The blood and lymph are the
main circulatory systems of the body. Through these vital substances,
the body's cells are kept alive. Without adequate circulation
of blood and lymph, the body's tissues are starved and poisoned.
Thus, the processes of assimilation and elimination are dependent
on healthy circulation to nourish and cleanse the body.
Edgar Cayce commonly recommended several
basic interventions for assisting with circulation. Steam baths
followed by a full body massage were frequently prescribed to improve
circulation to the external portions of the body (and thus improve
eliminations through the skin). Manual medicine (i.e., osteopathy
or chiropractic) was also recommended to regulate the nerve centers
which influence patterns of circulation. Such regulation was
sometimes recommended in cases requiring improved eliminations in
certain portions of the body. For example, in cases of dementia
where the nerve tissue in the brain is toxic, increased circulation
to the brain would naturally be a high priority.
Daily physical exercise was one of
the most often suggested therapies for improving circulation.
Walking and swimming were two of the most highly recommended forms
of exercise for most people.
Cayce also described specific exercises
for morning and evening regimens. He noted that the upper body
was to be stimulated in the morning and the lower body in the evening.
These are natural patterns of circulation which can be assisted by
specific exercises. (See The Edgar Cayce Handbook for Health
Through Drugless Therapy, which illustrates "vertical" exercises
for the morning and "horizontal" exercises for the evening.)
Note: The above information is not intended for self-diagnosis
or self-treatment. Please consult a qualified health care professional
for assistance in applying the information contained in the Cayce Health
Database.
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