Neurofeedback

 

Like other forms of biofeedback, NFT uses monitoring devices to provide moment-to-moment information to an individual on the state of their physiological functioning.  The characteristic that distinguishes NFT from other biofeedback is a focus on the central nervous system and the brain.  Neurofeedback training (NFT) has its foundations in basic and applied neuroscience as well as data-based clinical practice.  It takes into account behavioral, cognitive, and subjective aspects as well as brain activity. 

NFT is preceded by an objective assessment of brain activity and psychological status.  During training, sensors are placed on the scalp and then connected to sensitive electronics and computer software that detect, amplify, and record specific brain activity.  Resulting information is fed back to the trainee virtually instantaneously with the conceptual understanding that changes in the feedback signal indicate whether or not the trainee’s brain activity is within the designated range.  Based on this feedback, various principles of learning, and practitioner guidance, changes in brain patterns occur and are associated with positive changes in physical, emotional, and cognitive states.  Often the trainee is not consciously aware of the mechanisms by which such changes are accomplished although people routinely acquire a “felt sense” of these positive changes and often are able to access these states outside the feedback session. 

NFT does not involve either surgery or medication and is neither painful nor embarassing.  When provided by a licensed professional with appropriate training, generally trainees do not experience negative side-effects.  Typically trainees find NFT to be an interesting experience. Neurofeedback operates at a brain functional level and transcends the need to classify using existing diagnostic categories.  It modulates the brain activity at the level of the neuronal dynamics of excitation and inhibition which underly the characteristic effects that are reported. 

Research demonstrates that neurofeedback is an effective intervention for ADHD and Epilepsy. Ongoing research is investigating the effectiveness of neurofeedback for other disorders such as Autism, headaches, insomnia, anxiety, substance abuse, TBI and other pain disorders, and is promising.

Being a self-regulation method, NFT differs from other accepted research-consistent neuro-modulatory approaches such as audio-visual entrainment (AVE) and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) that provoke an automatic brain response by presenting a specific signal.  Nor is NFT based on deliberate changes in breathing patterns such as respiratory sinus arrhythmia (RSA) that can result in changes in brain waves.  At a neuronal level, NFT teaches the brain to modulate excitatory and inhibitory patterns of specific neuronal assemblies and pathways based upon the details of the sensor placement and the feedback algorithms used thereby increasing flexibility and self-regulation of relaxation and activation patterns. 

Neurofeedback helps control mood disorders like anxiety and depression, or problems with the central nervous system like conduct disorder, temper tantrums, specific learning disabilites or ADHD, sleep disorders, epilepsy, cognitive dysfunction resulting from head trauma, stroke, or aging.

It is also used for patients undergoing cancer treatment, by reducing stress, pain and nausea, and enhancing immunity.

***If you are interested in more on neurofeedback, please visit www.nwbiofeedback.org, one of the centers for Chicago land area, where neurofeedback has been practised for over ten years***

Proceed With Caution: Three Potent But Potentially Toxic Herbal Supplements

By Sylvia Anderson, IH Editor

For those wanting to avoid dangerous pharmaceutical medications, there is a vast selection of natural therapies and herbal supplements for just about every condition. Many times these supplements are equally as effective (if not more) than mainstream drugs. But that doesn’t mean you can take them like they’re Flintstone vitamins. You have to exercise some caution when taking supplements.

High quality supplements are potent – otherwise they wouldn’t be as effective as they are. If they interact with other prescribed medication you are on, the results could be grave. In addition, some supplements have potentially dangerous side effects on their own, especially if you have an underlying condition unrelated to the one you hope to treat.

Here are three popular supplements that while effective could be potentially toxic. It is a good idea to use special care when taking these.

Yohimbe

Yohimbe is marketed as a sexual enhancement supplement. It’s taken as an aphrodisiac and used to treat erectile dysfunction. Other claims include relieving depression, promoting weight loss, and boosting energy levels. The problem is yohimbe can cause a spike in blood pressure and rapid heart rate, which could lead to serious heart complications.

Even though yohimbe is said to be beneficial for fat loss, muscle building, and strength enhancement only a few small trials have shown this to be true.

Other side effects include minor complaints such as tension and headaches. However anyone with kidney disease or high blood pressure should avoid yohimbe altogether. Also, women who are or could become pregnant could be at risk for abortion if they take this supplement. In addition, do not take yohimbe if you’re currently using nasal decongestants or any substance that could contain ephedrine.

Bitter Orange

Bitter orange is sold as a treatment for allergies and as a weight-loss supplement. The possible problem with bitter orange is that it contains chemicals similar to those found in ephedra. This means your blood pressure and heart rate could rise to dangerous levels.

Common complaints of bitter orange include migraine headaches and fainting. There is also a considerable danger of stroke or heart attack. Avoid taking bitter orange with caffeine or other prescribed drugs that also increase heart rate and blood pressure. Do not take bitter orange if you’re taking over-the-counter medications.

Lobelia

People take lobelia as a natural remedy for asthma and bronchitis. It’s also used as an expectorant, diuretic, stimulant, and anti-spasmodic. It has also been said to reduce inflammation and stimulate respiration.

However, it is potentially toxic and special care is advised when using it. Over dosing can cause weakness, heartburn, difficulty breathing, a weakened pulse, and collapse. If you have tobacco sensitivity, high blood pressure, heart disease, or seizure disorder, you should not take lobelia.

Before taking any supplement, always consider your overall health and how the supplement could interact with other over-the-counter or prescription medication. A doctor knowledgeable about alternative and natural health could be the best person to guide you.

Removing toxins & heavy metals allows the body to heal itself.

Written by Gerlinde Evans

Something I would like to share! During our regular Monday night “Toxic World” call there are always stories from several persons who began taking Activated Liquid Zeolite for a specific reason i.e. chronic fatigue, eczema, depression, heavy metal and toxic overload and the list goes on. It was then that I realized my psoriasis on my feet, which I had been suffering from in varying degrees for over four years had completely disappeared. Remarkable!

I was originally introduced to Zeolite in January 2008 when I had shingles which disappeared after only 10 days and for any one who has ever suffered from shingles knows just how painful they are and how difficult to get rid of! When I was better I stopped taking the Zeolite and although I was taking natural supplements and looking after my health, in November 2008 I had a relapse of chronic amoebic liver abscesses that I have been suffering from since 1998.

I was in hospital for a week. I must say I was looked after very well while I was there and have only good things to say about the nurses and doctors who looked after me. I had one abscesses aspirated which did help. I was also receiving antibiotics intravenously for the full week and I’m sure this helped a bit but I was told that I would continue to suffer from these abscesses as there was no real way besides antibiotics to treat them. When I was discharged a week later there were still seven abscesses on my liver. They are all gone thanks to Zeolite and other remarkable products which keep my immune system healthy. But I digress.

Later that evening during our business call several of us were discussing the different reasons we began taking the Zeolite drops and we all agreed that we found other problems that had been with us for sometimes years, were also “going away”! In my case my psoriasis, I can wear open shoes again. I am wearing glasses from five years ago as my new ones are too strong, I bounce out of bed in the mornings and don’t find myself walking round in circles for half an hour before I greet the day. I sleep really well, have lost my “granny belly” no more constipation or diarrhea and generally just feel better all around! I can only put it down to taking Activated Liquid Zeolite daily as I really haven’t changed any other aspect of my life. What I have changed however is now I work from home, no more fighting traffic and going into the office, my office is now at home and I work the hours that suit my life style. I now have time to enjoy my lawn bowls and spend more than half an hour (because every one is busy working for a boss) with my daughters and friends.

Activated Liquid Zeolite has not only given me back my health but also an opportunity to work from home, help others to optimum health, a home business that I love and well on the way to financial freedom.

I came to the conclusion that to stay healthy we all need to keep removing our toxic overload because in this day and age we just can’t get away from it. For me the Zeolite works and it is perfectly safe for all ages. We do not claim that Activated Liquid Zeolite will “cure” anything only that once the heavy metals and toxins are removed from the body at a cellular level the body does and will heal itself.
It’s really easy! Remove the toxins and heavy metals, continue taking the Zeolite regularly, drink plenty of good filtered water exercise, take a walk, eat live food and watch the changes to better health and a happier life continue. All of us who are taking Zeolite drops and have joined the business have found many life, financial and health changing benefits.

Remember, the body will heal itself if you give it a helping hand.

Thanks for listening and for more information regarding Activated Liquid Zeolite and the fantastic business opportunity please either call me or email me for more information.

To your health
Gerlinde Evans

Mob: 0413 196 673 email: gerlindeevans.evans@gmail.com
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