The Healthy Way to Cleaner Fruits & Vegetables!
You can make this mix at home just as easily! Try this recipe to clean your fruits & vegetables that are often packed right at the fields. This wash can help remove harmful chemicals & wax from used during processing!
FRUIT & VEGGIE WASH
1 TBSP lemon juice
2 TBSP Baking Soda
¾ cup Vinegar
8 oz water
10 drops grapeseed extract
Combine the above ingredients to create a fresh, clean spray to wash those fruits & veggies!
Monday, June 1, 2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Acupuncture For Low Back Pain Research
Highlights of the Article
The latest study, sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, finds that a seven-week course of acupuncture helped many patients ease the pain of chronic lower back pain. The study is published in the Archives of Internal Medicine.
The patients who volunteered for the study all ranked their chronic low back pain as at least a 3 on a scale of zero to 10. Researchers divided the patients into several groups. Some received the usual care for their back pain: medicine and checkups at their doctors. Other groups had the usual care — and also got acupuncture.
"Most people got better," explains researcher Dan Cherkin, a senior investigator at Group Health Center for Health Studies in Seattle. "It's just that the people who got acupuncture were more likely to do better."
About 40 percent of the usual care group saw improvements. About 60 percent of the acupuncture group improved.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Here come the Summer Sandals!
Keep your feet healthy by learning to recognize and treat common foot problems.
Bunion
A bony bump at the base of the big toe, a bunion causes that toe to deviate toward the others. Throwing foot bones out of alignment and producing the characteristic bump at the joint's base, a bunion can be very painful due to pressure or arthritis, and may also lead to corns. Pain relievers, pads to cushion the bunion, custom shoe inserts, or surgery may help, as will wearing roomy shoes and avoiding high heels.
Corns and Calluses
Friction causes the thick, hardened, dead skin of corns and calluses, which form to protect sensitive skin. Appearing cone–shaped, corns point into the skin, and usually occur on areas that bear little weight. Calluses may appear anywhere there's friction, and are more diffuse. Both may be caused by ill–fitting shoes and will fade when friction stops. Moleskin pads can help relieve a corn; calluses can be trimmed or surgically corrected.
Gout
A form of arthritis, gout is characterized by sudden pain, redness, swelling, and stiffness, usually in the large joint of the big toe. Gout can also occur in the foot, ankle, or knees. and is caused by too much uric acid (UA) in the blood, which can form hard crystals in joints. Attacks can last days or weeks, and may be treated with anti–inflammatories or UA–lowering medication. Talk to your doctor about diet changes that help break down UA.
Plantar Warts
Plantar warts are tough, horny growths that develop on the soles of the feet. Contagious, they're caused by a virus entering through broken skin, and often spread via public pools and showers. Plantar warts are harmless and can be left untreated, but in many cases they're too painful to ignore. Topical salicylic acid may help, while burning, freezing, laser therapy, and surgical removal are more aggressive options for more severe cases.
Athlete's Foot
A fungal infection that can cause peeling, redness, itching, burning, and sometimes blisters and sores, athlete's foot is mildly contagious, passed by direct contact or by walking barefoot in areas such as locker rooms, or near pools. The fungi then grow in shoes, especially tight ones without air circulation. Athlete's foot is usually treated with topical antifungal lotions or oral medications for more severe cases.
Fungal Nail Infection
Occuring when microscopic fungi enter through a break in the nail, a fungal infection can make your nails thick, discolored and brittle. If left untreated, the nail infection won't go away — and can be hard to treat. Thriving in warm, wet places, the fungi can be spread from person to person. Topical creams may help mild cases.
Hammertoe
When toe muscles get out of balance, they can cause painful toe problems. While some people are prone to hammertoe, other risks include tight footwear. Hammertoe generally causes the middle joint of the toe to bend downward, with toes appearing raised near the foot. Well–fitted footwear with the correct amount of space in the toe box, shoe supports, and surgery may offer relief.
Ingrown Toenail
A toenail that has grown into the skin, an ingrown toenail can result in pain, redness, swelling, even infection. Cutting nails too short or not straight across, injury to the toenail, and wearing tight shoes are culprits. For mild cases, soak the foot in warm water, keep it clean, and wedge a small piece of cotton under the corner of the ingrown nail to lift it off the skin. Minor surgery can remove all or part of the nail.
Flatfoot (Pes Planus)
Flatfoot is characterized by the sole of the foot coming into complete or near–complete contact with the ground. It may be inherited, caused by an injury, or by a condition, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Flatfoot symptoms are rare, though weight gain, ill–fitting shoes, or excessive standing may cause pain. Treatment includes foot–strengthening exercises, and shoes with good arch support or orthotics.
Bunion
A bony bump at the base of the big toe, a bunion causes that toe to deviate toward the others. Throwing foot bones out of alignment and producing the characteristic bump at the joint's base, a bunion can be very painful due to pressure or arthritis, and may also lead to corns. Pain relievers, pads to cushion the bunion, custom shoe inserts, or surgery may help, as will wearing roomy shoes and avoiding high heels.
Corns and Calluses
Friction causes the thick, hardened, dead skin of corns and calluses, which form to protect sensitive skin. Appearing cone–shaped, corns point into the skin, and usually occur on areas that bear little weight. Calluses may appear anywhere there's friction, and are more diffuse. Both may be caused by ill–fitting shoes and will fade when friction stops. Moleskin pads can help relieve a corn; calluses can be trimmed or surgically corrected.
Gout
A form of arthritis, gout is characterized by sudden pain, redness, swelling, and stiffness, usually in the large joint of the big toe. Gout can also occur in the foot, ankle, or knees. and is caused by too much uric acid (UA) in the blood, which can form hard crystals in joints. Attacks can last days or weeks, and may be treated with anti–inflammatories or UA–lowering medication. Talk to your doctor about diet changes that help break down UA.
Plantar Warts
Plantar warts are tough, horny growths that develop on the soles of the feet. Contagious, they're caused by a virus entering through broken skin, and often spread via public pools and showers. Plantar warts are harmless and can be left untreated, but in many cases they're too painful to ignore. Topical salicylic acid may help, while burning, freezing, laser therapy, and surgical removal are more aggressive options for more severe cases.
Athlete's Foot
A fungal infection that can cause peeling, redness, itching, burning, and sometimes blisters and sores, athlete's foot is mildly contagious, passed by direct contact or by walking barefoot in areas such as locker rooms, or near pools. The fungi then grow in shoes, especially tight ones without air circulation. Athlete's foot is usually treated with topical antifungal lotions or oral medications for more severe cases.
Fungal Nail Infection
Occuring when microscopic fungi enter through a break in the nail, a fungal infection can make your nails thick, discolored and brittle. If left untreated, the nail infection won't go away — and can be hard to treat. Thriving in warm, wet places, the fungi can be spread from person to person. Topical creams may help mild cases.
Hammertoe
When toe muscles get out of balance, they can cause painful toe problems. While some people are prone to hammertoe, other risks include tight footwear. Hammertoe generally causes the middle joint of the toe to bend downward, with toes appearing raised near the foot. Well–fitted footwear with the correct amount of space in the toe box, shoe supports, and surgery may offer relief.
Ingrown Toenail
A toenail that has grown into the skin, an ingrown toenail can result in pain, redness, swelling, even infection. Cutting nails too short or not straight across, injury to the toenail, and wearing tight shoes are culprits. For mild cases, soak the foot in warm water, keep it clean, and wedge a small piece of cotton under the corner of the ingrown nail to lift it off the skin. Minor surgery can remove all or part of the nail.
Flatfoot (Pes Planus)
Flatfoot is characterized by the sole of the foot coming into complete or near–complete contact with the ground. It may be inherited, caused by an injury, or by a condition, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Flatfoot symptoms are rare, though weight gain, ill–fitting shoes, or excessive standing may cause pain. Treatment includes foot–strengthening exercises, and shoes with good arch support or orthotics.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Sinus Pain?
A Natural Treatment for Stuffy noses, Allergies & Colds!
Got a stuffy nose from allergies or a cold? Nasal irrigation may help. Here's how it works: you pour a saline solution into one nostril. As it flows through your nasal cavity into the other nostril, it washes out mucus and allergens. Here are the steps.
Step 1: Decide What You'll Need
To do nasal irrigation, you'll need a container and saline solution. You can buy prefilled containers, or opt for a bulb syringe or neti pot. All are available at drugstores. Some people cup their hands and sniff the saline solution into their nostril, though that may be harder to do for a beginner.
Step 2: Mix the Saline Solution
If you choose a prefilled bottle, skip this step. Otherwise, you can buy a saline solution powder and follow the directions on the label or make your own. Start with one to two cups of warm (not hot) tap water. Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of non-iodized salt and a pinch of baking soda to soften the effect of the salt.
Step 3: Get in Position
If you are using a squeeze bottle, neti pot, or syringe, lean forward over the sink, at about a 45-degree angle. Tilt your head so that one nostril is pointed down toward the sink. Don't tilt your head back.
Step 4: Pour in the Saline Solution
Place the spout of a neti pot or the tip of a syringe or squeeze bottle just inside your nose. The tip should go in no further than a finger’s width. Keeping your mouth open, squeeze the bulb syringe or bottle or tilt the pot to pour the water into your nostril. Remember to breathe through your mouth, not your nose.
Step 5: Let It Drain
The salt water will run through your nasal passages and drain out of your other nostril and maybe your mouth. You should spit it out and not swallow it. But if some does go down your throat it won’t hurt you.
Step 6: Clear Your Nose and Repeat
Gently blow your nose to clear out the remaining solution. Repeat the procedure with your other nostril. After you’ve finished, be sure you discard any remaining solution and thoroughly clean the items you used. Store them in a clean dry place to use again.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Manual Therapy & Acupuncture for TMD
Clinical Research
TMD - Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction
Symptoms include:
Participants of the study included 15 men and 34 women with the average age of 30.47. With 20 minutes of Acupuncture followed by muscle release & manipulation techniques of the medial pterygoid masseter and temporalis muscles on the involved side or both sides after Acupuncture.
Results - This combination treatment showed a significant decrease in pain
Symptoms include:
- Pain
- Limited range of motion for mouth opening
- Crepitus (the grating, crackling or popping sounds and sensations experienced under the skin & joints)
- Clicking sounds
Participants of the study included 15 men and 34 women with the average age of 30.47. With 20 minutes of Acupuncture followed by muscle release & manipulation techniques of the medial pterygoid masseter and temporalis muscles on the involved side or both sides after Acupuncture.
Results - This combination treatment showed a significant decrease in pain
- 36.9% after 1 week
- 70% after 4 weeks
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Women's Health & Acupuncture!
Chinese medicine, including Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, is a natural, safe and effective approach to restore and maintain the body and mind to their optimal functions and lead to a person’s overall health and wellness. It has been used for centuries in the treatment of gynecological conditions in all the phases of a woman’s life. Acupuncture, frequently combined with Chinese Medicine, is widely recognized worldwide to be effective in the treatment of:
- Menstrual Irregularities
- Infertility
- Morning Sickness
- Breech Fetal Presentation
- Postpartum Recovery
- Lactation Difficulties
- Menopausal Syndrome
Call for a complimentary consultation to discuss with our specialist how Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine may be able to help you, your friends and your family.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Tips for Bone Health!
Patients are encouraged to:
- Drink fewer caffeinated beverages, which can interfere with calcium absorption. Calcium is essential to our bone health.
- We should have plenty of natural light to supplement the production of Vitamin D and if not achievable by natural light then we recommend taking 400-800 IU of Vitamin D daily (see our wide selection of vitamins for your health at www.drssandhu.nutrametrix.com. Order now!
- During daily exercise you should be doing some weight bearing exercises, such as, walking, lifting weights, dancing or playing tennis to help with bone stability and health
- Cigarette Smoking and excessive alcohol intake are both discouraged as they have detrimental effects on bone health. We offer an effective "Quit Smoking" program @ Berryessa Hills Chiropractic, Acupuncture & Massage and invite you to visit our site http://www.mychirospa.com/quitsmoking.htm for more information!
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