Virtual Health Fair by justine vanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj The use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Women's Health en-us 2017-12-09 05:30:30 UTC 2017-12-09 08:07:42 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Doubleheart.png Throughout a woman’s life cycle, there are a number of natural transitions dictated by the hormones, which are our bodies’ messengers. From the onset of menses, through child-bearing years and into the natural shift to menopause, a woman’s body is designed to evolve and change. The goal of this post is to educate women and the Complimentary and Alternative medicine opportunities for their health. justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214684801


]]> 2017-12-09 07:04:45 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214684801 Complementary medicine refers to healing practices and products that work in conjunction with traditional medicine. For example, a cancer patient receiving chemotherapy may also undergo acupuncture to help manage chemo side effects like nausea and vomiting. Alternative medicine differs in that it is not used as a complement to, but rather as a substitute for traditional therapy. An example would be a cancer patient who forgoes recommended chemotherapy and instead chooses to treat the disease with specific dietary changes. justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214684852 2017-12-09 07:06:31 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214684852 Types justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214684861
Acupressure
Practitioners use their hands, elbows, or feet to apply pressure to specific points along the body’s meridians. The reasoning holds that illness can occur when one of these meridians is blocked or out of balance, acupressure is thought to relieve blockages so energy can flow freely again, restoring wellness. Acupressure might decrease nausea for chemotherapy patients and reduce anxiety in people scheduled to have surgery 

Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy uses essential oils to promote healing. The oils can be inhaled, massaged into the skin or taken by mouth, and each has a specific purpose. Some are used to treat inflammation or infections, others are used to promote relaxation. Aromatherapy might reduce pain, depression, and anxiety.

Chiropractic
The practice focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. The most common procedure performed by chiropractors is “spinal manipulation”, which involves applying controlled force to joints that have become “hypomobile.” Chiropractic adjustments of the affected area are intended to restore mobility and loosen the muscles, allowing the tissues to heal and the pain to resolve. The practice can decrease pain and improve physical functioning.

Reflexology
Reflexology involves applying pressure to specific areas on the feet, hands, or ears. The theory is that these points correspond to different body organs and systems; pressing them is believed to positively affect these organs and a person’s overall health. It can be used for conditions including anxiety, cancer, diabetes, kidney function, and asthma. Reflexology can improve respiratory function in breast cancer patients, reduce fatigue, and improve sleep.

Reiki
Reiki is a form of energy healing based on the idea that a “life force energy” flows through everyone’s body. According to this philosophy, sickness and stress are indications that life force energy is low, while energy, health, and happiness signify a strong life force. In a Reiki session, a practitioner seeks to “transfer” life energy to the client by placing their hands lightly on the client’s body or a slight distance away from the body. The purpose is to promote relaxation, speed healing, reduce pain, and generally improve the client’s wellbeing.
 
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Before taking any herbs or supplements, you may want to refer to the FDA approval page to ensure that it is safe. ]]> 2017-12-09 07:26:46 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685519 Types justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685586 Meditation
Meditation is the practice of focusing your attention to help you feel calm and give you a clear awareness about your life. 
People use meditation to help treat a wide range of physical and mental problems, including:
  • Addictive behaviors, such as drug, nicotine, and alcohol use.
  • Anxiety, stress, and depression.
  • High blood pressure.
  • Pain.
  • Managing hot flashes, which are sensations of intense body heat that affect women around the time of menopause.

]]> 2017-12-09 07:28:53 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685586 Yoga justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685781 "Practicing yoga regularly can prove very beneficial for women. Yoga can provide innumerable
benefits to women like improving reproductive system, helping in natural child birth, giving complete workout to the body."

Below is a journal article explaining how and why yoga is beneficial to women's health.

]]> 2017-12-09 07:34:20 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685781 justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685910 2017-12-09 07:37:44 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685910 Herbs for Women's Health justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685935 Black Cohosh- menopause symptoms, hot flashes, menstral cramps and premenstral symptoms, induce labor.

Fenugreek- Supports optimal production of breast milk, maintain healthy blood sugar metabolism.

Maca- Supports a healthy libido and normal fertility, healthy energy and stamina.

Red Clover- A rich source of naturally occurring phytoestrogens, encourages healthy detoxification and promotes healthy skin, Supports body during menopause.

Vitex- Supports female hormone production and balance.

Shatavari- Balances hormones, healthy energy levels and a healthy sex drive. Supports fertility and also soothe damamged vaginal tissue.

Holy Basil- Helps manage stress, lower levels of stress hormones like cortisol, helps with mental clarity.

Turmeric- Pain relief with benefits for baby during pregnancy.

Ginger- Treatment for nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

Flax Seed- Lowers cholesterol, lowers risk of heart disease.

Green Tea- Prevent tumor growth in breasts, lower blood pressure and cholesterol. Great alternative to coffee, strenghtens immune system. ]]> 2017-12-09 07:38:32 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214685935 justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214686554 Here is an article of top Women's Health issues, which lists cancer, reproductive health, maternal health, HIV, STDs, Violence against women and noncommunicable diseases.]]> 2017-12-09 07:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214686554 justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214686725 2017-12-09 07:55:32 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214686725 Here is a wonderful list of Supplements for women recommended by Doctors. justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214686995 2017-12-09 08:02:46 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214686995 Life as a women has its ups and downs (or so I am told). Mother Nature has graciously provided us with hundreds of plants to help us maintain balance, harmony and overall health and vitality. There is great value in learning about these natural remedies that have literally been used for centuries all around the world by women just like you justinevanthoff https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214687197 2017-12-09 08:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/justinevanthoff/c6o0jjb4yzjj/wish/214687197