#what is holistic medicine

[ninarossfunctionalmedicine]

Mental health through the brain-gut connection

The gut-brain connection refers to the relationship between the digestive system and the central nervous system. Recent research has shown that the health of the gut can have a significant impact on mental health and well-being. In this article, we'll explore the connection between the gut and the brain and how a healthy gut can improve mental health.

What is the Gut-Brain Connection?

The gut and the brain are connected through a network of nerves, hormones, and signaling molecules. The gut has its own nervous system, known as the enteric nervous system, which communicates with the central nervous system. This connection is bidirectional, meaning that the brain can influence the gut, and the gut can influence the brain.

How a Healthy Gut Improves Mental Health

1. Reducing Inflammation:

A healthy gut can help reduce inflammation in the body, which has been linked to depression and anxiety. By reducing inflammation, a healthy gut can improve mental health and well-being.

2. Improving Nutrient Absorption:

A healthy gut can improve the absorption of essential nutrients like B vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for brain health.

3. Regulating Serotonin Levels:

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is important for mood regulation. A healthy gut can help regulate serotonin levels, which can improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.

4. Reducing Stress:

A healthy gut can help regulate the body's stress response system, which can reduce the impact of stress on the body and mind.

How to Improve Gut Health

1. Probiotics:

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that live in the gut. They can be taken in supplement form or found in fermented foods like yogurt and kimchi.

2. Prebiotics:

Prebiotics are fibers that feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut. They can be found in foods like garlic, onions, and asparagus.

3. Avoiding Processed Foods:

Processed foods can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the gut and contribute to inflammation. Avoiding processed foods and eating a whole-foods based diet can improve gut health.

4. Managing Stress:

Stress can disrupt the balance of bacteria in the gut and contribute to inflammation. Managing stress through techniques like meditation, yoga, and deep breathing can improve gut health and mental health.

Working with a Healthcare Provider

It is important to work with a healthcare provider to develop a personalized plan for improving gut health and managing mental health. This may include dietary changes, natural supplements, and lifestyle modifications. A healthcare provider can also monitor important health markers like inflammation levels and nutrient status.

At Nina Ross Functional Medicine, we believe in taking a comprehensive approach to managing mental health and improving gut health. Our team of functional medicine practitioners can work with you to develop a personalized plan that helps improve your gut health and mental well-being.

Call to Action

If you're interested in improving your gut health and mental well-being, contact Nina Ross Functional Medicine to schedule a consultation with one of our functional medicine practitioners. Together, we can develop a personalized plan that helps you improve your gut health, reduce inflammation, and manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.

[sidewalkchemistry]

Conflict of Interests of Large Health Associations: Funded by Unhealthy Food Companies?

Why [was the American Diabetes Association] actually recommending people to eat these foods linked to diabetes? It seemed that the large health organizations were recommending people to eat the very foods linked to the diseases they're supposed to be fighting against: American Heart Association promoting beef; American Cancer Society promoting processed meat; pink ribbons [for breast cancer awareness] on dairy products; and bacon-wrapped shrimp by the American Diabetes Association. And then, it all came together...

And there it was: the American Diabetes Association was taking money from Dannon (one of the world's largest dairy yogurt), Kraft Foods (makers of Velveeta processed cheese, Oscar Mayer processed meats, Lunchables processed kids meals), and Bumble Bee Foods (makers of processed canned meats). American Cancer Society was taking money from Tyson (one of the world's largest meat producers) and Yum Brands (owner of Pizza Hut, KFC, and Taco Bell). Susan G. Komen, [which] was supposed to be fighting breast cancer, was promoting and partnering with KFC, Dietz & Watson processed meats, and Yoplait yogurt. And the American Heart Association was probably the most disturbing of them all — taking hundreds of thousands of dollars from the beef industry, poultry, and dairy producers, and millions from fast food and processed food manufacturers. Every single one of these associations was taking money from the meat & dairy companies that were correlated with the causes of these diseases. This would be like the American Lung Association taking money from the tobacco industry.

- Kip Andersen in What the Health

[thedarkkeep]

Listen to your gut.

[vileviale]

Having a holistic-centered family while loving science be like:

“Yeah I took tums cause my stomach felt bad”

“TUMS?! THAT HAS CHEMICALSSSS”

“It’s literally just flavored chalk we learned this in organic chemistry”

“WELL CHALK SHOULDNT BE IN YOUR BODY”

“It just neutralizes excess stomach acid that’s all it does”

“WELL WHY DO YOU HAVE EXCESS STOMACH ACID YOU SHOULD FIGURE THAT OUT FIRST”

“I’d love to know too but I haven’t figured that out yet so for now I’m sticking to tums”

“YOU’RE LIVER CHI DEFICIENT THATS YOUR PROBLEM”

“…(what does that even mean)”

[spiraeaherbs]

Things to Consider on Your Holistic Healing Journey

Things to Consider on Your Holistic Healing Journey

If you are about to embark on a new healing journey, embracing the world of herbs and natural treatment modalities, I am so excited for you. I remember those first days and the eager anticipation of a different experience than I had previously. If you, like me at the time, are coming from the paradigm and viewpoint of a pharmacological model, you may find your new experience with natural…

[akarrushdiy]

Divine Cure Elixir : Holistic Healing for Body and Spirit

Divine Cure Elixir : Holistic Healing for Body and SpiritProduct Name : Divine Cure Elixir–Introduction :–Discover the Ultimate Remedy for complete well-being with “Divine Cure Elixir”, a Powerful Herbal Solution meticulously crafted from Black Seed (Nigella Sativa), Pure Honey, Pristine Water, and the Sacred Recitations from the Qur’aan.This extraordinary Elixir is designed to address a wide…

[giverofempathy]

my therapist is so nice i'm so happy i found her she's the only therapist i've ever had that actually understands me and helps me in noticable ways

[bandofchimeras]

making my own post re "alternative" medicine and essential oils/supplements/herbs:

it is patently dangerous to mock and deride any other approach to medicine than the western medical system provides. it gives people this idea that herbs, supplements, etc are just harmless floofy jokes to play around with.

where the fuck do you think concentrated, extracted medicines /came from/? They came from fucking plants. which as herbal tinctures, supplements, etc, can kill you, worsen your condition, or help you!

people deserve to be educated on how to distinguish between snake oil salesmen and legitimately helpful substances in the supplements & vitamins aisle.

Also, not everyone can eat fruits and veggies and obtain all the nutrients they need for like, Christ, 500 reasons?? from food aversion, to food scarcity, to the fact that our crops are being grown with depleted nutrients and increased sugars and starches due to CO2 in the atmosphere, to food allergies and medical conditions that make digesting fruits and vegetables untenable.

I am very frustrated with the arrogance of people who deride all forms of folk medicine, and traditions alongside actual scams. It does harm to disabled and chronically ill people seeking treatments where the blunt force one size fits all for profit medical system has failed us. It contributes to the invalidation of NOW "scientifically proven" modalities such as acupuncture and postural somatic therapies that come from East Asian and South Asian traditions. I am not advocating for uncritical belief and acceptance of every new age healing scam. I'm angry at those scammers for continuing to delegitimize these traditions and contribute to the hostile attitude most physicians have towards anyone who seems additional treatment outside of their sanctioned facilities.

Approaching health from a nutritional, supplemented standpoint is not and does not have to be unscientific.

In fact it's two heads of the same hydra that allow random white ladies to claim they are certified in "quantum biofeedback" and can read your genetic code and board certified oncologists to actually fucking kill kids on the cancer floor whose bodies are not tolerating the standard practice cocktail of brutal treatments currently used to target cancer. It's arrogance and stupidity, overconfidence on one hand and cynicism on the other.

May I remind you Long COVID symptoms are being effectively lessened by acupuncture.

We will all benefit from learning the difference between MLM essential oil scammer crystal moms and legitimate practices that are being thrown into the grab bag of "alternative medicine."

[headspace-hotel]

I get on instagram pretty much exclusively to gawk at misinformation from alternative medicine scammers

antivax is banned in most social media sites, this has accomplished worse than nothing because any random buttass person can still rant about ✨✨unnatural toxins✨✨ in every modern medicine except vaccines and call themselves a "naturopathic holistic healing doctor," so.

Instead a large amount of the public suspicious that vaccines poison you, now we have a large amount of the public thinking it goes without saying that vaccines poison you

Some scammers have mostly "generalist" scam material, some specialize and prey upon one or more of common dismissed or misdiagnosed chronic illnesses

One of these is lyme disease and I swear to god

y'all will NEVER fucking guess what the next slide after this one says

okay

are you prepared

[reachlovenheal]

Best reiki healing therapy in Pune

Understanding Reiki Healing: Benefits and Techniques

Introduction: Reiki healing is a popular form of energy healing that originated in Japan. It is based on the principle that energy flows through our bodies and can be channeled by a practitioner to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of Reiki healing and the different techniques used by practitioners.

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Benefits of Reiki Healing:

Reduces stress and anxiety

Boosts immune system

Promotes deep relaxation

Relieves pain and inflammation

Enhances mental clarity and focus

Techniques used in Reiki Healing:

Hand positions: Practitioners place their hands on or near specific parts of the body to channel energy.

Distance healing: Practitioners can send healing energy to someone remotely, without being physically present.

Chakra balancing: Reiki practitioners work with the body’s energy centers to restore balance and harmony.

What to expect during a Reiki Healing session:

The client usually lies down on a table or sits in a chair.

The practitioner places their hands on or near the body and channels energy.

The session usually lasts around 60-90 minutes.

How to find a Reiki Healing practitioner:

Check online directories for Reiki practitioners in your area.

Ask for referrals from friends or family members.

Look for certifications or training from reputable organizations.

Conclusion: Reiki Healing is a powerful form of energy healing that can benefit anyone looking to improve their physical, emotional, or spiritual well-being. By understanding the techniques used in Reiki Healing and finding a qualified practitioner, you can experience the benefits of this ancient healing practice.

ReachLovenHeal Pvt Ltd ( Reiki Healing, Reiki Courses, Black Magic Reversal ), Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Lovenheal Reiki healing Center in Pune is one of the best places for Reiki healing in India. The center offers Reiki training, healing sessions, and workshops. It has a team of experienced Reiki masters who have helped many people heal from various ailments. The center also offers distance healing for people who cannot visit in person.

Lovenheal Reiki healing Center in Pune is experienced Reiki practitioners who provide healing sessions to clients. Lovenheal also offers Reiki training for those who want to learn this technique.

The team of Reiki masters at the center is dedicated to helping clients achieve physical, emotional, and spiritual balance.

[sagistrology]

𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲,

𝐩𝐭 𝐈𝐈

(the following observations are kept general)

♱ w. pluto in aquarius we might see the height of absurd microtrends (short influx, cheap production), devoid of originality. a fast paced cycle, replicating past authenticity - creating a shell of meaning rather than an homage. separation.

♱ keep an eye on how medicine and esp. holistic treatments develop. topics dealing with death and its philosophical meaning might be seen as a more integral part of life. (pluto in aquarius)

♱ saturn dominants can appear detached or aloof; when they're selective, seeking stability in ways that do not (!) mirror the distress or hostility experienced in their formative years (neglect, unpredictability, abuse).

♱ saturn conjunct ascendant being the 'consequence', and served 'justice' according to one's actions - casting you as judge, defendant, and witness. extremely elegant, private, and humble.

♱ no bigger insult than the betrayal of one's values. to stoop 'low' is to lower (and harm) oneself, knowing that we all reap what we sow - whether 'positive' or 'negative'. protected by saturn.

♱ obsessed, ‘grounded’, devoted – what’s more earth bound than human intimacy? soil (earth) holds water (emotion), earth placements are deeply committed. mars in earth signs = stamina.

♱ a cancer ascendant's appearance fluctuates when there’s change happening internally, e.g. by a circumstance affecting them. emotionality is inherent. heavy on introspection, intuition, divinity, femininity, ‘archetype’ of the mother. it’s about nurturing the ‘self’, in the first house of identity. care is non-negotiable.

♱ the second house is tied to how the voice is used to ‘attain’, whether for wealth, status, possession, or seduction. water and earth both are resources. abundance within, knowing that you’re the ‘source’, building ‘status’, ‘prestige’, from nothing - you’re the asset. currencies can lose value.

[sidewalkchemistry]

I think there's the sense that, everything's okay in moderation. Right? But, we haven't seen that moderation works. There really isn't a study that shows that by eating meat and eggs in moderation that you can turn your heart disease around and get better.

- Dr. Michelle McCacken in What the Health

[thedarkkeep]

Because I see things and think of you.

[kangals]

dumb ppl on super crunchy holistic dog blogs: “Dogs do not need medicine or special food, they will instinctively eat what is best for them and heal naturally :)”

my dog, seeing a lethal amount of pure raw garlic:

[alastors-wife]

jesus christ