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A24 HEALTH
Wednesday 9 May 2018

Largest Organ

from growing, including skin cancer. Vitamin likely to benefit from increased fertility and sex
D is a powerful antioxidant that can help pro- drive.
tect us from premature aging and degenera- An important part of balancing your body’s en-
tive diseases. The safest way to obtain vitamin ergy flow is to detoxify the colon, remove heavy
D is through appropriate sun exposure. The key metals, and stop eating incorrectly for your
word here is “appropriate”. You should never metabolic type – the three factors that pro-
allow yourself to get sunburned. duce unwanted pro-inflammatory reactions in
Sunburn is caused by too much exposure to ul- the body. Inflammatory reactions in your body
traviolet light is not healthy and leads to prema- show up on your skin as acne, white yeast spots,
ture aging, wrinkling skin and skin cancer. This hives, or psoriasis.
can be from the sun, sunlamps or even from Acne is a disease of Western civilization and col-
some workplace light sources such as welding league medical anthropologists report that the
arcs. Signs of sunburn are skin that is: red, swol- condition was virtually nonexistent in non-west-
len, painful, and sometimes blistered. Chills, fe- ernized societies, where refined carbohydrates
ver, nausea and vomiting can occur if the sun- and sugar were rarely eaten. For instance, in
burn covers a lot of your body and is severe. one study that looked at acne cases in islanders
The risk for sunburn is higher for persons with of Papua New Guinea and hunter-gatherers of
fair skin, blue eyes and red or blond hair. What Paraguay, no acne cases were found in either
By: Dr Carlos Viana many people do not know is that taking some group. The findings are consistent with what we
medications including sulfa drugs, some antibi-
see in our grass- roots clinic the significant role of
otics, some water pills and even over-the-coun- environmental factors, such as diet and vitamin
It is no secret that we look good when we feel ter antihistamines greatly increase your chanc- deficiencies in acne. Unfortunately, poor food
good and are full of sexual energy that largely es of getting sunburned. quality, including genetically modified foods
defines our health, charisma and vitality. As your Being careful about not getting sunburned is (GMO) are spreading worldwide and causing
body’s largest organ young and fair looking skin good; however, constant use of sunscreen is not increased health problems.
quickly presents your health and vitality. Obvi- a good way to limit your sun exposure either. Erroneously, conventional allopathic medicine
ously the person who said “Beauty is just skin That is because it is a toxic chemical that can attempts to treat acne with antibiotics or topi-
deep” knows very little about good medicine. cause problems in your system and increase cal creams that can be especially problematic
Companies that produce skin care products your risk of disease. Here in Aruba the worse because, the drug may kill the good bacteria
would like you to believe that a beautiful com- time to be out in the sun is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. along with the bad. Drinking sufficient water
plexion is purchased from a jar. Afraid not! Truly During these hours, if you have to go out in the (1lt/qt. per 30kg/60lbs of weight) and limiting
radiant, moist and blemish-free skin is a result of sun you can use your clothing to block the sun’s grains and milk products is an integral step to-
being clean, not just skin deep, but from deep rays during your exposure time with the use of ward optimizing your skin and overall health. The
within. hats and long sleeve shirts and pants or simply more we study the influence of grains and milk
Having clean blood that continuously supplies stay in the shade once you have reached your products, and their secondary consequences
wonderful nutrients right to the doorway of each safe dose. on insulin, the more we will find that their per-
and every cell in your body is the way of having Acupuncture procedures used to help the skin vasive influences touch nearly every aspect of
beautiful skin. Unfortunately, keeping toxins out are drawn from Chinese texts that have been in our health.
of your blood and organs is difficult because existence for thousands of years. As a Tradition- Cleansing the colon with a colonic done by a
we live in an environment full of chemicals and al Chinese Medicine physician I take a whole- professional is a good way to get re-hydrated
drugs, and eat mostly refined foods. body approach that produces more youthful and clean the body. The cleansing shows in
If your goal is healthy skin, you have to make and toned skin without the use of drugs or sur- glowing skin. Supplementing with Zinc helps
a conscious effort to cleanse these dangerous gery. It works remarkably well on the face and clear up acne.
substances out of your body while putting in abdomen. Get The Point! We help restore healthy bodies
the finest nutrients. The good news is that your Since acupuncture is based on the idea that so that inner beauty and balance reflect on
body is constantly in a cleansing mode and will optimal health is achieved when the body’s the outside. Like other health issues, there is no
push out toxins as long as you supply it with the systems are in balance, there are other benefits “magic solution” that is to be found in a bottle
energy to do so. The organs responsible for pro- as well. For example, women who choose fa- of pills. A combination of cleansing, replenish-
viding you with beautiful skin include: your liver, cial acupuncture can expect reduced depres- ing and protecting the body along with good
kidneys, adrenals, thyroid, and large intestines. sion and less anxiety, better digestion and sleep lifestyle can achieve truly radiant, blemish-free
Contrary to popular belief, exposing skin to cycles, and fewer hot flashes and night sweats. skin. Want a healthy you from the inside out?
moderate sunshine may stop certain cancers Those who opt for abdominal acupuncture are Call for an appointment.q