‘My Health Sanctuary’
Naturally Caring for YOU! With:
Colon Hydrotherapy
Herbal Medicine
Homeopathy
Naturopathy &;
Nutrition
Personalised Detoxification Programs with Pure Plant Extracts & Colon Hydrotherapy
‘Fit for Life’ Wellness Retreats for Ultimate Health
Holistic Dietary Analysis for Food Sensitivity and Allergies
‘Ketosis’ Weight Regulation
Homeopathic Constitutional Treatment
Natural Migraine Management
‘Dancing Into Ecstasy’ Transformational Healing Program
SERVICES
Please Note: Email for enquiries only, to book an appointment, please contact me on 07 3369 9965 or 0402 404 657
INDEX:
Colon Hydrotherapy
Personalised Detoxification Programs
Bowel Detoxification Program
Kidney Renewal & Detoxification Program
Liver Gall Bladder Detoxification Program
“Dancing Into Ecstasy” - 9 week programs conducted twice each year in Bardon - $195
Casual Full Moon Evening Workshops workshops at Shorncliffe - $20
About Annie
Annie's Story
Colon Hydrotherapy
What is Colon Hydrotherapy?
Many health authorities believe that for optimum health, your colon must be functioning normally. Colon hydrotherapy is an important, preventative treatment for you. It is a safe, rejuvenating, clean and relaxing method of removing toxins, muco- protein build up and waste from your large intestine, without the use of drugs. It is the safest and most natural method of colon cleansing. Accumulated waste material from an improper diet or stressful lifestyle can produce toxins in your bowel which impact on the body's natural ability to self heal, lowering your body's defence against disease and infection. Unlike regular use of laxatives, or enemas, Colon Hydrotherapy is not habit-forming for you and will greatly improve the natural tone of your colon and its customary peristaltic activity.
Why do I need to have Colon Hydrotherapy?
With exposure to thousands of chemicals and synthetic substances in everyday life (via air, food, water, metabolic wastes, synthetic and natural drugs), many people unwittingly experience toxicity in their bowels that can lead to chronic sub clinical health problems. Despite your daily elimination you may not be aware that the entire length of your colon can be packed with old hardened faecal matter. This leaves only a narrow channel for small soft faeces to pass through. These deposits may be a thick as one to three centimetres and as hard as rubber or plastic. This old waste product is harmful to your health and has the capacity to pollute all the organs of your body.
How does Colon Hydrotherapy work?
A gravity feed water system filters the water of harmful micro-organism and other damaging chemicals and pollutants. A gentle regulated flow of this warm purified water is instilled into your colon via insertion of a fine, sterile and disposable tube. Correct water flow is maintained and the temperature controlled for optimum results.
The water softens and loosens the content of your colon and the waste is expelled easily, comfortably and hygienically. Both wastes and water are discharged through the instruments completely closed system by means of a separate exit tube. There is no odour, noise or mess. Disposable, pre-sterilized accessories are used.
My gentle and thorough Aromatherapy abdominal massage encourages further release of old built up waste.
During each session, I stay with you to guide your progress. You remain fully covered during the session and your privacy and dignity are assured.
What Health problems will benefit from Colon Hydrotherapy?
As well as reducing the toxins in your bowel, Colon hydrotherapy can also improve your muscle tone and facilitate your peristaltic movement.
Constipation and a toxic bowel can be the precursor to innumerable disease states that many people take for granted as being normal.
These include:
| Irritable bowel | Skin disorders such as psoriasis & eczema |
| Eczema and acne | Depression & mood swings |
| Lower back pain | Menstrual problems |
| Insomnia | Flatulence |
| Flatulence & Bloating | Poor liver function |
| Food intolerance and allergies | Tumours |
| Colitis | Candida/thrush |
| Kidney disorders | Halitosis/bad breath |
| Nausea | Headaches |
| Inflammation of the colon (colitis) | Painful haemorrhoids |
| Diarrhoea | Skin problems |
What are the other benefits for me with Colon Hydrotherapy?
RENEWED ENERGY & VITALITY AND ENHANCED MENTAL CLARITY!!!!
Many people quickly experience mental clarity after colon therapy and often feel more energy and a greater sense of well-being. So when you embark on a program of Colon Hydrotherapy with me you can expect,
healthy & natural weight loss
health maintenance
maximises fitness routines
helps the body detoxify
reduces the effects of ageing
healthier, clearer complexion
relief from bloating & constipation
What other therapies can I use to enhance my optimum health?
It is best for you to support your Colon hydrotherapy sessions with me using a combination of a nutritious diet, herbal medicines, dietary reprogramming and an appropriate daily exercise regime.
Personalised Herbal and Pure Plant De-Toxification programs are also available for you in conjunction with your Colon Hydrotherapy session with me.
(See The Pure Plant Bowel, Liver, Gall Bladder, Kidney and Lymphatic Detoxification Programs)
Healthy Bowel Diet
One way to facilitate better intestinal health is by choosing unprocessed & whole foods: lots of raw fruit and vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, fish, meat and dairy products. Plenty of filtered and purified water daily is ESSENTIAL for healthy bowel function.
Foods to Avoid
Types of food that create bowel problems are fatty fried, processed, overcooked food with chemicals and /or additives, sugar, caffeine, too much red meat, etc. As many of us know, these foods comprise much of the average person's diet. These foods are often referred to as DEAD FOOD - thick, pasty, glue-like substances that stick to the walls of your intestine and your colon may lose the ability to process vital nutrients, absorb water and eliminate waste matter from the body.
What does the Colon or Large Intestine do?
The Colon is the most overlooked, neglected and abused organ of the body! We take for granted its vital role in overall health and well-being. And yet when we become sick it is often the least blamed.
The role of the colon is to complete the final stage of the digestive process. It is an organ that has been designed to be an eliminatory channel and not a holding station. Its role is to concentrate waste product from the body’s metabolic processes into a “stool” and allow water and electrolytes to be absorbed back into the blood stream. Poor circulation, smoking, drugs, stress and a western diet will inhibit the colon in its normal activity. Pain, discomfort, dehydration and eventually disease will eventuate if we do not care for this very special and sensitive organ.
"You don't need to get sick to get better"
YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR COLON HYDROTHERAPY PROGRAM!
- 1st Consultation (90 minutes) $95 including a Naturopathic & Nutritional consultation & health analysis
- Follow Up Consultations (60 minutes) $85
You will maximize the benefit and potential for improved health by committing to a series of Colonics. As each person is unique and I will advise you after your first session as to how many treatments you will require.
Generally I recommend 3 to 6 Colonics within a 5 week period.. Some clients feel relief in 1-3 treatments, whereas others may require more than 6 treatments. After this a repeat of 2 sessions can be done every 4-6 months to maintain inner cleanliness, prevent health problems occurring and maintain a greater sense of well being!
'One session is great, but a series can reverse a life time of neglect!’
Common Problems in the Journey along The Colon
Ileocaecal valve
The large bowel or Colon begins at the Ileocaecal valve. This small flapping door allows undigested food to pass from the small intestine into the colon. This valve is situated in your right lower abdomen. If we do not move our bowels within 11-19 hours of eating, this little very important valve can become blocked and inflamed. Consequently, toxic matter and undigested food can build up causing this area of the colon to become a primary site for parasitic infestation.
Ascending Colon
From this entry point into the colon, there is an uphill journey through the Ascending Colon. The movement of the faeces depends upon healthy and vigorous peristalsis, the rhythmic and pulsating action of the colon that causes food matter to travel its length. At this point, the appendix secretes a lubricating, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral fluid that lubricates the colon and softens the stool. If there is insufficient fibre in the diet, this area of the colon can become sluggish. This may cause the appendix to become inflamed slowing down the bowel activity and causing gas, pain and discomfort.
Hepatic Flexure
As the colon turns the corner of the Hepatic Flexure, (under the right ribs and below the liver) faecal residue in an overburdened bowel can be left behind causing bulging and distortion. This in turn can place pressure on the liver causing a sensation of nausea and bloating.
Transverse Colon
The Transverse Colon is the next section of the bowel. It has no anchorage to the abdominal wall and is free floating. If the bowel action is too slow, if we are overweight or suffer from habitual constipation, or if there is a habit of taking laxatives, the elasticity of the bowel can be lost. This in turn can cause the colon to sag placing pressure on the internal organs such as the uterus, bladder and fallopian tubes. This can be a major cause of infertility.
Splenic Flexure
The next “kink” in the colon is the Splenic Flexure, found under the left ribs. If the digestion is unhealthy the semi-dried stool can become stuck causing further bloating, gas and discomfort.
Descending Colon.
The final journey is now downhill through the Descending Colon. This movement being with the flow of gravity is supposedly an easier task for the colon. However the Sigmoid Colon, tucked under the left hip, can be a primary area for congestion and toxic build-up. Habitual over straining to move your bowels can mean prolapsed of the bowel, haemorrhoids and symptoms of an incomplete “stool”.
The Happy, Healthy Colon and Its Action.
The colon is one of the major eliminatory channels of the body. A healthy, clean colon will mirror itself in a positive and happy emotional state, abundant energy, vitality and mental clarity. With an incoming diet high in plant fibre, water and wholesome nutrient, the colon can function normally. Regular exercise, a healthy diet, positive life choices and attitude will mean that your colon has a fighting chance to do its job properly!
For vibrant health the bowel needs to be emptied 2-3 times a day, (depending on your food intake). This means that you should digest, absorb and then eliminate 80% of your food intake 11-19 hours after ingestion. To assess how well your bowel is functioning try swallowing some sunflower seeds and recording the time it takes for them to pass out of your system. (They are easy to see against the colour of your stool!) This will give you a general an idea of the bowel transit time. However in a heavily congested colon where the lining of the wall of the bowel is coated with old dried up faecal matter, it is very difficult even with this simple test to assess exactly how healthy is your colon.
The ideal “poo” is one that floats near the surface of the water. It should come out with no straining (try squatting for an effortless bowel movement!) and should break up slowly or remain in light floating pieces. The colour should be light brown however this may change according to what you have just eaten, or if other organ systems need cleansing. E.g.: white or yellow “stools” will indicate Liver and Gall Bladder dysfunction.
The Tired Congested Colon
A colon that suffers sluggishness and the build up of hardened faeces will reflect in a poisoned blood stream, under functioning liver, disabled stomach, inflamed pancreas and generally low vitality and exhaustion.
The overloaded bowel can sag, forming pockets where old dried up faeces create a perfect breeding ground for disease, encouraging viruses, bacteria and fungi to thrive. The hardened and impacted faeces form layer upon layer of glue like matter and mucoid plaque that adheres to the bowel wall. The ensuring strain on the colon can lead to thinning of the bowel with pocketing and diverticula’s occurring. Slow seepage into the blood stream of toxic matter then begins to occur and
Autointoxication eventuates.
Many common viruses and bacteria lurk in these bowel pockets. Candida is one that is commonly found and can proliferate due to the inability of the congested colon to produce a healthy gut flora that will counteract the growth of these fungi.
Self Help Tips!
- Always attempt to squat when you move your bowels. This is natures way to go to the toilet and unkinks the various flexures in the colon allowing for easy effortless “pooing”
- Self-Massage along the entire length of the intestine will encourage vitality and healthy bowel movements. Always use a clockwise circular movement with good quality cold pressed oil.
- Use regular Castor Oil packs on your belly to help soften your stool and reduce griping and impacted faeces. N.B.! NEVER DRINK CASTOR OIL!
- Eat a diet high in vegetable fiber and consult me to establish a healthy and positive life-style.
- Drink 2-3 liters of purified water a day.
- Take regular Colon Hydrotherapy in conjunction with your personalized Health Care program that I will customize to your own health requirements and goals.
Other commonly asked questions
- Is Colon Hydrotherapy completely safe?
Yes. In fact with new Colon therapy equipment, treatments are much safer than the common enema.
- How does a Colon Hydrotherapy treatment compare to an enema?
An enema only reaches the rectum and lower part of the Colon, whereas with Colon Hydrotherapy, the entire length of the Colon (the large intestinal tract approximately 5 to 5½ feet in length) is reached. Colon Hydrotherapy is many more times effective. According to learned centenarian Dr. Norman Walker, "One Colon irrigation is equivalent to 30 enemas."
- Do treatments hurt?
No. In fact many people report their Colon Hydrotherapy sessions as being both refreshing and relaxing.
- How much of the intestines are actually cleansed during a Colon Hydrotherapy treatment?
During a treatment it is possible for a professional colon therapist to cleanse the full length of the colon (large intestine). The small intestine are not involved in a Colon Hydrotherapy treatment. The small intestine may be cleansed with the help of an oral (herb-based) intestinal cleanser.
- Should I see my doctor before my first Colon Hydrotherapy session?
If you have a concern about your health or the appropriateness of Colon Hydrotherapy you should consult a doctor. If you are diagnosed with diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, severe hemorrhoids, rectal or intestinal tumors, you would not be a candidate for Colon Hydrotherapy treatments. Professionally administered Colon Hydrotherapy is safe, and generally if you are free of the above sited conditions, a medical examination prior to therapy, should not be necessary.
- Is there any possibility of bacterial or viral contamination from prior use of the Colon Hydrotherapy machine?
Our Colon Hydrotherapy machines utilize pre-sterilized, disposable hoses and tubes. These disposables are used only once during a single therapy session. Properly administered, there is absolutely no danger of contamination.
- How long does a treatment take?
Actual treatment time is about 35 - 50 minutes, but you should plan a total session visit of one hour in duration.
- Does having a menstrual period at the time of a Colon Hydrotherapy session have any effect on the treatment?
No, in fact it's usually a good time to receive a treatment, since your body is already cleansing. Your flow will not interfere with the success of the treatment.
- What should I do to prepare for a Colon Hydrotherapy cleansing?
Refrain from eating before the cleansing, be as relaxed as possible and maintain a positive, cheerful attitude.
- Will I experience any intestinal discomfort or fatigue after the cleansing?
Usually not, but since the cleansing will stir up a lot of old debris and toxins, you might experience some minor nausea or fatigue. If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to rest and apply a warm heating pad to the abdomen. If you wish, a mild vegetable broth or peppermint tea is usually soothing at this time. Any discomfort will usually pass within 24 hours.
- Do I need to take acidophilus after a colon cleansing because intestinal flora has been washed out of the colon?
It is recommended to use acidophilus, but not because the treatment washes out intestinal flora. Colon Hydrotherapy cleansings do not wash out intestinal flora. Taking acidophilus subsequent to a colon cleansing is beneficial, because it helps to improve the bacterial balance in the colon. The best method is to drink acidophilus for 2 weeks after the final therapy session.
- Can I work directly after having a Colon Hydrotherapy?
Certainly. You can work just as you would after a regular bowel movement
Your Individualised Natural Health Care Assessment and Detoxification Programs
These individually designed and tailored Pure Plant/Herbal and Homeopathic programs, specific to your personal needs, allow the body to deeply cleanse, recharge and renew. Pure plant and herbal preparations release stagnation on the cellular level whilst detoxifying and purifying the major organ systems of the body. Homeopathic medicines adapt us to the emotional and mental cleanse offering profound renewal of vitality, energy and spirit. Every organ and system sighs with relief as these natural medicines tow away stagnant energy, renew vitality and restore ease of normal body function.
The Bowel Detoxification Program
The Kidney Detoxification Program
The Liver - Gall Bladder Detoxification Program
THE BOWEL DETOXIFICATION PROGRAM
Annie O’Moon-Browning, Natural Health Care Practitioner.
Homeopath, Medical Herbalist, Colon Hydrotherapist, Facilitator of ‘Dancing Into Ecstasy,’ Transformational Dance for fun, fitness and health.
“The Sanctuary”
32 Lorward Ave,
Bardon. Qld. 4065
T: 07 3369 9965
M: 0402 404 657
E: anniemiki@hotmail.com
If you experience any of the following health problems, you may benefit from this Bowel Detoxification program.
| Irritable bowel | Skin disorders such as psoriasis & eczema |
| Eczema and acne | Depression & mood swings |
| Lower back pain | Menstrual problems |
| Insomnia | Flatulence |
| Food intolerance and allergies | Tumours |
| Colitis | Candida |
| Kidney disorders | Halitosis/bad breath |
| Nausea | Headaches |
| Inflammation of the colon (colitis) | Painful haemorrhoids |
| Diarrhoea | Skin problems |
THE COLON
The Colon is the most overlooked, neglected and abused organ of the body! We take for granted its vital role in overall health and well-being. And yet when we become sick it is often the least blamed.
The role of your colon is to complete the final stage of the digestive process. It is an organ that has been designed to be an eliminatory channel and not a holding station. Its role is to concentrate waste product from the body’s metabolic processes into a “stool” and allow water and electrolytes to be absorbed back into the blood stream. Poor circulation, smoking, drugs, stress and a western diet will inhibit the colon in its normal activity. Pain, discomfort, dehydration and eventually disease will eventuate if we do not care for this very special and sensitive organ.
COLON DETOXIFICATION
Cleansing of your colon is essential to prevent the accumulation of debris and disease. Antibiotics, vaccinations, fast food and lifestyle, lack of exercise and depleted digestive juices make your colon less competent; more prone to imbalance; age prematurely and lack in digestive efficiency.
The Three Phase Pure Plant and Herbal Colon Cleanse is designed to occur over a 3-week period. However, the middle week can be modified to a short 4-7 day program if time constraints prevent the completion of the normal 7 days. You will need to have 3 appointments with me to undertake this program and it is advisable to have at least one session of Colon Hydrotherapy at the beginning and during/at the end of the program.
ATTENTION!
If you are still smoking please inform me prior to beginning this program.
Do not cleanse if you are ill or convalescing. Always ask my advice prior to attempting to do begin any cleansing program. I will be able to assess your health and advise you as to which program you should begin first.
Taking cold showers during the cleansing program will help to neutralize any negativity and speed up the cleansing process. If up are lucky enough to be doing this program by the ocean daily swims are marvelous in removing any toxic build up in the mental, emotional and physical realms.
Always feel welcome to phone me if you have any questions or concerns during this Colon Cleanse. I am more than happy to assist you in your process.
It is recommended that you have a Colon Hydrotherapy session during each phase of this cleansing program. Preferably towards the end of each individual phase.
EMOTIONAL REACTIONS TO THIS PROGRAM!?
It is common for feelings and emotions to surface during this program. This is when most of the deeper physical and emotional purification occurs. If this happens, please gently go with experience. Whatever you have laid down in your psyche, that has established to need for you to partake on this cleansing journey, needs to be released. It is of great benefit to use of Flower Essences during this phase to assist in dealing with any feelings or emotions.
YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR PERSONALISED BOWEL DE-TOXIFICATION PROGRAM!
This fully individualised and supervised program utilises Homeopathic and Herbal Medicines in conjunction with a personalised Nutritional program. Profound benefits and restoration health and vitality to your digestive system and colon function are facilitated.
Cost
| Initial Consultation (including your fully personalised program): | $95 |
| Natural Medicines: | Price On Application |
| Follow-up Consultation: | $65 1/2hour
$85 1 hour |
THE KIDNEY DETOXIFICATION AND RENEWAL PROGRAM
Annie O’Moon-Browning, Natural Health Care Practitioner.
Homeopath, Medical Herbalist, Colon Hydrotherapist, Facilitator of ‘Dancing Into Ecstasy,’ Transformational Dance for fun, fitness and health.
“The Sanctuary”
32 Lorward Ave,
Bardon. Qld. 4065
T: 07 3369 9965
M: 0402 404 657
E: anniemiki@hotmail.com
If you experience any of the following health problems, you may benefit from this Kidney Renewal program.
| Hair Loss | Premature Aging |
| Lower Back Pain | Knee And Hip Problems |
| Hearing Loss | Tinnitus (Ringing In The Ears) |
| Infertility | Period Pain |
“THE KIDNEYS:
The health of our kidneys is as important as the proper function of our heart or lungs. The kidneys are responsible for removing waste from the blood and returning clean blood back to the body. Considering that water comprises two thirds of our body mass, the kidneys are vital to the overall health and well being of the human body. Undertaking a Kidney cleansing or detoxification programme not only revitalises your kidneys, allowing your body to return to proper filtration of the blood, but enhances your overall vitality and vigour.
Statistics show that as we age the effectiveness of our kidneys decline. Some of the symptoms associated with poor kidney function include urinary incontinence, urinary tract infections, polyuria (excessive urine production), nocturia (excessive urine production at night), fluid retention (e.g.: in the hands, feet, abdomen, breasts), blood in the urine, kidney stones, changes in thirst, burning, frequency and irritation of the bladder and many other symptoms. Whilst the incidence of these symptom increases with age, there are however many younger women and men who may experience mild to severe urinary/kidney dysfunction at any given age.
“THE FIGHT-FLIGHT MECHANISM:
The kidneys are capped by the adrenal gland. This gland is essential in producing the hormone adrenalin. This hormone is directly responsible for our “fight-flight” response or our survival mechanism. During times of stress and modern living our adrenal glands can easily become exhausted. Shift work, stress in our home lives and at work, emotional challenges, trauma and shock are all factors that can lead to the depletion of adrenal energy and lowering of function of this vital gland. During this Kidney detoxification program, considerable work is done to boost the function of the adrenal gland allowing us to cope with daily pressure with ease.
“THE SPIRITUAL ESSENCE OF THE KIDNEYS:
In traditional Chinese medicine, the kidneys store the “Jing” or life essence and vitality of a person. Substances that deplete our “Jing” are pesticides, chlorinated water drugs, alcohol, unnecessary consumption of vitamin and mineral supplements, coffee, tea, an excessive animal protein, chocolate, sugar, tobacco, food additives and heavy metals. Stress, anxiety and our fast paced western life style can seriously deplete our “Jing” energy.
“SYMPTOMS OF KIDNEY DEPLETION:
Due to our western life style, fear, stress overwork and unhappiness can lead to a depositing of minerals within the kidneys. There are many symptoms that can be attributed to this. They include hair loss, premature aging, lower back pain, knee and hip problems, hearing loss, tinnitus, infertility and period pain.
The emotional effects of weakened kidneys can be a constant feeling of anxiety and fear coupled with a sense of inferiority. There may also be timidity and panicky feelings accompanied with breathing difficulties. During a detoxification program the cleansing of the kidneys may release deep seated fears that have been depleting your vital “Jing”. Cleansing the kidneys allows us to regain emotional balance, objectivity and peace.
YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR PERSONALISED KIDNEY CLEANSING & RENEWAL PROGRAM!
This fully individualised and supervised program utilises Homeopathic and Herbal Medicines in conjunction with a personalised Nutritional program. Profound benefits and restoration health and vitality to your renal & adrenal function are facilitated.
Cost
| Initial Consultation (including your fully personalised program): | $95 |
| Natural Medicines: | Price On Application |
| Follow-up Consultation: | $65 1/2hour
$85 1 hour |
THE LIVER AND GALL-BLADDER DETOXIFICATION PROGRAM
Annie O’Moon-Browning, Natural Health Care Practitioner.
Homeopath, Medical Herbalist, Colon Hydrotherapist, Facilitator of ‘Dancing Into Ecstasy,’ Transformational Dance for fun, fitness and health.
“The Sanctuary”
32 Lorward Ave,
Bardon. Qld. 4065
T: 07 3369 9965
M: 0402 404 657
E: anniemiki@hotmail.com
If you experience any of the following health problems, you may benefit from this Liver and Gall-Bladder Detoxification program.
| Digestive Disturbance | Bloating |
| Fat Intolerance | Diarrhea/Constipation Swings |
| Elevated Cholesterol< | P.M.S. |
| Mood Swings | Allergies |
| Chronic Fatigue | Depression |
| Hormonal Problems | Menstrual Irregularity |
| Back And Shoulder Pain | Lack Of Motivation |
Cleansing the liver bile ducts of gallstones is one of the most important and powerful procedures to improve your health.
THE LIVER
The liver is the biggest organ in the body and one of the most important for overall health. It is the “seat” of all emotion and a healthy and happy liver reflects in a positive and emotionally balanced sate of being. The liver is positioned under the lower right rib cage and is capable of complete self-renewal. The healthy liver stores many essential nutrients among these are vitamins, minerals and sugars. If the liver is under-functioning, these essential substances will not be effectively released and a myriad of health complaints can occur. Low blood sugar, diabetes, menstrual and other hormonal problems eventuate. The raw material for a healthy liver function comes from our diet and life style habits.
There is rarely a disease in the body that does not start in the liver.
YOUR WESTERN LIFESTYLE DAMAGES YOUR LIVER
If you are overstressed, indulge too frequently in poor eating habits and “city” life-style; your liver can become overloaded and will not function efficiently. At the same time, small “gall” stones can form in the liver and move down to your gall bladder lodging there. The development and collection of stones in the gall bladder causes many digestive, hormonal and emotional problems.
GALL STONES
If you have a chronic illness, it is likely that you have thousands of gallstones congested in the bile duct of your liver. By removing these stones through a series of liver cleanses and subsequently maintaining a healthy life style and diet, your liver and gall bladder are able to restore their natural efficiency and almost all symptoms of ill health disappear as energy and vitality floods back.
THE GALL BLADDER
All diseases or symptoms of ill health begin with obstruction!!
The gall bladder, your livers closest “mate”, is a small organ attached to the underside of the liver. It is in this tiny organ that the bile, the substance that allows us to digest fats, is stored. The job of your gall bladder is to eject bile into the duodenum, (the first segment of the small intestine,) when food passes into it from the stomach. The presence of stones in your liver and gall bladder greatly impairs the digestion of food, elimination of waste, and detoxification of harmful substances in the body. By unblocking your liver and gall bladder, your body’s 60-100 trillion cells will be able to breathe more oxygen and receive more nutrients. Elimination of metabolic waste products is more effective, and maintenance of perfect communication between the nervous and hormonal systems, and all other parts of your body can occur.
Almost every person with a chronic illness has an excessive number of gallstones in their liver and gallbladder. However unless there is specific liver disease this all-important organ is rarely considered the culprit. The majority of gallstones consist of the same harmless substance that is found in liquid bile with cholesterol being the main ingredient. This substance in invisible to X-ray technology. However, stones in your gall bladder can be made entirely of, minerals, calcium salts and bile pigment. Modern diagnostic tools can easily detect these substances but fail to pick up the softer smaller ones in your liver. Only when there is an excessive amount of these smaller stones in your liver, can an ultrasound diagnose a “fatty liver”. This condition can have up to 8,000 stones before the liver succumbs to suffocation and ceases to function. If the liver is not cleared of these stones bile cannot flow freely into the gall bladder.
ESTROGEN AND YOUR LIVER
Another function of the liver is to play a role in hormonal balance in the body. The liver recycles 15% of a woman’s oestrogen supply. If it is congested and blocked the female hormones will be out of balance.
THE LIVER AND THE MIND
In antiquity the liver was considered to be the seat of the mind and liver problems were seen to give way to grave emotional and mental problems. We now understand the depression can be caused by liver blockages and emotions of boredom, irritability frustration and bitterness are all indicative of the likelihood of stones in the liver. In Chinese medicine the liver is responsible for control of anger and holds all primary emotions. If your liver is blocked the energy in your body cannot flow freely from your feet upwards. This in turn can cause problems in the chest or breast. It also affects the eye and forehead contributing to headaches.
NUTRITION FOR HEALTHY LIVER GALL BLADDER FUNCTION:
When your liver is sick, tired or congested, avoid all fatty foods, (except for extra virgin olive oil) refined sugars, coffee, tea, alcohol and red meat. In fact, steer clear of all stimulants, including spices such as chili. Keep your protein intake to the vegetable sources and white meat, maintaining an intake of no more than 30-65 gm per day. Too much animal protein overloads and tires the liver.
Foods that support and enhance the liver function include, peppers, parsley, fresh organic fruit and vegetables and their juice, garlic, carrots, green foods, citrus fruit and soaked/sprouted whole seeds eaten raw or gently steamed.
Choline (a B vitamin) is found in soy products and is vital for the balanced use of cholesterol by the body. Lipoic acid and essential fatty acids found in olive oil and fish oils, all support and enhance liver function.
Garlic, leeks, chives and spring onions are rich in natural sulphur, which decongests the liver. Lemon and lime juice initiate enzymatic release, which stimulates detoxification of the liver. Raw juice will stimulate and cleanse the liver and gall bladder.
Blend 60% carrot juice with 30% beetroot juice and 10% cucumber/apple juice. Drink 250-300 mls of this juice 3-4 times a week as a maintenance dose for healthy liver function.
Grapes also activate the liver, simulating glycogenic activity and bile secretion, and ripe mango invigorates and stimulates the appetite. Bitter foods/herbs e.g. radishes and their green leaves, dark green vegetables and cabbage, tomatoes and turmeric all promote healthy flow of bile and liver cell regeneration.
YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR PERSONALISED LIVER – GALL BLADDER DETOXIFICATION PROGRAM!
This fully individualised and supervised program utilises Homeopathic and Herbal Medicines in conjunction with a personalised Nutritional program. Profound benefits and restoration health and vitality to your Liver & Gall Bladder function are facilitated.
Cost
| Initial Consultation (including your fully personalised program): | $95 |
| Natural Medicines: | Price On Application |
| Follow-up Consultation: | $65 1/2hour
$85 1 hour |
“Dancing Into Ecstasy”
A Transformational Experience of Interactive, Integrated Dance.
Join us in this unique journey of Movement, Meditation and Dance. “Dancing Into Ecstasy” is an outrageously fun, non-competitive, non-performance based experience, where we sweat our prayers, purifying heart and soul.
Each casual class or 9 week program is unique, offering groups and individuals a rare opportunity to explore their own energy in a safe non-judgemental space.
“Dancing Into Ecstasy” invites us to move authentically whilst we dance through the yogic chakra system. A beautiful synergy of gentle yogaflows, dance therapy & Tai Chi, connect us with the heartbeat of the music.
Global dance steps and moving meditation unite our body and mind, melting layers of tension and stress.
Dancing from chaos to structure, sensual to sacred, serious to silly, “Dancing Into Ecstasy” awakens our authentic inner dancer, breaking habitual thought and movement patterns, & opening our mind and body to new possibilities.
In this dance of delight we rejuvenate our spirit, centre our feelings, stretch our body and open our heart to joy. Old energies are left behind & new possibilities, abundance and opportunity are awakened.
“Dancing Into Ecstasy” improves flexibility, increases bone density & tones muscles whilst enhancing our cardiovascular health.
This program unites the energy of any gathering of people non-dancer & dancer alike. It creates community by sharing a synthesis of mind and body through the joy of movement.
All ages and levels of fitness are welcome.
No partner or dance experience needed
9 week program are held twice a year in Bardon $195
Outdoor Full Moon workshop held at Shorncliffe. $20
About Annie.
Annie O’Moon-Browning has been a Practitioner & Senior Lecturer of Natural Medicine in Brisbane for the past 25 years. She specialises in Natural Detoxification Programs, Homeopathic Constitutional care, Colon Hydrotherapy, Pregnancy, Natural Conception & the Natural treatment of animals.
Annie’s work as a health care professional focuses in bringing her clients to physical & emotional balance & wellbeing. She radiates a natural confidence & expertise that leaves her clients feeling motivated & positive about their health & wellness goals. Annie takes a personal interest in the progress of each of her clients as she encourages them on their pathway to better health.
Annie’s work incorporates a holistic way of interpreting data, which includes biological understanding of the body as well as the psychological & emotional aspects. Each client receives written info as a powerful informative tool for self awareness and healing.
Annie puts her clients at ease by listening carefully & closely discussing their health goals & issues. She offers clients individual programs that are tailored to their own special needs.
Annie has helped countless people over 25 years as a skilled & dedicated practitioner & healer. She regularly conducts workshops, seminars and programs throughout S-E Queensland & shares the profound experience of “Dancing Into Ecstasy” as a transformational tool for healing.
Annie is the Founder & Director of “My Health Sanctuary” in Bardon in the beautiful green belt of Brisbane.
Annie's Story.
My journey into the field of Natural Medicine began in 1977 in rural Tasmania. I had become fascinated with the herbs and plants that grew wild everywhere in that cooling delightful temperate environment. I had read that many had reputed medicinal value so I applied for a correspondence course in Herbal medicine, Biochemic tissue salts and Bach Flower remedies.
This was the start of a career that has never let up!
I became hooked on the learning and the incredible wealth of knowledge recorded about natures healing abilities. As I progressed with my studies I became more and more fascinated and convinced that my vocation this life time was to help and heal humanity.
1977 was also the year that my darling mother was diagnosed with her first breast cancer. Through my shock and grief at this superb woman’s illness I threw myself into my studies convinced that the natural medicines and health giving properties of organic nutrition were by far the best option for her renewal to vibrant health.
My Mother enthusiastically embraced my fledgling learning’s and encouraged my continued studies as she returned to the vigorous & energetic young woman that I loved so much.
In 1980 I moved to the sunnier more tropical climate of Queensland. It was here that my education really started in earnest. I enrolled at the Brisbane College of Traditional Acupuncture and the Southern Cross School of Herbal Medicine. Here I attained qualifications in Naturopathy, Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Iridology, Bach Flower Remedies, Biochemic Tissue Salts and Massage Therapy.
My enthusiasm and commitment to the cause also ensured me a place as a lecturer at these fledgling colleges. This education of young minds into the field of Natural Medicine continued with my employment as principle lecturer in Homeopathy and contributing lecturer in Naturopathy at the Colleges here in Brisbane from the 1984-2004.
I began clinical practice in 1982. My work specialised in the care of Women & Children, especially maternal welfare, Pregnancy, Breast feeding and Natural Conception. Many of my clients enjoyed happy healthy child bearing, child birth and lactation with the use of natural versus orthodox medicine.
At that time I also enjoyed a regular clientele of the feline and canine variety!! This still is an especially delightful consultation as we sit outside under the shade of the Jacaranda tree discussing my 4-legged clients health idiosyncrasies, whilst puppy or kitten enjoy a cool bowl of freshly filtered water!
In 1992 after the birth of my son, I returned to the now fully fledged Australian College of Natural Medicine to complete my degree in Homoeopathy.
This was again to re shape my clinical practice into the constitutional care of my Patients. Via treating hereditary patterns of disease, psychological traumas or dysfunctional behaviour and fears; the cure rate for the complaints presented to me by my patients was exponentially improved.
With the daily usage of Homeopathy in conjunction with Herbal and Nutritional supplements, my practice broadened. I found myself surfing the forefront Natural Health Care for Men. This has been and still is a much neglected area of health care in Australia. Gladly, the 2000’s have seen more and more men turning to Natural Health for their primary health care. The excellent results gained in my practice are testimony to the healing powers of Nature and men’s willingness to follow their women on a path to greater health through natural medicine.
This in combination with the ever increasing usage of Herbal Tonics and Nutritional programs for all manner of ill health, led to an interesting diversity in my practice.
During the late ‘90’s and early into 2000 I began to see more chronic ill health patterns arising in my patients & I became increasingly concerned with the mounting numbers of chronically ill people attending my clinic.
2000 was also the year that my beautiful mother discovered her second breast cancer. Although this was an awful shock to my family, as she had been so incredibly well for so many years, it was again the impetus for another change in my practice.
With her return to full health in mind, I set out to research further methods of naturally cleansing the body, mind and soul. Knowing that we live in a progressively toxic world, I realised that there are many health complications from a system overloaded with heavy metals, chemicals and pesticides. This led me on a journey of professional development and discovery. I investigated the deeper aspects of natural detoxification of the body. This was in order to discover methods that would enable the bodies innate defence mechanism to operate more effectively.
With the back up of Computerised Hair Mineral analysis to identify the ‘hidden agenda’ of heavy metal and chemical overload in the body, I developed deep tissue cleansing programs involving the use of Herbal, Homeopathic and Nutritional Medicines.
In early 2001, I received training in the ancient art of Colon Hydrotherapy (Colonic Irrigation). This, in conjunction with the gentle thorough cleansing action of the Pure Plant, Herbal & Homeopathic Detoxification programs, revolutionised my clinical practice.
In 2003 my love of physical movement, dance, yoga and tai Chi led me to the incredible experience of training as a facilitator of “Dancing into Ecstasy” This profoundly beautiful, incredibly fun and amazingly transformational authentic dance was to instil in my patients, friends and family a connection to their deeper selves in ways that no verbal counselling can ever elicit. It remains my ‘fun’ job and the melodies of extraordinary muse regularly resound from “My Health Sanctuary” in the hills of Bardon, as we dance the night away, melting layers of stress and sweating our prayers.
In early 2006 my mother was finally diagnosed with a large abdominal tumour. Under my professional care and with the assistance of other Natural Health Care Professionals, my family nursed my angelic, brave and gorgeous mother through to her final time. Defying the Doctors prognosis of 2 weeks left of life & with the assistance of the ‘Gerson Program’, (a nutritional program for seriously degenerative diseases) she was able to live out the best possible life she could have for 10 glorious months, pain free until her last 2 days.
I continue my work, research and journey into this fascinating field of health. I will be travelling to the USA in 2009 to train as a Gerson Practitioner and until that time offer you all the very best of expertise in this field from the my 30 years of clinical and educational experience!
The work of “My Health Sanctuary” is dedicated
To the memory of an angel on earth,
Of a beautiful soul
And a gorgeous vibrant mother
Mary Elaine Browning.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Dip Herbal Medicine
Diploma Applied Science - Homeopathy
Diploma Iridology
Cert. Colon Hydrotherapy
Cert. Community Development - Dance Therapy
Service Categories
Colonic Irrigation, Herbalists, Homoeopaths
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