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September 1, 2008 - Vol. 19, Issue 7
Healthy Update
provides the latest news, expert articles and resources on wellness, healthy
living, and integrative medicine. A weekly service of HealthWorld Online since 1997.
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Fall Wellness Certification Teleclasses Begin Sept. 10 & 11
The next Wellness Inventory Certification Trainings will begin on September 10 and 11 and will each run for 13 weeks. The goal of the certification training is to focus on the participants own personal development, while creating competence in delivering the Wellness Inventory (www.WellPeople.com), a holistic assessment and life-balance program, to individual, group, and organizational clients. Created for wellness coaches, health practitioners, and wellness professionals, the training is approved by the International Coach Federation for 20 CCEUs. Daytime and evening classes. Payment plans available. The training will be conducted as a live phone teleclass.
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Allergies: Stress makes them worse
Stress and anxiety can make allergies worse. It can also mean the allergy – such as hay fever - lasts longer. Researchers made the discovery when they tested 28 hay fever sufferers while they were subject to different stress levels. View
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Vitamin D: Half of all children are deficient
Children today just don't get out enough. As a result, more than half of all infants and toddlers are low in their levels of vitamin D and, even at their young age, their bones are beginning to suffer.
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Wisdom Natural Brands Announces New Sweetleaf Sweetener
Wisdom Natural Brands - the Stevia market leader—announced today that an independent panel of scientists has awarded the company’s SweetLeaf® Brand Stevia self-affirmed GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status pursuant to federal regulations. In recognition of the serious nature of the introduction of SweetLeaf® Sweetener™ for use as a food ingredient, Wisdom has also obtained a concurring opinion.
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| EDITOR'S PICK - WHAT
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A Second Opinion on Health You Can Trust & Use With Confidence
What Doctors Don't Tell You is a monthly journal that gives you the knowledge you need to lead a healthy life. It is s the complete review of health problems and safer, proven ways of treatingthem - what works and what doesn't work in conventional and complementary/alternative medicine (CAM). WDDTY's in-depth research and insights have earned the highest praise from all over the world. National
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authorities deliberately covering up the truth about MMR vaccine dangers.
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| WELLNESS & HEALTHY LIVING
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Continuing our Wellness Journey - Breathing
This week our journey focuses on Breathing, the second of 12 keys to wellness in the Wellness Inventory. We can survive for many weeks without food, several days without water, but without air, life ceases in a matter of minutes. When the air is clear, your lungs strong, your body relaxed, and your mind at peace, you experience total wellbeing. Unfortunately, this ideal is seldom realized....
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Simply Well - "Become a Beginner—Simplify" - John W. Travis, MD, MPH
Wellness is realized by being present and unburdening yourself of all that prevents a natural state of basic healthiness. In "Become a Beginner--Simplify" John W. Travis, M.D., M.P.H., explains why being well involves becoming more simple. He offers suggestions to get you thinking and moving like a beginner.
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Staying Healthy Tips: "10 Tips on Staying Healthy with Autumn" - Elson Haas, MD.
Open up to the harvest of your year and be willing to work hard and discipline yourself as you head into a new season. In "10 Tips on Staying Healthy with Autumn" Elson M. Haas, M.D. offers you some timely suggestions. View more
Peak Vitality - "Dancing with the Five Rhythms of Nature" - Donna Eden
"Of the many systems that sort people into one category or another, the Chinese five-rhythms approach has the advantage of being grounded in the person's core bioenergies," says author, teacher and energy medicine pioneer, Donna Eden in her chapter 'Dancing with the Five Rhythms of Nature,' in the new book, Peak Vitality: Raising the Threshold of the Abundance in Our Material, Spiritual, and Emotional Lives. "At the same time, it tells you a great deal about that individual's health challenges, personality, and spiritual journey. When I look at a person's energy field, it is characterized by a distinct vibration that corresponds precisely with at least one of the elements described by the ancient Chinese physicians." Get your copy of Peak Vitality in our store today!
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| AUDIO: BREATHING FOR SELF HEALING - ANDREW WEIL, MD
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Complete Breathing Course with Andrew Weil, MD
The health you enjoy today, and for the rest of your life, begins with your next breath. In fact, breathing is so crucial to your body's ability to heal and sustain itself that Dr. Andrew Weil says: "If I had to limit my advice on healthier living to just one tip, it would be simply to learn how to breathe correctly." On Breathing: The Master Key to Self Healing, listeners will learn a complete course of eight breathing exercises that Dr. Weil uses in his own life, and has prescribed to hundreds of patients er the past two decades, Dr. Weil reports that these breathing exercises get more favorable response from patients than anything else he teaches.
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The Ultimate in Beauty Self-Care
Finally - a revolutionary new technology that reduces facial wrinkles, lines and discoloration in 10 minutes! It is a natural, safe, painless and cost-effective alternative to cosmetic
enhancements that dramatically turns back the hands of time in the privacy of your home. The patented galvanic system cleanses, detoxifies, hydrates and moisturizes the skin deeper than any topically applied skin care
product. After one treatment and before your own eyes it produces its signature lift and youthful radiant glow. Combining both art and science the galvanic system brings rapid and beautiful results to the face and neck
- fitting into and enhancing any beauty regimen. Entrepreneurial opportunities. Call 310 823-9753 or email
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From Fatigued to Fantastic - "Q and A on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia" - Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D.
In "Q and A on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia with Jacob Teitelbaum, M.D. - #19" Dr. Teitelbaum explains that with fibromyalgia it is important to get 7-9 hours of solid sleep without waking or hangover. He lists a number of different sleeping aids that can be adjusted, as needed.
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Dr. Christine Horner's Natural Secrets for Breast Health - "Breast Health Tip #12: Exercise"
In "Breast Health Tip #12: Exercise" Christine Horner, M.D., F.A.C.S explains why if you exercise regularly during your teen years your risk of breast cancer will be 30% lower for the rest of your life. But it is never too late to begin exercising. If you start regularly participating in invigorating movements as an adult and keep it up, you can drop your risk of breast cancer by 30-50%.
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Integrator Blog - Bhaswati Bhattacharya, MD: Lessons from an Ayurvedic Experience of Sustainable Integration
Here in the United States, hospitals and health systems have had some troubles developing business models which sustainable integrate complementary and alternative services with conventional medicine. This 12 point plan describes characteristics of an ayurvedic center in India which has been economically viable for 65 years.
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"The Integrator Blog" offers News, Reports, Opinions and Networking for the Business, Education, Policy and Practice of Integrative Medicine, CAM and Integrative Health Care, from Publisher/Editor John Weeks.
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Raw Food Materia Medica - "Carrots" - Brigitte Mars
Carrot is a member of the Parsley Family. Carrots strengthen the stomach, spleen, liver and lungs. Carrots have been used to treat acne, asthma, bladder stones, cancer, catarrh, colitis, constipation, cough, cystitis, diarrhea, dry skin, eczema, gall stones, gastritis, gout, indigestion, high cholesterol, indigestion, irritable bowel, jaundice, kidney stones, obesity, parasites, pyorrhea, sore throat, tonsillitis, toxemia, ulcers and vision problems such as dry eyes, Bitot's spots and night blindness.
Carrots are antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, astringent, diuretic, galactagogue (increase mother's milk), laxative, liver tonic and a urinary antiseptic. View More
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Nutrition Tips - "Red Meat" - Elson Haas, MD
In "Red Meats" Elson M. Haas, M.D. acknowledges that the "red meats" are probably the most controversial of the food categories. It is very clear that an excess of meat in the diet can cause all kinds of problems, but many doctors recommend red meats as a good source for protein and iron. Dr.
Haas covers beef, pork and lamb, and offers ten principles for using meat in the diet.
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Mind Over Matter - "Whole Person Cancer Care: An Extraordinary Opportunity at a Critical Juncture" - Barry Bittman, MD
MIND OVER MATTER
There is a need for our nation's healthcare system to encourage the development of synergistic strategies that fill the voids that serve to undermine healing. In "Whole Person Cancer Care: An Extraordinary Opportunity at a Critical Juncture" Barry Bittman, M.D. discusses normally overlooked aspects of a treatment program, particularly for cancer patients. These include learning to develop a healthy belief system, building and maintaining support networks, discovering one's meaning and purpose in life, and restoring an ongoing sense of hope.
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Music and Wellness - "The Healing Power of the Drum - Part II: Drumming and Parkinson's Disease"
The magical, sacred drum has extraordinary power to touch something deep and powerful within all. The sounds awaken our spirits and speak to our most primal and truest selves. In "The Healing Power of the Drum - Part II: Drumming and Parkinson's Disease" Robert Lawrence Friedman relates how patients with trouble initiating movement found the rhythms helped them get started.
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Could Your Mind Be Keeping You Fat?
Our newsletter provides the information you need to help you lose pound after pound of unwanted fat. But here's one trick to achieving optimal weight: You have to follow the program. An article in The Journal of Family Practice (June 2006) suggests doctors recommend hypnosis for this issue. We wholeheartedly agree. Read more about the hypnosis program we recommend most. View More
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Featured Events
Living with Intention Workshops
Boston/Cape Cod, MA USA - October 31-Nov 2, 2008
Organization: Living The Field
Contact: cs@livingthefield.com or by phone (International +44 870 444 9886)
Website: http://www.theintentionworkshops.com
'Living with Intention' is the first of a series of workshops being held by
Lynne McTaggart, author of bestsellers The Field and The Intention
Experiment. The workshops bring together the latest discoveries of quantum
physics with spiritual practices in an exciting new synthesis for conscious
living. They will teach you how to harness the power of intention in your
everyday life and become your own master of intention.
Upcoming Health &
Wellness Events
Medical Wellness Forum
Leading the Integration of Medicine and Wellness
Las Vegas, NV, USA
September 9-11, 2008
Contact: Chris Breuleux at Info@medicalwellnessassociation.com
Website: http://www.medicalwellnessa
ssociation.com
Symposium of Integrative Medicine
Professionals in the Land of Enchantment (SIMPLE)
Embody Nature, Redefine Health
Santa Fe, New Mexico USA
October 13-15, 2008
Sweeny Convention Center, Santa Fe
Website: http://hsc.unm.edu/som/cf
l/simpleConf.shtml
Contact: Office of the CME - University of New Mexico - 505-272-3942
Building Bridges of Integration for TCM
Transformation: Nurturing the Healers, Healing the Patients
Chantilly, VA, USA
Oct. 30-Nov 1, 2008
Contact: TCM World Foundation - 212-274-1079
Web site: www.tcmconference.org
Open Your Heart in Paradise
Two Hawaiian Retreats with Ram Dass and Friends
Hawaii (Big Island) USA
November 5-10, 2008
Hawaii (Molokai) USA
December 10-15, 2008
Contact: Ram Dass Center for Spiritual Studies - 760-228-1717
Consumer Health World
Arlington, VA USA
Hyatt Regency
December 8-18, 2009
Contact: Transmarx, LLC - 804-266-7422
Website: http://www.consumerhealthworld.com
Integrative Healthcare
Symposium
New York City, NY USA
Hilton New York and Towers
February 19-21, 2009
Contact: Diversified Business Communications - 207.842.5500
Website: http://www.ihsymposiu
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For more leading health events visit www.healthcalendar.com
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