This is a continuation of my participation in the Stem Cell Research Program (referred to as CADUCEUS) with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. I volunteered to be a part of this Stem Cell Research Program because I have NO health insurance and I wanted the best health care available at Cedars. ~Wayne McDonald
On Thursday February 25, 2010 I went in for my Baseline visit for the CADUCEUS study.
The Baseline visit gathers information prior to Stem Cell Infusion on Friday February 26. Today's appointment was from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
At 8:30am I went in for my second Cardiac MRI - a 1-1/2 hour procedure. Yes, 90 minutes in the MRI machine, no breaks.
After the MRI I went to the Lab for my blood draw. Then an office visit with the Stem Cell Research Program team - which included a Six Minute Walk Test and a 45 minute post-walk monitoring).
Late afternoon at 3pm I had a Pulmonary Function Tests (breathing real hard into a tube to check lung capacity). That was followed by a 15 minute treadmill test for endurance.
I passed everything with flying colors. I will have more Baseline visits to monitor the results of my Stem Cell Infusion.
Note: This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
Heart Muscle Spasm
This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. ~Wayne
On Monday February 22 at 9am I noticed that I was having a slight intermediate twinge in my chest. It was minor and not painful, but I was having a twinge 4 or 5 times an hour. I made a call to a cardo nurse I know and she recommended I go to emergency.
I drove to emergency at 10am and checked-in. The doctor did an EKG and blood draw. Everything looked ok, but they wanted to keep me for observation. The muscle spasms continued - always they same. I felt like the boy who cried wolf.
They decided to check me in overnight for observation. I remember still having muscle spasms til 7pm that evening. The next morning, Tuesday, I woke up with NO spasms. Before I was released I was hooked up with a Holter monitor on my chest to wear home for 48 hour monitoring.
Note: This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
On Monday February 22 at 9am I noticed that I was having a slight intermediate twinge in my chest. It was minor and not painful, but I was having a twinge 4 or 5 times an hour. I made a call to a cardo nurse I know and she recommended I go to emergency.
I drove to emergency at 10am and checked-in. The doctor did an EKG and blood draw. Everything looked ok, but they wanted to keep me for observation. The muscle spasms continued - always they same. I felt like the boy who cried wolf.
They decided to check me in overnight for observation. I remember still having muscle spasms til 7pm that evening. The next morning, Tuesday, I woke up with NO spasms. Before I was released I was hooked up with a Holter monitor on my chest to wear home for 48 hour monitoring.
Note: This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
Top 10 Lifestyle Changes Your Heart Will Appreciate
Article courtesy of Native Remedies
1. Skip the elevator and use the stairs instead. Just start with one flight. Soon, you'll be ready for two.
2. Start parking your car at the far end of the parking lot. The short walk everyday to and from the store or school helps your heart.
3. If you ride a bus or subway, get off a stop before your destination. Walk the rest of the way.
4. If you can, spend a few minutes of your lunch break taking a stroll outside work or school. It will also help boost your energy levels after lunch.
5. Housework that is done vigorously counts as exercise. Vacuming or mopping can be a real workout!
6. If you have a yard, mowing the lawn, pulling weeds, and raking leaves are also chores that count as exercise.
7. If you have a dog, take it for brisk walks twice a day, and benefit your heart and his!
8. If you have a family, schedule an after-dinner walk. It’s great to help digestion and to start clearing the mind to get ready for bed.
9. Include oats into your daily routine. Just a cup of cooked oatmeal will provide wonderful cholesterol-reducing benefits. (Be sure to check out this month’s special feature on oats!)
10. Try to laugh! Laughter helps release pent up stress and has been proven keep your heart healthy and happy.
1. Skip the elevator and use the stairs instead. Just start with one flight. Soon, you'll be ready for two.
2. Start parking your car at the far end of the parking lot. The short walk everyday to and from the store or school helps your heart.
3. If you ride a bus or subway, get off a stop before your destination. Walk the rest of the way.
4. If you can, spend a few minutes of your lunch break taking a stroll outside work or school. It will also help boost your energy levels after lunch.
5. Housework that is done vigorously counts as exercise. Vacuming or mopping can be a real workout!
6. If you have a yard, mowing the lawn, pulling weeds, and raking leaves are also chores that count as exercise.
7. If you have a dog, take it for brisk walks twice a day, and benefit your heart and his!
8. If you have a family, schedule an after-dinner walk. It’s great to help digestion and to start clearing the mind to get ready for bed.
9. Include oats into your daily routine. Just a cup of cooked oatmeal will provide wonderful cholesterol-reducing benefits. (Be sure to check out this month’s special feature on oats!)
10. Try to laugh! Laughter helps release pent up stress and has been proven keep your heart healthy and happy.
What do you Know About Wholesome Oats
Article courtesy of Native Remedies
Oatmeal is a common fixture in many household pantries, but although many are familiar with its reputation for being a heart-healthy food, few are aware to the great extent it can help us lead a healthier life and prevent disease. The health benefits of oats have been known and enjoyed for approximately 4000 years - not only was oatmeal consumed, but it was also used topically to treat a variety of skin problems such as hives and itchy skin.
Fitting it in to your routine...
Starting your day with oatmeal is a great way to get a dosage of heart-healthy fibers. If you don’t like the taste by itself, try adding apples, blueberries, or honey to it. You can also add oatmeal to vegetable soups. It gives soups a creamy texture that many will enjoy!
Besides providing cholesterol-reducing benefits, oatmeal has a nutritious and restorative action on the nervous system, which can soothe anxiety and hyperactivity as well as promote concentration. It also has mild sedative properties, which can help regulate sleeping patterns. The high soluble fiber in oats makes it a great food for the digestive tract and can help keep your bowel movements regular.
Topically, oatmeal can even be used as a soothing agent for dry, flaky skin. This is especially helpful during the winter months when skin is exposed to cold temperatures, as well as artificial heating systems. Just soak in a warm bath tub with finely ground oats and enjoy almost immediate relief! ...If only everything was that simple...
Oatmeal is a common fixture in many household pantries, but although many are familiar with its reputation for being a heart-healthy food, few are aware to the great extent it can help us lead a healthier life and prevent disease. The health benefits of oats have been known and enjoyed for approximately 4000 years - not only was oatmeal consumed, but it was also used topically to treat a variety of skin problems such as hives and itchy skin.
Fitting it in to your routine...
Starting your day with oatmeal is a great way to get a dosage of heart-healthy fibers. If you don’t like the taste by itself, try adding apples, blueberries, or honey to it. You can also add oatmeal to vegetable soups. It gives soups a creamy texture that many will enjoy!
Besides providing cholesterol-reducing benefits, oatmeal has a nutritious and restorative action on the nervous system, which can soothe anxiety and hyperactivity as well as promote concentration. It also has mild sedative properties, which can help regulate sleeping patterns. The high soluble fiber in oats makes it a great food for the digestive tract and can help keep your bowel movements regular.
Topically, oatmeal can even be used as a soothing agent for dry, flaky skin. This is especially helpful during the winter months when skin is exposed to cold temperatures, as well as artificial heating systems. Just soak in a warm bath tub with finely ground oats and enjoy almost immediate relief! ...If only everything was that simple...
Proven natural remedies for high cholesterol. Herbs for reducing cholesterol naturally.
Article courtesy of Native Remedies
How You Can Reduce Your Risk and Improve Your Health
Two of the main pushes of cholesterol guidelines revolve around the importance of having your cholesterol measured and knowing your risk of developing heart disease.
Controlling blood cholesterol levels can lower your risk for heart disease. It is critical for ALL adults - including healthy young adults - to have their cholesterol levels tested. The importance of screening, evaluation and treatment of high blood cholesterol in adults cannot be emphasized enough.
Research has clearly shown that lowering cholesterol can reduce the risk of developing heart disease. Cholesterol lowering is important for young, middle-aged, and older adults.
1 out of every 2 men and 1 out of every 3 women will develop heart disease sometime in their life. Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the United States and about 1.25 million heart attacks occur each year in the United States.
Whether you have heart disease already or want to prevent it, you can reduce your risk for having a heart attack by lowering your cholesterol level.
Why does blood cholesterol matter?
Blood cholesterol plays an important part in deciding a person’s chance or risk of getting coronary heart disease. The higher your blood cholesterol levels, the greater your risk. High blood cholesterol is a risk factor for coronary heart disease.
When you have too much cholesterol in your blood, the excess builds up on the walls of the arteries that carry blood to the heart. Over time, this build-up can narrow the arteries, slow down and impede the flow of blood to the heart. Thereby, possibly leading to a heart attack and related symptoms.
Cholesterol buildup is the most common cause of heart disease and it happens so slowly that you are not even aware of it. The higher your blood cholesterol, the greater your chance of cholesterol buildup.
Cholesterol Testing
All adults age 20 and over should have their total blood cholesterol checked at least every 5 years. Blood cholesterol levels of under 200 mg/dl are called "desirable" and put you at a lower risk for heart disease. Unlike total cholesterol, the lower your HDL, the higher your risk for heart disease. A HDL level less than 35 mg/dl increases your risk of heart disease. The higher your HDL level, the better.
Desirable Cholesterol Levels:
Total cholesterol: Less than 200 mg/dL
Low Density Lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol): Less than 100 mg/dL
High Density Lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol ("good" cholesterol): 40 mg/dL or higher
Triglycerides: Less than 150 mg/dL
Importance of Lowering Your Cholesterol Levels
- Studies among people with heart disease have shown that lowering cholesterol can reduce the risk for dying from heart disease, having a nonfatal heart attack, and needing heart bypass surgery or angioplasty.
- Studies among people without heart disease have shown that lowering cholesterol can reduce the risk for developing heart disease, including heart attacks and deaths related to heart disease. This is true for those with high cholesterol levels and even for those with average levels.
Even if your blood cholesterol level is close to the desirable range, you can lower it and reduce your risk of getting heart disease. Eating a heart healthy way, being physically active and losing weight if you are overweight are things everyone can do to help lower their levels. The good news is that people CAN prevent heart disease by controlling risk factors that can be modified. By lowering risk factors – through exercise, reducing saturated fats and cholesterol-containing foods, quitting smoking, and reducing excess weight, people can minimize their risk of ever developing coronary heart disease.
What Makes Your Cholesterol High or Low?
Your blood cholesterol level is influenced by many factors. These include what you eat, being overweight, lack of physical activity, heredity, your age and your gender. Many factors determine whether your LDL-cholesterol level is high or low. The following factors are the most important:
- Heredity - Your genes influence how high your LDL ("bad") cholesterol is by affecting how fast LDL is made and removed from the blood. One specific form of inherited high cholesterol that affects 1 in 500 people is familial hypercholesterolemia, which often leads to early heart disease. But even if you do not have a specific genetic form of high cholesterol, genes play a role in influencing your LDL-cholesterol level.
- What you eat - Two main nutrients in the foods you eat make your LDL ("bad") cholesterol level go up: saturated fat, a type of fat found mostly in foods that come from animals; and cholesterol, which comes only from animal products. Saturated fat raises your LDL-cholesterol level more than anything else in the diet. Eating too much saturated fat and cholesterol is the main reason for high levels of cholesterol and a high rate of heart attacks. Reducing the amount of saturated fat and cholesterol you eat is a very important step in reducing your blood cholesterol levels.
- Weight - Excess weight tends to increase your LDL ("bad") cholesterol level. If you are overweight and have a high LDL-cholesterol level, losing weight may help you lower it. Weight loss also helps to lower triglycerides and raise HDL ("good") cholesterol levels.
- Physical activity/exercise - Regular physical activity may lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol and raise HDL ("good") cholesterol levels.
- Age and sex - Before the age of menopause, women usually have total cholesterol levels that are lower than those of men the same age. As women and men get older, their blood cholesterol levels rise until about 60 to 65 years of age. After the age of about 50, women often have higher total cholesterol levels than men of the same age.
- Alcohol - Alcohol intake increases HDL ("good") cholesterol but does not lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol. Doctors don't know for certain whether alcohol also reduces the risk of heart disease. Drinking too much alcohol can damage the liver and heart muscle, lead to high blood pressure, and raise triglycerides. Because of the risks, alcoholic beverages should not be used as a way to prevent heart disease.
- Stress - Stress over the long term has been shown in several studies to raise blood cholesterol levels. One way that stress may do this is by affecting your habits. For example, when some people are under stress, they console themselves by eating fatty foods. The saturated fat and cholesterol in these foods contribute to higher levels of blood cholesterol.
How Can You Lower Your Cholesterol Levels?
The main goal of cholesterol-lowering treatment is to lower your LDL level enough to reduce your risk of developing heart disease or having a heart attack. The higher your risk, the lower your LDL goal will be. There are two main ways to lower your cholesterol:
- Lifestyle Changes – includes a cholesterol-lowering diet, physical activity, and weight management. Lifestyle changes revolve around a proper diet with low saturated fat, trans-fats and low cholesterol foods and eating plan as well as weight management, physical activity, drug treatment and stopping smoking. To reduce your risk for heart disease or keep it low, it is also very important to control any other risk factors you may have such as high blood pressure and smoking.
- Drug Treatment – if cholesterol-lowering drugs are needed, they are used together with lifestyle changes and treatment to help lower your LDL. Natural remedies are excellent tools as treatments for helping to lower your cholesterol levels and reduce your risks.
Natural Remedies and How They Lower Cholesterol
Herbs and other natural products have been around much longer than the standard prescription drugs used today to control high cholesterol.
There are many natural alternatives to treating high cholesterol. This may be especially optimal to patients who are regulating their cholesterol levels with diet and exercise. Natural products reduce cholesterol levels by dissolving fat in the blood.
Alternatives to prescription drugs are being viewed with increasing interest especially since the withdrawal from the market of the prescription cholesterol-lowering drug Baycol after numerous deaths associated with its use.
The following list includes natural products that have been noted to reduce cholesterol levels through research:
- B Vitamins, besides niacin, decrease the rate at which LDL is damaged through oxidation.
- Carnitine has been seen to increase HDL levels, therefore decreasing total cholesterol levels.
- Chromium has been seen to reduce LDL levels and increase HDL levels.
- Coenzyme Q10 has been noted to reduce total cholesterol serum levels.
- Fiber can be obtained through fiber supplements or through foods such as whole grains and vegetables. It is thought that fiber binds to cholesterol in the small intestine and preventing cholesterol absorption into the bloodstream.
- Garlic has been widely studies for its cholesterol-lowering properties.
- Grape Seed Extract has been noted to reduce total cholesterol serum levels.
- Pantothine has been seen to increase HDL levels, therefore decreasing total cholesterol levels.
- Red yeast rice contains a natural form of lovastatin. Effective natural product for cholesterol control. Included in Native Remedies Cholesto-Rite capsules.
- Royal Jelly has been seen to lower cholesterol levels by reducing some of the cholesterol-elevating effects of nicotine.
- Soy has been shown to reduce total cholesterol levels
- Vitamin C has been noted to slightly reduce cholesterol levels.
Natural supplements should be used as a part of an overall program that includes dietary and lifestyle changes as referenced previous.
A Proven, Effective and Natural Aid for Controlling Cholesterol
Native Remedies’ Cholesto-Rite is a highly effective, proven and safe herbal remedy that controls good and bad cholesterol levels naturally. Cholesto-Rite not only lowers LDL cholesterol, but also increases levels of HDL, the 'good' form of cholesterol that helps to remove excessive LDL from the bloodstream and prevent the buildup of plaque in the arteries. Regular use of Cholesto-Rite can help to balance the system and prevent heart disease and stroke, as well as ensure healthy arteries.
You can effectively manage and lower your cholesterol levels and reduce your chances of developing coronary heart disease by following the advice and information prescribed above. This includes healthy lifestyle changes such as following a diet regimen high in low fat, low cholesterol foods, exercise, testing and treatments for managing, reducing and improving cholesterol levels. Remember, having high cholesterol places you at risk for more serious complications so it is vital to take care of your cholesterol levels to take best care of your health.
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High Blood Pressure Symptoms & Remedies
Article courtesy of Native Remedies
Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood that the heart pumps as well as the condition of the arteries and arterioles. Factors such as excessive cholesterol levels cause blood vessels to become constricted, making it difficult for blood to pass through them, leading to high blood pressure or hypertension. High blood pressure can also be caused if the volume of blood passing through the blood vessels is above normal. If for any reason the heart is beating faster or with more force than normal, it will also cause the blood pressure against the walls of the arteries to increase.
High blood pressure is a silent disease. Most of the people do not have any symptoms until the disease progresses and starts creating complications. The symptoms of high blood pressure vary, generally include:
1. Vertigo, lightheadedness, or dizziness
2. Flushed face
3. Headache
4. Tiredness
5. Nosebleeds
6. Sensitive and jittery temperament
7. Bleeding in the eye
8. Stroke
9. Abnormal perspiration
10. Incremental urination
11. Cramping in the legs
Sometimes a blood pressure reading may show a higher level after exertion such as climbing stairs or following a stressful incident. A single reading does not constitute a confirmed diagnosis and should not be a reason to worry. A diagnosis is confirmed only when a person consistently shows high blood pressure readings while resting. Two readings showing high blood pressure for at least three days are required to confirm the diagnosis.
Conventional treatment involves high blood pressure medications as well as lifestyle changes. Drugs normally include diuretics for flushing out excess urine and sodium from the body. In addition, different types of beta blockers are prescribed to reduce impulses to the heart and blood vessels, which act to slow down the heart, bringing down the blood pressure.
Hypertension is classified as primary and secondary. Secondary hypertension usually has an underlying disease that causes it. Once the causative condition is identified, treatment is given accordingly. Primary hypertension has no known causes and is mostly treated with lifestyle modifications and natural remedies for high blood pressure.
Alternative treatments for hypertension emphasize identification of the reasons behind the condition prior to treatment. Some of the possible causes include insulin resistance, heavy metal toxicity, food allergies, and nutritional deficiencies. Lifestyle modifications, foods that lower blood pressure, and herbal supplements are all important factors to consider when evaluating treatment and implementing changes. Homeopathy also forms an integral part of natural remedies for high blood pressure, as they are based totally on natural substances.
Causes of hypertension are difficult to identify, which makes prevention more difficult. Try to address the risk factors and lower your risks. The most effective preventive measures are exactly those that are recommended by alternative therapies for treatment:
* Maintain optimal body weight
* Make sure your diet is rich in natural nutrients
* Ensure a significant intake of high fiber foods, reduce sugar and salt intake
* Exercise regularly
* Don’t smoke
Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood that the heart pumps as well as the condition of the arteries and arterioles. Factors such as excessive cholesterol levels cause blood vessels to become constricted, making it difficult for blood to pass through them, leading to high blood pressure or hypertension. High blood pressure can also be caused if the volume of blood passing through the blood vessels is above normal. If for any reason the heart is beating faster or with more force than normal, it will also cause the blood pressure against the walls of the arteries to increase.
High blood pressure is a silent disease. Most of the people do not have any symptoms until the disease progresses and starts creating complications. The symptoms of high blood pressure vary, generally include:
1. Vertigo, lightheadedness, or dizziness
2. Flushed face
3. Headache
4. Tiredness
5. Nosebleeds
6. Sensitive and jittery temperament
7. Bleeding in the eye
8. Stroke
9. Abnormal perspiration
10. Incremental urination
11. Cramping in the legs
Sometimes a blood pressure reading may show a higher level after exertion such as climbing stairs or following a stressful incident. A single reading does not constitute a confirmed diagnosis and should not be a reason to worry. A diagnosis is confirmed only when a person consistently shows high blood pressure readings while resting. Two readings showing high blood pressure for at least three days are required to confirm the diagnosis.
Conventional treatment involves high blood pressure medications as well as lifestyle changes. Drugs normally include diuretics for flushing out excess urine and sodium from the body. In addition, different types of beta blockers are prescribed to reduce impulses to the heart and blood vessels, which act to slow down the heart, bringing down the blood pressure.
Hypertension is classified as primary and secondary. Secondary hypertension usually has an underlying disease that causes it. Once the causative condition is identified, treatment is given accordingly. Primary hypertension has no known causes and is mostly treated with lifestyle modifications and natural remedies for high blood pressure.
Alternative treatments for hypertension emphasize identification of the reasons behind the condition prior to treatment. Some of the possible causes include insulin resistance, heavy metal toxicity, food allergies, and nutritional deficiencies. Lifestyle modifications, foods that lower blood pressure, and herbal supplements are all important factors to consider when evaluating treatment and implementing changes. Homeopathy also forms an integral part of natural remedies for high blood pressure, as they are based totally on natural substances.
Causes of hypertension are difficult to identify, which makes prevention more difficult. Try to address the risk factors and lower your risks. The most effective preventive measures are exactly those that are recommended by alternative therapies for treatment:
* Maintain optimal body weight
* Make sure your diet is rich in natural nutrients
* Ensure a significant intake of high fiber foods, reduce sugar and salt intake
* Exercise regularly
* Don’t smoke
Biopsy - Part 2
This is a continuation of my participation in the Stem Cell Research Program (referred to as CADUCEUS) with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. I volunteered to be a part of this Stem Cell Research Program because I have NO health insurance and I wanted the best health care available at Cedars. ~Wayne McDonald
On January 27, 2010 I was checked in at 6:30am for my stem cell biopsy (Check-in is two hours before a procedure).
The heart attack was on the LAD - Left Anterior Descending artery. The stem cell biopsy uses a catheter through a vein in the neck and then carefully threaded into the heart. The doctor uses moving x-ray images (fluoroscopy) to guide the catheter to the correct area. Once in position, a special device with jaws on the tip is used to remove small pieces (about 8 tissue samples about the size of a pin head) of tissue from the RIGHT heart muscle (healthy side-no heart attack).
At 7:30am I was in the operating room for my my stem cell biopsy. I was given a local numbing medicine (anesthetic) in my right neck. Because the anesthetic was a local, I was awake through the procedure. The entire procedure was about 30 minutes.
After the procedure I was moved upstairs for monitoring --- blood draws every 8 hours to check my heart damage markers or cardiac enzymes, vital signs, and echocardiogram.
I was sent home about 4pm with a Holter monitor on my chest to wear home for 48 hour monitoring.
Note: This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
On January 27, 2010 I was checked in at 6:30am for my stem cell biopsy (Check-in is two hours before a procedure).
The heart attack was on the LAD - Left Anterior Descending artery. The stem cell biopsy uses a catheter through a vein in the neck and then carefully threaded into the heart. The doctor uses moving x-ray images (fluoroscopy) to guide the catheter to the correct area. Once in position, a special device with jaws on the tip is used to remove small pieces (about 8 tissue samples about the size of a pin head) of tissue from the RIGHT heart muscle (healthy side-no heart attack).
At 7:30am I was in the operating room for my my stem cell biopsy. I was given a local numbing medicine (anesthetic) in my right neck. Because the anesthetic was a local, I was awake through the procedure. The entire procedure was about 30 minutes.
After the procedure I was moved upstairs for monitoring --- blood draws every 8 hours to check my heart damage markers or cardiac enzymes, vital signs, and echocardiogram.
I was sent home about 4pm with a Holter monitor on my chest to wear home for 48 hour monitoring.
Note: This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
Holter monitor
A Holter monitor is a machine that continuously records the heart's rhythms. The monitor is usually worn for 24 - 48 hours during normal activity. A Holter monitor is like a ECG/EKG (electrocardiogram that records the electrical activity of the heart).
Electrodes (small conducting patches) are stuck onto the patient's chest and attached to a small recording monitor. The patient carries the Holter monitor in a pocket or small pouch worn around the neck or waist. The monitor is battery operated.
While wearing the monitor, it records the heart's electrical activity. The patient keeps a written diary of what activities are done while wearing the monitor. After 24 - 48 hours, the monitor is returned to the doctor's office. The doctor will look at the records and see if there have been any irregular heart rhythms.
More information about the Holter monitor and ECG.
Electrodes (small conducting patches) are stuck onto the patient's chest and attached to a small recording monitor. The patient carries the Holter monitor in a pocket or small pouch worn around the neck or waist. The monitor is battery operated.
While wearing the monitor, it records the heart's electrical activity. The patient keeps a written diary of what activities are done while wearing the monitor. After 24 - 48 hours, the monitor is returned to the doctor's office. The doctor will look at the records and see if there have been any irregular heart rhythms.
More information about the Holter monitor and ECG.
Baseline Visit - Part 1
This is Part One of my participation in the Stem Cell Research Program (referred to as CADUCEUS) with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. ~Wayne McDonald
Before leaving the hospital on Tuesday January 5, 2010 my doctor told me about the Stem Cell Research Program (referred to as CADUCEUS). I said I would discuss it with my partner and contact the research program with my decision.
I decided to volunteer to be a part of the Stem Cell Research Program because I had NO health insurance and I wanted the best health care available at Cedars. In addition, I had already decided to go through County (Los Angeles County Department of Health Services) for regular check-ups and for my prescriptions. (Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates.)
On Thursday January 14, 2010 I went in for my first Baseline visit for the CADUCEUS study. The Baseline visit gathers health information (a "history") and a starting point of where I am in health. Today's appointment was from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
At 9:30am I met the Studies Nurse and had a EKG and health questionare. Next, I went to the Lab for my blood draw.
The second stop was imaging for a Cardiac MRI - a 1-1/2 hour procedure. Yes, 90 minutes in the MRI machine, no breaks.
After the MRI, I went to my pre-exam for a CAT Scan (CT). Before a CT the patient drinks a contrast material. The total time was less than an hour.
That was my full day - and I went home at 4:30pm
Note: This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
Before leaving the hospital on Tuesday January 5, 2010 my doctor told me about the Stem Cell Research Program (referred to as CADUCEUS). I said I would discuss it with my partner and contact the research program with my decision.
I decided to volunteer to be a part of the Stem Cell Research Program because I had NO health insurance and I wanted the best health care available at Cedars. In addition, I had already decided to go through County (Los Angeles County Department of Health Services) for regular check-ups and for my prescriptions. (Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates.)
On Thursday January 14, 2010 I went in for my first Baseline visit for the CADUCEUS study. The Baseline visit gathers health information (a "history") and a starting point of where I am in health. Today's appointment was from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
At 9:30am I met the Studies Nurse and had a EKG and health questionare. Next, I went to the Lab for my blood draw.
The second stop was imaging for a Cardiac MRI - a 1-1/2 hour procedure. Yes, 90 minutes in the MRI machine, no breaks.
After the MRI, I went to my pre-exam for a CAT Scan (CT). Before a CT the patient drinks a contrast material. The total time was less than an hour.
That was my full day - and I went home at 4:30pm
Note: This is an ongoing update of my HEALTHY recovery after a heart attack on New Years Eve 12-31-2009. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
CK enzyme Blood Tests for Heart Attack
Blood tests confirm (or refute) suspicions raised in the early stages of evaluation typically in an emergency room, intensive care unit or urgent care setting. Such tests are sometimes called heart damage markers or cardiac enzymes.
The blood test most commonly used to confirm the existence of heart muscle damage is the creatine kinase (KREE'ah-teen KI'nas), or CK for short. A small fraction of the CK enzyme, CK-MB, is often measured as well. CK-MB shows an increase above normal in a person's blood test about six hours after the start of a heart attack. It reaches its peak level in about 18 hours and returns to normal in 24 to 36 hours. The peak level and the return to normal can be delayed in a person who's had a large heart attack, especially if they don't get early and aggressive treatment.
Tests can measure the level of other cardiac muscle proteins called troponins (tro-PO'ninz), specifically troponin T (cTnT) and troponin I (cTnI). These proteins control the interactions between actin and myosin, which contracts or squeezes the heart muscle. Troponins specific to heart muscle have been found, allowing the development of blood tests (assays) that can detect minor heart muscle injury ("microinfarction") not detected by CK-MB. Normally the level of cTnT and cTnI in the blood is very low. It increases substantially within several hours (on average four to six hours) of muscle damage. It peaks at 10 to 24 hours and can be detected for up to 10 to 14 days.
More information about CK enzyme Blood Tests for Rapid Detection of Heart Attack
Cedars-Sinai Researchers Awarded $5.5 Million To Develop Novel Stem Cell Treatments for Heart Attack Patients
Released: 10/28/2009 8:45 PM EDT
Source: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Newswise — A team of Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute stem cell researchers led by Eduardo Marbán, M.D., Ph.D. has been awarded a four-year, $5.5 million grant from the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) to fund research leading to clinical trials of new treatments for heart attack patients.
The grant will be used to continue Marbán’s development of cardiac stem cell therapies to strengthen and heal damaged heart muscle caused by cardiac arrest. The grant is part of a new strategy by the California state stem cell agency aimed at speeding the process of moving medical research from the laboratory to patient care.
Generally, it can take a decade or more to develop a new medical treatment to the point of securing federal approval for a clinical trial. The state institute’s Disease Team Research Awards, however, are designed to help researchers develop medical theories into treatments tested by clinical trials in four years or less.
Marbán’s team was one of 11 in California to receive a Disease Team Research Award and is the only team focusing on heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2009, an estimated 785,000 Americans will have a first-time heart attack and about 470,000 will have a recurrent attack.
Earlier this year, Marbán, who is director of the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute, and his team completed the first procedure in which a patient’s own heart tissue was used to grow specialized heart stem cells that were then injected back into the patient’s heart in an effort to repair and re-grow healthy muscle in a heart that had been injured by a heart attack. The minimally-invasive procedure was completed on the first patient on June 26.
The Disease Team Award will enable Marbán’s team to develop other, new stem cell therapies for heart patients, including a potential treatment for patients with advanced heart failure.
“The support Cedars-Sinai is receiving from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine will be an important element to succeeding in the fight against heart disease,” Marbán said. “What we work on in our stem cell lab today could translate into tomorrow’s innovative treatment for heart attack patients.”
“We are delighted that Dr. Marbán is receiving CIRM funding to continue his groundbreaking translational science devoted to regenerating diseased myocardial tissue,” said Shlomo Melmed, M.D., Cedars-Sinai Medical Center vice president of academic affairs and dean of the medical faculty. “This award validates the leading role of the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute in developing cutting-edge treatments for heart disease.”
The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine was established in November, 2004 with the passage of Proposition 71, the California Stem Cell Research and Cures Act, which provided $3 billion in funding for stem cell research at universities and research institutions.
The Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute is internationally recognized for outstanding heart care built on decades of innovation and research. From cardiac imaging and advanced diagnostics to surgical repair of complex heart problems to the training of the heart specialists of tomorrow and leading-edge research that is deepening medical knowledge and practice, the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute is known around the world for excellence and innovations.
Source: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Newswise — A team of Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute stem cell researchers led by Eduardo Marbán, M.D., Ph.D. has been awarded a four-year, $5.5 million grant from the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) to fund research leading to clinical trials of new treatments for heart attack patients.
The grant will be used to continue Marbán’s development of cardiac stem cell therapies to strengthen and heal damaged heart muscle caused by cardiac arrest. The grant is part of a new strategy by the California state stem cell agency aimed at speeding the process of moving medical research from the laboratory to patient care.
Generally, it can take a decade or more to develop a new medical treatment to the point of securing federal approval for a clinical trial. The state institute’s Disease Team Research Awards, however, are designed to help researchers develop medical theories into treatments tested by clinical trials in four years or less.
Marbán’s team was one of 11 in California to receive a Disease Team Research Award and is the only team focusing on heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control, in 2009, an estimated 785,000 Americans will have a first-time heart attack and about 470,000 will have a recurrent attack.
Earlier this year, Marbán, who is director of the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute, and his team completed the first procedure in which a patient’s own heart tissue was used to grow specialized heart stem cells that were then injected back into the patient’s heart in an effort to repair and re-grow healthy muscle in a heart that had been injured by a heart attack. The minimally-invasive procedure was completed on the first patient on June 26.
The Disease Team Award will enable Marbán’s team to develop other, new stem cell therapies for heart patients, including a potential treatment for patients with advanced heart failure.
“The support Cedars-Sinai is receiving from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine will be an important element to succeeding in the fight against heart disease,” Marbán said. “What we work on in our stem cell lab today could translate into tomorrow’s innovative treatment for heart attack patients.”
“We are delighted that Dr. Marbán is receiving CIRM funding to continue his groundbreaking translational science devoted to regenerating diseased myocardial tissue,” said Shlomo Melmed, M.D., Cedars-Sinai Medical Center vice president of academic affairs and dean of the medical faculty. “This award validates the leading role of the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute in developing cutting-edge treatments for heart disease.”
The California Institute for Regenerative Medicine was established in November, 2004 with the passage of Proposition 71, the California Stem Cell Research and Cures Act, which provided $3 billion in funding for stem cell research at universities and research institutions.
The Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute is internationally recognized for outstanding heart care built on decades of innovation and research. From cardiac imaging and advanced diagnostics to surgical repair of complex heart problems to the training of the heart specialists of tomorrow and leading-edge research that is deepening medical knowledge and practice, the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute is known around the world for excellence and innovations.
Heart Attack - True Story
On New Years Eve Thursday December 31, 2009 at 10:30am I had a heart attack. More accurately I should say that I was having a heart attack on Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu.
I want to share with you some of my thoughts and hope that it prompts you to ACTION or possibly to better re-think how you approach life.
Reflecting back I had some clues to my heat attack, but I ignored them. First let me give you a brief background. I am a healthy male 54 years old and weigh 139 pounds. I am not overweight – smoke no - drink no – family history no – exercise --- could do more – healthy diet, low salt, low fat (maybe some cheese when I cook).
The clues, as I mentioned, on Monday I felt achy with no fever – I thought I had the flu or an infection in my lungs.
On Tuesday, I still didn't feel well and decided to go to a doctor. I was calling around to find a doctor that was in their office (By the way, I have been so healthy that my doctor had retired!) A doctor friend of mine said I should go to emergency. I had NO medical insurance and I didn't want to pay a huge medical bill. This was my FIRST CLUE – I had solid advice to go to Emergency and I ignored it. The SECOND CLUE on Tuesday was I felt something was wrong and I was panicked and scared --- Remember to always listen to your intuition, whether it is making a business decision or listening to your body for health reasons.
Now, I did go to Urgent Care on Tuesday --- but I was misdiagnosed and prescribed Amoxicillin for a general infection and ibuprofen.
Ok, so it is Wednesday and I am on medicine thinking that at some time I should start feeling better.
On Thursday I went to breakfast, went to the bank and stopped at Trader Joe's for a few groceries. By the time I got home, I felt worse and the pain had increased to about a 6 or 7 pain level (Standard Pain scale --- [0-no pain] to [10-Excruciating pain]).
I took more ibuprofen and within five minutes I was throwing up. By this time I realized something was wrong - still having no clue it was a heart attack.
My partner drove me to emergency at Cedars-Sinai (five minutes away). I walked in and was evaluated by a nurse and given a EKG - I still had no clue that I had a heart attack.
I was seen immediately by a doctor and had a heart monitor attached and chest xray. I thought I had the flu or a lung infection. The doctor said I had a heart attack and my response was, “REALLY?!”.
My partner was brought in, everything was explained and I was rushed upstairs to have a stent put in the LAD - Left Anterior Descending artery (stent - model Medtronic Driver RX).
By 1pm I was checked-in and stayed at the hospital til Tuesday January 5, 2010. During this time I was monitored --- blood draws every 8 hours to check my heart damage markers or cardiac enzymes, vital signs, and echocardiogram.
As explained by the doctor, my heart was "stunned" and there was no damage.
Ok, I am home and doing fine. Now the question is what can I do to help or inspire you? The signs for a heart attack can be so subtle. Some people have a LOT OF PAIN in their chest. Other people may feel they have indigestion. Each person is different AND the symptoms for woman are even more subtle. I am not a doctor and I am not here to give any medical advice.
Note: There will be more updates of my HEALTHY recovery after my heart attack. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
I want to share with you some of my thoughts and hope that it prompts you to ACTION or possibly to better re-think how you approach life.
Reflecting back I had some clues to my heat attack, but I ignored them. First let me give you a brief background. I am a healthy male 54 years old and weigh 139 pounds. I am not overweight – smoke no - drink no – family history no – exercise --- could do more – healthy diet, low salt, low fat (maybe some cheese when I cook).
The clues, as I mentioned, on Monday I felt achy with no fever – I thought I had the flu or an infection in my lungs.
On Tuesday, I still didn't feel well and decided to go to a doctor. I was calling around to find a doctor that was in their office (By the way, I have been so healthy that my doctor had retired!) A doctor friend of mine said I should go to emergency. I had NO medical insurance and I didn't want to pay a huge medical bill. This was my FIRST CLUE – I had solid advice to go to Emergency and I ignored it. The SECOND CLUE on Tuesday was I felt something was wrong and I was panicked and scared --- Remember to always listen to your intuition, whether it is making a business decision or listening to your body for health reasons.
Now, I did go to Urgent Care on Tuesday --- but I was misdiagnosed and prescribed Amoxicillin for a general infection and ibuprofen.
Ok, so it is Wednesday and I am on medicine thinking that at some time I should start feeling better.
On Thursday I went to breakfast, went to the bank and stopped at Trader Joe's for a few groceries. By the time I got home, I felt worse and the pain had increased to about a 6 or 7 pain level (Standard Pain scale --- [0-no pain] to [10-Excruciating pain]).
I took more ibuprofen and within five minutes I was throwing up. By this time I realized something was wrong - still having no clue it was a heart attack.
My partner drove me to emergency at Cedars-Sinai (five minutes away). I walked in and was evaluated by a nurse and given a EKG - I still had no clue that I had a heart attack.
I was seen immediately by a doctor and had a heart monitor attached and chest xray. I thought I had the flu or a lung infection. The doctor said I had a heart attack and my response was, “REALLY?!”.
My partner was brought in, everything was explained and I was rushed upstairs to have a stent put in the LAD - Left Anterior Descending artery (stent - model Medtronic Driver RX).
By 1pm I was checked-in and stayed at the hospital til Tuesday January 5, 2010. During this time I was monitored --- blood draws every 8 hours to check my heart damage markers or cardiac enzymes, vital signs, and echocardiogram.
As explained by the doctor, my heart was "stunned" and there was no damage.
Ok, I am home and doing fine. Now the question is what can I do to help or inspire you? The signs for a heart attack can be so subtle. Some people have a LOT OF PAIN in their chest. Other people may feel they have indigestion. Each person is different AND the symptoms for woman are even more subtle. I am not a doctor and I am not here to give any medical advice.
Note: There will be more updates of my HEALTHY recovery after my heart attack. Please click-on the category HEART DISEASE to read all my updates. ~Wayne McDonald, age 54 and 136 pounds - healthy.
What is Sciatica?
Article courtesy of Native Remedies
The sciatic nerve is the longest peripheral nerve in the body, and runs from the lower back through the pelvis and buttock area, right down to the back of the lower leg. It is an extension of the lower end of the spinal cord and is made up of the lumbar and sacral nerve roots from the spine.
There are many things which can be done to support the health and functioning of the sciatic nerve.
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The sciatic nerve is the longest peripheral nerve in the body, and runs from the lower back through the pelvis and buttock area, right down to the back of the lower leg. It is an extension of the lower end of the spinal cord and is made up of the lumbar and sacral nerve roots from the spine.
The sciatic nerve runs out of the lower spine, behind the hip joint and down the back of the thigh. Its function is to send signals from the brain to the muscles of your leg and from the leg back to the brain – therefore helping to regulate movement in the limbs. Movement and feeling in the legs and feet are largely dependent on the sciatic nerve, which is very important to quality of life and maintaining normal mobility. Because it originates in the spinal cord, the health of the spinal cord and its vertebra plays a large role in the healthy functioning of the sciatic nerve.
The natural wayThere are many things which can be done to support the health and functioning of the sciatic nerve.
Maintaining the health and strength of the vertebra and surrounding tissues is very important. Practice good back health and be sure not to put strain on the lumbar region. Regular back exercises, as well as exercise like swimming and walking, can help to support the integrity of the spine.
Be sure you maintain a healthy posture and consider taking up yoga or Pilates which can help to strengthen the central core of the body. Sleep on an orthopedic mattress to support your back at night.
Eat a healthy diet and take daily supplements known to benefit the health of bone, cartilage and nerves. These include zinc, magnesium, calcium, Vitamin C and manganese. Avoid cigarettes and excess alcoholThere are many things which can be done to support the health and functioning of the sciatic nerve.
Maintaining the health and strength of the vertebra and surrounding tissues is very important. Practice good back health and be sure not to put strain on the lumbar region. Regular back exercises, as well as exercise like swimming and walking, can help to support the integrity of the spine.
Be sure you maintain a healthy posture and consider taking up yoga or Pilates which can help to strengthen the central core of the body. Sleep on an orthopedic mattress to support your back at night.
Eat a healthy diet and take daily supplements known to benefit the health of bone, cartilage and nerves. These include zinc, magnesium, calcium, Vitamin C and manganese. Avoid cigarettes and excess alcoholWhat is SciatiGon?
SciatiGon is a 100% safe and effective natural remedy for supporting the health of the sciatic nerve, spine, and nervous system.
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“...I started looking on the internet ...and found your SciatiGon remedy. I ordered it immediately and started taking it the minute it arrived. Within 3 days I was feeling better ...Thank you for a life-saving remedy... I have no idea what I would have done if I hadn’t found SciatiGon!" -Myra, AL, USA
“Hi, I hope that you are well. As for me, I am doing much better. Firstly, I would like to thank you for your prompt service and delivery; I am amazed that quality and service still exists... The way you performed your duties was of excellent experience and I am a very satisfied customer who will in the future recommend people to conduct business with you and your company-- well done for your efforts and support. Secondly, a short note to say how impressed and grateful I am to have used SciatiGon. I have been suffering for a very long time with excruciating pains; I have tried a lot of different medication and visited a lot of doctors wasting a lot of time and money and in the end nothing helped ...I could not wait to open this parcel as I was desperate to end this pain and suffering... During the course of the day the pain was subsiding slowly and by 8:00pm that same evening I was 70% feeling much better and relieved. This was like a miracle I thanked my HEAVENLY FATHER in sending me in your direction, I feel like a new person again; this has made me positive and I can now resume to perform my duties as before. I will continue to take [SciatiGon]... I have trust and faith in you so you can expect more orders from me in the future. Many thanks and best regards." -Mark K.
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Don’t weight to beat the bulge!
Article courtesy of Native Remedies
Many people are unhappy with about their body type and weight, and embark on a journey to shape up. Unfortunately, this often leads to a series of fad diets in order to slim down.
Healthy weight loss plans that support natural and healthy weight management agree that the most crucial factors are following a healthy diet, exercising a minimum of three times a week, and drinking the equivalent of eight glasses of water a day. Other healthy body slimming tips are incorporating relaxation techniques into your daily routine to better deal with stress. It is well known that our body reacts to stress by releasing cortisol which makes us store fat around the waist and abdominal area.
EcoSlim is a 100% safe, non-addictive natural herbal remedy formulated for adults by our team of natural health experts. Weight loss supplements such as EcoSlim can especially benefit those individuals needing to consistently support routine weight management and a health metabolism without compromising health or serious side effects.
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Many people are unhappy with about their body type and weight, and embark on a journey to shape up. Unfortunately, this often leads to a series of fad diets in order to slim down.
While yo-yo dieting may be effective in the short term, in the long run, regular fluctuations in weight can disturb the balance of the body’s metabolism – leading to systemic confusion and a sluggish metabolism, gradually making the task of getting healthy and slimming down increasingly difficult. This slower metabolism can eventually lead to weight gain, even when eating normally.
Some people follow unhealthy weight loss plans such as crash diets, and prescription or over-the-counter medicine to control their appetite. Though many of these products advertise themselves as healthy weight loss supplements, some contain harmful stimulants that raise heart rate and speed up the metabolism in an un-natural way.
Even some so-called natural products for weight management contain ephedra and other harmful stimulants that can have negative effects on the body. Ultimately, the regimenting is unrealistic and the weight lost often returns with a vengeance after the diet or product is stopped.
Healthy weight loss plans that support natural and healthy weight management agree that the most crucial factors are following a healthy diet, exercising a minimum of three times a week, and drinking the equivalent of eight glasses of water a day. Other healthy body slimming tips are incorporating relaxation techniques into your daily routine to better deal with stress. It is well known that our body reacts to stress by releasing cortisol which makes us store fat around the waist and abdominal area.
The natural wayHealthy weight loss plans that support natural and healthy weight management agree that the most crucial factors are following a healthy diet, exercising a minimum of three times a week, and drinking the equivalent of eight glasses of water a day. Other healthy body slimming tips are incorporating relaxation techniques into your daily routine to better deal with stress. It is well known that our body reacts to stress by releasing cortisol which makes us store fat around the waist and abdominal area.
Natural remedies offer weight loss supplements that have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support the healthy functioning of digestion, the metabolism, liver functioning and the healthy breakdown of dietary fat, helping to promote a balanced weight and body type.
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 liver, stomach and digestive system and promote a healthy metabolism.
For instance, hydroxycitric acid (HCA), a derivative of citric acid, is found primarily in a small, sweet, purple fruit called Garcinia cambogia. In an 8-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 60 overweight individuals, use of HCA produced significant weight loss as compared to the placebo.
(Thom E. Hydroxycitrate (HCA) in the treatment of obesity. Int J Obes Relat Metab Disord.1996;20(suppl 4):75).
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EcoSlim is effectively used as part of a total slimming program to safely support healthy metabolism, energy levels and systemic balance in the stomach and digestive system, without harmful side effects and without stimulants.
In combination with a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet, EcoSlim supports the healthy functioning of the digestive system, thereby helping to maintain optimum performance.
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“I have tried to lose the same 10 lbs for the last year. I have a healthy eating plan and daily moderate exercise. I was becoming completely frustrated because my end of the day hunger always sabotaged my weight loss. Two weeks ago I started taking EcoSlim and Slimmer's Assist and I've been thrilled that my hunger is gone! Even mealtime portions are much smaller and I'm still satisfied. I've already lost 3 lbs. and I'm confident that your products will soon help me reach my goal. I feel just great and want to thank you for the wonderful products.” -Mary, USA
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“After my baby was born I just could not shake off the extra weight that I gained. The [EcoSlim] slimming drops helped me to control my appetite and I had lots of energy! I am so glad that there is something natural that is good for me AND it helps me to loose weight. I have only been taking the slimming drops for three weeks and I am already buying new clothes! My husband says he can see the difference in all the places that count!” -Lillian, UK
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Focus, motivation, learning, and memory
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Our brain is like a virtual filing cabinet where the completed tasks, acquired information, and experiences are all processed and then stored - nothing is lost, instead just taking a little more effort to retrieve.
"I've already recommended the Focus ADDult to friends and the head of our Special Ed Department at the school in which I work." -Stephanie, CA, USA
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Our brain is like a virtual filing cabinet where the completed tasks, acquired information, and experiences are all processed and then stored - nothing is lost, instead just taking a little more effort to retrieve.
Clearly, it is important to maintain a healthy nervous system and good, sound brain function. A healthy brain and nervous system depends on the supply and flow of oxygen-rich blood and nutrients to all parts of the brain. A brain which is well supplied with nutrients and oxygen will not only work well, but will also play a part in mood, energy levels and motivation levels. Conversely, a healthy blood supply to the brain will also assist in the removal of carbon dioxide and other gaseous wastes.
The natural wayIt 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 contains a selection of herbs known for their supportive function in maintaining brain, nervous system, circulatory health, and overall well-being.
"I've already recommended the Focus ADDult to friends and the head of our Special Ed Department at the school in which I work." -Stephanie, CA, USA
“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
“…Luckily I gave Focus ADDult a try! I can highly recommend it for anyone who wants to (support) study skills and concentration." -Felicity (27 Years Old)
“I just wanted to thank you, thank you, thank you for your Focus ADDult. I have a child (12-year-old 6th grader) …My daughter has been taking your Focus ADDult for about 5-6 weeks, and she has not one failing grade …on her report card. Her last report card had 3! All her grades are up to C's. She feels good about herself and doesn't say anything about drinking her "smart water" every day. I'm also thankful you have the drops, as she has trouble swallowing pills. The drops have rescued her. Thank you so much!” -Vickie, T, USA
Get more information on Focus ADDult for Adult ADD
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* To support healthy levels of energy and stamina, visit Fatigue Fighter
* To support emotional wellness and maintain a positive mental attitude, visit MindSoothe
* Homeopathic remedy temporarily relieves hyperactivity, distractibility and impulsiveness in children, visit BrightSpark™
ADD Treatment Effective, Natural Remedy
Article courtesy of Native Remedies
"You've got me shaking my head with surprise and amazement… After 1 day, I swear I thought I was imagining it... but I could tell BrightSpark took the "edge" off my son's personality!" -C.M., MA, USA
“I tried the BrightSpark and Focus Formula as a last resort for my 4-yr-old son when he was about to be removed from his pre-school if his behavior didn't improve. I absolutely could not believe the difference in behavior and impulse control after he began these supplements. Within a week he was like a different child! The difference was dramatic. I was shocked when the school recently told me my son was one of the best kids in the class! Outbursts and problems are rare now and quality of life has improved for the whole family. I couldn't be more thankful for these products.” -Leia, OH, USA
“My 5 year old son was diagnosed …I had done a lot of research on natural ways to help him. I came across your website and have had him on the BrightSpark along with the Focus Formula. We have also done a lot of diet control, natural vitamins … I can't tell you the how much your products have helped him… He is doing much better in school… he is back to our loving, caring, humorous little boy. We were dealing with hitting, kicking, spitting, talking back and very hyper before. He has changed so much and I can't tell you how happy we are along with the rest of his family. ...We can't thank you enough. I can't figure out why the doctors don't recommend these types of products for people. Thanks again!” -Lori, NY, USA
Get more info on BrightSpark for Child ADD and ADHD
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* Focus Formula™ is a herbal remedy used to support concentration, attention and normal energy levels in children and adults.
There are a number of factors that can affect normal concentration and a person's ability to remain centered.
Children’s bodies are made to move around and their naturally enquiring minds may jump from one thing to the other. However, some children find it more difficult than others to settle down and pay attention and this does not always go down well in the classroom.
It stands to reason, therefore, that by supporting harmony and balance in the brain and soothed nerves, we can create the best climate for concentration to take place. Similarly, if the body’s systems are balanced and functioning as they should, cognitive, emotional and behavioral conditions for concentration are at optimal levels.
The Natural Way
Homeopathic remedies have a long history of use in supporting mental, physical and emotional health, preferring a holistic approach to the suppression of symptoms. Homeopathy operates on the principle of ‘like treats like’, using minute amounts of proven, homeopathically prepared ingredients to support the body to heal itself. Due to the unique homeopathic manufacturing methods, homeopathic remedies are very safe and do not interact negatively with prescription or other OTC medicines. As a result, homeopathic remedies can make all the difference without compromising health.
What is BrightSpark?
BrightSpark is a safe, non-addictive, natural remedy containing 100% homeopathic ingredients especially selected to temporarily relieve hyperactivity, distractibility and impulsiveness in children.
How has BrightSpark helped others?
"You've got me shaking my head with surprise and amazement… After 1 day, I swear I thought I was imagining it... but I could tell BrightSpark took the "edge" off my son's personality!" -C.M., MA, USA
“I tried the BrightSpark and Focus Formula as a last resort for my 4-yr-old son when he was about to be removed from his pre-school if his behavior didn't improve. I absolutely could not believe the difference in behavior and impulse control after he began these supplements. Within a week he was like a different child! The difference was dramatic. I was shocked when the school recently told me my son was one of the best kids in the class! Outbursts and problems are rare now and quality of life has improved for the whole family. I couldn't be more thankful for these products.” -Leia, OH, USA
“My 5 year old son was diagnosed …I had done a lot of research on natural ways to help him. I came across your website and have had him on the BrightSpark along with the Focus Formula. We have also done a lot of diet control, natural vitamins … I can't tell you the how much your products have helped him… He is doing much better in school… he is back to our loving, caring, humorous little boy. We were dealing with hitting, kicking, spitting, talking back and very hyper before. He has changed so much and I can't tell you how happy we are along with the rest of his family. ...We can't thank you enough. I can't figure out why the doctors don't recommend these types of products for people. Thanks again!” -Lori, NY, USA
Get more info on BrightSpark for Child ADD and ADHD
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* Focus Formula™ is a herbal remedy used to support concentration, attention and normal energy levels in children and adults.
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.
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.
"Taking MindSoothe has been an absolute savior for me... MindSoothe has given me my life back, and has given my children their mother back." -Tina, Wales, UK
“...I began to feel that I wanted to change to something more natural and better for me. With the guidelines you gave me, I made the transition with very few problems and can truly say that your MindSoothe is helping me with each passing day - and I feel much better about it! I can recommend MindSoothe anytime to soothe the mind naturally!” -Joe, USA
“Your MindSoothe really helped me. I have been going through some bad times in a relationship and I felt as though I had hit rock bottom. After only three weeks, I could feel I had natural support. You will be glad to know that after six weeks I dumped the guy who was causing all the trouble and I am having a great time now! MindSoothe helped me through it, THANK YOU!!” -Linda S., USA
“I had been experiencing social nervousness that was affecting my social life and work. After taking MindSoothe for just one week, I feel great and am able to feel relaxed in social situations that I would otherwise want to avoid. No side effects! I am pleasantly surprised!” -Michelle, NY, USA
Get more info on MindSoothe for Depression
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* To support balanced mood and stability in children 4-12 visit MindSoothe Jr.
* For children younger than 4 years of age visit Triple Complex Mood Tonic.
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.
What is MindSoothe?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.
How has MindSoothe helped others?
"Taking MindSoothe has been an absolute savior for me... MindSoothe has given me my life back, and has given my children their mother back." -Tina, Wales, UK
“...I began to feel that I wanted to change to something more natural and better for me. With the guidelines you gave me, I made the transition with very few problems and can truly say that your MindSoothe is helping me with each passing day - and I feel much better about it! I can recommend MindSoothe anytime to soothe the mind naturally!” -Joe, USA
“Your MindSoothe really helped me. I have been going through some bad times in a relationship and I felt as though I had hit rock bottom. After only three weeks, I could feel I had natural support. You will be glad to know that after six weeks I dumped the guy who was causing all the trouble and I am having a great time now! MindSoothe helped me through it, THANK YOU!!” -Linda S., USA
“I had been experiencing social nervousness that was affecting my social life and work. After taking MindSoothe for just one week, I feel great and am able to feel relaxed in social situations that I would otherwise want to avoid. No side effects! I am pleasantly surprised!” -Michelle, NY, USA
Get more info on MindSoothe for Depression
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* To support balanced mood and stability in children 4-12 visit MindSoothe Jr.
* For children younger than 4 years of age visit Triple Complex Mood Tonic.
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.
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.
How has PureCalm helped others?
"[With PureCalm] I ...feel better about myself and for the first time in years feel genuine peace of mind. Thank you from the bottom of my heart." -Kim, VA, USA
“I'm in love with this product! Without PureCalm, I think I would have been lost forever. I was losing my mind… but after taking PureCalm along with MindSoothe, I'm back to myself again. Before PureCalm, I was miserable, and was afraid that I would have to live [like this] the rest of my life. I dreaded the night because that's when I have the spill... but thanks to PureCalm I think I have overcome the demon. I thank you (NativeRemedies.com) for a wonderful product” -Jamie, TX, USA
“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
Get more info on PureCalm for Anxiety and Panic Attacks
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* To support balanced mood and emotions in children and adults, visit MindSoothe Jr™ for children and Mindsoothe™ for adults.
"[With PureCalm] I ...feel better about myself and for the first time in years feel genuine peace of mind. Thank you from the bottom of my heart." -Kim, VA, USA
“I'm in love with this product! Without PureCalm, I think I would have been lost forever. I was losing my mind… but after taking PureCalm along with MindSoothe, I'm back to myself again. Before PureCalm, I was miserable, and was afraid that I would have to live [like this] the rest of my life. I dreaded the night because that's when I have the spill... but thanks to PureCalm I think I have overcome the demon. I thank you (NativeRemedies.com) for a wonderful product” -Jamie, TX, USA
“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
Get more info on PureCalm for Anxiety and Panic Attacks
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* To support balanced mood and emotions in children and adults, visit MindSoothe Jr™ for children and Mindsoothe™ for adults.
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.)
What is PureCalm?
PureCalm is a 100% safe, non-addictive herbal remedy that has been specially formulated by a Clinical Psychologist for adults and children.
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!
How has PureCalm helped others?
“I'm in love with this product! Without PureCalm, I think I would have been lost forever. I was losing my mind... but after taking PureCalm along with MindSoothe, I'm back to myself again. Before PureCalm, I was miserable, and was afraid that I would have to live [like this] the rest of my life. I dreaded the night because that's when I have the spill... but thanks to PureCalm I thing I have overcome the demon. I thank you [NativeRemedies] for a wonderful product” -Jamie, TX, USA
“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
“Hi, I just wanted to say thank you Native Remedies for this wonderful PureCalm product. …After I started taking PureCalm, within few days I stopped taking [my prescription] and started sleeping better, started living my normal life. It is not addictive at all-- now I only take when I really need it. Thank you. It works great!! You changed my life.” -Nicky, MA, USA
Get more info on PureCalm for Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Related Products:
* To support balanced mood and emotions in children and adults, visit MindSoothe Jr™ for children and Mindsoothe™ for adults.
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.)
What is PureCalm?
PureCalm is a 100% safe, non-addictive herbal remedy that has been specially formulated by a Clinical Psychologist for adults and children.
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!
How has PureCalm helped others?
“I'm in love with this product! Without PureCalm, I think I would have been lost forever. I was losing my mind... but after taking PureCalm along with MindSoothe, I'm back to myself again. Before PureCalm, I was miserable, and was afraid that I would have to live [like this] the rest of my life. I dreaded the night because that's when I have the spill... but thanks to PureCalm I thing I have overcome the demon. I thank you [NativeRemedies] for a wonderful product” -Jamie, TX, USA
“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
“Hi, I just wanted to say thank you Native Remedies for this wonderful PureCalm product. …After I started taking PureCalm, within few days I stopped taking [my prescription] and started sleeping better, started living my normal life. It is not addictive at all-- now I only take when I really need it. Thank you. It works great!! You changed my life.” -Nicky, MA, USA
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* To support balanced mood and emotions in children and adults, visit MindSoothe Jr™ for children and Mindsoothe™ for adults.
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.
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.
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