Ozone steam sauna therapy
Every cell in the body requires a continuous supply of oxygen to feed the chemical reactions that generate energy, detox internal and external waste products and maintain production of the structural cell components. A lack of sufficient cellular oxygen to the body – due to poor posture and breathing, refined foods, de-oxygenated water, smoking, lack of exercise, exposure to carbon monoxide and more – reduces the optimal performance of these essential functions. This is a major cause of poor health. Ozone is a form of high energy oxygen, made up of 3 atoms. Over a period of 30 min. ozone …
How leaky gut affects your body
What is a leaky GUT? Leaky gut develops due to gaps between the cells (enterocytes) that make up the membrane lining of your intestinal wall. The tiny gaps allow substances such as undigested food, bacteria and metabolic waste that should be confined to your digestive tract, to escape into your bloodstream. Once the integrity of your intestinal lining is compromised, and there is a flow of toxic substances “leaking out” into your bloodstream, your body experiences significant increases in inflammation. The gut inflammation can lead to food intolerances, which can lead to immune system problems and finally you can also …
Gout can be managed, treated or prevented with lifestyle adjustment – part 3
Gout treatment starts with your diet High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a dietary culprit that wrecks your uric acid levels, putting you at high risk of gout. Elevated blood sugar levels is the REAL underlying problem that causes the inflammation associated with gout, as well as the subsequent damage it inflicts on your body, specifically your joints. If you reduce your consumption of high-purine foods, you can still experience gout symptoms if you continue to ingest HFCS, which is mostly found in processed foods. If you consume more than two colas per day, you have an 85 percent higher risk …
How to treat, manage and prevent Gout with lifestyle adjustments – part 2
Making important lifestyle changes can help you to treat, manage and prevent Gout, here’s what you can do, 4 Things you can do about hyperuricemia (high uric acid): Tell your doctor, as well as all healthcare providers, about any other medications you are taking (including over-the-counter, vitamins, or herbal remedies). Always remind your doctor or healthcare provider if you have a history of diabetes, liver, kidney, and / or heart disease. It is very important to follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding lowering your blood uric acid level and treating your hyperuricemia. If your uric acid blood levels are very …
How to treat, manage and prevent Gout with lifestyle adjustments – part 1
What is hyperuricemia? Hyperuricemia is an excess of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid passes through the liver, and enters your bloodstream and most of it is removed in your urine, or passes through your intestines to regulate “normal” levels. The purine in food breaks down into uric acid and increased levels of uric acid from excess purines may accumulate in your tissues, and form crystals. Gout and kidney stones can occur when the blood uric acid level rises above 0.43 mmol/L. Causes of high uric acid levels Primary hyperuricemia Increased production of uric acid from purine and your …
How stress can sabotage thyroid function and make you gain weight
1. Adrenal stress can disrupt the HPA axis The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis is a complex network of interactions between the hypothalamus, the pituitary and the adrenal glands that regulates things such as temperature, digestion, immune system, mood, sexuality and energy usage – in addition to controlling the body’s reaction to stress and trauma. Chronic adrenal stress depresses hypothalamic and pituitary function. Since these two organs direct thyroid hormone production, anything that disrupts the HPA axis will also suppress thyroid function. Studies have shown that the inflammatory cytokines IL-1 beta, IL-6 and TNF-alpha, which are released during the stress response, down-regulate …
Diagnostic Test for Cardio Vascular Disease
Why is LDL-cholesterol subfractions important as a risk indicator for coronary arterial disease and other lifestyle diseases – Cardio Vascular Disease? Every day in South Africa, approximately 80 people die of myocardial infraction or heart failure, while another 60 die due to stroke. The statistics reflect a lack of prevention, early detection and effective management of cardiovascular risk factors. Determining the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and CAD has to date included the measurement of a patient’s triglycerides, total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol. More than 75% of patients with an acute coronary syndrome or myocardial infraction have normal blood values …
Super foods and supplements for a healthy heart
You are what you eat! If you have a history of heart disease in your family or concerned about heart disease I recommend you begin by implementing these food types into your daily eating habits to maintain a healthy heart. Super nutrition for a healthy heart Eat your organic seeds and nuts (heaped tablespoon) or 1 tablespoon of cold pressed olive oil / flax oil. Eat 2-3 fresh organic fruits per day. Eat 3-4 servings of organic grains per day: rice, millet, rye, oats or quinoa (as cereal). Eat five servings of organic vegetables per day: watercress, broccoli, spinach, green …
Vitamin C can reduce heart disease
According to scientists, human beings could make their own vitamin C, but that has changed. A lack of vitamin C weakens arteries and genetic research is now suggesting that the development of lipoprotein A was a response to protect leaky arteries. We know that vitamin C deficiency will raise cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL, Apo-protein and lipoprotein A and lowers HDL and enough C will do the opposite. Vitamin C will inhibit excessive production of cholesterol and helps to convert cholesterol into bile. Vitamin C deficiency is common amongst human cardiovascular disease and should be universal treatment for the disease. Homocysteine – …
Warning signs of a heart attack
Heart attacks happen on a daily basis, you could save someone’s life if you know what to do in the event someone has a heart attack. See our infographic for the warning signs, and what to do. …
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