Okay, it's that season again: Flu, pneumonia, bronchitis, cough cold, ect......
First if you or your children are sick then realize that you have the responsibility to keep them home and not spread the germs.
Today I would like to talk about essential oils. So many people have issues with what is termed "Alternative Medicine". But plants and their byproducts have been on earth before humans. They are what makes up nature. In the bible time people used these same substances and survived.
Where did antibiotics come from?? Mold. Again nature.
Now, moving on. There are a lot of oil companies out there. You have to find one that is right for you. If you want to get caught up in what a few people tell you then go ahead. I have done a lot of research and every company has it pros and cons. SOOO I personally use doTERRA.
I have used some of the most inexpensive brands and some expensive ones. I have seen some benefits from each. But what I do know it that essential oils benefit the body. They are NOT cures but can help aid certain conditions. They do not replace medications, such as Synthroid. I have Hashimoto's hypothyroidism. I still take my prescribed medication because I need it for my body to function.
Essential oils are beneficial for many things. There are a couple blends that I would like to highlight.
On Guard: is dÅTERRA®'s unique, proprietary blend formulated to support healthy immune function. Wild orange essential oil, combined with clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus and rosemary offer a fragrant, natural and effective alternative to synthetic options for immune support. On Guard, with its unique aroma, is one of our most versatile blends. It is also safe to use on counter tops, as a non-toxic way to cleanse surfaces, or to purify the atmosphere by diffusing. On Guard is superb for eliminating and controlling pathogens due to the potency of its constituents. For aromatic, topical, or dietary use.
If you are going to use essential oils as supplements then you MUST do your research into the brand and oil you are using. NOT all brands are recommended for dietary use and not all oils are recommended for dietary use.
For more info on essential oils please see my site. http://mydoterra.com/kiarapoloney
Or you can contact me at: knp@spatoyou1.com
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Monday, June 11, 2012
Alteratives to talk about
Okay, so let's talk about some alternatives supplements to boost ones health.
Remember always discuss using supplements with your primary care physician. At least let them know what your taking them so they do not interact with your prescription medication.
Cinnamon:
*Helps to regulate blood sugar. So individuals with diabetes can think about adding cinnamon to their diets.
* lt has anticoagulant properties. Most people know this as "blooding thinning agent". Even though there is no su ch thing. "Blood thinner" don't really exist. Medications know as such, in reality, make chemicals in the blood work so that they are less sticky or break blood clots apart. So if your on "blood thinners" tell your doctor your taking cinnamon.
* Fights E.coli bacteria-Cinnamon is great for taking as a supplement to ward off bladder infections.
* Helps with arthritic pain
* Natural source of Manganese, fiber, iron and calcium
Peppermint:
Is used for the common cold, cough, inflammation of the mouth and throat, sinus infections, and respiratory infections. It is also used for digestive problems including heartburn, nausea, vomiting, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), cramps of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract and bile ducts, upset stomach, diarrhea, bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine, and gas. Lastly peppermint helps relieve headaches.
Pumpkin:
Pumpkin is know to benefit the body in over 100 ways with its vitamins and minerals. There are enzymed in pumpkin that work on the skin and make it look younver. Alpha-hydroxy is a natural fruit/vegateble acid found in pumpkin which help to slough off dead cells to reveal younger, fresher skin. There are products on the market that use pumpkin in their ingredients for facial masks but you can make your own with all-natural ingredients.
Some of the vitamins and minerals found in pumpkin include the following:
* Vitamin A: Which plays an important role in eye health, immune system and proper growth and
development.
* Fiber-Half a cup of canned pumpkin has 6.5 grams of effective carbohydrate and 3.5 grams of fiber.
*Potassium
* Vitamin C
* Zinc
Remember always discuss using supplements with your primary care physician. At least let them know what your taking them so they do not interact with your prescription medication.
Cinnamon:
*Helps to regulate blood sugar. So individuals with diabetes can think about adding cinnamon to their diets.
* lt has anticoagulant properties. Most people know this as "blooding thinning agent". Even though there is no su ch thing. "Blood thinner" don't really exist. Medications know as such, in reality, make chemicals in the blood work so that they are less sticky or break blood clots apart. So if your on "blood thinners" tell your doctor your taking cinnamon.
* Fights E.coli bacteria-Cinnamon is great for taking as a supplement to ward off bladder infections.
* Helps with arthritic pain
* Natural source of Manganese, fiber, iron and calcium
Peppermint:
Is used for the common cold, cough, inflammation of the mouth and throat, sinus infections, and respiratory infections. It is also used for digestive problems including heartburn, nausea, vomiting, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), cramps of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract and bile ducts, upset stomach, diarrhea, bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine, and gas. Lastly peppermint helps relieve headaches.
Pumpkin:
Pumpkin is know to benefit the body in over 100 ways with its vitamins and minerals. There are enzymed in pumpkin that work on the skin and make it look younver. Alpha-hydroxy is a natural fruit/vegateble acid found in pumpkin which help to slough off dead cells to reveal younger, fresher skin. There are products on the market that use pumpkin in their ingredients for facial masks but you can make your own with all-natural ingredients.
Some of the vitamins and minerals found in pumpkin include the following:
* Vitamin A: Which plays an important role in eye health, immune system and proper growth and
development.
* Fiber-Half a cup of canned pumpkin has 6.5 grams of effective carbohydrate and 3.5 grams of fiber.
*Potassium
* Vitamin C
* Zinc
Saturday, December 11, 2010
During this time of the year is it essential to keep ones health in tact, especially the respiratory system. Winter is a time of family, time off of work and relaxation. But sneaky "germs" do not take time off, and they love the winter season. Massage therapy is a wonderful way to maintain and improve ones health. Massage benefits to the respiratory system include:
Respiratory System
*Reduces respiration rate
*Strengthens respiratory muscles
*Decreases sensation of dyspnea
*Decreases asthma attacks
*Reduces laryngeal attacks
*Increases fluid discharge from lungs
*Increases pulmonary function
By reducing your respiratory rate your lungs do not have to work as hard to oxygenate your body which is done through profusion and gas exchange at the capillary level. By strengthening the muscles that work with your lungs helps so that your lungs will function at a higher capacity. By increasing the discharge or release of fluids from the lungs you will lessen the chance for bacteria or virus organisms to settle in your lungs to issues. This will help prevent dreaded respiratory infection which include pneumonia or bronchitis.
Asthma information:
Acute asthma attacks occur within 10 to 20 minutes after the initial exposure. The initial exposure for cats would either be the dander from the cat. It is caused by the release of chemical mediators from the mast cells that lead to inflammation. Mast cells respond to the irritant by releasing histamine that causes brochoconstriction. Bronchoconstriction causes: the airways to become swollen and the production of excess mucus. Massage therapy helps decrease astham attacks by helping to strengthen the lungs, reducing mucus build up and increasing pulmonary function.
Emphysema information:
Characteristics:
• Hyperventilation
• Vasoconstriction
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Jugular venous distension
• edema
Emphysema is a chronic pulmonary disease that is marked by the above symptoms. Massage therapy can benefit a person suffering from this disease by decreasing pulomaary hypertension and vasoconstriction. This usually leads to a person having an easier time breathing since there is less fluids in the lungs constriciting respirations.
So give your lungs a break and have a healthy respiratory winter season by booking your massage today. Don't forget your loved ones, give them the gift of massage with a gift certificate.
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Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Ballon Mitral Valvotomy
A situation in my own family has inspired me to post this information. I hope you find it interesting:
Balloon mitral valvotomy
Balloon valvotomy is used to increase the opening of a narrowed (stenotic) valve. It is used for:
•select patients who have mitral valve stenosis with symptoms
•older patients who have aortic valve stenosis, but are not able to undergo surgery
•some patients with pulmonic valve stenosis
This balloon valvotomy procedure can be performed on the mitral, tricuspid, aortic or pulmonary valves.
How is a balloon valvotomy performed?
Balloon valvotomy is a non-surgical procedure performed in the cardiac catheterization laboratory by a cardiologist and a specialized team of nurses and technicians.
Long, slender tubes called catheters are first placed into blood vessels in the groin and guided into the chambers of the heart. The cardiologist then creates a tiny hole in the wall between the upper two chambers of the heart. This hole provides an opening for the cardiologist to access the left atrium with a special catheter that has a balloon at the tip.
The catheter is positioned so the balloon tip is directly inside the narrowed valve. The balloon is inflated and deflated several times to widen the valve opening. Once the cardiologist has determined that the opening of the valve has been widened enough, the balloon is deflated and removed.
During the procedure, the cardiologist may perform an echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) to get a better picture of the mitral valve.
What are the symptoms?
Many of the symptoms of mitral stenosis, such as shortness of breath and fatigue, result from a back-up of blood in the lungs. Other symptoms of mitral stenosis may include quick weight gain; weakness; dizziness; swelling in the ankles, feet and/or abdomen (edema); and/or heart palpitations (irregular heartbeat).
What causes mitral stenosis?
Mitral stenosis most commonly develops many years after a person has had rheumatic fever, although many patients diagnosed with mitral stenosis don’t recall ever having the illness. During rheumatic fever, the valve becomes inflamed. Over time, the leaflets of the inflamed valve stick together and become scarred, rigid and thickened, limiting its ability to open completely.
Information retrieved from: http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/disorders/valve/balloon_valve.aspx
Balloon mitral valvotomy
Balloon valvotomy is used to increase the opening of a narrowed (stenotic) valve. It is used for:
•select patients who have mitral valve stenosis with symptoms
•older patients who have aortic valve stenosis, but are not able to undergo surgery
•some patients with pulmonic valve stenosis
This balloon valvotomy procedure can be performed on the mitral, tricuspid, aortic or pulmonary valves.
How is a balloon valvotomy performed?
Balloon valvotomy is a non-surgical procedure performed in the cardiac catheterization laboratory by a cardiologist and a specialized team of nurses and technicians.
Long, slender tubes called catheters are first placed into blood vessels in the groin and guided into the chambers of the heart. The cardiologist then creates a tiny hole in the wall between the upper two chambers of the heart. This hole provides an opening for the cardiologist to access the left atrium with a special catheter that has a balloon at the tip.
The catheter is positioned so the balloon tip is directly inside the narrowed valve. The balloon is inflated and deflated several times to widen the valve opening. Once the cardiologist has determined that the opening of the valve has been widened enough, the balloon is deflated and removed.
During the procedure, the cardiologist may perform an echocardiogram (ultrasound of the heart) to get a better picture of the mitral valve.
What are the symptoms?
Many of the symptoms of mitral stenosis, such as shortness of breath and fatigue, result from a back-up of blood in the lungs. Other symptoms of mitral stenosis may include quick weight gain; weakness; dizziness; swelling in the ankles, feet and/or abdomen (edema); and/or heart palpitations (irregular heartbeat).
What causes mitral stenosis?
Mitral stenosis most commonly develops many years after a person has had rheumatic fever, although many patients diagnosed with mitral stenosis don’t recall ever having the illness. During rheumatic fever, the valve becomes inflamed. Over time, the leaflets of the inflamed valve stick together and become scarred, rigid and thickened, limiting its ability to open completely.
Information retrieved from: http://my.clevelandclinic.org/heart/disorders/valve/balloon_valve.aspx
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Caution before reading
After spending my weekend working with children, adolescence and adults I have come to the conclusion that men and women should need to be screen and deemed fit to have and raise children.
It is terrible to see the effects that broken men and women have on their offspring. For example, not 12 year old boy should feel that he is so different that he has to resort to anorexia and bulimia to fit in with his mother and sister. Low self esteem then leads to his are perhaps looking like someone has used a hot butter knife has been taken to the skin about 20 to 30 times. Then to top is off, due to the abuse has suffered, he has thoughts of harming himself because he hears the voices telling him he is no good and he would be better off dead.
13 year old girls should not have to ask their mother to please take a minute from their day and from being over indulged in her sister, just to get her to have a conversation with her.
15 year old girls and boys should NOT have suicidal thoughts because their parents, who donated the organisms to create them, like to abuse them. They should to feel like harming themselves or turning to substances and illegal drugs will ease the pain.
I know not all parents broken and unfit, but I do think that more needs to be done to prevent the future generations from loosing their minds and giving up their lives to drugs, violence and self harm.
It is terrible to see the effects that broken men and women have on their offspring. For example, not 12 year old boy should feel that he is so different that he has to resort to anorexia and bulimia to fit in with his mother and sister. Low self esteem then leads to his are perhaps looking like someone has used a hot butter knife has been taken to the skin about 20 to 30 times. Then to top is off, due to the abuse has suffered, he has thoughts of harming himself because he hears the voices telling him he is no good and he would be better off dead.
13 year old girls should not have to ask their mother to please take a minute from their day and from being over indulged in her sister, just to get her to have a conversation with her.
15 year old girls and boys should NOT have suicidal thoughts because their parents, who donated the organisms to create them, like to abuse them. They should to feel like harming themselves or turning to substances and illegal drugs will ease the pain.
I know not all parents broken and unfit, but I do think that more needs to be done to prevent the future generations from loosing their minds and giving up their lives to drugs, violence and self harm.
Friday, April 16, 2010
This week-Just get throught the first paragraph :)
OK, this is a rant and I will say sorry in advance. We are all adults in class, so when the professor is lecturing on a Friday afternoon let NOT ask questions that have nothing to do with the content. That just makes us have to stay longer. OK, not I'm done.
What I really want to write about is my experience in at the Good New Clinic this week. The majority of the worker there are volunteers, with only a handful actual paid employees. It was interesting to see the difference between working in a family practice/internal medicine atmosphere that we free to the public (if you qualify) and a private practive.
In the private practice the front desk secretary has to be as nice as possible to the patient because her job and pay check depend on it. If the patients complain about the service she gives it reflects poorly on her and any advancements in the furture. In the public health atmosphere the front desk secretary is nice but she does not have to be sickly sweet nice because more then likly she is not getting paid.
The pace of the day is very different. Granted it is summer time and it is slower in general, but the Doctors are volunteering their time so they done have a full schedule. What I mean is that the patients are not double and triple booked. This because they will not get paid any more if they see any more patients because they are not getting paid. Now on the other hand the private practice Doctors will double and triple book because they will be banking away the dollars. They more people they see and cram in the more money they get in the end.
What was best of all this week at GNC was the fact there is a place people can turn to if they are down & out and they need medical attention. It was nice to see a different aspect of nursing but I don't think community/public health nursing is at the top of the list for me.
What I really want to write about is my experience in at the Good New Clinic this week. The majority of the worker there are volunteers, with only a handful actual paid employees. It was interesting to see the difference between working in a family practice/internal medicine atmosphere that we free to the public (if you qualify) and a private practive.
In the private practice the front desk secretary has to be as nice as possible to the patient because her job and pay check depend on it. If the patients complain about the service she gives it reflects poorly on her and any advancements in the furture. In the public health atmosphere the front desk secretary is nice but she does not have to be sickly sweet nice because more then likly she is not getting paid.
The pace of the day is very different. Granted it is summer time and it is slower in general, but the Doctors are volunteering their time so they done have a full schedule. What I mean is that the patients are not double and triple booked. This because they will not get paid any more if they see any more patients because they are not getting paid. Now on the other hand the private practice Doctors will double and triple book because they will be banking away the dollars. They more people they see and cram in the more money they get in the end.
What was best of all this week at GNC was the fact there is a place people can turn to if they are down & out and they need medical attention. It was nice to see a different aspect of nursing but I don't think community/public health nursing is at the top of the list for me.
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