Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Saint Bracelets
Saint Bracelets - Faith & Healing in vogue
by Michael Guadagno
Nowadays spiritual jewelry is worn for fashion and style as well as an expression of religious dedication. The fashion styles for jewelry this year continue to be bright flashy pieces and bold statements. An ornate Saint bracelet is the perfectly affordable way to spice up your wrist and create that bold statement at a time when recessionary overtones and social mood shifts are challenging our faith. Numerous Saint bracelets that are in vogue today are made of hematite and are magnetized as well. Hematite is a mineral comprised of iron oxide and when cut and refined, exhibits a metallic black shine. Hematite can be made into fine-looking bracelets and has also been acknowledged for centuries as a physiologic & cerebral healer and curative instrument attributable to it's magnetic properties. Hematite is also relatively inexpensive.
The magnetic properties of hematite have been used to encourage physiologic healing in the way of addressing the following: headaches, body cramps and pains, nervous disorders, anemia, insomnia, poor blood circulation, carpal tunnel syndrome, bone fractures and sports injuries to name a few. Golf players have popularized magnetic hematite bracelets since they are thought to prevent inflammation and provide pain relief as well as create an ionic equilibrium within the arm and wrist.
The cerebral healing applications of magnetic hematite are reported to be: relief of tension, improving overall mental function & focus, improving memory, aiding in meditation and effectuating a calm state of mind. It has also been said to help stimulate astral projection or out of body experiences.
People oftentimes wear and give spiritual jewelry as an expression of their faith. For Catholic adolescents, Confirmation is a time when a young adult makes a full fledged commitment to their faith and often chooses a Saint's name to take as part of their own. As such, religious jewelry bearing pictures of Jesus, the Blessed Virgin, Patron Saints and other Christian Icons is a suitable gift that recognizes spirituality. Adjustable Saint bracelets encompass all of these divine figures together and can remind one to have faith in God and to reflect and pray every day.
Sporting a cutting edge magnetic Saint bracelet may be a non-invasive way to encourage physiologic and psychological health while remaining focused on our faith and spirituality.
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Freelance writer
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Magnetic Bracelet Therapy - Improve Health
Magnetic Bracelet Therapy and how it can help you improve your health
by Cyan
Magnetic Therapy works on the basis that our bodies respond to the curative power of magnets through its electromagnetic field.
To some, the concept that magnets could help relieve pain and discomfort may be a difficult idea to accept. Nevertheless, there are scientific studies to support the the fact that magnets are helpful in the treatment of some medical conditions.
There is some evidence that magnets improve blood flow which helps with the delivery of oxygen and essential nutrients to the body's tissues. People have reported that they have found magnetic therapy has relieved variety of conditions including headaches, arthritis and menstrual cramps. It is not exactly known for sure how magnets work in associating with these conditions, however, it is thought that magnets rebalance the body's energy and thus relieves pain.
Magnetic therapy products are often presented in forms such as magnetic bracelets and jewellery; magnetic straps for ankles, wrists and the back.
The common application of magnetic therapy come in the form of magnetic bracelets. Magnets placed in well designed bracelets provide this therapy while the bracelets itself are fashionable. Many designs are normally available to suit both sexes and are presented in various materials such as stainless steel and titanium, among others.
The history behind magnetic therapy For thousands of years, Egyptians, Arabs, Chinese, Romans, Indians and Greeks have used magnets to heal. Ancient Greece discovered the very first natural magnet in the form of the lodestone. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, noted the magnet's healing powers.
Chinese manuscripts dating back thousands of years have described the eastern belief that the life force termed Qi was generated by the earth's magnetic field. Egyptians, too, described the divine powers of the magnet in their writings and Cleopatra frequently adorned herself with magnetic jewellery to preserve her youth. Today, magnetic therapy is well established in many countries such as the US, Germany, Japan, China and India.
Are there any side effects? Magnetic therapy is very safe. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed that static magnetic fields pose no health risks at all. No complications have ever been reported with its proper use.
Who should not use magnetic bracelets? Magnetic bracelets should not be used if you are wearing a pacemaker, defibrillator, insulin pump or any other electro-medical device. Also please do not wear a magnetic bracelet during pregnancy.
cyan has been in internet networking and article writing for approximately 2 years. My interests are in family, health and money making from home topics.Visit http://magneticbracelettherapy.blogspot.com/ for more information.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Magnetic Therapy-Blood Pressure
Magnetic Therapy Can Effectively Reduce High Blood Pressure: Here Is How
by debbie shimadry
What is blood pressure?
The heart is a small but very powerful pump that beats steadily throughout your life, circulating five litres (more than 10 pints of blood) around the body every minute. The smaller blood vessels through which the blood passes produce a resistance to blood flow. The pumping of the heart against this resistance creates the blood pressure necessary for the circulation of the blood. This circulation is essential for nutrition of the major organs, such as the heart, kidneys, liver and brain, providing the vital oxygen and nutrients necessary for life. So, everyone needs to have a blood pressure to maintain their circulation!
When the heart contracts, the highest pressure it produces is called the systolic pressure; when it relaxes, the lowest pressure is called the diastolic pressure. Both of these pressures are important in determining the risk of heart attack and stroke, so both will be measured by your doctor. A normal blood pressure in a young person might be around 130/80 (often described as 130 over 80) - this is shorthand for a systolic pressure of 130 and a diastolic pressure of 80. We start thinking blood pressure is high when it is above 160/100.
Understanding high blood pressure
Blood pressure is vital to life whilst high blood pressure can be a threat to it. A permanently raised blood pressure leads to an increased tendency to blood vessel damage, and blood clot formation which may result in heart attack, stroke, or kidney failure. High blood pressure affects one in six of us. High blood pressure tends to run in families. Ironically, you may be totally unaware that your blood pressure is high. Apart from rare exceptions, there is no cure for high blood pressure. Taking anti hypertensive drugs lowers blood pressure, but when stopped, the blood pressure rises again.
Magnetic treatment for high blood pressure
Although there is no known cure for the majority of people suffering with high blood pressure, it is possible to treat it very successfully. Mainstream treatments include water tablets(diuretics) and high blood pressure tablets (anti hypertensives: beta blockers, ace inhibitors and calcium channel blockers).
Magnetic therapy can also be used to treat high blood pressure by eliminating excess fluid in the body. When a person is first diagnosed with high blood pressure the first course of treatment a doctor will try is diuretics, the aim of water tablets is to eliminate fluid from the body this is a side effect of high blood pressure ( particularly the extremities: hands, feet and ankles). The excess fluid puts pressure in the heart and this in turn increases blood pressure.
The primary aim of diuretics is to get rid of the extra fluid so that blood pressure is reduced, as the workload of the heart reduces. Magnetic water has a natural detoxification effect on the body, drinking at least 4 glasses a day will eliminate excess fluid (plus toxins stored in the fluid) from the body. This has the same effect a that of diuretics in that as the fluid is "off loaded" the workload of the heart is decreased and blood pressure is reduced.
In addition to drinking magnetised water, blood pressure can also be reduced by wearing a magnetic bracelet or magnetic strap around the wrist. The radial artery is situated in the wrist and is one of the bodies main arteries. When a magnetic field is applied over the radial artery, the magnetism is rapidly absorbed and distributed around the whole body. Blood flow is improved around the whole body and the heart ,the whole circulatory system receives increased oxygen which in turn increases oxygenation of the organs and tissues, as a result of the improved oxygenation the heart does not have to pump so many times a minute to ensure enough oxygen is supplied to the body and this reduces the workload which will automatically reduce blood pressure.
Although these 2 magnetic treatments for high blood pressure are extremely effective and will give results very quickly, it is important to remember that high blood pressure medication should not be stopped suddenly. If you use magnets to treat your high blood pressure ensure that your blood pressure is checked regularly by the GP or practice nurse. When your blood pressure has reduced your doctor will reduce your medication accordingly.
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICATION MUST ALWAYS BE REDUCED BY A DOCTOR.
Debbie Shimadry is as an expert guest on BBC Radios and is also the managing director of leading magnetic therapy company worldofmagnets.co.uk. Interested in natural pain relief visit the magnetic article directory
Magnetic Therapy
Magnetic Therapy Can Improve Poor Circulation to Your Hands and Feet, Here's How
by debbie shimadry
Poor circulation may be an indication of a heart disorder. High blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, varicose veins, Raynaud's Disease, and phlebitis are all connected with the circulatory system and having these conditions can lead to poor circulation within the body. So do not ignore the possible warnings and existence of these conditions specially if you have had them for a long period of time.
The symptoms of poor circulation are:
- Cold hands and feet.
- White fingers.
- Dizziness when standing quickly.
- Numbness
- Varicose veins.
- Migraine headaches.
- Tinnitus and hearing loss.
Causes of poor circulation
The main causes of having a poor circulation could be cholesterol, plaque on artery walls or lack of exercise. It may also be hereditary. Your susceptibility to these types of problems can be caused by an imbalance in your system.
Magnetic therapy can effectively and quickly help resolve the effects of poor circulation. I shall now introduce a few magnetic therapy devices that will help alleviate cold feet and hands.
Magnetic therapy treatment for poor circulation:
Poor circulation predominantly affects the extremities (peripheries) of the body such as the fingers, hands, feet and ankles. Poor circulation can manifest by having cold feet and hands or lack of sensation, plus swollen feet, ankles, hands and fingers. The body's circulation can be improved with therapeutic magnets. The application of magnets to the wrist, fingers and feet will improve the local circulation of these areas. Furthermore, to promote an increase in the body's whole circulatory system, magnetised water should be consumed.
Common magnetic therapy devices for alleviating poor circulation are:
1) Magnopain magnetic shoe insoles to increase the circulation to the feet and lower leg. These are very easy to use as you simply place them in your shoes and wear them all day long. The most beneficial way to use them is to take them from shoe to shoe so your feet have contact with them throughout the day. There should be no need to wear them during the night but some people with 'restless legs' find their symptoms much reduced by placing them in bed socks. Magnetic shoe insoles are extremely strong and can have as many as 50 magnets per insole. This magnetic strength allows the magnetic field to penetrate all the way up the leg and as far as the knee.
2) The use of a high strength (2,000-3,000 Gauss/200-300 milli Tesla) Magnopain magnetic bracelet to combat poor circulation in the hands. You would need to wear a magnetic bracelet on each wrist for maximum benefit. The magnetic field will increase circulation to the wrist, hand and fingers. It is advocated that the bracelet be worn at all times 24 hours a day 7 days a week to obtain the best results. You can also wear magnetic rings on your fingers if you suffer with cold fingers instead of cold hands.
3) If you drink at least 4 glasses of magnetised water a day you should notice an improvement to the circulation though out your whole body. If the magnetic shoe insoles, magnetic rings and/or magnetic bracelets are used in-conjunction with drinking magnetised water the effects will be increased by 10 times. You can magnetised water by placing a Magnopain magnetic water wand in a glass of water for 10 to 15 minutes.
Debbie Shimadry is as an expert guest on magnetic therapy for BBC Radios and is also the managing director of leading magnetic therapy company worldofmagnets.co.uk. If you are interested in natural pain relief visit the health reciprocal link exchange directory.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Arthritis: Treatment and Pain Relief
Arthritis: Treatment and Pain Relief
by Patricia Noble
The two most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease, and rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disease.
Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent, caused by wear and tear on the joints and affecting mostly older people. Osteoarthritis affects the knees, hips, hands, and spine of sufferers, and results from the degeneration of joint cartilage. This form of arthritis can be the result of strains and injuries caused by repetitive movement, and can be suffered by sportsmen and women.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints. Sufferers can be any age. Rheumatoid arthritis can also cause inflammation of the tissue around the joints, and can affect other organs in the body. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease but patients may have long periods of remission without symptoms.
So, how is arthritis diagnosed? Let us concentrate on osteoarthritis.
The diagnosis of arthritis is a complex matter, as so many factors have to be taken into account. The age and sex of the patient, the joints affected, the speed of onset, and whether there are any related symptoms.
X-rays of the affected joints, and blood tests will be necessary to correctly diagnose the type of arthritis, and to accurately determine the extent of any damage to the joints. As with all medical conditions, there are new methods of diagnosis and treatment being made available for arthritis all the time, so patients should be made aware of these by their medical practitioner.
Once a patient has been diagnosed, a treatment decision will be made depending on the precise type of arthritis, and there are many options. Most patients will be offered drug therapy to reduce inflammation and manage pain, and it may take a time to find the correct combination of medication for each individual. A number of patients suffering from arthritis will also benefit from physiotherapy and gentle physical exercise under medical supervision.
Alternative Remedies
Alternative treatment options and dietary supplements have become popular for arthritis and osteoarthritis in particular. The problem is, there are as many alternative treatments around as there are stars in the sky! What works for one person will not necessarily work for another.Do your research to make sure that any supplements or herbal remedies you try will not react with your prescription drugs.
One of the best documented natural remedies for osteoarthritis is a combination of glucosamine, or chondroitin. Glucosamine appears to be effective as pain relief, and also builds cartilage. Chondroitin increases fluid in the cartilage, improving shock-absorbing ability. Fish oils can also help reduce inflammation in the joints.
Extra supplements of the vitamins E and B are good antioxidants for arthritis patients, and both ginger, and cider vinegar have been found to have excellent anti-inflammatory properties.
And then we come to magnetic therapy, which has been around for many years. It is still considered quite controversial, but there are thousands of arthritis patients worldwide who are devoted converts to magnetic therapy. They will be happy to tell you that they are mobile again for the first time in years thanks to their magic bracelet! Magnets are commonly worn as bracelets, and these can be found in many attractive designs.
Unfortunately, nothing will cure arthritis, but with the proper medication and supplements, gentle regular exercise, and weight control, the flexibility of your joints can be improved, and it may be possible to slow down the progress of the disease.
Patricia Noble is a qualified healthcare professional. She also has interests in home business enterprises and advises on public speaking. Please visit http://www.antiageinginformation.com
Friday, August 14, 2009
Does a Magnet control pain in Arthritis?
Does a Magnet control pain in Arthritis?
by Dr Phil Hariram
Today an alloy containing iron, boron and neodymium is very light and practical to use on various parts of the body. This magnet is called the neodymium magnet. Although small, it is very powerful. A neodymium magnet of 8000 gauss weighs 20 gm while a comparable older alnico magnet weighs 90 Kg.
Is there evidence that magnetic bracelets or other magnetic devices reduce pain of arthritis? Unfortunately there are no large controlled trials and no conclusive evidence to suggest that magnets are beneficial. A trial was published in the British Medical Journal in 2004 to determine whether magnetic bracelets will control pain in osteoarthritis of the knee and hip. The conclusion was that pain decreased in the group wearing magnets but the investigators were uncertain if it was a placebo effect.
The reality is that more patients with arthritis are wearing magnetic bracelets and sales of magnetic products are increasing globally. It is uncertain whether this is due to aggressive marketing to a vulnerable group or that patients are actually gaining benefits. Either way using a magnet is safe and harmless. If it is ineffective you can always take the bracelet off. There are some arthritis sufferers who refuse to take their magnets off while there are others who have found no benefit.
According to proponents, magnets work by increasing the oxygen carrying capacity of blood and this produces faster healing of injuries and pain relief. This theory has been used regularly in horse racing where injured horses are fitted with magnets to get them back on the track in a short time.
Conventional medicine dispenses with the idea that magnets can be of any benefit in arthritis. There is, however, anecdotal evidence of amazing improvement from sufferers after wearing a magnet. Of significance, is the improvement in arthritic pets after wearing magnetic collars. Here we can safely rule out the placebo effect.
Dr. Lawson, a GP in UK found that there was improvement in the comfort and quality of his patients' lives after wearing magnetic bracelets but the placebo effect cannot be ruled out. In New York Medical College, Dr. Michael Weintraub tried magnetic insoles and found pain relief in feet of diabetics with peripheral neuropathy. Dr. Lloyd Siberski, a Yale University pain expert said, "Deep down inside I believe magnets work." Carole Barsky in the daily News, June 1999 reported improvement of her severe arthritis of the spine by using magnets.
So is there a role for magnets in the control of pain in arthritis? If conventional medicine was safe and very effective, then this question would be irrelevant. Drugs used to treat arthritis have problems and some have potentially serious side effects.
Magnets are safe. Apart from patients with pacemakers, anyone can use them. If you shop around you will find a manufacturer that gives you a 90 days money back guarantee. You can buy it, try it out and if it is ineffective send it back and recover your money. If it is effective, then you may be able to reduce your analgesics or even discontinue all together. The neodymium magnet retain its magnetic properties for 100 years. Who knows you could have a friend for life.
Dr.Phil Hariram is a retired General Practitioner who has spent 27 years treating arthritis. http://www.arthritissage.com and http://www.arthritissage.com/blog
