tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91697171377520335002024-03-27T01:48:26.762-07:00Sahaja Wellness - Naturopathy and AyurvedaSharing the ancient wisdom and science of Naturopathic & Ayurvedic Medicine for modern times. www.doctorleena.comDr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-7867586790436176562024-02-22T07:55:00.000-08:002024-02-22T07:55:29.443-08:00Fasting: Is it Right for You?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgivAUaXufGc45zs-_irR8AySa33GSKmgRCdYtIZtV8UW94gPP4n0wTRgQE9rJnzTcZkDq8L_MLWlz1oaluc0J9CKWDgDPkW0Vpv00-_7MPRG5UzaQsk2KnMiPFx5vEAzrHlaGIzD_q9Kk/s1600/glass+of+water.jpg" style="clear: right; color: #164c18; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1283" data-original-width="1600" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgivAUaXufGc45zs-_irR8AySa33GSKmgRCdYtIZtV8UW94gPP4n0wTRgQE9rJnzTcZkDq8L_MLWlz1oaluc0J9CKWDgDPkW0Vpv00-_7MPRG5UzaQsk2KnMiPFx5vEAzrHlaGIzD_q9Kk/s320/glass+of+water.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="320" /></a><i>Does the thought of going off food for a few hours scare you? How about going off food for a day? </i><br />While skipping meals may not be good for you, therapeutic fasting under guidance can have many health benefits. In a world where we are inundated with information on what foods to eat, sometimes taking a short break from food can reset the digestive system and metabolism to process your nutrition more efficiently.<br /><br />While intermittent fasting is a newer trend that you may have heard of, fasting is not a new concept. If you look at most of the major traditions in the world, fasting was observed in many of the religious and spiritual times of the year: Lent for Christians, Ramadan for Muslims, Passover for Jews, Ekadasi and Shivratri for Hindus. Fasting was often aligned to the natural cleansing periods of the solar and lunar calendars. Spring is one of those significant periods where food is naturally scarce and we can burn up the excess fat stores after winter.<br /><br />Fasting essentially means abstaining from food for a period of time, but the actual practice of fasting may vary from completely avoiding food and water to taking lighter foods or juices such vegetable broths, coconut water or fruit juices.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
What are the different types of fasting?</h3>
We will explore common types of fasting and their therapeutic benefits. Speak to your ND before you start any of these fasts for more than one day so they can guide you on the safest and most effective method for you.<br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Water fasting:</b> this is the most stringent type of fasting where you avoid food and beverages completely other than water. This should only be done under guidance by a health professional and avoided in individuals with blood sugar imbalance. Individuals with a <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/01/beat-winter-lethargy-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Kapha</a> constitution often respond well to this type of fasting, but you should only do it for a short period of time.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Juice or broth fasting:</b> this fasting involves avoidance of solid food and includes drinking only light beverages that are either fresh pressed fruit or vegetables, herbal teas or cooked broths. These liquids provide nutrition that can be absorbed by the body without taxing the digestive system. Kapha body types do better with vegetable juices with bitter, astringent and pungent tastes like leafy greens and ginger and <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/06/keep-cool-this-summer-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Pitta</a> types respond well to fresh, cooling juices such as cucumber, celery or watermelon. This type of fasting may be difficult for vatas, but may be done for a short period of time.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Mono diet: </b>this fasting doesn't mean you avoid food altogether; you choose specific healthy foods that are simple and easy to digest. Choosing the same combination of food over a period of days allows the body basic nutrition without taxing the digestive system. A typical example is an Ayurvedic <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/recipes/kitchari" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">kitchari</a> fast where you eat a porridge for each meal of the day and typically is vegetable based and free of common allergens such as wheat, dairy and eggs. Or you may eat only steamed vegetables in a mono diet. This type of 'fasting' is suitable for vata body types.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Intermittent fasting: </b>this method has recently gained popularity and involves eating food during specific times of the day and avoiding food for 16 hours or more. For example, you would skip breakfast and eat lunch & dinner between 1pm - 8pm and avoid food after that. Another method may involve eating a brunch at 10pm, giving a break and eating dinner at 6pm.</li>
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<br />What are the benefits of fasting?</h3>
Rest is an essential part of healing, and there's no exception for the digestive system. During evolution, humans would alternate between periods of abundant food to scarcity and it would be common to go through days with little food. Fasting activates a process called '<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6107789/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">autophagy</a>' where cells break down cell components and damaged structures and use them for energy. This is an essential process of renewal which increases longevity. This process is triggered by around 12-24 hours of fasting. There is a lot of growing research in this field of the benefits of autophagy. When you take a break from eating, initially you may feel weak, but once you pass a certain point, the body kicks start another process to generate fuel.<br /><br />Some of the benefits you may experience with therapeutic fasting:<br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Improved energy</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Enhanced clarity & focus</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Improved digestion</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Reduced <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Insulin_Resistance" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">insulin resistance</a></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Reduced <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Inflammation" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">inflammation</a></li>
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<br />Who can benefit from fasting?</h3>
<br />If you have never fasted before, it is important that you start slowly and work with your ND to make a plan based on your body type and health concerns. If you have blood sugar imbalances (diabetes, pre-diabetes or adrenal insufficiency due to stress) fasting may be less advisable for you, though fasting is recommended for some individuals to reduce insulin resistance. Those with a Vata constitution do not do as well avoiding food. Cleansing for this type may include doing a mono-diet (eating the same foods over a period of days or weeks) such as a <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/recipes/kitchari" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">kitchari</a>cleanse in Ayurveda. Pitta types and Kapha types generally experience many benefits from fasting. For these types, doing a warm herbal tea in the morning and fasting until lunch can support the body in detoxification.<br /><b><br /></b><b>Some ways fasting can be incoporated into your routine:</b><br />1. Start with a 1 day fast either with water only, coconut water or vegetable juice.<br />2. Eat a moderate breakfast, substantial lunch and skip dinner.<br />3. Try a regular 16+ hour fast. Have dinner by 6pm and breakfast or brunch after 10am.<br /><br />It is always recommended to work with your ND on ways that fasting can be incorporated safely for your body type and lifestyle. Always drink water while fasting. Incorporating therapeutic fasting into your daily routine will allow your digestive system to rest and your body to go into cleaning mode. When your body has a chance to clean up, you will burn your fuel better, feel lighter and absorb your nutrients more efficiently.<br /><br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;"></ul>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-81360416124411493462023-12-03T13:55:00.000-08:002023-12-03T13:59:54.111-08:00Tips for Healthy Travelling<h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0.75em 0px 0px; position: relative;">
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Are you travelling this winter? Learn more on how to stay healthy, naturally for family-friendly travel.</div>
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Increased accessibility to global travel offers the luxury of escaping the cold weather and heading to warmer climates to relax, enjoy the warmth of the sun and enjoy new experiences abroad. Travelling is an opportunity to take time for yourself, spend time with family and friends, immerse yourself in cultural activities and new adventures to break the regular mundane routine. Depending on the purpose, location and duration of your trip, your travel may range from being hectic to relaxing, low risk to high risk, and overstimulating to rejuvenating. Being adequately prepared for travel ensures a more enjoyable and healthy trip.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Travelling can be exciting. However, it may expose you to new situations and environments which may pose additional health risks. How prepared you need to be depends on whether you are planning a short family vacation to Mexico, or a longer solo trip to volunteer abroad, or a business trip to Asia. Based on your previous experiences, you may need more extensive preparation if travel triggers unwanted symptoms. Included below are a number of tips which may be beneficial to help you prepare for your travel.<br />
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Seeking naturopathic advice can help address specific health concerns such as: jet lag, travel anxiety, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, insect-borne illnesses, infections, parasites, cuts, burns and altitude sickness. The tools that a naturopathic doctor has access to can support prevention (prophylaxis), diagnose and treat travel-related illnesses. Sleeping patterns and food habits may shift drastically on a trip. By supporting the body, the chances of travel-related illness may be reduced. In addition, supporting mental and emotional health in unfamiliar environments is critical to well-being.<br />
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Every individual is unique with inherent strengths or weaknesses. Depending on your constitution, certain organs or body systems may be more susceptible to illness. For example, individuals with weak immune systems may become more vulnerable to respiratory tract infections; individuals with circulation issues may experience swollen feet and ankles after a flight; individuals with anxiety may experience panic attacks triggered by the stress of travel. A naturopathic doctor can help you identify and treat aspects of your health which require strengthening, as well as treat illnesses contracted during a trip.</div>
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Naturopathic medicine can prevent and treat the following travel-related concerns: </h3>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i>Infections:</i> <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Upper_Respiratory_Infection_(Common_Cold)" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">cold</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Influenza_(Flu)" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">flu</a>, and <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Parasites" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">parasite</a> exposure multiplies when travelling. Coupled with a weakened immune system, travellers become more vulnerable to illness. With naturopathic medicine, you can keep the terrain strong to prevent microorganisms from thriving. When the environment is unfavourable, parasites are less likely to thrive. If you do contract parasites, proper diagnosis and treatment options can be provided by your naturopathic doctor. Certain herbs have specific properties that are anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-parasitic to target the pathogen and support your recovery.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i>Digestive issues: <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Diarrhea" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">diarrhea</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Constipation" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">constipation</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Indigestion" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">indigestion</a> </i>are the most common unpleasant "side-effect" of travelling. Ingesting new foods from unknown sources, combined with the stress of travelling can lead to a range of uncomfortable situations. Traveller's diarrhea can be very unpleasant and prevent you from enjoying your trip. Constipation may develop due to anxiety or due to poor hydration or lack of fibre. Prevention is key to strengthening the digestive tract prior to travel, reducing susceptibility to digestive upset. Naturopathic medicine can treat acute digestive issues, allowing you to enjoy your trip.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i>Altitude sickness: </i>when travelling to mountainous regions such as the Himalayas, Andes or the Rockies, the sudden change in atmospheric pressure and oxygen can result in dizziness, nausea, fatigue and more serious symptoms. Supporting the circulatory and respiratory systems are critical prior to your trip. A naturopathic doctor may do lab work to check your hemoglobin and iron levels, and suggest herbs, homeopathics and lifestyle suggestions to reduce the risk or altitude sickness. </li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i>Mosquito & insect bites may carry infectious diseases. </i>Malaria is prevalent in many tropical regions and can be a serious health issue if not diagnosed or treated promptly. Know the risk at your destination and which prevention and treatment options are available. Reduce your risk of infectious diseases in the first place by reducing your chances of being bitten. There are numerous internal and external options to ward off insects, in addition to diet and lifestyle factors. Bitter foods, homeopathics and herbs, such as neem, can repel mosquitoes, as do a variety of essential oils.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i>First aid: cuts, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Burns" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">burns</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Bruises" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">bruises</a> </i>are unfortunately common scenarios while travelling for adults and children. Help prevent infections and complications by carrying naturopathic first aid supplies such as lavender oil, aloe vera gel, or calendula cream for bite or burns, arnica cream or homeopathics for bruises and sprains, in addition to bandaids and gauze. These can help in minor injuries, or carry you through until you receive medical attention.</li></ul>
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<b>Staying healthy while travelling will allow you to enjoy your trip to the fullest and open you to a world-full of exciting experiences. Wishing you safe and happy travels !</b></div>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-80789607222709005742023-03-31T15:12:00.005-07:002023-05-09T20:03:54.001-07:003 Top Ayurvedic Herbs & Spices for Spring<p>This is the season where the 'frozen' stores in the body begin to move and the body begins to cleanse. Like the analogy of the tree sap starting to move, the lymphatic system also begins to move. The respiratory system is also vulnerable at this time as the crisp spring air fluctuates between hot and cold and is faced with pollen. Digestion or agni is also shifting and increasing as the weather warms up. A few herbs or formulas that are in the spotlight this season for digestive health and respiratory health are <i>Tulsi, Trikatu </i>and<i> Sitopaladi. </i></p><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEfUwAzlPf0fLAJ2xnkQphsNXnqXkGdoNKgl4yxraGxL4JHlgoIdvX_CJKKILafs1kRZ6lGc765FbVkQWpftt8XmZ8sd7JzxRp9hAxOD98m-f9k_mq2lpgnVkD_qv_2wEwsFeHJRV8VKMeUJuj8rkhlfUu3LasA2T9S8rbli1zSLFjVLyeMsg5bMkRHA" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="" data-original-height="2560" data-original-width="1920" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgEfUwAzlPf0fLAJ2xnkQphsNXnqXkGdoNKgl4yxraGxL4JHlgoIdvX_CJKKILafs1kRZ6lGc765FbVkQWpftt8XmZ8sd7JzxRp9hAxOD98m-f9k_mq2lpgnVkD_qv_2wEwsFeHJRV8VKMeUJuj8rkhlfUu3LasA2T9S8rbli1zSLFjVLyeMsg5bMkRHA=w240-h320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Holy Basil or Tulsi</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Tulsi</h2><p>Also known as Holy Basil, this herb is revered for its numerous health benefits and sattvic quality. It is rejuvenating and uplifting for spring. It has an affinity for the lungs and respiratory system and promotes easy breathing. It is also light for the spirit, helping you feel a sense of peace and well-being and is an adaptogen, meaning it improves your resilience to stress. This is a wonderful herb for children as well, in lower doses to help come through the spring cold & flu season.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">How to Take: </h3><ul style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; margin-bottom: 2.5rem; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><li>Balances Vata & Kapha</li><li>The dried or fresh leaves can be steeped in your herbal tea and sipped on, warm in the morning. Approximately 1/2 tsp per cup of boiling water. Can be added to your usual herbal tea or your Ayurvedic Am pachan tea.</li><li>Holy Basil is easily available in health food stores and even grocery stores as tea bags. </li></ul><h2 style="text-align: left;">Trikatu</h2><h3><p style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; font-weight: 400; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; margin-top: 1.5rem;"><span style="font-size: small;">This is a trio of heating spices: ginger, black pepper and pippali (long pepper). A Kapha-friendly combination, these spices help strengthen digestion which is turn promotes healthy elimination and metabolism. This also acts on parasites that may be lingering after travel and causing bloating. Trikatu also benefits the respiratory system and gets rid of mucus, congestion and overall winter sluggishness.</span></p></h3><h3>How to Take: </h3><ul style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; margin-bottom: 2.5rem; margin-top: 0px;"><li>Balances Kapha & Vata</li><li>Add into soups, veggies or stir-frys like how you would add pepper or ginger powder to your cooking. Best taken with food.</li><li>Can also take a pinch in hot water with honey as a herbal drink in the morning for cleansing. Mix a pinch of trikatu with honey as a home remedy for coughs.</li></ul><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi1-wOR6q3DEgnXC7O-JqphZD39YBPytecFtfumkQZqBaytgBnj9xLtfeKALbt5GFMd75HgFjDEZiJPLTEe7zi0ylAJ1fgGQ8Ur2PP4vXrSTFdFuksDuajIUKDUV6rAzhjx7_UGki4swyo_6LLknJQaIMSbvxI-1TzQ6oErPZFtBvU0nULDn_QZ9pUbCg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="3872" data-original-width="2592" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi1-wOR6q3DEgnXC7O-JqphZD39YBPytecFtfumkQZqBaytgBnj9xLtfeKALbt5GFMd75HgFjDEZiJPLTEe7zi0ylAJ1fgGQ8Ur2PP4vXrSTFdFuksDuajIUKDUV6rAzhjx7_UGki4swyo_6LLknJQaIMSbvxI-1TzQ6oErPZFtBvU0nULDn_QZ9pUbCg=w215-h320" width="215" /></a></div><h2>Sitopaladi</h2><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: 400;">A traditional Ayurvedic formula made of pippali, cinnamon and cardamom which has an affinity for the respiratory system. It helps break up congestion in the lungs and sinuses. This is an excellent combination for clear breathing during spring blossom (allergy) season. It also tastes good!</span></span></h3></div><div><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></span></div><div><h3>How to Take: </h3></div><ul style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; margin-bottom: 2.5rem; margin-top: 0px;"><li>Balances Kapha & Vata and Pitta (though increases in excess)</li><li>Can mix 1/4 tsp with ghee and take on the spoon in the morning.</li><li>Make a delicious Ayurvedic cinnamon toast with ghee and sprinkled sitopaladi.</li><li>Can also be taken as a herbal tea.</li></ul><p>These are just a few of the many herbs and spices that can support you this spring season. Some of the Ayurvedic formulas are not as commonly known here but are very beneficial and easy enough to find. Please keep in mind that quality is crucial for any kind of herbs so it is always important to buy from a reputable source or speak with your practitioner. Integrating spices and herbs into your dinacharya or daily routine can help you feel fresher, lighter and uplifted this spring!</p><p><br /></p><p>Dr. Leena Sripada, ND is a naturopathic doctor with extensive training in Ayurveda. She is based in Richmond Hill, Ontario and offers virtual consultations. Whether you have specific health concerns or just interested in staying healthy, Dr. Leena provides customized care integrating Ayurveda & naturopathic medicine. 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by <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXcMJx5BB68GPAscPXd7E56_6FdRmyPjxOBs1m-yjnMq2Em1Qbt3XZza5V03gFn3pgAg97Z58tqstr7QRGuXlNZPTNDe5JDclCwKjP7hgbHfODuCRVLwq1txnBki1Kbwcx0bkKWQdZPR0/s1600/public-domain-images-free-stock-photos-high-quality-resolution-downloads-public-domain-archive-16.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; color: #164c18; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXcMJx5BB68GPAscPXd7E56_6FdRmyPjxOBs1m-yjnMq2Em1Qbt3XZza5V03gFn3pgAg97Z58tqstr7QRGuXlNZPTNDe5JDclCwKjP7hgbHfODuCRVLwq1txnBki1Kbwcx0bkKWQdZPR0/s320/public-domain-images-free-stock-photos-high-quality-resolution-downloads-public-domain-archive-16.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="320" /></a>When you think of water, what comes to mind? It may be a river or an ocean, or a glass of water. You may not immediately think of the 60-70% of water that makes up your body. According to <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/ayurveda/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Ayurveda</a>, there are 5 elements that exist in nature and manifest in the plants, animals around us, and within our body: ether (space), air, fire, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Water" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">water</a> and earth.<br /><br />In the winter and early spring when the climate is cool, damp and wet, <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/search?q=kapha" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">kapha dosha</a> (which is composed of the earth and water element) is dominant in the environment. Your surroundings impact your body, mind and emotions, so an imbalance in kapha can contribute to common concerns such as weight gain, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Fatigue" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">fatigue</a>, dullness or having trouble getting out of bed in the morning.<br /><br />Water element reflects the fluidity of movement and manifests as nourishment, growth and lubrication. Some examples of water element in your body are digestive fluids, mucous membrane secretions, plasma and lymphatic system. Water element cools, smoothens, moistens and softens tissues in the body.<br /><br />When your water element is in balance, weight is consistent, skin and mucous membranes are soft and moist, joints are well lubricated, emotions are stable and you feel connected to the people around you. When the water element is either too high or too low, this can lead to health issues. Read more to find out signs of excess or deficient water element.<br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<br /><span style="color: #0b5394;">Signs of Excess Water Element</span></h3>
When water element accumulates in your body you may gain weight or experience swelling around your ankles or other joints. Your hands may feel clammy, your skin may feel damp and sticky and you may experience increased urination. Excess water tends to put out your <a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.com/search?q=agni" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">digestive fire</a> so you may experience weak appetite, heaviness after meals, thick coating on your tongue and excess mucous. If you struggle with <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Candidiasis" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">candida</a> or yeast infections, it's likely that your water element is out of balance. Water element in excess can often indicate that there is an electrolyte imbalance, as electrolytes are responsible for the movement of water throughout the body. Emotions can also affect water levels. Water related to imbalanced water are attachment, fear of letting go, being guarded or excessively emotional, feeling lack of nurturing and relationships that are not flowing.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #0b5394;">Signs of Deficient Water Element</span></h3>
What happens if you lack sufficient water? You can relate to this on a day that you don't drink enough water, for example, and feel thirsty, have a dry mouth, dry skin and eyes etc. In Ayurveda, this relates to '<a href="http://www.ayurvedacollege.com/Ayurveda/rasa-dhatu-closer-look-plasma-ayurvedic-perspective" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">rasa dhatu kshaya</a>' or plasma deficiency. When plasma is well hydrated, your blood and lymph flows smoothly and all the tissues are well lubricated. Deficient water can also lead to health concerns such as dry joints, <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/02/5-tips-to-relieve-arthritis-pain.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">arthritis</a>, lack of sweating, <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2018/05/constipation-get-moving-naturally.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">constipation</a> and overall lack of nourishment in body, mind and emotions. Speak to your ND if you have some of these health concerns to help identify and treat the imbalance.<br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<br /><span style="color: #0b5394;">Tips to Harmonize Water Element</span></h3>
When imbalances are identified, it is easier to treat the root cause. Keeping your water element in balance, along with all other elements is the key to living a life that is harmonized and flowing. Here are some tips to try at home :<br /><br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Exercise:</b> helps unblock channels in the body. It allows the body to sweat, eliminate toxins and regulate water. Sun salutations in yoga are an excellent way to help harmonize the elements in your system and regulate excess water.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Hydration:</b> often overlooked but be sure to not miss the obvious. Drink at least 8 glasses of pure water a day. In addition, hydrating herbal teas, coconut water and electrolytes can replenish deficient water element.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Diet: </b>foods rich in water such as melons and squashes help you hydrate, while drying foods such as vegetable chips, dry fruit, black pepper and dry ginger powder help regulate excess water. Salty and sweet foods also tend to increase water element and can lead to concerns such as water retention. Each individual has a unique constitution so speak with your ND on which foods and herbs are best for you.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Lifestyle: </b>if water element is deficient for you, keeping a water fountain or pictures of the ocean can bring this element back into your life. Swimming is another easy way to connect with water element. If water element is in excess, work with incorporating movement in your day, and finding healthy ways to express your emotions.</li>
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<br />According to Ayurveda, health is a balance between body, mind, spirit and environment. When you understand how nature influences your health, you can make subtle but powerful changes to harmonize the 5 elements within you and restore balance. Speak with <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a> if you would like an assessment to help you find out if your water element is in balance.<br /><br /><br /><i style="font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in joint health and chronic disease. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment with <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia. </a> </i></div>
Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-23450551435952011282019-06-21T11:26:00.000-07:002019-06-21T11:26:04.618-07:00Natural "First Aid" Tips for Summer<h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0.75em 0px 0px; position: relative;">
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<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyESoePcy_8mOtZhDw_vbkHwSqLzai2jamhznw5uoyn2ysDdzYDGa1_ZH1xQkKdC1z_K4etDQUxjni9Pke-w-UkahLcQ8lihmjWOiN2IFGtDfwQ8Jynlhk1Dr96_p4w6Cw9CQN1BJcNzw/s1600/Foot_bandaged.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; color: purple; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyESoePcy_8mOtZhDw_vbkHwSqLzai2jamhznw5uoyn2ysDdzYDGa1_ZH1xQkKdC1z_K4etDQUxjni9Pke-w-UkahLcQ8lihmjWOiN2IFGtDfwQ8Jynlhk1Dr96_p4w6Cw9CQN1BJcNzw/s320/Foot_bandaged.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="212" /></a>What's in your First Aid Kit? It's likely to have an assortment of bandages, gauze, gloves and the like for emergencies, but what about for the less critical injuries you might get while camping, hiking or for the kids spending time outdoors this summer?<br /><i><br /></i><i>What do you use if you get a burn while cooking? Or a knee scrape while hiking? What do you use for kids' mosquito bites? </i>While critical emergencies require a visit to the ER, most common injuries are minor and can be treated with natural remedies which have fewer side effects and are gentle but effective for speeding up recovery.<br /><br />Naturopathic first aid involves using <span id="goog_1572466080"></span><span id="goog_1572466081"></span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/naturopathic-medicine/" style="color: purple;">naturopathic principles</a> when treating acute concerns such as burns, bites, stings, rashes, strains and sprains etc. Naturopathic doctors use a variety of modalities to help heal naturally and effectively: botanical medicine, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, nutrition, laser and light therapy, TCM & acupuncture and counselling.<br /><br />Read more about the most common concerns and natural tips for your First Aid Kit. These remedies can be further customized by your Naturopathic Doctor depending on if you are camping or travelling or need a kit for kids.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
Burns </h3>
Too much <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/search?q=sun" style="color: purple;">fun in the sun</a> (at peak time especially) can lead to sunburns. Children, those with sensitive skin, or on certain medications can be more prone to burning. To soothe irritated or peeling skin, use a natural <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Aloe_vera" style="color: purple;">aloe</a> gel which is cooling and soothing for the skin or Manuka honey that you can apply directly to the affected area to help speed up healing. This applies for other kinds of <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Burns" style="color: purple;">burns</a> such as in the kitchen. While outdoors, protect yourself from strong sunlight by wearing a hat or thin, cotton clothing that protects the skin.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
Bites</h3>
Insect bites from mosquitos, black flies, bees<span id="goog_1357612596"></span><span id="goog_1357612597"></span> or spiders are inevitable if you spend time outdoors. Bites are not only itchy, painful and irritating, but can also transmit infectious disease. Prevent yourself by being bitten in the first place by wearing appropriate clothing that provides a barrier for bites and using natural bug repellants made of <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Essential_oils" style="color: purple;">essential oils</a> such as citronella. It is not just a myth that mosquitos are attracted to "sweet" blood. When you eat a diet high in sweet (bananas, juice, sugar), you become a palatable target. Increase bitter foods such as leafy greens and consider supplementing with neem capsules which are blood cleansing. Speak to your ND about essential oils for bites and natural homeopathic pellets or creams for after-bites such <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Homeopathic_Apis_mellifica" style="color: purple;">Apis</a>.<br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
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Minor wounds to the skin such as cuts and scrapes disrupt the barrier and can lead to infections and scarring if not treated properly. Your natural first aid kit should contain a herbal antiseptic cream to apply to injured skin to disinfect the area. Some examples are creams that contain <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Calendula_officinalis" style="color: purple;">calendula</a>, neem oil, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Melaleuca_alternifolia" style="color: purple;">tea tree oil</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Yarrow" style="color: purple;">yarrow</a> and <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Symphytum_officinale" style="color: purple;">comfrey</a>. Other creams such as vitamin E cream or aloe are very beneficial to promote skin healing and reduce scarring. Essential for moms to keep on hand for active kids!<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
Bumps & Bruises</h3>
A must-have for everyone in their natural first-aid kit for any injury or trauma is <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Homeopathic_Arnica" style="color: purple;">Arnica</a>. This well known herb appears in many formats such as creams, gels, oils and homeopathics. This herb is well known for healing <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Bruises" style="color: purple;">bruises</a>and speeding up any injury. Homeopathic arnica can be used in creams or taken orally to help with any physical or emotional shock. In addition for injuries, lymphatic creams are handy to help with reducing swelling as are anti-inflammatory supplements which may contain herbs such as <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Curcuma_longa" style="color: purple;">turmeric</a> or boswelia. Speak to your ND to learn more about which anti-inflammatories would be good for you.<br /><br /><br />Putting together a natural first-aid kit can be fun and very handy to keep on hand this summer. Most of these suggestions are safe to use alongside with other conventional treatments. When you are empowered with knowledge, you can be more equipped to help yourself and family members with minor injuries to speed up healing. At <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: purple;">Naturopathic Foundations Health Clinic</a>, we accept walk-ins for acute naturopathic care for concerns such as sprains & strains, skin reactions, bites, scrapes, hives and other conditions. You don't need to be a patient of the clinic to use these services. Read more about <b><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/naturopathic-medicine/walk-in-acute-naturopathic-care/" style="color: purple;">naturopathic walk-in services</a>.</b><br /><br /><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><br /></span><i style="font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in joint health, pain and chronic disease. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</span></i></div>
Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-85366278334160960792019-05-18T12:36:00.000-07:002019-07-05T12:37:02.255-07:00An Ayurvedic Approach to Detox - Part 2<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">by</span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;"> Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFgH_pZDNPwmmyxAE0nWlOE0dFV2JoBcJ_i87TG_mcCz6ywgJh6qh_DNKUX1i-wMQq1w4ue8MdgbpQieR_PNMW3XQLkugft1ik1QU_wk8FPPGQZgAwfxbG_MLslobafDu7YiF6l5RA-Dk/s1600/Ayurvedic+treatment.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; clear: right; color: #164c18; float: right; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="233" data-original-width="349" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFgH_pZDNPwmmyxAE0nWlOE0dFV2JoBcJ_i87TG_mcCz6ywgJh6qh_DNKUX1i-wMQq1w4ue8MdgbpQieR_PNMW3XQLkugft1ik1QU_wk8FPPGQZgAwfxbG_MLslobafDu7YiF6l5RA-Dk/s320/Ayurvedic+treatment.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="320" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">In part 1 of </span><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2019/03/an-ayurvedic-approach-to-detox-part-1.html" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">'An Ayurvedic Approach to Detox</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">', we explored the routes of toxin elimination, the concept of </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.com/2015/12/agni-digestive-fire.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">agni</a></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> and </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.com/2016/03/do-you-have-toxic-am.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">ama</a></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> and the three types of Ayurvedic detoxification. In part 2, we will explore the deeper aspects of Ayurvedic detoxification known as </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/resources/cleansing/introduction-to-panchakarma" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">panchakarma</a></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Everyone has heard about detoxification and most people are keen to do it. </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">We all want to get rid of waste in the body, right?</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> Before you jump into a cleanse, you need to ask yourself a few questions to ensure that it is appropriate for you.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i><b>Are you able to take time off</b> - from work or activities? </i>You need to focus your energy on internal healing. Overtaxing yourself will distract you from the real detoxing activities.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i><b>Is your body strong enough?</b> </i>Cleansing means hard work for your body and when toxins move, it can temporarily increase the burden on your body. If you have chronic conditions, fatigue or chronic stress your body may be in survival mode which won't allow deep healing to happen.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><i><b>Do you have emotional support? </b></i>Cleansing can make your more tired, irritable or overwhelmed as your body eliminates. Ensure you have support to keep you motivated and on track.</li>
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Ama - Toxic Load</h3>
<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">If you are cleared for a detox, based on the amount of toxic burden in your body, a cleansing program can be outlined by your Ayurvedic practitioner. There are many questionnaires that can help you assess such as the </span><a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/583e337dd482e9bbbe0ee084/t/5cef0eb80f7ffe0001181bbf/1559170744508/Ama+questionnaire+2019.pdf" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">Ama Detox Questionnaire</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">.</span><br />
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<br /><b>When the vata, pitta and kapha go out of balance in your system, and your digestive fire is dampened, toxic waste known in Ayurveda as <i><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.com/2016/03/do-you-have-toxic-am.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">ama</a></i>, builds up in the GI tract. When it overflows, it enters the bloodstream, clogs the channels and deposits in the joints, muscles, organs and settles deeper in the tissues etc. </b>It can manifest as symptoms of brain fog, fatigue, body odour, constipation, lack of clarity or mood imbalances. An easy way to check if you have high levels of <i>ama </i>in your body is by checking your tongue when you wake up for a thick white/grey/yellow coating. If you have this coating, it indicates that there are toxins in your digestive tract. This is common in people with <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Candidiasis" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">candida</a> infections, chronic antibiotic use or <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Type_II_Diabetes" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">diabetes</a>.<br /><br />Once <i>ama</i> accumulation becomes chronic, a more thorough detox is needed to dislodge toxins from the tissues and move them out through the channels of elimination (bowels, skin, kidneys, etc.). This is the basis of <i><a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/resources/cleansing/introduction-to-panchakarma" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">panchakarma</a></i> or Ayurvedic detox, a thorough Ayurvedic detox program.</div>
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What is Panchakarma?</h3>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Traditional </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">panchakarma</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> treatment is an intensive detox which generally lasts 3 weeks in a residential setting where you experience a variety of treatments such as abhyanga, herbal regimens tailored to your body type, and specific diet or fasting under supervision of Ayurvedic doctors. In this process, </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">doshas </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">are provoked to expel toxins which can initially amplify symptoms before they subside. For example if you have sinus congestion, you may temporarily experience increased mucus, or if you have digestive issues, you may experience diarrhea. This is your body's way of speeding up elimination of toxins but must be done under supervision to ensure your body is working in the right direction.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Traditional </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">panchakarma</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> requires specific facilities in a residential setting, very strict diet and lifestyle guidelines and commitment to travel to a centre in India or abroad for several weeks. You are in full-time treatment with a specific routine of waking up and sleeping, timed medicine throughout the day, customized plant-based meals, bodywork therapies and supervision with Ayurvedic doctors to tailor your program each day. There is often a preparation phase a few weeks before and a long term plan for several months after </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">panchakarma</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">. While this is very therapeutic to help reverse chronic diseases and remove deep seated toxins, it becomes challenging for most people in the modern lifestyle to commit to this kind of detox. (You can read more about my personal detox experience in an Ayurvedic centre in India </span><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.com/2015/04/" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">here</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">.)</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Many of the systematic <i>panchakarma</i> therapies can be incorporated into simplified detox programs of 1 week or 1 month, tailored to your constitution and health concerns.</b><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> These therapies include diet and herbs or supplements individualized to your condition and constitution by your Ayurvedic practitioner, along with </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">Ayurvedic therapies</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> such as:</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/gharshana/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Gharshana</a>: exfoliating cleansing massage</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/abhyanga-ayurvedic-oil-massage/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Abhyanga</a>: therapeutic oil massage</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://www.sevayu.com/swedana/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Swedana</a>: steam bath or sauna treatment to expel toxins</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/nasya/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Nasya</a>: nasal oil application and face massage</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://www.sevayu.com/basti/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Basti:</a> medicinal cleansing enemas</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2019/05/fasting-is-it-right-for-you.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Fasting or mono diet</a></li>
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<br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">These treatments are most effective when several therapies are done in close succession (once a day for 3, 5, 7 days or once a week during detox) along with a specific diet and an environment at home to support healing. </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">These treatments are offered in the clinic or as self-care therapies under guidance by your Ayurvedic practitioner.</b><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> Spring and fall are generally the best seasons for panchakarma. If you are interested in an Ayurvedic detox, speak to </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> on what treatment plans can be customized for you with panchakarma therapies.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: georgia, utopia, "palatino linotype", palatino, serif; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a Naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus on joint health, pain and chronic disease. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</span></i></div>
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<i><br /></i><i>How often do you tune into your own breathing? Have you noticed that your breathing changes depending on what you are doing and how you are feeling - happy, angry, excited? Are you breathing more through your right or left nostril? Shallow or deep?</i><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUX-bjxRdmnhujvbmFgjI4mXi0bw1YmRcV_wdPy2wRD1b16NMuWdJqAeS3SMHA7Z4WB1VcifmKug1TiCYZ4EzXDc4dUgZUZpMNaxUZggfMgA162C2xFOblOhKfnp-wFbZVdnhq0vrDiMk/s1600/IMG_6501.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; color: #164c18; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUX-bjxRdmnhujvbmFgjI4mXi0bw1YmRcV_wdPy2wRD1b16NMuWdJqAeS3SMHA7Z4WB1VcifmKug1TiCYZ4EzXDc4dUgZUZpMNaxUZggfMgA162C2xFOblOhKfnp-wFbZVdnhq0vrDiMk/s320/IMG_6501.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="320" /></a>Breathing involves more than just providing oxygen to the lungs; it provides qi or prana (life force) to your entire system and is a bridge between the body, mind and consciousness. From the moment you are born, until your last breath, breathing is an automatic activity that goes on continuously whether you are aware of it or not. The more you can bring it into your awareness, the more you can pick up on cues that your body is telling you. For example, if your nose is always stuffy after meals, it could indicate that you have sensitivities to certain foods or that digestion is sluggish. If your breathing is often shallow and rapid, this could be a reflection of tension in your body and mind.<br /><br />The quality of your breathing determines your quality of life. Here are some self-care techniques that you can incorporate into your daily routine to help you breathe better. These can be adjusted based on your state of health, climate and current concerns.<br /><span style="color: #134f5c;"><br /></span><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #134f5c;">Self Care Tips for Breathing</span></h3>
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<span style="color: #134f5c;">Neti Pot</span></h4>
Neti, which means "nasal cleansing", is an Ayurvedic technique that dates back to ancient India and was used by yogis to improve breathing. This is a daily cleansing routine that involves gently irrigating the nose and sinuses with warm saline water to help flush out excess mucous, dust particles and waste from the sinuses. It can reduce congestion, prevent colds, reduce dryness and open up your breathing. Neti practice can be done in the morning, daily or weekly and can be customized with antimicrobial herbs, homeopathics and even probiotics to help restore balance in the sinuses. If the neti pot intimidates you, or if have never tried neti pot, your ND can show you how to do it safely and effectively.<br /><br /><h4 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #134f5c;">Nebulizer</span></h4>
For individuals who suffer from lung concerns such as chronic cough, sinusitis, COPD, mucous in the chest and asthma, the nebulizer is a tool to help deliver medicine directly to the lungs through inhalation. <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Glutathione" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Glutathione</a> is used in the nebulizer and is considered the best antioxidant to quench free radicals, increase immune function and decrease mucous in the respiratory tract. Glutathione is absorbed best through nebulized form or <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/intravenous/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">IV</a>. Homeopathic remedies can be added to the nebulizer to relieve specific symptoms. This is a treatment that is done in clinic initially under supervision by your naturopathic doctor, and can then be done at home. It is painless, easy to administer and can be done even for children to open up the respiratory tract.<br /><br /><h4 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #134f5c;">Steam Inhalation</span></h4>
One of the most popular DIY treatments for colds and coughs is steam inhalations. To do a steam inhalation, boil water, place into a bowl and sit with a towel over your head and inhale the steam through the nostrils for 5+ minutes. Warm steam helps relax breathing muscles, opens the bronchioles, lubricates the mucous membranes and loosens phlegm. Adding additional essential oils, such as eucalyptus, camphor or pine, can enhance the therapeutic effect. A short cut version can be done in the shower by applying a few drops of diluted essential oil into the tub and inhaling the steam in the shower in the morning. Essential oils can be customized based on your concerns. Oils with antimicrobial properties, such as tea tree, are good for fighting infections, and oils, such as camphor and eucalyptus, help open up breathing. In the clinic there are a variety of specific blends that can be used for infections, sinus issues and other respiratory issues. An add-on to the steam inhalation is the Ayurvedic nasya treatment which involves applying warm oil to the nasal passage and is often preceded or followed by steam inhalation to enhance the effect. Read more about <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/nasya/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">nasya here</a>.<br /><br /><h4 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #134f5c;">Pranayam </span></h4>
Exercises to help breathing are not a new concept. In the eastern traditions of yoga, Ayurveda and martial arts, specific techniques were refined over thousands of years to harmonize prana or qi and direct life energy to specific areas. This mastery over the breath is called pranayam. Alternate nostril breathing is one of these techniques which has become popularized and has been studied to reduce anxiety, promote mental clarity and much more. Increased energy, clarity, balanced breathing are some of the benefits. Pranayam can be practised by anyone, including children. If you can incorporate a minimum of 5 minutes in your daily routine to dedicate to bringing awareness to your breathing, the quality of your health will reflect the investment in your health. You can learn pranayam through many yoga or meditations instructors, or learn on your own with videos such as this one: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5m6tMjcF8k" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Nadi Shuddhi</a><br /><br />By paying more attention to your breathing and incorporating these tips, you can experience better breathing. If you have questions on your breathing, your ND can do an assessment and customize treatments and self-care techniques that you can do at home. Self care is the basis of a healthy lifestyle and the investment in wellness.<br /><br /><br /><i style="font-family: georgia, utopia, "palatino linotype", palatino, serif; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in joint health, pain and chronic disease. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</span></i></div>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-57648334542908755862019-05-04T12:35:00.000-07:002019-07-05T12:36:06.914-07:00An Ayurvedic Approach to Detox - Part 1<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">by <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a></i><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b><br /></b></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>If we were to oversimplify what health is, there are essentially two aspects you need to address: your building blocks and nutrients and your ability to eliminate.</b></i><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">According to Ayurveda, just like in naturopathic medicine, eliminating toxins is a foundation to building good health. There are many routes of elimination known as emunctories through which </span><a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Toxin" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">toxins</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> flow out of the body. This process is also known as 'drainage'. In Ayurveda there is an extensive understanding of how things move through the body. Waste material or </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">malas </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">are eliminated through the </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">srotas </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">or channels.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgks8lFKn5Zx2L1Esuor5eaNvh0wXXMK9zRm3caolKJtDk-htu498wFEDq7W1ZOB0kdc87VPsCdYOfp7K_EEAC4eqZLdptz-wpSHF6YSAymqOVNuuNv0tqicATaRaMDxasCXnPKqPajOP8/s1600/Detox+blog.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; clear: right; color: #164c18; float: right; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1354" data-original-width="1600" height="167" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgks8lFKn5Zx2L1Esuor5eaNvh0wXXMK9zRm3caolKJtDk-htu498wFEDq7W1ZOB0kdc87VPsCdYOfp7K_EEAC4eqZLdptz-wpSHF6YSAymqOVNuuNv0tqicATaRaMDxasCXnPKqPajOP8/s200/Detox+blog.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="200" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">The major </span><a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Elimination_of_Toxins" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">routes of elimination</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> are:</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">urination</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">sweating</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">breathing</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">menses</li>
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<br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">When toxins build up and the routes of elimination are clogged, disease starts to manifest. Exposure to toxins can come from food, environment, body products, hormones, internal metabolites and stress. When your system is healthy, your body is able to detoxify efficiently. Read more about factors that affect an individual's ability to eliminate toxins </span><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/05/eliminating-toxins-top-5-things-to.html" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">here</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">. Many supplements support detoxification but unfortunately often only recirculate toxins within the body. You need to work with your naturopathic doctor to ensure that toxins are released through the routes of elimination. For example a heavy metal detox supplement that you pick up in the health food store may help remove heavy metals in certain organs but unless there is something that binds it and pulls it out of the body, it may only deposit in a different area of the body.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">Ayurvedic Detox or Shodhana </span></h3>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">There are essentially 3 categories of Ayurvedic treatments:</span><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Rasayana:</b> Rejuvenation and wellness maintenance. This is done to prevent disease and slow down the aging process.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Samana:</b> Dosha balancing treatments. This is done when disease is mild to moderate and focuses on pacifying vata, pitta and kapha.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Shodhana: </b>Cleansing therapies. This approach is done to drive disease out of the body by 'provoking the doshas'. (An example would be naysa therapy to provoke Kapha out of the sinuses. If you have done this treatment, initially you may feel more congested because Kapha dosha is being provoked, but once congestion clears up, you feel light.)</li>
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<br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Many detox treatments in naturopathic medicine and Ayurveda are designed to 'shake up' and expel waste from the body and mind. </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Shodhana</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> is the basis of </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">panchakarma</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> or 5 -fold detox in Ayurvedic medicine where imbalances are methodically stirred up and driven out of the body. When the body responds it is not always in ways that are always comfortable or pleasant. This is always done under supervision with customized treatments since everyone has a different pattern of imbalance. A typical example in the naturopathic setting might be loose stools or vomiting during a cleanse, or experiencing skin reactions. So before you panic next time you start a new treatment plan, check with your naturopathic doctor with what to watch for. If you block a natural route of elimination - let's say you pop an anti-vomiting pill or an anti-diarrhea pill - you may be hampering what the body is trying to eliminate. </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">So understanding the routes of elimination can help you appreciate how the body is working <i>for </i>you instead of <i>against you.</i></b><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Depending how imbalanced you are, detox reactions may be absent, mild or stronger. Your </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">ability</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> to process and expel toxins is related to another concept that is prevalent in Ayurvedic medicine: agni & ama.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">The Interplay of Agni & Ama</span></h3>
<br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Another key concept in Ayurveda is </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.com/2015/12/agni-digestive-fire.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">agni</a> </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">which literally means 'fire' in Sanskrit. </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Agni</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> is essentially your digestive fire or your ability to break down and transform nutrients while burning off waste products. While digestion is important to provide nutrients that the body can use, elimination of waste is equally as important to stay healthy. For example, if you are eating very healthy meals 3 times a day, but only have one bowel movement, no matter how good your food is, it can become toxic while it ferments in your gut. </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">According to Ayurveda, waste material that your body can neither break down and use nor excrete is called <i><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.com/2015/12/agni-digestive-fire.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">ama</a></i> or toxins.</b><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> When your body accumulates </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">ama,</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> it becomes a breeding ground for disease such as cancer, obesity, heart attacks etc. When </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">ama</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> builds up, it can clog the channels in the body where nutrients aren't able to get absorbed properly and waste is unable to move out efficiently. A common example of </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">ama</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> translated into western medicine would be </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Candidiasis" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Candida</a></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> or yeast infections, where the body becomes a breeding ground for yeast due to stress, sugar intake and other factors.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Agni</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> not only applies to the principle of processing food, but also applies to how you process experiences, memories, emotions and sensory impressions. As we need to digest our food, we also need to 'digest' our daily experiences.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<i>Ama</i> in the first stage, tends to accumulate in the digestive tract. When it's identified at this point, it is easier to treat with diet, spices, herbs and lifestyle practices. Once it moves in the body and settles deeper into the tissues, more thorough cleansing is required. The main goal in any detox program is opening the routes of elimination and stirring up toxins so that they can be driven out of the body. We will explore <b>Panchakarma in Part 2 next month.</b><br /><br /><i style="font-family: georgia, utopia, "palatino linotype", palatino, serif; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a Naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus on joint health, pain and chronic disease. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</span></i></div>
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<br />Fall is a season of transition - from warm summer months of outdoor activity to the cold winter season of indoor activities. Change not only happens with the seasons, but is a continuous process with life situations, relationships and work. Take a moment and reflect on what is stable currently in your life right now...and what is changing. <b>How does change <i>feel? Do you cope well with change or does it make you feel unsteady? Do you feel afraid? Are you holding on or letting go?</i></b><br /><i><br /></i><b>For some people, change results in anxiety.</b> Often, feelings of worry and anxiety are reactions to thoughts of the future or fear of the unknown. You may experience instability, fear and a general sense of "holding on" as you step out of your comfort zone and face the unknown. Anxiety is a natural response to danger - or perceived threat. Your system is trying to protect you with the fight or flight response even though there may not be any actual danger.<br /><br />It may be a change of season, change in career, change of life stage (ie. puberty, menopause) - whatever change you are going through can lead to anxiety characterized by signs such as running thoughts, chronic worry, elevated heart rate, shallow breathing, sweating, short temper and many other signs. While temporary anxiety is a normal reaction, when it impacts daily activities or continues for extended periods of time, it can be disruptive and reduce quality of life. Chronic anxiety can even lead to other conditions such as depression, irritable bowel syndrome, substance abuse and other conditions.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #351c75;">What are the symptoms of anxiety?</span></h3>
Anxiety can affect anyone at anytime and can be acute or chronic. The most common symptoms relate to:<br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">muscle tension - causing spasms, headaches or pain</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">excessive sweating</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">dizziness</li>
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Anxiety is often a complex issue with more than one factor. Sometimes you may be able to identify the cause, especially when it is related to a specific event, but for many with chronic anxiety, routine daily activities can provoke constant worry. Lifestyle factors and nutrition are a commons causes of nervous system imbalances. In addition, if you are on new medications, speak with your doctor since some pharmaceuticals such as stimulants, thyroid medication and analgesics can have side effects leading to anxiety. Many times, zooming the lens to re-examine your fears can help bring them to the surface so you can start working at the tip of the iceberg.<br /></div>
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<span style="color: #351c75;">Ways to treat anxiety:</span></h3>
<b>Naturopathic doctors treat the person,</b> not just the condition, to restore balance. Your age, your health issues, prescriptions medications and symptoms are taken into account when creating a tailored health plan. <b>Below are a few ways to help ease anxiety:</b><br /><div>
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">1. Address Lifestyle Factors</span></b><br />First identify any stimulants that may be in your diet or environment and eliminate them. Caffeine in the form of coffee or chocolate stimulates the nervous system and if you are prone to anxiety, cutting caffeine out is a first step. Drugs, alcohol, and even sugar can also contribute to anxiety. Other stimulants in your environment such as loud noise, cell phones, TVs put your body in fight-or-flight more. Reducing stimulants, in addition to adequate sleep, exercise, yoga, meditation and 'down time' support nervous system balance and allows your body to relax. It is also helpful to identify factors in your life which have changed, such as jobs: relationships, homes, routine, outlook on life etc. Write these down in chronological order for the past month or year(s). This can help narrow down some factors contributing to feeling unsettled. When you identify factors, you may notice the anxiety softening by simply bringing it to your attention.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">2. Get Grounded through Bodywork</span></b><br />According to Ayurveda, anxiety is predominantly an imbalance of <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">vata dosha</a>, characterized by increased air & space elements and not enough earth element. During times of change, you may feel unsteady or like the ground below you is shifting as you try to hold your footing through life situations. Treating anxiety starts by supporting you to feel more grounded. There are many ways to do this. Grounding foods such as root vegetables, warm liquids, healthy fats and protein nourish and stabilize the body. Sitting, squatting or keeping your feet on the ground help you connect with the earth. Bodywork such as massage, cupping or acupuncture is very effective for treating anxiety by connecting you with your body. <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/abhyanga-ayurvedic-oil-massage/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Ayurvedic oil massage</a> or abhyanga is an excellent therapy for anxiety since it helps ground you and promotes deep relaxation.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">3. Support Nutritional Factors</span></b><br />Common causes of anxiety on a physiological level are through nutrient deficiencies and food intolerances. Food sensitivities and allergies can also stimulate adrenaline and make you feel anxious. Speak to your naturopathic doctor if testing for food sensitivities is beneficial for you. Many vitamins, minerals and <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Amino_Acids" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">amino acids</a> are lacking in our food and lead to deficiencies. When the nervous system is lacking nutrients, it cannot perform its functions properly. Speak to your ND if supplements such as <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/B_Vitamins" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">B vitamins,</a> <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Magnesium" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">magnesium</a>, glycine, inositol would suit your symptoms and constitution. There are numerous herbs that promote relaxation such as <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Scutellaria_lateriflora" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">skullcap</a>, lavender and <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Melissa_officinale" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">lemon balm</a>. How much to take, when and how can be tailored to your specific concerns. </div>
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">4. Seek Counselling</span></b></div>
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Managing anxiety on your own can make you feel like you are going in circles. Speaking about it with someone can help give you a different perspective and allow 'rambling thoughts' to find verbal expression. Sometimes speaking with friends and family can be supportive, but can also be a source of worry and fear of judgement. Consider working with a counsellor or psychotherapist to help identify triggers, especially if there is history of trauma or if you are having difficulty going through a life transition. Addressing the mental-emotional causes of anxiety along with supporting the nervous system with nutrients and bodywork can support you in a wholistic way if you are struggling with anxiety.</div>
<br /><br />While temporary anxiety is a normal response and can be managed with self-care techniques, if anxiety is a chronic concern for you or if you find that it is affecting your daily activities, speak with your naturopathic doctor. There are many ways to assess causes of anxiety and develop a treatment plan that is customized using nutrition, supplements, botanical medicine, counselling, acupuncture, homeopathy and other therapies to bring balance to your system. <b>As we wrap up this year, it is a good time to identify your challenges and stressors, and work through old patterns to make room for new growth. Take some time this fall to reflect on ways to stabilize yourself and open up to positive change.</b> For many people, this can be challenging to do fully on your own, so work with your practitioner who can support you through times of change.<br /><br /><br /><i style="font-family: georgia, utopia, "palatino linotype", palatino, serif; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in joint health, pain and chronic disease. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</span></i></div>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-27875908248881793852019-03-22T11:31:00.000-07:002019-03-22T11:31:04.228-07:00Is Google your Doctor?<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">by </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="background-color: white; color: #164c18; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp3Nry13kD6a7xliytmKwj4T4rKGrX0qQucubDBdDjOd9hZZeFOYZBMLDLogEoEzDSfjwnvnkVl5-QPwkWudaE-USUAbASCWP-Db9Ee4AFJxX9RBBUIuxemJ1sj6qLnE8xmb8UK9lwIy0/s1600/Doctor-Google-Headline.png" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; clear: right; color: #164c18; float: right; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp3Nry13kD6a7xliytmKwj4T4rKGrX0qQucubDBdDjOd9hZZeFOYZBMLDLogEoEzDSfjwnvnkVl5-QPwkWudaE-USUAbASCWP-Db9Ee4AFJxX9RBBUIuxemJ1sj6qLnE8xmb8UK9lwIy0/s320/Doctor-Google-Headline.png" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="320" /></a><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">How often have you looked up your condition or googled your symptoms? </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">You most likely have. In the process, you may have found that your symptoms could indicate a health risk and you have concerns spinning through your head.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">In all of history, we have never had so much access to information, and today, we can access almost anything through the internet. Most people are using the internet as a tool to find out health information to understand their conditions or search for treatment options.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Information at your fingertips can be a powerful tool but only when applied properly. When it comes to health, there is a plethora of information available; some of it valuable and some of it unhelpful. So we need to distinguish what can be applied to us, and what is not relevant. This is what conscious healthcare is about, understanding what is relevant for your unique constitution rather that judging things as good or bad. For example, coffee may be "bad" for you because of its stimulating properties that make the nervous system hyperactive, yet there are many studies out there that show that caffeine can have beneficial effects on cognitive decline such as dementia. </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">So is coffee good or bad? </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">It depends on your body, lifestyle, age, state of health and many more determinants of your health.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">So how do you know what you should do? How can you distinguish the valuable from the useless?</i><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">The quality of information on the internet varies significantly since anyone can post anything and it can be challenging to distinguish medical information from personal opinions or sensationalized info or marketing that is trying to sell you a miracle pill or guaranteed cure. </span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">It may look or sound good, but is it good for you? </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Each individual is unique so you should always check with your ND to check if that product is suitable for you.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Let's look at some of the ways you can use the internet for health advice and navigate through websites. You can:</span><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Learn the basic facts such as what is soluble vs. insoluble fibre, which foods are highest in pesticides and best to eat organic or what developments are happening each week in pregnancy.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Research about a health condition and prepare questions before your appointment.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Understand symptoms that need immediate care and prompt you to seek treatment.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Gain access to a community of people with similar conditions in forums, reducing the feeling of isolation.</li>
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Reserve web searches for the basics, not for serious concerns, multiple health issues or if you are several medications or supplements. Here are some guidelines on what to avoid:</div>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Online treatments may not be relevant and are symptom focused. Naturopathic medicine identifies the cause of the illness and treats according to the root cause. Online articles are often focused on a specific symptom or condition, whereas individualized medicine looks at how all the parts of the puzzle fit together. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Credibility of articles can vary and sometimes it is not easy to distinguish between medical pages from blogs with personal opinions. The pages that show up at the top of a web search are not necessarily the most reliable. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Avoid websites that are recommending a certain product or program. It is likely biased towards selling a product and may not be relevant for you.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">If you are on multiple medications or supplements</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Researching symptoms creates anxiety. The more you search, the more you might find out that it could be cancer or a virus or a severe condition. Before you work yourself up, it's good to have a doctor do an assessment.</li>
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The internet is a great tool for information, but it can never replace an assessment by a real doctor and their experience. Naturopathic doctors spend over 7 years of formalized training to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions and when to refer you for serious conditions. Your ND is not only providing you with medical knowledge but is providing you with clinical experience to make informed choices about your health care. They can also help guide you to trustworthy sites with current, evidence-based information. Together as a team, you can work together to make the best decisions for your well-being.</div>
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<i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: georgia, utopia, "palatino linotype", palatino, serif; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a Naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus on joint health, pain and chronic disease. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</span></i>Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-77121021437959940332019-03-18T11:39:00.000-07:002019-03-18T11:45:56.969-07:00Are Smoothies Ayurvedic ?<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="font-family: "cambria";">by <a href="https://www.doctorleena.ca/">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a></span><br />
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The smoothie craze is nowhere near slowing down. They are
quick to make, easy to eat on the go and you can throw just about anything in.
But did you know that there are a few reasons why smoothies may <i>not be good
for you </i>– at least according to Ayurveda? Here are a few reasons why and what
you can do about it.<o:p></o:p></div>
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1. Smoothies are cold</h3>
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If the ingredients are coming from the
fridge or freezer or you are adding ice you are killing your digestive fire.
Especially first thing in the morning, your body is warming up and the
digestive system needs heat to break down your food. When you drink something
cold, it takes a while for your stomach to warm up again – essentially you are
slowing down your digestion. Especially if you have low appetite or excess
weight, you want to avoid slowing down your metabolism.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Solution: </b>take out the ingredients the night before so
everything is room temperature when you blend it, or if there are ingredients
that are not as stable overnight, take them out first thing in the morning.
Once you do this for a while, if you go back to a cold smoothie, you will
likely feel the difference!</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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2. Too much sugar</h3>
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Most people like smoothies because they
taste good. Especially the ones loaded with banana, dates and fruits, in juice. The problem is you can be getting way too many grams of sugar
in one smoothie (even if you are not adding any 'sugar') which will shoot up your blood sugar and put stress on your
entire system. Even if you are not diabetic, dysglycemia, or imbalanced blood sugar
is becoming a leading health concern and can make you more prone to diabetes and
weight gain. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Solution:</b> limit your fruits. Berries and apples are a better
choice than banana, and ensure that you have some source of protein such as
protein powder, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, tahini. Protein and healthy fats will
help slow the release of sugar into your bloodstream. Use water or alternative milks (almond,
coconut) as a base instead of juice.</span></div>
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3. Kitchen sink phenomenon</h3>
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It seems great because you can throw
in everything that is supposedly good for you: greens, fish oil, proteins,
antioxidants, turmeric etc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In Ayurveda,
food that is a medicine works differently depending on when you take it, what
else with it and how you take it. A herb with water vs with honey will act
differently in your system. So just because you have everything in the
smoothie, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s going to be good for you.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Solution: </b>Sometimes less is more. Try rotating ingredients
in your smoothies and limit putting more than 5 different ingredients at a
time. Work with your practitioner to see when is the best time to take your
supplements. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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4. Improper food combining</h3>
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According to Ayurveda certain
foods shouldn’t be taken together because they digest differently. For example
meat and melon are a bad combination – melon digests quickly and the sugars
break down and ferment quickly leading to gas and meat takes longer to digest,
so you are setting yourself up for a digestive disaster. If you are busy or
don’t have a sensitive digestive system, you may not notice symptoms. In
smoothies, a common combination to avoid is milk and fruits. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Solution:</b> stick to 1-2 types of fruits (avoid banana &
orange juice) in a base of nut milk, plus a protein source and spices
(cinnamon, ginger) for digestive strength.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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5. Incompatable with your body type</h3>
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If you are familiar
with your Ayurvedic body type, now’s the time to customize your smoothie! If
you are a Vata type which is generally cold and has weak digestion, a cold
smoothie will be a digestive nightmare. A Pitta type which has stronger
digestion may get away with it. A Kapha type has slow metabolism to begin with
and craves for sweeter foods but generally does better with lighter smoothies
or green juices which are bitter and cleansing.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Solution:</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><u><b>Vata:</b> </u>room temperature smoothie with lots of ginger,
cinnamon, clove or nutmeg. These are warming spices that can help your
digestion. Since they have quick metabolisms, vatas can generally get away with
more naturally sweet foods (like bananas or fruits in smoothies – but in
moderation). In the winters, vatas should generally avoid smoothies altogether
and go for warm liquidy foods such as oatmeal, soup or gangi (congee).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b><u>Pitta:</u></b> tend to have a more heated up constitution so may
often crave cold foods, but they should still stick with room temperature
smoothies. Instead they can do cooling digestive spices like cardamom. They can
do green powders (if they don’t get enough greens in their diet) and moderate
fruit if they are active. Hydration is crucial for pittas, so a base of coconut
water can be refreshing for them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><b><u>Kapha:</u></b> to prevent weight gain which is common in this body
type, Kaphas should avoid sweet smoothies. They do better with fresh green
juices (celery, kale, spinach) or a smoothie without fruits. While nuts are
good for protein, they tend to be heavy and fatty for kaphas, so use them
sparingly. This body type does the worst on dairy so avoid milk or yogourt in
smoothies for Kaphas. They need food that is light and fresh.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Still not convinced that you are able to give up your
smoothie? There are ways you can make tasty and healthier combinations. Check
out one of my colleague’s blog <a href="https://www.theayurvedaexperience.com/blog/why-good-ayurvedists-dont-drink-smoothies/">here for more recipes</a> <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>If you are still confused, work with your Ayurvedic
practitioner to help give you customized ideas on what to it. There can be a
lot of information out there and the only ‘right diet’ is the one that is
customized to you!</b><o:p></o:p></div>
<!--EndFragment--><br />Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-27815671175095330492019-03-18T11:27:00.003-07:002019-03-18T11:27:54.975-07:00Obstacles to Healing: Ayurvedic Do's & Don'ts<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">by </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="background-color: white; color: purple; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Health is a natural state of balance of harmony - anything that gets in the way of this is an obstacle to healing. You may be doing many things "right" to be healthy, but have you looked at what might be "in the way"? For example, maybe you prepared a delicious, well-balanced meal and suddenly, you get a call from a friend that is upset with you...and you have a tummy ache the rest of the day.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Obstacles to healing can be for example, emotions such as anger or jealousy or lifestyle habits such as eating inappropriate food for the time of day or season. </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/ayurveda/" style="background-color: white; color: purple; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Ayurveda</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> has long recognized the importance of daily routines (</span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/introduction-to-daily-routine" style="color: purple;">dinacharya</a></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">) and seasonal routines (</span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">ritucharya</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">) to prevent disease. While some of these routines may have been considered as superstitious or old fashioned, there are many which have a scientific basis. You might be doing all the right things - eating organic, eating healthy, exercising, taking your supplements but, if certain lifestyle habits are out of alignment, it could be slowing you down. Let's look at a few of the lifestyle habits below and what to avoid:</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">Ayurvedic Don'ts</span></h3>
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">1. Ice Cold Smoothies</span></h4>
<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Smoothies seem like a convenient way to pack in fruits, veggies and proteins in one meal, but when they are loaded with ice or frozen berries it will put out your digestive fire. </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Digestion requires heat</b><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">, provided by your metabolic activity and blood circulation to the stomach. Ayurveda considers the digestive fire (</span><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-banyan-vine/details/the-digestive-fire" style="color: purple;">jatharagni)</a></i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> to be a driving force in breaking down food in your stomach so when you </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">eat anything cold, digestion quickly slows down.</b><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> If you are a </span><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="background-color: white; color: purple; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">vata</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> or </span><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/01/beat-winter-lethargy-with-ayurveda.html" style="background-color: white; color: purple; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">kapha</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> type, it's like you already struggle from gas or bloating and cold will worsen it. In the morning, your digestive fire is just beginning to wake up. When you eat anything cold, it will take around an hour for it to return to normal temperature depending on your body type. It is best to have smoothies that are room temperature (thaw out berries the previous night or keep the ingredients out of the fridge before blending). Other suggestions include avoiding cold fruits in the morning for breakfast, ice water with meals, or ice cream after meals.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">You digest best when you are relaxed. When you eating on the go, while walking, driving, or watching tv, your body is in sympathetic mode where the nervous system is activated. When you're distracted, you're less likely to pay attention to your chewing, notice signals from the body that you are full and enjoy the experience of the meal. </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Ayurveda suggests eating meals when relaxed, sitting down with minimal conversation to digest at your best. </b><i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">How often do you do this?</i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> The more you try this, the more likely you will feel satisfied from your meal.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">3. Suppression of Natural Urges</span></h4>
<i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">How often to you stifle a sneeze, hold your bladder until it's bursting, hold back a yawn in public? </i><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Due to hectic schedules or social situations, you may find yourself holding back natural urges until a convenient time or until the urge is gone. </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Natural urges like going to the bathroom, sneezing, yawning, crying, coughing, feeling hungry, thirsty or tired are natural signs from your body. </b><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Ayurveda has actually identified how suppressing specific urges can lead to imbalance and specific illnesses over time by disturbing the flow of doshas in the body and allowing toxins to accumulate </span><a href="https://ayurvedicscience.com/articles/suppression-of-natural-urges-becoming-aware-of-dharniya-and-adharniya-vegas/" style="background-color: white; color: purple; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">(read more)</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">. In some cultures, belching after meals is considered a sign that you have eaten well and in other cultures, passing gas goes unnoticed in public. While it may seem unpleasant or socially inappropriate, </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">it is important that you pay attention to what your body is telling you and allow a natural release when possible.</b><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;"> Next time you feel like sneezing, try allowing it to happen and see how you feel.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">4. Improper Food Timing</span></h4>
<i>You might be eating the "right" food for your body type or health concern, but are your timings off? </i>Your body is tuned to the natural cycles of the day. As the sun rises and reaches peak, so does your digestive strength. As the sun sets and night rolls in, metabolic activity slows down. <b>Tuning your mealtimes according to your digestive strength allows the body to work at its best.</b> When you eat when you are not hungry, or eat large meals at times when digestion is weak, or ignore hunger when you are busy, you are working against the natural forces of nature.<br /><br />The recommendation is to eat a <b>wholesome breakfast </b>before you start your day, followed by a well balanced <b>lunch between 11-1pm</b> (largest meal at the peak of the day when digestion is at peak) a light afternoon snack, and an <b>early dinner before sunset.</b> For many people, breakfast and lunch are light and quick and they are starving by the evening and either end up eating a very heavy dinner, or snacking before dinner. If you consistently skip breakfast because you don't have time or are not hungry, this creates havoc with your stress hormones. Heavy and late dinners are difficult to digest and lead to bloating, sluggishness and weight gain. <b>By simply adjusting the timings of your meal to optimize your digestion, you will notice that you feel lighter and healthier. </b>Speak with your ayurvedic practitioner who can help guide you on an eating regime customized to you while supporting your digestion<br /><br /><h4 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #0b5394;">5. Overstimulation of the Sense Organs</span></h4>
Your 5 sense organs are constantly receiving information from your surroundings through vision, hearing, taste, smell and touch. While the senses are crucial for survival, your body's resources are constantly processing this information. <b>When the senses are overstimulated, you may experience sensory overload, and divert energy needed for healing the body. </b><i>How do you do this? </i>It means reduce screen time, computer games, tv, bright lights and anything which stimulates vision and consequently the the nervous system.<br /><br />We live in an era where we constantly need to respond to sounds - such as cell phone beeps and calls which easily puts you into sympathetic mode where the body is unable to relax. Impressions through our senses are processed by the brain and leave an impression on the mind. When there is imbalance, this can lead to anxiety, ADHD, hyperactivity and general disturbance. In yoga and Ayurveda, there are several techniques to help you gain control over the 5 senses and currently, "float tanks" (which minimize noise, light and other stimuli) are becoming very popular due to their relaxation benefits.<br /><br /><b><br /></b><b>When you can identify and remove obstacles in your diet and lifestyle, you are allowing the vital healing force of nature doing it's work.</b> Living in disharmony with the environment, the people around us and within ourselves, is the first step of dis-ease. <b>Work with your naturopathic doctor or Ayurvedic practitioner to help you identify obstacles to your health and find harmony in your daily routine.</b></div>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-84062682198750427622018-05-02T15:12:00.000-07:002018-05-13T15:12:58.322-07:00Constipation? Get Moving Naturally<h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0.75em 0px 0px; position: relative;">
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<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf7DL_UjcFXGT1R1H28hd-Vpb9SVUCrCU7l32O-LtGzD4LW5ypEg1g39jYU9zJukNa9q6z-97PvwTEOWPSSuY7xs8XLTZVMWaLsrJ8BJ-7-d21Xo82TIfOOs7pH5PrPzgMJqYTuL-adAU/s1600/Colon_illustration.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; color: #164c18; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf7DL_UjcFXGT1R1H28hd-Vpb9SVUCrCU7l32O-LtGzD4LW5ypEg1g39jYU9zJukNa9q6z-97PvwTEOWPSSuY7xs8XLTZVMWaLsrJ8BJ-7-d21Xo82TIfOOs7pH5PrPzgMJqYTuL-adAU/s200/Colon_illustration.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="150" /></a>Let's face it - most people don't pay much attention to their bowel movements or make elimination a top priority in their day. A large percentage of people have unhealthy bowel movements and don't even realize it unless symptoms become uncomfortable. For many, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Constipation" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">constipation</a> means not going to the bathroom for many days and straining. However, chronic constipation is more common than you might think, and is an indication of imbalance, so it is important not to ignore it.<br /><br />A healthy person should have around 1-3 bowel movements daily with the consistency of a ripe banana. Healthy elimination starts with a bowel movement in the morning. According to the classical <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/ayurveda/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Ayurvedic</a> definition, when the body doesn't eliminate naturally first thing in the morning, it is considered a sign of imbalance - a mild form of constipation. If addressed with balancing diet, lifestyle and herbs, this can be corrected before it turns chronic and leads to more serious conditions such as hemorrhoids, rectal prolapse and bowel disease.<br /><br />While conventional medications or <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Laxative" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">laxative herbs</a> such as <i>senna </i>can give quick relief for blockages, they can cause cramping and discomfort and are not a long term solution since the bowels become dependent on laxatives. Many people will find that a morning coffee does the trick, but are unable to go without a stimulant such as coffee, meaning your body is not doing the job on its own.<br />Naturopathic medicine works with providing relief and removing obstacles to healthy elimination, while reminding the body to do its job.<br /><br />Some causes of constipation are related to diet (lack of hydration, inadequate fibre, food sensitivities, refined food), lifestyle (lack of exercise), stress and anxiety, and other conditions such as <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Hypothyroidism" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">hypothyroidism</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">IBS</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Depression" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">depression</a>, <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/05/therapeutic-role-of-diet-in-patients.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">cancer</a>and nervous system disorders. Increasing fibre or drinking more water may not always fix constipation for many people, so you need to look at what is out of balance and treat it accordingly. Read below for an overview of different types of constipation according to <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/ayurveda/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Ayurvedic body types</a> and ways to correct imbalances.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #0b5394;">Ayurvedic Body Types & Constipation</span></h3>
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Elimination is governed by <i style="font-size: medium;">apana vayu,</i><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span><i style="font-size: medium;">- </i><span style="font-size: x-small;">think of this as the force of the wind which helps expel things from the body. This force regulates the "urge" to go, and can be easily thrown off balance with stress, anxiety, overthinking, poor eating habits and excess activity. Have you ever had to go, but then you had to rush to work or run to do something and lost the urge? Elimination is natural so listening to your body is crucial. When you know your body type, you can understand which factors in your daily life will throw off your digestion and elimination. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">What kind of constipation you experience will depend on your constitution (vata, pitta, kapha), the season and symptoms with which you present. Additionally, tongue and pulse diagnosis can pinpoint what kind of imbalances are manifesting.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #0b5394;">Vata Constipation</span></h3>
There is an essential connection between the nervous system and elimination. When you are relaxed and at ease (parasympathetic mode), it is much easier to eliminate. When you are in fight or flight mode, blood and energy shunt away from your digestive system to your muscles in order to flee from what the body sees as potential danger. Chronic constipation develops quickly in individuals who have a Vata imbalance and is characterized by a dry colon with hard, dry stools. Eating too much fiber, such as raw vegetables, in <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Vata</a> constipation can actually worsen constipation because it is rough and drying.<br /><br /><div>
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Increase your water intake and healthy omegas to help lubricate the intestinal passage. Make time in the morning to eliminate without rushing. Avoid suppressing the natural urge to go, and avoid eating on the go. The nervous system plays an important role in the digestive system, so spending time to eat in a relaxed environment and eating at regular times can improve regularity. Working with your ND for a customized diet, soothing <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Demulcent" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">demulcent herbs</a> and natural lubricating suppositories can help with Vata constipation.<br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<br /><span style="color: #0b5394;">Pitta Constipation</span></h3>
Constipation in these body types is not as common as in Vata & Kapha, because of their innate digestive strength. However, elimination issues manifest from excess heat in the body, particularly in the colon, leading to mucus, inflammation, burning sensation and <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Hemorrhoids" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">hemorrhoids</a>. These body types tend to be "doers", often pushing their body's limits to get work done and ignoring natural urges.<br /><br /><b>Tips:</b><br />Hydration in key for <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/06/keep-cool-this-summer-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Pittas</a> and so is slowing down. Following a Pitta balancing diet with cooling foods such as abundant leafy greens, salads and fruits can help treat constipation. Acupuncture can also help reduce heat in the body and stimulate movement in the colon. Cooling herbs such as <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Aloe_vera" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">aloe vera</a> work well to soothe the intestines and work as a natural laxative.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #0b5394;">Kapha Constipation</span></h3>
<a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/01/beat-winter-lethargy-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Kapha</a> body types can struggle with elimination, in addition to fatigue and weight gain. This type of constipation is characterized by slow, sluggish bowels and mucous. Bowel movements tend to be large and oily. Eating heavy foods such as deep fried, excessive oil, cheese and creamy foods or eating late meals can aggravate this kind of constipation. Lighter food rich in fibre and vegetables are helpful to address this kind of constipation. If constipation is not addressed in a Kapha body, toxins can accumulate quickly and lead to weight gain, fatigue and other diseases.<br /><br /><b><br /></b><b>Tips:</b><br />Exercise and gentle self massage or dry skin brushing can help stimulate movement in the colon. Fibre and dry foods support elimination and reduce mucous and heaviness in the intestines. Warming digestive spices such as ginger and black pepper can help as well as drying, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Astringent" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">astringent herbs</a> and food (such as leafy green veggies). Triphala is a great herbal formula to address constipation in all types, including Kapha constipation. There are various ways and dosages to take this herb so speak with your ND to find out if this will help you.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
<span style="color: #0b5394;">Other Naturopathic Tips</span></h3>
Regardless of your body type, there are some foundational factors to ensure that your bowels move well. You can work on these tips with your naturopathic doctor to help identify your imbalances and what approach to take for your treatment.<br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Adequate water intake</b></li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Healthy oils </b>such as fish oils, ghee, coconut, seabuckthorn and olive oil</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Food sensitivity testing</b>: many people suffer from food sensitivities to dairy, wheat and other common foods. Identifying which foods are triggers for digestive health can make it easier to treat constipation.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Letting go:</b> identifying emotional blockages or areas where you feel "stuck" in your life - in relationships, career etc. Working with your practitioner with counselling, homeopathic remedies, acupuncture and body work can help you release unprocessed emotions which often coincide with physical symptoms such as constipation.</li>
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<br />If you notice any changes in your bowel movements, it is important to bring it up with your naturopathic doctor as they could be a sign of a more serious health issue such as hypothyroidism, bowel obstruction, IBD or side effects of medications. While constipation is common, it isn't normal or healthy. You don't have to live with constipation - there are natural treatments that can bring relief. Healthy elimination means the body is able to dump out toxins and help your body work much more efficiently!<br /><br /><i style="font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in joint health, pain and chronic disease. She has a special interest in Ayurvedic nutrition. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</i><br /><i style="font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><br /></i><i style="font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4YW7WJDTAsOjuWovQ_X9G8fyy5gjBtKJNs6-2SPDz-nlSVzNsn-vfZdHmOu5k8ZhYDcEettKJRBfmzXoVw16crcqyTf_19kbBJdkOtOK3rNmaQf46wdSIyvLPbPbotgGNvefrNg_slm8/s1600/CAND-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4YW7WJDTAsOjuWovQ_X9G8fyy5gjBtKJNs6-2SPDz-nlSVzNsn-vfZdHmOu5k8ZhYDcEettKJRBfmzXoVw16crcqyTf_19kbBJdkOtOK3rNmaQf46wdSIyvLPbPbotgGNvefrNg_slm8/s1600/CAND-1.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" /></a></i></div>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-24262348502513056812018-05-02T15:11:00.000-07:002018-05-13T15:11:58.411-07:00Spring Cleaning: Your Home<span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">by </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="background-color: white; color: purple; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;">, ND & Marie Lennox</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Georgia, Utopia, "Palatino Linotype", Palatino, serif; font-size: 13.2px;" /><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Spring is a time for renewal. The body does its clean up after the winter and begins to <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/04/spring-detox-your-skin.html" style="color: purple;">detoxify</a>. Externally, it is also a good time to clean up your environment – at home, work or even in the car. Removing old clutter makes space for new things and can help you feel more at ease in your space. Physically cleaning your environment can go a long way in helping you feel reenergized this season.</span></div>
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When you clean with conventional products, unfortunately you are exposing yourself to <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Environmental_Chemicals" style="color: purple;">chemicals</a> that interfere with health - often unknowingly. Common products that contain chemicals are laundry detergent, softeners, dish soap, air fresheners, bathroom cleaners, drain cleaners and many more common household cleaners. These chemicals can enter through your skin, eyes or respiratory tract and can be very toxic to adults, children and pets. You can read more on common contaminants <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/4314/2842/1142/NF13_Environment_Contaminants_chart.pdf" style="color: purple;">here</a>.</div>
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During spring, the body is naturally trying to detoxify so you want to minimize toxins in your food & environment. Even if you are eating organic, exercising and keeping up with a healthy lifestyle, you could be getting unhealthy chemicals through household cleaning products. At <b><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: purple;">Naturopathic Foundations</a></b>, we use natural cleaning products and techniques, and thought we would share some healthy and easy spring cleansing tips that you can use at home.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
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While your fridge may store many of your nutrient-rich foods, it is one of the most common places that harbours rotting food and unhealthy mold. Start by clearing out food shelf by shelf. Check for expiry dates, and throw food in compost and recycle glass jars in the blue bin.</div>
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Washing your clothes with conventional detergents and softeners leaves residue on clothing and bedsheets which gets absorbed through the skin. This increases the toxic burden on the body and can eventually lead to hormonal imbalance, autoimmune conditions, cancer, and more.</div>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">1/2 c. white vinegar in the rinse compartment to soften and deodorize your clothes and replace softeners. This is especially great for baby clothes and will not leave a vinegar smell. Choose natural laundry detergents which are environmentally safe and natural (unscented is best).</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Essential oils placed on a damp cloth and placed with clothes in the drier will give a natural scent to your clothes. Choose essential oils such as lavender, jasmine, eucalyptus or any other blend you like. Check out the wide variety of essential oils in the clinic that you can use for this.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Drier balls can be used to reduce the time of your load by creating more space in the load. We have some available at the clinic at the front.</li>
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Tables, counter tops, floors pick up dust, grease and grime and cleaning with water won't always cut it. When you use conventional surface cleaners, chemical residue sticks to the surface and can be picked up by crawling infants, pets and adults through the skin. Keeping a bottle of homemade surface cleaner in a spray bottle will come in handy for regular use.</div>
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This non-toxic solution can clear drains clogged with grease and residue and is much safer than corrosive drain cleaners.</div>
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Essential oil diffusers break up aromatic oils into small volatile particles in the air and add a wonderful fragrance on the home that is non-toxic. You can choose oils that you like for their scent or even their therapeutic properties. Lavender and floral scents tend to be calming, while citrus scents tend to be energizing and invigorating. We carry diffusers in the clinic that you can use at your home or office.</div>
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You will find that if you can replace your conventional household cleaners with natural alternatives, you will reduce the toxic burden in your home and support the healing of you and your family. We carry a variety of natural cleaning products and essential oils at the clinic which you can come in to learn about anytime.<i> You can speak with any of the </i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/" style="color: purple; font-style: italic;">naturopathic doctors at Naturopathic Foundations </a><i>to find out more about ways you can help reduce toxins in your home, food and body care products, and improve your body’s ability to detoxify.</i><o:p></o:p><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw_IYfqpXL0zuR5i39d0zilPJC9sJRcWo7muoXDK3tpa53G9Kt8hymSU2p6j7z-y_lo0zc9jP2OCJ2cbSIb5eVhumWGh7FKbzvF2Y9Ks1u8H0x8F0l-Ri3dDS8VfFsDsbdw4nZ4tG4a4c/s1600/CAND-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="color: purple;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw_IYfqpXL0zuR5i39d0zilPJC9sJRcWo7muoXDK3tpa53G9Kt8hymSU2p6j7z-y_lo0zc9jP2OCJ2cbSIb5eVhumWGh7FKbzvF2Y9Ks1u8H0x8F0l-Ri3dDS8VfFsDsbdw4nZ4tG4a4c/s1600/CAND-1.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" /></a></div>
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<br /><i>Have you noticed that when you eat certain foods, your skin breaks out? Do certain foods make you feel more bloated or sluggish? </i>Common symptoms such as under active thyroid, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Insomnia" style="color: purple;">insomnia</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Headache" style="color: purple;">headaches</a>, <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/10/bloating-why-is-it-so-rampant.html" style="color: purple;">bloating</a>, weight gain, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Acne_Vulgaris" style="color: purple;">acne</a> and skin conditions respond differently to different types of food. <i> </i>Whether you notice it or not, the kind of food you eat impacts how your body works. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR-5oM5FnCl42dHa6U_xgk7AKrPlflb_IMWsmwnuhPC5XfJnsDyD2SA0Y-vrCwP-XQ6LtrjF1zqDQS5jbxpxXUVYSIveMAVw3jnNnkkRltyXyat7erHJyZCNhyphenhyphen4mcnSIAfaPaPT4HBxxM/s1600/FAM0000A080.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; color: purple; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR-5oM5FnCl42dHa6U_xgk7AKrPlflb_IMWsmwnuhPC5XfJnsDyD2SA0Y-vrCwP-XQ6LtrjF1zqDQS5jbxpxXUVYSIveMAVw3jnNnkkRltyXyat7erHJyZCNhyphenhyphen4mcnSIAfaPaPT4HBxxM/s320/FAM0000A080.jpg" style="background: transparent; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="320" /></a><br />Food and lifestyle play a significant role in laying the foundation for your health. If you do not have a solid foundation in a diet and lifestyle regime suited to your constitution, treatments such as supplements, herbs, acupuncture and massage can only take you so far in treating and preventing disease. Below are examples of how you can customize your diet to reduce your symptoms, along a perspective from Ayurveda and the 5 elements.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
Dry Skin</h3>
<br />Dry skin is often caused by a diet that is dehydrating; a diet lacking fluids and healthy oils, or a diet with too much dry food. If you eat right and have a healthy skin routine, your skin should be naturally soft, supple and moist, even as you age.<br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Nutrition for dry skin, involves reducing dry food (nuts, chips, fried food etc)</b></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Address dehydration with increased fluids (water, electrolytes, herbal teas, soups). </b></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Increase healthy oils internally such as avocados, olive oil, coconut oil, fish oils, ghee etc. </b></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">According to Ayurveda, when air element is elevated, such as in a person with a <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: purple;">vata</a> constitution, skin tends to be more dry and rough. Eating foods that are <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: purple;">vata</a> pacifying can help moisturize and rejuvenate your skin from the inside out, along with topical applications such as <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/abhyanga-ayurvedic-oil-massage/" style="color: purple;">oil massage</a>.</li>
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When you understand when the elements are out of balance in your skin (too much/too little), you can eat foods to help restore balance. Speak to your ND to see which imbalances you have and what you can do in your diet and daily routine to find a healthy balance.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
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<br />If you are not settled or grounded at the end of the day, you will have trouble falling asleep. <i>Have you ever noticed that you can't sleep if you eat too light a dinner? Or if you eat heavy food before bed? </i>What kind of food you eat, when you eat and how you eat will make a big difference in your sleep quality. So many people struggle with sleeping and seek relief through sleeping pills and other medication - without making any changes in their diet. If you want to improve your sleep quality, try making some dietary changes and see how you feel.<br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Eating foods that are more 'yang' are more energizing and are less supportive for relaxation. Examples of <b>'yang' foods to avoid are caffeine, sugar, spicy foods and stimulants.</b> </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Ensure you finish your dinner by 8:00 pm at the latest (ideally by sunset) and avoid skipping dinner. Aim to have a regular set dinner time.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">To help you feel settled at night, <b>a diet rich in grounding foods can help you sleep better: warm, nourishing soups and stews, healthy oils, steamed or boiled food, and root vegetables. </b></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">According to Ayurveda, an excess of air and fire elements and a deficiency in earth element are commonly associated with poor sleep and manifest as: restlessness, overactive nervous system, and racing mind. Your diet should be customized to correct these imbalances.</li>
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Headaches</h3>
<br />Though <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Headache" style="color: purple;">headaches</a> and <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Migraine_Headache" style="color: purple;">migraines</a> are common, they are not normal and indicate an imbalance; a blockage in energy and circulation in the some part of the body. Headaches have many causes such as structural issues, dehydration, blood deficiency, food sensitivities and stress. Once structural causes are identified and addressed with treatments such as stretching, <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/abhyanga-ayurvedic-oil-massage/" style="color: purple;">massage</a>, <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/cupping/" style="color: purple;">cupping</a> and acupuncture, you need to address your diet.<br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Ensure that you drink at least 6-8 glasses of water a day, have enough electrolytes, and have some portion of your food that is hydrating such as soups, stews and foods with high water content.</b></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Food sensitivities can trigger headaches. <b>Common food sensitivities are dairy, wheat, eggs and soy, though testing can reveal less common sensitivities such as nuts, certain fruits and veggies or grains.</b> Eating foods that you are sensitive to creates inflammation in your digestive tract over time and can lead to other serious health issues.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Anemia and blood deficiency (according to TCM) is a major cause of headaches, especially in women. <b>Including foods rich in iron such as nettle tea and beets can help. </b>Iron is just one of the minerals needed to build blood and tissues. Other minerals such as copper, zinc, calcium, magnesium may be needed from food, supplements or tissue salts.</li>
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<br />From an Ayurvedic perspective, if you struggle with overthinking, doing too much activity, or are stimulated by electronics for long periods of time, you may accumulate excess air and fire elements, often determined as a <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: purple;">vata</a> or <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/06/keep-cool-this-summer-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: purple;">pitta</a> imbalance.<b> In this case, it is very beneficial to have a vata or pitta pacifying diet depending on which dosha is out of balance, under guidance of your Ayurvedic practitioner</b>.<br /><br /><h3 style="margin: 0px; position: relative;">
Snoring/Postnasal drip</h3>
<i><br /></i><i>Do you or a loved one struggle with snoring and poor sleep as a result? Have you noticed how the food you eat affects snoring? </i>There may be structural reasons why you snore, so you first need to rule out any injuries or obstructions. Once that has been ruled that out, the next factor contributing to snoring is the health of your mucous membranes - from your gut to your sinuses. Foods that you are sensitive to will cause inflammation in mucous membranes so if you haven't been tested, check with your ND about testing for food sensitivities (which can range from dairy, gluten to grains and fruits/vegetables).<br /><br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>One of the primary foods that contributes to snoring is yeast, commonly found found in beer or bread, and thrives in a person with high sugar intake.</b> If you struggle with snoring, examine your diet for <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/inflammatory-bowel-disease-part-3-food.html" style="color: purple;">food sensitivities</a>, yeast and sugar and aim to eliminate them for several weeks or months under guidance of your ND. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Individuals with a <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/01/beat-winter-lethargy-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: purple;">kapha </a>constitution are more prone to blockages in the respiratory track and more prone to yeast proliferation so they may need to have a stricter diet to improve their snoring. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">In addition to dietary changes, treatments such as <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/nasya/" style="color: purple;">nasya</a>, acupuncture, steam inhalation, nasal rinses and breathing techniques can improve snoring.</li>
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While some aspects of diet are straightforward and apply to the general public (such as eating more healthy oils, less refined sugar, more vegetables etc.) there are many more aspects to diet that are complex and need to be customized. Here is what you can do:<br /><br /><ul style="line-height: 1.4; margin: 0.5em 0px; padding: 0px 2.5em;">
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Try cooking more at home</b>. If cooking intimidates you, join a cooking class or just start experimenting. It is much easier to customize food for your own body when you make it yourself.</li>
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<br />Depending on your constitution, activity level, age and health concerns, different foods can be tailored to your needs. <b>If you would like to know more about how your diet might be impacting your health issues, speak with your naturopathic doctor. </b>Food can be a wonderful and delicious medicine if you know how to use it for your body type and health concerns.<br /><br /><br /><i style="font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in joint health, pain and chronic disease. She has a special interest in Ayurvedic nutrition. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment.</i></div>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-66818787155245291612018-01-03T13:10:00.001-08:002018-01-03T13:10:05.954-08:00Start the New Year with Self-Care<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<i>By <a href="http://naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/">Dr. Leena Athparia, ND</a></i><br />
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<i>How many of you find yourself motivated to make New Year's resolutions, only to drop them and end up feeling discouraged ? </i>Maybe you want to lose weight, exercise more, eat a healthier diet or have more time for yourself. When you start integrating simpler, more manageable healthy habits into your daily routine that you do <i>consistently</i>, it is much easier than making ambitious goals. The small things that you do for your health add up, allowing you to prevent disease and feel better every day.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidGa-J8-FSI7TcTWA23les8HR_n2pa4ay2wRy74zSFslZAHtqneMmjUiogbWArZIVaSqm_HvRD1MF0ySP2A90tSVv4o3YNYyH-qhleASzowm9zzki8GVBZloeAzi47d7nnwSNTXX5DsqY/s1600/Ayurvedic+therapies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="480" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidGa-J8-FSI7TcTWA23les8HR_n2pa4ay2wRy74zSFslZAHtqneMmjUiogbWArZIVaSqm_HvRD1MF0ySP2A90tSVv4o3YNYyH-qhleASzowm9zzki8GVBZloeAzi47d7nnwSNTXX5DsqY/s320/Ayurvedic+therapies.jpg" width="320" /></a>There are many <i>self-care</i> routines that you can incorporate this year. These are practices that you can do on your own such as: <a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/elements-of-ayurveda-how-to-give-an-ayurvedic-self-massage">self-oil massage</a>, <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/7513/7088/0736/NF13_Dry_Skin_Brushing.pdf">dry skin brushing</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Therapeutic_Salts">baths with therapeutic salts</a> or morning stretches. Self-care also means tune-ups with your naturopathic doctor - depending on your state of health, this could mean monthly acupuncture sessions, regular massages or body work to realign yourself. Just like you go to the dentist every 6 months and brush your teeth daily for <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/04/oral-health-5-common-concerns.html">oral health</a>, self-care is essential for optimal health and prevention of disease. Many people often go to the doctor when they are sick or have pain however, the naturopathic approach helps identify and prevent illness before you feel symptoms, saving you time and money in the long term.<br />
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When you take care of yourself, you will naturally be able to take care of the things around you that matter most: kids, family, career etc. Some people feel guilty taking time for themselves; it's not about being selfish, but instead it's about nurturing yourself. When your body, mind, emotions and spirit are in harmony with each other, you will not only feel great, but you will feel fulfilled with your life purpose.<br />
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According to Ayurveda, <i><a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/introduction-to-daily-routine">dinacharya</a> </i>is a term used to describe daily routine and self-care practices which restore balance and attune ourselves to the natural fluctuations of nature. Below are a few suggestions for you in the new year and beyond.<br />
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<b>1. </b>Start the day with a <b>warm glass of water.</b> Sounds so simple, but how many of us actually do it regularly? This will help flush out accumulated toxins after the night and stimulate the digestive system to cleanse. For some individuals, lemon-water or light herbal teas may be advised.<br />
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<b>2. Eliminate.</b> No matter how much good food your eat or quality supplements you take, if you are not emptying your bowels in the morning regularly, you are accumulating waste material. Spending the time in the morning to eliminate is a basic healthy habit. If you struggle with constipation, you should speak with your naturopathic doctor as it is a sign of imbalance.<br />
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<b>3. Care for your body</b>. Depending on your constitution and the season, self-oil massage or dry skin-brushing can help nourish and cleanse your skin. For example, if you have a <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html">vata</a> constitution, a warm oil self massage prior to showering can promote circulation and be a grounding to start the day. If you have a <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/01/beat-winter-lethargy-with-ayurveda.html">kapha</a> constitution, dry skin brushing can also help stimulate lymphatic drainage.<br />
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<b>4. Exercise</b> and/or <b>meditate</b>. It may initially seem difficult to do, but starting the day consciously with even 5 minutes of meditation will enhance the quality of your day. <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/01/beat-winter-lethargy-with-ayurveda.html">Kapha</a> body types need more vigorous exercise, while <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html">vata</a> types need gentler movement or meditation and <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/06/keep-cool-this-summer-with-ayurveda.html">pitta</a> types need moderation.</div>
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<b>5.</b> Start the day with a nourishing <b>breakfast </b>balanced with enough protein<b> </b>- don't skip it before rushing out the door or replace it with a sweet beverage that will spike your blood sugar levels and leave you feeling depleted. Aim for <b>lunch</b> to be the largest meal of the day, and <b>dinner </b>to be early and lighter for digestive health. Try to learn more about your Ayurvedic constitution so you can make dietary choices more aligned for your body. (Learn more about seminars on this topic <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/patient-education/">here</a>).</div>
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<b>6. Hydrate!</b> Seems easier said than done, but it is crucial to have adequate water during the day to keep your skin soft and support cellular detox. Aim for 7-9 glasses of water per day. Drinking warm or adding lemon, ginger or other herbs can make it more palatable for those who don't like to drink water. There are also many herbal teas in the clinic that are therapeutic. Preparing a warm cup of tea can be very healing in itself, in addition to the therapeutic benefits of the herbs which work gently but effectively.</div>
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<b>7. Schedule in appointments for self-care</b> ahead of time rather than waiting until symptoms come up. If you struggle with body pain, regular bodywork can be very effective at preventing issues from worsening. For example if you suffer from tension headaches, <b>monthly <a href="https://www.doctorleena.ca/acupuncture">acupuncture</a></b> can keep them at bay. If you have arthritic pain, <b>regular <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/abhyanga-ayurvedic-oil-massage/">Ayurvedic oil massage</a></b> can nourish the joints and prevent poor circulation in the winter. These treatments can be done weekly, monthly or at every season transition. <b><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/cupping/">Cupping</a></b> can also be done monthly or every 3 months for maintenance for muscle tension, scar tissue or detox. Speak to your naturopathic doctor on what would be the best maintenance treatment frequency for you depending on your health status.</div>
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<b>8.</b> <b><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/3413/7088/0733/NF13_Castor_Oil.pdf">Castor oil packs</a> </b>are very effective for reducing inflammation and detoxifying the liver. If you struggle with digestive complaints, menstrual issues or have a sluggish liver, speak with your naturopathic doctor on how often you can do castor oil packs. Adding this to your daily routine will feel good.</div>
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<b>9.</b> Treat yourself to a <b>hot bath with alkaline salts</b> and <b>essential oils</b>. Your skin is the largest organ of elimination, and in winter time we barely sweat. Soaking in a hot tub with ease tight muscles, allowing minerals to nourish your skin and eliminate toxins. If you have skin issues, you may need to soak 3x/week, otherwise a weekly bath can wash away physical and mental emotional residue. </div>
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<b>10.</b> <b><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/04/sleep-top-5-things-to-remember.html">Sleep</a> on time.</b> Most people find themselves in a vicious cycle of struggling to get up and get everything done in the day, and sleeping later than planned. Quantity and quality of sleep are equally important, and can be promoted by simple sleep self-care routine such as: foot baths or massages before bed, screen-free time, meditation or listening to soothing music. If you end your day with a restful sleep, you will find your quality of day will improve, leaving you more time to do the things you love to do.</div>
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11. <b>Regular appointments with your Naturopathic Doctor. </b>Remember that the conventional medical system is geared to treat disease and while it can be effective in acute situations, it is not as preventative in nature. The naturopathic approach involves identifying signs of imbalance even <i>before</i> you feel symptoms or before your bloodwork results come out abnormal. <b>Regular wellness checks</b> <b>are an important aspect of self-care</b> and will enable your ND to work with you to identify imbalances early on and guide you on how you can prevent certain disease that you may be susceptible to. For healthy individuals, yearly wellness checks that include a physical exam may be sufficient for health promotion, just like you would for your family doctor. For most people though, appointments every few months may be required just like you would with your dentist or any health care provider.<br />
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Try introducing 1-2 of the self-care tips into your day this week until it's established, before introducing another routine. Once healthy routines become healthy habits, it will seem less daunting and easier to do. <b>Remember, when you take care of yourself, you will be able to improve the quality in many aspects of your life</b>, so it pays off. If you are feeling challenged with any of the tips above or want to know what self-care routines are best for you, speak to your naturopathic doctor. Support and guidance can help you stay on track, and keep you inspired to make this year healthier than ever before!<br />
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<i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> & Caish Ayurveda with a focus in joint health, pain and chronic disease. If you are healthy and looking into preventing disease or learning more about your constitution, <i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18;">Dr. Athparia</a></i> can help you. Please visit <a href="http://www.doctorleena.ca/">www.doctorleena.ca</a></i></div>
Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com033 The Bridle Trail, Unionville, ON L3R 3Z1, Canada43.8764619 -79.30926399999998543.875746400000004 -79.310524499999985 43.8771774 -79.308003499999984tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-90273315259736109512017-10-28T14:49:00.003-07:002017-10-28T14:52:45.503-07:00How are Electronics Impacting Your Health?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">The use of cell phones, tablets, computers and other electronic devices has multiplied dramatically over the last decade at work, school and at home. We are witnessing the first generation of children that are growing up with continuous screen exposure in their environment. While there are numerous benefits and conveniences of technology, we are beginning to realize the long term health implications of screen exposure. This is an area that is often overlooked and is best addressed in early years to set healthy patterns later in life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvuLSRvLKrSgYUKeC3QD6B28ZkjQ5NL7t40J_3A7PYn06f6-ixUSrVAyNrtvNj1iWb976zU80TSRMog0v0gLZyNrLHcGooDJzMvKaWhOEAqRjIaokSlwV4WpPxmmLiLMrbzK5MKeqSnQM/s1600/screen+time.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvuLSRvLKrSgYUKeC3QD6B28ZkjQ5NL7t40J_3A7PYn06f6-ixUSrVAyNrtvNj1iWb976zU80TSRMog0v0gLZyNrLHcGooDJzMvKaWhOEAqRjIaokSlwV4WpPxmmLiLMrbzK5MKeqSnQM/s320/screen+time.jpg" width="320" /></span></a><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The prolonged use of cell phones in younger children is raising concerns on many fronts including the impact of electromagnetic radiation, sleep, posture and other problems. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Behaviour issues, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Attention_Deficit_or_Hyperactivity_Disorder_(ADD/ADHD)">ADHD</a>, </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">impulsiveness</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> and temper tantrums have all been linked to increased technology use and frustrated parents often resort to prescribed medications to help control the behaviour problems, leading to other side effects. The effects of <a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.ca/search?q=radiation">electromagnetic radiation</a> is largely underplayed but can have significant impact on health. Especially in children where the brain, skull and nervous system system are still developing and hence they are more vulnerable to radiation. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We are just beginning to understand the effects of radiation on mucous membranes leading to gut permeability and digestive issues. While the effects of radiation may not be instantly noticeable, there are long term effects which may include digestive issues, mood changes, behavioural issues and more. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Other concerns of technology use include neck & shoulder tension, leading to headaches and more serious concerns in c</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">hildren & adults alike</span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">. Eye strain and vision issues are directly related to the amount of screen exposure and radiation from electronics is raising concern. </span><br />
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Despite claims that say that computer games will make your child smarter, the reality is that they only develop certain aspects of brain function, and it may not be well-rounded learning.</div>
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<li>Children who spend more time in front of a screen may develop increased restlessness, impulsiveness and d<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">ecreased attention span. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">The ability to focus, pay attention to others and communicate with them with verbal & non-verbal cues can be reduced when replaced with too much time in front of a tablet or cell phone screen.</span></li>
<li>Developmental concerns such as ADHD are on the rise, and naturopathic medicine can help support your child's nervous system and brain development through supplements such as fish oils, nervine herbs and a whole food diet. Especially in the first few years of life, a child's brain is sensitive and develops rapidly. They need a supportive environment to grow in a healthy manner.</li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It is a known fact that the light emitted from electronic devices affect the brain. When it is dark outside at night, the body naturally produces <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Melatonin">melatonin</a>, a hormone that helps you sleep. In the presence of blue light emitted from electronic screens, the body's production of melatonin declines making it more difficult to fall asleep and have a deep, restful sleep. </span><br />
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<li>If you (or your child) is having difficulty sleeping, ensure there is no screen time at least 1 hour before bedtime. Speak to your ND on options to filter blue light on your screens and other natural supports for a restful sleep.</li>
<li>Children should not speak on cell phones directly as the radiation easily passes through to the brain and they should never sleep with cell phones or other electronics next to them due to the constant radiation that they emit. </li>
<li>Ensure all gadgets are turned off at night such as wifi, cell phones and computers. Aim to keep all electronics that can't be turned off at least 3' away from you or your child.</li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Most people struggle with healthy posture. In addition, when you are sedentary at a desk or fixated on a screen, your attention generally goes to what is happening "there" vs. "here" in your body. </span><br />
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<li>As an experiment, stand in public transit or in a public place and just notice how many people are looking at a screen and observe their posture. Chances are that you are in ta similar forward-bending posture during screen time, causing neck strain, raised shoulders and caved-in chest. When this posture is constantly repeated, your muscles begin to adjust to that posture. This results in chronic neck/shoulder pain, headaches, tendonitis and more. If left ignored for a long time, it can take longer to treat. </li>
<li>Regular breaks and stretching can help reduce tension and bring awareness back to your body. There are various tools to help you with this as well as other <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/naturopathic-medicine/">naturopathic therapies</a> to help release neck stiffness such as acupuncture, cupping and massage.</li>
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<li>When you look at any screen for long periods of time without a break, the eye muscles naturally begin to adjust permanently to focus on nearer objects, while diminishing the ability to see in the distance. You may naturally blink less often if you are engaged in what you are watching. </li>
<li>When using any electronic device, ensure you take breaks frequently to look into the distance and rest your eyes. There are many naturopathic treatments for eye strain, and your ND can guide you on eye exercises & treatments to strengthen the eyes.</li>
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<li>Children who spend more time on the computer, replacing live play time with other children and adults may have slower development with social skills and empathy. They may become more irritable and agitated and develop low self-confidence. </li>
<li>Observe your child's behaviour and ensure valuable play time is not replaced with tv or computer for long periods of time. </li>
<li>Parents needs to set rules for balanced screen time use so that children understand they can enjoy digital technology within a limit. To help you understand healthy technology use, below are guidelines by the Canadian Pediatric Society.</li>
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<li><i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Screen time for children under 2 years old is not recommended.</span></i></li>
<li><i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For children 2 to 5 years, limit routine or regular screen time to under 1 hour per day.</span></i></li>
<li><i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Ensure that sedentary screen time is not a routine part of child care for children younger than 5 years old.</span></i></li>
<li><i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Maintain daily ‘screen-free’ times, especially for family meals and book-sharing.</span></i></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 16px;">As children and young adults return back to school, you need to help them understand reasonable limits for screen time. Parents can set a positive example of screen time, by taking breaks from electronic for mealtimes or family time to promote bonding. Based on age, you can set a limit of screen time for children per day so that everyone understands that these tools can be used, but within a certain limit. Avoid using cell phones as toys for infants & toddlers and use the speakerphone under supervision if it is necessary to speak with family members on the cell phone.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: 16px;">Encourage activities outdoors and physical activity where children and adults can interact and socialize. Plan breaks at the computer desk to stretch, look into the distance, and set time aside in the evenings away from screens during family time. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: 16px;">Your naturopathic doctor can help assess postural issues caused by prolonged screen time and give you tools to help reverse postural misalignment. In the <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/">clinic</a>, we have various tools for healthy posture and can customize treatments for muscle and joint discomfort using acupuncture, cupping, laser and massage. Herbs, homeopathics, nutraceuticals, along with dietary and lifestyle changes can help strengthen you from the inside out. Your ND can also help you prevent neck tension, headaches, eye strain, support mood and promote healthy brain development. Understanding how to enjoy technology while minimizing associated health effects can help you and your child enjoy a healthy transition back to school. Further reading:</span></span><i style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: georgia, "times new roman", serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/9814/3578/2038/Vital_Link_IRL_Summer2015.pdf">http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/9814/3578/2038/Vital_Link_IRL_Summer2015.pdf</a></i><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "cambria";"><br /></span><i style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18;" target="_blank">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor with a special interest in muscle, joint pain-related issues and has additional training in Ayurvedic treatments, acupuncture & cupping therapy. </span></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "cambria";"><br /></span><i style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">Dr. Athparia recently spoke at the <a href="http://ayurvedaassociation.ca/upcoming-events/">Ayurvedic Conference</a> in Toronto at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (Oct 21-22, 2017) on this topic. If you feel you or your family members' health is being impacted by the use of technology, there are many ways to help mitigate the negative effects of electronics. </span></i></span><i style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: georgia, "times new roman", serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><span style="line-height: 13.85pt;">Please contact </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; line-height: 13.85pt;">Naturopathic Foundations</a><span class="apple-converted-space" style="line-height: 13.85pt;"> </span><span style="line-height: 13.85pt;">at 905-940-2727 or email</span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="line-height: 13.85pt;"> </span><a href="mailto:lathparia@naturopathicfoundations.ca" style="color: #164c18; line-height: 13.85pt;">lathparia@naturopathicfoundations.ca</a><span class="apple-converted-space" style="line-height: 13.85pt;"> </span><span style="line-height: 13.85pt;">to book an appointment with</span><span class="apple-converted-space" style="line-height: 13.85pt;"> </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; line-height: 13.85pt;">Dr. Leena Athparia ND</a><span style="line-height: 13.85pt;">.</span></i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dr. Athparia at the <a href="http://ayurvedaassociation.ca/">Ayurveda Conference Toronto</a>, 2017</td></tr>
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Have you ever taken a moment to tune in to how your joints really feel? If you suffer from arthritis you may not be able to ignore the pain or stiffness in your joints. Most joint diseases develop gradually, with initial signs of discomfort, stiffness, reduced mobility that might come and go with weather changes, activity, stressful events and life changes. </span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSikfp8Mjse8KavERF6L6y0kYQFuKTNxUM5DRLGN_xnB4LjzoDkCcv87xLw_kCXSoRgIRMRow4znilH7P-R0b0Otebu9amxsaMCwlLoUGMsnyuWWykeBIkfkfFbXysQwYfUcoBiEdQo0g/s1600/Joints+%2526+emotions.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSikfp8Mjse8KavERF6L6y0kYQFuKTNxUM5DRLGN_xnB4LjzoDkCcv87xLw_kCXSoRgIRMRow4znilH7P-R0b0Otebu9amxsaMCwlLoUGMsnyuWWykeBIkfkfFbXysQwYfUcoBiEdQo0g/s320/Joints+%2526+emotions.jpg" width="213" /></a><span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Conventional medicine generally identifies the structural and functional aspects of joint diseases such as misalignment, cartilage damage, reduced fluid in the joint cavity and inflammation. Common treatments include medications such as anti-inflammatories and pain-killers. However, if you look deeper into the subtler anatomy of joints, you can't dismiss the psychological fabric of mental and emotional factors in joint damage. For many individuals, the amount of pain experienced doesn't always correlate to the amount of deterioration in the joint.<b> It is how you experience the pain and what you make of it - not just what injury is there. </b></span><br />
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Joint symptoms can be looked at from another perspective. Joints are the hinges for movement and indicate how you move through space. Your ability to move through your joints can reflect your ability to move through life. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Do you feel stuck? Do you move with ease? </i><b>Tune into your emotions – they may be playing a bigger role in your <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/02/5-tips-to-relieve-arthritis-pain.html">joint pain</a>. </b></div>
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">The way you perceive and process experiences in day-to-day life can imprint itself on the body. For example, do you notice that when you are anxious or worried about the future your neck tightens up and your shoulders round forward? Even if you may not realize how worried you are, your body mimics what is going on in your life. </span>As you age these features become more accentuated, and can be interpreted by your naturopathic doctor. </div>
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">Why do some people experience pain in their fingers and others in their knees or elsewhere? Where you experience discomfort may be connected to the way you are experiencing your life. Unless there is specific trauma due to an injury, arthritis may manifest in different areas of the body. For example if pain is predominant on the right side of your body, according to TCM, yang may be out of balance. You may be in a stage of life where you are pushing yourself to do many things and not making enough time for receiving things. Or maybe your left sided-joints tend to be weak and give way easily indicating yin deficiency. </span>Your naturopathic doctor can help you understand why specific joints are more affected and can help you connect the dots.<br />
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">According to <a href="https://www.doctorleena.ca/ayurveda">Ayurveda</a>, the 3 doshas (vata, pitta, kapha) manifest in the joints. They play a role in maintaining healthy joints, but when out of balance, can cause symptoms that can hold you back. </span><span style="mso-no-proof: yes;">For example, someone with a <b><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html">vata</a></b> imbalance tends to be more fearful and may struggle with joints that are dry, crackly and painful. Someone with a <b><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/06/keep-cool-this-summer-with-ayurveda.html">pitta</a></b> imbalance who tends to be angry and irritable may suffer from joints that are hot, swollen and inflammed. Someone with a <b><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2017/01/beat-winter-lethargy-with-ayurveda.html">kapha</a></b> imbalance who tends to be sluggish and depressed may struggle with joints that are puffy and stiff. According to </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ayurveda, these 3 doshas are made up of the building blocks of the 5 elements: ether, air, fire, water and earth. <b>These 5 elements are dominant in different areas of the body and represent different qualities:</b></span></div>
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;"><b>Earth </b>element reflects in the structure, stability and support of joints. Excess earth element may manifest as stiffness or reduced ability to move. Lack of strength in the joint indicates lack of earth element<span style="background-color: white;">. <span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;"><i>Emotions related to imbalanced earth element are resentment, lack of safety and support, poor boundaries and depression.</i></span></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;"><b>Water</b> element reflects in the fluidity of movement. Excess water may manifest as swollen joints full of fluid. Lack of water element results in joints that are dry or movement that isn't smooth. <i>Emotions related to imbalanced water are attachment, fear of letting go, being guarded, feeling lack of nurturing, and r</i></span><i>elationships that are not flowing</i><i>.</i><br />
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;"><b>Fire</b> element reflects in the strength of the joint and surrounding muscles. It is the impulse behind movement. Excess fire may manifest as redness and heat in the joint, indicative of inflammation, and deficient fire results in cold, weak joints with poor muscle tone. <i>Emotions related to imbalanced fire are anger, irritability, frustration, lack of motivation and drive.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-no-proof: yes;"><br /></span><span style="mso-no-proof: yes;"><b>Air </b>element reflects in the movement of the joint and muscles and is related to the nervous system. Excess air may manifest as twitching and crackling joints or pins and needles. Deficient air may cause slow moving joints. <i>Emotions related to imbalanced air element are anxiety, worry, feeling erratic and unsettled with constant flow of thoughts.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Health is a complex fabric of structural, functional and psychological factors that weave together. How your joints move and feel can be a reflection of how you are experiencing your life. The naturopathic approach combined with Ayurvedic wisdom identifies factors that may be reducing your joint health and aims at identifying what is causing your stiffness, pain or reduced motion. If you have worked on joint health or chronic pain but haven’t found significant improvement, it is time to look at the underlying emotional fabric of your life. When this comes into your awareness and released through therapies, you can find relief from suffering. Speak to your naturopathic doctor to learn more how emotional factors of joint health and chronic disease can be released through <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic">naturopathic treatments</a> and lead to a healthy, pain-free life.</div>
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<i style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: cambria; font-size: 16px;"><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor & Ayurvedic practitioner at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in joint health and chronic disease. If you are experiencing joint pain, please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment with <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18;">Dr. Athparia. </a> If you are interested in learning more in a free seminar she will be giving on<span> </span><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/patient-education/">Joint Health</a> on Nov. 14, RSVP at 905-940-2727.</i></div>
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Dr. Leena Athparia NDhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16421154519083750740noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9169717137752033500.post-65885029297143574272017-04-18T11:38:00.004-07:002017-04-18T11:38:32.121-07:00Spring Detox: Your Skin<h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="background-color: white; color: #56380e; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0.75em 0px 0px; position: relative;">
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">As the largest organ in the body, your <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Skin" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">skin</a> is in constant contact with the outside world, processing temperature, texture and other sensations. Your skin is porous and absorbs whatever you put on it or bathe in: creams, gels, lotions, oils, bubble baths etc. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">When we talk detox, most people think of the colon, liver and kidneys as the organs that <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Elimination_of_Toxins" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">eliminate toxins</a> from the body. While these organs play a critical role in detoxifying, other routes often go unnoticed such as the lungs, menstruation and most notably your<b> skin which helps eliminate up to a third of all body impurities.<o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">If there is a build up of toxins in your body or if one of the other channels or <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Elimination_of_Toxins" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">organs of elimination</a> is blocked, skin is the overflow route, especially for the kidneys, liver and lung. Impurities in the blood, digestive buildup from <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Food_sensitivities" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">food sensitivities</a> and poor digestion often are mirrored in the quality of your skin. For example, someone who experiences constipation may find that they develop pimples more often. A naturopathic doctor can assess your skin to understand where there may be blockages in your body and treat it accordingly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">The skin is a reflection of what is happening inside your body. It is working constantly to remove the build-up of both topical and internal toxins. Sweat glands excrete waste products from below the skin and when these pores become clogged with dead cells and debris, your skin cannot eliminate waste efficiently, leading to toxicity and disease. Below are some tips to support efficient skin detoxification.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Your skin breathes whether you are aware of it or not. Artificial fibres such as polyester, nylon and plastic derivatives don’t allow your skin to breathe. They can trap moisture and heat, and provide a breeding ground for rashes, acne and skin issues. Choose loose clothing made of natural, breathable fibres such as cotton, silk, hemp or linen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Saunas (e</span><span style="font-size: 18px;">specially infra-red) </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">provide deep heat that promotes sweating which removes metabolic waste and other chemicals stored in the body. This is a safe and effective method of enhancing skin detoxification with added benefits of toning your skin and providing relaxation. Sauna and steam detox exists in many traditions around the world, and is also a part of Ayurvedic therapy known as <i>swedana </i>which is used to help the skin eliminate toxins and promote absorption of medicinal oils. Exercise can also support elimination through sweating and provide other health benefits, but saunas reach the tissues at a deeper level. Saunas are an excellent way of detoxing for people taking medications which may interact with detoxifying herbs.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Warm baths with alkaline salts have the benefit of promoting relaxation while detoxifying. Alkaline salt baths stimulate the skin to eliminate acid and toxins in the body, and provide an alkaline environment that wards off diseases such as cancer. Taking regular baths several times a week for 30+ min can soothe pain, relax muscles and detoxify the entire body. </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;"><i>If you have not tried alkaline bath salts, come into our clinic for a free sample!</i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">This is a technique which exfoliates the skin, stimulates elimination of impurities, promotes gentle massage and lymphatic drainage. You can do this simple practice at home on a daily basis. Read instructions on how to do dry skin brushing <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/7513/7088/0736/NF13_Dry_Skin_Brushing.pdf" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">here</a> or ask your naturopathic doctor to show you how in your next visit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 18px;">Ensuring that you have healthy looking skin always involves working from the inside-out. You require adequate hydration, a healthy diet, and you need to support any organ system that is struggling. To read more about balanced nutrition and other detox suggestions, read more on the "<a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2012/04/the-dos-and-donts-of-detoxification.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">Do's & Don'ts of Detoxification"</a>. Keep in mind that detox goes beyond physical elimination of impurities - e</span><span style="font-size: 18px;">motions such as fear, worry, resentment, guilt and negative emotions are toxic and need to be let go of to prevent disease. Spring is a great time for shedding old patterns and making space for fresh start.</span><span style="font-size: 18px;"> </span><span style="font-size: 18px;"> Your naturopathic doctor will help guide you on customized treatment recommendations to help you detox from the inside out. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">There is a lot of hype about detox these days. While detoxing may be more critical than ever nowadays, it is also important to know what kind of detox is suitable for you, and which organs to support while detoxifying. In addition to self-care techniques you can do at home to detoxify, your naturopathic doctor can further support your detox regime with herbs and supplements depending on how gentle or intensive cleansing you need. </span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;"><b><i>Supporting your skin’s natural ability to detoxify can not only lead to bright and glowing skin, but will lead to you feeling better this spring from the inside out.</i></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">Dr. Leena Athparia</a> is a naturopathic doctor at <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">Naturopathic Foundations</a> with a focus in chronic pain management and chronic disease. She is further trained in <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">Ayurvedic</a> detox treatments (<a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/the-truth-about-panchakarma" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">panchakarma</a>). If you interested in a detox this spring please call the clinic at 905-940-2727 to book an appointment with <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">Dr. Athparia. </a></i><br />
Join the free seminar on Tues. April 25th: <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/patient-education/">Do's & Dont's of Detoxification</a></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><b><u>Ayurvedic Therapies Series: </u></b></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000;"><b><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.ca/2016/08/what-is-ayurveda-what-can-it-treat.html"><span style="color: #888888;">What is Ayurveda and What Can it Treat</span>?</a><br /><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.ca/2016/08/ayurvedic-therapies-part-1-nasya.html"><span style="color: #888888;">Part 1 - Nasya (Nasal Herbal Oil Application)</span> </a></b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;"><b><a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.ca/2016/09/ayurvedic-therapies-part-2-kati-basti.html">Part 2 - Kati Basti (Herbal Oil Treatment for Back Issues)</a></b></span></div>
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Next in this series of Ayurvedic Therapies, we will explore <b>Part 3: Gharshana</b>, a traditional Ayurvedic form of dry skin brushing, suitable for this spring season.<br />
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<span style="color: #660000;"> Gharshana (or Garshana) Treatment: </span></h2>
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Gharshana involves massaging the body vigorously with gloves or herbs to stimulate blood & lymphatic circulation, tonify the skin and release accumulated toxins. It is often used in conjunction with weight loss or detox plans, as the skin is one of the routes of natural detoxification.</div>
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According to Ayurveda, friction on the skin increases agni. <a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.ca/search?q=agni">Agni</a> can be described as a spark of fire <i>(Sanskrit origin of the word "ignite")</i> which is the source of metabolic activity. In the cold winter months, agni is often at it's lowest. You may experience fatigue, dullness, low motivation and sluggish digestion. The metabolism is slower, and needs agni to kickstart things. Agni can be boosted with certain herbs, daily lifestyle practices, exercise, yoga as well as therapies like abhyanga or gharshana.</div>
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In Ayurvedic medicine, the skin is used as a method to apply therapeutic herbs and oils to reach into the deeper layers of the skin. The skin is the largest organ in the body which expels waste products (such as sweat) and absorbs products such as creams, lotions or oils. Gharshana is a way of stimulating the skin to detox, while providing a route for medicinal herbs to do their work.</div>
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A simple form of Gharshana can be done at home on your own (known as dry skin brushing), prior to showering. <b>Instructions on how to do dry skin brushing: </b><a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/7513/7088/0736/NF13_Dry_Skin_Brushing.pdf">http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/files/7513/7088/0736/NF13_Dry_Skin_Brushing.pdf</a></div>
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Gharshana traditionally was done with raw silk gloves as a therapeutic treatment (part of the 5-fold detox program known as Panchakarma) by an Ayurvedic practitioner. Therapeutic herbs can also be used for their exfoliating and medicinal qualities. This can help stimulate weight loss by removing toxins from the body and stimulating fat tissue. Gharshana is very beneficial in <b>Kapha</b> body types as it stimulates agni and warms skin that generally tends to be cool and moist. Gharshana therapy can be done in other constitutions as well; <b>Vata</b> type may benefit from an abhyanga (oil massage) prior to gharshana exfoliation, and <b>Pitta</b> types may benefit from skin & blood cleansing herbs such as neem and manjistha.</div>
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<li>Promotes weight loss </li>
<li>Supports detoxification </li>
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<li>Tones the skin </li>
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Gharshana treatments can be done regularly. Self-care Gharshana may take 5-10 minutes, and a treatment done by a practitioner may last up to an hour if combined with abhyanga oil massage. For best benefits, it is recommended to work with a practitioner to tailor a detox treatment with diet, herbs and other recommendations.<br />
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If you are wanting to detox or already taking detox herbs, Gharshana may be just what you need to support your skin's natural detoxification! Spring is the perfect time for a detox, inside and out!</div>
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Chronic pain doesn’t just hurt – it can be debilitating, frustrating, and can impact daily activities such as walking, cooking, dressing, bathing etc. It can further lead to other concerns such as <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Insomnia">insomnia</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Fatigue">fatigue</a>, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Depression">depression</a> and <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Anxiety">anxiety</a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Pain">Pain</a> is your body’s signal indicating to you that there is an issue. The problem is that when the issue is not addressed, pain becomes <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Chronic">chronic</a>. Conventional medication aims to reduce inflammation and reduce pain with painkillers, however these medications can have side effects and don’t address the root cause of the pain.<o:p></o:p></div>
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If you are dealing with <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Arthritis">arthritis</a> – no matter what stage it is – it is important to address it to help prevent progression of the disease and to relieve your pain. Even if you have chronic ailments that you have been struggling with for a while, naturopathic medicine can provide lasting relief.<br />
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Chronic disease can feel like an uphill battle. Rather than fighting arthritis, try focussing your attention to nurturing yourself. Self-love and self-care promotes healing in the body, mind and spirit. Taking the time to do activities that you enjoy, pampering yourself with treatments and eating a diet which replenishes your body are all ways of rejuvenating yourself. </div>
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<li><b style="font-size: 12pt;">Avoid: </b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">putting your priorities aside. If you are suffering with pain, you deserve the necessary care to feel better.</span></li>
<li><b style="font-size: 12pt;">Include:</b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> a diet that is suited to your constitution and condition. Bone broth soups can easily be made at home and provide minerals and nutrients to nourish your joints. Supplements and herbs recommended by your naturopathic doctor can speed up healing and leave you feeling rejuvenated. For example, <i>Boswelia</i> is a herb that is very effective in reducing pain. </span></li>
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It may be difficult to move if there is significant pain, but gentle exercises can help you decrease pain, increase range of motion and flexibility, strengthen muscles, improve circulation and help you feel uplifted. It is important to discuss with your naturopathic doctor to choose the right kind of exercise for you.</div>
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<li><b style="font-size: 12pt;">Avoid:</b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> pushing yourself to exercise. High-impact aerobics and repetitive movements can strain the joints. </span>Listen to your body and don't push beyond what is comfortable.</li>
<li><b style="font-size: 12pt;">Include:</b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> gentle exercises that improve flexibility and blood flow to the muscle and joints. Restorative yoga, tai chi, walking and water exercises are examples of low-impact exercise that you can include into your day.</span></li>
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<a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/ayurveda/">Ayurveda</a> & <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Traditional_Chinese_Medicine">Traditional Chinese Medicine</a> are systems of medicine which evaluate the presence of hot (yang) or cold (yin), in the body. The eastern systems of medicine examine the causes and manifestations of <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/12/winters-impact-on-muscles-joints.html">joint issues</a> and treat accordingly with the opposite quality. If your joints are warm and inflamed, cold treatments are recommended. If your joints are painful and stiff due to cold weather, warm treatments are recommended.</div>
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<li><b style="font-size: 12pt;">Avoid:</b><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> cold weather or cold treatments on arthritis that is worse with cold. Avoid excessive heat on arthritis that is worse with warm weather or is inflamed. Speak to your naturopathic doctor who can guide you on what kind of arthritis you have and what is the best way to manage it.</span></li>
<li><b style="font-size: 12pt;">Include: </b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">w</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">arm baths for arthritis that is worse with cold weather. If you have difficulty getting into the tub, you can try foot or hand baths, or apply heat packs to affected areas. For arthritis where the joints are inflamed, you may find relief with cool washcloths or topical ointments with cooling ingredients such as menthol.</span></li>
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Applying oil to your joints topically can be very effective in lubricating the joints and soothing pain. For example, <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/Castor_oil">castor oil</a> can reduce the inflammation in arthritic joints and relieve pain. Warm castor oil can be massaged gently into the affected joints before bed, and wrapped with a cloth and a heating pad for the castor oil to penetrate deeper. Another example is Mahanarayan oil which is a popular Ayurvedic oil that is effective in reducing pain. </div>
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<li><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Avoid: </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">s</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">training yourself by trying to do self-massage. Avoid positions that could put you at risk of falling. </span>If you have difficulty doing self-massage, ask someone to help you or book a massage with a professional for pain relief (such as <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/clinic/dr-lloyd-nd/ayurvedic-therapies/abhyanga-ayurvedic-oil-massage/">abhyanga massage</a>). </li>
<li><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Include: </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">o</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">il suited to your constitution and type of arthritis. Ensure that </span>the oil is not rancid and is a good quality oil (organic is best). The following essential oils can also be added to a base oil (such as castor, olive, sesame oil) for pain relief: boswelia, camphor, ginger, peppermint, myrrh. Speak to your naturopathic doctor for more personalized guidance.</li>
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The mind-body connection cannot be overrated. Mood can play a significant role in managing chronic disease, and it’s common for individuals with arthritis to feel frustrated and discouraged by the pain and inability to do daily activities. Depression and anxiety can further increase the experience of pain and decrease your ability to cope.</div>
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<li><b style="font-size: 12pt;">Include: </b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">m</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">editation and gratitude on a daily basis. Plan activities or events to look forward to: lunch with a friend, a short vacation, outings with family, book clubs, hobby groups etc. Focus on your strengths and what you <i>can</i> do. Individuals who have a positive attitude towards life and look forward to the day are better equipped to cope with illness.</span> </li>
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<b><i>Have you ever wondered why it’s hard to feel energized in the winter? Do you make excuses to avoid the gym or to avoid stepping out?</i><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Ayurveda outlines three fundamental energies (<i>doshas)</i> that govern the outer environment and influence one’s physical and mental constitution: <i><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">vata</a>, <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/06/keep-cool-this-summer-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">pitta</a> </i>and<i> <a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/learning-ayurveda/managing-your-constitution/managing-a-kapha-constitution/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">kapha</a></i>. In the winter season, <i>kapha </i>is dominant, characterized with these qualities: cool, slow, heavy, stable and soft<i>. </i>These qualities exist in nature but also within you, influencing your body and mind. You are more likely to feel the qualities of accumulating <i>kapha </i>during the winter which may manifest in different ways such as: difficulty getting up in the morning, low energy, low mood and other concerns.<o:p></o:p><br /></div>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Lethargy:</b> Do you have difficulty getting out of bed?</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Cravings:</b> Do you crave sweet, salty, oily, creamy or heavy food, or bend towards emotional eating?</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b>Weight gain:</b> Do you put on weight more easily in winter?</li>
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If <i>kapha</i> isn’t addressed, it can accumulate and lead to more serious health concerns. Think of it as a leaking faucet – one drop can go unnoticed, but once the bucket is full, it overflows and spreads. This same analogy happens in the body as well. When the first signs of imbalance are noticed, you need to act on it before it turns into a more serious health issue.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">Winter is the time when you need to play a close check on <i>kapha. </i>The good news is that if you take care of balancing <i>kapha, </i>you can prevent winter lethargy and minimize health concerns such as weight gain, low mood and lack of motivation. To restore balance, <i>kapha </i>management is centered around the qualities of <i>warming, drying </i>and <i>lightening. </i>Read below for more tips. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;">Wellbeing, according to Ayurveda, is a delicate balance between the body, mind, spirit and the environment. If your constitution is dominant in <i>kapha</i>, try making some changes this winter and you will notice more energy and vitality! A <i>kapha </i>diet and lifestyle should be lively, full of energy and stimulation - this is the time to beat winter lethargy, start exercising, wearing bright colours, adding spices to your food and staying warm.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: times, "times new roman", serif;">If you have tried the above tips and are still struggling with health issues such as low mood, weight gain, lack of motivation, it is best that you work with your naturopathic doctor to identify your imbalances and treat them. What you should eat and when you should eat, along with daily routine suggestions and therapies, can all be customized based on your unique constitution. Maintaining balance is essential to feeling healthy and enjoying the winter season</span>!<o:p></o:p></div>
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You can think of Ayurveda as being a lifestyle, rather than a "diet". As you incorporate these lifestyle suggestions into your life, you can make Ayurveda a part of your life, rather than something you "should do".<br />
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Before jumping to conclusions on which diet is the fad, you need to understand your constitution (your physiological and mental makeup) so you can better understand what your body needs. A diet that works for one person, may not work as well for you. According to Ayurveda, the <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/ayurveda/">3 doshas</a> not only exist in nature, but in your body. <b>Once you understand which dosha is dominant in your system, you can get a better idea of what you need to do to bring balance - in terms of diet, herbs, exercise and more.</b><br />
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There are many online quizzes that can help you identify your dosha balance, however to get a more accurate assessment, it is best to see a qualified practitioner: <a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/prakriti-quiz/">https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/prakriti-quiz/</a><br />
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<i>What is "eating healthy"?</i> For one person it may mean avoiding junk food, for another it may mean eating a low-fat diet, or for another it may mean eating a raw food diet.<br />
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<i>But what is healthy for you?</i> Once you understand your constitution, it is much easier to know what kinds of foods are more suited to you. For example, Vata dosha types may not do so well on a raw food diet which is cooling in nature. Instead they feel more grounded and nourished with warming food such as soups and stews. Kapha dosha types don't do well with much fat in the diet as they gain weight easily however, Vata types tend to do better with healthy fats such as ghee or olive oil.<br />
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When you know your constitution, you can eat according to your dosha type. Banyan Botanical's has good resources on Ayurvedic diet:<br />
<b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Vata Pacifying Diet:</span></b> <a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-diet/">https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/vata-pacifying-diet/</a><br />
<b><span style="color: #990000;">Pitta Pacifying Diet:</span> </b><a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/pitta-pacifying-diet/">https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/pitta-pacifying-diet/</a><br />
<b><span style="color: #134f5c;">Kapha Pacifying Diet:</span></b> <a href="https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/kapha-pacifying-diet/">https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/diet/kapha-pacifying-diet/</a><br />
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<b>Instead of trying to change your diet 360 degrees, try making small, realistic changes that you can do to consciously change your eating patterns.</b><br />
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Once you know your constitution and have more clarity about which foods support your body type, you shouldn't overlook the digestive system. <i>You may be eating a healthy diet and taking multivitamins - but are you really digesting and absorbing it?</i><br />
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According to Ayurveda, the concept of <a href="http://sahajawellness.blogspot.ca/2015/12/agni-digestive-fire.html">agni</a> relates to your digestive fire - your capacity to digest and process not only food, but emotions and experiences. Agni can be dampened by stress, poor eating habits and so forth. <b>Strengthening agni can improve your digestion and help you make the most of everything you are eating. Herbs such as ginger are excellent for supporting digestion, as are lifestyle habits such as sitting while eating and eating meals at regular times. </b><br />
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4. Address Health Issues as They Manifest</span></h2>
Don't wait for your health issues to get worse before you address it. Ayurveda and other systems of health use tools to help identify imbalances in the body before they manifest as disease. Minor issues that are persistent, such as aches & pains, weakness, irritation, restlessness can indicate deeper issues that can bubble to the surface. If you wait until the issues become diagnosed conditions, it may take more intensive treatment to treat. <b>Practice daily self-care (<i>dinacharya</i>), balanced eating and work with your naturopathic doctor to maintain health.</b><br />
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<i>Are you making unrealistic goals for exercise? Going to the gym and giving up in a few days? </i><br />
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<span lang="EN-CA">Recently there has been lots of hype about the health benefits of <i>oil pulling – </i>a process of swishing oil in the mouth for about 10 to 20 minutes and then spitting it out to pull out toxins from the mouth.<i> </i>This technique, which claims to originate from <a href="http://www.naturopathicfoundations.ca/practitioners/leena-athparia-nd/ayurveda/" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">Ayurveda</a>, is a modern adaptation of some of the traditional Ayurvedic methods of daily self care known as <i>gandusa</i> and <i>kavala</i>.<i> </i>These therapies are not only prescribed to detoxify the oral cavity, but are also used to strengthen muscle tone in the neck, throat, jaw, and face in addition to treating systemic conditions such as arthritis and migraines. Substances such as ghee, oil, milk or herbal decoctions are gargled, swished or retained in the mouth for a specific duration at a specific time of the day. The type of treatment, the duration and the oil used is always customized to your constitution for maximum benefit.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA">The technique has been around for centuries, but the term <i>oil pulling </i>is a modern term adapted by Western practitioners and this technique has spread in the last decade to the point where even dentists are starting to advocate the technique as part of a daily health routine.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA">There is no doubt that your mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria and toxins. The oral cavity is constantly exposed to food which feed bacteria that reside on the teeth, gums and tongue. While bacteria naturally reside in the oral cavity, when an overgrowth of non-beneficial bacteria flourish, they produce unwanted toxins. This leads to cavities, bad breath and other health concerns.While regular dental visits are important, as you know, daily self-care such as brushing and flossing are essential. Sometimes daily brushing and flossing are not enough, and further self-care is needed.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA">In Ayurveda, oils are used therapeutically topically and internally. Oil has a lubricating and grounding quality and is beneficial for imbalances related to <i><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">vata</a> (</i>air and ether element). Externally, specific oils <a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;"></a>are used for massages and therapies, and internally, they are beneficial for lubricating the digestive tract and tissues. <i>Oil Pulling </i>involves retention of specific oils which help cleanse the oral cavity, fight unwanted bacteria and plaque while rejuvenating the gums.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-CA">If you have ever tried oil pulling, you will know that your cheeks and mouth muscles get tired. The technique involves active use of muscles in the oral cavity which helps strengthen muscle tone in addition to increasing blood flow which bring nutrients to the tissues and carries away waste products. From a <a href="http://www.ndhealthfacts.org/wiki/TCM" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">TCM</a> perspective, stimulation of the oral and facial muscles can activate acupuncture points and reduce stagnation in the area to increase flow of qi or energy.</span></div>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Strengthen teeth & gums</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Maintain healthy oral pH</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Promote flora balance</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Reduce inflammation</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Prevent plaque build up</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Increase circulation to oral tissues</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Draw toxins out of mouth</li>
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<b>Oil pulling can be done on a regular basis, however the specific duration and type of oil that is best for you is determined by your naturopathic doctor based on your age, constitution, and state of health. </b>For some individuals, it may be recommended to do daily for several weeks and for others, 1-2 times a week may be sufficient.<br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">In the morning, after brushing your teeth and cleaning your tongue, take 1 Tbsp. of coconut oil and swish it in your mouth.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Continue swishing actively for about 10 to 15 minutes, involving all of your mouth muscles until you feel them getting tired. The oil will liquefying and the saliva will build up. (You can even do this as you shower.)</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Once finished, <i>do not swallow </i>- discard the oil in the garbage (not down the sink so that you don't clog up the drain). Feel free to brush your teeth and clean your tongue again if there is a lot of residue. </li>
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While the common oil used for <i>oil pulling </i>is coconut oil, other oils such as sesame or herbal oils with antimicrobial herbs must be individually tailored to you. Coconut oil has excellent anti-viral and cooling properties, and can suit a person with a <i><a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/06/keep-cool-this-summer-with-ayurveda.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;">Pitta</a> </i>constitution while sesame oil may suit individuals who have a <a href="http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2015/10/balancing-vata-in-fall.html" style="color: #164c18; text-decoration: none;"><i>Vata</i> </a>constitution. Turmeric may be blended with the oil to increase anti-microbial effects. O<i>il pulling </i>can be done preventatively for individuals who are prone to colds and respiratory infections at this time of the year.</div>
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<i><o:p> Article also published at the NatPath: </o:p>http://thenatpath.com/body/oral-health-what-oil-pulling/</i><br />
<i>and at Naturopathic Foundations Blog: http://blog.naturopathicfoundations.ca/2016/10/oral-health-what-is-oil-pulling.html</i></div>
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