Short Term Effects:
- Beta-endorphins are
produced and released (these are morphine
like substances produced by various cells in the body
that inhibit the sensation of pain).
- Cortisol production
increases (the precursor of cortisone).
This enables the
body to combat the stress associated with trauma or illness.
Long Term or Cumulative Effects:
- ATP
(adenosine triphosphate) production is increased
resulting in
improved cellular metabolism. ATP is the body’s
fuel, produced in healthy mitochondria.
- DNA
(deoxyribonucleic acid) production is substantially
increased. DNA is
the protein building block of tissue.
- Neurotransmission is
facilitated due to elevated levels of serotonin and acetylecholine.
- Mitochondrial activity is stimulated resulting in replication
of healthy cells.
- The cleansing and rebuilding power of macrophages, fibroblasts and
other cells is enhanced.
- Angiogenesis occurs
(the formation of new blood vessels).
- The cell membrane becomes more permeable, allowing essential
nutrient (Na, Cl and K) transfer to achieve electrolyte balance.
- Cytokines and
other chemicals enhancing cellular communications are
released
Other Effects:
- The immune response is stimulated
- Lymphatic
drainage is improved
- Production of growth hormone is increased
- Stimulation of the healing processes is accompanied
by relief of symptoms
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