October 19, 2009

Palm Springs

Still in the 80’s

I wanted to pass on some things to think about. If you are interested in health issues, please read and listen to these 2 clips from Dr. Oz. Obviously, Dr. Mercola’s bias is clearly anti-big pharma, however, with the big push towards everyone getting the flu shot, it’s best to hear the extremes on both sides.

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/10/13/Dr-Oz-Helps-Shill-the-Flu-Vaccine.aspx

If you are more at risk, it may be a good idea to get the vaccine- and may even be required for healthcare workers, teachers, those immunocompromised, travelers, etc. What some studies have shown, too, and some of you may already know this, is that shoring up on your vitamin D levels is great too. We get a large amount of our vitamin D from the sun, and smaller amounts from foods. Obviously, if you live in Palm Springs you are getting a lot of sun.

The good news is, you can eat foods rich in vitamin D on a regular basis, such as, beef liver, fatty fish, and eggs. Pretty tough if you are a vegan. I guess vegans can eat a bunch of mushrooms irradiated with UV light:) Or a simpler approach would be to purchase cod liver oil or vitamin D supplements from your naturopath or chiropractor or a holistic nutritionist. Don’t just buy this anywhere or rely on a high dose prescription, as purity in ingredients does matter. Research the brands you are buying.

In case you are unaware, vitamin D activates your immune system to respond to influenza (including the swine flu). Vitamin D also balances your immune response to avoid dangerous inflammation. Those with low vitamin D are typically susceptible to colds and viruses and when they do catch the bug, it tends to linger longer than those who have adequate amounts of vitamin D. Ask your doctor about this.

Doctors say that those with high risk of vitamin D deficiency should consume 1000 IU of vitamin D daily. Children and teens should consume 200-400 IU daily.

As for me and my family, we have been boosting our immune systems for years with Arbonne’s nutritional hybrids and triple shield echinacea. The hybrids have 1000 IU of vitamin D for adults and 400 IU for the kids. It’s very rare that we get sick, and if we do, it lingers maybe for a couple of days. Our 3 kids who are exposed to sick kids at school daily, rarely get sick.

For what it’s worth, I feel more comfortable for my family to allow the body to heal itself by supporting its efforts through deep nutrition, exercise, decreasing exposure toxins, and plenty of sleep.

Please check with your own healthcare providers for their recommendations and professional opinions. I would love to hear your feedback on this subject.

Balance yourself naturally.

Candi Elm

July 1, 2009
It’s Really Hot/108 degrees
Palm Springs, CA

I think weather can trigger emotions in us. When its cold or extremely hot, we can take on a new behavior. Maybe not on purpose, but it happens. So we to take extra measures to keep our bodies balanced.

In my article 7 signs to hormone balance, you will get a glimpse of what many women go through. Here is the first paragraph.

Do you sometimes feel like you just can’t get through the day because you are tired? Are there days when you just want to shut yourself in your room and cry and you don’t know why? Do you have weeks when your menses won’t end, and you wonder what is going on? When you tell your Doctor, do you feel like they are dismissing your symptoms or feelings?

YOU ARE NOT ALONE!!

When you sign up at my face book page you will receive the full free report. http://tinyurl.com/7signs

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Balance yourself naturally,

Candi Elm

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Warm and Sunny

Palm Springs, Ca

Estrogen dominance can contribute to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome in various ways. One theory is best summarized as a vicious cycle that is sent into motion by stress. Stress can cause estrogen to become the dominance hormone i the bodily by depleting progesterone levels. The resulting situation of estrogen dominance then leads to additional stress caused by the consequential copper and zinc imbalance.

An imbalance of copper and zinc can contribute to moodiness, irritability, and depression. All very fatiguing emotions. According to Dr. John Lee M.D., “A women who has been cauaght in this type of cyle for a few years will eventually find herself in a constant state of “wired but tired, ” which will eventually result in dysfunctional adreanal glands, blood sugar imbalances, and debilitating fatigue that may be diagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.”

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