In the 1960’s Otto Warburg discovered that proper oxygenation plays a major role in health. Dr. Warburg found that a reduction of oxygen by 35% could cause de-differentiation of cells. In other words, normal cells could potentially transform into cancerous cells. He found that oxygen is critical to the functioning of normal, healthy cells.
Within the walls of a tumor lie billions of cancerous cells that cannot withstand oxygen; in fact, they may die in the presence of oxygen. This discovery quickly prompted many alternative cancer treatments aimed at reversing cancer through increased oxygenation. They include hyperbaric oxygen chambers, ozone therapy, and the mineral germanium. Even if one does not brave the alternative cancer treatment world, he/she can still take advantage of many lifestyle strategies to bring more oxygen into the tissues. One of the best ways to re-oxygenate the body is through Bikram yoga.
From the Pranayama breathing at the beginning, all the way to “fire breathing” at the end, yoga instructors will always tell you to focus on your breath. At the beginning, I found this almost impossible. I was too busy trying to listen to their crazy instructions about bending body parts in ways I did not know was possible. Or sometimes I found my mind wandering to subjects like grocery lists. But once the instructions became familiar, I was able to have moments where I only focused on breath.
Long deep inhales, followed by full exhales, help to move “stagnant air” out of the lungs. In essence, it moves out acids (such as carbon dioxide) and makes room for oxygen to come inside. Once inside, the oxygen quickly diffuses into the blood, to be carried throughout the body. The improved oxygenation promotes aerobic metabolism, rather than dangerous anaerobic metabolism with its resulting lactic acid buildup Strong levels of oxygen promote a healthy environment within the body—an environment in which cancer cannot grow. Bikram’s breathing exercises are not just for fun; they have a deep and powerful impact on health.
Chlorophyll in Matcha is an excellent oxygen carrier and quick healer, helps with detoxification and protects against radiation. The green blood of Matcha provides human beings with more red blood cells (helps reduce anemia). Chlorophyll transports oxygen to the cells which means better circulation, better organ functioning, better brain functioning, quicker repair of muscles and faster healing of burns, wounds and scars. Chlorophyll stimulates detoxification and supports the lymphatic system in its functioning. It is particularly known as oxygen carrier, blood cleanser and blood builder. Matcha help to make free radicals harmless. Chlorophyll in Matcha binds toxic radiation particles and eliminates them. EGCG and chlorophyll in Matcha protect against certain forms of radiation. Chlorophyll has anti-mutagen and anti-carcinogen qualities.
