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March 28th, 2008 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Emotional & Spiritual Benefits of Yoga
Not only does the practice of yoga have wonderful physical benefits, there are also more subtle benefits regarding the emotional and spiritual dimensions. Yoga-based relaxation techniques and stretching are effective because the mind is focused in a meditative way on the movements, skin / muscle sensations and relaxed breathing. A healthy body contributes to a healthy mind. Furthermore, a relaxed body contributes to relaxing the mind and emotions. This combination results in complete, dynamic health.
Yoga provides powerful skills for stress-management - coping with the stresses or ups and downs of daily life. Accumulated emotional stress can manifest as character armor in the body which may lead to maladaptive psychological tendencies including anxiety, depression and addictions. In Yoga this armor is called “kleshas”. The postures bend, stretch and twist these “kleshas” out of the system, thus releasing emotional blockages.
As the body becomes more flexible so does thinking patterns. As muscles become stronger so does ones inner power, confidence and self-esteem. The progressive relaxation (corpse pose) that concludes most Yoga classes is soothing and calming to the mind. Many people start doing Yoga to release tension from the body and learn to relax. Ultimately, they are surprised as they become more in touch emotionally and spiritually.
The combination of breathing, relaxation and meditation stimulates endorphins, slows down the brain wave activity producing an alpha state and distracts the mind from negative thinking leading to a heightened state of inner peace. Yogic breathing (pranayama) is the main agent for stress-reduction and enhancing spiritual awareness. The Latin word for breath is “spiritus” - respire and aspirate. Many spiritual masters feel that the ultimate is to experience the Spirit or Self. The Self is pure consciousness and a state of transcendent knowledge and bliss. This idea does not have to be understood intellectually.
The simple observation of oneself during yoga can be continued throughout the day. Through this increased awareness one can begin to listen and respond to internal messages. As this awareness grows and enfolds while practicing Yoga, it may begin to permeate other aspects of ones life. One may begin to feel more calm, relaxed, non-judgmental and focused.
Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., who runs the stress-reduction program at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center, believes that our lives are the sum of our present moments but we are too often distracted to be aware of those moments. He adds that breathing consciously is the best way to learn to pay attention and it is the first step in meditation. As one Yoga student eloquently said, “Yoga brings more balance, peace, relaxation, joy, health, and light into my life. Practicing Yoga means nurturing and loving your Self or your inner Spirit!”
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Emotional & Spiritual Benefits of Yoga / Author: Tania Bloch, M.A./C.Y.T.
March 28th, 2008 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Curing Stomach Issues
It’s fair to say that many of us suffer from some type of stomach issue each and everyday. This can be anything from heartburn to something more serious like stomach cancer. For mild cases of stomach problems there are many different types of over-the-counter medications that can be taken to help us overcome the discomforts, however being able to determine what you are suffering from will better help you to diagnose what you need to overcome the discomfort. However if you are dealing with a more severe case such as peptic ulcers or GERD then you may require some type of medical attention.
If you were to guess what form of stomach issue plagues around 20% of our population, what would you say it is? If you said acid reflux then you are absolutely right. What happens is a backflow of food and stomach acid that causes a burning sensation in the esophagus. After time this can actually cause damage to the inner lining of the esophagus. One thing to know is that if you suffer from a mild case, there are over-the-counter medications that can be taken to help you overcome the discomfort.
Being able to narrow down your symptoms to which form of stomach issue maybe causing you your discomfort is only going to help you to receive the treatment you need. Many of the mild cases of stomach problems can easily be treated by some form of over-the-counter medication. However there are times when a doctor’s visit is needed. If at anytime you are dealing with: Weight loss, ongoing vomiting and diarrhea as well as blood in your bowel movements then it’s time to consult a doctor.
As was mentioned before, acid reflux is a stomach problem. There are different types of things that can be done to help you find an acid reflux cure. Some of them can be simple, such as changing your diet and lifestyle, this form is generally for people who suffer from a mild case of acid reflux. If that doesn’t work then there is always drug therapy that can be tried as well. These can include such things as antacids to proton pump inhibitors. If you are still suffering from acid reflux then surgery maybe what you need to overcome the discomfort. There are also alternative methods that can be taken into consideration. These methods can include things such as herbal and home remedies as well.
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Curing Stomach Issues / Author: James Kronefield
March 28th, 2008 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Tips for getting a low rate North Carolina mortgage loan after bankruptcy
A person in bankruptcy usually thinks that it is not possible to get a low rate North Carolina mortgage loan. However on the contrary, with so many options and lenders available today, it is now much easier to get a mortgage loan after bankruptcy, and than most borrowers think.
With the right research and comparisons, it will be able for you to get a North Carolina mortgage loan after bankruptcy, with fair rates and terms. This will in turn lead to a reasonable savings on your monthly expenses as the monthly installments for such a mortgage loan will be comparatively lower.
Work at building your credit score to the North Carolina average
The best thing you have to do to get a reasonable North Carolina mortgage loan after bankruptcy is to apply for one only after two years of bankruptcy. This is because in this time span, you can work at improving your credit score to reach the North Carolina average of 667. And on reaching this credit score, you find it easy to qualify for a cheap North Carolina mortgage loan after bankruptcy.
Another trick at getting a reasonable North Carolina mortgage loan is to understand the mortgage market. The interest rates keep fluctuating with the economy and inflation; and at present, the rates are pretty low.
Be selective when choosing the right lender
In fact, if you have old loans, you could consider using the low rate North Carolina mortgage loan to consolidate your debt and thus have a lower monthly installment to pay. This in turn leads to a savings on your monthly expenditure. So just remember to study the market and be aware of current interest rates before actually applying for a North Carolina mortgage loan.
Remember that just because you had undergone bankruptcy, don’t think that you should agree to the terms and conditions of the first lender you find for your North Carolina mortgage loan. On the contrary, you have to, and can be selective when choosing a lender for your loan.
It would be better to get referrals from reliable sources like business acquaintances and friends and then narrow your search to a few quality lenders of North Carolina mortgage loans like www.vuemortgageloan.com. You then have to get quotes from these options, and make comparisons of all these quotes to find the North Carolina mortgage loan with the lowest interest rates.
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Tips for getting a low rate North Carolina mortgage loan after bankruptcy / Author: F.J.Yanie
March 28th, 2008 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Effective Back Pain Treatment and Tramadol
One of the most debilitating issues is to develop chronic lower back pain. This kind of pain can limit mobility, sitting, driving, walking and even laying down. Nothing seems comfortable and the longer you are forced to stand, sit or drive, the stiffer and more painful your back becomes until you stand up and everyone around you sees at the bent over version of what used to be you.
Images of the old crone come to mind, and you try to stand erect only to yelp in pain. Things are not good, and you need a good pain treatment like Tramadol.
What is Tramadol?
Tramadol is a pain treatment medication for people, like you and I, who suffer chronic lower back pain. Whether your injury is from a lumbar strain or osteoarthritis, if you slump over every time you get out of a car, it is time to talk to your doctor about chronic pain treatments, like Tramadol. This medication is a man-made pain reliever that is not unlike morphine. It binds to the pain receptors in the brain allowing folks like you and me to lead ordinary lives, which means we can sit at a desk, play ball with our children and even ride in a car without undue agony.
What are the Risks and Side Effects?
Like all pain treatments, Tramadol is not without risks and side effects. One of the greatest risks involved with this medication is dependency. Therefore, care must be taken to avoid abuse of this narcotic. Additionally, once a treatment regimen with Tramadol has begun, it is important not to abruptly stop taking the drug. This is because abrupt withdrawal can cause sleeplessness, anxiety, sweating, rigors, pain, and hallucinations.
Further side effects include:
·Nausea
·Constipation
·Dizziness
·Headache
·Vomiting
·Drowsiness
These effects are the ones most commonly reported, but are usually reported as something that comes and goes. In rare cases, a rash, diarrhea, vertigo or vertigo has been reported, so it is good to be aware of any changes after starting a treatment regimen so that you and your doctor can adjust your dosage accordingly.
Back pain treatments, like Tramadol, are not for everyone. However, if you suffer the chronic variety of back pain, and you have reached the point where it has begun to affect your quality of life, then it may well be time to have a discussion with your doctor about pain treatment and Tramadol.
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Author: Billj
March 28th, 2008 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Tramadol in acute postoperative pain
Tramadol was first introduced into the German market by its developer Gr?nenthal GmbH in the mid-1970s and it has proven effective in pain management without the side-effects of depressed heart and breathing action. Further, the fact that Tramadol has no history in substance abuse has meant that it has never been included in the list of controlled drugs. It therefore very quickly became the most popular analgesic of its class in Germany.
Although Tramadol has been used in infarction and other heart emergencies, in accident and trauma centers and for the relief of perinatal pain, most studies have focused on the postoperative context. Clinical experience with Tramadol shows that it provides effective analgesia after both oral and intramuscular/intravenous administration. The evidence shows the effects of Tramadol as favourably comparable to those of Demerol and morphine. This success is, however, limited to the postoperative context and should not be taken to imply that Tramadol can be used in conjunction with a general anaesthesia. Tramadol does not have a sedative.
In one randomised double-blind study, researchers reported that acceptable analgesia was achieved with intravenous Tramadol at a dosage of 50mg, repeated once if required after 30 minutes. It produced an effect similar to that of 5mg morphine and 150mg Clonidine. In a second study, it was shown that the 50mg dose of Tramadol satisfied the patients’ need for an analgesic for the relief of moderate pain. In all cases of more severe pain, a higher dose is indicated.
Most patients take Tramadol without experiencing any significant side-effects. The side-effects most commonly experienced are nausea and vomiting. Unlike morphine and pethidine, there is rarely any effect on breathing at similar dosages, and it is does not generally affect heart function or cause dizziness and drowsiness. Finally, there are fewer problems of abuse and dependence.
Hence, Tramadol has been adopted for the first-line management of postoperative pain instead of morphine. In a straight comparison, Tramadol is reported as more effective than NSAIDs, but the best result are obtained when Tramadol is used in combination with NSAIDs because that allows the Tramadol dose to be reduced and results in a lower incidence of adverse side-effects.
Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) is frequently allowed with Tramadol. The extent to which any patient experiences pain and so requires an analgesic is based on a highly subjective process. The best clinical practice now accepts that the achievement of adequate pain management requires the therapy to be individualised by pacing the titration of the analgesic to actual patient’s needs.
This means that the demand for medication and the dosage delivered are decisive in satisfying the patient’s need for pain control and his or her acceptance of PCA. Patients rarely overmedicate themselves and need rescue, but this can happen when weaker opioids are used. Thus, Tramadol can be recommended as a basic analgesic for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. If Tramadol is not effective or reduces in effectiveness over time, more potent opioids may be used. There have been no research studies into the use of Tramadol after day-case surgery, but anecdotal evidence is that it is frequently administered with good results.
he most important side-effects of Tramadol are nausea and vomiting, which can often be prevented either by slow injection and the administration of an antiemetic.
Author: John Scott
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