Sugar and it's effects on your immune system

Sugar!!

60 mins after eating sugar….

What happens in your body when you have even just a small amount of sugar??

0-15 minutes

The first part of your body that feels the effects is, of course, teeth and gums. Sugar mixes with bacteria in saliva, which forms an acid that attacks teeth enamel

15- 30 mins

Once the sugar has passed through the stomach, it then hits the small intestine, which gets broken down and taken into the bloodstream. The pancreas kicks into action, releasing insulin to convert as much of this into energy. Then the energy is distributed around your body.

However, because there is such a high influx of sugars swimming around the blood, not all can be converted.

Whatever is leftover is sent to the liver and converted and stored as fat.

Around this time, the adrenals interpret the sharp increase in sugars as the body undergoing huge stress. Adrenal hormones, including epinephrine and cortisol, are released. This, in turn, causes the heart rate to increase and makes you sweat.

30-45 minutes

Your blood pressure has now risen.
Increased dopamine levels in the brain have resulted in a sugar high, which gradually starts to decline.

Next comes the crash!!

Your insulin skyrockets, and hormone levels have caused blood sugar levels to crash. This causes tiredness, irritability, anxiety or even headaches.

In response, the hormones attempt to restore Blood sugars to normal, by squeezing what they can from the liver.

45-60 minutes

Hormonal chaos has disrupted the Phagocytic cell function - which means that your immune system won't be working at full capacity and your body is more prone to infection from bacteria and viruses. A lot less effective than it was before ingesting the sugar!!

The immune system will take at least 5 hours to be back to where it was before you ate sugar-

So to keep yourself healthy - don't eat Sugar!!!

(sugar is hidden in lots of foods - Look at your labels)

How are YOUR Thyroid and Adrenal Hormones?

Today we are going to look at thyroid health.

Why do Our Fast Track to Health and Ultimate Detox programmes concentrate on Hypothalamus to get our body into balance?

First off, Metabolic activity is a short description of the vast array of chemical processes that our cells must complete before we create the energy needed to sustain life.
A healthy metabolism depends, most importantly, on the thyroid and adrenal glands. In this article, we will go through some of the processes the thyroid must perform for us to have the energy to thrive.  

The thyroid governs our basal metabolic rate - BMR. Which is the rate at which the body converts oxygen and calories into energy in a resting state.

The hypothalamus and pituitary glands closely regulate the production of T4 and T3. The hypothalamus monitors circulating blood thyroid hormone levels and responds to low levels by releasing thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH). TRH then stimulates the pituitary gland to release thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). When thyroid hormone levels increase, the production of TSH decreases, which in turn slows the release of new hormones from the thyroid gland.

The most biologically active form of thyroid hormone is T3, primarily converted in the liver (and peripheral tissues). This is because the thyroid produces mainly T4 which has to go through a conversion to T3 to make it viable.  For this conversion to take place, we need selenium, which converts to a selenium-dependent enzyme. This, in turn, helps the vital conversion to take place.

Inflammatory cytokines prevent the HPA ( Hypothalamus, Pituitary adrenal) axis from functioning at an optimum rate, Which in turn reduces levels of thyroid hormones, inhibits the conversion of T4 into T3 and decreases the sensitivity of the thyroid to TSH.

Elevated inflammatory cytokines* also play a role in autoimmune (Hashimoto’s) thyroiditis by suppressing thyroid receptor site sensitivity. Chronic stress also disrupts the body’s immune barriers, potentially inducing auto-immune dysregulation.

 * Cytokines are small secreted Proteins released. Some are inflammatory, and some are anti-inflammatory. It is the inflammatory ones we are talking about here. They can be the cause of chronic pain and dis-ease

Most T3 conversion occurs in the liver.  Poor liver function, heavy metals (like mercury, lead, cadmium, and arsenic), plus excessive oestrogens (oestrogen dominance) may all affect thyroid function.  
Plus if you are iodine deficient you are more likely to be having problems with fluoride because it is very similar in its makeup to iodine. The receptors in our thyroid that react to iodine will also react to fluoride. Iodine is mainly known to be stored in the thyroid, so this imposter can also be found in the thyroid, in iodine’s place, preventing the health and vitality of that gland. Plus if this and other chemicals are in your thyroid, it allows less space for iodine if you supplement it.  Which, of course, impacts the rest of the body.

If we look at this imbalance in another way, Chemical toxicity and nutritional deficiency, as in Mineral imbalance such as low selenium, low/high iodine, zinc & high fluoride, chlorine & cobalt., these both can be a major stress on the body and really could be the root of so many different symptoms.   
What to do if you think that Thyroid/Adrenal/ Oestrogen dominance could be your issue?
Here are some symptoms that you might be experiencing – if you tick 5 or more of these boxes then it is likely that you are in need of some support.

Thyroid Symptoms

Underactive

• Increased sensitivity to cold

• Fatigue

• Constipation

• Dry skin

• Weight gain

• Puffy face

• Hoarseness

• Muscle weakness

• Elevated blood cholesterol level

• Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness

• Pain, stiffness or swelling in your joints

• Heavier than normal or irregular menstrual periods

• Thinning hair

• Slowed heart rate

• Depression

• Impaired memory

• Changes in the menstrual cycle

• Infertility

• Eye problems

 
Overactive

• fatigue or muscle weakness

• hand tremors

• mood swings

• nervousness or anxiety

• rapid heartbeat

• heart palpitations or irregular heartbeat

• skin dryness

• trouble sleeping

• weight loss

• increased frequency of bowel movements

• light periods or skipping periods.

The symptoms of adrenal imbalance include:

• Mental and psychological ailments such as depression

• Faintness and dizziness

• Weakness and fatigue

• Heart palpitations

• Emotional hypersensitivity

• Inability to cope with stress

• Social anxiety

• Muscle weakness

• Headache, scalp ache, or general body ache

• Severe or dull lower back pain

• Extremely sensitive skin

• Nausea, diarrhoea, and vomiting

• Abdominal pain and hunger pain despite an empty stomach

• Extreme craving for salty foods

• Anxiety and jitters

• Clumsiness and confusion

• Motion sickness

• Insomnia and dark circles under the eyes

• Low bladder capacity and symptoms of IBS

• Irregular or non-existent menstrual period

Adrenal fatigue symptoms

• body aches

• trouble concentrating

• racing thoughts

• moodiness and irritability

• feeling overwhelmed

• hormone imbalance

• cravings for sweet and salty foods

• Always tired

 
Oestrogen dominance symptoms
 
 

• Irregular or otherwise abnormal menstrual periods

• Decreased sex drive

• Bloating (water retention)

• Breast swelling and tenderness

• Fibroids

• Zinc deficiency – If you are not sure about this one then get a taste test done at your local clinic/health shop

• Irritability

• Fibrocystic breasts

• Headaches (especially premenstrual)

• Mood swings

• Magnesium deficiency – symptoms like cramp and nervous twitches are the main ones

• Osteoporosis

• Pre-menopausal bone loss

• Prostate cancer

• Weight and/or fat gain (particularly around the abdomen and hips)

• Cold hands and feet (a symptom of thyroid dysfunction)

• Hair loss

• Thyroid dysfunction

• Sluggish metabolism

• Foggy thinking, memory loss

• Mild to severe depression

• Fatigue

• Trouble sleeping/insomnia

• PMS

• Bloating

• Concentration

• Anxiety

• Skin breakouts

• Mania

• Hallucinations 

• Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar esp. 3-4 pm)

• Memory loss – from mild to severe dementia

• Polycystic ovaries (PCOS)

 
If you tick 4 or more in one or more of the categories, then please book an appointment and we can go through your options - book a free 15 min chat

Know that something is not quite right?

Had all the doctors tests and everything comes back as normal??
Have a look here to see if it is your Hormones.

Estrogen Dominance - is this the root of your problems (men as well as ladies)

Dominant Oestrogen Symptoms

I am sure you have heard of Oestrogen Dominance, but I wonder if you realize how much it can affect us all, men and women alike! What I am going to cover is the why, how and what you can do to start reversing it!
It is simple really like most things. It feels and sounds complicated.  But once you know what you are dealing with.  All will be revealed to you.

First, here are some of the most common symptoms that can be signs that you are dealing with Dominant Oestrogen!

• Irregular or otherwise abnormal menstrual periods

• Decreased sex drive

• Bloating (water retention)

• Breast swelling and tenderness

• Fibroids

• Zinc deficiency – If you are not sure about this, then get a taste test done at your local clinic/health shop

• Irritability

• Fibrocystic breasts

• Headaches (especially premenstrual)

• Mood swings

• Magnesium deficiency – symptoms like cramp and nervous twitches are the main ones

• Osteoporosis

• Pre-menopausal bone loss

• Prostate cancer

• Weight and/or fat gain (particularly around the abdomen and hips)

• Cold hands and feet (a symptom of thyroid dysfunction)

• Hair loss

• Thyroid dysfunction

• Sluggish metabolism

• Foggy thinking, memory loss

• Mild to severe depression

• Fatigue

• Trouble sleeping/insomnia

• PMS

• Bloating

• Concentration

• Anxiety

• Skin breakouts

• Mania

• Hallucinations

• Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar esp. 3-4 pm)

• Memory loss – from mild to severe dementia

• Polycystic ovaries (PCOS)

Dominant Oestrogen Is also linked with
Allergies, Autoimmune disorders, Breast cancer, uterine cancer, infertility, ovarian cysts, and increased blood clotting. It is also associated with the acceleration of ageing.

It is all well and good knowing the symptoms. It is imperative that we know what causes this debilitating and sometimes life-taking problem. Then we need some guidelines on how to move out of imbalance and into balance. – We will come to this a bit later

The PILL and HRT

It has been known for a long time that medications such as birth control pill and HRT can cause problems.
However, we are now being affected every day by a chemical onslaught. One that we can’t keep away from unless we are consuming organic foods and that have never had chemicals or other herbicides added. Not many people have the great fortune to have this all their lives!
It isn’t just what we have consumed recently, as these chemicals are cumulative. As in as we go through life, we accumulate this toxicity. Our body has no mechanisms to remove them, as they are foreign to it.

There has been found to be many chemicals that act just like oestrogen in the body. These are called Xenoestrogens. These are some of the root causes of Oestrogen dominance in society. These along with Oestrogen-only HRT and the contraceptive pill have a lot to answer for!

List of the Xenoestrogens – that we know about

Pesticides  - DDT, DDE, 24T, Dioxin, Dieldrin, endosulfan, Methoxychlor, kepone, toxaphene, chloropicrin, 245T, glyphosate, hi-cane. These are the tip of the iceberg. The list is huge, but I am sure you get the idea.

Petroleum products – including car fumes, methylbenzene, toluene, benzene, styrene, pyrene, mineral oil - think baby oil, bio-oil

Plastics (PVC, PCB’s biphenyl, nonylphenol, octaphenyl, lunch wraps etc)

Hormones: a. From Doctors (OCP & HRT + contraceptive injection), b. From the poultry industry and antibiotics in animal feed

EMFs – These are all around us and are known at Electromagnetic field stress. The waves from mobile phones, Bluetooth devices and even some radio waves. These can disrupt the balance in the body. Then indirectly, along with the above, make our oestrogen levels go totally out of kilter.

What to do to bring your balance back?

Well, you need to do the following.

1. Minimize the Usage of Endocrine Disruptors:  Come off all oral contraceptives, hormone creams, hormone-based prescription medications, etc. If you decide to do this.  It would be advisable to consult your doctor or health professional about this. This is because weaning stages may be required

   Plus, this also includes Plastic around your food, bleached sanitary towels and tampons, makeup, skin products that contain mineral oils etc.

2. Use an anti-inflammatory diet plan – avoid grains and other carb-loaded foods. Keep off meat that isn’t grass-fed and hormone-free – preferably organic, if possible.

3. Drink lots of water and other non-fizzy non-aspartame drinks – lemon juice with water or good quality herbal teas are great.

4. Eat lots of leafy green veggies and broccoli

5. Walk or do gentle exercise regularly

6. Detox regularly

7. Reduce stress in your life as much as you can by avoiding the news and listing to negative people

To help with the above and to drop weight and help bring balance into your life, please look at our programmes Fast Track to Health and/or Ultimate Detox - or go the whole hot and get onto our 12 week Ultimate Detox challenge which includes both of these amazing programmes. - Have a look at our shop for your options

Our Magnesium's are simply the Best!!

Ever wondered why you take magnesium but don’t get the results you hope for? This one will help, we stand by them as we know that they work

Our Magnesium oils are designed to be a three in one product.

First we have our unique magnesium oil – this is a transdermal oil that is applied externally. The reason we apply to the skin rather than taking powders, liquids or tablets. Is that after over 30 years of experience in the field of natural health and nutrition we have found quite simply is that it works! Why? Because it by-passes digestion and gets taken up directly into the blood stream. Because it goes direct into the blood what have found that no matter what state of health the digestion is before we start using the magnesium as we build up the system with this amazing nutrient everything starts improving. Why doesn’t this happen with the oral type? Mainly because when we are low then we don’t absorb all our nutrients. In fact it generally goes straight through!
What makes our magnesium oil different from any other on the market? We have created a way of making our oils more potent, by using Hydrosol’s and a very unique way of creating the magnesium oil itself – this came about by accident and it really is very different (not something we will ever share)

Next is our essential oils- these combinations of oils are put together to work in synergy together to help specific purposes. By applying them to the skin, like the magnesium they get absorbed via the blood stream and the effects are like magic (it can be effective immediately)
In fact, we have found that the magnesium oil acts as an amazing conduit, it brings whatever we put with it into the body in a very speedy way. We have seen the effects on humans and animals they can be amazing!

Homeopathic/NZ Essences – we add these into our magnesium for the same reason we use the magnesium oil via the skin, quite simply they work! The combinations have come together after over 10 years of trailing and improving. These formulas work brilliantly together as the vibrational synergy is part of nature. The formulas cover many bases and as a broad spectrum formula at least one of the ingredients will help the body heal.

Quantum Herbal Party

Enjoy our First Quantum Herbal party

Yesterday we hosted a Quantum Herb party, which has proven to be very popular as we do a couple of demonstrations as to how easy it is to use herbs in a very different way.

You don’t need the actual herb, you don’t need a tincture of the herb, you don’t even need a bottle of the essence of the herb!!

Intrigued?? The have a look - take some time out of your busy day to down;load some magic
It is best if you watch at least part of this video in a quiet space, so you can close your eyes and relax

EMF (5g especially) are your symptoms from exposure?

EMF (5g especially)  are your symptoms from exposure?

In this modern world where we can access films, people, food, well anything really just by clicking a few buttons. Which can be such a blessing. We can find information about anything by just googling it!

However all of that fast accessing world has a definite downside and with the up and coming 5G we are looking at the symptoms on steroids!!

So what are the appliances that can affect us the most?

• Microwave ovens

• Computers

• House energy meters – smart meters especially

• Wireless (Wi-Fi) routers

• Mobile phones

• Bluetooth devices

• Power lines

• MRI’s

• TV’s and other screens

• Even other electrical appliances if they are plugged in add to the cocktail.

 Plus, we have a slightly different spectrum of  - ultraviolet light and x rays, which also ramp up the effects

It is rare that one of the above will cause sickness, however, it is the cumulative effect that is dragging us down, health-wise – emotionally as well as physically.

Here are just some of the symptoms of excess EMF exposure

According to some scientists, EMFs can affect your body’s nervous system function and cause damage to cells. Cancer and unusual growths may be one symptom of very high EMF exposure. Other symptoms may include:

• Sleep disturbances, including insomnia

• Flu-like symptoms

• Headache

• Depression and depressive symptoms

• Anxiety

• Tiredness and fatigue

• Dysesthesia (a painful, often itchy sensation)

• Lack of concentration

• Changes in memory

• Dizziness

• Irritability

• Loss of appetite and weight loss

• Restlessness and anxiety

• Nausea

• Skin burning and tingling

• Changes in an Electroencephalogram (which measures electrical activity in the brain)

• Cancers of all types, especially brain, skin and hormonal

• Weight gain/loss

• Food allergies/sensitivity

• Diabetes/metabolic syndrome

• Heart disease

• Infertility

• Tinnitus

• Plus, more and more symptoms are being linked to exposure to EMF’s

So, what can you do to help yourself?

There are some simple things to do to protect yourself – there are many more like painting your house in EMF shielding paint, purchasing Blue shield devices etc. However, for many, that is an expense that needs to be saved for – here is the website if you would like to know more

I have devised a simple protocol that can be relatively easy to implement and is effective

1.    Make sure you connect to the earth regularly – barefoot. That way, you can ground your energy – here is a documentary all about it. It is effortless click here to watch

2.    Turn off your devices and Wi-Fi at night while you rest – plus, do not have any electrical devices in your bedroom. If you need an alarm invest in an old-fashioned alarm clock

3.    Keep cell phones, off your body – keep them in a bag or anywhere that is away from you.

4.    Try and have device-free days. I personally try to have two days a week where I don’t turn on my computer or have my phone with me.
This is important! On those days connect with nature and enjoy connecting with others and the earth.

5.    Drink good quality water

6.    Use the speaker function on your mobile phone or earphone

7.    Keep your mineral levels up high – using liquid minerals and of course, magnesium – I, of course, recommend that you use our gel – in fact, I have one I have been using for a long time that I have decided to release – it has herbs in which contain cannabinoids, legal ones of course!!, Cannabinoids have been extensively researched and have been shown to help protect your nervous system, which is what is primarily affected by EMF’s. The legal herbs include Echinacea, black pepper, Copaiba, Helichrysum and cocoa – so yes, good quality chocolate could be very useful – or why not make your own? That way, you will know what is in it!

9.    I have been working on a remedy to help protect you that you put in a water container – just one drop in a large container – up to 10 litres. This can help you to detox as well as protect!  I put this remedy in Our Fast Track To Health and our Ultimate Detox sprays - plus our new Health club Homoeopathic remedy

Are you suffering from EMF exposure? Symptoms and some suggestions to help here

5G, is it something to fear? If it is, what can we do about it??

5G, is it something to fear? If it is what can we do about it??

Over the last weeks, I have been looking into the potential problem that 5G might create. Now there is a lot been written about it negatively and positively, so how do you make effective choices for yourself and your family?

I have been reading up via what tests there are on Rats etc plus what scientists who are researching EMF’s. (not many I hasten to add) and from what I can see is that the biggest threat is the oxidizing effect that it is likely to have. So It is advisable to ramp up your levels of antioxidants which is where Hydrogenated water comes into play.

Antioxidant properties of Hydrogen water

You have heard of antioxidants and why we need them, of that I am sure. But did you know that hydrogen water is the most bio-available of them all??

Why Is hydrogen water so effective as an Antioxidant?

Here’s is why in a nutshell

In 1966, the Japanese Ministry of Health, Work and Welfare accepted that ionized water had health benefits and authorized domestic equipment for producing this water. In 1994, to encourage the use of ionized water in Japanese society, the Functional Waters Foundation was created with support from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Work and Welfare.

Hydrogen water is sold in bottles in numerous stores in Japan. The product is labelled with its antioxidant potential measured in millivolts.

Oxidation which otherwise would be impossible without Hydrogen water

If you put a piece of iron in regular water it rusts, while in hydrogen water. it doesn’t. Seventy per cent of the human body is water, in which the remaining 30% is submerged. The electrons provided by hydrogen water reduce our rate of oxidation. 

Size of Hydrogen as an antioxidant in comparison to others

Why Hydrogen water is so easy to absorb as an antioxidant.

Because it is so much smaller than other antioxidants, hydrogen is capable of penetrating the cell nuclei, protecting our DNA from attacks by free radicals.

Hydrogen is also one of the few antioxidants that can cross the blood-brain barrier, which is why it is a Brain Antioxidant which is vital for what we are talking about in the case of 5G - think of mobile devices by your head!!

What’s more, hydrogen water, by being ionized, gets regrouped and becomes hexagonal (six molecules), which is able to reach far more of our cells than regular water (12 to 14 molecules).

Hexagonal water forms a powerful ionic bond with the hydrogen molecule so that when the cells are hydrated, they receive antioxidant hydrogen with the water.

Want to know more? Then go to this website

Over view of Fast Track to Health - 4 step system

With this program we help women wholeheartedly and lovingly embrace their Wise Woman years - enabling them to lose weight, gain energy and release those niggles, aches and pains. We do this using a simple program with effective support products

It can help any age but it is so effective for times of change! especially menopause - it also works with men too!!

With this aim my program has been created - I will be honest here, I created it just for me, as I had really struggled with my health, weight and overall vitality for many years, but when I hit menopause that is when things went from bad to worse 100 fold!!

Fast Track To Health is a program that helps you lose weight feel great and above all, allows you to fall in love with yourself!
This video explains it a little

Detox Warning

The pitfalls of not having support for your organs when going on a juice fast, Raw food diet, keto diet, paleo diet or clean eating program.

I was talking to a beautiful soul the other day about her trip to the hospital (gall bladder removal operation) which came out of the blue for her. we chatted about what she had been doing prior - which was, a long-term juice fast.

Now, I really understand doing these, as I have done many of these in my time.  But I learnt before doing them that I needed support whilst on this journey.

We live in a very toxic world, where we ingest ingredients into our bodies, through our food water air and even medications that we take.  Our bodies simply don’t have the mechanisms to eliminate the cascade of toxic residue fast enough. What the body will naturally do, is dump them into places where they will do the least harm. Our fat cells are the primary choice.

When you are on these programs you will start losing fat, the toxins then get released into the system. Then the already full system has to try to deal with this new onslaught, this is where the blockages can occur!

What I have experienced in the past, with clients and myself, is that if you don't have targeted support products when doing one of these programs, your detoxification pathways, will really struggle.

The backlog can cause a blockage like gallstones or can cause many reactions in your body, depending on your systems weak spots!

These can vary from headaches, emotional outbursts, skin outbreaks, constipation, diarrhea,, aches and pains hot and cold flushes, sore throat, cough,  Now having to have your gall bladder removed may seem to be an extreme example. But I have seen this happen time after time. So please make sure that you are supporting your body while it is going through this time. Otherwise what might happen is that when you have finished your cleanse, you might not end up feeling full of energy and vitality. You might end up either the same as you started with or worse!!

I have learnt that even a keto diet or our program Fast Track To Health can start these detox reactions, so much so that many clients used to give up after only a few days as they felt that they just simply couldn’t continue. This is why I developed the support products that I have for Fast Track and even more powerful ones for our Ultimate Detox.

Our Programmes cover all bases, we have a homoeopathic remedy, which helps our cells let go of the most common chemicals, viruses and bacteria, plus helps let go of heavy metals.

Our Boost drops help support our liver, kidneys and lymphatic systems by providing drainage remedies which are built into ionic minerals, Drainage basically means that it enables these organs to let go of the toxins

In our Ultimate Detox, we have a fabulous herbal detox which has support herbs that help cleanse and restore our vital organs and blood.

This way your detoxification pathways will be clearer and so your journey will not only be easier but far more effective for your long-term health and vitality!!
If you would like to embark on a detox, please book a time and I can steer you in the best direction for you - book your time below.

Are you ready to become the master practitioner of your own mind body and soul?

As you know, well I think you do, ! I have been in this industry for over 3 decades and have seen huge shifts. What I have noticed is that we are being constantly sold too and I know I am no exception, which has been a struggle for me as I want to help EVERYONE and I know that not all that need help can afford it!

So, I have found a way to keep you informed, in a variety of different ways, which will be fun, informative and can help you attain knowledge that can help you and your family attain better health!  

 “Awaken YOUR Inner Herbalist”  

This will be our membership platform, where we will share information, recipes, workshops, trade secrets and be collaborating with other experts in the field that is natural health. We are not just talking about herbs, but we are going to share lots of knowledge and have a lot of fun along the way!  

We have 3 different options from $10 per month up to $50 per month - all with great benefits to you and your family. 

Of course, I am continuing to promote and sell all of my successful programmes and products but on our new platform it is totally advert free!!  

The Launch is this coming Friday 28th June – I will be sending you the details, please share with as many as possible as we would love to take this to as many people as possible.

 Why am I doing This?  

As I said I want to help as many people as possible, plus like many others who love this wonderful business, I have struggled at times to keep the bills being paid, the taxman happy (never is) and to be able to enjoy, rather than stress! 

The other thing is that I would love to share the therapeutic knowledge and experience with an apprentice and to be able to do this effectively, I need funds, so that they can earn as they learn! This is my goal and to do this I need help!