Western medicine often gets a bad rap when you are confronted with a life threating illness. It's easy to blame western medicine but blame often leads to tucking your tale and dying. It's important to note, that western medicine does save lives. It's saved Elizabeth numerous times. However, Holistic medicine is misunderstood and denied by so many because western society doesn't know much better. We aren't looking to tell anyone what they should or shouldn't do, but we do want to share our journey and the effects Holistic treatment has, in hopes it could help others and save a life or two......
can we allow our bodies to heal itself? We hope to find out.
Baclofen is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury/disease).
It is thought that benzodiazepines work by enhancing the activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. Clonazepam is used to treat certain seizure disorders..
Fluoxetine is used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, a certain eating disorder (bulimia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder).
Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults.
This medication is used for certain patients who have symptoms of low blood pressure when standing. It's a drug that can be used to treat people with disorders of the autonomic nervous system which include low blood pressure, neuro-cardiogenic syncope (fainting) and postural tachycardia syndrome.
Droxidopa is used to treat symptoms of low blood pressure when standing, caused by a certain medical condition (neurogenic orthostatic hypotension-NOH). This medication can lessen symptoms of low blood pressure when standing (orthostatic hypotension), such as dizziness, lightheadedness, or the "feeling that you are about to black out." Droxidopa is used by people whose daily activities are severely affected by this condition, even after other treatments are used.
Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers).
Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
a massage therapist rubs and kneads the soft tissues of your body. The soft tissues include muscle, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and skin. The massage therapist varies the amount of pressure and movement.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a well-established treatment for decompression sickness, a potential risk of scuba diving. Other conditions treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy include:
Healing power of Epsom salt have been circulating for centuries, says Dr. Umeda. Users typically dissolve Epsom salt in bath water to release magnesium and sulfate ions and reap the benefits.
Acupuncture is said to be useful in addressing a variety of health conditions.
A nutrient your body needs to form blood vessels, cartilage, muscle and collagen in bones. Vitamin C is also vital to your body's healing process.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps protect your cells against the effects of free radicals — molecules produced when your body breaks down food or is exposed to tobacco smoke and radiation from the sun, X-rays or other sources. Free radicals might play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases. Vitamin C also helps your body absorb iron.
Fi oil is the fat or oil that’s extracted from fish tissue.
It usually comes from oily fish such as herring, tuna, anchovies, and mackerel. However. it’s also sometimes produced from the livers of other fish, as is the case with cod liver oil. It's good to eating 1–2 portions of fish per week. This is because the omega-3 fatty acids in fish has great health benefits. It's a great protection against a number of diseases.
Fish oil helps support the heart, brain function and reduces inflammation
Magnesium plays an important role in sleep. BUT be careful.
Too much magnesium from foods isn't of concern for healthy adults. However, high levels from supplements can be a concern. High doses of magnesium from supplements or medications can cause nausea, abdominal cramping and diarrhea.
Low magnesium levels usually don't cause symptoms. However, chronically low levels can increase the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis.
This is a balancing act.
Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. Turmeric is native to Southeast Asia but is popular all over the world. It is perhaps most popular in India. It's a traditional reliever of arthritis, supporter of eye health, Kidney health, and treatment for diseases like cancer, as it prevents disease cells from multiplying.
Omega - 7 is a newly discovered way to lower CRP is via palmitoleic acid, a monounsaturated omega-7 oil found predominantly in macadamia nuts and full-fat dairy. In addition to fighting inflammation, omega-7 reduces bad cholesterol, raises the good HDL and helps combat insulin resistance. It's also has beneficial effects for hair, skin, nails, gastrointestinal health, cardiovascular health and Mucous membrane. Great overall benefits.
B-12 helps alleviate depression or reduce the effects. It helps combat muscular degeneration, and great for the health of your brain
Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs for building and maintaining healthy bones. That's because your body can only absorb calcium, the primary component of bone, when vitamin D is present. Vitamin D also regulates many other cellular functions in your body. Its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and neuroprotective properties support immune health, muscle function and brain cell activity.
Each of the items below were suggested by a dietary or holistic professional.
Improves brain function, reduces bad breath, a fighter against cancer agents in the body, a defense against type 2 diabetes, Prevents cardiovascular disease.
This is the crown jewel in herbal tea.
Excellent source of nutrients, manganese, iron, copper,. The bioactive compounds can help with overall health, excellent nutrient for the heart and a booster for your mood.
Soothes and relaxes your body, helps with anxiety. Caution, it can create headaches in some people.
This liver cleanse was prescribed by a Holistic Doctor. This led quickly to extreme fatigue, nausea, and intense headaches.
Byron White formula. This was supposed to be an herb that helped boost her immune system. We believe it was something the Dr. prescribed to everyone. Elizabeth ended up in the ER. She had severe sleep disruption, increased pain in her stomach. We noticed mood swings and memory disturbances. Not good from our point of view.
Juicing is better than eating whole fruits & vegetables because the body can absorb nutrients better & it gives your digestive system a rest from digesting fiber. Juicing can reduce certain risk factors, boost your immune system, remove toxins from your body, aid digestion & help you lose weight. Pretty good reason to Juice
A naturally sweet mixture. Add a teaspoon of Whole Earth Greens and Amino Energy Electrolytes. The powerful punch of Nutrients and Vitamins
This is a difficult juice to eat, adding too much ginger can make it over barring. It's a great source for nutrients.
My favorite. just about 1/4 inch of ginger and the flavor is nice
Bok Choy has a ton of liquid produced.
This is in no way a directive. We are sharing the items we have tried and are trying. We are learning about medications, herbs, vitamins, and treatments. Sharing the information so you can ask the questions.
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Joe Cross is an Australian entrepreneur, author, filmmaker, and plant-based diet advocate who promotes juicing. He is most known for his documentary Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead in which he tells the story of his 60-day juice fast. He is the founder and CEO of Reboot with Joe, a health and lifestyle brand.
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