You Might Not Hear the Buzz before the Bite: So Always Keep the Right Homeopathic Remedies With You

When the bees sting, for some, their life may be in danger from a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis.  When in the middle of nowhere, remember to take two especially helpful homeopathic remedies.  It may mean the difference between life and death.

Caroline and I went out for a ride.  It was a very nice late-fall day.  The sun was shining, the wind was blowing—it was a perfect day to drive around with the windows open, allowing the hair to fly away in the breeze.

When we had stopped at the gas station to get gas, I had noticed the hornet on the windshield.  I never gave it another thought.

Unfortunately, neither did Caroline.

As we headed out of town to find a hiking trail, Caroline ran her hand through her hair, coming upon a small mass.  At first, she thought it was just some of her hair had become tangled by the wind…until she got stung.

“I just got stung!” she cried out.  The color drained from her face as she squeezed the affected finger as tightly as she could.  A look of panic formed in her eyes.  She knew her life was about to end.

And I knew it too.  Caroline had a history of having an anaphylactic reaction to bee stings.  Oddly enough, I had been there when it was discovered. And here I was again.

I quickly pulled to the side of the road.  My first concern was to get the bee out of her hair.  A sting in the finger gave Caroline a little time before the severe reaction would take place; but if the bee stung her in the head….well, it wasn’t a good thing.

I found the bee and cut it from her hair, then set about stopping the formation of the reaction.  Luckily Caroline had quickly cut off circulation to the finger, thus impeding the toxin from reaching deeper into her body.  I dialed 9-1-1 then reached for my first-aid kit in which I keep a selection of homeopathic remedies for emergencies.  As far from town as we were, I knew the emergency personnel would not reach us before a crisis occurred, even with the best of interventions.

Caroline had been prescribed an “Epi-Pen” to help quell the reaction should she get stung by a bee, but it had expired many years ago and Caroline didn’t get another one—she hadn’t used it in 10 years, so she felt she wouldn’t need it again.

So my only option was homeopathy.

I grabbed the Histaminum (helpful for almost any allergic reaction that causes a histamine reaction), Ledum (great for any puncture wound), and Apis (used often for bee stings if Ledum fails to work).

Knowing time was a factor, I opted to give all 3 remedies instead of the usual “give one remedy and wait” protocol.  Waiting wasn’t an option.

Even with the tourniquet to the affected finger, Caroline still looked “shocky,” so I gave her another dose right away while she was still conscious.  Luckily so far, Caroline was still conscious and breathing!

As her condition continued to deteriorate, I started alternating the remedies, giving one at a time, hoping to find the one that would work the best alone.  I found the Histaminum and Ledum helped to ease her breathing, so I continued to give them both to her while they were still helping.

When the paramedics arrived, Caroline was still alert and responsive.  They quickly injected her with epinephrine and took her to the hospital for further treatment.

Without homeopathy, Caroline would have died that day.  It had taken the paramedics 10 minutes to reach us.  The last time Caroline had been stung by a bee, she went into anaphylactic shock within minutes of being stung.  At that time, Caroline and I had been at work, in a medical facility, so emergency care had been initiated immediately. 

Caroline came through the experience without residual problems.  And now, she carries an Epi-Pen in her purse year-round….and a bottle of Histaminum and Ledum.

Best wishes,

Dr. Ronda

Disclaimer:  The information provided by Dr. Ronda Behnke Theys is for educational purposes only.  It is important that you not make health decisions or stop any medication without first consulting your personal physician or health care provider.

Magnetic Health Therapy - Gaining Popularity

Magnetic Health Therapy in two forms (static and pulsed electro-magnetic) has been gaining popularity and is becoming quite common among health conscience people. 

Magnetic health therapy has been gaining popularity over the past few years as a method of natural treatment for many common health problems. Today the magnetic therapy industry in the United States exceeds $300 million dollars in sales per year. Products such as magnetic bracelets and jewelry; magnetic straps for wrists, ankles, and backs; shoe insoles, mattresses, and magnetic blankets (blankets with magnets woven into the material) are quite common among health conscience people. These products fall into the class of static magnetics because just like the horseshoe magnet we played with as kids, the magnetic field of these products is ever present at steady field strength. 

Pulsed Magnetic Therapy is another form used for magnetic health therapy but unlike the static type, is a form of magnetics that is dynamic in its strength and duration. In order to produce a pulsed magnetic field, special electronic components coupled with a power source are required. Pulsating magnetic fields can be controlled and put into application in different ways. A well know application of pulsed magnetics is the MRI machine. Other emerging applications of pulsed magnetics are in the form of portable, personal devices for use in the home. A good example of this is the ImmunOnOne produced by Immune Sentry, LTD.   

Pulsating magnetic fields are beneficial to the body by providing a stimulus to assist self healing. Some of the health problems that pulsed magnetic health therapy can help with are: Imbalances within the immune system (the immune system is vital in warding off illness), pain reduction (this includes chronic pain, sinus pain, migraines and headaches), relaxation (including physical tension, stress, and anxiety), allergies (hay fever and skin allergies), Dermatology (Rosacea, Eczema, Dermatitis), and accelerated recovery from a variety of illnesses (flu viruses & colds).

It is believed by supporters of magnetic therapy that all things on earth are affected and controlled by magnetic fields. A disruption in nature’s magnetic fields is believed to be a factor in the cause of a number of our human health issues. This belief is the reasoning behind magnetic therapy. Health products that transmit pulsed magnetic waves cause the flow of a small amount of electrical current within cells of the treatment area. This stimulus is complementary to the natural electrical current flow within our body, and assists the body’s ability to fight off or lessen the effects of illness.

Magnetism is a natural phenomenon that is ever present in our daily lives. We are surrounded by natural magnetic fields as well as various forms of man-made electro magnetics. Electric motors, transformers, communication equipment and a host of other devices are emitting magnetism into the environment around the clock.  Unfortunately the man-made electro magnetics is not in phase with human frequencies so no benefit can be gained. Medical related, pulsed magnetics can be controlled and tuned to the natural frequencies of the human system. This tuning is complementary to natural frequencies of our bodies and provides a natural stimulus to assist in the healing process.

All You Need To Know About Head Injuries

Bumps and bangs happen to the best of us and old or young it would

appear that there is always a worry where a head injury is involved.

Most men and women run to their nearby hospital for an x-ray, which will

essentially only allow them to see if you have fractured your skull,

which is quite rare and honestly unlikely. And then if the film comes

back clean they send you home to watch yourself for 24-48 hours.



Bumps and bangs happen to the best of us and old or young it would appear that there is always a worry where a head injury is involved. Most men and women run to their nearby hospital for an x-ray, which will essentially only allow them to see if you have fractured your skull, which is quite rare and honestly unlikely. And then if the film comes back clean they send you home to watch yourself for 24-48 hours.

Now this has always seemed like a really strange thing and honestly most people are just fine even after a bump or two on the noggin but in some strange cases there have been odd instances in which an individual seemed perfectly fine and then within hours of a head injury simply died. No one really understands how this type of thing can happen except to take a guess that the location of the injury actually has a lot to do with the eventual outcome for the patient.

If you or someone you love hits their head it's smart to have them examined by a medical expert and then it's best to keep a close watch on their behaviors, speech patterns, sleep habits, and to search for anything abnormal in the way they appear. Numerous times those things that men and women notice about themselves are those things that others tend to notice right off the bat. That's why it always best to have someone else in your presence to keep an eye on you if you have suffered a head injury. If you begin to behave oddly you may perhaps neglect to notice.

Of course, there are some tell tale signs of a concussion including dizziness, vomiting, constricted pupils, and confusion. At the very first sign of any of these things it's a good idea to call 911 or rush the individual to the nearest hospital for assessment. You can never be too cautious as far as a head injury is concerned.

Whether you fall and hit your head on something or are in a minor accident, it's always best to have yourself examined by a medical doctor that can check on you and make certain that you have a fractured skull, neck injury, brain stem injury, or concussion. After all, you would like to go to sleep knowing that you'll rise again in the morning to face another day.

Breast Augmentation - Are You a Candidate?

Is breast augmentation really something you should do? Find out if you are a good candidate for this procedure as well as what may make you not be.

Breast augmentation can be an outstanding way to improve the way you look and the way you feel about yourself. It is understood, though that many people are going to be told no, not by themselves or their significant other but by their doctor. Not everyone should have the procedure and for those that do hear that turned-down notice from their plastic surgeon, the results can be devastating. The good news is that for many women, this procedure is readily available and even safe to have.

The following are some examples of situations in which having breast augmentation is good for you or bad for you. Where you do you fall? The bottom line answer has to come from your plastic surgeon, though. Without his or her advice, you may end up unable to answer this question for yourself.

• How's your health? To do the best with this procedure, you should be in relatively good health. If you have any type of active infection in your body, the risks of it spreading are too high. If you have any type of existing, malignant or what is called pre-malignant breast cancer you also are unable to have this procedure. If you have treatment for that cancer, you may become eligible.

• Your age is a factor, but not by much. In fact, recent studies show that older women, including those who are elderly are no more at risk of complications from a breast augmentation as those who are younger. However, you should be over the age of 18. Those who are the best candidates are in their 20's. If you plan to get silicone gel implants, doctors often recommend waiting until you are at least 22 to have them.

• You are not eligible if you are currently pregnant or if you are breast-feeding. The tissues within the breasts during this time are too sensitive and that can lead to problems down the road.

In addition to these factors, doctors will look at other things to determine if you are a good candidate for breast augmentation. You should have the ability to heal, and those who heal slowly may be a bigger risk. If you had previous procedures, new ones may not offer the same quality result. Those who have an emotional concern, such as an "addiction" to plastic surgery, may or may not qualify, depending on what your plastic surgeon determines is right for your needs. Some people are predisposed to a hardening capsule around the actual implant, which can make this a procedure that is not right for you.

The best way to find out if you are a good candidate for breast augmentation is to go in for a consultation with your doctor. Find out what your options are and what concerns, if any, exist. By doing this your doctor will then learn what you can and cannot do in terms of increasing the size of your breasts. For many women, it is not difficult to qualify for this procedure.

Volcano Vaporizers – The King of All the Vaporizers

Volcano vaporizers are used for producing all the ingredients of a plant or herb, which are active and have aroma in it. Optimum care of these active constituents lowers the level of the growth of harmful materials and odors to as minimum as possible. This implies that now non-smokers can enjoy vaporizers too.

An additional benefit of these vaporizers is that this exploits the active elements, being 4-5 times larger when evaluated with smoldering, a feature which creates the dealing in the apparatus forfeit for itself. The unique original volcano scheme technology transmits air enhanced with essences and vigorous components into a hot-air balloon through a regulator called a valve.

The produced vapors are entirely collected in the hot-air balloon. Once the hot-air balloon is entirely filled we can easily detach the balloon from the apparatus. The ingredients can now be easily inhaled and are independent of the vaporization procedure. This is a very safe and a comfortable process of inhaling the aroma.

There is a war in the vaporizers market based on the reliability and accuracy in the control of the temperature for heating the air. Rigid selection of substance, practical approach and flawless processing is what makes the volcano vaporizer a favorable and the most widely used vaporizer. In addition to this it also has high grade of efficiency and safety and is easy to use.   It is sometimes called as the “BMW of vaporizers”.

Each and every part and component of volcano vaporizers is easily obtainable in the market. These parts can also be replaced with ease. However, this type of vaporizer is the most expensive among all its other forms. The essential parts of a solid valve type vaporizer are fine screen and o- ring sets, filling chambers used for herbs, mouthpiece and balloon clip. And for the easy valve type vaporizer is filling chambers used for the liquids and the herbs, fine screen and replacement sets. For the miscellaneous type vaporizers are travel case, grinder, air filter lid and set.

The volcano vaporizer scheme technology consists of parts such as easy and solid valve, 2 hot-air initiators, volcano digit and volcano classic. Because, the valves can fit both the hot-air initiators therefore we can make use of four different sets of vaporizers. Nowadays, custom-made volcano vaporizers are also available. Depending upon the need and the requirement of the customer the vaporizer makers can easily design a vaporizer according to their want.

Keep your body healthy and hydrated with ionizzatori acqua

First of all, the water that is purified and comes to us for drinking is supposedly totally pure. It is true that purified water is devoid of bacteria and other harmful germs. But during the course of the purification and filtration process and during the transmission from the water treatment plant to our homes through pipes, water becomes acidic by losing electrons.

The water that is purified and comes to us for drinking is supposedly totally pure. It is true that purified water is devoid of bacteria and other harmful germs. But during the course of the purification and filtration process and during the transmission from the water treatment plant to our homes through pipes, water becomes acidic by losing electrons. This means it has a pH level less than 7. And acidic water is not good for health. Hence, it is important that it is ionized. Ionizzatori acqua is extremely beneficial for the human body. In order to ensure that you only consume ionizzatore d'acqua you can carry your own ionizzatori portatili.

When electrons are removed from the water its stability goes for a toss. The water then constantly looks for electrons to stabilize its composition. And where does it get all these electrons from? It steals them from our body cells. The molecules in the acidic water actually become free radicals and they cause a lot of harm to the body. So, what is the solution to this? The solution comes in the form of ionizzatori acqua. You don’t need to visit any water treatment plant to get ionizzatore acqua because you can do the ionizing at home. And after the ionizing has been done you can continue drinking it from your ionizzatori portatili even when you are not at home.

Acqua ionizzata alcalina or acqua alcalina ionizzata is considered the best form of drinking water. Alkaline water has the right pH levels and it doesn’t cause any harm to the body. On the contrary it is considered to be beneficial for the human body. To start off, ionizzatori acqua that is alkaline in nature can be easily absorbed by the cells of the body and this keeps the cells adequately hydrated. Since this ionizzatori acqua is not positively charged there is no chance that the electrons in the cells will get transferred to the water. Acqua basica ionizzata also removes toxins from the body and acts as an antioxidant at the same time. Acqua ionizzata also removes acidic wastes that accumulate inside the body.

As far as the portability of the ionizzatori acqua is concerned you have the ionizzatori portatili to use. There are very useful water carriers that can help ionizzatore portatile or ionizzatore acqua portatile. These water carriers are so well designed that you don’t even feel you are carrying them. No matter where you go – out for jogging in the morning or on your way to the office, you can always carry ionizzatori portatili with you. These water carriers come in different forms and shapes and you can choose one online based on your personal preference.

Switch to ionizzatori acqua as soon as possible because this is the healthiest drinking water. Since you have the option of ionizzatori portatili you don’t even need to drink water outside. Get the ionization done in the morning and you can continue consuming the same water throughout the day. Your body will be healthier for sure.

Get 10 Minutes Beauty

Health promotion, beauty management and healing in ayurveda rely on freeing the body of ama (toxins), restoring cellular nutrition, facilitating complete elimination and re-establishing the balance of the doshas.

Organic health and beauty products, professional hair brushes and natural beauty care products are your keys to a beautiful you. Not only the lavender oil will take good care of your skin, but also ensure a sound sleep during the nighttime. The health and fitness business are minting money every year on herbal supplements, fitness apparatus, gyms and special diets. Aromatherapy also makes extensive use of lavender essential oil to massage the body and relieve tiredness.

Make a mixture by adding ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar with 1 gallon of distilled water and store it in the refrigerator. Once a fortnight, shampoo and rinse your hair thoroughly and then pour 2 cups of the mixture over the scalp and let it saturate the hair. Rinse your hair with cold water to get rid of all the drab of hair styling products.

A mixture of juice of a quarter cucumber, egg white of 1 egg, a teaspoon lemon juice and a teaspoon of vodka makes an excellent anti-wrinkle lotion. Apply on your face and wash off after 10 minutes. Use at least twice a week.

Dry your pimple with the help of a blow dryer on low heat and then use a pointed brush to target the yellow-toned concealer that matches the tone of your foundation, which is dry and has a high pigment level, to the spot. Lightly press around the edges with fingers. Set with loose powder. You can also use concealer pencil for the purpose.

Wake up your senses with the essence of cucumber or strawberry body washes. Wash your hair with the healing tea tree oil shampoo and conditioner. Pamper yourself further by using a Fuller Brush shampooing brush to lather up and massage your scalp.

Nails that are very thin and fragile are called Eggshell Nails. In this condition the nail curves over the tip of the finger. This maybe a result of nervous disorder, diet or medication. The treatment is to keep your nails trimmed at all times. If you realize that this condition is being caused by medication discontinue the medication.

People might think what does getting a massage do to make feel good. In fact, healing massage has many benefits. It can help ease pain, reduce stress and endorse good health. When a person gets a healing massage, they are actually getting the advantage of function perfection with circulatory, muscular, skeletal, nervous systems, lymphatic and can even help the body heal after a sickness or hurt.

Before waxing the brows, it is important to prepare them beforehand using a baby toothbrush to define their natural shape.

The rejuvenation therapy in ayurveda teaches ways to become naturally beautiful, which is not just limited to the physical body but extends to subtle qualities and vitality of a person. Hence rejuvenation therapy is regarded as an integral part of ongoing self-care that helps beauty be with you throughout life and a fresh start in the process of making health-supporting lifestyle changes.

The same perfume will smell different on different people because it will react differently to each person's body.

Cleanse your face with a cleanser of a reputed brand and tone it with a toner. Make a pack of fullers earth (multani mitti) a pinch of turmeric, egg yolk and lemon juice. Apply it on your face and keep it for 30 mins. Wash off with cold water and rub your face with an ice cube.

Pimples before ball, prom or wedding is the most common beauty problem. Use disinfected needle to prick it and absorb all the puss using cotton and then use zinc oxide on the area to fight off redness, quicken the healing process, as an antibacterial ointment and a protection against ultraviolet rays from sun.

The main function of moisturizer is to prevent loss of moisturizer and dehydration of the skin. It also helps speed up the process of cell renewal. It must have the ingredients that supply vitamins, minerals to the skin. There are creams that boost the natural waterproofing barrier of the skin and soothe the skin by its natural surface oils.