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Monday, February 25, 2013

Bell's Palsy and Acupuncture

 

Good Morning!

Bell's Palsy and Acupuncture

Bell's palsy is a form of facial paralysis resulting from damage to the VII (facial) cranial nerve. This nerve disorder afflicts approximately 40,000 Americans each year. It can strike almost anyone at any age; however, it disproportionately attacks pregnant women and people who have diabetes, influenza, a cold, or some other upper respiratory ailment.

In addition to one-sided facial paralysis with possible inability to close the eye, symptoms of Bell's palsy may include pain, tearing, drooling, hypersensitivity to sound in the affected ear, and impairment of taste.

The common cold sore virus, herpes simplex virus (HSV), and other herpes viruses are the likely cause of many cases of Bell's palsy. HSV has been observed in saliva (Furuta, Fukuda et al. 1998) as well as muscle biopsy and tears (Kaygusuz, Godekmerdan et al. 2004) of Bell's palsy patients at significantly higher rates than control groups. One study found that approximately 50% of Bell's palsy patients show signs of the virus compared to approximately 19% of the normal population (Furuta, Fukuda et al. 1998). However, an opposing trial found HSV as well as VZV to be non-significantly represented in affected groups (Linder, Bossart et al. 2005). The life span of the virus and the timing of testing for HSV may explain these conflicting conclusions. Furuta (1998) discovered in his trial that HSV became undetectable after two weeks onset of Bell's palsy. The evidence suggesting HSV as the major cause of this condition is demonstrated further by the success of specific antiviral agents which have shown continued success against HSV infections (Adour, Ruboyianes et al. 1996; Allen and Dunn 2004; Allen and Dunn 2005). Furthermore, injections into rat specimens with HSV have recreated facial paralysis in approximate 50% of specimens (Gok, Alpay et al. 2005).

In Western medicine, recent studies have shown that steroids are probably effective and that the drug acyclovir combined with prednisone is possibly effective in improving facial function. This is now the protocol of choice for Western doctors.

Other treatments are usually aimed at protecting the eye from drying at nighttime. Some physicians may prescribe a corticosteroid drug to help reduce inflammation and an analgesic to relieve pain.

The prognosis for Bell's palsy is generally very good. With the Western Medicine approach of drug treatment, most patients begin to get significantly better within 3-4 weeks, and about 80 percent recover completely within 3 months. For some, however, the symptoms may last longer. In a few cases, the symptoms may never completely disappear. The odds with electrostim-acupuncture are much higher. Treatment started with a week of the event, can improve the symptoms with 6 visits with complete recovery and normal facial symmetry within 12 -14 visits. The longer a persons goes without treatment, the longer the recovery time.

Acupuncture Therapy

I treat Bell's Palsy in my practice all the time, as acupuncture gets incredible results. My choice of protocol is electro-stimulation acupuncture. This effectively stimulates the facial nerves on a deeper level than TENS, electro-pads or anti-viral medications alone. I have found that approximately 12-14 treatments are needed to return the face back to its normal look and feel. This form of acupuncture stops pain, relaxes the facial paralysis, brings the feeling back through the nerve endings, stops the drooling and tearing and helps the eye close again. This protocol essentially returns the face back to normal in one-third the time of any other treatment I have seen for this disorder.

Bell's Palsy (Zhong Feng) is considered a Wind Attack or External Wind Stroke attack. The main pattern differentiation being a Wind invasion due to emptiness of the Channels (Maclean and Lyttleton 1998). In Chinese Medicine, Wind is said to be the carrier of 1,000 diseases. Wind is thought to take advantage of the deficiency (weakness) a patient is experiencing and enters the body attacking the sinews and vessels in the area of the face. This results in vital energy (Qi) and the blood to stagnate causing the inability of the facial muscles to relax and therefore contract (Wolfe 2003). The principle of treatment is to expel Wind and promote the movement of Qi and blood by scattering the stagnation.

More times than not, the patient that walks into my office is often, under great stress! They are either dealing with work related stress, having difficulties in their home or family life and are often the type A personality.

As I work in the area of fertility, it is the occasional pregnant patient that will present with this disorder, as well.

Patients who come in for treatment of Bell's Palsy will often tell me they sleep with a fan on them (wind) or near an open window. I seem to get a flux of Bell's patients in the office in the Spring and Fall more than any other seasons.

Bell's Palsy is the most common disease of the facial nerve. It is presumably due to an inflammatory reaction in or around the facial nerve near the stylomastoid foramen. According to Liu (1995), when acupuncture was initiated within three days postonset in 684 cases of facial nerve paralysis, 100 percent of the patients were cured or there was a marked improvement (5). Other studies (Gao, Chen, 1991) revealed that 80% of cases that were treated at more than 2 months post-onset, and 83 percent of severe cases, were cured or had excellent effect (6). Treatment, as with this patient, may include numerous diagnostic procedures, different classes of medications, lifestyle alterations, and still, continued suffering. Acupuncture may often lead to significant clinical improvement (7).

Acupuncture points used in this protocol include Stomach 2,3,4,5,6,7 Bitong, Large Intestine 19, 20, Small intestine 18, Gall Bladder 14, 20, YuYao, San Jiao 17, Du 26, Du 20, Urinary Bladder 2, JiaChengJiang, Yintang, TaiYang, Stomach 36, Gall Bladder 34, Liver 3, Large Intestine 4, Lung 7, San Jiao 5 and Spleen 6.

Herbal Therapy

For patients who are not pregnant, an herbal formula is recommended based on their pattern and signs and symptoms. The most important herbs for this disorder should include herbs to treat wind attack and anti-viral herbs such as Qin Jiao, Fang Feng, Xi Xin, Bai Shao, Di Long, Fu Ling, Gan Cao, Chuan Xiong, Pu Gong Ying, Dang Gui.

Variations on this formula are important to change as the patient's situation change.

In conclusion, Bell's palsy is a physical and emotionally debilitating condition in which conventional medicine has limited understanding and efficacy. The exposure to external sources (stress, environment) cause the immune system to produce an inflammatory response. This inflammation can then obstruct the normal function of the nerves and vessels resulting in paralysis. Chinese medicine has treated conditions such as Bell's palsy for centuries. Chinese medicine and acupuncture on a regular basis can significantly improve results and help to resolve this condition.

Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
http://www.proacumed.com
The Purveyors of Healthy Qi

References

1. O'Connor J, Bensky D. Acupuncture a comprehensive text. Seattle: Eastland Press 1981; 367-372.
2. Ibid, 609-610.
3. Stux G, Pomeranz B. Acupuncture textbook and atlas. Berlin: Springer-Verlag 1987; 296.
4. Evans RA, Hames ML, Baguley DM, Moffat DA. Reliability of the House and Brackmann grading system for facial palsy. J Laryngol Otol Nov 1989; 103(11): 1045.
5. Liu YT. A new classification system and combined treatment method for idiopathic facial nerve paralysis: report of 718 cases. Am JAcup 1995; 23(3),205-210.
6. Gao HB, Chen D. Clinic al observation on 60 cases of peripheral facial paralysis treated with acupointure penetration needling. Int J Clin Acup 1991; 2(1),25-28.
7. NIH Consensus Development Conference on Acupuncture, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda MD, Nov 1997; 93-109.
8. Gok, U., H. C. Alpay, et al. (2005). "Comparisons of steroid, acyclovir, lipoprostoglandin E1 and steroid + acyclovir treatments in facial paralysis: A rat study." International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology 69(9): 1199-1204.
9. Grogan, P. and G. Gronseth (2004). "Practice parameter: Steroids, acyclovir, and surgery for Bell's palsy (an evidence-based review): Report of the Quality Standards Subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology." Neurology 56(7): 830-836.
10. Hato, N., S. Matsumoto, et al. (2003). "Efficacy of early treatment of Bell's palsy with oral acyclovir and prednisolone." Otology & Neurotology: Official Publication Of The American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [And] European Academy Of Otology And Neurotology 24(6): 948-951.
11. He, L., D. Zhou, et al. (2004). "Acupuncture for Bell's palsy." Cochrane Database Syst Rev(1): CD002914.
12. He, S., H. Zhang, et al. (1995). "Review on acupuncture treatment of peripheral facial paralysis during the past decade." Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine 15(1): 63-67.


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[AlternativeAnswers] Stephanie........

 

GOD BLESS DEAR ONE!  I will get to it tomorrow with my shopping! I do appreciate.
Rita

>________________________________
> From: Stephanie Miller journeyintolife2006@yahoo.com>
>To: "AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com" AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com>
>Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2013 11:30 AM
>Subject: Re: [AlternativeAnswers] Muscle cramps and tension
>
>

>Rita, I take for my own muscle cramping, Magnesium Citrate Complex 400mg. capsule once in morning and again at bedtime. Hope this helps you like it has helped me. I am not the only one it has helped my elderly parents take it, and it improves their symptoms as well. If it cause too much diarhea, then only take one daily at night. Take CAre of yourself and God Bless You. Sincerely, Stephanie
>
>From: Rita Childers rchilders36@yahoo.com>
>To: "AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.comAlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com>
>Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2013 3:04 PM
>Subject: Re: [AlternativeAnswers] The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>

>Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep. I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a "radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp pill a day.
>When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin ,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>
>I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the naturals" and info.
>
>Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
>Rita L. Childers
>
>>________________________________
>> From: Andrew Pacholyk mailto:yogiguruji%40aol.com>
>>To: mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com
>>Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 5:19 AM
>>Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>>
>>
>> 
>>Good Morning!
>>
>>The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>>
>>CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) is a vitamin-like compound also called ubiquinone. It is an essential component of cells and is utilized by the mitochondria in the normal process of energy production. It helps convert food into energy at a cellular level. Coenzyme Q10 acts as an antioxidant, much like vitamins C and E, helping to neutralize the cell-damaging molecules known as free radicals. CoQ10 is one in a series of ubiquinones, naturally occurring compounds produced in nearly every cell of the body, and was discovered as recently as 1957.
>>
>>The primary function of CoQ10 is as a catalyst for metabolism. Acting in conjunction with enzymes, the compound speeds up the vital metabolic process, providing the energy that the cells need to digest food, heal wounds, maintain healthy muscles, and perform other bodily functions. It is especially abundant in the energy-intensive cells of the heart, helping this organ beat more than 100,000 times each day. [38,40].
>>
>>CoQ10 may play a role in preventing cancer, heart attacks, and other diseases linked to free-radical damage. It's also used as a general energy enhancer and anti-aging supplement. Because levels of the compound diminish with age (and with certain diseases), some doctors recommend daily supplementation beginning about age 40. CoQ10 has generated much excitement as a possible therapy for heart disease, especially congestive heart failure or a weakened heart. [39].
>>
>>In some studies, patients with a poorly functioning heart have been found to improve greatly after adding the supplement to their conventional drugs and therapies. [35, 36] Other studies have shown that people with cardiovascular disease have low levels of this substance in their heart. [38,39,40].
>>
>>Further research suggest that CoQ10 may protect against blood clots, lower high blood pressure, diminish irregular heartbeats, treat mitral valve prolapse, lessen symptoms of Raynaud's disease and relieve chest pains (angina). [40, 41, 42]
>>
>>CoQ10 also appears to aid healing and reduce pain and bleeding in those with gum disease, and speed recovery following oral surgery. [43] CoQ10 shows some promise against Parkinson's [44] and Alzheimer's Diseases [45] and fibromyalgia. [46].
>>
>>For daily supplementation, the dosage range is from 30 - 100 mg, with the most common dosage at 30 mg. It takes up to eight weeks to see results with CoQ10.
>>
>>INTERACTIONS:Certain medications may have beneficial or harmful interactions with coenzyme Q10:
>>
>>- Atorvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Doxorubicin (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>>- Fluvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Gemfibrozil (Depletion or interference *)
>>- Lovastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Perphenazine (Side effect reduction/prevention *)
>>- Pravastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Propranolol (Depletion or interference *)
>>- Simvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>-Thioridazine (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>>- Timolol (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>>- Tricyclic Antidepressants (Depletion or interference *)
>>- Warfarin (Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability)
>>
>>The use of Warfarin and coenzyme Q-10 together increases your risk of excessive bleeding. Coenzyme Q-10 may reduce the effectiveness of some chemotherapy. Some drugs, such as those used to lower cholesterol (lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin), blood sugar (glyburide, tolazamide) and blood pressure (beta blockers such as Inderal, Lopressor), can alter coenzyme Q-10's effectiveness. Also, people with diabetes should be aware that coenzyme Q-10 may decrease their need for insulin.
>>
>>Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
>>http://www.peacefulmind.com/anti-aging.htm
>>Therapies for healing
>>mind, body, spirit
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
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Re:Re: periodontal disease

 

Diane...
Did you have bleeding gums?
Thanks

DM


In a message dated 2/21/2013 8:44:24 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
Boonight@aol.com writes:

I bought white oak bark powder do not recall where. I rub it on my gums at
bedtime and leave it on. It is gritty, but it worked for me.

Diane

In a message dated 2/21/2013 3:28:37 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
_barbara.barbaella@gmail.com_ (mailto:barbara.barbaella@gmail.com) writes:

Thank you very much fr the in sights on healing my periodontal disease I
will try some of them ,how do you use the white oak bark?

[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]


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Re:Coenzyme Q-10

 

I agree with the other person who gave you some advice about using American Biotech Labs Silver Biotics is a new form of nano silver better than Collidal Silver products, more powerful, able to get into cells better.

Also may I suggest using 2 great products I have found called: Jason Sea Fresh Mouthwash, and Jason Healthy Mouth with cinnamon and tea tree oil and whole lot more ingredients in it to help prevent toothloss, infections, inflammation, etc...

If you struggle with dry mouth my ENT and dentist said to try Biotene Mouth Wash. It works.

From: Barbara Walter barbara.barbaella@gmail.com>
To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2013 12:17 AM
Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] Coenzyme Q-10

 
I have been taking Q-10 for around 3 months because I have very bad gum
disease and it has not gotten any better but on the other hand it really
has not gotten much worse . I was wondering if I had my teeth extracted if
that would help or would it continue I am consequently in pain all of the
time. Does any one know if there is any other aids for this disease. Thanks
for reading : Colline

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_

Re: Re: periodontal disease

 


Hello:
I have had gum problems. I use vitamin C daily and 100mg of garlic capsules three times a day. The garlic can help with the pain of infection. It takes a few days to work into the system.
Veeda
--- On Thu, 2/21/13, Barbara Walter barbara.barbaella@gmail.com> wrote:

From: Barbara Walter barbara.barbaella@gmail.com>
Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] Re: periodontal disease
To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thursday, February 21, 2013, 2:58 PM



Thank you very much fr the in sights on healing my periodontal disease I

will try some of them ,how do you use the white oak bark?

[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

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Re: Coenzyme Q-10

 

I cured my gum disease by rinsing my mouth three times a day with %3 peroxide.It really works.. better than any mouthrinse.

--- In AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com, Barbara Walter wrote:
>
> I have been taking Q-10 for around 3 months because I have very bad gum
> disease and it has not gotten any better but on the other hand it really
> has not gotten much worse . I was wondering if I had my teeth extracted if
> that would help or would it continue I am consequently in pain all of the
> time. Does any one know if there is any other aids for this disease. Thanks
> for reading : Colline
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>


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Re: The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)

 

Sounds like you have a lack of magnesium. That what would cause all the cramps.. take magnesium. %85 of the worlds population is short of magnesium

--- In AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com, Rita Childers wrote:
>
> Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep. I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a "radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp pill a day.
> When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin ,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>
> I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the naturals" and info.
>
> Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
> Rita L. Childers
>
>
>
>
> >________________________________
> > From: Andrew Pacholyk
> >To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
> >Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 5:19 AM
> >Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
> >
> >
> > 
> >Good Morning!
> >
> >The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
> >
> >CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) is a vitamin-like compound also called ubiquinone. It is an essential component of cells and is utilized by the mitochondria in the normal process of energy production. It helps convert food into energy at a cellular level. Coenzyme Q10 acts as an antioxidant, much like vitamins C and E, helping to neutralize the cell-damaging molecules known as free radicals. CoQ10 is one in a series of ubiquinones, naturally occurring compounds produced in nearly every cell of the body, and was discovered as recently as 1957.
> >
> >The primary function of CoQ10 is as a catalyst for metabolism. Acting in conjunction with enzymes, the compound speeds up the vital metabolic process, providing the energy that the cells need to digest food, heal wounds, maintain healthy muscles, and perform other bodily functions. It is especially abundant in the energy-intensive cells of the heart, helping this organ beat more than 100,000 times each day. [38,40].
> >
> >CoQ10 may play a role in preventing cancer, heart attacks, and other diseases linked to free-radical damage. It's also used as a general energy enhancer and anti-aging supplement. Because levels of the compound diminish with age (and with certain diseases), some doctors recommend daily supplementation beginning about age 40. CoQ10 has generated much excitement as a possible therapy for heart disease, especially congestive heart failure or a weakened heart. [39].
> >
> >In some studies, patients with a poorly functioning heart have been found to improve greatly after adding the supplement to their conventional drugs and therapies. [35, 36] Other studies have shown that people with cardiovascular disease have low levels of this substance in their heart. [38,39,40].
> >
> >Further research suggest that CoQ10 may protect against blood clots, lower high blood pressure, diminish irregular heartbeats, treat mitral valve prolapse, lessen symptoms of Raynaud's disease and relieve chest pains (angina). [40, 41, 42]
> >
> >CoQ10 also appears to aid healing and reduce pain and bleeding in those with gum disease, and speed recovery following oral surgery. [43] CoQ10 shows some promise against Parkinson's [44] and Alzheimer's Diseases [45] and fibromyalgia. [46].
> >
> >For daily supplementation, the dosage range is from 30 - 100 mg, with the most common dosage at 30 mg. It takes up to eight weeks to see results with CoQ10.
> >
> >INTERACTIONS:Certain medications may have beneficial or harmful interactions with coenzyme Q10:
> >
> >- Atorvastatin (Depletion or interference)
> >- Doxorubicin (Side effect reduction/prevention)
> >- Fluvastatin (Depletion or interference)
> >- Gemfibrozil (Depletion or interference *)
> >- Lovastatin (Depletion or interference)
> >- Perphenazine (Side effect reduction/prevention *)
> >- Pravastatin (Depletion or interference)
> >- Propranolol (Depletion or interference *)
> >- Simvastatin (Depletion or interference)
> >-Thioridazine (Side effect reduction/prevention)
> >- Timolol (Side effect reduction/prevention)
> >- Tricyclic Antidepressants (Depletion or interference *)
> >- Warfarin (Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability)
> >
> >The use of Warfarin and coenzyme Q-10 together increases your risk of excessive bleeding. Coenzyme Q-10 may reduce the effectiveness of some chemotherapy. Some drugs, such as those used to lower cholesterol (lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin), blood sugar (glyburide, tolazamide) and blood pressure (beta blockers such as Inderal, Lopressor), can alter coenzyme Q-10's effectiveness. Also, people with diabetes should be aware that coenzyme Q-10 may decrease their need for insulin.
> >
> >Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
> >http://www.peacefulmind.com/anti-aging.htm
> >Therapies for healing
> >mind, body, spirit
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>


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Re: Re: periodontal disease

 

Diane,
Did you have receding gums?
How quickly did it work?
What sort of toothpaste do you use?
David

From: "Boonight@aol.com" Boonight@aol.com>
To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, 21 February 2013, 23:18
Subject: Re: [AlternativeAnswers] Re: periodontal disease

 
I bought white oak bark powder do not recall where. I rub it on my gums at
bedtime and leave it on. It is gritty, but it worked for me.

Diane

In a message dated 2/21/2013 3:28:37 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
mailto:barbara.barbaella%40gmail.com writes:

Thank you very much fr the in sights on healing my periodontal disease I
will try some of them ,how do you use the white oak bark?

[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]


__

Re: Re: periodontal disease

 


Colloidal silver is a natural anti-biotic it can be rubbed on the inflamed
area.

Herbal Remedies for Gum Disease to speed up the healing process and to
prevent recurrence:
* Oregon grape: Use a _tincture_
(http://edge.affiliateshop.com/public/AIDLink?AID=093352&Redirect=/extract/extract.html) of Oregon grape to
inhibit bacterial growth. Use a cotton swab to liberally apply the tincture
directly to your dog's gums. Oregon grape is antiseptic and also promotes new
gum tissue growth. Other herbs with similar properties include
Goldenseal, and Myrrh.
* Echinacea: If the teeth are infected and your dog is weak and thin
as a result of his dental problem, try apply a tincture of echinacea
directly to your dog's gums directly with a cotton swab.
* Calendula: If your dog has bleeding gums, apply a tincture of
calendula directly to the gums. Calendula is excellent for healing wounds and
stopping bleeding.
* * Natural Supplements - The following two supplements which
are _antioxidants_
(http://www.natural-dog-health-remedies.com/antioxidants-for-dogs.html) are particularly useful for dental problems: Coenzyme
Q10: Vitamin C/with Complex
*
Homeoapathy - Natural Treatments for Dental Abscesses it can be used for
people and pets

_http://petremedycharts.blogspot.com/2011/01/homeopathy-in-veterinary-dentis
try.html_
(http://petremedycharts.blogspot.com/2011/01/homeopathy-in-veterinary-dentistry.html)




Diane D.

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Re: To Rita.......

 

Dear Rita, I am so very impressed with someone your age on computer, much less taking such an interest in alternative natural God given ways of helping us to improve our health, maybe not totally or completely, but more so than most doctors can with all their toxic side effect prescription medicine. Also may I add a very sincere sympathy for your loss of your husband. My parents are coming up to their 57'th wedding anniversary this summer. We have always been concerned about my father, but now since my mother has been his sole caretaker, with their daughters help of course too, but her health is now failing. I am trying to help them, but you are more willing to try things than they are at times it seems. They are from old school, which trust and respect Traditional Doctors. Mom tries a few of my suggestions, and Dad whenever he feels like it. He is a little bit stubborn to change though. Good luck Rita in your health improvements. God Be With You
Always, Sincerely, Stephanie

From: Rita Childers rchilders36@yahoo.com>
To: "AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com" AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2013 8:21 PM
Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] Stephanie........

 
GOD BLESS DEAR ONE!  I will get to it tomorrow with my shopping! I do appreciate.
Rita

>________________________________
> From: Stephanie Miller mailto:journeyintolife2006%40yahoo.com>
>To: "mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com" mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com>
>Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2013 11:30 AM
>Subject: Re: [AlternativeAnswers] Muscle cramps and tension
>
>

>Rita, I take for my own muscle cramping, Magnesium Citrate Complex 400mg. capsule once in morning and again at bedtime. Hope this helps you like it has helped me. I am not the only one it has helped my elderly parents take it, and it improves their symptoms as well. If it cause too much diarhea, then only take one daily at night. Take CAre of yourself and God Bless You. Sincerely, Stephanie
>
>From: Rita Childers mailto:rchilders36%40yahoo.com>
>To: "mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.commailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com>
>Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2013 3:04 PM
>Subject: Re: [AlternativeAnswers] The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>

>Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep. I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a "radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp pill a day.
>When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin ,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>
>I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the naturals" and info.
>
>Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
>Rita L. Childers
>
>>________________________________
>> From: Andrew Pacholyk mailto:yogiguruji%40aol.com>
>>To: mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com
>>Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 5:19 AM
>>Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>>
>>
>> 
>>Good Morning!
>>
>>The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>>
>>CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) is a vitamin-like compound also called ubiquinone. It is an essential component of cells and is utilized by the mitochondria in the normal process of energy production. It helps convert food into energy at a cellular level. Coenzyme Q10 acts as an antioxidant, much like vitamins C and E, helping to neutralize the cell-damaging molecules known as free radicals. CoQ10 is one in a series of ubiquinones, naturally occurring compounds produced in nearly every cell of the body, and was discovered as recently as 1957.
>>
>>The primary function of CoQ10 is as a catalyst for metabolism. Acting in conjunction with enzymes, the compound speeds up the vital metabolic process, providing the energy that the cells need to digest food, heal wounds, maintain healthy muscles, and perform other bodily functions. It is especially abundant in the energy-intensive cells of the heart, helping this organ beat more than 100,000 times each day. [38,40].
>>
>>CoQ10 may play a role in preventing cancer, heart attacks, and other diseases linked to free-radical damage. It's also used as a general energy enhancer and anti-aging supplement. Because levels of the compound diminish with age (and with certain diseases), some doctors recommend daily supplementation beginning about age 40. CoQ10 has generated much excitement as a possible therapy for heart disease, especially congestive heart failure or a weakened heart. [39].
>>
>>In some studies, patients with a poorly functioning heart have been found to improve greatly after adding the supplement to their conventional drugs and therapies. [35, 36] Other studies have shown that people with cardiovascular disease have low levels of this substance in their heart. [38,39,40].
>>
>>Further research suggest that CoQ10 may protect against blood clots, lower high blood pressure, diminish irregular heartbeats, treat mitral valve prolapse, lessen symptoms of Raynaud's disease and relieve chest pains (angina). [40, 41, 42]
>>
>>CoQ10 also appears to aid healing and reduce pain and bleeding in those with gum disease, and speed recovery following oral surgery. [43] CoQ10 shows some promise against Parkinson's [44] and Alzheimer's Diseases [45] and fibromyalgia. [46].
>>
>>For daily supplementation, the dosage range is from 30 - 100 mg, with the most common dosage at 30 mg. It takes up to eight weeks to see results with CoQ10.
>>
>>INTERACTIONS:Certain medications may have beneficial or harmful interactions with coenzyme Q10:
>>
>>- Atorvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Doxorubicin (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>>- Fluvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Gemfibrozil (Depletion or interference *)
>>- Lovastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Perphenazine (Side effect reduction/prevention *)
>>- Pravastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>- Propranolol (Depletion or interference *)
>>- Simvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>>-Thioridazine (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>>- Timolol (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>>- Tricyclic Antidepressants (Depletion or interference *)
>>- Warfarin (Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability)
>>
>>The use of Warfarin and coenzyme Q-10 together increases your risk of excessive bleeding. Coenzyme Q-10 may reduce the effectiveness of some chemotherapy. Some drugs, such as those used to lower cholesterol (lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin), blood sugar (glyburide, tolazamide) and blood pressure (beta blockers such as Inderal, Lopressor), can alter coenzyme Q-10's effectiveness. Also, people with diabetes should be aware that coenzyme Q-10 may decrease their need for insulin.
>>
>>Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
>>http://www.peacefulmind.com/anti-aging.htm
>>Therapies for healing
>>mind, body, spirit
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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Re: ] Re: periodontal disease

 

Yes I had inflamed receding gums. I used the White Oak powder and took
Mega Vitamin C with complex and a Multi-vitamin. I bought the Source
Naturals Wellness C-1000 and took it 3 times a day. I use a natural mint flavored
tooth paste like Toms of Maine or Natures Gate. I think it took 5 days to
heal.

Diane


In a message dated 2/22/2013 2:41:29 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
davidjohnkenna@yahoo.co.uk writes:

Diane,
Did you have receding gums?
How quickly did it work?
What sort of toothpaste do you use?
David

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Recipe: For Daily Circulation

 

Many people relieve there leg cramps with a combination of Magnesium and
Potassium. Also to help your bad circulation. You need more Vitamin E, B &
C. Get a good brand natural multivitamin. Spices that helps circulation
hot pepper, turmeric, cayenne, curry, ginger, rosemary, horseradish, garlic.

A daily circulation recipe: 1 tbsp. of organic apple cider vinegar, 1
tbsp. of unsulphured blackstrap molasses, and add a pinch of cayenne in a glass
of spring water.

Virgin Coconut oil helps circulation, the heart and many other health
benefits.


Fruits and vegetables of any kind are good for your health, particularly
oranges, which provide high levels of bioflavonoids to promote blood flow
while also strengthening capillaries, as well as watermelon, a natural source
of lycopene, which has been known to help prevent plaque buildup, a common
hindrance to blood flow, to help promote healthy circulation. Nuts are
rich in vitamin B3, which helps boost the blood. Garlic also helps promote
circulation. Cold water fish Exercise and drink plenty of pure water.
Avoid saturated and trans fats, as well as sugar, sodas, salt, fast
foods, processed foods - refined chemical foods, foods high in fat, potatoes,
pasta, white white flour,caffeine based drinks, alcohol

Diane

In AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com, Rita Childers
wrote:
>
> Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during
night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no
pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep.
I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit
rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a
"radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp
pill a day.
> When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin
,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left
rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>
> I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence
in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the
naturals" and info.
>
> Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
> Rita L. Childers
>
>

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Re: Re: The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)

 

A big THANK YOU and many more for the responses re/the muscle cramping!
We do have a great site here and loads of wonderful people!
GOD BLESS1
Rita

>________________________________
> From: europanz upulagi@yahoo.com>
>To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
>Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2013 10:45 PM
>Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] Re: The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>
>

>Sounds like you have a lack of magnesium. That what would cause all the cramps.. take magnesium. %85 of the worlds population is short of magnesium
>
>--- In AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com, Rita Childers wrote:
>>
>> Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep. I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a "radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp pill a day.
>> When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin ,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>>
>> I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the naturals" and info.
>>
>> Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
>> Rita L. Childers
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> >________________________________
>> > From: Andrew Pacholyk
>> >To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
>> >Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 5:19 AM
>> >Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>> >
>> >
>> > 
>> >Good Morning!
>> >
>> >The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>> >
>> >CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) is a vitamin-like compound also called ubiquinone. It is an essential component of cells and is utilized by the mitochondria in the normal process of energy production. It helps convert food into energy at a cellular level. Coenzyme Q10 acts as an antioxidant, much like vitamins C and E, helping to neutralize the cell-damaging molecules known as free radicals. CoQ10 is one in a series of ubiquinones, naturally occurring compounds produced in nearly every cell of the body, and was discovered as recently as 1957.
>> >
>> >The primary function of CoQ10 is as a catalyst for metabolism. Acting in conjunction with enzymes, the compound speeds up the vital metabolic process, providing the energy that the cells need to digest food, heal wounds, maintain healthy muscles, and perform other bodily functions. It is especially abundant in the energy-intensive cells of the heart, helping this organ beat more than 100,000 times each day. [38,40].
>> >
>> >CoQ10 may play a role in preventing cancer, heart attacks, and other diseases linked to free-radical damage. It's also used as a general energy enhancer and anti-aging supplement. Because levels of the compound diminish with age (and with certain diseases), some doctors recommend daily supplementation beginning about age 40. CoQ10 has generated much excitement as a possible therapy for heart disease, especially congestive heart failure or a weakened heart. [39].
>> >
>> >In some studies, patients with a poorly functioning heart have been found to improve greatly after adding the supplement to their conventional drugs and therapies. [35, 36] Other studies have shown that people with cardiovascular disease have low levels of this substance in their heart. [38,39,40].
>> >
>> >Further research suggest that CoQ10 may protect against blood clots, lower high blood pressure, diminish irregular heartbeats, treat mitral valve prolapse, lessen symptoms of Raynaud's disease and relieve chest pains (angina). [40, 41, 42]
>> >
>> >CoQ10 also appears to aid healing and reduce pain and bleeding in those with gum disease, and speed recovery following oral surgery. [43] CoQ10 shows some promise against Parkinson's [44] and Alzheimer's Diseases [45] and fibromyalgia. [46].
>> >
>> >For daily supplementation, the dosage range is from 30 - 100 mg, with the most common dosage at 30 mg. It takes up to eight weeks to see results with CoQ10.
>> >
>> >INTERACTIONS:Certain medications may have beneficial or harmful interactions with coenzyme Q10:
>> >
>> >- Atorvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Doxorubicin (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>> >- Fluvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Gemfibrozil (Depletion or interference *)
>> >- Lovastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Perphenazine (Side effect reduction/prevention *)
>> >- Pravastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Propranolol (Depletion or interference *)
>> >- Simvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >-Thioridazine (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>> >- Timolol (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>> >- Tricyclic Antidepressants (Depletion or interference *)
>> >- Warfarin (Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability)
>> >
>> >The use of Warfarin and coenzyme Q-10 together increases your risk of excessive bleeding. Coenzyme Q-10 may reduce the effectiveness of some chemotherapy. Some drugs, such as those used to lower cholesterol (lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin), blood sugar (glyburide, tolazamide) and blood pressure (beta blockers such as Inderal, Lopressor), can alter coenzyme Q-10's effectiveness. Also, people with diabetes should be aware that coenzyme Q-10 may decrease their need for insulin.
>> >
>> >Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
>> >http://www.peacefulmind.com/anti-aging.htm
>> >Therapies for healing
>> >mind, body, spirit
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>>
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An end to asthma

 

Hi all,

I felt inspired to share my story of ending asthma. I came across this site inadvertently and got very excited to see so many members exploring ways that work for them and to discuss their stories here. It is my hope that many, many people get to benefit from what I have learned and experienced.

I've had asthma since I was a kid and have only just become med-free at the age of 45. I began to explore more 'successful' ways to return to a life of unrestricted breathing around 15 years ago beginning with nutrition. What works for some people won't necessarily work for everyone. I learned that after reading In the book Eat Right 4 Your Type that meat, for example, is beneficial for blood type O (50% of western populations), the caveman diet. Blood type As, however, are the opposite and do well with 'modern' foods like dairy and grains. I first experimented with the recommendations (I'm an O) and went on to play my own game where I would adopt whatever food made me feel energised, light and vital. This, I learned later in life, is just another way to live how you're supposed to live and when you do all health problems will gradually evaporate. I'm of the opinion that the body is continually striving to heal itself and will do so if only you can get any offending irritants out of the way.
A general rule of thumb is to avoid any acidifying foods and adopt alkalising ones but it's not that straightforward. Lemons are acidic, right? But they have an alkalising effect on Os and are very powerful. Raw vegetables, such as broccoli, are the nirvana in health foods but Os don't have the enzymes to break down some raw foods and do better when they're cooked. Again, what works best for you. Your body will tell you what works best.

I had some success with this approach and moved on to removing as many chemicals from my home as possible. I live in a warm country so there is no carpet and even though laundry liquid, dish washing powder and food are all more expensive if you go chemical-free, it's worth it in my opinion. By now I was off the steroids, except for emergencies, and just took the ventolin generally before sleeping.

I learned about the oxygen and carbon dioxide mix in the blood studying Buteyko and it's not a simple case of more oxygen in, more oxygen absorbed. I've seen children in hospital wards being fed gallons of ventolin and oxygen and nurses wondering why the oxygen saturation levels (sats) weren't going up. It was painful to watch when i knew this wasn't the right approach. The body simply normalises the O2/CO2 mix when you adopt good breathing practices. It was a good lesson in the role carbon dioxide plays although the 'breathe in just a tiny bit' approach didn't sit well with me. I learned some good posture techniques from a Buteyko consultant, however, to simply take the strain off the breathing column. For sleeping, to alleviate symptoms, lay on your side and extend the breathing column, essentially the whole spine, and keep it straight. You can bow your head and bring your knees up if that's more comfortable but try not to collapse the chest. You can't always maintain that position especially if you squirm about in bed but be conscious of whenever you hunch your chest in bed because that is heading in the wrong direction.

I then learned diaphragmatic breathing and how you breathe in, through the nose, from the belly and not the chest. Breathing in through the nose, in addition to the well-known myriad benefits, stimulates the production of nitrous oxide, a muscle relaxant critical for smooth lung function. I theorise that mouth breathing is behind many cases of some forms of heart disease where the heart muscle is hardened and performs sub-optimally as a result. Worth investigating, but I digress!
In diaphragmatic breathing it's not quite the belly you are engaging to breathe but the diaphragm, a muscle, where the belly is. So, move the muscle out, not just the belly fat out, when breathing in. I found that the more I breathed out, using the diaphragm and sucking the belly right in, the more my breathing would improve. If I had a cold, which tends to exacerbate symptoms, the first thing to improve would be the clearing of a blocked nose. I also noticed that adopting improved breathing practices also accelerated the curing of a cold! (It's all related) As I improved I noticed how I didn't need to breathe in as much (the Buteyko approach) and the more I tried to breathe out and visualise my breathing lower and lower in the breathing column as far as the pelvic floor, the better my breathing became. Along the way I would start coughing. Coughing is always a good sign in an asthmatic because it signifies stuff is wanting to shift. The prior state in recovery is wheezing and rattling where it's clear there is mucous lodged but not coming out and the worst state is simply tightness with no sign of improvement. So, celebrate any coughing you do and smile sweetly at any anxious onlookers who want to give you medicine to dry up your cough! Once the mucous is dislodged you're looking at peaceful breathing at 4-5 cycles a minute ... sweet!
The sad thing about ventolin I've come to experience is that it makes you breathe more rapidly and from the chest. It makes it tricky to resume the calm, diaphragmatic breathing, and you'll resume symptoms once the drug has worn off I'd you can't get back to that improved way of breathing. A cruel irony!

I learned yoga, primarily for the muscle building, but realised there are some good postures to adopt to shift any mucous plugs. Anything that opens up the chest is a bonus and any activity that has you hunched, for example over a computer, is detrimental.

The best explanation as to why people get asthma attacks, at least my form of asthma, is that if you're a mouth breather then the body attempts to conserve the loss of moisture, which is needed for smooth bronchi and proper organ function, via vapour from the mouth. This is the source of exercise-induced asthma and the body then forms mucous plugs to keep the bronchi smooth. Your natural instinct is to simply stop what you're doing and relax. In any kind of 'disease' it helps to try and understand what the body is trying to make you do as a consequence, or prevents you from doing that you want to do, in order to understand where you're going wrong, the metaphysical view.

So, what to do when you feel an attack coming on? I check my posture. Am I hunched over like I have been almost my entire life, collapsing the chest? Open it up, sit up straight (I find the yoga lotus position effective and practical if I want to do laptop work on the sofa) and review your breathing. I've found the following works well for me and can return to good breathing in under 15 minutes.
Breathe in as much as you want and forget the Buteyko method that forbids big breaths in. If you want to breathe in gulps of air then just do it! Once satisfied, breathe out, using the diaphragm and pulling the stomach in, for as long as possible before breathing in again. The first few times it won't be a very long time but don't beat yourself up about it. Repeat the exercise and know that it will get easier. The goal is to breathe out as much as possible each time and notice how you don't need to breathe in as much each time. Before long your breathing will normalise. Follow these practices, be aware of what triggers symptoms, keep up your good work and before long you will have developed sound habits and will have forgotten where your meds are!

I truly hope this has been of value to you and welcome any questions or anything I can do to help more.

-Peter


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Re

Re: An end to asthma

 

Peace Be Unto You:

This is very awe inspiring and important.  I too in the past suffered from asthma. I
sometimes might have bouts with bronchitis or upper respiratory infections.   I am
a type  2 diabetic.  I only work with that which is natural. I am not on any medications
at this time.
I am in a family of allergy sufferers and have made drastic changes to keep a
very clean environment around and in our home. Any suggestion??? What
about the use of E-friendly cleaning, household, etc.. products? Have you
or anyone had good experiences? I have a grandchild who has eczema and
I constantly am searching for ways to help him. Any suggestions? My grandson
started a twitching sensation with his arms and legs and has to get his brainwaves
checked around the first of March.  I am concerned that some of those allergy
medications that he has been on might have given him these unwanted side effects.
I could be wrong. I am hoping for the best.

Peace,

Shelia

From: peterthoatson petecito88@gmail.com>
To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2013 7:02 AM
Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] An end to asthma

 
Hi all,

I felt inspired to share my story of ending asthma. I came across this site inadvertently and got very excited to see so many members exploring ways that work for them and to discuss their stories here. It is my hope that many, many people get to benefit from what I have learned and experienced.

I've had asthma since I was a kid and have only just become med-free at the age of 45. I began to explore more 'successful' ways to return to a life of unrestricted breathing around 15 years ago beginning with nutrition. What works for some people won't necessarily work for everyone. I learned that after reading In the book Eat Right 4 Your Type that meat, for example, is beneficial for blood type O (50% of western populations), the caveman diet. Blood type As, however, are the opposite and do well with 'modern' foods like dairy and grains. I first experimented with the recommendations (I'm an O) and went on to play my own game where I would adopt whatever food made me feel energised, light and vital. This, I learned later in life, is just another way to live how you're supposed to live and when you do all health problems will gradually evaporate. I'm of the opinion that the body is continually striving to heal itself and will do so if only you can get
any offending irritants out of the way.
A general rule of thumb is to avoid any acidifying foods and adopt alkalising ones but it's not that straightforward. Lemons are acidic, right? But they have an alkalising effect on Os and are very powerful. Raw vegetables, such as broccoli, are the nirvana in health foods but Os don't have the enzymes to break down some raw foods and do better when they're cooked. Again, what works best for you. Your body will tell you what works best.

I had some success with this approach and moved on to removing as many chemicals from my home as possible. I live in a warm country so there is no carpet and even though laundry liquid, dish washing powder and food are all more expensive if you go chemical-free, it's worth it in my opinion. By now I was off the steroids, except for emergencies, and just took the ventolin generally before sleeping.

I learned about the oxygen and carbon dioxide mix in the blood studying Buteyko and it's not a simple case of more oxygen in, more oxygen absorbed. I've seen children in hospital wards being fed gallons of ventolin and oxygen and nurses wondering why the oxygen saturation levels (sats) weren't going up. It was painful to watch when i knew this wasn't the right approach. The body simply normalises the O2/CO2 mix when you adopt good breathing practices. It was a good lesson in the role carbon dioxide plays although the 'breathe in just a tiny bit' approach didn't sit well with me. I learned some good posture techniques from a Buteyko consultant, however, to simply take the strain off the breathing column. For sleeping, to alleviate symptoms, lay on your side and extend the breathing column, essentially the whole spine, and keep it straight. You can bow your head and bring your knees up if that's more comfortable but try not to collapse the chest. You can't
always maintain that position especially if you squirm about in bed but be conscious of whenever you hunch your chest in bed because that is heading in the wrong direction.

I then learned diaphragmatic breathing and how you breathe in, through the nose, from the belly and not the chest. Breathing in through the nose, in addition to the well-known myriad benefits, stimulates the production of nitrous oxide, a muscle relaxant critical for smooth lung function. I theorise that mouth breathing is behind many cases of some forms of heart disease where the heart muscle is hardened and performs sub-optimally as a result. Worth investigating, but I digress!
In diaphragmatic breathing it's not quite the belly you are engaging to breathe but the diaphragm, a muscle, where the belly is. So, move the muscle out, not just the belly fat out, when breathing in. I found that the more I breathed out, using the diaphragm and sucking the belly right in, the more my breathing would improve. If I had a cold, which tends to exacerbate symptoms, the first thing to improve would be the clearing of a blocked nose. I also noticed that adopting improved breathing practices also accelerated the curing of a cold! (It's all related) As I improved I noticed how I didn't need to breathe in as much (the Buteyko approach) and the more I tried to breathe out and visualise my breathing lower and lower in the breathing column as far as the pelvic floor, the better my breathing became. Along the way I would start coughing. Coughing is always a good sign in an asthmatic because it signifies stuff is wanting to shift. The prior state in
recovery is wheezing and rattling where it's clear there is mucous lodged but not coming out and the worst state is simply tightness with no sign of improvement. So, celebrate any coughing you do and smile sweetly at any anxious onlookers who want to give you medicine to dry up your cough! Once the mucous is dislodged you're looking at peaceful breathing at 4-5 cycles a minute ... sweet!
The sad thing about ventolin I've come to experience is that it makes you breathe more rapidly and from the chest. It makes it tricky to resume the calm, diaphragmatic breathing, and you'll resume symptoms once the drug has worn off I'd you can't get back to that improved way of breathing. A cruel irony!

I learned yoga, primarily for the muscle building, but realised there are some good postures to adopt to shift any mucous plugs. Anything that opens up the chest is a bonus and any activity that has you hunched, for example over a computer, is detrimental.

The best explanation as to why people get asthma attacks, at least my form of asthma, is that if you're a mouth breather then the body attempts to conserve the loss of moisture, which is needed for smooth bronchi and proper organ function, via vapour from the mouth. This is the source of exercise-induced asthma and the body then forms mucous plugs to keep the bronchi smooth. Your natural instinct is to simply stop what you're doing and relax. In any kind of 'disease' it helps to try and understand what the body is trying to make you do as a consequence, or prevents you from doing that you want to do, in order to understand where you're going wrong, the metaphysical view.

So, what to do when you feel an attack coming on? I check my posture. Am I hunched over like I have been almost my entire life, collapsing the chest? Open it up, sit up straight (I find the yoga lotus position effective and practical if I want to do laptop work on the sofa) and review your breathing. I've found the following works well for me and can return to good breathing in under 15 minutes.
Breathe in as much as you want and forget the Buteyko method that forbids big breaths in. If you want to breathe in gulps of air then just do it! Once satisfied, breathe out, using the diaphragm and pulling the stomach in, for as long as possible before breathing in again. The first few times it won't be a very long time but don't beat yourself up about it. Repeat the exercise and know that it will get easier. The goal is to breathe out as much as possible each time and notice how you don't need to breathe in as much each time. Before long your breathing will normalise. Follow these practices, be aware of what triggers symptoms, keep up your good work and before long you will have developed sound habits and will have forgotten where your meds are!

I truly hope this has been of value to you and welcome any questions or anything I can do to help more.

-Peter

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Re: Re: The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)

 

Good Morning:

Thanks for this vital information. I am a type 2 Diabetic and I have found that magnesium is
beneficial to such numbness.

Thanks also for the information regarding CoQ10 as well...

Thanks,
Shelia

From: Rita Childers rchilders36@yahoo.com>
To: "AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com" AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Friday, February 22, 2013 11:15 PM
Subject: Re: [AlternativeAnswers] Re: The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)

 
A big THANK YOU and many more for the responses re/the muscle cramping!
We do have a great site here and loads of wonderful people!
GOD BLESS1
Rita

>________________________________
> From: europanz mailto:upulagi%40yahoo.com>
>To: mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com
>Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2013 10:45 PM
>Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] Re: The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>
>

>Sounds like you have a lack of magnesium. That what would cause all the cramps.. take magnesium. %85 of the worlds population is short of magnesium
>
>--- In mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com, Rita Childers wrote:
>>
>> Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep. I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a "radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp pill a day.
>> When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin ,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>>
>> I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the naturals" and info.
>>
>> Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
>> Rita L. Childers
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> >________________________________
>> > From: Andrew Pacholyk
>> >To: mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com
>> >Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 5:19 AM
>> >Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>> >
>> >
>> > 
>> >Good Morning!
>> >
>> >The Primary Functions of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
>> >
>> >CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) is a vitamin-like compound also called ubiquinone. It is an essential component of cells and is utilized by the mitochondria in the normal process of energy production. It helps convert food into energy at a cellular level. Coenzyme Q10 acts as an antioxidant, much like vitamins C and E, helping to neutralize the cell-damaging molecules known as free radicals. CoQ10 is one in a series of ubiquinones, naturally occurring compounds produced in nearly every cell of the body, and was discovered as recently as 1957.
>> >
>> >The primary function of CoQ10 is as a catalyst for metabolism. Acting in conjunction with enzymes, the compound speeds up the vital metabolic process, providing the energy that the cells need to digest food, heal wounds, maintain healthy muscles, and perform other bodily functions. It is especially abundant in the energy-intensive cells of the heart, helping this organ beat more than 100,000 times each day. [38,40].
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>> >CoQ10 may play a role in preventing cancer, heart attacks, and other diseases linked to free-radical damage. It's also used as a general energy enhancer and anti-aging supplement. Because levels of the compound diminish with age (and with certain diseases), some doctors recommend daily supplementation beginning about age 40. CoQ10 has generated much excitement as a possible therapy for heart disease, especially congestive heart failure or a weakened heart. [39].
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>> >In some studies, patients with a poorly functioning heart have been found to improve greatly after adding the supplement to their conventional drugs and therapies. [35, 36] Other studies have shown that people with cardiovascular disease have low levels of this substance in their heart. [38,39,40].
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>> >Further research suggest that CoQ10 may protect against blood clots, lower high blood pressure, diminish irregular heartbeats, treat mitral valve prolapse, lessen symptoms of Raynaud's disease and relieve chest pains (angina). [40, 41, 42]
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>> >CoQ10 also appears to aid healing and reduce pain and bleeding in those with gum disease, and speed recovery following oral surgery. [43] CoQ10 shows some promise against Parkinson's [44] and Alzheimer's Diseases [45] and fibromyalgia. [46].
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>> >For daily supplementation, the dosage range is from 30 - 100 mg, with the most common dosage at 30 mg. It takes up to eight weeks to see results with CoQ10.
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>> >INTERACTIONS:Certain medications may have beneficial or harmful interactions with coenzyme Q10:
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>> >- Atorvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Doxorubicin (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>> >- Fluvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Gemfibrozil (Depletion or interference *)
>> >- Lovastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Perphenazine (Side effect reduction/prevention *)
>> >- Pravastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >- Propranolol (Depletion or interference *)
>> >- Simvastatin (Depletion or interference)
>> >-Thioridazine (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>> >- Timolol (Side effect reduction/prevention)
>> >- Tricyclic Antidepressants (Depletion or interference *)
>> >- Warfarin (Reduced drug absorption/bioavailability)
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>> >The use of Warfarin and coenzyme Q-10 together increases your risk of excessive bleeding. Coenzyme Q-10 may reduce the effectiveness of some chemotherapy. Some drugs, such as those used to lower cholesterol (lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin), blood sugar (glyburide, tolazamide) and blood pressure (beta blockers such as Inderal, Lopressor), can alter coenzyme Q-10's effectiveness. Also, people with diabetes should be aware that coenzyme Q-10 may decrease their need for insulin.
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>> >Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
>> >http://www.peacefulmind.com/anti-aging.htm
>> >Therapies for healing
>> >mind, body, spirit
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Re: Recipe: For Daily Circulation

 

Good Morning:

Thank you for the extremely helpful information.  I have to stand on my
feet quite a bit and magnesium along with othere natural things has been
a great help.  In the past, I suffered form inflammation but currently
have to deal with standing on a concrete floor for several hours a day.
Any suggestions on the type of shoes with support that would be most
helpful for me?

Shelia

From: "Boonight@aol.com" Boonight@aol.com>
To: AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, February 22, 2013 7:37 PM
Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] Recipe: For Daily Circulation

 
Many people relieve there leg cramps with a combination of Magnesium and
Potassium. Also to help your bad circulation. You need more Vitamin E, B &
C. Get a good brand natural multivitamin. Spices that helps circulation
hot pepper, turmeric, cayenne, curry, ginger, rosemary, horseradish, garlic.

A daily circulation recipe: 1 tbsp. of organic apple cider vinegar, 1
tbsp. of unsulphured blackstrap molasses, and add a pinch of cayenne in a glass
of spring water.

Virgin Coconut oil helps circulation, the heart and many other health
benefits.

Fruits and vegetables of any kind are good for your health, particularly
oranges, which provide high levels of bioflavonoids to promote blood flow
while also strengthening capillaries, as well as watermelon, a natural source
of lycopene, which has been known to help prevent plaque buildup, a common
hindrance to blood flow, to help promote healthy circulation. Nuts are
rich in vitamin B3, which helps boost the blood. Garlic also helps promote
circulation. Cold water fish Exercise and drink plenty of pure water.
Avoid saturated and trans fats, as well as sugar, sodas, salt, fast
foods, processed foods - refined chemical foods, foods high in fat, potatoes,
pasta, white white flour,caffeine based drinks, alcohol

Diane

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wrote:
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> Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during
night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no
pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep.
I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit
rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a
"radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp
pill a day.
> When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin
,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left
rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>
> I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence
in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the
naturals" and info.
>
> Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
> Rita L. Childers
>
>

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Re: Re: periodontal disease

 

i bought some. i have gingivitis. hope it helpls.
thx.,
doug
On Feb 22, 2013, at 4:09 PM, Boonight@aol.com wrote:

> Yes I had inflamed receding gums. I used the White Oak powder and took
> Mega Vitamin C with complex and a Multi-vitamin. I bought the Source
> Naturals Wellness C-1000 and took it 3 times a day. I use a natural mint flavored
> tooth paste like Toms of Maine or Natures Gate. I think it took 5 days to
> heal.
>
> Diane
>
>
> In a message dated 2/22/2013 2:41:29 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
> davidjohnkenna@yahoo.co.uk writes:
>
> Diane,
> Did you have receding gums?
> How quickly did it work?
> What sort of toothpaste do you use?
> David
>
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Shoe support and comfort

 

Shelia, I suggest Air Nike, because they help with the inside air cushion to lessen foot on ground impact. Perhaps there are even better ones out than these. Just look up tennis shoes and read up on which one has best arch support, and sole EVA cushioning with air along entire insole of foot from heel to toe coverage. Hope this helps you. Sincerely, Stephanie

From: Shelia Chughtai theveil4u@yahoo.com>
To: "AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com" AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 23, 2013 9:50 AM
Subject: Re: [AlternativeAnswers] Recipe: For Daily Circulation

 
Good Morning:

Thank you for the extremely helpful information.  I have to stand on my
feet quite a bit and magnesium along with othere natural things has been
a great help.  In the past, I suffered form inflammation but currently
have to deal with standing on a concrete floor for several hours a day.
Any suggestions on the type of shoes with support that would be most
helpful for me?

Shelia

From: "mailto:Boonight%40aol.com" mailto:Boonight%40aol.com>
To: mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, February 22, 2013 7:37 PM
Subject: [AlternativeAnswers] Recipe: For Daily Circulation

 
Many people relieve there leg cramps with a combination of Magnesium and
Potassium. Also to help your bad circulation. You need more Vitamin E, B &
C. Get a good brand natural multivitamin. Spices that helps circulation
hot pepper, turmeric, cayenne, curry, ginger, rosemary, horseradish, garlic.

A daily circulation recipe: 1 tbsp. of organic apple cider vinegar, 1
tbsp. of unsulphured blackstrap molasses, and add a pinch of cayenne in a glass
of spring water.

Virgin Coconut oil helps circulation, the heart and many other health
benefits.

Fruits and vegetables of any kind are good for your health, particularly
oranges, which provide high levels of bioflavonoids to promote blood flow
while also strengthening capillaries, as well as watermelon, a natural source
of lycopene, which has been known to help prevent plaque buildup, a common
hindrance to blood flow, to help promote healthy circulation. Nuts are
rich in vitamin B3, which helps boost the blood. Garlic also helps promote
circulation. Cold water fish Exercise and drink plenty of pure water.
Avoid saturated and trans fats, as well as sugar, sodas, salt, fast
foods, processed foods - refined chemical foods, foods high in fat, potatoes,
pasta, white white flour,caffeine based drinks, alcohol

Diane

In mailto:AlternativeAnswers%40yahoogroups.com, Rita Childers
wrote:
>
> Sir, I do hope you can help with my problems. I have numb legs during
night time sleep, once I get up and have coffee etc. they are fine , no
pain...also I have muscle cramping in all muscles of my body...awake or asleep.
I am 82 yrs old and my health is fair, I have bouts of asthma,,pulse a bit
rapid pulse, had "graves disease" 30 yrs or more , was taken care of with a
"radioactive capsule," slightly high blood pressure, Dr. has me on 1 bp
pill a day.
> When my husband passed away in 2007 Dr. put me on effxor 150, klonopin
,which helps me sleep .I fell 2 yrs ago and tore all the way thru., my left
rotator cup...part of right one..I function fine if I am careful.
>
> I realize this is really a lot to ask,but I do have complete confidence
in what you have written and really enjoy the website with all the
naturals" and info.
>
> Hopefully in advance" a huge THANK YOU and GOD BLESS.
> Rita L. Childers
>
>

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Re: An end to asthma

 

Thanks! That is good stuff! Some of it I know from experience...

Apparently in my family, we get asthma in our 30's -- or 40 if we eat a pretty-natural diet until age 40...

Magnesium fixed me right up, after trying all kinds of other natural remedies. I'm not sure now whether it might have had a lot to do with middle-aged constipation (which of course would also have been from the hamburgers and crap I started eating just because I was tired of doing all the other).

But a large dose of simple magnesium tablets would always STOP an asthma attack, within minutes. Before long, when I was taking magnesium every day (which also helps with the constipation), I just really didn't have asthma anymore.

I still get some tight breathing sometimes, and opening up the chest is very helpful!

Joy

--- In AlternativeAnswers@yahoogroups.com, "peterthoatson" wrote:
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> Hi all,
>
> I felt inspired to share my story of ending asthma. I came across this site inadvertently and got very excited to see so many members exploring ways that work for them and to discuss their stories here. It is my hope that many, many people get to benefit from what I have learned and experienced.
>
> I've had asthma since I was a kid and have only just become med-free at the age of 45. I began to explore more 'successful' ways to return to a life of unrestricted breathing around 15 years ago beginning with nutrition. What works for some people won't necessarily work for everyone. I learned that after reading In the book Eat Right 4 Your Type that meat, for example, is beneficial for blood type O (50% of western populations), the caveman diet. Blood type As, however, are the opposite and do well with 'modern' foods like dairy and grains. I first experimented with the recommendations (I'm an O) and went on to play my own game where I would adopt whatever food made me feel energised, light and vital. This, I learned later in life, is just another way to live how you're supposed to live and when you do all health problems will gradually evaporate. I'm of the opinion that the body is continually striving to heal itself and will do so if only you can get any offending irritants out of the way.
> A general rule of thumb is to avoid any acidifying foods and adopt alkalising ones but it's not that straightforward. Lemons are acidic, right? But they have an alkalising effect on Os and are very powerful. Raw vegetables, such as broccoli, are the nirvana in health foods but Os don't have the enzymes to break down some raw foods and do better when they're cooked. Again, what works best for you. Your body will tell you what works best.
>
> I had some success with this approach and moved on to removing as many chemicals from my home as possible. I live in a warm country so there is no carpet and even though laundry liquid, dish washing powder and food are all more expensive if you go chemical-free, it's worth it in my opinion. By now I was off the steroids, except for emergencies, and just took the ventolin generally before sleeping.
>
> I learned about the oxygen and carbon dioxide mix in the blood studying Buteyko and it's not a simple case of more oxygen in, more oxygen absorbed. I've seen children in hospital wards being fed gallons of ventolin and oxygen and nurses wondering why the oxygen saturation levels (sats) weren't going up. It was painful to watch when i knew this wasn't the right approach. The body simply normalises the O2/CO2 mix when you adopt good breathing practices. It was a good lesson in the role carbon dioxide plays although the 'breathe in just a tiny bit' approach didn't sit well with me. I learned some good posture techniques from a Buteyko consultant, however, to simply take the strain off the breathing column. For sleeping, to alleviate symptoms, lay on your side and extend the breathing column, essentially the whole spine, and keep it straight. You can bow your head and bring your knees up if that's more comfortable but try not to collapse the chest. You can't always maintain that position especially if you squirm about in bed but be conscious of whenever you hunch your chest in bed because that is heading in the wrong direction.
>
> I then learned diaphragmatic breathing and how you breathe in, through the nose, from the belly and not the chest. Breathing in through the nose, in addition to the well-known myriad benefits, stimulates the production of nitrous oxide, a muscle relaxant critical for smooth lung function. I theorise that mouth breathing is behind many cases of some forms of heart disease where the heart muscle is hardened and performs sub-optimally as a result. Worth investigating, but I digress!
> In diaphragmatic breathing it's not quite the belly you are engaging to breathe but the diaphragm, a muscle, where the belly is. So, move the muscle out, not just the belly fat out, when breathing in. I found that the more I breathed out, using the diaphragm and sucking the belly right in, the more my breathing would improve. If I had a cold, which tends to exacerbate symptoms, the first thing to improve would be the clearing of a blocked nose. I also noticed that adopting improved breathing practices also accelerated the curing of a cold! (It's all related) As I improved I noticed how I didn't need to breathe in as much (the Buteyko approach) and the more I tried to breathe out and visualise my breathing lower and lower in the breathing column as far as the pelvic floor, the better my breathing became. Along the way I would start coughing. Coughing is always a good sign in an asthmatic because it signifies stuff is wanting to shift. The prior state in recovery is wheezing and rattling where it's clear there is mucous lodged but not coming out and the worst state is simply tightness with no sign of improvement. So, celebrate any coughing you do and smile sweetly at any anxious onlookers who want to give you medicine to dry up your cough! Once the mucous is dislodged you're looking at peaceful breathing at 4-5 cycles a minute ... sweet!
> The sad thing about ventolin I've come to experience is that it makes you breathe more rapidly and from the chest. It makes it tricky to resume the calm, diaphragmatic breathing, and you'll resume symptoms once the drug has worn off I'd you can't get back to that improved way of breathing. A cruel irony!
>
> I learned yoga, primarily for the muscle building, but realised there are some good postures to adopt to shift any mucous plugs. Anything that opens up the chest is a bonus and any activity that has you hunched, for example over a computer, is detrimental.
>
> The best explanation as to why people get asthma attacks, at least my form of asthma, is that if you're a mouth breather then the body attempts to conserve the loss of moisture, which is needed for smooth bronchi and proper organ function, via vapour from the mouth. This is the source of exercise-induced asthma and the body then forms mucous plugs to keep the bronchi smooth. Your natural instinct is to simply stop what you're doing and relax. In any kind of 'disease' it helps to try and understand what the body is trying to make you do as a consequence, or prevents you from doing that you want to do, in order to understand where you're going wrong, the metaphysical view.
>
> So, what to do when you feel an attack coming on? I check my posture. Am I hunched over like I have been almost my entire life, collapsing the chest? Open it up, sit up straight (I find the yoga lotus position effective and practical if I want to do laptop work on the sofa) and review your breathing. I've found the following works well for me and can return to good breathing in under 15 minutes.
> Breathe in as much as you want and forget the Buteyko method that forbids big breaths in. If you want to breathe in gulps of air then just do it! Once satisfied, breathe out, using the diaphragm and pulling the stomach in, for as long as possible before breathing in again. The first few times it won't be a very long time but don't beat yourself up about it. Repeat the exercise and know that it will get easier. The goal is to breathe out as much as possible each time and notice how you don't need to breathe in as much each time. Before long your breathing will normalise. Follow these practices, be aware of what triggers symptoms, keep up your good work and before long you will have developed sound habits and will have forgotten where your meds are!
>
> I truly hope this has been of value to you and welcome any questions or anything I can do to help more.
>
> -Peter
>


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