Dr Susan Jamieson & Holistic Central Medical Practice

BodyTalk is an astonishingly simple and effective holistic therapy that allows the body’s energy systems to be re-synchronized so they can operate as nature intended.

BodyTalk involves special techniques to integrate the neurological pathways in the brain and body, optimizing right-left hemispheric connections and so enabling us to think more clearly and respond more effectively when overloaded at work. There are many ways in which our body’s energy systems can get out of sync, and BodyTalk can help in these cases. It is also recognized in treating stress and anxiety, or even dyslexia, autism, and ADHD.

Overwork:

‘Switching’ is a state of shock in which the brain’s functions are partially shut down. Frighteningly, this happens to us all when we push ourselves too much, for example when you work for hours at a time without a break you may notice your pace is slowing noticeably. An extreme example is when a marathon runner, ‘hits the wall’, a point at which their body indicates — through exhaustion and low blood sugar — that it’s no longer able to function or co-ordinate as it should do.

Brain circulation reduced from head trauma:

The spheno-basilar junction at the base of the brain is responsible for regulating the brain’s blood supply. It affects the workings of the pituitary gland, an important ‘control centre’ responsible for our hormones, stress, growth and renal output. Unfortunately, even a small bang on the head — just where the upper cranial plates join — can impair the functioning of the spheno-basilar junction.

Please visit our BodyTalk home page to learn more and to see client testimonials.

In some parts of the world, March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. Mention colorectal cancer and people get squeamish, about both the screening for the disease, and the disease itself. This therefore seems a good opportunity to discuss cancer screening.

As a general rule, having an annual physical is a good time to address this issue, bearing in mind that with the low risk of death from other once life threatening diseases, cancer is the leading cause of death for those in the Westernised world, specifically: Cancer is the leading cause of death in Americans under the age of 65.

Whilst there is much debate about screening, we emphasise the difference between population based screening protocols done by Government bodies, such as the UK NHS – where the cost effectiveness of a test is studied – and individual recommendations.

As private doctors, we are concerned about the individual and with screening tests for prostate, ovarian and breast cancer, Dr. Jamieson has picked up a handful of patients with early stages of cancer.  They were diagnosed at a very early stage and successfully treated, and she feels this outweighs the mild anxiety patients may have over false positive test results.

Below is some information you may find useful. The statistics shown are for average cases. Lifestyle, genetics and other medical conditions may put you more or less at risk. I strongly advise that you arrange a consultation so that we can advise on the most appropriate screenings for you and your family

Of course, screening is one thing. Prevention is another!  Eat healthily and keep fit!

Breast cancer

Lifetime risk of being diagnosed: 1 in 8 (women); 1 in 769 (men)*

In the UK 81% of breast cancer occurs in women over the age of 50 and mammogram screening is usually only recommended in those over 40. Over 90% of women diagnosed in the earliest stages of breast cancer go on to lead normal lives when treated. In the UK, since the NHS national screening programme was introduced in 1988, deaths from breast cancer have fallen dramatically.

Mammography is the most commonly used screening method and has 80% sensitivity, meaning it may miss up to 20% of cancers. Mammography is less effective in younger women. It is now common to also have an ultrasound scan together with a mammogram. Ultrasound scans have an 83% sensitivity rate in all age groups, and ultrasound has the ability to detect some cancers missed by mammography. Note that cancer diagnosis can only be done with a biopsy, screening simply calls attention to abnormalities.

Genetic factors contribute significantly to the risk of developing breast cancer, so you should discuss with your doctor a suitable screening programme to suit you.

Cervical cancer

Lifetime risk of being diagnosed: 1 in 147 (women)*

Cervical cancer is common, killing over 270,000 women per year worldwide according to Cancer Research UK. One of the main causes is the HPV virus, however secondary factors such as smoking and poor diet will also lead to this cancer.

Unfortunately, a high percentage of women already have HPV. Fortunately, the virus goes on to cause cervical cancer in only a tiny fraction of those infected. Therefore, whilst diagnosis of HPV is helpful, it does not mean the patient will get cancer, and this has to be taken into consideration with other risk factors.

Regular screening usually detects abnormal cells before they become cancerous and in the UK, since the introduction of cervical screening in the 1980s, rates of cervical cancer have almost halved. Regular screening is not usually recommended for younger women as the cells of the cervix are are in continuous change. Note that even though a patient may have had the HPV vaccine, they are still advised to undergo screenings because the vaccine only protects against the most common strains of the virus.

Ovarian Cancer

Lifetime risk of being diagnosed: 1 in 71 (women)*

If ovarian cancer is caught while still confined to the ovary, the 5-year survival rate is 92% however most women with ovarian cancer are diagnosed with advanced stage disease. Current screening methods – the CA125 blood test or the transvaginal ultrasound – are not as reliable as we would like as they can produce false negative (as high as 50% in a recent study) and false positive (8.4% in a recent study) results.

Having said this, Dr. Jamieson has picked up a few cases of ovarian cancer by doing this routine screening test so is keen to continue with it, warning women that nothing is 100% accurate. False positives may occur, leading to further investigations such as ovarian scanning.

Colorectal (bowel) cancer

Lifetime risk of being diagnosed: 1 in 19 (men) and 1 in 20 (women)*

In the UK 80% of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer are aged over 60, so screening is only usually recommended after the age of 60. However, lifestyle choices such as smoking, lack of exercise and diet, a family history of bowel cancer, and illnesses such as diabetes, Crohn’s Disease and Irritable bowel disease (IBD), as well as other factors can increase your risk. If caught early, cure is usually successful and finding and removing polyps or other areas of abnormal cell growth may be one of the most effective ways to prevent colorectal cancer development.

There are several screening methods, including the faecal occult blood test (FOBT), colonoscopy, double contrast barium enema (DCBE) and a simple rectal exam. We can advise on the most suitable screening test(s) for you.

Prostate cancer

Lifetime risk of being diagnosed: 1 in 6 (men)*

The medical profession is undecided, because of inconclusive studies, whether screening saves lives or not. In the UK about 75% of cases are in men aged over 65. However, doing a prostate cancer enzyme blood test as part of your yearly medical is easy to do, and it often picks up abnormalities.

Concerns surround false positive and false negative results, as well as the fact that some prostate cancers grow so slowly that they may never threaten the patient’s life, especially as the patient may be in his later years. However, if diagnosed and caught early, treatment can be 90% effective. Prostate screening is definitely a decision to be made on discussion with a doctor.

Testicular cancer *

Lifetime risk of being diagnosed: 1 in 270 (men)

Although this is a rare cancer, the ‘screening’ is simple and should be done by your doctor at annual physical time, and she or he can then show you how to do a testicular self examination. The cancer, if it does occur, is most commonly found amongst young men aged 15-35 and treatment is usually successful.

* National Cancer Institute, USA

Did you know Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to an increased incidence of cancer?

The authors of a 2006 article in the American Journal of Public Health, having reviewed more than 60 studies on Vitamin D and Cancer, state that with improved levels of Vitamin D in the body, the incidence of breast cancer could be reduced by 50% and colon cancer by 80%.

Vitamin D deficiency has recently become a topic of conversation as  we’ve only been able to accurately measure the levels of Vitamin D in the past 10 years. In addition, less time spent outdoors has meant that more people are Vitamin D deficient.

How are your vitamin D levels? Make an appointment with the practice nurse for a free checkup. To make a booking, call 2523 8044.

By Angie Tourani
Advanced Certified BodyTalk Practitioner

“My 12 year old Autistic daughter suffered daily from severe epileptic fits which required high dosages of medication to control. After three BodyTalk treatment sessions,

her fits stopped for the first time without the assistance of any medication. After the sixth session, there was huge improvement in her overall behavior. I am overjoyed that our daughter can – for first time – sit at the dining table and eat a meal with the family. Even neighbours have reported seeing a huge shift and improvement in her.”

This testimonial from one of my BodyTalk patients seems amazing but this kind of response to the treatment is quite normal. The child was on heavy medication to treat her epilepsy fits yet she was still fitting several times a day; she was totally disconnected from the world and had huge behavioural problems.  On consultation, I diagnosed that dehydration was a major problem and with Bodytalk, I worked to treat her brain and neuro pathways.  This stopped her fits immediately allowing her parents to wean her off the epilepsy medication, in conjunction with her doctor’s advice. I also advised major changes to her diet.

BodyTalk works with the body’s neuromuscular feedback system, resynchronising and ‘rewiring’ the body’s energy systems and circuitry so the body can operate as nature intended. It is an astonishingly simple yet effective therapy and is especially useful when treating children because it is non-invasive, safe, painless and can be used on children of all ages, from newborns up. In some countries it is used in hospital trauma centres and ICU wards.

Learn a simple BodyTalk technique to improve your focus and coordination

While BodyTalk can be used to treat many serious conditions, it can also be used on otherwise healthy people to improve focus and coordination. One of the first techniques learned as a BodyTalk practitioner, ‘Cortices’, strengthens the neuro communication between the left and right sides of the brain, and is a great way to improve your focus and coordinationThe technique is easily learned and takes just five minutes a day. Click below to watch the video — and happy tapping!

More case histories:

Anxiety, reflux and colic treated with newborn.

After a traumatic and exhausting delivery one mother came to me suffering from depression and anxiety amongst other postpartum problems. Her son was also anxious; suffering sleepless nights because of problems digesting his milk, with reflux, colic and constipation. She was also worried as she felt that she was not connecting emotionally with her son. We did 3-4 treatments for the baby and couple of sessions for mom to address her health concerns.

After the treatment was complete she wrote a lovely testimonial that explained how she felt: “As a new mom I tried to find a solution that was non invasive and effective. BodyTalk gave me all those things. Angie also taught me techniques that I can do on my son and myself to help with day to day challenges. I recommend BodyTalk to any new mom.”

Asthma, Allergy, Pulmonary problems

Paul was a very sickly two-year old child, always in and out of hospital due to the frequent collapse of the middle lobe of his right lung. He also suffered a massive ongoing chesty cough,  fevers and many allergies.

His mother came to me as a last resort after trying everything possible to help Paul. By the seventh BodyTalk session, he was rarely hospitalized and incidents of both his asthma and pollen allergies had reduced by 80%. His mother told me that she was delighted at the significant improvement in Paul’s health, and the subsequent reduction in her own stress levels. “BodyTalk has been excellent for my child,” she said.

By Dr Sharmeen Shroff
Psy.D. Clinical Psychology from California School of Professional Psychology, San Francisco

You’re so excited! Your child has been admitted into your top choice preschool, kindergarten or primary school. You’ve spent all summer talking about it and you sent little one off to school. But now the novelty has worn off, it feels like you and your child are at war. It may start first thing in the morning with your child hiding under their bed, or refusing to get dressed. It may only start later once you take your first step in to the new school. The tears and tantrums begin and your child clings to your side. You ask yourself, “What went wrong?”
Remember, your child is entering a new place with novel surroundings and different people. It is normal for your child put up some level of resistance. Your child may be scared, nervous or over tired – think about how you felt just before your first day at a new job.
Here are a few tried and tested tips to help your little one adjust to a new school:

1. Keep the child informed: Talk to them about the structure of the day and discuss how it differs from the routine they have been used to all summer.
2. Drop them off yourself: Try to take them to school yourself. Don’t leave it up to the domestic helper or driver to take them to school. They need to be with the people they feel most safe and secure with.
3. Don’t leave immediately: Spend some time familiarising your child and yourself with their new classroom and teachers. Show them toys that you think they would be particularly interested in. When you do leave, get down on the floor so you are eye to eye with your child and assure them that you will be back to collect them at the end of the day.
4. Talk to the teacher: If you find your child is having difficulties separating from you, then explain this to their teachers. Often tantrums and tears are just for your benefit and they may cease once you leave the school. If you and the teacher can devise a routine for dropping your child at school it will make them feel more comfortable and secure.
5. Find them a friend: Talk to other parents dropping their children off and try and arrange some play dates so your children can become familiar with each other outside the school environment. In this way they can have a buddy at school and this will help them feel more comfortable.
6. Your child feeds off your vibes: You’re probably anxious about leaving your little one at school and they will sense this, which may cause them to act out more than usual. Try and remember that your child is in the hands of professionals. Their tantrums and tears are all a normal phase of development. Try and hold it together in front of your child and then if you are really concerned you can call the school an hour after you leave – hopefully you’ll be pleasantly surprised at just how well they are settling in.

We are moving!

…but only up the road to the shiny Asia Standard Tower building, across the road from H&M and above the Chinese Arts & Crafts store.

From Tuesday,  23 August, 2011

Address: 13/F, Asia Standard Tower, 59-65 Queen’s Road Central.

 

 

 

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Parking is now more convenient as there is an hourly-charge carpark close by on Jubilee Street at The Centre.

Eat real food
— and then not too much, and mostly plants

Your diet is the best medicine to prevent heart disease, cancers, Alzheimers, and many other illnesses

There are many theories concerning diet and health, yet over the years as I have studied and worked as a naturopathic physician and nutritionist I have come to the conclusion that the truth is quite simple. It’s all about eating  healthy and natural wholefoods. I have recently read The Blue Zones, a book I highly recommend which looks at the lifestyles of four of the longest living communities in the world and as a result I am convinced I am right,

Michael Pollan, a renowned modern food philosopher, puts it more eloquently than I: ”Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.“  That is, eat a natural, whole-food diet, high in fruit, vegetables and whole-grains and low in animal protein, sugar, junk food and processed food. Following this advice not only  prevents but also treats many diseases. In fact, the impact of diet on health is best illustrated by the research that shows the foods a women eats when pregnant can affect the health and genes not only of her children but even that of her grandchildren.

 

The good

 

Eat a rainbow of colours: The scientific research is definitive: a diet high in fruit and vegetables lowers the risk of developing cardiovascular disease including strokes, protects against many cancers and alzheimers; guards against cataracts and macular degeneration, plus much more.

The latest research shows that vegetables are in fact the most important in maintaining optimal health. Ideally we would all have access and be able to afford organic food, free of pesticides and toxins. Failing that, you should try to go organic for the  following ‘dirty dozen’ fruit and vegetables: apples, celery, strawberries, peaches, spinach, nectarines, grapes, sweet bell peppers, potatoes, blueberries, lettuce and kale.  These have been identified as being more prone to pesticide contamination by the Environmental Working Group, an organisation that works to protect public health,

Some of the least toxic — the “clean 15” — include onions, sweet corn, avocado, pineapple, asparagus, sweet peas, eggplant, mangoes, kiwi, cabbage, watermelon, mushrooms, grapefruit and sweet potatoes.

Eat at least five servings (serving = ½ cup) and preferably 10 servings a day.  You should also eat a ‘rainbow of colours’ with the different colours representing different phytonutrients which provide the protection we need; the darker the colour the richer the nutrient.  For example, iceberg lettuce is almost nutrient devoid, so I recommend choosing romaine, rocket and other darker green salad leaves.  Of all plant foods, darkly coloured blackberries have the highest content of antioxidants.

 

Don’t forget the fibre: Grains provide the main fibrer needed for healthy bowel movements, to help prevent diverticulitis, and provide many nutrients. However, eating the wrong grains, or too much can lead to health complications.  Always eat whole grains, nothing white and refined.  Try to limit wheat to once a day, as it is becoming a very common food intolerance.  Rather, replace wheat with grains like quinoa, wild and brown rice, millet, oats, spelt, barley and corn.  When trying to lose weight, limiting grains to once a day can be very helpful.

 

The good and bad

Choose the right oils: Avoid partially hydrogenated oils which contain trans fats, the fats that lead to cardiovascular disease.  Instead, include good oils in your diet  as these contain essential nutrients in them that nourish us and are necessary for good health.

In particular, the right balance of omega-3s help prevent inflammation and promotes healing, is beneficial for pain prevention, lowers blood pressure, cardiovascular disease risk and lipid panels, and assists in insulin sensitivity so is useful in metabolic syndrome and diabetes.  Omega-3s are anti-allergic, lead to vasodilation  and prevent platelet aggregation, thereby helping to prevent strokes.  They keep cell walls healthy so that receptors cells and neurotransmitters work as they should, improving mood and physiological function.  DHA, one of the omega-3 fatty acids, helps fight cancer and is needed for neural and cognitive development in infants.

Good oils are found in organic butter, extra virgin olive oil and unrefined, high-oleic safflower oil.  Coconut oil is also good to use. If you are dairy sensitive, you can buy Earth Balance or Smart Balance instead of butter and margarine. These products are available at city’super. The best source of omega-3s is from oily fish but also eggs, seeds and nuts.

 

Choose the right proteins: The world of protein is complex and controversial.

As a society we eat way too much animal protein and the animal protein we are consuming is extremely unhealthy.  If one looks at the work by Ornish and Barnard and studies on the Seventh Day Adventists, a vegan diet is shown to prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease and to promote longevity.

But a vegan diet is not necessarily healthy nor practical for all.  As a compromise, eat animal protein only once a day or possibly every second day.  As a replacement, eat healthy vegetable sources of protein like nuts and seeds, legumes like peas, beans and lentils, and organic soy products like tofu, tempeh and miso.  Organic soy, which is not genetically modified, is protective against breast cancer, prostate cancer, balances out female menstrual problems and lowers cholesterol. While cutting down on animal protein, you are providing the body with foods high in essential fats, fiber and nutrients.

When it comes to dairy, if you are not intolerant, it is essential to buy organic products to prevent the consumption of hormones and toxins.  Eggs too should be organic and free-range.  I am of the belief that good quality eggs eaten in moderation are healthy for you.

When eating meat choose organic, grass-fed and wild game whenever possible. Other meat is filled with hormones, antibiotics and is very high in omega 6s which are proinflammatory.  Grass-fed meat has the natural balance of omega-3: omega-6 oils.  Fish is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids but again make smart choices. Avoid tuna, which is high in mercury, and also farmed salmon which is high in PCBs.  Rather, go for wild salmon, herring, cod, trout, sardines and halibut.

 

The extras

Even with the ideal diet, we are not always able to get enough nutrients from our foods, and sometimes a body needs a push to begin the journey back to health.  Therefore certain nutrients in supplementation form can be extremely helpful.

 

Omega-3 fatty acids: I recommend taking fish oils to get a healthy dose of omega-3 oils. Oils like flax-seed require extra nutrients and biochemical processes before the oils become available to the body as EPA and DHA, two of the most effective omega-3s. At least 1000mg of fish oils a day will go a long way in preventing heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and increasing longevity.

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I have begun to test almost all my patients’ vitamin D levels and have found that almost all are deficient and those with serious illnesses have extremely low levels.

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Vitamin D: Vitamin D is another nutrient that is so essential to health yet many of us are deficient in it because we work and live indoors, use sun block and can’t get enough from our diet — even in fortified foods.  Vitamin D plays an essential role in cell and gene functioning.  Deficiency is linked to many cancers, high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, depression, fibromyalgia, chronic muscle pain, bone loss and autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis.

It is essential to get tested and take supplementation if necessary. If possible, you should also spend about 20 minutes a day in the sun without sun block and with as much skin exposed as possible.  I have begun to test almost all my patients’ vitamin D levels and have found that almost all are deficient and those with serious illnesses have extremely low levels.  So many patients have reported that simple supplementation makes them feel much better and have noted that they even have fewer colds during the winter months.  It is especially important for cancer patients to be tested.

 

Super foods: Greens like wheatgrass and barley grass have many health benefits.  Spirulina especially is a power-packed super food.  It is a great source of protein and is filled with powerful phytonutrients and minerals.  Research has shown that it prevents cardiovascular disease, stroke, hypertension, cancer and diabetes; it protects the liver and decreases damage from toxins and it also improves the immune system and reduces allergies.  A simple 1 tablespoon a day can provide so much protection and so many health benefits.

I could spend days talking about protective nutrients but by following a healthy diet, and taking the above supplements on a daily basis, you can prevent and protect yourself against the diseases that affect so many lives like heart disease, cancer and Alzheimers.  Simple changes can improve your vitality and longevity. Remember —  eat real food — and then not too much, and mostly plants.

 

Patient stories

I have seen simple changes make a huge difference in people’s lives. Here are two stories to illustrate the point.

 

Jane’s story:

Jane was my receptionist in my practice in Cape Town and she saw for herself how my practice improved the health of so many of my patients.  Intrigued she asked me for some suggestions to improve her own health.  We decided on a simple diet plan: taking out the junk and the processed foods, increasing the fruit and vegetables, eating only whole-grains, good oils and good protein sources.  I also added in some fish oils and liver support, and encouraged her to start exercising again.

Within weeks she noticed amazing changes: her chronic acne was almost gone,  she was starting to shed the unwanted weight, she was eating less but also felt less hungry as the foods she was eating were more nutrient dense, and her energy and mood improved significantly.

The experiement ended up being a great advertisement for me as so many patients noticed the difference and asked her why she was looking so vital and well.

 

Jennifer’s story:

Jennifer is a lovely, elderly patient of mine.  She is also vegan.  When she came to me she had high blood pressure and fairly high cholesterol — high LDL, low HDL — and high triglycerides.  She may have been vegan but had lapsed into eating a mostly carbohydrate diet, low in essential nutrients and fatty acids.

We made simple dietary changes, lowering her carbohydrate intake, and increasing fruit and vegetables, and good sources of proteins and fats.  As she was vegan, we used chia seeds as a source of omega-3s, together with a powerful antioxidant co-enzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and a natural blood pressure lowering supplement high in bioflavonoids. It took a while to find the perfect combination but on this protocol, within a few weeks her blood pressure dropped and on retesting her lipid panel three months later, we found her triglycerides had dropped to the normal range and her cholesterol had dropped from 6.9 to 5.7 with her HDL increasing and her LDL decreasing.

This same patient had been recommended a life on statins and blood pressure medicines as a ‘cure’ by her cardiologist. We achieved a real cure within three months with a lifestyle change

 

About anti-oxidants help with heart health

Anti-oxidants benefit in the prevention and treatment of many diseases.

Coenzyme Q-10 (CoQ10), a powerful anti-oxidant, plays a unique role in energy production at the cellular level and is very important for the proper function of organs with high energy requirements such as the heart, liver and kidney. It also helps keep the fats in cell walls healthy which in turn protects from heart disease, angina, heart attacks, high blood pressure and cancer.

Flavenoids, also found in plants, are another powerful group of antioxidants. Crataegus oxyacantha (hawthorn) and Hibiscus sabdariffa (sour tea) have a long history of use in traditional botanical medicine in many parts of the world for their multiple health effects, but especially in relation to cardiovascular disorders. In the last 15–20 years, modern research has expanded and clarified those beneftis. Hawthorn research has focused on congestive heart failure, and sour tea research has focused on hypertension and dyslipidemia, with several clinical trials emerging in the last 3–4 years.

The active flavenoid in hawthorn leaves, berries, and blossoms is proanthocyanidin which has especially important cardiovascular effects.  The exact mechanisms is uncertain, but it is thought that the primary activity is its ability to increase coronary arterial blood flow, perhaps due to dilation of the coronary arteries.

Hawthorn has also been shown to exhibit antioxidant activity in a number of studies, which is probably due to its flavonoid and procyanidin constituents.  Hawthorn preparations are modestly effective in reducing blood pressure, preventing and treating atherosclerosis, lowering cholesterol, and preventing the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Hawthorn preparations may improve the blood supply to the heart by dilating the coronary arteries, increasing the force of contraction of the heart muscle, and regulate cardiac rhythm.  Hawthorn can be taken in capsule, liquid tincture or as a solid extract.

 

 

 

 

10 things you may not know about hypnotherapy

By Julian Willm,

1. fotolHypnosis is completely safe and it has been recognised by the American Medical Association since 1958, and it is also recognized by the British Medical Association. It has been safely used by many professionals in medicine and psychology for the past 200 years.
2. You do not lose awareness or fall asleep in hypnosis. You are therefore aware and conscious of everything at all times and hear everything the hypnotherapist says.
3. Hypnosis is a common daily occurrence. An example is when you’ve been driving in your car and when you arrive, you realise that you don’t really remember the trip. It’s safe to say that you were experiencing a trance state very much like hypnosis. Another example is is when you watch a movie find yourself crying. You have hypnotised yourself into a state that what you are being ‘told’ becomes real.
4. While under hypnosis, you do not surrender your will nor lose control. This myth has been perpetuated by novels, popular magazine stories, TV and movies. You always remain in control when hypnotised. Hypnosis does not weaken your will. The will of the hypnotherapist does not dominate yours, as you remain in control the whole time, and you cannot be made to do anything against your will.
5. You cannot get stuck in hypnosis. Since you are in control, you will have no difficulty in terminating the hypnotic state.
6. You cannot be hypnotised against your will. Hypnosis is not a clash of wills, but a condition of trust and cooperation with your hypnotherapist.
7. You will not reveal any secrets while in hypnosis. Since you are in control, you will not spontaneously begin talking, or reveal any intimate secrets that you would not tell while in the waking state.
8. Hypnosis is a powerful tool to manage pain. It can be used during surgery — under medical supervision — in place of anaesthestic, and it is also very effective in managing chronic pain.
9. Pre-surgery hypnosis can actually reduce pain, the amount of medication required, and also reduce recovery time!
10. Anybody can be hypnotised, as long as you are willing and you understand what is required.

Read more about hypnotherapy>>

 

Discover the power of your mind with Angie Tourani

1st August, 6.30 –7.30pm Holistic Central

Discover how easy and fun it is to use MindScape techniques effectively in your daily life to embrace your intuition & creativity; improve memory ability; resolve conflicts & improve relationships; promote relaxation & reduce stress; heal your body and so much more.

This introductory talk is designed to introduce the full 2-day Mindscape seminar to be held 10th & 21st August (see website for course costs for full seminar).

Mindscape is a powerful and enjoyable workshop that teaches you to use your remarkable inner mind faculties. You will learn to access a relaxed state of mind which allows the flow of creativity and intuition, You will then build the Mindscape Workshop — a conceptual framework which serves as a powerful interface for the mind’s intuitive abilities.

Testimonial for the full course

“What a thrilling two days! This course kept me fully engaged for its whole duration, I loved both the concept and the method… and I have used it almost everyday since attending 3 months ago:

• I have used it for relieving my back pain and headaches – and it worked.

I have used it to adjust my body clock by 7 hours to avoid suffering jet lag – and it worked.

• I have invited clients that I work with into the workshop and received, unprompted, very positive feedback.

• I have been using it for pain relief for my Father as he awaits an operation – and it is making a difference.

• It is the most effective course I have ever attended with the greatest potential of application I have ever encountered, and I have been attending courses regularly for over 20 years!”

 

Email: angie@bodytalksystem.com.hk

Website: http://www.bodytalksystem.com.hk/mavista/cms/en/home/12769

 

Cervical cancer – get vaccinated!

Cervical cancer is becoming more prevalent amongst the under 30s in the UK and as a result, there is a changing trend in cervical cancer recommendations.

We’ve long known that pap smears have been an affective tool in reducing cervical cancer, however even after more than quarter of a century of screening, the statistics are gloomy:

U.S.: 2007 – 4,021 deaths

U.K.:  2008 – 957 deaths

Nowadays, around 20% cervical cancer is the rarer adenocarcinoma, more common in younger women. It is aggressive, and unfortunately, not picked up on pap smears. The good news is that a series of three vaccines against HPV wart virus, given over six months, will prevent most cervical cancer.

An international study of 18,600 women between 15-25 showed that:

The new vaccines are 95% effective at preventing precancerous cervical lesions (SIL/CIN1-2) and 93% against cancer.

Reduced by 70% the number of women needing cone biopsies/leep procedures because of abnormal smears.

Even if women had some of the HPV virus, after vaccination their immunity was stronger, with resistance to more types of virus.

The vaccine is safe, is approved by the WHO Global Committee on Vaccine Safety, and can be given any time from 10-45 years of age. We recommend taking the vaccine sooner rather than later, but it is still worthwhile in an older woman.

 

Dr Jamieson has long been an advocate for preventative health, and in particular for women. In the 1980s Dr Jamieson was the first private doctor in Hong Kong to set up a well woman clinic and later, in 1998, she was a pioneer in Hong Kong for the use of bio-identical hormones for the relief of menopausal symptoms for women. This was at a time when most doctors were still prescribing synthetics.