May 11, 2010
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There’s a little known secret in natural therapeutics — the profound healing pain relief of Helichrysum essential oil. Its action is nothing short of amazing, though this information is rarely offered directly by aromatherapy companies due to advertising restrictions. Throughout the medical aromatherapy texts however, this fantastic oil is lauded for its broad range of healing effects on the body’s tissues. Here’s a quick primer on using this oil for yourself and your loved ones.
The essential oil steam distilled from the little yellow flowers of a plant native to the Mediterranean is in a class by itself for the three most important factors for a medicine: safety, efficacy and ease-of-use. Some essential oils used for pain must be used with caution; those containing methyl salicilate should be used sparingly due to their toxicity potential. Helichrysum however, has no such restrictions in the aromatherapy literature. It is in fact, one of the few essential oils recommended for direct application to the skin in the most critical or immediate cases.
It’s the efficacy — the ability to reduce pain and heal — that is most remarkable about this aromatherapy wonder. Nearly every form of pain seems to respond positively to Helichrysum essential oil application. Joint pain, back pain, muscular and connective tissue pain, nerve pain, and pain resulting from injury, surgery and trauma can all be helped. The most common usage is a dilution in Jojoba oil, massaged into the affected areas a few times a day. The oil can also be used completely undiluted if desired for the most severe or immediate situations.
Making our own formulation is very easy to do. It is recommended to start of with lower dilutions and work your way up only if necessary; this helps you conserve the precious oil by only using as much as required for the desired results. Forty drops of the essential oil in each ounce of carrier oil will create an approximate 5 percent dilution; eighty drops for a 10 percent dilution; etc. The pure essential oil, not diluted in any carrier oil, is recommended when a trauma has just occurred, to prevent further tissue damage due to swelling and oxidative free-radicals. For example, a twisted ankle could receive a few drops from a fingertip, massaged into the painful region immediately after the injury, and several times over the next 24 hours.
Beyond its efficacy for pain relief, the oil is thought to actually speed healing and recovery. The oil does this though its synergy of natural chemical constituents; some quench free radicals, some reduce inflammation, and others signal tissues to regenerate on a cellular level. These effects make the oil an excellent addition to many blends for natural skin care — it is found in recipes for anti-aging, wrinkly reduction, scar reduction and dermatitis. It is also excellent for minor burn treatment, often instantly relieving pain from those small wounds that happen occasionally in the kitchen and around the home. Further, if one has just received a cut and wishes to reduce the potential for a scar, the oil can be applied once bleeding has stopped regularly until healing is complete (a 10% formula in Rosehip seed oil is an excellent choice).
The finest of Helichrysum essential oil varieties is considered to be that distilled from plants grown on the island of Corsica, France. The environmental conditions and sub-species genetics result in a unique natural chemical composition of the essential oil with strong anti-inflammatory, analgesic and regenerative properties. This oil may be listed as with sub-species ’serotinum’. You may find that other varieties work as well for your needs, and can experiment as you see fit.
Helichrysum is considered by many therapists to be one of, if not THE, most profoundly healing essential oil used today. It is safe and effective for a wide variety of physical pain and ailments where the body’s connective tissue, skin, muscles, joints and nerves are affected. (More esoteric aromatherapy even uses the oil as a healer of the heart center, which may be constricted or closed from many years of emotional trauma). Whatever your need for pain relief and healing, this exceptional essential oil may offer the help you need, quickly and safely.
The author is a co-founder of Ananda Aromatherapy Essential Oils. More information on the therapeutic use of essential oils can be found at The Ananda Apothecary.
April 27, 2010
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Colon hydrotherapy is sometimes called, high colonic, colonic irrigation or simply, colonics. It is a vital part of colon cleansing, which is itself, an important aspect of a complete detoxification regimen for your body. Other aspects of colon cleansing include orally administered fiber/detox supplements, as well as enemas.
The difference between enemas and colon hydrotherapy NYC include the following: Enemas can be self administered, and usually contain 1 gallon of liquid maximum, while colonic irrigation is done outside you home, administered by a professional, using 20 to 35 gallons of water in a series of repetitive fills and flushes.
The toxins and chemicals of processed foods, and an over consumption of red meat, mixed with pesticides, and heavy metals, make for a highly toxic human colon. This includes a few to several pounds of putrefied, hardened fecal matter, called mucoid plaque, that is packed against the intestinal wall, leaking toxins throughout the body.
To truly cleanse your colon, it can take several days of drinking fiber & clay concoctions, plus colonic treatments and follow up enemas. When it is cleansed and cleared, you will not only have ridden your body of many harmful, disease causing poisons, but your intestines will be able to do their job, and get nutrients from the food.
When the body goes through major detoxification, it is not rare, for cancer to go into complete remission, or to witness the reversal of other chronic diseases. This may have a lot to do with the American Medical Association’s official position on colon cleansing, as having been, “discredited in the 20th Century
Not all that long ago, everybody knew that enemas was the best method for keeping regular bowel movements, and dealing with constipation. It is a trend that the laxative industry prays will not gather too much momentum. Headaches and colds can be stopped in their tracks by taking an enema.
It is not difficult to realize that people, whose livelihoods are dependent upon sickness and disease, are not going to provide you with information or services that can turn you into the picture of health. Simple logic tells us that we live in a toxic world that turns our bodies toxic and overloads our natural detoxifying systems. And, we can greatly improve our health, by helping our bodies to detox. Of course, nobody can ever point a finger at the sick care industry, in terms of using logic.
There is a drug they like to prescribe called, promethazine. Doctors give it to people whose bodies are trying to naturally detoxify. It is used to prevent people from throwing up. The body throws up with their are poisons it needs to get out quickly, but doctors are pushing this drug that has the side effect of causing tissue damage, so severe, it can lead to arm or leg amputations.
The Food & Drug Administration of the USA came up with a solution to this inconvenience: Patients who are now prescribed this drug, will see a warning label indicating that the loss of limb is a possible consequence of using the medication. Evidently, there is no need to hurt a pharmaceutical company’s profits by outlawing a drug, as long as the world still has use of warning label technology. (In case you are wondering, colon hydrotherapy never leads to amputation, and costs between thirty dollars and seventy five dollars a session.)
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April 4, 2010
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Resveratrol can be a fantastic food supplement that claims to have the wellness benefits that would surely assist in the person’s cardiovascular well being and in preventing cancer. It is proven that a reliable Resveratrol dosage that’s found in red wine extends the survival in mice. But how is this applicable to human beings?
There has been no scientific evidence to determine the appropriate dosage of Resveratrol intake one ought to get particularly if you’re getting capsules. This data is as of March 2009. The proper dosage may not be determined unless it will be given to a considerable number of samples who would agree to be monitored until 10 to 20 years after and prove that this particular dosage id beneficial in long term use.
Although, the selected Resveratrol dosage is not determined, studies present that this phytochemical is useful when taking supplements. These are some of the advantages that this food supplement claim, for a single it can lengthen the lifespan. This is simply because this phytochemical is often a quite potent anti-oxidant slowing the aging process and protecting the body from the damaging outcomes of the free radicals.
Another claim is that it can counter the outcomes of the high fat diet that a particular person has. Even if you take a higher fat meal, the capsule form of this phytochemical can reduce the risks up to 30%. That is also identified to fight several diseases. Researches show that Resveratrol can support fight cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease to mention some of the conditions. This is also acknowledged to increase the person’s metabolism and endurance and thus this will assist a particular person have a lot more energy to burn the extra fats.
Although the appropriate Resveratrol dosages have not been found out by through the researches that have been done, however, studies present that a certain amount of Resveratrol when taken by human beings could be extremely useful. It’s for you to choose if you need to seek help from the professional in getting this supplement. Even though the correct Resveratrol dosage has not been determined, it is for you personally to decide whether you will enjoy the rewards of this phytochemical now or wait for 10 to 20 years for the correct dosage before finally deciding to take this supplement.
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March 27, 2010
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Michael Katz’ Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians is unique among crystal healing books in many regards. One thing that sets it apart is that it makes no secret of the fact that is practically entirely ‘channeled’ from spirit entities, the so called ‘Gemstone Guardians.’
Although this may be a tad much for orthodox medical practitioners, author Michael Katz none-the-less believes this young science, which he refers to as Gemstone Energy Medicine, will continue to grow and become increasingly mainstream.
And Mr. Katz does not stand alone in his conviction. Numerous athletes are firm believers in the power of therapeutic quality gem stones. Testimonials can be found on Katz’ site from Swedish Olympic Medalist Glen Christiansen, British Olympic Swimmer Mark Foster, Arizona Diamondbacks’ Pitcher Tanner Eriksen, and Olympic Trainer and Triathlete Art Dilworth.
Another celebrity testimonial comes from Larry King, of Larry King Live, who can be found quoted on the sleeve of the 1997 edition of this book as saying, “Some inner voice told me to read this book. Thank you, inner voice. What a remarkable study.”
In Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians, the text consists exclusively of the direct teachings and wisdom of the spirit beings that go by the name of the Gemstone Guardians. Each Gemstone Guardian, twenty-nine in all, shares in-depth information about the qualities of the particular gemstone that they are in charge of.
Even though Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians is technically speaking a non-fiction book, it is so exquisitely well written that it’s actually a more enjoyable read, cover to cover, than most novels. It’s hard to put down once you’ve begun reading it, and I’ve heard of no other book engendering an interest in crystal healing in the previously uninitiated.
It should be noted that Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians is not a reference book on crystals. It is an inspirational story with in-depth information about a select few of the most powerful healing gemstones and crystals available on the market today. If you are looking for a reference book, there are better choices. If you’re ready to be set on fire about gemstones, then Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians is the book for you.
Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians has been a perpetual best-seller in the field of crystal healing since its first edition in 1989, when it was published as Gifts of the Gemstone Guardians. Another version of the book titled Gemisphere Luminary was published in 1997.
The stones and crystals described in Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians are Ruby, Carnelian, Citrine, Emerald, Sapphire, Amethyst, Indigo (crystalline form of Sodalite), Black Onyx, Ivorite, Opalite, Riverstone, Quarts, Mother of Pearl, Pearl, Purple Rainbow Fluorite, Lavender Quartz, Sodalite, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Aquamarine, Green Tourmaline, Aventurine, Malachite, Bloodstone, Leopardskin Jasper, Rhodochrosite, Pink Tourmaline, Rose Quartz, Poppy Jasper, and Rhodonite.
Dr. Videmark resides in central Sweden, where he works with holistic medicine. Educated as a chiropractor in the United States, crystal healing has become one of his favorite modalities. Visit his site the-book-of-stones.info for a list of best-selling books on crystal healing, including Wisdom of the Gemstone Guardians. You can place orders of just browse.
March 25, 2010
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A Possible Alternative
Discussion of fungal infections is not a popular topic. Infections by these organisms are a source of embarrassment as well as a cause of severe mucosal irritation for many people. If certain fungi are able to penetrate the tissues, they can also be life-threatening. Unfortunately, conventional treatment is neither easy nor without its share of side-effects. Science studies within the last decade point to safe and effective alternative treatments using essential oils.
So, What Actually Is Fungus?
Many of us might associate fungus with hairy things growing on forgotten bread or cheese, or organisms that grow out of rotten logs. Yet, fungi are also commonly found on and in the human body. When our immune systems are compromised, fungi can infect non-living tissue such as our hair and nails as well as beneath the skin. Fungal infections (also called mycosis) can be a direct cause of skin and mucous membrane irritations and in worst case scenarios be the cause of death.
Ailments Associated with Fungal Infections
You might have experienced or know someone with a Candida infection. This troublesome yeast can cause irksome and often reoccurring vaginal infections in women and oral thrush in both adults and children. Those with compromised immune systems can develop systemic and sometimes fatal infections.
Other common fungal infections are known as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm and onychomycosis (the unsightly discoloration and cracking of toenails). One not so commonly recognized is aspergillosis ? an infection caused by Aspergillus species. This fungus, which is normally found growing on decaying vegetation, can cause allergic reactions in those with compromised immune systems. Inhaled spores can lead to restricted airways and severe bouts of coughing and even bleeding.
As you can deduce, fungal infections are nothing to trifle with. In the following paragraphs synopses of science study findings are assembled. All of these studies have indicated possible use of essential oils to effectively treat fungal infections.
Essential Oils in the Treatment of Candida Infections
Using essential oils in the treatment of Candida infections has been the focus of many recent research studies across the globe. Candida treated with Japanese Cypress oil, tea tree, juniper and even cinnamon are among some of the essential oils found to be effective at inhibiting further growth of this fungus. Researchers from the Defense Research Laboratory in India (2007) chose six essential oils and compared their results with two known antibiotics used in the treatment of Candida. Scientists found that the essential oils exhibited more potent activity than the conventional drugs.
Essential Oils in the Treatment of Dermatophytes
Dermatophyte fungi infect the skin, hair and nails of humans as well as our beloved pets. The by-products of their colonization are toxins. These toxins in turn cause often painful inflammation and embarrassing blemishes (remember your grandparents’ brown or even green toenails?yuck!).
A study conducted by the Institute for Biological Research in Serbia (2008) found that the essential oil of Thymus vulgaris was able to cure rats induced with dermatophyte infections. Their findings echo several other studies, concluding that certain essential oils demonstrate potential as a natural fungicide to control dermatophytic fungi.
Treating Aspergillus Infections
Although spores of Aspergillus are found in the air and on the ground, those that develop an infection from Aspergillus (aspergillosis) can develop severe reactions. Several research studies indicated that using essential oils to combat this potentially deadly fungus merit consideration in clinical use. A 2009 study from the University of Porto in Portugal found that clove oil (Syzygium aromaticum) exhibited inhibitory activity against Aspergillus. They identified that the active compound found in clove oil (eugenol) caused extensive damage to the fungal cell membranes.
Conclusion
It is certain that most of us will experience fungal infections at one time or another. Once these organisms take a foot hold, they are not eager to leave and are often resistant to conventional treatments. Acknowledging that conventional treatments are not always successful nor safe, medical researchers are looking at using essential oils as a treatment alternative. Laboratory studies indicate that essential oils are effective against fungal infections and in some cases more potent than conventional drugs.
More aromatherapy information is available at Ananda Aromatherapy, such as using bay laurel essential oil and other therapeutic organic essential oils.
February 12, 2010
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Do you suffer from a stuffy nose? Looking for natural treatments for a Stuffy Nose? Well, you are not alone, especially during cold and flu season. Millions of people suffer from a stuffy nose at one time or another whether it’s due to colds, allergic reaction, or sinuses. Here is a shortcut for most all common stuffy nose treatment.
Reasons for Stuffy Nose
Stuffy noses can be caused by a variety of things such as common colds, allergies, structural deformities like enlarged adenoids or a deviated septum. Regardless of the causes - everyone agrees that a stuffy nose can be irritating and annoying with the constant dripping and periodic congestion.
Home Cure for Runny Nose or Stuffy Nose
There are some efficient home remedies for a runny or stuffy nose including:
-Drink plenty of liquids to keep the mucus thin.
-Take a long hot shower and steam yours passages clear. This can be done over a bowl of hot water with a towel. Also try adding some ginger to the water.
-Drink a cup of hot green tea with mint and cayenne. Or try adding some lemon, lime and/or honey to your tea. Honey will work for both the cough and your nose
While home remedies for a runny nose or stuffy nose can be helpful when you’re home, what about when you’re out and about? If you’re like us, you would agree that most over-the-counter stuffy nose remedies can be a real pain. Most of these treatments usually leave us feeling hyper, sleepy, weird, or and foggy. So what can you do?
The publishers of Natural Old Home Remedies have been searching for a great over-the-counter product that we could recommend to our readers, that is safe for adults and children who are susceptible to colds. We wanted to find a product that not only helps you to ease a stuffy nose but congestion in the chest too. It should also increase phlegm expulsion as well as open airways so you can breathe easier too. And most of all - a product which won’t make us feel peculiar or foggy.
Well, we’re thrilled to announce that we finally discovered a product! We found a safe, 100% organic homeopathic product that’s very easy to use. Just sprinkle it upon the tongue once an hour until the symptoms improve. Most people who take this easy, organic stuffy nose remedy never return to those chemical over-the-counter treatments. It’s even safe for babies and pregnant women also. Click here to read more…Stuffy Nose Treatment.
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February 10, 2010
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We rely on our local drugstore for everything from prescription medications to laundry detergent. Undoubtedly, you have also perused the skincare aisle more than once, searching for the right tube of cream to eliminate acne that has reared its head. And perhaps you’ve found that it was a waste of money. An acne cure treatment doesn’t have to mean experimenting with the latest boxed tube of chemicals on the commercial market. Sometimes the simplest measures are the most effective. Take a look at some options below that will cost you next to nothing, and maybe it will save you some pennies the next time you find yourself struggling with a chronic case of pimples.
1. Cleanse your face at the end of the day.
This seems like it ought not to be even mentioned, but being neglectful about cleansing your face is quite common. After a long evening out you might just tell yourself that you don’t need to wash your face that particular night, but remember that make-up is a barrier placed on the skin. Even when you’re dead tired, make sure to wash your face and all the cosmetics and grime that can potentially trigger a breakout.
2. It’s OK to pop a zit (sometimes).
There is an exception to the rule of popping a blemish, but only applies when it’s formed a very visible white head. If none is present, hands off! But otherwise, it is OK to sterilize a needle and puncture the head in order to drain the pus and release pressure. Put on an anti-bacterial ointment on afterwards and it ought to dry up and heal faster than if you had simply let it be.
3. Salt water.
You might have noticed that after an afternoon swimming at the beach, your skin seems to clear up over the next few days. This makes perfect sense because the antibacterial properties of the salt in the sea water helps to disinfect your pores. You can make a salt water tonic at home and use it as a treatment on your skin. Just apply with a cotton ball nightly before bed.
4. Aspirin mask.
This can work both internally as a pill, by reducing inflammation in the body, and also when applied on the surface of the skin because of its beta hydroxy acids. You can buy aspirin in powder form at your drugstore. Add a little water to make a paste and apply to your face as a mask once or twice a week.
5. Ice cubes.
This is the cheapest option and it comes right out of your own freezer. This is particularly effective when used at the fist onset of a pimple. If you sense a dull ache where the lesion is about to make its appearance, immediately reduce the swelling by applying an ice pack. If done in intervals throughout the day, this can drastically reduce the life span of your acne and reduce redness.
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January 8, 2010
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If ear infections have your child in pain and you are searching for an all natural approach to healing them, consider Chiropractic care. There are a lot of things chiropractors can do to help. Again, this is with an all natural, drug-free approach. After this article, you will have a better understanding of how natural solutions might be what you prefer for your child.
As we mentioned, earaches tend to cause children a lot of pain. It is estimated that sixty to eighty percent of infants develop ear infections. This is much due to the fact that infants have immature immune systems and they cannot fight off infections as easily as adults.
Research has also shows that while infants get these ear infections, children in the toddler years are just as prone to getting these frustrating infections. Toddlers have a higher rate. By age two or three, it is estimated that eighty to ninety percent of kids will be diagnosed with ear infections.
Parents worry about their children as they should. Yet, one thing many of us do not stop to think about are the drugs being prescribed for these ear infections. For a doctors office, ear infections are quite common. In fact, they are so common that they are listed as the most commonly prescribed diagnosis. The medical cure for this? The typical answer is antibiotics and most commonly high dose amoxicillin.
While antibiotics can be beneficial and successful in treating ear infections, they can have some pretty gruesome side effects. For starters, some antibiotics can cause diarrhea and stomach problems or worse. Exactly what could it cause? You might be just as surprised as we were when we were researching this for you.
This is true. Some of them have been proven to do some pretty ugly things. For starters, there are some that are linked to fungal infections. That does not sound too pleasant does it? Obviously not! Then there are some that have been known to be the cause for the onset of kidney stones and blood clots.
More you ask? Sure there is always more. Antibiotics have been known to cause a number of conditions in patients. For one, they have been known to cause blood clots which can be fatal. Other side effects include kidney stones which are quite painful. Yet, some have faced much worse. You might ask, what could be worse than blood clots? We would argue, death! Adverse reactions to common antibiotics can and do lead to death every year. Some of these victims are infants and toddlers, that had no say. Baby Wyatt from San Diego, was one such child who died a horrible death from an adverse reaction to amoxicillin that was prescribed for an ear infection. He was 9 months old! Watch Wyatts story now and decide for yourself what is at stake. Safe and natural solutions do exist and you deserve to hear the truth.
Wyatt’s parents would give anything to know what you know and to have done what you are doing right now. That is, research alternatives to antibiotics. They have devoted their life to telling his story so that other families with suffering children do not have to endure a devastating loss like they did. As you can see, if you want a more natural approach, this Missoula chiropractor says chiropractic care is the answer for you. Chiropractors use their hands to adjust the spine and help maximize the immune system of the patient. Chiropractic care helps to safely and naturally boost resistance to bacterial infections, and helps a patient to overcome pre-existing infections. If you have decided that drugs are not in the plan to heal your child, consider Chiropractic. You want your child happy and healthy. Here is the best way to do so. Check it out if not for their sake then for your sake as a parent. Consider what’s at stake!
Dr. Shaun Stuto is a Missoula neck pain specialist and owner/founder of Transformation Chiropractic. Transformation Chiropractic is a chiropractic wellness center in downtown Missoula, Montana. Visit our site today and learn more about how you can start creating a life of abundant health.
January 2, 2010
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Many individuals are influenced by hypersensitivity which can be a very miserable experience for those who do suffer with them. This can display things such as breathing intricacy caused by running nose, fits of sneezing and watery swollen eyes.The probability that this will occur is at some point in any time of the year but the most chances can be during the season where the blooming of flowers start therefore the scattering of pollens come about. The presence of these contaminations may vary from one location to another so it still depends on the area where you reside. What will be discussed in this article are the allergy relief whole house air purifiers and the help that it can possibly offer in any type of situation or victim.
Allergies can not only be taken outside and more often than not, your home is much more prone to contaminants than anywhere else therefore using a whole house air purifiers at home can really be of use. Our homes are like enclosed spaces where we breathe in and out the same air on a continuous basis. Attacks that can set off very quickly may be caused by some of the common things found at home such as the dust and dust mites. The filtering of the air that you breathe and the removal of unwanted particles which can be the cause of attacks are just what an allergy relief electronic air cleaner can do.
Allergy relief whole house air purifiers can be conveniently used in any room and because most of them are portable, it can be lugged around any where in the house to put it on, simply plug it in.Dust and dust mites are not the only pollutants that these units can eliminate as one of these units can actually expel odors from perfume or air fresheners that can possibly set off an attack.Since smoke or smoke smells can also trigger attacks, these units also see to it that they lock in those pollutants so that involuntary exposure to such smells can be avoided. The smoke smell usually lingers on the hands, hair and clothes of a smoker so when an attack prone person stays close to a smoker, the attack is inevitable. What the electronic air cleaner or air purifier does is to capture the smoke as well as the smoke odor and run it through its own filtering system after which it releases fresh and clean air for you to breathe in.
You will not have a hard time looking for places to buy whole house air purifiers as they are widely available to most home improvement stores or stores selling clothes, home improvement supplies and groceries. Several types of units are available in the market with many made specifically for domestic use.The utilization of these units can be limited to room use only, all over the house and can even be placed inside your car or truck as well as units that you can wear around your neck that comes in necklace-like forms making it possible to bring it along so that you may only breathe filtered air even if you’re going to other places. Have you ever seen an allergy relief electronic air cleaner or air purifier inside a cat container to eradicate feline smell? Well, I have.
Now you are equipped with enough information to make a wise decision picking out your whole house air purifiers.
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November 14, 2009
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For more than two thousand years, meditation has been a part of mankind’s way of life. Every religion known to man uses a form of meditation as a means to achieve a higher form of spiritual consciousness.
At first meditation was used mostly by religious priests, but through the years meditation has been picked up by ordinary people when they discover just how the various benefits work.
For those who are new to meditation, it is simply the practice of concentrated and intense focus on sounds, objects, ideas, breathing rhythm, action or movement to be able to intensify perception, cut down stress, enhance relaxation, personal and spiritual growth.
Meditation has been used in the past to build up a persons spiritual knowledge and even there awareness of the ultimate reality, but now it has begun to be employed by people who want to relieve stress and even pain.
In fact with more understanding of what meditation can do, Western medical practitioners have started to use this more because it’s a better way for one to cope with health issues, it’s also been believed to help alleviate some physical ailments. They have made it part of the regular practice of traditional medical treatment.
It is interesting to note that medical clinics and hospitals across the nation have been offering the practice of meditation as a possible method for patients to improve their health. Meditation is currently employed as a method for treatment of some diseases, as an additional therapeutic process for a comprehensive treatment program and as a means of improving the quality of life of people with chronic, debilitating, or incurable illnesses.
There are three approaches to meditation, transcendental, relaxation response, and mindfulness meditation, which is the stress reduction way of meditation.
The practice of meditation brings to bear on the seven major chakras (which correspond to the body’s major endocrine glands) the power of the environment and the universe.
If you would practice meditation for at least 30 minutes a day it will contribute to your balanced and harmonious interdependent functions of the major chakras with one another.
The energy flows from the root, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras while meditating your entire body’s biological, emotional and spiritual aspects will be equally nourished and balanced, while this is happening the physical, emotional, and spiritual toxins are cleansed from the body.
When practicing chakra meditation you will need to be able to concentrate deeply, as the uninterrupted flow of energy comes into your body which will also give your major chakras a huge boost.
For a clearer grasp of chakra meditation, think of it as a turbocharger for the body; a sort of catalytic converter that gathers outside energy and channels the same into useful fuel of the body’s chakra system.
And since these energy centers (chakras) are part of our body’s physical and metaphysical manifestations, their fine tuned performance affect our daily lives, directly or indirectly, emotionally, physically, intellectually and spiritually.
You have several ways that you can practice the art of chakra meditation, but no matter how you go about doing the meditation you biggest step in the chakra meditation is to allow the state of focus to go and spread throughout the whole body.
You will not notice an immediate change from practicing chakra meditation, but more of a gradually change that will slowly take over your thoughts to give you a more positive outlook on life. Meditation is believed to help a person live a better life and be happier both physically and emotionally.
The biggest difference that most people notice from practicing chakra meditation is their ability to concentrate better and the awareness of things around them. This benefit will be noticed in only weeks of beginning, just imagine if you’ve been doing chakra meditation for years!
Also other noted benefits of chakra meditation are heightened creativity, better resourcefulness because of better perception. Also another proven benefit of chakra meditation is people tend to sleep much better and deeper, thus they will awake more refreshed in the morning, and overall health will also benefit by getting deeper sleep.
Daily chakra meditation will also decrease stress in your life, from work, family, and inter-personal relationships. This is because you are more able to control your emotions because you have more patience. Also with less stress in your life, health problems will not be so prevalent in your life.
It has been proven that overall health and well being are improved when a person practices meditation. You can even help to lower your blood pressure, and this will reduce the chances of heart attacks and strokes in a person. Also meditation will help to reduce stress in a person who is suffering from a chronic health condition; this will allow the person to feel less pain from their problems.
Although you may only practice meditation for half an hour daily, it will greatly contribute to making your day more relaxing and enjoyable and make you live a healthier, more productive life.
Anne-Marie-Laureaut is a writer for the popular chakra-balance.com site. To learn how knowledge of chakra meditation will improve your whole life and to get 29 Free chakra meditation healing and balance mp3 audios visit here.
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