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Fibromyalgia Pain: Do We Know the Source?: Trauma as Precipitating Event for Fibromyalgia Syndrome
This is a piece of news that doesn’t surprise me a little. Very well known and very common. The other big source for fibro are surgeries.
Fibromyalgia Pain: Do We Know the Source?: Trauma as Precipitating Event for Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Many patients with FMS report pain precipitating events, particularly physical or emotional traumas, infections, or surgeries.[47] These stressors seem to result in high degrees of pain, disability, life interference, and affective distress, as well as low levels of physical activity.[48] Some of the strongest evidence supporting the association of trauma and FMS symptoms was obtained during prospective studies of adults with neck injuries.[27] Compared with adults with lower-extremity fractures or ankle injury, neck trauma carried a more than ten-fold increased risk of developing FMS within 1 year of their injury.[49,50] Additional evidence supporting such an association include post-injury reported sleep abnormalities,[51] local injury sites as a source of chronic distant regional pain,[52] and recent evidence of extensive CNS neuroplasticity in FMS.[53] Chronic pain after neck injury raises several important questions including the role that the location of injury plays for long-term outcome. Obviously, there is something different between neck and leg trauma. One important fact may be related to the difference in local pain sensitivity with neck and upper chest area showing decreased mechanical pain thresholds compared with the lower extremities. Further prospective studies, however, are needed to confirm this association and to identify whether trauma plays a causal role for FMS pain.[54]
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Essential Oil Profile: Ginger Essential Oil a Top Pick for Winter
Ginger Zingiber officinale is a member of the Zingiberaceae family and is cultivated in many tropical and subtropical countries. Commonly called common ginger, Jamaican ginger, and ginger root, it should not be confused with galangal oil, Alpinia officinarum, which is also called ginger root.Ginger oil is produced from dried, whole rhizomes, as well as peelings and shavings if used immediately. The oil has a green or yellowish color and a fresh, spicy, and pungent aroma. The aroma is long-lasting and adds a spicy sweetness to blends. Ginger blends well with essential oils like cedarwood, coriander, frankincense, grapefruit, lime, neroli, orange, patchouli, petitgrain, rose, and vetiver.
For a Winter Blah pick me up, try this essential oil bath salt blend:
Grapefruit Citrus paradisi essential oil: 6 drops
Elemi Canarium luzonicum essential oil: 6 drops
Ginger Zingiber officinale essential oil: 4 drops
Sandalwood Santalum album essential oil: 2 drops
Epsom salts: 1 cup
Sea or mineral salts: 1/2 cup
White clay: 1/8 cup
Mix all ingredients together in bowl and sift. Add 4 tablespoons to one full bath; add after the bath has filled. Essential oils can be added as either single oils or as blends.
Download more information about essential oils for winter from our post Essential Oils for Winter HERE.
*This information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to treat, diagnose, heal, or prevent disease. You should always consult with your primary care physician, a naturopathic doctor, or a Registered Aromatherapist before making any significant changes in your health and wellness routine. A skin patch test is always recommended.
ACHS Learning Vacations in Greece Offer Hands-On Art, Aromatherapy, and Herbalism Education in Relaxing Mediterranean Locale
American College of Healthcare Sciences is proud to announce its 2011 study abroad summer programs in Greece. Week-long expert-led study abroad programs include Watercolor Journaling in Greece (May 27-June 2) and Mediterranean Herbs and Essential Oils in Greece (June 4-9, 2011).ACHS study abroad programs are scheduled to coincide with the flowering and harvest time of a variety of Mediterranean plants. Each program emphasizes the health benefits of the Mediterranean lifestyle, including the Mediterranean-style diet, the health promoting properties of local plants and herbs, and the importance of relaxation. Programs include two meals per day prepared from fresh, local, nutritious herbs and produce. Programs are limited to 20 students.
“Immersing yourself in the fragrant aromas of Mediterranean plants while learning about holistic approaches to health and wellness,” says ACHS President and program leader Dorene Petersen, “is a fantastic way to study aromatherapy, herbalism, and art with a focus on total health.”
ACHS Watercolor Journaling in Greece with Jacqueline Newbold runs May 27-June 2, 2011 in Syros, Greece. This dynamic class will motivate artists of all skill levels to record their journeys in a creative and unique way using watercolor and mixed media. Students will explore ways to make their watercolor travel journal interesting and reflective of their experiences through painting the Greek landscape and the essence of the Greek lifestyle. Open to students, faculty, alumni, and the general public. Registration deadline is April 1! For more information and to register, visit http://www.achs.edu/course-desc.aspx?pid=207&id=61
ACHS Mediterranean Herbs and Essential Oils in Greece runs June 4-9, 2011 in Syros, Greece. Led by ACHS President and Wellness Expert Dorene Petersen, Guerilla Distiller Robert Seidel and Aromatherapist Mindy Green, this program provides hands-on experience working with Mediterranean herbs and essential oils for therapeutic use, including: making preparations, harvesting cultivated and wildcrafted botanicals, essential oil distillation, and therapeutic blending of essential oils. Open to students, faculty, alumni, and the general public. Registration deadline is April 1! For more information and to register, visit http://www.achs.edu/course-desc.aspx?pid=208&id=61
Indian Paper Industry and Variety of Paper Products
Touted as one of the most vibrant export industries in India, the paper products and industry supplies products worth 400 Crores of rupees to other countries and contributes to the economy of the country in a big way. More than 515 industrial units that manufacture paper products cater to the burgeoning needs of paper products both within and outside the country. The raw materials for making paper are also imported from neighboring countries to meet the demand, which might add up to the overall cost of these products.
The consumption of paper products like bags, cardboards, tissue paper, envelopes, tissue papers, note books, albums, photo frames, kites plates and glasses have increased manifold over the years. With the go green concept gaining ground, people have endorsed paper products as a safe and eco friendly substitute for plastic products. This has resulted in tremendous growth prospects in paper industry. However dearth of raw materials and lack of proper infra structure still remain major obstacles for the development of paper industry in India. There are many sick units that are remaining idle due to the non availability of pulp. The government has taken various steps to revive this industry including reduction in import duties and introduction of state of the art production technologies among others.
Paper products are also used in various other industries like communication, and construction. In addition to mill made paper there are handmade paper products and recycled paper products that are hugely popular among the users. The handmade paper products are durable and are used mostly to make gift articles and greeting cards. Recyclable paper made from agricultural waste materials like straw, banana and cotton or jute rags play a major role in protecting the forests of the country and to reduce the effects of deforestation.
Paper products and industry requires only a low capital and can also be set up even in villages and it provides employment to a majority of rural people in the country. With government initiative and promotional strategies, the paper industry will be one of the most promising industries in India.
B2B marketplace is a one stop shop to know more about the various suppliers and manufacturers of paper products in India.
Import and Export Business of Meat Products in India
Imports and export business of meat products in India is governed by the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act 1992, under which the import of all goods is free except for the items regulated by the policy. The EXIM policy announced once in every five years stipulates the items that can be imported freely to India. Some items like tallow, fat or oils of any animal origin and ivory are in the prohibited list which cannot be imported.
India exports meat to different countries like Africa, Common Wealth Nations and Asian countries like Indonesia and Japan, among others. It is the second largest supplier of meat products to the UAE. Some of the meat products that are exported from India include both fresh and frozen meat apart from organs of poultry, pig, sheep and goat. Some of the meat products that are exported include homogenized Meat Preparations, preserved meat, sausages, meat extracts, canned meat and meat juices.
To import livestock products into India, a valid sanitary import permit is needed and these are brought through seaports or airports where Animal Quarantine and Certification Services Stations are situated where these will be scrutinized by the Officer-in-charge of the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services Station or any approved veterinary officer.
The food grade, premium quality meat is packed using safe and hygienic packing methods that keep the meat fresh and tasty. The standardized processing methods and fully automated meat processing units would ensure the best quality as stipulated in the export guidelines.
India exports 21% of the total meat produced and meat exports have shown a steady increase over the years. Indian buffalo meat is in huge demand in international markets due to its organic nature and lean make up. Frozen bovine meat tops the list in exports and contributes to over 97% of the total exports. Better livestock management and scientific methods of rearing the cattle have increased the production of cattle considerably.
Online B2B market places bring together manufacturers and suppliers across the same platform. These online hubs make great places to know more about the export and import trends of the meat industry.
Resources: Meat Exporters India | Meat Importers
Natural Diet and Lifestyle Tips to Help Improve Health and Wellness
Live your life as if your health depends on it…because it does! Making healthy lifestyle choices is a conscious act. That means, everyone is responsible for the choices they make. Health does not happen automatically or because someone else wants you to make changes. We make healthy choices when good health is something we want and value.
How, then, do we promote good health once we recognize it as a priority? Here are three tips to get you started:
1. Food provides energy for performing the activities of life. Eating is not just something you do when you're hungry. Food fuels our bodies, because within the food itself (protein, carbohydrate, and fat) are the components our bodies use to generate energy, to grow and repair, and to fight invaders like toxins.
2. Balance your plate. Finding a healthy balance of food (protein, carbohydrate, and fat) may be easier than you think. Split your plate into three sections. Then, fill half your plate with vegetables and salad; fill one-quarter of your plate with your protein (poultry, fish, beans, etc.); and fill the rest of your plate with whole grains (barley, pasta, etc.).
3. Eat frequently. Skipping meals can lead to increased production of hormones that cause muscle loss. Eat frequently. Three small meals and 2-3 snacks daily are recommended.
To read the full-length article, Natural Diet and Lifestyle Tips to Help Improve Health and Wellness, click HERE.
How, then, do we promote good health once we recognize it as a priority? Here are three tips to get you started:
1. Food provides energy for performing the activities of life. Eating is not just something you do when you're hungry. Food fuels our bodies, because within the food itself (protein, carbohydrate, and fat) are the components our bodies use to generate energy, to grow and repair, and to fight invaders like toxins.
2. Balance your plate. Finding a healthy balance of food (protein, carbohydrate, and fat) may be easier than you think. Split your plate into three sections. Then, fill half your plate with vegetables and salad; fill one-quarter of your plate with your protein (poultry, fish, beans, etc.); and fill the rest of your plate with whole grains (barley, pasta, etc.).
3. Eat frequently. Skipping meals can lead to increased production of hormones that cause muscle loss. Eat frequently. Three small meals and 2-3 snacks daily are recommended.
To read the full-length article, Natural Diet and Lifestyle Tips to Help Improve Health and Wellness, click HERE.
How to Use Essential Oils to Help Reduce Risk of Viral Infection
Essential oils can be used in the home as antiviral cleaning products. A diffuser used with essential oils like eucalyptus Eucalyptus globulus, lemon balm Melissa officinalis, peppermint Mentha piperita var. vulgaris, or thyme Thymus vulgaris may reduce the airborne viruses in a room.
Essential oils can also be added to hand creams to help reduce the spread of viruses by contact. Of course, these should be used in addition to the common sense CDC recommendations to wash your hands frequently, cover your mouth and nose with your arm when you sneeze, and to stay home if you are sick.
Winter can be a challenging time because there is the potential for many people to be sick with a cold or flu at the same time, but we can use natural support options, such as essential oils, to keep us healthy.
To read the full-length article "The Antiviral Activity of Essential Oils", click HERE.
This article is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to treat, diagnose, heal, or prevent disease. Always consult with your primary care provider for a proper diagnosis if you think you may have the seasonal flu or the H1N1 flu, and follow their recommendations.
Essential oils can also be added to hand creams to help reduce the spread of viruses by contact. Of course, these should be used in addition to the common sense CDC recommendations to wash your hands frequently, cover your mouth and nose with your arm when you sneeze, and to stay home if you are sick.
Winter can be a challenging time because there is the potential for many people to be sick with a cold or flu at the same time, but we can use natural support options, such as essential oils, to keep us healthy.
To read the full-length article "The Antiviral Activity of Essential Oils", click HERE.
This article is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to treat, diagnose, heal, or prevent disease. Always consult with your primary care provider for a proper diagnosis if you think you may have the seasonal flu or the H1N1 flu, and follow their recommendations.
Health Benefits of Grapefruit Seed Extract
BY ACHS Student Emily Stein, Diploma in Holistic Health PracticeThe grapefruit originated in Barbados with documentation of its growth dating back to 1750. Known for its high vitamin C content and body-cleansing properties, grapefruit can help the body maintain homeostasis. Though less well-known, grapefruit seed extract (GSE), also known as Citricidal, has been used by healthcare professionals for decades.
How GSE works is somewhat of a mystery. GSE seems to disorganize the cytoplasmic membrane of the pathogens which prevents uptake of amino acids. Leakage of cellular content contributes to the inactivation of the pathogens which eventually leads to their destruction. What is puzzling, however, is that viruses do not have a cell membrane yet GSE acts as an antiviral remedy. Virtually no toxicity to the body coupled with immune support makes GSE “the smallest portable medicine chest in the world,” according to Shalila Sharamon and Bodo J. Baginsky in their book The Healing Power of Grapefruit Seed.
Another advantage to GSE is its alkalizing effect on the body. As many people today suffer from acidification, which encourages pathogen growth and proliferation, GSE is an easy and gentle way to increase body pH and is proving itself to be of widespread use. GSE is an easily digested liquid that is concentrated, making it cost effective. It is generally hypoallergenic, which is advantageous to people who suffer from food allergies, even citrus allergies.
Read the full-text article in the February 2011 issue of the ACHS newsletter, The Reporter, HERE.
Essential Oil Profile: Cinnamon Essential Oil Warming in Winter
Cinnamon Cinnamomum zeylanicum has a long history of use. For example, did you know the Egyptians used cinnamon in their mummification process? Historically, cinnamon was also used as an ingredient in a medicinal tonic called "hippocras," and was blended with ginger and cloves. Today, cinnamon is most commonly known as a culinary flavoring. But, cinnamon essential oil has many health promoting properties worth exploring.The active constituents in cinnamon essential oil include aldehydes, which are antifungal [1,2], antimicrobial, and antiseptic, as well as the oxide 1,8 cineole, trans-cinnamic acid, and terpenes, among others. Traditional uses include: slow circulation, colds, cough, gums, infection, influenza, lice, intestinal parasites, stomach cramp, and stress, to name a few.
Aromatically, cinnamon has a spicy, slightly woody scent, which can be warming in colder months. Cinnamon blends well with benzoin, frankincense, myrrh, orange, peppermint, and ylang yang.
Download our Cinnamon Air Purification Blend from our post Essential Oils for Winter.
Referenes
1. Lima EO, Gompertz OF, Giesbrecht AM, et al. In vitro antifungal activity of essential oils obtained from official plants against dermatophytes. Mycoses 1993;36 (9-10):333-336.
2. Viollon C, Chaumont J-P. Antifungal Properties of Essential Oils and Their Compounds upon of Cryptococcus neoformans. Mycopatholgia 1994;128 (3):151-153.
*This information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent disease. You should always consult with your primary care physician, naturopathic doctor, or Registered Aromatherapist before making any significant changes to your health and wellness routine.
