As I sit here wiggling in my chair, trying to find a comfortable spot where my various pinched nerves and herniated discs (!!!) in my spine are less aggravated, I realized just how much I have been relying on more natural methods and traditional methods of healing, as conventional methods that worked in the past are no longer applicable to me. Having gone through many x-rays, MRI's and prescribed pain pills over the years, I know what is causing the main source of discomfort. However, as lifestyle situations flunctuate; changes in eating habits and physical activity and just plain aging set in, my body now responds better and more readily to various forms of massage (shiatsu, Thai traditional,Chinese Jing Suina) for healing; chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture and incorporating daily exercise and more natural foods and some supplements into my daily diet, that helps to cleanse and detoxify the body, as well as encourage some weight loss. I have been told that one day I will probably need major spinal surgery; perhaps that can still be prevented by acting now as I have been and listening to my body tell me what I need to do to prevent further deterioration. I am fortunate that I am living in a country where many natural forms of healing are readily available and even encouraged/supported by regular medical practitioners; at least by those whom I have seen at hospitals and clinics. I am also an advocate for consumption of all kinds of tea, especially that of the Asian variety - oolong, jasmine, mugi, green tea and the like. Daily consumption of these teas improve your digestive system, complexion and overall energy level. I encourage anyone reading this to give it a try!
