Natural healers possess certification in various holistic healing modalities, including massage therapy, acupuncture and herbal medicine. Furthermore, they often specialize in yoga to promote physical and mental wellbeing, or pranic healing (using energy healing to create health) which uses energy healing methods to foster body-mind harmony.
Other natural forms of healing may include doula support during childbirth and personal trainers who help their clients get fitter. Furthermore, some natural health programs offer financial aid as part of the package.
Holistic Pelvic Care can promote healing and restore equilibrium to this area, giving women both physical and emotional comfort.
Gently used manual therapy technique that specifically targets muscles and connective tissue in women can provide relief for pelvic pain, organ prolapse and incontinence.
Tami Lynn Kent
Holistic pelvic care is an integrative therapeutic approach to women’s reproductive health that utilizes physical and energetic techniques to address pelvic pain, menstrual issues, fertility concerns and emotional healing. It offers women an experience-rich healing journey while reconnecting them to their core selves – helping them reach full embodiment of their feminine essence.
At an HPC session, the practitioner will assess a client’s pelvic muscles and ligaments for any areas of tension or dysfunction, treating any energy blockages which might be restricting vitality flow into their womb space. Sessions may also include guided visualization exercises, breathwork practices or other ways of supporting emotional healing.
Many clients report experiencing an increased sense of connection and awareness in their root – feeling calm, centered and grounded. HPC practitioners also encourage clients to prioritize pelvic health in their lives as part of an overall proactive strategy – listening and responding to what their body signals them to do – the gentle technique can have powerful results.
Tami Lynn Kent is the creator of HPC(tm), as well as authoring Wild Feminine: Finding Power, Spirit & Joy in the Female Body. Her work draws upon her clinical experience as a women’s health physical therapist to blend practical anatomy knowledge with energy psychology and intuition-based perspectives.
Kent developed the HPC(tm) method of bodywork specifically tailored for women’s core patterns. Utilizing physical and energetic tools, pelvic massage practitioners are able to assess and restore equilibrium in female pelvic bowls using this holistic practice. HPC(tm)’s core methodology relies upon myofascial release – an internal myofascial technique designed specifically to work with women’s bodies. HPC(tm) allows a pelvic massage practitioner to use pressure point massage techniques that clear away congestion in the womb space, supporting vibrant flow throughout the entire pelvic region, and ultimately helping women reclaim their pelvic space and embrace their feminine power – physically, energetically and emotionally – reclaiming it also unlocks innate wisdom and creative potential in women.
Dr. Kimberly Karuna
Dr Kimberly Karuna is a Naturopathic Doctor, certified Energy Medicine Practitioner, and Holistic Pelvic Care(tm) Therapist who utilizes an integrative approach that takes into account mind, body and soul health when providing holistic services. Her aim is to help women re-connect with themselves so they can find strength, clarity, balance, and rejuvenation necessary to lead a richer, more meaningful life. Holistic Pelvic Care(tm) is an innovative yet subtle balancing therapy, employing myofascial release and structural integration techniques to restore equilibrium to the pelvic bowl, strengthen core muscles, improve organ alignment and decrease symptoms such as urinary leakage or pain with intercourse.
Postpartum Holistic Pelvic Care(tm) offers women who feel depleted and out-of-balance following birth an opportunity to rediscover their sacred womb space, revitalize and rebalance her core, as well as release any physical or emotional discomfort or trauma stored within the pelvic musculature or internal fascia.
Holistic Pelvic Care(tm) can also provide comfort to women who have experienced miscarriage or other reproductive problems, helping them reclaim their power and wisdom that lie within their sacred pelvic space, leading to healing emotionally, physically and spiritually. Furthermore, this innovative healing therapy may also address PMS symptoms, menstrual cramps, ovarian cysts or infertility effectively.
Allie Barton
Traditionally, women have long considered their pelvic area to be an epicenter for creativity and intuition. Here lies their feminine energy and essence which can easily become disconnected through social programming, stories of shame or discomfort and/or trauma. Holistic pelvic care offers physical, energetic, emotional support to this space regaining our inner power as an effective form of preventative health care.
An effective holistic pelvic care session typically begins with an extensive intake process. The practitioner will ask the client about any recent medical or psychological concerns as well as current symptoms that have surfaced, in order to help identify the best course of treatment for her or him. They may also introduce basics of pelvic anatomy so clients have a better understanding of all the muscles, organs, and sensitive tissues that comprise their pelvic bowl.
Hands-on component of holistic pelvic care sessions typically includes intravaginal myofascial release of female pelvic floor muscles. This gentle yet soothing procedure increases blood flow to the pelvic bowl, leading to more vibrant health benefits in terms of energy flow and blood flow; increasing energy flow into it; creating balance in body; providing relief for pain management as well as urinary incontinence, prolapsed uterus issues or general pelvic heaviness.
Women often report experiencing more than physical benefits when working with a practitioner; many experience an enhanced sense of connection and presence within themselves as they develop trust in their feminine strength and vibrance. Many clients report even a single session can change the dynamic between themselves and their pelvic region.
Holistic pelvic care practitioners are skilled in identifying and treating physical and energetic imbalances within the pelvic bowl, and offer self-care techniques that empower women to continue the healing process between sessions. Their services may assist with issues like pelvic pain, uterine prolapse, incontinence, sexual dysfunction and depression & anxiety as well as many others.
Wrinkles, muscle loss and disease may seem inevitable but with just a few lifestyle modifications you could turn back the clock and keep yourself healthy longer. Sleep, managing sex hormone levels optimally and regular physical activity are keys to healthy aging.
As biological age develops years before age-related diseases appear, any treatment to reverse aging must begin well in advance of these diseases showing up.
Exercise
There’s no quick and easy solution for stopping time from passing you by, but lifestyle changes may help slow the effects of aging. Achieve optimal levels of sex hormones while sleeping enough hours each night, eating plant-based diet, exercising regularly and strength training regularly are key components of an anti-ageing lifestyle. Strength training has proven especially valuable as an anti-ageing measure as it decreases age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia) while also improving bone health, blood glucose levels and chronic inflammation levels; conversely sedentary lifestyle can add eight years to biological age!
Get Enough Sleep
Sleep is essential to physical and mental health. Studies have revealed how quality rest can influence biological age by slowing cell degeneration, slowing disease development, reducing wrinkles and fine lines as well as helping improve dull skin tone. Poor quality rest has been linked with diabetes and heart disease as well as mental health conditions; getting consistent amounts of high-quality rest will slow the aging process and enable you to lead longer, more vibrant lives.
Aging is a natural process, which can be hastened by poor lifestyle choices like poor diet, no physical exercise and insufficient restful sleep. But this process can be reversed through making simple modifications in daily routine, such as creating a regular sleeping schedule and practicing good hygiene during restful slumber.
Josiah Zayner offers CRISPR kits available through mail-order to enable individuals to conduct gene editing experiments in their homes, although some critics feel this practice is unethical as genetic engineering should only be handled by professionals.
Biohackers, or amateur scientists known as biohackers, utilize science’s tools in an attempt to circumvent the frustratingly slow pace of academic and medical research. More extreme biohackers known as grinders employ stunts like injecting themselves with younger blood to combat aging or altering their muscle genes in order to boost performance.
What is Biohacking?
Biohacking involves experimenting with various lifestyle changes, supplements and wearable technologies in order to enhance health and human performance. It may include using evidence-based strategies recommended by experts such as prioritizing sleep and exercise or eating nutrient-rich foods; or more experimental ones like cold exposure, intermittent fasting or gene editing with CRISPR.
Though biohacking may provide useful benefits, it’s important to remember that biohacking should never replace conventional healthcare; rather it should be used alongside it. Unregulated biohacking carries significant risks; people could put themselves at risk by trying out chemicals or implantable devices without proper medical research supporting their use.
Importantly, some biohackers do not qualify as trained scientists and instead conduct their experiments in kitchens or garages with tools bought online. Some even inject themselves with herpes vaccines which is both highly risky and raises ethical concerns over whether biohackers should be considered legitimate scientists.
Biohackers often utilize their discoveries to improve their quality of life, with weight loss, improved mental clarity and increased productivity among the most popular goals of biohacking experiments. Unfortunately, however, some have gone too far in their experiments, advocating unhealthy diets or supplements or using unproven technology such as implants to track blood glucose levels or enhance metabolism being promoted as methods to do this.
Some biohackers have been accused of being exclusionary and hierarchical, given that most are male and wealthy. Others, like Josiah Zayner of biohacker group SIGMA Labs have asserted that science needs to open up further for public participation.
Beginners looking to biohack should start off slowly and progress gradually towards more complex techniques. Too many changes at once can overwhelm the body, and tracking progress or identifying effective techniques may become challenging. It is wise to consult your physician prior to trying new biohacks as certain supplements may interact with medication prescribed to you; tracking habits and taking notes are great ways to find out which techniques could improve your health the best.
What is CRISPR?
CRISPR is an advanced genetic technology that allows scientists to edit DNA at specific locations in organisms – commonly referred to as gene editing or genome editing – for specific applications, from curing diseases such as malaria to creating drought-resistant crops.
CRISPR technology is based on a biological system found in bacteria and archaea that protects them against viruses by using Cas nucleases – enzymes that bind and cut DNA – combined with RNA sequences that direct them towards specific targets. Since its first description in Science magazine in 2012, scientists quickly realized its use could also be applied to editing genomes of other living organisms.
Since its introduction, CRISPR-Cas9 technology has revolutionized genomics. It can be used to change the genomes of plants, animals, fungi and microbes; human cells; as well as potential medical uses like repairing damaged DNA from radiation or chemotherapy treatments.
CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technology stands out from earlier methods like zinc fingers and TALEs by being easier and quicker to use. Switching on and off makes focusing on new genes quicker while remaining accurate as opposed to prior methods.
Scientists have used CRISPR technology to generate animal models of diseases such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy. These models will be used to test new drugs and therapies and may lead to future treatments. CRISPR has also been employed for human embryo engineering purposes as well as disease-resistant crop production.
Some scientists have expressed reservations about biohackers; others remain optimistic that CRISPR democratization will bring significant advantages to society. Some researchers suggest it could even cure blindness by regenerating organs such as hearts and limbs; yet, others worry that biohackers may be engaging in illegal or unsafe procedures.
Though DIY biohacking experiments may be fascinating, it is crucial that individuals understand both its risks and limits before engaging in any such experiments at home. Furthermore, any changes to an organism’s DNA can alter its ecosystem with potentially serious and unexpected repercussions.
Why is CRISPR important?
CRISPR allows scientists to precisely alter genomes of organisms by cutting DNA at specific points within its genome, replacing disease-causing sequences with healthier alternatives or making other genetic modifications. CRISPR is one of the most powerful scientific tools ever devised and may one day enable us to reverse blindness or cancer, as well as revive extinct species like passenger pigeons that were once extinct.
CRISPR has been widely celebrated by scientists as an impressive technological advance that will revolutionize our understanding of the world and human health, yet its discovery also raises serious ethical concerns over misuse and corruption. For example, some scientists have instituted self-imposed moratoriums against using CRISPR with germ lines (i.e. those that could pass down genetic mutations to future generations) until more information becomes available regarding how CRISPR alters DNA of future children – this decision has been criticised by biohackers such as Josiah Zayner who recently sold an all-in-one do-it-yourself CRISPR kit to their customers in the US market.
Scientists have used CRISPR to manipulate mosquitos with gene-edited genes to avoid malaria, plants to protect from plant diseases, and human cells to treat cancer and other illnesses. But the ability to edit every gene could fundamentally transform medicine – raising concerns that this method will be misused for other purposes than curing diseases.
Doudna, who co-discovered CRISPR, has advocated for caution until we fully comprehend its effects. Her concern is that without tight oversight measures in place, someone with malicious intentions could use CRISPR to create superhuman race or destroy our planet.
Others scientists, however, recognize the immense potential of this technology as so great that its accessibility must be expanded as quickly as possible. Biohacker and philanthropist Josiah Zayner has championed this cause by offering do-it-yourself kits to the public which enable anyone to make simple modifications to their cells without needing professional expertise. Some experts may worry that unsupervised messing around with genes will result in dangerous mutations being passed along through generations; but Zayner believes the benefits outweigh risks.
How to Biohack with CRISPR
Biohacking refers to any use of CRISPR gene editing technology to modify animal or plant genes. Biohackers form loose collectives composed of scientists, engineers, artists, designers and activists who explore cutting-edge biology outside traditional institutions or laboratories. Biohackers aim at solving issues which have stumped experts or making their own discoveries through this practice.
CRISPR technology drives the biohacking movement. Also known as Crispr-Cas9, this revolutionary tool enables scientists to accurately cut, paste and delete bits of DNA with pinpoint precision by attaching an RNA guide molecule to a bacterial enzyme that acts like molecular scissors; its precise control makes this gene editing technique all the more potency.
As biohackers develop skills that enable them to edit the human genome, many fear their skills could lead them down a dangerous path of creating disease-causing viruses or toxins for terrorist or criminal use. Thus, many are wary about DIY biohacking.
Biohackers may create and distribute genetically modified viruses with high contagiousness or dangerous toxins for sale online, or create untested gene therapies on humans which they inject themselves, livestreaming the procedure on social media.
However, increased awareness, DNA synthesis company oversight and advice from law enforcement are helping ensure biohackers don’t misbehave. Furthermore, many DIY kits now available to home biohackers only permit them to alter bacteria or yeast cells rather than human cells directly.
Keep in mind that biohackers are amateurs experimenting with cutting-edge tools and techniques, without formal scientific training in mind. Though their goals might differ from that of professional scientists, biohackers share similar goals: to gain a deeper understanding of life while using it to better our own.
Energy healing techniques have increasingly gained in popularity as an adjunct to conventional medical therapies. By manipulating subtle energies to restore balance to the body, these practices utilize alternative energy healing approaches as a powerful solution.
Many energy management (EM) techniques rely on touch, interaction and protocols to address energy imbalances in the human energy field (HEF), including Polarity Therapy, Acupuncture, Healing Touch and Reiki.
Acupressure
Acupressure uses similar pressure points as acupuncture without needles; instead, massage therapists apply firm yet gentle pressure directly to specific acupressure points with their fingertips, palms, elbows or special tools.
According to traditional Chinese medicine, acupressure enhances the body’s natural healing capabilities by clearing away energy blockages and balancing out Qi (the life force energy). Acupressure points are found along pathways known as meridians which connect different parts of the body; stimulating these points is said to treat various physical, emotional, and mental conditions.
Studies have revealed the many ways that acupressure can ease pain, enhance mood and sleep quality, promote musculoskeletal healing and alleviate issues such as back, neck and shoulder tension. Acupuncture may also assist with digestive disorders like indigestion and Irritable Bowel Syndrome as well as nausea/vomiting due to cancer treatment or overdoses in adults.
Acupressure can also be self-administered and many individuals incorporate it into their daily wellness regime as part of acupressure’s self-administration capabilities. Acupressure can be done first thing in the morning to wake you up and improve concentration; or in the evening before sleep to reduce stress and promote restful slumber.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the oldest energy medicine techniques, according to Chinese medical theory it works by balancing an individual’s vital life force or “qi.” Acupuncture has long been used as an energy medicine therapy and to relieve pain, promote healing and enhance overall health; typically this therapy entails inserting thin needles into pressure points on the body.
By stimulating these points with various tools such as needles, cupping, laser light or manual pressure from an acupuncturist, it is believed that blocked energy flows are unblocked and their flow restored. TCM believes qi moves through pathways known as meridians which run along our bodies; when one becomes blocked illness can ensue.
For most people, acupuncture is a safe treatment with few side effects. While you may experience temporary achiness during a session, most patients report feeling deeply relaxed throughout. Acupuncture can be used to treat various conditions including chronic back and neck pain, asthma, arthritis, sinus issues, migraines, nausea caused by chemotherapy/surgery treatments as well as diarrhea/constipation issues/fatigue/emotional distress/stress.
Healing Touch
Healing touch practitioners use light touch, breathing techniques and body awareness meditations to influence a patient’s energy field and aid self-healing.
Practice of Therapeutic Touch for illness stems from the belief that illness disrupts the natural flow of energy through chakras in our bodies, leading to blockages in this flow and creating imbalance in their functioning. Therapeutic touch can be used to unblock energy flows and restore equilibrium.
Healing Touch sessions start by having the practitioner ground themselves and set an intention to stimulate the patient’s own innate healing capabilities. Once grounded, they place their hands above or on the patient’s body sequentially for up to 60 minutes – this may take several sessions before seeing results.
During a Healing Touch or simple touch session, a client lies fully clothed on a massage table or sits comfortably in a chair while being examined by their practitioner’s hands for any sensations or imbalances in their energy field. They then move their fingers over specific acupressure points which have been said to resonate with certain emotions or themes from life – this method relies on detailed descriptions of energy anatomy and flow and may be combined with complementary therapies such as Reiki. Patients reported three major themes from their experience of these interventions that encompass wholeness awareness presence – which all relate back to Rogerian Science concepts of wholeness awareness presence as outlined by Rogerian Science concepts of wholeness awareness presence.
Jin Shin Jyutsu
Jin Shin Jyutsu (pronounced jin-shin jits-so) is a Japanese form of acupressure that can unblock and balance energy pathways by applying gentle hand pressure at specific points on the body. It has proven particularly successful when treating intensive care patients who cannot undergo traditional therapies that require incision or deep tissue work.
Energy pathways of the body bring life and vitality to every cell and organ in our bodies, much like how a stone inhibits water in a stream, so when one of these pathways become congested – such as when stones block its flow – physical symptoms may appear such as pain, fatigue and illness; symptoms which may be localized or spread throughout our systems like dominoes. Jin Shin Jyutsu, developed by Mary Burmeister to clear these blocks and harmonize energy pathways to restore a sense of health and well-being in ourselves and our bodies.
Beth Lendrum is a certified Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner with practices in El Dorado Hills and Roseville. Additionally, she has training in Eastern nutrition, Chinese Medicine, massage therapy and essential oils – using her hands as “jumper cables” to revitalize and restore energy flows in clients, Beth is able to relieve their stress while returning them to natural vitality.
Medical Qigong
Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice combining movement, breath control, and meditation to cultivate and balance the flow of life force energy throughout the body. This approach incorporates concepts from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including its concepts of Yin and Yang; when these opposing forces become imbalanced they put us at risk of disease; through regular Qigong practice this balance can be maintained, ultimately aiding self-healing and overall well being.
Medical qigong practitioners develop the skill of sensing energy flows within themselves and between themselves and nature, and developing the ability to sense any disruptions or disbalance in this natural force – often before it manifests physically or is even detected on medical exams. By understanding their bodies better than before illness strikes or becomes detectable through physical means or tests – Medical Qigong practitioners can often stop its progression altogether and prevent future illness before it even appears on a medical exam.
Acupuncturists employ an energy healing technique known as “qi gong” when inserting needles into the body, and Chinese massage, known as tuina (“twee-na”) to influence qi therapeutically. Practitioners of medical qigong must engage in years of self-practice to create enough reserves and emit them therapeutically when treating others – it’s one of four branches of TCM that’s considered one of its most potent forms.
Pranic Healing
Pranic healing is a non-touch complementary therapy developed to accelerate the body’s natural healing capacities. Based on the fundamental principle that life force energy (known as prana in Sanskrit or Chi in Chinese and Ki in Japanese) flows freely throughout our bodies for overall physical and emotional well-being; when this vital energy becomes blocked or depleted illness and disease may arise.
As with acupuncture and Healing Touch, practitioners use hands held 2-6 inches away from the patient’s skin to scan their energy field and detect any areas where congestion has formed. When identified, practitioners use “cycling” to clear away these blocks in their energetic system and facilitate natural healing processes.
Pranic Healing takes a more systematic approach than Reiki in clearing away negative energy and invigorating the body with new life force energy, thus helping push out any stagnant old energies that have built up over time. While practitioners trained in Pranic Healing may experience side effects like headaches or fatigue during sessions, experienced Pranic healers will follow specific protocols designed to minimize such adverse side effects to ensure safe and successful sessions.
Reconnective Healing
Reconnective healing is an energy technique that uses new frequencies to re-align your body’s energetic field, activating its natural ability to heal itself. Practitioners of Reconnective healing believe this reconnective process with universal energies will activate life force and restore balance across all dimensions of being.
Even though Reconnective Healing might sound like just another hoax, several scientific studies have proven its validity and produced changes measurable with modern equipment.
One study demonstrated how Reconnective Healing could significantly increase range of motion for those suffering from frozen shoulder and other conditions that limit movement. Furthermore, another showed how it could decrease stress levels and promote emotional well-being by lowering blood pressure and heart rate.
Studies have also demonstrated how Reconnective Healing can enhance cognitive function, leading to improved decision-making and clearer thought processes. Some clients have reported experiencing spiritual growth as well as an enhanced sense of purpose and connection with the universe after participating in a Reconnective Healing session; one remarkable experiment demonstrated its effects on plants as well.
