Solutions for Sores

You are feeling run down anyway, and on top of that, you feel a cold sore coming on... this familiar tingling on the lip, accompanied sometimes by swollen lymph glands under the lower jaw or on the neck. Something we certainly can do without. Intense sunshine or even a sip from an unclean glass (revulsion and disgust can incapacitate the immune system) can trigger them, or an existing infection somewhere in the body. Infections or inflammations require our immune systems’ full attention – thus depriving it of its abilities to fight other invaders. Therefore, the Herpes Virus has an easy time.
Stress can also facilitate the outbreak of the unwanted blisters – although the warm weather and sunshine are often associated with relaxation, many of us are planning their well-deserved summer holidays somewhere nice. However, before we finally can embark on the journey, our nerves are on edge: unfinished chores, suitcases to pack, wrong or cancelled travelling timetables or a missed bus to the airport can inhibit mental and physical immune defence. For some of us, even thinking out it can affect the immune system in a negative way.
Diet sometimes plays an important role – the amino acid Arginine aids the reproduction and growth of the Herpes Virus. Foods high in Arginine are chocolate, carob, nuts, wheat, meat, dairy, gelatine, meat (mainly chicken, beef and pork) and coconut. Coffee can also increase the flare-up of cold sores.
Do you suffer from regular outbreaks of cold sores and tend to bite your fingernails? In that case, you might have a calcium deficiency.
Research has shown that those who regularly suffer from cold sores are low in Vitamin B12. So, adding 250 mcg of Vitamin B12 as a daily dosage – preferably in a good Vitamin-B-Complex, together with Folic Acid – can prevent the onset of the sores.
Dabbing a bit of toothpaste on the spot (preferably over night) and let it dry in can be an effective first aid. Some sufferers swear by applying a drop of their urine – but this is certainly not everyone’s cup of tea. Propolis, one of Nature’s antiseptics – applied up to 5 times a day, can reduce healing time and pain intensity, especially when applied at the first tingle.
When you are prone to cold sores, boosting the immune is necessary. Lots of vitamins and a healthy diet will help. Additionally, a good Echinacea Remedy (e.g. Dr. Vogel’s Echinaforce) will help the immune defence. Hypericum – better known as St. John’s Wort – can help to combat the viral infection, e.g. the Herpes Simplex Virus which is responsible for cold sores, and general nerve pain. It can also help to relax and lift you up when you are feeling low. Hypericum, however, may interfere with certain other medication, so please consult your GP or pharmacist before using it.
The Herpes virus attaches itself to the top end of the nerves and can lie dormant in the body for a long time. As mentioned above, it can be trigged by a number of factors: Stress, fever, menstruation, drugs and also alcohol and nicotine, to name a few. Spagyric Medicine (a natural method of health care based on medicinal plants) offers very effective remedies which can eliminate the virus – active or dormant – for good.
Beat the blister.

Life in the Fast Lane...

"Think problems as speed bumps!
Rather than labeling the issues that come up during a typical work day as problems, think of them as speed bumps (speed breakers). An actual speed bump, as you know, is a low bump in a road designed to get your attention and slow you down. Depending on how you approach and deal with the bump, it can be a miserable, uncomfortable, even damaging experience, or it can simply be a temporary slow down – no big deal.
If you step on the gas, speed up, and tighten the wheel, for example, you’ll hit the bump with a loud thump! Your car may be damaged, you’ll make a great deal of noise, and you can even injure yourself. In addition, you’ll add unnecessary wear and tear to your car, and you’ll look foolish and obnoxious to other people.
If, however, you approach the bump softly and wisely, you’ll be over it in no time. You’ll suffer no adverse effects, and your car will be completely unaffected. Let’s face it. Either way, you’re likely to get over the bump.

Problems can be looked at in a similar light. Depending on how you approach and deal with the problem, it can be a miserable experience, or it can simply be a temporary slowdown – no big deal.

Approach the problems like speed bumps - softly and wisely."
Sri Prasath - GUIDANCE THROUGH VEDAS

Now in Abingdon

Just a short note that from July 13th onward I will be available at FITNESS IN TIME Lady's Gym, Audlett Drive, Abingdon

Macho Matcha for Menopause?

A friend of mine recently told me about her experiences with Matcha Powder which is ground Japanese Green Tea. Green Tea is renowned for its high contents of antioxidants and other health benefits. My friend started using Matcha Powder, not only for making tea, but also for mixing it in soups, sweets and breakfast cereals, and soon she was feeling a big relief from the symptoms of menopause she suffered from. Although the 'time' has not come for me yet, I have ordered a tin of Matcha Powder, and will definitely see what it can do for me :) Watch this space...

Study on Hypnosis and Breast Cancer - very interesting!

I read recently a very interesting article about a study on breast cancer and hypnosis, the article, courtesy of Health & Goodness. To read the full article click here.

The Dangers of Plastic Bottles

During my research about what could cause infertility, I came across some interesting reports that there might be a link between low or falling sperm counts, and even certain types of breast cancer, and Phthalates (substances which are added to plastic material to make it flexible and transparent, among other things). So, whenever possible, choose glass bottles and also be careful with childrens' toys and wrapping material. These phthalates can migrate into food etc, and children might chew on the packing material.

Are you thirsty or hungry?

If you want to shed a few pounds for summer, here is something that might be of help... If you start to feel hungry, drink a glass of water and wait 10 minutes. Of course, you should not skip meals, but your brain might actually be telling you that you need to have fluids instead of solids.

Wet socks for Sleepless Nights...

Did you know that wet socks are a proven and tested remedy for sleeping problems? Dip a pair of thin, comfortable knee-high socks made of cotton in cold water and put them on. Wrap your feet losely in a bath towel and leave on overnight. You might also benefit from this procedure if you suffer from cold feet. Good night!