6 Great Reasons Sleep On Your Left Side

Your sleeping position is especially important to consider for your mental and physical well-being. This is because there's more to the quality of sleep you're getting than its duration. In fact, a small body of research suggests that people who sleep on their left side are not only likely to sleep better, but are believed to be healthier than those who sleep on their right side.

This idea stems from an ancient holistic approach to health and medicine developed in India, known as Ayurveda (meaning "the science of life"). But why sleep on your left side? It turns out that doing so enhances your digestion, alleviates back pain and also reduces heartburn. Let's take a closer look at the health benefits of sleeping on your left side:

1. It supports the body in getting rid of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials 

According to Ayurvedic tradition, sleeping on your left side bolsters the lymphatic system, allowing your body to better filter lymph fluid and waste via the lymph nodes. In this respect, your sleeping position makes a difference, because the left side of the body is the dominant lymphatic side. Furthermore, new research has found that sleeping on the left side can allow the body to clear waste chemicals from the brain more efficiently. In contrast, sleeping on your right side decreases the lymphatic system's efficiency.

2. It is good for the heart  

Sleeping on your left side improves circulation to the heart. The theory is that gravity can facilitate both lymph drainage toward the heart, as well as circulation away from the heart. 

 

3. It may reduce heartburn 

According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology, lying on the left side can help reduce acid reflux symptoms. On the contrary, lying on the right side may aggravate the symptoms. So, if you're struggling with heart burn, lie down on your left side for 10 minutes to alleviate the symptoms.

4. It may improve digestion 

 The idea that sleeping on your left side may improve digestion simply stems from a matter of gravity. The theory is that lying on the left side allows food waste to move easily from the large intestine into the colon. Therefore, this means that you are more likely to have a bowel movement upon waking. This sleeping position also allows the stomach and pancreas to hang naturally, as both organs are predominantly located on the left side. 

 

It may also better channel the gastric juices and easily promote the secretion of pancreatic enzymes. It therefore enables digestion to work little by little instead of all at once, which is what tends to happen when we sleep on the right side (see image above). 

 

5. It may alleviate back pain  

Sleeping on the left side can relieve pressure on the spine, and is therefore ideal for people who suffer from chronic back pain, allowing them to feel more comfortable and get a good night's sleep. 

 

6. It is beneficial for pregnant women 

Besides boosting blood circulation, sleeping on the left side can also help relieve pressure on the back, keeping the uterus from squeezing the liver. This sleeping position also increases blood flow to the uterus, kidneys and fetus.

Who does not benefit from this sleeping position?  

For the most part, there are a number of beneficial reasons for sleeping on your left side. However some, particularly those with heart disease, sleep apnea, glaucoma, and carpal tunnel syndrome, may not benefit from sleeping on one side. 

 

If you're unsure which sleeping position is best for you, consult with a medical professional.

Making the switch 

 If this is a sleeping position you are not used to, it might take some time to get into the new habit of sleeping on your left side. Here are a couple of tips to make the transition a little smoother: 

 

• Place a body pillow behind your back so that it is harder for you to roll off of your left side while sleeping. 

 

• Sleep on the opposite side of the bed than you normally do. That way, your sleep orientation won't feel so different. 

 

• Sleeping on your side can put pressure on your hips and shoulders, so opt for a softer mattress to relieve pressure in those areas. 

 

Without a doubt, the combination of a comfy bed and a health-promoting sleeping position will increase your chances of sleeping well.

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Humans Draw Energy From Each Other the Same Way Plants Do

This year an intriguing discovery was made. Apparently, we humans can absorb herbal energy from plants. This theory has been in the works for a long time by the ones who practice alternative medicine, but now this theory is supported by facts. This is also proof of the phenomenon that humans can share energy with each other.

Dr. Olaf Kruse recently threw the study proving that the algae Chlamydomonas reinhardtii can actually not only produce oxygen through photosynthesis, it can also use another source for getting an energy supply. The other energy suppliers are actually other plants that are in the vicinity of the green algae species.

Humans are very similar to this even though it doesn’t look that way in the beginning. But, if you stop to think that we depend on other sources of energy like sunlight, water minerals, food calories, and even oxygen, you would quickly come to realize how a lot more connected we are with the other living species that roam this Earth.

The way this discovery came to life was thanks to Dr. Kruse who actually planted a sample of the species and threw an entire observation related to it. They put the sample in conditions where the plant couldn’t receive any of its regular energy sources.


The plant actually started trying to pull energy from plants that are single-cell and are around them. They were capable to do this because the green algae produced enzymes that are capable of producing enzymes that can absorb cellulose from other plants.

The fact that this plant is capable of digesting cellulose actually beats and contradicts every other study related to plants ever. To put it bluntly, some plants are capable of actually and literally eating other plants.

Dr. Kruse also went on saying that this phenomenon explains why people feel different and also respond differently while being exposed to different types of human energy close to them physically.  He also stated that basically, humans are capable of feeding off of each other, emotionally.

This study also explains why we need to starts taking bio-energy more seriously and studying it a lot more than we do.

People enjoy being in nature because nature is our main source where we get all of our needs. With this in mind, it’s important to know not to expose yourself to energy drainers. Here’s how to accomplish that.

Walk Barefoot

When the time comes where you feel completely drained from any energy source and you feel like you need to lie down and sleep, take your shoes out and go outside. Find the nearest hill, park, or mountain and have a nice walk.
If you don’t want to do this just sit down on the ground – Earth is capable of putting our energy levels in check.

Eliminate Negativity

Negativity has the ability to ruin just about everything in our life, from our mood to our health. It’s important to stay away from it and face it realistically when you have to deal with it. If you bottle it up you’re going to leave no space for positivity in your life.

Cleansing and Detox Bath

When these hard times come, it’s time to take a nice bath. But not any regular bath, even though that would work just fine too – takes some sea salt and put it in your bath. This is an ancient way of clean yourself from any bad energy and makes yourself feel better.

What most people don’t know is… detox is a proven method to eliminate unwanted and harmful waste from your body. Holistic medicine, has been supporting these facts for years.

Within a matter of weeks you can look younger, feel more alive, and trim weight off your body… without ever going on a diet, It's called Detox Bath.

Being an alternative therapist myself, I can surely say that we do tend to take negativity from people. Those who have a lot of positive energy, do attract people towards them. Not only plants give us energy, we can also give energy to plants, animals along with people for their good. This is purely based on science- that there is energy everywhere. So, we can draw energy from the Universe and pass it on to self and others with our hands ! One has to really experience it to believe in it. I've had physicians and cardio as my patient and students !

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Avoid high protein diets

 An actor was on a protein-heavy diet in order to get the body of an athlete. Many actors follow similar diets to bulk up for a particular role.

However, according, to new studies from the Netherlands and Korea, published online in Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation, a high-protein diet may harm kidney function, and this is why doctors recommend kidney patients a low-protein diet. The high-protein culture (Atkins, Zone, South Beach, and Ketogenic diets) involve daily protein intake of 20% to 25% or more of the total daily energy intake.

Without protein, our bodies would be unable to heal from injury, stop bleeding or fight infection. That’s why eating protein is so important to staying healthy. “The average person needs between 40 to 65 grams of protein each day,” says a Senior Consultant Nephrologists & Transplant Physician,  and adds, “Ideal protein for chronic kidney disease patients who are not on dialysis is 0.6 -0.8 grams and for Dailysis dependent patients is 1.2 grams.”

When protein is ingested, protein waste products are created. Healthy kidneys have millions of nephrons that filter this waste. It’s then removed from the body in the urine.

Unhealthy kidneys lose the ability to remove protein waste and it starts to build up in the blood. “Those with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) will benefit with a low protein diet, as low as 0.8 grams per kg body weight. It has been now found that a vegetarian source of protein is better than animal sources in CKD,” says  Sr. Consultant – Nephrologist & Complex Kidney Transplant Expert.

Protein and the stages of CKD

The five stages of CKD are defined by the glomerularfiltration rate (GFR), a measure of how well your kidneys are functioning. “Although stage four indicates a severe decrease in kidney function, you’re still able to live without dialysis.

Because there’s no cure for kidney disease, the primary focus is keeping you nourished and reducing protein waste build up. Excess protein waste can cause nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting, weakness, taste changes and itching. If you’re in stages 1, 2, or 3, your protein intake may be limited to 12 to15 percent of your calorie intake each day. This is the same level recommended by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) for a healthy diet for normal adults. If you’re in stage 4 of CKD, your dietitian may advise you to reduce protein to 10.percent of daily calorie intake,” says a Dr.

Are some proteins better than others?

High protein foods like meat, milk and eggs can be high in fat and cholesterol. “If you have high cholesterol or cardiovascular disease, your doctor and dietitian may recommend eating more heart-friendly proteins. Good choices include fish, chicken breast, and low-fat soy products as well as low-fat dairy products.

Phosphorus is a mineral that builds up in the blood as kidney failure progresses. You may be advised to reduce high protein foods that are high in phosphorus, if your level goes above normal. Milk, yogurt, cheese, dried beans and peas, nuts and seeds, peanut butter and some soy products are high in protein and phosphorus,” says the Dr.

How is protein managed?

To make sure one is getting the right amount of protein, Dr. says, “Speak with your  dietitian to get specific guidelines regarding your protein intake. This number will depend on your CKD stage, lab results, body size and other health conditions. If you’re prescribed a low protein diet, your portions of protein containing foods will be smaller than usual.”

If not protein, then what?

Although diet may be limited in high protein foods, one can still eat a variety of foods, such as eggs, milk, meat, poultry, fish,fruits, vegetables and grains. “Eating adequate calories is important to prevent muscle breakdown and weight loss. It is advised to eat more healthy fats, such as olive oil, or take supplements to help  get enough calories,” says Dr.

Doctors also have concerns about the long-term effects of maintaining a high protein diet. “One should have have a balanced diet consisting of carbohydrates, fat and proteins. Restrict supplemental proteins and minimum intake is 0.8 gm to maximum 1.2 gm per day. It is proved beyond doubt that vegetable proteins are safe and has more advantages,” says a lead consultant.

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Suffering from constipation? Try this salt water cleanse!

Constipation troubling you?

Constipation is a chronic problem and it is estimated that 20% of people worldwide suffer through this. Accompanied by an aching, bloated stomach and an uneasy feeling, it can also happen when you eat something that doesn’t suit your body or you eat something too quick. When the pressure builds up in the stomach, you can also suffer from trapped wind in different parts of your digestive system, causing a range of symptoms including burping and flatulence. An upset stomach can even swell up. So, naturally, when you are feeling uneasy and "full", having another meal would be the last thing on your mind. However, instead of clutching the pillbox, what we instead suggest you do is drink something very simple.

Do a salt water flush to clean your system!

Do you think salt water remedies are just limited to the days you suffer from a bad throat infection? Is it only useful to gargle and swish away the germs from your mouth? Think again. Having a big glass of saltwater when you are feeling constipated might be the much-needed cure to cleanse your digestive system and relieve symptoms of constipation. We tell you how.

Here's why

The active ingredients in the drink-salt and water are two of the most powerful and helpful ingredients you can find in the kitchen and carry so many benefits. In a chronic condition like this, salt water may hold the key to cleaning out your digestive system and carry a reaction, which can clean out of bowels, solving the problem from the root.

An intense salt water gargle like this works by starting a biochemical process in your body. Salt helps by detoxifying the body naturally and supplying good electrolytes in the system, which facilitate digestion and help eliminate waste. On the other hand, water in itself works by hydrating the body and pushing away the toxins. According to doctors, simply increasing your water intake or taking in more soothing drinks can also lessen down the symptoms of a bloated stomach.

Preparation

The salt water flush is most effective if you perform it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. If you do it later in the day, just make sure you haven’t eaten anything in the past one to two hours. Here is an easy preparation which can help.
In a big jar or bottle, add in about 1 litre of filtered water (it shouldn't be boiling, but heated up suitably). To this, start by adding 2-3 tablespoons of salt. Mix it vigorously and swirl it around, making sure that all granules get dissolved.

How to do a salt water flush

Once ready, take big sips of this solution and try to drink this mixture quickly. Ideally, aim at finishing this in the 10-minute window post making the drink so that it doesn't lose out on its taste.

Following this, you can also choose to massage your belly and abdomen in a gentle motion, which would further facilitate the relaxation inside the digestive and ease out the flow. This remedy can start working out in under 30 minutes and empty out the toxins and the waste from your body. You will feel cleansed in no time.

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