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Wednesday, June 25, 2008

Salt Pipes for Respiratory Relief

A few years ago we visited the famous Wieliczka Salt Mine in Poland, they have have built a sanatorium underground for patients with respiratory complaints. For the visitor there is also an underground church built out of salt. It was very interesting and I can confirm you feel fantastic breathing in that salty air (even better than sea air) Well as popping down a salt-mine is not generally too handy you can now purchase "Salt Pipes". It is recommended to inhale from the pipe for 15 to 20 minutes daily learn more by clicking on either link below (US & UK)

Salt Pipe (UK)

Original Himalayan Crystal Salt Inhaler (US)

Can help to relieve:-
  • Asthma, Allergies
  • Sinus problem, Hay fever
  • Chest infections, Bronchitis, Emphysema, COPD
  • Persitent Cough and Sore throats
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Breathing difficulty, Shortness of breath
  • Respiratory problems caused by smoking

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Benefits of Aloe Vera

The benefits of aloe vera are manifold. Aloe vera is used to treat first-degree burns for speedy healing. Aloe vera is used to shrink warts and lessen the painful effects of shingles. The symptoms of psoriasis can be reduced with aloe vera. Taken orally, aloe also appears to work on heartburn, arthritis and rheumatism pain and asthma, and studies have shown that it has an effect on lowering blood sugar levels in diabetics. Other situations in which it appears to work when taken internally include congestion, intestinal worms, indigestion, stomach ulcers, colitis, hemorrhoids, liver problems such as cirrhosis and hepatitis, kidney infections, urinary tract infections, prostate problems, and as a general detoxifier. Lastly, many people who take aloe internally report just feeling better overall, which is in and of itself something of a testament to its remarkable properties.

Aloe Vera can trigger uterine contractions and must not be taken by pregnant women. Children should not be given aloe vera internally too.

Traditionally Aloe Vera has been consumed in liquid form, however Aloe Vera in capsule or tablet form has become popular recently as it is more convenient to carry and requires no refrigeration. Aloeride tablets have recently appeared on the market these have the extra benefit of removing the anthraquinones that are naturally present in aloe vera (which cause a laxative effect)

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Sunday, June 22, 2008

Aloe Vera Dessert

Originally uploaded by Food Trails.

Aloe Vera is rich in minerals, vitamins and fibre. Take a thick chunky leaf and cut away the exterior. The green sap from the peeled Aloe Vera should be rinsed away with water. The chunky cubes should then be boiled and sweetened with rock/cane sugar. Then chill the mixture of Aloe Vera and serve with ice cubes and lemon.

This soulds great but I haven't tried this yet, will let you know when I do!

Monday, June 09, 2008

AloeRide and Crohn’s disease

Article quoted from Prima Magazine:-
I’d been suffering with Crohn’s disease since my eldest daughter, now 19, was a baby. It was diagnosed after a year in which everything I ate seemed to go straight through me, and I was passing so much blood from ulcers in my colon that I was too weak to climb the stairs without sitting down for five minutes at the top to recover. For three years, Bekki and I were prisoners in our home. Not only did I lack the energy to go out, but I dreaded not being able to reach a toilet fast enough if I needed one. When I got pregnant with my second daughter, my symptoms subsided. Like many other autoimmune conditions, where the body attacks itself, Crohn’s goes into remission in pregnancy. But, the symptoms came back with a vengeance soon after Ashli, now 15, was born. Terrified of “accidents”if we were out,I started wearing huge pads, like nappies – and I couldn’t go to the supermarket without my husband, Richard, 52, in case I needed to run to the loo while at the checkout.
Eighteen months ago, things were so bad that my consultant wanted to take out a large part of my colon, and leave me with a colostomy bag instead. Desperate to find an alternative, I searched the Internet and came across an aloe vera remedy, Aloeride. It claimed to be able to reduce inflammation wherever it occurs, be it the skin (eczema), joints (arthritis), or the bowel (as in Crohn’s). Supplements were said to work best alongside other treatments, such as a change in diet, and traditional medicines, too.
The change the Aloeride capsules made was astounding. By the third day, I had no tummy pain (and I had lived with pain for nearly 20 years) and, within weeks, I was going to the loo less often, and gaining weight. The aloe vera in these capsules is so effective at fighting inflammation that if I ever burn myself while cooking, I break open a capsule and rub the oil in – and the redness fades instantly. When I next saw my doctor he agreed I no longer needed a colostomy, and an examination proved that my bowel was much healthier.
A year on, I’ve halved my medication, my weight has reached 8st, and I feel as if I’m on the brink of a new life. I’ve always dreamed of a career in social work, and now I feel ready to start a college course. Richard and the girls are as delighted with the new me as I am. I’m more independent, more energetic – and I look so much better, too!
Article quoted from www.primamagazine.co.uk
Always consult your medical practitioner

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Saturday, June 07, 2008

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Aloe Vera Page

US goverment Page on Aloe Vera http://nccam.nih.gov/health/aloevera/ . Read this for sober advice on Aloe Vera. I am an Aloe Vera enthusiast but freely confess I have no medical training. Always consult your medical practitioner.

Thursday, June 05, 2008

This will get you Flossing!

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