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Your Life-Your Choice Issue 50
Your Life-Your Choice ISSN 1488-0253
==================== April, 2000
Issue 50
Letter from the Editor
Happy April everyone! This being Cancer month, it seems
only fitting that we make people aware of how serious this
illness is, and hopefully share some news too. The American
Cancer Society states that in the year 2000, about 1,220,100
new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed. This is the
second leading cause of death in the US, the first being heart
disease.
It looks as though there may be some wonderful break throughs
on the horizon. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have
conducted studies on new ways of detecting cancer other than
biopsies. It seems that certain cancers can be caught by testing
related body fluids, saliva showed changes associated with head
and neck cancer, bladder cancer was discovered by testing urine,
and samples of lung fluid can indicate a presence of lung cancer.
Doctors may soon be able to better tailor cancer treatments
to the individual. Scientists are working with computer
technology that can monitor thousands of genes in cancer
cells, making the diagnosis of cancers much more precise.
Scientists are already aware of signs that are indicative
that some cells are likely to become cancerous. Still in the
experimental stages, is a vaccine designed to encourage
the immune system to recognize and destroy those "marked"
breast cells. This type of treatment is geared to prevention,
and it's planned use is for women at high risk of obtaining
breast cancer.
It is quite common for people with cancer to incorporate
complementary therapies with their treatments. There are
a number of natural methods that have shown to be helpful
in relieving pain, minimizing the side effects of traditional
treatments, and improving the quality of life.
A macrobiotic diet has been known to help some cancer patients.
An American physician, Anthony Sattilaro, claims to have cured
himself of advanced prostatic cancer using this diet. However,
there are varying levels of intensity, and there are some areas of
the macrobiotic diet that are somewhat questionable. So I
caution you to ensure that your guide in this diet is highly
reputable and qualified, and your physician is involved in
the process.
There are a great number of herbs that are helpful in
dealing with various aspects of this disease. There are
blood cleansers and immune system builders, stress
relievers, herbs to help recover from chemotherapy, and
many more advantages. Some helpful herbs are Pau D'Arco,
ginseng, green tea, beta-carotene, echinecea, astragalus,
chaparral, garlic and mistletoe to name only a few.
Aromatherapy, meditation, art therapy, t'ai chi, music
therapy, yoga and massage therapy are all avenues that
can be very instrumental in alleviating the stress that
always accompanies this disease.
Nutritional Therapy is an avenue that many cancer victims
pursue. A diet filled with whole grains, vegetables, and fruits;
high in fiber, low in refined sugars and sodium and low in fat.
Typically a vegetarian diet is recommended with no meat,
poultry, and fish.
High doses of vitamin C are often prescribed to cancer patients.
Researchers have found that tumors often shrink after vitamin
C treatments. It has also been known to reduce some of the
side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Being
a tremendous antioxidant, Vitamin C is very effective in
repairing free radical damage.
There are many holistic treatments to consider. I encourage
you to investigate as many as you can, as thoroughly as you
can. Remember you will have issues to address such as the
efficacy and quality of supplements, quantities to consume,
interactions amongst each other, your medication as well as
any other health issues. I strongly recommend that you be
certain you are working with a certified practitioner for all
the avenues that you pursue, and include your doctor in
these decisions. There is no reason that you shouldn't have
consultations including your physician, your holistic
practitioner(s), and yourself. This way everyone can work
together in your best interest with no misunderstandings.
Enjoy the newsletter, and stay well until next time.
Brigitte Synesael
Editor of Your Life-Your Choice
Traditional Medicine Isn't Enough Any More!
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ARTICLES IN THIS ISSUE:
1. Foot Reflexology: Health Conditions Revealed and Healed
2. Periodontal Disease; Most Adults Have It
3. The Key To Optimal Health
4. Health Smart Recipe -Pancakes for Power
5. Talk to the TOP DOG
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Section 1
"Foot Reflexology: Health Conditions Revealed and Healed"
by Laurel Duran
For over two thousand years, the Chinese have relied upon
their knowledge of the body's intangible electrical system to
bring about physical healing. The intuitive science of
acupuncture is based upon the fact that when the normal flow
of body energy (chi) is blocked, disease can result. By applying
very thin needles to specific points on the body, the
acupuncturist can either increase the energy flow (tonify), or
decrease an overabundance of energy flow (sedate), thereby
helping the body to heal itself. The massage technique known
as acupressure works on the same theory as acupuncture, but
instead of using needles, the massage therapist uses her
fingertips.
Foot reflexology is considered to be a sister science to
acupuncture because it is based on the fact that the feet
contain energy spillage points which originate in specific
internal organs. Foot reflexology is, in very simple terms,
the intuitive science of applying finger pressure to the feet
for the purpose of releasing any blocked organ energy that
has spilled there. By applying pressure, not only will the
crystalline energy spills dissolve and move, but the organ
connected to the spill will receive the electrical impulse to
flow freely once again. The Creator designed the feet to
serve as miniature blueprints for the entire physical body.
Very briefly, the heels contain spillage points for the lower
back, reproductive organs, hips and legs. On the mid-section
of the bottoms of the feet there are spillage points connected
to the colon and the kidneys, and on the upper half of the
bottoms of the feet, just as in the body's upper half, there
are spillage points connected to the stomach, liver, spleen,
pancreas, heart, breasts and lungs. On the tops of the feet
between the tarsal and metatarsal bones, there are upper
back and between-shoulder-blade spillage points. At the
base of the toes there are spillage points for the eyes, ears,
neck and throat. The great toes contain spillage points for
the brain, pineal and pituitary glands, while the 4 remaining
toes are connected to the sinuses. This way of translating
foot problems through the language of foot reflexology is
radically different from the way podiatrists view the feet.
Whereas podiatry works on the belief that the feet are a
sort of closed system, having little if anything to do with
how the rest of the body functions, foot reflexology not
only accepts that by applying pressure to the feet the
condition of the internal organs and the entire body improves,
but also the condition of the feet gives valuable clues about
the person's entire health.
For example, if a massage therapy client complains of soreness
in her heels, she may also be experiencing sciatic pain and lower
back pain. By both massaging the lower back/buttocks muscles
and applying deep finger pressure to break up the crystals in the
bottoms of the heels, the blocked energy which manifested as
sciatic and low back pain can be eliminated or at least greatly
reduced.
I have often found that folks who have calluses on the outside
of their great toes characteristically have neck tension. These
two areas are directly connected to eachother. If a person has
bunions or plantars warts anywhere on their feet, it is because
the internal organ is attempting to release toxins. The reason
why having a podiatrist remove the bunion or plantar's wart
usually does not solve the problem is that the source of the
problem - congestion in the corresponding internal organ - is
not addressed. More often than not I have heard massage
clients' stories of how they returned to the podiatrist again
and again to repeat the same ultimately unsuccessful surgical
removal procedure. Only when the client nutritionally
detoxifies the corresponding internal organ along with
receiving bodywork sessions (foot reflexology, massage
therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic, polarity therapy, to
name a few), do the feet cease to receive toxic spillage
from the originating organ and ultimately heal. The
corresponding internal organ receives healing to boot
(that's a foot pun)!
There are many bodyworkers who, like myself, fold foot
reflexology into their whole bodywork sessions, and many
who administer only foot reflexology. Many health food
stores and book stores carry books on foot reflexology that
include a "map" of the feet. Whether you are a professional
bodyworker or a novice to the idea, having your feet massaged
can positively alter your whole health while making you feel
pleasantly relaxed. Foot reflexology is a wonderfully easy tool
for self-healing!
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Read about Laurel Duran on our Meet the Team
page; http://www.Life-Choices.com
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Section 2
Periodontal Disease; Most Adults Have It
by Dr. Jacob Trager, DDS
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In our last article I listed the various causative and
contributing factors specific to dental disharmonyh
or dis-ease.
In this, and the next several articles, I will focus on
the most prevalent adult dental problem, Periodontal
Disease.
- There are 32 million people in the U.S. with
severe periodontal disease.
- One out of four will lose their teeth by the
time they are 60 years of age.
- 9 out of 10 will suffer periodental disease in
their lifetime.
It is important for you to know that this disease is preventable
and can be reversed and healed.
I will share with you the initial assessment sessions of my
preventative and healing periodental program available
through my telephone consulting services. Through this
assessment you will gain the widespread proliferation of
this disease.
Before we begin, let's talk about what is periodontal disease.
Periodontal refers to the structures which surround the teeth
and attach the roote of the teeth into the jaw bone. These
structures are comprised of resilient onnective tissue fibers
(gums), nerves and blood vessels.
It is the disruption of the balance or energy in these intricate
structures, through some disharmony, that opens the path for
disease. Our focus, therefore, is to restore balance and
harmony, not only to the periodontal structures, but to the
whole person. A disturbance in one part of ourselves is both
a reflection and expression that our wholeness is not in
harmony. Restoring harmony to the whole will provide the
foundation for healing the part that is ill. This is the basis of
our work and follows the ancient healing philosophy of
hippocrates, and other great initiates. A science we call
Initiatic or Esoteric Science.
This information will give you an understanding of how and
why we approach the prevention and treatment or periodontal
or any other dental disease of disturbance.
Now we can begin the assessment sessions. When these are
completed, reviewed and evaluated, an individualized program
of guidance, treatment interventions, excercizes and suggestions
is undertaken in order to achieve healing and well being.
As I share this information picture in your "mind's eye" that
I am working and talking directly to you. Keep a notebook
and write the answers to the questions for yourself. In this
way you will become aware of the multiplicity of causes and
contributing factors unique to your particular problem. If
you are a care giver or are the responsible person for health
in your family, you can play my role and ask the questions to
whoever needs help with this or anyh particular dental problem.
You may also become aware of additional factors that will
apply specifically to you as you review all of the gathered
information.
So, let's begin...
1. In your own words describe the nature of your problem or
concern.
A. How long have you been aware of the problem?
1) When it began?
2) Has there been a history of this or any other
problem?
a) with yourself
b) with a family member
3) Is the problem worsening?
4) How have you handled the problem until now?
a) Have you had any treatments? If yes,
b) What experience did you have?
c) Was the treatment successful? If no,
d) What complications developed?
5) How do you feel about the problem that is
challenging you right now?
a) In the past?
b) Was the onset of the problem gradual
or did it seem to appear all at once?
(In the process of this assessment or history/intake you are
beginning the journey of awareness, which is "key" to unfolding
health and wellness)
Before we take an indepth look a the physical, mental and
emotional stressors that may be contributing to your problem,
I would like you to rate the following:
A. Your level of Concern from 0-10, with 10 being the most
concern you have every felt.
B. The seriousness of the problem you are currently facing.
C. The level of anxiety associated with the problem or possible
treatments
D. The level of fear associated with the problem or possible
treatment.
In our next article we will take you step by step through the
possible factors that may be influencing your situation. You
may want to refer to our list in last month's article to give you
an opportunity to become more aware of your own circumstances
before our next article.
I wish you harmony and health in all your endeavors.
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Read about Dr. Trager on our Meet the Team
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Section 3
The Key To Optimal Health
By Rita Louise, ND
During the past 20 years, we have heard a lot about controlling
disease through diet, exercise and food supplements, but not
much is being said as to how to prevent disease before it
occurs. We are all are born with both inherent strengths
and weaknesses as part of our genetic inheritance. All of
the tissues in our bodies, whether of bone, muscle, gland
or organ, have a unique balance of chemical elements that
are designed to work in harmony with one another. It is
now believed, that all chronic diseases are accompanied
by nutritional deficiencies and imbalances in the essential
chemical elements that make up the body.
Many of us think of nutritional deficiencies in terms of an
inadequate diet. This is often the case. According to Jeffrey
Bland, Ph.D., the leading nutritional problem in the US
today is that many of us eat too many "empty calorie foods".
It is not that we do not eat enough food, but instead, we
don't eat enough of the right kinds of foods. It is now felt
that it is the consumption of a majority of inappropriate
foods that lead to nutritional deficiencies in the body.
There are, however, other ways in which the body exhausts
its valuable supply of chemical elements. Excessive mental
work, for example, can deplete the brain, nerves and glands.
Stress can wreak havoc on our immune system. Toxins can
to build up in our bodies, leading to chemical depletion. We
can simply neglect our bodies or forget to get enough fresh
air, sunshine and exercise. Any abuse or overwork to our
bodies, in addition to any inherent weakness we may have, can
leave us with nutritional deficiencies.
Once the body is depleted of its needed chemical elements, the
breakdown of tissue beings to occur. It is typically followed by
the gradual accumulation of toxic materials in the tissue. Once
nutritional deficiencies have weakened a particular organ, gland
or tissue, toxic material begins to accumulate because they have
no power or energy left to throw it off.
Symptoms of ill health are the consequence of nutritional
deficiencies and chemical imbalances in the body. Deficiencies
may not express themselves as symptoms for quite some time.
Typically, the first symptom of disease to appear is fatigue.
Next, we may get frequent infections, colds and the flu.
Many times symptoms are taken for granted as a natural sign
of aging. When left unchecked, however, these same deficiencies
can contribute to chronic disease such as arteriosclerosis, high
blood pressure, diabetes and arthritis. Finally, after 10 - 20
miserable years of limping through life, we die.
The appearance of symptoms marks the clinical stage of a disease.
When the skin becomes dry, when we have pain in the shoulder,
when we have excessive bloating, gas, constipation or diarrhea
each tell us that something is wrong.
Scientists now recognize that even mild nutritional deficiencies
and biochemical imbalances can create subtle symptoms of
disease. Although there IS a point of no return in tissue damage
caused by severe long-term deficiencies, it is surprising to see
how well the body responds to nutritional correction. It has
been found that with nutritional supplementation and dietary
improvements, you can work toward the remission of
symptoms and the reversal of the disease process. As the
chemical signs of deficiency are eased, it has been found that
many of the sub-clinical symptoms being experienced are
alleviated.
Prevention of chemical depletion is the key to optimal health.
Even in cases of AIDS, people don't die from AIDS proper.
They die from AIDS related diseases. In other words, they die
from weaknesses in the body. The same holds true for
individuals with Cancer. Currently the only cure western
medicine has for cancer is chemotherapy, radiation or cutting
it out. What they do not realize is that anyone with cancer
also has many other conditions that should be taken care of.
Such a person will never be truly "cured" until integrity is
restored to the rest of the inherently weak tissues that have
toxic settlements and mineral deficiencies.
Natural Health Practitioners think in terms of treating the
patient, not just the disease or the symptoms. They consider
each patient as an individual with individual needs. Their
goal is to see their patients return to normal health, but
normal for one patient may not be the same as normal for
another.
One way to evaluate your nutritional needs is to obtain a
Biochemical Health Assessment. A complete Biochemical
Health Assessment not only evaluates your health based
on lifestyle factors and symptoms you may be currently
experiencing, but also utilizes information derived from a
simple blood test, which identifies your specific bio-chemical
needs.
Standard blood tests only identify clinical signs of
dysfunction. They tell you when something is broken.
A Biochemical Health Assessment, on the other hand,
evaluates your body's biochemistry based on a state of
optimal physical health and wellbeing. It identifies when
there are imbalances in your body's biochemistry and
chemical make-up.
This evaluation can provide you with a portal through
which you can detect health or disease. By looking for
sub-clinical discrepancies, you may prevent disease
before symptoms, occur. Knowledge of your body's
blood chemistry is your best defense against degenerative
disease. This allows you to begin a health program long
before these issues reach the clinical or diseased state.
A complete Biochemical Health Assessment, should evaluate
your Cholesterol Levels, including your Coronary Heart Risk
Ratio, your Liver Function, Kidney Function and Thyroid
Function. It should also assess your Blood Sugar Levels,
Blood Electrolytes as well as check for signs of Anemia and
Infection.
Today, an estimated 46% of adult Americans take nutritional
supplements. It is part of a growing trend as more and more
people take a proactive approach to their health. Currently,
there is no "How To" guide to good nutrition and nutritional
supplementation. We all are different and have different
nutritional needs. To eliminate a lot of the guesswork and
frustration, it is to your advantage to work with a trained
health professional who can asses your health needs and
that can help you develop a nutritional supplement program
that is tailored specifically for you.
Think about it. If you start feeding your body the biochemical
elements it needs, disease can be eliminated before any symptoms
begin. That is why a Biochemical Health Assessment is the key
to optimal health.
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Rita Louise, ND works with the whole person, addressing physical, emotional
and spiritual issues, thus helping to restore harmony and order to all
levels of human functioning. Dr. Louise is a Naturopath, Medical Intuitive,
Professional Clairvoyant, Reiki Master, Master Herbalist and Certified
Hypnotherapist. For additional information regarding Biochemical Health
Assessments or any other of Dr. Louise' services, please contact her at
(972) 475-3393 or visit her web page at http://www.soulhealer.com.
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4. Health Smart Recipe
By Edna Laraway
The high fiber in this recipe means that these pancakes
are helpful in Cancer Prevention.
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Pancakes for Power
2 cups whole wheat flour
4 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt (optional)
½ tsp sugar (optional)
or 2 packs sweetener(optional)
2 eggs
1 tbsp oil
Add milk or buttermilk until mixture is pourable.
Heat frying pan at med-high heat until batter sizzles when
poured in pan. When batter forms bubbles on top turn over,
and cook until done. (press lightly on pancake with finger,
if it puffs back up, its cooked.)
Again substitute, substitute, substitute!
Whole wheat flour is more nutritious, but if you prefer, add
½ white flour, and half whole wheat, or use ½ white and
½ flaxseed. Add fresh fruits for a treat, cherries, blueberries
and raspbeerries are all a good choice. Add mashed bananas
and cinnamon, or apple and cinnemon/nutmeg/allspice.
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