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[21 Jul 2010 | 2 Comments ]

Soothes the thyroid gland & promotes health

ThyroSoothe is a natural, safe, effective herbal remedy containing herbs known for their ability to soothe and normalize the overactive thyroid and related symptoms, naturally decrease levels of T4 and TSH and inhibit the binding of antibodies to the thyroid. Use ThyroSoothe to calm, soothe and normalize overactive thyroids; to reduce the symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism and Graves Disease; to prevent overproduction of T4 and TSH hormones; to block the attachment of antibodies to the thyroid cells. Formulated by a clinical psychologist, ThyroSoothe is …

Herbs For Health, Health and Vitality »

[10 Jul 2010 | No Comment ]

One of the main functions of the endocrine system (a collective name for the organs of the body that secrete substances like hormones into blood or lymph) in our body is to regulate metabolism. Metabolism is a series of complicated continuous processes that include converting food, water and oxygen into tissue, energy, and waste products. The thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, parathyroid, pancreas, ovaries, and testes are the chief endocrine glands.

Although small in size, the thyroid has a significant role in the performance of the endocrine system. It produces hormones like thyroxin …

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[7 Apr 2010 | No Comment ]

Caution for using ANY and ALL essential oils: If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, ALWAYS consult your physician before using essential oils.

Below you can find our Single Essential Oil Profiles which list the actions, benefits, indications, cautions and companion oils:

Angelica (Angelica Archangelica)
Action: Anticoagulant, sedating to the nervous system, reduces inflammation of intestinal wall. Emotionally it is calming, assisting in the release of pent-up negative feelings.
Indications: Bruises, colic, coughs, respiratory infections, indigestion, menopause, premenstrual tension, loss of appetite, rheumatic conditions.
Companion Oils: Patchouli, Vetiver, Clary Sage, most citrus …

Health and Vitality »

[30 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

When the thyroid gland becomes more active than it should then it is referred to as hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid. The thyroid is a tiny gland that is in the neck below the Adam’s apple.

Many of our body functions are encouraged by the thyroid gland including: physical growth, body temperature, puberty, fertility, metabolism and efficient functioning of the organs. The thyroid manufactures two important chemicals that are responsible for all these functions called T3 and T4.

The thyroid gland works together with the pituitary gland. When the levels of T3 and …

Heart, Blood, Circulatory »

[29 Mar 2010 | No Comment ]

High blood pressure, or hypertension, means that the pressure in the arterial system is higher than it should be. The arteries are the vessels that carry blood from the heart to all the tissues and organs in the body. Blood that flows through the arterial system has already been to the lungs and picked up oxygen which must be delivered to the tissues. High blood pressure is not necessarily related to emotional tension, although stress can temporarily increase your blood pressure.

Your blood pressure consists of two separate numbers. …

Health and Vitality »

[8 Jan 2010 | No Comment ]

Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine. The causes of hyperthyroidism vary and treatment of this disease will depend upon the cause.

Hyperthyroidism can cause a number of serious symptoms. It can cause your heart to beat too fast, and it can cause arrhythmias.

Hyperthyroidism can also cause weight loss and difficulty sleeping. However, the most serious symptom of hyperthyroidism is something called a thyrotoxic crisis. This can lead to a very rapid pulse, increased fever and delirium.

If you suffer from hyperthyroidism then …

Health and Vitality »

[4 Jan 2010 | One Comment ]

The large gland that lies in the neck region serves some very important duties in the regulation of your bodily functions. It helps to regulate metabolism, as well as other important duties.

One of the symptoms of a thyroid disturbance is either a decreased metabolism in hypothyroidism, or an increased metabolism in hyperthyroidism.

An overactive thyroid gland will enable you to have a great deal of energy, whereas an underactive thyroid gland will make you feel sluggish, fatigued, and experience weight gain.

In addition to weight gain, a person that is hypothyroid …

Joints, Bones & Muscles »

[17 Jul 2009 | One Comment ]

Osteoporosis causes back pain, since it affects the joints, lumbar, thoracic, and so on. The common symptoms of Osteoporosis are weakness, joint pain, back pain, height loss, unsteady gait, Kyphosis, or Dowagers hump, and so on.

Osteoporosis affects the metabolic bones, which leads to dysfunction and results in bone mass reduction and increases in porosity. While the thoracic involves the chest, if you read more about edema and related illnesses you can learn how it causes back pain.

What causes Osteoporosis varies. Osteoporosis may emerge from drops in estrogen levels. Estrogen is …

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