Anti-aging, Disease Prevention, Weight Management

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THE 12 ESSENTIAL SECRETS REVEALED

Available 1) as a download and kindle version for various gadgets 2) paperback

At last discover the 12 Essentials to anti-aging, disease prevention and weight management, using only tried and tested natural methods and remedies.

The latest findings combined with naturopathic know-how, blending modern research with traditional wisdom.

Arthritis suffers – baths are therapeutic.

Posted in Treatments

Most people have stopped having baths or even had their bathtubs removed, as most people have a “quick shower”. They are considered cleaner, more cost effect, time saving and showers take up far less space. So plenty of reasons to take a shower. However, you are missing out on an extremely therapeutic tool especially if you have arthritis. Baths can be used to de-stress your life and treat various conditions especially painful . Most people are too busy getting ready for to work in the morning so showers are the only answer. After a particularly hard day at work with aches and pains especially from arthrits, its good to relax in a warm bath, especially if you have trouble sleeping.

Arthritis – you really don’t need to suffer so much

Posted in Arthritis in General

There are many theories as to what causes arthritis such as an inherited predisposition, getting older (even though children can have arthritis), obesity or a previous trauma or injury. The various kinds of arthritis have some degree of auto-immune involvement and the mechanism for maintaining healthy joints is compromised. Like most conditions there is an element of both psychological and emotional involvement. It has been known for years to alternative practitioners that in cases of arthritis there is some degree of liver involvement. So treatments will probably involve prescribing herbs that are good for the liver (if the case study reveals there is a need).

Improve liver function, reduce inflammation & arthritis pain

Posted in Herbs, Vitamins etc

Milk Thistle Silybum marianum is synonymous with the liver. Since the first century A.D. Dioscorides noted that milk thistle root was good as an antidote to poisoning. Besides the root the seeds were also used over the centuries, they were used to make a tincture that was prescribed for liver related disorders such as gall stones, jaundice, hepatitis and arthritis.

Chai Tea is wonderfully spicy – powerful anti-inflammatory properties

Posted in Medicinal Foods

Chai Tea

Wonderful aromatic tea, a drink traditionally found in India and Nepal.

Place three mugs full of water or 50:50 water and rice milk or oat milk into a pan. Add a few crushed cardamom pods, whole cloves, cinnamon bark or powdered, and a few slices of fresh ginger. Bring to a boil gradually, simmer for a short while, then remove from the heat and add some green tea, allow it to steep for a couple of minutes. Try not to sweeten with anything. Only if you have to sweeten your tea add a little Stevia (easy to find in most supermarkets).

Fenugreek seeds ease muscle spasm and helps arthritis

Posted in Medicinal Foods

It is one of the oldest medicinal herbs held in high regard by the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans. The seeds smell a little like celery but have a mild bitter/sour taste and are often used in curries.

Studies have shown fenugreek seeds help to stabilize blood sugar levels, very useful when you are trying to change to a healthy diet. This helps reduce cravings for certain foods enouraging you to make better food choices. A very important aspect in reducing pain and inflammation.

It helps lung congestion aiding in bringing up mucus, this is why opera singers use to use it to clear phlegm.

Fresh Tuna excellent food for arthritis suffers

Posted in Medicinal Foods

Tuna is a great low-fat protein source. It is a good detoxifier and immune booster. If you can’t get fresh tuna use some fresh salmon instead. It has all the basic merits that tuna has. Tuna contains ‘essential fatty acids’ such as omega-3 that are anti-inflammatory helping to reduce pain. Omega-3 is good for burning excess fat, stabilizing blood sugar levels. These essential fatty acids keep the circulatory system healthy, lower cholesterol, lower blood pressure and protects against stroke. This fish is rich in selenium, an important antioxidant attacking free-radicals and removing toxins from the body.