The topic of the paper will be the REAL pandemic of type 2 diabetes. However, a pandemic can be seen in diseases and famine, not just in viruses. Take starvation for example, which claims 15 individuals every minute. Twenty million starving in Somalia South Sudan, one million in Kenya, four Billion in the Horn of Africa, Nigeria, and Yemen. That’s a REAL pandemic. Cancer is another pandemic. Our world is full of global issues that claim lives.
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The 2017-2018 flu season had registered high outbreaks from November to February, normal flu season. According to the CDC, the proportion of deaths was at or above the epidemic threshold. Everyone should be aware of how the virus spreads so fast. Also, contagiousness varies from flu season to flu strains as well as the period of attracting to symptomology. We are becoming so COVID-19 savvy nowadays at staying home, sanitizing, wearing masks, and social distancing.
There are many reasons why someone may become ill with the flu, most of the time they already have a compromised immune system. Virus strains mutate season to season. The immune system is designed to adapt to the organism’s environment, the evolution of the species which is known as herd immunity. There are many ways to stay healthy. I have included the Action Steps I take. Here are the top eight items that can help and a special notation at the end.
The purpose of this article is to introduce evidence that will connect the importance of omega 3 fatty acid to mood and cognitive disorders. Nearly 58 million people have a mental illness, 1 out of every 4 adults, (2005). Research is showing evidence that a deficiency of essential fatty acids (EFAs) is detrimental to proper mental functioning, especially Omega 6, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and Omega 3, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Read More
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is believed to be discovered by Charcot in 1868, who made the first real clear description of MS. MS is defined as an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation that attacks the Central Nervous System (CNS), thus destroying the myelinated sheets leading to lesions or plaques that block signals to vital organs, muscles, and the brain. Multiple, meaning many, and sclerosis, meaning scar (sclerae hardening, plaques, or lesions). MS is classified as a neurological disorder. This chronic disease usually appears between the ages of 20-40 in adults. Also, this disease affects more women than men. MS develops differently in everyone and is hard to diagnose.
Eighteen years as a flight attendant, may I give you helpful tips for a flawless vacation? There is always that craziness of stress of actually getting out the door. All that fun in the sun is awaiting you and a much-deserved break from work or school. Maybe venture out on a ski trip instead of the beach. No matter where or when let’s talk about a few precautions so your beautiful vacation does not get you sick. Read More
What is homeopathic medicine?
National Institute of Health/National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health stated that homeopathy, also known as homeopathic medicine, was developed in Germany over 200 years ago and is based on two unconventional theories:
Homeopathic products are developed from plants (such as red onion, arnica [mountain herb], poison ivy, belladonna [deadly nightshade], and stinging nettle), minerals (such as white arsenic), or animals (such as crushed whole bees). Most are made as sugar pellets to be placed under the tongue (sublingual). They may also be in other forms, such as ointments, gels, drops, creams, and tablets. These treatments are personalized or developed for each person’s condition.
Holistic medicine, homeopaths or naturopathic doctors (NDs) acknowledge the body’s natural healing abilities, respect the patient’s role within the healing process and take extensive emotional, physical and psychological histories. NDs treat a variety of issues using homeopathic medicines and are also concerned with preventative medicine and wellness. Naturopaths may treat allergies, high blood pressure, depression, fatigue, fibromyalgia, insomnia, menstrual issues and weight control. The medicines they prescribe, which are manufactured by homeopathic pharmaceutical companies, are referred to as remedies and contain a mild form of bacteria that triggers an immune response.
In addition to working as primary care physicians, NDs may also work as consultants, natural pharmacists, research scientists and wellness educators. Some may choose to work within a multi-disciplinary practice that includes other health care providers, such as acupuncturists and licensed massage therapists.
Homeopathic practitioners can have different educational, licensure and certification options. However, they should all have some key skills, including problem-solving skills, the ability to be empathetic and personable, strong listening skills, strong critical-thinking skills and the ability to document and keep accurate records.
Fair warning in departments that regulate safety: According to the 2012 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), an estimated 5 million American adults and 1 million children used homeopathy in 2011. Most adults use homeopathic products for colds and musculoskeletal pain. The Australian government’s National Health and Medical Research Council in 2015, concluded that there is no reliable evidence that homeopathy is effective for any health condition. In 2016, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it will hold efficacy and safety claims for over-the-counter homeopathic drugs to the same standard as those for other products making similar claims. In December 2017, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed a new risk-based enforcement approach to homeopathic products. The scientific community is still trying to reach a conclusion on how a product with little or no active properties can be effective. Although we see healing in the health field with these remedies, it may be a placebo effect. Homeopathic treatments are not a “one pill treats all”. There are hundreds of possible remedies for thousands of symptoms.
Sources: The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians; The Council for Homeopathic Certification; Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges; U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; PayScale.com
What is Naturopathic?
American Association of Naturopathic Physician states that is the “naturopathic physician’s role to identify and remove barriers to good health by helping to create a healing internal and external environment. Naturopathic physicians work in private practices, hospitals, clinics and community health centers”. Naturopathy or naturopathic medicine is a form of alternative medicine that employs an array of pseudoscientific practices branded as “natural”, “non-invasive”, and as promoting “self-healing”.
What is a holistic practitioner?
A holistic practitioner is concerned with the whole person, mind-body-soul. These three elements need to be addressed in order to be healed. Injury and illness are received as a message that the mind-body-spirit is not in harmony. The holistic practitioner incorporates homeopathic medicine to address the whole person. The initial conversation is very detailed to be able to understand the whole person including, emotions, dreams, stressors, personal interactions, work life, and home life.
Along with a natural way of healing, is traditional Chinese medicine with the uses of herbs. People seek out a way to heal by not using conventional medicines and its side effects. Herbs most researched from the National Center of Complementary and Alternative Medicines website in 2012 were St John’s wort, fenugreek, echinacea, aloe vera, and evening primrose. I am constantly looking for the next combination of herbs to help with aging, hormones imbalance, and type 2 diabetes. I have found some worked and some didn’t. Do investigation on your illness or injury.
Other therapies that can be alternative or complementary are chiropractic, massage, and acupuncture. Chiropractic treatments are known as spinal manipulative therapy. Most people go to a chiropractor for muscle/skeletal pain in the back or neck. This has helped me after a car wreck, to regain health and balance. Little slips and falls add up creating imbalance of the skeletal system. Massage is a great additive to chiropractic. Massage is great at relaxation, increase blood flow, and relieving general muscle pain. Massage has been used for multiple sclerosis, cancer, HIV/AIDS, neurological trauma, sciatica, depression, anxiety disorders, and other mind/body complaints. I have been a massage therapist for years and have helped with all kinds of body/mind problems. Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years in the East. Mostly used for pain, has also been used in all types of illnesses. The use of hair-fine needles is inserted into the body along the meridian lines and act as a signal or conduit to send a message to that organ to heal. I have tried acupuncture to heal and found that it did help.
If you are looking for a holistic way to heal, you may be very surprised from the results. Yes, you can chant Hom-Nat-Hol (LOL) and add Om. Om is the highest vibration, repeat 108 times to remove blocks and bring in peace.
You may also want to try essential oils, massage, tai chi, and meditation. Anything that calms the mind and nervous system will improve health.
Dr. Axe recommends cinnamon, thyme, oregano, and tea tree as the best antibacterial oils. Dr. Axe also mentions patchouli, geranium, lavender, tea tree, and grapefruit seed extract for staph infections. I agree with his choices and like me, he does his research. I use Tea tree and Lemon in my liquid shower soap. Over the years as a flight attendant, I needed to find something simple and natural to help with germs and allergies. I developed a special formula of eight essential oils that supports the immune system and helps kill germs.
Immune 8 can protect with its blend of 8 essential oils, you can check out those benefits here https://immune8.com/immune-8-blend-and-beneficial-actions/
Essential oils are an easy way to boost your immune system and can help defend against virus and other germs, check out the products here Immune8.com
To Your Health & Happiness,
Margie
Immune 8
Many parents and children struggle with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I am writing about understanding ADHD for you because of my first child having ADHD. I spent more days in the school office than I care to count. He still struggles with inattention, short memory, self-gratification, and impulsivity. I hope this blog will give you basic understanding and peace. Read More
Chronic disease characteristics of Type 2 diabetes will affect the quality of life for that individual. The chronic disease characteristics are problems with sleep, depression, stress, distress about having the disease, how to cope with the illness, and lack of social support from family and society. If you have a chronic disease it will have these same effecting characteristics that Type 2 diabetes has. In addition, there is a psychological and social component that creates more hardship. Let’s look at the facts about type 2 diabetes.
Sugar…sugar…Ahhh…honey…honey. Sugar – one thing leads to another sweet thing. We think sugar is bad but are we switching to something worse?
Wow! Did you know that these sweeteners are 200-13,000 times sweeter than regular sugar? Dr. Osborne stated that these high-powered chemically processed sweeteners change your taste buds and will develop an addiction. You will begin craving sweeter and sweeter foods.
Which one do you use in your coffee or tea? Do you use a sugar substitute? Let’s find out the truth about sugar substitutes.
Are you on the hunt for solution? for pain relief, stress, relief, or self-care, to just treat yourself to good things?
Are you looking for something that will help regain your balance?
Maybe an alternative or complementary therapy is just the thing you need. Read More