Harvard Health Publishing

Cannabidiol (CBD): What we know and what we don't 

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/cannabidiol-cbd-what-we-know-and-what-we-dont-2018082414476

There are many CBD products on the market.  And there are many benefits to CBD products - either topical or oral.

For topical - apply directly to the affected region.

Beneficial for:

General relaxation.

Neck and shoulder tension.   

Jaw Tension - Apply around the joint where the ear and jaw connect, then around the hair line at the top of the neck

Lower back tension

‘Stress Free’  Herbal blend

by Planetary Herbs

See:

https://www.vitacost.com/planetary-herbals-stress-free-810-mg-180-tablets

What is Phenylalanine?

Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid, meaning the body needs it, but cannot make it on its own.

• Supports a healthy, well-balanced mood*
• Helps the body cope with stress*

Calm your Skin

Coherence and Stress happens in the body in many ways.

One area that is poorly studied and promoted is the skin-brain mechanism.

This means that stress in your life shows up as both skin sensitivity and brain stress.

There are several solutions to calm your skin and calm your brain

Massage is a good one solution.

The other is to apply herbal infused ointments, lotions, balms and oils to your skin.

Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is a good anti-inflammatory herb.

My favorite is herbal infused aloe vera.  A nice product is:

Burn Out Skin Fix.

See:

https://www.amazon.com/Burn-Aloe-Vera-Skin-Ounce/dp/B009WBJC6G

You can apply a thin layer of aloe vera across your entire skin.  For me it is calming and soothing. 

My brain and body feel more clear and coherent.

All Terrain brand Aloe Gel Skin Relief

See: https://www.vitacost.com/all-terrain-aloe-gel-skin-relief

Tea Tree Therapy, Antiseptic Cream, Tea Tree and Herbal Extracts

See : https://www.vitacost.com/tea-tree-therapy-antiseptic-cream

From my expereince, this product has a good stimulating, tingling, effect.

Slimspa Wellness and Relaxation gel

A very nice blend of organic herbs.  It has a mild heat to it.  My expereince is that it promotes blood circulation.  I use this every day on my feet, and feel my entire gody wake up.

See:  https://slimspaonline.com/index.php/product-categories/body/creams-gels/therapeutic-anti-inflammatory-wellness-relaxation-organic-gel-16oz-72.html

Ayurvedic medicated oils:

See: https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/shop/category/herbal-balms/

And

https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/shop/category/herbal-massage-oils/

Others skin therapies include:

Calendula gel - a soothing flower

https://www.vitacost.com/boiron-calendula-gel?q=boron+calendula+gel&ta=boron+calendula+gel

Arnica Homeopathic gels

Recommended Arnica Product:

Peaceful Mountain 'Arnica Plus' - 

https://www.peacefulmountain.com/product/arnica-plus-homeopathic-remedy/

WebMD Contraindications for Arnica - LINK HERE 

• Pregnancy and breast-feeding
• Allergy to ragweed and related plants
• Broken skin
• Digestion problems
• Fast heart rate
• High blood pressure
• Surgery

A warm bath - see Epsom salt bath below.

Muscle Aches, Strains and Pain Relief

These products are based in Mentol. They are heating.

Recovery Rub - a contemporary blend of Menthol and herbs.

 https://www.iherb.com/pr/All-Terrain-Recovery-Rub-Pain-Relieving-Cream-3-0-fl-oz-90-ml/4288?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Brand%20%3E%20All%20Terrain%

20%3E%20United%20States&utm_term=recovery%20rub&utm_content=All%20Terrain%20-%20Recovery%20Rub

Tiger Balm

Bengay - a traditional menthol based product.

Other pain releif ointments

Arnica Homeopathic gels

Tea Tree Oil based

Neurotransmittors

Helpful book on natural methods to support Brain Chemistry

• Eric Braverman , MD
• Book: The Edge Effect

Dopamine

Dopamine influences well being, reward, alertness, learning, creativity, attention and concentration. Dopamine also affects brain processes that control movement, emotional response and is the source of the brain’s power and energy.

A good descripttion of dopamine and methods to increase it.  Collective Evolution articles on Dopamine foods.  Link Here

http://www.collective-evolution.com/2016/01/20/10-ways-to-increase-dopamine-levels-in-the-brain/

Articles on Dopamine Foods and Activities

Natural News Link Here

Psychology Today Link Here

Ray Sahelian Link Here

Medhelp  Link Here

Reunitingy Link Here

Natural Society   Link Here

Antioxidants

Oxidative stress is process, when in excess, damages cell structures in your body.  The solution to excess oxidative stress is to detoxify using antioxidants and other methods.

See:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxidative_stress

There are many foods and nuitrients that are antioxidants.

Sear the internet for ‘Antioxidant Foods’ and you will find a plethora of information.

A few of my favorites are:

Glutathione: a master antioxidants.

Sublingual Glutathione

In this sublingual form it has a more direct impact upon the body.

See: https://www.vitacost.com/source-naturals-reduced-glutathione-orange?q=Source+Naturals+Reduced+Glutathione+Orange+--+50+mg+-+100+Sublingual+Tablets&ta=Source+Naturals+Reduced+Glutathione+Orange+--+50+mg+-+100+Sublingual+Tablets

LIPOSOMAL GLUTATHIONE

This is a premier technology to deliver glutathione.

See:  https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-Bottles-LIPOSOMAL-GLUTATHIONE-384-Servings-100-ORGANIC-NO-SOY-64oz-Exp-2019/282379564483?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Melatonin

Melatonin, often known as a sleep aid, is also one of the most powerful antioxidants.  From my experience, the natural forms of melatonin are better than the synthetic forms.

The Monmorency cherry variety, known as ‘tart cherry’,  is one of the highest natural food forms of melatonin available. 

See:  https://www.vitacost.com/enzymatic-therapy-tart-cherry-ultra-capsules?q=enzymatic+tart+cherry&ta=enzymatic+tart+cherry

Detoxification

Activated Charcoal and Clay mixture.

This  is one of the most simple and effective health remedies you can do.

See: https://daniellappin.com/dan/70.html

Modififed Citrus Pectin

Is a more recent development in detoxification.  From my expereince, in general  it is significantly better than activated charcoal and bentonite clay. 

Hydration

Oral Rehydration Solution

An Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) is a precise formula of glucose and sodium that has been scientifically tested to facilitate hydration. An ORS activates the Sodium-Glucose Transport Mechanism of the intestinal tract, helping the intestines to physically absorb more water. An ORS is more effective than plain water to rehydrate your body.

ORS is sold over-the-counter. You do not need a prescription for it.

See:  Link here

Trace Minerals

Trace mineral are extracted from sea salt to make a mineral rich suppliment.  Add seveal drops of trace mineral to plan water.   For some people, it makes the water easy to consume.

See: Vitacost Trace Minerals

Histamine, Mast Cells, Quercetin 

• Healing Histamine Link here
• Information, nutrition, related topics

• The Mastocytosis Society Link here
• Science webinars, meet-ups, medical resources

Anti-Histamine formula:

• Solaray Histamine Blend SP33 (Anti-histamine formula)
  • Histamine strongly influences muscles and tissue constriction in the body

• Vitamin C plus Quercetin: Solgar ‘Quercetin Complex’.

Quercetin

Quercetin stabalizes the membrane of the mast cells, and prevents excess relase of histamine.

Quercetin—The Anti-Allergy Bioflavonoid

See:

http://www.immunesupport.com/92fal004.htm

Product suggestion

Solgar Quercetin Complex with Ester-C® Plus

https://www.vitacost.com/solgar-quercetin-complex-with-ester-c-plus-100-vegetable-capsules-1

Essential oils

Rosemary essential oil sublingual application:  link here

Application of oils:

You may be reactive to 100% essential oils applied directly on your skin.  Some people need to mix the pure essential oil with a ‘carrier’ medium, such as lotion, jojoba oil, sesame oil, etc before it is placed on the body. 

Test the 100% pure oil:

Apply a small amount of one essential  – a small dab –  on your skin.  Then wait for 30 minutes.   Is there skin irritation, reddening or itching?   If yes, mix the oil with a carrier medium.

Initial dose:

• Start with 3 to 4 ‘dabs’ total over your entire body.
• Wait 24 hours to determine your response.
• If you feel comfortable with the dosage, you can repeat it if you want.
• Small doeses of essential oil canbe used daily.
• \You can increase the amont of essential oil over time.

Key points on body to place oils:

• At the notch between the ear and the jaw.
• Temples (avoid area close to corner of eyes)
• Top/back of neck
• Sternum
• Inner wrists
• On back at base of ribs next to spine (adrenal points)
• Sacrum
• Inner ankles
• Navel

Contraindications for the use of Essential Oils.

• http://www.naha.org/explore-aromatherapy/safety/
• http://www.altmedweb.com/types/aromatherapy/contraindications-essential-oils
• http://www.westcoastaromatherapy.com/free-information/newsletter/contraindications-to-essential-oils/
• http://aromatictherapeutics.com/inspiration/essential-oil-contraindications

Common essential oils

1. Bergamot,  geranium - Emotional lift
2. Frankincense - Grounding mental activity, mental clarity  grounding.
3. Vetiver – ground and calm deep stress mechanisms of the body
4. Jasmine – nurtures heart and emotions
5. Rose – heart and emotions
6. Clary sage - balancing

Purchase: Mountainroseherbs.com   - good source of organic oils.  Select ‘Essential Oil’ category.

Umami

Umami is the fifth taste, the taste that brings a feeling of satisfaction.

It is based upon the Glutamate receptor.

So eatting enough Glutamine food is important.

Glutamine is also essential to maintain a helthy stomach and intestinal lining.

Deficiency in Glutamate can cause a deficiency in the neurotransmittor GABA.. Gaba is a primary brain neurotransmittor to promote calm in the brain.  

See:  Umami Glutamate Food List and Resources

The Bitter Taste

Swedish Bitters

As a category of herb and taste, bitter foods stimlate digestion.

In Oriental, the bitter taste relates to the heart.   The bitter taste can soothe the heart.

Benefits of Swedish Bitters:

Non-alcoholic version.  There are two companies that make a non-alcoholic version.  Alcohol is typically used as a preservative.  Thus, the non-alcoholic version must be refrigerated.  I recommend the FLORA brand.

Available at iherbs.com or vitacost.com

https://www.vitacost.com/flora-swedish-bitters-8-5-fl-oz?q=flora+swedish+bitters&ta=flora+sw

http://www.iherb.com/Flora-Swedish-Bitters-8-5-fl-oz-250-ml/3063

Oil of Oregano 

Antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, anti-inflammatory

http://www.homeremediesweb.com/oil_of_oregano_health_benefits.php

http://www.newfoundationspubl.org/shepherdspurse/oregano.htm

Bitters come in many forms.  A salad of a mix of light and dark leafy greens are full of tasteful bitters.

Spice Mixes for Healing

These spices can help calm the mind,  stiumulate digestion, calm deep stress.

SEarch online using the search term 'digestive spices' an you will find many herbs and spices listed. 

My favorite digestive spices:

Ginger root powder

Cayenne powder

Burdock root powder

Fenugreek seed powder

Orange peel powder

Cardamom seed powder

Other popular digestives spices:

Cumin

Coriander

Fennel

Make your own digestive spice tea:

Purchase the powdered form of the spice.

(Or, purchase the whole seed and use a high speed bullet blender to grind the seeds into a powder.)

Add the quantity you prefer to a glass jar.

Mix the pices together.

Add 1-2 teaspoons of the spice mix into 4-6 ounces of hot water.

Allow to steep for 3-5 mninutes.

Drink and enjoy.

Six Taste Spice Mix

Ayurvedic Medicine, as well as other natural health traditions, incorporate health treatments using taste.  

The underlying health principle, is that the distinct spices stiumulate the digestive system in general, stimulate specific visceral organs, and stimualte the brain.

The tactic involves incorporting the six tastes in the diet, foods that are:

Sweet, sour, bitter, pungent, astringent, and salty.

Different people respond to differnt tastes.

Or, some people respond well a blend of spices that include all of the tastes, called - Six Taste Spice blend.

Here is a simple ingredient mix here.  Or you can search for Six Tastes Spices online:

Six Taste Spice blend Ingredients: 

• 1/4 cup  Organic Ground Coriander
• 3 tablespoons Organic Ground Ginger
• 4 teaspoons fresh lemon zest, sour taste spice (cranberry)
• 4 teaspoons  Ground Cumin
• 2 teaspoons Ground Turmeric
• 2 teaspoons Salt 

Other ingredients that can be added:  , Organic Turmeric, Organic Fennel, Organic Cinnamon,  Green Mango Powder/Sour spice such as cranberry, Organic Fenugreek,   Organic Cayenne. 

Pumpkin pie spice mix: cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, clove.

Mix a few ounces of hemp seed with 1-2 teaqsoon of the spice mix.  Eat straight.  The goal is to get the specific taste to trigger your brain.

Or, add spice mixture to soup, oatmal, cooked grains, etc.  Get the taste!!

Sour Taste:  Digestive stimulant and elimination support

The sour taste is a powerful stimulant to the entire body, especially supporting liver stimulation, elimination, and general mental alertness. 

Cranberries

The most common food source of the sour taste are lemons and limes.   A higher nutritional value food are cranberries.

There are many simple ways to utilize this potent stimulant.  One is to put half a cup of cranberries in a cup and add hot water.  This creates a potent, soothing drink.  Suggested on an empty stomach to maximize the stimulation.

Star Anise Sour taste Spice Mix:

Star Anise is a different spice than anise. 

In 8 ounce mug

Star Anise - 0.75 teaspoon

ginger - 1 teaspoons

Cardamom - 1/8 teaspoon

Cinnamon - 1/16teaspoon

Clove  - 1/16 teaspoon

nutmeg - 1/16 teaspoon

Ayurvedic Vata, Pitta, Kapha spice mixes.

These are the traditional spices "churnas" of Ayurvedic medicine.  They support the Vata, Pitta, and Kapha Doshas (body constitutions).  They are good for general health and for digestion. They are availabel online.

Mix a few ounces of hemp seed with 1-2 teaqsoon of the spice mix.  Eat straight.  The goal is to get the specific taste to trigger your brain.

Or, add spice mixture to soup, oatmal, cooked grains, etc.  Get the taste!!

In the search bar, enter Vata churna, Pitta chura, kapha churna.

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne is one of the oldest healing herbs in North America.

Search the internet and you’ll find a treasure of info.

Caution – it can be hot.

Acid/Alkaline: Bicarbonate salts

Alkala and Tri Salts

Both Alkala and Tri Salts are compounds of bicarbonate salts that reduce acidity in the body.

They are often used during periods of intestinal gas to reduce the acidic state and its consequences.

Take 1/8^th teaspoon and place in your mouth.  Let it dissolve and absorb intoyour mouth.  After a couple minutes wither swallow or spit out.

 https://www.naturalhealthyconcepts.com/pleo-alkala-powder.html

https://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=tri+salts&tag=mh0b-20&index=aps&hvadid=77790451591336&hvqmt=p&hvbmt=bp&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_7b9ozyeadi_p

Meditation and Inner Awareness

The stress of the world effeccts us on many layers.  When we practice inner awareness and self-regulation, we can reduce our internal stress response.

There are multiple meditation and self-awareness technique available.  A search online will bring up thousands of options.

When stress becomes overwhelming it can contribute to illness states.  This is real for the average person, as well as clinician - nurses, doctors and mental healht professionals. 

To support your journey of sefl awareness, and inner relaxation, the follwoing page displays an image of  a physical process to support inner awarenss

See: https://daniellappin.com/dan/16.html

Laughter

Local Marin Laughter Yoga club:

http://www.laughteryoga.org/searchCentre.php?field=showAddress&clubId=47

Bay Area Theater Sports - http://www.improv.org/

            Weekly Improvisation comedy club in San Francisco.

Epsom Salt Bath

Sere’s the simple steps for an Epsom salt bath:

Fill bath tub with warm to medium hot water.

Hot enough to make you sweat.

1.5 to 2 pounds of Epsom salt in the tub.

Buy them at any pharmacy, drug store.

Soak for 10 to 20 minutes.

Drink plain water before, during and after.

Massage Music

Ludovico Einaudi - amazing piano music.

Dr. Jeffrey Thompson

Neuroacoustic.com

1. Memory learning CD
   http://neuroacoustic.com.p10.hostingprod.com/learning_memory.html

Other titles of Jeffrey Thompson that I use:  Lambda, Epsilon, Gamma,   

Monroe Institute – Hemisynch.

1. Touching Grace CD
http://www.hemi-sync.com/shopdisplayproducts.asp?Search=Yes&sppp=10

2. Transformation CD - http://www.monroeinstitute.org/store/transformation-cd.html

Dolphin CD:

• Dolphintale.com
• I have this CD and it is wonderful = one of the best I have.

Other good mind music

• Strong Institute - http://www.stronginstitute.com/

Search the internet for:

• Binaural beat music. - This is the scientific study of rhythm music on the brain.