8 Great Ways You Can Help Protect Your Heart!
Think keeping your heart healthy has to take a lot of extra effort? It doesn't. Adopting some simple healthy habits and having regular checkups can keep your heart in better condition.
In the May 29, 2011 post called Heart To Heart, there is extensive heart health information. The information that I will share with you here is from Methodist Hospital's health magazine. It is some good ideas that are simple, common sense things to do to help your heart stay a little healthier.
1. Brush and floss your teeth!
Researchers have found that people with gum disease are almost twice as likely to have coronary artery disease, (most likely from bacteria in the mouth getting into the bloodstream and affecting the heart). Brush and floss every day and see your dentist for regular checkups and cleanings. [ if you live in the Greater Houston Area, I recommend Dr. William P. Glaros, a Biological Dentist that pays attention to how your over all health influences your dental health]
I personally use the essential oil Thieves Oil and related products like Thieves mouth wash, Thieves dental floss, Thieves toothpaste. I keep my tooth brush covered, and disinfect it with Thieves oil & water before and after I use it.
To order Thieves Oil and related products, contact Pat Blasingame: pat.blasingame@yahoo.com or call 713-453-1117.
2. Hide the salt shaker!
Cutting back on salt reduces the chance of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association recommends that healthy adults consume less than 2,300 milligrams of salt a day (about one teaspoon). Take note of sodium content in foods such as canned soup and frozen meals and choose reduced sodium options. Of course a raw fruit & vegetable lunch without dressings would cut that salt intake down considerably. What that might look like is a plate with a handfull of carrot sticks, a handfull of celery sticks, a handfull of grape tomatoes or any veggie slices that you like along with some apple slices. Have some crackers that are especially for weight loss are nice and crunchy and give you a satisfied feeling.
3. Laugh; and laugh often!
Laughter and a sense of humor may help protect against heart attack, according to a study by cardiologists at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. Mental stress - including laughing less and displaying anger and hostility - may contribute to fat and cholesterol build -up in the coronary arteries that can lead to heart attack. Read a funny book, or watch a funny TV show, (funniest home videos) take a walk with a good friend who makes you laugh. Memorize positive, uplifting verses; the Bible has some wonderful positive things to think on.
4. Enjoy a piece of chocolate!
I can certainly handle that one! It's important to eat a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables and whole grains to protect your heart but indulging in a small square of chocolate a day (about 0.3 ounces) may help lower blood pressure and reduce heart disease risk too; according to a study published in the European Heart Journal. Be sure to choose bittersweet very dark chocolate.
5. Change your TV viewing routine!
Sitting on the couch for long periods of time doesn't do your heart any favors. Entertain your heart while watching your favorite shows by lifting hand weights, doing lunges and leg lifts or stretching out with some yoga poses. Even better - work out for at least 30 minutes each day (walking, cycling, aerobics, etc. ) and then reward yourself with TV viewing on the couch! But of course check with your health professional to make sure exercise is ok for you at this time.
6. Don't smoke!
You've probably heard this one before, but it bears repeating. Smoking or using other tobacco products is one of the top risk factors for developing cardiovascular disease. Talk with your health professional about options to help you quit if you smoke.
7. Get your Zzzzzs!
Getting enough sleep is important for a healthy heart - aim for seven to nine hours each night. If you suffer from sleep apnea (waking up several times during the night and gasping for breath), it's important to seek help from a health professional and get some answers. Several studies have linked sleep apnea with heart problems. Most likely because the same bad health that causes heart problems also causes sleep apnea and creates a cycle. Many people have seen their sleep problems go away when they changed to a better diet and life style.
At Healthy Rewards we have some non-invasive ways to help you know what's going on with your health. The Digital Pulsewave Analyzer, (DPA) gives you a print out of the entire cardiovascular system and what kind of condition it is in, and it takes one minute to do that. We also have the MRBA which gives the results of over 100 categories, like heavy metals, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, bone density, cholesterol & triglycerides, hormonal, emotional, just to name a few. It takes less than a minute. And you get to see the results printed out while you wait. So come by and see us at 1224 Holland Ave, Jacinto City, Texas 77029. To make an appointment call 713-453-8274 and ask for Gene Blasingame. We also have some wonderful supplements that are excellent for heart health! The Cardio Cocktail is such a supplement because of the proper amounts of arginine that the body converts to Nitric Oxide which in turn does an amazing job of repairing the arteries and reducing plaque!
Quiz Time! (Methodist Hospital Magazine)
1. Which proverb is better to remember when someone does something you don't agree with?
a. You can't control what other people do. You can only control how your respond.
b. You can't control what other people do. You can only control how well you get even!
Answer: Letting go of hostility and reducing stress can help you live longer and happier. Women who are habitually optimistic are 30 percent less likely to die from heart disease, according to a new Women's Health Initiative study!
2. A Friday night movie can be a great way to de-stress after a long week. Which movie genre is an award-winner for heart health?
a. Heart-wrenching drama
b. Action-packed thriller
c. Knee-slapping comedy
Answer: Sad or intense movies have a negative effect on blood flow, according to a study published in the medical journal Heart. Funny movies have a positive effect on blood flow similar to that of aerobic exercise.
3. Saturday mornings are perfect for:
a. Cleaning the house
b. Finishing the work you brought home with you.
c. Sleeping in
Answer: People who don't get enough sleep are more likely than those who do to develop heart disease, according to a 2008 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association. One hour or more of sleep per night helped decrease the odds of developing calcium deposits in the coronary arteries. You can't "catch up" but an extra hour or an afternoon nap, can work wonders.
4. You want to get something special, heart healthy and unique for your Valentine this year. How about a :
a. Box of chocolates
b. Bottle of wine
c. Potato
Answer: Potato because of its potassium nutrients that can reduce the risk of high blood pressure and keep fat down.
Ok I laughed out loud at this one. I can just see a guy standing there offering a cooked potato to the love of his life as a token of his undying love! ....... RIGHT! Of course the potato would be a healthier food choice but let me add my own choice for a valentine gift. There is nothing I like better than a boquet of fresh flowers! They make me smile; and that's good for your heart!!
5. Who is Juan Mann?
a. Inventor of the first artificial heart.
b. Free Hugs campaign founder.
c. A popular natural foods chef.
Answer: Juan Mann gained recognition after appearing on "The Oprah Winfre Show" for giving free hugs to people in public places. Researchers attribute the feeling of well-being inspired by hugs to the hormone oxytocin, which can lower heart rate and blood pressure. Cuddling with your pet can create similar soothing effects.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Friday, January 27, 2012
All Natural Shingles Remedy!
Happy New Year!!
Here we are in January, 2012; a new year! A time for reflecting on the past year, evaluating, deciding what to keep and what to change, renewing our health: mentally, physically and emotionally!
Unfortunately January is also the beginning of Flu Season. In a past posting on this health blog, I went over what happens before a person succumbs to the Flu; (look for the first 2010 blog) how the immune system becomes suppressed and compromised so that the body is now suseptible to bacteria and viruses.
When the immune system becomes suppressed or compromised by the stressful activities of the holidays and all the rich sugary foods, the Flu Virus is not the only health problem that can occur! There are different kinds of viruses and the Shingles Virus is one that can be a painful reality when the immune system becomes suppressed.
A pain like no other!
It may start out with an irritated, itchy feeling but clusters of blisters will soon be evident. each little blister is a separate torture factory! And when touched however lightly it sends a searing pain to the companion blister on the opposite side of the body! It is a pain like no other! There are clusters of these blisters and they can occur on any part of the body; on the front and at the same area on the back of the body. They can occur just under the rib cage front and back, on the goin area front and back; my husband had them on his side front and back when he was in his early fifties, my grand daughter had them on her shoulder front and back when she was under a year old! So it's not just an elderly person problem.
The blisters and pain can last for weeks and sometimes longer; even when the blisters are gone there is still pain; my mother in law had pain from shingles that lasted over a year! A long time friend still suffered from intense pain of Shingles and had to take pain medication three times a day even when the blisters were gone! Fortunately I was able to come up with a formula to put on the area and that day he was relieved from his pain. He continued until the ointment was used up and never had another pain!
Essential Oils, a healing annointing. Since being educated in Essential Oils and other natural remedies, I believe there can be a shorter healing time. One such client broke out on a Thursday and began an aggressive natural remedy potocol, which I will share with you, and on Friday a week later there was no more pain & the blisters were nonexistent!
Viruses have a purpose! Yes that's what I said! Every living thing has a purpose and the purpose of a virus is to devour built up toxins in the tissues, bloodstream, etc. So finding a way to quickly detoxify your body without too much extra strain on the body is the first thing to be considered.
1. The Ionic Foot Bath is my recommendation. The benefit of the Ionic Footbath is that it takes the burden of detoxification off of the body and if done on a regular basis, (once or twice a week) there will be less toxic material for viruses to feed off.
2. A good brand of whole vitamin C. Consult with a Certified Natural Health Professional to find out by Muscle Response Testing or by Frequency Technology Testing, how many milligrams per day of Vitamin C. One client started with 30,000 milligrams per day of Vitamin C with Rosehips. No this is not a Type O, yes I said 30,000 milligrams. When your body is in a crisis it will use every milligram! After two days the client reduced the amount to 15,000 milligrams per day. After two more days and because there was a 50% improvement, the amount was reduced to 6,000 milligrams. Keep in mind that during those large amounts there was no upset stomach what so ever! On the 7th day there was no more pain and very little evidence of shingles but 6,000 milligrams of Vitamin C was taken as a precaution. The result was major bowel intolerance. The body simply didn't need that much Vitamin C any longer.
3. Essential Oils for killing the virus! Essential Oils are distilled from herbs, spices, roots, bark of trees & flowers. They are God's gifts to his beloved children to use when our health is in crisis. In the Old Testament, the Children of Israel were healed from a deadly plague by breathing the incense of certain plants, barks of trees, twigs, etc. Essential Oils can be taken by mouth and used topically. A few drops of Thieves Essential oil in four ounces of water can be consumed several times a day. Thieves Oil can also be used topically several times per day when necessary. If the area is too sensitive then Thieves can be diluted with same amounts of Vitamin E Oil.
I have my own formula that has been tried and proven that I will mix and send to anyone in need. In a 5 milliliter bottle the cost is $30 plus S&H. A few drops per application is all that is needed and can be applied several times a day.
5. Silver Shield is a cooling and soothing solution. Silver Shield is a Colloidal Silver Gel from Natures Sunshine that can be applied after the Essential Oil formula.
6. A special skin cream that is my own formula should also be used to enhance and promote the healing and repairing of skin tissue.
7. Protease digestive enzymes a powerful weapon against viruses! The client took about ten Protease enzymes before bedtime each night. All viruses try to fool the immune system with a protective coating of protein. Protease enzymes digest the protein coating and making the virus more defenseless.
8. Infrared Laser Light Therapy an amazing technology for speeding up the healing process on the skin as well as healing deep into the tissues! The client took advantage of this technology which is excellent for skin issues of all kinds. I personally have an Infrared Laser Light Bed that exposes the entire body at once. And I have a smaller Beauty Laser Light that concentrates on a smaller area. You can also purchase an Infrared pen Laser that is no bigger than a writing pen. All are healing to the skin.
For personal counceling on this subject or to order any of these remedies or to make an appointment for special screenings, Raindrop Therapy or the Ionic Foot Bath. Contact Pat Blasingame @ 1-877-barleyg or pat.blasingame@yahoo.com
Here we are in January, 2012; a new year! A time for reflecting on the past year, evaluating, deciding what to keep and what to change, renewing our health: mentally, physically and emotionally!
Unfortunately January is also the beginning of Flu Season. In a past posting on this health blog, I went over what happens before a person succumbs to the Flu; (look for the first 2010 blog) how the immune system becomes suppressed and compromised so that the body is now suseptible to bacteria and viruses.
When the immune system becomes suppressed or compromised by the stressful activities of the holidays and all the rich sugary foods, the Flu Virus is not the only health problem that can occur! There are different kinds of viruses and the Shingles Virus is one that can be a painful reality when the immune system becomes suppressed.
A pain like no other!
It may start out with an irritated, itchy feeling but clusters of blisters will soon be evident. each little blister is a separate torture factory! And when touched however lightly it sends a searing pain to the companion blister on the opposite side of the body! It is a pain like no other! There are clusters of these blisters and they can occur on any part of the body; on the front and at the same area on the back of the body. They can occur just under the rib cage front and back, on the goin area front and back; my husband had them on his side front and back when he was in his early fifties, my grand daughter had them on her shoulder front and back when she was under a year old! So it's not just an elderly person problem.
The blisters and pain can last for weeks and sometimes longer; even when the blisters are gone there is still pain; my mother in law had pain from shingles that lasted over a year! A long time friend still suffered from intense pain of Shingles and had to take pain medication three times a day even when the blisters were gone! Fortunately I was able to come up with a formula to put on the area and that day he was relieved from his pain. He continued until the ointment was used up and never had another pain!
Essential Oils, a healing annointing. Since being educated in Essential Oils and other natural remedies, I believe there can be a shorter healing time. One such client broke out on a Thursday and began an aggressive natural remedy potocol, which I will share with you, and on Friday a week later there was no more pain & the blisters were nonexistent!
Viruses have a purpose! Yes that's what I said! Every living thing has a purpose and the purpose of a virus is to devour built up toxins in the tissues, bloodstream, etc. So finding a way to quickly detoxify your body without too much extra strain on the body is the first thing to be considered.
1. The Ionic Foot Bath is my recommendation. The benefit of the Ionic Footbath is that it takes the burden of detoxification off of the body and if done on a regular basis, (once or twice a week) there will be less toxic material for viruses to feed off.
2. A good brand of whole vitamin C. Consult with a Certified Natural Health Professional to find out by Muscle Response Testing or by Frequency Technology Testing, how many milligrams per day of Vitamin C. One client started with 30,000 milligrams per day of Vitamin C with Rosehips. No this is not a Type O, yes I said 30,000 milligrams. When your body is in a crisis it will use every milligram! After two days the client reduced the amount to 15,000 milligrams per day. After two more days and because there was a 50% improvement, the amount was reduced to 6,000 milligrams. Keep in mind that during those large amounts there was no upset stomach what so ever! On the 7th day there was no more pain and very little evidence of shingles but 6,000 milligrams of Vitamin C was taken as a precaution. The result was major bowel intolerance. The body simply didn't need that much Vitamin C any longer.
3. Essential Oils for killing the virus! Essential Oils are distilled from herbs, spices, roots, bark of trees & flowers. They are God's gifts to his beloved children to use when our health is in crisis. In the Old Testament, the Children of Israel were healed from a deadly plague by breathing the incense of certain plants, barks of trees, twigs, etc. Essential Oils can be taken by mouth and used topically. A few drops of Thieves Essential oil in four ounces of water can be consumed several times a day. Thieves Oil can also be used topically several times per day when necessary. If the area is too sensitive then Thieves can be diluted with same amounts of Vitamin E Oil.
I have my own formula that has been tried and proven that I will mix and send to anyone in need. In a 5 milliliter bottle the cost is $30 plus S&H. A few drops per application is all that is needed and can be applied several times a day.
5. Silver Shield is a cooling and soothing solution. Silver Shield is a Colloidal Silver Gel from Natures Sunshine that can be applied after the Essential Oil formula.
6. A special skin cream that is my own formula should also be used to enhance and promote the healing and repairing of skin tissue.
7. Protease digestive enzymes a powerful weapon against viruses! The client took about ten Protease enzymes before bedtime each night. All viruses try to fool the immune system with a protective coating of protein. Protease enzymes digest the protein coating and making the virus more defenseless.
8. Infrared Laser Light Therapy an amazing technology for speeding up the healing process on the skin as well as healing deep into the tissues! The client took advantage of this technology which is excellent for skin issues of all kinds. I personally have an Infrared Laser Light Bed that exposes the entire body at once. And I have a smaller Beauty Laser Light that concentrates on a smaller area. You can also purchase an Infrared pen Laser that is no bigger than a writing pen. All are healing to the skin.
For personal counceling on this subject or to order any of these remedies or to make an appointment for special screenings, Raindrop Therapy or the Ionic Foot Bath. Contact Pat Blasingame @ 1-877-barleyg or pat.blasingame@yahoo.com
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