The Lymphatic Clinic - Joanne Booth

Tips to Boost Your Immune System

No one wants to get sick, and luckily our immune systems do a lot to keep us healthy. If you’re getting wintertime colds, experiencing allergies, or just generally trying to stay healthy, supporting the immune system is one of the best ways to prevent illness. 

Your Immune System is a System

A whole body approach to health looks at your body as a complex system with physical, emotional, and spiritual components. Well, your immune system is a system in and of itself, like a huge orchestra where every instrument needs to perform well in order for the whole group to work properly together.  So if you think about it, boosting your immune system from a whole body, point of view might be the best way to enable your top performance.

There are plenty of techniques that not only support your body as a whole but can boost your immune system too. Here are just a few.

1. Get Enough Sleep

The importance of sleep in every aspect of your health really can’t be overstated. Getting 8+ hours of sleep each night can help regulate your immune function. In fact, in a study of over 22,000 people, those who slept less than 6 hours per night or had sleep disorders were more likely to get colds and other respiratory illnesses. Try for between 7 to 9 hours of sleep most nights. Rest is a chance for the body to regenerate and can be a natural way to heal yourself every night. If you have a hard time getting enough sleep, try regulating your schedule so that you go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. You might also try to make your room darker and quieter. Also try to remove clutter.  Another tip that helps some people get to sleep is to decrease the amount of screen time a few hours before bed.

2. Relax and Release Stress

Experiencing excess stress can suppress the immune system, making you more susceptible to getting sick. Reducing prolonged stress may be very important to keeping your immune system working correctly. Taking time to relax and rejuvenate is a simple and effective way to boost your immune system. There are lots of  ways to rest and relax, such as spending time with friends and family, reading a book, spending time in nature, meditating, and more. Try out different ways to relax and see what works for you!

3. Eat a Healthy Diet

Eating healthy, whole foods is a great way to boost your immune system naturally. Foods that aren’t processed are rich in nutrients and antioxidants that can help boost your immune system. Having a healthy gut microbiome has also been shown to benefit your immune system. Foods high in fiber and probiotic-rich are good for supporting microbiome health.

• Plenty of fruits and vegetables — The antioxidants they contain can help combat free radicals (chemical by-products that may damage your DNA and suppress your immune system).

• Omega-3 fatty acids — These may increase your body’s ability to produce immune regulating compounds

• Plenty of water — Water helps your cells eliminate waste and work more efficiently.

• Garlic is known to possess properties that fight viruses and bacteria.

• Ginger is a natural anti-inflammatory food that should make a regular appearance in your meals. A slice in your cup of tea is a wonderfully warming drink in the winter.

4. Get Enough Vitamins

A healthy diet should give you the wide variety of vitamins that your body needs, but making sure you have enough of these important vitamins is helpful for boosting your immune system.  

• Vitamin C: This is an antioxidant that can strengthen your body’s natural defences. Vitamin C can be found in citrus fruits such as oranges and grapefruits, as well as strawberries, kale, spinach, and broccoli.

• Vitamin B6: This vitamin is responsible for producing cells that regulate immune responses. Foods rich in B6 are deep green vegetables, chickpeas, and fish.  

• Vitamin E: This antioxidant can help the body fight off infection, and is found in nuts, such as almonds. Seeds are also a source of Vitamin E, including pumpkin and sunflower seeds. Spinach and other dark leafy greens are also good sources.

• Vitamin D3: The active form of vitamin D tempers the damaging inflammatory response of some white blood cells, while it also boosts immune cells production of microbe-fighting proteins.  

• Zinc: This is necessary for immune cell function and cell signalling so not having enough can lead to a weakened immune response. Zinc supplements stimulate particular immune cells and reduce oxidative stress.

5. Herbs

Many believe that herbs such as echinacea, elderberry, and andrographis may help reduce the severity and duration of illnesses like the flu or the common cold. Read about these herbs, and if you think they’re for you, try taking them at the first sign of symptoms!

6. Support your Microbiome for Optimal Health

Our microbiome is made up of thousands of strains of bacteria and other organisms. The good gut bacteria take our digested food and manufacture the chemicals needed for all parts of our body to operate properly. Scientists have found that the microbiome is essential in shaping the development of innate and adaptive immunity.

Testing with the Body Code™ may quickly help you determine how well your microbiome is functioning, and the “Foods, Herbs and Nutrients” portion of the Body Code™ contains detailed identification charts to help determine any dietary changes that may be needed. These tools can greatly help you in naturally restoring your microbiomes functionality.

Fermented foods such as yogurt, sauerkraut, kombucha, kimchi, kefir, and natto can help support good gut bacteria.

7. Stay Active

Regular, moderate exercise has been shown to mobilise the cells of your immune system and even protect it from the effects of getting older. Try taking a hike, going to a yoga or tai chi class, taking a walk with a friend, or picking up a new hobby like cross-country skiing, rock climbing, Star jumps, skipping or any other physical activity you enjoy!

8. Use Energy Healing

Energy healing can help facilitate physical and emotional balance and recovery! The Emotion Code® with The Body Code™ can help you discover and remove energy blockages. This can lead to a boost in your overall health and happiness, which naturally supports a healthy immune system function.   Getting regular Lymphatic treatments help your body remove toxic waste and regular Adjustments keep your body in  balance.

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Tips to relieve stress                                 

What is stress? It is nothing but an imbalance of energy, partly conscious and partly subconscious. The energy you spend focusing on negativity and fear is directly proportional to your stress level. Instead, focus on positive steps that will help calm your mind, soothe your soul, and relieve stress.

11 Quick Tips for Stress Relief

Read on for a few effective stress relief techniques. If you find yourself stressed and not sure what to do, try applying some of these methods.

1. Find Peace Through Forgiveness

If there’s someone who has hurt you or wronged you in some way, and you haven’t forgiven them, your stress level will inevitably be greater than it should be. The higher path of the spirit is to be at peace with the universe and with all our fellow beings. None of us are perfect and we all have reasons for acting the way we do. Strive for a state of acceptance and understanding of others, despite their negative behavior or difficult nature. And don’t forget to go easy on yourself too! How many times have you chastised yourself for making a poor decision, lashing out at others, being clumsy, or running late for a meeting? Most mistakes we make won’t affect us in the long run. In fact, by recognizing the value in our own folly, we can learn some of life’s most valuable lessons! Learn to let things go and be generous and kind to yourself and others.

“To err is human, to forgive, divine.”

― Alexander Pope

1. Choose Positive Emotions

You are the pilot of your own course in life. When you find yourself automatically being guided toward the emotion of anger, for example, wait a few seconds and ask yourself if it would better serve you to change course!  The ability to choose more positive emotions is something all of us have, but it’s like a muscle that needs regular exercise in order to serve us best. When you focus on flexing this muscle, you will learn better patience and your emotions will enhance your life instead of controlling it.  This can also help you maintain healthy boundaries with yourself and others. Make only the commitments you know you can keep without stressing yourself out.  Learn when to say no when you’re uncomfortable.  Respect your time, energy, and resources. Take care of your physical needs by getting enough rest and proper fuel.

1. Prayer for Stress Relief

Prayer is something that can help you on a daily basis. In times of stress, consistently calling on your higher power can be extremely helpful. 

1. Relieve Stress With Energy Healing

Energetic imbalances such as trapped emotions  the remnants of trauma that have become stuck in the body can lead us to unconsciously choose certain feelings, thoughts and expectations. Try an energy psychology technique such as the Emotion Code®, Body Code™, or Belief Code® to help reset patterns, and allow the mind to focus on the positive instead! 

Using these methods, you can release emotional baggage, help restore peace to your subconscious, and correct physical imbalances too. This can lower your stress level by quickly getting straight to the underlying causes of negative emotional choices and nagging, negative thoughts. Removing these underlying causes of stress will also help your physical body to heal and function optimally, providing you with more energy to fulfill your commitments, meet your deadlines, and create a state of acceptance and forgiveness on a daily basis. The Emotion Code and the Body Code are easy to use and effectively achieve lasting results in balancing the mind, body, and spirit!

1. Eat Nutritious Foods

Never underestimate the power of good nutrition.  Healthy nutrition supports your brain function and can be an important step towards reacting more positively in stressful situations.  When our bodies are stressed, cutting down on foods that cause inflammation, such as sugar and processed foods, can be helpful. Choosing to instead eat whole, nutrient-dense foods can lower cortisol levels in the body, leading to less stress.  Magnesium is especially helpful in helping the body process cortisol, so when you need some extra support try eating these magnesium-rich foods:

• Avocados

• Pumpkin seeds

• Spinach and other leafy greens

• Dark chocolate

• Bananas

• Almonds

• Figs

1. Try Herbal Supplements to Relieve Stress

If you aren’t able to get enough of a particular nutrient or vitamin in your diet then supplementation can be really helpful.  In times of increased stress our bodies need support, and these supplements can reduce stress levels.

Some great supplements that may reduce stress levels are:

• Ashwagandha

• Epsom Salt Baths

• Magnesium

• L-Theanine amino acid

• B vitamins

1. Find Time for Self Care

When you’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed, it can be hard to take time to slow down.  You might feel like the best way to feel better is to get everything done as soon as possible. However, sometimes dealing with your stress first can be a better way to tackle your tasks. 

Set aside time to do something that recharges you. It could be as simple as watching an episode of television, taking a walk, or going to a coffee shop to meet with a friend.  When we do this, it can be helpful for gaining perspective and recharging. Then, when you return to what you need to get done, you’ll have the energy to do it.  

1. Get More Sleep

Worries and negative thoughts can keep you up at night, but lack of sleep will only worsen your stress.  Try to get more hours of rest instead. Try winding down a few hours before bed by turning off any screens, drinking some herbal tea, listening to calming music, practicing gentle yoga, meditating, taking a bath, or anything else that helps you calm your mind before bed.  Having a consistent nightime routine will help signal to your brain ‘you can relax now.’ Retiring to bed and waking up at the same time every day can also be very helpful for resetting your sleep schedule and making sure you get enough rest.

“A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.” 

— Irish Proverb

1. Laugh More for Stress Relief

It may sound silly, but laughter actually causes positive physical changes in your body.  Laughing engages and then calms your stress response. So, when you’re feeling stressed, try hanging out with your funniest friends, watching a comedy, reading jokes, or listening to comedy. 

1. 10.Exercise to Relieve Stress

Movement is a great way to help your body deal with stress.  Exercise can increase your overall health and sense of well-being. When you exercise, your brain is flooded with endorphins. Studies have found that regularly engaging in exercise decreases tension, elevates and stabilizes mood, and improves sleep. Even just five to ten minutes of aerobic exercise can have these wonderful stress-reducing benefits.

1. 11.Meditate for Stress-Busting Benefits

Meditation is an amazing way to calm your mind. Meditation can help train your mind to focus on a certain thought, so when you’re spiraling into stress over something you might be more able to redirect your attention to positivity and calm. Deep breathing can have a similar calming effect. These practices calm the nervous system and can have a lasting impact on your stress levels throughout the day. 

Dr Craig Gordon (Ret)                                              B App Sci Chiro., B App Sci Hum Bio.

All healing comes from within.

Dear Friend,

This Is My Story.  When I was a boy, around age nine,  I developed paralysis of my legs.  Sometimes I’d be fine but other times when I was running about, I'd suddenly lose all power and down I’d crash. 

I was taken to see various doctors but no one could actually pin point the trouble.

Finally, my parents took me to a Chiropractor. When he finished examining me, he told us he believed he had found the true cause of my paralyses. He had found a pinched nerve in the bottom of my spine.

He said, 

“The pinched nerve is shutting off the power to your legs”.

That made perfect sense to me. It was obvious when he explained it - I knew my legs weren’t getting power supply. 

The good doctor gently adjusted my spine.  It didn’t hurt at all, it  actually felt really good.  It felt like something that was all locked up was finally released. And…guess what? The paralysis went away and it has never come back.  (I write this nearly 6 decades later).

This special healer has long since passed on. But I still send him huge appreciation and gratitude because not only did he help me heal the paralysis,  he taught me that all healing comes from within.  All we have to do is remove whatever is interfering with our own natural process.

HE ALSO INSPIRED  ME… to become a Doctor of Chiropractic!

Now people come to see me with their health problems. They come to me with their headaches,  tiredness,  insomnia,  migraines, fibromyalgia, hip and leg pain, shoulder and arm pain, whiplash, stress, neck pain, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, spinal cord injuries and depression, just to name a few.

Here’s what some of our practice members have said: 

“I’ve had chronic depression just about all my adult life. Within two weeks of starting under Dr Craig I was off the medication and feeling much better. Six months have passed and I feel great”.  Mary K

“Following a few years of working in a very high stress job I developed insomnia. I was really tired the whole time and just had a lot of trouble concentrating or even motivating myself.  The pills I was on were of some help, but I really felt life was slipping by. The councillor I was working with suggested I see Dr Craig Gordon . I phoned the next day and got started. I don’t think I’ve had a bad night since. It’s unbelievable really that my recovery was so quick”.  John F 

“I believe I’ve lost about 20% of my lifespan with migraines. They were hitting me monthly and even with an injection the migraines could go out of control for days. Dr Gordon adjusted my head around the temple area on my first visit. Boy did I sleep that night!  Now I hardly ever hurt!  Joan M

Please understand, I don’t take the credit for any of these healings.  I understand that the doctor is not the healer, but that true healing comes from within the patient. 

Even though I retired from Chiropractic several years ago, I still hold closely to many of the ideas I learned:

The Chiropractors call Nerve Interference “Subluxation” - substandard energy flow between the brain and the body.  Over the years many new ways have been developed to reduce or correct subluxation and my methods have changed.  The days of popping and twisting are over.  I am more inclined to use my trusty Arthro-Stim.  More inclined to use bio-feed back or a brain scan than an X-Ray. But my goal remains the same as ever,  to remove whatever is interfering in the natural process. 

If it's been a while since you've had a checkup or you've developed a health problem, please come and see me. Together, we'll start the process to reduce the interference and restore proper body function again.  Look forward to seeing you soon.

Yours For Better Health,   

Dr Craig Gordon (Ret)

The Body Code and Emotion Code - Joanne Booth

12 Exercises to Develop an Abundance Mindset & Achieve Your Financial Goals

As human beings, our brains are wired to keep us safe from harm. This means our minds will often focus on scarcity and fear if we let it!  However, we have control over our thoughts and can shift our mindset to one of abundance. Shifting your mindset in this way can attract more of what you want, helping you to achieve success in all aspects of your life including financially! 

Nearly everyone would like more abundance in their lives. We all want an abundance of love, health, kindness and yes financial freedom.  If you’d like to be able to create more abundance in your life, we’ve got great news for you. The power of positive living can bring you to a higher energy state where you can avoid negative energy, and be empowered to achieve more abundance.  You can get started right now by following some simple advice.

What is Abundance?

Abundance could be defined by the world we live in as having the freedom, time, and resources to help you live the life you want to live. And since we do live in the real world, resources could mean money. While money won’t bring true joy, it is often required to help us pursue what does bring us joy, or to sustain us as we do.

Financial abundance doesn’t necessarily mean having a certain amount of money in the bank or never having to work again. But imagine not having to worry and stress about money, because you feel safe and secure in paying your bills while doing things you love. Of course, this takes effort, but aligning yourself — energetically with your financial goals can help make them easier to achieve. 

The Law of Abundance is quite simple:

• what we believe, we receive

• what we project, we attract

• you will reap what you sow

'Abundance is not something we acquire, it's something we tune into.'   Wayne Dyer

What is an Abundance Mindset?

An abundance mindset means that you believe there are enough resources in the world for everyone, yourself included.  It can guide you to see more opportunities and possibilities and focus on the positive.  By incorporating an abundance mindset into your daily living, you may feel happier about your own successes and accomplishments and even reap more joy from the prosperity and good fortune of others.

The opposite of an abundance mindset is a scarcity mindset. This means feeling like there isn’t enough opportunity for everyone to succeed. This mindset can lead to fear and a lack of faith in yourself to achieve your dreams.

Adopting an abundance mindset may not be easy at first, but with some practice, it can become second nature to you.

12 Exercises to Develop an Abundance Mindset

Many different goals, like saving money or advancing your career, can be wonderful side effects of adopting an abundance mindset or setting an abundance goal. 

1. Be Grateful

Gratitude may be as essential to your happiness as oxygen is to your body.  Being grateful for what you have, brings positive energy into your life and allows you to send and receive joy. It can help you create the attitude you need to leave self-doubt, fear, and frustration behind. And that can help you manifest the abundance you crave and achieve your financial goals. If circumstances or old attitudes have you struggling to find your gratitude, try a few simple daily exercises, such as:

• Pausing to recognize the abundance around you: the sunshine, your comfortable bed, friends and family, and food.

• Positive affirmations. (For example, I attract abundance. I am living an abundant life. I believe more abundance is on its way to me.)

• Reaching out to your higher power to express your thankfulness for all you’ve been blessed with.

• Mindfully pausing to count your blessings. 

2. Remove Blockages

What attitudes, preconceived notions, or habits might be blocking your abundance? Do you lack confidence in your ability to earn more money, advance your career, or achieve money goals? Do you hold onto every dollar for fear of losing it? Remember that money, like everything else, is a form of energy and is meant to be exchanged. Holding onto it out of fear or doubt can block that flow and not only keep you from sending it out, but also receiving it. Negative thoughts about money can lead us into a paralysing fear of taking action, which will never help us achieve our financial goals.

Remember, intention is a powerful force. Using it mindfully to change your way of thinking can bring higher, healthier energy into your financial life. This may help you erase the negative self-talk that might otherwise keep you from pursuing that promotion, making a sound investment, or making a career change that might make all the difference.

3. Get Balanced

If your body’s energy is out of balance, we believe it can cause all kinds of physical and emotional issues. This is due to the energy of negative emotions already being trapped within you, where they can stay for years or decades. If you have a tendency to doubt yourself or can’t seem to break free of your fears, anxiousness, or insecurities about money, it’s possible that the energy of trapped emotions is to blame.

Through the Emotion Code®, you can identify what those trapped emotional energies might be, and then work to get rid of them. It’s a simple process, and you can try it on yourself or work with Joanne to get started. 

Releasing trapped negative energies could be an important step in manifesting, attracting, and achieving your financial goals and creating more abundance.

4. Identify Your Beliefs About Money

It’s important to understand wealth and your personal mindset regarding money and financial responsibility. To begin, take some time to write down what you think about money in general, both good and bad. Write about how you have felt about money throughout your life.

• Have your thoughts about money changed over the years?

• If so, why have your ideas changed?

• Were your ideas about money and wealth taught to you by your parents or other adults?

When you’re done, review what you’ve written. Look for patterns that may be triggering negativity or imbalances, which can actually block you from abundance.

5. Release Fear

Have you ever caught yourself thinking (and therefore acting) from a place of fear or scarcity? If you’ve had struggles with finances or job security, you might feel like holding onto every penny possible or getting a more “secure” 9-to-5 job should take priority over pursuing a career dream. These thoughts originate from fear, not from passion or desire. Instead of thinking about what could go wrong, consider what might go right if you go after what you really want.

6. Be in the Moment

The mindfulness that comes from being in the moment is a part of many calming practices like yoga and meditation. It should be a part of every single thing you do.

For example, being in the moment while eating can help you to slow down, make better food choices, and avoid eating past fullness. And in moments of contention or others letting you down, that same mindfulness in the moment can help you be more empathetic and see the best in the people you’re with. Seeing the best in others can improve relationships and make for a much happier and more abundant you.

Part of being in the moment is keeping yourself from agonising over the past and worrying about the future. Rather than waste energy on that, be in the moment to appreciate your present life. This appreciation can help you adopt a more positive, abundant mindset.

7. Work on Yourself

Have you ever felt like the more you develop your skills, keep a positive mindset, and refine your character, the more opportunities seem to find you — without you necessarily having to seek them out? Has an amazing relationship, career opportunity, or realization of a dream ever seemed to fall into your lap when you weren’t looking? Well, maybe you attracted that blessing by being the amazing, positive person you are. 

Working on your mindset, expanding your capabilities, and simply “living right” seems like a no-brainer, but if you believe in the Law of Attraction, then you know that doing these things can only help your chances of living a more abundant life.

8. Practice Your Passions

What brings you the most complete joy and fulfillment? Find it and then DO it. Perhaps it’s a hobby in your free time, but it could also mean a drastic career change. If you’re in the corporate world, but your true passion is to build furniture, maybe someone is trying to tell you something. What starts out as a side hustle could blossom into the fulfillment you crave.

Sometimes following your passion means major lifestyle changes, but they can lead to true happiness.

9. Focus on Possibilities, Rather Than Limits

If you believe you cannot afford a home, get a new job, or save for early retirement, you’re far less likely to take the steps to accomplish those goals. If you truly believe there are wonderful opportunities around every corner, you’ll put more effort into seeking them out! A scarcity mindset can get in the way of your dreams, because you may settle for less with the assumption that your desires are unrealistic. Adopting an abundant mindset makes everything appear achievable.

10. Don’t Fear Financial Commitment

To successfully achieve wealth and abundance, make a plan and follow through. This relates back to whether your mindset toward financial abundance is genuine. For instance, don’t tell yourself that you’re going to save money by eating out only once a week, and then run through the drive-thru the very next day. You would just sabotage yourself.

Make a solid plan, put it in place, and stick to it immediately. Don’t procrastinate and or compromise your plan, not even a little. Consider how many times you’ve told yourself you’ll start tomorrow, next week, or next month. Decide now to avoid the sabotage procrastination creates.

11. Avoid Dream Squashers

There are people who are choosing a life of scarcity, and they like to drag you down into their misery by trying to crush your happiness and achievements. If you can, try to share your positivity with them. If they continue to steal your sunshine, walk away from that toxicity.

12. Share the Abundance

The abundance mindset is a belief that there are bountiful resources, and there should be enough for everyone (yes, that means you too!). If you have an excess, share it don’t hold it over the heads of others who have less. “If you are more fortunate than others, it’s better to build a longer table than a taller fence.”

Sharing your abundance in the areas you have it (even if it’s just an abundance of a sunny attitude, sense of humor, or kindness) can help you and others experience what abundance really is — and more readily achieve it.

Releasing Trapped Emotions Attracts Financial Success for Energy Healing Clients

Many of us have unnecessary issues when it comes to money, this doesn’t have to be the case. By releasing your trapped emotions, or having me work on you with the Emotion Code or Body Code™ you can get to the real reasons why you are having financial difficulties. Once you release those emotions watch out because a whole new world may be opened to you.

Energy Healing Tools for Abundance

Energy healing could help you resolve what may hold you back from a more abundant life. Releasing negative energy or trapped emotions with the Emotion Code and the Body Code could go a long way toward helping you achieve financial abundance and success. Negativity and emotional baggage could be blocking you from the success you might otherwise be able to attain, and practicing energy healing regularly could help keep those blockages clear.

If you want to live a more abundant life, there is no time like the present to use these tips and tools that could help you achieve it. Don’t wait for life to happen to you. You control your own energy and can work to turn positive vibrations from your higher power into wealth and abundance on many levels.

It's your chance to improve today.

Joanne

Credits Discover Healing.