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Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) by Gina Orlando, MA. CH |  | | When the angle of the sun gradually drops during fall and winter, some people feel “a dark cloud” or moments of depression come over them. Lack of sun afflicts many people with a common condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Low serotonin levels caused by lack of sunlight can cause the blues in almost anyone. Here are some tips for avoiding SAD.
Have Enough Full-Spectrum Light - Using incandescent bulbs in office or home lamps can boost the mood. Increase Serotonin Levels – Exercise, food changes, supplemental nutrients and even hypnosis are good ways to increase the serotonin levels of the brain. Increase athletic activity and protein intake. Get Fresh Air Daily – Even the best air quality in homes and offices cannot beat the real thing. Even on the coldest of winter days it is important to go outside and breathe in some crisp, winter air. Not only does this boost the body’s energy level, but levels of serotonin as well.
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Managing IBS During the Holidays with Dr. Tom Bayne, D.C. 
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is becoming more common, especially in women. According to WebMD.com, 20 percent of Americans suffer from IBS. While IBS is not a disease, it is a set of chronic symptoms that can constantly interfere with eating, sleeping and other day-to-day activities. IBS symptoms can be aided through a professional, personalized workup (everyone’s sensitivities are different), stress management, probiotics and diet. The holidays are especially challenging for those who struggle with IBS.
“The rich foods that are rampant in our holiday diets can easily trigger IBS symptoms,” explains ChicagoHealers.com Practitioner Dr.Tom Bayne, DC. “While all cases of IBS are different, there are several trigger foods that are obvious to almost all IBS patients,” he states. Here, are some food options for IBS patients to have a healthy holiday season.
Avoid Alcohol- With holiday parties every weekend, its hard to avoid alcohol. However it is also a must. Alcohol can cause diarrhea, bloating, and constipation. Peppermint tea calms the colon and is a great way to stay in the holiday spirit. Avoid Sugar- While some may think sugar is needed to make a dish taste great, cutting it out can cut out IBS symptoms. Try a mouthwatering, unsweetened cranberry dish or a sugar-free Pumpkin pie. Save the sugar intake for foods that really need it. “A small amount of sugar is ok,” explains Bayne. “A cookie now and then is a well-deserved holiday treat.” Keep a Food Diary- Perhaps the most important rule for IBS sufferers, keeping a food diary is an effective way to manage symptoms. Once a patient has a good idea of what foods to avoid, they can skip IBS symptoms completely |
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Be Happy. It’s one way of being wise. Colette
December 2007 Calendar of Events | Chicago Healers Whole Person Lecture SeriesSouth Loop Whole Foods Market 1101 S. Canal Street, Chicago This lecture series will resume in January 2008. Lectures are held on monthly on varying Tuesdays each month. This recent Chicago Healers partnership offers potential reaching a new audience in a vibrant and growing part of Chicago.
Holistic Moms Network Chicago Chapter Lecture Series Lakeview Whole Foods Market 3300 N. Ashland Ave, Chicago Thursday, February 21st, 2008, 7 p.m. Dr. Mayer Eisenstein, founder and Medical Director of Homefirst ® Health Services presents a lecture and open forum to discuss parenting concerns over vaccine education, safety, and choices.
Chicago Healers Practitioners offer classes all over Northern Illinois – Yoga, Meditation, Feng Shui, Herbs and Essences, Belly Dancing, Wealth Management, Shamanism, Stress Management and More! Click on the link above for a full Calendar of Events! |
| The 5 Aspects of Healing |  by Dr. Marilyn Mitchell, M.D.
We human beings are complex and multidimensional. Often we live in limited and habitual patterns that do not allow us to experience our full potential. Healing is the process by which we bring more of ourselves and our inner truth into our lives. As a physician healer, I have worked with many patients to achieve healing, whether there is a physical illness, hormonal imbalance, or emotional issue that calls them into the healing process. We look at 5 aspects of ourselves that function simultaneously, making the fabric of who we are, and then work with each of these.
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| Practitioner Highlight |  Susan Meier, BA, CN Clinical Nutritionist, Chicago
Services Orthomolecular medicine/Clinical Nutrition – thorough investigation of a patient’s health, symptomology, blood and urine tests, I then recommend supplements to bring the body/mind back in balance. Hair Analysis – to assess your overall state of health. This test provides me with information on stress level, sugar tolerance, digestive processes, glandular functions etc. and – yes – emotional health. It gives me ‘basis’ information about your health. Healing of emotional trauma, panic or anxiety through somatic exercises, nutritional supplementation and visualization. As a Swiss-born practitioner, who lived and practiced in many countries (third world countries included), I have had first-hand experience with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), panic, anxiety and insomnia. I gained tremendous insight into human health by studying different philosophies worldwide (Ayurveda, homeopathy, visualization, herbology, somatic experience). I am dedicated to help patients lead a better, healthier life. To read Susan’s professional Chicago Healers profile, click here: Meier |
| Practitioner Highlight |  Georgina Salgado Chavez, ND, Lac, Chicago Herbalist, Acupuncture, Homeopathic Remedies
Services Acupuncture is a 3,500 year old modality which works with life energy from the body. Oligotherapy is a bud therapy which we use the extract of buds to get rid of toxins from the cellular level. Homeopathic remedies (similar cures similar) uses a substance from a mineral, plant or animal that produced the symptoms in a very low dose as a remedy to cure a problem. Homeopathy is the second most used medicine in the world. Herbs are as old as life is. Herbal medicine uses the energy and properties of the plants to obtain health. Microcurrent therapy is electricity in the lowest form, is used to treat pains, use in the acupuncture points, and also with facial rejuvenation combine with color therapy, nutrition and natural creams. Hypnosis is a form in which work with our subconscious mind, to changes the things that cause problems in our life. Flower essence is used mainly for the health problems such a depression, anxiety, sleep difficulty, guilt, etc. Body, mind and soul should be work together in order to accomplish health; the body is one of the most sophisticated equipment that has the capability to heal itself. All of the modalities that I use are related to energy healing, which is powerful and efficient.
To read Georgina’s professional Chicago Healers profile click here, Chavez |
| Quit Smoking for Good! by ChicagoHealers.com Practitioners | |  Public Smoking Ban in Illinois – January 2008. You can really quit! Help from Chicago Healers Practitioners. Following are some articles on reasons to quit (even more!), tips to help you quit from a holistic perspective (how to integrate being a non-smoker into your system) and where to find support during this process! Quit Smoking Today – 10 Great Tools
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