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Life Giving Water - Dr. Ara Elmajian
Aside from oxygen, water is the most important element of our survival. Water is the medium of our existence - it is life giving.
Our bodies are composed of 75% water. Water is involved in every cellular process that occurs in the body. Our quality of life is very much linked to the quality of the water we drink and bathe in.
Water in its original natural state has the ability to unlock our cell walls in order to transport nutrients into the cell and carry waste products out of the cell. Without proper hydration all systems of the body are affected negatively.
Scientists worldwide have been baffled by water's mysterious properties for eternity. It is unlike any other element. For example it is the only element in nature that expands when it freezes. It is also the only element that can exist in three states - liquid, solid and gas.
It is a recently scientifically accepted fact that water has an energetic quality embedded in its molecular structure. This energy is charged naturally and builds when a stream or river is allowed to follow its own course. We've all experienced the positive energy generated by a moving body of water.
When water is manipulated by dams and forced by pressure through manmade systems of miles of pipes, making unnatural right angled bends and being totally cut off from nature - this is when its energetic quality is greatly reduced. You could say this is tired, worn-out and depleted water.
Mr. Masaru Emoto, a Japanese researcher has published some fascinating information that substantiates the energetic quality concept of water and takes it a few steps further. He has shown that the molecular structure of water is not only influenced by physical forces, but that it is also affected by vibrational energy, thoughts, prayers, words, music and intention.
By studying frozen droplets of water under a dark field microscope he has documented the different crystals of water that are formed when water is exposed to various positive and negative, physical and energetic factors. His book, "The Message from Water" depicts this concept beautifully. There is a copy of the book in the clinic for you to browse through on your next visit.
Therefore not all drinking water is created equally. Depending on the original source of the water and what kind of journey it takes to get to your tap or into that bottle, including all physical and spiritual exposure, the molecular structure of the water is ultimately affected and hence so is the quality.
At the very least, filtering tap water with a simple carbon filter is recommended to remove heavy metals, harmful chemicals and impurities while leaving in some minerals. I would also recommend a simple shower filter to remove chlorine.
To make matters more complicated most people do not drink enough water on a regular basis. Dehydration is a widespread condition in North America and most people in civilized countries are unaware that they are dehydrated. For a large part of the general population, replenishing the body's much needed water supply has been replaced with beverages like sodas, coffee, tea, juices and alcohol - liquids that only further dehydrate the body.
Even slight dehydration can wreak havoc in the body creating conditions of chronic constipation, arthritis, headaches, depression, fatigue, skin conditions, high blood pressure, digestive problems etc.
In support of this theory F. Batmanghelidj, M.D. has written the book, " Your Body's Many Cries For Water".
As the population on earth continues to grow exponentially and our supply of fresh potable water diminishes, widespread shortages of drinkable water especially in Africa, Europe and Asia are predicted in the not so distant future.
On a brighter note it is encouraging to know that there are worldwide organizations that understand water's characteristics in nature. In response to the growing problem of water not being able to support life as it was intended they are developing eco-technology. Using this technology they are researching how to strengthen water's life supporting properties by facilitating an increase in its energetic qualities to mimic what transpires in nature.
Have a great summer and don't forget to hydrate!!
Ara
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Wednesday, June 24th, 2009
#603 - 805 West Broadway
7:00 pm
Recently the clinic has purchased a Ionized Water Device for our staff and our patients that produces ionized alkaline drinking water.
Our staff has been drinking the water for some time now and we would like to offer our patients the opportunity to also try the ionized alkaline water.
Many clinics in the lower mainland offer the water to their patients and many people have noticed improvements in various health conditions. There are water demo's through out the city as well if you can't make it to this one.
If you are interested in doing a trial with the water or just learning about the water machine we would recommend attending a demo as there is a wealth of information on the topic - far too much to impart here.
PLease call the clinic (604) 876-1150 to attend the demonstration on June 24 as seating is limited. Bring along a sample of your tap or filtered water for testing!! |
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Preconception Health Care: Healthy Parents, Healthy Babies, Healthy Planet - Dr Jennie Weisenburger
So, you are planning to become pregnant...an exciting time!!!
Preconception folic acid supplementation and a basic prenatal vitamin is a step in the right direction for preparing for your pregnancy, but there are other important components to preconception health care.
A preconception health care program should be started at a minimum of 4 - 6 months prior to conception. Of course this depends on the health history of the individuals involved. Preconception health is as important for men as it is for women. The following describes the components of a preconception health care approach:
1. Optimize Nutrition: Since nutritional status has implications for gene expression - diet, supplementation and herbal remedies can be used to ensure all nutrients are available for fetal development.
2. Avoidance of toxins: We are exposed to a slew of heavy metals and chemicals on a daily basis. There is no safe level of heavy metals! These can act as endocrine disrupters effecting fertility, but can also have an impact on a woman's ability to carry a pregnancy to term and on fetal health. Remove mercury containing amalgam dental fillings and reduce your heavy metal and environmental toxin body burden; remove toxic chemicals from your home and your workspace; eat whole organic foods; avoid caffeine, nicotine and alcohol, reduce exposure to electromagnetic pollution in your bedroom.
3. Strengthen Immune system: resolve any chronic infections, allergies or other immune system abnormalities.
4. Achieve desired weight: obesity can increase the risk of infertility, miscarriage, birth defects, gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia and premature birth
5. Balance Hormones
6. Cleanse your body - sperm and eggs need a toxin-free environment to generate and mature.
7. Encourage Stress Management
8. Adequate Exercise Regime
By addressing the health of parents to be, we can have a positive impact on declining fertility rates, and reduce the increasing prevalence of chronic illness. Cells are replicating at exponential rates during the embryonic and fetal stages, and this continues throughout early childhood.
This is a stage of great vulnerability and amazing potential, and we are responsible for protecting and nurturing healthy development. The ultimate goal of preconception health care is healthy mom, dad and baby. You do not need to be dealing with fertility problems in order to participate in preconception care, it is appropriate for everyone wanting to conceive.
Preconception health care lays the foundation for healthy conception, pregnancy, breastfeeding and infant nutrition. The future of our families, communities, society and planet greatly depends on the health of mothers, fathers and their children.
Parents, who participate in their health and the future health of their unborn child, will benefit immensely from living more consciously and in alignment with nature.
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Auriculotherapy - Dr. Jeni Lim 
Auricular Medicine or Auriculotherapy, also known as modern ear acupuncture is a comprehensive system of diagnosis and treatment for a vast number of medical conditions.
Although ear acupuncture originated in China, centuries ago, it was in the early 1950's that new insight led to new discoveries and a much more sophisticated system of diagnosing and delivering treatment via the external ear. It was a French physician, Dr. Nogier who realized that there was a correspondence between areas on the auricle or projected part of the external ear and specific body systems. More notably, Dr. Nogier recognized that the external ear represented an inverted fetus whose anatomical points related to specific counterparts of the body.
If there is a disturbance or problem involving a given area of the body, the corresponding ear point will be "reactive" thereby manifesting increased tenderness and electrical conductivity as compared to adjacent areas of the ear.
The nerves in the skin of the ear correspond to specific parts of the brain, which in turn have connection to specific parts of the body. Stimulation of the reactive ear points via acupuncture needles can balance many forms of stress or pain in the body.
Almost all health conditions can be affected to some degree by stimulating ear points. Personally I have found ear acupuncture to be very effective in treating chronic pain and emotional problems.
If you have a health condition not responding to other methods of treatment and want to try a quick and painless approach, book an auriculotherapy appointment with Jeni Lim today.
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New Prescribing Rights for Naturopaths in BC!!!!!
Expanding the Naturopathic Scope of Practice
Health Minister George Abbott announced on April 9, 2009 that Naturopathic Physicians in BC will be able to prescribe certain pharmaceutical medicines. British Columbia has become the first province in Canada to expand the scope of practice of licensed Naturopathic Doctors to include prescriptive rights.
This announcement recognizes the benefits to patients by allowing NDs to practice a greater extent of their education and training while streamlining and improving the delivery of health care and enhancing patient choice in BC.
"Expanding the role of Naturopathic Physicians allows B.C.'s health system to offer more options for patients, "said Minister George Abbott.
We are excited by this recognition from the Ministry of Health as they respond to British Columbians' request for increased choice and better access to health care services.
Though most patients are looking for alternatives to pharmaceutical drugs, this increased scope allows NDs to more completely fullfill their role as primary care physicians. Our hopes are that the barriers to a fully integrative patient centered healthcare will continue to clear.
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Dental News
Our dental clinic is pleased to welcome Dr. Blair Broaderip to the team. Graduating from McGill University in 1976 and having an understanding and much experience in the field of biological dentistry, his skills will contribute greatly to our organization's philosophy and multi-modality approach to healthcare.
Presently he is working in the clinic on Mondays and Wednesdays and will be opening up additional days in the near future.
To book an appointment with Dr. Broaderip please contact our dental office at (604) 876-9228. |
Herb of the Month
You know spring is here when you see the stinging nettles. This is the perfect time to harvest the young tender shoots to make a lovely tea or to add to your favorite recipes. (think spinach!)
When natures cleansing herbs start sprouting it's a good time to start thinking of your spring cleanse. Nettles support the liver and kidney, and when eaten (steamed) promote digestive cleansing as well. They are very rich in fiber, and help to shed off the outer layer of the digestive tract.
Nettles are one of BC's most nutritious food! They contain many minerals including iron. They are alkalizing, anti-inflammatory, blood building and very nourishing.
A less common use, the topical application or purposefully stinging yourself, can help with inflammatory arthritic pains.
Nettles make a wonderful tea to drink during all stages of pregnancy and breastfeeding, because they are so nourishing and promote milk production as well.
Nettles grow all over BC - they love beaches and islands - when you find them pick just the top few inches. They are too old to harvest once they go to seed.
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