July 2006
| "If people let government decide what foods they eat and what medicines they take, their bodies will soon be in as sorry a state as are the souls of those who live under tyranny." -Thomas Jefferson |
Health Bytes
 Vitamin E d-alpha tocopherol | This can't be said often enough: When vitamin E is evaluated, the form of the vitamin is crucial. Too often we've seen vitamin E intervention studies (including some in the Hopkins research) that used a synthetic form or an inferior form of the vitamin. Dr. Spreen: "No one should be taking the synthetic form of the nutrient (dl-alpha tocopherol - it should be d-alpha tocopherol at least. Even better is to take 'mixed' tocopherols (alpha, beta, delta, gamma). Also, vitamin E functions better when it's mixed with selenium." It's SO
SIMPLE! As with all vitamins, there are different forms. Use the
wrong form and you get poor results. Use the proper form and you
get good results. |
| Everything
in nature contains all the power of nature. Everything is made
of one hidden stuff. |
I grow and harvest various aloe species to use topically to help soothe sunburns, burns, blisters, mosquito bites, rashes, cuts and scrapes. As a natural antiseptic, aloe protects from infection and accelerates the body's healing. I observed from cutting off an aloe leaf that it seals itself up with no harm done to the rest of the plant. This sealing effect of the gel does the same thing to the skin pulling it together like a suture once it's dried in the air. The mucilage properties of aloe act as sealant creating a natural band aid or suture that protects and soothes various skin issues. With consistent use aloe will successfully diminish scars or shrink a pimple. I discovered that aloe's visco-elastic properties make a great cosmetic gel and in the place of foundation for clear smooth complexion. Simply smear the aloe evenly on your face and neck and let it fully dry, then apply blush if you wear make-up. Aloe is also a great degreaser for oily skin used in this way. So for a natural first aide simply go out to your garden or pot and cut off one of the leaves. Then slice off the outer skin of the leaf and liberally apply to wherever needed. Store any unused portion in the refrigerator for later use. For internal use puree the aloe gel (no peels) in a blender with a clean source of water or create a juice smoothie and drink it! Refreshing! |
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Water is this Months Element Plants
for water element include aloe, jasmine & thyme |  |
In
Honor of the Seasonal Cycles the best
days for
Planting in
July are: Harvest Days are: 12, 13, 16 17, 20, & 21 |
Earth
Formularias
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Maintaining A Healthy Organic Lawn
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The
Nestlé Corporation, Do You Have Diabetes and Not Even Know it?- One-third of U.S. adults -- that's 73 million people -- have diabetes or its precursor, impaired fasting glucose, according to research. A breakdown of the numbers shows that 19 million Americans have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and one-third of them do not know they have the disease... |
Coffee Protects Drinker's Livers: A study published in the journal "Archives of Internal Medicine" indicates that coffee may greatly reduce the risk of liver damage in those who consume alcohol regularly. Every daily cup of coffee reduced the incidence of cirrhosis, a condition that destroys liver tissue, by 22 percent. The results "should not be interpreted as giving a license to drink without worry, because of all the other problems connected with drinking." adding, "the only proper advice is to drink less," says Dr. Arthur Klatsky. NEW FOOD LABEL HIGHLIGHTS LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCTS A
new certification and labeling system has been launched in Western
Montana that goes a step beyond federal "USDA Organic."
The Western Montana Sustainable Growers Union has launched the
"Homegrown" label, which guarantees that products
sold to consumers are not only organic, but were also produced
within a 150 mile radius. The Homegrown label also aims to promote
fair labor practices. Farmers with the Homegrown certification
are also urged to purchase supplies locally to keep money in
the community. According to Lynn Byczynski, editor and publisher
of Growing for Market, a national magazine dedicated to farmers'
markets, "What they (the Growers Union) are doing there
is not uncommon. There are groups like this bubbling up all
over the place in response to the corporate takeover of organics. |
Genetically Engineered Crops May Produce Herbicide Inside Our Intestines-Glufosinate ammonium is structurally similar to a natural amino acid called glutamic acid, which can stimulate the central nervous system and, in excess levels, cause the death of nerve cells in the brain. The common reactions to glufosinate poisoning in humans include unconsciousness, respiratory distress and convulsions. One study also linked the herbicide with a kidney disorder. Aspartame is a Multi-Carcinogen-It is used as a measure to control or lose weight, which couldn't be further from the truth from what it really does. Aspartame increases the incidence of malignant tumours in rats. In the females it increases leukaemia and lymphomas, as well as cancerous cells in the pelvis and urethra. In the males, it especially increases the incidence of malignant tumours in peripheral nerves. The carcinogenic effect in children could be greater (because of their lower weight). The carcinogenic agents have a stronger effect on the embryo, which is why pregnant women are at greater risk. Three decades after a Californian doctor linked hyperactivity to preservatives and additives, Aussie kids are still consuming them. Australian toddlers are consuming almost double the amount of preservatives and additives the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends. They include:
acids, acidity regulators, anticaking agents, antifoaming agents,
antioxidants, bulking agents, food colouring agents, colour retention
agents, emulsifiers, flavours, flavour enhancers, flour treatment
agents, humectants, preservatives, propellants, stabilisers, sweeteners,
thickeners.
Pandemic Preparedness- Avian Flu |
| Essential Oils to Support the Journey of Self-Discovery I Through the gift of flowers and plant essences bestowed by Mother Earth and designed by God the whole person can be treated in body, mind and spirit. Bio-tech or man-made chemical odorants do not have the physio-psychospiritual benefits of nature. Real essential oils contain solar energy whose synthesis provides the power and effectiveness to affect negative mood states bringing balance to the mind and emotions. The solar life force in essential oils and their scents has long been used in the ascension process to reform character and personality characteristics while enhancing spirituality. Synthetics on the other hand simply seek to replicate a particular smell with a combination of chemicals and do not have the capacity to heal or even to perform antibacterial or anti-viral activities that many essential oils are well known for. In fact, synthetics are not designed to be beneficial at all other than to satisfy commercial interests by inducing behavioral change operating at a subliminal level. Always use high quality essential oils and be sure to know the source from where they come and how they are processed. The following are fragrances to support the transformation process as we spiral through stages that release us from the limitations that stand between the egoic personality and the awareness of our Soul.
Letting go is the capacity to forge forward and allow process to sweep us in rhythm with the greater universal flow, while self-awareness enables us to connect with our authentic self and to strive for fulfillment. Self-awareness of how we think, feel and react contributes to emotional well-being as well as identify our hopes, fears and dreams. Letting go to process and self-awareness is primary in the evolutionary process of the soul. Ratios |
Ingredients
Preheat
oven to 375 degrees fahrenheit. Bake 10-12 minutes. Yields
about 3 dozen 1-In
a large mixing bowl cream the butter and sugar. Add the
egg, vanilla and salt mixing well. |
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| Reservatrol is found in a wide range of edible plants particularly in grapes, but it is also found in berries and in peanuts. It is also an ingredient of red wine, red grape skins and seeds of purple grape juice. Reservatrol is a moderate natural antioxidant (a polyphenol) that helps to destroy the free radical damage that can be linked to several cancers. It's anti-inflammatory properties lowers total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels and is known to protect against a range of illnesses and diseases. Reservatrol rich foods can result in the reduction of cardiovascular disease. A glass of red wine provides reservatrol.Taken in moderation red wine has been shown to be effective against heart disease: One or two glasses of red wine per day is suggested as a 'therapeutic' dose, but since it also provides alcohol and calories it can not be recommended as a cure due to the risks associated with drinking alcohol. No substantive clinical trials have been undertaken but 500mg of reservatrol daily is currently thought to be reasonable. Reservatrol is also available in supplement form and without the alcohol and calories. |
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'The Judgment of Paris:' A Turning Point for Wine -This week, 30th-anniversary reenactments of the tasting were held in London and California -- and again, the Californian wines came out on top. |
Wellness is an active state that is oriented towards maximizing an individual's potential within their environment. Style of living deeply affects health and wellness and requires decisions to be made to change behavior and when to maintain current behavior. This life-long process of moving towards optimal well-being highlights six important dimensions of human health. These involve harmony between the physical, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual, occupational, and environmental wellbeing, which allows us to function to the best of our ability.
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The disease of the Mew Millennium or Metabolic Syndrome is a combination of ailments that include high blood pressure, excess abdominal weight, high blood cholesterol and high blood sugar. As many as 40% of American adults, or 50 million people suffer from metabolic syndrome. While researching this health complication I came across the first clinical human trial examining the effects of grape seed extract on metabolic syndrome. Grape seed extract is found to be most effective for this condition among other ailments. Read about the benefits of Grape Seed Extract |
Body Rhythm
| Find Your Body Mass Index Calculator- A Body Mass Index between 18.5 and 25 is ideal. People with a BMI between 25 and 29.9 are overweight and a BMI greater than 30 indicates obesity. |
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My friend and Wholisitc Viral Specialist, Ricardo Scipio, has written a much needed book for our times. "Making Peace with Herpes, A Wholistic Guide to Overcoming the Stigma and Freeing Yourself from Outbreaks." This informative book discusses the stigma of herpes affecting the ways we feel about ourselves, our body and our sexuality. |