Finding the True Harmony within you

Bathing is Great for the Soul and the Skin

Soothing Soaks    Believe it or not, summertime is the best time of year to take a soothing, lukewarm bath.  When we sweat and our skin becomes moist, environmental toxins carried by dust, smog and other pollutants cling to our skin.  To our bath we can add dead sea salt and juniper for the detoxifying effects, lavendar and jasmine for the aroma and antiseptic properties.    Juniper has strong detoxifying properties as it draws out the pollutants and adds antiviral, antiseptic and diuretic benefits.  It reduces cellulite and the aroma is uplifting to our Spirits.     Lavendar is one of the best herbs for our skin, it disinfects our skin and enhances blood circulation.   Dead Sea Salt is wonderful for our skin, unlike sea salt which contains 90% sodium, dead sea salts contain only 10% sodium.  The remainder is minerals like magnesium, potassium, bromine, and calcium.  Click here to get more information on the minerals and benefits of dead sea salt for our skin.   For a little 'soul' detoxification add some candles, a nice bath pillow and drink a relaxing herbal tea.  Water is the ancient symbol for our emotions with its fluid and constant movement.  Think about all of the 'mood' fountains and the homeopathic machines that send out the sounds of water while we sleep or meditate.  There is a good reason for that.   Meditate while you're bathing, put a 'mood' fountain or listen to a relaxation CD with the sound of a trickling stream. Imagine yourself relaxing in a beautiful pond with a little waterfall above your head.  You can imagine flowers or the forest around you.  You'll may be surprised at how well you feel when the bath is over.  Trust me, it's addicting.

What about Bubble Baths? For most women, taking bubble baths can cause urinary tract infections and/or yeast infections.  The reason for this is a chemical compound known as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.  Sodium lauryl sulfate is a surfectant that is used in most cleansers, shampoos and a host of other cleaning products.  It is very irritating to the skin and it thins the skin's 'protection barrier'.  Unfortunately sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate are the agents that bring about the 'bubbles' in the bath so although fun and appealing it is not a good substance to soak in.  Its strong cleansing properties kill off the normal flora our bodies need to prevent infection.  Thus the cause for urinary and yeast infections.

To schedule an appointment with Lorri at True Harmony, call  480-539- 6646.

Do the hCG diet the TRUE HARMONY way!

True Harmony strives to provide their patients and community with everything they may need to reach their health and wellness goals. Therefore, after many queries and requests, True Harmony will be offering the well known physician guided hCG diet program. But we are doing it the True Harmony way, the best way. 

 

Presenting the TRANSFORMATIONAL hCG DIET PROGRAM

By now most of us have heard about the hCG diet, know someone who did the hCG diet, or have at least read about the hCG diet. People are having tremendous results with this diet program and many Dr.'s offices are offering the hCG diet program to their patients.

At True Harmony we are not just offering the "same old" physician guided hCG diet program everybody else is doing, but we are offering the support and services necessary to maintain your weight loss once your goals are met.

 

The TRANSFORMATIONAL hCG DIET PROGRAM includes:

• Initial Dr visit with Dr. Denise Grobe, ND to assess goals and nutritional concerns
• The 6 week hCG diet program -Reset your Metabolism and Lose Weight with this "Diet" that Works for Everyone!
• An "EXIT" visit with Dr. Denise Grobe to re-evaluate goals and nutritional concerns and discuss additional support
• 1 free spa service a month for 3 months
• PLUS 10% off all other spa treatments and classes for those 3 months

What sets us apart from the other hCG programs:

• Support necessary to maintain the results from this clinically proven medical diet program
• Time spent with the Doctor
• hCG Injections, which are proven more effective than the sublingual or topical
• Additional Support, including Massage, Yoga classes and more...

 

Call today to make your Initial appointment with Dr.Grobe. We can answer all questions you have.

What is Hypnosis?

The majority of people fall under the assumption that life has its ups and downs and that there is nothing that can be done about the way one has been taught or trained to think, feel, or react.  The reality, seemingly surreal, is that everyone has the answers within; it all starts with awareness. 

            Hypnotherapy may be one of the oldest mind healing modalities known to date, however in the last few decades it has unfortunately been portrayed mostly as a magicians trick or a jest.  Although some techniques are new, the main purpose of hypnotherapy is to expand the client's own self-awareness.  The client and hypnotherapist work together to overcome the programming of the past (learned behaviors/ reactions/ habits), through a process of simply implanting the new and desired outcomes.  Through suggestions to the subconscious, the client is capable of overcoming obstacles they believed couldn't be changed or affected.  These techniques move the client toward the natural process of being successful, having health and allowing happiness into their lives.  

            Below are the answers to the most commonly asked questions about hypnosis:

 

What is hypnosis?

Whenever you do anything automatic, your conscious mind is diverted from your subconscious

and you are more likely to go into a hypnotic state.  Some automatic activities are more apt than

others to allow or provide daydreaming.  For example, your mind might drift when you are

dining alone, taking a shower, mowing the lawn or jogging.  These activities are stored in the

subconscious.  While you are functioning in this automatic mode, it is quite easy to drift from an

alert state into a different level of consciousness.  Daydreaming is the first of the levels in a

trance state.  Hypnosis is a natural state of mind.  You are not asleep while in hypnosis.  During hypnosis, the body and conscious mind are in a relaxed, natural state, while the subconscious mind remains awake and receptive to suggestion.

Each week we will post different Hypnosis Q's and Misconceptions.  These weekly postings are written by Jezaree McNutt, Licenced Massage Therapist, Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master and Hypnotherapist at The Center for True Harmony.  She can use hypnotheapy to assist people who have weight issues, want to quit smoking, have a fear they want to conquer, want to improve their overall state of health, and more.  To schedule your appointment with Jezaree call 480-539-6646 or email info@trueharmonywellness.com.

How can I best prepare for Labor and Deilvery?

The best way to prepare for labor and delivery is to take a Child Birth Education class, one that not only discusses what to expect during pregnancy and labor & delivery but also what to expect after you get your bundle of joy home.  Most Child Birth Education classes discuss nutrition, discomforts of pregnancy, stages of labor, relaxation techniques, labor positions, role of labor support person, and birth plans.  Be sure to discuss your birth plan with you OB.

Our next Childbirth Education Class at The Center for True Harmony:

Childbirth Education with Belinda, RN, CBE

Class 1 for parents 8-20 weeks pregnant coming August 15 from 3:00pm-5:00pm. Please RSVP.  Class is $15 (cost includes both mom and birth partner)

What will be covered in class 1:

Birthing Options, Childbirth Assistance Options, Discomforts in Pregnancy, Nutrition, Exercise/physical activity, Body Changes, Health Concerns during pregnancy

How Can I Best Prepare for Labor and Deilvery?

The best way to prepare for labor and delivery is to take a Child Birth Education class, one that not only discusses what to expect during pregnancy and labor & delivery but also what to expect after you get your bundle of joy home. Most Child Birth Education classes discuss nutrition, discomforts of pregnancy, stages of labor, relaxation techniques, labor positions, role of labor support person, and birth plans. Be sure to discuss your birth plan with your OB.

Join us one Saturday each month for an affordable Childbirth Education Class with Belinda Hodder, RN.  Please RSVP. This Class is $15. Class is held in the Community Room at the Center for True Harmony Wellness & Medicine™ PC. 2152 S. Vineyard #138, Mesa AZ 85210. Call us to reserve your space: 480-539-6646.

Belinda worked as a Registered Nurse Midwife in the United Kingdom. She is originally from Cardiff, South Wales and relocated to Gilbert AZ in December 2007 with her husband and three young boys.  Before moving to AZ, she was a practicing nurse midwife who attended births in hospitals, birth centers and at homes. She was fully involved in educating parents regarding childbirth, breastfeeding, postpartum care, and facilitating lactation clinics.

 

Will Chlorine Make My Skin Breakout?

Swimming in a chlorinated pool will not make you break out. Chlorine is actually used to kill germs. Chlorine is also found in the drinking water that most of us use to wash our face. If you feel you are
breaking out everytime you swim it may be the sunscreen your using on your face. Make sure to wash your face with a Rhonda Allison cleanser after swimming.  Regular facials will help to cleanse as well as add moisture back in to your skin if you are swimming a lot.

Call (480) 539-6646 today to set up your appointment with Tasia Klein, our Licensed Aesthetician! She has advanced knowledge in treating acne, rosacea, aging and sensitive skin.  Tasia's approach to skin care is very holistic: she believes that eating right, exercising, drinking water, and living a balanced life all complement having beautiful, youthful skin.

Green Tea to Treat Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

Medical Research is finally catching up to what practitioners of Naturopathic and Botanical Medicine has known for decades - Green Tea has extraordinary healing benefits.

 

The most recent research being done is on a product made of extracts of Green Tea, referred to as Polyphenol-E^TM regarding its application to treat Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infections.

 

There is an FDA approved product (Veregen), sourced from green tea, already on the market that is a topical treatment for genital warts caused by the Human Papilloma Virus.

 

The recent study is looking at how taking Polyphenol-E orally can eliminate HPV infections of the cervix. HPV infections are significant in that HPV has been identified as a virus that causes cervical cancer. HPV can cause normal cells on your cervix to turn abnormal. Most of the time, HPV goes away on its own. Discuss ways to prevent or help the HPV to clear with your Naturopathic Physician. When HPV goes away, your cervical cells go back to normal. But if HPV lingers for many years; these abnormal cells can turn into cancer. Therefore it is important to get yearly Pap exams.

 

Polyphenol- E's active ingredients are a defined mixture of Green Tea catechins, including Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), extracted from green tea leaves that acts as an immune system modulator and also inhibits major functions of the virus.

Most research done on Green Tea has used EGCG extract. These studies have shown that Green Tea:

· inhibits the growth of cancer cells

· lowers cholesterol

· increases fat metabolism

· reduces the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

· protects against cardiovascular disease

· prevents abnormal blood clot formation

· stimulates immune function

· has antibacterial action

The properties of green tea that motivated the researchers to study its effect on HPV are green tea's ability to stimulate the immune system and its ability to inhibit cancer cell growth.

 

Currently there are no conventional treatments focusing on the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) directly, treatment occurs once an HPV infection has lead to an abnormal PAP and then the treatments focus on removing the abnormal cells and not on eliminating the Human Papilloma Virus.

 

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Denise Grobe, author of this article, as well as Naturopathic Physician at The Center for True Harmony, call 480-539-6646 or email her at info@trueharmonywellness.com.

 

What Can I Do About Low Back Pain During Pregnancy?

What can I do about low back pain during pregnancy?

Deliver. Women experience back pain during pregnancy due to a developing baby in their pelvis causing extra pressure and stress on bones and muscles. Another reason why low back pain is common in pregnancy is due to a hormone called Relaxin which causes the loosening of ligaments and tendons allowing the pelvis to adjust to the growing baby and allowing the pubic bone and cervix to widen for labor and delivery. There are many things you can do to manage low back pain during pregnancy, for instance: yoga, stretch, swimming, as well as see your chiropractor, acupuncturist or massage therapist.

To reach or book an appointment with Dr.Christine Brass-Jones, OB/GYN, at the Center for True Harmony Wellness and Medicine in Mesa, AZ call (480) 539-6646 or visit our website at: www.trueharmonywellness.com

June 2009 Liver/ Intestinal Cleanse Day 11 (Individual 2)

1st Day off the Cleanse...

I was so glad I did this cleanse!  I definately felt a change in my body.  Like the other person who did this cleanse, I felt a "re-set" if you will.  I do not have near the sugar cravings that I did prior to this cleanse. 

I am still eating similar to the way I did on this cleanse, but adding in some chicken, fish and a luxury meal here and there.

I would definately recommend to do a cleanse for anybody that is feeling "off".  Foggy thinking, sugar cravings, headaches, bloated, etc.  Although, I would also suggest making an appointment with your Physician before starting a cleanse.  For guidance as well as to make sure there are no contraindications (reasons you should not do a cleanse). 

Good Luck!

June Liver & Intestinal Cleanse/Detox 2009 - Day 11 (Individual 1)

Day 11- First day off the cleanse

 

Wow - my famous sugar cravings are gone! I completely feel like my body has reset itself. Now is the time to start new patterns and behaviors with my eating. Now I remember why I like doing the cleanses. I was eating too much sugar during the day. I could feel it.

I am sooooo happy I did this cleanse. This will help me keep my portion sizes smaller - stop any continuous eating for a meal (which is my weakness and remnant bulimic behavior - even if it is a small binge with no purge).

My goals for after this - not such a dependency on sugar and carbs, chocolate and cakes and breads.

Today I ate good I think

I started my day as I do everyday - latte and apple and peanut butter

Lunch I had chicken noodle soup (wolfgang puck organic - Naturopath approvedJ. It has no MSG)

Dinner I had the classic yum yum yummy meal of French bread with virgin olive oil, a glass of wine, avocado in a cucumber/onion salad, and a half piece of grilled chicken breast.

I had a colon hydrotherapy today by Eireen Cullen. She has a closed system. It was a good session. We got lots of stuff out of me, as that was the goalJ The one interesting thing I found was all the heavy metals. I'm going to research this a bit more. Afterwards I probably should have eaten less of a meal, but was so busy during the day didn't get to eat much. The chicken I ate for dinner was a little sensitive in my stomach. I could feel the effort to digest it. I made sure to eat probiotics as always before a big meal (granted this was only a big meal compared to the meals I've been eating.