Archive for January, 2010
Impotence
Thursday, January 21st, 2010
Q: I’m suffering from a bout of impotence. It’s never happened to me before but I know that the more I worry about it, the worse it gets! What can I do?
A: Impotence related problems can be divided into physical and psychological causes with psychological causes contributing to 90% of erectile failure. Evolution has made it very clear that the chemical and hormones of stress must outweigh the effects of sex hormones. Fatigue likewise inhibits erections. Anxiety, stress, phobias all produce large amounts of catecholamines, which directly affect the nervous system thereby preventing erections. (more…)
S.A.D.
Thursday, January 14th, 2010
Q: I think I’m suffering from SAD. Is there any way of treating it without having to go on antidepressants?
A: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)is a condition in which the body is not exposed to enough sunlight to maintain normal levels of serotonin. It is associated with winter depression and summer hypomania. Typically, patients tend to feel depressed, slow down, oversleep, overeat and crave carbohydrates in the winter. In the summer they tend to feel elated, active and energetic. (more…)
Acne
Thursday, January 14th, 2010
Q: I suffer from acne and was wondering if there are any alternative ways of treating it?
A: Acne can accompany many conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, thyroid imbalances, digestive disorders, blood glucose imbalances, intestinal yeast infections, poor diet, etc. Acne on the chin area is often linked to hormonal and digestive related problems. Other possible influences include drug medication, chemical agents, cosmetics, excessive washing and rubbing. (more…)
New Year Clean Living
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
Q : It’s January and after an eventful Christmas I’m planning on a January full of clean living. Can you recommend something to help my body recover from the excesses of Christmas?
A : Feeling bloated, sluggish, and tired after the last month of indulging in chocolate, wine, and cookies? Kick off the New Year with a resolution for healthy and clean living. Your digestive system and liver take a strain over the festive season and detoxing can help support your body by increasing elimination from the body, cleansing the colon, and enhancing circulation to clear toxic substances. Eliminating unhealthy foods and suspected allergens from the diet further aids detoxification enhancing nutrient absorption and supports and protects the liver which is the main organ involved in a detox.
