Alcohol and drug addiction, eating disorders, depression and other such ailments often require a variety of treatments that range from alternative medicine to support therapy…from body detoxification to traditional medical treatments. A good treatment center will employ all these methods in ways that suit each patient personally and individually. When looking for a detox center, look for this type of holistic approach. You never know which component will be the most valuable in a detox/rehab experience. Another idea is to get away from familiar surroundings and into a supportive, natural and inspiring environment.
There’s nothing like nature and a focus on your own health and well being to take you away from the pull of addiction…and that must be combined with the support of a group and expert practitioners. This is a delicate and difficult combination to find, but one that’s well worth the search. One good center on the west coast is Cliffside Malibu. This is an intimate but professional location with a complete roster of treatments, including Alcohol Rehab and Drug Rehabilitation. They also have Drug Treatment services.
June 26th, 2008
A tasty way to cure the blues
Here’s a recipe for a tasty chocolate smoothie that combats depression. The ingredients in this concoction are selected for their antidepressant qualities and for their ability to work together in this mixture. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 capsule of dry St. Johns wort (anti-anxiety, mood enhancer, antiviral, antibacterial)
- 1 capsule of Unha de Gato (Cat’s Claw) (circulation enhancer, blood purifier, immune system enhancer)
- 1 capsule of powdered DHEA (mood control through brain cell membranes)
- 1 tsp glutamine powder (stimulates metabolism, growth hormone and protein assimilation)
- 1 tsp powdered cinnamon (circulation stimulator)
- 1/8 cup pure, unsweetened chocolate or cocoa (antioxidants, endorphin stimulation, circulation regulator)
- 1/8 cup chopped mint leaves or 20 drops of mint essential oil (antispasmotic and anti-anxiety)
- 1/8 cup chilled flaxseed oil (omega-3 fatty acids)
- 1/4 cup walnuts (tannins, antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids)
- 2 cups crushed ice
- honey or sugar to taste
Mix all ingredients in a blender (emptying the powder from the supplement capsules into the blender) and liquefy until fully mixed and smooth. Drink immediately.
Chocolate photo byhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/whitewizard_studio/147401275
November 7th, 2006
