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Greetings my friends, Have you heard of Sadhuguru? He possess an incredible clarity into life and has the profound ability to impart knowledge, interwoven with a wicked sense of humor. And sends a clear message not to take yourself seriously. Enjoy and take care. With love - Damon

What to look for in a Water Filter and why do I recommend that everyone invests in a quality Filter!

Water Filters, There Are A Plethora Of Systems In The Market Place, So, How Do You Choose The Right One?

I work as a Personal Trainer and Integrative Health Consultant. And it's now been over 20-years since I first began coaching and training in Health and Exercise. Since completing my studies at Otago University I've continued my quest for answers to optimal health and well-being.

Much of my work is now carried out online which allows me to reach out to more people across the globe, via Health Summits, Seminars, Blogs, Social Media, and Online Personal Training. Where I use PT Distinctions incredible training software, which I think is the best available. And with this program everything is taken care of, including; Diet and Nutrition, Training Programs, Community Support and an easy to follow guide.

However, this post is for those of you who are interested in taking control of your health and perhaps your families health too. And addressing what is essentially the "cornerstone" of our health - Hydration. Did you realize that as little babies when we're being well breastfed, our hydration levels are around 85%, but by the time we are 6-years-old, it has diminished to around 65%. To further highlight this issue, did you know that the primary reason the elderly shrink in size is due to chronic dehydration. Dementia, forgetfulness, insomnia, dry and wrinkly skin, constipation, high blood pressure, strokes and bladder infections are all caused through inadequate hydration, diet and lifestyle.

Now, I'm not going to run through all the water filter systems on the market. As there are simply too many. Instead, I'm going to "cut to the chase" and recommend what is I believe, the #1 Water Filter in the world. And it's name is Berkey

And I discovered it after doing some research on water filters.In fact it was through a recommendation of a leading environmental scientist named, Mike Adams aka The Health Ranger of Natural News, whom I've been following for some time. Where he reviewed 12 popular water filters for removal of heavy metals, arsenic, uranium and cesium. 

Thank you for your time and I hope that this post has been of benefit to you

Wishing you abundant great health, wealth, peace, love and happiness

My warmest wishes

Damon

firstinhealth personal training & integrative health consultancy

P: +64-220-611-438

Skype: firstinhealth

 

 

 

B12 Deficient? B12 deficiency is a silent epidemic with serious consequences to your health. Of all vitamin deficiencies, vitamin B12 deficiency is one of the most dangerous!

B12 deficient?

B12 deficiency is a silent epidemic with serious consequences to your health.  Of all vitamin deficiencies,
vitamin B12 deficiency is one of the most dangerous.

In fact, reports from the USDA show B12 deficiency may be more widespread than thought, with at least 40% of the population being severely deficient in Vitamin B12.

Did you know your ability to absorb vitamin B12 gradually
decreases with age?

As troubling as it sounds, it can get worse...

Combine advancing age with certain prescription medications (i.e. for heartburn) and a lack of meat in your diet (especially true for vegetarians or vegans) and you could find yourself sorely lacking vitamin B12.

So how do you know if you’re deficient?

The following symptoms are signals and should be brought to your doctor’s IMMEDIATE attention...

1. Dizziness

Frequent bouts of dizziness or vertigo often signal B12 stores are low.

For instance, you may experience a feeling of wobbles when you get up too fast from a sitting position.

You may also feel dangerously dizzy walking up or down stairs.

2. Forgetfulness

Sure, we all get those occasional “brain farts.” However, chronic forgetfulness may indicate a deeper medical issue.

Many patients suffering B12 deficiency often jump to the conclusion they have early onset dementia or Alzheimer’s, especially in their senior years.

3. Unexplained Fatigue

Ever had a good night’s sleep followed by a day of yawning and dragging your feet?

If that constant fatigue continues for days and weeks, it may be the result of B12 deficiency.

Researchers from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics found those who felt zapped of energy even though they get plenty of zzzzz's may be struggling with low B12 levels.

It’s due to a lack of red blood cell production... one of B12’s responsibilities… meaning oxygen transport to your organs is lacking, causing extreme fatigue.

4. Vision Issues

No, there isn’t something in your eye causing the spotting, blurred and double vision.

Low B12 stores can lead to vision changes and actually damage vision. Causing even retinal damage if blood vessels in the eye become blocked.

That means you may experience light sensitivity, blurred or double vision, tracers or shadows, which all result from damage to the optic nerve.

Luckily, B12 supplementation can restore full vision.

5. Pins and Needles

It’s common to experience pins and needles if you sit cross-legged for far too long.

However, pins and needles (or the feeling of numbness) throughout the body when you haven’t compressed any part of your body, can indicate a B12 issue.

Numbness or the feeling of electric shock waves can be the result of nerve damage in B12 deficient patients. All leading back to poor red blood cell production from a lack of B12.

When you notice persistent health issues like these, you may want to consider a quality B12 supplement.

Unfortunately, most B12 supplements you find on the market suffer from one major flaw:

They’re unabsorbable.

When the vitamins can’t be absorbed, your body is unable to assimilate them and you never get the anticipated nutrition.

So you still end up with the symptoms.

However, here at PuraTHRIVE we are INTRODUCING a new solution,

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Thank you for your time and I hope that you've gained some benefit from this blog. I wish you a magical New Year 2017 and hope that all of your dreams come true!

Much love all the way from a little island north of Auckland, NZ, Waiheke Island

Damon

firstinhealth personal training & Integrative health consultancy

Skype: firstinhealth

M: +64-220-611-438

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Prostate Health & Disease!

How Is Your Prostate Health And What Is Its Role In Our Body + How To Heal From Cancer!

Prostate related issues are perhaps the most common male health concern for men. In fact, it is the second leading cause of cancer for men. And the problem tends to arise later in life at around 60 to 70 years of age {How ever, like most health challenges, the body has been imbalanced for some time {this mechanism is called Homeostasis}, and the enlarged prostate is merely a symptom of this. A warning if you like, to re-address your lifestyle, relationships, work, diet, fitness and health {mental, physical spiritual and psychological}. And if ignored, can lead to cancer of the prostate, but also this cancer can progress into the spinal column resulting in Osteosarcoma {bone cancer, but it is still referred to as prostate cancer}. However, This needn't happen if you take care of your health and well-being. And there are some "tricks" proven natural health protocols you can follow to ensure you don't get an enlargement of the prostate or prostate cancer, and/or if you do, then these treatments still remain applicable. In fact, there is one holistic center I can't endorse or recommend highly enough for any and ALL health issues. That is the Ayushakti Center in Mumbai and run by Dr.Pankaj and Dr. Smita Naram, whom I've had the privilege of meeting on a number of occasions here in New Zealand.

 What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate? There is really only one and that is difficulty in urination, an inability to fully empty the bladder and it may even cause pain.

But the big question remains, how can we prevent enlargement of the prostate without medication and interfering with the natural testosterone hormone levels? As the typical medical protocol is for the patient to be given hormone therapy to reduce testosterone levels with the pretext that this will reduce the size of the prostate. But what of the side effects associated with a reduction in this male hormone?

Is there an alternative to these modern interventions, many of which carry a risk and detrimental side effects?

YES, there is and I've compiled a list for you to look over and consider. Dr. Weil is one man I highly respect, as is Dr. Mercola;

 

6 Natural Remedies for Enlarged Prostate (BPH) - Healthline

Natural 10 Remedies to Treat Enlarged Prostate for Men 

Enlarged Prostate - BPH Treatment | Dr. Weil 

Natural remedies for an enlarged prostate

Natural Cures for Prostate Cancer - 8 Powerful Herbs!

Saw Palmetto | Nutrients for Prostate Health - Mercola

Prostate Cancer Treatment Choices - Mercola

Surviving Prostate Cancer Without Surgery, Drugs, or ... - Mercola 

It matters not whether you have prostate cancer, another form of cancer or you just wish to take control and responsibility for your own health. Because at the end of the day like it or not, Disease and Illness can only get hold of you and take over your life if it is encouraged or invited. Please let me explain. Our body is an extraordinary organism comprised of the most intricate and complex systems, capable of sustaining life under the most inhospitable conditions. But, it won't thrive under these conditions. Rather, after a time it will tire, become exhausted and breakdown. And the key contributor to this your body's pH {acidity and alkalinity}. Lack of sleep, late nights, processed and highly refined foods, takeaway/fast food, and excess of sugar and preservatives all create a hostile environment in your gut. An environment of Bacteria and Enzymes that should be in harmony, but it's not. It looks more like a war zone now. And as the acid rises {7.25 is a balanced pH, but a shift to 7.15 equates to the 10-fold increase in acidity. So, how do you combat this acidity? Essentially, reduce stress in your life and adopt a healthy diet {with lots of alkaline foods}. For example; The 15 Most Alkalizing Superfoods + 5 Delicious Ways To Eat Them ...   

In addition, I highly recommend the following organic products. As I wanted to have only the best organic products and supplements to promote and offer the world. Why? We're all so busy and consumed with our work, families, and bills that most of us are in a perpetual state of panic and anxiety, our adrenals are working overtime, as is the heart because most of us are chronically dehydrated  

My Most Highly Recommended Products To Create Optimal Health And Prevent, Even Cure Disease;

 1. Top of the list is water/H20 and unless you're blessed to have a crystal clear and pure water source with minerals such as the Hunza in Pakistan I recommend investing in a good water filter. Because even our municipal drinking water is full of contaminants such as arsenic, mercury, fluoride, chlorine, pcbs and a multitude of other pollutants.

2. Start an Organic fresh juicing regime {with lots of Supergreens} and incorporate into your day. A once a day juice may be adequate for those with good health but if you're suffering from an illness or having cancer treatment then I'd recommend juicing several times a day.

3.  Hemp Oil is another superfood that you may be unfamiliar with. But only due to it being unfairly attacked by large corporations who felt and still feel threatened by its amazing health-giving benefits. Hemp Oil is the only food with a complete balance of Omegas 3, 6 and 9. But also it is proven to cure cancer. Not a statement I make lightly either. This is why I'm recommending it to my father at 76-years-young, who has prostate cancer that has spread into his spine. And I'm also recommending it to a wonderful longtime Personal Training client of mine at 75-years-young who told me just last week, his PSA levels have risen again. 

4. Organic Turmeric and Liposomal Turmeric extract by puraTHRIVE. The medicinal properties of turmeric have been long revered {for thousands of years in fact}and modern science is now validating the incredible curative powers of this golden spice. The color is created by the main constituent in turmeric {Curcumin}.

5. Adopting a Ketogenic diet in conjunction with Oxygen Therapy is another truly remarkable treatment which saturates your bodies cells with O2, reducing acidity, increasing alkalinity and feeding the white blood cells with all the oxygen they need to ward off any infections and disease.

To conclude, I wish to emphasize the importance of a positive attitude and mindset, particularly when ill. One that is embracing a healing and loving philosophy versus the "war on cancer" and "killing" cancer. Wars only cause disharmony, death, and suffering. They never ever solve our problems. We are the cause of our problems and cancer is no different. When we become sick we must accept responsibility no matter how much we may wish to deny this "kicking and screaming." For, Only once we have accepted full and complete responsibility with acceptance and love can the healing begin. So please do not "fight cancer" or any other illness, instead of being to truly nurture and nourish yourself like you've never done before. Because my friend you are worth it and the world would be a less happy place to be without you.

Thank you for reading my thoughts and feelings. You see, I love to write and I'm exceptionally passionate about Health and Well-Being, That is why I do what I do. And it is an honor and a privilege to share what I do with others like you, who I hope can gain some benefit from passion.

I wish you abundant great health, wealth, peace, love and happiness in all that you do and may your journey through life be a rewarding and enriching experience, just as mine has and continues to be.

Much love

Damon

firstinhealth personal training & integrative health consultancy

skype: firstinhealth

email: firstinhealth.damon@gmail.com

 

 

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The Miraculous Healing Powers Of Turmeric and Why We Should Consume It Every Day!

Spices have played an integral role on planet earth for thousands of years. Both as medicine and to add flavor to food. One spice in particular stands out for me, and that is turmeric, a plant rhizome that is often dried, ground and used as a cooking spice, has also been used medicinally for several thousand years. Curcumin, the phytochemical that gives turmeric its golden color, is responsible for most of the therapeutic effects of turmeric. Many researchers are investigating turmeric in cancer therapy, and the results are very positive.  

Spices possess exceptionally therapeutic and medicinal properties which have been known for centuries amongst some cultures such as the people of India, where spcies such as Turmeric, Cardamon, Ginger, Pepper, Coriander, Cumin, Cinnamon, Star Anise and Fennel, have featured as a "main stay" in their diet for thousands of years. As a result of this practice it perhaps not surprising that there is a very low incidence of cancer in this country. However, like so much of the modern world, there has been a steady movement towards convenience foods {takeaways and fastfood} and highly processed and refined foods including GMO food. This has arisen in direct proportion to the migration pattern from farms and villages to the cities. Where manual labor has been exchanged for sedentary work and has only added to the rise of illnesses, including Mental Health, Obesity, Strokes, Diabetes and Mortality. And was particularly prevalent in the big cities, whereas, the small towns and villages still retained their more traditional values, of which food always plays a very important role. I've seen this first hand while I was living in Japan over 20-years-ago now {which is a country who has some of the oldest living people on the planet, many of who are still leading active lifestyles such as the world reknown female Ama Pearl Divers  and also their male counterparts in Japan and Korea, who continue to dive up until there 70 and 80th year}.

It is the Asian countries where turmeric is consumed in the highest quantities but in addition their diets are also more balanced and foods are selected from a wider range of crops including the daily use of herbs and spices. Many of the foods are very astringent, something we Westerners are not very familiar with. As we tend to shy away from the bitterness associated with these bitter foods such as Arugula, which is a leafy green vegetable and from the brassicacae family. And is particularly helpful in stimulating the liver to produce bile and promotes detoxification.

Personally, I use turmeric every day. From first thing in the morning as part of my detox regime {a 300ml glass of hot water with a couple of pinches of organic turmeric powder, ginger powder, 1tsp of ghee and a squeeze of lemon juice}. Then I make a 1.9 liter thermos flask of organic green tea, fennel seed, ginger and a few pinches of turmeric. Which I then drink from throughout the day and it helps aid with digestion.

Lastly another option is to consider a new organic supplement on the market called puraTHRIVE a liposomal turmeric extract and they even have an incredible new Vit B12 liposomal product on the market as well.

To conclude, I only put my name behind those products and companies who have the utmost concern and care for your health and welfare. And it's not until I've thoroughly researched the product then I'm willing to promote and endorse it.

Thank you onoce again for your time and attention. It means a lot to me that you should choose to read my words and I hope it may be of benefit to you and/or someone you know.

Wishing you abundant health, wealth, peace, love and happiness......

With love

Damon from Waiheke Island in New Zealand

P: +64-220-611-438
Skype: firstinhealth




 

  

How To Reduce And Prevent Acid Reflux Without Medicine!

I was Personal Training my 75-year-old client the other day, I've been training him for about 7-years now. He is a retired sheep and cattle farmer and not without his health issues. However, he has made significant in-roads towards improving his general health. He's lost weight, increased muscle mass, improved his balance, flexibility, strength and cardiovascular fitness. We've even managed to eliminate his medications, adjust his diet a little and improve hydration. BUT, he still experiences periodic episodes of Acid Reflux. As was the case last week, which prompted me into creating this blog. As I realize that many people suffer from this issue and worse still, many if not most rely on medications which only serve to mask the symptoms. Thus more often than not creating a "crutch" that is relied upon rather than addressing the underlying cause. Which is an over acidic chemistry, usually as a result of dehydration and the consumption of overly acidic foods from the Deadly Nightshade Family  {i.e. Tomatoes, Eggplant, Tamarind} or Dark Chocolate, Coffee and an over- consumption of Sugar, deep fried Fast Food {cooked in Canola Oil}and Carbonated and Soda water beverages which are acidic.

How do you prevent Acid Reflux from occurring and mitigate the need for prescription drugs? Harvard Health has a good article on this very subject and I recommend that you read it. However, in addition, I would like to add some tips that I hope you find beneficial. These tips, I learned from years in competing as a sportsman, but also from my study and in particular, it was through my study of Ayurveda that I gained the most benefit. Such as;

1. How to understand your Dosha and what foods to include in your diet and/or avoid  
2. How to combine foods such as Coriander and Coconut Cream with spicy meals such as curries and chilies and thus mitigate the acidity. For example coconut fat with coffee also helps to reduce the acidity, increase the nutrient level, improve your immunity, and even enhance the flavor. Also, the spice Turmeric has many anti-inflammatory properties and is also very medicinal. In addition, fermented foods such as Miso and Yoghurt create heat. Yes, even though they may be organic and healthy, the byproduct of fermentation is heat. This can be mitigated though by moderating how much you consume and being aware of seasonal variances. For example, I'm a Pitta Dosha {which means I'm a little like the sun...hot and fiery, and have a robust digestion but am also prone to inflammatory diseases caused by heat 
3. Ensure that you are hydrated because no matter what you do to improve your diet and lifestyle if you're not hydrated nothing will work. Because water/H2o is the very cornerstone of your health and well-being. So much so that every single chemical action and reaction such as Respiration and Perspiration are heavily reliant on water. As is your blood viscosity which gets thicker and more viscose with increasing dehydration. Not surprisingly, this viscose {thickend} blood puts a strain on your blood vessels and heart, resulting in elevated Blood Pressure and an increased chance of heart attack or stroke. All of which are completely preventable.  
4. Some of you may tell me, but, if I drink water on its own I get reflux! Don't worry, my dear PT client has also told me this and it's very common. The trick is to make sure that the water you drink is not acidic or carbonated and also to ensure that the temperature is "luke-warm" or warm as opposed to chilled {most drinks from the fridge or a chiller .are kept at only around 5 degrees Celsius. Now, compare this with your body temperature of approx 37.5 degrees Celsius. That's a whopping 32.5 degrees Celsius differential. Is it any wonder your body rebels a little. And besides, if you've been depriving your body of water it's going to take a little time for it to rebalance, recalibrate and regain its equilibrium {Homeostasis}.
5. All Pharmalogical Medications create heat. I'll repeat myself. ALL Pharmalogical Medications including Immunizations create heat. And heat creates inflammation, irritability, and damage to all tissues and cells this includes your organs. And can result in bleeding, ulcers and a chain reaction of disastrous complications. Which left unchecked may require medical intervention.
6. Alcohol consumption can also contribute to Acid Reflux. Some alcohol is carbonated and this in itself will increase acidification. And that which isn't carbonated is still alcohol and alcohol is fermented and so creates heat. Thus, an overconsumption of alcohol not surprisingly creates heat. Which can be clearly seen in those who over-imbibe and become intoxicated, think of it as "rocket fuel" and this is why people often become angry.
7. Lastly, being in a state of anger and animosity is also very destructive for the individual concerned but also the recipient. And no positive outcome can ever be reached if engaging in war. Both figuratively and literally {for how many eons now has man been engaged in war, and has it ever solved any issues? No, it has created more problems, death, destruction, loss of life and heartache}.

To conclude, thank you for your time and I credit you on your initiative to take control of your health and welfare. For knowledge and understanding are very powerful tools to be embraced and shared with others including our partners, family, friends, community, country and globally as well. Which is what I'm doing. For health is so precious and like that old adage, "you don't know what you've got till it's gone."

My warmest wishes & love

Damon

Skype: firstinhealth
Phone: +64-220-611-438        
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32 tips, strategies and secrets to dispel the biggest MYTHS about eating healthyfat at the FatSummit2 - Nov 7th - 14th!

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Thank you for your precious time and I wish you infinitely abundant good health and happiness

Much Love

Damon

firstinhealth personal training & integrative health consultancy
firstinhealth.damon@gmail.com
+64-220-611-438