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Showing posts with label Health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Health. Show all posts

Saturday, June 18, 2011

A Miracle Worker!



The Wet-Stop3 enuresis alarm teaches nighttime dryness using an alarm attached to the pajamas near the ear and a moisture sensor held onto ordinary close-fitting cloth underwear. The alarm is attached using a magnet that holds the unit onto the neck of the shirt.
The moisture sensor is threaded under the child's shirt and is secured to tight fitting cotton underwear using the quick-clip jaw sensor. The sensor is attached to the outside of the child's underwear where they would first wet.
The Wet-Stop3 alarm reacts to moisture, teaching the child to stop the flow of urine. When the alarm senses wetness, it alternates on intermittent sound sequence and pulsed vibration when the sound/vibration mode is activated. Sound only or pulsed vibration only can also be selected.


I know this is a common issue that is rarely talked about. But I just had to share what this product has done for our family. Our daughter used to have to wear pull-ups every night & as some of you can relate, that can be very costly. Her pediatrician recommended this to us & said that it worked for his son. So we decided to give it a try, since nothing else we tried was working. In about a months time, she was trained to get up & go potty instead of wetting the bed & now she doesn't need to wear pullups! She has been dry now for a couple of months & doesn't even need the alarm anymore!  If this has been an issue for your child, I highly recommend giving this a try.

http://www.bedwettingstore.com/WET-STOP3-Bedwetting-Alarm-with-Sound-Vibration.html

You can also find it on Amazon


Saturday, June 04, 2011

If you crave this...This is what your body needs:

If you crave this…What you really need is…And here are healthy foods that have it:
  • Chocolate
MagnesiumRaw nuts and seeds, legumes, fruits
  • Sweets
ChromiumBroccoli, grapes, cheese, dried beans, chicken

CarbonFresh fruits

PhosphorusChicken, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, legumes, grains

SulfurCranberries, horseradish, cruciferous vegetables, kale, cabbage

TryptophanCheese, raisins, sweet potato, spinach, turkey
  • Bread, toast
NitrogenHigh protein foods: fish, meat, nuts, beans
  • Oily snacks, fatty foods
CalciumMustard and turnip greens, broccoli, kale, legumes, cheese, sesame
  • Coffee or tea
PhosphorousChicken, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, legumes

SulfurEgg yolks, red peppers, muscle protein, garlic, onion, cruciferous vegetables

NaCl (salt)Sea salt, apple cider vinegar (on salad)

IronMeat, fish and poultry, seaweed, greens, black cherries
  • Alcohol
ProteinMeat, poultry, seafood, dairy, nuts

AveninGranola, oatmeal

CalciumMustard and turnip greens, broccoli, kale, legumes, cheese, sesame

GlutamineSupplement glutamine powder for withdrawal, raw cabbage juice

PotassiumSun-dried black olives, potato peel broth, seaweed, bitter greens
  • Chewing ice
IronMeat, fish, poultry, seaweed, greens, black cherries
  • Burned food
CarbonFresh fruits
  • Soda and other carbonated drinks
CalciumMustard and turnip greens, broccoli, kale, legumes, cheese, sesame
  • Salty foods
ChlorideRaw goat milk, fish, unrefined sea salt
  • Acid foods
MagnesiumRaw nuts and seeds, legumes, fruits
  • Preference for liquids rather than solids
WaterFlavor water with lemon or lime. You need 8 to 10 glasses per day.
  • Preference for solids rather than liquids
WaterYou have been so dehydrated for so long that you have lost your thirst. Flavor water with lemon or lime. You need 8 to 10 glasses per day.
  • Cool drinks
ManganeseWalnuts, almonds, pecans, pineapple, blueberries
  • Pre-menstrual cravings
ZincRed meats (especially organ meats), seafood, leafy vegetables, root vegetables
  • General overeating
SiliconNuts, seeds; avoid refined starches

TryptophanCheese, turkey, raisins, sweet potato, spinach

TyrosineVitamin C supplements or orange, green, red fruits and vegetables
  • Lack of appetite
Vitamin B1Nuts, seeds, beans, liver and other organ meats

Vitamin B3Tuna, halibut, beef, chicken, turkey, pork, seeds and legumes

ManganeseWalnuts, almonds, pecans, pineapple, blueberries

ChlorideRaw goat milk, unrefined sea salt

Monday, March 28, 2011

The Anti-Allergy Diet

by Victoria Stein Mar 25th 2011 11:00AM

With allergy season right around the corner, we've sought out the foods that will help ward off those itchy eyes and runny noses. Plus, a list of foods you should skip if you want to stay congestion-free.

Allergies are the immune system's reaction to generally safe substances in the environment (like ragweed and pollen). When allergens interact with immune cells in the blood, histamine and other allergic intermediaries are released into the bloodstream, causing familiar allergic reactions -- namely sneezing, wheezing, itchy eyes, skin rashes and stuffy congestion. Although no diet can prevent allergies all together, certain foods can help alleviate symptoms.

Red Wine, Apples and Onions
Quercetin, a flavonoid that helps the body fight against allergic inflammation by inhibiting the release of histamine, is found red wine, apples and onions. You can also get a dose of this ant-allergy antioxidant in berries, red grapes, black tea, broccoli and citrus fruits.

Grapefruits and Red Peppers
Vitamin C strengthens the immune system and decreases the production of histamine. Oranges, cantaloupe, papaya, strawberries, dark leafy green vegetables, and sweet potatoes are also good sources.

Mustard Greens
Mustard greens are a great source of beta-carotene and vitamins E and C, which fight inflammation, scavenge for free radicals and help break down histamine. Sauté mustard greens with olive oil and garlic or use them as you would any other dark leafy green.

Flaxseed, Walnuts and Salmon
Eating a diet rich in omega 3 fatty acids may help alleviate allergies by reducing inflammatory chemicals in the body. One German study showed that a high level of omega 3s in subjects' diet or red blood cells was associated with a decreased risk of hay fever. Other sources of this essential fatty acid include canola oil, pumpkin seeds, and cold-water fatty fish.

Brazil Nuts
Selenium is an essential mineral that is required in very small amounts. In the body it is incorporated into proteins to make important antioxidant enzymes that both strengthen the immune system and increase the effectiveness of vitamin C. Brazil nuts and tuna are among the best sources.

Green Tea
Green tea is rich in catechin, a polyphenol (antioxidant) that inhibits the enzyme that converts histidine to histamine. For maximum benefits, use loose tea leaves instead of tea bags and pair with fruit or vegetables high in vitamin C.

Cayenne Pepper
Hot, spicy foods thin mucous secretions which can help clear nasal passages. Try adding cayenne pepper, ginger, onion and garlic to your favorite dishes.

Garlic
Garlic inhibits certain enzymes that generate inflammatory compounds, has a kick just like cayenne, and is a good source of vitamin C.

Rosemary
Rosemary contains a substance called rosmarinic acid, a polyphenol that is believed to suppress allergic reactions and inflammation. Try adding rosemary to roast potatoes, marinades, and tomato sauces.

Tumeric
Tumeric, a member of the ginger family, boasts anti-inflammatory properties. A central ingredient in curries and other Indian dishes, tumeric can also be used as a flavor enhancer for fish, meat, vegetable and pasta recipes.

Sunflower Seeds
Sunflower seeds help suppress allergic reactions thanks to high levels of vitamin E and selenium. Vitamin E fights inflammation and selenium stimulates immune function.

In addition to choosing a diet rich in the allergy-fighting foods above, try to avoid pro-inflammatory, cross-reacting, and sensitive foods.

Pro-inflammatory foods increase inflammation, which may aggravate existing allergy symptoms. High-fat meats, fast food and packaged, baked goods are high in unhealthy fats (trans fats and saturated fats) and processed meats (hot dogs, sausage, bacon) contain chemicals called nitrates -- both of which are associated with increased inflammation. Even naturally occurring saturated fats, such as those found in meats, dairy and eggs, contain fatty acids called arachidonic acid, which may exacerbate inflammation in large quantities. Lean meats and low fat dairy products will not promote inflammation.

In the case of oral allergy syndrome, our bodies mistake a plant protein for pollen triggering a cross-reaction. People who suffer from ragweed allergies may experience similar symptoms when they eat certain seeds (sunflower), fruits (bananas, melon) and vegetables (cucumbers, zucchini), take the herb Echinacea, or drink chamomile tea. Individuals with grass pollen allergies may have difficulty eating melons, oranges, peaches, tomatoes and celery. And pollen from alder trees can cross-react with apples, cherries, peaches, pears, parsley, celery, almonds and hazelnuts.

To prevent or reduce allergy symptoms, stick with fresh, unprocessed foods and steer clear of any personal triggers.

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