consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--Yoga: Body as Metaphor

Yoga: Body as Metaphor

Ever since I began to practice yoga I 've been asking this essential question : so what ?
What is yoga and why is it beneficial .
I asked myself “ Is it a health promoting regimen , is it meditation in motion , is it a physical ritual on my way to spiritual understanding ?
It could be all of these .
And 12 years later , I suppose I 'm still asking that same question .
Just when I think I 've got it figured out , when I think I 've nailed down exactly what yoga is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about yoga and I have to expand my definition to include something bigger .
I believe that everybody 's definition of yoga is individual .
Here 's my current working definition ( warning : this is subject to change at any moment ) ; drum roll please .
.
.
Yoga is the processes of understanding who I am through the method of listening .
There it is .
Pretty spare .
I did n't even say anything about physical poses , but of course one of the ways I listen is by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I 've been practicing and teaching Yoga Nidra which is yoga that looks and feels very different than yoga asana but is still considered yoga .
There are many levels on the pathway to understanding who I am .
I believe this understanding starts with the grossest levels of awareness and being like how I treat other people and the ways I choose to organize my life .
Then , I get to apply that same sort of attention and organization to something practical and close to home : my bod .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ body , I might also feel those parts of me which are more subtle , energy-in yoga we call it prana-and find the ways that prana and body marry .
I can feel the animating force of the muscles and bones and get to dance with it with clarity and consciousness .
The Metaphor of the Body By the way , I 'm convinced that the body is n't merely something to transcend on our way to higher understanding .
The body is one of the most practical ways of feeling and experiencing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you 've ever seen someone who is extremely physically adept , like Michal Jordan or Mikhail Baryshnikov , it looks like you 're witnessing God .
And indeed to some degree you are .
You 're witnessing someone so developed in that line of understanding that they are reaching a sublime state of being .
Our physical body gives us such immediate and practical information about our being .
And , because this is the vehicle , the container , of heart and mind , it makes sense to not only learn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it healthy so that it can take us where we want to go .
Besides , it 's fun .
It feels good .
What could heaven possibly be but some variation of those two things .
Even when I experience love , I can only do that through the nuts and bolts of this body .
When my heart feels like it 's going to grow bigger than my chest and burst out of it , or like it 's being stepped on and smooshed black , it 's still within the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and understand that .
The Spirit Likes to Dress Up Someone who understood this beautifully is Mary Oliver in her poem about this discovery of who we are through listening and how the body plays a vital role in that discovery .
I 'm convinced that Mary Oliver is a yogi but who works with a pen rather than a mat .
Check it out .
likes to dress up like this : shoulders , and all the rest It could float , of course , but would rather the metaphor of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ world , and the dark hug of time , to be more than pure light where no one is — so it enters us — lights up the deep and wondrous I invite you to practice understanding yourself better through the pleasure of feeling our body move in a wonderful yoga practice .
Scott Moore is a senior teacher of yoga and mindfulness in the US ( New York , Salt Lake City , LA ) and abroad and the author of Practical Yoga Nidra : The 10-Step Method to Reduce Stress , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
When he 's not teaching or conducting retreats , or traveling to teach , he also writes for Yogi Times , Conscious Life News , Elephant Journal , Mantra Magazine , Medium , and his own .
Scott also loves to run , play the saxophone , and travel with his wife and son .
Check out his yoga retreats and trainings in places like Tuscany , France , and Hong Kong online Yoga Nidra Course Scott just moved back to Salt Lake City after living in Southern France with his family @

The Spirit Playing Dress Up
Ever since I began to practice yoga I've been asking this essential question: so what? What is yoga and why is it beneficial. I asked myself “Is it a health promoting regimen, is it meditation in motion, is it a physical ritual on my way to spiritual understanding? It could be all of these. And 12 years later, I suppose I'm still asking that same question. Just when I think I've got it figured out, when I think I've nailed down exactly what yoga is, I experience or discover something new about yoga and I have to expand my definition to include something bigger.
Yoga Defined
I believe that everybody's definition of yoga is individual. Here's my current working definition (warning: this is subject to change at any moment); drum roll please. . . Yoga is the processes of understanding who I am through the method of listening. There it is. Pretty spare. I didn't even say anything about physical poses, but of course one of the ways I listen is by feeling and becoming aware of my body. I've been practicing and teaching Yoga Nidra which is yoga that looks and feels very different than yoga asana but is still considered yoga.
There are many levels on the pathway to understanding who I am. I believe this understanding starts with the grossest levels of awareness and being like how I treat other people and the ways I choose to organize my life. Then, I get to apply that same sort of attention and organization to something practical and close to home: my bod. If I'm paying attention to my body, I might also feel those parts of me which are more subtle, energy-in yoga we call it prana-and find the ways that prana and body marry. I can feel the animating force of the muscles and bones and get to dance with it with clarity and consciousness.
The Metaphor of the Body
By the way, I'm convinced that the body isn't merely something to transcend on our way to higher understanding. The body is one of the most practical ways of feeling and experiencing my own divinity. After all, if you've ever seen someone who is extremely physically adept, like Michal Jordan or Mikhail Baryshnikov, it looks like you're witnessing God. And indeed to some degree you are. You're witnessing someone so developed in that line of understanding that they are reaching a sublime state of being.
Our physical body gives us such immediate and practical information about our being. And, because this is the vehicle, the container, of heart and mind, it makes sense to not only learn from it, but to also keep it healthy so that it can take us where we want to go. Besides, it's fun. It feels good. What could heaven possibly be but some variation of those two things. Even when I experience love, I can only do that through the nuts and bolts of this body. When my heart feels like it's going to grow bigger than my chest and burst out of it, or like it's being stepped on and smooshed black, it's still within the container of my body that I experience and understand that.
The Spirit Likes to Dress Up
Someone who understood this beautifully is Mary Oliver in her poem about this discovery of who we are through listening and how the body plays a vital role in that discovery. I'm convinced that Mary Oliver is a yogi but who works with a pen rather than a mat. Check it out.
POEM
The spirit
likes to dress up like this:
ten fingers,
ten toes,
shoulders, and all the rest
at night
in the black branches,
in the morning
in the blue branches
of the world.
It could float, of course,
but would rather
plumb rough matter.
Airy and shapeless thing,
it needs
the metaphor of the body,
lime and appetite,
the oceanic fluids;
it needs the body's world,
instinct
and imagination
and the dark hug of time,
sweetness
and tangibility,
to be understood,
to be more than pure light
that burns
where no one is —
so it enters us —
in the morning
shines from brute comfort
like a stitch of lightning;
and at night
lights up the deep and wondrous
drownings of the body
like a star.
by Mary Oliver, from Dream Work
I invite you to practice understanding yourself better through the pleasure of feeling our body move in a wonderful yoga practice.
Scott Moore is a senior teacher of yoga and mindfulness in the US (New York, Salt Lake City, LA) and abroad and the author of Practical Yoga Nidra: The 10-Step Method to Reduce Stress, Improve Sleep, and Restore Your Spirit. When he's not teaching or conducting retreats, or traveling to teach, he also writes for Yogi Times, Conscious Life News, Elephant Journal, Mantra Magazine, Medium, and his own blog at scottmooreyoga.com. Scott also loves to run, play the saxophone, and travel with his wife and son. Check out his yoga retreats and trainings in places like Tuscany, France, and Hong Kong , his online Yoga Nidra Course and his Yoga Teacher Mentor Program. Scott just moved back to Salt Lake City after living in Southern France with his family.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--Thousands Rally in London To Oppose Another COVID-19 Lockdown

Six months after parliament passed the Coronavirus Act 2020 , which gives the government powers to impose lockdowns and other restrictive social distancing measures ( measures that have been accompanied by stiff fines ) , thousands of Britons packed London ’ s Trafalgar Square bearing signs reading “ We Do Not Consent ” and “ Think Before It ’ s Illegal ” during a rally that was billed as a “ We Do Not Consent ” anti-lockdown demonstration .
The event was organized by a coalition of political groups , and supporters have been galvanized by the talk of another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as PM Boris Johnson ’ s assurances that a lockdown would be imposed if the government felt all other measures had failed .
Protests are exempt from the rule of six , a rule that threatens fines for groups of more than six people , which has created much aggravation in the UK .
Organizers of the rally had to submit a “ risk assessment ” and agree to comply with social distancing rules .
While police told the press that the organizers had completed these requirements , the metropolitan police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wearing masks and violating other rules .
Demonstrators waved signs and British flags and cheered as speakers – including several notable “ conspiracy theories ” , according to the Guardian – addressed the crowd .
Crowds chanted “ freedom ” as people whistled and clapped .
At points , police fulfilled their promise to break up crowds .
Before they began , the protests received a warning from the Metropolitan Police , which said it would intervene if the protesters don ’ t abide by social distancing guidelines .
Toby Young , General @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expressed hope that law enforcement would allow the group to protest “ as they did with [ Extinction Rebellion ] and BLM.
” Attending the protest , Kerry Dunn , 41 , from Bath , claimed her son , Beau , suffered adverse effects after being vaccinated .
Another event billed as a “ People ’ s network and family picnic ” , is also being organized by the same activists for Sunday in Hyde Park .
By Tyler Durden / Republished with permission / Zero Hedge

By Tyler Durden | Zero Hedge | Waking Times
Six months after parliament passed the Coronavirus Act 2020, which gives the government powers to impose lockdowns and other restrictive social distancing measures (measures that have been accompanied by stiff fines), thousands of Britons packed London’s Trafalgar Square bearing signs reading “We Do Not Consent” and “Think Before It’s Illegal” during a rally that was billed as a “We Do Not Consent” anti-lockdown demonstration.
The event was organized by a coalition of political groups, and supporters have been galvanized by the talk of another London lockdown by mayor Sadiq Khan, as well as PM Boris Johnson’s assurances that a lockdown would be imposed if the government felt all other measures had failed.
Protests are exempt from the rule of six, a rule that threatens fines for groups of more than six people, which has created much aggravation in the UK. Organizers of the rally had to submit a “risk assessment” and agree to comply with social distancing rules. While police told the press that the organizers had completed these requirements, the metropolitan police promised to crack down on those not wearing masks and violating other rules.
They added that enforcement “remains a last resort but will be undertaken if required.”
Demonstrators waved signs and British flags and cheered as speakers – including several notable “conspiracy theories”, according to the Guardian – addressed the crowd. Crowds chanted “freedom” as people whistled and clapped.
#WeDoNotConsent
The crowds get bigger at every protest.
More people are waking up.
Stand up and fight for your rights.
Trafalgar Square pic.twitter.com/gugLqUfLs6 — Charlotte Gracias (@Charlotte3003G) September 26, 2020
Thousand of people have joined a #NoNewNormal demonstration against #lockdown, mass vaccination and other Covid-19 measures in Trafalgar Square. pic.twitter.com/n30bIoVJVe — Damien Gayle (@damiengayle) September 26, 2020
“I’ve been shouting that mandatory vaccines are coming, no one believed me. No we can see it’s just around the corner, we’ve never been closer.” Kerry Dunn, 41, from Bath, whose son, Beau, suffered severe brain damage after he was vaccinated. pic.twitter.com/lhZrLp022E — Damien Gayle (@damiengayle) September 26, 2020
“What is see is fear and negativity being propagated. In Ayurveda, which is the root of western medicine, we say the thing that weakens the immune system the most is negativity.” Vinothini Apok, 40, a former doctor from north London. pic.twitter.com/ZvBzzGquDB — Damien Gayle (@damiengayle) September 26, 2020
At points, police fulfilled their promise to break up crowds. Before they began, the protests received a warning from the Metropolitan Police, which said it would intervene if the protesters don’t abide by social distancing guidelines.
Police have moved in to break up the crowd at the #NoNewNormal demo pic.twitter.com/1gwbo200sB — Damien Gayle (@damiengayle) September 26, 2020
Toby Young, General Secretary of the Free Speech Union, expressed hope that law enforcement would allow the group to protest “as they did with [Extinction Rebellion] and BLM.”
Thousands have gathered in Trafalgar Square to protest against the lockdown. I hope the police allow them to peacefully protest, as they did the BLM and XR protestors. pic.twitter.com/Ef4H7uoC0x — Toby Young (@toadmeister) September 26, 2020
Attending the protest, Kerry Dunn, 41, from Bath, claimed her son, Beau, suffered adverse effects after being vaccinated.
“I’ve been shouting that mandatory vaccines are coming, no one believed me,” she said. “Now we can see it’s just around the corner, we’ve never been closer.”
Another event billed as a “People’s network and family picnic”, is also being organized by the same activists for Sunday in Hyde Park.
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By Tyler Durden / Republished with permission / Zero Hedge


consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--New Study Finds Multiple Underground Water Reservoirs Discovered on Mars

( TMU ) – A number of liquid bodies have been found on Mars , raising the tantalizing possibility that liquid water could exist on the Red Planet long believed to be desolate and hostile to life .
A major new study published Monday by the journal Nature Astronomy indicates that a subterranean reservoir of extremely salty water is located close to the Martian south pole .
For scientists , the existence of such a lake – along with a number of other wet areas – is a tell-tale sign that the planet could harbor its own native microscopic life @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to survival .
While some researchers still remain unconvinced that liquid water exists on Mars , the new study lends credibility to the belief that the Mars Express robot orbiter made the discovery , according to tentative findings from 2018 during the mission to radar map the planet ’ s crust .
The research gleaned from those findings found that an underground “ lake ” of liquid water lies beneath layers of sediment close to the planet ’ s south pole , similar to the subglacial lakes that exist underneath Greenland and Antarctica @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The 2018 study was hailed as a huge breakthrough in the search for alien life in our universe , in general , and on Mars , specifically , but skeptics continued to question whether scientists had actually accumulated enough details to know with certainty that they had actually found a vast lake of liquid water .
However , this latest study used the techniques used by the satellites orbiting our own planet to study the massive subterranean lakes underneath Antarctic glaciers to confirm that the vast store of liquid does exist on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ across .
Earth ’ s own subglacial lakes thrive with bacterial life , leading scientists to believe that their Martian counterparts could also be teeming with microscopic activity .
“ We are much more confident now , ” said Elena Pettinelli , a geophysics professor at Italy ’ s Roma Tre University , who led the research on this and the previous study .
“ We did many more observations , and we processed the data completely differently.
” The researchers were also able to use the method to locate a patchwork of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ separated from the main reservoir .
Researchers still don ’ t know precisely how deep the reservoirs go , but they are located a bit more than a mile below the surface .
The data also shows that the bodies are likely filled with hypersaline solutions or water that is so saturated with a thick concentrate of calcium , magnesium , sodium , and potassium that they are able to remain liquid despite the extremely cold conditions on the Martian south pole .
If these pools are filled with liquid water , they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life – which itself could be the remnant of life that may have existed billions of years ago on the planet if Mars had the sort of oceanic expanses of water on its surface that the Earth does .
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By Elias Marat | TheMindUnleashed.com
(TMU) – A number of liquid bodies have been found on Mars, raising the tantalizing possibility that liquid water could exist on the Red Planet long believed to be desolate and hostile to life.
A major new study published Monday by the journal Nature Astronomy indicates that a subterranean reservoir of extremely salty water is located close to the Martian south pole. For scientists, the existence of such a lake – along with a number of other wet areas – is a tell-tale sign that the planet could harbor its own native microscopic life, given the importance of liquid water to survival.
While some researchers still remain unconvinced that liquid water exists on Mars, the new study lends credibility to the belief that the Mars Express robot orbiter made the discovery, according to tentative findings from 2018 during the mission to radar map the planet’s crust.
The research gleaned from those findings found that an underground “lake” of liquid water lies beneath layers of sediment close to the planet’s south pole, similar to the subglacial lakes that exist underneath Greenland and Antarctica’s ice sheets here on Earth.
The 2018 study was hailed as a huge breakthrough in the search for alien life in our universe, in general, and on Mars, specifically, but skeptics continued to question whether scientists had actually accumulated enough details to know with certainty that they had actually found a vast lake of liquid water.
However, this latest study used the techniques used by the satellites orbiting our own planet to study the massive subterranean lakes underneath Antarctic glaciers to confirm that the vast store of liquid does exist on Mars, and spans about 15 miles across.
Earth’s own subglacial lakes thrive with bacterial life, leading scientists to believe that their Martian counterparts could also be teeming with microscopic activity.
“We are much more confident now,” said Elena Pettinelli, a geophysics professor at Italy’s Roma Tre University, who led the research on this and the previous study. “We did many more observations, and we processed the data completely differently.”
The researchers were also able to use the method to locate a patchwork of other buried reservoirs in the region, separated from the main reservoir.
Researchers still don’t know precisely how deep the reservoirs go, but they are located a bit more than a mile below the surface.
The data also shows that the bodies are likely filled with hypersaline solutions or water that is so saturated with a thick concentrate of calcium, magnesium, sodium, and potassium that they are able to remain liquid despite the extremely cold conditions on the Martian south pole.
If these pools are filled with liquid water, they are a likely venue for microbial alien life – which itself could be the remnant of life that may have existed billions of years ago on the planet if Mars had the sort of oceanic expanses of water on its surface that the Earth does.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--Vitamin D Cuts SARS-CoV-2 Infection Rate by Half

An August 2020 study found patients who had a vitamin D level below 12 ng/mL ( 30 nmol/L ) had a 6.12 times higher risk of severe disease requiring invasive mechanical ventilation , and 14.7 times higher risk of death compared to those with a vitamin D level above 12 ng/mL Spanish researchers found giving hospitalized COVID-19 patients supplemental calcifediol ( a vitamin D3 analog ) in addition to standard of care lowered ICU admissions from 50 % to 2 % and eliminated deaths Having a vitamin D level below 30 ng/mL also approximately doubles your risk of being hospitalized @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on data from 7,807 Israelis , those with a vitamin D level above 30 ng/mL ( 75 nmol/L ) had a 58 % to 59 % lower risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 compared to those with a vitamin D level below 29 ng/mL ( 74 nmol/L ) Based on data from 191,779 American patients , people with a vitamin D level of at least 55 ng/mL ( 138 nmol/L ) had a 47 % lower SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate compared to those with a level below 20 ng/mL ( 50 nmol/L ) Evidence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ SARS-CoV-2 infection , hospitalization , severe complications , and death continues to mount .
Most recently , a September 17 , 2020 , paper1 in PLOS ONE found people with lower vitamin D levels in their blood had a significantly higher risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 .
The lead researcher in this study was Dr. Michael Hollick , who is widely recognized as one of the leading vitamin D experts in the world .
I have interviewed him twice in the past .
He and his team used retrospective observational analysis of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blood levels impacted positivity rates .
Based on vitamin D results from the preceding 12 months and SARS-CoV-2 test data from mid-March through mid-June 2020 from 191,779 patients from 50 U.S. states , people with a vitamin D level of at least 55 ng/mL ( 138 nmol/L ) had a 47 % lower SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate compared to those with a level below 20 ng/mL ( 50 nmol/L ) .2 As noted by the authors : The graph below , obtained from GrassrootsHealth,6 shows how the rate of positive SARS-CoV-2 results declines as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as you increase your vitamin D level from 20 ng/mL to 55 ng/mL , your risk of having a positive SARS-CoV-2 test result decreases by 47 % .
Even after adjustment for gender , age , ethnicity , and latitude , the risk of having a positive test result was 43 % lower among those with a vitamin D level of 55 ng/mL compared to those with a level of 20 ng/mL .
I understand that the COVID-19 test may be worthless and counterproductive with its false positives , but it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assess interventions .
That higher vitamin D levels lower the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection ( i.e.
, getting a positive test result ) was also confirmed in an Israeli population-based study7,8 published in July 2020 .
This paper examined data from 7,807people tested for SARS-CoV-2 infection between February 1 and April 30 of 2020 who also had vitamin D test data available .
Here , those with a vitamin D level above 30 ng/mL ( 75 nmol/L ) had a 59 % lower risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 compared to those with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 29 ng/mL ( 50 to 74 nmol/L ) , and a 58 % lower risk compared to those with a vitamin D level below 20 ng/mL ( 50 nmol/L ) .
The graph below , from a GrassrootsHealth report,9 illustrates the findings .
Seeing how higher vitamin D levels lower your risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 in the first place , it ’ s no surprise then that other data show higher vitamin D also lowers hospital and intensive care admissions .
The Israeli analysis10 above , for example , found @ @ @ @ @ @ @ SARS-CoV-2 infection , those who had a vitamin D level below 30 ng/mL also had 1.95 times ( crude odds ratio ) to 2.09 times ( odds ratio after adjustment for demographics and psychiatric and somatic disorders ) higher risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19 .
In other words , having a vitamin D level below 30 ng/mL about doubled the risk of being hospitalized with COVID-19 .
Vitamin D , when administered to hospitalized patients , can also lower their risk of needing intensive care .
This was demonstrated by Spanish researchers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ online on August 29 , 2020 .
They found hospitalized COVID-19 patients who were given supplemental calcifediol ( a vitamin D3 analog also known as 25-hydroxycholecalciferol or 25-hydroxyvitamin D ) in addition to standard of care — which included the use of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin — had significantly lower intensive care unit admissions .
Patients in the vitamin D arm received 532 micrograms of calcifediol on the day of admission ( equivalent to 106,400 IUs of vitamin D15 ) followed by 266 mcg on Days 3 and 7 ( equivalent to 53,200 IUs16 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 266 mcg once a week until discharge , ICU admission , or death .
Of those receiving calcifediol , only 2 % required ICU admission , compared to 50 % of those who did not get calcifediol .
None of those given vitamin D supplementations died , whereas 7.6 % in the standard care group perished .
Other studies have also confirmed that higher vitamin D levels lower your risk of complications and death from COVID-19 .
Among them is the August 2020 study17,18 published in the journal Nutrients , which found patients @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12 ng/mL ( 30 nmol/L ) had a 6.12 times higher risk of severe disease requiring invasive mechanical ventilation , and 14.7 times higher risk of death compared to those with a vitamin D level above 12 ng/mL .
An Iranian study19,20 published online in mid-July 2020 also found that patients with vitamin D levels above 30 ng/mL ( 75 nmol/L ) had better clinical outcomes and a far lower risk of death .
Among COVID-19 patients over the age of 40 who had vitamin D levels below 30 ng/mL , 20 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those with levels at or above 30 ng/mL .
Among those with a vitamin D level of at least 40 ng/mL , only 6.3 % died .
Yet another study , published in the Journal of Endocrinological Investigation in August 2020 , found vitamin D deficiency was a common factor among hospitalized patients in Italy who had been diagnosed with COVID-19 related respiratory failure .
According to the study authors : How and Why Vitamin D Lowers COVID-19 Risks In “ Bradykinin Hypothesis Explains COVID-19 Complexities , ” I reviewed how vitamin D @ @ @ @ @ @ @ death by inhibiting both cytokine22 and bradykinin storms.23 Vitamin D also : All of these factors make it an important component of COVID-19 prevention and treatment .
As temperatures and humidity levels drop — two factors that influence the viability of SARS-CoV-2 in air and on surfaces — it ’ s quite likely we ’ ll see a reemergence as we move into fall and winter .
My # StopCOVIDCold campaign seeks to raise awareness about the importance of vitamin D optimization to prevent a resurgence of COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ free of charge on the # StopCOVIDCold website , provide in-depth information about the biological mechanics behind vitamin D ’ s protective effects .
Now , as the northern hemisphere heads into autumn , is the ideal time to check your vitamin D level and start taking action to raise it if you ’ re below 40 ng/mL ( 100 nmol/L ) .
Experts recommend a vitamin D level between 40 and 60 ng/ml ( 100 to 150 nmol/L ) .
An easy and cost-effective way of measuring your vitamin D level is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ testing kit .
Once you know your current vitamin D level , use the GrassrootsHealth vitamin D calculator31 to determine how much vitamin D you might need to reach your target level .
To optimize vitamin D absorption and utilization , be sure to take your vitamin D with vitamin K2 and magnesium .
As explained in “ Magnesium and K2 Optimize Your Vitamin D Supplementation , ” taking magnesium and vitamin K2 can lower your oral vitamin D requirement by as much as 244 % .
Lastly , remember to retest in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you ’ ve reached your target level .
If you have , then you know you ’ re taking the correct dosage .
If you ’ re still low ( or have reached a level above 80 ng/mL ) , you ’ ll need to adjust your dosage accordingly and retest again in another three to four months .

By Dr. Joseph Mercola | mercola.com
An August 2020 study found patients who had a vitamin D level below 12 ng/mL (30 nmol/L) had a 6.12 times higher risk of severe disease requiring invasive mechanical ventilation, and 14.7 times higher risk of death compared to those with a vitamin D level above 12 ng/mL
Spanish researchers found giving hospitalized COVID-19 patients supplemental calcifediol (a vitamin D3 analog) in addition to standard of care lowered ICU admissions from 50% to 2% and eliminated deaths
Having a vitamin D level below 30 ng/mL also approximately doubles your risk of being hospitalized with COVID-19, Israeli researchers found
Based on data from 7,807 Israelis, those with a vitamin D level above 30 ng/mL (75 nmol/L) had a 58% to 59% lower risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 compared to those with a vitamin D level below 29 ng/mL (74 nmol/L)
Based on data from 191,779 American patients, people with a vitamin D level of at least 55 ng/mL (138 nmol/L) had a 47% lower SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate compared to those with a level below 20 ng/mL (50 nmol/L)
Evidence showing vitamin D lowers your risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection, hospitalization, severe complications, and death continues to mount. Most recently, a September 17, 2020, paper1 in PLOS ONE found people with lower vitamin D levels in their blood had a significantly higher risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2.
Higher Vitamin D Lowers Risk of Positive SARS-CoV-2 Test
The lead researcher in this study was Dr. Michael Hollick, who is widely recognized as one of the leading vitamin D experts in the world. I have interviewed him twice in the past. He and his team used retrospective observational analysis of SARS-CoV-2 tests to determine whether vitamin D blood levels impacted positivity rates.
Based on vitamin D results from the preceding 12 months and SARS-CoV-2 test data from mid-March through mid-June 2020 from 191,779 patients from 50 U.S. states, people with a vitamin D level of at least 55 ng/mL (138 nmol/L) had a 47% lower SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate compared to those with a level below 20 ng/mL (50 nmol/L).2 As noted by the authors:
“The SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate was 9.3% and the mean seasonally adjusted 25(OH)D was 31.7 [ng/mL]. The SARS-CoV-2 positivity rate was higher in the 39,190 patients with ‘deficient’ 25(OH)D values (<20 ng/mL) (12.5% …) than in the 27,870 patients with ‘adequate’ values (30–34 ng/mL) (8.1% …) and the 12,321 patients with values ≥55 ng/mL (5.9% …) …3
The risk of SARS-CoV-2 positivity continued to decline until the serum levels reached 55 ng/mL. This finding is not surprising, given the established inverse relationship between risk of respiratory viral pathogens, including influenza, and 25(OH)D levels.4
SARS-CoV-2 positivity is strongly and inversely associated with circulating 25(OH)D levels, a relationship that persists across latitudes, races/ethnicities, both sexes, and age ranges. Our findings provide impetus to explore the role of vitamin D supplementation in reducing the risk for SARS-CoV-2 infection and COVID-19 disease.”5
The graph below, obtained from GrassrootsHealth,6 shows how the rate of positive SARS-CoV-2 results declines as vitamin D levels go up. Again, as you increase your vitamin D level from 20 ng/mL to 55 ng/mL, your risk of having a positive SARS-CoV-2 test result decreases by 47%.
Even after adjustment for gender, age, ethnicity, and latitude, the risk of having a positive test result was 43% lower among those with a vitamin D level of 55 ng/mL compared to those with a level of 20 ng/mL. I understand that the COVID-19 test may be worthless and counterproductive with its false positives, but it is the only metric we currently have to assess interventions.
Vitamin D Lowers Infection and Hospitalization Rates
That higher vitamin D levels lower the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection (i.e., getting a positive test result) was also confirmed in an Israeli population-based study7,8 published in July 2020. This paper examined data from 7,807people tested for SARS-CoV-2 infection between February 1 and April 30 of 2020 who also had vitamin D test data available.
Here, those with a vitamin D level above 30 ng/mL (75 nmol/L) had a 59% lower risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 compared to those with a vitamin D level between 20 ng/mL and 29 ng/mL (50 to 74 nmol/L), and a 58% lower risk compared to those with a vitamin D level below 20 ng/mL (50 nmol/L). The graph below, from a GrassrootsHealth report,9 illustrates the findings.
Vitamin D Lowers Hospital and ICU Admissions
Seeing how higher vitamin D levels lower your risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 in the first place, it’s no surprise then that other data show higher vitamin D also lowers hospital and intensive care admissions.
The Israeli analysis10 above, for example, found that among individuals who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 infection, those who had a vitamin D level below 30 ng/mL also had 1.95 times (crude odds ratio) to 2.09 times (odds ratio after adjustment for demographics and psychiatric and somatic disorders) higher risk of being hospitalized for COVID-19.
In other words, having a vitamin D level below 30 ng/mL about doubled the risk of being hospitalized with COVID-19. Vitamin D, when administered to hospitalized patients, can also lower their risk of needing intensive care.
This was demonstrated by Spanish researchers in a small randomized clinical study11,12,13,14 published online on August 29, 2020. They found hospitalized COVID-19 patients who were given supplemental calcifediol (a vitamin D3 analog also known as 25-hydroxycholecalciferol or 25-hydroxyvitamin D) in addition to standard of care — which included the use of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin — had significantly lower intensive care unit admissions.
Patients in the vitamin D arm received 532 micrograms of calcifediol on the day of admission (equivalent to 106,400 IUs of vitamin D15) followed by 266 mcg on Days 3 and 7 (equivalent to 53,200 IUs16). After that, they received 266 mcg once a week until discharge, ICU admission, or death.
Of those receiving calcifediol, only 2% required ICU admission, compared to 50% of those who did not get calcifediol. None of those given vitamin D supplementations died, whereas 7.6% in the standard care group perished.
Vitamin D Lowers COVID-19 Mortality
Other studies have also confirmed that higher vitamin D levels lower your risk of complications and death from COVID-19. Among them is the August 2020 study17,18 published in the journal Nutrients, which found patients who had a vitamin D level below 12 ng/mL (30 nmol/L) had a 6.12 times higher risk of severe disease requiring invasive mechanical ventilation, and 14.7 times higher risk of death compared to those with a vitamin D level above 12 ng/mL.
An Iranian study19,20 published online in mid-July 2020 also found that patients with vitamin D levels above 30 ng/mL (75 nmol/L) had better clinical outcomes and a far lower risk of death. Among COVID-19 patients over the age of 40 who had vitamin D levels below 30 ng/mL, 20% died, compared to 9.7% of those with levels at or above 30 ng/mL. Among those with a vitamin D level of at least 40 ng/mL, only 6.3% died.
Low Vitamin D Is a Risk Factor for Respiratory Failure
Yet another study, published in the Journal of Endocrinological Investigation in August 2020, found vitamin D deficiency was a common factor among hospitalized patients in Italy who had been diagnosed with COVID-19 related respiratory failure.
These considerations support the recommendation that people at risk of influenza and/or COVID-19 consider vitamin D supplementation to raise their 25(OH)D concentrations above 40-60 ng/mL, and that treatment of patients infected with influenza and/or COVID-19 includes higher vitamin D doses. ~ Journal of Endocrinological Investigation August 2020
As reported by GrassrootsHealth:21
“Vitamin D levels were measured for each patient and were defined as insufficient (20-29 ng/ml or 50-74 nmol/L), moderately deficient (10-19 ng/ml (25-49 nmol/L), and severely deficient (<10 ng/ml or <25 nmol/L). A normal vitamin D level was defined as 30 ng/ml (75 nmol/L) or higher.
81% of the patients with acute respiratory failure due to COVID-19 had vitamin D levels below 30 ng/ml (75 nmol/L); and 24% had severe vitamin D deficiency (≤10 ng/ml or ≤25 nmol/L).
When looking at mortality rates after 10 days of hospitalization, it was found that those with severe vitamin D deficiency had a 50% probability of death, compared to 5% among those with a vitamin D level greater than 10 ng/ml (25 nmol/L).
This is a 10 times higher risk of death among patients with severe vitamin D deficiency compared to patients with vitamin D levels >10 ng/ml (>25 nmol/L) at 10 days of hospitalization.”
According to the study authors:
“Altogether, these considerations support the recommendation that people at risk of influenza and/or COVID-19 consider vitamin D supplementation to raise their 25(OH)D concentrations above 40-60 ng/mL, and that treatment of patients infected with influenza and/or COVID-19 includes higher vitamin D doses.”
How and Why Vitamin D Lowers COVID-19 Risks
In “Bradykinin Hypothesis Explains COVID-19 Complexities,” I reviewed how vitamin D lowers your risk of COVID-19 complications and death by inhibiting both cytokine22 and bradykinin storms.23 Vitamin D also:
Lowers viral replication 24 Boosts your overall immune function by modulating both innate and adaptive immune responses Reduces respiratory distress 25 Improves overall lung function Helps produce surfactants in your lungs that aid in fluid clearance 26 Lowers your risk of comorbidities associated with poor COVID-19 prognosis, including obesity, 27 Type 2 diabetes, 28 high blood pressure 29 and heart disease 30
All of these factors make it an important component of COVID-19 prevention and treatment. As temperatures and humidity levels drop — two factors that influence the viability of SARS-CoV-2 in air and on surfaces — it’s quite likely we’ll see a reemergence as we move into fall and winter.
My #StopCOVIDCold campaign seeks to raise awareness about the importance of vitamin D optimization to prevent a resurgence of COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths. The two reports, which you can download free of charge on the #StopCOVIDCold website, provide in-depth information about the biological mechanics behind vitamin D’s protective effects.
Now, as the northern hemisphere heads into autumn, is the ideal time to check your vitamin D level and start taking action to raise it if you’re below 40 ng/mL (100 nmol/L). Experts recommend a vitamin D level between 40 and 60 ng/ml (100 to 150 nmol/L). An easy and cost-effective way of measuring your vitamin D level is to order GrassrootsHealth’s vitamin D testing kit.
Once you know your current vitamin D level, use the GrassrootsHealth vitamin D calculator31 to determine how much vitamin D you might need to reach your target level.
To optimize vitamin D absorption and utilization, be sure to take your vitamin D with vitamin K2 and magnesium. As explained in “Magnesium and K2 Optimize Your Vitamin D Supplementation,” taking magnesium and vitamin K2 can lower your oral vitamin D requirement by as much as 244%.
Lastly, remember to retest in three to four months to make sure you’ve reached your target level. If you have, then you know you’re taking the correct dosage. If you’re still low (or have reached a level above 80 ng/mL), you’ll need to adjust your dosage accordingly and retest again in another three to four months.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--Morning Inspiration: How To Prove You Can Do It (Motivational Video)

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consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--Planning Your Overseas Move

Planning Your Overseas Move

Have you ever thought about packing up your life and moving overseas ?
It ’ s something that a lot of people do .
There are a lot of really good reasons that people pack up their lives and move to another country .
You may have been offered a job overseas , you may have friends , family , or a partner over there , or you may just have a strong affinity with the country that you ’ re planning to move to .
Whatever the reason for your move , you will have to do a considerable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are able to take the plunge and move there .
In this article , we ’ ll take a look at everything that you need to think about before you move overseas .
The Right To Live and Work Overseas When you have made the decision to move overseas , the first thing that you will need to do is to research visas and other residential permits that are applicable to the country that you ’ d like to move to .
This should be done before you commit to making the move @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Some countries are more welcoming of foreign nationals than others .
Some will offer visas that allow you a great deal of freedom , while other countries may prevent you from working or owning property .
Some countries won ’ t let you stay there for more than a short period of time .
Find out as much as you can about the country that you intend on moving to .
Get in touch with their embassy or check online to find out what their immigration policy is .
Apply early for your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long time for the wheels of bureaucracy to turn , and you will need to know that you definitely have your visa before you can accept any jobs or rent any properties .
Make sure that you know all of the requirements and the restrictions of your visa .
You may find that you need to renew it after a certain amount of time , or that you can apply for citizenship .
Some countries may prevent you from renewing your visa .
A major hurdle that you will need to jump will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ often be tough when you are looking for a job in your own country , but when you are trying to find work overseas , this can be a bigger challenge .
The first step is to look for opportunities with international companies that have bases in your home country .
You may be able to relocate within the same company if you already work for one of these .
One of the problems with applying for jobs overseas is that you might not easily be able to attend interviews .
If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find that companies are willing to make concessions to try and interview you .
For instance , they may offer to interview you via Skype or Zoom .
You could look at working in a remote job ; that way you could work from anywhere in the world .
The types of careers that typically lend themselves to this way of working are graphic design , website and app development , and freelance writing .
Although there are careers that are more frequently aligned with this way of working , with the changes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more , businesses are hiring remote workers and using a more flexible approach to recruitment .
Another route into finding work will be through the English speaking community .
Find local ex-pat groups and look to make inroads and connections with them .
You may be able to find some work in one of their businesses .
You will need to find somewhere to live when you arrive in your new country .
If you are fortunate enough to know someone that lives in the area that you plan to move to , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with them for a short period while you look for somewhere to live .
This will be the most convenient and easy solution as it will save you money on hotel costs while you sort somewhere to live .
You can start your property search early by checking out property agents online .
Whether you are looking for a house or an apartment , you will be able to find somewhere .
For example , here is a listing for .
If you are able to travel to the country you are moving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may be able to view some properties in person .
If you are not , and you know someone that is able to view the property for you , you could do that .
Do you speak the main language of the country that you are moving to ?
While many people all over the world speak English , you should not be reliant on other people ’ s ability to speak your language , particularly if they are not from an English speaking country .
You should make every effort to try @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as possible before you move out there .
Using apps like , you can quickly learn much of the basics of the language before you make your move .
Once you are there , you ’ ll be immersed in the culture and will have plenty of opportunities to hear the language spoken .
Make sure that you take every opportunity possible to speak the language for yourself .
Once you have a visa , job , and home lined up , you can start .
Fortunately , there are international removals companies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ won ’ t be cheap .
Shop around and find the best deal .
Use moving as an opportunity to downsize .
You can sell any possessions that you won ’ t need to take with you and then use the money you make to put towards the move .
You will ideally want to take as little with you as possible .

Have you ever thought about packing up your life and moving overseas? It’s something that a lot of people do. There are a lot of really good reasons that people pack up their lives and move to another country. You may have been offered a job overseas, you may have friends, family, or a partner over there, or you may just have a strong affinity with the country that you’re planning to move to. Whatever the reason for your move, you will have to do a considerable amount of work and research before you are able to take the plunge and move there.
In this article, we’ll take a look at everything that you need to think about before you move overseas.
The Right To Live and Work Overseas
When you have made the decision to move overseas, the first thing that you will need to do is to research visas and other residential permits that are applicable to the country that you’d like to move to. This should be done before you commit to making the move and before you spend any money.
Some countries are more welcoming of foreign nationals than others. Some will offer visas that allow you a great deal of freedom, while other countries may prevent you from working or owning property. Some countries won’t let you stay there for more than a short period of time.
Find out as much as you can about the country that you intend on moving to. Get in touch with their embassy or check online to find out what their immigration policy is.
Apply early for your visas. It can take a very long time for the wheels of bureaucracy to turn, and you will need to know that you definitely have your visa before you can accept any jobs or rent any properties.
Make sure that you know all of the requirements and the restrictions of your visa. You may find that you need to renew it after a certain amount of time, or that you can apply for citizenship. Some countries may prevent you from renewing your visa.
Finding Work Overseas
A major hurdle that you will need to jump will be finding work. Finding work can often be tough when you are looking for a job in your own country, but when you are trying to find work overseas, this can be a bigger challenge.
The first step is to look for opportunities with international companies that have bases in your home country. You may be able to relocate within the same company if you already work for one of these.
One of the problems with applying for jobs overseas is that you might not easily be able to attend interviews. If you have a stellar resume, you may find that companies are willing to make concessions to try and interview you. For instance, they may offer to interview you via Skype or Zoom.
You could look at working in a remote job; that way you could work from anywhere in the world. The types of careers that typically lend themselves to this way of working are graphic design, website and app development, and freelance writing. Although there are careers that are more frequently aligned with this way of working, with the changes in the world following COVID19 more and more, businesses are hiring remote workers and using a more flexible approach to recruitment.
Another route into finding work will be through the English speaking community. Find local ex-pat groups and look to make inroads and connections with them. You may be able to find some work in one of their businesses.
Finding Somewhere To Live
You will need to find somewhere to live when you arrive in your new country. If you are fortunate enough to know someone that lives in the area that you plan to move to, you could see if you could stay with them for a short period while you look for somewhere to live. This will be the most convenient and easy solution as it will save you money on hotel costs while you sort somewhere to live.
You can start your property search early by checking out property agents online. Whether you are looking for a house or an apartment, you will be able to find somewhere. For example, here is a listing for The Nest Residences .
If you are able to travel to the country you are moving to before the actual move, you may be able to view some properties in person. If you are not, and you know someone that is able to view the property for you, you could do that.
Overcoming The Language Barrier
Do you speak the main language of the country that you are moving to? While many people all over the world speak English, you should not be reliant on other people’s ability to speak your language, particularly if they are not from an English speaking country.
You should make every effort to try and learn as much of the language as possible before you move out there. Using apps like Duolingo , you can quickly learn much of the basics of the language before you make your move. Once you are there, you’ll be immersed in the culture and will have plenty of opportunities to hear the language spoken. Make sure that you take every opportunity possible to speak the language for yourself.
Packing and Moving
Once you have a visa, job, and home lined up, you can start planning your move . Fortunately, there are international removals companies that can help you move- but they won’t be cheap. Shop around and find the best deal.
Use moving as an opportunity to downsize. You can sell any possessions that you won’t need to take with you and then use the money you make to put towards the move. You will ideally want to take as little with you as possible.


consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--How To Create a Bold Statement With Your House Paint

When you can make bold choices in your life , then why not choose bold colors for your house ?
Confused regarding choosing a house paint color for your house ?
Do you always land to those same boring colors ?
Well , not now !
Time to pamper and redecorate your house by adding these bold and beautiful colors .
Give your guests and visitors a chance to appreciate your choice of colors and compliment your house .
Ready to give the love your home deserves ?
Here are a few bold colors that you can choose from : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ connection with nature and plants , so this color can refresh your mood completely .
It will create a vibrant space that will energize you .
• Fire red – Red symbolizes love as well as anger .
It can provide you inspiration and enthusiasm .
• Canary yellow – Canary yellow has a touch of orange and represents sunniness and positivity of the sun .
This color when combined with green , white , or blue can turn the wall into a masterpiece .
• Matte black – It is one of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ regarding the choice of paint color .
You can combine matte black with mustard or white , or pair it with a texture , to create a beautiful .
• Teal – Teal represents calmness , just like an ocean .
It is a transformation of traditional blue and can be combined with white shade .
• Tangy orange – It is one of the most energetic colors and is reminiscent of a sunset .
This color will make you feel warm and a bit exotic .
Here are a few factors that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : • The size of the room should be considered before choosing a shade .
For creating a cozier space you can paint the fifth wall with a dark shade and to create an illusion of space you can paint it with a lighter shade .
• Before selecting a color take into consideration the amount of natural light in the room .
It is one of the most important parts if you are thinking of sprucing your home .
• It is important to prepare your home or make it ready for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ master tape , cover the furniture , or shift it to another room and drop cloth on the floor to protect it from the stains .
• Choose the right painting tools like rollers and brushes .
Use good quality brushes and wash them properly after using .
Ready to create a bold statement with your house paint ?
Take help from the professionals to complete the house painting work hassle-free and on time .
You can contact Aapla Painter if you want to be assured of the quality work .
They are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a team of professional painters that can offer you the best services .
Contact them to avail of their wonderful services .
Show off your strong personality by painting these vibrant and bold colors !

When you can make bold choices in your life, then why not choose bold colors for your house?
Confused regarding choosing a house paint color for your house? Do you always land to those same boring colors? Well, not now! Time to pamper and redecorate your house by adding these bold and beautiful colors. Give your guests and visitors a chance to appreciate your choice of colors and compliment your house.
Ready to give the love your home deserves?
Here are a few bold colors that you can choose from:
Lime green – Green has a connection with nature and plants, so this color can refresh your mood completely. It will create a vibrant space that will energize you.
Fire red – Red symbolizes love as well as anger. It can provide you inspiration and enthusiasm.
Canary yellow – Canary yellow has a touch of orange and represents sunniness and positivity of the sun. This color when combined with green, white, or blue can turn the wall into a masterpiece.
Matte black – It is one of the bold choices anyone can ever make regarding the choice of paint color. You can combine matte black with mustard or white, or pair it with a texture, to create a beautiful wall texture .
Teal – Teal represents calmness, just like an ocean. It is a transformation of traditional blue and can be combined with white shade.
Tangy orange – It is one of the most energetic colors and is reminiscent of a sunset. This color will make you feel warm and a bit exotic.
Here are a few factors that you should consider before selecting a color:
The size of the room should be considered before choosing a shade. For creating a cozier space you can paint the fifth wall with a dark shade and to create an illusion of space you can paint it with a lighter shade.
Before selecting a color take into consideration the amount of natural light in the room. It is one of the most important parts if you are thinking of sprucing your home.
It is important to prepare your home or make it ready for the painting. Cover the window with master tape, cover the furniture, or shift it to another room and drop cloth on the floor to protect it from the stains.
Choose the right painting tools like rollers and brushes. Use good quality brushes and wash them properly after using.
Ready to create a bold statement with your house paint? Take help from the professionals to complete the house painting work hassle-free and on time. You can contact Aapla Painter if you want to be assured of the quality work. They are one of the emerging and fastest-growing companies with a team of professional painters that can offer you the best services. Contact them to avail of their wonderful house painting services.
Show off your strong personality by painting these vibrant and bold colors!


consciouslifenews--2020-09-29--Diarrhea: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Diarrhea is among the most common health issues .
In terms of severity , it ranges from a mild , temporary condition to a life-threatening one .
Recent research has revealed that approximately 2 billion cases of diarrhea occur every year .
Also , about 1.9 million kids under the age of 5 years , majorly in developing nations , succumb to the disease each year .
These numbers imply that this health issue is the second leading cause of death in children .
Diarrhea is usually characterized by unusual watery or loose stool .
If a patient frequently passes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ consistency , this may not be considered as diarrhea .
Similarly , breastfed infants usually pass sticky loose stools , and this is considered normal .
This guide focuses on the causes , diagnosis , symptoms , and treatment plans , such as diarrhea tablets and other effective diarrhea management options .
Most causes of diarrhea are associated with some form of infection in the patient ’ s gastrointestinal tract .
Some of the microbes responsible for such infections include viruses , bacteria , and parasitic organisms .
So far , the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Campylobacter , Escherichia Coli , Salmonella , and Shigella .
Note that cases of acute diarrhea are referred to as functional because though the patient ’ s digestive organs seem normal , they are not functioning as expected .
In most developed countries , irritable bowel syndrome is the top cause of functional diarrhea .
Irritable bowel syndrome causes different symptoms such as abdominal pain , cramping , and inconsistent bowel habits , which might include constipation , diarrhea , or both .
Another common health issue linked to chronic diarrhea is inflammatory @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s disease or ulcerative colitis .
These two health conditions can cause issues such as blood in the patient ’ s stool .
Here are other common causes of acute diarrhea .
Chronic infections : The use of antibiotics or a history of travel can cause acute diarrhea .
Various parasites and bacteria can also be a cause .
Microscopic colitis : Persistent type of acute diarrhea that often affects older adults .
This health condition develops due to inflammation and often occurs at night .
Drug-induced diarrhea : Antibiotics , laxatives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in patients .
Cancer-related courses : a unique type of diarrhea known as neoplastic diarrhea is linked to different types of gut cancers .
Keep in mind that there are many causes of diarrhea .
Some of these causes include endocrine-related causes , maldigestion causes , and malabsorptive causes of diarrhea .
If you or your loved one is battling with diarrhea issues , it is recommended to seek immediate medical attention to get diagnosed and treated by an expert .
Some of the common symptoms of diarrhea include ; Keep in mind @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other health problems .
Therefore , it is in your best interest to talk to a pharmacist or your doctor to get diagnosed for diarrhea or any other underlying health issue .
Many mild cases of diarrhea may resolve without any treatment .
However , chronic or persistent diarrhea requires medical attention , particularly from a medical expert who can diagnose and treat underlying issues in addition to their usual symptoms of diarrhea .
Here are the recommended treatment options .
Older adults and children suffering from diarrhea are more susceptible to dehydration @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fluids while drinking more fluids .
In severe cases of diarrhea , the patient may need intravenous fluids .
Your doctor may also recommend oral rehydration solutions or salts .
This is simply water that contains glucose and salt .
Taking ORS offers the patient ’ s small intestines a chance to absorb the solution to replace electrolytes and water lost in the loose stool .
Zinc supplements may also minimize the duration and severity of diarrhea in kids .
Though there are many products being sold online that did promise to stop @ @ @ @ @ @ @ should first talk to your doctor before you purchase or use such products .
This is particularly important for patients with underlying health conditions such as blood pressure and diabetes .
Most people battling with diarrhea usually opt for over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medication .
These drugs include bismuth subsalicylate and loperamide .
Imodium is considered an antimotility drug that minimizes stool passage .
It ’ s available in most physical pharmacies and even online pharmacies .
Pepto-Bismol minimizes diarrhea stool output in both children and adults .
The drug can also prevent travelers ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the counter ( pharmacies ) and most online stores that deal with prescription drugs .
Keep in mind that there is a growing concern that some anti-diarrhea medication might prolong bacterial infections by minimizing the removal of pathogens via stool .
This is why you should speak to your doctor before you take any medication to treat diarrhea issues .
Antibiotics can also treat diarrhea if it is caused by bacteria infections .
Just like most prescription drugs are out there , you shouldn ’ t take antibiotics without your doctor ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ diarrhea is by implementing the right diet .
Some of the nutrition tips to help you minimize diarrhea include ; • Take a lot of clear fluids such as water , fruit juice without added sugar , and electrolyte drinks .
• Drink fluids between your meals , not during your meals .
• Eat food high in soluble fiber like oatmeal , rice , and bananas as which foods could thicken your stool .
• Consume foods high in sodium and liquids like sports drinks , broth , and salted crackers There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can take to manage diarrhea and other gut issues .
Talk to a nutritionist or your doctor to learn the specific foods and beverages you should attack and the ones that you should avoid .
When diagnosed and treated and on time , diarrhea is curable in adults and children .
However , failure to seek medical attention could lead to chronic diarrhea and other health issues such as dehydration .
As much as you want to purchase over the counter drugs , it is in your best interest to seek reliable medical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Disclaimer : Content from the ConsciousLifeNews.com website and blog is not intended to be used for medical advice , diagnosis or treatment .
The information provided on this website is intended for general consumer understanding and is NOT intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice .
As health and nutrition research continuously evolves , we do not guarantee the accuracy , completeness , or timeliness of any information presented on this website .

Diarrhea is among the most common health issues. In terms of severity, it ranges from a mild, temporary condition to a life-threatening one. Recent research has revealed that approximately 2 billion cases of diarrhea occur every year. Also, about 1.9 million kids under the age of 5 years, majorly in developing nations, succumb to the disease each year. These numbers imply that this health issue is the second leading cause of death in children.
Diarrhea is usually characterized by unusual watery or loose stool. If a patient frequently passes stool, but it is of normal consistency, this may not be considered as diarrhea. Similarly, breastfed infants usually pass sticky loose stools, and this is considered normal. This guide focuses on the causes, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment plans, such as diarrhea tablets and other effective diarrhea management options.
Causes of diarrhea
Most causes of diarrhea are associated with some form of infection in the patient’s gastrointestinal tract. Some of the microbes responsible for such infections include viruses, bacteria, and parasitic organisms. So far, the most commonly identified causes of diarrhea include bacteria Campylobacter, Escherichia Coli, Salmonella, and Shigella.
Note that cases of acute diarrhea are referred to as functional because though the patient’s digestive organs seem normal, they are not functioning as expected. In most developed countries, irritable bowel syndrome is the top cause of functional diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome causes different symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramping, and inconsistent bowel habits, which might include constipation, diarrhea, or both.
Another common health issue linked to chronic diarrhea is inflammatory bowel disease. This is either Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. These two health conditions can cause issues such as blood in the patient’s stool. Here are other common causes of acute diarrhea.
Chronic infections: The use of antibiotics or a history of travel can cause acute diarrhea. Various parasites and bacteria can also be a cause.
Microscopic colitis: Persistent type of acute diarrhea that often affects older adults. This health condition develops due to inflammation and often occurs at night.
Drug-induced diarrhea: Antibiotics, laxatives, and other drugs can trigger issues in patients.
Cancer-related courses: a unique type of diarrhea known as neoplastic diarrhea is linked to different types of gut cancers.
Keep in mind that there are many causes of diarrhea. Some of these causes include endocrine-related causes, maldigestion causes, and malabsorptive causes of diarrhea. If you or your loved one is battling with diarrhea issues, it is recommended to seek immediate medical attention to get diagnosed and treated by an expert.
Symptoms of diarrhea
Some of the common symptoms of diarrhea include;
Abdominal cramps
Fever
Stomach pain
Chills
Bloating
body ache
Weight loss
Dehydration
Persistent vomiting
Keep in mind that some of these symptoms may indicate other health problems. Therefore, it is in your best interest to talk to a pharmacist or your doctor to get diagnosed for diarrhea or any other underlying health issue.
Treatment options for diarrhea patients
Many mild cases of diarrhea may resolve without any treatment. However, chronic or persistent diarrhea requires medical attention, particularly from a medical expert who can diagnose and treat underlying issues in addition to their usual symptoms of diarrhea. Here are the recommended treatment options.
1. Hydration
Older adults and children suffering from diarrhea are more susceptible to dehydration. It is recommended to replace lost fluids while drinking more fluids. In severe cases of diarrhea, the patient may need intravenous fluids.
Your doctor may also recommend oral rehydration solutions or salts. This is simply water that contains glucose and salt. Taking ORS offers the patient’s small intestines a chance to absorb the solution to replace electrolytes and water lost in the loose stool.
Zinc supplements may also minimize the duration and severity of diarrhea in kids. Though there are many products being sold online that did promise to stop diarrhea within a short time, you should first talk to your doctor before you purchase or use such products. This is particularly important for patients with underlying health conditions such as blood pressure and diabetes.
2. Medication
Most people battling with diarrhea usually opt for over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medication. These drugs include bismuth subsalicylate and loperamide. Imodium is considered an antimotility drug that minimizes stool passage. It’s available in most physical pharmacies and even online pharmacies.
Pepto-Bismol minimizes diarrhea stool output in both children and adults. The drug can also prevent travelers’ diarrhea. This product is available over the counter (pharmacies) and most online stores that deal with prescription drugs.
Keep in mind that there is a growing concern that some anti-diarrhea medication might prolong bacterial infections by minimizing the removal of pathogens via stool. This is why you should speak to your doctor before you take any medication to treat diarrhea issues. Antibiotics can also treat diarrhea if it is caused by bacteria infections. Just like most prescription drugs are out there, you shouldn’t take antibiotics without your doctor’s guidance.
Another effective way of treating diarrhea is by implementing the right diet. Some of the nutrition tips to help you minimize diarrhea include;
Take a lot of clear fluids such as water, fruit juice without added sugar, and electrolyte drinks.
Drink fluids between your meals, not during your meals.
Eat food high in soluble fiber like oatmeal, rice, and bananas as which foods could thicken your stool.
Consume foods high in sodium and liquids like sports drinks, broth, and salted crackers
There are many beverages and foods that you can take to manage diarrhea and other gut issues. Talk to a nutritionist or your doctor to learn the specific foods and beverages you should attack and the ones that you should avoid.
When diagnosed and treated and on time, diarrhea is curable in adults and children. However, failure to seek medical attention could lead to chronic diarrhea and other health issues such as dehydration. As much as you want to purchase over the counter drugs, it is in your best interest to seek reliable medical attention from a reputable healthcare facility.
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consciouslifenews--2020-09-30--What Defines You? | Dr. Sue Morter

What Defines You? | Dr. Sue Morter

Consciously build neurocircuitry so that you accurately define who you think you are .
You are infinite potential and possibility @ @ @ @ @ unattainable , I understand because I was intimidated growing up .
And became super hard @ @ @ @ @ I did n't know who I was .
So I invite you to take a @ @ @ @ @ make sure you are doing what you desire ?
Ask yourself do you feel love @ @ @ @ @ can generate the love inside on command .
Open your heart , soften , and @ @ @ @ @ central channel .
Take it to the body to recognize the real definition of you @ @ @ @ @ begin to connect the dots when you let go of the labels and boxes you @ @ @ @ @ yourself .
And you start to let go when you focus on , “ Do @ @ @ @ @ body all day long ?
” So that you build the circuitry to become masterful @ @ @

Video Source: Dr. Sue Morter
Consciously build neurocircuitry so that you accurately define who you think you are.
You are infinite potential and possibility. And if that feels unattainable, I understand because I was intimidated growing up. And became super hard on myself
to compensate because I didn't know who I was.
So I invite you to take a “time out” and make sure you are doing what you desire? Ask yourself
do you feel love inside your body? You can generate the love inside on command. Open your heart, soften, and melt. Breathe in the central channel.
Take it to the body to recognize the real definition of you as pure potential.
You begin to connect the dots when you let go of the labels and boxes you’ve used to define yourself.
And you start to let go when you focus on, “Do I feel love inside my body all day long?” So that you build the circuitry to become masterful at life.