Saturday, April 28th, 2012 at 9:34 pm
close the lid on the loo!!
The effect of stress on the GI tract is widely known. But is it understood? What has only recently been discovered, however, is that this stress-induced abdominal cramping and urge to defecate is caused not solely by the reain’s messaging, but by the intestines’ release of hormones and neurotransmitters. The ‘enteric nervous system’ is a complex array of nerve fibers that is remarkably independent in its ability to regulate the digestive system. Read the rest of this entry
Sunday, February 19th, 2012 at 10:07 pm
Sharon preparing Colonic area
During the last few weeks, I’ve had the opportunity, or should I say I’ve made the opportunity to clean out my body, and give myself a well needed boost of vitality and energy. First I went down to Melbourne to catch up with family, which was very important to me, especially as my mother is now in aged care and my father lives nearby, alone! I like to keep an eye on them both, and prepare fresh, vegetarian meals for dad with lots of salad and variety. He loves that I make something special out of virtually nothing and I love to make something special for him that I know will nourish him. I’m sure each time I visit a little of my healthy ways rub off on him. Read the rest of this entry
