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Message from Dr. Jay No sooner do you say the words “I can’t believe it’s July and they’re already starting to advertise for Christmas!” than the days before Christmas close in horrifyingly like a scene from Jaws. The problem is, you haven’t gotten the gifts you ABSOLUTELY MUST get for that special someone who will be deeply hurt if they’re left out. Never fear! The greatest gift of all has already been arranged by the Almighty. Jesus is the ultimate gift and you can give Him simply by extending yourself, in love, to the people around you. God’s love is, by far, the greatest gift of all time. You have the potential to give it freely. Don’t let materialism and commercial pressure rob you of the joy of Christmas. A couple of thousand years ago a child was born that would bring healing and freedom to all mankind. He gave the gift of His life to a world that didn’t even want to receive it. Now we have the opportunity to receive it again, like every other year. This time it can be different if you want. Decide now to give yourself as your ultimate Christmas gift. Sure, a card or a little memento is nice. The most powerful gift you can give is God’s love. Some simple ways to think along these lines:
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Mini Course Spotlight Thyroid 101 The thyroid gland is located in front of the “windpipe” in the neck and uses iodine to produce thyroid hormone. The thyroid is responsible for the overall metabolic rate of the body. Low temperature and generalized sluggishness can be the result of thyroid weakness. Low thyroid function with normal lab tests is one of the most common causes of vague complaints that involve mood, energy and weight. Causes Causes of weak thyroid are:
Symptoms of weak thyroid include:
Low thyroid function can be effectively treated with nutrition, diet modification and stress reduction. Frequently, a low dose of natural thyroid can restore function and be withdrawn when the thyroid gland is restored. It is important that very specific blood testing (TSH, free T3 and free T4) be done to avoid missing the opportunity to benefit from thyroid replacement. (Take your thyroid self-test now!) Depression - Natural alternatives to treating depression In my practice I have had lots of experience taking people off of antidepressants and restoring brain chemistry with foods, nutrients and activity. My first step in evaluation and treatment is developing a foundation that fits each patient precisely. I use the Better Body Brighter Mind™ System (www.betterbodybrightermind.com) to start their program and identify probable physical causes of depression. Lab studies and physical evaluation are the next step. I rely heavily on nutritional support and emotional support to bring about lasting changes. William Duffy wrote the book Sugar Blues to spell out the many ways that blood sugar can affect mood and create depression. Nutritional Support
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Latest news – Spotlight (Go to Dr. Jay's Blog Now) Avian Flu, Vaccines and Breaking News The breaking news on Avian flu is both discouraging and hopeful. The bad news is that the flu has been showing up increasingly in China with the same high mortality rate (>50%) as in VietNam and other countries. The good news comes out of recent trials of H5N1 flu vaccines which show good immune response to the current deadly strain. This helps us to know that there can be preventive measures taken if the H5N1 avian flu ever becomes more widespread. The department of Health and Human Services of the US government has purchased 20 million doses of this vaccine and contracted for more. The other good news is that researchers at Penn State have developed a test that detects all strains of flu virus (including H5N1) within a few hours rather than the previous incubation period of 3-10 days. This shorter time to diagnosis would allow me as a medical professional to take a much more aggressive approach to treatment if H5N1 was found. If we did have an outbreak of avian flu here in the U.S. and vaccine supplies were short we would want to test for the H5N1 strain and proceed with a two-pronged approach. We would want to find out whether or not vaccine could be secured and administer it ASAP and consider using Tamiflu if it was effective against the particular strain. The other prong would be the non-drug approach and could be done along with vaccine and drug or by itself. this would include using proven herbal and nutritional strategies that boost immunity and have specific anti-viral activity:
Amoxil, Stuffy Noses and a Fungus Among Us Our CTO (Chief Technology Officer), also known as the top geek, asked me what I thought about treating head colds, sore throats and coughs with amoxicillin. I think back on my career and remember when an amoxicillin prescription was the ultimate escape route from an exam room. I had the doses and weights memorized so well that I didn't have to calculate at all but could 'eyeball' a little kid and have the exact measurement written and signed before any questions could be asked. It was all I knew at the time (I was not on a drug company's payroll or trying to use up all of our stock on the storeroom). It was just the way we were trained in medical school. So, it moved out into my practice and I continued to use amoxil as a quick fix for anything that looked like it might be an infection. Experience and results have dramatically changed the way I look at prescribing antibiotics of all kinds. It's especially true of amoxil. Amoxil is a 'broad-spectrum' antibiotic. that means it kills all sorts of bugs with all sorts of different activities. It kills bad bacteria in 40% of sinus problems (not so good a choice) and many of the good bacteria that line the digestive tract. That's why it can cause diarrhea in so many people. If the side effects from the drug are strong and the benefits are limited then it just makes sense to rethink some other options. Thankfullly, I have had great mentoring and training since my residency and understand the use of plant-based medicines, homeopathics and special treatments like sinus lavage (washing) with salt solution. View the complete article now... | |
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Healthy Christmas Recipe - Gingerbread Ingredients: (Makes 1 pan) 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup maple syrup 1 large egg 1/2 cup molasses 1/2 cup brown rice flour 1/4 cup garbanzo bean flour 1/2 cup potato starch flour 1/4 cup tapioca flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 3/4 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon cloves 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk, rice or soy 1 teaspoon cider vinegar Preparation: Step One - Preheat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, cream oil and syrup. Add egg, molasses and vanilla. Beat well. Step Two - In a separate bowl, mix dry ingredients. Then add flour mixture alternately with milk to creamed mixture. Step Three - Pour into oiled 8 x 8-inch or 9 x 9-inch baking pan. Bake 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. CLICK HERE to learn more about the Nurture Diet eCook Book offered by Center University | |
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