Posts Tagged ‘Digestive System’

What Causes Eczema – Here’s How to Cure your Eczema

July 12th, 2010

25 weeks 4th baby

What Causes Eczema There are many causes of eczema. There are different things such and dust which create allergic reactions. But for me, the fundamental reason why you suffer with eczema is that you have a weak immune system which needs to be strengthened so it can fight off all manner of diseases including eczema.

If you develop a stronger immune system your body will be able to self heal itself from colds, flu, eczema and all manner of other diseases.

To develop a stronger immune system you need to eliminate all the bad foods and include more of the goods foods.

The bad foods do not deliver much nutrients to the cells. They do not nourish the body and actually can cause you to become overweight.

The good foods cleanse, rejuvenate and nourish the body cells from the inside out. You feel different from within when you eat the right sort of food.

Here is a list of the good foods you should include in your Eczema Diet.

#1 – What Causes Eczema List of Good Foods

To develop your immune system you should eliminate foods that put a burden on your body and bring little nutrition.

The first thing to do is to give up all white flour and foods that contain it. Foods such as cookies, white bread, cakes, etc. When flour lands in the stomach it turns to a sticky paste and is slow to digest. This creates an extra burden on your digestive system.

#2 – The second thing you can do to strengthen your immune system is to eat approximately three cups of bean sprouts with your meals each day. There are various varieties. The most popular ones are Alfalfa and Mung beans. Sprouts are very high in enzymes, vitamins and minerals. They detoxify the body and delivery healthy nutrients to body that suffers with eczema.

#3 – The next thing you should do is to introduce essential fatty acids into your diet on a daily basis. Foods high in essential fatty acids include Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Avocado and Flax seed. Essential Fatty Acid lubricate the body, the skin and the internal organs. This is great for eczema skin.

#4 – The next thing you can do is to drink organic vegetable juice on a daily basis. Raw juice detoxifies the body eliminating toxins and waste products efficiently. Your juice might contain spinach, ginger, cucumber, celery and bean sprouts. Raw juices whether fruit or vegetable are digested by the system within twenty minutes and delivers much needed nutrients.

#5 – Finally, you should introduce more quality foods into your diet. The best foods are 100% raw foods. One meal per day should consist of at least 65% raw ingredients. So 35% could be a piece of grilled chicken. The other 65% can consist of a large salad, vegetables, bean sprouts and seeds. This represents a nutritious and beneficial meal.

There are many causes of eczema. But if you have a strong immune system you will be able to self heal from within without having to rely totally on creams, potions and ointments. By introducing a few new routines into lifestyle you will create a stronger more powerful immune system and heal yourself from a large array of ailments.

The many benefits of baby massage for you and your baby

November 17th, 2009

Soap nuts - natures ways

Baby Massage for Colic, wind, teething, colds and congestion
You may find that during the first months of your babys life he may suffer from a number of minor uncomfortable complaints. One of the most common complaints is trapped wind. This is largely thought to be caused by babies swallowing air when feeding and having an immature digestive system unable to cope with expelling it. A distressing form of trapped wind is known as colic and is catogorised by prolonged bouts of crying, pain when passing trapped wind, a hard tense stomach and baby bringing his knees up to his chest in discomfort Relief from colic and wind is an important benefit of baby massage. Massage helps to tone the digestive tract, expel wind from the body and break down large air bubbles, making them easier for your baby to pass. By massaging your babys tummy you are physically able to support your babys digestive system. Massage can also help to ease constipation too. This can be of particular use when your baby starts solid food. Baby Massage can also bring relief from the pain of teething through massage around the mouth and gums. It can also help to ease sinus congestion by helping to drain the nasal passages of mucus. The use of oils on your babys skin during baby massage can also help to improve the overall condition of his skin which can be particularly useful if your baby suffers from dry skin, eczema or cradle cap.

Creating bonds between you and your baby with baby massage

Bonding with your baby is a complex matter occurring over time through understanding and communication. It does not always happen immediately and there is not set time in which you must bond with a baby or the opportunity to do so lost. Bonding is very important between a parent and baby to ensure the survival of the baby and the emotional state of the parent. Your baby needs you to feel a bond towards him so that his needs are met and he is protected and nurtured. Baby Massage encourages bonding by creating the perfect environment for touch, eye contact, exchange of personal odours, and vocalisation with your baby; all important aspects of bonding.

Baby Massage for relaxation for you both.

If you have ever had a massage you will be familiar with the sensation of wellbeing it evokes and the release of tension throughout the body. Your baby will experience these sensations when you massage him. A happy relaxed baby is more likely to feed well, sleep well and have a good temperament. A happy baby also helps to make a happy parent. If your baby is feeling relaxed you will be more likely to feel relaxed which is important in the early days of parenting when it can often feel as if you are on a steep learning curve. Having fun with your, exchanging smiles and laughing together whilst you massage are important in building a relationship of love and trust between you. When you massage the skin, the body produces the hormones prolactin and oxytocin. These hormones help to lower the levels of stress hormones in your body and help combat the symptoms of stress. Both you and your baby may fell more relaxed after a session of baby massage

Helping your Babys Development through baby massage and skin stimulation

Stimulation of the skin is crucial to the development of all young, not only human infants. Studies have shown that infant animals not exposed to touch tend to be aggressive and can develop antisocial behaviours. Baby massage can help to encourage your babys development by providing him with the vital skin stimulation he craves, boosting the circulation to his muscles making him stronger and more physically able. His brain is stimulated with new sensations and experiences. By evoking all of your babys senses using massage, you will teach him about social behaviour, language, movement and you can help him to reach his developmental goals. A daily massage can also help to increase your babys stimulation levels by stimulating his nervous system producing new connections between the body and the brain. The more developed a babys nervous system, the more equipped he will be to cope with stimulation such as bright lights, loud noises, and strange smells.

Get Started

To get started you need to create a quiet and peaceful place for you to massage, use some Blossom & Berry Pure and Organic Baby Massage Oil, and place baby on our unique Blossom & Berry Baby Massage Mat. Use a simple guide to the strokes, relax and have fun. Always make sure baby is well before you begin massage and avoid massage if baby is suffering from any of the following conditions or ailments it would not be advisable to give baby a massage.

Acute infections, Fever, Sickness, Diarrhoea, Undiagnosed lumps and bumps, Contagious Disease, Serious Skin Complaints, Recent Surgery, Open Sores, Inflammation, Clicky Hips, Epilepsy, Heart or Lung problems or Less than 72 hours after immunisation.

You should consult your medical professional before practice if your baby is on medication or has any serious medical condition.