Drinking carrot, apple, sugar beet juices help make skin radiant

By Cory Quirino
Philippine Daily Inquirer
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MANY PSYCHOTHERAPISTS believe that “disconnectedness” exists within individuals—the reason despair, depression, anxiety-driven diseases abound. Separation is based on the person’s inability to attain harmony of body, mind and spirit. Enter the realm of wellness. If you find yourself feeling low, empty, directionless, it’s time to do something about it now. You could adopt the following:

1. Change the way you look at things. A therapist could put your problems in perspective.

2. Seek spiritual guidance. Have a chat with your pastor or priest.

3. Make an appointment with yourself. This is a must for busy people. Set aside some time to be with yourself—your thoughts, hopes and dreams.

4. Quiet your mind by simplifying your life. One of the simplest ways to achieve this is to do one practical exercise at home—clear up your closet. When you remove the old and superficial and material things, a psychological effect takes place. Better yet, give your excess belongings to charity. It works wonders on your sense of self-worth.

5. Try the mind-body therapy.

Qigong power

Everyone has heard about Qi, the vital energy or life force (“ki” in Japanese, “prana” in Indian). The ancient practice is the exchange of energy between people and nature which through breathing and movement ensures relaxation and good health. Ana, a 30-year-old entrepreneur, battled depression for three years. While medication and counseling helped, she was in need of a more compelling change in her life. She found Master Li Jun Feng and Sheng Ghen Qigong. This teacher who is considered one of the true masters of Qigong is the principal teacher of a special form of Chinese yoga. A former martial arts film director and star and Beijing wrestler team coach, he has perfected a technique to nourish the body, calm the mind and uplift the spirit.

The system is a series of moving and non-moving meditation with the primary purpose of enabling practitioners to return to the natural state of balance and experience bliss. These days, Ana is in peak condition and has since banished the blues. Public demand has brought back Master Li through the workshop “Awakening of the Soul, Unconditional Love Qigong.” It will be held March 27-28, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at Ateneo University. Call 0920-9081354/0928-5552959; visit www.shengzhen.org.

Beauty regimen

Here’s a sure-fire way to bring radiance to skin.

1. Drink carrot-apple and carrot-sugar beet juice daily for five days.

2. Cut back on all forms of sweets—especially at night.

3. Sweat it out daily through any form of exercise.

4. Sleep by 10:30 p.m. nightly.

5. Drink one sachet of Hyaluron & Collagen from Japan before bedtime. If taken for 10-14 days, one will have healthy skin. It contains Hyaluronic Acid, fish collagen, peptide, Vitamin C and soy lecithin—a super combination that naturally lifts the face and restores its glow. Call World of Wellness at 723-3878, V-Mall; 332-3864, SM Fairview.

Today’s affirmation: “I glow more brightly everyday.”

Love and light!