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Family Health information is available from many different places such as the Internet, medical professionals, so called “old wives’ tales”, traditional remedies and cures as well as from books and from friends. If the remedy is provided by a qualified medical person, then it is likely to be true, and work. However, if the information was provided by a different source, there is no real way to check that the suggestion provided will work. Nowadays, websites can be created in a matter of minutes and can be updated instantly, and as they are not regulated, there is no saying that what is written on a site is true. Many people will look to websites to find out about their medical complaints, but this can do more harm than good. Some websites offering medical information are very vague and don’t really say a great deal, whilst others go into a lot of medical detail that is confusing to those not medically trained. Trusted internet sites, such as those provided by hospitals, or health agencies, and government departments, are most likely to be accurate, and will be kept up to date.
Books providing medical information are likely to be genuine, as it would be hard to get a book published that is factually wrong. Books covering specific ailments or common medical complaints are usually a good place to start, so that you have an idea as to what might be wrong. Some of the famous “Old wives’ tales” types of remedies do work. Friends and family may have their own family or unusual cures or suggestions that work and you may be willing to try them.
Family health websites and magazines are useful sources of information, in that the same question may be asked and answered often, and so the answers are likely to be the same. If you use these sorts of sites, or read these kinds of magazine, then you will be able to assess the quality and accuracy of the information given. You may be the sort of person that goes straight to the Doctors at the first sign of a cold, or somebody who only uses herbal remedies or aromatherapy. You may be the sort of person who never goes to the Doctors, and never takes medication for any ailments, aches or pains.
Many of us are becoming aware of the importance of preventative health care in this challenging, stress filled time. There is also a growing interest in the value of cleansing the body of accumulated toxins.
With this, the traditional form of health care from India known as Ayurveda is enjoying an increase in popularity. One of the principal forms of treatment in Ayurveda is the process of periodical cleansing of the body, consisting of five phases, known as Pancha Karma. This process, overseen by a qualified practitioner, is done as a way for our bodies to adapt to seasonal changes.
Ayurveda ancient teachings relate to modern day discoveries which, similarly, encourage us to eliminate toxins and avoid them to improve our health and prevent illness. The substances we absorb in unhealthy foods, such as fried, refined, excessively sweetened or salted foods, can cause free radicals which deplete our immune system and otherwise imbalance our constitutions, according to our specific Ayurveda Body Massage type.
Benefits of Ayurvedic Massage
Ayurvedic massage benefits you in several ways:
Alleviates eyestrain and headaches
Detoxifies the body by assisting removal of waste
Improves concentration and memory
Helps combat breathing problems such as asthma
Complexion of skin is soft and glowing
Treatment of Ailments
Ayurvedic massage has been used to treat the following ailments:
Arthritis and rheumatism
Hypertension
Migraines and headaches
Stress and depression
We all know it’s about fresh, raw, natural, organic, tasy, invigorating, nutrient and vitamin-rich goodness when it comes to juicing at home. However, what you may not know is adding a little fresh Aloe Vera Gel to your daily fresh juice can give you a fantastic boost of energy (and not just short term), as well as turn your tasty treat into a downright health tonic you won’t want to miss out on. You can easily make-your-own juice in minutes in your own kitchen from the freshest produce you can get your hands on.
Raw juices of fruits and vegetables are extremely rich in vitamins, minerals, trace elements, enzymes and beneficial phytochemicals (plant chemicals). These juices act as cleansing agents eliminating toxins and other unwanted morbid matter from the system immediately. Raw juices are easily digested and absorbed and are also superb for those with a poor appetite, nausea, digestive problems or an inflamed stomach or intestines. They have proved to be effective in the treatment of a number of disorders and diseases including Liver, Heart, Kidney, Colds, Flu, Arthritis, Acne, Colitis, Diarrhea, Insomnia, Obesity plus many more.
Recipe To Make Your Own Aloe Vera Gel
Firstly get a nice size Aloe Vera plant from a reputable plant nursery. Cut a few thick fleshy leaves at the base near the stem. Rinse the cut part of the leaf thoroughly, peel off outer layer of skin. Rinse the remaining gel to get rid of any latex residue. Put the gel into a blender and add a little Vitamin C powder or Citric Acid powder to stabilize the gel. If it is too thick to blend, just add a little purified water.
Eating spinach every week, including red pepper and fresh carrot juice in your diet, will bring a supplementary boost of beta-carotene to your system. Be careful to the daily intake of vitamin A in case you use supplements, since too much of it, can be detrimental to your health. It is best not to use over-the-counter vitamin A supplements and administrate it on doctor’s recommendation. Fenugreek seeds are also highly useful when you want to solve some of the eye-sight problems naturally. You should boil two tablespoons of fenugreek leaves with ten small onions and include the combination in your daily meals.
Who takes care of our health has also changed! We are now beginning the first century where people are allowing doctors and prescription companies to take care of our health. Can you imagine who took care of your parent’s and grandparent’s health? They took care of themselves because they didn’t go to the doctor more than 3-4 times in a lifetime. I have a friend who is on his 12th doctor’s visit this year!
Essential fatty acids are essential for better eyesight without glasses. They help in the development of cell membranes, in the eyes. For instance, Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is absolutely critical for visual acuity. Increase the essential fatty acids in your diet by increasing your intake of fish, or flaxseed oil. Lutein in your diet is a must. This belongs to the carotenoid family, and it protects the macula. The macula is the part of the retina which is responsible for the central vision. Incorporate lutein in your food by eating lots of spinach and broccoli.