturally. Chakra Balancing is nothing but bringing the Chakras back to their natural state of vibration & frequency.

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There is no doubt about it, controlling your appetite will be your biggest challenge when you are trying to lose weight. After all, if you can control your desire for food, you won’t overeat which means you will lose weight easier.

When it comes to natural appetite suppressants, you have two primary options to choose from. You can take supplements or eat whole foods. Supplements can be more convenient but they can also be very expensive. Whole foods are excellent because they’re inexpensive and provide additional nutritional benefits you can’t get from a supplement. You need to decide which works best for you. Following is a list of some of the most effective natural appetite suppressants you’ll find today.

Supplements as Natural Appetite Suppressants

Hoodia Gordonii

Hoodia gordonii is a cactus-like plant that is found in the Kalahari Desert of South Africa. It has been used by the Bushmen of South Africa for centuries as a powerful appetite suppressant. They eat a small piece of the hoodia plant before long hunting trips and their appetites are suppressed for hours.

Granted, you won’t find hoodia gordonii growing in your back yard, but you can purchase hoodia supplements. Just be careful when shopping around for hoodia diet pills. Many of the cheap ones aren’t effective. They only contain a small amount of hoodia. Don’t waste your money on these fakes. The powerful hoodia supplements that work are made of 100% hoodia gordonii and they will generally cost about $50 for a one month supply.

Whey Protein

Whey protein is a great natural appetite suppressant and it has been used by people for years. The powder is great for building muscle, which is important because muscle burns fat. Whey protein powder is convenient and cheap. It comes in different flavors that can be used in shakes and smoothies. It can also be added to a wide range of food recipes.

Whole Foods as Natural Appetite Suppressants

Water

Water is by far the cheapest natural appetite suppressant available to you. Keeping your body full of water goes far in keeping your appetite controlled. Many times people confuse hunger with thirst, so drinking a lot of water when you first feel hungry can go far in keeping your appetite under control. Drinking a glass of water before meals can also help you from consuming too much food because your stomach feels full.

Green Leafy Vegetables

Lettuce, spinach, cabbage, and bok choy are terrific natural appetite suppressants. They are remarkably low in calories and are a good source of fiber. And here’s a bonus – these are considered “negative calorie” foods because it can take more calories for your body to digest these foods than there are in these foods themselves!

Pickles

Did you know that if you ate an entire jar of pickles you would probably consume less than 100 calories? I’m not talking about the commercial brands of pickles that are stocked full of sugar, artificial colors and calories, but natural organic pickles. These natural pickles only have a few calories each and are a wonderful and powerful food to snack on during the day. You can munch on this food virtually guilt free!

Apples

Apples are a great source of fiber and they are only about 100 calories each. They are wonderful natural appetite suppressants. Apples are a great substitute for those snack foods that have more calories in them such as chips, candy bars, pies and cakes.

Now that you have your list of the best natural appetite suppressants available, you will be able to control your appetite, prevent overeating and jump-start your weight loss journey. The added bonus is you will be able to eat some foods to your heart’s content and losing weight won’t be such a challenge!

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