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Top 10 Foods Women Should Eat More Often (Fruits, Veggies, Fats, Omegas, Nuts)

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 04:28:00 +0000

This evening I presented a free Seminar at the Healthy Being Wellness Boutique- the topic was: Top 10 Foods Women Should Eat More Often.

I'd like to share with you the major points of my presentation:

1. Pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement or wild salmon
The omega-3s in fish and quality fish oil help your body burn fat more efficiently, make your mind more focused and spiritually inclined, and improve your mood. Fish oil raises serotonin levels which is especially important for women because women have half the level of serotonin in their brains as compared to men. This explains why women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression. As a bonus, fish oil also makes your hair and skin healthy.

2. Old fashioned or steel cut oatmeal
In addition to being inexpensive, oats have a low glycemic index, are high in fiber, and contain GLA. GLA in the right amounts helps regulate female hormone levels.

Oats contain a lot of fiber, both insoluble and soluble, the latter has a beneficial effects on cholesterol. Without going into detailed mechanisms, oats lower cholesterol, and can lower blood pressure, which lowers the chances of cardiovascular disease. This soluble fiber (with other constituents) also helps to keep our blood sugar stable by releasing its energy slowly, preventing some of the complications associated with diabetes. Oats reduce our risk of getting cancer, help prevent constipation, maintain a healthy digestive function and keep us at a healthy weight. Oats are a good source of thiamine, folic acid and vitamin E. They contain zinc, selenium, copper, iron, manganese and magnesium and have a higher concentration of well-balanced protein than any other cereal.

3. Berries

Berries contain huge amounts of anti oxidants and other phytochemicals (anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins and more) which help prevent cancer, aging, maintain healthy vision, lower cholesterol and total blood lipids and keep the circulatory system healthy. Berries may prevent and treat urinary tract infections, help age related cognitive decline and lower amounts of brain damage in strokes. They also contain large amounts of vitamins, minerals and fiber with very few calories and no fat.

Berries are easy to eat just as they are, add to yoghurt, muesli, make a smoothie, add to fruit salads and frozen are just as good for you as fresh - just get them down you!

Blueberries contain many antioxidants and have a very low glycemic index. I recommend buying large bags of frozen blueberries from Costco, since blueberries tend to be pricey. You can always enjoy fresh blueberries in season but buy them in small quantities because they are very perishable compared to frozen.

4. Organic sweet potatoes
The deep orange color of an organic sweet potato shouts vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The average commercial sweet potato grown in depleted soil are not so vibrant. I believe the best multivitamin is to have a sweet potato three to four times per week. Sweet potatoes are also low glycemic.

5. Nuts

There are so many types of nuts, each with their own unique health benefits so this one is a bit general. However all nuts are a great source of protein, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. Eating a wide variety of nuts is best and stick to the plain ones, roasting and salting make them much less healthy! Women in a Harvard School of Public Health study who reported eating 5 or more 1 ounce servings of nuts/peanuts per week reduced their risk of Type 2 diabetes by almost 30 percent compared to those who rarely or never ate nuts.

Almonds contain high levels of calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, copper, the antioxidants vitamin E and selenium.

Brazil nuts contain selenium and may protect against breast cancer. They are also high in zinc, which is a vital mineral for digestion and metabolism. People with skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis are often low in zinc and it is essential for immune system function.

Walnuts contain omega 3 (and 6) which prevent heart disease, maintain healthy joints and brain function and provide anti-inflammatory benefits for asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema and psoriasis.

Cashews are lower in fat than most nuts and contain good levels of iron copper, magnesium, zinc which are essential for optimal bodily functioning.

Eating a variety of nuts can certainly help us keep healthy, do remember though, they are very nutrient dense so a couple of handfuls a day is plenty!

Cashews are a great source of monounsaturated fat and they are a nutrient-packed super food because they are grown in warm and humid environments close to the equator.

6. Avocados
These luscious green fruits are high in monounsaturated fat, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which are good for your metabolism and for promoting vibrant skin.

Those on weight loss diets will often avoid avocados because of the fat content; but we must remember that is some fat is essential; some fats are actively good for us and actually help, rather than hinder weight loss. Monounsaturated fats can speed up metabolic rate, help us feel fuller for longer and prevent binges on high sugar or saturated fat foods. Its low sugar content and absence of starch make avocado an ideal food for diabetics.

Avocados have a high nutritional density, containing many vitamins and minerals, protein and fibre. They are very high in anti-oxidants so helping to prevent cancer, cataracts and aging. Some of the constituents have a beneficial effect on cholesterol levels. When eaten with other fruit and vegetables, avocados increase absorption of other nutrients.

They are perfect, mashed, for babies who are just starting on solids. Add to salads, pasta, prawns, tuna or just eat as they are! Avocados can also be used externally for skin complaints.

7. Farm raised eggs
Few foods can match the nutritional power of an egg yolk. The modern philosophy of balanced eating has overturned the fear of cholesterol because balanced insulin and blood sugar decreases cholesterol production in the body. People feed yolks to make their dogs coat healthy: eggs can do the same for human skin and hair. Plus, egg whites are an excellent source of protein.

8. Stem, stalk and leafy vegetables
Greens, such as broccoli, kale, spinach and other leafy greens offer roughage, water, and many essential phytochemicals, vitamins and minerals.

9. Raw cacao
Women usually crave chocolate during the menstrual cycle to escape the hormonal storm. Raw cacao contains anandamide, a substance that mimics marijuana, thus giving women a sensation of bliss. (10 tips to prevent PMS - naturally)

10. Organic yogurt
Yogurt has probiotics for good digestive health and calcium for strong bones. It is also quite versatile and can be eaten for any meal of the day.

Bonus: 11. Olive oil and sesame oil
These delicious unsaturated fats are heart-healthy and can reduce your cholesterol levels as well as reduce inflammation. Rich in antioxidants, polyphenols, vitamin E and other nutrients, these healthy oils can be used in many cooking applications.

Olive oil Olive oil has been around for 1000's of years and is one of the main components of a Mediterranean diet which is widely thought of as one of the healthiest diets in the world.

Olive oil has high levels of monounsaturated fats (like avocados) which help prevent heart disease by lowering bad' cholesterol (LDL) and increasing good' cholesterol (HDL). It can lower blood pressure, possibly due to constituents called Phenols, and one study shows regular consumption of olive oil can reduce the need for hypertensive medication by 48%.

Olive oil is also high in Vitamin E, a powerful anti oxidant which protects the heart, slows down the aging process (hurrah!!) and is even considered an aphrodisiac!

A US study has found olive oil may act in a similar way to painkillers such as ibuprofen which are anti-inflammatory. Inflammation has been linked with a wide range of diseases from cancer to heart disease to rheumatoid arthritis. In fact studies have shown that regular consumption of olive oil lowers the risk of rheumatoid arthritis in later life.

Extra virgin olive oil is best and as we only use small quantities it is worth the extra money.

Use for stir fries, as a dip with balsamic vinegar for ciabatta or granary bread, pour over salads, vegetables or pasta, add to sauces, just have a bit of olive oil every day!

Free Health Seminar Schedule - July 2009 @ Healthy Being Wellness Boutique & Natural Health Services

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:42:00 +0000

Greetings!

July is going to be a FABULOUS Month here at Healthy Being Wellness Boutique! We've got a line up of amazing wellness seminars, packed full of educational materials and life changing information. We invite you, your family, friends and folks in your network to join us for our free seminars. We're also introducing our Grocery Shopping Tours to groups of 7 individuals-- is an hour worth your time - and there are great takeaway materials that you'll use every time you plan your shopping list and visit your grocer.

Wednesday, July 8
7-8pm Nutrition for Women: 10 Foods Women Should Be Eating More Often. This thought-provoking seminar will examine the nutritional health of women and discuss dietary strategies for optimal health. Melissa will tell you about today's top 10 nutrition superstars, how they work to keep women healthy, and how to incorporate them into your diet.

Saturday, July 11
2-3pm ABCs of Autism: Allergies, Behavior & Chemicals. Vida Gomez, Florida State Special Educator & Autism specialist, will address biomedical needs of autistic children & adults as well as diet and detox therapies to treat autism.

Monday, July 13
7-8pm Wellness Tips for the Busy Professional. Learn quick, easy & inexpensive ways to stay healthy and energized at work, on the road and at business meetings.

Wednesday, July 15
7-9pm. $25 CPR Class. All proceeds go to local organizations dedicated to the awareness of Sudden Cardiac Arrest to buy an AED machine for a local sports facility. RSVP necessary. Limited to 10 participants

Saturday, July 18
1-2pm. Acupuncture Face-lift Facials. Acupuncture Physician, Lisa Rathgeb will discuss and demonstrate facial rejuvenation. Learn how to tackle wrinkles, muscle tension that may be causing unsightly lines, as well as systematic issues standing between you and glowing skin.

Sunday, July 19
2-3pm Healthy Grocery Shopping Tour. This fun and informative seminar translates nutrition information into practice. As you tour the aisles of the supermarket, you'll learn how to read nutrition labels, select lower fat products, choose the heart healthiest oils, and much, much more. $25 per person, RSVP required. Max 7 participants.

Tuesday, July 21
5-8pm Free Networking & Business Showcase - Health & Wellness focused. Mix mingle & network with local healthcare providers, wellness practitioners and abundance minded professionals and community members. Enjoy complimentary wine & healthy treats.

Wednesday, July 22
6:30-7:30pm Relax Your Neck & Shoulders! Let Aradia Scott, massage therapist & upper torso pain specialist, show you how to use massage to loosen your tight muscles.

Thursday, July 23
7-8pm Healing Yourself with Body Talk. Harvey Pearlman, Certified Body Talk Practitioner, presents this self empowering, self healing, holistic therapy.

Saturday, July 25
2-3pm Bioavailability of Supplementation. Bay Area Nutraceutical Consultant, Kristina Smith, presents how isotonics work to nourish and heal the body.

Sunday, July 26
2-3pm Healthy Grocery Shopping Tour. $25 per person, RSVP required. Max 7 participants.

Monday, July 27
7-8pm. Detoxify Your Body! Toxins are all around us & are stored in excess body fat. These toxins create dis-ease. Come see how we determine if toxic chemicals or metals are a hidden cause of your health problem and learn if a detox program is right for you.

Wednesday, July 29
5-8pm. Wellness Wednesday. On the last Wednesday of the Month we host a Healthy Neighborhood round up - meet, mingle, network and relax with fellow neighbors. Enjoy complimentary healthy snacks & organic wines.

Thursday, July 30
7-8pm Center of Gravity. Dr Rubin, a local Chiropractor will discuss structural management and wants to minimize aging and joint degeneration.

Please feel free to share our calendar with your friends, family and folks in your network. These are great ways to gain important wellness information and presents the ability to meet great health and wellness professionals.

TO RSVP for the CPR class or Grocery Shopping Tour- call us: 727-502-3464.
All seminars are held at:

Healthy Being Wellness Boutique & Natural Health Services
425 33rd Ave N.
St. Petersburg, Fl 33704
(off 4th st, behind subway)

Saw Palmetto: Fact or Fiction- Increases Breast Size Naturally

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Thu, 21 May 2009 03:35:00 +0000

We've all heard the hype and with all the supplements and products on the market that claim to be the next best latest thing to help address some ailment or vanity issue. But, I decided to give one a whirl.

I went to a natural health seminar about a month ago and one of the many topics was about natural hormone therapies and protocols surrounding female health concerns. I was particularly interested in trying out one particular protocol that is said to have a positive impact on the growth and enlargement of the female breast.

It is widely known that one of the best natural herbs for men is saw palmetto. Well, while this helps shrink the size of the prostate, it has the reverse affect on breasts.

SO I decided to give it a whirl. For me, such a change would be dramatic and the instructor of the seminar reported that the potential increase could be a full cup size. The dasage was non descript so I bought a bottle of saw palmetto and have been diligently taking 4 pills in the am and 4 pills in the evening.

I can honestly say that I have seen a marked change in the shape of my breasts. It may not be hype after all.

If you are interested in the exact dosage, let me know and I'd be more than willing to share my story and doage schedule with you. Feel free to call me in my office or email me: 727-50-BEING or Melissa@HealthyBeingLLC.com

New Healthy Being Service: Ionized Detox Foot Baths

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:44:00 +0000

For the past 5 years, I have been a huge fan of the detox foot baths.

Ionic Detoxification Footbaths are the most relaxing way to get rid of the toxins present in the body. You just have to sit on the chair, with your feet dipped into a warm water bath. Our detox clients love the experience we have created - our clients relax on a comfortable chair, dip their feet into a warm water bath, relax with some soothing and detoxing aromatherapy which is applied on their temples, throat chakra and on their wrists. We offer cool cleansing cucumber water that is enhanced with chlorophyll and they listen to chakra clearing CDs and slip into a calm and sedate state.. Each session is 24 minutes in length

For some of our stay at home moms, busy tampa bay executives and teens find this a great 24 minute spa without the spa prices that also cleanses and supports their body.

For first timers, we also recommend they start the treatment with a 30 minute lymphatic drainage therapy which will increase their "feel good" experience and remedy any colds, headaches or inflammation that they may be experiencing.

Detox Foot Bath is an all natural way to detox the inside of your body through your foot in a relaxing bath. Detoxification begins the moment you place your foot into the foot bath. Detoxification benefits your health and can help the aging process.

Reported Benefits:

* Detoxification of Your Entire Body
* Heavy Metals Removed
* Increase Your Energy
* Help With Faster Disease and Injury Recovery Time
* Increased Oxygen in Your Body
* Help Pain Relief
* Improved Your Sleep
* Reduced Unwanted Fluid Retention
* Headache Relief
* Immune System Booster
* and many more

The biggest question I hear is : How often should I do a detox foot bath?

Every body is different and the amount of environmental, physical and emotional toxins vary. If you are on a detox program, I recommend 2 or 3 x a week, allowing a day in between the detox and hydrating before, during and after. Then gradually moving to 1x a week and then into a maintenance phase.

If you are seeking maintenance, 1 or 2x monthly is a good time span to repeat your detox foot bath.

Scheduling a detox foot bath session also works well if you are feeling the onset of a flu or cold - it can help your body manage the illness and eradicate it before it becomes full blown .

If you think this might benefit you or your family member, please give us a call and we'll answer any questions you might have.

*Mention you read this article and receive $5 off your first foot bath.

Healthy Being Wellness Boutique & Natural Health Services
425 33rd Ave N
St. Petersburg, Fl 33704
727-50-BEING
www .HealthyBeingLLC.com
Melissa@HealthyBeingLLC.com

Electro Lymphatic Drainage: What is it and How does it help promote health?

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:06:00 +0000

It is a very exciting time for Healthy Being, LLC. We have moved into a larger space (425 33rd Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33704, 727-50-BEING) that affords us the opportunity to continue our retail business and expand upon our natural health and wellness services. Apart from our nutritional consultations, hormone balancing and enzyme therapies, we now offer lymphatic therapy through an electronic lymphatic drainage machine.

At first read it may appear that our new service might be invasive or painful, but it is not. In fact, we do not even tough your skin. We use a wand that emits a frequency level that helps your body's lymph system get moving. The wand is moved back and forth just over your skin and communicates to the therapist areas where your lymph system is congested. The therapist then focuses on the areas where you might be more congested- sometimes near the arm pits under the breast, ankles/feet.

Frequency therapy and science now shows that the body responds to certain frequencies in a way that allows a natural health professional to clear lymph congestion, reduce fibrocystic conditions and promote overall wellness.

Personally, I have used lymphatic drainage a few years back when I had a very severe case of mono. Quite literally, my lymph glands were so swollen I thought I had a tumor. After one treatment, I felt amazing and was able to notice a major change to the size and feel of the swollen lymph gland/node. I attribute my quicker recovery to supporting my lymphatic system to help clear out cellular waste and allow my body to fight the virus that was wreaking havoc on my body.

The reason why I was exposed to lymphatic drainage was through my colonic practitioner in Boston. The root of our immune system in truly rooted in the gut and intestines. I felt that if I could cleanse my gut, I would be better able to absorb nutrients that would allow me to repair my immune system.

Lymphatic Drainage has many of the same health benefits as Colonic Irrigation. While the colon's role is to clear the body of waste products that have passed through the stomach and intestines, the role of the lymphatic system is to clear the waste products that accumulate in the cells and muscles of the body. The Lymphatic System is also responsible for fighting infection and keeping the body healthy.

No matter how good we are , day after day we pump toxins into our body through poor diet, alcohol, a polluted environment and a stressful lifestyle.

What is Lymph?

Lymph is a clear fluid that circulates throughout the body, cleaning away all the dead cells, bacteria and toxins. The Lymphatic System is like a team of garbage collectors, filtering out, gathering up and taking all the unnecessary waste we accumulate in our bodies in everyday life. It is the key to a healthy immume system.

The lymph moves around the body in an extensive network of capillaries and this pathway must be kept clean and free flowing to work efficiently. As a sluggish river accumulates pools of stagnant water that act as a breeding ground for bacteria and disease, likewise, if the Lymphatic System becomes sluggish, Lymph can remain stagnant in problem areas, causing inflamation and pain.

The Lymphatic System mirrors the blood circulatory system but is twice the size and has more than 600 nodes situated throughout the body. However, unlike the blood system, the Lymphatic System has no pump and therefore needs help to keep the Lymph fluid moving. Regular exercise will help maintain the flow, but congestion can occur in areas as a result of toxic overload, lack of exercise, improper diet, infection or injury.

When this happens, the build up will cause inflammation and pain.

Skipping, trampoline and body brushing are all good ways of stimulating flow of Lymph but sometimes it is necessary to use additional cleansing techniques.

How do I know I have a lymph problem?

There are many physical signs of congestion in the Lymphatic System that can benefit significantly by improving Lymph circulation. Some of these include:

Water Retention, particularly in ankles or fingers, indicating fluid congestion

General muscle aches and pains or a stiff neck, often as a result of sprains or whiplash

Cellulite and weight problems

Breast lumpiness

Post surgery tissue congestion, scar formation or stretch marks

Skin problems such as acne

Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia

Breathing problems, such as asthma or sinusitis

Stress, headaches and migranes

Immune system problems

Glucoma

Fibromyalgia

Breathing problems, such as asthma or sinusitis

Stress, headaches and migranes

Immune system problems

Glucoma

How does Lymphatic Drainage work?

There are two types of technique for Lymphatic Drainage

Manual Massage

This has been around for several years and is a deep tissue massage treatment that increases lymphatic flow and therefore very helpful in elimination of waste and toxins.

Electronic Therapy

This is a newer treatment that is based on Quantum Physics, using electric energy to not only stimulate the flow but by creating a negative energy charge , which helps break up protein clusters that can cause blockages and clog up the Lymphatic System.

Whilst working on the Lymph, the treatment also stimulates the blood flow and helps prevent the blood cells from sticking together. Oxygen and nutrients can therefore be delivered to the body tissues more effectively.

What is the difference between these two techniques?

Electronic therapy has a number of very clear benefits over manual massage:

It can reach areas that manual massage cannot reach. The major components of the lymphatic system occur in areas protected by bony structure, such as the upper chest area. Electronic thereapy vibrates and stimulates the lymph nodes under the bone structure, which cannot be achieved manually.

It can treat areas that would normally be too painful for manual massage such as ME and Fibromyalga . Electronic therapy stimulates the Lymph without putting pressure on the muscles.

It can generate quicker results than manual massage because it provides immediate blockage relief in the key Lymph nodes. If these nodes are blocked, then the Lymph will not drain away properly. For many conditions, Electronic Therapy will achive as much in one session as in several manual massage sessions.

The equipment I use is the lymph star pro. It has adjustable strengths that are individualized for each client based on their body and needs.

The number of treatments required will vary depending on the severity of the condition. In more severe cases, it is recommended to have treatments 2-3 times a week, reducing down to once a month. Treatment times will also vary, an average session will normally take 30-60 minutes.

Healthy Being Natural Health Services offers 3 different packages:

1.30 minute lymphatic drainage $35

2. 60 minute lymphatic drainage $75

3. Lymph Plus package: 30 minute lymphatic drainage + 24 min detox foot bath $70 (savings of $5)

We welcome all visitors to our store. If you are looking for natural, organic skin care, products for your pets, natural baby diapers and ointments and high quality supplements and vitamins in the tampa Bay area, please stop by. We have a unique wellness boutique and an environment that is relaxing, soothing and peaceful. We even offer free tea and free Wi-Fi.

Healthy Being Wellness Boutique & Natural Health Services.

425 33rd Ave N.

St. Petersburg, FL 33714

We are located right behind the subway. We share the same parking lot with subway.

Call us at 727-50-BEING or email us: Melissa@HealthyBeingLLC.com

*We can special order many items for our clients, if we do not carry it, let us know and we'll make arrangements so that we can offer you the best products.

The Best Anti-Viral Diet: What to Eat When You Have Herpes

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Fri, 08 May 2009 16:04:00 +0000

Herpes can be a big pain in the rear. Did you know that 80% of Americans have suffered from oral herpes while only 20% suffer from genital herpes? Either way- there are a lot of us out there who have had the pesky blister appear with complimentary symptoms tingling of the skin, red skin, swollen glands and other flu like symptoms.

I know that I get a blister on my lip when I'm overly stressed and as a result have an impaired immune system or when I eat way too much chocolate for my own good!

There are natural therapies to address herpes outbreaks. As a holistic nutritionist in St. Petersburg, Fl - many of my clients seek my assistance in addressing such health concerns as herpes. I try to incorporate a healthy diet into the plan or protocols of my clients.

I recommend avoiding chocolate, nuts, peas and wheat -- all foods that contain the amino acid L-arginine which has been found to promote the herpes virus. Luckily the balance of L-arginine is an amino acid called L-Lysine that has been found to suppress the virus.

By eating lysine rich foods like legumes, turkey, fish, chicken, red meat and most veggies - many of my clients have found they can manange and eliminate the herpes viral outbreaks. This is especially important for those who may have genital herpes, an extremely contagious form of herpes that is transmitted through sexual activities.

There are a few great topical products that I also recommend. First, at the first twinge of pain I advise using organic apple cider vinegar to quell the outbreak. Usually this will speed the process and the blister will appear faster and heal faster with topical application sof products like Super Lysine cream and bee propolis.

Adding aloe vera to the diet and used as a topical agent as well helps treat and heal the skin quickly. Topics applications of any kind should take place 4 times a day until the blister completely heals.

Ultimately, the goal is to shorten the outbreak times. I've seen many clients who suffer for a week or more have a small blister for a period of only 2 days.

If you suffer from frequent herpes outbreaks, it may be time to assess the strength of your immune system and assess your diet to cut out herpes aggitating foods and bolster you immune system with a great regime of Cell Forte (IP-6), lysine supplementation and bee propolis will be essential.

For more information please contact Melissa Gallagher, Holistic Nutritionist and Natural Health Practitioner for a phone consultation. A 30 minute personalized evaluation and consultation may be just the change you are looking for today! Call us: 727-954-8968

Natural Food Movement: Great Movie Called Food Inc

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Thu, 07 May 2009 15:50:00 +0000

Good Afternoon!

I just received an amazing email from one of my clients today. I recently listened to an amazing CD called the Cornification of America by Michael Pollan. Michael discusses the role of corn in our modern diet and dis-ease as well as the history of corn production and how the government has subsidized growing this plant.

There is a movie coming out that includes health industry experts like Michael Pollan, that specifically focuses on the nature of the food industry and the lack of label regulation.

How much do we really know about the food we buy at our local supermarkets and serve to our families? Food, Inc. lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that's been hidden from the American consumer.

Check out the video: http://www.foodincmovie.com/

Benefits of Ionized Detox Foot Baths at Healthy Being Boutique in St. Petersburg, Florida

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:39:00 +0000

In the next few weeks, my natural health and wellness practice will be opening in a new location in St. Petersburg, Florida (425 33rd Ave N). It's a very exciting time and we are introducing a detoxification lounge to our wellness boutique space. This lounge will allow our visitors and clients to participate in a non-invasive, detoxification via the feet.

Detox Foot Bath is an all natural way to detox the inside of your body through your foot in a relaxing bath. Detoxification begins the moment you place your foot into the foot bath. Detoxification benefits your health and can help the aging process.

Reported Benefits:
Detoxification of Your Entire Body
Heavy Metals Removed
Increase Your Energy
Help With Faster Disease and Injury Recovery Time
Increased Oxygen in Your Body
Help Pain Relief
Improved Your Sleep
Reduced Unwanted Fluid Retention
Headache Relief
Immune System Booster

Ion Therapy Systems are only direct current units to ensure no unwanted power transients or static sounds are passed to the body.

The Array (the detachable applied part) is the methodology used to create the therapeutic ion field. The arrays are designed to only function in water and function in both positive and negative energy mode. The water molecules that pass through the array are split causing the ionic field.

The ions are created in two ways. First as the direct current is passed thru the water via the three metals, the hydrogen and oxygen will separate creating ions. Secondly the softer metals will electronically erode causing further ionization. The ion field can be either primarily positive or negative depending upon the electrical polarity going to the array. The reaction can be enhanced with the use of a catalyst such as salt etc...

As a person is brought near the array the only thing that they are exposed to is a low intensity ion field. This only occurs in the water and will not happen if removed from the water.
* Average treatment time 18-23 minutes.
* Healthy individuals often feel more energy, and experience a greater feeling of well-being.
* Patients with pain, edema, gout, headaches, and swollen joints have often reported immediate relief.
* Other patients with arthritis, allergies, lymph edema, neuralgia and other symptoms have experienced relief and benefits with multiple treatments.
* Manufactured to ISO standards at Erchonia Medical in McKinney, Texas.

THE SYSTEM BENEFITS Average treatment time 18-23 minutes.

Healthy individuals often feel more energy, and experience a greater feeling of well-being.

Patients with pain, edema, gout, headaches, and swollen joints have often reported immediate relief.

Each 24 minute session is $40 and includes a private detox booth, relaxing music, aromatherapy and chlorophyll enhanced filtered water.

To schedule your session today call Healthy Being at 727-954-8968 or email: melissa@healthybeingllc.com

Walk ins welcome. Visit our new location: 425 33rd Ave N., St. Petersburg, Fl 33704

Swine Flu AND Natural Ways to Boost Immunity

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:45:00 +0000

The growing incidence of swine flu is raising the pandemic alert level to many states to a level 4. It's a challenge for any air traveler to stay as healthy as is possible and even more important to follow special steps to boost immunity naturally.

Several months ago I wrote a blog about air travel and 10 steps to be healthy while traveling on an airplane. I think it is time to revisit this in light of the new concerns with the rise of swine flu and the masses that are catching this very severe case of flu.

When traveling it is so important to consume lots of water. Drinking keeps the mucous membranes of your body hydrated and function at their optimum. Similarly, a saline nasal spray is key to keep the nasal passages lubricated and the saline serves to minimize foreign bodies waging war on the immune system. 90% of illnesses like the flu are airborne and our inhalations are the source of catching the germs.

To further eliminate any chance of viral invasion in the nasal passages I always recommend to my clients to use pure natural lavender oil. A dap or two under the nose before encountering crowded settings or the airport will serve as a natural guard against unwanted airborne viruses like the Swine Flu. Lavender has been used for thosands and thousands of years as an antibiotic and antiseptic and sprigs of lavender were hung in homes to ward off the plague.

I'm a huge fan of Airborne - the fizzy tabs you can take while traveling. While I do not like the sugar type, I think the benefits outweight this addition. There are 5 key chinese herbs which help to support the healthy immune system.

Women & Heart Disease: Early Detection & Prevention - An Event For Every Woman!

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:39:00 +0000

On Thursday, May 21st Tampa Bay Area Men & Women are invited to a special health and wellness workshop and networking event hosted by the Tampa Bay Health & Wellness Networking Fusion:

Women & Heart Disease: Information Every Woman Needs to Know!

The Tampa Bay Health & Wellness Networking Fusion invites you to join us for an educational and extremely informative evening with Martha Bowman, National Heart Disease expert, legislative advocate and survivor. Individual tickets may be purchased for $20 (early registration) or $25 at the door.

Date: Thursday, May 21, 2009
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Place: Holiday Inn Select - 3535 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, Fl
Cost: $20 per person (early registration), $25 at the door.

We expect a large draw to this event and have sponsorship opportunities available. There is still time to get your logo on all marketing materials and showcase your services to a target audience of health focused individuals.

Table sponsorships begin at $75 (includes 1 ticket to the event).

Join the Tampa Bay Wellness Fusion for an evening of heart education and networking. Presentation by Heart Disease Survivor & National Advocate. 6:30pm - 8:30pm Holiday Inn Select (Ulmerton Rd), $20 pre-registration online $25 at door.
For more information visit: www.tampabayhealthfusion.com. RSVP to reserve your seat today!

Link to the May 21st Health Fusion flier. Please share this with any friends, family and colleagues - we encourage everyone to join us as we continue to grow our group.

Affordable Health Care- Benefits and Basics of Natural Health Options

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:36:00 +0000

In today’s hectic world, women continue to take on more and more. These tough economic times add additional stress to our lives that can easily impair the immune system and deplete our bodies of essential vitamins and minerals laying the foundation for decreased health and wellness.

In my natural health practice I am seeing many more stress out, maxed out and overwhelmed women. Many of my female clients have become the sole breadwinner for their family or have been the unfortunate victims of layoffs, downsizing and company closings. With tighter budgets, higher stress levels and less propensity to spend money on healthy extras like massages, acupuncture visits, facials, organic foods and even routine annual exams - the question that I am often asked is: How can I maintain my health without breaking the bank?

My sincere suggestion is to go natural and go basic. In that I mean to get to back to basics; a time where we put on our thinking caps and strategize ways to choose healthy and alternative methods that benefit, support and improve our health and the health of our families.

We can swap massages with our friends, families and loved ones easily and on a daily basis. The benefit is we get even closer to those we hold dear to our hearts and help our bodies release some built-up toxic stress. The art of acupressure can be easily learned through a library book and self-implemented to take advantage of the healing elements of this therapy.

Many of us live close to local farm stands and our communities host weekend farmers markets where we can support local growers and purchase healthy, vitamin and nutrient rich organic fruits and vegetables at a fraction of the cost.

Sometimes the most inexpensive household items can turn into great uses for the house and the body. Apple Cider Vinegar can be used for cleaning and works well as a daily health tonic or a gargle for a sore throat. Yogurt is not only great for digestive health but add a little honey or berries and put on your face it can function as a very effective facial.

These times may be trying, but they can also help us focus on what matters most: our health and our families.

Highly Effective Benefits of Wheat Grass Juice. What is Wheat Grass Juice and How does Wheat Grass Juice work?

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:46:00 +0000

For the past 5 years I have been a huge proponent of wheat grass juice. Ever since I was striken with a very nasty bout of mono, I was turned on to the healing properties of wheat grass juice. My major ailment was fatigue and an inability to fight virus and heal quickly. I cannot speak highly enough of wheat grass juice in my daily diet.

I can literally see and feel a difference when I am not consistent in my intake of this nutrient rich megavitamin shot. My hair is healthier, I am more energized and balanced. Just how does wheat grass work and what makes wheat grass juice so special? As a grass, it is rich in cholorophyll and has the ability to concentrate nutrients from its soil.

The best type of wheat grass juice is that grown in very rich soils like mineral rich soils. Its properties are antibacterial and antiseptic in nature. Wheat grass juice can stop unfriendly bacteria from wreaking havoc on your system.

This powerful green super food has been known through the ages as a source of health and well being. Dr. Birscher, a research scientist, called chlorophyll "concentrated sun power." He said, "chlorophyll increases the function of the heart, affects the vascular system, the intestines, the uterus, and the lungs." In the American Journal of Surgery (1940), Benjamin Gruskin, M.D. recommends chlorophyll for its multitude of benefits. The article suggests the following clinical uses for chlorophyll: to clear up foul smelling odors, neutralize Strep infections, heal wounds, hasten skin grafting, cure chronic sinusitis, overcome chronic inner-ear inflammation and infection, reduce varicose veins and heal leg ulcers, eliminate impetigo and other scabby eruptions, heal rectal sores, successfully treat inflammation of the uterine cervix, get rid of parasitic vaginal infections, reduce typhoid fever, and cure advanced pyorrhea in many cases

Unlimited Benefits of Wheat Grass Juice:
Helps prevent tooth decay
Neutralizes carcinogens
Cleanses blood by removing toxins and harmful chemicals
Detoxes liver, cells, tissue and blood
Lowers high blood pressure Increases oxygen levels in the blood stream
Improved digestion
Creates balanced pH environment to prevent cancer
Increases energy
Provides healthier hair and reduces dandruff
Alleviates eczema and psoriasis
Improved ability of the body to heal wounds
Chlorophyll found in wheatgrass can prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.

It also contains anti-aging abilities and can keep the hair from greying.

Ailments Wheat Grass Juice helps fight:
Chronic fatigue
Diabetes
Arthritis
Arteriosclerosis
Acne
Eczema
Constipation
Pancreatic troubles
High blood pressure
Mucus build-up in the intestines
Hypoglycemia
Allergies
High cholesterol
Cancer
Heart problems
Anemia
Liver troubles
Premature aging
Thyroid gland problems
Increases fertility- The high magnesium content in the chlorophyll of the wheat grass juice actually builds enzymes that increase fertility hormones.

An ounce a day can definitely keep the doctor away.

Natural Treatment for Pink Eye or Conjunctivitis of the Eye.

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:03:00 +0000

As luck would have it, a recent routine eye examine has yielded a case of pink eye. I had a sense that I might get this and one could say that I perhaps brought this on with my thoughts.

Either way, it is an inconvenient infection especially for contact wearers. As such, I'd like to share a great pink eye remedy that I've used that is working thus far: Chamomile tea!! It's amazing and it's probably in your tea/coffee cabinet.

The PINK EYE REMEDY:

Place a cool, moist chamomile tea bag on each closed eye for about 10 minutes. Repeat this every couple hours. Make sure your tea bag is only made of chamomile.

If you have bulk chamomile flowers, simply use a muslin tea bag.

Another way to treat the eye is to make the tea a little stonger, and then use an eye cup to hold the luke warm tea in each eye.

You can also just wash the eyes out with the tea, make a compress with a cloth, or even soak a cotton ball in the tea and wipe the eyes every so often.

I've done this religiously for the past day and I am seeing a significant improvement. I'm also choosing to ingest a few cups of chamomile each day as I figure to work this remedy from both the inside and outside.

Other pink eye remedies

* Eyebright (Euphrasia officinalis). Infuse a teaspoon of the herb in a cup of hot water. Allow to cool, strain. Put the tea in an eye cup and use it in the recommended way.
* You can wash the eye using 1 cup of boiled and cooled water. Add 5 drops of Eyebright tincture. Use a cotton ball. Never use straight tincture in an eye.
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5 Tips to Being Healthy on a Budget

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:46:00 +0000

With the holidays just around the corner budgeting every cent has become a necessity for many households. My particular household has chosen to continue to eat healthy but with a little more work we are saving more money each time we hit the grocery stores.

Here are 5 easy ways to stay healthy on a budget without compromising good health or good food.

1. Shop Local.

Shopping at local farmers markets and local coops for veggies and fruit will significantly reduce your cost. You essential cut out the middleman and buy vitamin rich organic foods. Similarly, many areas have local organic farms where you can purchase a 1/2 cow or chicken that are butchered and prepared on site. If your freezer allows; this can save you well over several hundred dollars a year.

2. Purchase a netti pot.

A netti pot is a must have for every household. Especially for those individuals who are prone to seasonal allergies or develop colds/flus each season. The netti pot is a teapot-like device that serves to flush the nasal passages of any mucus, pollen or dust particles. It also lubricates the nasal passages and with a saline flush will prevent germs from entering your body and keeps the nasal passages moist to prevent dryness and potential infection. In the drier winter months the nose can take a hit with the transitions from cold air to heated inside air. Netti pots in the morning and evening work well to prevent colds and flu.

3. Eat brown rice.

Brown rice is one of the best grains and it is packed with vitamins, rich in fiber, protein and iron and is low in calories. A 2 pound bag can yield rice, for a family of four, meals for at least 5 days. Substitute standard pasta and potato based dishes with brown rice and experience a cost reduction. Other benefits you may experience may be increased full feeling, weight loss and better digestive health.

4. Plan and Prepare your Meals.

So often we are used to last minute food runs to the local fast food joint down the street. But, in the end a lot of money is spent on really unhealthy and non-fulfilling food. With a little tweaking, some planning as well as some coupon clipping a lot of money can be reduced when shopping is based on a strategic meal plan.

When it comes to lunch and dinner, a large majority of families eat precooked-prepackaged meals or even meals ready to be prepared. A little time goes a long way when cooking a prepared and well planned meal.

By cooking a larger dinner that can yield left overs; time and money are reduced as the excess may be pre-made lunches for you and/or your spouse or partner for the next day(s).

I always suggest preparing snack packs in the beginning of the week-- by chopping up apples, carrots and other fruits and veggies a wholesome and healthy snack can be taken with you to work or on the road. Other great snack pack ideas are boiled eggs, mixed nuts and chocolate chips and peanut buttered crackers.

5. Drink Green Tea.

Substituting green tea for coffee and soda is a great way to cut down costs of hitting your local starbucks or dunkin donuts as well as the local office vending machine. By brewing up your own green tea you can serve it hot or cold and even flavor it with lemons or even pomegranate juice. The green tea still affords those caffeine fanatics their daily dose while packing a good punch of flavonoids and antioxidants. Green tea has been linked to cancer prevention and lowered risk of heart disease.

Budgeting and eating healthy can be synonymous and can benefit both your pocketbook and your health.

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For more information or to set up a speaking engagement with Melissa Gallagher contact: 727-954-8968. Please visit our website: www.healthybeingproducts.com

Samambaia - Latin American Rainforest Miracle Herb

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 21:55:00 +0000

(NaturalNews) -- The South American rainforest herb Samambaia can be used to treat a wide array of health disorders, from inflammation and psoriasis to coughs and kidney disorders.

Samambaia -- a medicinal fern that grows in Latin America's drier tropical forests -- has been used historically by Amazonian Indians such as the Boras and Witotos to treat fever, whooping cough and kidney disorders. Indigenous Hondurans have long used the plant as an all-natural treatment for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and malignant tumors. Some Peruvian tribes have used the roots of the plant -- the rhizome -- for peptic uclers, diarrhea and pain in joints and tendons. Samambaia is used throughout the Amazon as a tonic for detoxification and immune support.

Even today, samambaia is used in herbal remedies in Brazil and Peruas a tonic, expectorant, sweat-promoter and blood cleanser. Supplements of the plant can treat a wide variety of skin problems, including boils, abscesses and ulcers. It also acts as a natural sunscreen to prevent sun-induced skin damage, which can lead to skin cancer and other skin problems.

The samambaia plant is high in alkaloids, lipids and flavonoids, and is a rich source of fatty acids. Toxicity studies have revealed no known toxicity for humans taking oral doses greater than 1000 mg. Studies of the plant in the 1970s and '80s revealed it to be an effective treatment for psoriasis, and a Spanish company produced a samambaia-based herbal drug to treat the skin condition that is sill prescribed today.

In more recent studies, samambaia has been shown effective at treating AIDS- and cancer-related wasting syndrome, as well as Alzheimer's disease and dementia. A 2004 human study by Harvard researchers found samambaia provided "substantial benefits of skin protection" to prevent sunburn and subsequent skin aging. The plant is currently being researched for possible roles in cancer treatment.

Healthy Being LLC's newest product, Sunshine in a Box, a natural Seasonal Affective Disorder(SAD) relief product featured on CNN's Accent Health News

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:40:00 +0000

Get ready, naturally, for the fall time change and the onset of "winter depression" and Seasonal Affective Disorder. CNN's Accent Health News highlights a Natural Health Entrepreneur who, as a result of her own suffering from SAD when she lived in New England, created a Natural Seasonal Affective Disorder Relief Kit, Sunshine in a Box, that naturally address the chemical imbalances that caused by the time change and darker days of fall and winter.

In preparation for the time change and transition to shorter, drearier and darker days, CNN's Accent Health News Network will feature Healthy Being LLC and Sunshine in a Box in a December segment about Seasonal Affective Disorder. Accent Health is America's only healthy lifestyle television network specifically designed to serve physicians and their patients in medical waiting rooms.

Healthy Being LLC's President and Natural Health Entrepreneur, Melissa Gallagher was interviewed by CNN to share her personal experience as a Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) sufferer and also to highlight the reasons she created Healthy Being’s newest product, Sunshine in a Box, a natural Seasonal Affective Disorder relief product that addresses the root chemical imbalances that create SAD symptoms.

Melissa Gallagher’s interview with CNN Accent Health News features Sunshine in a Box and addresses the causes, symptoms and natural treatment options for individuals who suffer from mild, moderate and severe levels of Seasonal Affective Disorder. Nearly 1 in 5 Americans living in the Northern states suffer from either mild or moderate symptoms of winter depression, commonly known as Seasonal Affective Disorders. Similarly, 4 of 5 women who live in northern climates and suffer from Fibromyalgia also suffer varying levels of winter depression and can use Sunshine in a Box to combat often painful symptoms.

Sunshine in a Box provides individuals with a vitamin rich, well balanced, side affect free, natural remedy that reverses the way the body and mind reacts to shorter, light-less days. The bright and cheerful package consists of a 30 day supply of Sunshine in a Box and is available for $45.00.

Research suggests that a lack of adequate light impacts the body in a unique way. The body becomes deficient in Vitamin D and Serotonin levels reach their lowest point during December and January. Individuals living at latitudes above 40º north are more prone to these deficiencies. Along with a proper diet and full-spectrum sunlight therapy, a regime that includes Vitamin D and 5-HTP are helpful in treating SAD.

Sunshine in a Box is a simple and easy to use 30-day kit that contains three vital and power packed vitamins and supplements that are essential to the mental well being of those suffering from winter depression: Vitamin D3, 5-HTP and a liquid B Complex.

For the majority of Seasonal Affective Disorder sufferers simply supplementing a proper diet and light therapy with Sunshine in a Box will significantly reverse the physical lethargy and psychological affects of diminished exposure to sunshine.

For more specific information about Seasonal Affective Disorder and Healthy Being’s Sunshine in a Box, please contact Melissa Gallagher at 727-954-8968 or visit healthybeingproducts.com

Beating the Fall Time Change: How to Prevent Seasonal Affective Disorder

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:29:00 +0000

It’s that time of the year—the days are getting a little shorter, the mornings are crisper and the leaves are in the midst of beautiful, colorful changes. The time change is just around the corner and as Northerners, this season is invigorating yet marks the passage to much colder and drearier, darker days. The ending of Daylight Savings time and the falling back of the clocks yield darker mornings, early evenings and more time indoors.

Native Northerners and Southern transplants suffer from varying forms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), commonly known as winter depression. Even the most energetic and upbeat individuals feel the impact of the seasonal change. The statistics are alarming and more than likely, if you are reading this you may experience symptoms that become noticeable at the onset of fall; feelings of mild depression, seasonal weight gain, listlessness, the inability to wake up in the morning, a decrease in libido and premature bone loss. One in five northern residents suffer from SAD. Even more difficult, one if four, Fibromyalgia sufferers experience SAD symptoms. Over 20 million Americans experience varying levels of winter depression and more than10% of these individuals live right here in the Northeast.

The root source of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a chemical imbalance in the brain, particularly within the hypothalamus. In the fall and winter months the brain produces more melatonin than serotonin and the production of Vitamin D slumps with the lack of exposure to the sun. Serotonin reaches its lowest levels in December and January. The Winter Equinox often marks the lowest period for SAD sufferers. Melatonin is the regulatory chemical that adjusts sleep patterns and in an abundant state induces melancholy feelings, an inability to get out of bed in the dark mornings and increases in carb cravings. The chemical imbalances that accompany shorter days instill a sense of foreboding, unease and mild depression that is hard to shake.

One of the greatest remedies for individuals who suffer from winter blues or SAD is the use of light therapy. Full Spectrum light lamps or “happy lamps” emit natural light similar to that from the sun minus the harmful UVA and UVB rays that are linked to skin cancer, advancing skin aging, skin spots and even potential damage to our eyes. I have a deep affinity to these “happy lamps” as I routinely use a full spectrum light box to help combat the affects of winter depression.

Often SAD sufferers find changes in diet, exercise and supplementation to be equally effective in combating SAD and minimizing its symptoms. A low fat, low carb diet that is rich in leafy greens and lean proteins is helpful. Moderate daily exercise has been helpful in increasing energIt’s that time of the year—the days are getting a little shorter, the mornings are crisper and the leaves are in the midst of beautiful, colorful changes. The time change is just around the corner and as Northerners, this season is invigorating yet marks the passage to much colder and drearier, darker days. The ending of Daylight Savings time and the falling back of the clocks yield darker mornings, early evenings and more time indoors.

Native Northerners and Southern transplants suffer from varying forms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), commonly known as winter depression. Even the most energetic and upbeat individuals feel the impact of the seasonal change. The statistics are alarming and more than likely, if you are reading this you may experience symptoms that become noticeable at the onset of fall; feelings of mild depression, seasonal weight gain, listlessness, the inability to wake up in the morning, a decrease in libido and premature bone loss. One in five northern residents suffer from SAD. Even more difficult, one if four, Fibromyalgia sufferers experience SAD symptoms. Over 20 million Americans experience varying levels of winter depression and more than10% of these individuals live right here in the Northeast.

The root source of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a chemical imbalance in the brain, particularly within the hypothalamus. In the fall and winter months the brain produces more melatonin than serotonin and the production of Vitamin D slumps with the lack of exposure to the sun. Serotonin reaches its lowest levels in December and January. The Winter Equinox often marks the lowest period for SAD sufferers. Melatonin is the regulatory chemical that adjusts sleep patterns and in an abundant state induces melancholy feelings, an inability to get out of bed in the dark mornings and increases in carb cravings. The chemical imbalances that accompany shorter days instill a sense of foreboding, unease and mild depression that is hard to shake.

One of the greatest remedies for individuals who suffer from winter blues or SAD is the use of light therapy. Full Spectrum light lamps or “happy lamps” emit natural light similar to that from the sun minus the harmful UVA and UVB rays that are linked to skin cancer, advancing skin aging, skin spots and even potential damage to our eyes. I have a deep affinity to these “happy lamps” as I routinely use a full spectrum light box to help combat the affects of winter depression.

Often SAD sufferers find changes in diet, exercise and supplementation to be equally effective in combating SAD and minimizing its symptoms. A low fat, low carb diet that is rich in leafy greens and lean proteins is helpful. Moderate daily exercise has been helpful in increasing energy and regulating sleep patterns. Supplementation with Vitamin D, a B Complex and 5-HTP are helpful. 5-HTP acts as a precursor to serotonin and will help balances the levels of serotonin and melatonin.

Darker, shorter days can now represent a consistent flow of happiness and contentment. With slight changes in diet, exercise, supplementation and the addition of light therapy equilibrium is around the corner.

*As a result of her own experiences, Naturopathic Entrepreneur, Melissa Gallagher created a natural remedy for Seasonal Affective Disorder called Sunshine in a Box that was recently featured on CNN Accent Health News. For info or to buy your northern relatives Sunshine in a Box call: 727-954-8968 or visit HealthyBeingProducts.com

Mineral Makeup-- Super Deals & Skin Care Benefits

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:54:00 +0000

For months now I've been saying I've wanted to start using Mineral based eye makeup- primary eye shadows.

I'm super excited to pass on an amazing deal! For all make up lovers this is so good it's true!!

Nordstrom is changing the logo on their makeup, so they're selling everything for $1!!! The make-up line e.l.f. ( eyes-lips-face) has been bought out by Nordstrom and will be re-packaged with the Nordstrom name on it.

They are getting rid of all the make-up in ELF packaging. They are selling everything for $1. YES ONE DOLLAR. They have everything - powder,mascara, lipstick, a mineral line (100% natural), brushes & cases, nail polish, lotions, you name it - it's there. The website is:

http://www.eyeslipsface.com/shop.asp

When you 'check out' there is a space for a coupon code. Use CAROLINA and save an additional $7.50 if your order is over $15.00. Now go - shop - be free (practically)!

The Benefits of Mineral Cosmetics:

Mineral makeup is manufactured with minerals which are sterilized and pulverized into a very fine powder which is then mixed with a variety of natural inorganic colorings to produce a variety of colors.

What is so great about this type of make up is that it does not block the pores of the skin but instead allows the skin to breathe, mineral makeup is very appealing for those women with sensitive skin.

This is extremely beneficial for women who suffer with rosacea, dryness, acne or other skin ailments, utilizing mineral makeup permits them to take advantage of a skin-friendly product which will not exacerbate their problems.

The primary ingredients used in mineral makeup are, unlike most makeup, inorganic, which means that bacteria and microbes cannot live in the makeup and infect the skin. The fact that the ingredients are inorganic also means that no preservatives need be included and that the makeup will have a long shelf life, so long as reasonable care is taken to apply the makeup with clean brushes.

Mineral makeup also leaves the skin with a very natural radiant glow. The best mineral makeups contain a number of ingredients designed for the purpose of improving the well-being of the skin. These may include a broad spectrum of UVA and UVB sun protection, as well as zinc, magnesium and some anti-inflammatories. For women who complain of oily skin, mineral makeup can provide an excellent solution.

I hope you enjoy this deal as I just got a ton of good, natural mineral rich make up and make up brushes too!

8 Easy ways to Get and Keep Naturally Beautiful Skin

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:42:00 +0000

Summer is almost at its close and as we get back from our vacations and put the kids in school we need to also take time to care for our skin.

There are eight easy and great tips to make your skin look and feel superb!

1. Select moisturizers made with vegetable oils. Avoid mineral oil. Veggie oils like olive, sweet almond oil, corn, etc contain fatty acids which help to moisturize and soften the skin. Mineral oil is derived from petroleum and does not contain anything that helps to nourish the skin.

2. Look for herbs and herbal derivatives in your cosmetics. Herbs and their derivatives (essential oils, extracts, and infusions) contain natural chemicals which soothe tone and help condition the skin.

Two herbs which are especially useful are lavender and tea tree oils.

3. At least once a week, soak your feet in warm water and gently exfoliate dead sin with a pumice stone. Follow up by moisturizing your feet with a a natural foot oil or foot lotion.

4. Every week, soak in a tub of bath salts. I'm a huge fan of taking relaxing baths. Primarily dead sea salts are rich in minerals and help draw out impurities within the skin. Essentially they detox the largest organ of your body; your skin.

5. After showering, use a body oil or lotion made from veggie oils.

6. For blemish and dry skin prevention, moisturize your skin AM and PM with products that contain veggie oils. These contain fatty acids which help moisturize and protect your skin from minor irritations.

7. Buy toners made without rubbing alcohol or ethyl acohol. These alcohol based ingredients dry out and irritate the skin.

8. After every hand washing; moisturize your hands with a natural lotion that will help them remain soft and supple.

Back to School Tips: Help Your Child Deal with The Stress of the New School Year

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 15:04:00 +0000

Mid-August and September dawns the new school year and every year proves to be a stressful and challenging time for both children and their parents. Each year thousands of parents and children celebrate the first day of kindergarten or first grade; new preschools or child care settings; new classrooms and new teachers.

I can remember a particularly tragic time, after my family moved, where I cried and screamed bloody murder not to attend the new local, kindergarten classroom. It was traumatic and I can remember feeling scared, abandoned and uneasy about the unknown.

It therefore becomes key to make and create smooth transitions between home, programs and schools can help children feel good about themselves and teach them to trust other adults and children.

Separation anxiety, angst and fear of the classrooms causes many first day, first week and first month challenges that many parents have a hard time figuring out how to manage. Separation anxiety is often thought to only impact shy, timid, introverted children- but it can even take a toll on your outgoing and fearless youngster.

Luckily; there are a few great solutions I'd like to share with you that can minimize the stress both you and your child feel as you prepare for back to school season.

A product I highly recommend is Bach's Kids Rescue Remedy relief. It is a natural, homeopathic medicine that will help ease the tension, stress and anxiety that the first day and first week of school jitters produce.
in an alcohol-free formula for childrens times of stress and anxiety. Easy to use dropper. Natural, Safe, Non-Drowsy.

Children respond quickly to rescue remedy. Screaming children find sudden relief, shy and fearful children find courage, impatient and angry children find peace. Dosage for children and adults are the same. Monitoring your stress levels are just as important as watching your child and a dose of the rescue remedy for yourself may also help you ease up and relax through the process.

Bach's Kids Rescue Remedy is world famous for quickly restoring inner calm, control and focus helping your child manage daily stresses and get on with a happy and productive school year.

Helping children adapt to new situations can ease parents’ minds and give them a chance to become involved in their children's education.

Be enthusiastic about the upcoming change. If you are excited and confident, your child will be, too.
Prepare yourself. Take note of how your child reacts to separation. If possible, visit the new setting with your child. Introduce your child to the new teacher or early childhood professional in advance.
Arrange a playdate with another child from the program, preferably one-on-one, so that your child will see a familiar face when she walks in.
Start daily routines that will add to continuity. Let your child become involved with packing lunch or laying out clothes. Also, begin an earlier bedtime several weeks before.
Put aside extra time, particularly on the first day, for chatting and commuting together. But remember not to prolong the good-bye. If the child whines or clings, staying will only make it harder.
Always say good-bye to your child. Be firm, but friendly about separating. Never ridicule a child for crying. Instead, make supportive statements like, "it's hard to say good-bye."

In time, your child will easily adjust and find the new situation easy and happy.

Natural, Organic and Healthy Summer Picnic Recipes

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 16:16:00 +0000

Summer is officially here and with it comes beach parties, pool parties, picnics and fun summer, social gatherings.

We would like to highlight a few great natural and organic recipes that will help you and your family stay healthy while enjoying the fun summer sun.

Chicken Veggie Coucous Salad

1½ cups couscous
1 grilled chicken breast, diced
1 green pepper, washed and cut in strips
1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
1 medium carrot, peeled and cut into matchstick shapes
1 celery stalk, washed and sliced

Dressing: 2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil, juice from 1 lemon, salt, pepper, and 1 Tbs chopped fresh mint leaves
Garnish: radish, washed and sliced

Prepare couscous as per packet instructions. Place all ingredients in a salad bowl. Mix all ingredients for the dressing and shake to blend well. Pour over the salad and garnish with the sliced radishes.

TP Pasta Salad (Tomatoes & Peas)

1/3 cup white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried,
crumbled
1 large garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon
salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1 pound medium pasta shells
1/2 pound shelled fresh or frozen peas (about 1 1/2 cups), boiled until
tender and drained
2 pints red or yellow pear tomatoes or cherry tomatoes or a
combination, halved
1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaves

In a large bowl whisk together the vinegar, the water, the salt, the sugar, the tarragon, the garlic paste, and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. In a kettle of salted boiling water cook the pasta until it is tender, in a colander rinse it well, and drain it. In the bowl toss the pasta with the dressing, add the peas, the tomatoes, and the basil, and toss the salad well.

And for a great dessert try this yummy Vanilla Strawberry Tofu Cake

1/2 cup flax seeds
1 cake (19-ounce) silken tofu
1/2 to 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
2 cups strawberries (or substitute with blueberries, blackberries any berry)
1 tbs. tahini (sesame paste)
1 tbs. vanilla
1/2 cup maple syrup

Grind flax seeds in seed mill, blender or food processor until the consistency is like that or corn meal. Combine all ingredients in bowl or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Add more maple syrup to taste.

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NEW Online Healthy Being Network: Connecting Naturopaths, Doctors of Oriental Medicine, Natural Health & Wellness Retailers & Businesses to the public

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 14:22:00 +0000

This summer Healthy Being is in the process of launching the Healthy Being Network: an online database and tool that links various health and wellness practitioners, retailers and physicians to the community. At the current time, there is no one site or database that focuses on the natural health and wellness community.

Healthy Being seeks to connect the end users (consumers) of natural health and wellness services and products with a variety of business and services resources and promotes the natural health community with ease. Our motto is "simplifying wellness, naturally" and the Healthy Being Network is the premier online community tool that will allow users to search and connect with the practitioner, retailer or therapist of their choice.

If you are a natural health practitioner, Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist, Natural Health Store or retailer or provide any natural or alternative therapies we urge you to contact us and we will include your name, contact information and a link to your website on our database.

The cost of inclusion in the Healthy Being Network is only $5 a year and is free to use by the public. We also offer advertising opportunities for you to highlight your practice each month.

We look forward to launching this network on August 1, 2008.

For more details: please contact Melissa Gallagher @ 727-954-8968.
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Natural Heart Disease Treatment and Prevention Using Coenzyme Q10

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 13:52:00 +0000

While I was living in Japan, I learned of an amazing medical breakthrough that could radically impact the cardiovascular system. In the 1960s the Japanese used a related compound called Coenzyme Q7 in corgestive heart failure. The next decade theJapanese began producing pure CoQ10 in large quantities to be used to fight heart disease and congestive heart failure.

Coenzyme Q10, often called ubiquinone, is essentially a vitamin-like substance that can be found in almost every cell in the body. It is very often to get this amount through a daily dietary intake and it is suggested that individuals with periodontal disease, high blood pressure, heart disease and impaired immunity can benefit from the antioxidant activities of CoQ10.

Because of it 's strong interaction with free radicals, CoQ10 is known for its anti-aging benefits. It slows and can often reverse cellular aging by reducing free radical damage and protecting DNA, cellular membranes and various enzyme systems in the body.

What is really great about CoQ10 and the reason why I started to use it; it is considered bioenergetic. It greatly enhances the energy in the mitochondria ( the energy generator of our cells) and speeds up metabolic energy.

Taking CoQ10 has been proven to reverse heart disease, lower cholesterol and increase the energy levels of various individuals.

Suggested CoQ10 dosage:

30-100 mg daily: preventative in cardiovascular or periodontal disease and for patients taking Hmg-CoA reductase inhibitors

90-180 mg daily: treatment of angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, high blood pressure and moderate gingival disease.

180-360mg: for congestive heart failure and dilated cardiomyoptahy.

**For a severly impaired immune system, as in cancer, even higher doses of CoQ10 may be required.

Order your CoQ10 today.

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Colloidal Silver & Apple Cider Vinegar: Natural Remedy to Get Rid of Molluscum Contagiosum

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:37:00 +0000

As usual, I overheard a crazy statistic today that more young children are infected with molluscum contagiosum. The group of 17 teens who decided they all wanted to become pregnant brought up the alarming news statistic about the newest sexually transmitted disease. From athletes to teenagers -- this is a very serious viral skin condition that is often challenging to get rid of quickly. Luckily there is a quick and painless cure for molluscum contagiosum.

You can use apple cider vinegar. You can soak a cotton balll and put a bandaid over it. Leave it overnight. It will scab over. But eventually all will go away.

The other powerful cure is to use Colloidal Siver. You take it internally, (the normal dosage of colloidal silver is 2 tsps/day up to 10 days).

Also, take a bath in it with a few tablespoons of Colloidal Silver and apple cider vinegar -- a double wammy for the molluscum. After the bath, wet a cotton ball with the Colloidal Silver and rub over the Molluscum. It will not burn to keep those important areas safe!! Cured in 9 days!

To make sure it doesn't return, utilize immune enhancing and boosting products like cell forte, thuja and esberitox to aid in the success of the topical applications of colloidal silver and/or apple cider vinegar.

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Visit our On-Line Store to purchase a variety of supplements, vitamins and homeopathic medicine at Healthy Being Products Store .

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Green Tea and Skin Care- Anti Aging Benefits

noreply@blogger.com (Healthy Being Products - Natural Online Drugstore) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 19:31:00 +0000

Every day I drink green tea and enjoy the benefits of this amazing anti oxidant rich drink. I recently came across a great article written by Nick Mutt. Nick highlights the external benefits of green tea -- especially on our skin.

Green tea is growing popularity day by day and people now prefer to take green tea as compared to old traditional tea or coffee. It has now become the first choice of the youngster because of its ability to fight number of health problems including strokes, cancer etc. Green tea is famous for being a strong antioxidant that exonerates toxic substances from the body.

Green tea is a valuable natural cure for damaged and aging skin. It has also brought to light the fact that when applied correctly on the skin, that it can boost the skin in many ways and the way it looks. It will provide smooth supple glowing skin that will look and feel younger and fresh. That is why Green Tea is now useful to so many people, in many of the products for skin care that are bringing in billions of dollars on the market.

Anti-aging products are very famous today. Green tea can definitely fill those demands. It is natural, herbal and 100% free from side effects. Anti-aging is the reward to using green tea that anyone could get from it. If applied regularly on the body for cleaning the skin, green tea can give the skin a look of energetic.

Green tea is a powerful antioxidant. It cures skin naturally from any free radicals that can cause harm to the skin. Green tea is a natural cure for damage and aging skins, caused by the ultraviolet rays. Some cleansing face toners, mask, beauty oils are using green tea which will give the natural balance to the skin. Regular uses of this toner will result in smooth and healthy skin. You will feel fresher than before.

Green tea will not effect quickly, but after regular use of it you will feel healthy, fresh and younger skin. Green tea is the best natural cure for damaged and aging skin.