Natural Remedies

Natural Remedies
Weight Loss
Thyroid
Jet Lag
Heart Health
Asthma
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Natural Remedies
Weight Loss
Thyroid
Jet Lag
Heart Health
Asthma
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Natural Remedies for Weight Loss
IF YOU ARE DOING YOGA, you are much less likely to suffer from excess
weight. Yoga is not only functioning as an exercise it rejuvenates the
system and brings so much sense into you that you will not overeat. Once
a certain level of awareness arises in your body, your body will just ask for
what is needed for it; it will not ask anything more. This is not because you
are controlling or regulating your life in any way, or because somebody is
telling you to go on a diet.
The big difference is that with a diet, you are always trying to control
yourself. With yogic practices, you do not have to control yourself. You just
do the practices. This just takes care of the system in such a way that it
will not allow you to eat more than needed.
How does it work?
When you start kriyas (a
kriya is an inner energy
processes in yogic science
that involves the breath),
certain people start losing
weight, but people who need
to gain weight will put on
weight. If your digestion was
bad and your ability to
convert the food that you eat
into flesh was not
good, when you start practicing kriyas, the digestive fires get activated and
because of the improvement in digestion, the conversion of food to flesh
will be more efficient, and you will naturally come to a healthy weight.
If your digestive fires were already okay and you start doing kriyas, once
again the conversion rate will improve. But instead of turning the food into
flesh, it will turn food into a subtler dimension of energy.
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The big diference is that with a
diet, you are always trying to
control yourself. With yogic
practices, you do not have to
control yourself.
-Sadhguru
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Natural Remedies for Weight Loss
IF YOU ARE DOING YOGA, you are much less likely to suffer from excess
weight. Yoga is not only functioning as an exercise it rejuvenates the
system and brings so much sense into you that you will not overeat. Once
a certain level of awareness arises in your body, your body will just ask for
what is needed for it; it will not ask anything more. This is not because you
are controlling or regulating your life in any way, or because somebody is
telling you to go on a diet.
The big difference is that with a diet, you are always trying to control
yourself. With yogic practices, you do not have to control yourself. You just
do the practices. This just takes care of the system in such a way that it
will not allow you to eat more than needed.
How does it work?
When you start kriyas (a
kriya is an inner energy
processes in yogic science
that involves the breath),
certain people start losing
weight, but people who need
to gain weight will put on
weight. If your digestion was
bad and your ability to
convert the food that you eat
into flesh was not
good, when you start practicing kriyas, the digestive fires get activated and
because of the improvement in digestion, the conversion of food to flesh
will be more efficient, and you will naturally come to a healthy weight.
If your digestive fires were already okay and you start doing kriyas, once
again the conversion rate will improve. But instead of turning the food into
flesh, it will turn food into a subtler dimension of energy.
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The big diference is that with a
diet, you are always trying to
control yourself. With yogic
practices, you do not have to
control yourself.
-Sadhguru
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Natural Remedies
for Weight Loss
Drink warm water
Mix 1 tsp lemon juice and
1 TBS honey with warm water
Drink twice daily
Avoid fruit, bread, white rice, and
non-vegetarian food.
Sadhguru explains:
We do not teach yoga just to reduce
weight. Yoga is not something that
you do to slim down, or for your
backache or your headache. Those
things will anyway happen
becoming healthy, becoming creative,
more motivated, more productive
these are the side effects of yoga, not
the focus of yoga. The focus of yoga
is to set another dimension alive
within you, which is beyond the
physical. Only when that is alive,
slowly everything opens up; the
existence opens up to you in a million
different ways. Things that you never
thought existed become a living
reality for you, simply because a
dimension beyond the physical has
become alive.
Now however much you eat, you will
find you are losing weight. If you are
practicing the kriyas, you may even
find that if you eat a larger quantum
of food, you still do not put on weight,
you even lose weight. Or, it may be
the other way around: your food
quantum comes down dramatically,
but still you do not lose weight. This is
simply because the conversion ratio
is being altered.
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Natural Remedies
for Weight Loss
Drink warm water
Mix 1 tsp lemon juice and
1 TBS honey with warm water
Drink twice daily
Avoid fruit, bread, white rice, and
non-vegetarian food.
Sadhguru explains:
We do not teach yoga just to reduce
weight. Yoga is not something that
you do to slim down, or for your
backache or your headache. Those
things will anyway happen
becoming healthy, becoming creative,
more motivated, more productive
these are the side effects of yoga, not
the focus of yoga. The focus of yoga
is to set another dimension alive
within you, which is beyond the
physical. Only when that is alive,
slowly everything opens up; the
existence opens up to you in a million
different ways. Things that you never
thought existed become a living
reality for you, simply because a
dimension beyond the physical has
become alive.
Now however much you eat, you will
find you are losing weight. If you are
practicing the kriyas, you may even
find that if you eat a larger quantum
of food, you still do not put on weight,
you even lose weight. Or, it may be
the other way around: your food
quantum comes down dramatically,
but still you do not lose weight. This is
simply because the conversion ratio
is being altered.
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Natural Remedies
for Thyroid Disorder
DO YOU REGULARLY EXPERIENCE FATIGUE, muscle aches and a
general feeling of malaise? Though these symptoms can prove too
general or too difficult for Western doctors to diagnose, theyre all
hallmark features of hypothyroidism a disease that results from an
underactive thyroid gland.
The thyroid a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck plays an
important role in the bodys endocrine system, assisting in both the
management of metabolism and the production of energy. Though the
gland may be small, its proper functioning is crucial to your overall health
and well-being!
In many instances though, this
important series of regulatory
processes goes haywire, resulting
in an estimated 15 million
Americans suffering from
undiagnosed hypothyroidism. In
addition to the symptoms
mentioned above, sufferers of this
disease may experience: -->
Sleeplessness
Headaches
Sensitivity to cold
Dizziness
Chills in the extremities
Tough or dry skin
Weight gain
Any of the following remedies can help the body restore the thyroid to its
proper functioning state. As with all natural remedies, however, be sure
to undertake these recommendations under the supervision of a medical
or holistic doctor, who can ensure that the impact of these lifestyle
changes provides effective management for your thyroid condition.
Pursue a gluten-free diet
The most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimotos thyroiditis
an autoimmune condition in which the body mistakenly attacks the thyroid
tissue as if it were a foreign invader, leading to many of the symptoms
described above.
When you meditate, your
whole system functions
with ease, and you are
restful all the time. There
is no such thing as stress,
and chronic ailments can
be easily relieved. If your
system is properly
balanced and kept in full
vibrance, psychological
and physiological ailments
cannot exist.
-Sadhguru
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Natural Remedies
for Thyroid Disorder
DO YOU REGULARLY EXPERIENCE FATIGUE, muscle aches and a
general feeling of malaise? Though these symptoms can prove too
general or too difficult for Western doctors to diagnose, theyre all
hallmark features of hypothyroidism a disease that results from an
underactive thyroid gland.
The thyroid a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck plays an
important role in the bodys endocrine system, assisting in both the
management of metabolism and the production of energy. Though the
gland may be small, its proper functioning is crucial to your overall health
and well-being!
In many instances though, this
important series of regulatory
processes goes haywire, resulting
in an estimated 15 million
Americans suffering from
undiagnosed hypothyroidism. In
addition to the symptoms
mentioned above, sufferers of this
disease may experience: -->
Sleeplessness
Headaches
Sensitivity to cold
Dizziness
Chills in the extremities
Tough or dry skin
Weight gain
Any of the following remedies can help the body restore the thyroid to its
proper functioning state. As with all natural remedies, however, be sure
to undertake these recommendations under the supervision of a medical
or holistic doctor, who can ensure that the impact of these lifestyle
changes provides effective management for your thyroid condition.
Pursue a gluten-free diet
The most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimotos thyroiditis
an autoimmune condition in which the body mistakenly attacks the thyroid
tissue as if it were a foreign invader, leading to many of the symptoms
described above.
When you meditate, your
whole system functions
with ease, and you are
restful all the time. There
is no such thing as stress,
and chronic ailments can
be easily relieved. If your
system is properly
balanced and kept in full
vibrance, psychological
and physiological ailments
cannot exist.
-Sadhguru
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For best results, seek out any of the
following types of healthy fats:
Coconut oil and other coconut products
Avocados
Nuts and nut butters
Full fat, antibiotic- and hormone-free dairy
Flax Seeds
Lean meats and fsh
Ghee (clarifed butter)
Add a probiotic to your daily routine
Unfortunately, the molecular composition of the gluten protein (found in
wheat, barley and rye products) is nearly identical to the structure of
human thyroid tissue. As a result, an immune system that is already
attacking its own thyroid tissue may be provoked into more severe or
prolonged attacks in the presence of the gluten molecule, making it a
good choice for hypothyroidism sufferers to abstain from this nutrient
entirely.
Seek out healthy fats
Though fats and cholesterols often get a bad rap by the medical
industry, these two important compounds are the building blocks of
hormonal pathways. Given that thyroid conditions
are at a basic level issues that arise within the endocrine (hormonal)
system, supplementing the diet with good sources of healthy fats can
provide the raw materials needed to encourage the body to repair itself.
Add a Probiotic to your daily routine
Interestingly, some scientists estimate that as much as 80% of our
immune systems are controlled from the digestive system making gut
health a top priority for anybody facing hypothyroidism. This is
especially true in the case of Hashimotos thyroiditis and other
autoimmune thyroid conditions, as a healthier balance of digestive flora
may help to quell the bodys unnecessary attack on the thyroid gland.
To improve your digestive health, consider adding a probiotic to your
daily supplement routine. These products are widely available for
purchase, though your doctor or alternative medicine practitioner may be
able to recommend the specific option thats best for your needs.
Avoid goitrogens
Goitrogens are naturally-occurring thyroid-inhibiting compounds that
are found in several species of plants and vegetables. Anyone
experiencing decreased thyroid function would be wise to avoid the
following foods:
Kale Broccoli Cauliflower Rutabagas Radishes
Turnips Cabbage Brussels sprouts
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For best results, seek out any of the
following types of healthy fats:
Coconut oil and other coconut products
Avocados
Nuts and nut butters
Full fat, antibiotic- and hormone-free dairy
Flax Seeds
Lean meats and fsh
Ghee (clarifed butter)
Add a probiotic to your daily routine
Unfortunately, the molecular composition of the gluten protein (found in
wheat, barley and rye products) is nearly identical to the structure of
human thyroid tissue. As a result, an immune system that is already
attacking its own thyroid tissue may be provoked into more severe or
prolonged attacks in the presence of the gluten molecule, making it a
good choice for hypothyroidism sufferers to abstain from this nutrient
entirely.
Seek out healthy fats
Though fats and cholesterols often get a bad rap by the medical
industry, these two important compounds are the building blocks of
hormonal pathways. Given that thyroid conditions
are at a basic level issues that arise within the endocrine (hormonal)
system, supplementing the diet with good sources of healthy fats can
provide the raw materials needed to encourage the body to repair itself.
Add a Probiotic to your daily routine
Interestingly, some scientists estimate that as much as 80% of our
immune systems are controlled from the digestive system making gut
health a top priority for anybody facing hypothyroidism. This is
especially true in the case of Hashimotos thyroiditis and other
autoimmune thyroid conditions, as a healthier balance of digestive flora
may help to quell the bodys unnecessary attack on the thyroid gland.
To improve your digestive health, consider adding a probiotic to your
daily supplement routine. These products are widely available for
purchase, though your doctor or alternative medicine practitioner may be
able to recommend the specific option thats best for your needs.
Avoid goitrogens
Goitrogens are naturally-occurring thyroid-inhibiting compounds that
are found in several species of plants and vegetables. Anyone
experiencing decreased thyroid function would be wise to avoid the
following foods:
Kale Broccoli Cauliflower Rutabagas Radishes
Turnips Cabbage Brussels sprouts
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Address vitamin and nutrient defciencies
In addition, while its important to recognize that vitamin and nutrient
deficiencies dont cause hypothyroidism and other thyroid conditions, the
absence of these important substances throughout the body makes
recovering from these diseases more difficult.
Specifically, a few of the vitamins and nutrients youll want to pay attention
to for optimal health include:
Vitamin D Iron Omega 3 fatty acids Vitamin A Vitamin B12

With the exception of Omega 3 fatty acids, your doctor can test your
current levels of all these vitamins and nutrients, as well as identify
potential supplementation solutions if you arent able to build optimal
levels through diet alone.
Include a simple yogic process into your life
The sustained practice of yoga and
meditation can go a long way towards
helping you cope with a variety of chronic
ailments, including thyroid dysfunction.
Together, these practices create a deep
sense of relaxation in the body and mind,
thereby helping to relieve a number of
different health issues.
For evidence on how beneficial yoga and meditation can be to improving
thyroid conditions, consider the results of a survey conducted last year by
Dr. Raj Maturi that looked at the impact of Isha Yoga a series of yoga
programs conducted by the Isha Foundation on overall health.
Throughout the study, 51% (35) of the surveyed participants reported
improvement in their thyroid conditions.
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Address vitamin and nutrient defciencies
In addition, while its important to recognize that vitamin and nutrient
deficiencies dont cause hypothyroidism and other thyroid conditions, the
absence of these important substances throughout the body makes
recovering from these diseases more difficult.
Specifically, a few of the vitamins and nutrients youll want to pay attention
to for optimal health include:
Vitamin D Iron Omega 3 fatty acids Vitamin A Vitamin B12

With the exception of Omega 3 fatty acids, your doctor can test your
current levels of all these vitamins and nutrients, as well as identify
potential supplementation solutions if you arent able to build optimal
levels through diet alone.
Include a simple yogic process into your life
The sustained practice of yoga and
meditation can go a long way towards
helping you cope with a variety of chronic
ailments, including thyroid dysfunction.
Together, these practices create a deep
sense of relaxation in the body and mind,
thereby helping to relieve a number of
different health issues.
For evidence on how beneficial yoga and meditation can be to improving
thyroid conditions, consider the results of a survey conducted last year by
Dr. Raj Maturi that looked at the impact of Isha Yoga a series of yoga
programs conducted by the Isha Foundation on overall health.
Throughout the study, 51% (35) of the surveyed participants reported
improvement in their thyroid conditions.
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Natural Remedies for Jet Lag
ARE YOU TRAVELING FOR THE HOLIDAYS this year? AAA estimated
that this Thanksgiving, over 43.4 million Americans will travel at least
50 miles from home, while the average holiday traveler will journey
about 600 miles! Whether by plane, bus, boat or car, travel can be
taxing for your body. Long flights can especially disturb sleep patterns
due to rapid changes in time zones, accompanied by feelings of
disorientation, light-headedness, impatience, lack of energy, and
general discomfort. The Society for Endocrinology estimates that up to
60-70% of long-distance travelers experience some form of jet lag.
However, with a few simple steps, you wont be tired throughout your
vacation, or feel like a zombie when you need to go back to work!
1. Expose your spine to sunlight
for 10-15 minutes
2. Soak your hands and feet in
warm water with sea salt
3. Take deep breaths for 5-7 minutes
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Natural Remedies for Jet Lag
ARE YOU TRAVELING FOR THE HOLIDAYS this year? AAA estimated
that this Thanksgiving, over 43.4 million Americans will travel at least
50 miles from home, while the average holiday traveler will journey
about 600 miles! Whether by plane, bus, boat or car, travel can be
taxing for your body. Long flights can especially disturb sleep patterns
due to rapid changes in time zones, accompanied by feelings of
disorientation, light-headedness, impatience, lack of energy, and
general discomfort. The Society for Endocrinology estimates that up to
60-70% of long-distance travelers experience some form of jet lag.
However, with a few simple steps, you wont be tired throughout your
vacation, or feel like a zombie when you need to go back to work!
1. Expose your spine to sunlight
for 10-15 minutes
2. Soak your hands and feet in
warm water with sea salt
3. Take deep breaths for 5-7 minutes
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Natural Remedies for Heart
Because of the dates elongated shape, the name of the fruit and its species
name dactylifera come from the Greek word for finger, dktulos. For
thousands of years, the date has been a staple food in the Indus Valley and
the Middle East, with archaelogical evidence of cultivation from Mesopotamia
to prehistoric Egypt in ancient times as early as 7000 BCE.
More recently, traders began to spread dates around South West Asia,
northern Africa, Spain and Italy. By 1765, dates had been introduced into
Mexico and California by Spaniards around Mission San Ignacio.
Besides regular use in food, dates are also consumed for their numerous
health benefits, including relief from constipation, intestinal disorders, heart
problems, anemia, sexual dysfunction, diarrhea, abdominal cancer, and
many other conditions. Dates are also full of vitamins, minerals and fiber, as
well as calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, copper and
magnesium which are all good for your health. Dates are also great for
gaining healthy weight, muscle development, and recovering from illness or
injury.
Dates for a Stronger Heart
Dates are perfect for keeping your heart strong and
healthy. Because they are a rich source of potassium,
consumption of dates is a delicious way to reduce the
risk of stroke and other heart related diseases. They
can also reduce the levels of LDL or bad cholesterol in
the body, which is a major contributing factor to heart
attacks, heart disease, and stroke.
The high mineral content, especially iron, make dates a perfect dietary
supplement for people with anemia to increase energy and strength,
while decreasing feelings of fatigue and sluggishness. Their natural
sugars also make dates a good afternoon snack for anyone needing a
quick burst of energy.
When fasting, many Muslims break their fast by eating dates and water
according to their cultural traditions, which helps avoid overeating by
providing lots of nutrition and pacifying hunger.The American Cancer
Society recommends an intake of 20-35 grams of dietary fiber per day,
which can be supplied through dates.
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Natural Remedies for Heart
Because of the dates elongated shape, the name of the fruit and its species
name dactylifera come from the Greek word for finger, dktulos. For
thousands of years, the date has been a staple food in the Indus Valley and
the Middle East, with archaelogical evidence of cultivation from Mesopotamia
to prehistoric Egypt in ancient times as early as 7000 BCE.
More recently, traders began to spread dates around South West Asia,
northern Africa, Spain and Italy. By 1765, dates had been introduced into
Mexico and California by Spaniards around Mission San Ignacio.
Besides regular use in food, dates are also consumed for their numerous
health benefits, including relief from constipation, intestinal disorders, heart
problems, anemia, sexual dysfunction, diarrhea, abdominal cancer, and
many other conditions. Dates are also full of vitamins, minerals and fiber, as
well as calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, copper and
magnesium which are all good for your health. Dates are also great for
gaining healthy weight, muscle development, and recovering from illness or
injury.
Dates for a Stronger Heart
Dates are perfect for keeping your heart strong and
healthy. Because they are a rich source of potassium,
consumption of dates is a delicious way to reduce the
risk of stroke and other heart related diseases. They
can also reduce the levels of LDL or bad cholesterol in
the body, which is a major contributing factor to heart
attacks, heart disease, and stroke.
The high mineral content, especially iron, make dates a perfect dietary
supplement for people with anemia to increase energy and strength,
while decreasing feelings of fatigue and sluggishness. Their natural
sugars also make dates a good afternoon snack for anyone needing a
quick burst of energy.
When fasting, many Muslims break their fast by eating dates and water
according to their cultural traditions, which helps avoid overeating by
providing lots of nutrition and pacifying hunger.The American Cancer
Society recommends an intake of 20-35 grams of dietary fiber per day,
which can be supplied through dates.
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Natural Remedies
for Asthma & Cough
20 Mustard Seeds
1 Teaspoon of Honey
Grind Both Together
Take once a day
in the mornings
on empty stomach
Prescription: 48 Days
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Natural Remedies
for Asthma & Cough
20 Mustard Seeds
1 Teaspoon of Honey
Grind Both Together
Take once a day
in the mornings
on empty stomach
Prescription: 48 Days
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