Dog Days of Summer
Posted by Dr. George Siegfried on 2010-07-30 17:17:14
Dog Days of Summer?
Not really sure where this came from but I think it has to do with the heat, the dog laying around panting, waiting to get cooler. So we give it water, a cool place to hang out/lay in, until mealtime, which is free. What a life!!!! But I still love my dog Lucy and will do anything to make her happy and content because the love and affection and devotion she gives me and the family is priceless. What could be better than a Labrador retriever licking the dickens out of you on a hot summer day???
Now for those of us who don’t have the luxuries of the Dog Days of Summer and have to deal with the heat.
Aside from trying to stay as cool as possible, the following have proven helpful over the years. From the days in Philly growing up, to the Middle East with the Italian Olympic Team, to the heat of Mexico City before the 1984 Summer Olympics, t the current heat wave, here is my little formula.
Upon arising, a glass of spring water—if possible—with a dash of fresh lemon. 4 Cal-Mag, 2 Caro-C, 2 Cataplex F. At breakfast, hot oats, raw honey, butter, raisins, almonds or filberts. Particular for the heat are the previous supplements, plus AC Carbamide. Suffice it to say that it helps with the heat by balancing the osmotic pressure of the blood, regulating calcium metabolism. The F is particular for the metabolism as well. Vitamin F is the original name for all the Fat-Soluble Omega’s being marketed today. They are also found in Cod Liver Oil, but in the intense heat, the Cataplex F, Cal-Mag, and Carbamide are particular. Following the bottle recommendations are good, but taking more can’t hurt. They are foods.
Additionally, seasonal green leafy veges, cucumbers, zucchini, etc. are essential. They have been given to us for a reason. Use them liberally.
Finally, sea salt, as desired. Not Morton’s Salt, as it is sodium chloride, etc. Celtic Sea salt is a good one. It is good for minerals, especially for the Adrenal Glands, which are really stressed during the heat.
And rest. Good old rest. Cotton clothing. Air conditioning? Though comfortable, be careful. The extreme temperature differences can be a shock to your system. Moderation in all things.
Finally, a few minutes in the sun, eyes looking into the sun, closed eyes!!, will nourish your system too. Vitamin D, etc. Dr. John Ott’s Book, Health And Light talked about this years ago.
Good luck. Anyone wishing to read more on this let me know.
Enjoy your Dog Days of Summer. And if you have a dog, better yet. Learn from it. He/she knows how to enjoy life!!! But all he/she needs is some food/water and lots of love. Sounds like a good prescription to me as well.
Dedicated to your health,
Dr. Siegfried
P.S. How do I know the above works currently? My son pitches in the Cubs Minor League System. He says it helps a lot in the intense heat of Daytona Beach. Anywhere from 85-105 daily heat and humidity. Florida is not all that great in summer!!!
PSS. It helps the old man too. I pitched yesterday in Portland. 95 degrees at game time. I pitched a complete game and won. Tired after? You bet, but felt good tired. No Gator-aid, soda, etc. for me. Maybe on a special time, but not while I’M “working on the mound”.Does it matter? Only if you want to stay competitive at 59 with 25-35 year olds. At least that has been my belief and practice.
PSSS. Receive 10% OFF the supplements listed in this letter until August 31, 2010.
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