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Question from "A"...
"Last year I was diagnosed with Arthritis. I am experiencing other signs of aging, deterioration and neglect, that its becoming more painful. I want to begin to live and enjoy a new life of Love, Happiness and Peace. Medical doctors treat all the symptoms but they don't go to the causes to eliminate the problem. The human being have the natural power to heal its self with wisdom and knowledge. I believe that you can help me tap in to that power."
Dear "A"... Do not despair. You have the power to become your own best healer, and each new day brings you the opportunity to take charge of your health and future. Although you did not mention how old you are, I can tell you that it is not normal or natural to be sick, at any age. Your body and life are a very complex set of systems that, if cared for properly, can operate with minimal or no breakdown, for a very long time. Unfortunately, most of us do not live the way we need to, in order to maximize our health potential and improve our quality of life. However, it is never too late to start!
If arthritis and general deterioration is what is plaguing you, it is your body's way of telling you that you need a major system clean-out and overhaul. You admitted to neglecting yourself, and now it is time to change this behavior so that you can make the necessary commitment to change. Without change, your health will continue to go downhill.There are many causes and many natural alternatives for you to learn about, so I want you to get down to the very basics.
Begin by focusing on one major area of your life, over which you can have an immediate and dramatic impact...that area of your life is your diet! Yes, it all begins and ends with this very simple concept: how, when and especially what we eat, determines the condition of our health and longevity. It is possible to obtain significant improvements to your wellbeing simply by changing your diet and eating lifestyle.
There are many schools of thought on how to do this correctly. I, personally, have done much research in this area, and I believe that nutrition is better than any remedy that traditional medicine can offer you. You might possibly benefit from a series of cleansing and detoxification through diet, as well as other everyday changes to your diet.Therefore, I would like to recommend our Holistic Nutritional Counseling program, as a start for you. Our holistic counselor is a registered nurse who specializes in nutrition and diet, and she can provide you with information, insight and guidance towards better health.
Obviously, one cannot discount the role that stress plays in disease, illness and aging. So, to whatever extent you can also avail yourself of our stress management services, such as massage and yoga, it would be a step in the right direction. However, please be sure to address the nutrition issue first. I am convinced it is the solution to most if not all health imbalances.
Question from Angel...
"I had anxiety as a child, and in my adult years it is getting worse. I believe this is making my hypertension worse. I am on medication but when bad memories from my past or a present-day situation needs to be resolved, my blood pressure goes instantly high, causing me to have shallow breathing and making me very scared. My doctor is aware of the anxiety and I have gone to the ER many times, thinking I was having a heart attack, only to be sent home. When I am feeling this way, I found that breathing exercises relax me, if only someone reminds me. Any suggestions? I am planning to take yoga classes. This was suggested to me by a psychologist.
Dear Angel: Thank you for your inquiry. Your anxiety probably has several root causes, so it will require that you take a multi-leveled approach to resolving it.
Based upon my experience, yoga would indeed be a wonderful way to manage your stress and anxiety. I particularly want to recommend Prana Yoga, as it is a form of yoga that teaches you the art of breath work. However, almost any form of yoga will be helpful. Whichever yoga you choose, please bear in mind that it needs to be done regularly and consistently, so as to achieve maximum benefits.
Secondly, I would also like to suggest you develop a meditation practice. Every day, for fifteen minutes, set aside some time to do some meditation. Meditation, like yoga, can transform you, when done on a regular, mindful basis. At Natural Balance, we offer meditation workshops and I would urge you to sign up for the next one, so you can learn how best to develop this time-honored routine. Please sign up at our guest book , so we may notify you of the next class, along with any upcoming Prana Yoga workshops.
Another factor you might not be aware of, in regards to anxiety, is nutritional in nature. There are many ways in which our diets can affect our mood and mental chemistry. Therefore, I think it would be a very good idea for you to take a serious look at how your diet may be contributing to your anxiety. I am a firm believer that we can alter the path of our condition through diet. Our nutritional counselor can help you map out a plan that would address your specific issues and needs. If you would like more information about this service, please let us know.
Lastly, I also recommend Biofeedback. Biofeedback can help you to learn new ways of handling your anxiety. It is a way of retraining your body and mind to react differently to stimuli, as it is occurring, and may be very helpful for managing your hypertension, as well. Your doctor might be able to recommend an accredited Biofeedback clinic.
I hope this information has been helpful to you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of further service.
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