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Herbal remedy for other symptoms

Blood High Blood Pressure
Cholesterol Kidney
Cleansing Toxic substances from the body Menopause and Hot Flashes
Cod Liver Oil - (DHA and EPA)


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Blood

Function

Blood is essential to the human body; it circulates round the body delivering oxygen, food, hormones, and other essential substances, also extracting carbon dioxide and other waste products.

Characteristic

It consists of a colorless liquid called plasma in which floats red cells, white cells, very small cells and water. The plasma is a vehicle for the transport of the body's important fuels such as glucose and basic fats. Other substances that are carried in the plasma include iron, which is essential for the formation of the oxygen-carrying pigment haemoglobin, and a number of important hormones. Plasma therefore consists of a water solution of minerals, food and small amounts of essential compounds such as hormones, plus one other essential component - protein, that makes up a major part.

Chinese Medical Approach

It emphasizes the importance of "Blood Viscosity" in the human body and is similar to the quality of car engine oil. When the oil quality of a car engine is good, the pistons will perform smoothly without much stress. Similarly, when the "Blood Viscosity" is normal, the heart will not be under stress. However, when the blood viscosity is "thicker" than normal, not only will it carry less oxygen but the heart will have to pump much harder in order to circulate the blood round the whole system, thereby stressing the heart. When the blood viscosity is "thinner" than normal, it carries less oxygen content. Under both conditions, one will tire easily.

Index Conditions of Blood

(A) If thicker blood viscosity
(1)

The blood carries less oxygen contents, resulting in one feeling or getting tired easily.

(2) Vulnerable to become diabetic if one consumes excessive sugary food.
(3)

Vulnerable to developing high blood pressure (hypertension), if one consumes excessive salty food.

(4) Vulnerable to developing various skin diseases.
(5) The blood is dark reddish in color as compared to normal bright red.
(6)

The heart will be stressed because it will have to pump harder to circulate the blood.

NOTE: AVOID RED MEAT UNDER SUCH CIRCUMSTANCE

(B) If thinner blood viscosity
(1) The blood carries less oxygen, resulting in one feeling dizzy.
(2) Symptoms similar to anemia.
(3) The blood is light red in color.
NOTE: EATING RED MEAT IS HELPFUL UNDER SUCH CIRCUMSTANCE

Treatment to improve blood quality
Drinking "Catfish Soup" and having a balanced diet.
Advantages:
(1) The bones marrow will produce "new healthy blood cells".
(2)

The new blood cells will gradually regulate the blood within the system, that is, return the blood viscosity to normal either from thicker or thinner conditions.


Catfish Soup Recipe

Ingredient
(1) Catfish (about 500 to 650 gm.)
(2) Dry black beans (150gm.)
(3) Few slices of fresh ginger (to kill off the fishy smell)
(4) 4.5 litres of water

Cooking Method
(1) Clean the fish with cooking salt and hot water.
(2) Remove the guts.
(3) Dry roast the black beans for 10 minutes over low heat (do not burn the beans).
(4)

Put cleaned fish, roasted beans, sliced ginger and 4.5 litres of water into a big saucepan.

(5)

Boil for two and a half hours (initially high heat for about 30 minutes then followed by medium heat).

(6) Add salt to taste.
(7) Strain contents and drink soup only.
Note: Separating the fish meat from the bones after 30 minutes of boiling will result in a better taste.

Frequency
Once a month for the whole family.


Index
Cholesterol

Drinking Guava Juice on a regular basis, say once a week will help to reduce cholesterol level.




Cleansing Toxic substances from the body

Eating the following will help to eradicate some of the toxic within the body system:

(1) Broccoli
(2) Varieties of Mushrooms (preferably fresh mushroom)
(3) Watercress - either stir fried or in salad form.
(4) "Kam Cham" - Chinese type of fungus, stir fry with vegetables.



Cod Liver Oil

Natural light yellow colored oil extract from cod fishes liver.

Taking cod-liver oil or other sources of omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA on a daily basis will help to maintain healthy cell functions particularly for the heart and brain cells.

Always follow the manufacturer's recommendation and do not take more than the recommended does, as this may lead to a build-up of an excess of vitamin A and vitamin D. If you feel you need to take more EPA and DHA, then look for another product that could provide a higher amount in the recommended dosage.


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Cod liver oil contains the following:-

Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA)

EPA Eicosapentaenoic Acid
DHA Docosahexaenoic Acid


Main Functions
(1)

It is an important component of all cell membranes (the "skin" of cells), hence important in the healthy functioning of all cells in the body, particularly the cells of the heart and the brain.

(2) It is the body's natural anti-inflammatory "drug".
(3) Help to balance the levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood.

Often help to reverse symptoms
(1) High blood triglycerides
(2) High blood pressure
(3) Sticky platelets
(4) Inflammation in tissues e.g. joints, bowel
(5) Depression, schizophrenia, dyslexia. (clinical studies are on-going)

Deficiency causes
(1) Growth retardation
(2) Behavioral changes
(3) Impaired vision and learning

Can be also obtained from
(1) Oily fish such as mackerel, sardines, herring, tuna and salmon..
(2) Omega-3 enriched eggs.


Vitamin A

Main functions
(1) Important for bone growth.
(2) Responsible for night vision
(3) Maintain healthy skin
(4) Maintain immune functions

Deficiency causes
(1)

Cause night blindness due to the effects on the retina and also causes dryness and thickening the surface of the cornea.

(2) Diminishes ability to fight infections.

Can be also obtained from
(1) Eggs
(2) Milk
(3) Liver
(4)

Most of Vitamin A is acquired from "carotene", which is converted to vitamin A in our body and easily obtained from yellow/green fruits and vegetables.



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Vitamin D

Main functions
(1) Maintain a normal blood level of calcium and phosphorus
(2) Regulates Calcium absorption
(3) Promotes bone mineralization.

Deficiency causes
(1)

Insufficient Vitamin D in a child will lead to improper growth, hardening of bones, failure of mineralization within growing cartilage at the ends of bone and the weak new bones are prone to deformity, a condition called rickets.

(2)

In adults, inadequate mineralization causes weak bones and the condition is called osteomalacia.

(3)

Insufficient sunlight will prevent conversion of 7-dehydrocholesterol in the skin to Vitamin D.


Can be also obtained from
(1) Fish
(2) Eggs
(3) Liver
(4) Margarine & Butter
(5) Milk
(6) Our human body's skin exposed to sunlight.



Index


High Blood Pressure

(1) Caused by thicker blood viscosity (click here for more information)
(2) Caused by narrowing of the Arteries

For those suffering from such symptom, a doctor normally prescribes drugs to either slow down the heart-beat or thin the blood but with some side effects as consequences:

(a) Reduction in circulation of blood would cause coldness in limbs.
(b) One would get tiredness easily.
(c) Could be addiction to the drugs for life.


The following natural herb remedies will help to reverse the narrowing of the arteries without side effects.




Cooking Method:

Put 1 litre of water and herbs in a saucepan, boil for 45 minutes on medium heat, remain one bowl to drink.

Frequency: Once every three days for three months, monitor blood pressure on frequent basis to see the result. When blood pressure has dropped to an acceptable level, one could continue to consume the dosage at an interval of say once every two months, merely to maintain a healthy condition.

Things to avoid: One should avoid eating excessive rich foods that are high in protein sugar and cholesterol content. Eating a mixture of fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and white meat will help to create a less stressful situation for the physical system.

NOTE:- Item no. 3 can be obtained from the Chinese supermarket.


Index
Kidney

Drinking cranberry juice periodically will help to cleanse the kidney system. The kidney organs help to filter liquid waste products that are passed in the form of urine down the tubes to the bladder. Drinking plenty of plain water on a regular basis (minimum of 3 litres per day) will also help to maintain a clean healthy system.



Menopause and Hot Flash

Taking natural herbs to regulate the balance of hormones without side effects.

The following natural herbs remedies are suitable for women.


Cooking Method:

Put 1.5 litres of water and herbs in a saucepan, boil for 1.5 to 2 hours on medium heat, until only one bowl remains (250 ml) to drink after dinner.

Note: Remove stone for item number 8.

Frequency:

Once a month for 12 months.



Hot Flashes

Drinking the dosage of herb described below will help to relieve the effect of hot flashes.



Cooking Method:

Put 3 litres of water and herbs in a saucepan, boil for 1.5 hour on medium heat and drink within the day (add bit of sugar for taste).

Frequency:

Once a week for three months, when hot-flashes recur, drink just one dose.


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