NATURAL Hormone Replacement Therapy Come to your hands and knees (you may want to put a
blanket or towel under your knees). On an inhale, look up and tilt your tailbone up towards the ceiling (cow pose) and on an exhale round your spine, pulling your chin towards your chest and tucking your tailbone under (cat pose). Continue flowing through these two poses with your breath five times; with each breath silently say “thank you.”
4) Shoulder stretch: opens the heart and releases tension from the shoulders and neck
hormone our bodies make, and not synthetic ones made by the pharmaceutical industry, which can be harmful as well as helpful. With replacement, patients report an increase in their psy- chological well being. PMS symptoms can be resolved, not uncommonly, in weeks. The medical benefits are a decrease in cardiac disease, vascular disease, strokes, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and even cancers. Because our goal is to return hormone levels to an optimal range, we test the following for any deficiencies: Thyroid hormone, which regulates temperature, metabo-
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lism, cerebral function, and energy levels. It can protect against cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's disease, memory loss, fatigue and weight gain. DHEA, which stimulates the immune system, can restore
Sit or stand and reach your right arm up to the ceiling. Bend
it, reaching the right hand down your back and then place your left hand on your right elbow. Close your eyes, settle into the stretch, and hold for 5 deep breaths. As you are breathing, return to connect to a blessing in your life. Continue to say “thank you.” Repeat on the left side.
5) Savasana: final pose of relaxation
sexual vitality, improves moods, and decreases cholesterol and body fat. It improves memory, increases energy, and has anti- cancer properties by enhancing the immune system. Melatonin, which influences the quality and quantity of sleep, is also an energizer, a mood enhancer, and an antioxidant. It has also been shown to decrease the incidence of nocturia (getting up at night to urinate). Estrogen, has been proven to reduce the effects of heart
disease, stroke, high cholesterol, Alzheimer's disease, memory loss, menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis, skin thinning, the incidence of depression, and reverse the lack of libido. Progesterone, which acts as an antidepressant, mild tranquil-
izer, and natural painkiller. Bioidentical progesterone can elimi- nate symptoms of menopause, PMS emotional instability, headaches, and mood swings. Testosterone, which drops significantly in men over age 50.
This lowered level accounts for a loss of a man's sense of well- being, decrease in decrease in sex drive, loss of general muscle mass, increased abdominal obesity, osteoporosis, decrease in mental acuity, and decreased strength and endurance. And, yes, testosterone levels should be tested in women, as well. Testos- terone therapy can reverse the gradual sexual apathy that occurs over time, while also increasing energy, and strength.
Lie down with the intention of deep relaxation. Listen to
your breath as it moves in and out of your body, allowing your- self to expand on the inhale and to completely release on the exhale. With each breath, have the intention to invite gratitude to infuse every cell of your being. Rest in gratitude. Stay for at least 10 breaths. End your yoga practice by extending a heartfelt “thank you” to your body, your mind and your breath. Namaste.
Written by Kishie Wyatt, RYT-500, a yoga instructor with a pas- sion for weaving the ancient principles of yoga into our modern lifestyle as a way to bring peace, balance and joy to our minds, bodies and spirits. She is the co-owner of Radiance Yoga Studio and Boutique in Creensboro. Visit www.radianceyogagreensboro. com. To view an online video, visit
https://youtu.be/XA4Ut8g_zss See ad on page 27.
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