Colonic Cleansing…Who Knew Elimination Could Be So Good!

At first when I decided to get colonics I was very nervous.      

 

I had an automobile accident when I was 18-years old. In that accident I suffered several injuries including: multiple bone fractures, lacerations to my stomach, left lung and diaphragm, spleen and my colon.

And, for the last 17-years I have suffered from residual ailments as a result of my trauma injuries and surgeries.  Silently, I suffered digestive problems for years with no knowledge of a treatment to help aid my symptoms. 

Symptoms I experienced were:

·         Constipation

·         Abdominal pain after eating

·         Bloating

·         Gas

·         Inability to digest dairy or yeast

My weight would fluctuate from 5-7 pounds depending on what I ate that day.

I soon realized that it was my diet that was causing my digestive system to be out of whack.

Once I started to discover what was causing my Irritable Bowel Symptoms through the process of elimination, I soon discovered that my symptoms were due to a lack of intestinal enzymes needed to process certain foods properly as a result to my previous traumas and lifestyle stresses.

My food sensitivity started with dairy and bread and ended with meat such as beef and pork. Therefore, I removed them from my grocery list.

However, when I dined out at some of Atlanta’s finest restaurants, my symptoms would reoccur. 

In this society it is hard to eliminate all dairy, bread, and meat from some of our favorite meals. Even if they are not a part of our main entrée; at least one of the three are an ingredient used to make our dishes. 

Therefore, I started to detox heavily, to eliminate everything I ate before it would cause digestive problems and make for a miserable evening.

Eventually, I started to suffer from anemia and exhaustion because I was eliminating the good with the bad.

One day I ran into this lady by the name of La Tanya Young who held my attention.

Not only because her name is similar to mine (Tonya), but because she seemed knowledgeable in her line of work as a Physician’s Assistant (PA).  La Tanya Young owns Sol Sanctuary Holistic Detoxification Center in Roswell, Georgia. 

Needless to say, I scheduled an appointment with Ms. Young and was completely impressed by her services. Ms. Young greeted me at the door with a big smile. She sat me down and comforted me that my experience would not only be painless, but also relaxing. 

She showed me around her facility. Then she escorted me to a room with a massage table and a dry sauna. I was instructed to lie down in supine position on a BioMat table and relax while the heat soothed my muscles and increased my circulation, allowing a more peaceful elimination. 

After taking a quick nap on the BioMat for approximately 15-minutes, I was ready for action; La Tanya escorted me to the colonic table. 

As I entered the room I saw a big beige plastic table with an open compartment that looked like a sink with an attaching hose. 

But as I inched closer to the devise, I noticed that it was more like a birthing table with mantles for leg placements on each side of the table and a rectangular whole used as an elimination bowl with a thin hose attached (similar to a toilet with no sitting water).

It was then that I was told that the process would be self-administered from this point forth. Boy was I relieved to know that she was not taking away one of the most personal experiences of my existence! 

Ms. Young instructed me to:

1.       Undress from the waist down.

2.       Get on the table and cover-up with the disposable sheet.

3.       Put on plastic gloves and lubricate the area of insertion.

4.       Insert the tube (smaller than a pencil’s width) only 2-inches into my rear.  (The tube is slightly curved upward for comfort, and to leave room for waste to eliminate without obstruction).

Once the process was done I pressed the button for farther instructions. 

Next, she entered the room and turned the water on.

The saline water entered the inserted tube slowly. It was very warm and soothing; and the flow was non- disruptive to my sphincter muscles.   

Within minutes I could feel my intestines filling with water and it was all downhill from that point forth. 

The experience was more relaxing than a self-induced BM, because the warm water made the entire process slow, painless, and effortless.  

 I chose to watch the clear tubes as the waste traveled from my body through this long clear pipe which led to a toilet devise that Ms. Young came in to flush occasionally, as she re-heated the pillow she had placed on my stomach to help things loosen even more.

Overall, it was a wonderful experience. 

Afterwards she escorted me to the sauna where I released even more toxins by sweating for 30-minutes.

The last step was the consultation in which we discussed my diet and she gave me future tips on detoxing at home, eating better for my body type, and aftercare tips for the next 48 hours. 

I left Sol Sanctuary feeling refreshed and rejuvenated and about 10-pounds lighter!

For more information on Colonic Cleansing contact Ms. La Tanya Young at 770-717-7000, or log on to: www.solsanctuarydetox.com.

 

*This article was written by Tonya Jones, owner of World Therapy Center*

Bamboo Terry Robes

A robe should be much more than something you slip into after a long days work.

Your robe should represent your safe haven from life. Robes are like our personal royal attire that confirms we are the masters of our domain; the rulers of our territory.

Bamboo Terry Robes make the perfect luxury robe to unwind in. These eco-friendly bamboo terry cloth robes are by far the softest around.

They are used by some of the finest resorts and cruise ships around.

Made with 100% sustainable Moso Bamboo fibers, they make the perfect gift to give to family and friends for occasions such as get well gifts, holidays, and special occasion gifts.

Bamboo Terry Robes are unisex and come in a variety of sizes. They have a shawl collar, matching terry trim, two patch pockets, and a matching belt.

Once you put them on, you will never want to de-robe again.

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Yeah Baby’s Cloud 9 Spa Slippers

Slip into these cuddly soft spa slippers and you will never feel alone again. Yeah Baby’s Cloud 9 Spa Slippers will have you wiggling your toes non-stop.

This unisex slipper ensures comfort for every one of all sizes. From XS-S, M-L, and L-XXL, Yeah Baby, you will find just the right fit for your individual needs.

The Yeah Baby’s new ultra-soft exclusive design delivers a relaxing fit. Yeah Baby’s are safe for wet areas (such as gym showers). These spa slippers are silent on hard floors and they are machine washable.

For information and order instructions on Yeah Baby’s Cloud 9 Spa Slippers log on to: http://www.sagepayments.net/eftcart/products.asp?M_id=315471591751.

Yeah Baby’s are available in Black, Chocolate, Sage and Mystic Blue.

Six Rules of Social Networking Security

Social networking is the wave of the present, and the challenge of the future. As more and more social networking sites emerge, the main challenges competitors face involve improving internet security.


From a business aspect social networking is sometimes viewed as an “online cocktail party”. A place where companies can be visible to consumers through a one-way channel of communication, while at the same time giving customers (or “fans”) insight into the everyday operations of their organization.

However, for the individual social networking is just a finger flick away from getting their voices heard by sharing personal information, pictures and daily quotes with friends, family and co-workers.

But, be it professional or personal, social networking sites can lure users into a false sense of security due to lowered inhibitions resulting from the lack of face-to-face contact. This false sense of anonymity tends to lower social networkers natural defenses; leaving individuals and companies to expose themselves in ways they normally would never consider to a stranger on the street or an associate at a cocktail party.

Therefore, it is important to keep both yourself and your company safe on social networking sites by following these Six Rules of Social Networking Security:

1. Be Discreet – Never include information in your profile page, instant message, or bulletin board that would leave you vulnerable to unwanted visitors, malicious threats, or simply people that are out to take your personal information such as business or personal addresses, phone numbers, job titles, birth dates, schedule details, and daily routines.

2. Be Professional – Always use pictures or videos that show you in your best possible image.

3. Be Skeptical – Be skeptical about what you read on social networking sites. Research all information or simply ask the profile controller where they got their information source from before repeating it as factual knowledge. It can lower the integrity of a business establishment, or an individual’s image as an expert in a particular profession.

4. Be Wary – Never reveal persona l business information or financial information on a social networking site unless there is a way to independently verify everyone’s personal identity.

5. Check Privacy Policies – Take the time to read (and understand) each social media’s privacy policy page. They tend to include the types of information that will be revealed or sold to secondary parties such as spammers.

6. Be Thoughtful – Always think twice before typing. Never post anything that can defame the image of another person or company. Because, once information is released on the world-wide web there is no taking it back. It is documented, and a date and time is attached for recording purposes.

Therefore, until a social networking site is discovered that gives its users a sense of control when it comes to their personal and professional security. It is important that all social media users take heed and think before finger flicking.

Brain-Eating Amoebas Found in Fresh Water

Brain eating amoebas have been known to pose serious threats to humans swimming in fresh water lakes, ponds, and under-chlorinated pools. Summer's long days and sultry nights of endless heat create the ideal environment for the amoeba known as the Naegleria fowleri, which likes to live in shallow fresh waters where the water temperature exceeds 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Open passageways, such as the nostrils, gives this amoeba the perfect access it needs to eat away at juicy, nutrient-filled human brains.

Diving into infested waters can be life threatening if these “brain suckers” are present. According to the Center for Disease Control, the Naegleria fowleri is a microscopic amoeba most commonly found in the upper layer of sediment in the bottom of lakes and ponds with mud floors. However, infection occurs rarely. A little over 33 cases have been reported in the United States since 1998.


Once the amoeba enters the body through the nostrils, it travels straight to the brain and spinal cord. It may take a day to two weeks for symptoms to develop. However, illness resulting from this infestation has a rapid state of progression, and usually ends in death within 3 to 7 days.

Symptoms

• Headache

• Confusion

• Fever

• Loss of balance and bodily control

• Nausea and Vomiting

• Stiff neck

• Inability to focus

• Seizures and hallucinations

The symptoms of amoeba infestation are very similar to spinal meningitis. Therefore, it is important to inform a medical professional if you experience these symptoms after swimming in fresh water lakes, ponds, or under-chlorinated pools.



Prevention Methods

1. Wear a nose clip in fresh water lakes, rivers, and ponds.

2. Do not swim, jump or dive in warm, stagnant, fresh water, such as ponds, storm water and retention areas.

3. Immediately seek medical attention if symptoms develop or infection is suspected.

8 Daily Health Tips for a Better Life

Many people say they eat fairly healthy, exercise at least 2.5 hours a week (as recommended by the American Heart Association), and get at least 6-8 hours of sleep each night.

However, they still find it hard to wake up in the mornings, have regular bowel movements, keep their skin looking healthy and vibrant, and to maintain the appropriate energy needed to perform at their top level of efficiency.


In today’s hustle and bustle society sometimes a balanced diet, regular exercise, and a good night’s sleep are simply not enough for the average active adult. Don’t wait until you find yourself “sleep working” before you decide to make a life change. Nor, should you wait until your boss finds you in that same embarrassing situation.

Start supplementing your diet with eight essential things that are guaranteed to make you a healthier and more energetic “super person”.

1. Water

Be sure to intake at least 64 ounces of water daily (8-8oz glasses). Increase your water intake on the days that you work out by an additional 24 ounces. More than two thirds of our body weight consists of water. It only takes a 2% drop in the human body’s water supply to trigger signs of dehydration. Our brains are made of 95% water, lungs 90%, and blood 82%. According to freedrinkingwater.com, an estimated seventy five percent of Americans have mild-to-severe dehydration. Signs of dehydration are:

• Daytime fatigue

• Fuzzy short-term memory

• Trouble with basic math

• Difficulty focusing on smaller print

2. Green Tea

Loaded with cancer fighting antioxidants, green tea is essential for increased energy and metabolic rates (metabolism). In addition, it also helps to reduce bad cholesterol levels, while assisting the arteries to help improve blood flow. The recommended dosage is no more than 3 cups.

3. Omega 3-6-9

Polyunsaturated fatty acids such as Omega 3 and omega 6 are essential fatty acids that our bodies cannot manufacture, so they must be consumed in our diets. Omega 9, on the other hand, is not as essential because our bodies can manufacture it from other sources. The benefits of taking an Omega 3-6-9 supplement are:

• Lowered blood pressure

• Improved glucose metabolism

• Improved joint and muscle health

• Increased growth rate of hair and nails

• Improved skin health

• Improved cognitive function and emotional health

4. Flaxseed

Flaxseed is not just a super food. It is addressed as a “wonder food,” according to WebMD who considers it to be one of the most powerful plant foods on the planet! The main health qualities that makes flaxseed so nutritious is that it contains omega 3 fatty acids, lignans (containing plant estrogen and other antioxidant qualities), and both soluble and insoluble fiber. The health benefits of flaxseed are:

• Prevents and inhibits tumor and cancer growth

• Helps in regulating and normalizing the heart beat

• Helps with diabetes to improve blood sugar levels

• Reduces inflammation caused by Parkinson’s disease, asthma, clogged arteries, and damaged joints and muscles.

• Helps with woman’s hot flashes

Try adding flaxseed to your yogurt or breakfast smoothies.

5. Detox Supplement

Taking a detox tea or pill supplement at least once a week helps to cleanse the body of impurities consumed from daily diets, prescription medications, and air born toxins. Eliminating the body of excess impurities helps to maintain total body health and promotes weight reduction.

6. Vegetable Vitamins

We all want to think we are getting all of the servings of fruits and vegetables we need each day, but most of us are not. For the people that are, it is hard to get all the servings every single day.

Super Juice is a Daily Multi Phyto-Nutrient vitamin formula made from vegetables, fruit and botanical plants. It does not replace whole fruits and vegetables, but it is a supplement designed for people who may not be getting all the Phyto-Nutrients from their diets alone.

7. Emergency

This powerful blend of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants is designed to:

• Boost immunity

• Increase energy levels

• Increase metabolism

• Replace key minerals and electrolytes like potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium lost through perspiration and regular bowel elimination.

8. Aloe Vera Juice

When 2-4 ounces of Aloe Vera juice is consumed twice daily it can help to:

• Detoxify and cleanse the colon

• Detoxify the blood stream

• Heal stomach ulcers and help the digestive tract to work more smoothly

• Improve circulation

• Increase cellular growth and regeneration

• Prevent illness by acting as a antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral agent

Always purchase Aloe Vera juice made from 100% pure Aloe Vera.

Aloe juice can have a very bitter taste. However, some Asian aloe drinks are designed to be very tasty and somewhat enjoyable. Most farmers markets and Asian markets sell them for under $3 dollars.

Sinkholes: slowly but surely

Guatemala City 2010

Sinkholes, also called swallow or shake holes, form slowly but can have a dramatic effect once they occur. Very little change can be detected on the ground surface of a sinkhole in one’s lifetime.

Rocks beneath the earth’s surface, composed of materials naturally dissolved by water, such as salt, gypsum, anhydrite, limestone and dolomite, sometimes decompose to the point that they “give away” to the pool of water sitting beneath them.

Holes remain intact underneath the ground until enough erosion occurs, causing the land above it to sink abruptly. This sudden change has historically been devastating for many. Land collapses are sometimes small, and other times they are enormous and can occur in some of the worst places like where a building or house is on top.

US cities reported to have suffered the most damage from sinkholes are: Florida, Tennessee, Alabama, Texas, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Missouri.

However, on May 30, 2010, an enormous sinkhole appeared in heart of Guatemala City’s urban district, engulfing a large building along with the entire street intersection nearby. This 66-feet wide and 100-feet deep cylindrical hole finally gave in to its lack of underground reinforcement, when Tropical Storm Agatha swept through the city streets. Two teenagers and their father were killed as a result of the gigantic hole.

Sinkholes can occur naturally in areas where no manmade structures are present. They can also occur as a result of poor building practices, in which the proper drainage system is incorrectly developed, or in areas where the drainage system has been obstructed (such as the case in Guatemala City).

Due to an increase of sinkholes around the world, Scientists are currently researching early detection methods.