As a shamanic practitioner trained in energy healing, plants, and purpose... I see it both ways... I get a lot of clients who come to me for emotional healing, but they're also suffering from physical ailments.
I also get a lot of clients who come to me for healing physical ailments, but they're suffering from a lot of emotional distress, grief, and trauma, too...
Whatever their original reason to reach out and begin their healing journey, it ultimately leads to a whole-person transformation.
One thing I notice is that nearly everyone completely ignores one of the easiest health healers we have, Omega-3 fats! They support our physical health and mood/mental-emotional health!!
If your liver is in good enough shape to digest fats... you're gonna love this simple health boost!
[If the liver needs more support... drink dandelion tea while reading ;D and consider emotional-spiritual issues with anger, blame, resentment, and bitterness.]
Your radical transformation awaits!
Your radical transformation awaits!
The 5 Firefighter-Foods that Extinguish the Flames of Inflammation are from
Plants' Omega-3 Fatty Acids that Break Down into EPA/DHEA which = Anti-Inflammation!
The Omega-3 Pathway:
Plant sources provide ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), a precruser to:
- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
- DHEA (docosahexaenoic acid)
These break down into resolvins, protectins, and maresins - compounds that:
- Stop runaway inflammation
- Support the healing of tissues
- Protect the brain and heart
- Lower risk of Cancer, Diabetes, Depression & Dementia
So... who are your Five Omega-3 Champions?
Chia seeds (chia seed pudding above)
Flaxseeds
Algae
Hemp seeds
Walnuts
Why are plants a healthier choice than animal-based foods?
Animal Fats break down into Arachidonic Acid, which creates inflammation in the body.
What is Arachidonic Acid?
- A polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid found in meat, eggs, and dairy
- It's pro-inflammatory - meaning it triggers the body's immune response
- Some inflammation is needed (for healing injuries), but excessive arachidonic acid = chronic inflammation!
The Inflammatory Cascade:
1. Animal fats are rich in linoleic acid (omega-6) and arachidonic acid.
2. These get converted into pro-inflammatory eicosanoids (like prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and thromboxanes).
3. These fuel health conditions such as:
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Arthritis
- Autoimmune disorders
- Asthma
- Cancer
- Chronic pain
- Chronic fatigue
- Cognitive decline
- Depression
My mom and all my grandparents died from these conditions over 30 years ago!
I wish my mom had found Dr. Dean Ornish or Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn back in the 80's... but I digress... back to our life-saving topic of Omega-3s at hand...
The Problem with Arachidonic Acid (as if the health conditions above weren't enough):
Modern Western diets, often referred to as the Standard American Diet (SAD), are heavily skewed toward omega-6 fats (20:1 ratio or higher).
This imbalance amplifies inflammation and blocks omega-3 pathways!
Evidence shows that a low-fat, whole food, plant-based diet is the healthiest diet worldwide for preventing and reversing disease and increasing our HEALTHFUL lifespan.
If you love to read as much as I do, if you're into spirituality and health as much as I am... well, have I got a treat for you! I put together a beloved reading list! Just click that blue link below and enjoy your lovely freebie!
Choosing a plant-based, non-violent lifestyle is a path toward harmonious coexistence; it ceases harm to all animals while cultivating health and freedom for all sentient beings.
I'll be writing a whole series about natural health, diet, and key links to chronic disease that are EASILY avoidable, such as TMAO, AGEs, Heme Iron, Acids and Urea, Endothelial cell damage, and so much more!
90% or more of chronic diseases can be prevented or reversed with just diet alone, before even adding in herbal medicines or other lifestyle factors!
If you're ready to heal body-mind-Soul-Purpose... I'm here for you!
I offer free consultations to work with me in-person or remotely.
Simply call, text: 480-259-7140 or email: Theresa@11thHourShaman.com