Summer Lecture Series by Dr. Victor Carsrud:
Tuesday May 20th: Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue
Tuesday June 24th: Cardiovascular Disease and Cholesterol
Tuesday July 22nd: Diabetes
Tuesday August 19th: Osteoporosis
Don't miss out! Each of these informative lectures will be at the People's
Pharmacy at 3801 South Lamar, starting at 7pm. Learn to control your symptoms,
lower your risk and improve your health naturally.
Please RSVP to 306.0373,
suggested $20 donation.
Can't make it down South? How about the same lecture series up North - just for you.
7pm on Tuesday nights at the People's Pharmacy on 620 and 183:
July 15th - Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue
August 12th - Cardiovascular Disease and Cholesterol
Sept 16th - Diabetes
October 14th - Osteoporosis
Please RSVP to 306.0373, suggested $20 donation.
First Saturday of Every Month 10am to 12pm
"The Good News Health Show" :
– KLGO 98.5 and 99.3 FM: Dr. Amy Neuzil will join Austin's favorite Pharmacist Bill Swail for
healthy talk, news and call-in questions.
First Saturday of Every Month 4pm to 6pm
"Let's Get Healthy" :
Talk Radio 1370 AM: Dr. Victor Carsrud will co-host this live call-in health radio show
with Bill Swail, beloved owner of People's Rx.
Third Saturday of Every Month 10am to 12pm
"The Good News Health Show" :
-KLGO 98.5 and 99.3 FM: Dr. Victor Carsrud willjoin Austin's favorite Pharmacist Bill Swail
for healthy talk, news and call-in questions.
Third Saturday of Every Month 4pm to 6pm
The Good News Health Show" :
Talk Radio 1370 AM: Dr. Amy Neuzil will co-host this live call-in health radio show with
Bill Swail, beloved owner of People's Rx.
Helpful Definitions in Natural Health and Alternative Medicine:
Alternative medicine:
Medical practices and systems that are not within “conventional medicine” which is medicine
as it is typically practiced within the US today. Therapies that are considered
“alternative medicine” in the US may be part of main-stream medical practice in other countries.
Also called natural medicine, complementary medicine or natural healthcare.
Holistic medicine:
Any medical system that addresses the body as a whole, in which all systems depend on the health
of other systems. Holistic medicines work to improve the health of the body as a whole,
instead of working only on one system (such as cardiology, or pulmonology). Naturopathy,
homeopathy, traditional Chinese medicine, ayurveda and chiropractic medicine are all holistic.
Integrative medicine:
The use and combination of both conventional and alternative therapies. Naturopathic medicine
is considered integrative.
Alternative medical systems:
Complete systems of healthcare theory and practice designed to be able to treat all medical
problems that may arise within a population, which have been developed outside of the Western
biomedical approach. Naturopathy, TCM, homeopathy and ayurveda are considered medical systems.
Ayurvedic medicine:
A holistic system of natural healthcare that has been practiced in India for centuries which
uses natural means to balance a person’s constitutional type, or dosha.
Naturopathic medicine:
A system of medicine that uses of therapies that are predominantly natural and non-toxic
including clinical nutrition, homeopathy, botanical medicine, orthomolecular medicine,
hydrotherapy, physical medicine and counseling. Naturopaths function within an integrated
framework and often work in conjunction with their patient’s MDs and specialists (such as
oncologists, cardiologists and endocrinologists).
Chiropractic medicine:
The use of physical manipulations of the body, especially the spine, to ensure that
neuromuscular function is optimal and to boost the overall health of the body by ensuring
good blood flow and nerve conduction to all organs and tissues. Often used for chronic pain,
sinus infections and a variety of other health concerns.
Homeopathy:
A system of holistic medicine based on the principle of “like cures like.” It is the use of
tiny doses of a substance that would cause the symptoms a patient is experiencing in order
to help the patient’s body to understand the symptoms and to heal them from within. This is
used as a main-stream system of medicine throughout India and Europe.
Orthomolecular medicine:
The use of nutritional and food supplements for preventative and therapeutic purposes.
Supplements are usually used in combination and at high doses, for example niacin for cholesterol
and heart health, or selenium to help prevent cancer.
Traditional Chinese Medicine:
A system of holistic medicine developed in Asia and used for centuries which focuses on
bringing the body and the energy flow within the body back into balance. TCM includes
Acupuncture, Chinese herbs and a variety of physical therapies such as Tui-na, Gua-sha,
and cupping in addition to diet and exercise.
Acupuncture:
One component of TCM, acupuncture is the use of extremely thin needles inserted precisely
into particular spots on the body to strengthen or tonify the flow of qi, or the body’s energy
through particular channels, called meridians.
Massage Therapy:
This is a blanket term used to describe dozens of styles of physical medicine in which
the hands are used to manipulate soft-tissues to relax muscles, release scar tissue and areas
of tightness, improve circulation, and improve structural alignment.
Aesthetics:
Skin care specifically for cosmetic purposes to retain or restore a youthful appearance
to the skin. Can be conventional (pharmaceutically based) or natural depending on the choice
of topical applications.
Rolfing:
A form of soft-tissue structural rebalancing and alignment developed by Ida Rolf and used
to make the body more symmetrical and balanced, relieve chronic pain and improve athletic
performance.
Doula:
A type of care that focuses on making pregnant women more comfortable and relaxed before,
during and after the labor and delivery process. This type of practitioner works alongside
midwife or OB-GYNs.
Midwifery:
Natural systems of childbirth that use various methods to make childbirth safer and more
comfortable without using pharmaceutical medications.
Relationship Counseling:
Relationship counseling involves talking with the parties of a relationship separately in an effort
to recognize and to better manage differences, repeating patterns, poor communication and distress.
The relationship involved may be between members of a family, a romantic relationship, employees or
employers in a workplace, or between a professional and a client.
Life Coaching:
Life coaching is a practice with the stated aim of helping clients determine and achieve personal
goals. Life coaches use multiple methods to help clients set and reach goals. Coaching is not
targeted at psychological illness, but rather at performance.
Gay and Lesbian Counseling:
Gay and Lesbian counseling is a system of therapy that focuses on the unique issues experienced by
the gay, lesbian and transgender communities. Often topics such as coming out, relationship roles,
prejudice, identity and general relationship counseling are discussed.
Swedish Massage:
Swedish massage utilizes long, flowing or gliding strokes, of six basic types. Common sensations
are kneading movements with the whole palm or finger tips, wringing, skin rolling, compression
and/or lifting. Oil, cream or lotion is applied on the skin to reduce friction and allow smooth
strokes. Swedish massage is used to promote circulation and relaxation and a sense of calm and
wellbeing.
Deep Tissue Massage:
Deep tissue techniques are generally designed for more focused massage work. Working a specific
joint, muscle or muscle group, the practitioner can access deeper layers of the soft tissue.
Very little lubricant is used for Deep Tissue massage as the pressure doesn't travel much over
the skin. The most commonly used tools during Deep Tissue massage may include reinforced fingers,
knuckles, a flat elbow, opposing thumbs, the heel of the hand or foot and the forearm. Deep Tissue
is similar to Myofascial Release.
Reflexology:
Reflexology, also called Foot Zone Therapy, is traditionally practiced without lotion, as
the pressure points on the feet are stimulated by thumb and finger walking, as well as static
pressure. Reflexologist believe that the ailment of an internal organ will be associated with
the nerve ending on the sole of the foot. Reflexology is based on a perceived energetic flow
of "meridians' in the body, also known as Chi.
Sports Massage:
Sports massage is a form of bodywork geared toward athletes and performed fully clothed. It's
used to help prevent injuries, to prepare the body for athletic events and maintain optimal
athletic condition. Sports massage also help athletes recover form workouts and injuries.
Sports massage has three basic forms: pre-event, post-event and maintenance massage.
N.M.T. or Neuromuscular Therapy:
Neuromuscular Therapy is the utilization of static pressure on specific trigger points to relieve
pain. This technique manipulates the soft tissue of the body to balance the central nervous system.
NMT is used to locate and release spasms, eliminate trigger points that cause referred pain and
rebuild the strength of injured tissues. N.M.T. restores postural alignment, proper biomechanics
and flexibility to tissues.
Shiatsu:
Shiatsu is a form of Japanese massage the uses thumb pressure and works along the same energy
meridians as acupressure and incorporates stretching. While receiving Shiatsu, the client is
fully clothed while lying on mat on the floor.
Myofascial Release:
Myofascial Release refers to the manual massage technique for stretching the fascia and releasing
bonds between fascia, integument and muscles with the goal of eliminating pain and increasing
range of motion. Injuries, stress, trauma, overuse and poor posture can cause restriction to fascia.
Myofascial release techniques are believed to lengthen tight/facilitated muscles.
EXCELON FAVORITES & FACTS
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Did You Know?
The British Medical Journal recently published research showing that women
who use birth control pills for more than 8 years have an increased overall
risk of cancer – especially cervical and central nervous system (brain) cancer.
Ovarian cancer risk is slightly decreased in this population. Short term use
has a protective effect
Loneliness is linked to poor health, and feelings
of social isolation trigger certain inflammatory genes to become more active.
Research indicates that the quality, not the quantity of friendships is
the important factor in boosting health. For the full article, see:
news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/6991584.stm.
Bleach mixed with water loses it's disinfectant
properties within 24 hours. For household disinfecting 3% hydrogen peroxide
or grapefruit seed extract (20 drops per 8oz water) are safer and more reliable.
Austin, Texas averages 33 inches of rain per year,
but as of September 12, 2007 we have had 43.65 inches (at Camp Mabry)
or 42.06 (at ABIA). Will this year be a record breaker?.
Egg Substitute ( = 3 large eggs):
3 Tbsp ground flaxseed.
¾ cup water.
Mix water and flaxseed in small saucepan and bring to a boil.
Remove from heat and beat with a hand mixer until foamy. Refrigerate 1-24hrs.
Flour Mixture:
1 cup "heavy" flour: chickpea, other bean flour, or teff.
1 cup "medium" flour: brown rice, white rice, millet or amaranth.
½ cup "light" flour: tapioca starch or potato starch.
1/8 cup soy flour.
1/8 cup sweet rice flou.r
1 Tbsp xanthan gum.
1 ½ tsp sea salt.
Liquid Mixture:
2 ¼ tsp yeast, proofed in ½ cup warm water and a splash of honey.
¾ - 1 cup warm water
3 large eggs or egg substitute (above.)
3 Tbsp olive oil or other oil.
3 Tbsp agave nectar, honey, sucanat or other sweetener.
Preparation:
Prepare egg substitute in advance.
Prepare flour mixture and set aside.
Proof yeast for 5-10 minutes and add other liquid ingredients to mixing bowl.
Mix liquid ingredients and then add flour mixture.
Mix all ingredients with dough hook for about 10 minutes (also okay to mix by hand).
Oil one large or 2 small bread pans and pour dough into pans (without gluten there is no need to knead)
Cover with a moist towel and allow to rise for about an hour.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Bake bread at 400 for 10 minutes and then decrease temp to 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes.
The bread will look "done" on top and will sound hollow when you tap on it.
Remove to a wire rack and cool before slicing.
Optional additions:
1. cinnamon and raisins.
2. lemon and poppy seeds.
3. sunflower seeds.
4. garlic and/or onion.
NUTRITION FACTS:
This Batch will make 2 small loaves. Assuming that each loaf gives 12 slices, nutrition facts per slice:
