J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7) [Adult Edition] Wow! I can't get over this amazing ending to J K Rowling's dynasty! I read it to the children over the holiday in Devon, finishing it on the car journey back (and oh, what fun creating different voices etc - though not a patch on Steven Fry...) - I haven't stopped thinking about the book and the ending for three days & nights. What an incredible, powerful imagination. Well done JKR, you have surpassed yourself! (*****)
Sarah Muir: The Complete Horse and Rider Excellent guide to tack including different types of saddle, weights of rug, etc, as well as information on seat position, aids, jumping and competition. Useful for beginner and experienced rider alike, and especially to those of us in horse therapies. (*****)
Tony Pavord: The Complete Equine Veterinary Manual Fantastic guide aimed at owners, but essential reading for therapists who need to know basic anatomy, physiology, conformation, ailments, and much, much more. Invaluable for assignments! (*****)
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Vitamin D is proving to be an amazing vitamin now, with increasing amoutns of research being released over the last year to show its importance in immune function as well as bone protection.
Recent reports show that populations around the world are suffering from vitamin D deficiency. The problem is widespread and increasing, with potentially severe repercussions for overall health and bone-fracture rates. There is also evidence that suggests vitamin D deficiency increases during the winter months because of decreased exposure to sunlight. USANA’s Vitamin D supplement is formulated with maximum strength vitamin D to ensure you get the vitamin D you need throughout the winter months in one tablet.
Health Basics
Necessary for normal bone mineralization and growth
Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth
Helps in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus
Helps to prevent vitamin D deficiency
The current recommendation of 400IU of vitamin D per day may not be enough to prevent vitamin D deficiency during the winter months. USANA’S supplement has 1000 IU of vitamin D per tablet.
Did You Know? Vitamin D is produced in the skin upon exposure to sunlight. During the winter months, many become vitamin D deficient because of increased time spent indoors.
I am going to be giving a talk online about the benefits of Vitamin D on Monday night - 7:30pm on www.buildglobally.com -only for half an hour but you are welcome to join me!
Whatever you are doing, have fun and stay healthy!
Apologies for including some personal info for a moment - here is the youth EODS (Eastbourne Operatic & Dramatic Society) pre-filming on YouTube of Bugsy Malone, which starts tomorrow night at the Devonshire Park Theatre, Eastbourne until Saturday.
EODS productions are always fantastic, well rehearsed & well-produced. I really enjoyed their performances of Oliver and Treasure Island. My vested interest is that this year, my own son Daniel is in it, along with his best friend Edward Bree, who played such an exceptional Ben Gunn last year! Lots of future stars to be seen here I think!
Take a look at this for a preview of what is to come!
I just had to share this, although I am so busy moving my HolisticDoctorOnline site & completing my E-books...
Take a look at this video & enjoy your day!
Every day I try to have a positive influence on people - a smile & hug to my staff and patients alike can make all the difference to them, especially those patients who have lost a loved one & who no longer get their daily hug quota!
This is the blog of Dr Alison Grimston, a United Kingdom GP and spiritual healer who works with animals and people. Here she offers insights and information on integrating the best of complementary and scientific medicine in human and animal care. Disclaimer: The content of our website is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor relating to any medical condition.
New controversies surround the swine flu / H1N1 vaccine now as doctros and scientists debate its safety & whether 1 or 2 doses will be needed to provide immunity.
Take a look at the video below - & bear in mind that the news broadcaster has spoken to 3 doctors who are happy with the vaccine safety & only this one who is not.
So what am I going to do? To be honest, I will await more evidence for now! The CMO & Government advisers feel that it is safe, hence the vaccination programme being planned.
Dr Alison Grimston is a holistic doctor who works with complementary therapies and nutritional supplements. She only recommends the best, pharmaceutical grade nutritional supplements, such as those on www.holisticdoctor.usana.com.
Disclaimer: The content of our website is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor relating to any medical condition.
My patients and friends often ask me what exactly antioxidants are, so I would like to introduce you to some of the ideas that make me realise why they are so important for our health. Take a look at this:
Part I of IV: Antioxidants - What are they?
Oxidation is a natural process that happens to all cells in nature, including the cells in your body. Antioxidants provide an important defense against the daily assault of free radicals on healthy cells. This Essentials of Health four-part series will review the function, benefits, sources, and safety of dietary antioxidants.
Free radicals are atoms or groups of atoms with an odd (unpaired) number of electrons and can be formed when oxygen interacts with certain molecules. Once formed these highly reactive radicals can start a chain reaction, like dominoes. Their chief danger comes from the damage they can do when they react with important cellular components such as DNA, or the cell membrane.
Cells may function poorly or die if this occurs. To prevent free radical damage the body has a defense system of antioxidants. Antioxidants are molecules that can safely interact with free radicals and terminate the chain reaction before vital tissues and cells are damaged. Although there are several enzyme systems within the body that scavenge free radicals, the principle micronutrient (vitamin/mineral) antioxidants are vitamin E, beta-carotene, vitamin C and selenium.
The body cannot manufacture these micronutrients so they must be supplied in the diet. In addition, there are literally hundreds of plant derived nutrients (phytonutrients) that act as important antioxidants in the diet. It is impossible to avoid damage by free radicals.
Free radicals arise from sources both inside (endogenous) and outside (exogenous) our bodies. Oxidants that develop from processes within our bodies form as a result of normal breathing, metabolism, and inflammation. Exogenous free radicals form from environmental factors such as pollution, sunlight, strenuous exercise, X-rays, smoking and alcohol. Our antioxidant systems are not perfect, so as we age, cell parts damaged by oxidation accumulate.
What do you do when your pet has a broken bone? Well, get it to a vet as soon as possible, of course - but is there anything you can do to support it while you are en route or waiting for the visit? Of course.
Dr Andrew Jones, holistic vet, whose courses have so inspired and helped me, has come up with yet more excellent guidelines. See below for top tips!
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I have been seeing a rash of pets for serious injuries- especially those with fractures ( broken bones)
Can you do anything at home?
YES
Here are just a few suggestions:
WATCH FOR SHOCK. The first thing you must think about is supportive care and treating for shock. The more obvious signs include pale gums, weakness, dizziness, rapid shallow respirations and rapid heartbeat. In this instance your pet's circulation system causes a loss of blood flow to the major organs, and the result can be fatal. This can happen in as little as 15 minutes. Wrap your pet in a blanket to keep her warm, give her a few drops of corn syrup or honey on her gums to keep her conscious, and rush to your vet.
SLOW THE FLOW. If your pet is bleeding, stop it. Apply a gauze or clean towel and hold on the area for at least 5 minutes. If the blood soaks through, add another towel or gauze pad on top. See BLEEDING section for more details.
QUIET PLEASE. Keep your pet as quiet as possible. Cats and small dogs can be placed in a box or a basket. ESPECIALLY don't move exposed bones. If the bone is outside the skin, leave it alone please. Movement can cause additional bone damage, and possibly lacerate a vein or artery causing bleeding.
COVER IT. If the bone is not exposed apply a dry bandage. If the bone is above the skin and will dry out then apply a wet bandage. Be very careful about cleanliness. If your pet will not let you bandage, don't force it.
SUPPORT IT. The least amount of movement your pet and the fracture have to go through, the better. Try to support the leg when moving the animal by resting the leg on a towel or in your hand. If possible, move your pet on a rigid surface, such as a piece of plywood.
BANDAGE OR SPLINT. If you are unable to see your veterinarian immediately, then you should give additional support to the limb by way of a splint or bandage.
BANDAGE OR SPLINT FOR A LOWER LIMB
There are two general rules: Use a lot of padding; bandage above and below the joints of the affected bone.
If the bone is exposed cover the bone with gauze swabs or bandage, torn sheet or a sanitary napkin soaked in sterile saline or salty water. Some cling wrap can be used over the wet layer to keep the fluid in this layer.
Apply a good thick layer of cotton wool. A fluffy towel may work but won't be as easy to apply. You can separate the cotton wool into 2-3 layers.
Apply a layer of gauze bandage drawing it firmly over the cotton wool. Apply another layer of gauze this time drawing the gauze more firmly. The bandage should be taut enough to make a sound if tapped.
If cotton is not available, then try to get some bubble wrap. Wrap the limb, then secure the wrap with tape.
APPLYING A SLING ON THE FRONT LEG
If your pet is in severe pain or the leg is very unstable, then apply a sling.
Wrap conforming bandage such as gauze loosely around the paw moving from front to outside to back.
Bend the wrist, elbow and shoulder so that the leg is against the chest.
Bring the gauze up over the outside of the shoulder and down behind the opposite leg and back to the starting point.
Apply more layers bringing some of the layers over the front of the wrist to prevent it sliding out of the bandage.
PAIN CONTROL. Ensure that your pet has adequate pain control. Your veterinarian can prescribe specific pain medications. A safe natural remedy that gives some pain relief is Arnica. The dose is 1 30C tablet per 10-20 lbs of body weight every 4-6 hours.
Aspirin can be safely given to most dogs. (NOT SAFE FOR CATS). The dose is 325mg per 40lbs given every 12 hours.
BANDAGE CARE. Keep bandages dry, and check for swelling. Cover the bandage with a plastic bag when going outside. Check the toes daily for swelling (the toes will spread when swollen). If this occurs, have the bandage changed.
REST AND TIME. It takes fractures a minimum of 8 weeks to heal, and some take 12-16 weeks. The key is proper rest, restraint and immobility of the fractured leg. Follow your veterinarian's directions carefully. Although 3 months may seem like a long time, it's short in the life of your pet.
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Life has been hectic as ever, and I have had fun juggling return from our family holiday in Devon (and my 6 days in Salt Lake City, Utah), getting school uniforms ready for school, my return to GP practice yesterday after my wrist fracture & slipped disc (off since Mid April!), walking Willow & keeping fit, and my websites & other home business. I love it! Variety & excitement keep me young!
I have always loved the video on Youtube - "Where the hell is Matt", and found today on the usana blog that one of the USANA associates, Ed has also been inspired - take a look here!
This reminds me how good we feel when we dance, how amazingly it adds to our energy. and keeps us motivated.
Dr Alison Grimston is a holistic doctor who works with complementary therapies and nutritional supplements. She only recommends the best, pharmaceutical grade nutritional supplements, such as those on www.holisticdoctor.usana.com.
Disclaimer: The content of our website is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor relating to any medical condition.
Athletes use their bodies to extreme levels. While it is now accepted byt the American Medical Association that all adults should take nutritional supplements, athletes are even more in need than the rest of us. Yet athletes also have the most to lose if they take poor-quality supplements, sometimes contaminated by untested compounds that lead to dope testing failure.
So what is the answer? The NSF recently posted on this subject, one that is dear to my heart. Fundamentally, athletes need to ensure that any supplements that they use are NSF tested, and labelled as such. I always recommend that athletes use only pharmaceutical - grade nutritional supplements that are NSF certified. Any combination of supplements used should be chosen on the basis that it is known to work together.
In actual fact, I only recommend supplements that offer up to a million dollar (five hundred thousand pounds) guarantee that an athlete will not fail a dope test while taking these products. They are also tested for absorption and compatibility, with a combination working synergistically for those athletes that expect top performance from their supplements, as they do from themselves.
To start, I recommend a particular, high quality, broad - spectrum antioxidant, phytonutrient and chelated mineral combination. Most athletes will experience an improvement in general health and well-being with this alone. I would also recommend pharmaceutical-grade double distilled omega 3 fatty acids, grapeseed extract, glucosamine with turmeric, and additional coenzyme Q10, for those highly active muscle tissues.
It is also essential that athletes eat healthily, sticking where possible to a low GI (glycaemic index, see www.glycemicindex.com) diet. Some nutritional foods can help with this, especially when athletes are on the go, on the road, or about to compete. Again, if these are certified free of contamination, this can help with confidence.
Finally, athletes need to minimise other sources of pollution and chemicals, and usig parabens-free skin care and body care products can be really helpful here. I know of athletes who have seen a real improvement in their energy levels using a combination of these approaches, allowing them to get back to olympic standard after periods of overtraining and all that that entails.
Also - lead a balanced life! Laugh, relax, meditate if possible, and have a great vision that you work towards, and you will be all the happier for it!
Dr Alison Grimston is a holistic doctor who works with complementary therapies and nutritional supplements. She only recommends the best, pharmaceutical grade nutritional supplements, such as those on www.holisticdoctor.usana.com.
Disclaimer: The content of our website is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor relating to any medical condition.
Do doctors & nurses use & recommend nutritional supplements?
It's an interesting question, isn't it?
At medical school, I remember the banter - "Don't recommend nutritional supplements, everyone can get what they need from their food. Anyway, supplements just make expensive urine!"
Surely times haven't change? Oh yes they have!
The Journal of the American Medical Association published a review article in 2002, in which an analysis of the use of nutritional supplements to prevent chronic disease led to the conclusion that it is now pertinent that all adults should take nutritional supplements. This was a big change around - the American Medical Association in the 1980s reported that suppelements were unnecessary. Unfortunately the reviewers did not look into the difference between formulations, and merely recommended the cheapest without knowledge of the diffference in bioavailability and potency of different makes. Nonetheless the report is very interesting.
Currently it is estimated that 60% of Americans are taking nutritional supplements. The UK falls way behind with 35% taking supplements.
Now there has been a survey of doctors and nurses in the US. Admittedly it was an online survey, so is unlikely to be truly representative of doctors and nurses.
I suspect that the figures in the UK would be much, much lower. I also truly believe that the NHS prevents doctors and nurses from recommending supplements in the UK. This is for three reasons. Firstly we have nt had the relevant education. Secondly we are not aware of the differences in quality of different supplements, only that many are poor quality and not worth the money paid for them. Thirdly that there is an unspoken feeling that if as a GP we recommend any item, the patient will then expect it to be available to them for fr*ee, or the price of a prescription. I feel that this negates the effect on self of taking responsibility, both financial and at the core, for our own health.
Take a look at the abstract - it makes interesting reading!
Dr Alison Grimston is a holistic doctor who works with complementary therapies and nutritional supplements. She only recommends the best, pharmaceutical grade nutritional supplements, such as those on www.holisticdoctor.usana.com.
Disclaimer: The content of our website is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor relating to any medical condition.
Here I am 1 week post-op my cervical C6-7 discectomy (after 6 weeks unable to work due to the accompanying right arm pain & weakness) and 2 weeks after I fell & broke my left wrist... Arm in plaster (yup, I'm left handed) and I'm afraid, while the right arm and hand are regaining power well, my left is incapacitated. So typing is painful...
Fortunately my friend Kat Sanders stepped into the breach & gave me this wonderful article to use. Thanks Kat & what great info it is!
Why Probiotics?
Of late,
we’ve been hearing the words probiotics being thrown about a lot in the realm
of health and fitness. The health benefits are the same that fermented food
like yoghurt gives us. They’re dietary supplements of live bacteria or yeast that
are healthy for the human body because:
·They help minimize the effect of
antibiotics: While
antibiotics are useful in fighting infections and preventing new ones from
targeting your body, their overuse can lead to a suppression of your natural
immune system because new strains of bacteria that are resistant to most known
antibiotics develop in your body when you take too many of them. Probiotics
help nullify this effect and boost your immune system so that your body is
naturally able to fight infection.
·They aid the digestive process: It’s not enough to just watch what
we eat; we also need to ensure that the nutrients in the food we put in our
bodies is effectively absorbed and that we benefit from them. Probiotics help
in the digestive process and enhance the absorption of protein, calcium,
phosphorous and fat.
·They prevent vaginal and urinary
tract infections in women: There are various healthy bacteria in a woman’s vagina that help
maintain hygiene and health. Factors like oral contraceptives, too many
steroidal treatments, menopause, spermicides, diabetes, antibiotics, and the
reduction of estrogen due to external factors or age kill these bacteria and
cause infections of the vaginal and urinary tracts. Probiotics prevent
embarrassing infections and helps maintain good hygiene.
·They lower blood pressure and
cholesterol: Clinical
trials have shown that lactic acid bacteria are effective in reducing both
total and LDL cholesterol levels in people who are healthy. And the peptides
produced during the fermentation of milk and other lactic products are thought
to be useful in controlling and lowering blood pressure.
·They prevent colon cancer: Cancer is a dreadful disease, and
when it affects your colon, you reach a stage where your intestines are blocked
and you’re unable to eat anything at all. Probiotics help maintain good colon
health by minimizing the carcinogenic effects of cooked meat.
If you’re
allergic to dairy products or don’t eat them for other reasons, probiotics are
the best way to gain all these health benefits.
By-line:
This article
is written by Kat Sanders, who regularly blogs on the topic of how to become a radiology tech
at her blog The Heath Tech's Blog. She welcomes your comments and questions at
her email address: katsanders25@gmail.com.
This is the site of Dr Alison Grimston, a United Kingdom GP and
spiritual healer who works with animals and people. Here she offers
insights and information on integrating the best of complementary and
scientific medicine in human and animal care. For more information on how nutritional supplements can transform your life see http://www.holisticdoctor.usana.com
Disclaimer: The content of our website is not a substitute for
professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of
your doctor relating to any medical condition.
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