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Which Fruit Fights Cancer Better?

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:57:00 +0000

Flawed Government Report Thwarts State Raw Milk Initiatives

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:05:00 +0000

Written by Kimberly Hartke

Wednesday, 03 April 2013 13:37

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 3, 2013--Washington, D.C.--( GlobeNewswire)--A recent CDC study claims that unpasteurized milk and products made with unpasteurized milk cause 150 times more outbreaks than pasteurized milk or products made from pasteurized milk. After careful analysis, The Weston A. Price Foundation (WAPF) finds the CDC study to be substantially flawed and misleading.

In 2013, bills to expand raw milk access are being introduced in as many as sixteen states. The CDC report was issued during the 2012 legislative season. Raw milk proponents say the CDC report could have an impact on a number of state bills in 2013 that aim to broaden consumer access to raw milk. Raw milk bills in Indiana, Iowa and Wyoming died in committee. Another example would be Wisconsin where Assistant Majority Leader Glenn Grothman plans to introduce a raw milk bill. Last week, Wisconsin public health officials and medical ‘experts’ put out an anti-raw milk statement that relied heavily on the CDC study.

The study by Langer et al can be viewed here:

http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/18/3/pdfs/11-1370.pdf

“The CDC data released in the Langer paper, March 2012, actually showed no statistical difference in the rate of illness attributed to raw milk or products produced from raw milk compared to those produced from pasteurized milk,” says Sally Fallon Morell, president of the Weston A. Price Foundation, “so CDC used the number of ‘outbreaks’ to make raw milk look bad. CDC defines an outbreak as two or more illnesses, and outbreaks involving raw milk or raw milk products involve far fewer individuals than outbreaks involving pasteurized milk. What really counts is the number of illnesses.” See WAPF press release, February 2012, CDC Cherry Picks Data to Make Case Against Raw Milk.

The Weston A. Price Foundation is a worldwide nutrition education nonprofit. Their Campaign for Real Milk (realmilk.com) works to restore this traditional food to its rightful place in the human diet.

The report has numerous scientific flaws that call in to question its credibility. For instance the report claims that there are more outbreaks in states that allow raw milk sales. The premise that allowing raw milk sales in a state leads to more outbreaks is not valid because the researchers lumped all dairy products together for analysis rather than limiting it to fluid milk. “Since they fail to present analysis that compares laws concerning fluid milk and outbreaks attributed to fluid milk, we must conclude that they didn’t find any statistical difference,” says Fallon Morell. “Despite the obvious motive to demonstrate a link between changing the laws to permit raw milk and increased public risk, they in fact demonstrate that they are unable to find any such consequences.”

“The CDC clearly documents the fact that it has no data to show a statistical increase in illnesses in those states that legalized sale. The real effect of changing these laws is to enhance the public health and increase the number of families that have access to wholesome, unprocessed milk with its vital nutrition and enzymes intact,” explains Fallon Morell.

A close examination of reports on illness associated with raw milk reveals that there are an average of 41 illnesses attributed to raw milk each year, of which about 23 are confirmed illnesses. According to a federal agency phone survey, 3.04 percent of the population consumes raw milk. The most recent figures from the CDC published in March 2013 report that there are an estimated 876,209 foodborne illnesses per year in the U.S.

“Using these figures, we might expect to see 26,637 foodborne illnesses per year among those people drinking raw milk” says Dr. Ted Beals, a retired pathologist who has made a study of raw milk safety. “Of those illnesses we see only about 41 illnesses per year attributed to the raw milk they drink. Only 0.2% of their illnesses attributed to all the foods they eat are associated with the raw milk they drink almost daily. These government numbers show us that raw milk is a very safe food.”

The report confirms that there have been no deaths from fluid raw milk over the period of the report. By contrast, three people died from pasteurized milk in Massachusetts in 2007. The government reports 15 deaths per year from raw oysters and 30 deaths per year from eggs. “Clearly government agencies are applying a double standard to raw milk, singling it out as ‘inherently dangerous’ when other foods obviously pose a greater threat to health,” says Fallon Morell.

“We don’t want anyone to get sick from raw milk,” says Fallon Morell, “and with reasonable management practices by farmers and consumers, we could reduce the number of illness even more than the extremely low numbers now experienced. Continued government opposition to freedom of choice is unproductive. Health officials need to acknowledge consumer demand for this nutritious food. Producer and consumer groups are capable of setting reasonable and effective standards. Health departments need to cease their entrenched antagonism and support both public and private measures that benefit raw milk safety. And when illnesses do occur, we need to take an unbiased look at what went wrong so that we can improve milk safety.”

The Weston A. Price Foundation is a Washington, DC-based nutrition education 501(c)(3) with the mission of disseminating science-based information on diet and health. Named after Weston A. Price, DDS, author of Nutrition and Physical Degeneration, WAPF publishes a quarterly journal for its 15,000+ members, supports 572 local chapters worldwide and hosts a yearly international conference. Contact at (202) 363-4394, westonaprice.org, info@westonaprice.org.

Omega-3 Benefits Studied in Overweight Young Adults

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:42:00 +0000

(National Standard) A study found a lack of effect of short-term omega-3 supplementation on metabolic syndrome or markers of inflammation in relatively overweight but healthy young adults.

Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that occur together and may increase the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Metabolic syndrome is often characterized by high blood pressure, high blood sugar, high cholesterol, and excess body fat around the waist.

Dietary sources of omega-3 fatty acids include fish oil and certain plant and nut oils. Fish oil contains both docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), while some nuts (such as English walnuts) and vegetable oils (such as canola, soybean, flaxseed, linseed, and olive oils) contain alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). There is evidence from multiple studies that suggests that DHA and EPA intake in the form of dietary fish or fish oil supplements lowers triglycerides; reduces the risk of death, heart attack, dangerous abnormal heart rhythms, and strokes in people with known cardiovascular disease; slows the buildup of arterial hardening, and lowers and lowers blood pressure slightly.

In the current study, researchers set out to determine whether these potential benefits of omega-3 may apply to a population of overweight young adults. They recruited people between the ages of 18-30 with body mass indices (BMIs) of 23 or greater. (Generally, a BMI between 25 and 29.9 is considered overweight.) The participants randomly received either 1.7 grams of omega-3 or safflower oil placebo daily for four weeks. Researchers collected blood samples and looked at measures such as blood pressure, blood sugar, and levels of C-reactive protein, an inflammatory marker.

The results showed that DHA and EPA concentrations increased in the omega-3 group over the course of the study. However, there was a lack of effect of omega-3 on measures of blood pressure, metabolic syndrome, cholesterol, and inflammation.

The researchers concluded that the lack of effect of omega-3 may be due to the short period of supplementation. Further study is needed before firm conclusions may be made on the possible benefits of fish oil in relatively overweight young adults.

Many integrative therapies have been evaluated for their potential benefits on weight loss and other related concerns in overweight and obese people. 5-HTP, chitosan, DHEA, Korean pine, mango seed fiber, and whey protein are all backed by good scientific evidence for their effects in reducing appetite and promoting weight loss.

For more information about omega-3, please visit Natural Standard's Foods, Herbs & Supplements Database.

References

Natural Standard: The Authority on Integrative Medicine. www.naturalstandard.com
Root M, Collier SR, Zwetsloot KA, et al. A randomized trial of fish oil omega-3 fatty acids on arterial health, inflammation, and metabolic syndrome in a young healthy population. Nutr J. 2013 Apr 8;12(1):40. [Epub ahead of print] View Abstract

U.K. Cell Phone Study Points to Acoustic Neuroma, Not Brain Cancer

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:32:00 +0000

Fourth Study To Show Tumor Link; Is This Really Prospective Epidemiology?

Microwave News, May 12, 2013

A new study from the U.K. is adding support to the still controversial proposition that long-term use of a cell phone increases the risk of developing acoustic neuroma, a tumor of the auditory nerve. No higher risk of glioma or meningioma, two types of brain cancer, was observed.

Women who used a mobile phone for more than ten years were two-and-half-times more likely to have an acoustic neuroma than those who never used a phone. The finding is based on a smaller number of cases than the brain tumor results but is statistically significant. The U.K. epidemiological study is the fourth to show an association between long-term use of a cell phone and acoustic neuroma.

"[W]e did find a trend of increasing risk of acoustic neuroma with increasing duration of mobile phone use," according to the team led by Victoria Benson, Jane Green and Valerie Beral of the University of Oxford. IARC's Joachim Schüz, an avowed tumor risk skeptic, is a coauthor. The trend of more tumors with more phone use is also statistically significant. The paper is being published by the International Journal of Epidemiology; a copy was posted on its Web site on May 8th.

WIthout explanation, the increase in acoustic neuroma is omitted in the study conclusion presented in the published abstract. Only the lack of an association with brain cancer is reported there.

But perhaps the most controversial aspect of the new study is that it is being touted as "prospective." Prospective studies are considered superior to retrospective studies — such asInterphone— because they do not rely on people's memories to estimate past exposures. The fear with retrospective studies is that subjects with tumors, eager to explain their condition, will overestimate their cell phone use and skew the results in favor an association. In a prospective study, subjects fill out regular questionnaires detailing phone use and other possible changes over the span of the study.

It is true that the women were recruited into the U.K. study population before they developed a tumor and would not have had any incentive to misreport their phone use. But, beyond that, nothing about monitoring their radiation exposure could be called prospective. The U.K. study offers scant improvement over past efforts.

Calling the new study prospective cuts two ways. On the one hand, it gives additional support to the finding of no brain cancer from cell phones, but, on the other hand, it lends greater credibility to the acoustic neuroma association. This might explain the absence of the observed acoustic neuroma risk in the conclusion.

Exposure Assessment: “Crude” and “Extremely Limited”

"The evidence presented is less than a slam dunk," said Joe Bowman, an industrial hygienist with the U.S. NIOSH, who worked on the Interphone study. "The exposure assessment in the new study was pretty crude and no attempt was made to estimate radiation exposure," he toldMicrowave News from his office in Cincinnati. "While it is better than in past retrospective studies in some ways, it is worse in others," he added. "For example, in Interphone, a user's entire phone history was obtained."

Cell phone use in the U.K. study was based on the answers to only one or two questions posed at the time the women were recruited for the study. They were asked, "About how often do you use a mobile phone?" and were given three options: "never," less than once a day" and "every day." Those who did use a cell phone were also asked "for how long?" At the end of the study in 2009, participants were asked two more questions about their cell phone use, but those answers were not used in the data analysis.

"The study has extremely limited exposure assessment," concurred Joel Moskowitz, an epidemiologist at the University of California, Berkeley. In 2009, Moskowitz published a meta-analysis pointing to a tumor risk from cell phones. In an interview, Moskowitz pointed out that the U.K. team had not collected any information on the use of cordless phones. "This could have been an important source of RF exposure," he said.

The Oxford paper also reports a higher than expected incidence of tumors of the pituitary gland, but this increase is not statistically reliable.

Both the Interphone project and Lennart Hardell's group in Sweden have previously linked long-term cell phone use with acoustic neuroma, as did a Japanese team in 2010. The new paper does not cite the Japanese study.

Last fall, the Italian Supreme Court ruled in favor of such an association.

Two years ago, an expert panel convened by IARC classified RF radiation as a possible human carcinogen. In April, IARC published the rationale for the decision.

Proper Toilet Position

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:36:00 +0000

For better posture on the toilet, try the Squatty Potty!

Available in 7" or 9" for all types of toilets.

Top Five Tips to Live Long and Prosper

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Top 5 Tips to “Live Long and Prosper”

This infamous catch phrase by Dr. Spock more than likely is the goal of everyone reading this blog today, unfortunately, however this is much easier said than done. To assist in this, we here at Natural Healing Tools have complied the list that we believe would be closest to what the real Dr. Spock would prescribe if he was here, instead of carrying out what seems will be one of his greatest and best looking adventures yet.

Tip #1: Eat a Colorful and Fresh Diet

The number one way to live a healthier life is to monitor exactly what we eat. This is a problem nationally as nearly half of Americans are overweight or obese (estimated 154.7 million American adults- according to the American Heart Association) and obesity is the leading cause of preventable disease in America today, with moderate obesity cutting a person’s life expectancy by 3 years and severe obesity cutting it by 10 years. The simplest and best way to stay at a healthy weight, is to focus on eating a diet as colorful and close to nature as possible. By eating a veritable rainbow of natural food, a person is able to garner as many different vital nutrients as possible, which if in a natural state are easier for the body to absorb and are more satisfying then eating processed food full of extra sugar, salt, fat, and preservatives. However, while it would be optimal to only eat unprocessed food, in this day and age it is nearly impossible to do this. As a solution to this problem, we would advise to follow the 90/10 rule or eating as fresh and close to nature as possible for 90% of what you eat, so that the 10% will not ruin your health, but will allow someone to engage in normal social interaction and not feel guilty about eating something that they know they shouldn’t.
Overall Addition to Life: +3 years

Tip #2: Get plenty of Exercise

The second way to live a longer and healthier life is to include plenty of exercise. This does not mean that you have to go to the gym, but it does mean that a large amount of movement should be employed every day, whether that is taking the dogs for a walk, going hiking, practicing yoga, or whatever your favorite form of exercise is. The important thing is that you are doing something everyday other than sitting, especially watching T.V., for most of your leisure time, as sitting for more than three hours a day for leisure was correlated in reducing life expectancy by 2 years and by watching less than two hours of T.V. a day will bump the average life expectancy up 1.4 years.
Overall Addition to Life: +3.4 years

Tip #3: Financial Vitality

There is a correlation between income inequality and difference in life expectancy, however there is more to this tip then that. In a program at Creighton University, low income women were given the chance to learn how to take control of their financial life and put it in order. Before and after this program, their blood pressure, BMI, and other markers of overall health were taken. After successfully completing the program, the women had improved markers in overall health and well being, mostly without other changes in their overall lifestyle. In order to help live a longer life, it is vital to keep finances in order so that money does not become the all consuming stresser that it is prone to become. Furthermore, what good is it to extend your life if you will not be able to afford those extra years in any semblance of comfort or enjoyment?
Overall Addition: +2 years

Tip #4: Supplementation

While it is nearly impossible to live a healthy lifestyle without a healthy diet, it is just as impossible to get every single vital vitamin and nutrient from diet alone that our body’s need to survive. While it is inadvisable to over supplement, it is general consensus that certain additions are beneficial to a person’s life. The most prominent of these are the Essential Fatty Acids which cannot be produced alone by the body and which may help decrease inflammation, heart disease, and age related diseases such as Alzheimer’s and/or dementia. Furthermore, it has been shown that calcium and Vitamin D when taken together may increase fat loss, while using Vitamin C may include protection against immune system deficiencies and cardiovascular disease. While it is advisable to consume as many vitamins and minerals as possible from whole food, we do carry the products that can help fill any bases you may have missed whether that is in the form of an all natural superfood, your daily mineral requirements, or your essential fatty acids, we have you covered.
Overall Addition: +1 year

Tip #5: Goal Setting- The Bucket List

This tip may not necessarily increase qualitatively, but will increase quantitatively. Similar to the advisement above to plan for that longer life you hope to live, we advise to set goals of what you want to do with that extra time you have, with these goals set around things that you enjoy or want to do. In conjunction with good financial planning, almost any goal can be realized, whether that is to climb Mount Everest, live life seeing your children and grandchildren everyday, teaching the practices you hold near and dear to your hear, or traveling the world or even other worlds(an activity Spock would eagerly approve and recommend with approval from a physician). The point is that it is your life and it should be lived to maximize enjoyment, whatever that form of enjoyment is to you!
Overall Addition: A happy and fulfilling life

By following these five easy tips, a person could potentially add up to or more than 10 years to their life expectancy, while at the same time improving the way that it is lived in order to guarantee that it was a life that was fulfilling and as joyful as possible. So with those tips in my mind, my your go forth and “Live Long and Prosper”.

Credit for Pictures, Star Trek, Spock and all related content: startrek.com, pintrest

Common Sense: Heart Attacks and Hot Water

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:15:00 +0000

The Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals, not cold water, maybe it is time we adopt their drinking habit while eating.

Think about the kitchen sink in your home. You don't pour fat down the drain and run cold water! That's the same as drinking ice cold beverages while eating.

The cold beverage acts to solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. This slows down the digestion process. Once this semi solid 'sludge' reacts with the stomach acid, it breaks down and is absorbed into the intestine faster than solid food. The 'sludge' lines the intestine. Very soon, this will turn into fats, clogs the intestine, and can lead to cancer.

To alleviate this 'sludge' factor, it is simple to drink hot soup, hot tea or warm water during/after a meal. This aids the digestive process and helps keep the intestine clean.

Healthy for your diet - and great for your wallet. Water is free when eating out - order hot water instead of cold. Add a lemon for flavor!

Reminder of Common Symptoms Of Heart Attack...

A serious note about heart attacks - you should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting . Be aware of intense pain in the jaw line may also be an early warning sign.

You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack. Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms. 60% of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. The more we know, the better chance we could survive..

A cardiologist says if everyone who reads this post shares it to 10 people, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life. Read & Send to a friend. You could save a life...

Research Shows Botox Lessens Ability to Recognize Emotions

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:07:00 +0000

By Josh Dixon

While Botox has long been sought after to smooth wrinkles and any faulty facial features, a new study suggests while it may cure these physical ailments, the treatment could have long lasting effects on your ability to understand the emotions of others.

David Neal, a psychology professor at the University of Southern Carolina acted as the lead author in this research, which was published in the journalSocial Psychology and Personality Science.

In his research, Neal suggests that it is the process of Botox itself, which makes it so debilitating in reading emotions as Botox paralyzes muscles and prevents certain facial movements.

Since people read emotion by mimicking facial expressions, Neal says “if muscular signals from the face to the brain are dampened, you’re less able to read emotions.”

Researchers conducted two experiments, one of 31 women, comparing Botox with Restylane, a dermal filler, and the other of 56 women and 39 men, using a gel that amplifies muscular signals. Participants in both experiments viewed computer images of faces and identified the emotions they saw.

“When the facial muscles are dampened, you get worse in emotion perception, and when the facial muscles are amplified, you get better at emotion perception,” Neal says.

Similarly, studies have recently been conducted out of Columbia University stating that Botox may make recipients less susceptible to emotions in general.

Ultimately Neal says that users of Botox need to “consider whether these procedures are having any indirect costs – reducing their ability to empathize and understand people’s emotions.

If nothing else, this research clearly demonstrates that facial expressions are a dominant factor in the ways in which we express our emotions and ourselves. By impeding these expressions, we are impeding our ability to communicate effectively.

Bad Reaction to Cosmetics? Tell the FDA!

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:17:00 +0000

You break out in a head-to-toe rash after applying a sunless tanning lotion. Your son’s skin is red and blotchy after he gets his face painted at the school carnival. Your daughter’s scalp is burned after using a hair relaxer.

If you've had a negative reaction to a beauty, personal hygiene, or makeup product, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants to know.

From morning until night—styling our hair for work to showering before bed—Americans depend upon personal care products. Most are safe, but some cause problems, and that’s when FDA gets involved.

“Even though these products are widely used, most don’t require FDA approval before they’re sold in stores, salons, and at makeup counters,” says Linda Katz, M.D., director of the agency’s Office of Cosmetics and Colors. “So, consumers are one of FDA’s most important resources when it comes to identifying problems.”

The federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act defines “cosmetics” as products that are intended to be applied to the body “for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness, or altering the appearance.” But the legal definition includes items that most Americans might not ordinarily think of as cosmetics, including:

face and body cleansers
deodorants
moisturizers and other skin lotions and creams
baby lotions and oils
hair care products, dyes, conditioners, straighteners, perms
makeup
hair removal creams
nail polishes
shaving products
perfumes and colognes
face paints and temporary tattoos
permanent tattoos and permanent makeup

What to Report

Katz says consumers should contact FDA if they experience a rash, hair loss, infection, or other problem—even if they didn't follow product directions. FDA also wants to know if a product has a bad smell or unusual color—which could signal contamination—or if the item’s label is incomplete or inaccurate.

If you have any concerns about a cosmetic, contact MedWatch, FDA’s problem-reporting program, on the Web or at 1-800-332-1088; or contact the consumer complaint coordinator in your area.

When you contact FDA, include the following information in your report:

the name and contact information for the person who had the reaction;
the age, gender, and ethnicity of the product’s user;
the name of the product and manufacturer;
a description of the reaction—and treatment, if any;
the healthcare provider’s name and contact information, if medical attention was provided; and
when and where the product was purchased.

And be sure to give the age, gender, and ethnicity of the person who had the reaction, says FDA scientist Wendy Good, Ph.D. Good, who analyzes reports about problems with cosmetics, says that information is important because it can help scientists spot trends.

When a consumer report is received, FDA enters the information into a database of negative reactions. Experts then look for reports related to the same product or similar ones. FDA scientists will use the information to determine if the product has a history of problems and represents a public health concern that needs to be addressed.

If you file a consumer report, your identity will remain confidential.

"Cosmetics are usually safe, but when they aren't, consumer reporting is essential so FDA can take action when appropriate,” Katz says. Those actions could—depending upon the product and the problem—range from issuing a consumer safety advisory to taking legal action.

This article appears on FDA's Consumer Updates page, which features the latest on all FDA-regulated products.

Cell Phone Carriers & the FCC: Cozy & Colluding An Industry Insider Speaks Out

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:08:00 +0000

Micro Wave News, April 2, 2013

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has never levied a fine against a cell phone company for exceeding its RF exposure limits from a base station antenna.

That's not because all of the 300,000 cell sites in the U.S. comply with the FCC rules, according to an Industry Insider with years of training and experience measuring RF radiation. He told us that he has found RF levels higher than those allowed under the FCC rules at sites across the country. The real reason there have been no fines, he said, is "because there's collusion between the companies and the government." The insider, an RF engineer, calls himself "EMF Expert"; he asked that his real name not be used.

"The carriers and the FCC have an extremely cozy relationship," said the engineer. "Whenever there's a problem, someone in the FCC's RF safety office warns the carrier and the company then puts the 'fire' out."

Over the last two years, the RF engineer and the EMR Policy Institute, based in Marshfield, VT, have identified more than 100 rooftops in 23 states where the FCC's limits have been exceeded. Back in December 2011, the Institute described the situation to the chairman of the FCC, Julius Genachowksi, and the other commissioners. These findings are "shocking," the leaders of the Institute wrote, and point to "a systematic pattern of non-compliance" by the country's largest providers of cell phone service. Nothing much has changed since then.

When the radiation limits are exceeded, it's most likely close to the transmitting antenna. The strength of RF signals, like all types of electromagnetic radiation, decreases quickly with distance from the source (the inverse square law). For most freestanding cell antenna towers, the "hot" zone —where RF levels are higher than the exposure limits— is usually inaccessible, but for roof-mounted antennas, public access is not uncommon. The FCC requires that such hot zones be roped off and warning signs posted. Most cell sites are composed of multiple antennas, with some pointing in different directions. Different carriers will often place their antennas on the same site, a process called colocation.

The people most at risk of RF overexposure are those working on rooftops close to the cell phone antennas. As the EMR Policy Institute wrote to the FCC commissioners:

Workers such as roofers, window washers, painters, HV/AC technicians, building engineers and superintendents, firefighters, wireless industry workers, and others have been and continue to be concerned that their safety and health have been and continue to be compromised by exposure to RF radiation in excess of lawful limits.

Enforcement Is a “Total Illusion”

"Enforcement at the FCC is a total illusion," Deb Carney, a director of the Institute, told Microwave News. "The public is not being protected." Carney is an attorney practicing law in Golden, CO.

More than 100 instances of antennas exceeding the FCC limits have been reported to Michele Ellison, the head of the FCC's Enforcement Bureau, according to Janet Newton, the Institute's president. "To the best of my knowledge, the FCC has not taken any enforcement action," Newton said, "Neither Ms. Ellison nor anyone from her office has ever even acknowledged our complaints."

Ellison declined to comment, referring questions to Mark Wigfield in the FCC media office. "We routinely investigate RF complaints," Wigfield told us, "We take action where warranted by the facts and the commission's RF standards." When asked about the 100 violations reported by the EMR Policy Institute, Wigfield did not respond.

(In fact, in the last dozen years, the FCC has taken few enforcement actions for any type of RF source, including the much more powerful antennas broadcasting radio and TV signals, as shown in this list compiled by the FCC.)

The Industry Insider estimates that about 10% of all cell sites are on rooftops (the fraction differs from one carrier to another). And of that 10%, about 10% are out of compliance. This works out to about 1% of all cell sites being non-compliant. "It's a small percentage," he said, "but when you consider that there are some 300,000 sites out there, it is a significant number."

Asked why he was blowing the whistle on the cell phone industry for which he has long worked, the Insider replied: "Nobody is enforcing the law. You can argue about thermal and non-thermal effects until the cows come home, but these violations are not lawful and the rules should be enforced."

"Without enforcement, there can be no compliance," he said.

The Insider does not see the package of rules and proposals issued by the FCC last week as sufficient to deal with the lack of compliance on rooftops. "The section on mitigation is too ambiguous," he said. "The FCC appears to be only interested in making changes that do not add new costs for the carriers, he added, but that will not solve the problem."

"They can fix this if they want to, it's not that hard," said the Insider. "The situation is completely different in Canada and Europe. They take this seriously."

Noel Gail’s Roof in Queens New York

The EMR Policy Institute points to what happened on a rooftop owned by Mr. Noel Gail as an example of the cozy relationship between the FCC and the cell phone carriers. The story begins about three years ago, in March 2010, when Gail wanted to repair the roof on his two-story building in Queens Village, New York City. On seeing cell phone antennas on the roof of an adjoining building, he called the toll-free number he spotted on a warning sign posted by AT&T. "I called that 800 number a few times, but it was a dead end," he told Microwave News not long ago.

Gail then started calling the FCC. "After six or seven calls, I left a message on an FCC answering machine saying that I was going to call a local TV station and my attorney," he said. "But I was bluffing, I did not know any reporters and I did not have a lawyer. I just said that to get their attention." The bluff worked. Two months later, on May 11, a five-man team from the FCC made a site visit. They found the RF levels on Gail's roof near an antenna operated by Metro PCS, which was also located on his neighbor's roof, to exceed the FCC limit by 60%.

On November 10, 2010, the FCC issued Metro PCS a formal Notice of Violation. This is the only NOV that the FCC has ever issued for an RF violation from a cell phone antenna. The AT&T antennas were found to comply with the RF rules and the company was not cited by the FCC.

Even though AT&T had not responded to Gail's calls, it moved quickly once alerted by the FCC. Microwave News has learned that soon after Gail left that message on the FCC's voice mail about contacting the media, word reached Donald Campbell in the FCC Office of Engineering and Technology. The EMR Policy Institute calls Campbell, "The Gatekeeper," the one who decides who gets the agency's attention. Gail must have passed the test. Campbell sent a message to AT&T, and the company sprung into action as the antennas on Gail's roof rose to a priority issue.

We asked Michele Ellison, the FCC enforcement chief whether anyone from the FCC had ever gone back to Mr. Gail's roof to check whether Metro PCS was now in compliance with the FCC rules. Ellison did not respond, nor did Mark Wigfield of the FCC media office.

The FCC did not fine Metro PCS for exceeding the commission's RF radiation limits. No one has explained why.

The EMR Policy Institute returned to Gail's roof with an experienced RF engineer about a year after the FCC issued the notice of violation. They found that the RF levels near the Metro PCS antenna were close to three times the FCC limit and the RF levels near the AT&T antenna were more than five times the allowable limit.

"I am not an engineer and I can't prove it," Gail told us, "but my feeling is that AT&T lowered the power on the antennas before the FCC arrived and then boosted it after they left."

Evie Hantzopoulos, the executive director of a New York City non-profit and a sometime cell antenna activist, tells a similar story about dealing with the FCC over a rooftop antenna some years ago. “T-Mobile constructed antennas directly facing the adjacent roof of a property next door. You could go up to the roof and walk right up to them,” she told us. “It took calls, emails, letters and more to get the FCC to inspect the site. Once a date was set, T-Mobile was notified. Then, two days before the visit, the antennas were taken down. That was the end of the story, even though we had pictures of the violation.”

“The FCC's approach to enforcement is so laissez-faire, it amounts to incompetence,” Hantzopoulos said.

No Help from the Carriers’ Toll-Free Help Lines

The EMR Policy Institute has posted two videos that describe the rooftop RF problem on YouTube ("Wireless Safety Failure Part I" and "Wireless Safety Failure Part II"). Each is about 15 minutes long; the second includes footage filmed on Gail's rooftop.

Some of the most striking parts of the videos are what workers are told when they call the toll-free numbers posted on warning signs near cell phone antennas. Most of the operators responding to the calls appear to be ill prepared to answer the workers' questions. All too often they are quick to reassure the workers that there is nothing for them to worry about.

Richard Tell, a consultant with extensive RF experience, was not surprised by what he heard on the videos. "It happens over and over again," he said in interview from his office in Colville, WA. "The telephone operators don't know diddly-squat about the RF problem."

In a December 11, 2001 letter to the FCC's Ellison, the Policy Institute urged the Enforcement Bureau to "investigate the type and veracity of the information provided to those who called."

Last July, David Dombrowski of the FCC's Enforcement Bureau in Philadelphia wrote to Janet Newton of the Policy Institute asking about operator responses to the toll-free numbers. She then sent him recordings, which the Institute had made from calls to AT&T, Metro PCS, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon. "That was the last I heard from him," Newton said. When contacted by Microwave News, Dombrowski wrote back that he could not comment because he was not authorized to speak to the media.

The Institute's Deb Carney wants the FCC to get tough with the industry. "The problem is that the FCC is colluding with the cell phone carriers and the result is lax enforcement," she said.

Study List: Cell Phone Use Linked to Brain Tumors

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:10:00 +0000

Many scientists and doctors are linking serious health symptoms to cell phone use. Here is a partial list of studies published on the effect of cell phone use:

BRAIN TUMORS ON THE RISE
Epidemiologist Sam Milham, M.D., recently stated on CNN's Larry King Live show that there is "plenty of reason for concern" about cell phones causing brain cancer. Robert Tufel, Director of Patient Services at the National Brain Tumor Foundation. says "what we do know is that brain tumor incidence is on the rise and some of the research about cell phones and brain tumors has given us cause for concern.”

YOUNG CHILDREN ABSORB 50% MORE RADIATION INTO THE BRAIN
Research by Om Gandhi, professor of electrical engineering at the University of Utah, has shown that young children absorb up to 50% more radiation in their brains than adults when they use mobile phones. Radiation penetrates 30% for a 10-year-old, compared with just a small area around the ear in an adult. Absorption rates are greater in children because their ears and skulls are smaller and thinner. Furthermore, their total lifetime exposure to cell phone radiation will be greater than for those who began using cell phones as adults.

WHITE BLOOD CELLS DESTROYED
Biologist Roger Coghill believes that cell phone radiation may damage the ability of white blood cells to fight off infection and disease, including cancer. Coghill took white blood cells from a donor, kept them alive with nutrients and found that after seven-and-a-half hours, only 13% of the cells exposed to cell phone radiation remained intact and able to function.

MICRONUCLEI CELLS MARKERS FOR CANCER
Another study by Dr. Tice and Dr. Hook of Integrated Laboratory Systems in North Carolina found that human blood exposed to mobile phone radiation for 24 hours, had an eightfold increase in micronuclei cells, which are a diagnostic marker of high risk for developing cancer.

DNA DAMAGE
Dr. Henry Lai and Dr Singh at Washington State University reported DNA single and double strand breaks in rat-brain tissue after exposure to radiation levels below the current Federal Communications Commission (FCC) standard for cell phones for only two hours. Other research by this group showed that brains prepared four hours after exposure had much higher levels of DNA breakage than samples taken immediately after exposure. Therefore, DNA damage from repeated use of a cell phone could be cumulative.

HEAT SHOCK PROTEINS IN CELLS CAUSE CANCER
Radiation expert Dr Peter French, from the Centre for Immunology Research at St Vincent's Hospital in Sydney, claimed that repeated exposure to cell phone frequencies well below current safety levels creates continuous manufacture of heat shock proteins within cells, which in high levels induce cancer and increase resistance to anti-cancer drugs.

TOXINS LEAK INTO THE BRAIN
In 1994, scientists at Sweden’s Lund University found that two minutes of exposure to emissions from mobile phones can break down the blood-brain barrier in rats. This causes proteins and toxins to leak into the brain, which can increase the chances of developing diseases such as Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s.

CELL DEATH IN THE BRAIN
According to Lund researcher Bertil Persson, cell changes and cell death in the brain are clearly visible under a microscope after exposure to radiation from mobile telephones.

LYMPHOMA
A 1997 study conducted at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in Australia (funded by the wireless company Telestras) found that in mice that were genetically engineered to be susceptible to lymphoma, exposure to pulsed digital cellular phone radiation for one hour per day for 18 months doubled the incidence of lymphoma. When presented to 'Science' magazine for publication the study was rejected on the grounds that publication "would cause a panic".

TEMPORAL BRAIN TUMOR
Lennart Hardell, professor of oncology at Orebro University in Sweden, in comparing 1,617 patients diagnosed with brain tumours between 1997 with the same number of healthy people, found that cell phone users were 2.5 times more likely to have a temporal brain tumor on the side of the head where they held their phone. The risk of auditory nerve tumors was increased 3.7 times for mobile phone users. Probably the most significant conclusion of Dr. Hardell is that use of mobile phones for up to 10 years increased the risk of brain cancer by 26%, but the risk jumped to 77% for more than a decade's use. This study is the first to examine the long-term effects of using a cell phone.

EYE CANCER FOUND IN REGULAR CELL PHONE USERS
Researchers at Germany's Essen University Institute for Medical and Computer Science found a 3.3 times higher incidence of eye cancer in regular users of mobile phones than in patients who did not use them.

TUMOR OF THE AUDITORY NERVE 50% HIGHER IN LONG TIME CELL PHONE USERS
Dr George Carlo, chairman of Wireless Technology Research LLC, studies showed that the rate of brain cancer deaths was higher among hand-held mobile users than those using non-handhelds. The risk of rare tumors on the outside of the brain was more than doubled among cell phone users than non-users and there was a correlation between the occurrence of brain tumors on the right side of the head and use of phones on the right side of the head. The risk of a tumor of the auditory nerve was 50% higher in people who reported using cell phones for six years or longer. In addition, the ability of phone radiation to cause genetic cellular damage corresponded to the amount of radiation exposure.

FALSE CLAIMS BY THE CELL PHONE INDUSTRY
Dr. Carlo said segments of the industry had "repeatedly and falsely claimed that wireless phones are safe for all consumers, including children, and have created an illusion of responsible follow-up by calling for and supporting more research". He also said the industry was risking a consumer backlash similar to that faced by the tobacco industry

Sierra Club Information

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Eating Healthy on a Budget

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Know what you are feeding your family....

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From Ken Cook at the Environmental Working Group....

Olive Oil For Radiant Skin

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:47:00 +0000

(BeWellBuzz) Recently American dietitians and researchers took note that people eating a Mediterranean diet are a heart healthy bunch, and they discovered that one of the healthful staples of their diet is olive oil (OO). The history of OO in that region dates back thousands of years.

In the second millennia BCE, it’s written that God led the Israelites from Egyptian captivity into the Promised Land. It was “a land of wheat and barley; of grapevines, fig trees, and pomegranates; of olive oil and honey.” OO was and still is associated with prosperity, gladness and spiritual blessing.

It’s also a tool to denote spiritual authority, the “anointing” oil that officiated a person’s authority to enter the Holy of Holy places, to preach, to perform healings, or release blessings over the people. It was used as currency, when the people tithed with olive oil, or brought it as a sacrificial offering from the first fruits of their harvest. Kings gifted kings with hundreds of thousands of gallons of the fruit’s oil.

It’s been fuel for lamps and a beauty treatment for the king’s bride. The people dressed wounds with oil. The good Samaritan found a beaten and abandoned Jew on the side of the road “and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine.” The people knew, even then, that olive oil contained powerful healing properties.

Just What is OO Really Made Of?

The oil pressed out from little green fruits of olive trees is a healthful part of a balanced diet, this much is well known. It provides:

Omega-9 oleic acid (MUFA): lowers LDL, raises HDL; fights cancer; promotes fat loss.[1]

Omega 3 and 6 EFAs (PUFAs)

Vitamins E & K

Trace amounts of choline and betaine

Minerals calcium, iron, potassium and sodium

Phytosterols

Phytosterols are of special interest to us. They've been shown to slow the degradation of collagen caused by sun-exposure, and encourage new collagen production.[2] Collagen is a protein that makes for healthy, smooth, firm skin. Phytosterols are your facial friends.

Beautiful Results: “OO” for the Skin

When I first heard from a girlfriend that I could put OO on my face, you should have seen my face. This was a fearful proposition. But it turns out that olive oil is a universal skin treatment. Whether you have dry, combination, or acne-prone skin, applying olive oil directly to the affected areas is the single most delightfully inexpensive skin remedy you've probably never heard of.

Radiant skin is not for the faint of heart, but nor is it reserved for the rich and famous, who can afford to spend $10,000 on 1oz. of skin cream. I've almost entirely eliminated my expensive, often toxic face washes, tonics and spot treatments, and as I discover new all-natural recipes, I expect to be completely off them soon. No matter what your skin condition is, give this a try and let us know how it goes. You’ll be amazed at the results.

Recipes for Success

Once you get into this you might get creative with variations. For now, here are some basics.

Acne Home-Spa Treatment

Time: 2-3 minutes

Ingredients: 1 T OO

Put the OO in a bowl. Dip your fingers and gently apply the oil using circular motions. Think loving thoughts. Pray for healing. Be excited. You’re finally about to see results. Then, take a fresh washcloth and douse it with steamy hot water.

Squeeze all excess liquid and place it over your face. Breathe in the steam and relax for a minute, or until the cloth cools. Rinse it good and prepare it the same way, only this time, use it to gently remove the oil completely. Pat dry with a clean, dry cloth or paper towel. Finish by adding a final thin layer of OO to your skin. After a few moments, blot softly to remove any excess oil. Do this every day, twice per day. You should see results within one week.

Gentle Exfoliation

Time: 1 minute

Ingredients: 1/3 c OO, ¼ c sea salt or sugar

This is a nice treat to do 1-3 times per week. I like to make a few servings at once. Adjust proportions to the quantity you desire. The mixture should result in a little more oil than sugar or salt.

Try separately with salt or sugar to figure out which one you like best. Sea salt absorbs toxins. It’s antiseptic and increases circulation. Sugar contains glycolic acid, which is a natural exfoliator, skin protectant and skin lightener. Both sugar and salt are greatexfoliators. When you apply, be sure not to rub too hard or you’ll damage healthy skin cells.

Mix well in a bowl or glass storage container. Dip your fingers and gently apply to skin using a circular motion. Be soft, but don’t be afraid of the areas at the corners of your eyes or other areas where fine lines appear. Rinse with warm water, finish with a “cool shot” of water and pat dry, or pat with a cold dampened wash cloth. The cold shot closes the pores and seals in moisture. As you pat dry, allow the cloth to absorb any excess oil.

Antioxidant Rich Exfoliation

Time: 1 minute

Ingredients: ½ c OO, ¼-1/3 c spent coffee grinds

Studies show that drinking caffeinated-coffee reduces the risk of skin cancer. Coffee grounds are rich in powerful antioxidants. The caffeine is shown to promote fresh skin cell regeneration. Applying under the eyes can reduce puffiness and inflammation.

Once you've made your morning coffee, take the used or “spent” grounds and mix well with OO. There should be a little more oil than grounds. Apply gently using a circular motion, making sure to get to the forehead, around the eyes, and any rough patches. It’s highly abrasive so handle tenderly. You can let the coffee mask sit for 30 seconds or so. Then rinse with warm water and finish with a cool shot. Pat dry, letting the cloth absorb excess oil, and glow!

Moisturizer

Time: 30 seconds

Ingredients: A few dabs of olive oil

As scary as it may be at first to apply OO to your face, you might actually find that isn't moisturizing enough. Just take a little into your hand, rub between fingertips, and apply to skin. This is especially great for acne or blemish prone skin. If you tend to have dry skin, and if you still need more hydration, you might play with adding organic virgin coconut oil or, for a heavier touch, vitamin E oil.

With these basic recipes, and as you explore more of the skin benefits of OO, you may discover that you can ditch the counters for the kitchen for most of your skincare needs.

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References:

[1] Zambon, A., Sartore, G., Passera, D., Francini-Pesenti, F., Bassi, A., Basso, C., Zambon, S., Manzato, E. and Crepaldi, G. (1999), Effects of hypocaloric dietary treatment enriched in oleic acid on LDL and HDL subclass distribution in mildly obese women. Journal of Internal Medicine, 246: 191-201. doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2796.1999.00550.x

[2] Geria, Navin M. “The role of phytosterols in cosmeceutical products” The Free Library 01 December 2009. 19 March 2013 <http://www.thefreelibrary.com/ The role of phytosterols in cosmeceutical products.-a0214793388>.

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East Meet West: The Circadian Rhythm and The Chinese Clock

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:30:00 +0000

Every two hours a “special extra energy packet of Chi” moves from one meridian to the next. During the two hours in which the Chi is coursing through the specific meridian, it bathes that meridian and highlights its functioning on all levels ~ physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.

There is a pathway (superficial to the deep meridians) that connects one meridian sequentially to the next. Many times if there is symptoms of imbalance (insomnia, emotional instability, physical pain etc), which show up at a specific time, it may mean that there is an imbalance in that meridian.

Our bodies have a number of processes that happen at regular intervals throughout the day. We respond to light and dark, hot and cold, and other natural polarities - in effect "yin and yang". Through spending less time in natural environments, working long hours, eating at odd hours and all of the other less natural behaviors we conduct we may disrupt these processes.

Western medicine uses the term "circadian rhythms" to describe these processes and the changes that happen internally in response to our environment. While researchers do not yet understand all of the rhythms and their effects, we are beginning to explore the relationship between disruptions in these rhythms and the development of illness. More obvious issues that arise such as jet lag are well known, but psychological issues, digestive problems, insomnia and fatigue among others may be related as well.

Chinese Medicine uses the theory of the Chinese Clock to describe a similar set of activities that happen on a daily basis and also effect our health.

What Is A Western Medicine Circadian Rhythm?

Circadian rhythms describe regular events that happen to all humans, plants and animals on a daily basis. We are far from understanding all of them and their effects on our health but we know that there are processes that happen in all of us on a roughly 24 hour cycle influenced by various cues from our environment. The influence of these rhythms can change sleep and wake cycles, release various hormones, influence body temperature and regulate other important bodily functions. While we all have circadian rhythms there are some differences in the length of the cycles which helps to explain why some of us are "night owls" and others are "morning people". There also appears to be a genetic component to our rhythms which explains why some lifestyle habits such as staying up late appear to run in families.

The image below shows many of the circadian rhythms:

From the image we can see regular changes in melatonin secretion, body temperature, vascular changes and bowel changes among others. For example, melatonin secretion starts around 9 pm and ceases around 7:30 am with our period of deepest sleep at 2 am. This sets in place a natural sleep cycle for us as humans. For those of us who work late hours or third shift we are in direct contention with this natural cycle and this may lead to issues with sleep or other aspects of our health.

We also see that our lowest body temperature is at 4:30 am and our highest is at 7 pm. This natural temperature variation allows for many processes in our body to function correctly, yet our temperature controlled environments may not always cater to allowing these functions to completely take place. This, again, is another example of possible disruptions.

What Are Some Causes of Disruptions In Our Internal Clock?

Besides obvious disruptions such as flying across the international date line, the majority of the disruptions to our internal clock are related to a less natural environment and various lifestyle habits. Many of us know the joys of going camping - the fresh air, the cool streams, etc. What is interesting about camping, particularly after a few days, is how you begin going to sleep a few hours after sundown and wake up right around sunrise. At home we have lights, tv, computers, stores that are open 24 hours and more to keep us stimulated and busy much later than we would in a natural setting. It should come as no surprise that this would have an impact on us.

The circadian rhythms are controlled by our body's master clock or what is known as the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN). Using sleep as an example, our master clock receives information from the optic nerves about how much light is outside. As the SCN receives information that there is less light the brain is triggered to produce more melatonin so you can sleep. This is one of many reasons why people with trouble sleeping should not watch TV or use the computer before trying to go to sleep as they are too bright and too stimulating.

While we can and will adjust to various disruptions as we do with jet lag we cannot contend against this natural balance constantly. Jet lag resolves as we respond to a new environment by meshing with the new cycle of day and night. This is entirely different, however, from staying up until 3 am for 3 nights out of the week and then going to bed at 9 pm the other 4 nights. These types of disruptions, if constant, are the type that may lead to illness.

What Conditions May Result From These Disruptions?

Issues such as alcohol abuse, poor sleep, insomnia, depression, seasonal effective disorder (SAD) and bipolar disorder have ties to disruptions in the circadian rhythms. And some medications, herbal formulas and even acupuncture itself may be beneficial in part due to regulating the abnormal circadian rhythms. Just like the interplay between yin and yang in Chinese Medicine, disruptions in the circadian rhythms (called "phase shifts" or "phase delays" in western research) can have wide spread complex effects on the body that are still being explored.

What is the Chinese Medicine "Chinese Clock"?

Chinese medicine contains a full pool of information based on observations of interactions with our environment over thousands of years. Much as each meridian system has a corresponding season, color, emotion and other related connections (known as the five element theory), so does each 24 hour period. As with the Western Circadian Rhythms, the meridians follow natural periods of heightened activity and of relative rest. Observing and respecting this rhythm allows our body to function more efficiently and to defend against illness.

The following chart shows all of the meridians and their periods of strongest activity:

From this chart we see many correlations with daily activities that can influence our health. 7-9 am is when our stomach system is most active making it a good time for breakfast. We see that the liver is most active between 1-3 am which is a common time for people to wake with liver related insomnia issues . The kidney system, which is the root of our overall energy, is most active between 5-7 pm a good time for exercise. The pericardium system is most active from 7-9 pm which is a good time to start relaxing and unwinding from the day. Imbalances within this system result in anxiety, nausea, and/or insomnia.

What Correlations Do We See Between West and East?

Both the Chinese clock and the circadian rhythms serve in part as reminders that we are in fact human and we are related to our environment in deep ways. As much as light and electricity have allowed us to do many fantastic things, these changes do not come without challenges to our natural systems. While we shouldn't be unplugging everything just yet, we do need to have an appreciation for our natural relationships and be aware that challenging these may well cause health problems. Working with our environment is by most accounts a very easy way to improve our health and psychological well being without medications, treatments, or other mechanisms.

How Does This Knowledge Effect Treatment Options?

With regards to the circadian rhythms the master clock (or SCN from above) is controlled by the hypothalamus. Within the Tam Healing System that I primarily utilize we use GV22 to help regulate these functions. This in combination with other points may have deeper systemic effects by balancing the broad range of changes controlled by this system. Researchers are also looking at independent circadian rhythms found in organs and cells outside of the control of the SCN such as those in the lungs, liver, spleen and skin. This means that the natural relationships defined by Chinese medicine such as the lungs being related to the expression of grief, for example, may eventually be "proven" by research into these rhythms. And living more in accord with our environment may have much lead to much broader changes that we may think.

Chinese medicine uses the Chinese clock to help diagnose and treat various issues. Someone who wakes between 1-3 am rather than 3-5 am tell us the liver system is likely related to their insomnia as opposed to the lung meridian. Digestive problems that are worse between 7-9 pm may indicate a weak stomach system as that is when its control is at its weakest point. The clock is also used by some practitioners to choose which points to use based on what time the patient is coming into the office. Certainly an awareness and respect for these relationships is important for successful treatment.

How Much Sugar Does Your Drink Contain?

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101 Uses for Magnesium

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:02:00 +0000

56. Intelligence

57. Intractable Erythromelalgia

58. Kidney Stones (Calcium Oxalate)

59. Leg Cramps

60. Liver Cirrhosis

61. Lyme’s Disease

62. Magnesium Deficiency

63. Menopause

64. Metabolic Syndrome

65. Migraine Headaches

66. Mitral Valve Prolapse

67. Mood Disorders

Aggression & Anger
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression

68. Multiple Sclerosis

69. Muscle Cramps (Muscle Spasms)

70. Muscle Twitching (Fasciculation)

71. Nephritis

72. Neuropathy

73. Nutrient Depleting Drugs (e.g. PPI’s)

74. Osteoporosis & Bone Mineral Density

75. Pancreatitis

76. Parkinson’s

77. Periodic Limb Movement During Sleep (PLMS)

78. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Magnesium is required for healthy cell membrane function.

79. Postoperative Pain Management

80. Pregnancy

Fetal Circulation
Fetal Pulmonary
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational Hypertension
Preeclampsia & Eclampsia
Fetal Distress
Low Birth Weight
Preterm Labor

Magnesium is one of those critical nutrients that happen to pop up just about everywhere you look. I've heard countless people joke around about how magnesium seems like a “cure all” – which certainly isn't true, mind you, but it’s a point to ponder all the same.

Due to the fact that magnesium is a basic [foundational] building block to our health and well-being, being magnesium deficient affects every single process down the line and then some. I’m speaking less in terms of the “Domino Effect” and more in terms of “Chaos Theory.” If only health issues were indeed more of a domino effect, we’d be able to track them back directly, fix the issue(s), and be done with it… but I digress.

After researching what seemed to be countless ailments associated with magnesium deficiency and its far reaching applications, I thought that perhaps it would be useful to compile an informal list of sorts for reference purposes – and while I’m at it, why not share it with everyone!

Here are 101 uses for magnesium that you may or may not be familiar with:

1. 2nd & 3rd Degree Burns
2. ADD & ADHD
3. Alcoholism (& Alcohol Withdrawal)
4. Allergies
5. Alzheimer’s
6. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS / Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
7. Arrhythmia
8. Arthritis
9. Asthma
10. Athletes Foot
11. Autism Spectrum Disorder
12. Back Pain (Lower Back Pain)
13. Bartter’s Syndrome
14. Bed Wetting (Nocturnal)
15. Blood Circulation
16. Blood Pressure (High Blood Pressure/Hypertension)

Brain Edema
18. Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)
19. Burning Mouth Syndrome
20. Calcification of Soft Tissues
21. Calcium Retention
22. Cancer
23. Cavities
24. Celiac Disease
25. Cellular Detoxification
26. Cerebral Palsy
27. Chemotherapy-Induced Nutrient Deficiency
28. Cholesterol
29. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
30. Colon Cancer
31. Conjunctivitis
32. Constipation
33. Coronary Artery Disease
34. Crohn’s & Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
35. Dementia
36. DHEA Production
37. Diabetes (Type 1 & 2)

Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic Nephropathy
Diabetic Retinopathy
Insulin Resistance

38. Drug Addiction (Withdrawal)

39. Energy Levels (Low Energy)
40. Epilepsy
41. Exercise Endurance
42. Fatigue
43. Fibromyalgia
44. Floaters
45. Gitelman’s Syndrome
46. Head Injury
47. Hearing Damage & Hearing Loss
48. Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
49. Heart Disease
50. Heavy Metal Detoxification
51. Hormone Imbalance
52. Impotence
53. Infertility (Idiopathic)
54. Inflammation & Swelling
55. Insomnia & Sleeplessness

Although there are an endless amount of ailments that are aided by magnesium use, as I had mentioned many may be a direct result of a deficiency. Magnesium is such a vital part of our biology that, often times, simply adding it to our diet and supplementation routine will reverse a whole slew of health issues.

Numerous research studies that have tested magnesium up against commonly used drugs have frequently found that magnesium comes out on top in terms of both effectiveness as well as side effects (or rather, lack thereof). Magnesium has also shown to be an irreplaceable compliment to many mainstream medical treatments as well. Another point to keep in mind is that often times [with magnesium supplementation] the full health benefits to be had will not be reached without other complimentary nutrients such as Vitamin D and B6.

The bottom line in all of this is that magnesium should not only be towards the top of your priority list, it should be a top priority for modern medical doctors as well. If any of the items listed above relate to you – especially those related to the heart, muscle, nerve, and brain – and your doctor has not mentioned magnesium, it may be time to seek a second opinion or even a new physician.

Please remember that this information is not meant to diagnose or treat any illness or disease, nor should it replace your doctor’s recommendations. This list is based upon clinical research involving hypomagnesaemia (magnesium deficiency), magnesium supplementation & treatment, or a combination of the two. It should be used merely as an insight into the countless processes that are effected by magnesium or affected by a lack thereof.

For a list of references used for this post, please read 101 Uses Reference document*.
*This list is currently being updated, and additional references are being added to ensure that all information has been thoroughly accounted for.

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HighChi Energy Formulations

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Sun, 05 May 2013 22:10:00 +0000

After 17 years of Research and Development we have over 50 impeccable energy formulations that are encoded on all our energy jewelry and supplements!

HighChi Energies Encoded:

1) Pure Life Force: With a Life Force Count of 5000! The highest previously recorded was in the 1940’s which was 1800 for fruits vegetables, the water table, the soil, and people. A Scientist and Farmer, Owen Lehto wrote a book called “Vibrations” in the 1940′s, because he noticed that after the 2nd WW Life Force plummeted, which coincided with when the chemical companies sold their chemical warfare left over from WW2, such as DDT and other toxic chemicals to farmers. Lehto observed that Life Force in the land, water, plants and people dropped drastically.

We have tested organic fruits and vegetables and they have a life force count of 5, which is a dramatic drop form 1800 in the 1940’s.

In 2011 HighChi researchers finally achieved a life force count of 1200, but if one ate sugar, (which has a negative life force count), the life force energy count gain would be lost.

Now, in 2013, our researchers have pure Life Force Count at 5000, and it holds no matter what one eats!

2) Pure Chi: This is the Higher Octave of Life Force. This is a very strong energy and like Life Force can is used to drive all of our other energy fields to make them stronger. Excellent Protection for Radiation.

3) Tibetan Prayer Flag Energy: A Beautiful billowing energy with a special emphasis on HHG and HHUV – also includes all 12 Higher Harmonics, so you can sleep with it and just so relaxing. These two used together are a perfect union of the Divine Masculine and the Divine Feminine. They compliment each other beautifully, and work synergistically.

4) Jupiter energy: Jupiter is essentially luck , success and good fortune. If you have Jupiter in your chart it is actually in your energy field and people who have Jupiter are very lucky. They win things, and are lucky in the stock market, etc. just plain lucky.

In fact there was a book written by a famous Astrologer, Jack Gillen. Jack studied people who had received large sums of money in business deals, the stock market, or gambling etc. and in every case, the individual had Jupiter trining one of their planets. Jupiter is luck in all matters.

A beautiful new Jupiter energy, which balances beautifully with all the others. You can’t have too much luck!

5) Intuition: As Einstein said, “the only real thing is intuition.”

6) Radiation: which is the big issue, not negative EMF’s. It’s truly an exquisite formulation. Very important right now as again it also protects from negative energies from others, and even from the effects of allopathic drugs which can attract negative entities. It was originally designed after the Japan Nuclear Reactor Disaster, and it’s stellar for cell phone radiation, wireless etc,.

7) Balance: Just a great and very important energy. It is when our systems get out of balance that we have challenges on all levels.

8) Pain relief 2: Amazing when mixed with Life Force.

9) Inflammation: So important, as that is key to healing.

10) Harmony: wonderful for your relationship to all things, ourselves , money, etc.

11) Sleep: This is the pure Delta Brainwave Frequency, with other lovely remedies for sleep. This resonates beautifully to the horizontal negative green for healing too, so you have a very healing and beautiful nights sleep.

12) HGH or Human Growth Hormone: very expensive to buy and you have it on tap so too speak! What is great about the Energy Cubes is your body’s natural intelligence takes in as much as it needs and then stop so so there are not the issues of too many hormones in your system. When you use this cube with our HGH, it feels so good, and you don’t need to take much HGH.

13) Circulation: In Chinese Medicine age is defined by the flow of Chi in the body. Circulation with Balance and Life Force is tremendous for keeping youthful!

14) Beta Endorphins: They are what you feel when you work out or do yoga. They are just such a happy high!

15) Glaucoma: This is just wonderful for the Glaucoma, as well as for over all vision.

16) Pain Relief 1: A great one to have in your energy medicine cabinet for pain relief. Great for inflammation as well and it feels very grounding.

17) Heart: This is a beautiful prayer for healing the heart along with the frequency for a healthy heart. We've also added the flower essence of rose for self love too.

18) Allergies: This works well on food as well as other allergies.

19) Digestion: Works like a charm and just great for the GI tract.

20) Osteoporosis: So important for women, and really a must have as we get older.

21) Lymphatic System: Just key for detoxing, and as we know Cleanliness is Godliness.

22) Grounding: The body loves being grounded, as it’s so important for healing. As we say, if you’re not in your body, who is?

23) Anxiety: Works like a charm and it’s almost instant.

24) Knees: This is a special one as so many people have knee problems. This is where we hold anger, and always a great one particularly if you’re active.

25) Bliss: Absolutely Blissful, and wonderful when mixed with other Energy Cubes.

26) Love: A very loving energy. Again you feel Loved and Loving, like you are in the arms of the Divine Mother herself.

27) Ecstasy: Just what it says.

28) Forgiveness: If all we did was forgive ourselves all would be well.

29) Sexy Time: This is a lovely lusty energy. Our sexuality is directly connected to our spirituality, and what could be better than that?

30) Male Erotica: a very male energy energy designed for men.

31) Female Erotica: a very female sexual energy designed just for women.

32) Pain Relief 4: Slightly europhoric and a real crowd pleaser.

33) Detox: Designed after the Japan nuclear reactor crisis.

34) Mary Jane: Very spacious and High energy but without the artifact. Wonderfully creative.

35) Happiness: Happiness is a choice and a gift. Feel yourself enveloped in this happy energy.

36) Divine Relaxation: This is excellent for pain relief as well, and just so very peaceful.

37) Loving Sexy Relationship: Great for couples and the Divine Feminine and Masculine in us

all.

38) Pain Relief 3: Great for pain and very energizing.

39) Collagen: Our collagen is in our connective tissue, and we can’t have too much of that to stay youthful.

40) Muscle tone: It’s more difficult to maintain as we get older, and this one is a crowd pleaser.

41) Strength and Power: It’s just so freeing to feel strong and powerful. This is one of the energies that John created with a Japanese Scientist. It’s truly quite remarkable.

42) Healing: Very relaxing and just a beautiful energy field. Extremely calming. Highly recommended.

42) Accupoint Meridians: This is a great one! John spent many months creating an energetic map of the accupoint meridians for body, so the energy flows to your accupoints and meridians, which is key to anti aging. Driven by our new Chi energy so it’s quite zippy.

43) Weight and Appetite Support: This formulation is great for letting go of those few extra pounds or more as it suppresses the appetite, while still maintaining a nice level of energy.

44) I Feel High: What could be better than this. Great for the days when you’re feeling down.

45) Joy: Joy happens when Peace and Beauty occur at the same time. A beautiful formulation and very peaceful!

46) Sexual Desire: Wonderful when you want that lovely lusty feeling!

47) Sexy Love: We combined Love and sexy time and this one is both beautifully balanced and

very sexy!

48) Attracting a Partner: This is a great one for Business as having the right partner can make all the difference and is really important.

49) Attracting True Love: This is for a romantic relationship with intentions for partnership or marriage.

50) Devotion: This is a wonderful one for those of you on your spiritual journey. It is said that when you love or are devoted to something or someone, it loves you back. It is a law of the Universe!

51) Fear: This is a great one right now as there is so much fear on the planet. Release the Fear, and take your power back from it and use that power to create what it is you do want.

52) Divine I am Presence: Be connected with the Divine, and your most positive future self. Your future creates your present, so be in this exquisite Resonance so you can be connected and feel protected!

Never Say Die: Our 18 Best-Ever Health Tips!

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:30:00 +0000

by Jessica Austin

Well, we can't help you live forever. But follow our 18 best-ever health tips, and you might come pretty close.

Close your eyes. No, not literally. I want you to keep reading. But imagine a picture of perfect health. What does it look like? Do you want to see yourself in that picture? If you do, then let our 18 best-ever tips help you get there.

1 / Supplement for Your Fitness Goal

If you really want to boost your overall health, supplement for your fitness goal. Training for a marathon? Once you get to mile number eight, you may want to think about endurance supplements, oxygen supplements and electrolyte chews. Find yourself lagging during your fifth workout of the week? Try energy boosting pre-workout supplements.

Personalize your supplement program to match your goals, and your overall health will benefit.

2 / Balance Your Meals for a Better Body and Mind

There's a reason there is such wide variety of healthy foods out there: o you can eat them all! But achieving a healthy balance is key. Former Mr. Universe and health guru Lee Labrada has a super-easy way of practicing food balance. He calls it The Rule of Thirds.

One third of your plate should be home to a healthy carbohydrate; one third should be a quality source of protein; and the last third goes to vegetables or salad. For example, at dinner you could have a plate of baked sweet potato, a spinach salad, and grilled halibut or chicken.

If you balance every meal, your body will learn to trust that you're feeding it the good stuff. You'll be full of energy, vitality, and promoting the longevity of a healthy body and mind!

3 / Sign Up for AAA Nutrition: Anti-Aging, Antioxidant, and Anti-inflammatory Foods
Do you know why you're always told to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables? There's actually science behind that advice, and it has to do with your body's anatomy and physiology.

The human body is put under stress every day. From our cells to our organs to our skin, every piece of the anatomy puzzle ages and deteriorates. Things like free radicals and inflammation may only add to the chances of breaking down and signs of aging.

But there are many foods that can help your body arm itself against the ravages of time and the stress of use. Check out the list of foods and herbs below to see how easy it is to sign up for Triple AAA nutrition every day.

Apples: rich in vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids such as quercetin, also high in fiber

Spinach: loaded with vitamin E, anti-inflammatory compounds, omega-3 fatty acids, and it's also high in B-vitamins

Sweet Potatoes: high in antioxidants, mainly beta-carotene, alpha-tocopherol and ascorbic acid

Almonds: rich in vitamin E, high amounts of unsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids

Walnuts: richest source of omega-3 fatty acids among nuts

Turmeric: contains curcumin, which may provide anti-inflammatory benefits

Ginger: contains the phytochemicals gingerol, shogaol, and zingerone, which may provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits

More Great Sources of Antioxidants

Reds: tomatoes, raspberries, red bell peppers, red grapes, beets and pomegranates

Oranges / Yellows: cantaloupes, carrots, mangoes, and winter squashes

Greens: asparagus, artichokes, broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale, seaweed, green tea

Blues / Purples: blueberries, blackberries, raisins, eggplants and plums

Browns: coffee and theobroma cacao otherwise known as cocoa!

4 / Invest Time in Your Nutrition Plan and Reap the Benefits
There's a famous saying in the fitness industry: "If you don't prepare, be prepared to fail." Cooking your own food takes time. Shopping takes time. If you don't cook, it takes time and money to figure out where you can eat out and still eat healthy, unprocessed foods.

But it takes less time than you might think! Spend a few hours on one of your days off from work or school cooking up your meals for the week, and you can knock it out in one day! Don't be afraid to abuse the convenience of Tupperware, plastic baggies, and insulated lunch boxes.
5 / Bring On The Healthy Snacks!

One of the easiest ways to improve your general health is to surround yourself with nutritious and filling snacks. Everybody snacks, so you might as well make it healthy and make smart lifestyle choices today.

A few great healthy snack ideas: home-made trail mix with almonds, walnuts, dried apricots, pumpkin seeds, and cranberries; low-fat cheese with whole grain crackers; Greek yogurt with low-sugar granola; canned tuna; meal replacement protein shakes; hard boiled eggs; beef jerky; fresh fruit or veggies with nut butter; and protein bars.
6 / Stick with Zero Calorie Drinks

Portion control, natural foods, and balanced meals—don't forget that these

Citrus Zinger

nutrition tips apply to drinks too! Avoid the blood sugar rush and subsequent crash that'll leave you cranky, tired, and craving even more sugar by choosing to sip on zero calorie drinks. The most important drink in your life should be water. Hands down. Consume at least eight glasses a day. Use an Citrus Zinger or Aqua Zinger to easily upgrade your water to a fresh fruit cocktail!

Other liquids to help satisfy your thirst should come from unsweetened teas (green tea is a wonderful choice), drip coffee or espresso served black or with a bit of cream, and, of course, protein shakes—delicious, nutritious, and generally low in sugars.

If you need more reasons to avoid slurping a sugar-packed drink, check out the 10 drinks that will destroy your nutrition plan.
7 / Exercise Is a No-Brainer—But Don't Forget to Train for a Goal!
Of course to maintain your health, you have to exercise. But many people make the mistake of exercising without a goal in mind. Without a goal, you can't have a plan of action. And without a plan, you aren't as likely to stick with a program and see results.

Whether you want to radically transform your body, put on a few pounds of muscle, burn a few pounds of fat, train for a sport, or just "get fit," your goal should be measurable and attainable. Create a timeline for your goal. It could be as simple as, "I want to increase my bench by 10 lbs. in a month." Or it could be as dramatic as, "I want to train for and run my first marathon in six months."

Given a goal, a timeline, a plan, and a way to measure your success, you'll have no option but to stay active and stay healthy. And you'll have fun while doing it.
8 / Strike a Healthy Balance: Cardio and Weight Training

Does the term "cardio-bunny" describe you? Or do you spend all your gym time

doing bench and leg press? Maybe you only hit the gym once a week and you're looking to start a workout program. No matter where you fall on this spectrum of gym-goers, you should incorporate both weight training and cardiovascular training into your regimen in order to achieve optimal health.

Weight training will help you build and maintain lean muscle, which will lead to better joint support, healthy metabolism, and a healthy overall body composition.

Cardiovascular training will help you maintain a strong heart and lungs, healthy blood flow, healthy metabolism, and a normal mood.
9 / Exercise Form Should Be Your Top Priority
When you hit the weights, are you going through the motions? Or are you lifting to impress the other bros? Either way, you may sacrifice form, which means you're also sacrificing results.

Just like pro-footballers have to perform training drills with good form, the rest of us have to lift, run, jump, bend, and stretch with good form. Perfecting your form on any exercise takes mountains of concentration and focus. But it ultimately leads to fewer injuries and faster results.

A great place to check on your form for any exercise is the Bodybuilding.com Exercise Database.
10 / Never Be Satisfied With Status-Quo Training
If you're reading this article you probably won't settle for status-quo health. You want exceptional health. To get there, you must reject status-quo training. To keep your body in the best shape, every workout should be a challenge. Don't let your muscles, heart, and lungs adapt to the point where there is no longer progress and/or growth.

And all it takes is slight adjustments. Add weight to your bench press each week. Do an extra set to really burn out. Add high-intensity intervals to your cardio sessions. Keep pushing the intensity and you'll never get bored; you'll never fall off the wagon; and you'll be in the best shape of your life for the rest of your life.

11 / Enlarge Your Workout Vocabulary
One easy way to keep your body guessing is to learn how to do new stuff at the gym. It may be new exercises, combinations of exercises, or a new way to do your normal routine. But if you're always enlarging your workout vocabulary, you'll never get bored, which means you'll keep coming back.

Since consistency is 99 percent of the battle for your health, you've got to keep it fun and keep it interesting. Change your routine every 2-4 weeks. Add in something new like dropsets, supersets, giant sets, circuit training, tabata workouts, or CrossFit-inspired movements. The options are endless! If you aren't familiar with the terms above, then get ready to learn, baby. You've got a massive online resource that's free and at your fingertips: the Training Articles.

12 / Be a Joiner

Fad diets come and go; but fitness is forever. Just look at legendary fitness guru Jack LaLanne, who passed away in 2011 at the age of 96. In Jack LaLanne's version of utopia, everyone would join up to live a healthy and active lifestyle. By surrounding yourself with people who care about fitness, you'll stay motivated 24/7.

Whether you train with a partner who pushes your boundaries, or you post your lifting stats on an online fitness forum, it's the sense of accountability and community that will keep you pushing for bigger and better things.

Though sometimes you may feel alone when it comes to caring for your own health and wellness, there's an entire nation of people waiting to support your fitness journey. Start by creating a BodySpace account and don't be surprised if you get inspired in less time than it takes to eat a potato chip.

13 / Mind the Gaps in Your Nutrition with a Multivitamin-Mineral Supplement

A house is only as strong as the foundation it sits on, and the same goes for nutrition. But your busy life and high activity level may help deplete you of essential vitamins and minerals faster than you can replenish them with food alone.

By adding a multivitamin-mineral supplement to your day, you'll have extra support for optimal health. Nobody eats perfectly all of the time. Well, maybe somebody out there does, but a multivitamin is still a great recommendation to start building your overall health and wellness supplement stack.

14 / More Omega-3's Please!

You've seen it mentioned in this article already: omega-3 fatty acids. What's so special about them? Number one: Your body can't make these essential fatty acids; you have to get them through foods like wild salmon, flax seeds, kiwi fruit, and walnuts.

Number two: Omega-3 fatty acids help support healthy brain and cardiovascular function, normal hormone levels, and may provide anti-inflammatory benefits. Basically everything inside of your body can benefit somehow from a healthy intake of omega-3's.

So whether it's daily fish for dinner, a tablespoon of flax seed oil, or a supplement, getting your omega-3 will give you an edge on maintaining great health.

15 / Protein Powders to the Rescue

One of the most convenient, time-saving and health-promoting supplements you can invest in is a quality protein powder. From zero-carb powders to meal replacement ready-to-drink shakes, the options are endless. With a bit of exploration, you can find a flavor and consistency that you love that also keeps you healthy!

Before you grab a vending-machine snack or fast-food meal consider these factors: protein supplements can be cheaper per-serving than most snack foods; they'll fill you up better; they won't cause the spike and crash of blood sugar like processed carbs will; and they'll support the growth and development of lean muscle mass.

Need any more convincing? No? I didn't think so.

16 / Here Comes the Sun...Doo Da Doo Doo

Go outside and play! True, we adults normally only think of saying this to children. But it's time to face the music and realize that we need sunlight and fresh air too! Even if the weather is frightful, bundle up and take a stroll. It's been shown to boost your mental health, among many other benefits. If you don't see enough of the sun, you may want to consider a vitamin D supplement.

17 / Be a Yogi in Training

No, it's the not the bear terrorizing peanut-butter sandwiches in Jellystone Park. Yogi refers to someone who practices yoga. But really, any type of dynamic stretching time is going to greatly benefit your overall health.

Stretching gets pushed to the back burner for many people when they have a specific fitness goal like losing 20 pounds or building bigger pecs. But stretching is an essential part of fitness and should be included in everybody's routine, hands down. Taking care of your connective tissues can also help with injury prevention.

Besides, you can also use stretching time to de-stress, listen to your favorite tunes, and perhaps slip into a short cat nap. What could be better? I'm pretty sure "nothing" is the correct answer.

18 / Give Yourself a Well-Deserved Break

Never underestimate the power of R&R. It may sound counter intuitive, but after all the activity you're going to be doing to stay healthy you've got to make time to rest and relax.

Make time every week to de-stress from life's daily toil. Vary your activities and always strive to get 8 hours of sleep a night. If you push relaxation to the bottom of your to-do list, you'll find your health (the mental and the physical) deteriorating faster than you can spell "Stress-Ball" backwards.

Take a vacation. Visit a beach. Hike a mountain. Do a puzzle. Play with your loved ones. Lie around doing nothing and forget about time.

If you're ever in Rome (or any part of Italy, really) you'll realize why so many people love the saying, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." Because Italians have mastered the art of enjoying life. They call it la bella vita, which means "the beautiful life." And by following these 18 tips, you'll definitely have earned the right to enjoy it.

Evidence Connecting Geopathic Stress to Illness

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:00:00 +0000

Geopathic stress has been found to be the common factor in many serious and minor illnesses and psychological conditions, especially those conditions in which the immune system is severely compromised. The major issue is an increased risk of cancer. While geopathic stress does not directly cause cancer, it weakens the body and makes it much more likely to acquire cancer. Studies have shown that over 85% of patients who die from cancer had regular exposure to geopathic stress.

The late Dr. Hans Nieper, M.D., stated that 92% of all his cancer patients and 75% of his MS patients are geopathically stressed. Dr. Nieper was a world-renowned cancer and MS specialist and operated one of the largest MS practices in the world, located in Germany.
Von Pohl proved to the Central Committee for Cancer Research in Berlin, almost 60 years ago, that one was unlikely to get cancer unless one spent some time in geopathically stressed places (mainly when sleeping).
Dr. Hager, M.D., found Geopathic Stress was present in all 5,348 cancer cases investigated.
The German physicist Robert Endros studied this question with Professor KE Lotz of the School of Architecture of Biberach (West Germany). Their analysis of 400 deaths due to cancer revealed that 383 cases were related to dwelling - over geological faults, underground water veins and disturbances of the natural geomagnetic field.

Other potential problems of geopathic stress includes cardiovascular deficiency, attention deficit disorder, immune deficiency disorders, and chronic fatigue. Some lesser effects of influence are chronic body pains, headaches, sudden signs of physical aging, irritability, and restless sleep. It is also a common factor in cases of infertility and miscarriages, learning difficulties, behavioral problems and neurological disabilities in children.

Then the home or work place of the affected person is neutralized, the geopathic stress conditions resolve themselves and the body begins to heal.

What We Spend On Being Healthy....

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:59:00 +0000

28 Odd Facts About the Human Body

noreply@blogger.com (Natural Healing Tools) — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 15:51:00 +0000