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Your June Issue of Natural Alternatives May 31, 2023 |
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“The natural healing force within each one of us is the greatest force in getting well.” ~Hippocrates
IN THIS ISSUE:
1) EXPLORING ALTERNATIVE HEALING PRACTICES 2) SEVEN BEST FOODS AND SUPPLEMENTS TO ENHANCE YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM 3) 5 AYURVEDIC HOME REMEDIES FOR ACNE 4) UPCOMING NO COST ONLINE EVENTS: CHECK OUT THE LATEST EXCITING OFFERINGS
Ayurveda Ayurveda is an ancient Indian alternative health practice that focuses on the idea that health and wellness depend on a balance between mind, body, and spirit. Ayurvedic practitioners use a variety of techniques, including diet, herbal remedies, and meditation, to promote overall health. Ayurveda has gained popularity in recent years, and many people find that incorporating Ayurvedic techniques into their daily routine can lead to a greater sense of balance and well-being. Shahada Karim, President of Habibi Body Sport, is an Ayurveda practitioner. Karim believes the most effective way to connect is through plain speech, clear direction, and decisive action. “Exercise is a very effective way to deal with stress. Moving your body helps to release endorphins, which can balance your mood. The exercise doesn’t have to be complicated or strenuous. Something as simple as a walk can go a long way to help clear your mind,” Karim said. Homeopathy Homeopathy is a lifestyle healing process that is based on the idea that “like cures like.” Homeopaths use highly diluted substances to treat a variety of conditions, including seasonal allergies, coughs, colds, and migraines. The practice is over 200 years old and many consider it reliable. Naturopathy is similar to Homeopathy. This form of alternative health focuses on the use of natural remedies and the body’s ability to heal itself. Naturopaths use techniques including herbal medicine, acupuncture, and massage, to promote health and wellness. Acupuncture Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to balance the body’s energy flow. By stimulating these points, the body can better heal itself. Acupuncture treats various conditions, including chronic pain, stress, and infertility. Reiki Reiki is a Japanese-originated alternative health and wellness practice that involves using the hands to transfer energy to the body to promote healing. Contact massage therapists in your area to ask about this. Reiki reduces stress and promote relaxation. Over the years, Reiki has gained popularity and continues to be a top choice for many massage clients. According to Dr. Akash Bajaj, a board-certified anti-aging expert, alternative healing has been around for ages and is still a valid lifestyle choice. “We’ve been practicing what is now considered to be alternative medicine for millions and millions of years,” Bajaj said. “If alternative healing techniques and alternative medicine were not successful, none of us would be sitting here today having this conversation. Modern medicine and the concept of treating sickness have only been developed relatively recently in history. So, the short answer is it is the most powerful option available.” Bajaj also says that when it comes to adopting alternative medicine, the basics matter, “The last thing we all need is a new alternative medicine regimen or program. Stick to the basics. Stick to the fundamentals. Find a licensed board-certified practitioner that can spend time with you. Look at objective data labs and develop a custom bespoke plan utilizing all of the many proven techniques that we have today,” Bajaj said. “The biggest thing for you as a patient to keep in mind with this is just to do the work. Stay consistent day in and day out, regardless of how you feel, and watch yourself become unbreakable.”
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2) SEVEN BEST FOODS AND SUPPLEMENTS TO ENHANCE YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM
Researchers have been studying natural compounds that provide immunological support for decades, but several of these compounds stand out for their therapeutic potential in the stimulation and protection of the immune system. Try adding these seven natural substances to your diet for immune enhancement:
In addition to its role in various metabolic and physiological functions, your body uses vitamin C to protect your immune system, and researchers have studied the efficacy of vitamin C as a therapeutic treatment in the prevention of cancer, diabetes, atherosclerosis, the common cold, stroke and heart disease. Vitamin C improves neutrophil chemotaxis, a process that betters the ability of neutrophils (a type of white blood cell) to move toward sites of inflammation or infection and increases the body's ability to fight disease. Finally, vitamin C also protects against reactive oxidant species, reducing the risk and severity of a variety of illnesses.
Korean ginseng, also known as Panax ginseng, possesses strong antioxidant and immune-stimulating properties. Korean ginseng helps regulate immune cell function, including macrophages, T cells, B cells and natural killer cells, and improves inflammation through its high content of a variety of pharmacological compounds, like ginsenosides and acidic polysaccharides. In most cases, it is ginseng root extract that is used to maintain immune homeostasis, although the other parts of the plant can be used as well.Ginseng root is often consumed raw or as a juice, tea or powder, and some studies have suggested that daily consumption of Korean ginseng may decrease oxidative damage and improve immunomodulatory activity while presenting no adverse side effects.
Astaxanthin is a carotenoid antioxidant that possesses potent immuno-modulation properties, including the ability to increase interleukin production, a type of cytokine expressed by white blood cells. Additional studies have found that dietary intake of astaxanthin may heighten immune response while also reducing DNA damage and inflammation, and astaxanthin may play a protective role in immune function by limiting free radical damage to immune cells.
Medicinal mushrooms and their benefits have been studied extensively for many years, however, recent research has revealed that this traditional oriental therapy may also modulate the immune response by activating lymphocytes and dendritic cells, thereby up-regulating the production of cytokines. In fact, scientists discovered that lentinan, an immunostimulant derived from shiitake mushrooms, may have prophylactic potential in the treatment of malaria, hyperhomocysteinemia, gingivitis and cancer. In one study, daily consumption of shiitake mushrooms drastically improved the immunity of healthy adults by improving cell proliferation and secretory immunoglobulin, a powerful antibody found in saliva.
Curcumin is best known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, but researchers have become increasingly interested in this curcuminoid's ability to modulate the immune system, especially in cases of cancer prevention and treatment. In addition to these benefits, curcumin improves antibody response and modulates the activity of natural killer cells and T cells, two kinds of cells that form the foundation of your adaptive immune response. While researchers remain concerned about the poor bioavailability of curcumin and continue to study its use in hopes of finding a more effective version of this highly nutritious compound -- the main active ingredient in the spice turmeric -- many research studies have demonstrated that daily curcumin consumption presents no adverse effects while improving physical function, decreasing levels of inflammation and exerting immunomodulatory effects by altering circulating interleukin concentrations.
Fermented foods and beverages like kimchi, sauerkraut, yogurt, kefir, kombucha and miso are often touted for their gut-microbiome stimulating effects, but their benefits don't end with digestive health. Researchers theorize that a dietary deprivation of these types of foods could lead to a fall in immune response, even among healthy individuals, and multiple studies have shown that an associated action of fermented foods can improve mucosal immune function and prevent disease. By improving the lining of the gastrointestinal tract, the beneficial bacteria contained in fermented foods decrease the number of harmful bacteria able to pass from the gut into the bloodstream, preventing pathogens from invading and infecting the body.
Echinacea extract is a well-known herbal remedy recognized for decades as a therapeutic treatment for the common cold, and scientists have found that echinacea stimulates immune function in both healthy and immune-suppressed patients. Researchers have demonstrated that echinacea supplementation can be used to successfully enhance cytokine production, increase leukocyte mobility and activate natural killer cells, which decreases the likelihood of illness. While researchers are still unsure as to the exact mechanisms of echinacea that drive these immuno-stimulating properties, its benefits may be tied to its high glycoprotein, polysaccharide and caffeic acid derivatives content, three compounds with demonstrated ability to activate the natural killer cells needed to fight and prevent illness. Researchers are excited by the possible health benefits contained in these well-researched foods and supplements. To reap their benefits, try adding the foods into your weekly meal rotation or adding the supplements to your daily regimen. To learn more about additional natural compounds, foods and healing substances and the research being done in this field, visit the GreenMedInfo.com therapeutic substances database.
3) 5 AYURVEDIC HOME REMEDIES FOR ACNE
Ayurveda expert Dr. Chaitali Deshmukh explains why some people get acne outbreaks as well as suggests some effective home remedies to treat acne. Are you struggling with recurrent acne outbreaks and looking for natural ways to deal with it? You have landed in the right place. Acne can be unpredictable and aggravating, yet it is one of the most common skin diseases in teens worldwide. Acne is brought on by the sebaceous glands producing too much oil, which blocks the hair follicles. Luckily, there are numerous natural remedies in Ayurveda that could aid in controlling acne. Dr. Chaitali Deshmukh, Ayurvedic Consultant, M.D. in Ayurveda, explains the causes of acne and shares some simple Ayurvedic home remedies to treat the skin condition. Read on: Causes of acne, as per Ayurveda Acne is known as "Yauvan Pidika" in Ayurveda, and it is thought to be a symptom of an inflamed Pitta Dosha. Acne can also affect your shoulders and back in addition to your face. Vata, Pitta, and Kapha are the three basic Doshas, according to Ayurveda, and well health is regarded as the ideal condition of balance between these three Doshas. Acne is thought to be the result of the Pitta Dosha, which functions beneath the skin and causes heated poisons to manifest as acne. One should follow a Pitta-pacifying diet to prevent acne. Avoid hot and fermented meals if you suffer from recurrent acne outbreaks. It's advisable to stay away from dishes that are really sour and heavily fried. Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Acne According to Dr Deshmukh, following are some Ayurvedic home remedies for acne that may help treat acne better. Amla Juice: Drink Amla juice on a daily basis. The most coveted ingredient in Ayurvedic skin care is Amla or Indian gooseberry. According to some sources, fresh amla juice has 20 times more vitamin C than orange juice. Because vitamin C is a natural antioxidant, it shields you from the damaging effects of free radicals and stops acne from developing. Herbal Mixture: Equal portions of coriander seeds, fennel, basil, turmeric, and amla should be ground together. Antioxidants found in all of these seeds and herbs fight inflammation under the skin. 15 minutes before lunch and dinner, take half a teaspoon of this powder and chug it down with hot water. Ayurvedic Concoction of Kutki, Guduchi, and Shatavari. Our Ayurvedic doctor claims that a Kutki, Guduchi, and Shatavari herbal combination can work miracles. Take 1/4th teaspoon of the mixture two or three times per day. Combine the three herbs in equal parts. Place the powder on your tongue after meals and flush it down with cold water. Melons: Applying melon to your skin might also be helpful. All you have to do is apply some melon to the skin before bed and let it sit there for the night. Acne will heal thanks to its cooling anti-Pitta properties. Cumin Coriander-Fennel tea: Drinking cumin, coriander, and fennel tea can help the body stay cool and keep heat-producing pollutants away. Take a third of a teaspoon of these three seeds infused in hot water. For optimal effects, consume this tea three times each day. Try these easy and reliable home remedies to get rid of acne for good! Disclaimer: The remedies/tips mentioned in this article may sometimes cause unwanted reactions especially in people with underlying conditions or react to certain medications. Readers are advised to exercise discretion and try out the mentioned tips/remedies only under the supervision and advice of a doctor.
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