Wrap News Volume 12

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What the Peat Bog People Can Tell Us About Beauty
by Danielle Sims

Over the past centuries, remains of many hundreds of people--
men, women, and children--have come to light in peat bogs in
northwestern Europe, especially in Ireland, Great Britain, the
Netherlands, northern Germany, and Denmark. Peatlands are most
extensive in northern regions. They develop where drainage of
water is blocked, precipitation is retained, and decomposition
of organic matter is slowed. Because of their highly acidic
nature, wetness, low temperature, and absence of oxygen,
northern bogs have become a repository of past life.

The bog people are amazingly well-preserved with fingernails,
hair, and teeth in excellent condition. How is this possible
when the dates range from 8000 B.C. to the early medieval times?

The peat (Moor Peat) contained in the bogs has amazing
preserving properties which contribute to its ability to both
combat aging and enhance health. Peat has excellent moisture-
retaining qualities which improves skin elasticity.

When peat is applied to the skin, penetrates partially between
the epidermis cells of the skin. A, producing an exchange
reaction of ions is produced when the binding process with
albumin in the skin occurs. The harmful positive ions in the
skin tissues are exchanged for the rejuvenating negative ions in
the moor peat. These particles are captured by the blood vessels
in the system, carried throughout the body to help healing.

The rejuvenating benefits can be attributed to the abundance of
essential oils, fatty acids and lipoids. These penetrate into
the skin re-establishing the skin's natural pH balance. When you
apply the moor peat to your skin, the increased flow of blood to
the skin can be seen by the flush of color seen on the skin when
the peat is rinsed off. This characteristic of Moor Peat makes
it most effective as an addition to any anti-aging and beauty
treatment for the skin.

The soluble organic and inorganic active ingredients leave the
skin detoxified, purified, and toned. It's naturally
hypoallergenic and powerful and yet gentle.

The anti-inflammatory, bactericidal astringent and its
bioavailability properties of Moor Peat make it an excellent
skin treatment both for healthy and problem skin.

It has been found to be helpful in treating acne, eczema,
psoriasis, burns, scars, stretch marks, and cellulite.

For Cellulite, an inflammation of the subcutaneous tissues
caused by a build up of toxins, poor blood circulation and fluid
retention due to weak lymphatic flow, Moor Peat improves both
the inflammation and its causes, making it an excellent
treatment for cellulite and an aid to weight loss.

In fine spas Moor Peat (or Moor Mud) is regularly used as bath,
body wrap, and facial treatments. Cost for these treatments can
be as high as $150 for a body wrap, $100 for a bath, and $85 for
a mud mask or facial mask. These spa treatments can be done
successfully at home for fraction of the cost by purchasing fine
quality Moor Peat from a quality supplier such as Moor Mud Baths
(http://www.moormudbaths.com).

Can You Attain Weight Loss While Fasting?
by Jason Barger

Fasting, when done properly, can be a basic part of a solid
weight loss plan. If done correctly it can be a great start
to your new way of living.

When I first started my weight loss program I began with a
fast. I have fasted for 2-7 days on a few different
occasions. The reason that fasting can be such a great way
to start a weight loss program is because you can see
results immediately.

It will also make it very easy to stick to your diet for the
first week. After not eating for a few days, your food will
taste better. This is a great time to go a few days eating
only fruits and vegetables. This can easily turn your two
day fast into a 7 day, full body cleanse.

Fasting can make you look much thinner in only a couple
days. You may not lose a significant amount of weight, but
it will look like you have. It can make your waist
noticeably thinner and clear up blemishes or skin problems.

Although I do not think fasting is to be used specifically
for weight loss, I think you can do it to get your body
ready for a healthier way of living. Use it as a way to
cleanse your body out and get rid of all the toxins clogging
your system.

I suggest drinking fruit and vegetable juices while fasting.
I have read that you should do a water fast, but it can be a
miserable experience if you have never fasted before. So
stick to natural juices.

One of the better results I saw from my fasting experience
was that I have more self control over my eating habits. I
have always been a binge type of eater. After my fast, I
felt like I could restrain myself easier. It is probably a
mental attribute. I mean if I can go without eating for 7
days then I can sure keep myself from eating something I
shouldn't.

So although I don't think you can use fasting as a diet or
weight loss program, I do feel that it can be a great start
to a proper weight loss diet and exercise program. I think
it is definitely something that everybody should do at least
once a year.

If you have any health problems you should consult a
physician before starting any weight loss program. And, if
you absolutely cannot go without food then simply try going
a few days eating vegetables and fruits only. This will give
you most of the same results as the fasting will. However, I
recommend the fast over the fruits and vegetables because of
the confidence and control you will begin to enjoy as a
result.

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This article was written by Jason Barger. Jason has been
helping people lose weight with his breakthrough book,
Primal Weight Loss. To learn more about his philosophy and
programs you can visit Primal Health
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Ayurveda, the 5000-year-old science of healing from India, advocates
the use of natural skin care products that feature potent herbs,
fruits and spices to keep your skin and hair looking healthy and
radiant in every season and at every age

Want healthy beautiful skin? Think farmers' markets brimming with
Nature's bountiful produce, not sterile labs and "dead" chemicals
with polysyllabic names.

"According to the ayurvedic texts, fresh vegetables and fruits,
grains, nuts, honey, milk, coconut milk and cream are excellent
sources of nutrients for your skin and hair," says renowned
ayurvedic dermatologist Rama Kant Mishra. "Extracts, powders and
pastes made from these natural materials, topically applied, deliver
their healing benefits from the outside to all the layers of the
skin. Add therapeutic herbs, fragrant flowers and skin-friendly
spices such as saffron and turmeric, and you have all the
ingredients you need for healthy glowing skin and strong lustrous
hair."

Phytochemicals—chemicals occurring naturally in plants—have been
shown to have potent antioxidant power. Research has also shown
that your skin can benefit from topically applied antioxidants just
as it does from the antioxidants in the foods you eat. Carrot oil,
for example, which is included in many natural sun protection
formulations, contains carotenoids that enhance your skin's ability
to resist damage caused by the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays.
Ayurvedic herbs such as Gotu Kola have been shown in research
studies to support collagen synthesis and heal skin conditions such
as varicose veins when taken internally and applied topically.

"Herbs work their magic both from the inside out and the outside
in," says Mishra. "It is a truly holistic approach to beautiful skin
and hair, with beautiful appearance a result of perfect health, not
artifices that are temporary and may actually do more harm than good
in the long term."

How herbs work from the inside out

According to ayurveda, perfect skin and healthy hair are the result
of good digestion that leads to proper absorption of nutrients by
the body and efficient elimination of wastes.

"Both absorption of nutrients and elimination of toxins are equally
important," says Mishra.

"Your skin needs lots of nourishment on an ongoing basis. Good
digestion creates good rasa, the nutrient fluid that is the basis of
healthy body tissue. Rasa is responsible for skin moisture level and
plumpness. Good digestion also creates good rakta dhatu, pure blood.
Rakta governs skin clarity, color and glow. So when the nutrients
from the foods you eat are properly absorbed by the body, your skin
shows the results in glowing healthy color, vibrant good health and
clear tone."

Efficient elimination of wastes is equally crucial for skin and hair
health. When toxins build up in the body, your skin and hair look
dull, lifeless and unhealthy. "Skin eruptions and lack of clarity
often stem from toxin build-up either inside the body or on the
skin," says Mishra.

Classical ayurvedic herbs and fruits such as Amla and Triphala are
skin rasayanas—herbs that have an overall positive effect on skin
and hair health and appearance. "Amla or Amalaki (Indian Gooseberry)
is very nourishing for the skin and hair," says Mishra. "It has
powerful antioxidant properties, enhances the digestion, and
supports all the layers of the skin." Triphala is a traditional
internal cleanser that helps cleanse the physiology of toxins.
That's a boon especially for persons with oily skin, because oily
skin needs stringent cleansing to stay clear and healthy. Tulsi
(Holy Basil) is another well-known ayurvedic skin rasayana. "Tulsi's
special quality is that it helps boost the body's ability to
withstand the effects of environmental pollution," says
Mishra. "When buying any herbs, make sure you invest in quality
herbs that have been processed carefully and are potent and pure."

These herbal rasayanas, when made correctly from whole, mature herbs
without using chemical solvents or preservatives, act just like
whole foods in delivering healing benefits to your skin and hair,
according to Mishra.

"There is no doubt that you have to maintain a proper daily routine
of caring for your skin and hair," says Mishra. "When you combine a
regular regimen of cleansing and nourishing externally using
natural, botanicals-rich topical products with whole herbs that
offer support from within, your skin and hair will look their very
best, no matter what your age."

Note: This material is educational, and is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you have a medical concern,
please consult your physician.

Copyright AyurBalance, Inc. 2003
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About the Author:
Shreelata Suresh is a yoga instructor and writer from the Bay Area.
She writes for various publications on yoga and ayurveda. For more
articles on ayurveda, to buy premier ayurvedic products or to
subscribe to free e-newsletters, please visit
http://www.ayurbalance.com .

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