Why we have Heart Disorders
Let us consider for a moment a bit of vocabulary surrounding the heart and how it interacts with our lives:
big-hearted
heartless
cold-hearted
half- hearted
heartfelt
from the bottom of your heart
take things to heart
You have touched my heart
talk heart to heart
Heart disorders occur when the body is unable to perform its pumping functions smoothly. Because the heart is both a physical and spiritual body part, there are many reasons for these disorders to occur.
The heart functions begin to fray when we are overloaded with anger, fear, criticism, heartbreak and no longer give and receive love.
Beyond the spiritual and emotional aspects, there are the old familiar physical aspects which actually begin to affect the heart many years before the disease manifests itself.
In all cases, the diagnosis of these disorders is best left up to professionals. However, much of the prevention is up to us.
Whenever I study heart disorders, diet, nutrition, and exercise are front and center. There is a whole line up of supplements for heart disorders. On one end of the spectrum, it’s easy enough to take the list and head for the local pharmacy or grocery store and get whatever is on sale.
For me, a better way is to get only those supplements which apply to your situation and which are recommended by a professional who knows the products. I’ve mentioned her name many times, but my supplement professional is Liz at Village Apothecary here in Woodstock. She knows the products, how they’re manufactured, how they fit into my total lifestyle mix, age group, etc.
Her number is 845-679-0790.
On a physical level, an ongoing goal is to reduce the risk factors associated with heart disease: smoking, elevated blood cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, diabetes, physical inactivity.
Reflexology for the Spirit is important in this mix. Homeostasis is an important element in a healthy circulatory system. When we encourage homeostasis, we make a pathway for the emotional/spiritual healing which is necessary.
When offering reflexology sessions to a person concerned with cardiovascular health, begin the session by working the solar plexus and diaphragm reflexes.
Work the endocrine system with emphasis on the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands.
Work the respiratory system with emphasis on the lung reflexes.
Work the circulatory system with emphasis on the heart reflexes.
Work the urinary system with emphasis on the kidney reflexes.
End the system by working the liver and solar plexus.
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High Blood Pressure and What You Can Do About It.
High blood pressure happens when the heart is forced to pump harder to maintain circulatory functions. Often people have high blood pressure and aren’t aware of the situation. High blood pressure can damage arterial walls and puts strain on the heart.
If you have high blood pressure, you are at risk of heart attack, stroke, peripheral artery disease, and congestive heart failure.
High blood pressure is often a lifestyle disease because factors affecting your blood pressure include smoking, overweight, inactivity, prediabetes and diabetes, and, finally, our old friend stress.
High blood pressure is also often a spiritual disease because factors affecting your blood pressure include pushing yourself beyond your limits, feeling too much pressure and too many demands in your daily life, holding onto anger and hurt.
If you want to control your hypertension, take the medication and make some lifestyle changes so the dose will be the absolute lowest possible. Often, the lifestyle changes will allow you to discontinue the medication.
Changing your diet can really help. Work on losing weight. This means cutting out the junk foods in addition to eating low calorie vegetables, fruits, beans. Cut out caffeine, alcoholic drinks and any beverage with calories. Diet is seriously important here…especially if you don’t want to take pills.
Some specific vitamins and minerals recommended for persons dealing with hypertension include Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Magnesium, Garlic, Flaxseed oil. Therefore, I advise that you find a nutritionist or call Liz at Village Apothecary in Woodstock (845-679-0790). She knows the vitamins and minerals you need and she knows what diet is going to work the best for your situation. You want to make sure that you are taking the right supplement and the right amount of the supplement to do the most good for you.
Exercise is important. Find something you like to do and then do it every day. Increase the amount of time you exercise a little each day. Until you come up with a better exercise, try walking.
Receiving Reflexology for the Spirit sessions regularly can definitely help to stabilize hypertension. Homeostasis to the rescue!
When offering a session to a person suffering with hypertension, begin the session by working the solar plexus and diaphragm reflexes.
Work the circulatory system with an emphasis on the heart reflex.
Work the urinary system as you focus on the kidney reflexes.
End the session by working the liver and solar plexus.
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Circulatory System – Bottom Line Information, 15 Essential Oils, 54 Foods that Nourish the Circulatory System, and 2 Improvements to be Expected from Regular Sessions to the Circulatory System.
BOTTOM LINE INFORMATION:
A healthy circulatory system is important to a person’s overall well being, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Our blood represents our life force. A key word here is happiness. High blood pressure, for example, can represent an emotional or spiritual issue in one’s life. And, while this may be a situation with emotional origins, it’s not an opportunity to ignore a warning sign.
A healthy circulatory system is necessary to feel and express emotions positively. A high cholesterol level interferes with open channels necessary for accepting happiness. High or low blood pressure represents longstanding unresolved emotional issues. And, of course, callouses on the heart area of the foot are important to the practitioner.
As you work the circulatory system, you have an opportunity to distribute love and healing feelings – improving a client partner’s sense of self worth and balancing blood flow. A person with a healthy heart is more likely to be happy.
ESSENTIAL OILS TO USE WHEN WORKING THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM INCLUDE cistus, clove, cypress, geranium, grapefruit, helichrysum, lavender, lemon, marjoram, myrtle, nutmeg, orange, peppermint, valerian, wintergreen.
FOODS NOURISHING THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM INCLUDE almonds, apples, artichokes, avocadoes, beans, beets, blueberries, broccoli, brown rice, butter, cabbage, carrots, cashews, celery, chocolate, coconut, coffee, cranberry juice, dandelions, eggs, fish, flaxseed oil, garlic, kale, leeks, legumes, mushrooms, mussels, nuts, oatmeal, olive oil, olives, onions, peanuts, pecans, peppers, persimmons, pineapple, pistachios, pomegranate juice, prunes, pumpkin, raspberries, sesame seeds, sesame oil, spinach, sunflower seeds, tomatoes, walnuts, water, whey, protein, yogurt.
Of the foods on the above list, the following items are also on Johnny Bowden PH.D.’s list of the 150 Healthiest foods on earth: almonds/almond butter, almond oil, apples, artichokes, avocados, beans, beets, blueberries, broccoli, butter, cabbage, cashews, celery, chocolate (dark), coconut/coconut oil, coffee, cranberry juice, dandelions, eggs, fish, flaxseeds/flaxseed oil, garlic, kale, leeks, mushrooms, mussels, oatmeal, olive oil(extra virgin), olives, onions, peanuts/peanut butter, pecans, peppers, pineapple, pistachio nuts, pomegranate juice, prunes, pumpkin/pumpkin seeds, raspberries, sesame seeds/sesame butter, tahini/sesame oil, sunflower seeds, walnuts, water, yogurt.
So you’ve actually got two lists here. The top list is the list of foods nourishing the circulatory system. The second list is those foods on Johnny Bowden, Ph .D.’s list. In the case of the circulatory system list, the majority of the foods are on both lists. This gets a little complicated but worth knowing. Please let me know if you have trouble with the information and how it is listed.
IMPROVEMENTS TO BE EXPECTED FROM SESSIONS TO THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM INCLUDE the fact that regular sessions will improve the circulation of the body and help normalize blood pressure if this is called for. There is a definite spiritual aspect to the circulatory system which Reflexology for the Spirit sessions address.
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Incontinence – a common spiritual affliction suffered by many, many people
Incontinence, the inability to control bladder functions, can be caused by injury, weak sphincter muscles, pressure on the bladder, and emotional stress. Incontinence accompanies diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease. Incontinence is also common in people over 50.
Spiritually, incontinence is a sense of being out of control. Sufferers are anxious, overwhelmed, stressed,
There are several types of incontinence: stress incontinence, urge incontinence, overflow incontinence, functional incontinence, and total incontinence.
Things can be done to prevent incontinence. Performing Kegel exercises to keep the pelvic floor muscles toned is helpful. Regular bowel movements help. It’s important to drink adequate but not extremely large amounts of water. Cut back on caffeine, and alcohol. Find out if any of the other medications you take can cause incontinence. If so, try to switch to a different drug.
Nutrition is a factor in incontinence. Take a good quality magnesium tablet daily. When you add magnesium to your vitamin regime, expect to take it for up to four months before you notice a difference.
Reflexology sessions definitely help. However, the incontinence sufferer needs to visit a physician to get a diagnosis. Treatments include exercise, reflexology, acupuncture, medication, surgery.
A reflexology for the spirit session for an incontinence sufferer includes:
Work the solar plexus and diaphragm reflexes.
Work the urinary system with emphasis on the bladder reflexes.
And, for men, work the prostate reflexes.
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Sinusitis – Reflexology for the Spirit Helps
A scourge. That’s what Sinusitis is.
Sinusitis is an inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the sinuses. It can be caused by allergies, pollutants, temperature extremes, and upper respiratory infections.
Several things can be done to deal with sinusitis. One of the first things is to try to determine what the underlying causes might be: allergies, dental infection.
If you know you have a tendency to suffer with sinus infections, try to deal with the allergies, use saline nasal sprays daily, and take natural decongestants and immune-enhancing herbs.
Visiting an otolaryngologist and an allergist helps also. The main thing is to keep the sinuses as clear as possible and to maintain drainage. This will encourage homeostasis when the reflexology session is given.
People become susceptible to sinus infections when they experience irritation, fear, anger, frustration. Sinus infections tend to occur when a person has a difficult situation in life and doesn’t know how to resolve it.
When offering a Reflexology for the Spirit session to a sinusitis sufferer, begin by working the endocrine system with emphasis on the pituitary gland and adrenal gland reflexes. Work the respiratory system with emphasis on the sinus reflexes. Focus on the lymphatic system reflexes. End the session by working the liver and solar plexus.
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sinuses reflexes.
Reflexology Blog – The Common Cold is Very Spiritual Indeed
So, what makes up a common cold? Sneezing, runny eyes, muscle aches, coughing, maybe some fever.
Work the endocrine system with emphasis on the pituitary gland the adrenal gland reflexes, work the sense organs with emphasis on the ear reflexes, work the respiratory system with emphasis on the lung and sinus reflexes, work the lymphatic system reflexes. Finish the session with the liver and solar plexus holds.
Colds have a very spiritual side. We usually get colds because of of one or more of the following elements in our lives:
People come down with colds when they have suffered some sort of shock: death or other emotional shock in which grief cannot be acknowledged.
Colds are common in people who are in the midst of change. Too much is going on in a person’s life. A cold allows the sufferer to have a few days to slow down.
Overwork is a popular element in the lives of cold sufferers. People become scattered. They have no time for themselves.
When you think of a cold, think of the phrase “too much”. Cold sufferers have too much work, too much fatigue, too much on the To Do list.
Reflexology sessions really help with this “Too Much” issue. They offer a short period of rest, an opportunity to return to homeostasis, a chance to stop physically running around for a few minutes. Reflexology sessions allow a person’s mind to relax and be at peace. When the mind relaxes, there is an opportunity for words like clarity and simplicity to become a reality.
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Reflexology Blog – The Sense Organs
Our ears, eyes, sense of smell, sense of touch, skin, are very spiritual in nature. Our sense organs reflect the changes we make in our lives and belief systems. They also offer us an opportunity to move into a defense mode when necessary.
Our ears help us hear and keep our balance. Reflexology for the Spirit practitioners divide the ears into two parts: inner and outer. Auricular reflexology (ear reflexology) is practiced on the outer ears themselves. The outer ears also have several spiritual reflex points not found on the feet.
Hearing and balance activities take place in the inner ear. Human ears are so sensitive that they can pick up very strong sounds like thunder, booms, and rock concert bands as well as the slightest rustle of a breeze. Even with all this sensitivity, humans do not hear as well as dogs, cats, horses, and wild animals.
Our ears also react to pressure changes affecting our balance. Deafness caused by birth, disease, or injury is usually permanent and not treatable with reflexology. Temporary deafness caused by ear wax blockages, drug reactions, or severe stress is often treatable with Reflexology for the Spirit.
Our eyes are constantly detecting and deciphering light waves. Under stress, it is possible for our vision to undergo changes. Our vision also changes with shifts in core beliefs.
Working the eye reflexes brings balance to blood and lymph flow. this refreshes them so it’s easier for them to adjust to the stress and changes they may be experiencing.
Many times a person’s behavior is influenced by how something is perceived. Never overlook the opportunity to work the eye reflexes if a person’s behavior appears to be puzzling to those around.
Tomorrow’s post will continue with information on the sense organs and how reflexologists work with them.
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Reflexology Blog – 8 Reasons to Call a Professional Healthcare Provider if You Have Back Pain
Not all pack pain problems need immediate medical attention. Many times a Reflexology for the Spirit session can offer relief and/or healing. Massage is helpful also. Sometimes a chiropractor or acupuncturist can offer relief. Because of the spiritual aspect surrounding back issues, time itself can offer healing. Reflexology works well with other modalities. Back discomfort is no exception.
However, it’s nice to know when you need to contact a professional about your discomfort. The following symptoms require attention:
Back pain following an accident or other injury
Constant pain which is not relieved by changing position
Pain that continues when resting, especially at night
Fever
Unexplained weight loss
Muscle weakness in arms, hands, legs, or feet
Sciatic pain felt below the level of the knee
Swelling and/or joint pain
Loss of sensation in buttocks/thighs
Urinary retention
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Reflexology Blog – 10 Ways to Sit More Comfortably. Sitting is More Difficult Than Standing.
The inspiration for this, and the next series of posts, is a book I read by Constance A. Bean: “The Better Back Book” It’s available through Amazon and is probably available through your favorite bookstore as well. I like the way she listed information to make it easier to read, understand, and use.
Avoid sitting on unstable, soft surfaces such as a very soft chair or a bed.
Always try to sit in a chair with armrests and always use the armrests. This way, you remove weight from your lower back. Use the armrests to shift your weight occasionally if you become uncomfortable.
Rocking chairs relieve back pain as you rock back and forth because your muscles are not held in one position.
The angle on the chair is changed as you rock back and forth.
The chair you sit in should support your lumbar spine.
The front part of the seat should be higher than the back part to make your back more comfortable. Your feet should rest flat on the floor. If you can find a chair low enough to the floor so that your knees are raised higher than your hips, you’ll be even more comfortable. If this isn’t possible, place your feet on a small stool or several phone books to raise your knees. The chair seat should be deep enough to support the entire thigh.
Using your armrests for support, get up out of your seat and walk around frequently.
When sitting for long periods, raise your shoulders and tighten your abdominal muscles and buttocks for a few moments. Then release the muscles and take 2-3 deep breaths.
Balance chairs align the spine correctly.
Car seats and airplane seats are very stressful for spines.
Do not slump in your chair because this habit stresses your spine.
When driving a car, position your car seat forward to make sure the leg is extended as little as possible. This will help you keep your pelvic tilted.
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Reflexology Blog – 7 Practical Tips for a More Comfortable Back
How you stand is very important. Try to keep the pelvis under the spine when you stand. That way, the broad pelvic bones will support the spinal column with the most effectiveness.
When standing, avoid folding your shoulders in on your body as you hunch your back. Women often do this. I see this as the body language of a person who is hiding her breasts. Young girls begin to use this posture for protection as their breasts develop. This posture is bad for the respiratory system. It also makes the spine have a more pronounced “S” curve than is healthy.
Wearing properly fitting shoes cannot be overstated. For women, don’t wear a heal over two inches high. Take care not to wear shoes that are too tight or small. Shoes with heels throw the spine out of alignment and are very stressful to your lower back. Boots that come up over the ankles can make a sore back even more sore. When buying shoes, stick with the “Comfort” brands: Merrell, Birkenstock, Dansko, SAS, Keen, Clarks.
Try to go barefoot at least an hour each day. This is very important for decreasing muscle tension in the back. If you are uncomfortable with nothing on your feet, try wearing socks.
Make sure your socks and stockings fit properly.
When standing for long periods, move around a bit. Shift your weight from one foot to the other. If possible, stand for a few moments with your feet several inches away from a wall, and lean your back against it.
If your feet are painful, visit a podiatrist. You’re doing nothing good for your back if you are ignoring your painful feet.
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