Note: Please see the updates on healthism here. Flexibility, social connection, enjoyment of health, and not obsessing on perfection of diet is what makes health a means, not an end.
1. My latest Blog is posted!
Learn More about the Mind-Mood-Food-Weight Connection
Here’s an excerpt:
I wrote in a previous blog how the brain can become addicted to food, just like any other substance. Recent evidence is that food is not just about nutrients or calories, but about programming our body for health. In his recent article, Dr. Hyman explains the connection:
Food literally talks to our genes. Food is not just a source of calories, it is also a source of INFORMATION.
The key is to send the right information to your genes by eating whole, real, food — mostly plants. Specific nutrients or plant compounds bind to receptors in cells, translating messages from the foods we eat or vitamins we take in into instructions that are carried out by our cells through their effect on our DNA.
One study looked at the connection between mood, health, and nutrients. The authors found that fish oil reduced anxiety and also suppressed inflammation in the body. This makes sense considering that fatty acids are vital components involved in brain functioning, neurotransmitter signaling, and controlling inflammatory processes.
2. Natural Medicine Tool Kit Highlighted
In my clinic, I recommend the use of therapeutic essential oils to ease the effects of acute conditions. I also suggest various emotional blends to support the mind-body connection of each individual.
For those who wish to learn more, a new AUDIO FILE is now available through August which reviews the properties and uses of various essential oils:
Listen here to “E7 for Beginners and Experts” (38 minutes)
By: Doug Corrigan and Karen Boren
Some highlights:
Oils have a variety of uses. Therapeutic, Grade A essential oils help to bring the body back into balance, are easy to use (topical and internal applications), and help emotional well-being. For example, lemon and citrus oils can be used for anxiety and are also helpful for digestive and liver health.
Peppermint oil is antispasmodic, helps to relieve gas (Carminative), is anti-inflammatory, nerve supporting, and modulates peristalsis.
Purification neutralizes all stings and toxins of critters.
Learn more about the science of essential oils here.
If you wish to learn more about the uses of essential oils, you may contact Terry Quigley, an independent consultant and the distributor I refer to. You can sign up for Terry’s newsletter at: tquigley1@nycap.rr.com.
Here is an excerpt from a recent newsletter:
Did you know that Lemon oil has many traditional uses?
Lemon has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. According Jean Valnet, M.D., the vaporized essence of lemon can kill meningococcus bacteria in 15 minutes, typhoid bacilli in one hour, Staphylococcus aureus in two hours, and Pneumococcus bacteria within three hours. Even a 0.2% solution of lemon oil can kill diphtheria bacteria in 20 minutes and inactivate tuberculosis bacteria. Lemon oil has been widely used in skin care to cleanse skin and reduce wrinkles. It promotes clarity of thought and purpose, as well as health, healing, physical energy, and purification. Its fragrance is invigorating, enhancing, and warming. Lemon has been shown to have antidepressant effects in research done by Komori, et al.,1995. It may also help brighten a pale, dull complexion by removing the dead skin cells. It serves as an effective insect repellent and works well in removing gum, wood stain, oil, and grease spots.
3. ****New Links on my website include:
In the Resource section: Problems with mold and remediation efforts, air purifier links
In the Vaccination Resource section: Vaccination updates
4. The Run For Naturopathic Medicine- Get involved in Spreading the Word J
Mission Statement: To educate and empower Americans about natural health care options to prevent disease, find and treat the cause of illness, and revitalize the nation’s health.
Weeks one and two of The Run are in the bag. Despite 95 degree + weather and RV challenges, the running team is truly Moving Natural Medicine Forward and so far bringing options in health care to towns from San Francisco to Winnemucca. Thanks to Carl Hangee Bauer in San Francisco, Karyn Wagner with ITI, Tara Levy in Lafayette and the doctors at Marin Natural Medicine Clinic, Dr. Todd Maderis and Dr. Sally Lamont, we enjoyed a successful first leg of our journey with lots of celebrations along the way.
You can read more at the Run blog and donate to the cause at TheRun.org or follow it on Facebook and Twitter.
Now share your thoughts….
How does your mood affect your food choices?
What are your experiences with essential oils?
