This page is to offer health tips and suggestions. Keep in mind that I am not a medical doctor and I do not claim to cure anything. This page is intended to provide natural remedies to bring relief or enhance your health. You must do your own research and evaluate if the techniques and or suggestions would be appropriate for your body.
H. Bennett, ryt-500, pyt-500
YOGA: Your intention is more important during your sadhana (yoga practice) than just doing the yoga....practice with compassion and respect for yourself~
WARM BEVERAGES / WATER
Drinking warm water throughout the day helps carry toxins out of the system, speeds up metabolism, and is very beneficial first thing in the morning. It can help contribute to healthy weight loss too. It's actually best to avoid cold beverages with meals that can slow down digestion and metabolism. Did you know that the recommended amount of water to drink each day is eight 8 oz glasses?! One easy way to do this is to purchase a refillable 32 oz water bottle, then fill it up in the morning and drink, and fill it up in the early afternoon and drink. Try to finish before 4pm so that you aren't up all night using the bathroom.
TEA TREE OIL
This essential oil is great for many ailments, because it is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral. Use it to rid acne/ boils, athletes foot, cooling agent for burns, great for gum infections, and find out more at this following website:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tea_tree_oil
http://herbalmusings.com/tea_tree_oil.htm
ARNICA for pain relief
This is a wonderful gel that can be used externally on any bruised area of the body as long as the skin isn't broken. I buy ARNICARE GEL by Boiron. It has helped myself and my children on many occasions by effectively reducing pain, swelling, and bruising.
Arnica Montana can also be taken internally. The company that sells this is Boiron and there are others. This is a very wonderful resource when muscles are tight, sore, or for trauma after an injury or car accident. This homeopathic medicine can be found at most health food stores. Here is the website: http://www.boironusa.com/
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
A great remedy to cure a sore throat (and many other conditions) is to take one tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar. You can use juice to chase it down. This really works well and you should notice a significant difference within a day! Information found at the following website: http://www.earthclinic.com/ (KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS WILL NOT CURE STREP AND CAUTION SHOULD BE TAKEN TO ENSURE YOU DON'T HAVE STREP OR OTHER MORE SERIOUS PROBLEM)
some further information on vinegar: http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar
Udo's Oil:
This oil is known to nourish the body and joints. It contains flax, sesame and sunflower seed oils. Udo's Oil has the ideal balance of Omega 3 and Omega 6 essentsial fatty acids for people who want one product that gives them all of the good fats they need, without any of the bad fats they should avoid. Every cell, tissue and gland and organ is dependent upon the presence of essential fatty acids. They are the main structural component of cell membranes and are necessary for cell gorwth and division. Udo's oil can be enjoyed on rice, salads, sandwiches, or just by itself! http://www.florahealth.com/flora/home/usa/products/R67980.asp
Triphala:
In Ayurveda, Triphala is used for removing toxins from the digestive tract and balancing all three doshas. Taking at bedtime seems most beneficial and helps keep the BM's moving smoothly.
For additional information vist: http://www.organicindia.com/triphala.php
http://www.banyanbotanicals.com/triphala.asp
Oil Pulling:
I started oil pulling and continue daily because I like the effects of whiter teeth, feeling mucous drain, and softer skin. The following website can provide further details if you are interested in trying. The initial time will feel strange but it gets easier each day...just keep doing for at least a week to see what you notice!
www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/oil_pulling.html
Kitchari:
Kitchari is a mixture of basmati rice and mung dal with spices suited for your dosha. This nourishing food is well balanced and provides an excellent protein combination. Kitchari is commonly used during panchakarma (a cleansing program) and is eaten as a mono-fast because it is easy to digest, provides strength and vitality, and is excellent for detoxification and de-aging of the cells.
Tridoshic Kitchari:
Warm 3 tablespoons of ghee in large pot
Add spices:
1 1/2 inch piece of cinnamon bark
5 whole cardamom pods
5 whole cloves
10 balck peppercorns
3 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon, cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon salt
Then add 1/2 cup washed split yellow mung dal and one cup washed basmati rice, mix together well and then add 6 cups of fresh water... boil for 5 minutes stirring occasionally, then turn to low heat, cover and simmer for about 25 minutes. Remove bay leaves and cloves before eating.
Enjoy this nourishing and revitalizing meal three times a day and drink plenty of hot tea with meals and in between. It is recommended to take Tripahla at night as a further detox aid.
CCF Tea
A wonderful homemade tea that goes along with this cleanse is as follows:
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon corriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
Mix together, steep one tablespoon in hot water for about 2-3 minutes, then enjoy! |
