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7 Ways To Attract More Positive Relationships

2015-12-22T15:21:00.001-08:00

7 Ways To Attract More Positive Relationships

1. Cut off the complaints.

Don't be a complainer and don't let others complain at you. It's cool to vent
once in a while, but complaining is just frustration without any plans behind
it. Set boundaries in your life to keep needless complaining out.

2. Acknowledge the past.

But don't live in. The past is in the past. Put your baggage down and walk
away. It takes time to heal from past injuries, but you have to allow yourself
to.

3. Love yourself first.

The best way to attract positive love is to love yourself. Love yourself
exactly as you are. Make yourself your top priority. Get to know the inner you
before you let anyone start checking it out.

4. Don't let anyone take your power.

Hold onto your power. Don't let your potential partners take power away from
you by changing your perception of yourself. Stand up for your truth. Listen to
what others might have to say, but think critically about it.

5. Understand that rejection is great.

Let me guess, the guy or gal you like didn't swipe right. Right? That's okay.
They judged you on your looks only. You don't want to be with anyone like that
anyway. Truly positive loves will want to get to know the real you.

6. Love every moment.

Find something awesome and joyous in every moment and every experience, even
the challenging times. Positive people are attracted to positive people.

7. Don't worry.

The right person will come along when the moment is perfect. Just continue
being yourself.

source -- http://higherperspectives.com/relationships/

6 Signs You Have Definitely Found Your Soulmate

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1. Things are just kind of intense.

Everything about your relationship seems intense. What you do for fun, your
ideas, your passions, your fights - everything has a certain fire behind it.

2. You feel like you've known them forever.

A soul mate is a person defined as someone who shares a piece of your soul,
so chances are, you've actually known them in a past life. So that extremely
familiar feeling makes sense. You should know them. You have a part of each
other in you both.

3. You just get each other.

It's not something I can especially easily describe here. But there's just
something between you that clicks. You understand what they're thinking and
feeling.

4. You love even their imperfections.

If you feel like you constantly need to change your partner for the better,
it's not exactly a good sign. With a soul mate, you'll find even their stranger
quirks and imperfections endearing.

5. You just can't picture life without them.

Once you've met your soul mate, you just can't see going on without them.
It's impossible to picture what life would be like without them gracing your
presence.

6. It's like you two against the whole world.

No matter what shit might go down, you have each others' backs. You can ride
out any storm together.

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source -- http://higherperspectives.com/relationships/

What is E. coli ?

2015-12-02T16:52:00.001-08:00

By Dr. Stephen Wangen

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E. coli is a bacteria. In fact, it's a very common bacteria and
it's good for you, most of time. Your health depends on it. But it's
not as simple as you might think. Not all E. coli is bad, and having E.
coli is a necessary part of life. Sounds confusing, but it's really
rather simple.

Everyone has E. coli. That is a fact. You have E. coli, and
lots of it. You can't live without E. coli. Although you never think of
E. coli, it is with you everywhere you go.The E stands for Escherichia,
the first name, or genus. Coli is the species. There are other species
of Escherichia, but the most common one is coli.

Where are E. coli?

E. coli live in your digestive tract. They are part of the vast
system of bacteria that inhabit your digestive tract. You have 100
trillion bacteria in there, and E. coli make up several hundred thousand
of those bacteria.

Is E. coli a probiotic?

Your good bacteria are often thought of as probiotics.
Probiotics taken as supplements usually only refer to other types of
bacteria, namely Lactobacillus (including acidophilus) and
Bifidobacteria. E. coli is a good bacteria, but it is not available as a
probiotic in the United States. However, it is available in Europe
under the brand name Mutaflor.

Why do most people think E. coli is bad?

There are two reasons that you think E. coli is bad. The first
is that when water is contaminated by sewage, the news reports that E.
coli was found in the water. The presence of E. coli in the water
demonstrates that the water has been contaminated. E. coli belongs in
the digestive tract, not in your water.The second reason that you think
that E. coli is bad is because there is a bad kind of E. coli. Like
other bad guys, this is the one that gets all of the press. This E. coli
is a specific strain of E. coli, called hemorrhagic E. coli, or
EH1574This type of E. coli is dangerous. It causes bloody diarrhea and
can kill children and older adults who do not have a strong immune
system. This type of E. coli is sometimes found in meat. If the meat is
not adequately cooked, then the E. coli will survive. When you eat that
meat, you can get sick from this strain of E. coli.

How do you treat bad E. coli?

Ironically, you cannot treat E. coli with antibiotics. In fact,
antibiotics may make an E. coli infection worse. The only treatment for
E. coli is to give the patient IV fluids to help prevent them from
getting dehydrated. Otherwise you must wait for your immune system to
take care of the E. coli. Probiotics would also likely be helpful. If
the patient is strong enough, then the E. coli infection will resolve
within a couple of weeks. Most E. coli are normal inhabitants of a
healthy digestive tract. But some E. coli go bad and join the other
team, wreaking havoc on the digestive tract. This confusing bacteria is a
complicated organism, but don't let the bad ones ruin you from
appreciating the good ones. For the most part, E. coli are your friends.

source -- http://answers.com/article/1210837/what-is-e-coli-

The Cannabinoid System

2015-11-14T09:10:00.001-08:00

The Cannabinoid System

Dr. Robert J. Melamede Ph.D. Chairman of the Biology Department of the University of Colorado: Conducting Scientific research on Cannabinoids

The Cannabinoid System has been around for over 600 million years. Before the Dinosaurs. The Cannabinoid System is continuously evolutioning and has been retained by all new species. Food and feeding is at the heart of the Cannabinoid System.
1. Cannabinoids are in every living animal on the planet above Hydra and Mollusks, with the exception of insects. Bodies are homeostatically maintained by the Cannabinoid System.
2. Mothers give their babies a booster shot of cannabinoids in mothers milk to give them the munchies
because they have to learn to eat. (they've been fed thru the umbilical cord and did not have to know how to eat.)
3. Mice lacking the CB1 receptors don't like any changes. If they are moved to another part of the cage they act upset and when they are put back to the original spot in the cage they relax, but if then put into another part of the cage they get upset again. Comment: I wonder if people, especially drug warriors, had their CB1 receptors blocked then they would resist change and the ones of us that have unblocked CB1 receptors enjoy the benefits of cannabinoids are a lot more relaxed and not paranoid about or over change. Interesting thought. It turns out that that thought is absolutely correct. Many people' brains are not capable of a good connection to the CB1 CB2 receptors.
4. All new species utilize cannabinoids.
5. By being alive and breathing air our bodies produce "free radicals". Cannabinoids help to reverse
this action.
6. Cannabinoids do kill brain cells, but the brain cells they kill are called "Glioma" or Cancer of the brain (Tumor). All other brain cells are protected and healed by cannabinoids. (Glioma cells cannot tolerate the
action of cannabinoids)
7. Cannabinoids protect against sunburn and skin cancer because of the CB1 receptors in our skin.
8. Cannabinoids slow down the aging process. Mice that their brains respond to cannabinoids live longer
and mice that have brains that block the CB1 receptors die younger.
9. Activity in the evolutionary advanced areas of the brain is increased in cannabinoids receptors and promotes higher consciousness levels.
10. Cannabinoids are even found in the white blood cells (CB2 receptors). The CB2 receptors are found predominantly on immunological cells and regulate the shift in the immune system to the anti-inflammatory mode.
11. Cannabinoids protect the heart against Arythmia.
12. The way it works on pain is there is specific nerves that deal with pain. They are called vanilloid-Receptors. Anandamide (sanscript word for "Blissful Amide"), the bodies internally produced marijuana
binds with the nerve endings, reducing pain. Anandamides are produced internally by our bodies in response to a whole variety of conditions. As an example, Aspirin prevents the breakdown of Anandamide, the internally produced marijuana to activate & start working at easing pain. How many old lady's say they
"WOULD NEVER" use marijuana & are actually using the equivalent of marijuana that their bodies produce as a natural activity, & don't even realize it. And how many politicians and citizens of the US do this also & aren't even aware they are condemning something that their bodies make naturally. Anecdotal
evidence is valid because when a person smokes marijuana & it relieves their pain, then they smoke it again & it relieves their pain again it becomes a fact known only to that person, but nonetheless true.
13. In the case of most autoimmune diseases, the bodies immune cells produces free radicals & is
destroying it's own body as a foreign object. Cannabis pushes the immune system into anti inflammatory mode & helps slow the progression of that disease, thereby slowing down the aging process.
14. Seizures are controlled by marijuana not only THC, but non-psychoactive cannabidiol.(CBD) The exact
mechanism is not known, however HEMP is high in CBD's & can cancel out the psychoactive high of THC & at the same time benefits the user or smoker. Cannabinoids control everything in our bodies including our minds.
15. There are many other things that Cannabinoids do in the body, besides attaching to the CB1 and CB2 receptors, the main cannabinoid receptors in the higher part of our brain. Cannabinoids affect our skin and other parts of our bodies.
16. Pharmaceutical companies are working at sythesizing different cannabinoid components and different types of strains of marijuana. If they can succeed, then there will be more choices for you and I to choose from and we will be able to use what works best for our particular bodies.
17. The natural course for mankind, because of the location of our CB1 CB2 the brains main receptors, is to
be more stoned.
18. Drug warriors are not doing what they are doing to us because they are intentionally evil, but because they are more primitive (obtuse comes to mind). They look at the world with fear and hostility not cooperativity and understanding.
19. According to a brain function study of 150 depressed people Cannabis protects the brain against healthy cell death and it also protects Neurons.
20. Cannabinoids dilate our brochial tubes and help asthsma sufferers to breath both in and out. Because of the balance that is maintained in our bodies for good health there are instances where it works backwards,
where death is possible, if too much is smoked. This goes back to the effects of cannabinoids on individuals and if it doesn't work for you, you should not use it. There was some old studies that were done back in 1977 where "AEROSOLIZED THC" was used on patients. This is not what the government tells us when they say it's not medicine, but we are all familiar with the 7 government patients that are supplied marijuana to be used as medicine and we know the government is lying.
21. Natural pain eradication by cannabinol used by our receptors.
22. Cannabinoids control how we view the future. If you're loaded with bad experiences you're going to be fearful of the future. Lots of smoking of cannabinoids makes you want to be in the future. Lack of change vs embracing the future and changes. Conservative people might die prematurely, stressed, uptight and fearful (genocide). Open minded people and mice are able to change, whereas; people with defective receptors and knock-out mice (mice that have had their receptors removed) will keep going to the platform after it has been removed. They will be fearful of change.
23. Cannabinoids prevent and treat certain types of Cancer. Glioma (Brain Cancer) along with
pheochromocytoma, skin cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, Lymphoma and Leukemia. Cannabinoids may prevent or cure cancer. Cannabinoids have a way of killing the bad cells and protecting the good ones.
24. Cannabis gives relief to Liver Disease & constant uncontrollable itching. Also, lack of sleep and depression and has been doing so for 600 million years.
25. THC in low doses relieves anxiety, while huge doses promote anxiety. (It's too strong like Marinol) Smoking marijuana relieves anxiety. Marijuana promotes sleeping better and normal persons when
they are deprived of marijuana would have difficulty sleeping. (One other thing I'd like to add: When ingested, delta 9 THC, on the first pass thru the liver, changes into delta 11 THC. Five times as psychoactive and much longer lasting. I don't know how many people understand that. Ralph)
26. Cannabis protects nerve cells from dying thus protects against Altzheimers Disease.
27. Our bodies make up marijuana like compounds to make us hungry. (gives us the munchies) Then turn off those compounds & we don't have the munchies anymore when it has had enough food. The cannabinoid system first appeared 600 million years ago. Food & feeding is at the heart of evolution & the development of new species.
28. Head injuries cause the body to produce Endo-cannabinoids to protect itself as well as protecting the body against Nerve Gas. Marijuana turns on the bodies Protective Mode, because when you're hungry the body makes Cannabinoids to turn on your hunger. Cannabinoids turn on the expression of a Particular Gene (at the same time it prevents the expression of other Genes).
How the Marijuana Receptors change the Integral Bio-Chemistry. Some of the Molecules that are involved or been studied in a Model Organism. There is a worm that people study alot. They have very simple Nervous Systems so you can define what exactly is going on. It turns out this one Particular Molecule regulates what is known as a Transcription Factor (It turns on the Expression of Genes.) It turns out that when you turn on the Expression of this Particular Gene of the Worm Model it actually promotes Mimicking a condition that actually Promotes Longevity of these worms. This Parallels what we've seen in mice. Because Marijuana exhibits Free Radicals so people who've been using Cannabis, Long Term, tend to Live Longer & Look Younger. Marijuana Promotes your Health by affecting your Nerve Cells, by Balancing your Immune System, by Reducing Fat Deposition in your Cardio-Vascular System. It looks as if it helps Burn the Synthesis of things like Cholesterol.

29. New research shows that the argument over outlawing cannabis because it "Causes Cancer" is no longer valid. There are Nicotine Receptors in your throat. There are no Cannabinoid Receptors in your throat. Cells have a Bio-chemical Program known as "APOPTOSIS". This Bio-chemical Program is activated when cells too damaged to repair themselves commit suicide. There is a Bio-chemical Pathway that controls that. Nicotine activates a path that protects the cells from dying. Smoking anything puts Carcinogens into your Air Passage-ways and Cardio-Vascular system. Cells that get damaged by smoke die and that's what you want to happen. Cells to die before they become Cancer Cells.

30. Cannabinoids modulate pain peripherally. In our bodies there are special kinds of pain receptors, known as Vanaloid receptors & they are sensitive to things like heat & excessive pressure & they are responsible for pain. It turns out that a natural regulator of that that down-regulates pain. The endocannabinoid known as Anandamide, the blissful amide, when you combine Sanskrit for ananda & amide for the chemical type. It's clearly known that cannabis can regulate pain, that's been done in numerous studies, but recently , as we learn more about the molecular mechanisms of pain & cannabinoid action what we have now learned is that there is a lot of crosstalk between the cannabinoid system & the morphine, the opioid system. The name of an article that just came out is called Chronic morphine modulates the contents of the endocannabinoid tuorachidonalglycerol in the rat brain. So, tuorachidonalglycerol is another endocannabinoid. We feel pain thru the sensory nerves that are telling us that we're in a painful situation & on the other hand we feel it within our minds because certain areas of our brain subsequently get tickled. What we are seeing now is that the cannabinoid system works both peripherally & centrally & what we are gonna talk about here is this new work that links the cannabinoids more with the opioids in that opioids & cannabinoids are among the most widely consumed drugs of abuse in humans & phenomena of cross-tolerations or mutual potentiation demonstrated between these two drugs. Some of the recent work on pain has come out of England as a result of work done by G.W. Pharmaceuticals which is a company that specializes in producing cannabis plants. They've developed different strains that have different ratios of the cannabinoids & those different plants have different properties. In the past I've mentioned Bi-Polar disorder. Some people who are Bi-Polar & are depressive find Sativa's are good to help elevate them & if they're in an elevated mood & in a manic state they have to be brought down alittle & the Indica's seem to be better for that & likewise they're different ratio's of these cannabinoids that are thought to benefit for example pain, more than others, that are thought to benefit auto-immune diseases. This is being worked out, but what I'd like to go into now is that some of the new links that seem to be occurring in this particular study that I just mentioned, what they are finding is that chronic administration of Opioids is in fact down-regulating the tuorachidonalglycerol which as mentioned, is one of the endo-cannabinoids. Interestingly the Anandamide level seem to be remaining the same, but this other one, tuorachidonalglycerol seems to be down-regulated. In knock-out mice, these are mice where a particular gene is missing, it turns out that you can eliminate alot of the withdrawal systems associated with opium if you have knocked out the receptors. When people go thru withdrawal, they get terribly nauseous & feel horribly sick, well, what we do know cannabinoids control nausea. That's why it's being used by people who are receiving Chemo-therapy or disorders where they are chronically nauseous. Cannabinoids can be very effective for that. So what we are seeing is that morphine turns down the Endogenous cannabinoid Arachidonic acid & that seems to be involved in some of the addictive behavior & this is kind of interesting because we know that cannabinoids themselves other than very twisted circumstances do not show addictive behavior. On the one hand we have the cannabinoid potentiating the morphine, in that people who need morphine for pain can often use 50% of what they normally use by including cannabinoids & on the other hand, we're seeing that the cannabinoid receptor system is involved in addiction & I mentioned a long time ago, that cannabinoids can be beneficial for some people in their attempt to withdraw & now we're seeing support for that in that chronic morphine administration is turning off one of the cannabinoids that's in turn, turning on some of the withdrawal systems.

31. Cannabinoids represent a general class of chemicals, not just cannabis & THC in plants, but rather also cannabinoids that are produced in our bodies. These happen to be Lipid compounds that result from burning & making fats. The thing that is so unique about this system represents how it works so broadly for various health reasons. That is that every single system in our bodies & by system I mean our nervous system or digestive system or reproductive system or immunological system or endocrine system, you name it & the cannabinoids are involved in maintaining what's known as homostasis balance. We need to have the right amount of these components of this system which includes the compounds

like THC which is better known as Lygan. They bind to specific receptors & then they are broken down by another enzyme that breaks down these things. So, we have a whole network of bio-chemistry that's influencing everything in our bodies. The question that arises is that the whole is always greater than the

sum of its parts. The system, the cannabinoid system influencing everything in our bodies & the question is what are the nature of the wholes? What are the greater pictures that emerge out of this cannabinoid systems activity. So we see, for example, regulating reproductive system, digestive system, immune

system & when they are all working together in a way that is concertedly modulated by the cannabinoid system what can we expect to see, & I would suggest that what's represented by the influences of cannabinoids & cannabis on our mind, in that it opens up our minds to new ways of thinking, it free's us

from being stuck in a single track of thinking & that's exactly the kind of thought processes that are required as we move into the future which is generally composed of the unknown. What the cannabinoid system is doing is giving us a way to peacefully & lovingly adapt to change & be open to change.

We see in these mice that we can knock-out the cannabinoid system that they are afraid of change. The implications of this are really profound if in fact we have people that are shifted one way or the other in terms of their ability to modulate & accept change that is of profound importance because we see people that are afraid to look forward, happily embracing the future. There are health ramifications for all of this. The cannabinoid system can help us with cardio-vascular disease where it reduces infarctsize with auto-immune diseases where it helps ameliorate & prevent the development of a whole variety of auto-immune diseases including things like arthritis, multiple sclerosis, diabetes, crones disease & it's also involved with, as a natural regulator of our pain. So we have this holistic medicine that's influencing so many things & I forgot to mention that it regulates our memories & mental pains & in fact, regulates alot of life/death decisions in our cells, nerve cells in particular, which is why it's so beneficial for neurological disorders often associated with the aging, such as Alzheimer's disease. What we're seeing is a holistic medicine & again it has to be used appropriately, too little is no good, & we may be making enough. Individuals may be making enough, but there could be many many people who are not making enough or their system is not active enough who will be able to benefit from the use of cannabis & other cannabinoids. To regulate all of the things we've mentioned that it regulates. So, we've got a holistic health program. To find the balance that's required for our optimum health is something that's totally built into the cannabinoid system. Therefore, it should be readily available to use wisely.

Cannabinoids, their boiling points, and properties

Δ-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
Boiling point: 157*C / 314.6 degree Fahrenheit
Properties: Euphoriant, Analgesic, Antiinflammatory, Antioxidant, Antiemetic

cannabidiol (CBD)
Boiling point: 160-180*C / 320-356 degree Fahrenheit
Properties: Anxiolytic, Analgesic, Antipsychotic,Antiinflammatory, Antioxidant, Antispasmodic

Cannabinol (CBN)
Boiling point: 185*C / 365 degree Fahrenheit
Properties: Oxidation, breakdown, product, Sedative, Antibiotic

cannabichromene (CBC)
Boiling point: 220*C / 428 degree Fahrenheit
Properties: Antiinflammatory, Antibiotic, Antifungal

Δ-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ-8-THC)
Boiling point: 175-178*C / 347-352.4 degree Fahrenheit
Properties: Resembles Δ-9-THC, Less psychoactive, More stable Antiemetic

tetrahydrocannabivarin
(THCV) Boiling point: < 220*C / <428 degree Fahrenheit
Properties: Analgesic, Euphoriant

Contrary to popular belief, the absence of rulers is freedom, not chaos.

Phosphenes are evidence that you see with your brain, not your eyes.

source -- http://www.hampapartiet.se/cb1cb2.htm

2015-10-29T09:39:00.000-07:00

Want Better Health? Turn to Your Spice Rack

By Nancy Gottesman, Lifescript Contributor

Published January 10, 2014

Ginger, garlic and other spices not only add flavor to food, but can ease inflammation, lower cholesterol and improve digestion. Read on for daily doses, recipes and seasoning secrets…

In cultures around the globe, tree bark, shrubs, seeds and bulbs have been used as food enhancers for centuries. Sound unappetizing? You’ve used them too, as cinnamon (made from tree bark), rosemary (shrub), mustard (seed) and garlic (bulb).

These plants and their products not only heighten flavor, but also play a significant role in our overall health. In fact, 80% of all people use plants as medicine to treat everything from digestive distress and fever to muscle pain and asthma, according to the World Health Organization.

In the U.S., we do the same, but less directly. Ever taken an aspirin? To relieve pain, the famed Greek doctor Hippocrates prescribed willow-tree bark and leaves because of their active ingredient salicin, a chemical precursor to aspirin.

These days, we only have to look as far as the kitchen to find herbs and spices containing antioxidants and other phytochemicals to boost our health.

“A pill is boring,” says Beth Reardon, M.S., R.D., an integrative nutritionist at Duke Integrative Medicine in Durham, N.C.

“By including more plant foods, like spices, in your diet every day, you can improve your health. They have a cumulative effect.”

Read on for the best medicine in your spice rack.

(Note: Experts, including Reardon, recommend consuming the real food rather than supplements. You can never be sure of the content of supplements that may increase risk of side effects.)

Turmeric
Spice source: Often called Indian saffron, this spice is known for its golden-yellow color. It’s often found in curry powder and many types of mustards.The shrub that produces turmeric is part of the ginger family and grows widely in India and other parts of Asia.

Reason to season: Instead of popping an ibuprofen (Advil) next time you have joint pain, sprinkle powdered turmeric into your stew or soup.

Its active ingredient is curcumin, which provides the spice’s yellow color and may help decrease symptoms of arthritis, tendonitis and other inflammatory conditions.

“Some studies show that the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric are just as good as conventional NSAIDs [nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like Advil], without the side effects of gastric distress,” says Elina Kaminsky, R.Ph., C.N.C., a pharmacist and nutrition consultant at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City.

Daily dose: 1/2 teaspoon may be enough to alleviate some joint inflammation, says Reardon.

Kitchen tip: Turmeric has a musky, ginger-like taste. It’s delicious when paired with savory dishes such as lentils, steamed vegetables and scrambled eggs. Try it in this Moroccan Vegetable Soup.

GingerSpice source: The tough, bumpy underground stem of the ginger plant has been used for its flavor, scent and therapeutic properties in Asian cultures for centuries.

Reason to season: Dried or fresh, ginger is a powerful remedy for stomach ailments.

“It can [prevent] nausea and gastrointestinal upset resulting from pregnancy, chemotherapy and motion sickness,” Reardon says.Also, some studies suggest ginger can relieve inflammation and reduce joint and muscle pain from rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Daily dose: 1/4-inch slice fresh ginger; 1/3 teaspoon powdered. On store shelves, you’ll also find it candied and pickled, but fresh ginger is best, says Reardon.

Kitchen tip: The juicy root has a tingly, pungent sweetness that adds a peppery warmth to fruits, rice, meats such as poultry or ham, marinades and chutneys, and salads.

For a soothing tea, slice or grate fresh ginger and add to boiling water sweetened with honey. (Store in the fridge.)

Try it in this Edamame-Ginger Dip.

GarlicSpice source: Often called the stinking rose, garlic is an edible bulb from the lily family.

Reason to season: Chopping or crushing raw garlic releases its active medicinal component, allicin, which can help lower cholesterol and blood pressure and slow development of atherosclerosis (artery hardening).

“Garlic can also act as a mild blood thinner and prevent blood clots,” Reardon says.

Consuming garlic might also decrease the risk of stomach and colorectal cancers by inhibiting tumor growth, according to the National Cancer Institute.

Daily dose: One raw clove. Although high heat may destroy some of garlic’s medicinally active compounds, cooked garlic still confers health benefits, says Kaminsky. Kitchen tip: Chop a few fresh cloves and add to extra virgin olive oil, then drizzle over greens, salads and pasta dishes. In the refrigerator, this seasoned oil remains fresh for about a week.

Or use whole, cooked cloves to season meats, potatoes and rice dishes.

Try it in this Lemon-Garlic Marinated Shrimp.

Cayenne PepperSpice source: This fiery powder comes from dried, ground red chili peppers.

Reason to season: Cayenne’s active ingredient is capsaicin, the compound that gives peppers heat and pharmaceutical potential.

Cayenne powder is used to stimulate digestion and protect the heart, says Kaminsky.

“It’s also used to treat colds and congestion, and as a carminative [flatulence reducer].”

Daily dose: 1/4 teaspoon daily, says Reardon.

Kitchen tip: Try cayenne instead of black pepper with veggies, salads, soups and stews. Add a fiery zing to fruit by sprinkling a pinch (a little goes a long way) on fresh mangos, papayas, cantaloupe and coconuts. Try it in this Southwest Black Bean Soup.

For an even higher dose of capsaicin, use chopped chili peppers, such as jalapeno, in chili and other bean dishes, soups, salsas and chutneys. Try it in this Roasted Chicken Tenders with Peppers and Onions.

Cinnamon
Spice source: This aromatic, sweet spice is made from the brown bark of the cinnamon tree.

Reason to season: A spoonful of spice may help the sugar go down. Cinnamon consumption can reduce glucose, triglyceride and LDL “bad” cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a 2003 Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center study.

If you're not diabetic, “during cold and flu season, drink hot milk with honey and cinnamon to warm you up,” Kaminsky suggests.

Daily dose: 1/2-1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon is all you need, says Reardon.

Kitchen tip: Available on store shelves as a ground powder or dried, tubular stick, cinnamon enhances the flavor of sweet potatoes, sugar-topped buttered toast, soy milk, oatmeal, baked apples and many desserts. Grating cinnamon stick into your coffee or tea adds a fragrant sweetness.

Try it in this Spiced Corn & Rice Pilaf.

Seasoning secretsHow you store and cook spices affects their efficacy. Here are some tips:

Store spices and herbs in a cool, dry place (out of direct sunlight).
Remove seeds from peppers to turn down their heat.
Add ground spices near the end of cooking time, since they release their flavor immediately.
Whole spices should be added at the beginning of cooking so their full flavor can be extracted.
Crumbling whole herbs just before use releases their flavor.
Chop or smash garlic cloves to release allicin, the active health-promoting ingredient.

Seasoning glossaryNot sure what you’re sprinkling on your food? Read on to learn how herbs, spices and other seasonings differ from one another.

Herbs are the stems and leaves of shrubs and can be used fresh or dried.
Examples: parsley, chives, thyme, sage, oregano, mint, rosemary, tarragon, basil, dill, cilantro, coriander.

Spices are the seeds, buds, berries, bark, root or fruit of tropical plants and trees.
Examples: curry, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, mustard seed.

Alliums are bulbous plants in the lily family.
Examples: garlic, green onions, onions, shallots, leeks, chives.

Peppers are the edible fruits of the Capsicum species.
Examples: jalapeno, Anaheim, habanero, serrano.

Adapted from an article originally published in Viv magazine.

Patio Farming: Growing Great Edible Gardens in Small Spaces

2015-10-24T10:10:00.000-07:00

Finding space to grow food can be challenging in urban environments, especially for renters and apartment dwellers. Container gardens are a wonderful way to grow beautiful and productive edibles in small spaces. Fun and easy for aspiring and seasoned gardeners alike, container gardens offer flexibility and manageability that in-ground gardens lack. In fact, the endless possibilities can make container gardening addictive.

Start by selecting some functional containers. In order to choose the best containers for your plants, the following questions need to be considered:

1. What do you want to grow? In general, the pot ought to be slightly wider and slightly taller than the mature size of the plant you want to grow. Tiny succulents can grow well in coffee cups or shallow bowls, but a tomato plant will need a lot more space.
2. Drainage: The pot needs adequate holes in the bottom to allow for water to drain out of the pot.
3. Toxicity: Avoid growing edible plants in containers that are made of or once held toxic chemicals. Don’t use treated wood or pallets for edible gardens, as they contain preservatives and other chemicals that may be toxic to plants and harmful to humans, as well.

As long as it meets these three criteria, anything that can hold soil can be a plant’s home. Feel free to be creative and select containers that are both fun and functional.

Potting Mixes

Once you have selected your containers, you will need to fill them with potting mix. A great potting mix is the foundation for a successful container garden. To make an effective potting mix, start with organic potting soil or compost.

To the potting soil, add some perlite and vermiculite. Perlite resists water and helps to maintain good drainage in your containers. Vermiculite holds water, and releases it back into the soil when conditions are dry. Mix one part potting soil, one part perlite and one part vermiculite to create your own all-purpose potting mix that is free of synthetic chemicals, provides good drainage, and contains organic matter to provide your plants with nutrients.

Wet the potting mix ingredients and mix them well. It is important to begin wetting the ingredients prior to mixing, as dust from the potting soil and perlite are not healthy to breathe. You will notice that it takes a lot of water to wet the potting mix thoroughly. The goal is to get the mix as wet as a wrung-out sponge.

Planting

Gather your transplants and fill containers to within one inch of the top with potting mix. Make a hole in the soil for the plant that is slightly wider and as deep as the root ball.

Gently turn the plant upside down and ease the root ball out of the nursery pot, being very careful not to damage the stem. Tease roots apart, snip off any circling roots, and place the plant in the hole. Make sure that the root ball makes very good contact with the potting mix, leaving no air gaps or pockets.

Return displaced dirt to the hole to fill in empty areas. Do not press or force the dirt into the hole. Gently water. The soil may settle, revealing low spots. If low spots appear, add a little bit more soil, as necessary, and water in again.

Watering

In warm weather and dry seasons, containers tend to dry out quickly, particularly small pots and clay pots. Mulch the top of the soil with wood chips or pebbles to decrease evaporation. Water your plants until liquid runs out of the bottom of the pot to prevent mineral build-up in your soil. To facilitate draining, place the pot on small legs or in a shallow dish filled with gravel.

Allow the soil to nearly dry out before watering again. Roots need air, so a water-logged plant will die just as quickly as a dehydrated plant. Too much water also encourages the growth of mildews and molds.

Fertilizing

Commercial potting soils generally have enough nutrients to last a couple of months. Following this initial period, add a balanced, water soluble organic fertilizer. For patio plants that are watered often, nutrients are flushed away rapidly. It may be helpful to refer to the directions on the fertilizer package, adjusting to fertilize twice as often at half the recommended strength. This provides a regular nutrient drip for plants that are contained and thus reliant upon the gardener to meet their nutritional needs.

Enjoy

Just about any container that can hold soil and water can become a plant pot – including buckets, boots, reusable grocery bags, and wine barrels. Have fun creating your unique patio garden, and enjoy the benefit of having your own fresh produce, right outside your door!

Thanks to Kari Spencer of TheMicroFarmProject.com for participating in the [Grow] Network Writing Contest.

Alot Of Good Reasons To Carry A Gun

2015-08-19T11:36:00.005-07:00

Pick the ones you like

Please take time to read this and pay particular attention to

"A Little Gun History" about half way down staggering numbers!

Why Carry a Gun?

✔ My old Grandpa said to me, 'Son, there comes a time in every man's life when he stops bustin' knuckles and starts bustin' caps and usually it's when he becomes too old to take a whoopin'.'

✔ I don't carry a gun to kill people; I carry a gun to keep from being killed.

✔ I don't carry a gun because I'm evil; I carry a gun because I have lived long enough to see the evil in the World.

✔ I don't carry a gun because I hate the government; I carry a gun because I understand the limitations of government.

✔ I don't carry a gun because I'm angry; I carry a gun so that I don't have to spend the rest of my life hating myself for failing to be prepared.

✔ I don't carry a gun because I want to shoot someone; I carry a gun because I want to die at a ripe old age in my bed and not on a sidewalk somewhere tomorrow afternoon.

✔ I don't carry a gun to make me feel like a man; I carry a gun because men know how to take care of themselves and the ones they love.

✔ I don't carry a gun because I feel inadequate; I carry a gun because unarmed and facing three armed thugs, I am inadequate.

✔ I don't carry a gun because I love it; I carry a gun because I love life and the people who make it meaningful to me.

✔ Police protection is an oxymoron: Free citizens must protect themselves because police do not protect you from crime; they just investigate the crime after it happens and then call someone in to clean up the mess.

✔ Personally, I carry a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take a whoopin'!

A LITTLE GUN HISTORY

✔ PLEASE DON'T THINK FOR A MOMENT, THAT THIS COULDN'T HAPPEN IN OUR COUNTRY ALSO !!!!!!

✔ In 1929, the Soviet Union established gun control:

✔ From 1929 to 1953, about 20 million dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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In 1911, Turkey established gun control:

✔ From 1915 to 1917, 1.5 million Armenians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Germany established gun control in 1938:

From 1939 to 1945, a total of 13 million Jews and others who were unable to defend themselves were rounded up and exterminated.
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China established gun control in 1935: From 1948 to

✔ 1952, 20 million political dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Guatemala established gun control in 1964:

✔ From 1964 to 1981, 100,000 Mayan Indians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Uganda established gun control in 1970:

✔ From 1971 to 1979, 300,000 Christians, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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Cambodia established gun control in 1956:

✔ From 1975 to 1977, one million educated people, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated.
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56 million defenseless people were rounded up and exterminated in the 20th Century because of gun control.
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You won't see this data on the US evening news, or hear politicians disseminating this information.

✔ Guns in the hands of honest citizens save lives and property and, yes, gun-control laws adversely affect only the law-abiding citizens.

With guns, we are 'citizens'; without them, we are 'subjects'.

During WW II, the Japanese decided not to invade America because they knew most
Americans were ARMED!

✔ Gun owners in the USA are the largest armed forces in the World!

✔ If you value your freedom, please spread this anti-gun control message to all of your friends.

✔ The purpose of fighting is to win. There is no possible victory in defense.

✔ The sword is more important than the shield and skill is more important than either.

✔ SWITZERLAND ISSUES A GUN TO EVERY HOUSEHOLD! SWITZERLAND'S GOVERNMENT ISSUES AND TRAINS EVERY ADULT IN THE USE OF A RIFLE.

✔ SWITZERLAND HAS THE LOWEST GUN RELATED CRIME RATE OF ANY CIVILIZED COUNTRY IN THE WORLD!!!

✔ IT'S A NO BRAINER! DON'T LET OUR GOVERNMENT WASTE MILLIONS OF OUR TAX DOLLARS IN AN EFFORT TO MAKE ALL LAW-ABIDING CITIZENS AN EASY TARGET.

I'm a firm believer in the 2nd Amendment! If you are too, please forward this. If you're not a believer, please reconsider the true facts. This is history; not what's being shown on TV, sanctioned by our illustrious delusional leaders in Washington.

5 Secrets About White Flour That will Shock You

2015-08-16T07:43:00.003-07:00

The standard American diet is a diet of chronic disease and death. Our food supply has been killing us slowly. White flour has been killing you!

In 1910, the Federal District Court of Missouri declared bleached white flour unfit as human food . But, unfortunately, according to H.W. Wiley, first chief of the Food and Drug Administration, the enforcement of this law was “halted through the political influence of the flour millers” and “no notice of violations has since been made by the FDA.” Mr. Wiley’s book “The History of a Crime Against the Pure Food Law” discusses this case. (Reference here) Nowadays, flour is made from wheat that is being treated with fungicides, pesticides, and insecticides from seedling to storage. Since then approximately 60 different chemicals have been approved to bleach flour.

5 Secrets About White Flour That will Shock You

1. Bleached Flour has no nutrients.
The manufacturers of white flour first remove the wheat seed’s bran, it’s 6 outer layers, and the germ which contains 76% of the vitamins and minerals. 97% of the dietary fiber is also lost.” It removes all Vitamin E, 50% of calcium, 70% phosphorus, iron, magnesium and B vitamins.

2. Added Potassium Bromate
After removing all the layers, and nutrients, flour is bleached, preserved, and aged with chlorine dioxide. It is further whitened by adding chalk, alum, and ammonium carbonate to make it look and feel more appealing to the consumer. An anti-salting agent called sorbitan mono-saturate is added in the final stage. Potassium bromate is also added to white flour. It is very powerful oxidizer that damages cells. Bromate is considered a category 2B carcinogen (= possibly carcinogenic to humans) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Potassium bromate has been banned in most of developed countries in 1994 including all countries in European Union (chlorine, bromates, and peroxides in food is banned in the EU), UK, Canada

3. White flour is a natural insecticide
Did you know that if an insect gets into the bag of white flour and starts eating it, that insect will die from consuming it? White flour is a natural insecticide because it kills any insect that attempts to live off of it.

4. Contains L-cysteine
This non essential amino acid is added to most conventional baked goods to speed industrial processing. L-cysteine is found in the majority of pizza doughs, cookies, pastas, pastries and fast food buns.

It can be synthesized in a laboratory but cheaper production methods include duck feathers and human hair. Besides human hair, other sources of L-cysteine include chicken feathers, cow horns and petroleum byproducts.Most of the L-cysteine comes from China where there’s a history of poor regulation. It is disgusting and scary.

5. White flour contains diabetes-causing contaminant alloxan
White flour contains alloxan. It is what makes your bread look fresh and clean. Studies show that alloxan destroys the beta cells of the pancreas. Alloxan’s harmful effects on the pancreas are so severe that the Textbook of Natural Medicine calls the chemical “a potent beta-cell toxin.” Unfortunately, knowing that alloxan is so toxic for your body, the FDA still allows companies to use it when processing foods we ingest. Fortunately, studies have found that the effects of alloxan can be reversed with vitamin E. According to Dr. Gary Null’s Clinicians Handbook of Natural Healing, vitamin E effectively protected lab rats from the harmful effects of administered alloxan.

References:

http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2006/08/347999.html

http://proliberty.com/observer/20050718.htm

http://www.vrg.org/blog/2011/03/09/l-cysteine-in-bread-products-still-mostly-sourced-from-human-hair-duck-feathers-hog-hair/

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1969479/?page=2

article source -- http://livingtraditionally.com/5-secrets-white-flour-will-shock/

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Whole Grains You Haven’t Tried Yet—Some Are Gluten-Free

2015-08-13T13:21:00.000-07:00

Published April 28, 2011 (Updated August 13, 2015)

You know that you’re supposed to eat whole grains, but many people just don’t like whole-wheat pasta, whole-wheat bread or whole-wheat anything. To make sure you’re eating enough whole grains, offer your taste buds more variety.

Here’s what some recent studies found…
• People who ate three or more servings of whole grains and less than one serving of refined grains (white bread, cookies, etc.) daily averaged 10% less belly fat—linked to cardiovascular disease and diabetes—compared with people who ate the fewest whole grains and the most refined grains.
• People who consumed the most fiber, primarily from whole grains, were 22% less likely to die during a nine-year study than those who ate the least fiber. Fiber’s protective effect was particularly pronounced in women.
• Two recent analyses from John Hopkins showed that those eating the most dietary fiber had a lower risk for death from any cause than those eating the least. For every additional 10 grams of dietary fiber, there was a 10% reduction in risk for death from any cause.
• In a Harvard study, compared with people who rarely ate whole grains, those who ate the equivalent of one bowl of oatmeal daily had a 9% reduced risk for early death…and for each additional daily ounce of whole grains, that risk was reduced by another 5%.
Problem is, fewer than 5% of Americans consume the USDA-recommended minimum of about three ounces of whole grains per day. What’s the big deal? Whole grain contains the entire edible part of a grain (a.k.a., “seed”)—including the germ (technically the sprout of a new plant)… endosperm (the seed’s energy storehouse)… and nutrient-rich bran (the seed’s outer layer). Refined grains, on the other hand, are stripped of their bran and germ layers during milling.

Julie Miller Jones, PhD, CNS, LN, professor emerita of nutrition at St. Catherine University in St. Paul, points out that enriched refined grains can have a place in a healthy diet—minerals contained in the grains can be better absorbed from an enriched product than one with a lot of fiber and bran. And if a whole-grain pasta or bread that is partly enriched refined grains is more appealing, at least it gets you to eat some whole grains. But, she adds, the greater the variety of whole grains you eat, the better. “Each whole grain brings different nutrients, fibers and phytonutrients to the table, so it is worth exploring and enjoying various types,” she explained.

Lesser known but delicious whole grains can be found in supermarkets, health-food stores and online. Check out these…

Amaranth provides protein, calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium and many other nutrients. It’s also free of gluten, a protein in wheat, rye and barley that can cause digestive upset in some people. When cooked, amaranth is pleasantly sticky and mild tasting. To cook: Boil one cup of amaranth grains in two-and-a-half cups of water or broth for 20 minutes or until tender. If desired, season with herbs, pepper and a bit of olive oil. Or use milk as part of the cooking liquid and add sweet spices, such as cinnamon and cardamom, Dr. Jones suggested. Also try amaranth flakes as a breakfast cereal… amaranth crackers… and amaranth flour, swapping it for one-third of a recipe’s white flour.

Buckwheat, a gluten-free grain, offers plenty of protein… the heart-healthy flavonoid rutin… plus bone-building magnesium and other minerals. It is strongly flavored, so Dr. Jones suggested serving it as a side dish paired with robust entrées, such as those made with red wine or balsamic vinegar. Cook the hulled, crushed kernels by simmering one cup of buckwheat in two cups of water for about 10 to 15 minutes (avoid overcooking so it doesn’t become mushy)… then flavor with onions, mushrooms and whatever else you like.

Kamut, the brand name for an ancient relative of wheat, provides protein, fiber, vitamin A, iron and zinc (it does contain gluten). With their nutty, buttery taste, kamut kernels make a great substitute for rice in recipes. Note that the cooking time is around 90 minutes… or you can soak the kernels overnight to reduce cooking time to about 30 minutes. Kamut flour can be used to bake bread, tortillas, cookies and more. Recipes: Kamut.com.

Quinoa is a tiny gluten-free grain rich in essential amino acids (protein building blocks that our bodies must get from dietary sources) as well as iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium and protein. To cook: Simmer one cup of quinoa and two cups of water or broth for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Add cooked quinoa to omelets or soups… or combine with vegetables, nuts and spices for a tasty side dish.

White whole wheat is an unrefined variety of wheat with a light-colored kernel. It has a lower gluten content than the red wheat used to make regular whole-wheat flour, so it produces foods with a softer texture and sweeter flavor, Dr. Jones explained. It provides nutrient and fiber content similar to that of regular whole wheat, though it is lower in some antioxidants (which accounts for its lighter color). In recipes: Substitute white whole-wheat flour for half of the refined flour or for all of the regular whole-wheat flour.

Source: Julie Miller Jones, PhD, CNS, LN a certified nutrition specialist and licensed nutritionist, is a distinguished scholar and professor emerita of food and nutrition at St. Catherine University in St. Paul. She regularly writes and lectures about whole grains and dietary fiber.

10 Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods…and 10 Foods to Avoid

2015-07-31T08:55:00.001-07:00

Inflammatory Food Index Proves Dining Drives Inflammatory Response

A few years ago, we reported on a newly created index to rank how particular foods encourage or discourage inflammation—a well-known contributor to chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer and dementia. Since the index is complicated and primarily for use by scientists, we also asked contributing medical editor and nutrition expert Andrew L. Rubman, ND, to give us his easy-to-follow list of foods that reduce inflammation—making us healthier—along with the most inflammatory foods that should be avoided. But first, here’s a recap of how the index works…

How Do Foods Spark Inflammation?

Researchers at the University of South Carolina, including James Hébert, ScD, creator of the index, and Philip Cavicchia, PhD, who helped him design it, scored 41 foods and food components thought to positively or negatively affect levels of inflammation, based on a review of all the English language, peer-reviewed studies relating to diet and inflammation that were published between 1950 and 2007. Since then, new research is bringing the index closer to “prime time”—ready to be used in epidemiological and clinical studies.

Carbohydrates, fat and cholesterol were among the food components most likely to encourage inflammation, while magnesium, beta-carotene, vitamins A, B-6, C, D and E, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, flavonoids, turmeric and tea were the strongest anti-inflammatories.

Next, using data from the Seasonal Variation of Cholesterol Levels Study (SEASONS), they examined the records of 494 men and women (average age 48), looking specifically at the relationship between the inflammatory index (what they ate) and their blood levels of C-reactive protein (typically called CRP). Manufactured by the liver, CRP predicts vulnerability to inflammation and is also elevated in people with obesity, allergies and immune disorders—a lower CRP is thought to translate to reduced risk for heart disease, cancer and other inflammation-related chronic health conditions.

After factoring in variables such as age, weight and smoking status, the researchers found that there is indeed a relationship between an anti-inflammatory diet based on the inflammatory index and a reduced level of CRP. A newer study confirms the accuracy of the index. Now, here are Dr. Rubman’s picks of the best and worst foods if you want to reduce inflammation in your body…

10 BEST ANTI-INFLAMMATORY FOODS

Wild salmon, mackerel and other omega-3-fatty-acid-rich fish.

Berries.

Green, leafy vegetables (e.g., spinach and kale).

Cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, etc.).

Deeply pigmented produce, such as sweet potatoes, eggplant and pomegranate… along with carrots, plums, oranges, peppers, peas and red grapes.

Nuts.

Whole grains.

Tea—specifically black, green and white teas.

Cold-pressed fresh oils, including avocado, flaxseed and olive oils in particular.

Spices (specifically, garlic, ginger, turmeric, saffron).

10 WORST INFLAMMATORY FOODS

Desserts made with lots of sugar (cookies, candy, ice cream and so on).

Sweetened cereals.

“White” carbohydrates (white bread, white rice, white potatoes, English muffins, etc.).

Nondiet soft drinks.

Anything containing high-fructose corn syrup.

Processed meats (bologna, salami, hotdogs, sausage and others made with preservatives and additives).

French fries, potato chips and other fried snack foods.

Fast foods, most specifically the ones that are high-fat, high-calorie, high simple carbohydrate—which describes most of the inexpensive offerings at quick-serve restaurants.

Margarine, because it contains processed sterols called stanols that have been implicated in both atherosclerosis and various fatty-deposit diseases. (But not naturally occurring fats, including cholesterol and saturated fat, which are beneficial in moderation.)

Organ meats such as liver, because these often contain undesirable products including antibiotics, fertilizer and other unwanted residues.

How to Feel Better Fast

While on the topic, Dr. Rubman urged me to add one more bit of information to this “highly inflammatory” list. “It should also include almost any food eaten quickly, especially if you drink a lot of liquid while eating,” he said, noting that this is all the more true for people who then end up soothing their predictable digestive distress by taking antiheartburn medication. His advice is to eat slowly…chew thoroughly…avoid liquids during a meal so that you don’t dilute the stomach acid and reduce its ability to help digest food…and include items from the “best” list in every meal, every day, while eliminating those from the “worst” list or at least reserving them for an occasional treat. “Within weeks, you will decrease your risk for disease, improve your digestion, enjoy more energy and feel better overall,” he promised.

Source: Philip P. Cavicchia, PhD, and James R. Hébert, ScD, director, epidemiology and biostatistics, The Cancer Prevention and Control Program, University of South Carolina, Columbia. Andrew Rubman, ND, medical director, Southbury Clinic for Traditional Medicines, Southbury, Connecticut. SouthburyClinic.com.
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Turmeric - Science Confirms As Effective As 14 Drugs

2015-07-27T13:00:00.000-07:00

Turmeric is one the most thoroughly researched plants in existence today. Its medicinal properties and components (primarily curcumin) have been the subject of over 5600 peer-reviewed and published biomedical studies. In fact, our five-year long research project on this sacred plant has revealed over 600 potential preventive and therapeutic applications, as well as 175 distinct beneficial physiological effects. This entire database of 1,585 ncbi-hyperlinked turmeric abstracts can be downloaded as a PDF at our Downloadable Turmeric Document page, and acquired either as a retail item or with 200 GMI-tokens, for those of you who are already are members and receive them automatically each month.
Given the sheer density of research performed on this remarkable spice, it is no wonder that a growing number of studies have concluded that it compares favorably to a variety of conventional medications, including:

Lipitor/Atorvastatin(cholesterol medication): A 2008 study published in the journal Drugs in R & D found that a standardized preparation of curcuminoids from Turmeric compared favorably to the drug atorvastatin (trade name Lipitor) on endothelial dysfunction, the underlying pathology of the blood vessels that drives atherosclerosis, in association with reductions in inflammation and oxidative stress in type 2 diabetic patients. [i] [For addition curcumin and 'high cholesterol' research – 8 abstracts]

Corticosteroids (steroid medications): A 1999 study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research found that the primary polyphenol in turmeric, the saffron colored pigment known as curcumin, compared favorably to steroids in the management of chronic anterior uveitis, an inflammatory eye disease.[ii] A 2008 study published in Critical Care Medicine found that curcumin compared favorably to the corticosteroid drug dexamethasone in the animal model as an alternative therapy for protecting lung transplantation-associated injury by down-regulating inflammatory genes.[iii] An earlier 2003 study published in Cancer Letters found the same drug also compared favorably to dexamethasone in a lung ischaemia-repurfusion injury model.[iv] [for additional curcumin and inflammation research – 52 abstracts]

Prozac/Fluoxetine & Imipramine (antidepressants): A 2011 study published in the journal Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica found that curcumin compared favorably to both drugs in reducing depressive behavior in an animal model.[v] [for additional curcumin and depression research – 5 abstracts]

Aspirin (blood thinner): A 1986 in vitro and ex vivo study published in the journal Arzneimittelforschung found that curcumin has anti-platelet and prostacyclin modulating effects compared to aspirin, indicating it may have value in patients prone to vascular thrombosis and requiring anti-arthritis therapy.[vi] [for additional curcumin and anti-platelet research]

Anti-inflammatory Drugs: A 2004 study published in the journal Oncogene found that curcumin (as well as resveratrol) were effective alternatives to the drugs aspirin, ibuprofen, sulindac, phenylbutazone, naproxen, indomethacin, diclofenac, dexamethasone, celecoxib, and tamoxifen in exerting anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activity against tumor cells.[vii] [for additional curcumin and anti-proliferative research – 15 abstracts]

Oxaliplatin (chemotherapy drug): A 2007 study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that curcumin compares favorably with oxaliplatin as an antiproliferative agenet in colorectal cell lines.[viii] [for additional curcumin and colorectal cancer research – 52 abstracts]

Metformin (diabetes drug): A 2009 study published in the journal Biochemitry and Biophysical Research Community explored how curcumin might be valuable in treating diabetes, finding that it activates AMPK (which increases glucose uptake) and suppresses gluconeogenic gene expression (which suppresses glucose production in the liver) in hepatoma cells. Interestingly, they found curcumin to be 500 times to 100,000 times (in the form known as tetrahydrocurcuminoids(THC)) more potent than metformin in activating AMPK and its downstream target acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC). [ix]

Another way in which turmeric and its components reveal their remarkable therapeutic properties is in research on drug resistant- and multi-drug resistant cancers. We have two sections on our site dedicated to researching natural and integrative therapies on these topics, and while there are dozens of substances with demonstrable efficacy against these chemotherapy- and radiation-resistant cancers, curcumin tops both lists:

Cancers: Drug Resistant
Cancers: Multi-Drug Resistant

We have found no less than 54 studies indicating that curcumin can induce cell death or sensitize drug-resistant cancer cell lines to conventional treatment.[x]
We have identified 27 studies on curcumin's ability to either induce cell death or sensitize multi-drug resistant cancer cell lines to conventional treatment.[xi]
Considering how strong a track record turmeric (curcumin) has, having been used as both food and medicine in a wide range of cultures, for thousands of years, a strong argument can be made for using curcumin as a drug alternative or adjuvant in cancer treatment.
Or, better yet, use certified organic (non-irradiated) turmeric in lower culinary doses on a daily basis so that heroic doses won't be necessary later in life after a serious disease sets in. Nourishing yourself, rather than self-medicating with 'nutraceuticals,' should be the goal of a healthy diet. [learn more at Sayer Ji's new collaborative project EATomology]

Resources

[i] P Usharani, A A Mateen, M U R Naidu, Y S N Raju, Naval Chandra. Effect of NCB-02, atorvastatin and placebo on endothelial function, oxidative stress and inflammatory markers in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a randomized, parallel-group, placebo-controlled, 8-week study. Drugs R D. 2008;9(4):243-50. PMID: 18588355

[ii] B Lal, A K Kapoor, O P Asthana, P K Agrawal, R Prasad, P Kumar, R C Srimal. Efficacy of curcumin in the management of chronic anterior uveitis. Phytother Res. 1999 Jun;13(4):318-22. PMID: 10404539

[iii] Jiayuan Sun, Weigang Guo, Yong Ben, Jinjun Jiang, Changjun Tan, Zude Xu, Xiangdong Wang, Chunxue Bai. Preventive effects of curcumin and dexamethasone on lung transplantation-associated lung injury in rats. Crit Care Med. 2008 Apr;36(4):1205-13. PMID: 18379247

[iv] J Sun, D Yang, S Li, Z Xu, X Wang, C Bai. Effects of curcumin or dexamethasone on lung ischaemia-reperfusion injury in rats. Cancer Lett. 2003 Mar 31;192(2):145-9. PMID: 18799504

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Prevent Superviruses

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We recommend a 7 step process:

There are some really scary viruses out there that we don't have "cures" for! This can leave us feeling completely helpless and afraid. Thankfully, there is something we can do! We can focus on boosting our immune system so strong now that we can hopefully avoid catching these "super-viruses" if we were to come in contact with them.
At New Life, we recommend 7 steps for boosting your immune system against these various viruses: Click on each one to "jump to" more detailed information below.

1. Take Oil of Oregano

2. Take Olive Leave Extract

3. Take Colloidal Silver - atleast 3x a day
4. Take Vitamin D

5. Use Midieval Blend Essential oil in your home

6. Eat a Raw Food Diet and get plenty of sleep

7. Avoid large crowds
The theory is, if you can focus on those things, you hopefully won't need all the extra gear.
1. Oil of Oregano

Protect yourself and your family! New antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria are getting out of control. New epidemics such as ebola and flesh eating disease are on the rise. Our air, water and food supplies are all carrying potential pathogens: contaminated meat, mad cow disease, salmonella and e-coli bacteria in chicken, parasites in sushi, giardia, cryptosporidium and other parasites in our water supplies.

An age-old remedy, Oil of Oregano, has been scientifically researched and proven to be one of the strongest and most effective broad spectrum antibiotics known to man. It is natural and safe to use. It will not create more mutant strains of bacteria. It effectively kills bacteria of every variety using only tiny amounts. It is also effective against fungus, parasites and viruses. It can be used externally and internally. There are no negative side effects. You need no prescription. It does not cost a fortune! Chemistry and Potency of Oregano Oil Oregano oil contains four main groups of chemicals that contribute to its potent healing powers. Phenols, such as carvacrol and thymol, act as antiseptics and antioxidants, while terpenes, which include pinene and terpinene, exhibit antiseptic, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and anesthetic properties. Linalool and bonreol are two long-chain alcohols found in oregano oil, which add to the antiviral and antiseptic qualities. Esters are potent antifungal agents. Two that are found in abundance in oregano oil are linalyl acetate and geranyl acetate. Although there is a combined effect of the many significant compounds found in oregano oil, its effectiveness is largely attributed to its primary ingredient, a phenol named carvacrol. When lab tested, carvacrol was found to be one of the most potent antibiotics known to science.1 In tests done at Georgetown University, it was found to be more effective than penicillin, streptomycin and even vancomycin (considered to be the strongest of all antibiotics). Unlike pharmaceutical antibiotics, oregano oil does not create resistant strains of mutant bacteria. It is able to naturally, and effectively, eliminate any pathogen that is unfortunate enough to cross its path. Oregano Oil Properties: Immune Stimulant As an immune system booster, oregano is unparalleled in the plant kingdom. It is many times stronger than echinacea or goldenseal. A couple of drops daily are enough to supercharge your immune system, which is your first and most powerful defense against disease. Antibiotic and Antiseptic Tooth and gum infections respond quickly to Oregano Oil, due to its powerful antibacterial and antiseptic properties. The oil is applied directly to the gums. A drop of Oregano Oil on your tooth brush will leave you mouth feeling fresh and clean. Regular treatment will vastly improve oral health and hygiene. Many people suffering from a variety of chronic infections have seen them disappear quickly after using the oil internally and externally. Food Poisoning In a recent study, approximately 20 percent of meat samples obtained from grocery stores contained antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Vegetarians can be affected by food poisoning, as well. Salmonella and E. coli have been found on such vegetables as iceberg lettuce and alfalfa sprouts, resulting in food poisoning. Restaurant food is often contaminated due to poor hygiene or improper washing of produce. By using oregano oil daily, you can significantly reduce your chances of being one of the 84 million cases of food poisoning that occur annually in North America. Antiviral Oregano oil has been used very successfully in treating viral conditions, such as colds, flu, shingles, herpes and warts. The fact that wild oregano oil can stop a cold or flu if taken at the first sign of symptoms is indicative of its amazing powers. , The aggressive antifungal properties of oregano oil work effectively against stubborn fungal infections such as candida and nail fungus. You may use the oregano oil internally for candida and both externally and internally for nail fungus. Mix a few drops with shampoo to get rid of dandruff or seborrhea, which are caused by fungal infection of the scalp. Take some to the locker room to eradicate athlete’s foot. Oregano oil is the active person’s best friend due to its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving action. Used topically, the oil deeply penetrates tissues and, in so doing, brings relief and speeds healing of bruises, torn and sore muscles, sprains, tendonitis, cramps, carpal tunnel syndrome and other similar injuries. These same properties make it a powerful remedy for arthritis. Anti-allergy Allergies, which are affecting increasing numbers of people, can often be eliminated by the internal use of oregano oil and by breathing the vapors from the oil. In many cases relief occurs quickly. Antioxidant Among the natural antioxidants, oregano oil is one of the most powerful. It protects cells from free radical damage and in the same way it prolongs the shelf life of foods. Antiparasitic Parasites, such as head lice and scabies, as well as internal parasites, are no match for oregano oil. The oil can be added to soaps, shampoos and diluted in olive oil for topical applications. By taking a few drops daily under the tongue, one can gain protection from water-borne parasites, such as cryptosporidium and giardia. Internal dosages also are effective in killing parasites and flukes in the body. Anti-venom Oregano oil is capable of neutralizing venomous bites, making it invaluable as an effective first aid treatment for bites of all varieties, including bees, snakes and spiders. Oregano oil is also useful for preventing infection from animal bites and other puncture wounds. It reduces inflammation and its anesthetic properties relieve the pain associated with bites and stings after topical application. Blood Oxygen Levels Many people suffer symptoms related to poor oxygen absorption in the blood. Their cells are starved for oxygen feel the effects as fatigue. Oregano oil used internally and externally increases oxygen absorption in the blood. Many people note increased energy after taking oregano oil. Anti-pleomorphism Bacteria, viruses and fungi are able to change form in the body as a result of changing chemistry within the body. This is known as pleomorphism. Think of it as shape shifting. Oregano oil is deadly to all types of pathogens; it can continue to be effective, no matter whatever form they assume. Oregano Oil Applications: Oil of Oregano will kill any kind of "germ". Proof of this statement can be found in the Quarterly Review of Biology, March 1998 and the Indian Journal of Experimental Biology, June 1977. Immune system stimulant Oregano oil has been proven in European studies to be a potent immune booster. Compared to plants such as echinacea and goldenseal, Wild Oil of Oregano is by far the most effective in boosting the body's natural immunity. Use 1-3 drops 3x a day to supercharge your immune system and maintain good health. Anti-inflammatory and analgesic/anesthetic (Pain reliever) Oil of Oregano is an athlete's best friend due to its anti-inflammatory and anesthetic action. Applied externally, the oil deeply penetrates tissues and in so doing, brings relief and speeds healing and reduces the pain of bruises, sprains, torn and sore muscles, tendonitis, cramps, carpal tunnel syndrome and other similar injuries. Arthritis responds well to this treatment. For topical use you may use it straight from the bottle. For people with sensitive skin you may dilute it by adding 3-5 drops of olive oil or carrier oil to 1 drop of Wild Oil of Oregano. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes and sensitive skin areas. Pain relief and added relief from arthritis, bursitis and other inflammatory conditions may be improved by also taking Oregano oil internally. Antifungal Candida is a fungus that infects millions of people. Wild Oil of Oregano contains powerful antifungal agents that eliminate Candida effectively and safely. Take 1-3 drops under the tongue or with juice 3 times daily. Continue the treatment for as long as necessary. Avoid foods that contain sugar and refined flour as these feed the Candida. Be sure to drink 8-12 glasses of pure spring water daily to help flush toxins out of your body. These toxins are generated when the Candida dies from coming in contact with the Oregano oil. Prolonged treatment and more aggressive dosages may be required. Nail fungus, which is particularly stubborn and hard to get rid of has a powerful enemy in Oregano oil. Wash and dry the nails. Soak them with the Wild Oil of Oregano twice daily. Take 1-3 drops of the Oil of Oregano 3 times daily. Continue treatment for 6 months.Nail fungus is usually a result of Candida infection in the blood. See above. Drink 8-12 glasses of pure spring water daily to flush toxins from the blood. Athlete's foot: Oregano oil's effectiveness in fighting fungal infections such as athlete's foot make it a must in the locker room. Apply the oil topically to the feet after showering and before bed.. , Among the natural antioxidants, oregano oil is one of the most powerful. It protects cells from free radical damage in the same way it prolongs the shelf life of foods. Take a few drops daily under the tongue to slow the effects of aging and maintain healthy cell structure. Antiparasitic Head lice and scabies: Parasites such as head lice and scabies are no match for Oregano oil's powerful antiparasitic properties. Add a few drops to a tablespoon of shampoo to wash hair and scalp. Add a couple of drops to a tablespoon of vegetable oil to apply to hair after shampoo or to other affected areas. Add a dropperfull to laundry soap to disinfect clothes. Cryptosporidium, giardia etc.: Add a drop to water that may be unsafe to protect yourself from parasites such as cryptosporidium and giardia as well as bacterial infection. Take 1-3 drops up to 3 times a day to clear yourself of parasites. Antibiotic Wild Oil of Oregano has been laboratory tested and proven to be as strong as pharmaceutical antibiotics with none of the associated hazards. Use it topically and internally for any kind of infection. Bedsores: Apply topically to affected area to speed healing and reduce discomfort. Burns, Cuts and Scrapes: Apply the oil topically immediately to clean and reduce pain in the wound. Quick application may prevent blistering and scarring from light burns and will prevent infection and speed rapid skin recovery in all wounds. Teeth and Gums: Oregano oil gives effective relief to toothaches by killing the bacteria causing the pain. Apply the oil directly to the infected tooth. Gum disease can be halted by using Wild Oil of Oregano in the mouth. The oil may be applied to infected gums with a clean finger, Q-tip or a drop can be placed on your toothbrush before brushing the teeth. Regular treatment will vastly improve oral health and hygiene. Food poisoning In a recent study about 20% of meat samples obtained from grocery stores contained antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Vegetarians can be affected by food poisoning as well. Salmonella and E. coli have been found on such vegetables as iceberg lettuce and alfalfa sprouts, resulting in food poisoning. Restaurant foods may often be contaminated due to poor hygiene of employees or lack of proper washing of the produce After dining, take 3-5 drops of Oregano oil as a preventative. If symptoms occur, take 3 drops hourly for up to 10 hours or until symptoms disappear. Natural antibiotics like Oil of Oregano do not induce antibiotic resistance as do the patented antibiotic drugs. Use Oil of Oregano to boost your immune system and to kill off unfriendly bacteria. This natural remedy provides defense against biological toxins. Antiviral Colds, flu, shingles and herpes: Use daily to maintain a strong immune system and to weaken the virus. At the first sign of a viral infection such as colds, flu, herpes, shingles etc., take 2-5 drops immediately and continue at a maximum of 3 drops per hour for a maximum of 10 hours. In the case of herpes or shingles, in addition, it is best to apply the oil directly to the spot where tingling may be felt before an outbreak. This will often prevent the outbreak. Due to the heat sensation, oil of oregano should not be used on sensitive skin areas or mucous membranes. Do not use in vagina or anus unless it is very well diluted by adding a drop or two of wild Oil of Oregano to a tablespoon of olive oil. Then test with a small amount first. When treated at the first sign of symptoms, most viral conditions will be rendered harmless. Warts can be treated by applying the Oil of Oregano directly to the wart with cotton wool. It is best to leave the soaked cotton on the wart as long as possible by taping with adhesive. Repeat this 2 or 3 times a day and take 3 drops under the tongue three times a day for a few months. Planter's warts can be successfully removed in a few days by applying the oil directly to the wart several times daily. It may help to break the surface of the skin to allow the oil to penetrate to the root of the wart. Antivenom Oregano oil is capable of neutralizing venomous bites, making it invaluable in the wilderness or when traveling abroad. It's an effective first aid treatment for venomous bites of all varieties including bees, snakes and spiders. Oregano oil is also useful for preventing infection from animal bites and other puncture wounds. It reduces inflammation and stops the pain associated with bites and stings. Apply directly to stings or bites. The oil will penetrate into the wound and neutralize toxins and pathogens. Take a few drops internally to amplify the effect. Usage, IMPORTANT! Wild oil of oregano can be used both internally and externally. The vapors can be inhaled to effectively combat lung complaints and coughs. The oil should be kept away from the eyes and mucous membranes, as well as sensitive skin areas. Children under the age of twelve should not take the oil internally. Children may be treated by diluting the oregano oil in olive oil and rubbing it on the soles of the feet or other areas of the body. The adage “less is more” applies to the use of oregano oil. Start with minimum amounts to observe the effects prior to taking larger dosages. For internal applications use only the true Mediterranean species of Wild Oregano (origanum vulgare). Other species of Oregano may be ineffective and even dangerous. Many of these oils are mislabeled and, in fact, are not the true Oregano. Full strength (‘neat’) essential oil of Oregano is far too powerful for the internal or even external applications. For your safety, use only a proper blend of Oregano and the highest quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil, such as Hedd Wyn Essentials brand. All of us are completely unique in our body make up. There is no one set dosage that will work for everyone. A trial period may be necessary to determine the optimum dosage level for your particular condition. Listen to your body. It is the best judge. Some people will require less than recommended dosages. Other people will require up to 2 or 3x the recommended dosage. In these cases spread the extra doses over the period of the day rather than taking them all at once. For instance, you would take 3 drops 5 x daily rather than 5 drops 3x daily. Wild Oil of Oregano is a potent antibiotic and antifungal. When you kill these pathogens, they release toxins into the bloodstream. These toxins can make you feel fatigued or create flu-like or cold-like symtoms and in rare cases skin rashes. This is a sign that your body is trying to detoxify. It is known as a healing crisis or a Herxheimer reaction. You may avoid this kind of discomfort by drinking at least 8 glasses of pure spring water daily in order to flush the toxins from your body. Most people feel better quickly when they first take Oregano oil. However, if you get any of the above symptoms, reduce your consumption of Oregano oil and drink lots of pure, spring water. Once the symptoms have passed you may again increase the dosage. Nature provided us with a potent remedy for a wide range of afflictions in Wild Oregano herb and oil. It is a natural medicine chest in a bottle. Once you give it a try, it will become your friend for life. Sources: 1. International Journal of Food Microbiology (research by: Akgul and Kivanc 2. The Cure is in the Cupboard How to Use Oregano for Better Health by Dr. Cass Ingram, Knowledge House 1997 http://curingherbs.com/wild_oregano_oil.htm 2. Olive Leaf Extract The olive tree has been called The Tree of Life. The low incidence of cardiovascular disease in many Mediterranean populations has been attributed to the benefits of an olive-oil rich diet. In investigating the cardiovascular benefits of olive oil and the olive, many researchers have virtually ignored other components of the olive tree which have been shown to inhibit viruses and pathogenic bacteria including herpes, influenza, malaria and of particular interest recently Anthrax, smallpox, botulism and the plague. The antibacterial, antiviral component derived from olive leaves is called oleuropein. In the late 1960s, researchers at the Upjohn Company discovered an antimicrobial fraction of oleuropein called calcium elenolate (Fig. 1A, page 15). This substance was lethal to every virus the researchers tested it against (using both in vitro and in vivo studies). Studies demonstrated that the components of olive leaf extract are also toxic to a wide range of bacteria, protozoa, yeasts, parasites and fungi. Antibacterial Agent Scientists began taking a closer look at olive leaf extract because the leaves of Olea europaea are known to be resistant to attack by insects and microbes. Researchers have published numerous studies concluding that olive leafs active ingredient, oleuropein (Fig. 1B), is a natural antibiotic agent. With the threat of bioterrorism looming larger, a report in Dr. Morton Walkers book, Natures Antibiotic: Olive Leaf Extract is of particular interest. Dr. Walker noted that this natural substance is toxic to bacteria-caused diseases like anthrax and botulism. (1) Furthermore, it is well-known that wastewater from olive oil mills kills aerobic spore-forming bacteria. Anthrax (Bacillus anthracis) is spore forming and aerobic. (2) Oleuropein also is toxic to other members of the bacillus bacteria family. A 1991 report in Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry documented that oleuropein, at adequate concentrations, inhibited spore germination and the outgrowth of Bacillus cereus spores. Bacillus cereus causes a potentially lethal form of food poisoning characterized by vomiting, severe flatulence, diarrhea, muscular weakness, nerve damage to the heart, and pain in the upper arms, neck, chest and bones. Oleuropein is thought to achieve the bacterial destruction of Bacillus cereus by either inactivating cellular enzymes crucial for bacterial replication or by attacking the cell membrane, destroying its permeability and causing leakage of intracellular components such as glutamate, potassium and phosphorus. The authors concluded that oleuropeins method of action was similar to that of BHT. (3) An in vitro study revealed that oleuropein and its derivative hydroxytyrosol act as natural antibiotics against a range of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Most impressively, these two components of olive leaf inhibited Staphylococcus aureus, the bacteria responsible for many hospital-acquired infections. (4-5) Staphylococcus aureus is notorious for its ability to mutate against antibiotics, and there are few antibiotics left to wipe out this life-threatening micro-organism. Components in olive leaf extract also have inhibited the growth of E. Coli and Bacillus subtilis. (6) As recently as 1998, researchers investigated oleuropeins antibacterial action and concluded that it can enhance nitric oxide production in mouse macrophages. By increasing nitric oxide production, oleuropein appears to arm the macrophages against endotoxins (bacterial poisons generated by gram-negative bacteria). Interestingly, oleuropein only increased nitric oxide production when endotoxins were present. (7) Inactivating Viral Invaders Researchers have shown that calcium elenolate, a component of olive leaf extract, is lethal to a number of viruses. Different forms of influenza viruses were particularly vulnerable to this natural substance. In fact, calcium elenolate inactivated all influenza viruses tested by the Upjohn researchers. The researchers hypothesized that the calcium elenolate prevents viruses from entering cells. (8) In a 1969 report in the journal Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy, the lead researcher for the Upjohn study, Harold E. Renis, reported that calcium elenolate inhibited a number of viruses, including parainfluenza, herpes, pseudorabies, vesicular stomatitis, encephalomyocarditis, Newcastle disease, some forms of polio, and Sindbis. Every virus exposed to calcium elenolate, except for reovirus and poliovirus, were inactivated. (9) Renis and his team saw great promise in olive leafs active component, calcium elenolate. In his report, Renis wrote, ...calcium elenolate is virucidal for a broad spectrum of viruses. (9) Other researchers at Upjohn administered calcium elenolate into the nasal cavities of a variety of animals. They found it to be safe and well-tolerated. (10) According to Dr. Morton Walker, olive leaf extract also inactivates smallpox, Ebola, plague, Epstein-Barr virus and hepatitis. (1) Other Benefits Since olive leaf extract has been shown to dispel protozoan-caused diseases, its not surprising its reputation as an anti-malarial dates back to the early 19th century. In the 1800s, physicians brewed olive leaves and administered the bitter tea to malaria patients. The doctors reported their patients improved after drinking this tea. (1) The Upjohn researchers determined that olive leaf extract inhibited at least 56 disease-causing bacteria, viruses and protozoa, including the malaria-causing Plasmodium falciparum. The researchers also found it was effective against Vaccinia, a contagious viral disease of cattle, produced in humans by inoculation with cowpox virus to confer immunity against smallpox. (1) Conclusion Olive leaf extracts safety and efficacy has been demonstrated in animal experiments and by the hundreds of clinicians around the country who have used olive leaf extract to treat their patients with remarkable results. Traditional antibiotics such as doxycycline or ciprofloxacin are the first line of defense in case of an Anthrax attack. But natural antibacterial substances like olive leaf extract could serve as a back-up in the event terrorists bioengineer Anthrax organisms to resist antibiotics or in case antibiotic supplies are exhausted during an epidemic. In addition, once Anthrax symptoms arise, antibiotics may prove ineffective. Olive leaf extract is a safe antimicrobial substance suitable and safe for preventive and daily consumption. As an antiviral, it may also protect against terrorist-triggered outbreaks of viral diseases such as smallpox. Finally, it should be emphasized that the components of olive leaf extract inactivated every cold and flu virus they were tested against, indicating Olive Leaf should occupy an important place in the medicine cabinet. References 1. Walker, Morton MD. Natures Antibiotic: Olive Leaf Extract, Kensington Books, New York, 1997. pps. 65-68, 39, 149. 2. Rodriguez MM, Perez J, Ramos-Cormenzana A, Martinez J. Effect of extracts obtained from olive oil mill waste waters on Bacillus megaterium ATCC 33085. Journal of Applied Bacteriology. 1988; 64:219-26. 3. Tassou CC, Nychas GJE, Board RG. Effect of Phenolic Compounds and Oleuropein on the Germination of Bacillus cereus T Spores. Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry. 1991; 13:231-37. 4. Bisignano G, Tomaino A, Lo Cascio R, Crisafi G, Uccella N, Saija A. On the In-Vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Oleuropein and Hydroxytyrosol. J. Pharm. Pharmacol. 1999; 51: 971-74. 5. Nychas GJE, Tassou SC, Board RG. Phenolic extract from olives: inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus. Letters in Applied Microbiology. 1990; 10: 217-220. 6. Heinze JE, Hale AH, Carl PL. Specificity of the Antiviral Agent Calcium Elenolate. Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. 1975; 8(4):421-25. 7. Visioli F, Bellosta S, Galli C. Oleuropein, The Bitter Principle of Olives, Enhances Nitric Oxide Production By Mouse Macrophages. Life Sciences. 1998; 62(6):541-46. 8. Renis HE. Inactivation of Myxoviruses by Calcium Elenolate. Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. 1975; 8(2):194-99. 9. Renis HE. In Vitro Antiviral Activity of Calcium Elenolate. Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. 1969, pps. 167-72. 10. Elliott GA, Buthala DA, DeYoung EN. Preliminary Safety Studies with Calcium Elenolate, an Antiviral Agent. Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. 1969: pps. 173-76.

The Benefits of Silver

Nanotechnology has rendered silver into an exceedingly powerful tool destined to be one of the most commonly used minerals in the health industry, communications industry, sanitation industry, energy industry, alternative power industry, environmental management industry among many others.

The reason for this wide-spread application is because of nanotechnology’s influence upon silver’s well-established (A) biological catalytic activity which may excite higher life forms into maximal states of immune function when the silver is in an oligodynamic state,1, 2, 3, 4* and (B) its physical characteristics which establishes that it possesses the greatest electrical and thermal conductivity of all metals while possessing the lowest contact resistance.5

While there's no argument that colloidal silver is the world’s most powerful natural antibacterial and antifungal agent, the ability of colloidal silver to protect against viral pathogens has, until recently, not been fully embraced by the medical community.
Fortunately, startling new medical research reveals that silver may well be your #1 defense against viruses as well. Here’s what the medical evidence demonstrates…

Safe, Natural, Highly Anti-Viral

In spite of the fact that it has not yet been fully embraced by the medical community as an anti-viral agent, nevertheless, safe, natural mineral silver, in a variety of forms, including colloidal silver, has nearly three decades worth of solid medical research behind it, demonstrating its powerful anti-viral qualities.
Indeed, newer clinical laboratory research demonstrates that silver is so powerfully effective against viruses, it even stops the deadly HIV (i.e., the AIDs virus) from infecting human cells. And older research dating back to the 1980’s demonstrates that silver can stop numerous types of viruses from replicating, simply by bonding to them.
In fact, silver altogether decimates many viruses, simply by being in close contact with them.

Tiny Nano-Particles are the Key

Medical science has now demonstrated that tiny silver nano-particles are absolutely deadly against many forms of viral pathogens.

The key, as you’ll discover throughout this report, is in the size of the silver particles.
They must be very small silver micro-particles – i.e., what is more commonly known as “nanosilver” – in order to exhibit such powerful anti-viral qualities.
In this special report, you’ll discover some of the most convincing medical evidence demonstrating that nano-scale sized silver particles – which is to say, very small particles of silver measured in nanometers (nm) – are the single-most effective all-natural anti-viral substances on the face of the earth.

Colloidal Silver to the Rescue

What’s more, you’ll come to understand why colloidal silver – the popular nutritional supplement known as the world’s most powerful natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal agent – is very likely your #1 best bet for all-natural, non-drug protection against potentially deadly viral agents, too, as long as it contains tiny, nano-scale sized silver particles.
Finally, you’ll also learn the 7 critical steps you must take now in order to keep yourself and your family protected against viral infections of all kinds. And you’ll learn how to be fully prepared in case the global flu pandemic – or some other nasty mutant hybrid viral pathogen – rear its ugly head in your area.
But first, let’s start with the clear, factual growing body of medical evidence on behalf of the powerful antiviral qualities of safe, natural silver.

The Famous HIV Study

In June 2005, the prestigious journal Nanobiotechnology published a ten page study that rocked medical science.
The study was the result of seven scientists’ exploration into the virus inhibiting qualities of nanosilver – very tiny, invisible particles of silver measured in nanometers. (A nanometer is one-billionth of a meter, or one-ten thousandth of a hair’s breadth.)
What the study demonstrated is that these tiny nano-scale particles of silver were able to inhibit HIV-1 (i.e., the AIDS virus) from binding to host cells, in vitro.
What this means is that in the test tube, when the researchers placed the AIDS virus alongside human cells in a medium that would normally allow the virus to bind with the cell (and thus cause viral infection), the introduction of tiny nano-particles of silver into the medium prevented the binding from taking place.
In other words, the silver particles stopped the infection from taking place.
The study abstract reads as follows:

Abstract

“The interaction of nanoparticles with biomolecules and microorganisms is an expanding field of research. Within this field, an area that has been largely unexplored is the interaction of metal nanoparticles with viruses.

In this work, we demonstrate that silver nanoparticles undergo a size-dependent interaction with HIV-1, with nanoparticles exclusively in the range of 1-10 nm attached to the virus.

The regular spatial arrangement of the attached nanoparticles, the center-to-center distance between nanoparticles, and the fact that the exposed sulfur-bearing residues of the glycoprotein knobs would be attractive sites for nanoparticle interaction suggest that silver nanoparticles interact with the HIV-1 virus via preferential binding to the gp120 glycoprotein knobs.

Due to this interaction, silver nanoparticles inhibit the virus from binding to host cells, as demonstrated in vitro.”

While silver’s well-known toxicity to a wide range of bacterial and fungal pathogens has been thoroughly documented in previous research by many leading research facilities, this study takes the previous research to a whole new level.
For the first time, the long-proven antimicrobial properties of silver nanoparticles were applied to a highly infectious form of virus with no known cure. And the interaction between the metallic particles, the virus and the cells were studied.
The scientists tested a variety of particle sizes. And they also tested the idea of coating the tiny silver particles with several different surface chemistries including a “foamy carbon matrix,” a polymer and a protein molecule. The goal was to determine if any of these substances would help stabilize the silver particles and aid the silver’s anticipated reaction with the virus.
What they discovered, however, is that only the ‘free surface’ silver nanoparticles in the range of 1 to 10 nanometers interacted with the HIV-1 cells.

Silver Nanoparticles Rule!

This basically means the silver needed no help from the other substances. In fact, anything added to the basic silver nanoparticle served only to prevent the metal’s interaction with the viral microorganism!
What’s more, according to the study, only the very smallest silver particles inactivated the virus’ ability to bond with the host cells. Larger particles did not.
Ultimately the study found that the tiny silver nanoparticles no larger than 10 nm were able to bond to the deadly viral microorganisms and prevented the virus from bonding with the host cell. No bonding to host cell, no viral infection!

Colloidal Silver Beats the Smallpox Virus

But HIV is not the only virus silver has been demonstrated to be effective against.
In a study published in the Pharmaceutical Chemistry Journal back in September 1992, it was found that that several different preparations of colloidal silver showed amazing efficacy against the smallpox virus.
Two medical colloidal silver preparations were used, one called Collargol, and one called Protargol. The latter was apparently a diluted preparation.
The study showed a 700 times reduction in the concentration of viral particles when Protargol was applied, and a whopping 11,000 times reduction in viral particles when the more highly concentrated Collargol was applied.

Silver Inactivates Herpes Simplex Type I and II Viruses

Going back even further, a study conducted in 1972 at Department of Microbiology, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan demonstrated that the Herpes Simplex Virus types I and II were totally inactivated by low concentrations of silver nitrate, which is a more caustic, chemical form of silver.
According to the study, silver nitrate caused so much damage to the viruses, they simply could no longer cause infection.

EPA Approves Use of Colloidal Silver
Spray Disinfectant that Kills Viruses on Surfaces

Moving forward to recent years, even the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has now approved silver for certain antiviral purposes.
As reported by the Silver Institute (a group which keeps silver investors appraised of all of the new uses for silver in business and industry), the EPA has recently approved the use of a product called Axen30, a liquid spray disinfectant similar to colloidal silver, for use in child day-care centers, preschools, schools, gymnasiums and children's activity centers.
Axen30 is a dilute formula consisting of 30 ppm silver used as a spray disinfectant. But here's the interesting part:
The EPA-approved advertising claims for Axen30 include a 30-second kill time and a 24-hour residual kill time on standard indicator bacteria, a two-minute kill time on the resistant bacteria MRSE and VRE, a 10-minute kill time on fungi, a 30-second kill time on HIV Type I, and a 10-minute kill time on other viruses.
Now that’s amazing – a proven 30-second kill time against HIV (i.e., Human Immunodeficiency Virus, aka the AIDS virus), and a ten minute kill time against other viruses!

Silver Compound in Countertops Eliminates SARS Virus

One of the most feared viruses now being studied by scientists is the SARS coronavirus – a upper respiratory virus that causes severe acute respiratory syndrome, leading to death in a large preponderance of cases.
It has been found that while SARS spreads through the usual routes, such as the airborne route caused by coughing and sneezing. But a large percentage of infections by this virus are caused when the virus simply lands on a countertop and sits there, awaiting someone to come by and touch that countertop, then touch the virus to their eyes, ears, nose or mouth.
Perstorp, a Swedish manufacturing company based in Italy, manufactures a special polymer from which countertops are made. What makes the Perstorp countertop unique is that extremely tiny nanosilver particles are impregnated into the polymer.
Upon human contact, the nanosilver-impregnated polymer begins emitting silver ions. This unique silver ion-emitting polymer was developed for use with products such as toilet seats, door knobs, and other common contact surfaces.
According to news reports, the compound was successfully tested by the Chinese Centre for Disease Control against SARS, which has a particular interest in public safety due to the numerous SARS virus outbreaks of the past few years in China.
Zhang Panhe, professor at the Academy of Military Medical Sciences in China, recently stated, “We tested the compound against a four-hour, eight-hour, and 24-hour exposure period and found no surviving SARS virus upon 24 hours of exposure to the polymer...”
In other words, when the polymer was purposely contaminated by the SARS virus, it began killing the virus within four hours, and had killed all SARS viruses on the surface within 24 hours.
This special silver-impregnated polymer is now in use in many hospitals, laboratories and medical research facilities throughout China.
What’s more, many variants of silver-impregnated polymers are being used in similar medical-related facilities around the world, in order to help stop the spread of potentially deadly bacterial, fungal and viral pathogens.

Monkeypox Virus Inhibited by Silver Nanoparticles

Even some of the most exotic viruses have been demonstrated to be sensitive to silver.
According to a study published in volume 3, number 4, April 2008 edition of Nanoscale Research Letters, very small silver particles (10 nm in size) significantly inhibited the infectivity of the Monkeypox virus.
The study was conducted in conjunction with the Applied Biotechnology Branch, Human Effectiveness Directorate of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio.
The study’s authors concluded, “These results demonstrate that silver-based nanoparticles of approximately 10 nm inhibit Monkey Pox Virus infection in vitro, supporting their potential use as an anti-viral therapeutic.”
According to Wikipedia.com, monkey pox virus is usually transmitted to humans from rodents, pets, and primates through contact with the animal's blood or through a bite. Its symptoms can be difficult to distinguish clinically from smallpox (to which it is closely related) and chickenpox (to which it is not related).
You may remember news headlines back in 2003 regarding an outbreak of monkey pox virus in the U.S. midwest, among owners of pet prairie dogs.
What this demonstrates is that very tiny micro-particles of silver, known as nanosilver, are even effective against exotic viruses such as those coming from animals! If that doesn’t put you in mind of the recent “Swine Flu” scare, in which the infectious agent was shown to be a hybrid of swine, bird and human viral parts, I don’t know what will.

Silver Prevents Replication of Hepatitis B Virus

In a recent study conducted by scientists at the University of Hong Kong, it was demonstrated in vitro (i.e., in the test tube) that very tiny silver particles have the ability to interact with viral DNA in such a way as to prevent replication, whether the virus was inside the host cells (i.e., inside human cells, where viruses would normally replicate) or outside the host cells.
This is especially important, because it implies that silver can not only prevent viruses from infecting cells, but can also stop cells that are already virally infected from spreading the infection.
According to a research abstract from the University of Hong Kong, the scientists examining the action of silver particles on the Hepatitis B virus “hypothesize that the direct interaction between these nanoparticles and HBV double-stranded DNA or viral particles is responsible for their antiviral mechanism.”
The scientists point out that this only demonstrates the effectiveness of very tiny silver particles against the HBV (i.e., hepatitis B virus), and not necessarily other viruses. Nevertheless, once again we have a study demonstrating conclusively that very tiny particles of silver have the ability to interfere with viruses, preventing them from interacting with human cells and causing infections.
According to a news article about this study, the researchers discovered that

“…ultra-tiny silver particles could reduce the extracellular DNA formation of HBVs by over 50 percent, and could check their intracellular RNA formation, too.

'Silver nano-particles have special properties such as larger active surface and porosity so that they can easily bind with small molecules,' China's XINHUA news agency quoted Lu as saying, referring to a hypothetical explanation they had put forward on the new antiviral mechanism.

'The finding provides a new direction for developing new anti-HBV drugs, with nano-particles used as drug carrier to enhance the antiviral efficacy while minimizing the undesirable side effects,' Lu told a press conference Monday.

The young researcher said there are currently only two kinds of drugs approved for treating chronic HBV infection, namely immunomodulators and nucleoside analogues. But their uses are affected by side effects and drug-resistant mutations.

Hepatitis B is one of the worst killers as it chronically infects over 400 million people worldwide, with certain developing countries and regions hit hardest.

Lu said silver nano-particles have an additional distinct advantage. It is unlikely that HBV can become resistant to silver nano-particles because the interaction is determined by the physiochemical properties of the tiny particles."

Is Colloidal Silver the “Final Solution” to the Coming Viral Plagues?

Finally, two highly respected researchers, Dr Eric Gordon, MD and Dr. Kent Holtorf, MD, writing in the prestigious Townsend Letter for Doctors, believe colloidal silver is the answer to many forms of viral infections, including serious upper respiratory viral infections such as flu pandemics.
They point out in their article titled A Promising Cure for Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Pandemics, Including the Avian Flu: Has the Final Solution to the Coming Plagues Been Discovered? that, “the collective authoritative medical literature has documented efficacy of silver's virotoxicity against over 24 viruses.”
What’s more, the authors state that the 200-plus viral strains known to cause upper respiratory tract infections, including most flu viruses, will also most likely succumb to the powerful antiviral qualities of very small particles of “oligodynamic silver" (i.e., a medical reference to silver being extremely powerful even in small quantities).
In fact, the authors point out that silver is likely going to be the answer to any future global viral pandemic, stating “A broad-spectrum anti-viral agent that really works is needed to combat over 200 viruses that cause Upper Respiratory Tract Infections. Undoubtedly oligodynamic silver fits this bill...Emerging medical studies confirm the stellar, broad-spectrum virotoxic efficacy of oligodynamic silver both in vitro and in vivo.”
Indeed, the authors state, not only has silver been demonstrated to decimate many of the viruses associated with deadly viral flu infections, but it has also been proven to decimate most of the well-known bacterial pathogens that cause serious secondary infections during a viral infection, including the following:

Streptococcus pneumonia
Corynebacterium diphtheriae
Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Klebsiella pneumoniae
Haemophilus influenzae
Bordetella pertussis
Mycobacterium (Tuberculosis)
Inflammatory conditions of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat
Spring Catarrh
Pneumococci
Pneumonia

It is these secondary bacterial infections that often kill the infected individual, once the flu virus has sufficiently weakened the body.
But colloidal silver’s powerful, broad-spectrum anti-pathogen qualities covers such a wide range of pathogens you can easily see why the report’s authors – both respected medical doctors – refer to it as “the Final Solution to the Coming Plagues.”

Experts Now Recommending Colloidal Silver
for flu and Other Viral Pathogens

In spite of an FDA crackdown on companies touting colloidal silver as a Swine Flu preventive and remedy, a number of high-profile medical researchers and related experts have been recommending colloidal silver as a first-line of defense against the Swine Flu and other viral pandemics.

These include Dr Eric Gordon, MD, Dr. Kent Holtorf, MD, Dr. Sherry Tenpenny, DO, Major General Albert "Bert" N. Stubblebine III (former commanding general of the United States Army Intelligence and Security Command), Dr. Rima E. Laibow, MD, Dr. Leonard G. Horowitz, Dr Rebecca Carley (the vaccine expert) and many others.

Even Pravda, the top newspaper in Russia, recently recommended colloidal silver for the Swine Flu, stating:

“The best defense against swine flu, or any flu, is the age old remedy of colloidal silver. The metal silver in its colloidal state can be safely consumed and used in the body. Bacteria and viruses cannot develop resistance to colloidal silver. Silver disables a vital enzyme and mechanism in all bacteria and pathogens so that they cannot survive. It is good to take a few teaspoons of colloidal silver daily to maintain health. More colloidal silver should be taken if experiencing illness.”

Dr. Gordon Pedersen Recommends Colloidal Silver

Dr. Gordon Pedersen, Ph.D., an expert in toxicology and virology who writes for the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and is Director of the Institute of Alternative Medicine, has recently joined the ranks of those advocating for colloidal silver usage in the face of coming viral pandemics.
In his new article, “Swine Flu Influenza Type A/H1N1 Protection for Health Care Practitioners and Their Patients,” published in the Anti-Aging News Journal, he repeatedly recommends silver to stop not only the hybrid virus itself, but also the secondary bacterial infections that cause diseases such as pneumonia, which set in after the body has been weakened by the virus.
(As noted earlier, it is often the secondary bacterial infections that seriously disable or even kill the patient, rather than the virus itself which often only weakens the patient allowing other more opportunistic pathogens to move in and take hold.)
Here is a brief example of what Dr. Pedersen has to say about using Silver Sol (a colloidal silver solution) against the Swine Flu and other Influenza type A viruses, as well as the secondary infections that accompany them:

“Influenza viruses are the respiratory viruses of greatest public health importance, particularly Influenza A. Every year 36,000 people die from Influenza making it the 6th leading cause of death in America…
…Silver Sol provides proven prevention and treatment against viral and bacterial infections, while there is nothing else with such broad spectrum benefits. In addition, Silver Sol can be safely taken every day for prevention where it has been shown to provide protection against the very dangerous Bird flu H5N1…”

New Study Reviews The Antiviral Qualities of Colloidal Silver

A recent study published in the Journal of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine, titled "Viral Pathogens and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome: Oligodynamic Ag1 for Direct Immune Intervention," further underscores the medical evidence for the powerful antiviral qualities of colloidal silver. As the study points out:

Medical literature shows that a variety of viruses have been successfully treated with silver-based drugs. However, ‘silver salts’ and/or inferior silver preparations lack the bio-availability, active silver content and safety needed to be effective.
State-of-the-art, electrolytically produced ‘oligodynamic’ Ag1, however, offers distinct advantages and versatility of use over older and cruder formulations. Possessing much smaller, subnanometer-sized particles, greater electrical potential and lower concentrations, it is more bio-available than other formulations.
Efficacy against the SARS-related coronavirus, for example, may be enhanced when nebulized Ag1 is inhaled. This should achieve swift reduction of viral loads, especially in the early stages. Moreover, there is no known toxicity for Oligodynamic Ag1 in humans. The only known mechanism of resistance also appears to play no role notwithstanding the mutability of the coronavirus. Therefore no functional barrier to the virotoxic effects of oligodynamic Ag1 may be expected regardless of the rapidity or variety of mutations.

What the study explains, in a nutshell, is that while silver-based preparations have long been known to have antiviral qualities, the most effective of them all are preparations that feature very small, subnanomenter-sized silver particles that are highly electrically charged. The study concludes that when you have silver particles that are both super-small and highly electrically charged, even rapidly mutating viral pathogens are susceptible to them!

And Even Another New Study Reveals The
Antiviral Qualities of Small Particles of Silver

In another recent study, this one published in the prestigious Journal of Nanobiotechnology, and titled, "Silver nanoparticles are broad-spectrum bactericidal and virucidal compounds," researchers from Winston-Salem State University, in Winston Salem, NC, reiterate the fact that very tiny particles of silver have been demonstrated to be highly antiviral. The researchers wrote:

"The efficacy of AgNPs (i.e, silver nanoparticles) against HIV-1 [i.e., the AIDS virus -- ED] has been reported by many laboratories including ours.
It has been shown that AgNPs have got anti-HIV-1 activity and can help the host immune system against HIV-1.
This has laid ground for the development of new, potent antiviral drugs capable of preventing HIV infection and controlling virus replication. Recently, it has been demonstrated that AgNPs function as broad-spectrum virucidal and bactericidal agents, and in addition, increase wound healing.
...Interactions between viral biomolecules and silver nanoparticles suggest that the use of nanosystems may contribute importantly for the enhancement of current prevention of infection and antiviral therapies.
Recently, it has been suggested that silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) bind with external membrane of lipid enveloped virus to prevent the infection. Nevertheless, the interaction of AgNPs with viruses is a largely unexplored field. AgNPs has been studied particularly on HIV where it was demonstrated the mechanism of antiviral action of the nanoparticles as well as the inhibition the transmission of HIV-1 infection in human cervix organ culture.
This review discusses recent advances in the understanding of the biocidal mechanisms of action of silver Nanoparticles."

In short, clinical research studies such as this demonstrate that even the dreaded AIDS virus appears to be no match for tiny particles of silver. Researchers continue looking to find the best ways possible to deliver the tiny particles of silver to the body, for maximum effectiveness!

British Research Demonstrates Tiny Silver Particles Kill Stomach Viruses!

In one of the oddest stories of the last few years, it turns out that British researchers are also looking into the antiviral qualities of very small particles of silver. According to the British newspaper, The Telegraph, British scientists working in tandem with international drug-makers Janssen and Johnson & Johnson have discovered a way to incorporate tiny silver nanoparticles into intestinal bacteria, creating a new silver-based drug that can wipe out food poisoning viruses such as the dreaded rotavirus, and perhaps even flu and cold viruses as well.
The popular British newspaper states: “Scientists have discovered that they can attach tiny studs of silver onto the surface of otherwise harmless bacteria, giving them the ability to destroy viruses.
They have tested the silver-impregnated bacteria against norovirus, which causes winter vomiting outbreaks, and found that they leave the virus unable to cause infections. The researchers now believe the same technique could help to combat other viruses, including influenza and those responsible for causing the common cold.”
The news article goes on to state that in addition to fighting food-poisoning viruses such as the norovirus (now responsible for record numbers of potentially life-threatening food-poisoning cases worldwide) this strange new silver-based product could also be “incorporated into a nasal spray, water filters and hand washes to prevent viruses from being spread.”

The Nano-Particle Difference:
Good News and Bad News

As you’ve seen throughout this report, silver is without a doubt one of the single-greatest natural antiviral agents on the face of the earth. And its broad-spectrum antibacterial qualities are indisputable.
However, the size of the silver particles is one of the most important factors in the ability of silver to disable, or even decimate, such a broad spectrum of viruses.
Indeed, most of these studies have demonstrated one simple fact: the smaller the silver particles are, the better they work, with silver particles of 10 nanometers (nm) or less in size being the most effective against viruses.
The truly good news is that colloidal silver products containing silver particles of that size – known as micro-particle silver, or nanosilver, for short – are readily available in health food stores and through online vendors.
However, the bad news is that these products are frequently very costly, due to the uniquely small characteristics of the silver particles they contain when compared to conventional brands of colloidal.
In fact, a tiny four-ounce bottle of true nanosilver can cost as much as $25 to $35 depending upon the brand, and the size and quality of the silver particles it contains.
The problem is this: four ounces is only about enough colloidal silver for three or four days worth of treatment for a single person with a severe viral infection – not nearly enough should a serious viral assault strike home. After three or four days, you’d have to get another costly bottle, and perhaps another, and another, depending upon the size of your family and the number of people infected.
Meanwhile, in a pandemic situation, everybody else will be making a mad dash to their nearest health food store for nanosilver, also. And within days, shelves will easily be stripped bare. So even if you can afford it, you might not be able to get enough nano-scale colloidal silver to do yourself and your family any good.
stock up now!

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Protect Your Family's Health - Rethink Your Shopping Habits When It Comes To MEAT!

2015-07-24T10:07:00.000-07:00

I believe the movement toward sustainable food and ethical meat is very important, both in terms of human health and animal welfare. Organic, grass-fed, and finished meat that is humanely raised and butchered is really about the only type of meat that is healthy to eat.

By purchasing your meat from smaller farms that raise their animals in a humane fashion, according to organic principles, you're promoting the proliferation of such farms, which in the end will benefit everyone, including all the animals. The organic industry also tends to favor far more humane butchering practices, which is another important part of "ethical meat." The following organizations can help you locate farm-fresh foods — including organic grass-fed and finished meats — in your local area:

Local Harvest -- This Web site will help you find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies.

Farmers' Markets -- A national listing of farmers' markets.

Eat Well Guide: Wholesome Food from Healthy Animals -- The Eat Well Guide is a free online directory of sustainably raised meat, poultry, dairy, and eggs from farms, stores, restaurants, inns, and hotels, and online outlets in the United States and Canada.

Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) -- CISA is dedicated to sustaining agriculture and promoting the products of small farms.

FoodRoutes -- The FoodRoutes "Find Good Food" map can help you connect with local farmers to find the freshest, tastiest food possible. On their interactive map, you can find a listing for local farmers, CSA's, and markets near you.

Also, when looking for antibiotic-free meat, it's best to familiarize yourself with the various labels²⁰ currently in use, as some are useful, while others can be downright deceptive:

100% USDA Organic label offers excellent assurance that antibiotics have not been used at any stage of production.

"No antibiotics administered" and similar labels also offer high assurance that antibiotics have not been used, especially if accompanied by a "USDA process Verified" shield.

"Grass-fed" label coupled with USDA Organic label means no antibiotics have been used, but if the "grass-fed" label appears alone, antibiotics may have been given.

"American Grass-fed" and "Food Alliance Grass-fed" labels indicate that in addition to having been raised on grass, the animal in question received no antibiotics.

The following three labels: "Antibiotic-free," "No antibiotic residues," and "No antibiotic growth promotants," have not been approved by the USDA and may be misleading if not outright fraudulent.

"Natural" or "All-Natural" is completely meaningless and has no bearing on whether or not the animal was raised according to organic principles. "Natural" meat and poultry products can by law receive antibiotics, hormones, and genetically engineered grains, and can be raised in confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs).

source -- website By Dr. Mercola
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2015/07/15/cafo-system-collapse.aspx

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6 Essential Food Types To Grow Your Own Food Pantry

2015-06-14T16:25:00.001-07:00

Last year, I devoted a better part of a year encouraging all of you to get prepped in the 52 Weeks to Preparedness series. This program was so successful, we made it into a book. Hopefully, you have taken action and stocked up now that food prices are getting out of hand. Today, I want to ask you to stretch yourself and take things to the next level by encouraging you all to take another step towards self-reliance.
Commercial food sources have become corrupted with genetically-modified foods, hormones/antibiotics, pesticides and neurotoxins. This is no way to keep your family healthy. Your food pantry should be stocked with healthy foods, and growing them yourself may be the only option left.
If you are just beginning your food pantry, ideally, you want to store long lasting shelf stable foods that your family normally consumes, as well as find foods that serve multiple purposes. Having tools on hand to dehydrate and preserve extend the shelf life exponentially. Here are 25 foods to use as a starting point. Many of the foods listed in the previous link can be grown in a garden or on your property. By taking steps to grow your own food, you can naturally begin to restock grains, fruits and vegetables, spices, canned meals, and even plant-based oils for your pantry. Most importantly, you have total control on how the food sources are grown. An added benefit to growing your own food, is that they attract deer, wild pig, birds and other animals you can lure for food sources.

What You Need to Get Started

Proper Equipment: Your investment in this venture is simple: garden supplies, seeds and small trees, a few tools (dehydrators, oil expellers, canning equipment) and time. Although growing your food is more of an agrarian type of pantry system, this is the best way to learn self-reliance as well as the best way to help you learn how much food your family needs to thrive.
Start Small: As with all prepping endeavors, start small and don’t get in over your head. Start a vegetable/herb garden and then accent it with additional beds for berries and grains. Once this is established, start adding fruit bearing and nut bearing trees.
Be Efficient: Further, creating an efficient gardening area equipped with a water source for easy irrigation, a composting area and natural sources for manure will help you make the most use of the space you have. The following image best describes this type of gardening space.

6 Essential Food Types To Grow Your Own Food Pantry

1. Herb garden

Herbs are one of the easiest additions you can make to a garden. Best of all, they like a little abuse and don’t require as much water as vegetables do. A trick that I have learned is to plant my herbs along the perimeter of the garden. This is the driest area of the garden and they are very happy there. Further, since they are usually small in stature, you can easily trim them and make more room in the middle of the garden for vegetables. When the herbs are ready to be harvested, get your dehydrator ready! You can make teas, spice blends, herbal extracts, emulsions and medicinal tonics. Read about these 6 Fool-Proof Tips for a Successful Garden

2. Vegetable garden

There is no better feeling that growing your own food, in my opinion. It’s very rewarding and the taste from fresh grown produce is like no other. Start with the easiest seeds to grow and then consider adding a berry patch and perennial vegetables to help you make the most of your time. By growing perennials, you’ll create a more diverse garden that ultimately needs less from you: You’ll spend less time working and more time harvesting. Perennial are also a great way to create an edible landscape. Wild leeks, onions, asparagus, artichokes, rhubarb and sorrel are some of the delicious perennial additions you can add for future harvests.

3. Legumes

Legumes make up a large portion of our food pantry. Beans, peas and lentils are the richest source of vegetable protein, as well as a good source of fiber, calcium, and iron. Aside from using legumes in the usual manner, legumes can also be ground into an alternative flour source, sprouted for a fresh vegetable source, or made into spreads such as hummus. To learn more about why having a protein in your shtf diet is essential, click here.

4. Fruit trees

Having wild fruit trees in abundance not only provide edible food for humans and livestock, but they also attract needed pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds. The crab apple tree, mayhaw tree, mulberry tree, pear tree, persimmon tree and plum tree offer food for animals such as the deer, quail, goose, pheasant, and turkey. Most of the fruit from these trees can be dehydrated or made into tasty jams, jellies, and fillings for pies. Further, look into finding the dwarf-variety of fruit trees. There are many varieties of very small fruit trees now, including semi-dwarf, dwarf, dwarf, mini, and colonade trees. It would seem that you can grow fruit just about anywhere, but there are some catches to it. For instance, you will need more than one fruit tree variety to produce fruit. Also, you need to look into what zone you are living in to ensure the fruit trees can grow there. Fruit trees can also be grown in a greenhouse – if you have sufficient ceiling height and space. Some people put them in large pots on wheels, to move them in and out. Others plant them in the ground in the greenhouse.

5. Grains

Grains are essential to any pantry; they can be ground into flours, added to stretch meals or made into delicious cereals. Start growing the easy to grow grains and learn how to incorporate them into your favorite recipes. Growing grains such as wheat, spelt, oats, rice, amaranth, buckwheat, barley, millet, and rye in your backyard doesn’t require any special machinery, and you may be surprised at how little space it takes to grow a substantial supply of homegrown grains. A typical family uses about a bushel of wheat (60 pounds) a year, plus about ¼ to ½ bushel of other grains. Given reasonably good conditions, you should be able to grow a bushel of wheat in a 20- by 50-foot plot (1,000 square feet).

6. Nuts and Seeds

Although a majority of nuts and seeds come from trees, there are some seed producing plants that can be grown in the garden. Sunflowers, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds and peanuts can be grown in the garden and used to make cereals, added to dishes or eaten all on their own.

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How To Cold Smoke Chicken For Mouth Watering Deliciousness

2015-05-20T15:19:00.001-07:00

And this is not a contest entry but a good article on how to make
chicken that is mouth watering delicious. Even our finicky cat likes
it.

“This is really good Mom” my 15 year old son looked at me with serious appreciation. My heart glowed with maternal delight and I grinned at him.
Our fingers and faces were sticky and we were beyond caring what it looked like – in that place of intimacy – pigging out together on finger lickin’ good food. I tore another piece of chicken from the carcass and said, “you know
we should stop”.

“Yeah” he said with theoretical whimsy as he continued nibbling on a wing. And then we both laughed because we knew this was too good and we
weren’t going to stop anytime soon.

I hadn’t cooked meat by cold smoking it in years. But our freezer had gone out unexpectedly and before I realized it, a bunch of chickens had thawed. Not about to waste our precious homegrown food, I started going through my options for quickly preserving the meat.... Read the full article here (and I must warn you, this mehtod of cooking is considered dangerous!)

http://growyourowngroceries.org/how-to-cold-smoke-chicken-for-mouth-watering-deliciousness/

Talk soon!
Marjory

She has a Great Newsletter btw! Where I shared this from.

Spinal cord injuries HELP and HEAL with Luteolin, DHA and Curcumin

2015-05-16T09:17:00.000-07:00

Can nutrients help repair spinal cord injuries? The answer might surprise you....
Most medical professions would say it's unlikely nutrients could spare someone from paralysis with a severe spinal cord injury. This might be true. However, a new study suggests we shouldn't completely discount their ability to heal spinal cord injuries.

Most medical professions would say it's unlikely nutrients could spare someone from paralysis with a severe spinal cord injury. This might be true. However, a new study suggests we shouldn't completely discount their ability to heal spinal cord injuries. - See more at: http://www.advancedbionutritionals.com/Nutrient-Insider/View-Archive/394/Can-nutrients-help-repair-spinal-cord-injuries-The-answer-might-surprise-you.htm#sthash.tB1rbsn1.dpuf

- See more at: http://www.advancedbionutritionals.com/Nutrient-Insider/View-Archive/394/Can-nutrients-help-repair-spinal-cord-injuries-The-answer-might-surprise-you.htm

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The amazing power of bioflavonoids (NaturalHealth365)Bioflavonoids deliver what medicine can’t; vital nutrition with the ability to assist your body in detoxifying, tone all organ systems, promotes cardiovascular health, regulate immune systems and reduce oxidative stress. Luteolin The bioflavonoid Luteolin is a supper nutrient; it is a natural and potent antioxidant. Luteolin neutralizes free radicals, helps reduce inflammation, and promotes nerve and muscle function. It is found in parsley, artichoke leaves, celery, peppers, olive oil, rosemary, lemons, peppermint, sage, thyme and other foods. - See more at: http://www.naturalhealth365.com/nutrition_news/bioflavonoids.html

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What is Luteolin? Luteolin is a flavonoid, and more precisely one of the citrus bioflavonoids. Just like most flavonoids, it has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor properties. It is found in high amounts in parsley, thyme, peppermint, basil herb, celery and artichoke. Luteolin exerts a variety of pharmacological activities and anti-oxidant properties associated with its capacity to scavenge oxygen and nitrogen species. It also shows potent anti-inflammatory activities by inhibiting nuclear factor kappa B (NFkB) signaling in immune cells. www.ebiochem.com
Luteolin displays strong antinociceptive (against pain originating from peripheral nerves) action in mice .(85) This is in accordance with the fact that Luteolin is an active principle of Brazilian plant Wedelia paludosa, traditionally used against the variety of disorders, including painful conditions. www.ebiochem.com
Luteolin is a naturally occurring nutrient known as a bioflavanoid and plays an important role in good health. It is found in high amounts in many plants, including carrots, capsicum, celery, artichoke, lemon, olive oil, peppermint, rosemary, thyme, parsley, basil and chamomile. This super nutrient acts as a potent antioxidant, protecting the body from free-radical damage and helping to slow down the ageing process. Luteolin also possesses impressive anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and immune-modulating properties. Luteolin is also useful for treating people with inflammatory conditions of the respiratory, gastrointestinal and musculoskeletal systems, as well helping prevent inflammatory responses in people with allergies. By including luteolin-rich foods in your diet you can help promote healthy blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, both important for prevention of type 2 diabetes. www.ebiochem.com

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Luteolin Induces microRNA-132 Expression and Modulates Neurite Outgrowth in PC12 Cells Abstract Luteolin (39,49,5,7-tetrahydroxyflavone), a food-derived flavonoid, has been reported to exert neurotrophic properties that are associated with its capacity to promote neuronal survival and neurite outgrowth. In this study, we report for the first time that luteolin induces the persistent expression of microRNA-132 (miR-132) in PC12 cells. The correlation between miR- 132 knockdown and a decrease in luteolin-mediated neurite outgrowth may indicate a mechanistic link by which miR-132 functions as a mediator for neuritogenesis. Furthermore, we find that luteolin led to the phosphorylation and activation of cAMP response element binding protein (CREB), which is associated with the up-regulation of miR-132 and neurite outgrowth. Moreover, luteolin-induced CREB activation, miR-132 expression and neurite outgrowth were inhibited by adenylate cyclase, protein kinase A (PKA) and MAPK/ERK kinase 1/2 (MEK1/2) inhibitors but not by protein kinase C (PKC) or calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II (CaMK II) inhibitors. Consistently, we find that luteolin treatment increases ERK phosphorylation and PKA activity in PC12 cells. These results show that luteolin induces the up-regulation of miR-132, which serves as an important regulator for neurotrophic actions, mainly acting through the activation of cAMP/PKA- and ERK-dependent CREB signaling pathways in PC12 cells. source -- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3420912/pdf/pone.0043304.pdf

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Can Dietary Choices Help the Spinal Cord Heal Itself? Though nerve damage has been difficult to treat until now, scientists at UCLA have discovered that a diet supplemented with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and turmeric may help maintain neurological functioning and repair damaged nerve cells. http://drdevin.com/can-dietary-choices-help-the-spinal-cord-heal-itself/#more-938

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Omega-3 fatty acid and curry spice repair spinal tissue damage “DHA and curcumin appear to invoke several molecular mechanisms that preserved neurological function in the rats,” said Gomez-Pinilla. “This is an exciting first step toward understanding the role that diet plays in protecting the body from degenerative disease.” Read more at -- http://scienceblog.com/55225/omega-3-fatty-acid-and-curry-spice-repair-spinal-tissue-damage/

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Herbal Remedies for everyday use! ;)

2015-04-24T15:42:00.000-07:00

Thanks Annie, I want this book!

I am a truly blessed woman. The process of building my website and writing and blogging about herbs for the last 7 years has let me experiment, taste, grow and learn about medicinal plants while making a living. I am profoundly grateful to all the readers of this website for helping me realize this dream. When I first started my goal was to profile 50 herbs, those "sweet herbs" in the classic sense, who have essential oils. But I kept finding one more, and one more and as time when on my list soon swelled over a 350 different medicinal plants. The advent of the internet has opened the door to even easier access to the exotic herbs used worldwide. I realized a long time ago that I will never run out of new and interesting herbs to profile on this website, of new and old herbal remedies to test, refine and post in the database.
So the problem becomes one of an abundance of wealth. How to choose between all of these fascinating, healing, and wondrous plants to recommend to you, dear reader for use in your home. The method I settled upon was this. If I were to make up a basic package of herbs, teas, oils to give to friend, with simple instructions for use, not wanting to overwhelm them with learning about the properties and actions of 300 different herbs, these are the ones I would choose. If you were to ask me, out of all the remedies posted on this website, which ones do I use myself in everyday life, these are the ones.
"Kitchen medicine" profiles forty-four of the most popular and useful healing plants with easy to follow instructions on how to use them. These herbal remedies take you step by step on how to blend tasty and effective herbal teas, create your own custom herbal oils and salves for health and beauty, and use essential oils to kill germs and infections as well as emotional healing.

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Common kitchen spices can help prevent cancer..
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Tropical secrets of Coconut oil for beautiful skin and hair..
Which potent antioxidant is hiding in the tomato sauce..

and much, much more. Kitchen Medicine contains over 60 of the best herbal remedies, ones that cost little to nothing, use familiar, easy to acquire ingredients, are not complicated to use, and most of all they work.

What is Kitchen Medicine? Some things are plainly food like potatoes, although they can be used in home remedies, (raw slices on black eyes). Their main function is to provide carbohydrates and some minerals in our diets. Some things are plainly medicine like aspirin, though its beginnings were in nature as an extract of white willow bark. Some things are harder to classify, and occupy that place where food and medicine intersect in our lives to become one and the same thing. Cayenne pepper is food, but also contains a powerful pain reliever, onions and garlic are antiseptic as well as tasty; celery, grapes, apples, and oats all have the capacity to heal as well as nourish. Food is medicine, and our medicines should for the most part be food.
Herbs combined with a bulk, organic items like vinegar, olive oil, and beeswax are the ultimate practical persons answer to living a good life on a limited budget, and help us to make the best use out of what we have.

Because of my work I keep a large inventory of dried herbs, medicinal oils and essential oils in my kitchen, which doubles as my home apothecary. The kitchen is the true heart of the home, and the center of operations of the home herbalist who does not recognize the artificial dividing line between food and medicine. Over time I noticed that the herbs I used most often tended not to be the exotic ones, but to be the most common and inexpensive ones, like peppermint, cinnamon, and ginger. Out of the thousands of possibilities, these core group of herbs are the ones I can't live my life without, the ones who get used the most, end up in my tea cup the most often, the ones who prompt an order to my wonderful supplier when they run low. Bonus points are awarded to those plants who will grow in my back yard garden. These are the herbs that in many cases have inspired me to go to botanical gardens, peruse seed catalogs, and break the earth in the spring to plant them in my back yard. The visitors to AnniesRemedy.com seem to agree. With all the world to choose from in this age of the internet, the most popular and most searched for herbs by our website visitors are parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme (The Scarborough fair herbs). Coconut oil, lavender, calendula, ginger, and cayenne pepper are also among the very popular and practical herbs you will learn how to use in this handy e-book.

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The Effects of Cola on Your Body After One Hour

2015-04-02T10:18:00.000-07:00

Cola is the world's most popular soft drink, with about 1.7 billion serving of cola products consumed every day. Although the drink is popular, and seemingly refreshing, its effects on your health may be serious and in many respects non-reversible. Here's what happens to your body when you drink an ice cold glass of cola.

Let's begin with the ingredients of cola. One can of cola has about 10 teaspoons of sugar, 150 calories, 30-55 milligrams of caffeine and is loaded with harmful artificial flavors and coloring. The major culprit in the cola ingredient list, however, is high-fructose corn syrup, and we'll tell you why.

High fructose corn syrup is derived from fructose, a cheaper sweetener made from corn. The harmful thing about fructose is not only its high sugar content, which has been linked with diabetes and a number of other liver problems, but its effect on your metabolic rate, meaning the pace at which you absorb and digest food.
So although you may think that a can of cola will help you better digest the food you are eating, it may actually inhibit your digestive process. Of course, this amount of sugar has other effects on your health, so it is best to shy completely away from high fructose corn syrup!

cola also contains phosphoric acid. Acid is, of course, the last thing that we want to be putting in our bodies because it harms the body's ability to use calcium and can lead to a softening of teeth and bones, and eventually osteoporosis.

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So what happens in your body after you drink a glass of cola...

In the first 10 minutes: The 10 teaspoons of sugar in the can of cola begin to hit your body. This is actually the total daily amount of sugar you are meant to consume, so you would imagine that your body needs to prepare itself. You don't immediately vomit from the overwhelming sweetness because the phosphoric acid cuts the flavor and allows you to keep it down.

After 20 minutes: Your blood sugar levels begin to spike, causing an insulin burst. Your liver responds to this by turning any sugar it can get its hands on into fat, and there's plenty of sugar at that particular moment.

After 40 minutes: Your body has completely absorbed all of
the caffeine. Your pupils begin to dilate, your blood pressure rises, and as a response your liver dumps even more sugar into your bloodstream.

After 45 minutes: Your body ups is dopamine production that stimulates the pleasure centers of your brain. This is actually the same way that heroine works!

After about 60 minutes: The phosphoric acid binds calcium, magnesium and zinc in your lower intestine, giving a momentary boost to your metabolism. Also, the caffeine's diuretic properties come into play, making you feel the need to relieve yourself.

Finally, once all of these processes stop and the cola has
seemingly passed through your system, you will experience a sugar crash. This may make you irritable or sluggish, and maybe leave you feeling thirsty as you have already gotten rid of all of the water in the cola. At this point, you will probably reach for your next cola and then it's back to the beginning.

So before you reach for your next can of cola remember that one moment of refreshing taste has a long list of consequences that can have serious effects on your health.

Discover How To Detoxify Your Body Naturally From Dangerous Radiation Exposure

2015-03-09T13:46:00.001-07:00

Welcome to RadiationDetoxification.com - your reliable source for all natural and organic body detox and body cleansing foods, herbs, vitamins and minerals. If you're concerned about your health and looking for information on how to detoxify your body naturally from radiation exposure or exposure to harmful toxins and chemicals you have come to the right place. Please share this importnant website with your family and friends using social media icons above.

Many people have been asking what they can do to protect themselves and their family from radiation exposure or radiation poisoning, or what they can do to naturally detoxify their system if they are exposed to harmful radiation and/or toxins and chemicals. With the recent nuclear catastrophe happening in Fukushima, Japan as well as the probability that nuclear events will continue to be a part of our world, it’s prudent to have good reference information as to how the body can be supported (using natural means) and protected should high radiation exposure become a reality.

The truth is that there is no safe level of radiation exposure from nuclear fallout. Exposure to radionuclides, such as Iodine-131, Cesium-137, Uranium-234 and Strontium increases the risk of developing heart decease, various types of cancers and leukemia. The time to protect your health is now!

Radiation Detox Tips - Prevention Measures for Radiation Exposure

Read and learn what radioactive contamination and radiation exposure means. The information below will help minimize the effects of harmful radiation exposure on your health during nuclear fallout.

Iodine: Following a radiological or nuclear accident, radioactive iodine-131 may be released into the air and then be breathed into the lungs. Radioactive iodine may also contaminate the local food supply and get into the body through food or through drinking water. Radioactive iodine (Iodine-131) lands in your thyroid gland because your thyroid gland uses iodine to function. The radiation from radioactive iodine (Iodine-131) increases your chances of developing thyroid cancer and growths years later.

To prevent this people in the affected areas take oral, over the counter potassium iodide tablets (KI) or liquid. The potassium iodine will fill most of the iodine receptor (landing sites) in your thyroid gland which will prevent the radioactive version of iodine-131 from attaching to your thyroid gland. If there is nowhere to land, the radioactive iodine will do minimal or no damage. Consuming natural iodine, such as in the seaweeds and kelp, also helps prevent the uptake of radioactive iodine-131, while iron inhibits the absorption of plutonium-238 and plutonium-239. You can buy potassium iodide tablets in your local drug store without a prescription (if available) or order it online here.

Contraindications: Do not take any of the supplements if you are allergic to them or anything related to them. Consult your physician or nutritionist if in doubt. Please read the labels for any of your allergens, if you have any. In particular, iodine can be allergenic so do not take it if you have reacted to iodine dyes or other sources of iodine. Do not take iodine If you have an overactive thyroid.

Antioxidants: Most of the damage from radiation exposure and radiation poisoning is from oxidative damage which can lead to cancers, tumors, and dysfunction of the organs affected by radiation. Therefore, the best preventive measure is to increase antioxidants or “free radical scavengers” in your body. Fortunately, there are many good antioxidants available to you via both foods and all natural supplements. Those great antioxidants mentioned below are just a few examples of high quality antioxidants you can easily order online at the lowest prices.

1. Natural Beta Carotene – 25,000 IU/day. Natural Beta-Carotene contains additional antioxidant carotenoids Alpha-Carotene, Zeaxanthin, Cryptoxanthin and Lutein as naturally occurring in D. salina sea algae. The natural balance of related carotenoids is what makes this product more bioavailable than common, synthetic Beta-Carotene. You can order Natural Beta Carotene here.

2. Vitamin C – 1,000mg 2 x day. Check out 100% Natural Whole-Food Vitamin C Complex by Madre Labs. This is a unique 100% Natural Whole-Food Vitamin C Complex, designed to supply the body with high quality, naturally-derived Vitamin C from: Wildcrafted Camu Camu Berries, Wildcrafted Rose Hips and Organic Acerola Berries. Also, this natural formula includes Amla (Indian Gooseberry) fruit extract, rich in specific tannins believed to work synergistically to help stabilize Vitamin C. You can order 100% Natural Whole-Food Vitamin C Complex here and save 30% off retail price.

3. Vitamin E --1,000 IU /day. Emerging research demonstrates that gamma-Tocopherol, the most abundant form of Vitamin E in the diet, has very important and unique functions. Central to these functions is its capacity to detoxify reactive nitrogen species, an especially destructive form of free radical. In addition, gamma-Tocopherol acts to trap and remove free radicals from the body in a way that alpha-Tocopherol cannot. Order Advanced Gamma E Complex here.

4. B-Complex -- about 10mg 2 x day with food. B-100 Caps are a blend of key B vitamins combined with other nutritional factors for enhanced synergism. This formula provides recommended potencies of the most important B vitamins and is designed to supply your body's required daily intake in one complete supplement. You can buy B-100 Vitamin B-Complex by Now Foods here and save 36% off retail price.

5. Selenium – 200mcg per day with a meal. Selenium is an essential constituent of a number of enzymes, some of which have antioxidant functions. Selenium activates an antioxidant enzyme called glutathione peroxidase, which may help protect the body from cancer. The most important study on selenium and cancer was conducted by researchers at the University of Arizona Cancer Center. When all the results were tabulated, it became clear that the selenium-treated group of patients developed almost 66% fewer prostate cancers, 50% fewer colorectal cancers, and about 40% fewer lung cancers as compared with the placebo group. Order Super Selenium Complex by Life Extension and save 25%.

6. CoEnzyme Q10 (Kaneka Q10) -- 1 or 2 capsules daily with a meal. Co-Q-10 Gels (Ubiquinone) is a naturally occurring substance that facilitates the production of cellular energy. In every cell in your body, there are small "engines" called mitochondria. 95% of the total energy created within the body comes from these mitochondria, and none of it can take place without CoQ10. 100% natural (trans-isomer) CoEnzyme Q 10 is produced exclusively through a yeast fermentation process and is pharmaceutical grade, the highest quality available. You can order 100% Natural CoQ10 Gels here and save 69% off retail price.

7. R-Lipoic Acid -- one to two capsules daily. Defends Against Free Radicals. Lipotic Acid is a unique, vitamin-like antioxidant that can combat radiation sickness, repair damaged livers, treat diabetes and protect against oxidative processes that promote premature aging and degenerative diseases. Researchers at the Russian Institute of Pediatric Hematology and the Vitamin Research Institute in Moscow have found that lipoic acid is one of the most effective anti-radiation treatments available today. You can buy Best Stabilized R-Lipoic Acid here and save 47% today.

8. American Ginseng -- 1 to 2 capsules 2 times daily. Some studies suggest that saponins from Panax ginseng help protect cells from gamma radiation.

* The doses given above are for adults only. You do not need to take all of the supplements listed above. Choose the supplements that suite you best.

Radiation Detox: Natural Radiation Detoxification - Fighting Radiation Exposure Naturally

The following is a compilation of the research we have been able to find on ways to naturally and safely prevent and/or detoxify your body from radiation exposure and radiation poisoning. Knowledge and information empower and should always propel one toward effective preparation and planning, not fear. The power of fear is destructive in that it paralyzes resulting in unwise decisions. Along with knowledge and preparedness, we must also be aware of the very real probability that the general public will not be privy to factual information. Hopefully my readers will copy this information and place in a safe place for future reference.

Fighting Radiation & Chemical Pollutants with Foods, Herbs, & Vitamins by Steven R. Schechter, ND was required reading when I was studying for my ND. It’s difficult now to find copies at a reasonable price of this out of print but very informational book. Below are some of the chapter titles and information that Dr. Schechter deals with in his book as well as some of my own research/suggestions.

“These foods and food substances will enhance the immune system and protect against the dangerous side effects of radiation.” – Dr. Steven R. Schechter.

The time to implement these foods is now in order to build up the body as well as the immune system. Most of the foods and vitamins/minerals are “protective” meaning that they should be implanted before a radiation event occurs. Each of these can be researched individually on the Internet such as “bee pollen+nuclear radiation protection”, etc. in order to find out how it is helpful/useful to the body.

Radiation Detox - Fighting Radiation with Foods

Sea Vegetables – According to a 1964 McGill University study published in the “Canadian Medical Association Journal,” sodium alginate from kelp reduced radioactive strontium absorption in the intestines by 50% to 80%. The sodium alginate allowed calcium to be absorbed through the intestinal wall while binding most of the strontium, which was excreted out of the body. Some of the more popular sea vegetables to consume are kelp, arame, wakame and kombu.

Canadian researchers reported that sea vegetables contained a polysaccharide substance that selectively bound radioactive strontium and helped eliminate it from the body. In laboratory experiments, sodium alginate prepared from kelp, kombu, and other brown seaweeds off the Atlantic and Pacific coasts was introduced along with strontium and calcium into rats. The reduction of radioactive particles in bone uptake, measured in the femur, reached as high as 80 percent, with little interference with calcium absorption. “The evaluation of biological activity of different marine algae is important because of their practical significance in preventing absorption of radioactive products of atomic fission as well as in their use as possible natural decontaminators.” Source: Y. Tanaka et al., “Studies on Inhibition of Intestinal Absorption of Radio-Active Strontium,” Canadian Medical Association Journal 99:169-75, 1968.

The Atomic Energy Commission recommends for maximum protection against radioactive poisoning for humans, taking a minimum of 2 to 3 ounces of sea vegetables a week or 10 grams (two tablespoons) a day of sodium alginate supplements. During or after exposure to radiation, the dosage should be increased to two full tablespoons of alginate four times daily to insure that there is a continual supply in the GI or gastrointestinal tract. There may be a rare concern of constipation but this can be avoided if the sodium alginate is made into a fruit gelatin. Agar, derived from sodium alginate in kelp, is a safe, nontoxic substance that can be used as a thickening agent or gelatin.

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Spirulina - a single-celled freshwater algae and an incredible source of nutrients. It provides generous amounts of Beta Carotene, Vitamin B-12, Iron and Chlorophyll. Spirulina also provides RNA, DNA and important GLA fatty acids. Order 100% Natural and Pure Organic Spirulina Powder by Now Foods.

Bee Pollen – Studies show that bee pollen can significantly reduce the usual side effects of both radium and cobalt-60 radiotherapy and also the sickness after massive abdominal x-rays. One study showed that the proliferation of cancer cells stopped in cancerous tumors induced in mice. (This is only indicative and does not purport to be medical advice. One should go to the source and study the relevant information before drawing conclusions. Try to get real bee pollen from an organic bee keeper, uncooked.) Order 100% Pure Bee Pollen by Y. S. Organic Bee Farms.

Bee Propolis - Besides the healing and anti-bacterial qualities of this substance, it has been effective in clinical stages of radioepithelitis, i.e. inflammation of epithelial tissue due to radiation. (Get unheated, raw organic honey; it is a good source of pollen, royal jelly and propolis.) If you are unable to find a good raw organic honey in your local store you can order 70% Ultra Strength Bee Propolis here.

Beets – Beets have been shown to rebuild hemoglobin of the blood after exposure to radiation. Rats fed a diet of 20 percent beet pulp were able to prevent cesium-137 absorption and 97 to 100 percent more effectively than rats given no beets. Order 100% Fresh Freeze-Dried USDA Organic Beet Juice Powder by Eclectic Institute. Freeze-drying is the best method for preserving the complex chemistry, active enzymes and entire matrix of a plant in it's fresh form.

Dried, Primary-Grown Nutritional Yeast – Besides having Vitamin E, it also contains the nucleic acids RNA and DNA, both of which have been shown to have radio protective qualities. It has been shown to help rebuild and regenerate cells damaged by radiation, and also to produce relief from radiation poisoning and it’s many horrible symptoms. Nutritional yeast has a good amount of many important nutrients. Primary – grown yeasts bonds with and absorb heavy metals such as uranium, lead and mercury!

Garlic - Garlic’s high sulfur content supports natural antioxidant systems like glutathione. Garlic extracts protect red blood cells from radiation damage by a glutathione-related mechanism. In mice, garlic extracts prevented radiation damage to chromosomes in vulnerable bone marrow cells. Order the highest quality Kyolic Odorless Organic Aged Garlic Extract by Wakunaga.

Onions – Cysteine, present in onions, binds with and deactivates both the radioactive isotopes and toxic metals such as cadmium, lead and mercury. The sulfur in cysteine helps the kidneys and liver detoxify the body.

Chlorophyll – A Report by Scottist in 1986 and report from Japan showed that increase absorption of Cadmium by Chlorella and increased excretion of Cadmium by threefold after intake of Chlorella from animal testing. Chlorella can also detoxify Uranium, Lead, Copper, PCB. Source: ” A good Health Guide: Chlorella ” by William H Lee. R. Ph.D. and Michael Rosenbaum, M.D. Guinea pigs on a diet rich in chlorophyll showed increased resistance to lethal X-rays. Now's Triple Strength product delivers 94 servings vs. only 30 for most other liquid chlorophyll products, offering you a tremendous value. Order Liquid Chlorophyll here.

Foods rich in pectin – Pectin is able to bind radioactive residues and remove them from the body. It also acts as a natural chelating agent. Apples, guavas, plums, gooseberries, oranges and other citrus fruits are recommended. Be sure to effectively wash all fruit/vegetables before consuming.

Radiation Detox - Fighting Radiation with Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A – In 1974, researchers from India found that vitamin A, when taken internally by humans, hastened recovery from radiation. In 1984, Dr. Eli Seifter and a team of researchers fro the Albert Einstein College of Medicine….reported vitamin A and beta-carotene counteracted both partial and total body gamma radiation. It also improved the healing of wounds; reduced weight loss, thymic and splenic atrophy, and adrenal enlargement; and prevented gastro-ulceration and an abnormal decrease in red and white blood cell formation. (The therapeutic purposes, 25,000 to 35,000 IU are recommended for adults. During emergencies or crisis situations, intensive exposure may warrant as much as 40,000 to 100,000 IU of beta-carotene, but should be taken for no more than three to four weeks. Infants should not consume high amounts. This info is only very partial and you should consult the book for specifics.) You can order Vitamin A as Natural Beta Carotene by Now Foods.

Vitamin C & Bio-flavonoids – Italian researchers in 1966 found that Vitamin D, in combination with vitamins A and the entire B Complex, helps remove radioactive isotopes such as strontium-85 and strontium-90 from the bones and the body. Vitamin D also helps protect against some common pollutants, including lead and cadmium, according to Airola in How to Get Well. Order C-1000 with 100 mg of bio-flavonoids by Now Foods.

Vitamin E (natural not synthetic) – Radiation destroys leukocytes in both tissues and the blood, according to S. L. Robbins in Pathologic Basis of Disease ( W. B. Saunders, 1974). In Japan, I. Kurokawa and co-workers found that blood given vitamin E maintained a white cell count twice as high as blood not given vitamin E but exposed to the same radiation. Vitamin E has also been shown to produce internal and external protection in mice irradiated by cesium-137. Vitamin E and selenium are best taken at the same time since selenium preserves vitamin E. Check out the Advanced Gamma E Complex by Now Foods.

Interesting to note about the ACE (Vitamins A-C-E) - A remarkable study among X-ray technicians reveals just how powerful antioxidant vitamins can be. Radiology techs are nominally protected by elaborate shielding, but they’re still exposed to unnaturally high levels of radiation over the course of a lifetime. As a result they tend to have higher levels of tissue oxidation. But when a group of techs was supplemented with vitamins C (500 mg) and E (150 mg) daily for 15 weeks, their markers of tissue oxidation plummeted, and their levels of natural antioxidants (such as glutathione in red blood cells) rose significantly. (Kayan M, Naziroglu M, Celik O, Yalman K, Koylu H. Vitamin C and E combination modulates oxidative stress induced by X-ray in blood of smoker and nonsmoker radiology technicians. Cell Biochem Funct. 2009 Oct;27(7):424-9.)

B3 Nicotinic Acid – Have on hand the Acid form of B3 rather than the salt form, Niacinamide, which is basically useless. Several sources indicate that large doses of niacin B3 were used in treating victims of radiation poisoning after the Chernobyl meltdown. B3 will cause the body to detox and therefore it is wise to make sure that your liver has been detoxed and is supported properly. Chemical poisoning slows down the liver. Order Flush-Free Niacin, Double Strength here and save.

Calcium – Protects against strontium-90, calcium-45 and other radioisotopes.

Magnesium – Like Calcium, magnesium prevents the uptake of strontium-90 and other radioisotopes. It helps to eliminate already absorbed strontium-90 as well. One study has shown that exposure to gamma radiation can decrease calcium and magnesium levels in the blood. As a result, optimal levels of both minerals in the diet are essential after one is exposed to higher amounts of radiation. You can order Calcium & Magnesium, 240 softgels by Now Foods.

Selenium – As selenomethionine. Has been shown to decrease the mortality rate of rats exposed to irradiation, and to alleviate leucopenia (abnormal decreases of white blood corpuscles). Selenium greatly reduces cancer in animals exposed to cancer-causing agents. Order Yeast Free Selenium by Now Foods here.

Zinc – Natural zinc will help the body eliminate several toxic heavy metals, including cadmium, aluminum, lead, and excess copper. Order Zinc Picolinate here.

Potassium – Cesium-137, cesium-134, potassium-40, and potassium-42 are radioactive, competitive sister elements of natural potassium, all of which are in the same chemical family. These radionuclides are absorbed by the body when there is a deficiency of natural potassium. They concentrate primarily in the reproductive organs and the muscles. Cesium-137 is common in nuclear fallout, and can often be detected in our food, soil, and water. The authors of one study described our biosphere as “contaminated with radiocesium.”

Researchers discovered that after the accident at Chernobyl, iodine-131 and cesium-137 were the most prevalent radionuclides in samples of food from the USSR and from Poland, Hungary, and other parts of Eastern Europe. Cesium-137 is also already being used in some countries to irradiate foods as a means of extending their shelf life at the supermarket. Research by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences demonstrates that natural potassium decreases the concentration of radiocesium. Begin to add potassium rich foods such as bananas, potatoes+peels, etc. If a nuclear event escalates in which cesium is being released, then also adding supplemental potassium is recommended. Potassium regulation is affected by magnesium. For magnesium deficiency include leafy green veggies, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and black beans.

Iron – Research done in Czechoslovakia showed that whole body irradiation disturbed absorption of iron, and functions of red blood cells, plasma, and bone marrow. Other researchers found that amma-irradiation of the whole body or of the abdomen decreased absorption of iron, vitamin B12 and lipids.

MSM – As plants take in MSM from the soil they change it into amino acids such as methionine, cysteine and taurine which can protect against radiation as well as chelate heavy metals for elimination from the body. MSM also regulates the fluid that covers the airway surface of the lungs, preventing an inflammatory response and helping to regulate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. Order Best MSM, 1,000mg, 180 capsules by Doctor's Best.

Radiation Detox - Fighting Radiation with Herbs

Siberian Ginseng – Soviet researchers have reported that eleuthero extract has radioprotective abilities, and can be used therapeutically in conditions of acute and chronic radiation and sicknesses such as hemorrhaging, severe anemia, dizziness, nausea, vomiting , and headaches due to x-rays.

Panax Ginseng – Hemorrhage was a symptom of humans exposed to atomic radiations in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Japanese research doctors found that “Panax ginseng prevented hemorrhaging tendency after x-irradiation.” Bone marrow death is one result of radiation damage to blood-forming tissues. It occurs ten to twenty days after exposure to high doses of radiation. Panax ginseng extract prevents bone marrow death and accelerates normalization of red and white blood cell counts in animal studies. You can order high quality Panax Ginseng by Now Foods at discounted price.

Gingko Biloba – According to Science News Daily, extracts of its leaves contain antioxidant compounds including glycosides and terpenoids known as ginkgolides and bilobalides. These compounds are thought to protect cells from damage by free radicals and other reactive oxidizing species found in the body. These are generated continuously by the body’s normal metabolism, and in excess in some diseases or after exposure to pollution or radiation. They damage proteins, DNA and other biomolecules and left unchecked can kill cells. Results suggest that ginko biloba extracts can neutralize the free-radicals and oxidizing agents produced in the cells by the radiation and so prevent them from undergoing apoptosis. Order Extra Strength Gingko Biloba Extract by Doctor's Best and save over 50% today.

Black & Green Tea – The polyphenol epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) derived from green tea protects animals from whole-body radiation, blocking lipid oxidation and prolonging life span. Several sources indicate that there were hundreds who survived Hiroshima at ground zero and the one thing they all had in common was drinking 20 cups of green tea per day. You can also take EGCG Green Tea Extract in vCaps by Now Foods.

Astragalus – An article published in Cancer, a publication of the American Cancer Society, reported that the aqueous extract of Astragalus membranaceus restored the immune functions in 90 percent of cancer patients studied. Order Alcohol-Free Astragalus Root Extract by Nature's Answer and save.

Milk Thistle & Liver Support - A report suggests that milk thistle may prevent radiation toxicity. It enhances liver regeneration after exposure to heavy metals, radiation, or toxic chemicals. It reduces DNA damage and extends survival in animals exposed to dangerous levels of radiation. Silymarin’s free radical scavenging and direct antioxidant effects are credited with producing these results. You can order Milk Thistle Extract 2X-300mg, 200 Vcaps by Now Foods.

Radiation Detox - Fighting Radiation with Miscellaneous Substances

Distilled Water - Dr. Kenneth Sutter recommends drinking lots of distilled water for radiation poisoning. A tiny pinch of good quality sea salt in several glasses of distilled water each day will provide one with all the minerals and trace elements they need to stay healthy.

N-acetylcysteine – A glutathione precursor. As a source of sulfhydryl groups, NAC stimulates glutathione (GSH) synthesis, enhances glutathione-S-transferase activity, promotes liver detoxification by inhibiting xenobiotic biotransformation, and is a powerful nucleophile capable of scavenging free radicals. Studies at the Louisville School of Medicine have shown that Glutathione possesses a unique ability to slow the aging process. While Glutathione aids in the protection of all cells and membranes, a study at Harvard Medical School found that glutathione is especially able to enhance immune system cells, protecting against damage from radiation and helping to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy, x-rays, and alcohol. As a detoxifier of metals and drugs, glutathione also aids in the treatment of blood and liver disorders.

SSKI – Super Saturated Potassium Iodide. Protects ONLY the thyroid from radioactive iodine. If it is radioactive cesium that is being released, potassium iodide will not be effective for the areas where cesium will accumulate – mainly the reproductive system, kidneys and liver. (see potassium recommendations above) FDA – “It is also notable that the thyroid radiation exposures after Chernobyl were virtually all internal, from radioiodines. Despite some degree of uncertainty in the doses received, it is reasonable to conclude that the contribution of external radiation was negligible for most individuals. This distinguishes the Chernobyl exposures from those of the Marshall Islanders. Thus, the increase in thyroid cancer seen after Chernobyl is attributable to ingested or inhaled radioiodines. A comparable burden of excess thyroid cancers could conceivably accrue should U.S. populations be similarly exposed in the event of a nuclear accident. This potential hazard highlights the value of averting such risk by using KI as an adjunct to evacuation, sheltering, and control of contaminated foodstuffs.” This may reduce the risk of developing thyroid cancer in the future. Potassium iodide does not provide immediate protection from radiation damage, and does not have protective effects against other radiation exposure complications.

Beta-1,3 Glucan: Extracted from the cell walls of baker’s yeast it is a potent immune enhancer. It activates important macrophages and is also an anti oxidant. Studies by the Army showed that glucan was a powerful protectant against a lethal dose of radiation. Scientific studies have shown that Beta-Glucan supports immune function through its ability to stimulate macrophage activity. Now Beta-1,3/1,6-D-Glucan is blended into a synergistic base of Maitake Mushrooms for added power.

Lecithin – 2-3 tbsp. a day, will help counteract harmful effects of radiation.

Papain - In one particular study, 50 percent of rats that were given papain survived a normally lethal dose of radiation.

Thymus Extract – Animal studies demonstrate that thymus tissue extract can re-create immunity even after doses of radiation powerful enough to kill the all- important lymphoid tissue. The idea of thymus glandular feeding in cases of mild to extreme radiation exposure has been applied in numerous cases.

Charcoal – Has the ability to absorb and neutralize radioactive substances and some toxic materials. Researchers report that 10 grams or 1 tablespoon of charcoal can absorb about 3 to 7 grams of materials. German researcher found that charcoal air filters removed more than 70 percent of radioactive iodine from the air. Taking finely powdered charcoal has been found to be one-and-a-half times as effective as the tablets.

Organic Germanium 132 – Should be used in gram amounts for effectiveness. According to one study, “Radioactive rays release electrons that destroy cells and blood corpuscles….Germanium floating near the blood corpuscles skillfully catches those released electrons and lets them move around its nucleus.” In other studies mutagenesis of cells exposed to cesium-137 and gamma rays, was “remarkably reduced” without affecting cellular growth or survival. It seemed to improve the fidelity of DNA replication. Ge-132 protects cysteine, an amino acid with known protective value. Dose: 25 mg. to 100 mg. per day is often used in Japan. It can be derived from onions, pearled barley, and watercress. Order Organic Germanium GE-132 here at a discounted price.

Other Radiation Detox Recommendations
Natural Geiger Counter: There is a plant that is a natural Geiger counter. The spiderwort plant is so sensitive to changes in radiation levels (its petals change color upon exposure) that it’s often used as a natural radiation detector (dosimeter), just as they use canaries in mines as detectors of poisonous gas. Some people like knowing that they have an ongoing monitoring system for radiation in the environment, and this is just another tip available in “How to Neutralize the Harmful Effects of Radiation or Radioactive Exposure.”

Sea Salt & Baking Soda & Clay - Add one pound of good quality sea salt and 1 pound of baking soda to chlorine-free water. Soak for 20 minutes and then rinse with cool water. Adding one pound of bentonite, or other safe clay, to the sea salt and baking soda will increase the removal of radiation. Some specialists who work with radioactive isotopes use this method to remove radiation from their body. For an abnormally high level of radiation exposure one can use this method three times a week for one month.

Sodium Bicarbonate – Dr. Mark Sircus writes, “So useful and strong is Sodium Bicarbonate that at Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico, researcher Don York has used baking soda to clean soil contaminated with uranium. Sodium bicarbonate binds with uranium, separating it from the dirt; so far, York has removed as much as 92 percent of the uranium from contaminated soil samples…the United States Army recommends the use of bicarbonate to protect the kidneys from radiation damage…sodium thiosulfate can be added to baths and that instantly neutralizes any chlorine in the bath water while simultaneously providing sulfur for the vital sulfur pathways.” “Uranium is one of the only metals that get significant bonding from carbonate. Just flushing a lot of bicarbonate through the system, along with whatever kidney support you are going to use, will be very helpful,” writes Dr. Chris Shade.

Probiotics - A 2007 study of 490 patients receiving radiation for various types of cancer found that those consuming probiotics throughout treatment were less likely to experience radiation-induced diarrhea. Order the highest quality Probiotics 12 Plus Professional Formula developed by award-winning microbiologist lichiroh Ohhira, Ph.D., and research scientists from Okayama University.

Zeolite - Zeolites have been used to decontaminate animals, particularly sheep and reindeer, which have ingested radiation following nuclear disasters such as Chernobyl. Addition of zeolites to contaminated soils has shown to reduce up-take of radionuclides by plants, and hence, reduce the spreading of contamination through the food chain. (Introduction to Zeolite Science and Practice by Herman van Bekkum). Do not take any product containing zeolite if you are taking any prescription medication containing heavy metals, such as lithium, or containing platinum, which can be found in some cancer medications or Radiotherapy with chemotherapy check with your practitioner. You can order 100% TruGanic Purest Gluten-Free Zeolite by HealthForce here and save 28%

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References:
1. Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP, CH
2. Steven R. Schechter, N.D., “Fighting Radiation and Chemical Pollutants with Foods, Herbs and Vitamins”, 1997.
3. Life Extension – www.lef.org
4. Treatments for Nuclear Contamination by Mark Sircus

Spirulina (speer-U-lee-nah) The Ultimate Superfood

2015-02-25T14:47:00.005-08:00

The Ability to Survive the Harshest Conditions

Spirulina (speer-U-lee-nah) gets its name from its microscopic spiral shape, and this one-celled algae transfers its mighty ability to endure harsh conditions to the human body via Organic Spirulina Powder. Spirulina grows naturally in a hot, alkaline environment, and can survive where no other organism do. In fact, it thrives in challenging situations, sometimes growing and getting stronger in temperatures over 160 degrees F.

The Ultimate Superfood

Spirulina may be the ultimate superfood, providing a complete source of protein with all essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein. Organic Spirulina Powder is packed with more protein than soy, making it a great meal supplement for vegans and those with allergies.
In addition to its copper, and selenium content, Organic Spirulina Powder contains rich amounts of zinc and easily absorbable iron. Spirulina is unique because it is one of the few plant-based sources of Vitamin B12. Would you believe that Organic Spirulina Powder contains 3900% more beta-carotene than carrots? Adding Organic Spirulina Powder to juices, shakes, and smoothies gives you an arsenal of nutrients to promote healthy eyes and a strong immune system.
Just three grams of Organic Spirulina Powder possess more phytonutrients than five servings of fruits and veggies and 300 times more calcium than milk. Organic Spirulina Powder is wonderful support for those suffering from osteoporosis and for growing children. It is a low-fat alternative to calcium-fortified beverages. Spirulina has been reported to keep cholesterol levels in check and to lower blood pressure.
Organic Spirulina Powder is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It promotes the formation of red blood cells and the growth of beneficial probiotics in the digestive tract. Scientists suggest that consuming spirulina on a daily basis aids in better brain function, memory, and learning abilities. It is also reported to reverse signs of aging.

A Natural Source of Iodine

One of the most unique properties of Organic Spirulina Powder is that is a natural source of iodine and potassium iodide, which is an essential chemical element for good thyroid function. The thyroid produces hormones that regulate growth and metabolism, and iodine deficient diets have shown to lead to stunted brain development in children, mental slowness, high cholesterol, fatigue, weight gain, depression, and goiter (swelling of the thyroid). Organic Spirulina Powder is absorbed more slowly and safely than synthetic sources of iodine. Experts have reported that the iodine in spirulina powder can protect against radioactive iodine from radiation exposure.

A Super Algae

Some say that spirulina has more nutrients per gram than any other food source in the world. This blue-green algae has the characteristics of the green pigment in chlorophyll and the blue pigments in phycocyanin. Spirulina is found mostly in freshwater lakes and ponds, where it grows in an extremely clean and sterile environment because no other organisms can survive the hot, harsh conditions that it thrives in.
Spirulina has been consumed for thousands of years by the Aztec and Mayan people, as well as natives of African and Asian nations where it is still revered as a source of nutrients and medicinal healing.
Organic Spirulina Powder is highly digestible, and tastes great when mixed in smoothies and shakes with a little cacao, coconut, fruits, and other greens.

Possible Benefits

While much research is still being conducted, some of the possible health benefits of Organic Spirulina Powder may include:

A complete food source
High in easily absorbable protein
Contains all 9 essential amino acids
Rich in vitamin B12
May be effective in promoting healthy eyes
May be beneficial for the immune system
Contains 300% more calcium than whole milk
May help to promote the growth of probiotics, which help maintain intestinal health
May help to lower levels of harmful blood fats
Studies have shown that it contains compounds that may have antiviral and antineoplastic properties
May be effective in boosting energy and stamina
Contains a wide array of vitamins and minerals
Contains 3900% more beta carotene than carrots
High in readily absorbable iron
Rich in antioxidants
May be helpful in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels
May help to lower high blood pressure
Contains compounds that may have anti-inflammatory properties
May be useful in treating chronic fatigue
Contains 375% more protein than tofu
May be effective in supporting a healthy cardiovascular system
May be helpful in promoting the formation of healthy red blood cells
May help to improve brain function
May assist in sharpening memory and mental acuity
May be effectinve in reversing signs of aging
Natural source of iodine

Suggested Usage

The recommended daily usage is 1-2 teaspoons. As with all superfood powders, listen to your body, as you may find that either a smaller or higher intake is more suitable to your body. We recommend that you start with the recommended daily amount, and, if desired, gradually increase or decrease your daily consumption.
This powder blends well with juice, rice or soy milk, and yogurt, or can be added to your favorite smoothie. It can also be mixed into your homemade energy bars. While you can add this powder to a variety of recipes, raw food enthusiasts avoid cooking or heating in order to preserve the food's nutritional value.

Storage Instructions

If cared for properly, Organic Spirulina Powder has a shelf life of two to three years. To preserve the freshness of this product:

Avoid exposure to heat. The powder will remain fresh if stored at room temperature or below.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
Squeeze all of the air out of the bag before sealing.
Seal the bag tightly after each use.
Store the powder in a dry place, and avoid all contact with moisture.

Botanical Name - Arthrospira Platensis

Other Names - Spirulina, Dihe, Tecuitlatl

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2015-02-15T19:38:00.000-08:00

How to Squat

heck I even started doing them because I aint got no ass!!

Squats. It’s an exercise we are born to do! Seriously, yet many women tend to avoid it in fear of getting thunder thighs (which I actually love!) Men who don’t really know how to train don’t do it because they’re too busy working on their biceps or chest.

Just from the picture above, I know I want to be doing squats. We need to snap out of the “skinny” mindset which leads to… well, skin and bones. Squats don’t give you bigger thighs, bad choices in food that induces oestrogen production does (more on this later). For now, just trust me and SQUAT :)

Check out this champion baby for example! They just KNOW how to do it. So why is it that it’s so hard for us to squat properly? Our lifestyle factors play a huge part in this. We now have chairs and work around 8 hours (for some people, even 16 hours a day!) glued to the computer sitting on a chair that’s “ergonomic”, which pretty much means your body does no work in keeping your posture. Don’t get me wrong, ergonomics is important. But if we weren’t stuck in an office, we wouldn’t have to worry about it… Get what I’m saying?

Asians are an exception though (I can say this because I’m asian hehe), you can still spot them from a mile away squatting on the side of the road, usually in groups. Ok, I’ll stop there…
Squats are one of the primal movement patterns, which means we’ve been doing this movement since the beginning of time. Harvesting, gathering, cooking, eating. Kitchens and dining tables were not always around.

Most people believe squats are a lower body exercise. It is, in the sense that we move and use the muscles in the leg. However, the quads and hammies are the biggest muscles in the body and it produces testosterone that pumps through your entire body. You’ll find that after doing body weight squats for a minute your heart is already pumping, whereas doing bicep curls (without weights) won’t do much. It will tone your whole body better than any single joint exercise. Hands down.
So how do we perform this magical movement that will burn fat and give you a booty to die for?

Start position

Stand up nice and tall with your feet shoulder width apart, arms stretched out in front of you.
Make sure shoulders are pulled down away from your ears and squeeze between the shoulder blade together.
Take a deep breath and brace your midsection, squeeze your buttcheeks. You’re spine is nice and straight (neutral). You’re ready to go!

End position

Squat down as if to sit back into a chair. (Actually having chair might help you to understand what your body needs to do).
Be aware of your shoulders, keep them away from the ears, shoulder blades still squeezed, midsection braced, nice neutral spine all the way down.
Your heels should be digging into the floor and bearing most of the weight.
Try and go low enough to get your thighs parallel to the floor or even deeper. If this is too hard, that’s ok! Just go as deep as you can! (If you’re a beginner, don’t let your knees pass over your toes. You’re knees should be tracking directly over your toes (same direction as your foot) at all times, whether you’re a newbie or a pro)
Once you’ve reached your end point, stand back up squeezing your butt and breathing out.

Main muscles used: Glutes, Quads, Hammies
Done! Squats are such a simple movement but because we have “untrained” our body out of it, it can be quite challenging at first!

Don’t give up. Persistance will pay off.

source -- https://bodyloverevolution.wordpress.com/2013/05/29/how-to-squat/

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Top 25 Foods to Gain Weight (some of us need to keep it on) ;)

2015-02-15T18:54:00.001-08:00

While most people seem to be interested only in how to lose weight and drop extra kilos, there are others who want to put on a little bit of weight and gain some kilos. Unfortunately, most such people fall prey to unnecessary supplements and unhealthy junk food to put on weight, before checking out healthy natural foods for weight gain. If you want to gain weight, don't rely on high-calorie junk foods that aren't nutritious. Choose foods that are nutrient-dense and energy-dense whenever possible. We give you 25 natural foods that will help you gain weight - the healthy way. *Images courtesy: © Thinkstock photos/ Getty Images

Salmon
Take in two portions of salmon every day, this will ensure proper protein collection and help increase weight.

Baked acorn squash

This seasonal vegetable is loaded with antioxidants and fiber, bake it with a touch of olive oil instead of the butter, this will make it more nutritious and healthy.(via)

Peanut butter

Spread - soft, salty peanut butter on bread. It gives you approximately 192 calories plus it is extra high in protein.

Whole eggs

It is economical and loaded with protein, vitamins A,D, E and good cholesterol.

Granola

It is loaded with good-for-you nuts and oats. One bowl packs around 500 calories, which is healthy as well as yummy for breakfast.

Butter

Butter is linked with long term weight gain. Intake of butter should be in moderation, as regular consumption of butter is bad for your heart.

Bagels

Bagels are extra calorie dense and a good source of complex carbohydrates.

Tuna

The vital fatty acids in tuna contain a host of healthy fats, which not only aid in weight gain but also help in maintaining physical well-being.

Corn bread

Corn bread is full of carbohydrates, and it is a tasty partner to your favorite curries and and soups. One piece includes approximately 328 calories. (via)

Cheese

One serving of cheddar cheese packs a good 69 calories.

Cheese is concentrated milk, so it is high in protein and calcium, fat, cholesterol and cheese calories.

Fruit juice

A healthy and nutritious way to gain some pounds, sip 100-percent fruit juice that's full of sugar and added nutrients.

Pasta

Pasta is a calorie rich supply of cereal carbohydrates so it can serve as the base of a healthy and high calorie meal.

Shrimps

The nutrients and necessary acid content present in shrimps seals up your body with healthy calories.

Whole wheat bread

You can eat healthy and pack on pounds at the same time by eating whole wheat bread which accounts for approximately 69 calories.

Dried fruits

You can gain quick calories by eating dried fruits instead of fresh fruits because they have more calories and are still very nutritious.

Oatmeal

A bowl of oatmeal is the perfect nutritious breakfast. It is high in fiber, and it also provides the body with vital nutrients.

Yoghurt

The healthy fruit-flavored, fatless yogurt can give you as much as 118 calories. Include it in your daily diet for quick weight gain.

Healthy fats and oils

Adding extra fat to your food is an easy way to add calories, choose olive oil, canola oil, etc. which is good for your health and will add those much needed calories too.

Brown rice

Brown rice is a source of dietary carbohydrates, and packed with healthy dose of fiber.

Bananas

One banana contains approximately 100 calories. Not only are bananas rich in carbs and nutritious, they're also great for workout fuel.

Nuts and seeds

Nuts and seeds contain polyunsaturated fats that add healthy calories to your diet. Nuts like almonds, walnuts and pumpkin seeds are good for you and your health.

Beans

Beans are good protein substitutes for vegetarians, who want to share the benefits of animal proteins.

Chicken breast

Chicken breast, is supposed to be the healthiest and non-fat part which has approximately 78 calories for each serving.

Potatoes

Potatoes are rich sources of carbohydrates and complex sugars. Consume as grilled or baked potatoes for quick weight gain.

Soybeans

A healthy, high calorie food is the nutty, delicious soybean. Not only are they rich in protein but are also a rich source of calcium, iron and several B-vitamins and fiber.
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URGENT: Sell Everything, Buy… Nickels?

2015-02-15T09:05:00.001-08:00

By Chris Campbell Feb 13, 2015

Twenty million nickels.

That’s what Kyle Bass, manager of hedge fund Hayman Capital, has stored away
in a Dallas storage space.

At least that’s what he told Michael Lewis. You can find the interview in
Lewis’ book Boomerang.

“The value of the metal in a nickel is worth six point eight cents,” Bass
told Lewis. “Did you know that?”

He didn’t.

“I just bought a million dollars’ worth of them,” Bass went on. “Twenty
million nickels.”

“‘You bought twenty million nickels?’” Lewis asked.

“‘Uh-huh.”

“‘How do you buy twenty million nickels?”

“‘Actually, it’s very difficult.”

First, Bass explained, he had to call the bank and talk them into ordering 20
million nickels from the Fed.

“The bank had finally done it, but the Federal Reserve had its own
questions.

“The Fed apparently called my guy at the bank. They asked him, ‘Why do
you want all these nickels?’

“So he called me and asked, ‘Why do you want all these nickels?’ And I
said…

“I just like nickels.”

Apparently, Bass isn’t alone. A lot of people ‘just
like nickels.’

According to many, it’s the closest thing we have to ‘honest money’…

And they’re buying them up by the truckload.

So we ask…

Is the nickel the perfect investment?

Today, LFT investigates.

And if you come out convinced… you better act quick. Your last chance to back
up the truck could be approaching fast.

First, allow us to make one thing clear:

Of course, hoarding nickels isn’t a new
idea…

[Already a ‘nickel bug’? Let us know: Chris@lfb.org.]

We first mentioned the idea all the way back in 2006, before it was a sparkle in any contrarian’s
eye.

But we bring it up today for one simple reason we just mentioned: Your chance
of stocking up before the nickel goes out of circulation could be running
out.

Let me explain…

Since Kyle Bass spoke to Lewis, the prices of these
metals have dropped…

Upon writing, the melt value of a 1946-2014 nickel is just on the edge of
four cents. Meaning, it’s down well over a third of the price he bought them
for.

But he lost nothing.

Even though the metal value of the nickel is down, Bass didn’t really make
all that bad of an investment.

In fact, Bass didn’t lose a penny on his purchase (aside from storage costs,
of course. But we’re not suggesting you buy twenty million nickels).

Fiat money, you see, does well in deflation. Unlike gold, nickels have
government-mandated deflation protection. They’re still going to be worth five
cents no matter what.

But at the same time, due to their metal makeup, they are protected should
inflation kick in too.

Each nickel is made up of 75% copper and 25% nickel.

[Excluding some 1942-1945 nickels. Some of those dates were made with 35%
silver when nickel was sorely needed for industrial war use. But those have all
been but scooped up by collectors.]

The same factors that could driving the U.S. dollar to the floor are the same
forces that will drive these metals up.

But what if the dollar remains strong? Let’s say, in some weird twist of
fate, the economy becomes robust as ever.

Either way, it’s a win.

If the economy becomes weak, investors will migrate toward commodities to
hedge against inflation. If the economy improves, demand of the metals will
rise, boosting the prices.

But here’s the most interesting part…

Even with copper and nickel as cheap as they currently are, the metal value
is still high enough to produce losses for the Mint.

It costs the Mint about $1.62 for every 20 nickels, or 8.09 cents for each
nickel it currently produces.

But that wasn’t always the case…

In the early 2000s, it was profitable to create pennies and nickels. But
then, in 2006, due to rising costs of materials and labor, the coins became
unprofitable. And by 2013, the Mint was losing $105 million annually to produce
them.

And the sentiment for both copper and nickel appears
bullish…

Mike Bandrowski, for example, analyst at Clarus Securities reported on
Tuesday that nickel has “imminent” upside. And it will perform strongly over the
next two years as inventory dwindles.

“We see a great opportunity for nickel in 2015,” Bandrowski said.

One reason he cites is Indonesia: A year ago, you might’ve heard, Indonesia
banned exports of raw ore last year. This cut 25-30% of nickel out of the global
supply.

And copper? It’s sitting at a five-year low. And, according to Northern
Miner, most copper analysts “are bullish that copper has some of the best supply
and demand fundamentals in the longer term, as we get through this rough patch
and the “peak copper” scenario looms large again.”

If and when nickel and copper go up, the Mint’s losses will increase
dramatically. And they’ll eventually become too ridiculous to justify further
nickel production.

Point? It’s only a matter of time until the nickel
goes the way of the old pennies, quarters, dimes and half-dollars.

And it might happen much sooner than later.

“Three members of the House,” The Blaze reports, “have proposed legislation
that would require common, everyday U.S. coins to be made from U.S. steel
instead of imported copper, zinc and nickel.

“The Cents and Sensibility Act, from Reps. Steve Stivers (R-Ohio), Tim Ryan
(D-Ohio) and Pat Tiberi (R-Ohio), is aimed at saving money by ending the use of
these imported minerals to make pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters.

“This legislation is a common-sense solution to lower the cost of minting our
coins,” Stivers told the rag.

“Not only will it cost less to produce, but it will also allow us to use an
American resource — steel — that can be manufactured right here in our
backyard.”

(Side note: Our nickels are currently made from Canadian metals.)

As you know, changing the metal makeup of nickels
wouldn’t be an unprecedented move, either. Not by a long shot…

Before 1964, you probably know, U.S. quarters and dimes were 90% silver.

And from 1965 to 1970, half dollars were 40% silver covering a copper-nickel
mix.

Today’s coins don’t have a lick of silver in them.

Also, prior to 1983, our pennies were made up of 95% copper and 5% zinc.

The pennies in your pocket only consist of 2.5% copper. Just enough on the
outside to make it still look like a penny.

Blame the Fed.

The consistent debasement of the dollar over the past century-plus has made
it, time and time again, too expensive to keep using the good metals. Each time,
they had to be replaced with cheaper substitutes.

Had you seen what was coming in the early ‘60s, you could’ve started hoarding
quarters and dimes while they were 90% silver — and for far above face
value.

You would’ve bought them without tax or transaction costs. And would’ve, in
very little time, made an absolute killing.

Gresham’s Law states that good money will be hoarded whenever bad money
showers the market. Well, right now, the nickel is as good as it gets.

And soon, we suspect, it will be replaced by a cheap substitute like steel
too.

Or cut out altogether.

Before I show you three inventive ways to get your nickel on, you might
remember the last time we mentioned this investment strategy…

If you’re a really long-time reader of LFT, you
might’ve once known this letter as Whiskey and Gunpowder…

[Do you go that far back? Let us know: Chris@lfb.org.]

If so, you may also remember when the astute Gary Gibson, your trusty editor
at the time, helped to create a video about nickels.

Everything in the video (aside from the price of metals) still rings
true.

If you wish, grab some popcorn and dim the lights.

It’s movie time…

“A huge opportunity to hedge against both inflation
and deflation is lying out there in the open,” Gary Gibson wrote in the
pages of Whiskey and Gunpowder.

“Again, there is currently no transaction cost to saving in nickels and no
risk from plummeting metal prices. There is literally nothing (in case of
deflation) to lose and everything (in case of inflation) to gain.

“Your only real problem is storage; a few thousand dollars of nickels takes
up a lot of space…and it’s heavy. But people had the same problem with silver
when it was cheap.

“I doubt they’re complaining now,” Gary pointed out.

“Having ‘too much’ cupronickel won’t seem like much of a problem if inflation
continues to drive the cupronickel in five-cent pieces far in excess of face
value.

“At worse, the dollar strengthens and you’ve just saved money. That is not a
bad worse case scenario at all.

“The cupronickel is the last bit of honest U.S. currency there is. Right now
it’s dying slow, like the others did.

“But things could speed up quick”

So how can you get your hands on a bunch of nickels before it’s too late?

Here are some tips on how to stack up those
nickels…

ONE: The most obvious place to get your
nickels is at your bank.

Every time you visit the bank, buy some nickels. Ask them how many rolls you
can buy without getting charged.

(As a side strategy, courtesy of the MakinBacon blog, ask for new “wrapped”
rolls. You could find some nickels in those rolls with minting errors.
Collectors eat those things up. And they’ll pay you a good return on your
(non)investment.)

If you’re a business owner, you’ll have no problems buying nickels from
commercial banks.

TWO: Go to your local casino, if gambling is
legal in your state.

It probably has nickel slots. Bring in a big container and ask to buy some
nickels. If they haven’t reverted to completely digital, you could find yourself
in the money.

THREE: Stop at local businesses.

“I’ve managed a number of businesses through the years,” one blogger, called
MakinBacon writes on his blog, “and at the end of the day we always had rolls of
coins that have to be dropped off at the bank. It could make sense to talk
managers of stores in order to have another outlet to acquire coins.

“I think this is one many people wouldn’t think of.

“Remember, all of this works great as long as the new nickels aren’t released
into circulation. Once that happens, you will have the same problems you have
with pennies; the need to sift through them to find those with the metal
content.”

source -- http://lfb.org/urgent-sell-everything-buy-nickels/

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How to Make a No Dig Bed

2015-02-01T11:52:00.000-08:00

Understand How To Make A No Dig Bed

One of the most immediately striking ways in terms of practical activity that permaculture gardening differs from common gardening and agricultural practices is that it emphasizes, wherever possible, leaving the soil undisturbed. In most cultivation techniques, tilling, Ploughing or turning the soil is a common practice, but permaculture recognizes that doing so upsets the complex ecosystem that exists in soils, involving the plants that grow in them and the organisms that live within them.
As in many aspects of permaculture design, we can see the template for the no-dig garden in nature. Natural ecosystems rarely feature an element that digs the ground, yet plants still thrive in many systems. Take a deciduous forest, for example. As leaves fall from the trees they form a ‘carpet’ on the ground, disturbed only perhaps by the rooting of animals and the efforts of the wind. Nothing other than plant roots digs down into the ground. Yet seeds germinate and establish new plants and the forest system flourishes – with no digging.
Permaculture gardeners can design to replicate this natural system, by instituting a no-dig garden bed. This is a planting bed that is layered with organic material, rather than soil, in such as way that it does not require digging. Vegetables and fruits are planted into the layered material and are able to access the nutrients they need. The labor required to maintain a no-dig bed is minimal, saving the gardener time and energy. Establishing a no-dig bed is pretty easy and can be done in almost any location.

Select Location
Ideally, you would build a no-dig bed on a piece of earth or grass, but they can also be constructed on concrete, so are feasible growing options for those gardeners with, say, just a courtyard at their disposal. As your no-dig garden bed will typically be used to grow fruit and vegetables, it needs to be sited somewhere that gets a good amount of sunshine, ideally no less than six hours a day. In very hot climates you might prefer partial shade so the plants don’t overheat, but generally the more sun your no-dig bed receives the better. You might also consider orientating your bed north to south, so that the maximum number of plants get the maximum amount of sunshine as the sun moves across the sky during the day. You want to avoid a site that slopes too much as this can cause the bed to ‘creep’ and moisture to run from the higher part to the lower, depriving the plants at the top of moisture and potentially causing waterlogging at the bottom.

Prepare Site
If you prefer you can build your no-dig bed as a raised bed, using recycled materials like boards and bricks to create a frame for the organic material inside. But you can also simple institute the bed directly onto the ground. If you are making your no-dig bed on grass or soil water the surface well before starting to construct it. It you are building on concrete or similarly hard surface it is advisable to place a layer, approximately 4 inches deep, of dry sticks and leaves, in order to assist drainage.

Bottom Layer
The bottom layer (or technically second-bottom layer if constructing on concrete) will comprise newspaper and/or cardboard. Make sure there are no glossy pages in the newspaper you are going to be use, and do not use any cardboard that has a plastic coating. Both these forms contain toxins that you do not want to introduce into your garden bed. If using newspaper, layer sheets to a thickness of around half a centimeter; if using cardboard, a couple of layers will suffice. This layer is primarily there to suppress weed growth, so make sure your sheets overlap to stop the weeds getting through. Water well.

Straw Layer
The next layer should be made from straw. Lucerne straw is a good option if you can source it organically, as it has a night concentration of nitrogen, which is essential for robust plant growth. However, pea straw can also be used as is typically more readily available. Avoid using hay for this layer, as it will likely contain seeds that can germinate in your no-dig bed. Make a layer of around 10 centimeters deep and water the straw well.

Compost Layer
Over the top of the straw layer is where you will place the most organically rich material. Depending on what you have available this could comprise organic compost, a mixture of soil and compost, manure from your chickens, kitchen scraps or worm castings from a worm farm. You could use all of them, if you like.
This layer should be around 5 centimeters deep and, like the previous layers, needs to be well watered when complete. Keep some compost mixture aside for your planting holes. Obviously, using the measurements above might not bring the no-dig bed up to the level you want (for instance, you may want a higher bed to avoid bending over when it comes to harvesting), but rather than making thicker layers, repeat the layers, straw and compost, using the same proportions, until you have the desired height.

Top Layer
However many layers you institute in your no-dig bed, the top layer should always be straw. This acts as a mulch to keep weeds down and to retain moisture within the bed. Again water this layer when it is laid.

Make Planting Holes
Having completed the layering of your garden bed, it’s time to plant. Make holes in the top layer of straw not quite down to the underlying compost layer. Fill the holes with some of your compost mixture, and plant your seeds, seedlings or plants. (Space your holes according to the space required by the mature versions of your preferred species, but consider integrated planting to maximize yield from the bed. Also, think about companion planting to give benefits to your vegetables and fruits, such as shade plants or insect attractors as required.) Water the plantings well.

Maintain
Over time the layers of the no-dig bed will break down as decomposition takes place. To keep your plants provided with nutrients, add layers of compost and straw as the previous layers break down. You can also add a deeper layer of straw to the top if weeds or moisture retention become a problem. The straw should keep the bed moist, but make regular checks and irrigate if the bed dries out.

6 Top alkaline foods to eat every day for vibrant health

2015-02-01T11:34:00.005-08:00

The typical American diet is a deadly one, consisting primarily of toxic and acid-forming foods like processed sugars, artificial sweeteners, refined grains, conventionally produced meats and dairy, and hidden genetically modified organisms. All this, combined with a plethora of other challenging environmental factors (such as lack of rest, psychological stress, and pharmaceutical drugs), mean it’s no wonder that more and more people are being diagnosed with chronic, degenerative illnesses or otherwise deadly conditions for which modern conventional medicine claims to have no known cure.

One of the basic underlying problems with this unsustainable lifestyle – and there are many – is the average consumer’s lack of understanding that the body must balance the blood’s pH levels at a slightly alkaline level of 7.365 in order to survive. When a person ingests food to “burn” for fuel, the digestive and metabolic process transforms it into a kind of ash which is either acidic or alkaline. The laws of modern biochemistry further explain that it is not the organic matter of foods (whether the food itself is acidic or alkaline), but their inorganic matter (such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, sulfur, phosphorous; that is, how they break down in our bodies), that determines either the acidity or alkalinity of this ashy residue.

For this reason, and because all foods in nature contain both acid and alkaline-forming elements according to the Conscious Living Center, balance is either achieved or thwarted as a direct result of the foods we choose to eat. Too many acid-forming foods can have dire consequences for our health, with “acidosis” being a common diagnosis in diabetics, for example. This is because when the nutrients required to maintain this slightly alkaline state cannot be obtained from food, the body will instead draw from its own stores, like the bones or other vital tissues – damaging its ability to repair itself and detoxify heavy metals, thereby making a person more vulnerable to fatigue and illness. And the margin for error is small. Even an only slightly acidic pH of 6.9 can actually lead to coma and death.
Of course, the ultimate goal is balance. Eating too many alkalizing foods can lead to its own fair share of complications over time, but the risk of this is seemingly less likely, given the current sorry state of today’s highly addictive consumerist diet. To combat the effects of such a diet, here are six of the most alkaline-forming foods to work into your everyday meals:

1. Root vegetables

Due to the healing “yang” nature of these foods in traditional Chinese medicine, and their tendency to be more rich in minerals than many other vegetables, it may be safe to say that you can’t get enough of them. Look for radishes especially (black, red or white), as well as beets, carrots, turnips, horseradish and rutabaga. Ready to eat after steaming for just 15-20 minutes, root vegetables will help you feel both satiated and better grounded.

2. Cruciferous vegetables

These are the veggies we all know and love, made even more delicious with just a small amount of healthy, homemade sauce like pesto. Choose from broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and the like.

3. Leafy greens

These include kale, Swiss chard, turnip greens and spinach – of which spinach may in fact be the best pick. Known especially for its rich vitamin K and folate content, spinach is also packed with vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, antioxidants and fiber, helping to improve digestion and even vision.

4. Garlic

A true miracle food, garlic appears at the top of innumerable lists of foods that encourage overall health, and alkaline-forming food is no exception. Among its other benefits are its ability to promote cardiovascular and immune health by lowering blood pressure, cleansing the liver and fighting off disease.

5. Cayenne peppers (capsicum)

As part of a family of potent, tropical peppers which contain enzymes essential to endocrine function, cayenne is among the most alkalizing foods. It is known for its antibacterial properties and is a rich supply of vitamin A, making it a helpful agent in fighting off the harmful free radicals that lead to stress and illness.

6. Lemons

Lemons may be the most alkalizing food of all. As a natural disinfectant, it can heal wounds while also providing potent and immediate relief for hyperacidity and virus-related conditions, as well as coughs, colds, flu and heartburn. Lemon also works to energize the liver and promote detoxification.
So it can’t hurt to think twice about what’s on your plate at your next meal, but not doing so might. Just applying that age-old motherly advice to “eat your vegetables” can be a solid first step in achieving better health.
Sources for this article include:
http://www.onegreenplanet.org
http://livingthepresence.org/pdf/acid_alkaline_fds.pdf
http://www.naturalnews.com
http://vividlife.me
http://www.balance-ph-diet.com/acid_alkaline_food_chart.html

Article originally published on Natural News.com

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