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By Lizbeth Rawlinson, M.D.
Where to start? – Part I
From Homeopathy you can pick Hypericum and Arnica as ointments or creams. Hypericum for muscle pain and infected wounds, scratches, bites, etc. Arnica also for muscle pain, contusions, twisted ankles (or other twists) but should NOT be used when skin is broken.
The “Rescue Remedy” of the Bach Flower Therapy will help you when facing stressful situations (bad news, traumatic situations, accidents, arguments, upset, examinations, stage-fright); the remedy will bring back balance, calm and therefore Health, by placing positive feelings where bad emotions are taking over. Easy to use: pour 4 drops in the tongue or 4 drops of the formula in 6 oz of pure water…stir gently and drink it; have 4 of these at least 4 times a day and always as soon as you wake up and at bedtime.
A must of aromatherapy is Lavender essence: relief for stress, headaches (and other pains), rheumatic conditions, contusions, mild depressions, insomnia, acne, burns, insect bites, skin problems and works as antiseptic. Inhale vapor of a few drops of essence diluted in hot water, or pour 5 drops of essence in 250 ml of water and spray the room; try 5-10 drops of essence in a warm bath and you’ll fell much better. Essence has to be mixed with another oil before applying to skin (1-3 drops of essence in 1 teaspoon of almond or soy oil).
From Nutritional Therapy: Omega-3 Fatty Acids -Fish Oil has been associated with a modest decrease in mortality after myocardial infarction and anti-hypertensive effect and is recommended by the American Heart Association recommendation when triglycerids are >1000; Other beauties: improvement of patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Crohn’s disease, painful menses, chronic fatigue syndrome and also lowers risk of chronic pulmonary disease in smokers.
Remember to verify contraindications, side effects and possible interactions with other medications or alcohol and consult with an alternative medicine expert or your physician for further information.
Dr. Lizbeth Nathalia Rawlinson
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