I am trying to find a reliable mobile groomer who is also certified/licensed to take care of my 2 small dogs. Can anyone help me find one in Bakersfield? I also would like to know if there is any way to investigate how good, safe and ethical  they are. Thanks

There is much talk nowadays about chelation therapy so I thought maybe some of you have had maybe positive/negative experiences as a result from this treatment.

Is it really a miraculous therapy?

For those who do not know much about it, this is what I learned about it:

It uses a man-made amino acid called EDTA and it is added to the blood through a vein to treat lead poisoning and other toxic metals; when used for lead poisoning testing the occurrence of side effects is low, the most common is a burning sensation at the treated site. Some rare side effects include nausea, fever, headache and vomiting, sudden drop in blood pressure, abnormally low levels of calcium in the blood, depression of the bone marrow (blood cell counts fall) and permanent kidney damage. Infrequently a reversible injury to the kidneys has been reported. If EDTA chelation therapy is not performed by a trained  and fully qualified health professional other serious side effects can occur.

On the positive side some people experience a decrease in LDL cholesterol levels, a reduction in triglycerides, improvement in bowel problems, reduced blood pressure and more energy, better circulation and less aches, reduction in lead, improved mental attitude and depression, no more headaches and sinuses problems after 6 months of using combinations of oral chelation therapy.
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Did you know that the lack of a nutrient can actually cause bad moods? When you feel anxious, grumpy or moody, don't blame it on your spouse, your boyfriend or girlfriend or the kids, maybe all you need is to supplement your daily diet with Selenium.  Studies show low levels of selenium causes irritability, anxiety and moodiness.

Try a mi-afternoon snack with a combination of sunflower seeds and Brazil nuts with raisins and almonds on a regular basis. It works!

 

Fat has been the past century’s health hazard and the most damaging ingredient in the American diet. I beg your pardon but the real bad, bad guy damaging the American diet is SUGAR; sorry but sugar is the “oh- so- sweet addiction” most people are hooked on. The average American consumes a whipping 45.1 lb. of high-fructose corn syrup per year and about 20 teaspoons of sugar a day according to USDA surveys. This accounts for more than 10 percent of the average calories for adults and 20 percent for teenagers.  High oh- so- sweet sugar diets are currently linked to increased risk for diabetes, Alzheimer’s, some type of cancer, and obesity.

Medical evidence also shows that high sugar diets can promote kidney stones, osteoporosis, heart disease, tooth decay and obesity. People who follow a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet have reduced levels of HDL (good cholesterol) and increased levels of triglycerides and of course higher levels of blood sugar and insulin. Now, what kind of foods raises blood sugar levels? The worst among many offenders are mashed potatoes, most refined carbohydrates such as pasta, white rice and most breads. Why? Because these foods quickly convert to sugar in the body and the pancreas is not able to tell the difference as far as the type of sugar being metabolized. Sugar found in fruits such as apples, bananas, berries or even sugarcane are in their natural state and therefore come packed with vitamins, minerals and enzymes needed for its complete digestion.

Seriously, did you know sugar is an immune system depressor? If you can remove sugar from your diet you can become healthy rich because your body and your brain will be able to function at its peak and you will be able to accomplish more working from within with a powerhouse of energy. All your creative juices will come alive and not only that; you can make a whole bunch of wonderful things  happen when you feel great. Sugar is addictive; have you noticed when kids eat  lots of foods with sugar in it they suddenly become very hyper and when the sugar is low in their blood they become withdrawn but you can completely eliminate sugar from your and your kids diet with the assistance of other natural ingredients available in most health food markets such as 100 % Stevia, a calorie free herbal dietary supplement and it has a delicious flavor.

A good habit to get into is eating small, well-proportioned meals throughout the day. These would consist of high-quality protein, fat and carbohydrate such as  basmati or brown rice, whole grain bread, and whole wheat pasta.
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• People don’t care to but everyone should care. If most people knew their quality of life may depend on it, then they would definitely care.
• They don’t think exercise should be a daily priority because they don’t know how it can benefit them. But if they’d only try it, they would feel the before-and-after effects and never stop exercising again.
• Ashamed of physical appearance. They are just shooting themselves on the foot by feeling ashamed; they don’t know the moment they make the decision to exercise, they will immediately find a “workout pal” at their local gym to help them understand why exercise should be a “high priority” in their daily life.
• Physical injury. Chronic  physical health issues should be addressed through a qualified physical therapist who could walk them through a limitless variety of fun and safe exercises and who can give approval before starting an exercise program. There is a training method called functional-rehabilitation exercises which utilizes the triplanar motion concept. Tri-planar refers to three planes of motion incorporated and are as follows: frontal or side-to-side motion, sagittal or forward and back motion and transverse or rotational motion. Functional exercises are easy to do and once you learn the ropes you will find it enjoyable. In fact, there is no need of equipment, they are bodyweight exercises and if you prefer to exercise with equipment there are combinations of movement done with and without equipment, individually, or in groups. 
• Too busy tired or bored. Actually exercising is an antidote for tiredness and boredom. You will be on your way to preventing tiredness and boredom because it will make you  feel thoroughly energized not only physically but mentally as well. Some people blame it on their busy schedule to make a commitment but all they need to do is to give their bodies a chance to find out there are a variety of fun exercises combined with proper nutritional programs that can help in putting the muscles in kickboxing mode by adding muscle definition, strength, and increased energy.
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Oats are packed with soluble fiber. Oats fiber contain lots of carbs but the fiber slows the release of sugars. Oats also contain 10 grams of protein per half-cup serving. It is a great source of energy and aids in muscle building. Other wonderful options are flaxseed and wild rice. Have you tried other foods that made you feel energized? Please share your findings here.