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HOW TO HELP YOUR BODY HEAL ITSELF:
Traditional Chinese Medical Topics - Classical Homeopathic Topics
Classical Homeopathic Topics:
Central to Homeopathic philosophy is the principle of self-cure, the idea that health is not merely the absence of symptoms but a dynamic state of equilibrium, both mental and physical, in which an individual is able to establish and maintain health without dependence on drugs, doctors or any therapy.
It is the process toward freedom and independence, an increased consciousness and capacity to engage life on all levels.
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Traditional Chinese Medical Topics:
This year we are offering several seminars to educate and empower patients to look after themselves and their pets in a pro-active manner, using food as the main treatment modality.
Since the earliest times, Chinese people have been concerned about their daily food consumption. Even today, they consider it a first line of treatment for all body imbalances. It is common for the Chinese to treat illness with a specially prepared meal or by including a particular ingredient in a dish or soup in order to rebuild body integrity and function. Working within this paradigm, my soup-drinking patients recover their health quickly and are able to maintain a high level of vitality. The stock for these soups is easy to make in advance and can be stored in the freezer until needed.
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The following seminars are based on this ancient model of healing. If the title includes a soup, samples of that broth will be served. Handouts outlining dietary suggestions are included along with the recipe for each soup listed. Cost is $10. unless otherwise indicated.
Please call (941) 926-9082 in advance to reserve a place
Driving Directions can be found on our contact page.
January 16, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
“Chinese Soup for Healthy Weight Loss and Restored Vitality”
Attendees will learn how to make a delicious soup that strengthens digestion, removes toxins and trapped water, and reduces body heat and inflammation within the internal organs. Melinda will explain how different foods affect metabolism and which foods encourage ideal body function.
February 13, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
“Chinese Soup To Prevent Osteoporosis”
The recipe is made crock-pot style from carefully selected herbs and bones that work with the body's internal energy or “Qi” to rebuild structural vitality and integrity without harmful side effects. Topics covered will include an easy way to understand how bones age, and the risks involved with Western drug intervention. Surprising benefits are achieved by nourishing the organ systems responsible for strong bones, tendons and muscles. This soup can be used as an alternative to Fosamax or other bisphosphinate drugs.
February 16, 10 a.m. -12 p.m.
“Holistic First Aid and Acute Care for Dogs that Travel”
Free Seminar held at Holistic for Pets, located at 713 Honore Ave. Sarasota.
For more information visit www.holisticforpets.com The first hour of the seminar reviews Essential First Aid Kit supplies for traveling with your pet (everything from gauze pads to eyewash). The second hour addresses Emergency Remedies for Acute Injuries. Melinda will cover what a pet owner can do holistically to assist injured dogs prior to professional veterinary care. The contents of the Travel Kit include Chinese herbal remedies for bleeding, burns, bites and stings, food poisoning and traveler's diarrhea; as well as homeopathic remedies for cuts, bruises, sprains & strains, eye injuries, heat exhaustion and acute emotional states.
March 15, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
“Chinese Soup For Pet Joint & Bone Vitality”
Seminar held at Holistic for Pets, located at 713 Honore Ave. Sarasota.
Cost is $10. For more information visit www.holisticforpets.com
March 19, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
“Chinese Menu Selections for Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Pain”
Rheumatism is characterized by pain in the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, or nerves, and is often described as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, bursitis, neuritis, and sciatica. All of these conditions are marked by dehydration, inflammation and mineral imbalances in the affected tissues. This seminar covers home-prepared meals that reduce inflammation, rebuild damaged tissues and regenerate joint and bone vitality. Menus and recipes are easy to shop for and prepare. All ingredients are derived from natural plant and animal ingredients, and have been used therapeutically in China for more than two thousand years.
The Fall 2008 schedule will be posted in June, 2008
FALL SCHEDULE:
“Chinese Soup For Women's Hormonal Health”
Attendees will learn how to make a soup that helps women of all ages recover their natural hormonal health and menstrual vitality. Therapeutic uses include irregular cycles, pain or cramping, absence of menstruation, late or scanty periods, endometriosis, fibroids, cysts, abnormal uterine bleeding, infertility and menopausal difficulties. Due to the rarity of some ingredients, packages of the raw herbal materials will be available for sale.
“Self Help Methods that Defeat Insomnia”
Nothing is worse than not sleeping well. When our minds won't shut off and we can't get to sleep, or we wake up too easily, or our slumbers are disturbed by overly vivid dreams, nothing is right. We are tired, moody, and short tempered. Our muscles stiffen, our heads hurt and our abilities to focus on daily tasks are severely compromised. Often we experience additional symptoms such as heart palpitations, ear ringing, low back and knee pain, light-headed sensations and flushes of heat.
Chinese medical theory attributes these sufferings to dysfunctions or imbalances in the working dynamics of key functional substances (Qi, Blood, Yin, Yang, Jing, Shen) within the body mind and spirit. Addressing the disparities within these elements can rebalance the energy pathways of the body and render sleeplessness a thing of the past. During this seminar, Melinda will present simple self-help methods involving acupressure points, diet and breathing exercises that when practiced diligently will ensure a wonderful night's sleep. Cost is $10.
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