Natural Solutions - April 2021

Natural Solutions - April 2021

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April 2021

Spend Spring Outside Safely AND STAY INFORMED ABOUT THE DANGERS OF TICKS H appy spring! I’m glad we can put that frigid winter behind us and anticipate months of warm weather for work and play. But before you shed your winter coat and head outside, I would like to caution you about a potentially harmful risk you’re exposed to every spring and summer. Spring is the start of tick season, and while not every tick carries the risk of disease, some do. In particular, ticks can cause Lyme disease, a bacterial infection that can result in flu-like symptoms, extreme fatigue, joint pain, and limb weakness. Throughout my years of treating those with thyroid and autoimmune conditions, I’ve noticed connections between these diagnoses and Lyme disease. In my experience, it can be a very confusing and exhausting path to a diagnosis for patients. Despite a host of symptoms, Lyme disease is difficult to diagnose. Because of its varying symptoms — and only a small percentage of those with Lyme disease get the distinctive bullseye rash — medical practitioners often struggle to pinpoint Lyme disease as the culprit. Instead, patients often receive a jumble of diagnoses that can explain some symptoms.

Let’s start with prevention. To outsmart a tick, you have to think like one. Ticks wait in tall grass and low-lying vegetation, shielding themselves from the sun. When you walk or work in fields or the forest, ticks are scanning for exposed skin to latch on to. Cover your skin when possible, and apply tick spray on your clothes. (See the inside of this newsletter for my personal recipe!) When you’re done walking or working in these areas, examine yourself from head to toe for ticks. If you find a tick on your body, don’t panic! Early detection is key to preventing Lyme disease because the rate of infection is drastically decreased if you remove a tick from your body within two days. Simply grab a pair of tweezers, pinch the tick with the tweezers as close to the skin as possible, and pull upward. Place the tick in a sealed bag, drown it in rubbing alcohol, or dispose of it down the toilet. Clean the bite, and monitor it and your body for symptoms. If you notice any, seek medical attention immediately. If you are diagnosed with Lyme disease, very effective antibiotic treatments can kill the disease entirely. However, antibiotics can be very detrimental to your gut. This is because the very nature of the medication is to kill all forms of bacteria in your body — good or bad. This means the good bacteria your gut relies on for digestion and regularity are also killed. So, promptly after your treatment, adhere to a strict probiotic routine to restore the microbiome of your gut. Tick populations and rates of Lyme disease are rising in Michigan, so it is vital that you take this information and properly prepare, prevent, and treat any tick-borne illnesses you may contract. Don’t let ticks ruin this great Michigan summer we have coming up! If you’d like more natural solutions to Lyme disease prevention or treatment for the pains and symptoms that come with Lyme disease, do not hesitate to schedule a consultation with me at 877-861-5927. For more details, check out my FREE report or attend this month’s conference call!

But there is good news! You can prevent tick bites from occurring, and once Lyme disease is diagnosed, it’s very treatable.

Get Dr. Sladic’s FREE Report on Lyme Disease Testing! Don’t panic! Dr. Sladic recently compiled a report on Lyme disease testing, what you need to know, and solutions that should be on your radar. Call 877-861-5927 to receive your FREE copy today! Want to listen to our pre-recorded conference call? Access this important information by dialing 712-432-8774 , enter 25555 , and then enter sharing ID 021821 .

–Dr. Tom Sladic

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The concept of mindfulness has fully saturated mainstream culture at this point. Though it’s more likely to conjure up an image of someone sitting cross-legged with closed eyes than sitting at a table looking wide-eyed at mealtime, it’ll serve you just as well on your dinner plate as it will on your yoga mat. How Intuitive Eating Can Help You Quit Diet Culture

WHAT IS INTUITIVE EATING?

Eating mindfully, also known as intuitive eating, is trending in the health and wellness world. But it couldn’t be more different from fad diets or other trends like fasting and cleanses, which have restrictive lists of rules and foods to eat or avoid. Intuitive eating starts by simply tuning in to your body’s needs and cues, but it goes further than that. As a Harvard Medical School article put it, “In essence, mindful eating means being fully attentive to your food — as you buy, prepare, serve, and consume it.” And that includes focusing on how different foods and eating habits make you feel, both physically and mentally. While this may feel … intuitive ... it’s easier said than done in a culture with consistent and often confusing messaging around what constitutes healthy eating. Even the tried-and-true method of calorie counting has raised doubts in recent years due to inaccuracies in calorie calculations for the nutrition labels and research on how calorie restriction can backfire by changing your hormone levels and even slowing down your metabolism. Kristen Smith, a registered dietitian and the spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, says it’s also linked to disordered eating habits. Intuitive eating may

just be the antidote. Singer Demi Lovato, who has been open about her struggles with an eating disorder and body-image issues, credits a more mindful approach to eating with helping her overcome harmful eating patterns.

HOWDOES IT LEAD TO BETTER HEALTH OUTCOMES?

Having a regular exercise routine and eating well have long been known as the two pillars of physical health. When it comes to the latter, intuitive eating helps you create healthy and sustainable eating habits. The upshot is that when you eat better, you’ll feel better. Being attuned to that connection is the foundation of mindful eating. Most of us know that we should eat whole foods, including lots of fruits and vegetables, but feeling the outcome of increased consumption of these foods will help you stick with and build the habit.

Put Your Skin in the Game PROTECT IT IN 3 STEPS

April is the first full month of spring, and it’s nearly impossible to not enjoy the sunshine. However, April is also Cancer Control Month, and in the spirit of prevention and education, we’re outlining tips to help you lower your risk of developing one of the most common forms of cancer: skin cancer. COVER, SHIELD, AND PROTECT! Your skin does a great job of protecting your body from would-be invaders, but it isn’t as strong as you’d like to think. (One papercut could tell you as much!) Protect your skin from the sun by regularly applying sunscreen — the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends 15 SPF or higher — and regularly reapply sunscreen every two hours. However, the sun is a vital source of vitamin D! Strike a good balance between protecting yourself and using this powerful resource by finding the right sunscreen for your skin type. Also, wear a hat to cover your skin and seek shade. LEARN ABOUT THE RISKS Skin cancer has many varieties, and many factors can determine what it looks like. Regularly examine your body for strange-looking or new

moles, which can be a sign of skin cancer. Remember ABCDE when examining yourself. Moles that are asymmetrical , have an irregular border , are strange in color , are larger than 6 millimeters in diameter , and are evolving or changing could be dangerous and should be examined by your medical provider. SUPPLEMENT YOUR SKIN HEALTH Your skin will do a better job of protecting itself when you provide it with the proper tools to do so. Focus on foods that are packed with good fats; vitamins like A, C, and E; lean protein; and zinc. These will help your skin maintain its elasticity and improve your complexion. Eat foods like fish, carrots, sweet potatoes, bananas, and avocados for better skin health. Supplements can also help provide skin nutrients.

To find the right supplement for your skin health or for other natural solutions to skin concerns, consult with Dr. Sladic by scheduling an appointment. Call 877-861-5927 to get started.

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NONTOXIC BUG AND TICK SPRAY

Is there anything as great as spring? The sun is shining (sometimes), the birds are singing again, and — is that mud on the floor? As great as springtime is, let’s be honest: The wet weather that makes the grass and trees green also makes for a few muddy months. And if your family likes to recreate outdoors, you’ll want some tips for keeping the outside, well, outside . The easiest way to prevent having mud tracked through your home is by simply taking off your shoes at the door and asking your family and guests to do the same. This is a custom in many cultures around the world, but here in the U.S., developing the habit might be an adjustment. It’ll pay dividends all year long, though, especially in spring. Failing that, you should at least keep an old towel by the door to deal with your dog’s muddy paws or your kids’ mud-caked shoes! Outside of the house, use a hose to wash off mud on pavers, flagstones, or patios; this will help prevent it from being tracked indoors. Other particularly tricky outdoor patches might benefit from a push-broom scrubbing or even a pressure washing. If someone does track mud inside onto a hard surface, such as a finished hardwood floor, you have two options to clean it up. The first is to wipe it up immediately with a paper towel, which you’ll have to do if it’s bad enough. But if the mud isn’t caked on too thick, you might want to let it dry and then hit it with a dampened towel or scrubber. In either case, you’ll want to follow up with a cleaning product designed for use on that surface, whether it’s wood, stone, or linoleum. Of all surfaces, carpet presents the biggest challenge. Mud stains on carpet should always be left to dry completely — hard as it might be to look at! Once it’s dried, hit it with the vacuum then blot the area with a 1-to-2 mixture of laundry detergent and water. Repeat until the stain is gone, and flush with cold water to finish. You can follow a similar process for upholstery. Now you’re a mud cleanup master!

The prevalence of ticks in Michigan has grown, but you can’t avoid going outdoors all summer long. Instead, equip yourself and your family with this natural, nontoxic bug and tick spray. As a reminder, DO NOT spray this mixture on your skin. The oils are not suited for that type of contact. Ingredients

• 30 drops eucalyptus oil • 30 drops cedarwood oil • 30 drops citronella oil

• 30 drops geranium oil • 1 oz grain alcohol • 3 oz distilled water

Directions

1. In a 4-ounce spray bottle, add all the ingredients. 2. Shake well to mix the liquids. 3. Apply ONLY on clothing before going outdoors. 4. DO NOT apply directly to the skin.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

1. IMPORTANT: Guidance for Lyme Disease

2. What Is Intuitive Eating?

Protect Your Skin in 3 Easy Steps

3. Non-Toxic Bug and Tick Spray

Cleaning Tips for Spring Mud

4. The Origins of Pennsylvania Dutch

THE ORIGINS OF A TRULY AMERICAN LANGUAGE: PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH

People often assume American culture isn’t as rich as other cultures, but that simply isn’t true. Americans have developed unique values, mannerisms, art, music, and even languages across their diverse nation. One great example of this is Pennsylvania Dutch. The language didn’t evolve from Dutch, interestingly enough. It started when early German immigrants needed to escape from the Holy Roman Empire regions of Europe to avoid religious persecution. Many of them escaped to Pennsylvania, which is still 29.9% German today. These immigrants generally didn’t bring many belongings; however, they did bring a rich dialect. So, why is it called Pennsylvania Dutch? Rather than a mistranslation, it’s a corruption of the Pennsylvania German endonym Deitsch , which means “Pennsylvania Dutch/German” or “German.” The terms Deitsch , Dutch, Diets, and Deutsch are all cognates of the proto- Germanic word piudiskaz , meaning “popular” or “of the people.” The language flourished safely within German immigrant communities and religious sects; however, while 10% of the original Pennsylvania Dutch settlers were Amish and Old Order Mennonites, today over 250,000 people speak the Germanic language, mainly in Pennsylvania and Ohio.

You might be wondering how this language is

different from German, considering its roots. It’s entirely different, as it turns out. Pennsylvania Dutch shares the most similarities with the Palatine German dialect, a small southwestern region of Germany

where most Pennsylvanian settlers came from. If you can speak Pennsylvania Dutch, you can likely converse with Palatine Germans to a limited extent. Can you write in Pennsylvania Dutch? Yes! However, not many speakers read and write in it, so it doesn’t have standardized spelling rules. If you’re curious to see it in print, however, look at the only Pennsylvania Dutch newspaper in the U.S.: Hiwwe wie Driwwe. Scholarly efforts have also been made to advance the language, such as the Pennsylvania German Studies minor program at Kutztown University.

We hope you enjoyed learning a new fact or two about American history! Enjoy your April!

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