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Immune System Therapy with Ozone

Prolozone or Ozone Therapy has remarkable functions for immune management because of the increased oxygen utilization at a cellular level. Patients report increased energy, increased stamina, increased resistance to cold and flu’s, the disappearance of unresolved symptoms and an overall increased sense of well-being. The success of the ozone treatment is dependent on the practitioner’s skill, judgment & the proper integration of other skills including, nutrition, natural medicines, acupuncture, detoxification. Many patients follow these recommendations to resolve a specific acute or chronic ailment and then continue periodically with ozone treatments as an immune system seasonal tune-up.

Ask The Expert

Q: I’ve been wearing contact lenses for years. Now, they hurt every time I wear them. I think I have a bad batch. A: If you have some contact lens-related inflammation in your eye, then it’s possible that every contact lens will feel bad. Your eye doctor will check for inflammation, infection, chemical sensitivity, and allergies, all of which require different treatments. This might be urgent too, since some of these problems can be very problematic for the health of your eyes.

How to Activate Your Energy System

Did you know raising your performance is as natural to your physiology as learning to crawl, walk and run? It doesn’t have to be complicated. If you are finding it so – it’s a sure sign you need to unwind and learn these basics. Your energy body has 7 primary energy centers called “Dahn-Jons” where energy is accumulated and stored. This includes 3 “Internal Dahn-Jons” and 4 “External Dahn-Jons”. By activating these centers, qi-energy circulates well through your Chakras and Meridians. This allows stagnant energy to release, vitality to build and brightens your brain to peak performance. Learn more: www.heartdrumbeat.com.

New to Acupuncture? Give it a Try!

Acupuncture is an effective form of medical treatment. Practitioners of acupuncture and Chinese medicine have used this noninvasive treatment method to help millions of people become well and stay well. An acupuncturist can place fine, sterile needles or use lasers on specific acupoints on the body to promote natural healing. It can enhance recuperative power and immunity, support physical and emotional health, and improve overall function and well-being. It is a safe, painless and effective way to treat a wide variety of medical problems including migraines, gastrointestinal issues, arthritis, allergies, fibromyalgia, fertility, menstrual issues and a wide variety of pain conditions.

Heal Chronic Respiratory Issues with Ozone

Prolozone and Inhalation Ozonide Therapies are excellent for any acute upper respiratory infection, such as sinus infections, bronchitis, flu, colds, and viral pneumonias. Both asthmatics and patients with chronic lung disease can use inhalation ozonide therapy. It is completely safe and ozonides can last for weeks in the human body and have an incredible regenerative effect on our cells and organs. They stimulate your immune systems use to control and eliminate infections. They also increase the delivery of oxygen to the cells, which is critical for lung conditions. Then they stimulate the cells to generate more energy and that is the key to the vitality we all want to feel, in each breath.

Positive Thoughts for Healing

Separation from nature creates emotional and physical illness. Our outer world reflects our inner world, and our inner world is out of balance. Words have the power to create; toxic thoughts are poisonous to others, the planet, and ourselves. True wealth is found in how we relate to and care for each other and the earth. Water, plants, and animals react to negative words. By consciously working on our thoughts, expressing our presence, we can heal our inner water as well as the waters around the world. Words by Sandra Ingerman and Lynn Roberts in their book, “Speaking with Nature”.

Ask The Expert

Q. What effect does cannabis have on your eyes?

A. Generally nothing exceptionally good. It is not an effective treatment for glaucoma or poor night vision. Smoking marijuana can make your eyes red from irritation and blood vessel dilation. Time will tell if habitual cannabis usage will be as harmful as tobacco in increasing the risk of other eye problems like cataracts or macular degeneration.

Why Holistic Dental Care Matters

With each passing decade of life, there are associated health conditions that are seemingly unavoidable. One of the major systems of age-related health decline is the structural system, including the teeth. Dental health is dependent on full body health including nutrition, mineral rich water, and a proper dental care routine. Diets that attribute to healthy teeth and gums include local, seasonal vegetables and smaller amounts of fruit, wild animal meats and organs, wild fish and fish eggs, and raw dairy. These foods have abundance in fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K). Flossing twice a day and using a soft bristle toothbrush is also key. Look for toothpastes that use coconut oil, calcium, iodine, and trace minerals.

Powers of Attorney in BC

Do you know the difference between a Power of Attorney (POA) and an Enduring POA? The distinction is important. A POA ends if you become declared mentally incompetent as may happen from an illness or head injury in an accident. An enduring POA carries on and allows your appointed person the authority to manage your financial affairs if such a tragedy occurs. Like your will, a POA should be reviewed and updated every 5 years or right away if you’ve moved from another province. No matter your age, everyone should consider having an enduring POA in place.

Breathing Effectively to Relax

Breathing is the single most important thing our body does.  We may be able to live a few days without food or water but without breathing, we would only last a few minutes!  So, why don’t we pay more attention to the way we are breathing?  As our breathing is part of our autonomic nervous system, we don’t have to make a conscious effort to breathe.  It happens automatically.  This usually means, however, that we don’t think about our breathing until we experience some kind of breathing problem.

Using the breath effectively is an important element in ancient practices like meditation, yoga and qigong.  In our fast-paced society, many people breathe too fast with a resting rate of 15 to 20 breaths per minute.  This shallow type of breathing does not allow enough oxygen into the lungs for your blood, muscles and organs.  Slow, sustained, gentle deep breathing of 10 breaths or less per minute for at least 15 minutes every day can help relieve stress, calm the nervous system, relax the mind, relax the diaphragm, ease muscle tension, improve circulation and digestion.  It can even help to improve your concentration and creativity!

Spring Forest Qigong is a relaxing, meditative practice that uses the breath as well as the mind, simple movements and sound to help improve your health in these areas and more!  This form of qigong, although simple, is powerful and very easy to learn.  The practice can be adapted to your capability as you can do the movements or meditations standing, sitting or even lying down.

Before you know it, you will be choosing to breathe slowly more frequently throughout your day just because it feels so good and brings so many other added benefits!