Saturday, September 30, 2017
Harmful ingredients in toothpaste
Alcohol
Aspartame
Botanical ingredients
Bronidox
Bronopol
Butylparaben
Carrageenan
Chalk
Chlorine Dioxide
Crude Oil
Diazolidinyl urea
Diethanolamine (DEA)
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate (from coconut oil)
DMDM hydantoin
Ethylparaben
FD&C blue dye No. 2
Floride
Formaldehyde
Glycerin
Glycerine Glycol
Glyoxal
Herbal extracts
Hydrated Silica
Imidazolidinyl urea
Isobutylparaben
Isopropylparaben
Methenamine
Menthol
Methylparaben
Microbeads
Paraben
Paraffin
Pappermint oil
Polyoxymethylene urea
Potassium sorbate (synthetic preservative)
Propylene Glycol (PEG/PPG)
Propylparaben
Quaternium-15
Saccharin
Salicylate
Sodium benzoate (synthetic preservative) Sodium Chloride
Sodium coco sulphate
Sodium hydroxide (NaOH), also known as lye or caustic soda
Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)(SLES) = Surfactant
Sodium N-Lauryl Sarcosinate
Sorbitol
Titanium Dioxide
Triclosan (petrochemical)
Monday, May 29, 2017
The Child Whisperer by Carol Tuttle
1. Do my children know who they are and accept themselves?
2. Do my children use their natural gifts and trust them?
3. Are the things I think are important really important?
The goal of every parent should be to help a child develop a personality consistent with their true nature and natural movement, rather than one that contradicts it.
Say "I want to help you be happy being you" and "I love you just the way you are"
TYPE 1 : The Fun-Loving Child
Primary Connection to the world : Social
Primary Movement : Bouncy and random
Primary Need : To have fun and happy parents
May be described as : animated, fun, bright, light-hearted, friendly
May be negatively judged as : flighty, hyperactive, unreliable
- Let go of your anxiety in trying to shut down the endless ideas just because they overwhelm you. Appreciate all of them
- Try acknowledging and valuing your child's ideas as good and fun, they need not always turn into results
- Making little games out of ordinary tasks
- Take your child's thought process seriously and listen to what they have to say, no matter how scattered it may appear
- Invite your child to express their feelings before they build up and turn into explosive expressions
- Encourage emotional expression and be patient with any outbursts
- Appreciate the little things your child do everyday with the intent to put a smile on your face
- Never use disappointment or unhappiness to coerce or manipulate your child into behaviour that you want
- The tone of your voice matters (friendly, light-hearted)
- Let your child run and bounce at home
- Allow your child to create their own fun and express their natural profile
- Admire and acknowledge your child's excitement and enthusiasm with simple compliments
- If you get lost about what your child is talking about, don't bother to make them retrace their steps
- Facilitate opportunities for your child to interact with various people
- Understand that your child mind move so quickly that they actually get distracted by several things at a time
- Making things fun for your child along the way will attain the desired results easier
- Demanding and competitive sports can be too stressful for your child
- Remember your child likes newness, visual and hands-on learning over written instruction
- Remember that your child is naturally more right-brained (creative side)
- Create a very quiet environment if you want to child to fall asleep
- Do not tell your child to settle down and stop moving around, this is damaging and will alter their natural profile
- Don't demand that your child focus on one thing at a time, they won't
- Anything can be fun for your child, not necessary deliberately-created activities
- Your child is truly a joy, they are naturally happy and optimistic and forgive easily
- Encourage your child to embrace the power of their cuteness, and live true to themselves
Top 10 things your child needs from you!
1. Happiness
2. Freedom
3. Praise for their ideas and creativity
4. Encouragement to live true to who they are
5. Change
6. Time to have fun together and let your hair down
7. Laughter
8. Take them seriously
9. Don't sweat the small stuff
10. Avoid these phrases and judgments :
- settle down
- grow up
- you're too silly
- when are you going to become responsible?
- okay, that's enough fun
- everything doesn't have to be game
Type 1 children positive labels :
- Active
- Agreeable
- Animated
- Amusing
- Bouncy
- Bubbly
- Busy
- Charismatic
- Cheerful
- Cute
- Cute as a button
- Energetic
- Engaging
- Friendly
- Frolicking
- Fun-Loving
- Funny
- Happy
- Light-Hearted
- Likes to be the center of attention
- Little actor
- Little ray of sunshine
- Never sits still
- Outgoing
- Pixie
- Positive
- Random
- Smiley
- Social
- Social butterfly
- Smiles at everyone
- Talkative
Type 1 children negative labels :
- Attention deficit
- Daydreamer
- Flighty
- Hyperactive
- Idealist
- Irresponsible
- Lack of follow through
- Messy
- Mischievous
TYPE 2 : The Sensitive Child
Primary Connection to the World : Emotional
Primary Movement : Subtle and flowing
Primary Need : To have feelings honored and everyone in the family feel loved and connected
May be described as : tender, gentle, kind, thoughtful
May be negatively judged as : wimpy, shy, hyper-sensitive
- Do not stop your child asking questions
- Take time to plan for your child "specials" in life, they will feel loved, honored and special
- Give your child time to plan for what they want for occasions, you may provide a budget
- Reassure your child that they are not responsible for anyone's feelings
- Maintain a physical connection with your child throughout the years
- Reassure your child that their emotions are valid and they can take as much time to process and express those feelings as they need
- Help your child feel like they have a plan each day
- Give your child time to process how they feel about a new plan, sometimes new plans can feel jarring or disappointing for your child
- Your child is a worrier, allow for tears without negative judgment from you
- Planning together with your child will lower their anxiety level before any upcoming changes
- Encourage your child to share their feelings
- Use phrases like :
"How are you feeling?"
"Are you okay?"
"Do you need help?"
"Would you like to share something with me?"
Reassure your child with phrases like "Your feelings are important. You can feel whatever you are feeling and share your feelings with me at any time"
- Your child need comfortable moments and spaces to express their emotions to you
- Your child prefers comfortable conversations but may withdraw if it gets too heated. They tends to respond slower when asked a question because their thought process involves so many details
- When you see your child waiting quietly, pouting, whining, sulking or yelling, these are signs that they want something but they don't often understand that they can speak up and ask directly for what they need
- Use phrases like :
"Your needs are important"
"I want you to tell mommy or daddy what you want"
"Say what you need and I will hear you"
- Explain to your child that you are unable to relate to the world the same way they do unless your child tell you or share what they need or feel
- Your child may get frustrated when asked to repeat themselves as they assume they are not being listened to as attentively as they listen to others
- Your child naturally peace to the world but they need to feel it themselves first!
- Fairness is important to your child
- Allow your child chances to relax and spend quiet time alone or with you to recharge themselves
- Don't ever say the word "hurry" to your child, it will turn them into a turtle (set up a pattern of feeling they can never catch up)
- Your child may take longer time to do chores but they will do it with detail attention, if they don't feel overloaded
- Support your child in tackling only one task at a time
- Service oriented chores are high on your child priority list
- Your child may enjoy walking and hiking as it allow them to take in all the details of the world around them
- Your child likes gathering details and planning, and then creating
- Music, entertainment, swimming, karate, track or golf are stuff your child may enjoy. But before signing them up, provide your child enough details about what to expect and let them tell you how they feel about it
- Your child learn best from stories and examples. ie, 2+2 vs 2 barbies and my friend give me 2 barbies
Top 10 things your child needs from you!
1. Comfort
2. Reassurance
3. Validation for their feelings
4. Encouragement to live true to who they are
5. Answers to their questions
6. Time to be quiet and connect with you
7. Attention
8. To be heard
9. Don't sweat the small stuff
10. Avoid these phrases and judgments :
- hurry up
- you're too slow
- you're too quiet
- stop worrying so much
- don't be shy
- you're too picky
- you're a little awkward
- when will you finally finish?
Type 2 children positive labels :
- Agreeable
- Calm
- Careful
- Cautious
- Comforting
- Concern
- Cuddly
- Detailed
- Easy going
- Feels for others
- Gentle
- Graceful
- Kind
- Loving
- Low-key
- Pleasant
- Pleasing
- Quiet
- Relaxed
- Reserved
- Sensitive
- Soothing
- Subdued
- Sweet
- Tender hearted
- Thoughtful
Type 2 children negative labels :
- Crybaby
- Overly sensitive
- Pouty
- Shy
- Slow
- Timid
- Whiny
TYPE 3 : The Determined Child
Primary Connection to the World : Physical
Primary Movement : Push forward and determined
Primary Need : To be challenged and have new experiences with support of their parents
May be described as : strong, active, persistent, energetic
May be negatively judged as : pushy, loud, demanding, rambunctious
TYPE 4 : The More Serious Child
Primary Connection to the World : Intellectual
Primary Movement : Straightforward and exact
Primary Need : To be respected by their parents and family members and respect them in return
May be described as : thorough, efficient, responsible, analytical
May be negatively judged as : critical, judgmental, know-it-all
2. Do my children use their natural gifts and trust them?
3. Are the things I think are important really important?
The goal of every parent should be to help a child develop a personality consistent with their true nature and natural movement, rather than one that contradicts it.
Say "I want to help you be happy being you" and "I love you just the way you are"
TYPE 1 : The Fun-Loving Child
Primary Connection to the world : Social
Primary Movement : Bouncy and random
Primary Need : To have fun and happy parents
May be described as : animated, fun, bright, light-hearted, friendly
May be negatively judged as : flighty, hyperactive, unreliable
- Let go of your anxiety in trying to shut down the endless ideas just because they overwhelm you. Appreciate all of them
- Try acknowledging and valuing your child's ideas as good and fun, they need not always turn into results
- Making little games out of ordinary tasks
- Take your child's thought process seriously and listen to what they have to say, no matter how scattered it may appear
- Invite your child to express their feelings before they build up and turn into explosive expressions
- Encourage emotional expression and be patient with any outbursts
- Appreciate the little things your child do everyday with the intent to put a smile on your face
- Never use disappointment or unhappiness to coerce or manipulate your child into behaviour that you want
- The tone of your voice matters (friendly, light-hearted)
- Let your child run and bounce at home
- Allow your child to create their own fun and express their natural profile
- Admire and acknowledge your child's excitement and enthusiasm with simple compliments
- If you get lost about what your child is talking about, don't bother to make them retrace their steps
- Facilitate opportunities for your child to interact with various people
- Understand that your child mind move so quickly that they actually get distracted by several things at a time
- Making things fun for your child along the way will attain the desired results easier
- Demanding and competitive sports can be too stressful for your child
- Remember your child likes newness, visual and hands-on learning over written instruction
- Remember that your child is naturally more right-brained (creative side)
- Create a very quiet environment if you want to child to fall asleep
- Do not tell your child to settle down and stop moving around, this is damaging and will alter their natural profile
- Don't demand that your child focus on one thing at a time, they won't
- Anything can be fun for your child, not necessary deliberately-created activities
- Your child is truly a joy, they are naturally happy and optimistic and forgive easily
- Encourage your child to embrace the power of their cuteness, and live true to themselves
Top 10 things your child needs from you!
1. Happiness
2. Freedom
3. Praise for their ideas and creativity
4. Encouragement to live true to who they are
5. Change
6. Time to have fun together and let your hair down
7. Laughter
8. Take them seriously
9. Don't sweat the small stuff
10. Avoid these phrases and judgments :
- settle down
- grow up
- you're too silly
- when are you going to become responsible?
- okay, that's enough fun
- everything doesn't have to be game
Type 1 children positive labels :
- Active
- Agreeable
- Animated
- Amusing
- Bouncy
- Bubbly
- Busy
- Charismatic
- Cheerful
- Cute
- Cute as a button
- Energetic
- Engaging
- Friendly
- Frolicking
- Fun-Loving
- Funny
- Happy
- Light-Hearted
- Likes to be the center of attention
- Little actor
- Little ray of sunshine
- Never sits still
- Outgoing
- Pixie
- Positive
- Random
- Smiley
- Social
- Social butterfly
- Smiles at everyone
- Talkative
Type 1 children negative labels :
- Attention deficit
- Daydreamer
- Flighty
- Hyperactive
- Idealist
- Irresponsible
- Lack of follow through
- Messy
- Mischievous
TYPE 2 : The Sensitive Child
Primary Connection to the World : Emotional
Primary Movement : Subtle and flowing
Primary Need : To have feelings honored and everyone in the family feel loved and connected
May be described as : tender, gentle, kind, thoughtful
May be negatively judged as : wimpy, shy, hyper-sensitive
- Do not stop your child asking questions
- Take time to plan for your child "specials" in life, they will feel loved, honored and special
- Give your child time to plan for what they want for occasions, you may provide a budget
- Reassure your child that they are not responsible for anyone's feelings
- Maintain a physical connection with your child throughout the years
- Reassure your child that their emotions are valid and they can take as much time to process and express those feelings as they need
- Help your child feel like they have a plan each day
- Give your child time to process how they feel about a new plan, sometimes new plans can feel jarring or disappointing for your child
- Your child is a worrier, allow for tears without negative judgment from you
- Planning together with your child will lower their anxiety level before any upcoming changes
- Encourage your child to share their feelings
- Use phrases like :
"How are you feeling?"
"Are you okay?"
"Do you need help?"
"Would you like to share something with me?"
Reassure your child with phrases like "Your feelings are important. You can feel whatever you are feeling and share your feelings with me at any time"
- Your child need comfortable moments and spaces to express their emotions to you
- Your child prefers comfortable conversations but may withdraw if it gets too heated. They tends to respond slower when asked a question because their thought process involves so many details
- When you see your child waiting quietly, pouting, whining, sulking or yelling, these are signs that they want something but they don't often understand that they can speak up and ask directly for what they need
- Use phrases like :
"Your needs are important"
"I want you to tell mommy or daddy what you want"
"Say what you need and I will hear you"
- Explain to your child that you are unable to relate to the world the same way they do unless your child tell you or share what they need or feel
- Your child may get frustrated when asked to repeat themselves as they assume they are not being listened to as attentively as they listen to others
- Your child naturally peace to the world but they need to feel it themselves first!
- Fairness is important to your child
- Allow your child chances to relax and spend quiet time alone or with you to recharge themselves
- Don't ever say the word "hurry" to your child, it will turn them into a turtle (set up a pattern of feeling they can never catch up)
- Your child may take longer time to do chores but they will do it with detail attention, if they don't feel overloaded
- Support your child in tackling only one task at a time
- Service oriented chores are high on your child priority list
- Your child may enjoy walking and hiking as it allow them to take in all the details of the world around them
- Your child likes gathering details and planning, and then creating
- Music, entertainment, swimming, karate, track or golf are stuff your child may enjoy. But before signing them up, provide your child enough details about what to expect and let them tell you how they feel about it
- Your child learn best from stories and examples. ie, 2+2 vs 2 barbies and my friend give me 2 barbies
Top 10 things your child needs from you!
1. Comfort
2. Reassurance
3. Validation for their feelings
4. Encouragement to live true to who they are
5. Answers to their questions
6. Time to be quiet and connect with you
7. Attention
8. To be heard
9. Don't sweat the small stuff
10. Avoid these phrases and judgments :
- hurry up
- you're too slow
- you're too quiet
- stop worrying so much
- don't be shy
- you're too picky
- you're a little awkward
- when will you finally finish?
Type 2 children positive labels :
- Agreeable
- Calm
- Careful
- Cautious
- Comforting
- Concern
- Cuddly
- Detailed
- Easy going
- Feels for others
- Gentle
- Graceful
- Kind
- Loving
- Low-key
- Pleasant
- Pleasing
- Quiet
- Relaxed
- Reserved
- Sensitive
- Soothing
- Subdued
- Sweet
- Tender hearted
- Thoughtful
Type 2 children negative labels :
- Crybaby
- Overly sensitive
- Pouty
- Shy
- Slow
- Timid
- Whiny
TYPE 3 : The Determined Child
Primary Connection to the World : Physical
Primary Movement : Push forward and determined
Primary Need : To be challenged and have new experiences with support of their parents
May be described as : strong, active, persistent, energetic
May be negatively judged as : pushy, loud, demanding, rambunctious
TYPE 4 : The More Serious Child
Primary Connection to the World : Intellectual
Primary Movement : Straightforward and exact
Primary Need : To be respected by their parents and family members and respect them in return
May be described as : thorough, efficient, responsible, analytical
May be negatively judged as : critical, judgmental, know-it-all
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Harmful ingredients for skin
Benzisothiazolinone (BIT)
Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzylhemiformal
Benzylparaben
Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
Butyiparaben
Ceteareth-20
Diazolidinyl Urea
Chloromethylisothiazolinone (CMIT)
Dichlorooctylisothiazolinone (DCOIT)
DMDM Hydantoin
Ethoxylated ingredients
Ethylene Oxide
Ethylparaben
Formaldehyde
Glyoxal
Hydroquinone
Imidazolidinyl urea
Isobutylparaben
Methenamine
Methylisothiazolinone
Methylparaben
Octylisothiazolinone (OIT)
Oxybenzone
PEG-75 Lanolin
Petroleum
Phthalates
Polyoxymethylene Urea
Polysorbate 20
Potassium Laureth Phosphate
Propylparaben
Quaternium-15
Resorcinol
Sodium hydroxymethylglycinate
Tocopherol
Tocopheryl Acetate
Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin
Triclosan
1,4-Dioxane
2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol (bronopol)
5-Bromo-5-Nitro-1,3 Dioxane
MONODODECANOATE POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. SORBITAN // POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. SORBITAN, MONODODECANOATE // POLYOXYETHYLENE (20) SORBITAN MONOLAURATE // POLYOXYETHYLENE SORBITAN MONOLAURATE // POYLSORBATE-20 // SORBIMACROGOL LAURATE 300 // SORBITAN, MONODODECANOATE, POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. // TWEEN-20
SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE
ALPHA-SULFO-OMEGA- (DODECYLOXY) POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) , SODIUM SALT // DODECYL SODIUM SULFATE // PEG- (1-4) LAURYL ETHER SULFATE, SODIUM SALT // POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) , .ALPHA.-SULFO-.OMEGA.- (DODECYLOXY) -, SODIUM SALT // POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) ,A -SULFO-W (DODECYLOXY) -, SODIUM SALT // POLY (OXY1,2ETHANEDIYL) , αSULFOω (DODECYLOXY) , SODIUM SALT // POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL (1-4) LAURYL ETHER SULFATE, SODIUM SALT // POLYOXYETHYLENE (1-4) LAURYL ETHER SULFATE , SODIUM SALT // SODIUM PEG LAURYL ETHER SULFATE // SODIUM POLYOXYETHYLENE LAURYL ETHER SULFATE // SODIUM POLYOXYETHYLENE LAURYL SULFATE
PEG-100 STEARATE
POLYOXYETHYLENE (100) MONOSTEARATE
POLYSORBATE-60
MONOOCTADECANOATE POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. SORBITAN // MONOOCTADECANOATE SORBITAN, POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS // POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. SORBITAN, MONOOCTADECANOATE // POLYOXYETHYLENE (20) SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE // SORBIMACROGOL STEARATE 300 // SORBITAN, MONOOCTADECANOATE, POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. // SORBITAN, MONOOCTADECANOATE, POLY (OXY1,2ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS.
POLYSORBATE-80
MONO-9-OCTADECENOATE POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. SORBITAN // POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. SORBITAN, MONO-9-OCTADECENOATE // POLYOXYETHYLENE (20) SORBITAN MONOOLEATE // SORBIMACROGOL OLEATE 300 // SORBITAN, MONO- (9Z) -9-OCTADECENOATE, POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. // SORBITAN, MONO-9-OCTADECENOATE, (Z) -POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. // SORBITAN, MONO-9-OCTADECENOATE, POLY (OXY-1,2-ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS. // SORBITAN, MONO9OCTADECENOATE, POLY (OXY1,2ETHANEDIYL) DERIVS., (Z)
PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL
HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, ETHOXYLATED // POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 2000 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL // POLYOXYETHYLENE (40) HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL
LAURETH-7
3,6,9,12,15,18,21-HEPTAOXATRITRIACONTAN-1-OL // 3,6,9,12,15,18,21-HEPTAOXATRITRIACONTANOL // HEPTAETHYLENEGLYCOL DODECYLETHER // HYPTAETHYLENE GLYCOL DODECYL ETHER // LAURYL ALCOHOL HEXA (OXYETHYLENE) ETHANOL // PEG-7 LAURYL ETHER // POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL (7) LAURYL ETHER // POLYOXYETHYLENE (7) LAURYL ETHER
CETEARETH-20
PEG-20 CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL // PEG-20 CETYL/STEARYL ETHER // POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 1000 CETYL/STEARYL ETHER // POLYOXYETHYLENE (20) CETYL/STEARYL ETHER
CETYL PEG/ PPG-10/ 1 DIMETHICONE
COPOLYMER // METHYLPOLYSILOXANE225CETYLMETHYLPOLYSILOXANE225POLY (OXYETHYLENE225OXYPROPYLENE) METHYLPOLYSILOXANE
Saturday, February 4, 2017
7 Detoxification Points of our body
7 Reasons for Detoxification
Just as our cupboards and pantry needs seasonal cleaning in the same way it is important to get rid of harmful toxins form our system so that the organs can function properly. Some of the most important reasons to detox are as follows :
Flushing out Toxins:
Environmental pollution, pesticides, chemicals and waste are stored in our system that slows down the functioning of the immune system and lead to fatal diseases like cancer, cardio-vascular diseases, joint pain, arthritis, etc and it is extremely essential to flush out these toxins form the body.
Improving the Immune System:
Periodic detoxification of the important organs such as lungs, liver, kidney, colon and skin helps in improving the functions of the immune system so that the body can fight bacteria and viruses that cause infections, cold, flu and fever.
Losing Weight:
Excessive toxins in the body mutilates the body’s capacity to metabolize stored fat and balancing blood glucose thus leading to slowed down metabolism and weight gain, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and several other chronic diseases.
Prevention of Chronic Diseases:
Accumulation of toxins in the body is one of the leading causes of various types of cancers, heart disease and strokes, asthma, acute bronchitis, etc. Periodic detoxification of the body helps in reducing the risk of these chronic diseases.
Improving Mental Clarity:
When less energy is consumed by the body in fighting diseases and ailments, it can be used to improve mental and emotional clarity to increase efficiency, performance and accuracy of work. It also helps in better decisions and increases the power of analysis.
7 Best Acupressure Points for Detoxification of the Body:
Detoxify the body and promote a healthy immune system naturally with acupressure and reflexology that helps in flushing out toxins by stimulating qi flow through the vital detoxification organs.
Great Rushing:
This point is located on the webbing between the big and the second toes. Stimulating this point on both the foot alternately helps in regulating and refreshing the liver, the most important detoxifying organ. Stimulating this point also helps in curing vision problems, menstrual cramps, headaches, lower back pain, sleeping disorders and insomnia.
Feet Pressure Points to Control Diabetes
Three Yin Crossing:
This point is located three finger-widths above the inner ankle bone along the back of the tibia. Stimulating this point on both the legs alternately helps in proper flow of energy and blood throughout the body. It also helps in reducing knee pain, lower back pain, treating gynecological problems like PMS, painful or irregular menstruation, insomnia, dizziness and helps in stress reduction.
three yin crossing
Important Note- This point should not be stimulated during pregnancy.
Shu Mansion:
This point is located in the depression just below the collar bone. Stimulating this point on both sides alternately helps in regulating the functions of the kidney, yet another important detoxification organ and flushing out toxins form it. In addition, it also helps in clearing nasal congestion and problems of breathing, asthma, chest tightness, anxiety, exhaustion and fatigue.
shu mansion
Union Valley:
This point is located in the webbing between the thumb and the index finger. Stimulating this point on both the hands alternately helps in flushing out toxins through bowels. It also helps in treating skin disorders and acne, allergies, headache, fever, tooth ache and eye problems.
Chest pain point 1
Important Note- This point should not be stimulated during pregnancy.
Inner Gate:
This point is located on the palm side of the hand, three finger widths above the wrist crease, in the middle of the arm. Stimulating this point on both arms alternately helps in regulating stomach, heart and liver qi. It also helps in relieving persistent coughs, chest congestion, cardiac pain, anxiety, dizziness, irritability and asthma.
Cardiac arrest point 3
Upper Sea of Qi:
This point is located slightly below the center of the breast bone. Stimulating this point helps in clearing the chest, allowing qi to flow freely through the lungs. It also helps in boosting the immune system and body’s capacity to fight illness, relieve anxiety and stress.
chest pain point 5
Lower Sea of Qi:
This point is located 3 finger widths below the belly button, on the mid line of the body. Stimulating this point helps in relieving fatigue and improving the immune system. It also helps in strengthening the immune system, relieving headaches, body aches, abdominal cramps, constipation, menstrual cramps, insomnia and general weakness.
point below navel
Try out these 7 simple and easy reflexology points to detox your body and live life in a healthier way by keeping diseases like cold, flu, fever, diabetes and cardio-vascular problems at bay.
Just as our cupboards and pantry needs seasonal cleaning in the same way it is important to get rid of harmful toxins form our system so that the organs can function properly. Some of the most important reasons to detox are as follows :
Flushing out Toxins:
Environmental pollution, pesticides, chemicals and waste are stored in our system that slows down the functioning of the immune system and lead to fatal diseases like cancer, cardio-vascular diseases, joint pain, arthritis, etc and it is extremely essential to flush out these toxins form the body.
Improving the Immune System:
Periodic detoxification of the important organs such as lungs, liver, kidney, colon and skin helps in improving the functions of the immune system so that the body can fight bacteria and viruses that cause infections, cold, flu and fever.
Losing Weight:
Excessive toxins in the body mutilates the body’s capacity to metabolize stored fat and balancing blood glucose thus leading to slowed down metabolism and weight gain, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and several other chronic diseases.
Prevention of Chronic Diseases:
Accumulation of toxins in the body is one of the leading causes of various types of cancers, heart disease and strokes, asthma, acute bronchitis, etc. Periodic detoxification of the body helps in reducing the risk of these chronic diseases.
Improving Mental Clarity:
When less energy is consumed by the body in fighting diseases and ailments, it can be used to improve mental and emotional clarity to increase efficiency, performance and accuracy of work. It also helps in better decisions and increases the power of analysis.
7 Best Acupressure Points for Detoxification of the Body:
Detoxify the body and promote a healthy immune system naturally with acupressure and reflexology that helps in flushing out toxins by stimulating qi flow through the vital detoxification organs.
Great Rushing:
Feet Pressure Points to Control Diabetes
Three Yin Crossing:
three yin crossing
Important Note- This point should not be stimulated during pregnancy.
Shu Mansion:
shu mansion
Union Valley:
Chest pain point 1
Important Note- This point should not be stimulated during pregnancy.
Inner Gate:
Cardiac arrest point 3
Upper Sea of Qi:
chest pain point 5
Lower Sea of Qi:
point below navel
Try out these 7 simple and easy reflexology points to detox your body and live life in a healthier way by keeping diseases like cold, flu, fever, diabetes and cardio-vascular problems at bay.
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