What is your Liver telling you?

The Liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is situated on the right side, just under the diaphragm. There are many organs associated with the liver such as the stomach, bile ducts, gall bladder, right kidney and adrenal gland; and the oesophagus to name a few.

The liver has many varied functions such as metabolising proteins, fats and carbohydrates. The liver also has incredible storage capabilities.

Overall, our livers are metabolic powerhouses, responsible for many vital processes.

If we are prone to having excesses in our diet such as too much fat, sugar, alcohol or drugs (either prescribed or non-prescribed), then the liver will know it and react to it.

A major role of the liver is to detoxify, and it is very efficient at distinguishing what is toxic and what is good for us. So when the liver suffers we all know about it.

Stress or anxiety related disorders could leave our digestive systems feeling wrung out and depleted, as we are overstimulating the digestive tract and using the nutrients quicker than we can replenish them. Tiredness, headaches, nausea, poor absorption of nutrients and vitamins, pain, swelling or lack of energy may also indicate liver problems.

A “liver function” blood test, organised by your general practitioner could indicate if the liver has any areas that are not functioning properly.

If we are experiencing any liver issues, then it may be time to review any excesses in our lives.

Our bodies have many functions to help us combat disease and the natural healing processes of the body start working immediately when it detects a problem. Initially there may be no symptoms of an imbalance, as the physical signs are usually seen at the end of the process, not the beginning.

So be aware of how your liver is affecting you. It has a great influence on your health and general wellbeing.

Good health!!

Marita

REIKI 1 Course in August 2009

Places are still available for the Reiki 1 Course scheduled for Saturday 1st and Saturday 8th August 2009 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm.

Bookings:- Please contact Marita or fill in the online form to request a course outline. Please note places are limited and the courses run for two full days. One-on-one and group bookings are available.

Venue: Happy Being Yoga Studio, Level 1 136 Canterbury Road, Heathmont.
** Please note these courses are run independently of Happy Being yoga

Introduction to the Chakras Workshop

This workshop includes information about the chakras. What they are , how they work and which chakras relate to specific parts of the body. You will also discover many useful tools to work with when we experience an imbalance in our chakra systems.

Dates: Thursday 23rd and Thursday 30th July, 2009 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Please note:-This workshop runs over 2 evening sessions.

Cost: $62.00 + $16.00 for optional Chakra Meditation/Music CD

Bookings: For all bookings please contact Orana Neighbourhood House directly on 9801 1895. Venue is Orana Neighbourhood House, 62 Coleman Road, Wantirna South.

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