Maintaining Emotional Balance

Article courtesy of Native Remedies

To a great extent, modern fast-paced lifestyles have been instrumental in raising a number of psychological and physiological issues. While health issues have long been in the media spotlight, behavioral and emotional issues struggle to find their rightful place and are often underplayed. Road rage has become more of a rule than exception. We tend to get unreasonably angry even without instigation, experience extreme sorrow even at events that may not merit such a reaction, and get annoyed without a justifiable reason.

Since these reactions have become a part and parcel of life, they are shrugged off as a transient phase in which one has lost emotional balance. It is only when the frequency of such incidents or events increases that we realize that we are overwhelmed and stressed. At this point, it suddenly dawns upon us that we have been like this for a while without having any idea about how it all happened.

Maintaining emotional balance is not only about managing emotions by eliminating negative thoughts, it is also about learning how to keep emotions under control. Howsoever positive you may be in your outlook, there is a high probability that adverse events will provoke negative emotions. It is your capacity to feel emotions in a balanced manner that helps in promoting your overall emotional health.

It is important to understand that a healthy body houses a healthy mind. The mind is responsible for one’s thoughts and feelings. It is the seat of the faculty of reason which determines how you feel and control a particular emotion. The emotions that you feel are actually physical responses in the nervous system, and therefore your overall health determines how well you are able to control them.

Eat healthy foods and avoid and restrict intake of coffee and alcohol. Exercise is extremely important. First, understand the level of your tolerance and then stick to the exercise regimen based on it. Getting sufficient relaxation and sleep is equally important. If you wake up feeling restful, you are liable to respond positively throughout the day.

Besides these, there are other steps that you may take to maintain your emotional balance.

* Organize and manage your time. Do one thing at a time instead of working in a haphazard manner.

* Set realistic goals that are achievable. Don’t set expectations that are at such a stretch that they are impossible to achieve.

* Express your emotions. Emotions that let to build up within tend to come out forcefully.

* Make positive affirmations to yourself and do it repeatedly so that they have an affect on your subconscious mind.

* Avoid mood-altering drugs.

Remember that you cannot control all situations. A healthy body and a positive attitude can effectively change the way you look at them. These not only help in approaching a situation calmly, but can also increase confidence and your ability to cope with negative emotions.

The natural way

A lot can be done to naturally maintain emotional health and a healthy positive mental attitude.

It is a good idea to keep your natural feel-good chemicals flowing by eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables and whole grain foods, ensuring plenty of fresh air, adequate sleep, moderate sunshine and regular exercise. Many healthy foods (e.g. bananas, turkey and carbohydrates) contain nutritional precursors of serotonin and this makes them natural ‘mood foods’ to maintain healthy serotonin levels!

Also, never underestimate the power of a few stolen minutes during the workday (or school day) to rejuvenate the spirit and relax the mind – meditation, yoga or listening to a calming CD can all promote relaxation. Smoking, recreational drugs and alcohol can all depress the nervous system and affect the balance of neurotransmitters like serotonin – so try to cut back or avoid these habits for the sake of your emotional as well as your physical health.

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MindSoothe is a 100% safe, non-addictive, natural herbal remedy that has been especially formulated by a Clinical Psychologist for adults and teens, and comes in a compact capsule form, making it easy to take.

MindSoothe can be used to safely maintain emotional health, balanced mood and systemic harmony in the brain and nervous system, without harmful side effects. This remedy contains a selection of herbs known for their excellent and supportive function in maintaining brain and nervous system health, emotional balance and overall emotional well-being.

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Panic Attack Treatments - Take Your Life Back

Article courtesy of Native Remedies

You might already know that there are a number of treatment options available for people suffering from debilitating panic attacks. Many of these options belong to the natural remedies category and they promise to offer instant as well as long term relief from panic attacks. You can take your pick from herbal tablets, liquids and capsules.

Panic Attack Treatments - Popular Products

Most of the popular natural panic attack treatments have propriety ingredients, which are usually plant or vegetable extracts. For example, Nerve Tonic is one such product and it taken by the sublingual method - meaning it is dissolved under the tongue. Nerve Tonic is not at all addictive and can be discontinued at any time.

Similarly, another product worth mentioning is PureCalm, which manages to tackle panic attacks using the theory of aromatherapy. All you need to do is have about twelve to twenty drops of PureCalm per day and you will feel yourself more calm and relaxed. PureCalm is 100% natural and does not have any side effects.

Natural Treatments And Group Programs

Understanding the reason behind your panic attacks can also help you cope with them better. Natural treatments for anxiety include group therapy programs that focus on panic attack treatment and help people overcome them without any medications (pharmaceutical or otherwise). You can search for a program in your area and join one - you might just be surprised at how taking a simple class can help you manage your panic and anxiety attacks.

Massage And Acupressure

Many people consider massages as relief only for physical problems. However, special techniques such as acupressure and shiatsu are known to provide anxiety relief as they for focus on certain stress points of the body and exercise those points. This is probably one the best ways to fight panic attacks; however, they do take some time to have an effect. Therefore, you need to be patient when using acupressure and massage remedies to help you overcome anxiety.

There are new innovations in the field of panic and anxiety relief on a regular basis so it is quite likely that you will be able to find newer ways to treat your panic and anxiety attacks in the years to come.

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Advice for people with social anxiety disorder

Article courtesy of Native Remedies

Social anxiety is a type of anxiety disorder that is characterized by the fear of being embarrassed, judged negatively or evaluated by other people in a social setting. A person with this disorder experiences physical symptoms of anxiety when he is in a social situation even though he may be perfectly calm and normal in the privacy of his home.

As a result of these symptoms, such people tend to avoid social situations at all costs and this can lead to severe impairment of social, interpersonal and occupational life. Forcing such people to be sociable can cause the onset of a panic attack and such harsh measures should be avoided at all times.

As per The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry (1198:59, Supplement 17, 4:9), there are two kinds of social anxiety disorders. These are generalized social anxiety disorder and specific social anxiety disorder.

In case of a generalized social anxiety disorder, the person affected avoids all kinds of social interactions whereas in the case of a specific social anxiety disorder only a few situations that cause anxiety are avoided. Given that 40 percent of those who develop a social anxiety disorder start exhibiting symptoms of the condition before the age of ten and 95% by the age of twenty, it is important for parents to keep a look out of symptoms that may give warning signs of things to come.

This however does not mean that general shyness should be mistaken for a social disorder. Many children are shy but grow out of their shyness as they reach their teens. The symptoms of social anxiety disorder are excessive avoidance of any or a specific kind of social situation, feeling extremely self-conscious in public accompanied by a lack of self-worth and a strong escape instinct in social settings.

People with this disorder tend to avoid being introduced to new people, cannot take a joke on themselves, do not like to be the center of attraction in a party and at times avoid parties and gatherings. They become embarrassed easily and avoid meeting people's eyes and are shifty and uneasy in the presence of strangers. In case you feel that you or someone whom you know shows these symptoms of a social disorder, then there are ways and means of seeking social anxiety relief.

You could go in for Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) that is based on the premise that your own thoughts are the cause of the disorder and are not triggered off by the behavior of other people. Those who practice this therapy can help in identifying the situations that cause anxiety, arrive at the underlying reasons for the social anxiety and use techniques like role playing and social skill training to overcome these barriers.

Exposure Therapy is another means of providing anxiety relief. This involves a controlled and safe exposure to anxiety causing situations. Sometimes uneasy situations are created in comfortable settings and repeated exposure to such a setting can lead to a situation where one can handle that situation by oneself without experiencing a panic attack.

Medications like antidepressants and beta-blockers can also be used in extreme cases but should be used only as the last resort. In fact, the panic attack treatments that are gaining prominence are natural treatments for anxiety and include herbal remedies and techniques like slow breathing and positive self-talk.

You can also look for support groups who undergo similar issues while facing similar situations on the Internet and open up to them. One can obtain great ideas on how to handle various situations just by talking to other people who empathize with your situation.

The natural way

A lot can be done to support a healthy ability to relax and slow down. One way of doing this is to keep your mind producing its own natural feel good chemicals by eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables and whole grain foods, getting plenty of fresh air and sunshine and exercising regularly.
Practicing relaxation techniques, meditation or even taking time for a regular walk on the beach can all help to reduce stress levels and facilitate a feeling of calm – helping us to wind down and relax.
Natural remedies can also help to support the nervous system and to keep nerves settled and soothed – to enable us to cope more easily with the everyday stresses of our modern existence. In fact, natural remedies have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support the healthy functioning of the brain and nervous system.
In more recent times, research has confirmed this traditional wisdom. There are now many published clinical studies demonstrating the ability of a range of herbs to support the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system and maintain a healthy equilibrium - which will assist with staying calm under pressure. (Akhondzadeh S, Naghavi HR, Vazirian M, Shayeganpour A, Rashidi H, Khani M. “Passionflower in the treatment of generalized anxiety: a pilot double-blind randomized controlled trial with oxazepam.” J Clin Pharm Ther. 2001;26(5):369-373.)
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PureCalm can been used to safely maintain harmony, health and systemic balance in the brain and nervous system, without harmful side effects. This remedy contains a selection of herbs known for their supportive role in maintaining healthy nervous system function. Due to the concentrated tincture formula, PureCalm Drops work quickly to maintain balance and harmony in the nervous system – exactly when you need it!


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“I have two special needs children (they are six and seven years old). We have been using PureCalm and Focus Formula on both of them for about 8 months and their teachers are amazed and tell us to keep doing what we are doing! ...I recommend PureCalm to any parent...” -Richard, NV, USA

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It’s All in Your Head

Various theories agree that emotions can cause noticeable physical changes in the body. These physical changes can be perceived as body sensations. For example, fear causes an increase in heartbeat, and happiness induces an expansive feeling in the chest and a feeling of lightness. Your attitude and cognitive abilities towards life events largely determines your response and feeling. A positive mental attitude is very good insurance against temperamental mood swings and can ensure good physical and emotional health.

A negative approach to life leads to a depletion of energy, reducing overall vigor, causing feelings of depression and lethargy. Positivity, on the other hand, energizes and motivates. You can help yourself to attain a positive mental attitude. This can ultimately affect your performance at work; give you overall happiness, and a better temperament.

The following are some helpful suggestions that can be implemented with simple lifestyle and motivational changes.

* Idling, unless you are resting with a purpose, can lead to negative thoughts. There is an old saying that ‘an empty mind is a devil’s workshop’. Keep busy with physical and mental activities, and rest only when you need to. While resting, try to connect with your spirituality. Inner peace comes more easily with faith, and ultimately leads to positive thoughts.

* Writing down your thoughts is also a good idea. Make a list and then sift through it later. Try and rephrase all pessimistic thoughts in a positive manner until it becomes habit. Avoid using “no”, “don’t”, and “cannot” as much as you can. By rewriting your negative thoughts, you will actually train your mind to think more positively.

* Love transforms us all. The habit of showing love and expressing it has been lost in the rat race. Absence of love is one of the basic causes of depression, anxiety, and anger. Love others unconditionally and allow yourself to be loved.

* Nothing elevates mood better than laughter. Watch comedy shows regularly or simply act silly to make yourself laugh. It is a good breathing and facial exercise, and helps to elevate spirits.

* Lack of proper communication often leads to bad blood, even among friends. Make sure that you do not make statements frivolously without thinking of the impact it may have on the other person. Avoid caustic remarks.

* Carrying emotional baggage is sure to make you retain negativity. “Forget and forgive” is the best way to move forward in life. The past has happened and is gone forever. Focus on the present and the goodness that lies within you.

* Help others, and you will find that it gives rise to a lot of positive thoughts.

* If you find your thoughts wandering, try to change your environment-- go for a walk or meet a friend. Wandering thoughts are more likely to focus on the negative. Changing the environment lets you divert your attention to better and positive things.

Immunity Plus - Effective Immune System Support

The immune system is an amazingly intricate and complex system that keeps us healthy and protects us against all sorts of invaders including viruses, bacteria, microbes, parasites and toxins.

Like with many things, we often don’t notice or think about our immune system until something goes wrong with it. A healthy immune system helps to ensure systemic health and protection! And the first line of defense in any fight is to maintain structural integrity – which means taking steps to ensure a supported, healthy immune system.

The natural way

There has been an increase in people trying to find natural immune system support. Herbal and homeopathic remedies have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support immune system functioning, acting as natural immunity tonics to keep us healthy and support and maintain overall systemic functioning.

In more recent times, research has confirmed this traditional wisdom. There are now many published clinical studies demonstrating the ability of a range of herbs to support natural immunity as well as the normal and healthy functioning of the immune system.

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Yoga for Sciatica and a Stress Free State of Mind

Yoga is one of the six traditional philosophical schools that originate from India. Yogic postures form a part of this philosophical system for purification of the mind, body and spirit. Terming yoga as only an exercise regimen is a misnomer. It focuses equally on the body and the mind - a stress-free state of mind and a physically fit body is intended to achieve the ultimate goal of a blissful union with the Unknown.

Yoga has five major branches and what we know as yoga is actually just one branch of yoga that focuses on the physical and the vital energy aspect via postures and breathing exercises. Yogic postures are well-defined and different postures work upon different body parts and organs. Some of them are specifically meant for sciatic pain.

Sciatica is a symptom that arises due to a compression of the sciatic nerve. The compression can be caused by various conditions like aging, degeneration or an injury. Sciatica, the longest nerve in the human body can suffer compression at its five roots that exit from the lower back or along its route down to the legs via the buttocks.

Yogic postures meant for sciatica have three major categories:

* Standard poses (Performed while standing, some of which need extra strength and focus for balancing the body)
* Inversions (Head stand and shoulder stand)
* Sitting postures

Almost all yogic postures are accompanied by breathing instructions; inhaling and exhaling at the right time is critical. It is not the subject matter of this article to list all the postures and how to achieve them. Suffice it to say that almost all the yogic postures attempt to provide relief from sciatica by:

* Stretching and massaging the back and hips
* Strengthening abdominal muscles and massaging abdominal organs
* Providing healthy elasticity to arms, legs, lower and upper back
* Massaging the sacrum and hips
* Stretching hamstrings, thighs, the piriformis muscles and hip flexors
* Improving the circulation of blood
* Making the spine more pliant and flexible
* Improving postural faults

The major causes behind sciatica are disc-related conditions. Some of the non-disc related conditions like a pinched nerve can also occur due to strangulation by the piriformis muscle. The pain caused by either of the conditions can lead to excruciating sciatica pain. Yoga can greatly influence all these factors and much more.

While performing yogic postures, the emphasis is on the body’s level of tolerance. This is important for sciatica patients as well as normal individuals who want to benefit from the therapy to avoid sciatica. Initially, yoga appears to be a difficult therapy but persistence normally helps in achieving the ultimate goal. All yoga instructors stress on this factor, and they can gradually guide you to attaining the prefect posture for the recommended period of time.

Yoga as a holistic sciatica alternative remedy is a useful therapy for prevention and for managing sciatica pain. Regular yoga helps, not only in avoiding sciatic nerve treatment but also helps in relieving tensions of daily life. Stress is a major factor behind many diseases. The physical is only one part of yoga. It places equal emphasis on mental health and achieving inner peace.

OTC Treatment for Pinched Nerve and Preventive Measures

All back pain is not sciatica; nor is all sciatica-like pain in the lower back, buttocks and legs caused by a herniated disc. Too much attention is paid to serious sounding names of diseases and most of us tend to associate even ‘similar’ symptoms to them.

Sciatica is popularly known to be a symptom of a disc problem. Tenderness, tingling, pins and needles, numbness or a burning sensation in a limb is commonly associated with sciatica. Even though some people are quick to jump to such conclusions, it is not necessary that such kind of pain means a problem with your spine.

Sciatica-like pain or pseudo sciatica produces similar symptoms. It is often caused due to a pinched nerve and does not necessarily mean that you have to rush for a sciatic nerve treatment that involves prescription drugs. A pinched nerve is the result of compression, tightening or stretching of a nerve. Nerves like the radial, ulnar, femoral and sciatic that pass over bones are more vulnerable.

Most of the time, such sciatica-like pain can be treated with simple remedies that can be acquired over-the-counter. These include sciatica alternative remedies that are also worth trying in such cases. The most recommended treatment is to give the body and specifically the damaged area some rest. You can do so by modifying your activities to avoid those that cause or aggravate compression of the affected nerve. Try some muscle strengthening and stretching exercises to work on the affected area to relieve the compression.

Sometimes the area affected is highly mobile even during sleep. Wearing a splint or a brace on wrists or ankles during the day as well as while sleep will immobilize those parts and provide the much needed relief.

Homeopathic remedies form an integral part of any OTC treatment. Rhus tox, if the pain gets better on applying warmth and Arnica, if it follows an injury are among the most common homeopathic remedies for pain caused by a pinched nerve. Herbal tea made of equal parts of St. John’s Wort, Siberian Ginseng and Skullcap will also ease pain equally well.

Rather than exposing and increasing your vulnerability to the condition, it is much better to take preventive measures.

1. Good posture is a precondition for avoiding a pinched nerve.
2. Pick heavy objects properly – bend your knees and not your back.
3. Avoid sitting in the same position for long periods.
4. If you have a sitting job, invest in an ergonomic chair or take a break every now and then to give rest to tensed muscles.
5. Make exercise a part of your daily routine.
6. Avoid putting on excess weight.
7. Include lecithin in your diet; it can help to regenerate nerves.

On the face of it, a pinched nerve is a minor condition, but it can sometimes lead to other conditions like peripheral neuropathy, carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow. It is imperative that the cause of pain be determined as these conditions may cause a permanent disability if not addressed to in time.

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20 New Native Remedies Products Released!

Native Remedies has introduced 20 additional products to its extensive line of proven and trusted natural remedies!

Acid Free-Flux Homeopathic remedy

#1-Acid Free-Flux Temporarily:
* Relieves acute acid reflux after eating
* Alleviates burning and indigestion
* Reduces digestive discomfort
* Soothes lining of the stomach and esophagus

Anal Itch Assist Homeopathic remedy

#2-Anal Itch Assist Temporarily:
* Relieves anal itching and burning from the inside out
* Keeps delicate tissues and membranes healthy

Anger-Soothe Homeopathic remedy

#3-Anger-Soothe Temporarily:
* Reduces feelings of frustration and discontent
* Relieves nighttime tension, including night terrors and sleep talking
* Reduces angry emotions and is especially suited for stressed, workaholic personalities
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Conjunct-a-Clear Homeopathic remedy

#4-Conjunct-a-Clear Temporarily:
* Soothes irritated eyes
* Relieves itchiness
* Reduces bloodshot appearance
* Reduces gummy eye discharge

Conjunct-a-Clear Wash Homeopathic eyewash

#5-Conjunct-a-Clear Wash Temporarily:
* Relieves irritation and cleanses the eye
* Alleviates itchiness and sticky discharge
* Soothes sore, tired and strained eyes
* Brightens eyes to reduce bloodshot appearance
* Removes dust or microscopic debris from the eye

FemaLube

#6-FemaLube Benefits:
* Provides everyday lubricating comfort
* Helps maintain vaginal tone and elasticity
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Gout-Gone Homeopathic remedy

#7-Gout-Gone Temporarily:
* Relieves gout symptoms
* Relieves acute burning pains in joints
* Relieves swelling and inflammation, especially in toes and small joints
* Assists the body in reducing uric acid build up in joints

HayFever Fighter Homeopathic remedy

#8-HayFever Fighter Temporarily:
* Controls sneezing, coughing and wheezing
* Reduces itchy, watering eyes and nose
* Addresses the stuffy feeling associated with pollen allergies
* Relieves itching and burning sensations in the mouth and throat

Headache Soothe Homeopathic remedy

#9-Headache Soothe Temporarily:
* Relieves acute headaches associated with stress, tension and fatigue
* Alleviates a ‘heavy’ feeling in the head
* Reduces common pounding sensations
* Supports blood circulation and oxygenation for brain and nervous system health

InflammaGo Homeopathic remedy

#10-InflammaGo Temporarily:
* Reduces acute pain and stiffness in the joints and muscles
* Relieves inflammation in muscles and joints
* Helps relieve sports injuries, as well as muscle and joint fatigue
* Assists healing after over-exertion and physical stress

Invigorate Skin Tonic

#11-Invigorate Skin Tonic Benefits:
* Rejuvenates and nourishes the skin
* Encourages healthy, youthful skin from the inside out
* Maintains skin tone, clarity and a fresh, healthy look
* Provides high concentration of skin-supporting herbal nutrients

Leg Cramp Away Homeopathic remedy

#12-Leg Cramp Away Temporarily:
* Relieves acute pain associated with leg cramps
* Relaxes muscle spasms in the legs and calves
* Encourages healthy circulation in the lower limbs

Mucus-Clear Homeopathic remedy

#13-Mucus-Clear Temporarily:
* Clears stubborn phlegm and throat congestion
* Helps to remove mucus in the throat
* Reduces the need to frequently clear the throat
* Encourages respiratory health

Oral-Assist Homeopathic remedy

#14-Oral-Assist Temporarily:
* Relieves acute pain and throbbing associated with common toothaches
* Supports healing action
* Encourages the body’s immune system
* Promotes bone and tissue structures of the teeth
* Maintains gum tissue and all-round oral health

Pure-n-Fresh Breath Spray

#15-Pure-n-Fresh Breath Spray Benefits:
* Offers a refreshing burst of freshness
* Helps maintain oral hygiene

SAD Soother Homeopathic remedy

#16-SAD Soother Temporarily:
* Relieves weather-related sadness
* Calms temperament
* Promotes an easy-going, positive emotional outlook
* Encourages increased energy levels

Scab-Ease Itch Relief Homeopathic remedy

#17-Scab-Ease Itch Relief Temporarily:
* Relieves acute skin discomfort
* Reduces skin itch and rash
* Alleviates dryness
* Soothes the skin to allow for healing

Sweat-Less Homeopathic remedy

#18-Sweat-Less Temporarily:
* Reduces excessive sweating and clamminess
* Balances fluid levels in the body to control perspiration
* Addresses brain and nervous system health to curb emotional triggers of sweating

Tic Tamer Homeopathic remedy

#19-Tic Tamer Temporarily:
* Relieves nervous tics and jerking
* Reduces involuntary muscle spasms
* Promotes a soothing and calming effect

Vagi-Soothe Homeopathic remedy

#20-Vagi-Soothe Temporarily:
* Alleviates vaginal itching and burning
* Reduces discharge and odor
* Promotes soothed skin
* Maintains delicate vaginal tissue and membrane health

Are Your Kids Hooked on Prescription Drugs?

Information on and natural remedies for the treatment of children's medical conditions.

While most parents worry about their children falling under the influence of illegal street drugs, few probably lose sleep over the effects caused from doctor-prescribed medications, used to treat every ailment from ADD to weight loss in children. Studies show that American children receive three times the drug treatments for common medical conditions than European children, according to a report recently published in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health.

There are several cultural differences that may be correlated to the significantly higher amount of kids on medication. Differences in diagnostic testing may be linked to higher rates of medication, as well as a greater number of child psychiatrists in the United States versus Europe. Heavy direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising is also widely accepted and touted in the United States, subsequently leading many to seek out “quick fix” approaches at the doctor’s office.

In mainstream North American culture, medications are generally not viewed negatively, but rather almost as impulse purchases rather than researched decisions-- often taken without proper supervision or weighing the short and long-term side effects and contraindications.

However, perhaps parents should carefully think over the possible side effects and cautions before signing their child up to a potentially life-long dependence on prescriptions. Particularly in cases of suspected ADD/ADHD in children – disorders without a concrete diagnostic test available — conventional treatment may not fully address the underlying causes and issues, but rather just suppress the problem. Parents should also consider the many herbal and homeopathic remedies which can help maintain harmony, health and systemic balance in the brain and nervous system, without side effects or sedation.

While there is a place for conventional medicine, it should not be viewed as the only solution... and more people need to recognize that taking a proactive approach to wellness can prevent ailments from developing or worsening.

In combination with a healthy lifestyle, natural remedies can help maintain healthy consistent behavior, clear focus, and optimum performance by providing a sound platform to support wellness and vitality.

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Tips for Shifting Our Perspective on Food

* Start thinking about food as fuel for the body. Food is the energy we need to keep our bodies moving. Eat for health and not just for what looks or tastes good.
* Look at labels. Try to stay away from processed foods with large amounts of additives. If you can’t pronounce an ingredient, stay away!
* Be open to new things. You may have become accustomed to eating the same things over and over, but incorporating new foods and flavors will help change your perception that healthy foods are boring.
* Go green. Green foods are essential to your health. Incorporate spinach, kale and broccoli into your diet.
* Create a peaceful environment to eat in. Avoid rushing or eating in front of the television set. Take your time and savor your meal.
* Learn discipline. If you generally eat whatever you crave, learn to listen to your body’s cravings. Your body knows what it needs. Keep a food journal. Review it often to see where you need improvement.

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A Change in Attitude for a Healthy Change on the Scale

An estimated 66 percent of Americans are considered overweight or obese - making weight loss one of the top New Year’s resolutions.

Do you know the top 2 tricks for your weight loss plan to succeed? They’re simpler than you may think—and they include adjusting your sleep routines and your attitude towards food!

A Better Body Starts with Balanced Sleep

The relationship between insomnia and obesity has been studied extensively and reports have shown that lack of sufficient sleep has the potential to interfere with the body’s metabolic process.

Aim for a minimum of 7 hours of sleep each night. Also make sure to be relaxed when bed time comes around. Listening to soothing music, reading your favorite book, enjoying a cup of chamomile tea or taking a warm shower will go a long way in setting the mood for a restful night of sleep.

Let Go of a Bad Attitude – How to Move Ahead

Developing a positive attitude towards food is another essential part of any successful weight loss plan. Research has shown that people that have a positive attitude towards food have a better body image and healthier weight.

Many times when dieting, we obsess over calorie intake; but counting calories is counterproductive when eating over-processed foods high in sodium and preservatives. These foods may be low in fat and calories, but they have the potential of slowly intoxicating the body with elements the liver and digestive system cannot fully metabolize, rendering weight-loss attempts unsuccessful. Not only that, but we start seeing food as “the enemy” instead of as a source of sustenance that is meant to be fully appreciated and enjoyed.

We can adopt a healthier attitude by learning from cultures that enjoy healthy longevity such as the Japanese, who meal times a ritual. Their approach involves taking great care in all stages of the meal process, beginning with the selection of ingredients.

Think Natural & Fresh

Fresh ingredients offer a greater amount of essential nutrients than processed ones. Leafy greens such as romaine lettuce, spinach, and collard greens are rich in vitamins and can be prepared in a variety of ways. Natural weight loss remedies rich with herbal ingredients are also a great way to help increase your metabolism and reach your target weight loss goals.

The internet can be a valuable resource for finding healthy recipes and tips that can help take the boredom out of preparing vegetables. Fresh fruits (especially seasonal ones) are another element of a healthy diet and need little more than a wash to make a sweet and healthy snack. And though cooking meals from scratch can seem like a time-consuming task; doesn’t it make sense to dedicate time and effort in preparing what will be providing nourishment for your body?

Start today and adopt new positive attitudes and behaviors, how about making this year’s weight loss resolution a lasting success?

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Don’t Let ADD/ADHD Stand in Your Way!

Information on and natural remedies for the treatment of ADD and ADHD.

Don’t let ADD/ADHD interfere with personal success. Studies from the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry show adults with ADD/ADHD have significantly less educational and occupational achievements than their peers, relative to anticipated accomplishments based on intellect.

This lack of scholastic and professional success in the group of participants studied found that those with ADD/ADHD attained less schooling, regardless of IQ levels-- likely correlated with learning, mental focus, and attention span problems that affected academic performance-- thus limiting advancement in higher education studies.

These problems also likely manifested into adult ADD/ADHD symptoms that hindered career success, including difficulty following directions, remembering information, organizing tasks, or completing work within time limits. It is also likely that many of the behavioral, social, and emotional effects also carried into adulthood, further attributing to vocational deficiencies.

However, the bottom line of the study is that the symptoms of ADD/ADHD are holding some adults back from achieving their true professional potential... not intellectual ability. Therefore, recognizing these concentration difficulties and addressing them can help overcome these obstacles.

There are many herbal and homeopathic remedies which can help maintain mental focus, attention span, and concentration without side effects or sedation. These remedies are known for their supportive function in maintaining brain, nervous system and circulatory health, as well as mood and overall well-being. Making simple changes in diet, sleep, exercise, and routine can also help. Even trying more involved approaches like incorporating relaxation therapies such as guided imagery, meditation techniques, or yoga can be beneficial.

The natural way

It stands to reason, therefore, that maintaining an adequate supply of blood to the brain will help to increase oxygen and nutrient supply and maintain a healthy balance of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the brain – thereby maintaining healthy brain functions like concentration, attention span, mental alertness and memory. These are just a few of the many reasons why regular exercise, healthy diet, and sufficient sleep are all very important to enhance brain function and the nervous system.

Rather than treating problems in isolation, naturopaths prefer to take a holistic look at the individual and incorporate changes in a number of areas including diet, lifestyle, surroundings, and emotional elements - thereby supporting the health of the individual as a whole.

In addition, natural remedies have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support the healthy functioning of the brain and nervous system, helping to maintain efficient concentration and memory functioning.

In more recent times, research has confirmed this traditional wisdom. There are now many published clinical studies demonstrating the ability of a range of herbs to support the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system, and maintain the healthy flow of oxygen and nutrient- rich blood to the brain and peripheries (Pointel JP, Boccalon H, Cloarec M, Ledevehat C, Joubert M. Angiology 1987;38[1 Pt 1]:46-50).

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Focus ADDult has been used for many years to safely maintain and support brain function and systemic balance, without side effects or sedation.

Focus ADDult contains a selection of herbs known for their supportive function in maintaining brain, nervous system, circulatory health, and overall well-being.

How has Focus ADDult helped others?

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“My whole life I struggled ... When I was a kid I was placed in remedial education. However, with my strong worth ethic and determination I was placed in AP and Honors classes. Even though I made outstanding improvement, my disorganization really affected me. When Focus ADDult arrived two days ago, I took it before a math study group and my friends were alarmed of how fast I grasped topics and how focused I was. After only two days the results have been amazing. I have already finished two chapters in one of my AP classes. I find that I am drinking coffee a lot less, and I am calmer in general. With a combination of self-discipline, work ethic, positive emotions and product support from Native Remedies, I can finally reach my main goals. If all goes well, I plan to purchase some more products! Thank you Native Remedies!" -David, NY, USA

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Herbal Spotlight - Adult ADD

Focus ADDult™ Support brain functions including concentration, focus, and attention span in teens and adults.

* Centella asiatica is recommended to facilitate mental clarity, attention span, concentration, healthy brain function, and a generally balanced mood.
* Rosemary is well-known in modern herbalism as an all-around tonic and energizer, in addition its use for strengthening memory. Studies show that studies demonstrated that Panax ginseng enabled quicker task performance and fewer mistakes.
* Passion flower is known as a natural aid for the nerves, supported by clinical trials.

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How to Build a Healthy Immune System Naturally

Your immune system is engaged in a constant battle against invasions of foreign antigens or disease causing pathogens. Immune system health is all about reducing the susceptibility to disease. An unhealthy immune system leads to frequent illnesses.

Pharmaceuticals, especially antibiotics, tend to inflict damage to the immune system through their side effects and inherent toxicity. Conventional medicine focuses on immediate relief and chooses the antibiotic alternative rather too frequently. The patient may show signs of immediate relief but long terms effects of antibiotics are worse than the benefit derived from them. A lot of minor ailments require a wait and watch policy and go away on their own. Homeopathy and herbal antibiotics try to provide long-lasting benefits. The main focus of alternative therapies has been to treat symptoms as body’s responses for self-healing and on strengthening the immune system.

Immune system health is directly dependent upon what we eat, drink, breathe, and wear. The human body is programmed to cleanse toxins naturally but there is a set limit of how much toxins it can process successfully. The present day scenario of overwhelmingly huge amounts of toxins in the environment, in commercial foods as preservatives and in pharmaceuticals has in a way ‘clogged’ the natural cleansing nerve tracts in the body.

Whereas, environmental toxins can be averted only if concerted efforts are made on national levels for a greener world, it is within our capacity to maintain our own bodies if we really want to. Food and drugs form the major proportion of the toxins that we ingest on daily basis.

The body’s ability to fight disease is greatly affected by our dietary habits. The right choice of food can boost your immune system to enable you to combat bacteria efficiently. Fast and processed foods are completely lacking in nutrients. Additionally, the use of microwave oven leaks electro magnetic radiation and converts cooked food into toxins and carcinogens.

Fats and refined foods harm the immune system too. White flour, white sugar, white rice, white potatoes, white salt are all refined and should only be eaten occasionally. Sugar, especially refined sugar, is one of the biggest villains. One spoon of refined sugar can halt the immune system responses for six hours. It is better to ingest home cooked meals that contain plenty of food and vegetables instead of relying on food supplements and commercial foods that many times contain numerous preservatives and additives. In addition look for herbs for the immune system, a staple of the healthy lifestyle that our grandparents led.

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Healthy Ways of Dealing with Stress

There are certain unassailable characteristics of existence, and among them, there are two that are fairly common for all. The fact that change is inevitable and that change is likely to cause stress is almost a ‘given’ in life today. Events, circumstances and people that once made us happy can suddenly stop having that magical affect on us after time. Even the happiness that we receive from accomplishing goals, acquiring material possessions, and attaining status in life is temporary. All these aspects are bound to change with time, and events that provided relaxation and happiness themselves at one time can become a source of stress.

Continuous emotional stress can be caused by the manner in which we think and the decisions that we choose to make. Constant stress can incapacitate you, sometimes permanently. It can cause physical and mental disorders including anxiety, gastric problems, back pain, depression, fatigue, tension headaches, weight gain/loss and cardiovascular diseases.

Stress medication, both over-the counter medicines and prescription drugs, although convenient, are not a healthy option. They only provide temporary relief and are also addictive. The basic goal of stress management should be to avoid unnecessary medication and look for natural stress relief measures. Coping with stress and overcoming worry basically involves changing perceptions, attitude and one’s approach to life. It is about seeing seemingly stressful events as challenges rather than threats.

The first and foremost task to accomplish is to stop worrying about things that you have no control over. Why worry about the weather when you know you cannot change it? Why complain, fume and fret about a traffic jam when you know you are already late for work? Similarly, many life situations are not under your control. People act and react according to what they perceive as right. Accept life as it comes to you. Remember, in the end, you are responsible only for your own actions and not for what others do. Accepting that you can only control your actions and not those of others can only lead you to a positive acceptance of the way things are.

Do your best according to your ability and leave the rest to unfold on its own. If some particular thing is bothering you, attend to it first. Make preparations in advance of the event.

If a relationship is turning sour, try your best to resolve the issues frankly. If things do not change despite your attempts, accept the situation and try to see the positive side of the situation. If a spouse refuses to cooperate irrespective of what you try to do to make things better, letting go may be the best option in any case!

Accept change and see how you can convert an apparent threat to a positive challenge. Positive thinking is a habit that you may need to inculcate and nurture. This may need to be done till it becomes second nature to you.

Be realistic when you set goals for yourself. Aspire for only as much that you are capable of achieving.

Exercise regularly. Physical exercise releases the body’s own analgesics that provide mental and physical stress relief. A half-hour walk in the evening will help in digestion and it will make sure that you sleep well and stay relaxed.

In spite of the fact that stress hurts, it is pertinent to understand that constant stress hurts even more. But there is something that we can learn from stress, too. In many cases, the result of a traumatic experience is a changed person, and in most such cases, those changes are usually for the better.

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Controlling Anxiety Through Herbs and Diet

The human body is designed to endure a certain amount of anxiety or panic attacks for a defined period of time. However, excessive anxiety on a regular basis can lead to many health problems.

The issue of anxiety disorder is assuming the proportion of an epidemic in the country and according to statistics released by the National Institute of Mental Health anxiety disorders is the most common type of mental illness in the U.S., with approximately 40 million people over the age of 18 affected each year. Nearly seventy five percent of those with an anxiety disorder have their first instance by the age of 21.5.

It is essential that medical intervention be sought at the earliest to avoid long-term harm that extended anxiety can have on the overall health. These days, natural treatments for anxiety are gaining importance, of which diet and herbs form two important pillars.

Diet plays an important role in the treatment of anxiety disorder. It is important to eat a balanced diet and avoiding certain kinds of foods itself can be a treatment. The first thing that you should eliminate from your diet to reduce chances of an anxiety disorder is caffeine. To do this you would need to put a complete restriction on intake of coffee, tea and soft drinks. In case complete restriction is an issues switching over to decaffeinated coffee is a better option.

Clinical research has shown that in many cases, eliminating coffee alone can in itself be a complete solution for anxiety relief. Anxiety disorders are linked to hypoglycemia as well and so those who are prone to low blood sugar levels should ensure that they reduce the consumption of simple sugars and replace them with whole grains.

The addition of proteins to your diet can help in avoiding anxiety attacks. Another anxiety or panic attack treatment that is gaining acceptance with people as well as the medical fraternity is herbal remedies. They essentially provide relaxing and calming effect on the human body. Since some herbal remedies may interact with other prescription drugs, it is advisable that these remedies be tried in consultation with a physician.

Herbs like kava-kava and valerian roots have been used to for quite some time now. Kava, a native to Polynesia, has been used to treat insomnia, anxiety and tension. It has been shown to promote relaxation without affecting mental alertness. Clinically tested Kava has been shown to be effective for the treatment of anxiety disorders using a dose of 300 mg kava extract per day.

The herb Valerian acts as a tranquilizer and is known to calm the nervous system and is best known as a remedy for insomnia. It has also been tested clinically and human trials with Valerian extract having a minimum of 0.8% valerenic acid have been found to be highly effective.

The good news is that it is not habit forming. The other herbs that have been used in treating anxiety disorder, though not tested clinically, are California poppy, Hops, Ashwagandha, Passionflower, Chamomile and Catnip.

Most of the herbal preparations commercially available in the market are usually a combination of two or more herbs.

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Bad Flu Season Predicted - Top 10 Tips for Supporting Immunity and Maintaining Health

Tips to help you boost your immune system and natural homeopathic alternatives to the flu vaccine.

Australia recently experienced their worst flu season in the past 6 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

It is thus anticipated to be a bad season for the remaining areas affected now by winter weather and subsequently cold and flu season. The U.S. flu season began on Oct. 1 and ends in April 2009.

Sustaining immunity is the key factor behind cold and flu resistance, so save yourself money and sickness in the long-term by implementing healthy habits now!

1. Consider an effective homeopathic flu remedy to the conventional flu vaccine, either in conjunction or used alone. Orally administered, homeopathic flu remedies may be used by all ages -- without the side effects and complications sometimes experienced by the conventional flu vaccine.

2. Don’t Just Wash Your Hands- Wash Them Right!

2a. Liquid soap is preferred over bar soap, as bar soap tends to harbor viruses and bacteria.

2b. Rub your hands vigorously together with warm water, scrubbing all surfaces, including wrists.

2c. Dry your hands thoroughly, but consider how you do so -- Bacteria and viruses can live on hand towels and sponges for hours. If you have sick ones in the house, change towels frequently or use disposable options instead.

3. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Most germs are spread through hand-to-hand contact, so become conscious of such habits.

4. If you have children, wash toys thoroughly in warm, soapy water to kill bacteria and germs. At work and at home, disinfect commonly used surfaces like keyboards, phones, doorknobs, counters, etc.

5. When possible, open windows to allow fresh air to circulate. Germs linger in stagnant air.

6. Try to quit smoking, as it irritates the respiratory tract, thus increasing susceptibility to illness-causing viruses.

7. Be considerate when you are sick, and stay home from work and keep the kids out of school or daycare.

8. Limit your alcohol consumption, as alcohol dehydrates the body and leaves you more vulnerable to infection.

9. Strive to obtain consistent, adequate sleep and regular exercise help to ward off infections.

10. Reduce stress by practicing relaxation techniques, exercising, or listening to music.

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Causes of Short Attention Span

Article courtesy of Native Remedies

A short attention span is a much greater problem than just not being able to concentrate on something. The issue needs far more serious thought than it is given today.

One of the common causes of a short attention span in children and some adults is the delayed development of the brain. This developmental problem or immaturity, if you like, is known as Attention Deficit Disorder. It is characterized by an impaired ability to learn, to listen, to wait for one's turn or to complete a task. While in a small percentage of children it may be a reaction to disorderly home environment, it is normally not a condition that is caused by improper parenting. These symptoms are probably natural in children below three to four years of age. However, they are a major cause for concern if they continue beyond that. Hyperactive children are also more prone to have a short attention span.

Attention Deficit Disorder or hyperactivity affects less than 5% children. It is more common in boys than in girls. As it is a developmental problem it can be handled if parents and teachers look upon it as a behavioral problem and adopt disciplinary techniques to manage it. Unfortunately, specialists are more prone to highlighting medical causes, which are mostly hereditary. This leads to a heavy dependence on pharmaceuticals and the behavioral aspect of managing ADD is lost in many cases.

The way society has evolved is equally to blame. The effect of our fascination with the latest electronic gadgetry goes far deeper than we would like to believe. Day in and day out we allow ourselves to be exposed to sound-bite news and event coverage on television. The same goes for the meaningless and plot-less movies being dished out under the guise of public demand. Add to that, the enchantment with cell phones and it is not difficult to understand why the attention spans of adults and children alike are shortening. The obsession with television has reached such proportions that a child's attention span while watching TV is not taken into account while assessing his/her abilities to focus.

The fact is that our capacities to communicate and understand have been seriously hampered. The saddest part of the scenario that is emerging is that we are closing our minds by tuning out our ears and shutting our eyes to information.

If a child is born with a hereditary short attention span and inability to focus, parents and teachers should provide support by extending external controls. To set an example for our children, we can at least demand more meaningful content, control obsessions to gadgets and involve ourselves in more outdoor activities so that we do not become a generation of self centered people that puts a huge stake on personal opinions. The best way to learn and improve your attention span is to keep an open mind, gather as much information as you can, and then try to analyze it critically.

The natural way

Rather than treating problems in isolation, Naturopaths prefer to take a holistic look at the individual and incorporate changes in a number of areas including diet, lifestyle, surroundings and emotional elements - thereby supporting the health of the individual as a whole.

Natural remedies have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support the healthy functioning of the brain and nervous system, helping to encourage normal and efficient concentration and memory functioning.

In more recent times, research has confirmed this traditional wisdom. There are now many published clinical studies demonstrating the ability of a range of herbs to support the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system and maintain the healthy flow of oxygen and nutrient rich blood to the brain and peripheries (Pointel JP, Boccalon H, Cloarec M, Ledevehat C, Joubert M. Angiology 1987;38[1 Pt 1]:46-50).

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Treatments for Children with Insomnia and Depression

It seems difficult to believe that young children can suffer from insomnia. Insomnia is usually associated with adult conditions like tension and pressure, and these are generally not associated with children.

Let us first understand how sleep patterns are formed in children. From birth to four weeks, there is little that changes in the sleep-wake cycle. As the child approaches the age of 6 months, sleep patterns start getting adjusted to a 24-hour cycle. This allows them to align themselves with night sleep and short daytime naps. As the child becomes a toddler, the sleep patterns are set accordingly by the ‘circadian clock’ or biological clock.

Childhood psychiatric disorders like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and depression are known to inhibit resetting of the circadian rhythm. Children who are slow learners or those who grow at a faster pace are more prone to develop sleep disorders. Pediatricians face a tough challenge when they are called upon to treat insomnia in children.

Oral melatonin is considered an effective medication for treating insomnia in children. This is because melatonin is a hormone that is secreted by the pineal gland in the brain and is associated with circadian rhythms. Since sleep patterns are also related to the 24-hours biological processes, therefore oral melatonin is considered to be an effective medication for treating insomnia.

However, the fact is that there is no medication that has been approved by the FDA for treating insomnia in children.

Whether in children or adults, insomnia is a symptom of an underlying condition. To be able to effectively treat insomnia, the pediatrician needs to arrive at the fundamental cause behind the condition. If insomnia is caused by depression, then treating depression becomes essential. However, there is a shortage of studies on the subject of safe medications for treating depression and insomnia in children. The use of conventional medication is fraught with danger due to the side effects that it causes and the addictive properties that it has. Natural remedies for depression and treating depression naturally are safer alternatives that should be used in children.

Managing insomnia in your child can be a challenging job. There are some good practices that you need to follow. Deal with bedtime resistance with love and care. Set a bedtime, and stick to it under all circumstances. Avoid activities like watching TV or exciting environments just before sleep time.

Some other practices followed regularly can help you instill a sleep discipline in your child.

1. Stick to one bed time on weekdays and weekends.
2. Avoid giving in to requests to stay up late when you are in a mood for some fun.
3. Set a routine. This routine can include activities like a hot bath, brushing teeth and a story before the lights are out.

It is too optimistic to expect that a child who is suffering from insomnia will stick to a fixed bedtime all the time. Your perseverance, a flexible attitude and incentives will help in treating your child of a condition that can potentially permanently disrupt his/her life.

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