Webinar: Phone: PIN 8626 (Not a toll free call) 3/8/2010. Presented by Karen Stene Finch

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1 Presented by Karen Stene Finch Western Midwest Central South Northeast Ray Lambert Aaron Wengert Scott Terry Jon Terry Doug Jensen Webinar: Phone: PIN 8626 (Not a toll free call) 1

2 Be eligible to win a trip for 2 to Cancun by: Watching the webinar (live or recorded) Purchase the Urinary System Pack promotion Get at least 4 of 5 questions correct on the Urinary System quiz on We ll announce the winner during Education Week April 19 26! Urinary System Pack Urinary Maintenance Cranberry/Buchu JP X KB C TCM Promotion # Cost $57.60 You save 10% when buying this pack! 2

3 The urinary system is vitally important to the entire health of the body. Optimal health can occur when systems of the body work together as a well functioning team. The urinary system works to reabsorb: Water Salts Protein Glucose Minerals Other substances that are essential for cellular health Kidney Absorption Tubule 3

4 The urinary system consists of: two kidneys two ureters the bladder two sphincter muscles the urethra Glomeruli in the Kidney The average human being has 1.0 to 1.5 gallons of blood The blood in the body is being filtered about every 45 minutes About 200 quarts of blood are being circulated and filtered through the kidneys daily Serve as filters Remove waste Produce three important hormones that: stimulate bone marrow to make red blood cells regulate blood pressure maintain calcium for bones Kidney Filtration Tube 4

5 Each kidney is the shape of a bean and about the size of a fist. Approximately one million nephrons are located in each kidney The kidneys are involved in the production of red blood cells and the iron content of the blood The kidneys can process and utilize up to 4 ounces of water at a time 5

6 A healthy bladder holds up to 2 cups of urine for 2 to 5 hours The average amount of urine that is excreted per day, per adult, is 1.5 quarts Ureters are narrow tubes that connect each kidney to the bladder Urethra and Prostate Gland The sphincters are circular muscles located where the bladder connects to the urethra The urethra is a tube that carries the urine to the point where it exits the body 6

7 The kidneys assist in keeping a balanced ph in the body The kidneys are the batteries of the body When kidneys are not properly p nourished and hydrated, energy levels can be low, leading to tiredness and fatigue There are a number of problems that can occur with the urinary system, caused by a variety of factors. Let s take a look at a few of these health issues. 7

8 Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect millions of people each year One in five women develops a UTI during her life span UTI s in men, while not as common, can be very serious because they may indicate other problems People are at risk for urinary tract infections for a variety of reasons: obstructions to the flow of urine, such as kidney stones oran enlarged prostate gland The most common cause of UTI s is the presence of bacteria in the urinary tract Bacteria, usually from the digestive tract, begin to multiply at the opening of the urethra Drinking ample amounts of fluid can help in the treatment of a UTI Proteus sp. Bacteria 8

9 Signs of a UTI can be but are not limited to: pain or a burning during urination strong odor feelings of urgency or a need to urinate frequently cloudy appearance of urine pus or blood in the urine a feeling of pressure while passing a small amount urine Urinary tract infections can be serious and can damage the function of the kidneys It is possible for adults or children to have a silent infection still present in the body even when the signs of a UTI are no longer apparent It is important to always consult with your healthcare professional Urinary incontinence is considered a bladder control problem. Incontinence is basically leakage, and inconvenientlyaffects i the lives 12 million Americans 9

10 Kidney stones are one of the most common disorders of the urinary tract and can be one of the most painful Each year, more than 500,000 people end up in emergency rooms and 3 million visits are made to health care providers for problems related to kidney stones Stones affect men, more than women Kidney stones usually occur in three different shapes They can be extremely painful, or they may be silent Theyusually passnaturally They usually pass naturally Drinking plenty of water to help flush the system is important 10

11 There are certain foods to avoid when kidney stones are formed from calcium oxalate A few of these foods are: rhubarb, cooked spinach, beets, chocolate, green pepper, okra and grits Chronic kidney disease may be the result of physical injury or a disease that damages the kidneys, such as diabetes or high h blood pressure CKD can also be a contributing factor in other health issues: high blood pressure low red blood cell count Diabetes loss of protein through the urine bone and calcium loss problems with the cardiovascular system problems with the nervous system lack of feelings of well being 11

12 Kidney failure Currently, there are more than one million dialysis patients worldwide. The number of patients in the United States could double over the next 10 years. There are dialysis i centers in about t159 countries. ti Billions of dollars are generated annually in the field of dialysis. The number of patients in need of a kidney transplant is growing Immunosuppressive medicine is normally necessary A transplant may be considered an extreme procedure but it can be life saving An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure The urinary system plays many important roles in the overall health of our body, mind and emotions The emotions of fear, failure, shame, criticism or disappointment are associated with the kidneys Anxiety, fear of letting go, or holding on to the old are all associated with the bladder 12

13 Essential Oil Recipe for Bath 2 drops tea tree oil 2 drops lavender oil 2 drops bergamot oil 2 drops thyme oil 2 drops eucalyptus oil Add and mix well with warm running water. This recipe is for a bathtub of water. For a foot soak, use half the oil amounts suggested. Relax and detoxify while soaking the body or feet. Nourishing foods for the Urinary system: Watermelon Cantaloupe Cucumbers Kidney beans Lemons Parsley Celery Cranberries Asparagus Herbs that are concentrated foods. Hydrangea Historically known as the stone dissolver. Vitamin B Complex B vitamins are water soluble and need to be replaced daily. Magnesium The kidneys need adequate amounts of this mineral to function properly. 13

14 Urinary Maintenance Contains herbs to help support and maintain the delicate fluid and mineral balance that is controlled by the kidneys. Cranberry/Buchu Concentrate Beneficial for supporting a healthy urinary tract. Cranberry juice contains Vitamin C plus substances that can interfere with the adhesion of microbes to the urinary tract. Buchu absorbs excessive uric acid, helping to reduce bladder and urethra irritations. Kidney Activator This western formula of herbs nutritionally supports the urinary system. specifically bladder and kidney health. Several of the herbs are natural diuretics which can help with water retention. KB C and KB C TCM Concentrate Chinese formula designed to support the kidneys function of removing toxins while protecting water soluble minerals to strengthen bone health. P X This formula works to nutritionally support the functions of the urinary and glandular systems. Herbs found in P X are supportive for both men and women urinary system concerns. Kidney Drainage This easy to swallow herbal blend is a liquid extract. It includes asparagus, a food that helps support fluid removal from the body. Another herb included in this extract is goldenrod, which can increase the production of urine without reducing the level of important electrolytes. 14

15 Kidney Activator and Kidney Activator TCM Concentrate This excellent combination of 16 Chinese herbs supports urinary and lymph health. Corn Silk This simply amazing herb is the silk that grows as a part of corn within the cornhusk. It is dried and can be swallowed in capsule form or used as a tea. Corn silk has been used for many years for its soothing effect on the urinary system, including reducing inflammation and acidic deposits in the bladder. Simple healthy lifestyle choices can pay off with big dividends in supporting a healthy urinary system 15

16 Be eligible to win a trip for 2 to Cancun by: Watching the webinar (live or recorded) Purchase the Urinary System Pack promotion Get at least 4 of 5 questions correct on the Urinary System quiz on We ll announce the winner during Education Week April 19 26! Urinary System Pack Urinary Maintenance Cranberry/Buchu JP X KB C TCM Promotion # Cost $57.60 You save 10% when buying this pack! 16

17 Saw Palmetto $2.00 Off Promo # $9.55 Buy 4 get 1 free Promo # $46.20 FCS II $2.00 Off Promo # $11.65 Buy 4 get 1 free Promo # $54.60 Hydrangea $1.00 Off Promo # $8.15 Buy 4 get 1 free Promo # $

18 Congratulations to Lee Pomroy from Colorado Springs, CO! You re going to Cancun! Join us for Education Week April when we ll announce the Cancun giveaway winner from this webinar! 18