MAY 17, 2022 HIGH DEMANDFOR HONEY
For all its sweetness honey is in high demand. It is nature’s most hard working creation by the most sacred creatures— honeybees. It is loaded with nutrition, anti oxidant and is an excellent humectant. This means it has the ability to draw and seal in moisture. Therefore it can be used very effectively for wound healing. There are excellent studies on its benefit to heal wounds and burns.
I know some patients that use honey as a moisturizer
In 2021 The french cosmetic company Guerlain started a Bee Lab It was designed to start researching the benefits and biological properties of honey. I wish more companies would be so dedicated. From Guerlain they have developed and now sell Royal Advanced Youth Oil derived from black honey and royal jelly. This will have incredible results. All the components of a beehive can be used medicinally- propolis, bee venom, honey , bee pollen and of course honey.
I am dedicated to saving bees. For this reason, I am a beekeeper. I am also the Vice President of the American Apitherapy Society. ( apitherapy.org) I urge you to send a donation to this worthy organization which educational for the public and health care professionals to learn about bees and the components of a hive.
Until tomorrow…
MAY 16, 2022 GREEN TEA
Green tea ( Camilla sinensis) is one of the most popular drinks in the world. It even exceeds coffee. . It has a ton of health benefits that include reducing inflammation, improving brain function. Plus, it tastes great hot or cold. Researchers have found that the benefits of green tea are due to its high level of antioxidants, which fight off harmful toxins and free radicals in the body.
It is the most researched herbal medicine. Years ago with Robert Pastore I wrote and published an article on the benefits of green tea. Green tea is low in calories and contains antioxidants that help boost metabolism, this it can be used for promoting weight loss.
The researchers believe that the polyphenols in green tea may help to reduce the absorption of sugar from the intestine. The main polyphenol is EGCG. EGCG has shown to inhibit growth of cancer cells.
It is great to promote mental alertness and to help cognitive symptoms as we age. I even use green tea to help arthritis. In a recent study, participants who drank green tea daily reported reduced pain and stiffness, as well as improved physical function.
There are even studies to suggest green tea protects the heart. I cannot find any reasons why you shouldn’t drink green tea. Unfortunately one cup doe snot suffice. You have to drink more than 5 cups of green tea hot or cold. I prefer to suggest green tea with a high percentage of EGCG to be of benefit.
Have a cup of green tea today…
MAY 12, 2022 HOBBIES FOR DOCTORS
I have always stated that a hobby can improve your health and boost your self-esteem I recently read an article about the 10 best hobbies for doctors. One of the first hobbies were Gourmet cooking. In a 2014 survey by American Medical Association (AMA) Insurance, almost half of physicians (46%) cited gourmet cooking as an outside-work activity they enjoyed.
The second hobby was not surprising to me. It was knitting. Australian surgeon Rhea Liang crocheted her way through a 2019 medical conference, explaining on Twitter that she could concentrate on the presentations better while her hands were occupied. I have always done needlepoint during medical conferences. If I do knit at conferences, I do it with a circular needles. Needlework crafts like crocheting and knitting have been shown to forestall mild cognitive impairment better than many other activities, including reading and playing music. Knitting also can cut stress, improve mood, enhance creativity, and help prevent arthritis and tendonitis. So I picked a good hobby
Other hobbies discussed were playing an instrument, writing, reading , stand up comedy, riding the waves and making art. I do a lot of reading * outsider the medical field) and making art.
All individuals to have a hobby. I feel it is an essential part of living.
Until tomorrow…
MAY 11, 2022 CASTOR OIL PACKS
I first hgeard of castor oil packs through the writing of Edgar Cayce. Castor oil is extracted from the seeds of the tropical plant ( Ricinus communis)
Ingestion of castor oil has been traditionally used traditionally as a strong cathartic. It is a very strong . I prefer to apply externally to the body. Castor oil has strong healing properties.
Castor oil when heated as benefits affected underlying muscles and movement of lymphatic flow. Castor oil increases elimination, improves circulation, and stimulates the activity of lymphatic fluid.
I have used castor oil packs for
1., constipation
2. pelvic congestion
3.lymphatic congestion
4. fibromyalgia
5. joint stiffness, muscle tension
and much more
Until tomorrow…
MAY 9, 2022 ALLIUM OR NOT
If you’re trying to eat healthier, you may be wondering if garlic is a good choice for you. Turns out, this humble herb has some amazing health benefits. So is allium good or is it NOT GOOD.
Garlic ( Allium sativum) is part of the Lily Family and is one herb that I check off a definite YES
All plants contain bioactive substances. Garlic is no exception. Garlic is particularly rich in bioactive compounds, such as allicin and gamma-glutamylcysteine. These powerful phytochemicals taken regularly have been shown to reduce the risk of chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease, as well as promote overall wellbeing and vitality. So what is it about allium that makes it so good. Allicin has been shown to have antimicrobial, antiviral, and antifungal properties. In addition, Allicin can also help to reduce cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. Garlic contains a variety of antioxidants and antimicrobial compounds that help to boost the body’s immune system and fight off infection. It is great during the cold and flu season. It has been especially helpful during the COVID pandemic
The allicin in garlic has also been shown to block certain enzymes that contribute to hypertension, while studies have found that taking garlic supplements can lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure by up to 10 points.
I was never a lover of garlic as a child or teenager. It was probably the smell. One good benefit of garlic is hair growth . Garlic is rich in sulphur, which is an important mineral for hair growth
Lastly, some preliminary research suggests that garlic may be effective at lowering blood sugar levels. If you lower blood sugar you will reduce the risk of diabetes and obesity which are both linked to heart disease.
So add garlic to your daily intake of supplements. If not in supplement form learn to cook with garlic
Until tomorrow…
MAY 10, 2022 JUNIPER
Juniper ( Juniperus communis ) is a great herb with many health benefits. The parts of the herb that are used are the berries The berries are gathered in the Fall. The berries turn purple-blue when ripe.
The major constituents are volatile oils, vitamin C, flavonoids and tannins The medicinal actions are analgesic, antibacterial, and anti inflammatory. The other actions are anti rheumatism, antiseptic and urinary antiseptic.
You can use juniper in a variety of ways. Can be used as an infused oil, liniment, tincture, massage oil and even food as honey
Juniper berries are strongly antiseptic for the urinary tract infections, urethritis, and even prostatitis. The berries are cleansing and can even enhance the removal of kidney stones. It also helps decrease build up of uric acid and general toxins in the kidneys.
I use juniper in the following ways
As a tea : For gas and bloating and to strengthen digestion
As a tea for cold and flu : I mix with rose hips and lemon balm
For cellulitis and acne: Use as a topical application
For dandruff: prepare as a decoction of the berries for the scalp
Until tomorrow…