The ABC+D Approach to Natural Healing Webinar: Session 7, The Respiratory System

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1 ABC+D Approach Lesson Eleven: The Glandular System The Control System of the Body Endocrine Glands Types of Hormones Pineal Pituitary Thyroid Thymus Pancreas Adrenals Ovaries/Testes Amine (Amino Acid Based) Pineal Pituitary Thyroid Thymus Pancreas Adrenal medula Steroidal (Cholesterol Based) Adrenal cortex Reproductive Hormonal Receptors Pituitary: The Master Gland 1

2 Melatonin 5-HTP Formula Melatonin Formula Growth Hormone Deer Antler Extract with IGF-1 The Thyroid Larynx (Voice Box) Thyroid Trachea (Throat) Thyroid-Related Hormones TRH (Thyroid Releasing Hormone) TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) T4 (Thyroxin) T3 (Triiodothronine) Thyroid Hormones T4 is the inactive, storage of the hormone T3 is the active form T4 is converted to T3 as needed by the body Liver is the primary site of conversion 2

3 Thyroid Function Increases metabolic rate burning of proteins, fats and carbohydrates Decreases abnormal cholesterol, triglycerides and phospholipids in the body Stimulates carbohydrate storage Other Organs Affected By the Thyroid Sinuses Lungs Kidneys Liver Lymphatic system (including the spleen) Rare chemical element (ranks 62nd in abundance) Found primarily in seawater and foods from the sea Iodine 53 I IODINE 127 Therapeutic Actions of Iodine Antibacterial Anticancerous Antiparasitic Antiviral Mucolytic Agent Nutritive for the Thyroid Iodine Disruptors Halogens (Fluorine/Fluorides, Chlorine/Chlorides, Bromine/Bromides) Mercury Aspirin and other salicyclates Steroids Unfermented Soy Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism may be the most commonly missed diagnosis today 40% of the population may have undiagnosed hypothyroidism 3

4 Diseases That May Involve Thyroid Dysfunction and Iodine Deficiency Allergies Arthritis Cancer Candida Chronic Fatigue Coronary Artery Disease Cystic Breasts Cystic Ovaries Diabetes Endometriosis Gout Hypertension Hypotension Infertility Mental Disorders MS Obesity PMS Psoriasis Thyroid Irritation Goiter with red skin over thyroid area Nervousness, anxiety, flighty Thin, difficulty gaining weight Protruding or bulging eyes Rapid heart rate and/or heart palpitations Graves disease Thyroid Irritation Single Herbs Bugleweed Lemon Balm Motherwort Eleuthero Hops Licorice Root 7-Keto Formulas Chinese Heat Reducing Blend Stan Malstrom s Thyroid Formula Thyroid Depression Low body temperature Cold hands and feet Feeling sluggish and tired Tendency to gain weight easily Dry, dull skin and/or hair loss Tendency to depression or lethargy Loss of libido, especially in women Thyroid Weakness Single Herbs Kelp Dulse Black Walnut Ho Shou Wu Coconut oil Sam-e 4

5 Thyroid Weakness The Pancreas Formulas John Christopher s Thyroid Formula Thyroid Glandular Formula Stan Malstrom s Thyroid Formula Target Mineral Thyroid Formula Pancreatic Hormones Insulin and Glucagon Insulin Removes sugar from the blood and stores it to lower blood sugar levels Glucagon Brings sugar out of storage in the liver to raise blood sugar levels Insulin Helps cells absorb sugar Storage hormone Stimulated by simple carbohydrates Depresses glucagon production Glucagon Releases sugar from the liver Mobilization hormone Stimulated by protein Depresses insulin production The Blood Sugar Roller Coaster Getting Off the Blood Sugar Roller Coaster Improves mood Enhances energy Helps weight loss Reduces risk of heart disease and diabetes 5

6 Hypoglycemia Tips Eat small regular meals with some protein and fat at each meal Eat protein and fat for breakfast Use low glycemic carbohydrates Balance blood sugar with supplements: Licorice Root Algae Blend Paavo Airola s Hypoglycemic Formula Metabolic Syndrome X High levels of insulin in the blood stream, primarily due to consumption of refined carbohydrates Assessing Syndrome X Waist to Hip Ratio Males greater than 1:1 Females greater than 0.8:1 Cholesterol and Triglycerides Triglycerides higher than 200 HDL cholesterol less than 35 Health Problems Associated with Syndrome X Hypertension Hardening of the Arteries Rapid Aging Functional Hypothyroidism (depresses conversion of T3-T4) Hypoglycemia (poor tolerance to stress, depressed immunity, adrenal fatigue) Anxiety (excess sympathetic stimulation) Depression (disrupts neurotransmitters) Cysts in ovaries Overcoming Hyperinsulinemia High fat diet composed of beneficial oils (35-50% of calories from fat) Increase omega-3 oils, reduce omega-6 oils and eliminate transfatty acids. Adequate protein intake (30-40% of calories) Balance of diet (25-35%) low glycemic carbohydrates ( Resistance exercise until muscles burn The Glycemic Index Measures the ease at which a food is converted into blood sugar Foods that are rapidly digested, absorbed and turned into glucose have a high glycemic index Foods that are digested and absorbed more slowly, and converted into glucose over a longer period of time have a low glycemic index 6

7 The Glycemic Index Sample Glycemic Index Foods with a high glycemic index trigger a rapid rise in blood sugar levels, and a corresponding rise in insulin production This leads to diabetes, heart disease, and obesity Foods with a low glycemic index do not trigger rapid increases in insulin Glucose 100 White Bread 70 Wheat Bread 67 Baked Potato 85 Table Sugar 68 Honey 55 Popcorn 79 Pearl Barley 25 Brown Rice 55 Apple 38 Grapefruit 25 Peanuts 21 Whole Milk 11 Fructose 19 Supplements for Hyperinsulinemia High Quality Fats Omega 3 EPA Flaxseed Oil Protein Insulin Resistance Pro-Pancreas Chromium GTF Paavo Airola s Hypoglycemic Formula Type I and Type II Diabetes Healthy Person produces 31 units of insulin per day on average Type I Diabetic (10-15% of cases) produces 4 units of insulin on average Type II Diabetic (85-90% of cases) produces 114 units of insulin on average Type I Diabetes Lack of insulin production due to destruction of pancreatic cells. Probably an auto-immune disorder. Requires insulin Amount required can be reduced by using remedies for Type II Diabetes Natural remedies can be used to help counteract side effects of insulin Type II Diabetes Lifestyle disease Insulin resistance due to refined carbohydrates, inappropriate dietary fats, and lack of nutrients or exercise Can be controlled through lifestyle changes and supplements, especially in the early stages 7

8 Health Problems Associated with Diabetes Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease (Heart Attack, Stroke) Loss of Peripheral Circulation Leading Cause of Blindness Weight Gain Fats and Insulin Resistance High fat diets (over 37% of caloric intake) increase insulin resistance Transfatty acids also increase insulin resistance Monounsaturated fatty acids improve insulin sensitivity. Pancreatic Irritation Sugar cravings Sudden fatigue in mid-afternoon Mood and energy swings Irritability and confusion when food is not eaten regularly Sudden coldness of limbs or nose Weight gain High refined carbohydrate diets Pancreatic Irritation Single Herbs Licorice Root Bee Pollen Beets Spirulina Stevia Chromium GTF Protein Pancreatic Irritation Formulas Blood Sugar Regulating Formula Chinese Yin Increasing Blend Paavo Airola s Hypoglycemic Formula Pancreatic Depression Constant thirst with frequent urination Dizziness or light-headedness after eating carbohydrates Diagnosis of type I or type II diabetes 8

9 Pancreatic Depression Single Herbs Goldenseal Noni Nopal Stevia Chromium GTF Zinc Vanadium Alpha Lipoic Acid Omega 3 EFA Pancreatic Depression Formulas Ayurvedic Blood Sugar Formula Pancreas and Blood Sugar Formula Blood Sugar Regulating Formula Target Mineral Pancreatic Formula Pancreatic Herbal Formula The Adrenals Stress The body has a normal reaction to difficult circumstances that prime the body for action When this state becomes chronic, we are under stress Chronic stress weakens the immune system, makes the glands work harder and can lead to physical illness Effects of Stress Causes both fatigue and insomnia Raises blood pressure Raises cholesterol and increases blood platelet aggregation Upsets hormonal balance and weakens glands Causes strain on the heart muscle Creates mental confusion More Effects of Stress Creates mental confusion Diminishes libido Interferes with digestion and causes constipation Contributes to weight gain Is a factor in creating the conditions that lead to stroke, heart attack, cancer, diabetes and other serious diseases 9

10 HPA Axis Adrenal Hormones Adrenal Medulla (center) Adrenaline (epinephrine) Noradrenal (norepinephrine) Adrenal Cortex (outer layer) Glucocorticoids Mineralcorticoids Androgens (sex hormones) Adrenaline & Noradrenaline Increase the rate and strength of the heartbeat causing increased blood pressure Direct blood away from the skin and digestive organs to the muscles, liver and brain Glucocorticoids Raise blood sugar levels Have anti-inflammatory effects Depress the immune response, especially cell mediated immune responses Synthetic mimics of glucocorticoids (cortisol, etc.) are widely used in therapy: to reduce inflammation to prevent rejection of transplanted organs to control asthma 10

11 Cortisol Is the primary glucocorticoid Is an inflammatory mediator Increases blood sugar by causing breakdown of muscle Increased fat deposition Excessive Cortisol Production Increases fat deposition and insulin resistance, which creates constant hunger, sugar cravings and weight gain Increases blood pressure Dampens your immune response, making you more susceptible to infections Blocks testosterone receptors Causes brain to become less receptive to insulin, which results in hot flashes Kills brain cells Suppresses melatonin production inhibiting sleep Suppresses the lutinizing hormone (LH) which stimulates ovulation resulting in infertility Causes rapid aging Insulin and Cortisol High cortisol increases insulin resistance and insulin resistance increases cortisol This causes constant hunger, sugar cravings and weight gain Cortisol and Inflammation Chronic inflammation and pain stimulate cortisol production So chronic inflammation will have a stress-producing action on the body and deplete the adrenal glands 11

12 Aldosterone Promotes reabsorption of sodium (Na + ) from kidney into blood which draws water into the blood Helps maintain blood pressure Inhibits perspiration to prevent sodicum loss Sensitizes salt taste buds Adrenal Irritation Stress - causing excess cortisol and epinephrine production Dilated pupils Loss of muscle with development of abdominal fat Tendency to high blood pressure and muscle tension High blood sugar Adrenal Irritation Poor wound healing Poor resistance to disease, reduced immune response Mental obsession, compulsion, stress, anxiety Thinning hair Cushing s disease Adrenal Irritation Single Herbs Blue Vervain Chamomile Kava Kava Eleuthero Rhodiola Gymnostema Suma Nutri-Calm B-Complex Adrenal Irritation Formulas Cortisol-Reducing Herbal Formula Chinese Fire Reducing Formula Suma Adaptagen Combination Adaptagenic Herbal Blend Adrenal Depression Deficient production of ephinephrine and cortisol Fatigue and lack of stamina with insomnia Pulsing pupils Quivering tongue Dark circles under eyes 12

13 Adrenal Depression Tendency to low blood pressure or sudden drop in blood pressure when moving from sitting to standing position Tachycardia and heart palpitations Sensation of pressure in chest (angina) Adrenal Depression Cravings for sweets and carbohydrates Emotionally sensitive (unreasonable weeping or laughter) Mental confusion, loss of short term memory Adrenal Weakness Single Herbs Licorice Ginseng Gotu Kola Eleuthero Rhodiola Ho Shou Wu Gymnostema Panothenic Acid Vitamin C B-Complex Adrenal Weakness Formulas Adrenal Glandular Formula Chinese Fire Increasing Formula Chinese Mineral Energy Tonic Suma Adaptagen Combination 13