WHEN INFERTILITY STRIKES - Emmanuel Okello (reading books for 7 year olds .TXT) 📗

leads to adequate hormone secretion.
● Phala Gritam is a great ayurvedic medicine which helps treat female
infertility. When consumed with milk in the form of liquefied butter it
cures functional problems pertaining to conceiving.
Be it ayurvedic treatment for blocked fallopian tubes or ayurvedic
treatment for infertility in the female, Ayurveda aims at adopting a holistic
approach towards a cure. Ayurvedic medicines essentially have their
roots in herbs and natural substances which serve as an alternate source
of cure bearing no- critical side-effects on the body. [10]-Approaching Fertility Issues in a Holistic Manner

In this day and age, fertility and infertility issues are not as difficult to deal with
as they were in the past. Science has made advances, which have allowed
people to take a closer look and understand the complexities of the human
reproductive system - including how non-health related factors affect the
body's performance.
Conceiving a child, more than just requiring top physical health, also requires
that a couple be on a stable level emotionally. There are problems and needs
in the relationship that must be addressed. This is where the holistic approach
comes in. Fertility issues, when approached with a combination of
complementary and conventional care works therapy, become no-brainers.
In using the holistic approach, it is important for couples to have a working
understanding of how their bodies actually work. For females, they are born
with an estimated 2 million egg cells.
Hormones released by the pituitary gland stimulate ovulation and
development of these egg cells. Oestrogen and progesterone prepare the
lining of the uterus and cervix for conception while the vagina discharges
cervical mucus prior to ovulation.
Males, on the other hand, produce millions of sperm throughout their lifetime,
beginning with puberty. The semen ejaculated during intercourse is a mixture
of the sperm cells and secretions from the prostate. The sperm reaches the
egg cells through the cervix, uterus and up to the fallopian tube before the
fertilised egg finally implants itself in the uterus lining.
While the process of conceiving, as mentioned above, is quite technical and
scientific, it must be remembered that sexual intercourse at the time of
ovulation still is not enough. The pressure of having sex with conception in
mind can have a negative effect on orgasm and ejaculation, which could result
in lesser chances of fertilization, as both are intended to facilitate the meeting
of the egg and the sperm.
Examples of holistic complementary treatments that can aid in improving
fertility are acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, reflexology, homoeopathy,
creative healing, meditation, visualisation, aromatherapy and massage,
shiatsu, Indian Ayurvedic herbs, yoga, and the Jeyarani fertility program.
These can be partnered with many forms of conventional medicine.
Diagnosis and investigation is important as it can lower the chances of
requiring actual invasive testing.
There are also ultrasound scans that can comfortably test the timing of
ovulation, as well as the uterus' condition for future implantation. Pelvic
anatomy tests and infection screens can also be done, to determine whether
there are any diseases that may get in the way of healthy fertilisation.
It may also be convenient to do a hormone output test on a woman and
sperm analysis for the man. This is because when a certain test is done and
they have seen the problem, there will be a proper treatment to address
infertility.
Because complementary therapies alter the balance and flow of body energy,
they can solve problems of infertility, which the aforementioned medical tests
cannot anticipate or reach. This combination holistic approach, then, can solve
not only infertility issues but improve overall health and decrease general
stress.
Of course, having proper exercise and a great eating habit can also help
address infertility issues. This is because obese or overweight people will
have a hard time conceiving. 

[11]-Three Important Principles Behind Holistic Medicine

Today, medicine is widely thought of as a scientific field, but in the past, it
was something that involved religion and superstition more than rational
thought. The very first doctors and healers were often shamans and priests,
and they saw disease as the result of a disruption in spiritual, as well as
physical well-being.
With the advent of increasingly scientific healing methods in the eighteenth
century however, illness became something that was addressed solely on the
physical plane.
There is much to be said about modern methods of healing. Modern medicine
has drastically lowered mortality rates all over the world and brought a better
quality of life for most people. Diseases that used to be fatal can now be cured
with a simple round of drugs or therapy.
However, even modern medicine can find itself baffled with seemingly simple,
albeit chronic problems like overweight, depression, or unexplained aches and
pains in an otherwise healthy individual.
In cases like this, it is sometimes advisable for a patient to seek a holistic
health practitioner rather than a regular doctor. Holistic methods can
sometimes improve a patient's condition when conventional medicine cannot
make a clear diagnosis or establish effective treatment due their more
inclusive approach.
Here are three of the principles that govern holistic medicine:
[1]. A patient has the power to heal himself. Too often, with Western medicine
the cure is as bad as the disease. With chemotherapy for instance, healthy
cells are killed along with cancerous ones and the patient ends up weaker and
sicker than he was in the beginning.
Actually, it is a better idea to work with the person's immune system rather
than suppress it to favour the action of drugs. A patient should also be advised
to take an active role in his healing through the right diet, exercise, and a
positive attitude.
Aside from that, holistic health promotes positive disposition. If one is so
stressed about his or her sickness, chances are, he or she will get weaker.
[2]. The root cause must be found and addressed. Conventional medicine
often treats the symptoms, not the disease. In the case of insomnia for
instance, it is not enough to prescribe sleeping pills. A patient should also
learn to relax, manage his stress, and fix any physiological problems that get
in the way of a good night's sleep.
In this case, the patient does not necessarily need medicines but is taught on
how to deal with his or her stressors. For instance, if the insomnia is caused
by work, he or she is taught how to organise his or her work pattern as well as
schedule.
[3]. The goal is to heal the patient, not to kill the disease. Instead of zeroing in
on a disease, the goal should be a better quality of life for the patient. This
means looking at the patient as a whole person rather than simply resorting to
surgery or drugs to prevent the symptoms of a disease from recurring. 

[12]-Picking a Holistic Health Provider

In the modern era, people have become very conscious about their health. In
fact, it is a bit ironic that they worry so much about being healthy that they
often become sick in their pursuit of the perfect body.
This is largely due to a mistaken attitude about the body. Because doctors
often target a disease by curing symptoms rather than taking a person's
general mental and physical health into account, people adopt a similar
attitude when it comes to their bodies.
Often, activities meant to keep the body fit such as dieting and working out
result in nutritional deficiencies, strain, and stress. That is why it is often
advisable to visit a holistic health practitioner aside from your regular doctor.
The holistic approach can be very helpful not just in treating certain
complaints, but in helping you to keep your body and mind in optimum
condition.
There are a lot of therapists and health professionals out there, and some are
more skilled than others are. The following tips will help you choose the
holistic health practitioner who can be of the most assistance to you.
[1]. Ask for a referral. Just as it is with any other doctor, it is a good idea to ask
a friend or a colleague if they know of any therapist that they can recommend.
If they had a good experience with a therapist, then chances are better that
you will get good treatment as well. A referral may also help you do a
background check and put you more at ease.
[2]. Check credentials. Even therapists who practice alternative or
complementary medicine should have the right and proper training. Not
everyone can legally set themselves up as healers or prescribe treatments
and therapies. Make sure that whoever you are seeing has the appropriate
certification and licence to practice. Check to see if they have any affiliations
to professional organisations or hospitals in your area.
You can ask them directly if you want to just as so you would be clear about
this. If they are really legitimate, they would not hesitate to show you their
licence and credentials. Just tell them that you just want to be sure as there
are a lot of people who claim to have undergone healthcare training.
[3]. Pay attention to what he is asking. At your initial meeting with your
therapist, you will often be asked about your medical history. Expect this
interview to take some time, as your history is critical to the treatment that you
will be prescribed with.
Check whether the therapist is asking relevant questions, including some
about your exercise habits, nutrition, sleep patterns, and even the
relationships in your life. All of these will have bearing on your health and the
approach that will be used with you.
On the other hand, if things are not clear to you, do not hesitate to ask. This
way, before you proceed in doing any treatment, you know what to expect.
[4]. Go with your gut feel. Your instincts will warn you if you're with a
disreputable person. But if you feel comfortable and find the health practitioner
open-minded, frank and honest, then you're probably in good hands. 

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