Menopause
Menopause is intended by nature to be a gradual
reduction in oestrogen by the ovaries with few
side effects. Although almost 90% of women
experience some menopausal symptoms, most symptoms
only last a year or two and are not severe enough
to interrupt their lives. But for those with
severe and continued symptoms they can stem from
exhausted adrenals and poor liver function, where
it does not process oestrogens correctly.
Many symptoms arise from:
Symptoms may include hot flushes, mood swings,
insomnia, low libido and irritability. This is a
situation where natural remedies can help.
Supplementation, a specially modified diet and
increased exercise can help with this menopausal
problems. Men over 40 can also suffer from Male
Menopause. The symptoms include mood swings,
stress, irritability and lack of interest and
vitality etc.
Menstrual Problems
Progesterone is the factor that assures uniform
shedding of the uterine lining. Low levels of this
hormone result in tissue buildup. At the same time
relatively high levels of oestrogen stimulate the
uterine lining causing even more endometrial
tissue formation. The combination of these two
factors lead to abnormal blood flow during
menstruation. Other symptoms can be PMS symptoms
of bloating, irritability and depression during
the cycle.
Common causes are:
Mononucleosis (Glandular Fever)
Mononucleosis or Epstein Barr Virus or Glandular
fever as it is commonly known is a virus that
attacks the respiratory and lymphatic systems with
a flu like infection. Glands, lymph nodes,
bronchial tubes, liver and spleen are all
affected. The virus is virulent and highly
infectious. The whole body feels the symptoms of
fever, sore throat, headaches, swollen glands,
jaundice, muscle aches and general long term
fatigue. The whole body feels run down.
A homoeopathic remedy can be prescribed along with
other supplements such as Vitamin C and a special
mushroom extract needed to stimulate the immune
system. Rest is also prescribed.
Morning Sickness
Morning sickness is an acute nausea associated
with pregnancy. It may occur at any time of the
day. It is thought to be caused by increased
levels of oestrogen being produced by the
placenta. No drugs have been approved for use in
morning sickness during pregnancy, due to the fear
of foetal absorption and side effects.
A course of acupuncture to relieve nausea and
assist in evening out hormonal levels can be
applied. Nutritional support for the liver aid in
the removal of expired hormones when their useful
function was over. This formula Vitamin B6 and
herbs to support liver function. Ginger tea was
also given to help reduce nausea and stomach
upsets. B12 folate was also included to assist
with pregnancy.
Neuralgia
Neuralgia is an overexcited, overactive disorder
of the nervous system. Symptoms may be severe,
sharp pain along the course of the nerves,
tingling and numbness, muscle weakness, spasm of
muscle with associated muscle tenderness and with
tendon weakness.
Weekly acupuncture can be used to ease pain.
Nutrients are given to target the central nervous
system, adrenal glands and liver support. We
prescribe medication to correct any gut
dysfunction. Changes to diet can help rid the body
of toxins . Supplements are used to correct any
deficiencies found in the blood The combination of
acupuncture and diet changes can have a
significant improvement in quality of life for
this condition.
Obesity (See Weight Loss)
Would you like to put an end to weight gain? With
one out of three adults in Australia today on some
sort of weight loss program and with obesity in
teenagers increasing dramatically over the years
maybe it is time to sit back and find out why many
of the weight loss programs today are not working
and people seem to be rebounding back into weight
problems.
Diets low in fat, low in cholesterol and high in
carbohydrates are failing and its time we looked
at diets high in protein and good fat and low in
carbohydrates. Diets of this nature have been
successful in treating hypertension, childhood
seizures and behavioral problems., high
cholesterol and trigyclerides, atherosclerosis and
diabetes. These type of diets have been found to
be best for weight loss that stays off.
At the Wellbeing Centre we tailor make your diet.
An accurate reading is taken of your fat/muscle
ratio and we will monitor this measurement every
week to make sure you are burning fat and not
muscle. We provide accurate amounts of protein,
carbohydrate and fat that you are to consume. We
also do weekly testing of other areas to make sure
the fat is being burnt. We also provide the
supplements needed for the fat loss (you will
notice we didn't say weight loss). Fat loss is
more important because muscle is also a part of
our normal weight. We do NOT want to loose
precious muscle tissue.
Osteroporosis (Bone Loss)
Osteoporosis is the absolute and progressive
decrease in bone tissue mass. It makes the bone
thinner and more prone to break. Eventually bone
mass decreases below the level required to support
the body. Long considered a women's problem
because of its hormonal involvement it also
affects men, although at a later age and with less
ferocity.
An osteoporosis risk factor urinary test can be
undertaken to indicate bone density readings.
Natural supplements are used to support bone
tissue providing nutrients necessary for bone
growth and repair. This is a special formula
because a high degree of calcium supplements are
very hard to digest.
Others supplements, such as Ipriflavone increases
bone density and also decreases the fracture rate
of osteoporotic or osteoarthritis sufferers. This
supplement helps in the uptake of calcium
supplements. Acupuncture and treatment on the
light machine were given to help relieve her pain.
Some weight bearing exercises that are not overly
stressful on potentially fragile bones are
recommended. This was required to maintain
adequate bone density and strength.
Prostate Enlargement
Find the seven easy steps to help determine if you
have a prostate problem. Symptoms can include
feelings of discomfort and fullness, incomplete
urination, dripping after urination, frequent
urination especially during the night, bladder
distention, blood in urine, loss of urinary flow
or control painful urination and out of the blue
urgency in wanting to pass urine.
Clients are tested for low zinc levels. Special
vitamin and herbal supplementation are prescribed
together with natural supplements and slight
dietary changes. Special herbal teas are suggested
because these teas help to reduce prostate
symptoms and revitalise energy.
Parasite Infections
Worm & parasite infections can range from mild and
hardly noticeable to serious and even life
threatening in a child. Worms are parasites that
live and feed in the intestinal tract. Parasites
can move all over the body including the brain.
A detoxifying program can be recommended. We also
test for Leaky Gut syndrome which is strongly
related to parasite infections. A modified diet
assists with detoxification and to allow the body
to recover from the parasites. A natural mixture
is given to improve the immune system. Herbs are
also prescribed to rid the body of parasites.
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