Welcome to our March Brilliant Body Webinar! The Urinary System

1. Welcome to our March Brilliant Body Webinar!The Urinary System Presented by Karen Stene Finch

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3. The following recordings of this presentation will be available throughout the YEAR: • Webinar: www.nspwebinars.com • Phone: 1-712-432-0453 PIN 8626 • (Not a toll-free call)

4. Cancun Giveaway Requirements • Be eligible to win a trip for 2 to Cancun by: • Watching the webinar (live or recorded) • Purchase the Urinary System Pack promotion • Get at least 4 of 5 questions correct on the Urinary System quiz on www.nspwebinars.com • We’ll announce the winner during Education Week April 19-26!

5. Promotional Products available through March 13, 2010 • Urinary System Pack • Urinary Maintenance • Cranberry/Buchu • JP-X • KB-C TCM • Promotion # 9966-4 • Cost $57.60 • You save 10% when buying this pack!

6. Karen Stene Finch

7. The Body Systems The Urinary System Your Body’s Filtration Device

8. The urinary system is vitally important to the entire health of the body. The Body Systems Optimal health can occur when systems of the body work together as a well-functioning team.

9. The Body Systems • The urinary system works to reabsorb: • Water • Salts • Protein • Glucose • Minerals • Other substances that are essential for cellular health Kidney Absorption Tubule

10. The Body Systems • The urinary system consists of: • two kidneys • two ureters • the bladder • two sphincter muscles • the urethra

11. The Body Systems • The average human being has 1.0 to 1.5 gallons of blood • The blood in the body is being filtered about every 45 minutes • About 200 quarts of blood are being circulated and filtered through the kidneys daily Glomeruli in the Kidney

12. Main Functions of the Kidneys • Serve as filters • Remove waste • Produce three important hormones that: • stimulate bone marrow to make red blood cells • regulate blood pressure • maintain calcium for bones Kidney Filtration Tube

13. Kidney Structure • Each kidney is the shape of a bean and about the size of a fist. • Approximately one million nephrons are located in each kidney

14. Kidney Structure • The kidneys are involved in the production of red blood cells and the iron content of the blood

15. Kidney Structure • The kidneys can process and utilize up to 4 ounces of water at a time

16. Kidney Structure • A healthy bladder holds up to 2 cups of urine for 2 to 5 hours • The average amount of urine that is excreted per day, per adult, is 1.5 quarts

17. Kidney Structure • Ureters are narrow tubes that connect each kidney to the bladder

18. Kidney Structure • The sphincters are circular muscles located where the bladder connects to the urethra • The urethra is a tube that carries the urine to the point where it exits the body Urethra and Prostate Gland

19. Kidney Function • The kidneys assist in keeping a balanced pH in the body

20. Kidney Function • The kidneys are the batteries of the body • When kidneys are not properly nourished and hydrated, energy levels can be low, leading to tiredness and fatigue

21. Potential Problems of the Urinary System • There are a number of problems that can occur with the urinary system, caused by a variety of factors. Let’s take a look at a few of these health issues.

22. Potential Problems • Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect millions of people each year • One in five women develops a UTI during her life span • UTI’s in men, while not as common, can be very serious because they may indicate other problems

23. Potential Problems • People are at risk for urinary tract infections for a variety of reasons: • obstructions to the flow of urine, such as kidney stones or an enlarged prostate gland • The most common cause of UTI’s is the presence of bacteria in the urinary tract

24. Potential Problems • Bacteria, usually from the digestive tract, begin to multiply at the opening of the urethra • Drinking ample amounts of fluid can help in the treatment of a UTI Proteus sp. Bacteria

25. Potential Problems • Signs of a UTI can be but are not limited to: • pain or a burning during urination • strong odor • feelings of urgency or a need to urinate frequently • cloudy appearance of urine • pus or blood in the urine • a feeling of pressure while passing a small amount urine

26. Potential Problems • Urinary tract infections can be serious and can damage the function of the kidneys • It is possible for adults or children to have a silent infection still present in the body even when the signs of a UTI are no longer apparent • It is important to always consult with your healthcare professional

27. Potential Problems • Urinary incontinenceis considered a bladder control problem. Incontinence is basically leakage, andinconvenientlyaffects the lives 12 million Americans

28. Potential Problems • Kidney stonesare one of the most common disorders of the urinary tract and can be one of the most painful

29. Potential Problems • Each year, more than 500,000 people end up in emergency rooms and 3 million visits are made to health care providers for problems related to kidney stones • Stones affect men, more than women

30. Potential Problems • Kidney stones usually occur in three different shapes • They can be extremely painful, or they may be “silent” • They usually pass naturally • Drinking plenty of water to help flush the system is important

31. Potential Problems • There are certain foods to avoid when kidney stones are formed from calcium oxalate • A few of these foods are: • rhubarb, cooked spinach, beets, chocolate, green pepper, okra and grits

32. Potential Problems • Chronic kidney disease may be the result of physical injury or a disease that damages the kidneys, such as diabetes or high blood pressure

33. Potential Problems • CKD can also be a contributing factor in other health issues: • high blood pressure • low red blood cell count • Diabetes • loss of protein through the urine • bone and calcium loss • problems with the cardiovascular system • problems with the nervous system • lack of feelings of well being

34. Potential Problems • Kidney failure • Currently, there are more than one million dialysis patients worldwide. • The number of patients in the United States could double over the next 10 years. • There are dialysis centers in about 159 countries. • Billions of dollars are generated annually in the field of dialysis.

35. Potential Problems • The number of patients in need of a kidney transplant is growing • Immunosuppressive medicine is normally necessary • A transplant may be considered an extreme procedure but it can be life saving

36. Potential Problems “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” • The urinary system plays many important roles in the overall health of our body, mind and emotions • The emotions of fear, failure, shame, criticism or disappointment are associated with the kidneys • Anxiety, fear of letting go, or holding on to the old are all associated with the bladder

37. Essential Oil Recipe for Bath 2 drops tea tree oil 2 drops lavender oil 2 drops bergamot oil 2 drops thyme oil 2 drops eucalyptus oil Add and mix well with warm running water. This recipe is for a bathtub of water. For a foot soak, use half the oil amounts suggested. Relax and detoxify while soaking the body or feet. To Help You Relax…

38. Food, Glorious Food! • Nourishing foods  for the Urinary system: • Watermelon • Cantaloupe • Cucumbers • Kidney beans • Lemons • Parsley • Celery • Cranberries • Asparagus • Herbs that are concentrated foods.

39. To The Rescue • Hydrangea • Historically known as the “stone dissolver”. • Vitamin B-Complex  • B vitamins are water-soluble and need to be replaced daily. • Magnesium • The kidneys need adequate amounts of this mineral to function properly.

40. To The Rescue • Urinary Maintenance • Contains herbs to help support and maintain the delicate fluid and mineral balance that is controlled by the kidneys. • Cranberry/Buchu Concentrate • Beneficial for supporting a healthy urinary tract. Cranberry juice contains Vitamin C plus substances that can interfere with the adhesion of microbes to the urinary tract. Buchu absorbs excessive uric acid, helping to reduce bladder and urethra irritations.

41. To The Rescue • Kidney Activator • This western formula of herbs nutritionally supports the urinary system. specifically bladder and kidney health. Several of the herbs are natural diuretics which can help with water retention. • KB-C and KB-C TCM Concentrate • Chinese formula designed to support the kidneys’ function of removing toxins while protecting water-soluble minerals to strengthen bone health.

42. To The Rescue • P-X • This formula works to nutritionally support the functions of the urinary and glandular systems. Herbs found in P-X are supportive for both men and women urinary system concerns. • Kidney Drainage • This easy-to-swallow herbal blend is a liquid extract. It includes asparagus, a food that helps support fluid removal from the body. Another herb included in this extract is goldenrod, which can increase the production of urine without reducing the level of important electrolytes.

43. To The Rescue • Kidney Activator and Kidney Activator TCM Concentrate • This excellent combination of 16 Chinese herbs supports urinary and lymph health. • Corn Silk • This simply amazing herb is the silk that grows as a part of corn within the cornhusk. It is dried and can be swallowed in capsule form or used as a tea. • Corn silk has been used for many years for its soothing effect on the urinary system, including reducing inflammation and acidic deposits in the bladder.

44. Enjoy A Wonderful Urinary System Simple healthy lifestyle choices can pay off with big dividends in supporting a healthy urinary system

45. The Body Systems Thank You!

46. Dr. Jay Mahoney

47. Cancun Giveaway Requirements • Be eligible to win a trip for 2 to Cancun by: • Watching the webinar (live or recorded) • Purchase the Urinary System Pack promotion • Get at least 4 of 5 questions correct on the Urinary System quiz on www.nspwebinars.com • We’ll announce the winner during Education Week April 19-26!

48. Promotional Products available through March 13, 2010 • Urinary System Pack • Urinary Maintenance • Cranberry/Buchu • JP-X • KB-C TCM • Promotion # 9966-4 • Cost $57.60 • You save 10% when buying this pack!

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