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In this issue:
•Feature article – Tai Chi, Fibromyalgia and prevention
•Tai Chi Retreat in Palm Springs, California (Nov. 11 – 15, 2010) PLUS learn the NEW Easy Tai Chi FLOW
•Question Period – portable “Pain Free”
•Life Quote – paraprosdokian sentences
•Food question – super vitamin?
•Wellness corner
Feature Article: Tai Chi and its role in disease processes
Most of you have read the recent headlines – “Tai Chi helps people with Fibromyalgia” (see the clip below). How very exciting! As well, recent studies have shown that tai chi practice can help those with vestibular disease, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, shingles, and improve sleep, immune function and control stress. Wow. In almost ever study, tai chi comes out a winner.
Perhaps, just perhaps, tai chi practice will help in almost any disease. Think about it. Slow, gentle movement of almost every part of the body, deep breathing to nourish cells, stimulate the immune system and reduce stress, and a peaceful mindset to increase relaxation. Pretty well has to help, doesn’t it?
Doctor permitting, I would suggest tai chi is good for whatever ails you (even if there hasn’t YET been a study).
And even better, why wait for an ailment? If tai chi is so good at helping people deal with disease, one might consider that it will be even better at PREVENTING problems. Our society is prone to “getting” something and then dealing with it. I would encourage you, dear readers, to do what you can to “not get” something.
Long and short of it. If you are dealing with a problem, Easy Tai Chi and 4 Minute Fitness practice may help. And if you don’t want a problem, Easy Tai Chi and 4 Minute Fitness practice may help.
Be proactive. Practice a few minutes every day. You are worth it..
Here is the most recent study information:
Tai Chi better than stretching in Fibromyalgia study
The slow, flowing movements of tai chi are better for relieving pain and other symptoms of Fibromyalgia than conventional stretching exercises, doctors reported on Wednesday. “Week by week they changed. The pain and depression improved. They feel better, people said it changed their lives” according to study leader Dr. Wang. They also reported better sleep quality and improved physical conditions.
Tufts University School of Medicine
New England Journal of Medicine, Aug. 19, 2010
Tai Chi Vacation in Palm Springs, California (Nov. 11-15, 2010)
As an added bonus – learn Easy Tai Chi FLOW
It seems that Tai Chi can help prevent and treat a multitude of problems. So as you can imagine, BETTER tai chi will be even more effective. Join us for 2.5 to 4 days of tai chi bliss – surrounded by knowledgeable practitioners and enthusiastic students. The only requirement? You must be somewhat familiar with the moves, so beginner level students are more than welcome to attend. Join us for the vacation of a lifetime!
Even better – participants will have the option of learning the NEW Easy Tai Chi FLOW (Monday, Nov. 15), and will have access to the FLOW moves on hidden pages on our web site. (It is not yet, and may never be available on DVD.) FLOW is a continuation of the series – Tai Chi for Busy People (Infinite Nine) – CORE – FLOW.
FLOW is a new form consisting of brand new moves. Quite simply – they are delightful, exciting and fun to master. If you wish to add to your current series of movements, join us this November!
www.easytaichi.com/symposium.htm
Question Period – “Pain Free” Free Gift – Getting it on your MP3 player
Q. Dear Dr. Jeffery, I listened to the free gift – pain free audio – and I love. Would it be possible for you to send it to me in a way that I can use in my ‘meditation space’ rather than from my computer.
A. Hi Gayle, I’m glad you have found benefits using this recording. We don’t have it in a “shippable” format, but this may help. Right click on the link that opens the recording. Click “Save target as” and choose a destination on your computer. The desktop is easiest. That will save the recording onto your computer. From there, drag it (or Import it) into your I Tunes or other program and sync it to your MP3 player. You can then play it using your earphones or any machine that broadcasts MP3 recordings.
FYI – this recording is found in your “Free Gifts” page: www.easytaichi.com/free-gifts.htm
A few of paraprosdokian sentences, for a change of pace:
“Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes, that way when you criticize them, you’re a mile away and you have their shoes.” Jack Handley
“It has been said that democracy is the worst form of Government except all those other forms that have been tried.” Winston Churchill
“Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad. ”
“Evening news is where they begin with ‘Good evening’, and then proceed to tell you why it isn’t.”
Food Question – super vitamin?
Q: I’m hearing more and more about Vitamin D. Besides bone building, what does it do?
A: Seems like this Vitamin has a plethora of helpful functions! And it may be that the recommended doses are not nearly enough. Animal studies have indicated that Vit. D may prevent cancer by suppressing the cell growth and blood vessel formation that feed tumours. Some studies suggest that Vit. D has a protective effect on the heart, controlling the release of stress hormones that lead to high blood pressure and inflammation. Those same anti-inflammatory effects may protect against diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS), as well as Lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. And recent studies suggest that more Vit. D can lessen or control the symptoms of depression.
And the best part is that Vit. D supplements are very inexpensive, making it accessible to anyone. I have read of people taking as much as 2000 IU – 14,000 IU/day (the recommended intake is about 400 IU/day), but DO NOT take high doses without doing your own research or consulting with your health care practitioner. I cannot make any recommendations, but my goal is to raise awareness of this remarkable and often forgotten vitamin.
For more exciting dietary and easy weight loss information, visit www.best-weight.com
Wellness Corner and Additional products
1. Teacher Certification
I have the greatest job in the world. I get to teach people to move, breathe deeply and think positive thoughts. Want to join me? Start teaching in 2011!
We have many enthusiastic people in this program. No experience is necessary!
* If you begin now, you may have enough preparation time to be Certified at our upcoming Symposium in Palm Springs this November! Your first step? Purchase the Teacher Certification package. Then sign up for the Symposium.
Check it out:
www.easytaichi.com/teachers.htm
www.easytaichi.com/teacher-FAQ.htm
2. Easy Tai Chi CORE
Our newest Easy Tai Chi DVD. Designed as a stand alone form or the moves can be added to your current practice. Gorgeous, flowing moves that can dramatically help your back. The DVD is filled with lessons that can improve all movement.
3. NEW DVD! Love your 4 Minute Fitness? Learn even more!
Now – dramatically increase your benefits by ordering our new 4 Minute Fitness Seminar DVD. This is the next step for those of you who LOE your 4 Minute Fitness.
Join in the fun and excitement of an actual seminar captured on DVD, and learn many of the smaller details that will make your daily four minutes even more spectacular.
Just $19.97 + S&H.
www.4minutefitness.com/home-eventDVD.htm
4. Remarkably Effective Weight Loss Ideas
Practical and effective weight loss ideas from the practical perspective of a veterinarian. Interested?
5. Krisanna’s New book
Learn the art of conscious loving. Great sex enhances relationships and can help you feel TERRIFIC – at any age!
www.GreatSexForLifeToolkit.com
6. Ten Free Gifts Our gifts to you.
Please feel free to send this link to anyone who might find benefit.
www.easytaichi.com/free-gifts.htm
Please contact me with any questions. If you do not wish to receive future lifestyle information, just let us know by return email.
If you know people who would benefit from this information, please feel free to forward this letter.
Enjoy every precious minute,
Keith Jeffery
For more information, please contact
Dr. Keith Jeffery at:
1836 Douglas Crescent, Nanoose Bay, B.C. V9P 9C7
Toll free – (866) 682-4244 after 9 am Pacific
Tel (250) 468-9950
fax (250) 468-9910
E-mail: keith@EasyTaiChi.com