heart Solutions

Victoria Goldie Amira RDH

Inflammation seems to have taken center stage as one of the leading contributing factors to a variety of systemic diseases and conditions including ulcers, diabetes, strokes, low birth weight, forms of cancer and arthritis and, of course, many forms of heart disease.  One of the core causes of inflammation caused diseases is the presence of gingivitis, inflamed and bleeding gums.  We’d like to declare the emphatic declaration “Floss or Die” though we can safely say that daily flossing and multiple applications of dry brushing can truthfully add many quality years to your life. The AMA and ADA has stated that we DO NOT have to use pre-med before a dental cleaning (Prophylaxis) with antibiotics if you currently have been diagnosed with a heart murmur or mitro valve prolapsed (MVP). Bacterial Endocarditis was blamed on the result of not taking a pre-med which could  cause the oral bacteria to infect and destroy the valves of the heart.  The current belief is that the efficacy of preventing Endocarditis is questionable compared to the risk of creating super-germs with overuse or reactions to the antibiotics.  Personally, I’ve seen what Endocarditis can do (it is believed to have caused the death of Jim Hansen of Muppets fame). The debilitating affect can be life threatening and can create the need for a complete valve replacement.  Contact your Cardiologist and discuss your particular needs.

Other key indicators of heart health are being aware of fluctuations in the levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, homocysteine and oxidant strength, which can be supported with nutritional supplements and herbs like Body Wise. bodywise.com

An increase of the C-reactive protein (CRP), a liver produced protein, rises sharply when there is inflammation present and can create cardiovascular risk creating plaque rupture and clotting.  Arrhythmia, or irregular heart beats (not the heart throb genre) can also be due to inflammation.  .

The Great news is that despite the gene pool from your sweet Aunt Celia, which only affects 25% of your genetic disposition, you can change your own odds with BEHAVIOR, daily CHOICES, EMOTIONAL HEALTH and LIFESTYLE.

Restful SLEEP is essential to rebuild your cells.  Nothing functions well without your required rest. I know, we’ll sleep well in our next life but let’s live in the NOW.  YOU NEED SLEEP!

EAT CONSCIOUSLY - Commit to a healthy Dietary regime including a balanced low-fat, high fiber diet.  Eat low-calorie snacks and eat 5-6 small meals daily. Include flavinoids and antioxidants naturally like cranberries, red grapes, tomatoes, onions, use olive oil, garlic. Magnesium rich foods include whole grain breads and cereals, soy, lima beans, avocados, beets, raisins, spinach and cashews. Now for a nice treat have a piece of DARK Chocolate.  Write down everything you eat for the next 48 hours.  Reduce portions by eating off a small plate.

Drink WATER half your weight in Ounces daily as a minimum. If you weigh 140 lbs drink at least 70 ounces of water. You ARE WATER. Kangen Alkaline water is very effective. Contact Suzi Kosher at dbsvegas@earthlink.net.  Diseases are held to a minimum with an alkaline body Ph level.

Eat 5-6 servings of VEGATABLES daily.  Include the antioxidants of the green leafy family and meal plan especially if you are preparing for one.  Eating RAW has a cleansing and effective healing experience for type A and AB Blood Types.  

Eat Right 4 Your Type by Dr. Peter J. D’Adamo classifies the 4 main blood types:

BRUSH and FLOSS daily, get your teeth cleaned every 90 days and checked yearly.  Have an oral cancer check.  Your LIFE depends on it. Call Goldie Amira RDH at Dr. Hale and Dr. Downey’s office at 702-871-4903 for a comprehensive oral exam and cleaning.

GET PHYSICAL everyday for 30 minutes. Stretch every day, walk your dog, swim, dance around the house, rebound, run, make love (fabulous for the heart, immune system and endocrine system) jump rope, Pilates, Martial Arts, hula hoop,

Yoga with Anna Thea 702-306-3984,

Belly Dance with Goldie 702-616-4900,  

Core train with Tracy Truran, (Tru Power Fitness) 702-219-3205 and even hula hoop! Change it up, make it fun.

Write in your JOURNAL what you did for movement today and commit to tomorrow.

MEDITATE – Breath in Light for 4 counts.  Feel it expand for 4 counts. Release the “schmoo” for 4 counts through your mouth. Hold for 4 counts and repeat the 4,4,4,4.   Simple & Effective.  Light a candle, find a little sanctuary or space to just BREATH and reflect.  Set a space for Gratitude and whisper sweet thoughts to yourself and go deep into the CORE of your core. Weekly Meditation classes are available call 702-595-8675.

SUPPLEMENTS Take your nutritional supplements six days a week and rest one day.

Call for a free nutritional profile 702-595-8675. goldiehoppe@cox.net

Studies have shown nutritional and herbal supplements taken during the AM create energy and focus. Trace minerals consumed in the evening to assists in sleeping and bone re-mineralizaton. This will fortify the body’s ability to maintain a healthy heart, support circulation and healthy blood vessels. Other specific heart healthy nutrients include:

COEnzyme Q10+- strengthens the heart muscle, a strong antioxidant for healthy gums, and protects the body’s cells.

Omega 3,6, 9 – essential fatty acids, fish oils for heart and brain health

Niacin (CaridioWise) – maintain heart muscle function, healthy homocysteine levels and heart circulation and lower blood pressure.  Watch out for that Flush with a 81mg aspirin.

Other heart healthy herbs and supplements include, folic acid, B12, B5, B6, D, D-Ribose and Red Yeast Rice. Not all supplements are created equal, get pharmaceutical grade.

TAKE ACTION FOR WHAT MAKES YOUR HEART SING- Dance, sing, take art classes, learn piano, yoga, be in a local musical or play, VOLUNTEER for your community, focus out - away from your woes, check into a spa with a friend, hike Red Rock, mentor a child, video cam your family and friends, read a fun novel (take a break from self-help books) take a cooking class, have a gathering, fall in love….with YOURSELF.  Write to us and let us know what YOU did for your heart this month.