BALANCING THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM THROUGH THE MICROBIOME MY CREDENTIALS/BIO Karol Schuyler R.N. M.M.T., N.H.C.P., Soft Tissue Specialist, Medical Massage Therapist, Health Coach, Natural Health Consultant, Herb Specialist, Certified Neuromuscular Therapist, Myofascial Release Practitioner, Certified Aromatherapist, Structural Integrator, Certified Sports Therapist Graduated Northern Arizona University, R.N., 1978, Specialties included : Emergency Medicine, ICU, CCU, OPEN HEART SURGERY, Clinical Nurse Manager, Nursing Educator, Volunteer with American Red Cross, Disaster Services Researcher of Current Trends In Integrative & Functional Science Educator Of Natural Medicine And Nutrition For More Than 35 years Since 1970 s has Studied Nutrition And Herbal Medicine Grower Of Fine Herbs And Culinary Chef 1
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Oxygen: The Most Important Nutrient. The Breath of Life.. 6. Oxygen strengthens the immune system. 7. Increases concentration and alertness. 8. Boosts the absorption of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, proteins and other vital nutrients. 3
The Incredible Respiratory System The respiratory system is designed to deliver oxygen to the blood stream And remove the carbon dioxide (CO2) As a waste product. An optimally-functioning respiratory system is critical to good health You can live a few days without water and a few weeks with out food, but only a few minutes without air UPPER AND LOWER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 4
LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT 5
WAYS THE BODY REMOVES TOXINS 6
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE OF THE LUNGS AND BOWEL 7
LUNGS AND CREATION OF RESPIRATORY MICROBIOME 8
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FOUR POWERFUL HERBS Blessed thistle aerial parts, catnip leaves, pleurisy root and yerba santa leaves SINUS SUPPORTING HERBS Capsicum fruit, burdock root, goldenseal root extract & rhizome, parsley leaf, horehound leaf & flower, marshmallow root, yerba santa leaf, bitter orange fruit. NATURAL ANTIHISTAMINE Nettle leaves, quercetin, Bitter orange fruit and bromelain. SOOTHING NOURISHING HERBS Boneset aerial parts, fennel seeds, fenugreek seeds, horseradish root and mullein leaves extract. ESSENTIAL OILS: Lemon, Orange, Eucalyptus radiata, Spearmint, Cypress, Fir, Ravensara, Tea Tree used for fighting inflammation or infection and restoring a compromised immune system. Provides essential nutrients for the respiratory system, Creates an unfavorable environment for infection-causing organisms soothes irritated tissues and keeping the mucus thin. helps the body support open airways. Reduces swelling of mucus membranes Structural, immune, and digestive system support 12
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS INFLAMMATION OR SWELLING OF BRONCHI COUGHING PRODUCTION OF CLEAR, WHITE, YELLOW, GREY OR GREEN MUCUS SHORTNESS OF BREATH WHEEZING FATIGUE FEVER AND CHILLS CHEST DISCOMFORT BLOCKED OR RUNNY NOSE 13
ABOUT 60% OF EAR INFECTIONS ARE BELIEVED TO BE BACTERIAL, 40% ARE VIRAL AND ANTIBIOTICS DON T AFFECT 14
ZINC VITAMIN C OREGON GRAPE GARLIC NANO SILVER OLIVE LEAF 15
Influenza or Flu Respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses Symptoms similar to those of common cold but typically have sudden onset and are more sever Can be life-threatening in the ill, the elderly, and the very young Chinese herbs support the immune system and works to overcome viral illnesses, including the common cold, flu, and croup Peppermint,Astragalus, Nano-Silver, Olive Leaf Extract Boost Immune with Elderberry and/or mushroom blend ALLERGIES 16
COMMON USUALLY COMES ON SUDDENLY SMALL AMOUNT OF FOOD CAN TRIGGER RESPONSE HAPPENS EVERYTIME YOU EAT THE FOOD IGE RESPONSE IS ACTIVATED SYMPTOMS INCLUDE: DIFFICULTY BREATHING, RASHES, SWELLING, RUNNY NOSE & ANAPHYLACTIC SHOCK CAN BE LIFE THREATENING USUALLY COMES ON GRADUALLY MAY ONLY HAPPEN WHEN YOU EAT A LOT OF FOOD MAY ONLY HAPPEN WHEN YOU EAT THE FOOD OFTEN SYMPTOMS USUALLY OCCUR QUICKLY WITHIN 2 HOURS OF INGESTING FOOD YOU CAN BE INTOLERANT TO DIFFERENT FOOD GROUPS AT THE SAME TIME SYMPTOMS INCLUDE:MIGRAINE, BLOATING,DIARRHEA, LETHARGY, GENERALLY FEELING UNWELL IS NOT LIFE THREATENING 17
Allergens cause immune system to overreact which prompt white blood cells to release histamine and other inflammatory and irritating agents in the body. Common reactions: Digestion: Bloating, gas, nausea, constipation, Diarrhea, cramping, Respiratory: congestion, dry cough, inflamed sinus, itchy puffy eyes Skin: rashes, hives, itchy skin Natural antihistamines (these help the body remove mucus mostly ENT conditions) such as goldenseal,, nettles, burdock, goldenrod can help eliminate mucus because they help reduce inflammation of the mucus membrane. Anti-inflammatory herbs that can help ease allergy symptoms include stinging nettle, Ginkgo biloba and licorice. Astringent herbs like yarrow and myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) can help contract inflamed tissues and, as a result, reduce secretions and discharges. Echinacea, astragalus root, goldenseal root have been shown to help strengthen the immune system, which is especially important for allergy sufferers. Cayenne pepper has an active ingredient called capsaicin, which is a strong antiinflammatory agent that helps both allergies and asthma. Antihistamines such as nettle leaves,quercitin, bitter orange, bromelain. 18
The immune system s job is to defend the body. It is activated by invading organisms. Most respiratory symptoms are caused by the immune system in the gut. These symptoms are helpful even essential in overcoming the illness. Cleavers aerial parts, red clover blossom extract, stillingia root, and prickly ash bark, helps maintain a healthy network of internal vessels. 19
REBUILDING THE RESPIRATORY TRACT THROUGH THE MICROBIOME ADD A MUTLI STRAIN LIVE PROBIOTIC L-GLUTAMINE AND COLOSTRUM COLLAGEN OR BONE BROTH MANUKA HONEY FEEDS BENEFICIAL BACTERIA PROBIOTIC TONIC WITH APPLE CIDER VINEGAR LOADED WITH PROBIOTICS AND ACIDS THAT HELP BREAK DOWN BIOFILM MIX ONE TABLESPOON IN 4OZ. OF FILTERED WATER BEFORE A MEAL FAVOR GUT HEALTHY FOOD TO FIGHT BIOFILM. CHOOSE FERMENTED FOODS -SUCH AS SAUERKRAUT, KIMCHI, PLAIN YOGURT, KEFIR AND MISO 20
INCREASE FIBER AND GOOD FATS ELIMINATE SUGARS AND SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES EXCEPT MANUKA HONEY AVOID PROCESSED FOODS REDUCE HARMFUL PATHOGENS INTRODUCE PROBIOTICS AVOID FOODS THAT YOU ARE ALLERGIC OR SENSITIVE TO BOWEL MOVEMENTS AT LEAST MORE THAN ONCE PER DAY WATER AT LEAST ½ YOUR BODY WEIGHT IN OUNCES 21
Most essential Oils are antiseptic to some degree. Many different oils have been used historically to assist respiratory complaints. Flu, Cold, Cough, Sore throat and seasonal transitions: Look for a blend of 100% pure essential oils with Orange peel, Clove bud, Eucalyptus leaf oil, Cinnamon bark, Lavender flower, Lemon whole fruit, Pine needle, Wild Rosemary leaf, Peppermint leaf & flower, Grapefruit peel, & Thyme leaf. 22
Expectorant & Tonic Oils promote the expulsion of phlegm by coughing or spitting. They may also alleviate coughing by making the respiratory fluid more demulcent. Ravintsara- This creates an intense, deep, crisp, and cooling aroma. When used aromatically or blended with Hand & Body Lotion or Carrier Oil it encourages deep breathing. Anti Spasmodics -Menthol, Camphor, Wintergreen, Eucalyptus, Lavender and Clove Soothing Tonic- Lemon, Orange, Eucalyptus, Spearmint, Cypress, Fir, Ravensara, Tea Tree CREATE A POULTICE FOR THE CHEST / CREATE A SWEAT 23
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