REGENERATIVE MEDICINE AND THE FUTURE OF HEALTH
by Jennifer Buergermeister, MA, MBA and Bing You, MD (China), L. Ac.
Human bodies have the innate capability to heal thanks to immu-
nity. If our immunity is strong, we can stay healthy. If our immunity is weak, we can become ill. Health has often been observed as systems in balance. Acupuncture and Ayurveda are two ancient medical systems that understand the importance of balance. Systems that are in balance function more efficiently and allow space for the body to find homeostasis. Based upon the discovery of efficiency in medicine, in both ancient and modern medicine, current research continues to build upon past observations from ancient medicine. The growing trend today is in personalized medicine. As research moves into greater discoveries in immunity, we find promise in moving our attention into what keeps us well versus what makes us sick. Approaches to remedy imbalance vary since everyone is different. Regeneration feels very different than treating disease which in the United States often consists of Band-Aid approaches that treat symptoms rather than the root causes of disease. Regenerative Medicine may be the key to longevity and well-being. Some current therapies in regenerative medicine include genetic testing, stem cell therapy, platelet-rich plasma, ozone therapy, Chinese Medicine and acupuncture and herbs, individualized diet/nutrition using macro/micronutrients, and specialized exercise programs.
HOW STEM CELLS CORRELATE WITH HEALTH AND REJUVENATION
Healthy stem cells boost regeneration and immunity to take action. Research in stem cells has helped address the root causes of aging. As we age, the stem cells in the bone marrow begin to weaken and their numbers will decline over the decades. We become less resilient and it takes longer to heal. Aging cells begin to outnumber the cells we can regenerate; therefore, aging and a deterioration of organ function and system flow begin to occur.
WHAT IS PLATELET-RICH PLASMA?
Platelet-rich plasma, or autologous conditioned plasma, is a concentrate of platelet-rich plasma protein derived from whole blood centrifuged to remove red blood cells. PRP is used to accelerate the healing of injured tendons, ligaments, muscles, and joints to energize an individual’s own healing system to improve musculoskeletal problems. PRP is complementary to stem cell and other treatments to keep the revitalization process going as we heal. PRP acts as a booster for stem cells to find inflammation by signaling the immune system as messenger cells to begin the process of healing. PRP is often used in conjunction with stem cell therapy to enhance results of stem cell injections.
WHY ACUPUNCTURE AND CHINESE MEDICINE?
Chinese Medicine is a whole-person medical system. Energetic flow channels are opened by acupuncture and detoxification is assisted by using herbs and exercise. Stagnant energy can cause degradation in the entire body system like healthy flowing rivers absent of dams and blockages. The mind-body thrives in states of flow.
DIET, NUTRITION, AND EXERCISE
It’s no secret we should eat right and exercise. As often as possible, our plates should be colorful and ingredients fresh and organic. Added hormones, pesticides, and other chemicals in our food should be avoided. Movement keeps the lymphatic system flowing and our stress levels down. Also, what and how we eat can make a huge difference in how we feel, think, and behave. Fatigue, ADD, ADHD, depression, and anxiety can be addressed by diet and exercise.
OZONE TREATMENTS
Healthline (2019) reported Ozone therapy as a process of administering a colorless gas made up of three atoms of oxygen (O3) to treat a disease or wound. Ozone stimulates the immune system and to disinfect or treat diseases, or conditions caused by viruses and bacteria. WEMED HEALTH AND AMERICAN STEM CELL FOUNDATION The mission of weMED Health and the American Stem Cell Foundation (ASCF) is to utilize regenerative medicine as an East-West approach to repair, regenerate and rejuvenate the human body in order to assist the reversal of many chronic diseases unresolved by standard medicine alone. weMED Health Regenerative Medicine 4126 Southwest Fwy #1130 Houston, TX 77027 713-572-3888 wemedhealth.com See ad on page 18
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