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🔍 Sugary Drinks Pregnancy: Use with caution The oral intake of sugary solutions for replenishment, food accompaniment or sheer pleasure. Sugary drinks include soft beverages, sodas and fruit juices. They provide sugar, without which the brain and other organs cease to function. However, excessive intake can be injurious to health Caution Excessive intake is associated with: Increased the risk of diabetes (type 2) Obesity Increased risk of: - Tooth decay - Heart diseases - Liver diseases - Lower life expectancy - Dementia - Gout - Pancreatic cancer Therapy for: Sustenance Sports activity rehydration and refreshment Hypoglycaemia Difficulty swallowing Comments There are different types of sugar in drinks: - Glucose - Fructose - High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) - Sucrose They are all converted to monosaccharides for absorption in the body Regardless of the type of glucose, if it is not used up in the body, it is likely to accumulate as fat Sugary drinks can rapidly supply a large amount of glucose into the body, much quicker than food or fresh fruit ingestions - This rapid increase can cause spikes in the level of blood sugar level - Some people believe that the spikes may be stressful to the liver - There is no evidence that this is the case Conversely, sugar in food and fruits do not cause a similar spike; rather a gentle increase in blood sugar level - This is due to the presence of fibres and nutrients in food, fruits and vegetables - They slow down the rate of eating and the rate of absorption of sugar A good approach to sugary drinks: - Drink fruit juice, soda and other soft drinks in moderation - Eat more fresh foods, fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains - Consume less processed foods - Choose to drink water whenever possible Mental or physical activities and exercises burn large quantities of sugar Read more on Sugary Drinks > https://www.royalsociety.org.nz/what-we-do/our-expert-advice/all-expert-advice-papers/sugar-and-health/sugar-metabolism/#:~:text=Sugar%20metabolism%20is%20the%20process,use%20fatty%20acids%20for%20energy., https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/sugar-facts-scientific Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Coffee Enemas Unsafe with pregnancy Page redirects to Unsafe Practices Caution ------------------------------- Therapy for: ------------------------------- Comments ------------------------------- Read more on Coffee Enemas > ------------------------------- Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Unsafe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Charitable giving Safe with pregnancy It is the act of giving resources or services for other people's benefit. Usually, no monetary gain is expected as a result of this. It is a known booster for the mental wellbeing of the giver. It is an act that could be performed by anyone, regardless of their income or means Caution Reckless giving beyond your means will harm your wellbeing Only offer services that you are competent to perform It is ungracious to offer deficient services Do not waste your offerings; ensure that it is useful to the people you give to Be careful not to be defrauded by insatiable receivers Therapy for: Mental wellbeing Self satisfaction Self confidence Relationship wellbeing Social interaction Experience 'inner joy' Give more meaning to life To motivate friends, family and others Improve your budgeting Improve your time management Set good example for your children and close others Comments You may get a tax deduction for monies given out You don't have to be wealthy to give Wealthy people also appreciate receiving Volunteering you services is usually inexpensive to undertake Read more on Charitable giving > https://www.cafonline.org/my-personal-giving/long-term-giving/resource-centre/five-reasons-to-give-to-charity, https://www.thelifeyoucansave.org/blog/9-positive-effects-of-donating-money-to-charity/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Isolation Tank (Sensory Deprivation) Pregnancy: Use with caution This is a small water tank that is kept completely dark and quiet inside. It is also heated to the user's own body temperature. Hence they are cut off from almost all external disturbances; the belief is that it helps to have a re-start to their lives and improve their general wellbeing Caution It is relatively safe Users may experience hallucinations The dark environment of the pod can be a scary experience for many The rare possibility of drowning exists Avoid if you have: Claustrophobia Alcohol inebriation (drunk) Therapy for: Relaxation Anxiety Acute pain Chronic pain Body aches Stress Improved creativity Sleep problems Migraines Fibromyalgia Arthritis Autism Addictions Muscle strain or damage Improve athletic performance Comments There is no scientific evidence for many of the claims Water is added to the tank to enable floatation and a feeling of weightlessness EPSOM salt is a frequent addition to the water in the tanks It is also known as Restricted Environmental Stimulus Therapy (R.E.S.T). Read more on Isolation Tank (Sensory Deprivation) > https://www.healthline.com/health/sensory-deprivation-tank#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2 Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Diabetes: Use with caution Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Osteomyology Safe with pregnancy The practitioner uses their hands to move your muscles and joints in an effort to detect problems, prevent illness or treat a condition Caution The practitioners are self regulated although they are usually trained There is no statutory oversight from a health profession organisation Therapy for: Joint pain Back pain Muscle problems Comments It is also called Neurosteomyology It has similarities with osteopathy and chiropractic They perform the routine duties of an osteopath, but are not registered in osteopathy They use a combination of manipulation techniques, exercise advice, reassurance, detailed explanations ansd psychological support to support the individual It was created by Sir Dr Alan Clemens in the UK, 1992 Read more on Osteomyology > https://osteomyology.co.uk/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Children: Safety uknown Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Tinnitus retraining therapy Safe with pregnancy This is a treatment regime that combines sound therapy and counselling to help your management of tinnitus. A device is used to generate noise that diverts the attention away from the tinnitus, and psychological therapy is given to teach the individual to ignore the noise Caution It is safe It may be quite usually expensive Therapy for: Tinnitus: - Ringing ears Hyperacusis: - Unusually loud perception of some noise e.g. vacuum cleaner Misophonia: - Certain sounds cause a strong negative reaction in the individual Phonophobia: - Fear or intolerance of loud sounds Comments TRT is also associated with: - Tinnitus Activities Treatment (TAT) - Progressive tinnitus management Another similar therapy is Tinnitus Masking It attempts the masking of the tinnitus sound by using one or more of: - Noise or white noise - Music - Notched music therapy - Natural sounds - Hearing aids Read more on Tinnitus retraining therapy > https://www.tinnitus.org.uk/tinnitus-and-trt?gclid=CjwKCAjwq_D7BRADEiwAVMDdHm8VriAjvp3yAKc1TB-9DzWy5DhNqV02S9GXeodvq1jM5O4b9odj2xoC7_MQAvD_BwE Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Homeopathy Safe with pregnancy This is the therapy that advocates the treatment of conditions based on the use of highly diluted substances. Practitioners claim that their solutions cause the body to heal itself Caution The method of homeopathic preparations makes it difficult to accept that it will be effective against anything Do not rely on homeopathic intervention as the only source of treatment for any condition Therapy for: It may be considered for: Stress Anxiety Food Allergies Hay fever Comments Developed by Samuel Hahnemann. 1790, Germany There is no evidence that it works for any medical condition Read more on Homeopathy > https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/homeopathy/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Vega Machine Testing Safe with pregnancy This is the use of a special machine to attempt a diagnosis of allergies and other illnesses. It applies small electric currents through acupuncture needles whilst the practitioner operates the machine and gives an interpretation of the results Caution It has no scientific backing A number of reputable organisations strongly advise against its use It is not advisable to plan one's wellbeing based on Vega testing The current used is low and is not likely to harm Therapy for: Allergy testing Mineral defficiency testing Vitamin defficiency testing Environmental stress testing Comments It is generally accepted by the scientific community that it does not have any benefit for the individual Discuss your symptoms with a healthcare giver Read more on Vega Machine Testing > https://www.nhs.uk/news/medical-practice/nice-warns-of-alternative-allergy-tests/, https://www.nice.org.uk/donotdo/do-not-use-the-vega-test-in-the-diagnosis-of-food-allergy Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Children: Use with caution Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Sleep Therapy Safe with pregnancy A therapist assists you to identify the barriers to good sleep, and to discuss the means by which they could be overcome. They explore two main components: (1) Practicing behaviours that improve sleep and (2) Avoiding those that interfere with sleep. With you, they also examine the habits that improve night-time sleep quality and daytime alertness Caution Sleep disorders should be discussed with your doctor Consider a visit to the doctor who may suggest: - Sleep studies - Sleep inducing Medications Special medications are sometimes needed for sleep: - Dependency on these can be harmful to your health - They can lead to death if taken in high doses Therapy for: Sleep disorders including: - General Sleep disorders - Sleep Timing disorders - Shift Work sleep disorder - Jet Lag - Snoring - Sleepwalking - Night terrors - Sleep apnoea Improving the overall quality of life Improving productivity Improve general physical and mental health Comments A sleep diary is good to document your sleep pattern An example diary is shown below: 1 Date : - 2nd February 2 My bedtime was : - 10pm 3 I probably slept after : - 30 minutes 4 Waking up in the night : - Once at 1am to use the loo for 10 minutes 5 I wake up in the mornin g: - 6.30am 6 Total sleep time : - 8 hours 20 minutes (Count from 10pm) 7 My dinner last night : - Heavy chicken meal at 7pm. 2 bottles of beer at 8pm 8 My last activity in bed : - Watched talent show for 30 minutes 9 Disturbances through the night : - None 10 How I rate the night sleep : - 8/10 11 How I feel the next day : - 8/10. Refreshed. Productive You should discuss your sleep issues with your regular healthcare giver CBT is increasingly recognised as a therapy for sleep issues Check the SafeMindz therapies page for other natural interventions Read more on Sleep Therapy > https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-topics/sleep-hygiene, https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/how-sleep-better, https://www.sleepsociety.org.uk/ Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Art Therapy Safe with pregnancy This is therapy that uses art as a means of addressing emotional and behavioural and social issues that may be simple or complex. When individuals prefer not to talk about their issues during therapies, art therapy offers a good outlet Caution It is quite safe Therapy for: Stress at work Burn-out Emotional Problems Physical disabilities Life limiting conditions Cancer Support Care Autism Elderly Welfare Eating Disorders PTSD Comments Art Therapy is not a recreational activity but the sessions can be quite enjoyable It may include drawing, painting, photography, sculpting This could be done on the regular materials or digitally It is different from ARTS therapy which includes other creative arts like music, dance, poetry and drama Read more on Art Therapy > https://www.baat.org/About-Art-Therapy Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Hobbies Safe with pregnancy These are activities performed on a regular basis for the enjoyment and wellbeing of the individual. The purpose is neither for monetary gain nor for active competition. It may be performed as a solitary act or within a group of others individuals. Hobbies would often change with the times Caution Some hobbies can be very expensive and financially challenging Physical hobbies can lead to injury or fatigue Intensive participation may lead to isolation from loved ones Unrealistic goal setting can lead to disappointments - Choose one that you are physically and mentally comfortable with - Choose one that you can sustain Therapy for: Physical wellbeing Mental wellbeing Social interaction Social integration Heart health Loneliness PTSD Weight management Comments The list of hobbies is endless, and it may be loosely categorised into groups; Collecting Creating Participating Performing Games Read more on Hobbies > https://www.lifehack.org/articles/money/this-list-50-low-cost-hobbies-will-excite-you-2.html Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Safe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing

🔍 Oral sex Safe with pregnancy It is the stimulation of your partner’s genitals (Penis, Vagina, Vulva and Clitoris) and anus with your lips, tongue and mouth. It is a natural method of sexual engagement Caution Always maintain good hygiene Do not have oral sex: - Up to three hours after flossing or brushing the teeth: Use mints or breath fresheners instead - For up to one week after dental treatment - If you have mouth sores With new or casual partners, use barriers – Condoms and Dams Flavoured barriers are available from pharmacists STI transmission is possible Oral sex with HPV partners could increase the risk of Throat cancer Therapy for: Couple’s choice Improving sexual foreplay Alternative to human genital penetrative sex Managing or controlling orgasm Comments This practice is capable of reducing the chances of miscarriage (‘Paternal tolerance’ reduces the risk of Pre-eclampsia) Ensure that it is always your choice to participate Read more on Oral sex > https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/sexual-health/what-is-oral-sex/, https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa065497 Safe with pregnancy Pregnancy use with caution Safe with diabetes Diabetes use with caution Safe with children Children use with caution Pregnancy unknown Diabetes unknown Children unknown Submit Your content has been submitted An error occurred. Try again later Edit Intervention Safe with diabetes Unsafe with children Most Searched Interventions Pet Therapy (Animal Assisted Therapy) This is the involvement of animals as a form of treatment to improve social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing Faith Healing This is the practice of prayers and hand gestures in a belief that healing can occur as a result. Faith is usually (but not always) part of a religious practice. It can be exercised individually or through a collective of similarly inclined people Ginger The consumption of ginger-based products to improve health. It is both healthy and delicious, and it has been a part of the human diet for generations Cannabidiol. CBD Oil Extract oil from the Cannabis plant. It may be smoked, vaped, sprayed into the cheeks or placed in the mouth. It is used as an agent to promote wellbeing