Complimentary Medicine
HCG Diet
In 1954 Dr. A.T.W. Simeons found a solution to make the stored body fat circulate again without people having to suffer from hunger or having to exercise too much.
The solution is HCG or human chorionic gonadotropins, a hormone found in the urine of pregnant females. Dr Simeons found that small amount administered daily for a short period of time (23 to40 days) in combination with a very low calorie diet consisting of 500 calories, produces an average weight loss of 1 pound per day. The person following the protocol feels satisfied with the dietary intake of 500 calories, since the HCG helps the body to release additional calories (up to 3,500) from stored body fat. The HCG weight loss protocol performs a metabolic recovery, where the hypothalamic fat set point in the body is reset, boosting the metabolism and increasing the person's ability to burn fat at a much higher rate. HCG is also said to break down body fat, causing rapid weight loss my mass, simultaneously protecting the endogenous fat and muscles which the body needs to stay healthy, but also avoiding sagging and loose skin often characteristic in excessive weight. Daily activities can be continued without feeling weak or tired and without feeling depressed- in fact, most report feeling strong and energetic.
Bio-Identical Hormones
A woman's body is a delicate balance of hormones that affect not only her ability to create life, but also affects her mood, her health, and her libido.
Through synthetic chemicals in our daily lives and synthetic hormones we have damaged the natural hormone balance that protect our hearts, our minds, our bones, our breasts, our hair and skin, our moods temperament and irritability, our libido and our fertility.
Bio-Identical hormones, Natural hormones that have a chemical structure identical to the hormones naturally produced in the human body. They are made from soy and plant based products. In contrast, the synthetic hormones are designed by drug companies and are foreign to the human body in a unique way so they can be patented. The formula has been altered in a small way, not realizing that some of the changes which originally thought were insignificant would not be - e.g. the DES story. As recently was concluded in a women study, that provera, synthetic non bio-identical progesterone may be the" bad factor "in increasing the rate in breast cancer. Premarin, the most commonly prescribed hormone replacement, is natural to a horse, derived from pregnant mare urine, and is not natural to the human body.
Estrogen is a hormone produced by the ovaries throughout a woman's reproductive years. Estrogen plays an important role in a woman's life from the time she enter puberty until menopause. Estrogen is also found in men, and it is an essential component when considering hormonal balance in men.
Estrogen is not one hormone but a group of similar hormones with varying degrees of activity. The three dominant form of estrogen are; Estrone, Estradiol and Estriol. During the reproductive phase of a woman's life, Estrogens have an influence on multiple imbalances like PMS, fibroids and infertility. In the peri-menopausal phase, the ovaries produce less and less amounts of estrogen. This decline in estrogen often presents itself in the form of hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, urinary tract infections, skin problems, and emotional changes such as depression and anxiety. Estrogen replacement therapy may help relieve these symptoms, as well as, lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, Alzheimer's dementia, colon cancer and more.
As the woman matures, although her body looses the ability to create estrogen, her environment continues to feed her wit estrogen from meats, eggs, and dairy products. Chemicals surrounding her on a daily base such as plastics, pesticides, and cleaning substances create an estrogen-like effect on the body. Without the balancing effects of progesterone, the estrogen effects take control "estrogen dominance", having more devastating results. The imbalance of hormones in the body leads to breast cancer, heart disease, strokes, bone loss, and other forms of cancer.
Progesterone is essentially made by the adrenal glands or by the ovaries as a consequence of ovulation during the 2nd half of the menstrual cycle. The progesterone level in the body is always counterbalancing the effects of the estrogen. As the woman matures, her body's ability to produce progesterone decreases dramatically.
Natural progesterone is first and foremost essential for the survival and the development of the embryo and throughout pregnancy. Compared to the most prescribed synthetic progesterone, provera, which carries the warning, that its use in early pregnancy might increase the risk of early abortion or congenital deformities of the fetus.
Bio-identical natural progesterone is not only effective in PMS, menopause, and osteoporosis but also as a precursor to other hormones like estrogen and testosterone.
Your body's own progesterone protects against fibrocystic breast, normalizes blood clotting mechanism, blood sugar levels, helps thyroid actions, helps protect against breast cancer, and restores libido.
Pregnanolone also known as "the Grandmother hormone" is made in the adrenal glands, liver, skin and the gonads (testicles and ovaries).It is made from cholesterol in the cell mitochondria, which are the chemical factories of the cells and involved in the energy molecules in the body.
Pregnanolone is converted into DHEA. DHEA then is converted into androgens, estrogens, and cortisol, and other steroids within the body.
Pregnanolone is helpful in multiple conditions such as; brain function, including mood, and memory and thinking, Alzheimer's, sleep disorders, chronic fatigue ,immune system, lupus, multiple sclerosis, premenstrual syndrome, stress, and auto-immune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma.
Testosterone is a naturally hormone occurring responsible for developing adult male physical characteristics during and after puberty,it is important for erectile function, libido, mood, muscle mass and normal energy level. Testosterone is also essential in women for libido, muscle mass, and normal energy level, and mood.
Melatonin is made in the brain by the pineal gland, it helps to set and control the internal clock that governs the natural rhythms of the body. Melatonin is mainly produced at night to help with sleep. Melatonin has a significant influence on our hormonal, immune and nervous systems. Melatonin is considered the most powerful antioxidant with anti-aging and immune enhancing benefits
DHEA is a natural hormone made by the adrenal glands. It travels in the blood stream and goes into our cell, where it is converted into male hormones as androgens, or female hormone as estrogens. It is also called "the mother hormone".
Studies have showed that DHEA boosts the immune functions, improves mood and energy with increased sense of well-being , boosts the sex drive and influences longevity, also reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases in men , helps lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis as well as diabetes and some forms of cancers.
Thyroid hormone is the most commonly prescribed hormone replacement. It regulates the body's metabolism, body temperature and energy production. The production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland diminishes with aging and can be affected by some autoimmune disease (thyroiditis).
Hypothyroid state causes symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, water retention, hair thinning, low body temperature and cold intolerance.
The correct laboratory testing needs to be done to evaluate the full function of the gland, including the two form of thyroid hormone (T4 & T3), to evaluate the conversion of T4 (inactive form) to T3 (active form). Another consideration is the iodine status, from which thyroid hormones are made.
Cortisol also known as the stress hormone, is released by the adrenal gland in response to physical and mental stress. However too much stress and cortisol, for a prolonged length of time, is detrimental to the health.
Excess cortisol can lead to bone thinning, decrease in immune function, increase in fat deposit, and insulin resistance (precursor to diabetes mellitus and heart disease).Cortisol deficiency can cause fatigue, low blood pressure, low blood sugar, and insomnia.
Human Growth Hormone is one of many hormones in the body like estrogen, progesterone, and DHEA that all decline in production with age. While many of these hormones can be replaced to deter some of the effects of aging, HGH reaches far beyond the scope of any of these hormones. Not only does it prevent biological aging, but it acts to significantly reverse a broad range of the signs and symptoms associated with the aging process.
The decline of Growth hormones with age is directly associated with many of the symptoms of aging including wrinkling, gray hair, hair loss, decreased energy and sexual function, loss of muscles and increased body fat, cardiovascular diseases, decrease healing , decrease memory and mental function, osteoporosis and overall lower life expectancy
Bio-identical hormone replacement is available in different formulations; Topical cream the most prescribed form, for easy absorption and titration.
Before beginning bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, many factors must be taken into consideration such as past and present medical information, family history, and a proper informational discussion and exam regarding the risks and benefits to further determine candidacy.
Medical Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient Oriental system of medicine used to treat and prevent illness and promote health. Medical acupuncture is the term used to describe acupuncture performed by a physician trained and licensed in Western medicine that has also had thorough training in acupuncture as a specialty practice.
 Medical acupuncture is a system, which can influence three areas of health care:
While acupuncture is often associated with pain control, in the hands of a well-trained practitioner it has much broader applications. Acupuncture can be effective as the only treatment used, or as the support or adjunct to other medical treatment forms in many medical and surgical disorders.
The World Health Organization recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of medical problems, including:
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Digestive disorders: gastritis and hyperacidity, spastic colon, constipation and diarrhea.
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Respiratory disorders: sinusitis, sore throat, bronchitis, asthma and recurrent chest infections.
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Neurological and muscular disorders: headaches, facial tics, neck pain, rib neuritis, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, various forms of tendonitis, low back pain, sciatica and osteoarthritis.
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Urinary, menstrual and reproductive problems.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
If you want to look your best, revitalized and full of life, then Cosmetic acupuncture is for you. Cosmetic acupuncture utilizes an ancient needling technique that brings increased Qi and blood flow. The practitioner uses point selections on the body to complete the balancing of energy. This results in an overall rejuvenation effect of body, mind and spirit.
Many factors contribute to the visible signs of aging including sun damage, smoking, stress, diet and lifestyle. This anti-aging treatment affects your overall health in a positive way.
Benefits:
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Tightness of the abdominal area and loss of inches
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Improvement in the fine lines of the face and a diminishing effect on deeper wrinkles
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Moisturized, softer skin and a more even skin tone
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Improved muscle tone and firmer jaw line
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Reduction in puffiness due to improved metabolism
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Reduction or elimination of rosacea and acne
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Enhanced energy
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Better sense of well being
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Improved digestion
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Decrease in postural and back pain issues
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Increased libido
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Reduction in conditions such as insomnia, hot flashes, depression, mild anxiety and digestive symptoms
Colon Hydrotherapy
The Colon is 5 1/2 feet long and contains the largest concentration of bacteria in the body. They provide assistance with the absorption of folic acid, B vitamins and vitamin K from foods. In a healthy colon, lactobacillus and acidophilus are the dominant 'good' strains of bacteria that greatly outnumber the disease producing 'bad' strains of bacteria. Waste matter allowed to stagnate within the colon alters the proportion of 'good' bacteria to 'bad' bacteria and the potential for disease can exist. These 'bad' bacteria decompose and produce toxins. We build an over-abundance of yeast, we become constipated, we reduce our ability to absorb healthy water and nutirents, we lose concentration and cognitive thinking. When the toxins are absorbed into circulation they contribute to the production of disease and illness elsewhere in the body.
A healthy colon produces at least two full bowel movements per day and notes a transistion time of 8 hours to 23 hours from stomach to rectum. It is responsible for a large portion of your daily life-force. Fifty percent of your immune system, fifty percent of your detoxification mechanism, and ninety-five percent of your brain-balancing seratonin is created and stored in the gut. If the gut is not working properly, neither are you!
Colon Hydrotherapy is the removal of waste from the large intestine without the use of chemicals, laxatives or synthetic drugs. Since the colon is the largest evacuation method for the body waste and toxins, it is vital to keep this 'sewer system' in the best working order.
Years of exposure to cell damaging artificial sweeteners, refined sugars, hydrogenated fats, fast foods, food preservatives, food colorings, irradiated food products, hormones, antibiotics, steroids and refined carbohydrates render our digestive system ineffective at best. Although our society is becoming more aware of the dangers of processed foods, simply correcting our eating habits is not enough. We must go into the body with fiber, herbs, natural vitamins and minerals to aid the body in repairing the damage that has occurred over the past years. We must also work to rid the colon of fecal matter, impactions and mucoid plaque that accumulate as a result of the unhealthy consumption. As these things collect within the intestines and adhere to the lining, they prevent the absorption and proper synthesis of ey nutrients needed to sustain life. The key to life is the renewal and regeneration of cells within the human body. Slow and sluggish systems simply age us faster.
The Colonic begins when a client enters a private room for and interview, a demonstration and instruction on how to prepare for the colon hydrotherapy session.
The therapist leaves the room so the client can undress from the waist down, get situated on the hydrotherapy unit and insert the disposable rectal tube. Once situated, the client will cover themselves up and page the therapist.
Once the therapist returns, further instruction is given and the session begins. Warm, filtered, purified, gravity-fed water is introduced into the colon and the cleansing begins. As the water is introduced into the colon, a slight pressure sensation or mild cramping will be felt at the area of the sigmoid colon. At that time, the client will simply bear down as if they were having a normal bowel movement. Water and waste matter is evacuated into the basin of the hydrotherapy unit and smell is withdrown through a vent fan located on the drainpipe. The cycling of water into the colon and waste matter evacuation will occur for 30 to 45 minutes in each session. The total amount of water used in a session is approximately 4 to 6 gallons.
The Treatment Regimen suggested is Session 1 followed within 24 hours by Session 2. Wait 5-7 days for Session 3 followed within 24 hours by Session 4. Wait 5-7 days for Session 5. Wait 5-7 days for Session 6. This regimen is set up to work with the body's own toxin release instinct. The number of treatment cycles needed is determined by the individual level of toxicity.
Contraindications that will restrict the use of the colon hydrotherapy unit are abdominal hernia, abdominal surgery, abnormal distension, acute liver failure, anemia, aneurysm, carcinoma of the colon, cardiac conditions, Crohns disease, colitis, dialysis patients, Diverticulosis, Diverticulitis, fissures and fistulas, hemorrhaging, hemorrhoidectomy, intestinal perforations, Lupus, pregnancy, rectal or colon surgery, renal insufficiencies, medications which thin the intestinal walls. Always make the hydrotherapist aware of hemorrhoids, internal and external, the use of laxatives, timing of menstral cycle or diarrhea.
Infrared Sauna
Far Infrared is an electromagnetic spectrum of wavelengths. Simply stated, the invisible band of light warms objects without warming the air between the source and the object. The sun is an example of this energy and so is the human body. When you go outside on a cold day and your face feels warm in the sunshine, this is far infrared penetrating your body 1.5 to 3.5 inches. Your body radiates this same energy. The Far Infrared Sauna duplicates these healthy infrared frequencies. The tissues selectively absorb these rays as the water in the cell reacts in a process called 'resonant absorption'. This 'resonant absorption' occurs when the frequency of the far infrared matches the frequency of water in the cell causing toxins to be dropped off into the blood stream and excreted in sweat, feces and urine.
Toxicity is a very chronic issue in our society. Studies show that most of us have between 400 and 800 chemical residues stored in the fat cells of our bodies. These chemicals and heavy metals make up the 'total toxic burden'. When our bodies exceed the li it that we can excrete, we begin to store these toxins. This bioaccumulation seriously compromises our physiological and psychological health and leads to chronic disease.
The following symptoms are often related to toxicity: allergies, acne, anxiety, burning skin, brain fog, chronic fatigue, chemical sensitivities, depression, eczema, frequent colds or flu, feeling sick all over, insomnia, loss of dexterity, low body temperature, memory loss, mood swings, muscle and joint pains, poor concentration, the inability to lose weight, the inability to control cravings, elevated cholesterol levels, sugar sensitivities, respiratory conditions, frequent illness and constipation.
Immune System health is vital for defense against disease and illness. A typical sauna session will cause a brief 1 degree to 3 degree F increase in body temperature. Fever is the body's defense against bacteria and infection. This beneficial side effect triggers the production of white blood cells by your bone marrow and the killer T cells by your thymus. The result is a boost in immune health.
Contraindications that will restrict the use of the infrared sauna are severe adrenal suppression, Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis, hemophilia, and pregnancy.
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