Mind Body Connection * Herbs to Support Your Mind and Body *

Posted by Dave Leong on Aug 19th 2009

Mind Body Connection * Herbs to Support Your Mind and Body *

Your Mind and Body Work Together

We all feel anger, excitement, sadness, and joy at one time or another. Did you know these common emotions can have a lasting effect on your physical condition? The National Center for Biotechnology Information defines psychosomatic disease as an illness that has been caused by a person's mental processes. In this issue, we explore how your state-of-mind affects your physical health.*

In This Issue:

Psychosomatic disease: the mindbody connection by D. Graeme Shaw, M.D.
Laughter really is "the best medicine"
Herbs to support your mind and body

Psychosomatic Disease: The Mindbody Connection

by D. Graeme Shaw, M.D.
"As an internist, I'm fascinated by the cause of disease. Just as every crime mystery has a perpetrator, every disease has a cause. The closer you get in identifying the cause of disease, the more effective the treatment. One axiom I follow is that the further away the target of our treatment is from the actual cause of the disease, the more difficult and stronger the treatment must be in order to be effective. And the corollary is that the closer the treatment is to the cause, the easier it can be to create an effective treatment," says D. Graeme Shaw, M.D. In his fascinating article Psychosomatic disease: the mindbody connection,Dr. Shaw reviews recent research confirming that state-of-mind has an affect on physical health, and how overall healing comes from self awareness.*

Laughter Really is "The Best Medicine"

Here at Get Well Natural, we're big fans of a good laugh. According to About.com, laughter dissipates stress hormones like cortisol, epinephrine and dopamine. It takes the focus away from any negativity that might be consuming your emotions. This may be why we feel a sense of physical release after a good laugh. The Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor says, ". . . playful discovery, expression or appreciation of the absurdity or incongruity of life's situations . . . may enhance health or be used as a complementary treatment of illness to facilitate healing or coping." And WebMD advises that laughter may be just the boost your body needs. Recent findings indicate that humor may increase the level of infection-fighting antibodies and immune cells in the body.*

Herbs to Support Your Mind and Body

Prescription drugs, with their associated side effects, are too often prescribed for conditions that could have been caused by stress. It is important to strive to manage stress before it becomes critical. Get Well Natural's Calm Ezz is a natural dietary supplement that promotes healthy emotional balance, healthy stress resistance and natural relaxation.*
Taraxacum, the genus name of Dandelion, is derived from the Greek words taraxos (disorder) and akos (remedy). Get Well Natural's Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale) is a high-quality, concentrated extract that delivers effective support for healthy emotional balance, relaxation, sense of balance, healthy liver & blood, body detoxification, sense of balance, and digestive regularity.*
Poor heart function can lead to congestive heart failure, arteriosclerosis, abnormal heart enlargement, cardiomyopathy, and in some cases, resistant hypertension. Get Well Natural's Cardio Well Classic contains a perfectly balanced combination of herbal ingredients exclusively formulated to support healthy heart and cardiovascular function.*
When the body is in balance, it can better restore cellular energy while also promoting improved neurotransmitter health and membrane function. This improved function may be beneficial to people who suffer from depression, irritability, moodiness and insomnia. Get Well Natural's Calm Well is a natural herbal supplement that promotes the balance of the multiple systems of the healthy mind and body.*

Stress May Be the Culprit

According to About.com, psychosomatic disorders tend to develop in the presence of chronic stress and a negative mind set. Conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, high blood pressure and some endocrine disorders may be caused or worsened by high stress levels. Our stress management page has tips on how to deal with this very common problem.*

Six Proven Stress Relievers
According to an article by the Department of Entomology at Iowa State University, gardening can be a therapeutic method to relax your mind and body. "Digging, chopping, and hitting motions can relieve stress and tension . . . and provide an outlet for aggression." ISU also suggests a stress-relieving stroll though garden. "As you walk, take in all the colors, textures, and fragrances. By the end of your walk you should feel better." No room for a garden? Apartment Therapy and Oh My Apartment show how to grow vegetables in small spaces. If you don't have a green thumb, try these popular stress-relievers:

Garden or go for a walk
Read a good book
Cook or bake something new and healthy
Go swimming
Talk to your spouse or a close friend
Join a yoga class*

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