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Are Energy Drinks Dangerous?

2014-11-19T23:21:00.001-05:00

Article from November, 2014 edition of the
Rushville Republican Newspaper Rushville, Indiana

Over the past decade, the energy drink phenomenon has become a multi-billion dollar business. It has also caught the attention of numerous doctors, nutritionists and scientists world-wide. Besides the huge sugar content, the caffeine content is also a real concern. The caffeine in these drinks is also chemically created caffeine, and doesn’t even come from natural sources. One drink contains such a huge amount of it, that there are concerns about, and actual cases of heart attacks, strokes and even death linked to consuming these products. And young people are guzzling these drinks down like water! As if this isn’t bad enough, there is also another little known ingredient that also poses a big question of safety. That ingredient is taurine.

In nature, taurine is a free form amino acid. It is a natural substance that is found in foods like milk, meat, fish and eggs; and is also manufactured in the body from cysteine, an amino acid. Taurine was actually first discovered in the bile of bulls, but it is now synthetically produced for the energy drink market by the truckload. It has been found, that taurine can stimulate the central nervous system, so too much of it could certainly not be a good thing.

Our bodies use taurine during strenuous exercise, and also during times of stress, but what happens if we get to much of it? That question hasn’t even been fully answered by the scientific community. Researchers say they’re curious and puzzled still about the function of taurine in the brain, and have more questions than answers. In a recent article from MedicalNewsToday.com, researchers at Weill Cornell Medical Collegein New York say they were “surprised” to find taurine “extraordinarily active” on brain receptors. They found that taurine works deep inside the brain, in the “regulatory” area of the thalamus, and interacts with the brain’s neurotransmitters

Synthetic taurine has been implicated in illnesses such as high blood pressure, strokes, seizures and heart disease. After causing deaths of several consumers, it has even been banned in some Scandinavian countries.

A healthy organic diet can give you all of the taurine your body needs, without the horrific side effects of its artificial chemical counterpart. You might want to think again about the artificial, chemically created caffeine, taurine and sugar (usually high fructose corn syrup which is also some really bad news) that is in your energy drink. Are you really willing to take such a big risk, or let your children take such a big risk with their lives?

Here is some good news. Recently, a company called Valentus has developed a healthy energy drink. It contains only 4 grams of organic cane sugar, and all natural ingredients (not dangerous laboratory created chemicals). It is in a convenient stick pack that can simply be added to 12 - 16 ounces of water.

Ingredients:

Organic cane sugar, Inulin dietary fiber, Citric acid, Potassium citrate, Natural cherry powder, Natural blueberry powder, Stevia (leaf), Natural flavor, Natural caffeine from coffee bean, Guarana seed powder, Maqui berry powder, Green tea powder, Gotu kola powder, Maca (root) powder, Rhodiola Rosea powder, Siberian ginseng powder, Natural color.

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Valentus Prevail Product Review

2014-08-05T22:04:00.002-04:00

Valentus Prevail ENERGY

Everybody’s has felt that low energy in the afternoon at work. You just don't know how you are going to make it through the rest of the day! Or how about that crash that comes after a major workout? Now, there is a great, healthy solution that doesn't have harmful ingredients that could be dangerous to your body. Get the energy boost and clear focus that you need with Prevail Energy. It works fast and last for hours!
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Valentus Prevail IMMUNE BOOST

Is your everyday diet full of junk food and fast food because you just can't seem to find the time to eat right? Do you get sick a lot? We hear a lot about heart disease, respiratory ailments, and depression problems, but what do we really hear about our immune system? How important is it to you to stay well in the middle of a flu epidemic, or worse? Today, we just never know what will be coming around the corner next. Protect your body with the antioxidants it needs to help guard against sickness and disease with Prevail Immune Boost.

Valentus Prevail TRIM

Do you struggle to manage your weight? Does it seem like an impossible journey and you just don't know how to get where you want to go? Suppress your appetite naturally with Prevail Trim. It can also help to detoxify. This is a product that is designed to help you stop binge eating and get those cravings under control once and for all.

Safety, quality, no artificial ingredients, no side effects and great taste - what else is there? All three of these products have the perfect blend to give them just the right taste. Pleasant, enjoyable and fun is what Valentus products are.

Valentus Prevail ENERGY Ingredients

Guarana Seed
Maqui Berry
Green Tea
Gotu Kola
Maca Root
Rhodiola Rosea
Siberian Ginseng

Valentus Prevail IMMUNE BOOST Ingredients

Aloe Vera
Pomegranite
Grape Skin Extract
Panax Ginseng
Ganoderma Lucidium
Beta Glucan
Mangosteen
Noni Fruit
Goji berry

Valentus Prevail TRIM Ingredients

Garcinia Cambogia
Raspberry Ketones
Maqui Berry
Chromium Zyrchrome

The Final Word?

The Valentus products seem to be what they say they are. Valentus will be launching September 1, 2014 and will definitely give the MLM market and supplement market a run for their money. Their supplements are affordable, they taste great, and they help support a healthy body.

If you would like to learn more about Valentus products, here is a link to the company
website.

Go to the Valentus Website

http://hippieherbalist.blogspot.com/2014/07/valentus-prevail-product-review.html

Meet Jack!

2014-07-28T23:56:00.001-04:00

Wow, what can I say about a product AND company that are healthy, delicious and even fun? I guess when you "Meet Jack" that will simply say it all...

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The ABCs of Staying Young, Healthy & Full of Energy

2014-05-05T18:23:00.000-04:00

Check out this video, and learn about a FREE system for staying healthy, that you can easily learn in a very short time. stop guessing and start feeling GREAT!

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Energy...How to Get It...How to Keep It!

2014-05-01T02:10:00.004-04:00

Does it seem like no matter what you do, you don't seem to have enough energy to get through your busy day? If you are like a big majority of people, then you would probably answer "YES" to this question. Everywhere you look, people are using coffee, cappuccino, and energy drinks to try and solve the issue of having too much day left after their energy is gone. Some report having no energy even when they wake up in the morning. From 2008 to 2012, energy drink sales grew by a whopping 60%. But do you really know what is in that energy drink? Take a look at this February 2013 report from CNN.

http://www.cnn.com/2013/02/06/health/time-energy-drink/

The energy drinks have a lot more caffeine in them than most drinks. Caffeine is a stimulant and it makes most people feel more awake, but is it good for us? Stimulants actually cause our bodies to release more energy, not have more energy! Over time, this can take a toll, and we are actually more fatigued because of the stimulants. So what's the answer to low energy if it's not stimulants?

FOOD is the answer! Now, that being said, we have to consume food that has energy to give our bodies more energy. We can't consume processed, dead, junk foods and expect to have more "get up and go." You have probably heard the old saying, "You ARE what you EAT"? That saying is very true. The question is, what are you made of, ENERGY or GARBAGE?

Good foods contain stored energy. That is what the carbs, fats and sugars are. Food must be digested, transported and metabolized to create energy for our bodies. If more fuel is consumed than the body can convert to energy, then it is stored. That is why eating more doesn't give us more energy. You can tell a lot about how much energy your body has by checking your pH levels. If you pH is in the normal neutral range of around 6.6, you probably have a pretty good supply of energy; however, if your pH is lower, like a huge majority of people, then you are more likely on the lethargic side of life.

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Now you are probably wondering, which nutrients actually increase energy production in our bodies? Those would include B-Complex vitamins (Balanced B Complex), magnesium, zinc, iodine, L-Carnitine, and vitamin D3.

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Some specific causes of low energy can be related to low thyroid function, adrenal fatigue (Burn-out), blood sugar imbalances (lack of protein and/or fatty acids, metabolic syndrome), anemia, lack of sleep, depression, and getting inadequate exercise. Stress can also wreck havoc on our bodies and cause all sorts of energy imbalances. Below are some supplements to help with these issues:

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Long term sleep deprivation is a huge link in the development of:

Obesity

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD):
Hypertension
Stroke
Heart attack
Heart failure
Diabetes and other disorders of glucose metabolism
Mood disorders:
Depression
Anxiety
Cognitive decline:
Poor recall
Slowed thought processing

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Energy isn't just a function of food, it is also mood related. Depression and discouragement makes you feel tired and less enthused about life. Depression and fatigue are usually linked.

Tips for a Better Mood:

Meditate and pray to get in touch with your deeper spiritual awareness

Get counseling, having someone to talk to about your troubles will often lift your mood

Set goals and work to achieve something meaningful in your life

Serve others less fortunate than yourself

My favorite natural mood enhancer is St. John's Wort. Here are a few links of interest http://www.chiro.org/nutrition/FULL/St_John's_Wort_Vs_Drugs.shtml

http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/st-johns-wort

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Lack of exercise can also be a big link to fatigue and even depression. Be sure to get enough moderate exercise from activities like walking, swimming and lymphasizing.

Many people have found lymphasizing helpful for many reasons, including fatigue, depression, detoxification and even weight loss. The reason that people do this is to help open and shut the lymph valves of their lymphatic system. The lymph system is what moves wastes and toxic materials out of the body. The only things that will move lymph are deep breathing and exercise, both of which many people never do. When you begin to lymphasize, it is recommended that you drink up to 2 glasses of warm water. The water helps to get the lymph fluid in your body moving.

Here is how it's done. Place both bare feet on the center of a mat at shoulder length apart. Without taking your feet off of the mat, begin to bounce. (Never take your feet off of the mat for this exercise). As you bounce, breathe 20 quick breaths through your nose to fill your lungs with air. then do 20 quick short breaths out through your mouth. to empty your lungs as much as possible. Keep repeating the breaths as you bounce. This creates a vibrational energy vortex that can help transform the cells in your body (including fat cells). Vibrational weight loss is all the rage in Hollywood right now, but unlike many of the stars, you don't need a machine to do it for you. It is best to start lymphasizing for about 5 – 10 minutes first thing in the morning, and then lengthen the amount of time as needed. Lymphasizing can help increase the levels of oxygen in your body's cells. This can also be done with a mini trampoline (rebounder), just remember, don't pick your feet up and jump, just bounce! Below is a very interesting video from the pioneer of lymphasizing Dr. Samuel West.

If you cannot view this post, you can see it online at http://hippieherbalist.blogspot.com/2014/05/energyhow-to-get-ithow-to-keep-it.html

Why I Eat Butter

2014-01-18T14:09:00.000-05:00

This pretty much sums it up in the butter vs. margarine debate! I vote butter, and have been educating people about this for year!

Here is an awesome graphic from farmerspal.com

http://hippieherbalist.blogspot.com/2014/01/why-i-eat-butter.html

Flu Season 2014: Natural Remedies For Colds, Flu Etc.

2014-01-18T12:33:00.005-05:00

It's that time of year again....flu season. I thought I might take a moment to remind all of my readers that there are some natural ways to beat the viruses and flus that are everywhere running rampant this season of the year.

Just a few days ago, a friend emailed me, then another called me. They had some very sad news. A friend of mine, who was a great healer had passed away due to a heart attack. His family was told that his heart attack was the result of his struggle to breathe due to flu complications.

We are all told that we should get our annual flu shots, but I, like many others, have a lot of reservations about this (and this is only my opinion, you must decide for yourself). There is a lot of controversy over these shots, just as there is controversy over the safety of vaccines. Here is a video that really made me think even more about the controversy:

Here is a great link from a doctor who has devoted her life to the study of vaccines.

It is called The Truth About the Flu Shot:

http://drtenpenny.com/the-truth-about-the-flu-shot/

As I said earlier, you must decide for yourself. Often, people who are very immune compromised may find that the benefit may be worth the risk. But if you are someone who is looking for some natural ways to help protect yourself and your family this flu season, you might want to check out the link to some of the natural tried and true remedies I have posted in the past. They are at the link below.

http://hippieherbalist.blogspot.com/search/label/remedies

http://hippieherbalist.blogspot.com/2014/01/flu-season-2014-natural-remedies-for.html

The World's Best Dad

2013-06-15T13:51:00.004-04:00

Team Hoyt

In honor of Father's day, it seems appropriate to share the inspiring story of Rick and Dick Hoyt (Team Hoyt). This story was originally published in Sports Illustrated on June 20, 2005. I was moved to tears reading the story and watching the video, and I believe many of my readers will be also. The story is a story of true selfless love. It is about an awesome bond between father and son. It is my hope that all who read this are as inspired by it as I have been. Be sure to watch the four-minute video of this amazing story of a father's amazing love and devotion available here.

Strongest Dad in the World

By Rick Reilly for Sports Illustrated

I try to be a good father. Give my kids mulligans. Work nights to pay for their text messaging. Take them to swimsuit shoots.

But compared with Dick Hoyt, I suck.

Eighty-five times he's pushed his disabled son, Rick, 26.2 miles in marathons. Eight times he's not only pushed him 26.2 miles in a wheelchair but also towed him 2.4 miles in a dinghy while swimming and pedaled him 112 miles in a seat on the handlebars – all in the same day.

Dick's also pulled him cross-country skiing, taken him on his back mountain climbing and once hauled him across the U.S. on a bike. Makes taking your son bowling look a little lame, right?

And what has Rick done for his father? Not much – except save his life.

This love story began in Winchester, Mass., 43 years ago, when Rick was strangled by the umbilical cord during birth, leaving him brain-damaged and unable to control his limbs.

"He'll be a vegetable the rest of his life," Dick says doctors told him and his wife, Judy, when Rick was nine months old. "Put him in an institution."

But the Hoyts weren't buying it. They noticed the way Rick's eyes followed them around the room. When Rick was 11 they took him to the engineering department at Tufts University and asked if there was anything to help the boy communicate. "No way," Dick says he was told. "There's nothing going on in his brain."

"Tell him a joke," Dick countered. They did. Rick laughed. Turns out a lot was going on in his brain.

Rigged up with a computer that allowed him to control the cursor by touching a switch with the side of his head, Rick was finally able to communicate. First words? "Go Bruins!" And after a high school classmate was paralyzed in an accident and the school organized a charity run for him, Rick pecked out, "Dad, I want to do that."

Yeah, right. How was Dick, a self-described "porker" who never ran more than a mile at a time, going to push his son five miles? Still, he tried. "Then it was me who was handicapped," Dick says. "I was sore for two weeks."

That day changed Rick's life. "Dad," he typed, "when we were running, it felt like I wasn't disabled anymore!"

And that sentence changed Dick's life. He became obsessed with giving Rick that feeling as often as he could. He got into such hard-belly shape that he and Rick were ready to try the 1979 Boston Marathon.

"No way," Dick was told by a race official. The Hoyts weren't quite a single runner, and they weren't quite a wheelchair competitor. For a few years Dick and Rick just joined the massive field and ran anyway. Then they found a way to get into the race officially: In 1983 they ran another marathon so fast they made the qualifying time for Boston the following year.

Then somebody said, "Hey, Dick, why not a triathlon?"

How's a guy who never learned to swim and hadn't ridden a bike since he was six going to haul his 110-pound kid through a triathlon? Still, Dick tried.

Now they've done 212 triathlons, including four grueling 15-hour Ironmans in Hawaii. It must be a buzzkill to be a 25-year-old stud getting passed by an old guy towing a grown man in a dinghy, don't you think?

Hey, Dick, why not see how you'd do on your own? "No way," he says. Dick does it purely for "the awesome feeling" he gets seeing Rick with a cantaloupe smile as they run, swim and ride together.

This year, at ages 65 and 43, Dick and Rick finished their 24th Boston Marathon, in 5,083rd place out of more than 20,000 starters. Their best time? Two hours, 40 minutes in 1992 – only 35 minutes off the world record, which, in case you don't keep track of these things, happens to be held by a guy who was not pushing another man in a wheelchair at the time.

"No question about it," Rick types. "My dad is the Father of the Century."

And Dick got something else out of all this too. Two years ago he had a mild heart attack during a race. Doctors found that one of his arteries was 95% clogged. "If you hadn't been in such great shape," one doctor told him, "you probably would've died 15 years ago."

So, in a way, Dick and Rick saved each other's life.

Rick, who has his own apartment (he gets home care) and works in Boston, and Dick, retired from the military and living in Holland, Mass., always find ways to be together. They give speeches around the country and compete in some backbreaking race every weekend, including this Father's Day.

That night, Rick will buy his dad dinner, but the thing he really wants to give him is a gift he can never buy. "The thing I'd most like," Rick types, "is that my dad sit in the chair and I push him once."

Sports Illustrated Issue date: June 20, 2005, p. 88

Don't miss the most amazing four-minute video of this deeply moving team below, or go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9MYoQnfVQU

To see the inspiring website of Team Hoyt: http://www.teamhoyt.com

Happy Father's Day to all the great dads out there!

GMOs: Seeds of Death?

2013-06-15T03:39:00.002-04:00

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Edible Flowers: Calendula Cookies :)

2013-05-27T01:19:00.001-04:00

On Saturday, May 25, 2013 I attended a fair where I set up a lot of dried herbs for sale, and taught others about using herbs. I had a friend ask about a recipe using calendula for a ladies group she belongs to. Here is a great recipe for calendula-orange cookies. ENJOY!

CALENDULA-ORANGE COOKIES

2 -3 T. dried calendula blossoms (or 6 - 8 fresh blossoms)
½ c. real butter, at room temperature
½ c. raw sugar
Grated zest of two oranges (orange part of the peel only)
2 T. orange concentrate, at room temperature
1 t. vanilla
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 c. all purpose flour (whole grain is best)
2 ½ t. baking powder
¼ t. sea salt
1 c. almond halves
Preheat oven to 350° F. Lightly grease 2 cookie sheets. Rinse calendulas (if using fresh petals). Pull off petals and set aside. Do not rinse if using dried. Fresh or dried, chop the petals finely or process in a food processor. In a bowl, cream butter, sugar and orange rind until fluffy. Add orange juice concentrate and vanilla. Mix in eggs, stirring until blended. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Blend calendula petals and dry ingredients into creamed mixture. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet. Press an almond half into each cookie. Bake 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown. Makes 3 to 4 dozen.

Note: When making food with flower petals, blossoms or dried flowers, use only organic varieties. Never use them from a garden center that sprays their plants, or from a source that you are not sure of.

This recipe was slightly modified from the original recipe at Lemon Verbena Lady's Blog

Toxic Chemicals In Our Environment - Toxic Chemicals In Our Bodies!

2013-05-19T17:01:00.001-04:00

Here is a great video segment done by Bill Moyers in 2001 about the chemicals we are being exposed to on a daily basis. If there were 20 new chemicals invented weekly in 2001, how many more have we been exposed to in the past 12 years since this segment was aired? It's truly sad that there are so many people who are sick or who have actually died due to companies who put profit before human health concerns, and then try to cover up anything that is discovered that links their product to sickness and disease!

How many more cases of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, behavior and learning disorders must we see before we realize the truth? Why isn't this an issue that the American people are educated about?

One of the best ways that I have found to help remove a lot of these toxic substances from our bodies is to use a natural mineral called zeolite.

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Silver Sol Technology - High Ho Silver! It's Not Your Ordinary Colloidal Silver...

2013-05-09T02:08:00.000-04:00

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According to Dr. Gordon Pedersen, Silver Sol is simply superfine silver particles dispersed in deionized water. The term “Sol” is a chemical designation of a pure mineral, such as metallic silver, permanently suspended in water where the mineral’s charge is transferred to the entire body of water. Silver Sol technology includes advanced scientific research and new product development utilizing its anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal properties.

What Does Silver Sol Do?

Silver Sol has the ability to destroy 143 types of bacteria, both forms of viruses, mold, yeast, and a limited number of parasites. It can also purify water (US Patent Office, Nov. 2006). Silver Sol can be used to treat over three hundred conditions; these are listed in the book A Fighting Chance by Dr. Gordon Pedersen.

Dr. Pedersen notes that Silver Sol functions as a non-toxic disinfectant for internal or external use as it comes in three forms: liquid, topical gel, and aerosolized. From toenail fungus to rashes, Silver Sol aids the immune system in reducing the bacteria, viruses, and mold it encounters.

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More and More People Are Turning To Holistic Health Therapies

2013-04-15T15:01:00.002-04:00

In the United States, there are more people who are now turning to holistic and alternative health therapies. There is a real revival in the belief that physical, mental and spiritual health are all a part of being and staying healthy and whole. The graphic below, created by visual.ly shows that there are currently some very interesting trends taking place.

In the last year, 40% of U.S. adults have used a holistic therapies

Women choose holistic and alternative therapies 10% more than men

In the U.S, people in the west choose holistic therapies the most

Natural products and supplements are used more than any other natural therapy

Among adults, fish oil is the most common supplement used

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It's Allergy Season Again! Do You Have a Plan?

2013-04-15T14:10:00.000-04:00

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So....What's In Your Fast Food Burger?

2013-04-15T13:44:00.000-04:00

So did you ever wonder what really is in that "Fast Food" burger you are eating every day for lunch? Would you believe that a large majority of people don't even want to know what is in their food? Does that even make sense? It is a fact, one that has been proven to be true time and time again, "You ARE what you EAT!" Take a look at this little cartoon short. You may be surprised.

It seems that in the modern world, everything now seems to be about:

FAST, EASY & CHEAP?

The Food We Eat Really Does Matter!

In a world where our food supply is so tainted, not to mention less nutritious due to the use of herbicides and pesticides destroying the minerals in the ground that are necessary for growing healthy food supplies; we need to make better choices for our food, and also use supplementation as a way to be sure of getting the proper nutrients. The supplements I use, in my opinion, and according to the tests done on them, are some of the best of the best in pure nutrients. Do you know what is in your supplements and how they are made? We do!

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Where Do Your Meat and Eggs Come From?

2013-04-14T04:28:00.000-04:00

Are you eating food from a sustainable source, or from a factory farm? Do you know what the difference is? If you don't know, then you might want to watch the short cartoon films below. There are a lot of movies that show the real thing, but you can get the idea from these short films about "The Meatrix."

The Meatrix I

Watch the movie that started it all! The Meatrix spoofs The Matrix and highlights the problems with factory farming. Join our heroes Moopehus, Leo, and Chickity as they help save family farms!

The Meatrix II

The original Meatrix movie changed the way we look at meat. The sequel will change way we feel about cheese, watch The Meatrix II: Revolting!

The Meatrix II 1/2

Taking the fast out of fast food! The action continues in the award-winning Meatrix series. Moopheus, Leo, and Chickity learn firsthand about the problems with meat processing.

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Store Wars Organic Rebellion?

2013-04-14T03:40:00.000-04:00

Cuke Skywalker takes on Darth Tader in...

STORE WARS: THE ORGANIC REBELLION

A Supermarket Far, Far Away (May 10, 2005)--The Organic Trade Association (OTA) and Free Range Studios today launched a sci-fi supermarket saga, "Store Wars: The Organic Rebellion" (www.storewars.org), on the Internet. The five-minute movie features Cuke Skywalker, Princess Lettuce, Chewbroccoli and other organic rebels—played by real vegetables dressed as Star Wars characters—battling it out with Darth Tader, the evil lord of the Dark Side of the Farm.

Store Wars is an outreach effort of OTA to educate consumers about the many benefits of organic products. By spoofing a pop culture phenomenon like Star Wars, OTA hopes to attract a new generation of organic consumers, especially “Gen Xers” who grew up loving Luke, Leia and Han, and are now increasingly concerned about making healthy food choices for their families.

“If you think about it, a battle is currently being waged over food in America, and the direction agriculture will take in the future. We’re asking in a light-hearted way for people to think about the choices they make at the grocery store,” said Katherine DiMatteo, executive director of the Organic Trade Association.

Store Wars is the brainchild of Free Range Studios, makers of the 2003 smash hit The Meatrix (www.themeatrix.com), an online movie seen by more than 10 million viewers, translated into four languages and honored at the Webbys, Sundance, South by Southwest and a dozen other prestigious festivals and contests. To obtain a Beta SP or DVD copy of the mini movie, contact Holly Givens at the Organic Trade Association (www.ota.com).

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NSP Solstic: Make Your Water Healthy!

2013-04-10T01:28:00.000-04:00

This is one of my favorite Nature's Sunshine videos. I think you will enjoy it too. The video is funny, but the solstic products are truly awesome! They are easy to use, and can be put in your car, purse or pocket for those who "don't have time to take supplements!" Just put them in your water and go!

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2013-04-10T01:16:00.000-04:00

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We Cleanse the Outside of Our Bodies, What About the Inside?

2013-04-05T02:34:00.000-04:00

Most people wouldn't even think of going out in public before they took their daily shower. Besides, it just feels good when our skin and hair is clean. The question is, if it feels so good when we are clean on the outside, how much better does it feel when we are clean on the inside? Does it make a difference?

When you cleanse you body, you can help undo years of damage due to toxic build up. Let's face it, we put lots of toxic food in our bodies, we breathe toxic air, we drink toxic water laced with chlorine and fluoride, and we wonder why we have low energy, allergies, and lots of other health problems. Toxicity is really a problem in todays world.

In the U.S., cleansing became a popular practice during the 1920s and 1930s, but it actually dates back to ancient Greece. Today, it is a practice done by a large number of people who accept that proper digestion is crucial for maintaining overall health and wellness.

When our digestion is working properly, all of the food we eat is broken down and used by our bodies, or flushed out as a waste product. On the flip side, when our digestive systems are sluggish and aren't working properly, food particles often get left behind. It is believed that this food that gets left in the digestive system eventually creates a buildup that can produce toxins, which can then contribute to symptoms of fatigue and eventually be linked to many other illnesses. Sluggish digestion and sludge in the bowels may also reduce our bodies efficiency in eliminating toxins and waste.

CleanStart is a comprehensive approach to cleansing the whole body. It contains laxative herbs to facilitate the cleansing of the intestinal tract. Soothing herbs blended into the formula help support gentle cleansing. Herbs that help rekindle the ability of the digestive system to properly handle digestion, absorption and waste elimination are also part of this product. Because the digestive system is not alone in the waste-elimination process, herbs for detoxifying the accessory organs (liver, gallbladder, pancreas) and the urinary system are incorporated into this formula. Blood purification is also an important aspect of body cleansing; hence, reputable blood-purifying herbs are also components of the CleanStart program.

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Laxative Herbs

The laxative herbs in this formula help remove toxic debris that build up in the colon. Psyllium and fenugreek seeds are high in fiber and have a bulk laxative action, which helps support optimal gastrointestinal transit. Cascara sagrada, yellow dock, buckthorn and Turkey rhubarb are high in anthraquinones. These substances act on the large intestines, stimulating colon peristalsis to promote elimination.

Marshmallow, licorice, aloe and ginger soothe the digestive system while cleansing. Marshmallow root contains mucilaginous polysaccharides that help protect and soothe tissues. Licorice and ginger are reported to have antispasmodic and gastroprotective effects.

Sarsaparilla, red clover, echinacea, burdock, Oregon grape, couch grass, milk thistle and dandelion are purifying herbs in this pack. They are recommended for periodic “spring cleaning” of the body. Their mild diuretic effects are beneficial in promoting the elimination of toxins via the urinary system. In addition, sarsaparilla, through its sweat-promoting properties, enhances toxin elimination from the lymph and circulatory systems.

Bentonite and sodium copper chlorophyllin are detoxifying ingredients. Bentonite adsorbs toxins, facilitating their removal from the bowel. Sodium copper chlorophyllin is a green pigment found in almost all plants. It has been used to aid in the removal of various toxins via the liver and remains a key compound for improving the function of essential detoxification pathways.

Pepsin, capsicum, potassium citrate and lactobacillus help restore improved function of the digestive system. Anytime a deficiency of proteolytic enzymes exists, bits of undigested protein may remain in the body, causing difficulties. Pepsin supports efficient protein digestion and protects the intestines from foreign invaders. Capsicum is used to improve digestion and relieve occasional gastrointestinal problems. Potassium citrate plays a role in gastric secretion and enzyme reactions, helping to support digestion. Lactobacillus spores were thoughtfully blended into this cleanse to help re-establish the balance of these beneficial organisms. CleanStart is a thorough, yet gentle cleanse that is perfect for just about anyone. The ingredients in CleanStart are incorporated into a capsule packet and a powder drink mix packet (available in Apple-Cinnamon and Wild Berry flavors) that make cleansing easy and convenient.

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Wildcraft Board Game - Learn While You Play!

2013-04-05T01:30:00.001-04:00

If you are looking for a great way to teach your children, and even yourself, more about herbs and their uses then this is a fun way to do just that. Kids love games, so they won't even know they're learning something that could make a lifetime of difference.

Learn about edible and medicinal plants, then go on a nature walk to explore the plants that grow right in your area. I wish I would have had a game like this when I was growing up.

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Even The Younger Generations Are Starting To Get It!

2013-04-05T01:09:00.000-04:00

I recently spoke with a 23 year old woman who was so excited to learn about natural remedies and how to use food and supplements to support her own health. She told me that she had grown her own garden for the first time, and was simply ecstatic to gather all of the information she could about how to live her live in the healthiest ways possible. It was so good to see someone so young who was truly taking an interest, not only in her own quality of life, but also of those around her. You are beautiful Ashley L. It is a true honor and pleasure to know you.

Here is a video that I ran across of another young woman who has taken a true interest in helping herself and in educating others. She is talking about how to decalcify the pineal gland. There is a lot of truly good information in this short clip. I really enjoyed this video, and I think my readers will also.

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I am seeing a big change now in what a lot of younger people are becoming interested in. That is a good sign. Maybe there is still a lot of hope for the world. These are the people who will be running it soon. It is quite refreshing to see them caring about their own health, the health of others, and even the health of our planet as a whole eco system. What do you think? Are you seeing a change like I am?

Free Herb Course With Famous Herbalist Susun Weed!

2013-04-02T16:06:00.001-04:00

Susun Weed Video Interview

In July 2007, Susun Weed was interviewed by John Gallagher for an hour at the Northwest HerbFest near Eugene, OR.

Here is the actual five part interview. Each video has a length of about 10 minutes.

It is truly amazing how much this woman knows, and even more amazing is how she has used nature to help so many people. She is truly remarkable in her knowledge and wisdom!

Now is your chance to learn more from one of the masters of herbs, and even better, you can do it for FREE!

Part 1

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Give Your Children the Gift of Natural Health!

2013-04-02T15:20:00.002-04:00

Did you ever wish that someone had taught you about plants, flowers and natural remedies? What if they had taught you this when you were a child, how much different would things be for you today? Now is your chance to do just that for your children or grandchildren.

Teach your children how to use the wonderful gifts nature provides for a lifetime of health! What better gift could you give to your children or grandchildren?

Herb Fairies

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Learn how to use what nature has to offer to make your own natural remedies and even your own foods from nature. Learn how to wildcraft and even teach your children as you are learning. What a great way to spend some time outdoors with your kids this spring and summer!

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Herb Fairies

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Make Your Own Essential Oil Spray Cleaner

2013-03-17T02:43:00.000-04:00

Essential Oil Cleaner Recipe

Materials Needed:

Clean spray bottle

White distilled vinegar

Distilled water

20-30 or more drops of essential oil

Instructions:

Fill spray bottle ½ with distilled vinegar.

Add 20 – 30 drops of your favorite essential oils (I like lavender, citrus scents, tea tree, rosemary or pine due to their antibacterial nature).

Fill bottle the rest of the way with distilled water.

Shake well. Can be used on countertops, floors, mirrors, windows etc.

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