Saunas

September 24, 2019 malikcotter

The use of sauna is a major part of most detox programs because the “heat stress” of a sauna is very effective in releasing toxins from fat cells.
Saunas may be either dry or wet.

For a dry sauna, no moisture is added to the sauna room. Electricity is used to generate infrared heat. Dry saunas stimulate vasodilation of peripheral blood vessels and increase cardiovascular activity, which helps the body rid itself of more toxins. Saunas speed up all metabolism in the body and inhibit the replication of pathogenic organisms, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune response is also strengthened because the number of leukocytes (a type of white blood cell) in the blood is increased.

Steam is used in wet saunas. A steam generator or water poured over the heated rocks may be used to provide steam. The steam raises the body temperature quickly and is beneficial for arthritic pain and upper respiratory conditions. The humid heat helps the skin.

Dry saunas are recommended because they increase sweating and so speed detoxification. A complete sauna cleansing program should include exercise, time in a dry sauna, and a cleansing shower followed by a massage or physical therapy.

The information on this handout is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For more information pertaining to your personal needs, please see a qualified health practitioner.

Principle Sources of Toxicity

September 15, 2019 malikcotter

Environmental toxins/Airborne pollutants; heavy metals, smoke, pollution, gas fumes, etc.
Food and drink: poisons, additives, the processing of the foods, chemicalized water, etc.
Micro-organisms; bacteria, viruses, parasites, mold, etc. and their toxic waste materials.
The chemical structures of pharmaceutical drugs and some recreational drugs.
Endotoxins; the digestion of food, drink and the waste that’s created by metabolism. Oxidation and free radicals.
Poor hygienic lifestyle
Stress overload; physical, mental, and emotional; relationship, health or financial
Mercury based dental amalgams
Mercury in seafood and the poisons of shellfish
Pesticides and herbicides
Insecticides in the living quarters
Chemical solvents
Emotional trauma as in the death of a family member or close friend, a failed relationship, etc.
Insect and animal bites
Taking the incorrect medications or medications that have been over-prescribed
Polluted water swimming and bathing
Toxic paint and inks; either breathing it in or on one’s body
Alcohol
Insomnia

Best Alkaline Foods

September 10, 2019 malikcotter

Green vegetable juices and green vegetable smoothies
Leafy green vegetables and herbs like kale, spinach, watercress, lettuce, cilantro, parsley, basil, etc.
Adaptogen herbs
Cereal grasses – barley, wheatgrass
Micro-algae or seaweeds – dulse, arame, kelp, kombu
Blue-green algae such as spirulina and chlorella
Medicinal mushrooms
Certain fruits – lemons, limes, berries, grapes, melons, pears, papaya, nectarines, avocado
Sprouts and micro-greens – broccoli, sunflower, alfalfa, clover, etc.
Certain fermented foods
Wild edible greens and edible flowers – dandelion, Gotu kola, sorrel, violets, nasturtium, borage blossoms, Begonia, rose, etc.
Aloe Vera
Bee pollen
Noni

Some Quick Alkalizing Methods

Fresh lemon juice in ½ glass of water
Baking soda ½ – 1 teaspoon in a glass of water
Chlorophyll
Vitamin C
Digestive enzymes with food

This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For more information pertaining to your personal needs, please see a qualified health practitioner.

Principle Influences on Inflammation

September 5, 2019 malikcotter

Causes of Inflammation

Standard Western food program
Refined sugars, white flour products
Commercial meat products, excess meat consumption
Omega-6 oils (animal fats, corn, and soy, safflower, canola, low-quality oils)
Commercial dairy products, especially cow milk products
Eggs from commercially-raised chickens
Persistent emotional upset or lingering negative thought patterns
Too little exercise or too much exercise
Smoking, environmental toxicity, poisons

Reduces Inflammation

Plant-based food program, Mediterranean diet, traditional Indian -and Asian diets
Whole grains
Olive oil, flaxseed oil, walnut oil, coconut oil, and fatty cold-water fish
Grass-fed animal milk products; goat
Organically raised hens
Lightheartedness, contentment, joy, and laughter
Moderate exercise daily for 30 – 45 minutes
Clean and peaceful environment

Vegetarian High Protein Sources

September 5, 2019 malikcotter

Bee Pollen & Bee Propolis
Brewer’s Yeast & Nutritional Yeast (if dealing with yeast overgrowth, you may wish to eliminate these, as they can be aggravating for some)
Goji Berries
Cereal Grasses (powders): Alfalfa, Wheatgrass, Barley, etc.
Green Leafy Veggies like Spinach, Kale, Arugula, Collards, Green Cabbage, Parsley, etc.
Legume & Seed Sprouts like Mung, Brown Lentil, Broccoli, Radish, etc.
Legumes: Split Peas, Pinto Beans, Chickpeas, Non-GMO Soy Beans fresh and Sprouted Tofu, Tempeh
Maca powder (Peruvian origin)
Nuts: Almonds, Brazil, Dried Coconut Meat, Filberts, Macadamia, Pecans, Walnuts
Oatmeal
Olives
Sea Phyto-plankton: Blue-Green Algae (Spirulina), Chlorella
Seeds: Chia, Hemp, Pumpkin, Sesame/Tahini, Sunflower
Sprouted Grains and Grasses like Wild Rice, Quinoa, Millet and Buckwheat

Dietary Stressors to Avoid

September 2, 2019 malikcotter

When you have built your alkaline reserves then these foods can be tolerated by some in moderation.

Wheat and white flour products (Wheat has been denatured greatly and is no longer possible for humans to digest. Einkorn and Emmer are ancient field-hybrids and are the closest to the original wheat. Spelt and Kamut when prepared as sourdough bread work for some).
Refined sugar and sugar pretenders such as high fructose corn syrup and the like. Because of long-time sugar overload, it is best to avoid sweeteners. Raw honey is the best choice.
Dairy products are cold, damp and mucus forming. Cows milk is good for baby cows. Some can tolerate small amounts of raw or cultured products. Goat’s dairy is more easily digested.
Alcohol – turns to sugar and impairs liver functioning greatly.
Red meats and pork – as a bi-product of break-down they create uric acid. And are often raised fed wrong diet, and given hormones for quick growth and marketable marbled meat.
Caffeine – is a strong addictive stimulant, that robs the body of vital minerals and is dehydrating
Very spicy foods – irritates the gut lining
Fried foods – deep frying in often rancid oils – are acidifying and clogs the arteries
White starchy foods, high on the Glycemic Index like: white potato, white rice, white noodles, white breads
Sulphurated dried fruits
Non-organic soy products
Refined, junk, denatured, greasy, oily, fatty, and pre-packaged/canned foods.
GMO foods, stale foods, non-organic foods, foods with additives and preservatives and micro-waved foods.
Peanuts and peanut products. Soak other nuts and seeds for 4-6 hours (discard the soaking water.)
Bottled juices often loaded in sugar

General Food Guidelines