I was inspired to start doing a  “What I’m Loving Lately” post after meeting the lovely Natanya today and reading her blog where she posts about things she loves every Thursday. I thought that was a great idea but instead of Thursday’s I will be posting what I love every Saturday!

This week I really have been appreciating the little things a lot.

♥ Unsulphured Blackstrap Molasses. It is not only amazing for Anemia as it contains a high Iron content but also contains magnesium phosphorus, potassium, sodium, zinc, cooper, manganese, selenium, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid and choline. It is a natural remedy for heartburn, cancerous fibroids, menstrual cramps, the list goes on. It’s amazing. It has helped my heartburn a lot. I have been drinking in either on its own with warm water or I mix it into Coffee or Tea in place of sugar. For those of you who are sugar weary, blackstrap molasses has a low glycemic index. The glucose and carbohydrates are metabolized slowly and in turn demand less insulin production and stabilize blood sugar. It’s a great alternative to those who are diabetic or sensitive to sugar. It is an acquired taste for most but I personally love the taste of molasses and I actually find myself craving it which makes me think my body must need the nutrients in it.

♥ Dunkin Donuts Pumpkin K-Cup Coffee. Although it is full of artificial flavors I am not against indulging every now and then, in fact I encourage it. It’s the perfect coffee for fall and I add a tiny bit of coconut creamer and it’s delicious.

♥ Hats. I love wearing hats in the fall and winter. They are the perfect accessory to dress up any outfit. My favorite right now is the Wool Floppy Hat from American Eagle.

♥ Non-Acidic Vitamin C. I have always been a fan of Vitamin C for immune support and to help with Anemia but it’s always aggravated my stomach as it’s very acidic. I found the perfect supplement that is non-acidic and I have been taking it daily and so far no stomach upset!! I am really excited about adding Vitamin C into my diet again because I always notice a drastic improvement in my immunity after taking it on a daily basis.

♥ Grey’s Anatomy. I used to be obsessed with this show but I stopped watching it in the middle of season 4. I recently started watching it again as it’s available instant on Netflix. I am now on season 7! I cannot stop watching it. I literally don’t watch anything else but Grey’s Anatomy right now. So good.

♥ Fuel Coffee Shop in Great Barrington. I discovered this little Coffee Shop this week as it says “Gluten Free” on the window. I went in with my mom and I love their selection of foods and they have so many gluten free options. It reminds me of Northampton quite a bit. it’s really adorable and everyone who works there is super friendly. It’s my new favorite spot. They have the most delicious gluten free maple chocolate banana bread that is to die for!

♥ Badger Vanilla Bean Lip Balm. This stuff is addicting. Super moisturizing and super delicious. It smells so good and I am tempted to lick it off my lips every time I wear it because it’s Vanilla! It’s Organic and Non-Toxic and will not harm you if you happen to give in and lick your lips a little I carry this in my purse with me all the time.

♥ Emailing with Nour ♥ My heating pad ♥ Soups ♥ Baking ♥ My 2 month old nephew smiling at me ♥ Staying positive despite setbacks ♥

I hope you are all having a wonderful weekend and I’d love to hear what you have all been loving this week!

xoxo,

Britanie

September is the beginning of American ginseng season here in Arkansas, or as the old-timers call it ‘sang. We are lucky to have such an amazingly beneficial plant growing nearby, but we need to make sure that we protect it. If you are lucky enough to know a ‘sang hunter or are one yourself, make sure the rules are followed about planting the red berries 1-2 inches deep when the root is harvested. American ginseng grows throughout the Eastern United States, but it tends to grow in small clusters and has a lot of harvesting pressure on it. Since it is monetarily valuable, unscrupulous hunters will over harvest an area. For instance, trespassers stole my friend’s ginseng patch that he had been cultivating for over 20 years. Efforts need to be made to insure that we will continue to have this jewel of a plant in our region, by buying American ginseng from organically grown or ethically wild harvested sources.

American ginseng is so invaluable because it helps relieve stress and soothes the digestion. Its actions on the digestive tract are partially through direct action, but many of ginseng’s effects are due to the stress reduction. When we are stressed out, our ability to digest food is diminished. By calming the impact of stress on the body, American ginseng may help many cases of indigestion. Use of American ginseng has also been shown to reduce the incidence of colds. Again, the immune system is suppressed by stress through excess production of cortisol, the stress hormone. American ginseng can also be useful for diabetes, because, you guessed it, stress contributes to insulin resistance. It is also a good herb for fatigue, especially tiredness due to over work. American ginseng probably also shares the ability of its close cousin Asian ginseng to help prevent cancer. In the regions where the most Asian ginseng is consumed, cancer rates are significantly lower.

Don’t expect these fabulous benefits overnight. American ginseng is used long term since it may take weeks or months for the full effect to be noticed. This is a very safe herb that most people can use, but it is a little bit stimulating and, in some people, could contribute to insomnia. Taken early in the day, most people have no issue with American ginseng, and it may even improve their sleep.

After an insightful and well spent summer hiatus essentialbryndl is back online. Just off the plane from the doTERRA convention I have so much fun and inspiring essential oil news. Even as I type I am stumbling over the mountain of awesome, picking out how to best pass it to you so it doesn’t come out a garbled mess….here goes.

So, in this industry we have to be very careful to not claim an oil cures a disease. This is because the FDA will sue me if I do, even if the oil will do just that. Gah! politics. Moving forward you will see me refer to using essential oils for complimentary health care and I encourage you to consider it as such.

One thing that stood out in a lecture by Dr.Papas, a visiting speaker at last weeks convention was  groundbreaking to me. Lets see if I don’t butcher his eloquence….

Dr. Papas was discussing modern medicines and how they are primarily synthetic replicas of chemistry found in the natural world, mostly the plant kingdom. We know essential oils are made up of what are called constituents, these are the chemical parts that make them therapeutically effective. Each constituent (or part) has shown a different effect in research situations. When western medicine makes a new drug it is a relpica of just one or two of these constituents which can be awesome because it can have a much more concentrated effect when magnified in this way. The downside is the drug becomes much less stable than it’s natural counterpart because it lacks the diversity found in nature. This causes things like side effects, antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria and in some cases the body building resistance to those synthetic drugs.  An essential oil has dozens if not hundreds of constituents depending on the oil. For example Frankincense has many we don’t even know about yet! It is this diversity that casues the oils to be more dynamic and effective in supporting your bodies fight against things like bacteria and viruses.

Why is this important? Think complimentary health care. If you are prescribed penicillin for an infection Dr. Papas says research is showing that the use of essential oils may support your bodies effectiveness by offering the diversity lost by the synthetic production of the drug. I find this to be a revolutionary insight…think of all the ways you might enhance your current self care regimen, is there somewhere you would like to boost effect or see stronger results? If your interested in learning more about this I highly recommend the resource book Modern Essentials for information on what oils are good for what ailments.

This brings us back to doTERRA’s CPTG standard. When I read about all those constituents that make up even one drop of oil and then consider that even a tiny bit of any foreign cutting agents might render all those parts ineffective it breaks my heart. CPTG gives me the confidence to use these oils  as my complimentary health care choice. Knowing for absolute sure that there is nothing in that little brown bottle except the essential oil I am expecting is what gives me the confidence to share them with you and with my family.

Over the coming weeks I will introduce you to some new blends doTERRA has released to support us in our ongoing quest for better health and happier bodies.

If you would like to know more about Dr. Papas and his credentials click here.

If you would like to purchase doTERRA’s CPTG essential oils please visit my retail website at www.mydoterra.com/livefree or contact me via email for a free consult.

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Recent research is suggesting additional benefits to having a healthy population of gut flora. A new analysis of the causes of diverticular disease of the colon shows that there is an inflammatory component to this condition. This inflammation in impacting the neuromuscular functioning of the gut in a way that contributes to the symptoms of this disease. One avenue being considered to help address this problem is the use of probiotic supplements to help reduce inflammation in the gut. Beneficial bacteria work to fight inflammation by enhancing immune function, producing compounds that nourish the cells lining the colon, and improving intestinal barrier function.

We are also increasingly becoming aware of the connection between the gut, brain, and our mood. In an initial study, women given a daily probiotic showed decreased emotional reactivity when presented with negative stimuli. Brain scan done in conjunction with this study revealed decreased activity in areas of the brain associated with fear and other strong emotions. Though this was just a preliminary study, it reminds us of the immense importance digestive health has on our overall wellbeing.

Echinacea

Blood poisoning from an accidental cut of the gardening tool of the late Alfred Vogel was healed by using the whole Echinacea plant, as he was previously advised to use by a Native American Chief.

Alfred Vogel also discovered on one of his many journeys in a Malaria infested zone, unvaccinated, that a morning and evening application of 40 drops of Echinacea tincture was an excellent immune system support. Especially evident when compared to the fact that a traveling companion of his had been immunised for Malaria and did not believe in taking the tincture – he became ill. Alfred Vogel remained in a fit state. The arrogance of Vogel’s travelling companion was actually also that he was ignorant of the fact that, although he had lived in the same country that they travelled through for 14 years, his usual living area was not plagued by Malaria.

It was also discovered by Vogel that Echinacea proved effective as an immunity rebuilder for chronic catarrh and can even defeat the same chemical that is found in some snakebite venom.

A herbal tea of dried organic Echinacea tops is beneficial for the immune system.

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Ylang Ylang

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Ylang Ylang oil comes from greenish-yellow flowers that are shaped like starfish.  It is a tropical tree native to tropical Asia, but can be sourced in other parts of the world. The DōTerra Essential Oil Ylang Ylang (complete) is of the botanical family Annonaceae, it is grown in Madagascar where it is steam distilled from the flower.

Ylang ylang oil, offers many therapeutic qualities as it has an exquisite fragrance and also a long history as a part of perfumes. It uplifts mood and has great calming properties.

Oil Properties: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, antidepressant, and sedative.

Past Uses: Ylang ylang historically was used as a perfume of the beds of newly weds for their wedding night. It was also used for skin treatments, insect bites, hair loss, constipation, stomachaches, colic, indigestion and to regulate respiration

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Aromatic Uses: Diffusing ylang ylang essential oil can influence relationships and sexual energy. Its calming qualities can mitigate anger and relax moods.

Wellness Uses: Calm & stress relief, hair & skin care and immune support.

Ylang Ylang is a skin treatment for oily skin types, by balancing oil production and reduces excessive oiliness. Also helps with hair to promote thick, shiny and lustrous hair. Helps control split ends.

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Application Of Oils:

• Topically – It can be applied to the skin.
• Internally – You can take ylang ylang essential oil with food and drink or with gel capsules.
• Aromatically – Use a doTERRA diffuser with ylang ylang

 It is recognized as GRAS  and is used in flavoring, most notable in bubble gum!  

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PMS Body Oil Blend:

Ylang Ylang 3 drops, Roman Chamomile 4 drops, Clary Sage 6 drops, Coriander 4 drops, and Whisper 6 drops.  Gently blend and apply to body, abdomen and feet.

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Testimonies

“Ylang Ylang was the very first essential oil that I tried and it really caught my attention in minutes. It had been a long time and I was feeling a bit frayed around the edges. A friend gave my a couple of drops of Ylang Ylang on my wrists to try. I will tell you I was EXTREMELY skeptical. I tried it and then went about to forget about it. About 10-15 minutes later I noticed something, the frays around my edges were now gone??? I just felt a sense of calm…..The closest thing I can relate it to is when you have a glass of wine. Within the first few sips you feel a calm come over you that is later followed by the buzz. Well the feeling the Ylang Ylang gave me was the calm without the buzz. It was nice. But I don’t convince that easy, and I had to try it over and over and sure enough it brought on an amazing calm”

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Thank you doTERRA’s ylang ylang!! I am 38.5 weeks pregnant, on bed rest for extremely high blood pressure. I have been using our ylang ylang for 3 days and my BP is back to normal!! Thanks for making such amazing and pure products!! -Rhonda DeSantis Woodruff

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doTERRA Ylang Ylang Blends:

Serenity – Calming Essential Oil Blend

Solace – Women’s “Monthly” Blend

Elevation – Joyful Blend

Whisper – Women’s Perfume Blend

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Dry skin brushing may be the single most important therapy you add to your list of beauty tips. Your skin is your largest single organ within your body, and the one responsible for removing about a pound of waste each day and will be the first organ to show symptoms of imbalance or toxicity.  If your skin cannot efficiently release toxins, you may experience rashes, acne, hives, itchiness, body odor, or even eczema and psoriasis.

Dry skin brushing is one of the healthier self-help methods available to us today. It encourages nerve beds within its structure that in turn increases normal healing processes throughout the body.

“Dry brushing is an ancient technique to aid in the skin’s ability to release and remove toxins from your body. Many cultures have historically practiced dry brushing. Among the Japanese, it was traditional to brush the skin vigorously with a loofah prior to taking the traditional hot bath. Ancient Greek athletes used a tool known as the strigiles after strenuous exercise in order to both clean the skin and promote healthy circulation. The Comanche Indians traditionally used river sand to scrub their skin, and Cherokee Indians used dry corn cobs in order to enhance the strength and beauty of the skin. Within traditional naturopathic writings, dry skin brushing is commonly referred to as a dry friction bath.”

You can order your brush online or get one from Whole Foods
I got mine from a massage that I did at a Spa!
Remember make sure the brush is a good one

The Benefits Of Dry Skin Brushing

• Helps to shed dead skin cells, which can help improve skin texture and cell renewal.
• Strengthens the immune system
• Dry skin brushing increases circulation to skin
• Individuals who sit at a computer screen all day long will particularly take pleasure in the benefits of skin brushing. People who have inactive lifestyles or jobs usually experience stiff and sore necks and shoulders that reach even into their arms and down their spines and into their lower backs. Increased blood flow begins entering the areas brushed and you will experience an increase in electromagnetic energy that permits you to feel energized and invigorated.
• Helps with muscle tone and evenly distribute fat deposits
• Stimulates the nervous system, tones the muscles, tightens the skin
• It encourages your body’s discharge of metabolic wastes
• Helps to tighten the skin because it increases the flow of blood. Increasing the circulation to the skin can also help lessen the appearance of cellulite.
• Stimulates the lymph canals to drain toxic mucous.
• Rejuvenates the nervous system by stimulating nerve endings in the skin.
• Helps your skin to absorb nutrients by eliminating clogged pores.

Getting started with your Dry Brushing:

• Purchase a natural, bristle brush. Not a synthetic
• Skin brushing should be performed once a day, preferably first thing in the morning. If you are feeling ill, do it more often until you feel better.
• Do not wet yourself or the brush – this will stretch your skin and you will not get the same benefit. Skin brushing should be performed prior to your bath or shower and your body dry and naked.
• Begin brushing your skin in long sweeping strokes starting from the bottom of your feet moving upwards, and from the hands towards the shoulders, and on the torso in an upward direction. Always brush towards the heart.
• Avoid sensitive areas and anywhere the skin is broken.               
• After getting out of the shower, dry off vigorously and massage your skin with pure plant oil, such as almond or coconut.
• Don’t forget to clean your skin brush using soap and water once a week. After rinsing, dry your skin brush in an open, sunny spot to prevent mildew.

What you put on your body goes into your body! So keep it clean

Try it sometime….. you will thank me later

As always,
Love and Blessings

xoxo
Jenna

Essiac Tea

Many people know that essiac tea benefits people with cancer, however, it can also help with a wide variety of other health problems too. Essiac Tea benefits people in many ways and is used not only as a treatment but also for overall health and prevention of disease. It works by removing toxins and restoring the body’s ability to protect and heal itself. The entire body system is treated naturally, and in most cases there are no side effects.

Cancer

Essiac tea cancer treatment gets to work in two ways. Although two of it’s ingredients, burdock root and sheep sorrel have been used to treat cancer for hundreds of years, many of the other essiac tea ingredients also contain antioxidants which slow cancer growth and help prevent it from spreading. But the main reason essiac tea is so effective against cancer is the same reason it works with other diseases. These are the two most important functions of essiac tea:

1. Detox

Essiac tea helps release toxins that build up in fat and tissues into the blood stream where they can be filtered and excreted by the liver and kidneys. These are the chemicals and poisons causing cells to mutate and are in our air, food, and water, and everywhere around us. Eliminating these toxins is essential to fighting cancer growth and ensuring the organs and immune system are functioning at their absolute best.

2. Restore the Immune System

Cleaning the body of toxins and impurities frees up the immune system to focus on killing cancer cells and protecting the body. With Essiac Tea, complete body purification occurs, with a significant boost in the body’s immune system to combat any pre-existing disease by producing more lymphocytes and T-cells, the body’s natural defenses. Your immune system is the #1 defense against ALL disease and it’s proper functioning is absolutely vital! Pharmaceutical drugs have been successful at masking the symptoms of disease, but not ridding the body of the root of the problem. Unlike most alternative treatments, modern medicine focuses on treating the patients’ physical symptoms, rather than the underlying causes of the disease. In many cases the underlying cause of cancer is a weak immune system. Your body is constantly fighting cancer cells but when it is compromised, the cancer can gain a foothold.

Essiac Tea is commonly used for cancer in two ways: as an aggressive dose or as a supplement to existing traditional cancer treatment. Many people also use it to counteract the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. It’s also used to repair the immune system, which is severely weakened by these types of treatment.

Diabetes

One of the benefits of essiac tea is it’s ability to help the organs to better perform their duties. This includes the pancreas which produces insulin, and the liver which helps regulate blood sugar. Essiac tea can help the body produce more insulin naturally, reducing the need for prescriptions. There have even been reports of users coming off of insulin completely with essiac tea combined with a strict diet. Also by detoxing the liver it helps it to regulate blood sugar more efficiently. However, diabetics should monitor their blood sugar very closely while using essiac tea and may want to start with 1/2 a dose at first. The boost in natural insulin combined with prescriptions could be more than the body needs.

Skin

Essiac Tea is effective against many skin problems including, acne psoriasis, eczema and more. It works by cleansing the body and improving the ability of the liver to eliminate toxins. This means much less toxins will be excreted through the pores of the skin. It also improves circulation to the skin helping to remove toxins from the epidermal tissues. This overall cleansing of the body improves the ability of the immune system to fight off bacterial and fungal skin infections such as folliculitis and athlete’s foot. Essiac Tea is also a good natural source of vitamins A, E, C and B, which are essential to healthy skin.

Digestion

One of the main ingredients in essiac tea is slippery elm bark. Slippery elm produces mucilage, a gel like substance that coats the entire digestive system and eases the entire process from start to finish. This also helps to relieve symptoms of heartburn, acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome and many other digestive problems. Essiac tea also stimulates the production of gastric juices as well as beneficial bacteria that aid in digestion.

Depression

As the toxins are cleansed, the organs start to work better, blood is purified and pumping better, and plenty oxygen is being distributed to the cells. This leads to a boost in energy and mood and is common among essiac tea users. It also helps the organs to better maintain the chemical balances in the body that affect emotional problems such as depression and anxiety.

More Essiac Tea Benefits:

Essiac tea can also be used as a daily supplement to improve general health and as a preventive measure against disease.

- strengthens the tissues, muscles and organs, and improves performance

- improves the functions of organs as well as protects them from toxins in the body

- makes the body more flexible by supporting the bones, ligaments, joints and other membranes

- stimulates the brain and nervous system

- helps tissues with the absorption of fluids

- removes toxin and fat accumulation in the lymph nodes, bone marrow and bladder

- neutralizes acids

- cleanses the respiratory system by thinning and expelling mucus

- protects the brain from toxins

- promotes the production of red blood cells and prevents them from rupturing

- aids the body in distributing oxygen to cells

- relieves pain

- increases appetite (for the emaciated)

- helps improve the body’s ability to balance hormones

- helps regulate blood sugar levels in the body

- increases effectivity of insulin

- helps clear up skin conditions such as eczema and acne

- accelerates healing of wounds

- prevents buildup of fat along the artery walls, heart, liver and kidneys

- increases the body’s ability to utilize oxygen in tissue cells

- balances sodium and potassium levels so that cells are purified and nourished properly

- regulates cholesterol levels by converting fat and sugar into energy

- protects the body against radiation

- protects the body against free radicals

- increases the production of antibodies to help fight disease

- strengthens organs, particularly the bones and brain

- facilitates the cleansing of the colon and healthy elimination of waste

- counteracts lead or mercury poisoning

Having this Tea on a regular basis obvisioulsy can do wonders.  My whole family drinks it! My kiddos LOVE the stuff!  It can also replace some of the other things in your cabinet too.  If I am out of Colloidol Silver, I just use my Essiac.  As you dig deeper into this stuff, you learn fast that you get your bang for your buck.  Which for me, this is what it is about.

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My new favorite form of probiotic is sauerkraut. Never in a million years, did I think that I would like this stuff. When I was younger, my Nana used to make it with pork chops and would try to get me to eat it and I would turn my nose! Ha! Now, look at me…..I can’t get enough LOL

Sauerkraut is a great source of probiotics. It is fermented and there are so many wonderful health benefits to it. I actually had home-made kraut at a friend’s house a while back and it opened my eyes to a whole new world! I can’t wait to try to make it on my own

Here is why you should eat sauerkraut:

• Sauerkraut is a great immune booster
• Plays a HUGE role in the digestive area. For hundreds of years peope used it to help cure upset stomachs by increasing healthy flora in the intestinal tract.
• Helps fight cancer
• Provides Vitamin C
• Helps fight the flu
• Reduced incidence of diarrhea in daycare
• Especially effective in reducing inflammation in inflammatory bowel
• Reduced pain and constipation of irritable bowel syndrome
• Positive effect on immunity in HIV+ children
• Drastically reduces the phytic acid, polyphenols and trypsin inhibitor activity in grains and soy which significantly increases the digestibility of starch and protein
• Contains the antioxidants which can help fight off free radicals.
• Turns hard to digest lactose into easily to digest lactic acid.

Sauerkraut goes well with savory food and is often served as a side dish. It’s very versatile and can be combined with many foods to give an acidic edge. It’s also common in many places to serve sauerkraut on top of hot dogs. Since I don’t eat hot dogs, I am exploring ways to use it. I just recently had it with sausages that I purchased from a local farmer at my farmer’s market. They were delish and the kraut went so well with them!

Here is a fun fact about sauerkraut– “the first pickled cabbage was said to come from ancient China, with some saying it was invented by the first emperor who unified China — Qin Shi Huangdi, while others saying it was the brainchild of Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire.”

This is what I have been using and really enjoy it.
Can be found at Co-Op or Whole Foods
(FYI Eden products are all BPA free when they come in a can)

this whey comes from swiss cheese, which is fermented at room temperature for a lot longer than most cheeses. That means that virtually all the lactose is converted to lactic acid,

This natural lactic acid is a natural antiseptic and prevents pathogenic germs from spreading on the skin and throughout the whole digestive tract.

By taking a tablespoon, or less, in a glass of  juice or water before meals, digestive enzymes are stimulated and secreted through the digestive tract, aiding immensely the process of digestion.

It stimulates the growth of healthy digestive tract flora, improving candida infections.

molkosan also contains Vitamins B1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 12. And, Folic acid, Vit A, Betacarotene, Vit C, calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron, chloride and oritic acid.

L (+) lactic acid provides an antiseptic action to inhibit bacterial and fungal infections. molkosan presents no digestive problems for lactose-intolerant or lactose-sensitive people

In the production of molkosan , a process involving lactobacillus bacteria creates a positive and relatively rare form of lactic acid, which has two main effects.

1. It makes it very difficult for unfriendly bacteria to gain a hold in the gut.
2. It creates an acidic environment in the large intestine, in which friendly bacteria thrive.

Once unfriendly bacteria have been discouraged and friendly bacteria are given the environment they like, digestion and metabolism improve, and energy levels increase.

You are likely to feel far more comfortable, with a marked reduction in symptoms such as bloating, excessive wind, and constipation .

seriously if you are feeling you might have something fungal going on inside or on your skin..you might want to try this out. remember lactic acid is lethal to fungus.

some other thoughts…i am a huge fan of this stuff. i can hardly say enough about it. when i set out to write this post i really wanted to convince anyone with morgellons to give it go. why? because it works and it’s cheap.  here is the best thing though, it is “broad spectrum”.   i don’t know who in the morgellons community said “the battle in morgellons will be won in the gut”.  who ever said that seems to be right.  mulkosan got me feeling better.  the insides start moving better.  you will get feeling healthy faster if you can stay very “regular”. when i got that whole “process” moving freely  i was able to make really good progress.  as usual i have left so much out here.  i want to to just say this..we are all hearing we need to support our immune systems.  your immune system is your best friend in the whole world. better than your granny or your even your dog. it is saving your life on a daily basis in every second of every breath you take. support it.  whey is an excellent immune supporter.

all right all right ….last words.. mulkosan is excellent for topical application.  insect bites, fungal skin infections etc.  it is also an excellent starter for getting your own fermented food going like cabbage and enzymes. i wish i was a better writer and i could gather all the words and proof up for you. i wish i could tell you better what wonderful things it has done for me. i wish i could come to your house right now and force feed you a bit of mulkosan in the morning and the night.   spritz this stuff on your itchy skin. dilute it 1 to 1 to start a a little lactic acid peel for your scars (i know you have them!). it really softens the scars and if you are in that stage where you have the plaque feeling skin..well just let me say this..it really works. it’s cheap.  OH…it’s organic too.   you can take forever. it is good for you.  it works.

ok i’ll stop now..well in a second. any of you out there that decide to try mulkosan will you do us all the favor of posting your feelings here as comments. i  bet you find you love it.  if my house were burning down i would would grab the dog and also the bottle of mulkosan that is always right out in front. it is out there because i take it all the time. it sits way out in front of all my various supplements and herbs. it is one of the top things to helped me feel better from morgellons and it is the one thing that i will always use to keep it gone. i don’t take  a lot of the stuff i used to get better but i always take mulkosan.

if you live in europe you can get this at any health food store. in america you will have to order it online. i am sorry  that i can not get my links to work lately and also the crazy spacing. i am just going to leave it rather than get frustrated. try and cut and paste.

here s a link to amazon for 6.5 ounces for less than 9 dollars http://www.amazon.com/Bioforce-USA-Molkosan-Liquid-6-8/dp/B000UVXG5K/ref=pd_sim_sbs_hpc_3

also some other info on the manufactures site: http://www.bioforceusa.com/avogel-world/stories-products/molkosan.php

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Artemisinin SOD - Researched Nutritionals

I was using Artemisinin from Allergy Research Group for the past year but at my last visit my LLMD had me order this new one. I like this new one a lot better because not only does it have the Artemisinin in it but it also has other stuff to help get rid of parasites, immune support and calm inflammation at the same time.You will need a special code to order it and not everybody will be able to get a hold of some. I highly recommend it and so does my doctor.

If you like and want to find the Artemisinin for cheaper prices then shop around. Many use VitaCost which I always find is always higher than what I buy all of my supplements for. I found the Allergy Research Group Artemisinin online at 2 for $35.oo by using Google and then the “shopping” tab. I think I ordered it through pure formulas. That was on a sale and the price have gone back to normal. I prefer to buy my most of my supplements through Swanson and Amazon.

The ingredients in this artemisinin are as follows:

• Artemisinin
  • 98.5% pure artemisia anua (sweet wormwood), the purest form of artemisinin for greatest efficacy & immune support
  • promotes healthy levels of NF kappa B
• Pro SOD Complex™
  • clinically researched BCM-95 Curcumin for highest absorption and to support healthy inflammation levels
  • Quercetin to promote healthy levels of NF kappa B
  • Decaffeinated Green Tea Extract to nurture the body’s ability to promote healthy levels of SOD to fight reactive oxygen species
  • Black Walnut Hull to advance the body’s natural ability to fight parasites

**If you would like to buy this product you can ONLY do so from an LLMD office or by getting your LLMD/LLND’s name and signing up on the web site below. You need a “physicians code” or you cannot order it.

ORDER Artemisinin SOD – HERE

or by this link

http://www.researchednutritionals.com/store/item.cfm?code=CRN135

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Artemisinin SOD (From Researched Nutritionals Web Site)

Purest Artemisinin plus support for the body’s inflammation & anti-parasitic systems

Artemisinin SOD™ combines pure artemisinin for immune support, green tea extract to promote healthy levels of SOD (superoxide dismutase), curcumin and quercetin for their healthy impact on inflammation and resulting inhibitory affect on NF kappa B, and black walnut hull to arm the body’s anti-parasitic arsenal.

This product was formulated for doctors looking to support the patient’s ability to maintain healthy levels of Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) and Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF kappa B), while also supporting the body’s natural ability to fight parasites.

Superoxide dismutase (SOD) is a naturally occurring enzyme that protects the body against oxidative stress by scavenging excess superoxide. The body’s ability to minimize oxidative stress is essential in protecting cell membranes, essential proteins and DNA from damage. SOD, for example, may be up to 3,500 times more potent than vitamin C in quenching the dangerous superoxide radical. Antioxidant enzymes like SOD decline markedly with advancing age, leading to an accumulation of free radicals and oxidative damage.

Nuclear Factor kappa Beta (NFkB)is a naturally occurring protein that acts as a switch to turn inflammation on and off in the body. Scientists describe NFkB as a “smoke sensor” that detects dangerous threats like free radicals and infectious agents. In response to these threats, NFkB turns on the genes that produce inflammation. As we age, NFkB expression in the body increases, provoking widespread chronic inflammation.

Each serving contains:

• Artemisinin
  • 98.5% pure artemisia anua (sweet wormwood), the purest form of artemisinin for greatest efficacy & immune support
  • promotes healthy levels of NF kappa B
• Pro SOD Complex™
  • clinically researched BCM-95 Curcumin for highest absorption and to support healthy inflammation levels
  • Quercetin to promote healthy levels of NF kappa B
  • Decaffeinated Green Tea Extract to nurture the body’s ability to promote healthy levels of SOD to fight reactive oxygen species
  • Black Walnut Hull to advance the body’s natural ability to fight parasites

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 or 2 capsules one or two times daily, away from food and iron or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Free of artificial flavors & preservatives, sugar, starch, milk, lactose, casein, gluten, wheat, yeast, tree nuts, fish, sodium.

Caution: Not indicated for pregnant or nursing women. Long term administration (greater than one month) should be monitored by health care practitioner and include liver enzymes and hemoglobin testing. Detoxification reactions may be experienced by some individuals.

Researched Nutritionals’ products are only available through health care professionals. If your doctor has asked you to order, please call Customer Service Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM Pacific Time at 800 755 3402. More detailed information and purchasing is available on line for health care professionals who have registered and signed in: Click here

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• First of all, protein helps support and build lean muscle which is what creates “tone” in the first place (not bulk!). Lean muscle determines your metabolism, so the more you have, the more calories you burn just by being alive!
• Second, the only way to “bulk up” is to eat more than your body needs to maintain itself. It doesn’t matter whether that overload of calories comes from fruit, meat, soda, cookies or protein powder… too many calories = weight gain. Most whey protein powders have about 110 calories per serving… the same as a medium banana… however many women who believe this myth would choose the fruit thinking they are going to avoid gaining weight… but the calories are the same!

Whey Protein can actually help you LOSE weight. Here are a few of those ways:

• Thermic Effect - It takes more calories for your body to digest protein than it does other types of food. Increasing your protein intake will help you use more calories and increase your weight loss. In other words, a serving of whey protein powder daily can help you burn more calories.
• Muscle Mass - When you are losing weight, you want to lose fat, not muscle. Many people get “weight loss” and “fat loss” confused. Muscle tissue is important because it keeps your body lean, healthy and strong and burns more calories than other types of tissues in your body. To keep from losing your muscle mass while dieting, you need to keep protein levels relatively high. Whey protein powder is an easy, low-calorie way to get the protein your body needs.
• Blood Sugar - By eating more protein, your blood sugar levels will be more stable, and likely be lower.When you eat protein, glucose is absorbed more slowly into your bloodstream. When blood sugar levels are stable, your body produces less insulin, stores less new fat and burns more fat from your existing body stores. Use whey protein powder as a snack during the day to help keep your blood sugar levels stable.
• Satiety - Protein takes longer to digest than other macros which helps you feel full longer. Feeling fuller will make it easier to eat less, while sticking to your nutrition plan.
• Immune Support - Whey protein promotes the formation of antioxidants that help support your immune system. When you exercise hard or are stressed, supporting your immune system is important. Use whey protein powder to help you maintain your health and improve your weight.

Whey protein is derived from milk and is sold in powder form. Look for a brand with concentrated protein in each serving and fewer carbohydrates and calories. A good place to shop for protein powders is the website Bodybuilding.com!

Prior to my “riding the crimson wave” this month, I got EXTREMELY bloated — and honestly, my monthlies have not been the same since acquiring Lyme. I took Midol. NUTTIN’. I bought diuretics at the pharmacy. NUTTIN’. I did an epsom salt hot bath and sweated 1/2 an ounce.

Finally? I figured it’ll be better after the fact. It wasn’t.

In desperation, I looked up home remedies for bloating on Google. An overwhelming result was Apple Cider Vinegar. The consensus seemed to be to drink 2 Tablespoons in an 8 oz glass of water ….. some suggest 3X/day while others said once. I did that and ate a banana (another remedy I read about for absorbing sodium), and peed magnificently the next day.

But there was more. My face went from being puffy and pale to leaner and a little pinker. My energy was far better. I didn’t crave sugar. My joints were a teensy bit creaky, but this is GOOD. I did it again the next day. I urinated magnificently again — thundering yellow waterfall! (OK, probably TMI!) My energy remained better. I felt kind of normal – still do!

I googled other uses for A.C.V. Did you know:

1. It’s used for arthritis?
2. It’s used to treat fatigue?
3. It’s used to treat heartburn?
4. It’s used for weight loss — partly flushing water, partly appetite suppressant?
5. It’s used for I.B.S.?
6. It’s used for yeast infections?
7. It’s used for wart removal?
8. It’s used to improve hair texture — making it more lustrous and smooth?
9. It’s used, too, for everything from diabetes and hot flashes to lowering high blood pressure and relieving Gout symptoms?

Wow. That’s a LOT. It made me wonder WHY.

Not All A.C.V. is Created Equal:

Ever notice when you buy vinegar, some are cloudy while some may be colored but possess a sparkling clarity while some others have clots and floaters? I guess you want the most stagnant, nastiest-looking one possible. This possesses something the others don’t: “the mother.” “The Mother” is rich in antioxidants, mineral content, probiotics, nutrients, etc. It also has cancer-fighting phytochemicals. ACV also contains soluble fiber that binds to cancer-causing agents in the colon and flushing them.

This “mother” also contains pectin, which lowers cholesterol.

ANY ACV:

What all of the vinegars have in common – no matter the cut, clarity or …… no …. wait …. content, cloudiness/clarity – is that they all balance the body’s PH balance. It makes us more alkaline and more acidic, naturally neutralizing whatever our imbalance is. This is good for the common COLD. It is good for the IMMUNE SYSTEM — and boy, couldn’t we use that? ACV is reputed to be antimicrobial (antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral….. just a bunch of beautiful ANTI!)

Many “recipes” or “prescriptions” recommend pairing it with honey. I haven’t tried this yet (and still have my Manuka Honey to get into next month, after my labs).

Me:

Personally, I simply grabbed the one I had — the pretty clear one, Big Y brand. This has been relieving my bloating. It’s energized me substantially. My joints are better. My sleep cycle even seems better. The lymier I am, the fewer dreams I have – or at least my recollection of them is absent. I’m dreaming again and I wake up feeling more rested. I think this may be tied into the fatigue.

For a broad range of uses, go to: http://www.apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com/home-remedies.html

I hope this helps.

In my suitcase you’ll find:

• Throat Defense: Let’s be honest, crowded planes are not the most germ-free of places. Thankfully my Throat Defense Berry is small enough that I can bring it with me when I travel to give me extra immune support.
• Clear and Calm: I’m not a fan of flying, but the Clear and Calm helps keep me relaxed before and during my flight. I’m sure my travel buddies will be relieved to hear of that!
• AKBA Plus: The last thing I want to spend my vacation doing is sneezing and wheezing. I already take AKBA Plus daily, so why stop on vacation?
• Face Moisturizing Cream: This is part of my morning routine so whenever I travel I make sure to bring my Face Moisturizing Cream, especially when I know I’ll be outside in the sun and need to keep my skin moisturized.
• Relief 4x Cream: I’m sure we’ll be walking around and seeing all there is to see, so I know the Relief 4x Cream will be just what I for my aching legs at the end of the day.

What are some of your travel essentials?

The fateful trip to the dentist…

It all started in 1997 when I was diagnosed with advanced periodontal disease.  I have been going to dentists my whole life and this was the first dentist to ever mention periodontal disease.  The dentist did what is called a periodontal pocket depth test (see image at left), which measures the depth of the gum pockets around each tooth.  To my surprise I had one pocket that was over 10 millimeters deep.  This is what we now understand to be a classic case of advanced periodontal disease.  The dentist handed me a brochure about periodontal disease that outlined their treatment protocol which involved extensive, expensive, painful root planing and gum surgery.  All this with no guarantee that the treatment would actually heal my mouth. (In hindsight and years of research later, I have found research that clearly shows that the prescribed gum surgery actually speeds up tooth loss, the very result the surgery is looking to avoid!) 

Given that I am the type of person to prefers to take responsibility for my health, I immediately researched alternative therapies for advanced periodontal disease.

Home care…

My research uncovered that periodontal disease is caused by pathogenic bacteria thriving in the mouth, specifically in the gum pockets located around each of our teeth.  These same bacteria are also responsible for bad breath, gum recession, tooth sensitivity and tooth loss.  I was surprised to find that gum disease is also linked to an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, low birth weight babies and even cancer.

I committed to caring for the periodontal disease at home, without all the expense and pain.   After using the protocol for just a few days I already noticed that the pain I had been experiencing was less.    I started to see improvement right away. I applied the information steadfastly because I was determined to heal myself as well as “prove the dentist wrong”.   The dentist told me that the condition was “non-reversible and incurable” so I was committed to determine my own experience!

A year later…

May 1998, I returned to the same dentist requesting another periodontal probe. Where the year before she had found pockets of 4 and 5 mm depths, they were now only 3 and 4 mm. I had one molar that originally had measured at over 10 mm read only at 3mm a year later. The dentist was so confused that she thought the second reading was wrong and tried to push the probe down deeper. Then unable to believe otherwise, she came to the conclusion that the reading the year before MUST have been wrong!

I know that it was not wrong. I gave particular attention to that tooth/gum with regular home treatment with the pocket applicator, antibacterial solutions and lots of massage. I even visualized the gum re-adhering to the tooth.

No more loose teeth!

Another very interesting bit of feedback I received from that visit was finding out that the loose teeth I had on the first visit were no longer loose!  On the first visit I had several teeth measured to have either minor or moderate movement when tested by the dentist.  On my return visit, I had no measurable tooth movement!  Another success!

The sad part of the story is that when I told the dentist that I had been applying home care, she had no questions.  She essentially didn’t want to hear what I had done to reverse what she considered an incurable condition.

Is this healing a miracle?

It’s interesting to note that there are some dentists who treat gum disease and periodontal disease very effectively.  Their treatment protocol parallels the OraWellness self care system very closely.  Simply put, kill the bacteria that cause gum disease and follow a regular program of dental hygiene.  The tools the dentist uses to successfully treat periodontal disease in the office are extremely similar to the tools we use at home.

Whatever became of the experience?

At my most recent dental appointment with a new dentist, he said I have no signs of gum disease.  I knew that, but it’s always nice to hear it from an expert…

When God gives you lemons, make lemonade!  We realized that there were probably many people in the same position as I found myself who would benefit hearing about how I successfully stopped the damage of gum disease.  So we created OraWellness to help folks navigate to greater oral health in their own homes.

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The Lyme Diet

I highly recommend this book called The Lyme Diet. The book is a little pricey at $25 – $30 but it is packed with information. This book talks about what we should be eating while battling Lyme disease.I bought the book last year and I use it often.

This books talks about Gluten Free meals, Anti-inflammatory, Immune Support, Digestion, Hormone Balance, Detox, Alkaline Diet, fats to take with Mepron and much more. There is more to the book than just the diet.

In the later chapters there are suggestions for meals which can be helpful. Then there are chapters on recommended lab work and treatments. There is a great page on seafood and which fish have the most mercury levels. There are also pages on liver support, intestinal support, candida,  biofilm and more.

If you currently do not have an LLMD or Lyme doctor then this book may help to prepare you for treatment and suggest some things you can try now. The book is written by Nicola McFadzean, N.D. and she is a legit doctor.

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You can buy The Lyme Diet from these links:

http://www.lymebook.com/lyme-diet-book-nicola-mcfadzean-nd ($24.95)

Amazon ($29.95) or less

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After coming back from Coachella, I ended up battling a 2 week fever/cold. As soon as I felt mostly better, I was back in action and working non-stop between acting and my new job; it’s safe to say, I started pushing myself a bit too soon and kept feeling like I was about to get sick again.

After complaining to a friend, she told me about Elder Berry Extract.

This stuff is seriously amazing; if you take it when you’re about to get sick, it helps boost your immune system and stops the illness. If you take it when you are already sick, it helps speed up the process and you feel better sooner.

As soon as I started taking it, I felt completely better within the next 1-2 days.

Here is a little excerpt from Nature’s Answer‘s website:

The dark blue/black berries of this plant have many naturally-occurring nutritional substances such as Rutin, Quercetin (flavonoids) and Anthocyanins. Current research supports the long held beliefs about Elderberry’s health benefits on the body. Elderberry syrup has been traditionally used to help support the immune system, especially during the winter season or when experiencing extra stress.

So if you’re feeling a little run down, maybe a cold or flu sneaking up on you, give it a try!

I found mine ate whole foods, or it seems as though you can order online at Nature’s Answer.