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Are Ionic Foot Baths Good For a Detox?

March 16, 2012

Ionic foot baths have been around for some time now and it seems people are definitely divided into two camps – the ones who think they’re great and the ones who think they’re a huge scam. so what’s the deal here? obviously we need to find out more.

What exactly is an ionic foot bath, I can hear you ask? Well if you can think of those foot spas you can buy at stores like Wal-Mart – you put water in them, plug them in and put your feet in for a luxurious soak and a massage as well. Well, an ionic foot bath does look similar to that but there’s a cable with a apparatus at the end which you insert into the water. this gives off the negative ions which run through the water (and your feet because they’re IN the water).

These ions gently draw out built-up toxins in your body and you will find that the clear water now turns mid to dark green or brown, often with specs in it. there is a whole chart of what exactly the colors, etc. mean – i.e. which toxins have been expelled. For example a person who smokes, or has smoked, will be releasing different toxins to someone who hasn’t smoked. even heavy metals have been drawn out from the body into the water. you soak your feet for up to half an hour and you’re done. once isn’t enough though, and many people go through a series of these treatments until their body is ‘clean’.

You can sign up for one treatment or a whole series. Natural health practitioners often have them, so do health clinics. even a professional doing one therapy – like a reflexologist or a massage therapist, may offer an ionic foot bath treatment as well. you can, of course, buy the footbath yourself. they cost between $500 to well over $1000 depending on what the machine offers. there are lots of websites that offer them so you can easily find out on the internet.

However, there is a lot of controversy about them and some people think they are total scams, robbing people of their money. I had a treatment at a trade show so I was lucky enough to see other people’s results as well. Of course, not everyone had the same color water at the end of the session, but then that seems obvious. if someone is on toxic overload, it would be easy to see that their water would be a different color than say a health conscious vegetarian. there is a chart explaining the different colors, sediment and flecks in the water – whether it is from heavy metal, detox material from joints, liver, gallbladder, from tobacco, etc. etc. I was impressed with the procedure.

I would definitely suggest that you do your own research and make up your own mind. you can find lots of information and products on the internet and it will help you decide what truth is about ionic foot baths. you can also visit facilities that offer this procedure and talk to the people concerned. there are lots of options.

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Usage of Mudoku Detox Foot Pads

December 29, 2011

Foot pads which are meant for detoxification are a good option if you want to get rid of toxins from your body. Detoxifying foot pads work like the roots of the trees which soak water from the soil and cleanse it for its own use. The same method is applicable for detox pads meant for foot. they are placed in the acupuncture points of the feet and from there they soak the toxins inside the body thus detoxifying your body. there are different types of detox pads meant for foot available in the market.

The pads made by mudoku, like many other detoxifying pads, are made in Japan. if you want to know the ingredients that the Mudoku detox foot pads are made of then you can look at the back of the pack or search the net. Detoxifying pads work really well when used regularly. they will not only detoxify the system but also give you other benefits. Regular usage of detoxifying pads will increase the metabolism rate of your body, increase your energy level, reduce stress and tiredness, and reduce your body weight making you feel better and healthier.

If you do not know how to use the pads do not worry. It is very simple. You just have to wash your feet thoroughly and dry them out completely. After that you have to simply take out a detoxifying foot pad and attach it to your foot. when you have finished attaching the pad in one foot take out another pad and attach it on the other foot. For maximum result you should put on the detoxifying pads for 8 hours. You should use the detoxifying pads during the night. so that when you wake up in the morning you can throw them off. do not be scared if you see some reddish brown deposit on your pads. if you see such deposits that only means the pads have worked. The deposits will be deeper in the first few days after which they will become lighter.

If you are curious that whether the application of these detox foot pads hurt or not then I am assuring you that they do no hurt even a little bit.

You can buy Mudoku detox foot pads or Kinoki cleansing detoxifying foot pads online. A box of detox pads generally cost around $15 and they contain around 12 pads.

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The Globe and Mail

December 18, 2011

Welcome aboard Collected Wisdom Airlines. If you look out the window, you’ll see that we are flying through a humungous thunderstorm. But don’t worry, this state-of-the-art, coal-powered Stratocruiser is completely sa …

THE QUESTION

How are aircraft protected from lightning strikes? Hector McNeill of Lindsay, Ont. (a nervous flier) wants to know.

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THE ANSWER

Lightning strikes on commercial aircraft are rare and generally harmless, writes Michael Lennick of Toronto, writer-director of the Discovery Channel series Rocket Science. however, under certain conditions, lightning strikes can be dangerous, and aircraft travelling through U.S. airspace are required to have static-discharge wicks to minimize any damage.

“The outer skin of most airplanes is made of aluminum,” he says, “a very good conductor of electricity. Thus a variety of conditions, from flying through storm clouds to simple air friction, can cause static charges to build up on the outer surface of the aircraft.”

Discharge wicks were first introduced in 1945, Mr. Lennick adds, and are designed to provide a continuous low-resistance path from the aircraft to the surrounding air. (On most commercial jets, they’re the thin rods you can spot extending from the main wings’ trailing edges.)

“While the wicks won’t prevent lightning strikes, they’ll direct the charge to travel along the outer body of the craft and dissipate in the atmosphere. because the most powerful lightning strikes tend to seek ground, an ungrounded aircraft, with its exterior surface well insulated from its interior, is not generally in danger, although there have been exceptions.”

Perhaps the most famous lightning strike came during the U.S. moon landings when Apollo 12 launched during a downpour on Nov. 14, 1969. “Less than a minute into the flight, lightning twice struck the rapidly ascending rocket, riding the Saturn V’s ionized exhaust plume all the way down to ground itself on the launch tower. The charge overloaded the command module’s main power and instrumentation, leaving the vehicle roaring toward orbit in near-darkness.”

After some initial confusion, lunar-module pilot Alan Bean flipped the necessary switch to bring the systems back on line. NASA never again tried launching during a thunderstorm.

THE QUESTION

Bill Barr of Edmonton wonders why headlights on many vehicles have three or four small bumps on them.

THE ANSWER

“Typically this is so the headlights can be aligned,” says Peter Clarkie of Ottawa. The bumps fit into a machine, “and the mechanic is informed by computer which adjusting screws need to be advanced or retarded. This is a lot easier than the old way, where a car was placed on level ground, at night, with the lights pointed at a garage door 30 feet away. The mechanic would then aim the lights by hand until the pattern on the door looked good.”

HELP WANTED

  • “When I take a bath, the parts of my body above the water sweat,” writes Alain Gingras of Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette, que. “What about the parts in the water? Do they sweat? If not, why not?”
  • Robert Findlay of Toronto asks: If black and grey squirrels are from the same family, why aren’t their numbers approximately the same? The black squirrels always seem to be in the majority.
  • Why are beer cans 355 millilitres but beer bottles only 341 millilitres? Mike Maher of Montreal wants to know.

Let’s hear from you: If you have the answer to one of these questions (or want to pose a question yourself) send an e-mail to wisdom@globeandmail.com. Please include your name, location and a daytime phone number.

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Losing Weight – Four Expert Advices

September 17, 2011

1- Drink lots of water and other beverages without calories

People sometimes confuse thirst and hunger. this can lead to taking unnecessary calories while a good glass of ice water would correspond to the need.

If you do not like water, Cynthia Sass of the American Dietetic Association suggests adding ice and lemon or prepare teas flavored with fruit, for example, have lots of flavor and no calories.

2 – Focusing on what can be added to the diet rather than on what should be eliminated

Start by focusing on 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables that is recommended to take daily is worthwhile because it provides the fiber necessary and leads to feel more satisfied because of the volume of these foods, says Chief Laura Pansiero. And that’s not counting their profits to health are clear.

To succeed in increasing the number of servings, it suggests to prepare dishes of vegetables as a meal rather than simply serve as great company. it proposes to take advantage of seasonal vegetables to casserole, rissotos, pilaf, soups, etc..

3 – Wondering if we are really hungry

When you feel like eating, look for physical signs of hunger, suggests Michelle may, author of Am I Hungry?

Having the habit of taking reasonable portions helps to better identify the sensations of hunger and satiety.

4 – Choose carefully the evening snacks

Eating automatically occurs often in the evening, when tasks are completed and you sit down to relax.

Sit in front of the TV with a bag of crisps or biscuits is one example of when you eat not by hunger but out of habit, says Malena Perdomo of the American Dietetic Association.

It recommends closing the kitchen after a certain time or afford a low calorie snack like a packet of biscuits to 100 calories or half a cup of low fat ice cream.

Once accustomed to feel satisfied with the low-calorie snack, try replacing it with a calorie-free tea, she suggests.

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Inexpensive Hot Tubs – Champagne Taste on a Beer Income.

September 13, 2011

Have you ever thought of owning a hot tub but just couldn’t justify that big ticket price? Well friend, I’m here to tell you of one of those deals that sounds too good to be true but actually is

I work and struggle from paycheck to paycheck just like you do and so some of the amenities of life just don’t fit in the old budget. or so I thought. Yep, that’s right, you can have champagne taste on a beer income.

Recently I was grazing the web looking for a good deal on a hot tub. I work as an emergency room nurse and my days are long (12 hrs a day). Like everyone else in the rat race, I get tired and so do these old tired aching bones of mine. Although I am able to retire in the next 6 years, I still have to work until then and put up with my body’s aches and pains.

Enter the Portable Spa. That’s right, a portable spa. now at first I thought just like you are now, Oh sure, a portable spa. what is it an inflatable pool? Yes, I too was skeptable until I took a close look at the product. its called the 6 foot SPA-N-A-Box and it will seat 4 or 5 people. its really quite nice.
(spa-box.com/catalog/shopping/6_Foot_Simulated_Wood_Spa-N-A-Box)

Now a little about the price. most of the spa’s I looked at started at a mere $2,500 and went skyrocketing up from there. but not this little beauty. it was a mere $1,200.00. And yes, I was skeptable but the fact is, I bought it and it’s a gem

This has to be one of the best kept secrets around. it assembles in about an hour and works, feels and functions just like the big expensive Spa’s. it has many of the same features as the more expensive ones except that you have to assemble it and its portable. I couldn’t be more satisfied with my decision and Spa if I had purchased a big expensive one.

It has 100 plus jets, runs on a 110 outlet just like your toaster, it stands about 30 inches off the ground and is virtually maintenance free. Simulated Wood, spa, with all of the beauty and design of real wood, without the necessary upkeep. The 6 Foot Simulated Wood Spa-N-A-Box features side panels manufactured by incorporating a state of the art silk screening process.

This is a must for those of us who would like to own one but just can’t afford the big store prices. Do yourself and your significant other a huge favor and check out the link at the beginning of this article and start enjoying life like the other half does.

Let me know what you think of your new spa when you get it and set it up, I’d love to hear from you.

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Ionic Footbath Features Body Detox System

September 3, 2011

Do your feet ache and throb? are you prone to aching legs and are you often experiencing fatigue? do you often find yourself needing a nap in the middle of the afternoon? Is your pick me up cup of coffee becoming less effective?

If you answered yes, then this can be addressed through foot therapy that can be done on the privacy of your very own home and in the luxury of your own created serenity; there is no need to pay for a foot massage or to go through a food detox. You can use your own ionic detox foot bath and get amazing health results right at home. in addition to fatigue, if you are experiencing pain in your body or have been diagnosed with a debilitating or painful disease then a foot bath can help to bring ease to pain that you may be experiencing.

There are impressive scientific studies that show the power of the foot. Each foot acts as a channel or a conduit, as believed in reflexology, and through this conduit the body is able to eliminate toxic wastes and unhealthy metals that may have bonded themselves to cells within the body over the years through exposure to various chemicals and foods. the correct frequency can be reestablished in the feet through an ionic foot treatment. the detoxification therapeutic procedure of a ionic footbath can enhance all other therapies and can increase overall results achieved.

The hydrotherapy detox foot bath uses stainless steel electrodes that send energy into the body and the cells. A body cleanse or detox is one of the best ways to increase energy levels, remove toxins, radiation and chemicals from the body, and also to remove any foreign materials that may be trapped under the skin layers that could be slowing the body’s ability to eliminate it. the foot bath is an effective tool that can be used to restore the balances in the body and to enhance cellular health.

Testimonies of those who have used the Ionic footbath include those who have shared their joy at reduced inflammation, improved memory, a strengthened immune system, relief from pain including headaches, gout and arthritis pain and discomfort. Removing toxins from your body is so easy with an ionic footbath. your body and mind is able to be rejuvenated by removing toxins that have been trapped within the cells in your body. Through the hydrotherapy sessions the toxins are released and are able to be eliminated naturally through tears, sweat and through the natural waste removal processes of the body. Users of the detox foot bath recognize a greater feeling of well being.

You can utilize the ionic technology therapy in the privacy of your own home. the massage feels great as your body is rejuvenated and restored. create your atmosphere of peace, set up your candles and turn on the music and have your very own private therapy right in your own home. You can enjoy the technology of science in serenity and peace and experience the rebalancing of your system through the conduits or channels of your feet. this is a key reflexology foundation that is bringing many people the relief that they need from a variety of illnesses and discomforts.

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Types of Foot Detox

September 2, 2011

Foot detox is a relatively new method of detoxification, which absorbs the toxins through the feet. There are several other forms of detoxification available, but many are choosing to cleanse with using detox foot options, as it is a more convenient solution. Find out the different types of foot detox available so you can choose one that you are comfortable with and one where you will obtain all the benefits of cleansing.

Detoxification through the feet has actually been done for thousands of years in Japanese and Chinese cultures. this was known by the acupuncture technique where points in the feet are believed to be connected to various parts of the body. this way, with stimulating the points in the feet, any sickness in the corresponding body part will be treated. Over 60 points in the feet are linked to different organs in the body.

Other than acupuncture, using foot spas are one of the types of detox that can be done using the feet. to do this method at home, you will need to use a foot spa machine. fill it up with water and switch it on to start the detox. you will notice the water turning a murky color, which is meant to be the toxins that are being removed from the body. the more toxins in your system, the darker the color will be.

Detox foot patches are another option you have to cleanse. Many love this method because it is so easy to do and doesn’t take up any time as well. Simply apply the patches to the soles of your feet before going to bed and it will absorb the toxins from your body. When you wake up the next day, you will notice the patches have turned a dark color, which are the wastes removed. this method is perfect for those who have busy schedules as they can still cleanse and stay healthy with using patches.

When going through detoxification with using foot detox, you can expect that most of the toxins in your body are eliminated. the best part is, it is so convenient to do so you can cleanse without exerting much effort. with cleansing through the feet, you are able to reach all the organs in your body to ensure that you are toxin free and that your body maintains a healthy state.

Know that you know the types of foot detox available, choose which one you are most comfortable with doing. Best to do more research as well so you can be sure that this is the best way for you to cleanse and be free of toxins.

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Girls Poll: Would do you think about this service?

August 29, 2011

Girls if you lived in the area, would you pay for my guy friends foot massage/pedicure spa service? hes a young guy trying to do a creative job for the summer since times are tough. hes got everything set up in a extra room(storage/workoutroom) at his apartment, hes not gay or a creeper lol, just likes making girls feel empowered and sexy. his foot massages are like sex, and does a good job on toes. service would be 5-8$ cheap but good hook

and the service would be a foot soak/bath 35/40 minute foot massage topped with a pedi.

so what you think, would you add and maybe book him? will advertise through twitter/myspace/facebook and have pics of him and the setup of course, thanks.

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Anybody have Homedics foot spa?

August 20, 2011

Do you like it? How does it work? what kind of bath salts do you use?

I have it. It works good, but it does have to be plugged in and water does kind of spit on the floor all around it while using it. so, unfortunately, you have to plug it in by the sink in the bathroom and sit on the toilet or side of the tub to use it without getting water everywhere. I use any type of foot soak or Neutrugena Body Oil.

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What Were They Thinking? The Cautionary Tale Of Kinoki's Snake-Oil Ad Tactics

August 14, 2011

How could anyone forget these (although you probably wish you could…)? In the late 2000s, Kinoki bombarded us with relentless television ads and Internet pitches for adhesive foot pads it claimed would remove harmful toxins from your body overnight. the product was so popular that it even made the semi-legitimizing leap to the shelves of Bed, Bath & Beyond. (For what it’s worth, they’re still around, though at a dramatic markdown from their original price of $19.99.) 

Where they went Wrong

The company made some incredible health claims with no scientific backup, although they claimed in the ads they had the proof…a big no-no in the world of the FTC. This magical detox system promised consumers that its “ancient Japanese secret to perfect health” could cure arthritis, cellulite, depression, diabetes, headaches, and insomnia, as well as remove toxins, heavy metals, and other chemicals from the body. Wow, now that is one amazing product. I wonder if it also mops the floor and boosts your IQ? 

Kinoki showed the foot pads “working” in the commercial when the footpads turned brown overnight, though, right? Total flim-flammery. Independent testing showed that the powder in the footpads would darken when it came in contact with any moisture, whether from sweaty feet or pouring plain old tap water on it. A comedic takedown on NPR, where the reporter subjected the “gray, slimy” used foot pads to scientific testing and proved they were a bust, didn’t do Kinoki any favors (and the report added insult to injury by declaring that Kinoki pads “really, really stink”). the product doesn’t even pass the sniff test–excuse the pun–of logic: Scientifically, the only proven way to remove toxins from our bodies is through the liver and kidneys, not your feet. 

Lying is never a smart marketing approach, but sales for Kinoki totaled a whopping $14.5 million–which it was court-ordered to pay back–before the FTC ban. Americans tend to be romantic dreamers who want to believe there are beneficial secrets from the older, often foreign civilizations. you may remember a few other products that used their ancient “secret” as a marketing tactic, including the very early days of Oil of Olay, as well as Calgon Water Softener Laundry Detergent, and Tiger Balm.

As globalization becomes more prevalent, we will no doubt hear the words “ancent Chinese/Japanese secret” again and again. hopefully, as consumers, we will be a little smarter and do a little more homework before parting with our hard-earned money.

If you develop a product based on deceit and blatant lies, there is not much hope for keeping it on the market. Sooner or later either the consumer will call you out, or the government will intervene. As marketers, we should always tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about what our product is, what it will do, and how and why it works. Consumers demand (and deserve) honest, authentic products to meet their needs and wants. only products based on true consumer insights backed with benefit claims based on solid research or scientific evidence won’t end up banned, in the bargain bin, or both.

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