Monday, February 21, 2011

Hello Again!

Okay, it has been a while since I have updated this blog. I will be updating more regularly. I have some interesting new products I want to discuss. Please check back soon.

Monday, October 29, 2007

Lowering blood pressure with RESPeRate

What is RESPeRATE?
RESPeRATE is a portable electronic device that helps lower blood pressure naturally by enabling you to quickly harness the power of paced breathing.

Scientific evidence has shown that paced breathing, if done effortlessly, can lower blood pressure significantly by relaxing the muscles surrounding constricted blood vessels.
The problem for many people, however, is that proper paced breathing requires years of training and individualized coaching.

RESPeRATE makes therapeutic paced breathing easy. It is the only medical device for high blood pressure treatment using patented Interactive Respiratory Pacing technology. RESPeRATE has been proven to bring you the blood-pressure reducing benefits of paced breathing in weeks.


How RESPeRATE lowers your blood pressure:

RESPeRATE’s breathing sensor automatically analyzes your individual breathing pattern and creates a personalized melody* composed of two distinct inhale and exhale guiding tones.

Simply listen to the melody through the headphones, and your body’s natural tendency to follow external rhythms will enable you to easily synchronize your breathing to the tones.

By gradually prolonging the exhalation tone to slow your breathing, RESPeRATE leads you to the therapeutic zone of less than 10 breaths per minute.

Within a few minutes, the muscles surrounding the small blood vessels in your body relax, blood flows more freely, and your blood pressure is significantly reduced.

While your breathing returns to normal after each session with RESPeRATE, the beneficial impact on your blood pressure accumulates. Within 3 to 4 weeks, you’ll see a significant, lasting reduction in your blood pressure.

RESPeRATE Duo Blood Pressure Lowering Device

Treating Depression with Light Therapy

We are coming upon the season where depression becomes more prominent, the days get shorter, the weather gets colder, things get hectic around the holidays, etc. Below is some interesting information regarding light therapy and helping treat depression. The source is from Mayo Clinic, which is a very prominent and well-known medical facility that treats some of the most complicated cases of medical problems for patients world wide.

Information from the Mayo Clinic on Light Therapy

Treatment with light therapy:

Light therapy is a standard treatment for seasonal affective disorder. Consult your doctor to make sure you are using it effectively and that you understand the potential benefits and drawbacks.

In the dark days of fall and winter, you may turn your face to the afternoon sun, seeking out what little light filters through fading gray skies. You may throw open the blinds, leave lights on throughout your home or even head south for a vacation — anything for a little more light. Or you may even be unable to crawl out of bed in the morning.

For people with a type of depression called seasonal affective disorder (SAD), this need for light takes on greater significance. Treatment with light therapy may offer a chance to regain the happier mood and brighter outlook that you lose to seasonal affective disorder. Learn how light therapy works and understand its pros and cons.

Understanding light therapy:

In light therapy, you sit with your eyes open in front of a light box — a small, portable device that contains fluorescent bulbs or tubes. The light box emits a type and intensity of light that isn't found in normal household lighting, so simply sitting in front of a lamp in your living room won't relieve the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. Light therapy mimics outdoor light and causes a biochemical change in your brain that lifts your mood, relieving symptoms of seasonal affective disorder.

Light therapy, also called bright light therapy or phototherapy, has been used to treat seasonal affective disorder since the early 1980s. Many mental health professionals now consider light therapy to be standard treatment for seasonal affective disorder.

However, light therapy hasn't been officially approved as a treatment by the Food and Drug Administration because of a lack of definitive evidence about its effectiveness in clinical trials. Results of some clinical trials have shown light therapy to be effective — and in some cases even more effective than antidepressants — while other research has shown that it's not effective. In addition, most studies have lasted less than six weeks.

You can purchase a light therapy box over-the-counter, which means you don't need a prescription. However, check with your doctor before trying light therapy to make sure it's appropriate for your situation.

The link between light and seasonal affective disorder:

The precise cause of seasonal affective disorder isn't known, but genetics and your age may be factors. Most evidence, though, suggests that it arises from abnormalities in how your body manages its internal (circadian) biological rhythms or matches those rhythms to the 24-hour day. In particular, the hormone melatonin is thought to play a major role in seasonal affective disorder. Melatonin helps control body temperature, hormone secretion and sleep. It's produced in a specific area of your brain during the hours of darkness.

During the low-light months of fall and winter, people with seasonal affective disorder produce more melatonin than normal — enough to cause potentially debilitating symptoms of depression. But exposure to bright light, such as that from a light box, can suppress the brain's production of melatonin, helping regulate your body's internal clock and reducing symptoms.

The benefits of light therapy:

Light therapy offers many potential benefits for people with seasonal affective disorder. It may be helpful for you if:

You don't want to take medications such as antidepressants
You can't tolerate the side effects of antidepressants
You've tried antidepressants but they haven't been effective
You want an alternative to psychotherapy
You're pregnant and concerned about the effects of antidepressants on your developing fetus
You lack insurance coverage for mental health services
Treating other disorders
Light therapy may be helpful in treating conditions other than seasonal affective disorder. However, it shouldn't be a substitute for standard treatment. And keep in mind that little research has been done using light therapy for other disorders. These other disorders may include:

Depression other than seasonal affective disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Postpartum depression
Some forms of insomnia
Drawbacks and side effects of light therapy
Light therapy isn't for everyone, nor is it always completely effective in reducing all of your symptoms.

Cautions
Light therapy may trigger episodes of mania in people with bipolar disorder. In addition, although rare, some people, particularly those with severe forms of depression, have reported thoughts of suicide after treatment with light therapy. Light therapy alone may not be fully effective. You still may need treatment with medications or psychotherapy.

Side effects:

Side effects from light therapy are uncommon but can happen. They include:

Eyestrain
Headache
Agitation
Nausea
Insomnia
Irritability
Fatigue
Dry mouth
Sleep disruptions
You may be able to manage these problems by reducing treatment time, moving farther from the light box, taking breaks during long sessions or changing the time of day you use light therapy. Talk to your doctor for additional help and advice.

Who shouldn't use light therapy:

Don't use light therapy without consulting your doctor first if:

Your skin is sensitive to light
You take medications that react with sunlight, such as certain antibiotics or anti-inflammatories
You have an eye condition that makes your eyes vulnerable to light damage
How to use light therapy
Although you can buy light therapy boxes over-the-counter, it's important to consult your doctor when you use one. Done improperly, light therapy won't be effective, and it could even be harmful.

Averting your eyes
In order for light therapy to work, the light from the light box must enter your eyes indirectly. You can't get the same effect by exposing your skin to the light. But don't look directly at the light box because the light can damage your eyes. The bulbs in the light box are covered with a plastic screen that helps block out potentially harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that can cause cataracts and skin problems.

Three key elements
Light therapy is most effective when you have the proper combination of intensity, duration and timing:

Intensity. The intensity of the light box is recorded in lux, which is a measure of the amount of light you receive at a specific distance from a light source. Light boxes for light therapy usually produce between 2,500 lux and 10,000 lux, with 10,000 lux being typical. In contrast, the lighting in an average living room in the evening is less than 400 lux, while a bright sunny day may register 100,000 lux. The intensity of your light box may also determine how far you sit from it and the length of time you need to use it. The 10,000 lux light boxes usually require only 30 minutes per session, while the 2,500 lux light boxes may require up to two hours per session.

Duration. Light therapy typically involves daily sessions ranging from 30 minutes to two hours. When you first start light therapy, your doctor may recommend treatment for shorter blocks of time, such as 15 minutes. You gradually working up to longer periods.
Timing. For most people, light therapy is most effective if used in the morning, after you first wake up, rather than during the evening. Doing light therapy at night can disrupt your sleep.

Finding time:
Light therapy requires time and consistency. Some people quit because they don't want to spend a lot of time sitting by a light box. But light therapy doesn't have to be boring. You can set your light box on a table or desk in your home or in your office. You can read, use a computer, write, watch television, talk on the phone or eat while undergoing light therapy. Some light boxes are even available as visors that you can wear. Because light therapy seems to work best in the early morning, you may need to wake up earlier than you normally would to match treatment with biological rhythms. You may find that difficult to do, especially if depression leaves you feeling lethargic. Your doctor can help you find a schedule that works for you.

What to expect from light therapy:
The general recommendation for most people with seasonal affective disorder is to begin treatment with light therapy in the early fall, as soon as the earliest symptoms start. Be on the alert for such symptoms as difficulty waking, daytime sleepiness and carbohydrate cravings. Treatment generally continues until spring, when outdoor light alone is sufficient to sustain a good mood and higher energy.

Some people experience seasonal affective disorder in the summer. And others who typically have winter depression may notice symptoms during prolonged periods of cloudy or rainy weather during other seasons. You and your doctor can adjust your light box treatment based on the timing and duration of your symptoms.

Sticking with it:
With appropriate light therapy, you may start to feel better within several days. In some cases, though, it can take two or more weeks. Sticking to a consistent daily routine of light therapy sessions can help ensure that you maintain those benefits over time. If you interrupt light therapy during the winter months or stop too soon in the spring when you think you're improving, your symptoms could return.

Apollo Health GoLite P1 Blue Spectrum Light Therapy Device


NatureBright SunTouch Plus Light and Ion Therapy Lamp

Monday, October 8, 2007

'Tis the season for the wheezin' or sneezin'

Fall is upon us and although all of the leaves are turning and everything looks gorgeous, it is also the season when we start getting sick and passing everything around. Below are some natural products from King Bio that can prevent sickness from rearing it's ugly head:

Cough Control 2 oz.

King Bio Homeopathic Lungs & Bronchial Relief - 2 oz


King Swollen Glands Relief (2 oz)

Allergies & Hay Fever

Natural Pet Stress Control (4 oz)

Monday, September 3, 2007

Five Steps You Can Take Today To Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is not something to be taken lightly. It is a serious disease, the cause of which is unknown. One fact health care professionals do know is that left untreated, high blood pressure over time can lead to serious heart disease and other vascular troubles, even death.

Blood pressure medications come in a wide range of formulas and
dosages; each aimed at reducing the pressure going through the
blood vessels either as the heart pumps blood or relaxes. Some
medications strengthen the blood vessels while others thin the
blood in an effort to reduce the strain. Trial and error is usually
a doctor's only course of action when determining which combination of drugs and treatments will benefit a specific patient. The problem with this approach is the dangerous side effects, which often accompany these medications.

There is however some good news about hypertension! There are steps you can take today that will begin to lower your blood pressure almost immediately. Overtime, the result is a sustained healthy blood pressure reading that supports your blood vessels and heart for years to come.

Start with these 5 easy lifestyle changes. Always consult with your doctor before trying anything new with your health regime, and never go off of any medication without the advice of your doctor. Here is a list that any doctor can approve of:

1. Drink Water. Yes, water is a way to cleanse and refresh every
part of the body, even your blood vessels. Drink 8-10 glasses each day to flush out excess salt and toxins that make their way into the blood stream. You can use water to replace some drinks
containing caffeine that temporarily raise blood pressure.

2. Stop Smoking. If you are a long time smoker, you know how it
affects your breathing. What you may not realize is its impact on
your blood pressure. If you can't quit completely, then cut down.
Even a 50% reduction in the number of cigarettes smoked each week can help.

3. Exercise. A cardiovascular workout strengthens the heart. This is important because high blood pressure over time puts added strain on the heart. Just 20 minutes, 3 times per week of a
sustained increase in heart rate will aid in lowering blood
pressure.

4. Eat Right. If you are eating better and exercising, a nice
by-product will be weight loss. By reducing your weight by 10%, you can significantly lower blood pressure. A diet that includes the freshest fruits and vegetables will support healthy blood pressure. Reduce or eliminate salt intake, and especially beware of "hidden" sodium found abundantly in pre-packaged convenience foods.

5. Relax. Many people have a temporary raise in blood pressure when they are under stress. If you have high blood pressure because you are over weight or have a family history of hypertension, then stress raises it that much more. Try taking a walk, meditating or listening to relaxing music to take the edge off a stressful day. Make time for decompressing each and every day.

Discover many more safe and effective methods that will make a positive impact on your blood pressure level:

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Friday, August 31, 2007

Psoriasis Breakthrough

Find out what today's top medical scientists, doctors, microbiologisits, and nutritionists have to say about treating Psoriasis that could give you your health back FAST!

Psoriasis is simply due to excess acidity being eliminated from your body, so that it doesn't damage the integrity of your internal systems and organs, through the largest eliminatory organ of your body: YOUR SKIN!

But what CAUSES this excess acidity in the first place??!

In reality, Psoriasis is not the "disease" at all.

It's actually a "symptom" - an outward "signal" - of a damaged inner terrain that simply is too polluted, toxic, and acidic!

So what does this mean, you might ask?

A compromised, toxic, acidic inner terrain is a breeding ground for all kinds of "nasties" to proliferate.

These collect in the weakest parts of the body and start tearing the body's processes down.

That's what these controversial scientists have found. Psoriasis doesn't just happen, but instead is the direct result of a breakdown inside our body.

When millions of people around the world start experiencing the same health problems, something is seriously wrong. Something is unbalanced. And it's never an "accident".

What scientists have now discovered is... that the "Root Cause" of Psoriasis is our modern lifestyle, causing your body to become diseased by acids: sugars, carbohydrates, excess fats and uric acid (all very common in our modern diets) keep flowing through our bloodstream.

Because our body is a very delicately balanced organism, whatever you ingest can radically destroy that delicate balance...

Which means...

Psoriasis Is Just A Warning Sign Of A Total Breakdown Inside Your Body Due To Your Lifestyle.

This is when you develop "Psoriasis"... And if you don't stop destroying your body's internal processes and organs, you develop ever more serious and life-threatening health problems.

Our radical change in diet and lifestyle in the last 100 years has actually transformed your body into a toxic wasteland.


Here’s what leading scientist, Dr Robert O. Young, has to say about the ROOT cause of diseases such as Psoriasis:

"There is only One Sickness and One Disease, and this one ‘sickness’ is the over-acidification of the body due primarily to an inverted way of living, thinking, and eating... there can therefore be only one remedy and treatment, and that is to alkalise the body and break the cycle of imbalance, thus allowing us to experience the energy, vitality and true health we’re all meant to have."

Dr. Young is an American microbiologist and nutrition scientist, and is known as one of the top research scientists in the world. His findings are currently sending shockwaves throughout the scientific community.

Published in noted medical journals and having conducted tests in collaboration with the John Hopkins Medical School, his findings are irrefutable and indisputable.

Learn more about Psoriasis Breakthrough here.

Natural Sleep Secrets

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Keep in mind that this is a completely drug-free solution. Not only is this a healthy alternative, but ask yourself how much money will you actually save when you no longer have to pay for sleep drugs, expensive therapists, and other sleep remedies?

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