The ABC+D Approach to Natural Healing Webinar: Session 10, The Nervous System

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1 ABC+D Approach Lesson Ten: The Nervous System The Control System of the Body 1

2 A Tour of Your Brain Food for Your Thoughts To function properly, the brain needs: Oxygen Water Glucose (blood sugar) Minerals Fatty acids Amino acids Vitamins (especially B s) Cells Need to Communicate They do this by means of chemical messengers 2

3 Our Body s Messenger Chemicals Endocrine Hormones Autocrine Hormones Paracrine Hormones Neurotransmitters are a form of paracrine hormone Neurotransmitters Meet the Messengers 3

stimulation of muscles, glands and the central nervous system Organophosphates insecticides and nerve agents and venom from Black widow spider over stimulate

4 Ace the Test Choline AKA: Acetylcholine Helps with memory and muscle work. Dietary Preferences: Choline, B1 and B5 Acetylcholine First neurotransmitter discovered Synthesized from choline and acetyl-coa Excess causes continuous stimulation of muscles, glands and the central nervous system Organophosphates insecticides and nerve agents and venom from Black widow spider over stimulate acetylcholine Victims die of suffocation as they cannot relax the diaphragm Cholinergic Receptors Receptor sites in CNS for acetylcholine Two types: Nicotinic - muscle tone, blood pressure, heart rate Muscarinic - learning, memory, posture, temperature regulation 4

5 Alzheimer's Disease Caused by the degeneration of neurons that produce acetylcholine High levels of aluminum have been found in the brains of Alzheimer s patients Caused by oxidative damage to the brain Difficult to treat once it has started because a large part of the brain is already destroyed, so prevention is best Substances that Affect Acetylcholine Enhance Lemon Balm Sage Rosemary Peppermint Chinese Club Moss Phosphotidycholine (Lecithin) Inhibit Lobelia Wild Lettuce 5 Keys to Combating Age- Related Cognitive Decline 1. Control oxidative stress (free radical damage) and chronic inflammation 2. Maintain healthy circulation to the brain 3. Keep blood sugar regulated 4. Avoid environmental toxins that damage the brain 5. Feed your brain both physically and mentally 5

too). Dietary Preferences: Tyrosine, B3, B6, C, copper and iron Alert

Nephrine AKA: Norepinephrine Also, promotes energy and alertness.

/ Norepinephrine Both neurotransmitters and hormones Also known as

6 Vigilant F. E. Nefrine AKA: Epinephrine Promotes energy and alertness (fight/flight, too). Dietary Preferences: Tyrosine, B3, B6, C, copper and iron Alert Nore F. E. Nephrine AKA: Norepinephrine Also, promotes energy and alertness. Dietary Preferences: Tyrosine, B3, B6, C, copper and iron Epinephrine / Norepinephrine Both neurotransmitters and hormones Also known as adrenalin and noradrenalin Created in the hypothalamus from dopamine Found in the autonomic nervous system Control alertness & wakefulness Stimulate the heart Increases blood flow to organs 6

Receptors Enhance Tyrosine Caffeine Andrographis Bitter Orange Ritalin Cocaine Inhibit Lobelia Yohimbe Beta blockers

7 Adrenergic Receptors Receptor sites for epinephrine and norepinephrine Alpha - contract blood vessels, decrease digestive activity Beta - contract blood vessels and uterine muscles, stimulate the heart Substances that Affect Adrenergic Receptors Enhance Tyrosine Caffeine Andrographis Bitter Orange Ritalin Cocaine Inhibit Lobelia Yohimbe Beta blockers Sleepy Cerro Tonin AKA: Serotonin Regulates sleep, pain, depression, mood and appetite. Dietary Preferences: Tryptophan, B3 and B6 7

Serotonin Role in regulating of mood Regulates appetite Controls of sleep

is converted to 5-HTP Substances that Enhance Serotonin St.

8 Serotonin Role in regulating of mood Regulates appetite Controls of sleep and arousal Helps control pain Created from the amino acid tryptophan which is converted to 5-HTP Substances that Enhance Serotonin St. John s Wort Chinese Formula for Sagging Chi 5-HTTP Formula Ginkgo Carbohydrate meals Sam-e Mr. Sleek Dopa Meane AKA: Dopamine Regulates sexual arousal and muscle movement. Dietary Preferences: Phenylalanine, Tyrosine, B3, B6, C, copper and iron 8

9 Dopamine Tyrosine, an amino acid, is the precursor molecule Associated with movement, attention, and learning Plays roles in behavior, cognition, motivation, reward, sleep, mood, attention, sexuality and pleasure Parkinson's Disease Caused by the degeneration of neurons which serve to connect the brain's motor system Characterized by tremors, rigidity of the limbs, poor balance, and difficulty in initiating movements Stimulating the production of dopamine alleviates symptoms Schizophrenia Involves hallucinations, delusions, and the disruption of normal, logical thought processes Drugs which block activity of dopaminerelated neurons reduce symptoms Possible cause is overactivity of dopamine neurons 9

Beans and Ox-Eye Beans Iodine Inhibit Anti-schizophrenic Drugs Eating red meat helps stabilize dopamine in O blood

10 Mania Characterized by excessive production of dopamine Results in a person feeling super human and feeling like they can do anything Substances that Affect Dopamine Enhance Phenylalanine Tyrosine Magnesium Vitamin B6 Fava Beans and Ox-Eye Beans Iodine Inhibit Anti-schizophrenic Drugs Eating red meat helps stabilize dopamine in O blood types Clearly Focused Gabby AKA: GABA Promotes concentration and prevents anxiety. Dietary Preferences: Glutamine, B6 10

tics Epilepsy Some research suggests that epilepsy is caused by an abnormality in the biochemistry of

11 Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (GABA) Direct inhibitory affect on brain and nerves Reduces anxiety Promotes sleep Aids muscle relaxation Reduces seizure activity Low levels found in epilepsy, schizophrenia, Parkinson s disease and tics Epilepsy Some research suggests that epilepsy is caused by an abnormality in the biochemistry of GABA-secreting neurons Substances That Enhance GABA GABA Valerian Ashwaganda Passion Flower Kava Kava Lemon Balm Hops 11

Studious Gluet Emic AKA: Glutamic Acid Helps mental

Dietary Preferences: Glutamine, B6 Glutamic Acid

appears to be the principle excitatory neurotransmitter

contains the sodium salt of glutamic acid and can cause

12 Studious Gluet Emic AKA: Glutamic Acid Helps mental activity and learning. Dietary Preferences: Glutamine, B6 Glutamic Acid (Glutamine) Direct excitatory effects nerve cells - appears to be the principle excitatory neurotransmitter Found throughout the brain MSG (Monosodium glutamate) contains the sodium salt of glutamic acid and can cause neurological symptoms Self- Controlled Gly Seen AKA: Glycine Helps control fear and rage. Dietary Preferences: Glycine 12

Glycine Inhibitory neurotransmitter in the spinal cord and

release a chemical that blocks the activity of glycine

synapses causes the muscles to contract continuously Low

Endorphins Elevates mood and eases pain.

13 Glycine Inhibitory neurotransmitter in the spinal cord and lower portions of the brain The bacteria that cause tetanus release a chemical that blocks the activity of glycine synapses The removal of the inhibitory effect of these synapses causes the muscles to contract continuously Low levels associated with epilepsy Happy Endor Fin AKA: Endorphins Elevates mood and eases pain. Other Neurotransmitters Histamine Stinging nettle Nitric Acid L-arginine Substance P Capsacin from capsicum 13

Sympathetic versus Parasympathetic Parasympathetic

Parasympathetic Decreases heart rate Relaxes blood

and elimination Clears away stress hormones and

Constricts blood vessels Tenses muscles Inhibits

14 Sympathetic versus Parasympathetic Parasympathetic = Chill Out Sympathetic = Stress Out Parasympathetic Decreases heart rate Relaxes blood vessels Helps muscles relax Stimulates digestion and elimination Clears away stress hormones and lactic acid Sympathetic Increases heart rate Constricts blood vessels Tenses muscles Inhibits digestion and elimination Increases production of stress hormones and lactic acid 14

15 Rest & Repose Saliva normal Digestive secretions stimulated Mucus production normal Relaxation sphincters Normal peristalsis Normal urine production Normal to low blood pressure Slower heart rate Glucose converted to glycogen (lowered blood sugar) Fight or Flight Saliva reduced, dry mouth Digestive secretions inhibited Mucus production increased Tightening of sphincters Peristalsis inhibited Decreased urine production Increased blood pressure Increased heart rate Glycogen converted to glucose (increased blood sugar) Sympathetic Dominance Hyperactive, restless, nervous, on the go Fidgety, high strung, jittery, agitated, overexcited Anxiety, irritability Insomnia with difficulty relaxing and getting to sleep 15

16 Sympathetic Dominance Rapid pulse, tendency to heart palpitation Chronic muscle tension Full pulse, wiry or hard Red tongue Enlarged pupils Tension headaches High blood pressure Avoid Sympathetic Stimulants Caffeine (coffee, cola, tea, chocolate) Sugar Alcohol Licorice Yarrow Ham & Sausage Direct Aids for Sympathetic Dominance Single Herbs Hops Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng) Kava Kava Lobelia Passion Flower Skullcap Valerian Supplements GABA Enhancing Blend Essential Oils Lavender Roman Chamomile Ylang Ylang 16

17 Direct Aids for Sympathetic Dominance Formulas Soporific Herbal Blend Chinese Fire Reducing Formula Jeannie Burgess Nervine Formula Anti-Stress Vitamin Supplement Sympathetic Weakness Feeling burned out Fatigue with insomnia Restless sleep ad disturbing dreams Frequent urination at night Mental confusion Difficulty concentrating Reduced libido Sympathetic Weakness Emotional sensitivity, unusual laughter and weeping Short term memory loss Pulse thin and wiry Tongue light red or with red tip Quivering tongue 17

18 Direct Aids for Sympathetic Weakness Single Herbs Licorice Eleuthero root Supplements Balanced B- Complex Amino Acids Formulas Brain Calming Blend Chinese Fire Increasing Formula Algae Blend Parasympathetic Dominance Rapid digestion and metabolism Low blood pressure Small pupils Sensitive to noises and touch Warm with clammy extremities Parasympathetic Dominance Difficulty focusing or concentrating ADHD Agitated by small noises Dislike gentle touch, prefers firm touch Likes to take risks, live on the edge 18

19 Direct Aids for Parasympathetic Dominance Single Herbs Coffee and other caffeine sources Licorice Supplements GABA Enhancing Blend Essential oils Lemon Pine Rosemary Sage Thyme Direct Aids for Parasympathetic Dominance Formulas Herbal Energy Formula Brain Calming Blend Nature`s Chi Suma Adaptagen Combination Algae Blend Parasympathetic Weakness Soft, flabby muscles Rapid but weak pulse Nightmares Delirium Large difference between systolic and diastolic pressure 19

Direct Aids for Parasympathetic Weakness Single Herbs Chamomile Valerian Wood Betony Formulas Chinese Fire Increasing Formula Suma Adaptagen Combination Essential oils Oregano Marjoram Rosemary

20 Direct Aids for Parasympathetic Weakness Single Herbs Chamomile Valerian Wood Betony Formulas Chinese Fire Increasing Formula Suma Adaptagen Combination Essential oils Oregano Marjoram Rosemary Natural Remedies for Pain Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief Formula Herbal Pain Formula Natural Pain Relief Formula with Phenytol Anti-inflammatory Nervine Formula Analgesic Essential Oil Blend Topical Analgesic Essential Oils Natural Remedies for Depression 5-HTP Formula Chinese Formula for Sagging Chi Black Cohosh Sam-e St. John s wort Damiana 20

Natural Remedies for Memory Ginkgo and Gotu Kola with

Calming Blend Oral Chelation Formula Natural Remedies

Calming Blend GABA Enhancing Blend Nature s Chi Tics,

21 Natural Remedies for Memory Ginkgo and Gotu Kola with Bacopa Watkin s Hair, Skin and Nails Formula Brain Calming Blend Oral Chelation Formula Natural Remedies for Attention and Focus Herbal Energy Formula Brain Calming Blend GABA Enhancing Blend Nature s Chi Tics, Tremors, Spasms Black Cohosh Lobelia St. John s wort 21

22 Sleep 5-HTP Formula Soporific Herbal Blend Kava Kava Chinese Fire Increasing Formula Chinese Wood Reducing Formula Nerve Damage Watkin s Hair, Skin and Nails Formula St. John s wort Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids Wood Betony 22

TYPES OF NEUROTRANSMITTERS

TYPES OF NEUROTRANSMITTERS Acetylcholine (ACH) Deals with motor movement and memory. Too much and you will. Too little and you will Lack of ACH has been linked to Alzheimer s disease. Serotonin Involved