About Sinusitis (Excerpted from Eat Right 4 Your Type: The Complete Blood Type Encyclopedia)
Peter D'Adamo, ND, MIfHI
Many patients with recurring or chronic sinusitis have more than one factor that predisposes them to infection.
The primary function of the sinuses is to warm, moisten, and filter the air in the nasal cavity. They also play a role in our ability to vocalize certain sounds. Sinusitis, which is common in the winter, may last for months or years of inadequately treated. Although colds are the most common cause of acute sinusitis, people with allergies may also be predisposed to developing sinusitis. Allergies can trigger inflammation of the sinuses and nasal mucous linings. This inflammation prevents the sinus cavities from clearing out bacteria, and increases the chance of developing secondary bacterial sinusitis.
Structural problems in the nose – such as narrow drainage passages, tumors or polyps, or a deviated nasal septum (the wall between the left and right sides of the nose) – may be another cause of sinusitis. Surgery is sometimes needed to correct these problems. Many patients with recurring or chronic sinusitis have more than one factor that predisposes them to infection.
Blood group B and to a somewhat lesser extent, blood group O are most susceptible to sinusitis that is provoked by allergies.
Sinus Health Protocols:
Blood Groups A & AB
Stone Root (Collinsonia Canadensis), 200g: 1-2 capsules, twice daily
General Recommendations Usable By All Blood Groups
Vitamin C (from Acerola cherry or rose hips), 250mg: 1 capsule twice daily
Neti Pots, the natural way to keep your sinus passages clear and healthy
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon califonicum) tincture: 10-15 drops, twice daily in warm water
Anise essential oil (Pimpinella anisum): added to a nebulizer or vaporizer
Sustainability
Martha D'Adamo
“There's only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that's your own self. So you have to begin there, not outside, not on other people. That comes afterward, when you've worked on your own corner.” - Aldous Huxley
“It is necessary to cultivate our garden.” - Voltaire
For the past three weeks, the concept of sustainability has been ever present in my life. Our local farmers’ markets in Connecticut and New York are providing daily reminders of the importance of being self- sustaining by providing local produce, eggs, dairy products and access to locally raised beef and poultry. In addition to this, I’ve been reading a very interesting book by Maria Rodale called “Organic Manifesto,”in which she discusses how crucially important organic farming is. It’s not only about the food we eat, it’s also about how we care for the earth and plan for future generations. It’s a provocative book and well worth taking the time to read.
Because of the book, I’ve been re-energized about gardening despite the deer issue that we have. I’ve been looking into how to build an 8x8 enclosed garden with raised beds that I could use as our sustainability test. We certainly couldn’t live off of this, but it would be a great start. I am excited by the prospects of designing this, and I will keep you posted as it develops.
Synchronistically, I had the great fortune to spend a few days with my sister, Marge, on Martha’s Vineyard, which is such a beautiful island and a wonderful summer haven. We had a great time together, and on our last night, we went to dinner at a really cool restaurant called State Road. All the entrees are completely Island grown, they have an amazing garden that serves as a resource for their ingredients, and they support the local Martha’s Vineyard Island Grown Initiative. I personally love how they have woven the philosophical commitment to sustainability with a successful business model – not only for themselves but for the local businesses that their restaurant supports as well. And the food!!!! Sublime. If you happen to be visiting Martha’s Vineyard, don’t miss the experience.
Webster’s dictionary defines sustainable as “relating to, or being a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource is not depleted or permanently damaged.” I’ve thought about this in relation to our health and our bodies, as just as we want to create a sustainable outer environment, we want to create that within ourselves as well. This means caring and tending for our bodies and our psyches as constantly renewable resources. Each and every day, we have the opportunity and the obligation for the caring and tending of ourselves, through proper nutrition and supplementation, by listening to ourselves, by weeding out the negative thoughts and behaviors that keep us from being our best possible selves, and by taking time with ourselves to know deeply who we are, what motivates us and what nourishes us – both body and soul.
The ultimate act of sustainability is caring for ourselves. Once we have done this, we can then turn to our gardens, our local environments and ultimately our global environment and be part of the shift that needs to occur for the long term health and well being of the planet. In “Time Must Have a Stop,” Aldous Huxley wrote, “There's only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that's your own self. So you have to begin there, not outside, not on other people. That comes afterward, when you've worked on your own corner.”
I am going to keep working on my corner and then extend it out, one 8x8 enclosed garden at a time!
Happy August,
Martha
Dr. D'Adamo's Lectures: Genotype and Transgeneration
How can you engineer the change in your family line to reduce the risk of genetic disease being passed from generation to generation? Dr. D'Adamo addresses this question in this audio clip. (Excerpted from IfHI 2010 Micro-Conference and Certification testing in Nashville, TN) (5:23)
The Amazing Neti Pot
Ann Quasarano
Rinsing your sinuses can become part of your daily cleansing routine, like brushing your teeth or taking a shower – it’s easy and the health benefits are myriad.
Neti pots have been used in India and South East Asia for centuries to clear the nasal passages and sinuses. Enthusiasts believe that regular use of the neti pot relieves allergy symptoms and scientific studies have shown nasal irrigation to be a safe and effective treatment for people with a history of sinusitis. Neti pot users often report dramatic improvements in chronic conditions such as asthma, headaches, depression, and sleep problems.
The concept behind the neti pot, or nose bidet, is simple. Every day substances and pollutants enter our sinus cavities through our noses. Centuries ago, the kinds of materials that entered our bodies through our nose were probably a lot less harmful that the substances that enter our body through our nose today. Rinsing your sinuses can become part of your daily cleansing routine, like brushing your teeth or taking a shower – it’s easy and the health benefits are myriad.
Neti Pot Instructions:
Wash and completely dry your neti pot.
Add the saline solution. You can purchase a commercial product at a health food store or drug store, but you can also make your own. Mix one-half teaspoon uniodized salt in an 8-ounce glass of warm water. Always use warm water, not hot, not cold – remember, this will be going in your nose. If it’s too hot, it will burn, if it’s too cold, you’ll get the worst brain freeze you can imagine! Uniodized salt is used because iodized salt may be irritating when used over a long period of time. Add a pinch of baking soda.
Lean over your sink, lower your head sideways, and pour the water-salt-soda solution in one side of your nose.
The water will run out of the other side of your nose! No, you won't swallow it, not if you’re leaning your head over and have it twisted sideways.
If you’re congested, use the entire 8 ounces of water to cleanse your sinuses, otherwise, 4 ounces should be enough.
After using the neti pot, you may like to do the following exercise before gently blowing your nose: lean forward from the hips and waist, head hanging down, and turn your head from side to side.
Some practitioners recommend “drying” the sinuses by breathing in and out rapidly through both nostrils.
For many, the benefits of using a neti pot are almost immediate – you’ll breathe easier with a nose that no longer feels clogged or runny. Although it may feel “weird” at first, the benefits are certainly worth overcoming your initial reaction!
Right For Your Type Recipes: Right For All Types Salads
Right for all type salads – your go-to dinners when it’s too hot to cook!
This month we’re featuring right for all type salads – your go-to dinners when it’s too hot to cook!
Kale Salad: Ingredients:
1 cup minced kale
2 Tablespoons minced carrot
2 Tablespoons pumpkin seeds
2 Tablespoons dried currants
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon or lime juice
1 teaspoon agave syrup
How to Make it:
Mix all ingredients.
Eat right away or refrigerate for later.
*Notes: Feel free to adjust the quantities to suit your taste. You could substitute sunflower seeds, walnuts, almonds, dried raisins, cherries, cranberries or whatever you enjoy.
Lentil Salad: Ingredients:
1 1/4 cup brown lentils, rinsed [or other BTD compliant substitute]
4 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar [or other BTD compliant substitute]
3 Tablespoons oil olive
1 large cucumber, peeled, if desired, and diced (2 cups)[or other BTD compliant substitute]
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Sea Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make it:
In a small saucepan, cover lentils with water by one inch, bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until lentils are tender but still hold their shape.
Approximately, 15-20 minutes.
Drain well.
In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil.
Add lentils, cucumber, parsley, onion and eggs, season with salt and pepper.
Toss well to coat with dressing.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Greek Salad: Ingredients Greek Salad:
1 head romaine/leaf lettuce or spinach
1 cucumber sliced [optional]
1/2 cup feta cheese
Ingredients Lemon Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
1 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon sugar [or agave]
sea salt and pepper to taste
How to make it:
Combine torn lettuce or spinach with sliced cucumber top with feta cheese.
Meanwhile combine dressing ingredients and shake well.
Introducing the first Blood Type Diet® iPhone App that lists beneficial, neutral, and avoid foods for each of the 4 blood types. Handy for grocery shopping, eating in restaurants, and meal planning. On the go or at home, you can always be sure that you are eating right for your type.
This is the basic entry point for Dr. Peter D'Adamo's Blood Type Die®t based on Right for Your Type food lists and is designed for secretors only; non-secretor food values will be addressed in a future app.
The Blood Type Diet® iPhone app is currently available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French versions.
IfHI 2011 Conference & Certification: Early Registration Begins
Dr. Peter J. D'Adamo and the faculty of The Institute for Human Individuality (IfHI) will hold the 2011 IfHI Conference & Certification May 20-22 at The Dolce Conference Center located in Norwalk CT.
For information, call: (203) 761-6701 or email: ifhi@dadamo.com.
Seating is limited so make your reservations today.
Blood Type Dieters on Reality TV Show!
“Money Hungry,” a new reality dieting show on VH1, will feature Jamie Litt and Shante Gordon as “Team Roll Models.” Both Jamie and Shante will be competing for a cash prize as they exercise and follow the BTD to reach their goal weight. The show will air weekly, beginning Monday, August 2 at 9pm on VH1.
A new group out of New York has just started up. "We are interested in the Genotype and Blood Type diets as published by Dr. Peter D'Adamo. We get together monthly in Manhattan for informal discussions. Come on down: learn new information, talk the 'language', and share experiences!" NYC Genotype Diet Group
Event: D'Adamo Personalized Nutrition™ Support Group Topic: What's in a Finger Print? Featuring: Andrea Cayea, RN, MIfHI When: Thursday, August 19, 2010 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Hosted by: Nancy Kuhn Where: D'Adamo Personalized Nutrition™ Center, 213 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT Admission: Free RSVP: Please call or email Nancy Kuhn at (877) 226-8973 or nancy@dadamo.com
Dr. Ginger Nash Lecture
Event: Lecture by Ginger Nash, ND, MIfHI Topic: Personalized Medicine and Homeopathic Medicine When: Thursday, September 30, 2010 Time: 7:00 pm Where: Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT Admission: Free RSVP: Please call or email Melissa at (203) 761-0042 or melissa@dadamo.com
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