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ARE YOU BEING POISONED BY YOUR DAILY ROUTINE?
A typical morning for many people might include: Wake up to a digital alarm clock, wash hands with antibacterial
soap, wash face with a special cleanser, brush teeth with Crest or Colgate, take a shower with
scented gel, shampoo with a popular scented shampoo and matching conditioner, put on a moisturizer or
sunscreen, spray on perfume or cologne, apply make-up – foundation, blush, mascara, and lipstick. Before
even leaving the house for work, a person can be exposed to a multitude of harmful chemicals, dyes, and
colorings! These items can cause serious damage to the nervous system of one whose immune system is
struggling, and even in a healthier person can hinder the ability to achieve optimal health. But there are
great options for reducing and/or eliminating this potential threat to our health. Although we can’t control
general pollution out there, we can choose products that do not compromise our personal environments.
The following are suggested:
Toothpaste FLOURIDE FREE - Tom’s of Maine • Nature’s Gate • Jason’s

Body Soaps Jason body wash • Shikai Shower Gel
Shampoo Any natural coconut oil based soaps scented with natural oils
Kiss My Face • Jason • Alba
Lotions Pure coconut oil • Dr. Bronner’s • Kiss My Face • EccoBella
Nail Polish Remover Almost Natural Polish Remover
Make-up Origins by Macy’s • Aubornne • Hemp Naturals Lip Tints
Skin Care Dr. Hauschka (very expensive) • Origins by Macy’s • Avalon moisturizer • Alba
Perfumes None at all, or pure, high quality essential oils
Hair Dyes Naturcolor (need a hair stylist willing to work with you)
Trionics (non-toxic colors or perms) available online
Hair Sprays Any non-alcohol from natural stores, e.g. Aloe 80 Organics
Shaving Cream Tom’s of Maine shaving cream
Deodorant Lavilin • Tom’s of Maine
Feminine Hygiene Natracare • Organic Essentials (Trader Joe’s) • Seventh Generation
(all the above have no-chlorine cotton pads and tampons)
Bubble Baths Try Seventh Generation dishwashing liquid – great for kids!
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Sink Cleansers Bon Ami
Dishwashing Soap Seventh Generation • Trader Joe’s Next to Godliness
Spray Cleaners Distilled white vinegar mixed w/ water • Planet spray cleaner • Mr. Clean’s Magic Erasers
Candles Aroma Naturals essential oil candles (non-toxic, lovely smell)
Toilet Bowl Cleaners Seventh Generation
Wood Floors Ecover Wood Floor Soap
Hand Soap Buy empty dispensers – use ½ Dr. Bronner’s and ½ water mix
Laundry Soap Ecos • Seventh Generation • Oxi Clean (if necessary for whitening)
Ecover non-chlorine bleach • Trader Joe’s laundry soap
Room Sprays Mia Rose Air Therapy (Trader Joe’s) • Clean Air citrus room sprays
Essential oils diluted with water
AVOID:
Tap water. Get a good filtering system for drinking water, and a chlorine filter for your shower head(s). Use
rubber gloves for hand washing dishes and clothing
Bottled water from plastic containers, large or small. Stainless steel bottles for toting your daily drinking
water are much preferable. Or, better yet, look for glass bottles at Dollar stores, although these are less
convenient to carry.
Aluminum and Teflon cookware. Use glass or stainless steel cookware.
Chemical room sprays such as Lysol. These are extremely toxic to both skin and lungs.
Digital and atomic clocks. Old-fashioned wind-up clocks and watches are preferable – no EMF radiation.

News on Nutraceuticals

A prominent news health editor wrote a well-publicized news article this week entitled "Are Your Vitamins Killing You?" His basic point was that dietary supplements will not make you healthier, and may actually increase your risks of disease.

Is this true? You may be surprised at my answer. Within certain parameters, there is an element of truth in his premise.

Before you stop reading in amazement or disgust, please consider the following comments.

Notice the words "an element of truth." The most believable presentations often mix truth with fiction to achieve some credibility with a larger number of people. We have to establish the definition(s) before we can sort out the true from the false.

Here is the "element of truth." The vast majority of vitamins or supplements that are available today are artificial, chemically produced to imitate some substance in nature. Their so-called "active ingredient" is isolated and multiplied many times more than it ever occurs in a natural food. No nutrients that normally accompany this factor in food are included. For these reasons, the "supplement" is actually foreign to the body, not recognized as food, and often goes out undigested. In that case, supplements do not make a person healthier, and in some instances as quoted, they may increase the risks of disease.

We call such products "nutraceuticals," because they are so aligned with pharmaceuticals - in their manufacturing process, the flawed principle behind their composition, and in their frequent failure to produce better health. And yes, there are a few research studies - all using nutraceutical products - that prove that "vitamins" don't work.

Don't get me wrong, though. There are multitudes of research studies that prove the abysmal failure of the far more toxic and dangerous pharmaceuticals to produce health or decrease risk of disease. The negative results quoted in the news article.about supplements are completely dwarfed by comparison! There's an all-too-common pattern of one drug being followed by another and another in the attempt to counteract "side effects," resulting in a downward spiral of the patient's health.

There is good reason why at Thropay Health Center we use concentrated whole-food supplements by Standard Process. From soil to supplement, these products are primarily organically grown foodsthat retain their natural balance of nutrients. Using the complete food gives much better "bang for the buck," because nutrients working together accomplish better and greater benefits than isolates that require multiplied amounts in order to "work."

As so many of our patients can attest, the results in promoting health are nothing less than phenomenal! It's important to understand, too, that we can't rely upon supplements alone for our health. Dietary changes, removal of present toxins, natural exercise, and watchful maintenance are all big players in the journey to better health.

Just one more week for our April promo! Elvira has been giving free 20-minute massages to those who referred someone new this month. Thank you for your referrals!

Call us anytime at (562) 861-3896.

Hints for Health re: Dry Cleaning

Everybody knows the importance of using the right methods to keep clothing both clean and in tip-top shape.  That's why we often run to the dry cleaners' with our suits and other professional or delicate garments. 

But with the continued proliferation of volatile toxic chemicals (VOCs) in our current environment, there is increased awareness of the need to change dry cleaning methods - particularly the use of perchloroethylene (PERC) for the purpose.  This chemical has been pointed out by the EPA as cancer-causing to humans.  It can also cause damage to the kidneys, liver, and nervous system.

So what solutions have come up?  Well, there is good news and bad news.  Let's do the bad news first:

"Organic" dry cleaning - unfortunately, this is not guaranteed to be free of toxic chemicals.  Any cleaning substance that contains carbon can be labeled organic - even PERC! - because there are no rules regulating this practice.  If you want to use an organic dry cleaning establishment, ask them for a complete list of the chemicals they use before you decide.

Now for the good news!  There are several tips we can follow to reduce our exposure to toxic dry cleaning chemicals:

1) Some garments that say "Dry Clean Only" -  including many wool, silk, and rayon products - can actually be hand-washed gently in lukewarm water with a very mild soap. There are online articles to help you with the details of how to dry, whether to iron, etc.  

2) There are "Wet Cleaning" places that are worth looking up as an alternative.  Inquire about your specific garments when you call them.

3) For those items that simply MUST be dry-cleaned, when they are cleaned, immediately hang them outdoors in a sheltered, well-ventilated area.  Remove the plastic bag and allow them to air out completely for at least 24 hours, but preferably several days.

4) As often as possible, purchase clothing that doesn't require dry cleaning.  Try to avoid flame-retardant fabrics as well.  If you do purchase these, give them the "hanging out" treatment before washing and then wearing them.

Closets can attract moths, so many people use mothballs to chase away the moths.  But mothballs are made of paradichlorobenzene, which is a strong carcinogen linked to leukemia and lymphoma in children.  It doesn't remain in the closet, either - this powerful chemical will spread throughout the house.

But there is a much better way to control moths! Cedar wood is a natural moth repellent. A cedar chest can be purchased - wonderful for wool blankets. For clean clothes, if you don't have a cedar closet, store them in sealed bags with cedar blocks or balls.  

Thropay Health Center always appreciates your feedback!  Call us anytime at (562) 861-3896.

The remedy is in the refrigerator!

Is your gall bladder troubling you? You're not alone - it's a very common malady, ranging from dysfunction or infection to painful gall stones. These develop over time from a continued thickening of the bile - and yes, that is a nutritional problem!

Perhaps you are one of the millions who have already had their gall bladders surgically removed. In that case, the excruciating pain is gone, but the trade-off for that wonderful relief has been an extra load placed on your liver to try and compensate for the lack of the gall bladder's work. What caused the problem has not been addressed, so you, too, can benefit from these suggestions.

Here is a quote from Dr. Joseph Mercola:

"...If one does have gall bladder disease, whole beets are an excellent way to thin the bile and limit the risk of gall stones. Whole beets will thin bile the way paint thinner thins paint. It is quite consistent. There are some supplements...that do this.

I believe that one of the biggest crimes in modern American medicine, that nearly one million people each year undergo, is having gall bladders sacrificed on the altar of the surgical table. Nearly every one of these patients did not need their gall bladders removed. They just needed to thin out their bile and clean up their diet, and the body would have self-regulated and eliminated the problem."

Whew! That puts it straight, doesn't it?

He referred to supplements. Standard Process has two products made from concentrated whole beats - root, leaf, and juice - that they grow on their own farm. These we highly recommend for anyone who had, has, or wishes to prevent gall bladder disease. These would be taken in conjunction with frequently eating the beets.

Whole beets can be eaten steamed, roasted with olive oil, or made into smoothies. For a special treat, make up a batch of "BEAUTIFUL BEET SOUP" and enjoy some each day, hot or cold. The touches of ginger, orange zest, and cinnamon make this recipe so special.

3-4 medium beets (about 1 pound),scrubbed well
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 large organic onion, chopped
1 pound organic carrots, sliced
1 tbsp. fresh-grated organic ginger
1 large clove of organic garlic, minced
6 cups water or organic vegetable broth
1 tsp. fresh-grated organic orange zest
3/4 tsp. sea salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
freshly-ground black pepper, to taste

Boil the beets whole in water, until tender - about 45 minutes. Save the water for drinking or smoothies. Cut beets into chunks.

In a soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Sauté the onion until transparent. Add carrots, ginger, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add beets and water or stock. Simmer the soup, covered, for about 45 minutes. Add the orange rind, sea salt, cinnamon, and pepper, and stir well.

In a blender or food processor, puree the soup in batches. Serve hot or chilled.

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A reminder about our March promo - 15% off the 21-Day Purification kit from Standard Process. If you just don't like beets, this Purification Program will really help your taste buds wake up to the great flavors of vegetables! You might be surprised at how your tastes change! I can personally attest that it was a wonderful help for me.

Call us to order your kit at (562) 861-3896.

How to Make Lavender Lemonade to Get Rid of Headaches and Anxiety

Flavoring your lemonade with lavender is a great way to utilize the amazing medicinal properties of lavender. Lavender is a wonderful aromatic herb that calms the senses.

Pure lavender oil is an incredible essential oil to use for your own health and wellness. It’s among the gentlest of essential oils, but also one of the most powerful, making it a favorite of households for the healing properties and uses of lavender essential oil. Lavender oil  has a chemically complex structure with over 150 active constituents, which explains its effectiveness at helping with a lot of health ailments. Lavender oil possesses amazing anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antidepressant, antiseptic, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, analgesic, detoxifier, hypotensive, and sedative properties.

DIY Lavender Lemonade with Lavender Essential Oil

 

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw honey
• 12 cups pure water
• 1 drop lavender essential oil (where to find)
• 6 lemons, peeled and juiced
• Lavender sprigs for garnish

Directions

Mix all ingredients together and chill. Add more water or raw honey if needed.

Source:

http://livingtraditionally.com/

Everything You Need to Know About Vegetable Gardening in One Graphic

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VEGETABLE GARDENING IN ONE GRAPHIC

***The guy who wrote this, Brett James, lives in Liverpool so the planting dates are for that region of England. The dates aren’t the same but all the other info should transfer. If ya want to know the planting dates for the US, go tohttp://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/ Enter your zip code and find your growing zone. Then look on the back of the seed packets to find out the dates to plant those particular seeds in your zone. The rest is still of the info in the graphic is still applicable.***

Top 10 Effective Remedies for Ovarian Cysts

Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs or pockets that develop within or on the surface of one or both of a woman’s ovaries. Most women will develop at least one cyst at some point in their lives.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most premenopausal women have them at one or more times in their lives, while up to 14.8 percent of women have them after menopause.

Most ovarian cysts are considered functional, meaning that they occur normally during the menstrual cycle and are not a part of a disease process.
They are usually benign and appear without any apparent reason. Pathological cysts, on the other hand, can either be benign or cancerous.

Often people are not aware of ovarian cysts as they typically do not cause any problems. However, in some cases they can cause symptoms like abdominal bloating, pain during bowel movements, menstrual irregularities, pelvic pain before or during the menstrual cycle, pain during sex, pain in the lower back or thighs, pressure in the rectum or bladder, nausea, and vomiting. Certain types of ovarian cysts can also cause decreased fertility.

In many cases, ovarian cysts disappear on their own within a few months. However, if they cause discomfort, there are many natural remedies that can help relieve symptoms and shrink the size of the cysts.

Here are the top 10 home remedies for ovarian cysts. Also, do consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

1. HEAT

Heat is said to be quite effective in reducing muscle cramps or pain in the abdomen due to ovarian cysts.

1. Put a heating pad or hot water bottle on your abdomen and lower pelvic area.
2. Do this for at least 15 minutes.
3. Follow this remedy whenever you experience pain in the abdomen for quick relief.

2. CASTOR OIL PACK

Castor oil packs are an age-old remedy for ovarian cysts. Castor oil clears the body of excess tissues and toxins. It also stimulates the lymphatic and circulatory systems, which helps reduce and dissolve ovarian cysts.

1. Fold a large flannel cloth to make it two or three layers thick. Make sure the folded cloth is large enough to cover your entire abdomen.
2. Drizzle about two tablespoons of castor oil on the cloth. Fold the cloth in half to saturate and then unfold it.
3. Lay down with an old towel under you and put the flannel cloth on your abdomen.
4. Cover the castor oil cloth with plastic and then with an old towel.
5. Place a hot water bottle over the towel and then cover yourself in a warm blanket.
6. Leave the castor oil pack on for at least 30 minutes and then remove it.
7. Repeat the process about three times a week for three months.

To remove oil from the skin after using the castor oil pack, you can wash the treated area with a solution of three tablespoons of baking soda mixed in one quart (four cups) of water.

Note: Do not use castor oil packs during menstruation. If you are trying to conceive then do not use this remedy after ovulation.

3. EPSOM SALT BATH

An Epsom salt bath will also greatly help reduce pain and other symptoms associated with ovarian cysts. The high magnesium sulfate content in Epsom salt works as a muscle relaxant that in turn eases pain.

1. Add one cup of Epsom salt to your bath tub filled with warm water.
2. Add five to 10 drops of essential oils like lavender, rose or jasmine.
3. Stir for a few minutes so that the salt dissolves.
4. Soak your lower body in this water for 20 to 30 minutes.
5. Follow this remedy once daily.

4. CHAMOMILE TEA

Herbal tea like chamomile tea is also considered a good remedy for treating ovarian cysts and the associated pain and discomfort. The gentle sedative effect of chamomile tea will reduce pain and help you to relax. Also, the warm nature of this tea will also help regulate irregular periods by stimulating blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.

1. Mix two teaspoons of dried chamomile in a cup of hot water.
2. Cover and steep for five minutes.
3. Strain, add one teaspoon of honey and drink the tea.
4. You can drink two to three cups of chamomile tea daily until you get rid of the problem.

5. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

Apple cider vinegar can help shrink and dissolve ovarian cysts caused by potassium deficiency. It is high in potassium and recommended by many health experts.

1. Add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to a glass of warm water.
2. Mix in one tablespoon of black strap molasses.
3. Drink one or two glasses of this solution daily.
4. Follow this remedy until the cysts disappear completely.

This remedy will also help with the symptoms of excessive menstrual bleeding as well as bloating and cramping throughout periods.

6. BEETROOT

Beetroot contains a compound known as betacyanin that boosts the liver’s ability to clear toxins out of your system. Plus, the alkaline nature of beetroot helps balance the acidity in your body. This in turn reduces the severity of many symptoms of ovarian cysts.

1. Mix one-half cup of freshly extracted beetroot juice with one tablespoon each of aloe vera gel and blackstrap molasses.
2. Drink this once daily before eating your breakfast.
3. Follow this remedy daily until your symptoms have reduced.

7. GINGER JUICE

Ginger is a strong anti-inflammatory herb that reduces inflammation and relieves pain. Also, ginger increases heat in the body and induces menstruation.

• Blend a two-inch piece of ginger, two stalks of celery, half a glass of apple juice and three-fourths of a pineapple in a juicer. Drink this juice once daily until the cysts are gone.
• Also, you can drink two to three cups of ginger tea daily.

8. FLAXSEED

 

Flaxseed helps balance the proportion of estrogen to progesterone in your body. This will help reduce the cysts. Plus, flaxseeds are rich in fiber that helps the body eliminate harmful toxins, cholesterol and other waste products processed by the liver.

• Mix one tablespoon of ground flaxseed in a glass of warm water. Drink it daily on an empty stomach until you notice improvement in your condition.
• You can also add ground flaxseeds to yogurt, smoothies, soups and salads.

9. ALMOND

Almond is a magnesium-rich food that helps reduce painful cramps associated with ovarian cysts.

• Simply eat some dry roasted almonds to relieve the pain and discomfort.
• Alternatively, gentle massaging of the abdominal area with almond oil can help ease pain and bloating. For best results, add a few drops of jasmine essential oil to one tablespoon of almond oil and then use it for massage.
• You can also add one teaspoon of sweet almond oil to a glass of warm milk and drink it once daily.

Follow any of these remedies until you recover completely.

10. INCREASE FLUID INTAKE

When suffering from ovarian cysts, it is essential to increase your fluid intake. Your best option is water. Try to drink alkaline as well as filtered water at regular intervals. You can add a dash of lemon juice to a glass of water before drinking it. Water will flush out harmful toxins from your system and create a haven for healing . This in turn will reduce your pain and alleviate swelling in your abdomen.

Along with water, you can drink coconut water and green vegetable juice. Avoid coffee, soda and alcoholic beverages.

Seek immediate medical attention if you have severe or sharp pelvic pain, fever, dizziness, rapid breathing or vaginal pain with spotty bleeding. These symptoms can indicate a ruptured cyst or an ovarian torsion, which can have serious consequences if not treated timely. 

Happy Halloween!!

Epidemics, part 2

In view of the current concerns over various powerful viruses out there, we feel it is worth underscoring last week's newsletter topic today.

As you know, there are no "drugs" that can kill viruses. Your body's immune system is the only weapon you have against them. Just as we would stormproof our homes against water and wind damage, so we must pay close attention to "virus-proofing" our immune systems, making sure they are in top working order.

If a hurricane-style storm were coming our way, what would you do?

Probably you would make sure all windows and doors were tightly closed. Loose screens would be tightened or removed. You would gather all movable objects from the yard and garden, and secure them indoors.

Your immune system needs to be protected like that from "leaks" that make you vulnerable to damage. These come from chronically accepting immune-suppressing items into your body, such as nutrient-depleted food products, chemicals and heavy metals from various sources (as discussed last week). Such habits create a welcoming environment for viruses in your body. Your weakened immune system will be more readily overcome by the invaders. Time to act!

But when there is an eminent weather threat, you will do even more to protect your home and family. You'll make sure there is enough food, water, and other supplies stocked to last for several days if necessary.

That's like providing your immune system with the tools that enable it to function freely and give you the best possible protection against a viral threat. You know what those tools are:

- a diet of whole, natural, LIVING foods that bring multiple nutrients "to the table" - the building blocks your immune system requires to keep you strong

- immune-enhancing concentrated whole-food supplements

- immune-supporting natural herbs, both in food and in supplement form

These supplements and herbs are Cataplex A-C-P, Cataplex D, Congaplex, Immuplex, Andrographis, Astragalus, Echinacea, peppermint, and others. The best way to know which ones YOUR body needs is to come to Susana and be checked.

Enzymes also play a big part in good immune health. Eating the SAD (Standard American Diet) means most of the ingested food has had the enzymes removed from it, which puts an enormous digestive load chronically on the body, and, guess what? knocks down the ability of the immune system to function.

So it's very likely that you would be greatly benefited by including digestive enzymes in your daily intake. Since every body is different, individual requirements and the appropriate products vary considerably. Again, Susana can help you with this.

The drawback with our little storm analogy today is the time factor - a storm is a temporary thing. Strengthening and supporting your immune system is very much a long term project. We cannot overemphasize how vital it is that you start NOW and KEEP AT IT!

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Our October promo is a "treat" you will enjoy! Schedule and receive a full-hour massage from Elvira this month, and you will get an extra 15 minutes FREE - our treat!

Call us to schedule your appointment at (562) 861-3896.

Scrap the black box!

Our good old government has done us a huge favor by insisting on food labels, and by making laws that somewhat regulate their contents.  We are grateful for that.

The challenge, however, is obtaining the most important nutrition information from the labels. There is just as much to be learned from what is not there, as from what is there!

Fortunately, by following a few simple principles, you can pick up on the main things you need to know - in just one glance.  There's no need to spend hours of your valuable time in the supermarket,

Principle #1:  SKIP THE BIG BLACK BOX  

Even elementary children are being trained to interpret   the famous "nutrition label" - to our dismay! Unfortunately, this attention-grabbing box directs our focus away from genuine health-promoting natural nutrition.  Here are some problems we have with it:

   

     a) Ambiguity

                         - Where the calories come from is very important, but 'good' and 'bad' caloric food sources are all lumped together and listed as "Calories."  This gives the impression that you only have to keep to a certain number of calories in order to be healthy.  Not true!

                         

                         - What are 'sugars' ?  Healthful sources such as fruit, and unhealthful sources such as processed sugar, fake sweeteners, and refined flour are swept together into this one category - as if the "grams" are all that really count.

                       

                         - Sodium - again, the sources make such a difference.  Refined salt is not a real food; earth or sea salt IS, and provides certain natural minerals we require for health.   Total milligrams of sodium, therefore, can be bad or good - this generic category won't distinguish them for you.

    b) Misleading information

                          

                         - 'Total carbs' is divided into 'dietary fiber' and 'sugars.' How did fiber become a carb?  Fiber is very necessary in our daily diet for the digestive and elimination processes, but to list it as a carb scares off people who believe they should eat NO carbs, for weight loss or for any other reason. If by 'fiber' a grain product is being identified, it's rather well disguised, isn't it?

 Principle #2:  READ THE LIST OF INGREDIENTS   

This fine-print list is often found underneath or beside the black box, but not always.  From this list, you will find virtually all you need to know. 

         

                     - The items are listed in order of weight, heaviest to lightest

         

                     - Look for not more than three ingredients total. If it's longer, this is almost guaranteed to be an unhealthful food product.  More than likely it contains lifeless chemical ingredients such as added vitamins, colors, flavors, preservatives, etc.

         

                     - If that first glance doesn't convince you, watch for hidden aliases, such as for sugar and MSG.  If the various types of sweeteners were added together, their total weight would mean 'sugars' had to be put as FIRST in order. (That might affect sales.)  Similarly, MSG aka's can be spread throughout the list as hydrolyzed vegetable protein, soy protein isolate, natural flavors, etc.

Hint:  Sometimes this list of ingredients is hidden under a flap or printed in light ink that is almost impossible for people like me to read.  :)  Be sure to search for it!

Principle #3:  BE CAUTIOUS ABOUT THE 'ORGANIC' SPEAK

There are some government regulations for the use of the word organic, but you should know what they are. I suggest you do a little research on this to avoid getting 'marketed' into misdirected thinking. 

Be aware, and move forward - that's what we're all about here! 

Your feedback, as always, is welcomed. Call us anytime at (562) 861-3896

HEART PALPITATIONS l CHEST PAIN

HEART PALPITATIONS l CHEST PAIN

When I first visited Dr. Thropay, I came for lower back pain and numbness in my left leg. After talking with him about the nutritional program, I decided to sign up. I had been suffering some other symptoms, like chest pains, fatigue, and heart palpitations, besides the lower back pain.

Now after two to three months of following his instructions and taking the supplements he gave me, I feel so much better! My chest pains and heart palpitations have been reduced to almost nothing. My back pain that had been about a 6 on a scale of 1-10, has come down to about a 2. In fact, at times I have no pain at all.

I am a firm believer in Dr. Thropay’s practice, and also in the care his staff provides. I have brought a number of family members here to experience similar health benefits for themselves.

Elpidio Rodriguez

PLAYING TO WIN

"Thropay Health Center has helped me gain a healthier lifestyle and has enabled me to become a better athlete."  C.K.

C.K. is one of our Nutrition clients.  As she noted, her improved lifestyle from her customized nutrition program has resulted in better performance as an athlete. 

Chiropractic also 'plays' an important 'position' on the athletic 'field.'  Here are enlightening testimonials from a couple of professionals:

Gerald Wilkins, New York Knicks - "My shooting has improved because of chiropractic.  I feel more balanced and have more coordination and control.  Since I have been under chiropractic care, I have improved by leaps and bounds."

Dan O'Brien, Olympic Declathlete - "Chiropractic is essential for running.  If I could put a percentage value on it, I would say that I compete 8-10% better from regular Chiropractic."

Not a professional athlete?  Whether or no, the same guidelines apply to any and all who wish to have that winning edge. 

Here are a few tips for you to naturally and healthfully improve your game and help prevent injuries:

1) During the game, drink "nature's Gatorade," which is NOT Gatorade nor PowerAde, but coconut water to replace lost electrolytes.  Get a plain, unsweetened brand, such as from Trader Joe's, with no additives.  You may even start a new healthy trend for your team!

2) Take supplements that support both ligaments and heart - specifically, Ligaplex I and Cardio-Plus from Standard Process (sold here).  Both of these are  concentrated whole food supplements, of course. They should be taken with meals and be a daily part of your diet during the athletic season, at least.  It's a good idea to see our Nutrition practitioner Susana for the specific amounts and/or other products that would fit your case.

3) Take particular care with your everyday diet.  Concentrate on organic, whole, real foods - particularly vegetables and grass-fed meat - and avoid the junk.  

4) Keep your body structure in place and balanced with regular chiropractic care from Dr. Lam.    Although they can't all come here :), you'll be in step with an estimated "90% of world class athletes (who) use chiropractic on a regular basis to prevent injuries and to improve their performance." [Quote from Sean Atkins, PhD. Exercise Physiologist.]

Following these tips may well bring you surprising results in your game.  In any case, you will be a winner when it comes to your health and fitness!

Speaking of athletics, our promo for August and September is a special discounted price of $25 for school sports physicals!  Dr. Lam will perform the physical and fill in the required form.  Please call us for an appointment at

(562) 861-3896.

Enjoy the weekend, and try to keep cool!

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OUR MISSION IS TO

• provide the best natural health care to as many people as possible through accurate customized nutrition & gentle, effective chiropractic

• eliminate dependence upon pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals & surgery

• eliminate dependence upon artificial and refined food products, which are destructive to health

• increase utilization of the real foods and natural remedies that God has provided for us, which promote good health.

What is Green Tea Good For ?

Green Tea has almost boundless health benefits. Read on to see how it can improve many aspects of your health and well-being.

Green Tea is becoming more and more popular due to its many health benefits, and high levels of antioxidants and vitamins. It is made by being harvested before quickly being preserved without the usual oxidation process of other teas taking place. This is one of the many reasons why it is thought to have such great properties. Green teas are processed with either steam heat or with dry heat. However it is worth noting that green tea brewed from loose tea leaves offers the most potent source of antioxidants and you should really look for organic versions for optimum benefits.

Here are some of the health benefits of regularly drinking green tea:

BOOSTS BRAIN HEALTH: A recent report inPsychopharmacology (i) described a study which had shown green tea could be promising in the treatment of cognitive impairments associated with neuropsychiatric disorders, such as dementia. They said “Our findings provide first evidence for the putative beneficial effect of green tea on cognitive functioning, in particular, on working memory processing at the neural system level by suggesting changes in short-term plasticity of parieto-frontal brain connections. Modeling effective connectivity among frontal and parietal brain regions during working memory processing might help to assess the efficacy of green tea for the treatment of cognitive impairments in psychiatric disorders such as dementia.”
Interestingly they also confirmed that it is possible to still get the health benefits by consuming it in supplemental extract form – good news for non tea lovers.

TYPE 2 DIABETES: Research found that people who drank at least 6 cups per day of green tea had a 33% lower risk of going on to develop Type 2 Diabetes when compared to a group who drank less than one cup per week.

CANCER: The active components in green tea were shown reduce the production of proteins associated with inflammation, cell motility, cell signalization and angiogenesis. Studies also showed a clear link between drinking green tea and having a lower risk of cancer (including ovarian and breast) (iv) noting the potential role of green tea or green tea components in ovarian cancer prevention and treatment.

CHRONIC INFLAMMATION and REDUCED MORTALITY: Drinking green tea lowers chronic inflammation, lowers blood pressure and also oxidative stress. It has been linked to reduced mortality across a range of causes including heart disease (v).

BONE HEALTH: The powerful polyphenols combined with the vitamin D compounds boost both the strength and structure of our bones (vi). Chronic inflammation which leads to a higher risk of osteoporosis could also be reversed.

HEART HEALTH: Studies show an improved blood flow in green tea drinkers. Arteries are also more relaxed which shows that just by drinking a few cups of green tea daily may actually help prevent heart disease (vii).

EYE HEALTH: Compounds known as catechins found in green tea can be effective in preventing glaucoma as well as other eye conditions as they have been found to be absorbed into the eye tissues following digestion (viii)

WEIGHTLOSS: The catechins also help burn fat and could increase fat oxidation. A report published in Physiology & Behavior says “Positive effects on body-weight management have been shown using green tea mixtures. Green tea, by containing both tea catechins and caffeine, may act through inhibition of catechol O-methyl-transferase, and inhibition of phosphodiesterase. Here the mechanisms may also operate synergistically. A green tea-caffeine mixture improves weight maintenance, through thermogenesis, fat oxidation, and sparing fat free mass….Taken together, these functional ingredients have the potential to produce significant effects on metabolic targets such as thermogenesis, and fat oxidation.”

Green tea could therefore be one of the most healthy things you could drink apart from water.

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REFERENCES/SOURCE:
(i) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24643507
(ii) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16618952
(iii) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22564714
(iv) http://carcin.oxfordjournals.org/content/29/10/1967.short
(v) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3689013/
(vi) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21036589
(vii) http://cpr.sagepub.com/content/15/3/300.abstract
(viii) http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=%22Journal+of+agricultural+and+food+chemistry%22%5BJour%5D+AND+Green+Tea+Catechins+and

Why You Should Be Eating Watermelon Everyday

Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of watermelon can help decrease the risk of obesity and overall mortality, diabetes, and heart disease. Watermelon also promotes healthier complexions and hair, as well as increasing energy levels.

One cup of diced watermelon (152 grams) contains 43 calories, 0 grams of fat, 2 grams of sodium, 11 grams of carbohydrate (including 9 grams of sugar and 1 gram of fiber) and 1 gram of fiber. One cup of watermelon will provide 17% of vitamin A, 21% of vitamin C, 2% of iron and 1% of calcium needs for the day.

Watermelon also contains thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, choline, lycopene and betaine. According to the National Watermelon Promotion Board, watermelon contains more lycopene than any other fruit or vegetable.

Here are a few of the benefits adding a cup or two of watermelon daily to your diet will bring:

Asthma prevention: The risks for developing asthma are lower in people who consume a high amount of certain nutrients. One of these nutrients is vitamin C, found in abundance in watermelon.

Blood pressure: A study published by the American Journal of Hypertension found that watermelon “reduced ankle blood pressure, brachial blood pressure and carotid wave reflection in obese middle-aged adults with prehypertension or stage 1 hypertension”. The study also showed that watermelon consumption improved arterial function.

Cancer: An excellent source of the antioxidant vitamin C, as well as others, watermelon can help combat the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer. Lycopene intake, for example, has been linked to a decreased risk of prostate cancer prevention in several studies.

Digestion and regularity: Watermelon, because of its water and fiber content, helps to prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract.

Hydration: Made up of 92% water and full of important electrolytes, watermelons are a great snack to have on hand during the hot summer months to prevent dehydration.

Inflammation: Choline is a very important and versatile nutrient that aids in sleep, muscle movement, learning and memory. Choline also helps to maintain the structure of cellular membranes, assists in the transmission of nerve impulses, and helps in the absorption of fat. Choline can also alleviate chronic inflammation.

Muscle soreness: Watermelon and its juice have been shown to reduce muscle soreness and improve recovery time following exercise in athletes. Researchers believe this is likely do to the amino acid L-citrulline that watermelon contains.

Skin: Watermelon is fantastic for your skin because it contains vitamin A, a nutrient required for sebum production that keeps hair moisturized. Vitamin A is also necessary for the growth of all bodily tissues, including skin and hair.

Please remember to choose organic whenever possible!

"Go green" for health!

Guess what foods get the prize for containing the highest concentration of nutrients?

Dark green leafy vegetables!

These treasures of nature are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients, and they even contain a small amount of Omega-3 fats.  They also provide us with fiber, when eaten in sufficient amounts daily.  

Their high level of Vitamin K alone carries a big punch for human health.  This important nutrient is necessary to our bodies for blood-clotting (so we don't bleed to death) and may also help to protect us against osteoporosis, atherosclerosis, inflammatory conditions, and diabetes.  

Other vitamins in dark green leaves are C, E, and many of the B complex.  Minerals include iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium.  The host of phytonutrients found in these vegetables are still being discovered, but we do know some of them, such as beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin.  These all carry specific, multiple benefits, like protecting our cells from damage, for example.

If you're like me, you're saying something like, "OK, that's all well and good, but HOW do I get several CUPS of these things down my throat every week? I don't even like the taste of them!"

Good news - we have several options here.  

1) The ones you tolerate best can be steamed or sauteed.  Swiss chard is wonderful when the whole bunch of washed leaves is rolled together, sliced into thin ribbons, and added for just a few minutes to the pan after you have sauteed a few garlic cloves in a little butter or olive oil.  Quick and easy!

2) Raw is best!  Salads are good for deep green lettuces, spinach and other greens, mixed with lots of colorful raw veggies and a dressing made from olive oil with lemon juice or vinegar.

3) It's hard to get enough, though, unless you eat humongous salads every day.  So, how about a tasty green drink for breakfast or lunch?  This is faster to make than a salad, and provides your required amount of deep leafy green vegetables - especially if you have it several times per week. 

We gave you a recipe for St. Patrick's Day, but you can vary it by omitting the carob, adding other greens and using a little fruit.  This drink can be the perfect camouflage for the deep leafy greens you don't fancy - such as turnip greens or collards or kale.  I promise - you won't taste them!

Try this (with all organic ingredients):

1 small Persian cucumber, cut in thirds

1/2 banana

handful of spinach or kale 

a few leaves of other greens, your choice

several mint leaves and parsley sprigs

small chunk of green cabbage

2 fresh or frozen strawberries 

2 frozen (organic) mango chunks 

generous handful of frozen blueberries

1 tbsp. SP complete powder

3/4 cup water

Place in Vitamix or blender in the order given.  Whizz on high until smooth.  Interestingly, this drink may start out purple from the blueberries, but it will turn green within a few minutes. Whatever the color, it is delicious!  

                                            

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DIFFICULT PREGNANCY l FUSSY BABY

... At the end of my first pregnancy, my baby was breeched. She had tried to turn around 3 times, but could not fit into the birth canal, due to my misaligned hip structure. Dr. Thropay corrected this hip problem in a chiropractic visit, and showed us how to maintain the correction. Within two days I felt the baby turn and enter the canal correctly. When I went to my medical doctor the next day, he confirmed that the baby had turned, and he expressed amazement and wonder! I was able to have a natural childbirth experience shortly thereafter. Baby Katie safely entered the world without any need for surgery or other intervention!

After this joyful event, it was such a letdown that the baby seemed to be born with health problems that made her life (and our lives) miserable. Katie continually vomited after every feeding, probably losing at least 50% of her food each day. She cried and screamed in pain almost constantly. The longest she could sleep was 15-20 minutes at a time. I myself was also experiencing stomach aches.

When Dr. Thropay evaluated us nutritionally, he found some serious food reactions and digestive malfunctions that needed to be addressed. When I made the prescribed corrections to my diet and began taking the necessary whole food supplements, my own health quickly improved…and the change in my nursing baby was nothing short of dramatic! She became calm and contented – no more vomiting and crying with pain. She began to sleep several hours through the night, and her naps are now usually 30 to 60 minutes in length. She is gaining weight normally. The difference is like night and day! ... -

Rebekah Ward

Shoulder Pain? Lower Back Pain? Low Energy? End Your Pain Today!

BACK AND SHOULDER PAIN

I have been coming to Dr. Thropay for chiropractic care at various times for about 18 years.  But this year I was experiencing a lot of pain – in the shoulder area, lower back, and between the shoulder blades.  Additionally, I had a very low energy level.

I came in for an adjustment, thinking that would solve these problems.  On previous occasions, I had seen some of the information in his exam rooms about nutritional health.  When I asked Dr. Thropay about it, he said that part of my problem could be resolved with nutritional care.  He told me about Dr. Omura and the development of resonance testing.  He also talked about the special computerized program he acquired from a Russian doctor who came to the U.S. after the fall of the Soviet Union in the 1980’s.  I signed on.

How is it now?  My energy level has jumped!  The pain between my shoulder blades is gone.  My lower back is in great shape, with the exception of a slight pain in the center.  Furthermore, I have lost 18 pounds and I really eat better, thanks to Mrs. Thropay’s Healthful Eating class and Dr. Thropay’s careful monitoring of what I eat.

I am thrilled with these results, achieved in a matter of a few short months.  I highly recommend Dr. Thropay to anyone for both his chiropractic and his nutritional care!

Robert C. Jensen