Monday, April 28, 2014

Super foods ~ RawforBeauty



Super foods


Super foods you should know about  How many of these 13 beauties do YOU like? Goji Berries: This amazing little superfruit contains natural anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal compounds. Their powerful antioxidant properties and polysaccharides help to boost the immune system Spirulina: This algae weighs in with an impressive 60% all-vegetable protein, and also contains a powerful combination of important vitamins and minerals such as iron, vitamin E, zinc, B-complex, copper, calcium, and magnesium. It is also a rich source of the antioxidant beta-carotene and the essential fatty acid gamma linolenic acid (GLA)

Acai Berries: The acai berry is one of the healthiest berries you will ever find. Acai is an indigenous berry commonly found in the rain forests of the Amazon. This antioxidant-rich fruit has been heralded for centuries as a healing, immune-stimulating, energy-boosting fruit. An exotic relative of the blueberry and cranberry, research has shown that this antioxidant-rich berry may be able to support in the prevention of diseases associated with oxidative damage, not to mention many other health benefits (source: globalhealingcenter)

Bee Pollen: Bee pollen is the food of the young bee and it is approximately 40% protein. It is considered one of nature’s most completely nourishing foods. It contains nearly all nutrients required by humans. About half of its protein is in the form of free amino acids that are ready to be sued directly by the body. Such highly assimilable protein can contribute significantly to one’s protein needs (source: mercola.com)

Blue Green Algae: Blue Green Algae is the single most nutrient dense food on the planet. If these small bacteria are responsible for all oxygen-breathing life as we know it, imagine the powerful effects it can offer to the human body! It’s been said that the nutrients in just one daily tablespoon of the algae have been known to reduce eye problems associated with Vitamin A deficiency. The same amounts have also been shown to add to levels of the essential fatty acid GLA (Gamma Linolenic Acid), and eradicate iron and protein deficiencies in infants

Cacao: Cacao is the highest antioxidant food in the world, with 15 times the antioxidants of wild blueberries. It is also the number one food for your heart; is the highest natural source of magnesium, the highest natural source of iron, manganese, and chromium of any major food group. It is also a tremendous source of phosphorus, zinc, and copper

Camu-Camu: Although camu-camu is not a popular fruit in the US or Europe, it is slowly gaining popularity due to the newfound interest in tropical super fruits and alternative medicines. Camu-Camu benefit’s the health as it contains nutrients such as calcium, Vitamin C, niacin, phosphorous, leucine, serine, iron, flavanols, riboflavin, valene, thiamin and amino acids. Other health benefits of camu-camu is that: anti-depressant, antiseptic, good source of beta-carotene, improves circulation, lowers blood pressure, powerful antioxidant, effective at treating colds, promotes mood balance and immune system, strengthens the immune system and supports health red and white blood cell formation. Camu-Camu and Cancer: The high Vitamin C content of camu-camu makes it powerful at preventing cancer. high Vitamin C consumption helps to prevent cancer associated with the colon, stomach, mouth, lung, esophagus and throat. So, eating camu-camu will lower your risk of developing different kinds of cancers

Coconut: Coconuts are one of the wonder foods on earth that amply provides for all human needs and have multiple health benefits… They can even save your life. Coconuts can be used to: Lower cholesterol, Improve digestion,Ward off wrinkles, Stabilize glucose levels, Fight off viruses, Build cells, Regulate hormones, Increase thyroid production, Lose weight, Increase metabolism, Fight infections, Kill bacteria And much more

Hemp seeds: raw shelled hemp seed is one of nature’s perfect foods – a Super Food. This is one of the most potent foods available, supporting optimal health and well being, for life. Raw hemp provides a broad spectrum of health benefits, including: weight loss, increased and sustained energy, rapid recovery from disease or injury, lowered cholesterol and blood pressure, reduced inflammation, improvement in circulation and immune system as well as natural blood sugar control.( source :healing-source)

Maca: Rich in essential minerals like potassium, calcium, magnesium, and iron, and is also quite high in protein. Maca can assist with strength, energy, and endurance, and is thought to reduce stress, improve memory and balance hormones

Raw Honey: Just to name a few uses of Raw Honey:aid in relieving morning sickness,relief from bladder infections, arthritis, upset stomach. bad breath. slow down hair loss, Honey and apple cider vinegar can be used for many ailments like stomach aches, constipation and even migraines

Marine Phytoplankton: Marine Phytoplankton is a supercharged, ocean-based micro algae that is raw, live, and thus enzyme active. It contains every known mineral and all amino acids that our bodies need for optimum health. Phytoplankton is the original source of Omega 3′s and is more powerful than any fish/flax oil you can find

Noni: Noni, Morinda citrifolia, has been used extensively in folk medicine by Polynesians for over 2,000 years. Noni is a traditional food and medicine in many tropical areas including the Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, India, and the Philippines. Ancient Hawaiians used Noni fruit for both internal and topical applications. Noni is still used by the local population in Hawaii for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart health maintenance, abnormal growths, and other chronic disorders

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Trails formula for hot spots







Relax into Wellness

Trails formula

1 oz                Colloidal
Silver
10 drops         Thieves
10 drops         Frankincense
15 drops         French Lavender
10 drops         Cloves
10 drops         Peppermint
10 drops         Eucalyptus
10 drops         Oregano
10 drops         Tea Tree

Added Sentry hot spot lotion
10 drops spray drops

What Gives Mite Avenge Its Magic - Happy Dog Naturals - ingredients


What Gives Mite Avenge Its Magic

Demodex Mange » What Gives Mite Avenge Its Magic
single-miteWe
often get asked what’s In Mite Avenge. The answer is straightforward
but the bigger story is the backstory of each of the many natural
wonders that work to help your pet.



Once you understand all the benefits of
the active ingredients in Mite Avenge, you’ll see why your dog is
getting the best mange treatment available. It’s loaded with an
abundance of safe and not-toxic natural wonders, many of which have
similar overlapping benefits which are why it provides fast relief and
make it so effective. The bounty of natural ingredients cover all the
bases from killing mites to helping avoid infection to pain relief to
wound cleansing, even calming your dog. There’s nothing else like it.



Everything in Mite Avenge is there to
do a specific and important job. But the big bonus is that the sum of
the parts is far greater than the individual components. The synergy
created when the ingredients play off of one another strengthens how
they work together to help your pet. So here’s the breakdown of
what’s in Mange Avenge & the properties associated with each
ingredient:





CITRONELLA ESSENTIAL OIL



  • Antibacterial components kill bacteria and inhibit bacterial growth in wounds
  • Antiseptic properties fight infection
  • Fungicidal properties help ward off fungal infection
  • Stimulates local blood circulation
  • Stimulates immune systems and metabolism
  • Famous insect repellent
  • Anti-parasitic



CLOVE ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Immune stimulant
  • Analgesic and short term pain numbing
  • Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral
  • Antibacterial & anti-fungal. (Did you know that our cove
    essential oil can kill more than 60 types of bacterial strains, 15
    strains of fungi plus several viruses!)
  • Anti-parasitic



 DIHYDROGEN DIOXIDE


  • Known miticide
  • Effective natural sanitizer
  • Cleans and disinfects wounds
  • Stimulates healing through oxidation
  • Antifungal



 DISODIUM TETRABORATE


  • Powerful natural miticide
  • This naturally occurring mineral gently exfoliates to help your pet shed decaying parasite remains and damaged skin
  • Promotes faster healing Softens and helps make skin more supple



 EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Antiseptic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral
  • Anti inflammatory



 HELICHRYSUM ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Considered to be nature’s super healing oil
  • Accelerates regenerative tissue repair with powerful regenerative molecules unique only to this oil
  • Assists in cleansing wounds
  • Reduces bleeding
  • Helps repair nerves
  • Effective for healing of scars and bruises
  • Great pain reliever
  • Antibacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal
  • Extremely therapeutic anti-inflammatory and analgesic
  • Excellent for all skin conditions and irritations
  • Excellent for calming and relaxation



 KARANJA SEED OIL


  • Highly effective, proven miticide/anti-parasitic
  • Antibacterial
  • Helps alleviate the discomfort of irritated skin conditions
  • Promotes wound healing
  • Utilized in pet care for the treatment of fleas, mange, and scabies
  • Also effective for treatment of eczema, psoriasis, skin ulcers, dandruff if present



 LEMON ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Calming
  • High vitamin content helps increase immunity & stimulate white blood cells
  • Detoxifies
  • Helps rejuvenate skin



 LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Anti-bacterial
  • Reduces itching
  • Heals remarkably quickly
  • Synergizes or improves the efficacy of other essential oils used in combination with it
  • Soothes skin irritations, such as raw skin, rashes and hot spots
  • Controls parasitic insects such as mange mites and fleas
  • Best all-around first aid oil for most common animal ailments
  • Extremely safe and gentle
  • Calming! Aids sleep. (Our manufacturing facility is the most laid back place you could imagine.)



 NEEM OIL


  • Powerful miticide and anti-parasitic
  • Relieves redness and itching of irritated skin
  • Lightens scars and pigmentation
  • Soothes and moisturizes dry and cracked skin
  • Antiseptic
  • Fights infection & fungus
  • Boosts the immune system
  • Popular mange fighter
  • Natural flea and insect repellent
  • Encourages a lustrous, problem free coat
  • Helps eczema & psoriasis if also present



 PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Antispasmodic
  • Stimulates circulation
  • Repels insects
  • Cools, soothes, helps with topical relief



 ROSEMARY ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Contains regenerative ketone molecules to help new skin form
  • Stimulates cellular metabolism
  • Brings nutrients into the cells
  • Supports the removing toxins and wastes



 SEA KELP


  • Natural regenerative properties
  • Promotes circulation to aid in gently breaking down the tough skin resulting from wound healing
  • Detoxifying
  • Helps prevent scars



STYRAX BENZOIN ESSENTIAL OIL


  • Rich source of vitamins including vitamins B12 (not found in land
    plants), vitamin E, amino acids, minerals, trace elements, and other
    nutrients
  • Powerful detoxifier that draws out toxins and impurities while adding beneficial nutrients
  • Stimulates metabolism and circulation which gives skin a healthy, revitalize and glowing appearance
  • Contains fatty acids to combat skin irritation and inflammation
  • May assist with skin ailments such as acne, psoriasis and eczema



VITAMIN E


  • Improves skin elasticity, helps cracked skin
  • Aids the healing of sores and wounds
  • Reduces redness, irritation and itching
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Extremely calming
  • Enhances mood
  • Promotes healing
  • Helps prevent scarring
  • Moisturizes



 TENDER LOVING CARE


  • We put copious amounts into Happy Dog Naturals’ Mange Avenge
    treatment. There is no replacement for positive energy created by loving
    concern.
  • Benefits shown have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
    Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat,
    cure, or prevent any disease.



See what I mean? That’s unheard of depth and commitment. No other
product is as comprehensive or serious about the health of your pet.










by Cindy Ritchie

Thursday, April 24, 2014

Beyond Fenugreek: A Guide to Herbs to Increase Your Milk Jennifer McGruther May 1 2007



Beyond Fenugreek: A Guide to Herbs to Increase Your Milk

Jennifer McGruther

May 1 2007


 Many factors can contribute to low milk supply including hormones, preexisting maternal conditions, ineffective latch and infrequent nursing. Mothers facing supply issues should always seek the counsel of a board certified lactation consultant who can help pinpoint and treat the true cause or causes. It should be noted that herbs alone will not cure or treat poor supply problems caused by ineffective latch or infrequent nursing, though they may play a part in an overall holistic treatment plan.
For some moms, herbal galactogogues may be a part of that treatment plan. While most mothers are familiar with fenugreek, they may overlook other natural galactogogues which could play an important factor in boosting milk supply. Herbs like goat's rue, fennel, hops, blessed thistle or oats are all thought to boost a low or waning milk supply in nursing mothers. Many mothers see greater effects when they supplement with multiple herbs rather than a single herb.

Alfalfa Alfalfa is a common, mild galactologue that is often used in concert with other more powerful galactogogues like fenugreek. Alfalfa is a highly nutritive plant which is very high in essential vitamins, minerals and other micronutrients. It is, perhaps, these nutrients that may boost milk supply in breastfeeding mothers as well-nourished mothers suffer from fewer supply problems than under-nourished mothers.
Alfalfa's efficacy as a galactologue has not been well-studied or researched; however, Asa Hershoff and Andrea Rotelli, authors of Herbal Remedies: A Quick and Easy Guide to Common Disorders and Their Herbal Remedies, write that alfalfa stimulates milk production, improving both the quality and quantity of mother's milk.
The optimal dosage for alfalfa is four capsules three times daily. Alfalfa is largely considered to be very safe with very few side effects, though there have been isolated reports of allergic reactions.

Anise Anise is a member of the apiaceae family of flowering plants and is native to the Mediterranean and southwest Asia. The herb has been traditionally used as a galactologue for new mothers in China and other parts of Asia, but little research on the use of anise to stimulate milk production exists. Anise does have estrogenic compounds which may contribute to its use as a galactologue.
Anise is traditionally served as a tea to aid in milk production. Mothers can prepare anise tea by gently crushing two teaspoons of anise seed and then pouring boiling water over the crushed seeds. The tea should be allowed to steep for ten to twenty minutes, and may be sweetened to preference.
Though anise doesn't pose any risk with customary use, very few people may experience an allergic reaction to the herb. According to The American Herbal Products Association, anise should not be used during pregnancy. Mothers should also take care to avoid using star anise as some regular star anise might be contaminated with Japanese star anise which is highly toxic and associated with adverse neurological effects.

Blessed Thistle Blessed thistle is a member of the asteraceae family of flowering plants which also includes asters, daisies, chamomile and sunflowers. The asteraceae family also incluedes milk thistle, another herbal galactogogue. Blessed thistle is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, and has been traditionally used during lactation to increase milk supply in breastfeeding mothers.
Mothers using blessed thistle may need to take up to four capsules three times daily for it to be effective, though blessed thistle is often used in combination with other herbs. Mothers allergic to daisies or members of the asteraceae family should not use blessed thistle.

Fennel Fennel is in the same family as anise, also an herbal galactogogue. Fennel is widely used in tonics and over-the-counter preparations for breastfeeding mothers. Fennel is native to southern Europe and southwestern Asia where it is often featured in local cuisine.
Fennel is a commonly used and highly effective herbal galactogogue that is often used in concert with other herbal galactogogues. It is thought to primarily aid in promoting let down rather than actually increasing milk supply and this could be very effective for pumping moms who may suffer from periodic inhibited milk ejection reflex.
Fennel can be prepared as a tea or taken as a tincture. To prepare fennel tea, mothers may take two teaspoons of fennel seeds and crush them before pouring boiling water over the crushes seeds and allowing the tea to steep for ten minutes. Alternatively, mothers can take up to 4 ml of fennel tincture three times daily. Fennel oil can be toxic in doses greater than one teaspoon, so mothers should take care to avoid ingesting fennel oil.

Fenugreek Fenugreek, an herb in the fabaceae family of flowering plants, is perhaps the most well-known of herbal galactogogues. Originally from southern Asia where it is often featured in regional cuisine, fenugreek is a relative newcomer to the western herbal medicine cabinet.
Fenugreek, like many herbs and pharmaceutical medications, is associated with beneficial effects on the digestive system and is traditionally used to treat stomach and intestinal complaints such as flatulence. The herb contains high levels of phytoestrogens which may account for its ability to increase milk supply.
A study published in the September 2000 issue of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine's News & Views measured the breast milk production of exclusively pumping mothers taking three capsules of fenugreek three times daily. The average daily volume of milk increased 124% from 207 ml/day to 464 ml/day among mothers taking the herb.
Most mothers taking fenugreek will notice an increase in production within 24-72 hours, though it may take up to five days for some mothers to see an effect. If you take fenugreek and do not notice an increase in milk production make sure that you're taking at least 3500 mg of the herb daily. It is also wise to double check the freshness of the herb as its efficacy may have faded as the herb aged. If you're in doubt about whether the herb is fresh, open a capsule and check to make sure the fenugreek powder is vibrant in color with a distinct odor of maple syrup.
Rarely, mothers may experience an allergic reaction to fenugreek including wheezing or other asthmatic symptoms. Mothers who are sensitive or allergic to peanuts, chickpeas and other legumes may also be allergic to fenugreek and should be cautioned against its use. Odd as it may seem, it is normal for the sweat, urine and milk of mothers taking fenugreek to smell like maple syrup.
Occasionally, a baby may exhibit fussiness or diarrhea when his or her mother takes a high dose of fenugreek but these side effects often subside within a week. If these symptoms continue beyond a week, the mother may have actually developed an oversupply while on fenugreek and so may not actually need to continue taking the herb.

Goat's Rue Goat's Rue is a traditional galactologue that has been used for centuries. Goat's rue, like fenugreek, belongs to fabaceae family of flowering plants. Goat's rue's latin name is galega officinalis which is derived from "gale" which means "milk" and "ega" which means "to bring on."

Goat's rue was first used by European dairy farmers who noted an milk production increase of 35-50% in animals who grazed on this wild herb. Some mothers have reported a doubling of their pumping out put while taking goat's rue. Additionally, goat's rue is thought to increase mammary tissue which may offer some hope for women with hypoplastic breast tissue or women suffering from PCOS who have underdeveloped breasts.
Goat's rue should be taken in tincture form, and mothers should slowly build up to a dosage of 2 ml three times a day. Some mothers experience nausea, vomiting and other side effects while taking goat's rue so it's wise to always consult a professional herbalist before using the herb.

Other Herbal Remedies There are many commercially prepared remedies that include multiple herbal galactogogues. For many mothers, taking commercially prepared capsules, tinctures or teas is more effective and easier than taking isolated herbal galactogogues.
Mother Love, a company that provides herbal support for pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding, offers More Milk which is a tincture of nettle, blessed thistle and fennel. Mother Love also offers More Milk Special Blend which is a tincture of goat's rue, fenugreek, blessed thistle, nettle and fennel. More Milk Special Blend is recommended by Mother Love specifically for mothers with PCOS as well as mothers breastfeeding after a breast reduction. These tinctures tend to have an unpleasant taste, but the taste can be disguised in a flavorful drink.
Traditional Medicinals offers Organic Mother's Milk Tea which combines fennel, anise, coriander, fenugreek and blessed thistle with a proprietary blend of spearmint, lemongrass, lemon verbena and marshmallow. The tea tends to be spicy and sweet with a strong anise flavor.
Yogi Tea offers Nursing Mom Tea which combines chamomile, fennel, nettle, anise, fenugreek and lavender. Some moms find that the Yogi Tea blend is more pleasant to the taste, but less effective than the Traditional Medicinals Tea.
Vitanica offers an herbal supplement for nursing moms called Lactation Blend which combines several galactogogues including fennel, nettle, blessed thistle, vervain, hops, goat's rue, oat straw, raspberry leaf, chasteberry, fenugreek and milk thistle.

Where to Buy Single herbs, and occasionally herbal combinations and supplements, are available at many health food stores, through herbalists and naturopaths as well as online through sites like Puritan's Pride. Yogi and Traditional Medicinals Tea are often available at your local supermarket and your local health food store as well as online through their respective websites. Mother Love tinctures and supporting products are also available online. Vitanica's Lactation Blend is available through your naturopath or online.

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