Be Well My Friends

Joel Salatin (Polyface Farm Part 2)

2012-02-23T22:39:00.000-07:00

Here is part two of the video. Joel Salatin talks a little more about sustainable farming.

He talked about how he raises his chickens and rabbits, however, I was most interested in his very sophisticated way of raising rabbits. I'm gathering ideas and advice about raising certain kinds of livestock, rabbits happens to be one type of livestock I'm hoping to raise one day. Even thought the only thing I will be raising this year will be herbs and maybe a few vegetables, it never hurts to think ahead.

I really wish there were more farmers like Salatin around. I would buy food from him any day. Enjoy part two of the Polyface Farm video with Joel Salatin!

Joel Salatin

2012-02-23T14:07:00.000-07:00

I have a great admiration for Joel Salatin and his approach to farming. I wish that there were more farmers like him in America. In the following video he talks about sustainable farming (as he does in many other videos) and some of the pressure that he endured from the political corruption that is growing in our country (and worldwide). Salatin is the kind of farmer that we should be buying from because he knows how to raise high quality nutrient dense food.

I admit that I am a city slicker and a novice when it comes to gardening, however, I'm really looking forward to giving my garden a shot. I'm not looking to do anything spectacular this year since it is my first time, however, if I can successfully raise a few simple herbs like oregano, basil, thyme, stevia and other such, I will consider myself successful.

Enjoy the video!

American Meat

2012-02-22T13:03:00.001-07:00

This video is a trailer for a documentary called American Meat. So, there are farmers out there who KNOW how to raise good food. People in America want to be healthy, but either they don't have the skill to be healthy or they don't have the will to be healthy. I believe that the first step towards being healthy is to know where your food comes from. It's very sad and disturbing that even highly educated people really don't know. So many buy into the nonsense about how organic farmers just can't raise the crop yields that chemicals and biotech companies can. It is necessary to know that we are a VERY information impoverished nation.

I look forward to seeing the full presentation of American Meat. Joel Salatin is one of my favorite farmers and when I saw that he is in this presentation, I looked forward to seeing it even more. I love his approach to farming. Hopefully, one day I can post this presentation in full.

Coconut Oil

2012-02-22T00:13:00.000-07:00

I've posted before about how coconut is such a highly nutritious food. I've been making coconut kefirs and yogurts often because I feel so good after drinking/eating them. They are even medicinal. Recently, I ate a small amount of maple syrup and my body reacted as it would with refined sugar (I learned later that grade B may be better for me than grade A). I became slightly dizzy and fatigued. After one shot glass of coconut kefir the feeling went away immediately.

Coconut oil is the only oil that I ever cook with because more than one doctor regarded it as a highly recommended oil to cook with. I also use coconut oil on my hair and my skin. After watching this video I may use it in a raw pie recipe experiment. I have a high quality extra virgin coconut oil that was purchased in Jamaica. If I am going to eat the coconut oil raw, I believe that there is no other brand that I'd rather use.

Organic Farmers Challenge Monsanto in Landmark Suit

2012-02-21T13:13:00.001-07:00

I always enjoy seeing David and Goliath contests; especially knowing David will win despite his size! Brave small farmers (David) are going after corporate giant Monsanto (Goliath). That in itself is the picture of bravery as they empty their life savings fighting for what the Constitution promises not just them, but the rest of us who depend on them. It is incredibly inspiring and I do whatever I can to support the "David" side of this fight.

The picture below is for every "David" out there. It is a picture of tenacity and bravery. If this man could be THIS courageous you can too. His name is August Landmesser. Who is he? He's a man; just an ordinary man with extraordinary courage.

Someone posted this picture in facebook recently. Landmesser was sentenced to two years of hard labor for marrying a Jewish woman and in this picture he is the only one not doing the Nazi salute. It inspires me to see this. He knows that his nation turned against him and he decided not to submit to its tyranny.

Nor will we Monsanto! If August Landmesser can stand up to a force as frightening as Nazis, we can take a stand against you! I repeat you will not win!

Organic Farmers Challenge Monsanto in Landmark Suit - The ITT List

The NDAA: An Unconstitutional Act - Opinion - The Mac Weekly - Macalester College

2012-02-20T23:34:00.000-07:00

The NDAA scares me so much. I dare to believe that it won't last, for it is quite evidently unconstitutional. Proponents of NDAA keep it alive via lies and excuses I believe. I'm sorry to be so harsh, however, there is no truth behind an argument that supports both the NDAA and the Constitution since the two contradict each other so extremely.

The Bill of Rights very clearly states that everyone should have a right to a trial if arrested. Historically, people have been executed for crimes that they didn't commit, however, the chances of this happening today is very low thanks to the Constitution. The Constitution build room for the law to make mistakes; the NDAA has no such capacity. Once convicted under the NDAA you are guilty and there is no proving your innocence because there is no trial.

The NDAA: An Unconstitutional Act - Opinion - The Mac Weekly - Macalester College

Express.co.uk - Home of the Daily and Sunday Express | UK News :: Fury at vaccine scandal

2012-02-20T15:35:00.000-07:00

I found this to be very enlightening. I know that certain professionals, like doctors and nurses for example, MUST be vaccinated against certain diseases. If these professionals decide that they want to take it, that's one thing but the mandate can create issues. The article below, for example, is about hundreds of such professionals who have pretty serious health problems because of vaccines. Until the past year, I have never regarded vaccines as dangerous substances. After all of the research that I have done over the past year, I've learned that they can be safe; the pharmaceutical industry just chooses for it not to be. They have been warned of the dangers of thimerosal over and over again. Instead of taking it out of the vaccines they take it out of some so that people can feel safe taking them not realizing that SOME still contain thimerosal.

My husband recently had to get a tetanus shot. I asked the nurse if the shot had mercury in it (I asked her more than once actually) and she simply never answered me. They gave him the shot without informing us of what was in it. My husband tends to not worry about those things. It's sad that the industry keeps proving themselves untrustworthy but they still expect us to trust.

Express.co.uk - Home of the Daily and Sunday Express | UK News :: Fury at vaccine scandal

Traceability: Tracking from Farm to Fork

2012-02-19T10:23:00.001-07:00

I like the idea of having a tracking system for our food supply. I believe that if the farmer is a good responsible farmer then the tracking system could serve him. The farmer wins because he has an opportunity to gain some recognition from consumers; the consumer wins because it gives them an idea of where their food comes from; and the tracking company wins of course because their valuable service will grow quickly.

The only thing left is for Monsanto to label their nasty GMOs. Once that is in place, this could be the perfect system to tell the consumer which farms raise GMOs.

Traceability: Tracking from Farm to Fork

Floors

2012-02-17T17:04:00.000-07:00

Monocoat is a wood finish that I am researching. I may not use it for my raised beds, however, it could come in handy if my husband and I decide to go with wood floors.

Hubby and I have discussed wood floors as well as cork floors. There are things that I like about each. We may use one or the other in the future or we may use both. One for most of the house and the other for offices and the other bedrooms. We are still researching which is the best and weighing the pros and cons of both. I will post a follow up if we find anything new on this matter.

What Is It With Milk

2012-02-15T22:17:00.000-07:00

"Devil in Milk" is casein according to the presenter. Casein is in the milk that I drink, but because it's raw it doesn't bother me; even though I am supposed to be lactose intolerant. What this individual says about milk, however, is interesting. Why is it, all of a sudden, there are so many people who cannot digest milk well?

I agree that cows are suppose to eat grass. Many farmers feed their cows grain, even if it is a just little. "Grain finished" dairy and beef is very popular, but it isn't the best. This is why I've been searching for 100% grass fed beef and dairy products.

Organic Beef - Grass Fed Organic Beef - Buy Organic Beef

2012-02-15T12:50:00.002-07:00

I recently found out that Whole Foods grass fed beef (unless it says 100% grass fed) is grain finished. I'm not sure if ALL of the Whole Foods do this, but it is irritating that even trusted health food stores would weasel their way around the system like that. The prices certainly are high enough.

I'm still searching for a local beef farmer who raises 100% grass fed cows, but in the meantime, below is a site where you could order organic meats that include 100% grass fed beef.

Organic Beef - Grass Fed Organic Beef - Buy Organic Beef

ANH FEATURE: Dr Verkerk responds to detox skeptics

2012-02-14T08:53:00.002-07:00

Detoxification is doctor recommended, however, conventional practitioners don't usually know much about it. I remember when I first started fasting how really GOOD I felt. At the time I was finishing college and living at home. When my parents figured out what I was doing they were VERY worried. My father always seemed to believe that conventional methods of medicine were based on science, while alternative medicine was just some radical cult following based on some propagated belief. Ironically, it is quite the reverse!

ANH FEATURE: Dr Verkerk responds to detox skeptics

Dr. Mercola's Approach to Medicine.

2012-02-13T20:49:00.002-07:00

Dr. Mercola goes deeper talking about his approach to medicine and how it can clash with the media. All who stay current with alternative care methods and the position that Big Pharma takes on that subject understand why it clashes with the media.

What Dr. Mercola says in this video is very comforting in some ways. I have people in my life who regard themselves as scientists, but reject the world of alternative care. These scientists can sometimes criticize what I share to the point of condescension at times. According to Aurther Schopenhauer, that isn't exactly a bad thing. At the beginning of this video, Dr. Mercola explains why. Please watch and enjoy:

Wood Sealer

2012-02-13T10:34:00.001-07:00

I'm on the hunt for an eco-friendly wood sealer for the raised beds that I would like to create for my gardens this year. I found a few products that I like, however, I have many important questions about them.

One product that I like so far is called Cedarshield (the website is below). One reason why I like it is because there are only two ingredients in it. One is cedar oil, which I use in my house, and the other is silane fluid. I am still doing some research on what silane fluid is and how it is made. One site says that it is quartz rock, however, I'm not sure how they make it into liquid form so I am still doing research on it. I will post any and all answers that I find.

So far, I consider it one of my leading choices, however, I am still looking at other products such as those made from shellac. I like the fact that shellac itself is all natural (it's made from a bug), but I must admit that I'm not crazy about some of the stuff that is added to shellac. I will write an updated post if I find anything new. In the meantime questions are welcome; but comments, advice and furthermores are most especially welcome! I am still a student in the world of gardening and any insight from experienced gardeners is crucial for my growth.

Petri Wood | Cedar Shield | Cedarshield Deck and Fence treatment | Cedar Oil Wood Treatment | PetriWood Wood Sealer

The Edible Park

2012-02-11T20:19:00.000-07:00

This made me really miss California. I cannot wait to build my garden. I'm not a fan of the gray water tough. I'm not crazy about the fluoride and other substances that I'm sure aren't good for the plants. Gray water for flowers maybe, but not to water the stuff that I plan to eat.

February's Book

2012-02-11T10:01:00.000-07:00

Square Food Gardening by Mel Bartholomew is February's book of the month. It may seem VERY early to present a book about gardening in February, but I don't feel that is so. You may have snow on the ground like I do at this moment, but I still feel that now is the time to be thinking about your garden. Some may have even planted seedlings before the beginning of the month, but are raising them indoors until the weather gets warmer. I thought of doing this, but since this is my first garden, I feel the need to start slow this year and start in the spring or at least at the tail end of winter.

This book introduces a rather sophisticated way to garden. It's something that makes gardening manageable for beginners like me. I'm still trying to find wood that wasn't treated with chemicals to work with and a green (or eco-friendly) stain. I have a few ideas and will share them if they work out. In the meantime, I welcome suggestions; for again, I admit I am a beginner!

Food stamp bills seek to restrict junk food

2012-02-11T01:10:00.000-07:00

I thought that this was an interesting debate. I can't say which side I'm on really. Because restricting the type of foods that people could by is a hint of nannyism, I'm not crazy about the idea. At the same time, aren't the stamps better spent on real food? But then again, most Americans don't understand what real food is.

The one part of the article that made me shake my head was the confusion that the food industry loves to propagate and it's working. They brought up the same point that I'm asking which is "What is healthy food?" I've said so many times that low calorie food isn't what makes foods healthy, but the food industry argued "...there are no "clear standards" for what constitutes healthful food: by some measurements, diet soda, which is low in calories and sugar, could be considered "healthier" than orange juice." Diet soda healthier than orange juice?? The fact that someone tried to even compare the quality of health of the two beverages is pathetic! At least that statement confirms where all of the confusion about health comes from.

Food stamp bills seek to restrict junk food

HR 1060

2012-02-10T10:09:00.000-07:00

And now there is the HB 1060 bill. This bill is to license nutritionists; that means no one except "dietitians" could give nutritional information and advice. I have no problem with professionals doing their job, but in this particular case there is a huge problem. The problem is who will be doing the licensing and where will these professionals obtain their information? What about naturopathic nutritionists and dietitians or doctors, do they need to obtain their information from the same place? This law is specific to Colorado and thankfully, it was opposed. There are currently measures being taken to pass it, for example, it is being rewritten.

Please click HERE to see who sponsors the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly known as the American Dietetic Association or the ADA) Do THESE sponsors look like companies that look out for our health? It was the Agriculture Department officials actually stated "...by some measurements, diet soda, which is low in calories and sugar, could be considered 'healthier' than orange juice." (the full article will be posted tonight so that you, the reader, can see this statement in its full context).

Another link (click here) is to assure people like me that things will stay the same and that no one is trying to steal rights or businesses from bloggers, personal trainers and nutrition coaches. Well, I beg to differ; yes they will. We've been through this song and dance before with the Food Modernization Act, the NDAA and all that jazz! Today, parents run the risk of getting arrested for refusing to vaccinate their children because of these crazy laws made to "protect" us. These crazy laws are turning America into the Land of the Tyrannical rather than The Land of the Free that we sing about. My two great examples of that is the following:

"We consider health reform to have been an important battle and success of his [Obama] government."
-Fidel Castro

"Socialized medicine is the keystone in the arch of the socialist state"
-Vladimir Lenin

Really? Whatever happened to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness? Our government needs to back OFF and let us be adults and Americans! We should have the ability to choose how we want to live and be healthy especially since the information that is offered isn't always correct.

Aspartame has been Renamed and is Now Being Marketed as a Natural Sweetener

2012-02-09T23:32:00.000-07:00

Let's not be fooled by labeling ladies and gentlemen. There is no law regulating "all natural" labels. GMOs are soooo NOT all natural and neither is aspartame; but GMOs have been labeled as "all natural" and now so will aspartame. Monsanto, maker of aspartame, is known for lying to get people to buy their products. This wouldn't be the first time they would be guilty of willful deceit and, believe it, it won't be the last.

The article below talks about the new "natural" sweetener Aminosweet; but don't be fooled! It's aspartame!

Aspartame has been Renamed and is Now Being Marketed as a Natural Sweetener

Organic Milk Supply Facing Shortage

2012-02-09T11:37:00.000-07:00

This is perhaps one reason why so many people are getting milk directly from dairy farmers. I'm happy with the milk that my farmer provides for me. It's delicious and I feel good with it. I never knew how nutrient dense milk is! I'm mostly happy with the cultures that milk contains. I've been making it into yogurt a lot.

Organic milk is so much better than the conventional milk for certain. It's really sad how GMO alfalfa is messing things up for small farmers. The more they mess things up for small farmers, the more they mess things up for the rest of us as well.

Organic milk supply facing a shortage: wpri.com

I Tried the Gluten Free Pizza Crust!

2012-02-08T11:03:00.000-07:00

I finally tried this recipe that I posted last September. I couldn't believe how good it was! The way I made it, however, didn't include those spices that was put in the crust nor did I add salt so it came out bland. Other than that, however, it came out great! I'm going to make pizza tonight and I will use this recipe (only this time, I will add salt).

I've also played around with this recipe and combined with some ideas that a friend gave me I made several gluten free raw cookies and cakes that came out pretty good. I'll be sharing those recipes very soon in an upcoming post. Here is the gluten free pizza crust recipe again:

Violations

2012-02-06T22:13:00.000-07:00

This outright ticks me off. This mother has EVERY right to decide not to vaccinate her child. The state troopers had no business going to her house with CPS.

Obama, I've had it with you! Ron Paul, we need you very badly!

Interesting Discussion Part III

2012-02-06T10:02:00.000-07:00

What I didn't tell my reader/critic was that another reason why I don't agree that there would be an outbreak of disease without vaccines is because of the many outbreaks of disease that occur despite vaccinations. In Ohio, there was an outbreak of the chickenpox where 77% of all the sick kids were vaccinated for the chickenpox (so only about 23% of those kids had parents that were smart enough to save their time and money). So OBVIOUSLY that outbreak would have occurred with or without the vaccines.

So I'm going to answer his question in another way: He asked: "Wouldn't you agree without vaccines there could be a new outbreak of disease?" My answer is: Absolutely! But an outbreak would obviously occur WITH the vaccinations as well. Anyone could be vaccinated for the chickenpox, but in order to be immunized for the chickenpox it is better to catch the disease and preferably at a young age.

So what about the other diseases? Well, as I said in the last post, what America is REALLY suffering from is a lack of information.

Interesting Discussion Part II

2012-02-05T21:30:00.001-07:00

Once my new friend received my last reply he/she followed up with more questions and comments.

Individual:
Wouldn't you agree without vaccines there could be a new outbreak of disease?

But sure the thiomersal antiseptic in vaccines should perhaps be replaced with a more tested chemical. Not all vaccines contain thiomersal. Would you say it is a good idea to consult your doctor in cases where a vaccine is recommended as to the thiomersal content in the vaccines?

Be Well My Friends:
Answer to question #1: I can't say that there would or would not be another outbreak of disease without vaccines because a disease outbreak is often not from a lack of vaccine but a gross lack of information. My favorite example of this is influenza. The CDC website says that about 52,000 people died of both pneumonia and the flu in 2009. That leads people to fear influenza, probably enough to get a flu shot. What they don't know is that if the body is armed with enough vitamin D3, regular exercise, proper stress management skills, a diet that is low in sugar and high in dark leafy green vegetables and probiotics, the chance of catching the flu is extremely low; what they also don't know is that most of the 52,000 people in that particular category died of pneumonia which is a bacterial infection and the flu shot contains only viral cultures; what they also don't know is that only about 1000 people out of that 52,000 died of the flu (per Dr Sherri J Tenpenny, Dr Gary Null, Dr. Joseph Mercola and several doctors that have advised me personally such as Dr. Joseph Arvay and Dr. Chris Pellow). Most of the individuals who died from the flu were either elderly or immune compromised individuals and many, many MDs have strongly advised against immune compromised individuals taking flu shots or any other vaccine for that matter.

Knowing this information could prevent disease at least in the people who practice the mentioned science based methods of prevention that so many good physicians recommend.

Answer to question #2: Yes, I believe it is highly advisable that one should ALWAYS consult their doctors when it comes to any question about health. I've already asked my physician about which vaccines were necessary and his reply was "I am not a fan of vaccines." He educates his patients and leaves the decision of whether or not to vaccinate up to them. He tends to guide his patients to prevent diseases without the use of vaccines and quite successfully.

Interesting Discussion Part I

2012-02-05T09:13:00.000-07:00

I thought that I would post a very interesting discussion that I had with an individual on another site. It wasn't the first time that I had such a discussion on this topic. I stated something that prompted him to send me this email, but I'm not sure what I said. It must have been something that I said in one of my more passionate moments.

Individual:
Why should I believe that vaccines kill people more than save them? Where is this shown?

Be Well My Friends:
I kindly beg your pardon, but I'm sure I didn't say that you "should" believe anything. When I do research, if I find something to be true and important; I share it. If the receiver is wise, they would do further research to confirm or refute the information that I've bestowed.

If you are genuinely curious about how I knew what I shared, I'd be happy to share one source. I will not, however, waste my time sharing others unless I know that you are truly open. If you Google the Vaccine Information Center, which was founded by a woman (Barbara Loe Fisher) who has a son who experienced a serious vaccine injury, you will find much information (both good and bad) about vaccines. This site is where many distraught parents run to... once their babies have been injured or killed by vaccines that is.

If, however, you'd rather go on believing that they are as safe as the media says I have nothing more to say except good luck to you! :-)

66 Things You Can Grow At Home: In Containers, Without a Garden - Planet Green

2012-02-03T22:50:00.001-07:00

The following article fuels my desire for a home garden. I'm really looking forward to the weather getting warmer. I believe that gardening will add so much to my life. I love the idea of raising my own food. Now that I know how to pickle food, I am all the more excited about having a garden because nothing will go to waste.

I will be using some of the tips in this article, however, some I may not use in the near future. My living environment may be a bit too dry for some of the tropical trees that I desire so desperately. As far as growing greens; I'm ALL OVER that idea!

I hope you learn from and enjoy the following article as much as I did:

66 Things You Can Grow At Home: In Containers, Without a Garden - Planet Green

Court rules organic farmers can sue conventional, GMO farmers whose pesticides 'trespass' and contaminate their fields

2012-02-03T13:14:00.000-07:00

This was VERY encouraging. I was longing to hear some good news about the battle for health freedom. Perhaps this victory was partially a result of the numbers of small farmers who were courageous enough to go after Monsanto. I know in many ways these small farmers didn't have much of a choice, but it was courageous nonetheless. There were some that didn't know what else to do but take Monsanto's abuse and for those farmers, I understand and empathize. Believe me, your loss was mine as well. Even if I don't feel it as intensely as you do in the moment; knowing your loss will hit us all between the eyes in the future if the abuse doesn't stop is enough to make me lose just as much sleep at night.

To all of the small farmers who fought, however, I say the following to you: I don't take what you are doing lightly. I don't take trying to raise crops or livestock lightly nor do I take your going after Monsanto lightly. You are brave and you are my heroes; all 270,000+ of you! You will be a BIG part of the reason why we will have the opportunity to eat real food one day and for that I offer you my utter appreciation and gratitude!

Court rules organic farmers can sue conventional, GMO farmers whose pesticides 'trespass' and contaminate their fields

Vacccine "Effectiveness"

2012-02-03T01:08:00.002-07:00

It's very difficult to say which vaccines are good. Unfortunately, with the thimerosal in vaccines, I believe they are all more harm than good.

This video gives great information about vaccines including ways to help the body fight disease without the use of vaccines. Vitamin D3 was mentioned and what was said is very consistent with what all of my doctors teach me. She even made a point about why people may get sick in the winter. There isn't as much sun in the winter and the sun is the BEST source of D3. There are other ways to acquire D3 and those supplements are available in health food stores. "Now" brand is usually of great quality. The D3 supplement that I take was supplied to me by my doctor and in my opinion that is best; but I would probably place my buck on the Now brand if what I take now ever becomes unavailable.

I produced a link to amazon so that you could purchase D3 supplements if you wish. Again, they are also available at health food stores, just be sure to purchase D3 specifically and not just a vitamin D supplement.

Stay in good health my friends, for this winter is almost over!

Good Food vs. Bad Food - NaturalNews.tv

2012-02-02T11:48:00.004-07:00

I would like to openly confess that there was once a time when I believed in the lies about Mike Adams (aka the Health Ranger) being fraudulent. Even though I never contributed to spreading this lie, I tended to stay away from his site and literature for a long time. The more I actually read his articles and watch his videos, the more I see that I am on the same page as he is. How he presented the NDAA was done beautifully, and I applaud his passion, efforts and drive.

Mike Adams, even though you will probably never read this post, I would like to say this: I was wrong, I'm sorry and I am grateful for all that you've done and continue to do.

I felt like posting something that is light and fun today so I chose the following video. This video, presented by Mike Adams and Jonathan Landsman, provides fundamental information about good foods and bad foods. This is one area, however, where I must disagree with the Health Ranger. There is no bad food. There is food and then there is a toxic substance that is either mixed with food (making it food no longer) or made to look and taste like food. Food is something that provides nourishment for the body, even if it is a snack or dessert. Even with this difference of opinion, I still enjoyed this video. I hope you enjoy it too; watch:

Good Food vs. Bad Food - NaturalNews.tv

Personal Fears

2012-02-01T18:28:00.000-07:00

I know that I've been more inconsistent than ever with this blog recently. I apologize for that and with my apology I will give an explanation.

Monsanto has made some frightening moves, and quite honestly, so has our government. Despite everything he says, Obama is obviously in favor of big government. There are many who are in favor of big government because it makes them feel safe or taken care of, but quite honestly I feel that it is crippling our nation. The problem with big government is someone else will decide what is "safe" for you and as a result, your choices as well as others will be limited. The people of the US who are in favor of big government will continue to be in favor of it until they see their own rights being taken away by the same government that they fought to implement. I am one who would like to feel safe too, but I've learned why it is a horrible idea to ask the government to provide the safety that I want beyond certain exceptions, for example, 911 services. Airport TSA is an example of safety measures gone too far and so are all of the laws against the sales of raw milk.

I've become very much afraid of being a health freedom activist. I stay on top of what is going on, and I will equip my readers with the information that I know, but I do it fearfully. With NDAA and now this new group of hackers who have overtly expressed their dislike for Monsanto, I feel that I am placed in a very precarious position. I will continue to fight Monsanto (within the law of course) and I encourage others to do the same.

Dr. Oz and Vaccines

2012-02-01T13:19:00.003-07:00

Since I've heard Dr. Oz's talk on the dangers of sugar, I began to respect him and I've even watched his show a couple of times. I don't agree with everything that he says, however, his show does offer information about disease prevention and boosting one's health that have been consistent with what more trusted sources offer and I've since then put them into practice. One area where I passionately disagreed with him was the show he gave about getting flu shots. If there are ANY vaccines that you could take off the schedule as far as what more trusted sources told me, it's the flu shot. Dr. Oz got his flu shot taken right on his show, yet in this video he makes it clear that his four children WILL NOT BE VACCINATED.

The person who made this video is evidently trying to nail Dr. Oz to the wall, but I don't judge him for this display of hypocrisy. I feel that it is important to keep in mind the people who control his show are the same people who have power over his medical license and they even have some power within the government thought lobbyists. Big Pharma is watching him closely, so unfortunately what is rightfully their shame and hypocrisy falls on Dr. Oz's head. I actually knew that Dr. Oz couldn't possibly believe everything he says on his show nor could he give all of the information that he knows; but his options are to keep the show running and equip the people with as much correct info as possible, or shut the show down and further limit our claim over our own health.

Personally, I want to thank Dr. Oz for all that he has accomplished so far and I will continue to post links to his site when he gives shows that could change lives for the best! I will not post his views on things like vaccines with the exceptions of videos like the one below because I now know that they aren't actually his views. If they were, he would vaccinate his four children.

The Face Of An Enemy

2012-01-31T23:56:00.000-07:00

I guess there really are evil people who are trying to commit genocide. My husband and I really truly believed that Bill Gates at least believed that he was doing a good thing by donating money to vaccine research.

At least now we know one of the conspirators.

Frightening Disturbing Disgusting

2012-01-31T23:40:00.000-07:00

The belief that there are people who want to decrease the world population by controlling the government and poisoning people is a frightening notion. The more I keep telling myself that I need more proof of a conspiracy, the more proof I receive. Unexplainable proposals and implementations like Agent Orange corn, okaying the use of aspartame but demonizing the consumption of raw milk, suggesting that naturopathic medicine isn't a science based practice but mandating vaccinations even though it often results in illness and death not to mention talking big about protecting the people while rubber stamping GMO sales without safety testing are pieces of evidence that something eerily strange is happening. If what Dr. Rima Laibow said about Codex Alimentarious is true, (and I don't want to believe that it is, but I keep getting evidence that it very well may be), then this world truly is in trouble and I hope more than ever that Ron Paul is elected.

The following video made my jaw just drop. What does Bill Gates mean by saying that vaccines, healthcare and reproductive health services are working by keeping the population low? I thought that the people who pushed it at least BELIEVED that it was to keep us healthy. What he said was frightening, disturbing and disgusting; but if you are a health freedom activist, YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS!

Beware of The Crystal

2012-01-31T10:05:00.001-07:00

I've been using this deodorant for many, many years. I started using natural deodorants to avoid aluminum. Believing that this was just simple mineral salts, I chose this one since it seemed effective and yet gentle. I just discovered very recently how wrong I was about this product. This deodorant is NOT aluminum free. Potassium alum sulfate is aluminum. Beware of

The aluminum is natural, however, it is still aluminum and still functions as a toxin in the body. It can still contribute to Alzheimer's disease like aluminum. When I learned this, I had hoped that the roll-on alone contained it, but I was evidently wrong. So far, it looks as though ALL of the Crystal products contain Potassium alum.

I will be looking for a new deodorant TODAY in fact. I'm sad because I just bought a new roll-on a few days ago. If only I found out about this sooner.

Dr. Paul Connett

2012-01-30T23:33:00.001-07:00

Here is yet another presentation given by Dr. Paul Connett. This is a more complete presentation that touches on the most important points in the book. It's very disturbing, but the information is great to know.

It is an hour long so grab your organic pop corn and bunny slippers again.

Tell Obama to Cease FDA Ties to Monsanto

2012-01-30T11:57:00.000-07:00

Please click on the link and sign the petition to tell Obama to Cease FDA ties to Monsanto. I am so tired of these bullies!

I used to believe that the conspiracy theories were silly or a bit extreme (but even then I could see why people thought that it was true... ironically). I'm not so sure what I believe anymore. For example, HOW DID Michael Taylor get a position with the FDA without anyone questioning a conflict of interest? I often wonder if it was carelessness or if it was planned. Because of a consistent lack of good answers that measure up, I'm starting to believe the latter. Trust me when I say that I don't want to believe it; for if it is true, things look pretty frightening right now.

I hope all who read this fight with me!

Artificial Sweetener Disease; a new breed of sickness Part II

2012-01-29T14:32:00.000-07:00

I almost shed tears over this video. I have a loved one who still drinks multiple diet sodas per day habitually. She has some rather serious symptoms that the Part I article that I've presented talks about too which scares me greatly. I know that telling her to stop wouldn't do anything, but I do hope that one day I can talk about it long enough for her to hear me so that she can make more informed decisions about it in the future.

Ron Paul and Vaccinations

2012-01-25T22:32:00.000-07:00

Because he was a former physician, it doesn't surprise me that Ron Paul sees some favor in vaccinations. I'm not against anyone who feels that some, most or all vaccines are good even if I know better. I am against those who try to SCARE, PRESSURE or FORCE parents to vaccinate their children. I want to be able to make an informed choice about vaccines. I want to be able to get correct and useful information about health. I'm sick of the health propaganda and I'm sick of the cover ups.

Paul has his opinions and another reason why I want him in office so badly is because he will allow the people to have their opinions.

Artificial Sweetener Disease; a new breed of sickness

2012-01-25T13:53:00.000-07:00

My husband was an artificial sweetener consumer... or should I say addict. The more I read about artificial sweeteners, the happier I am for talking him out of consuming that stuff.

Addictions are never easy to deal with. The person really needs to want to stop relying on substances, but often addicts don't want this. My husband greatly disliked the idea of being addicted to anything enough to stop consuming artificial sweeteners cold turkey. For this, I couldn't be prouder of him because I know it was difficult. He went through a number of withdrawal symptoms for a few months and I know that couldn't have been a good time for him. His diet has been free from artificial sweeteners for a few years now.

Artificial sweeteners are the highway to disease and death like all other addictive substances. If you are an artificial sweetener addict, please think about doing whatever is necessary to quit... NOW!

Artificial Sweetener Disease; a new breed of sickness

Monsanto Admittedly Influences Colorado GMO Ban, Launches Phony ‘GMO Co-Existence’ Protests

2012-01-24T13:48:00.000-07:00

It scares me that Monsanto got away with such a slimy move. Will this never end? All I could do is go on hoping that Ron Paul is elected and if he isn't, then I hope that the government will listen to what the people want someday soon so that we could have some defense against Monsanto's bullying.

Monsanto Admittedly Influences Colorado GMO Ban, Launches Phony ‘GMO Co-Existence’ Protests

Health Professionals and Fluoridation

2012-01-23T12:05:00.000-07:00

Health professionals that keep up with new and correct information on health tend to be (or become) opponents of water fluoridation. With so many health professionals pushing the government to stop this unnecessary and precarious practice, one must wonder why it is still being done.

GMOs Panacea or Poison

2012-01-23T00:06:00.001-07:00

The title of this presentation is a question that we all know the answer to. If you are one who is in doubt the first few words of the film should answer a bunch of questions.

Monsanto has tried to lead us to believe that GMOs are a panacea. They tried to lead us to believe that GMOs will fix world hunger, that poor farmers in India can prosper, that it is the answer to feeding the increase in population and so on. So far, it has created world hunger, poor farmers in India found themselves so far in debt that thousands committed suicide and as for the bigger crop yields that are suppose to feed all of us; there are actually fields of GMOs that are self destructing because of superweeds, superbugs and super botanical diseases. But if you are someone who would rather trust a company who has habitually lied, cheated and killed over the past 5 or six decades, that is your God given right to do so. You may want to get some more information though. Below is a video that gives some of very important facts.

This is one of those long films where you may want to whip out your nori snacks and bunny slippers. Enjoy!

Grain

2012-01-22T14:15:00.000-07:00

Because of this high protein diet fad, I don't hear very much about the nutritional benefits of grain. Bread may not be the best way to acquire the nutrients of grain. If it is made from whole grain and not just the gluten from the grain, then it could actually be very high in vitamins especially if it was cooked in low temperatures; in other words it would be considered "raw bread" if cooked under 200 degrees Fahrenheit.

Buckwheat, for example, is very nutrient dense food that's high in B vitamins and magnesium which are two nutrients that I myself must increase in my diet. Like millet, buckwheat is more of a fruit seed than a grain; but I've made porridge from both millet and buckwheat. In fact, I make porridge from most grains; buckwheat, millet, steal cut oats, amaranth, cornmeal and even barley; however barley I'll use more in rice pilafs.

Real food is never bad for health. The only exception to that rule is if one has an illness or a sensitivity and must stay away from certain foods temporarily or otherwise. For example, I've had to stay away from honey and maple when I was on a yeast free diet. Honey and maple are sugary foods and should be eaten in moderation but they are still foods non the less. I will advise anyone to eat food if it will feed their bodies and make them healthy.

Power Of Media

2012-01-19T13:58:00.000-07:00

I love how the media treated the best possible man for the job like he didn't exist! Ron Paul is gaining much more media attention now, but it's good to know about what was done so that we understand how the media operates. They treated him the same way they treat the information about GMOs being cancer causing substances. If he becomes president, I believe he will revolutionize government forever. While the non supporters have little to go on except calling him silly names and holding racial words he never wrote against him, he comes back at all of his critics with hard core facts; history, statistics, names, dates and dare I say "I told you so's"!

Paul isn't a fan of big corporations corrupting the government and taking away the people's right to make choices. Monsanto and Big Pharma must have been sweating bullets over him and they have so much influence over media as well as the government; but they know they won't if Paul is elected. I'm really excited over the way he is gaining popularity, it's beautiful! Even if he doesn't win the race, he left an impression on many and he gave us all something to think about. For example, why are we going against the Constitution? NDAA defies what the rights the Constitution gave us and so does forcing vaccinations on babies and young children when a parent clearly refused.

This video made me laugh, but it also drove a point home. The media is scared of Paul because the people who control the media know that their propaganda may be brought to light if he is elected.

GO RON PAUL!!

Balance

2012-01-18T22:28:00.000-07:00

I've been so involved in doing everything that I can for the sake of America's health freedom that I've been sacrificing things that maybe I shouldn't be sacrificing. Things may not go the way that I would like for them to, but that doesn't mean that I should stop hoping. What Monsanto is doing to our nation has made me very sad and very desperate for a change.

I believe I made it crystal clear that I'm a Ron Paul supporter, but I may not have made it clear why. He knows stats, history, numbers, dollars and cents and he knows about healthcare (as a former physician). He knows the the WHO doesn't advocate health regardless of what they want for us to believe. He predicted quite accurately what would happen when the government made precarious moves in the past. He is one of few who can heal the wounds and ills of this country's fiscal system which will have a direct effect on everything that we fight for, since the monsters that we fight against are after money and governmental power.

There is a toxic effect that occurs in me by just learning about what Monsanto wants to implement. When I learned about NDAA and Agent Orange corn, for example, it scared me senseless. I don't want to give up hope, but I don't want to literally be scared sick either. I want to find balance. I want to be involved enough so that I'm a part of the resolution, but I'm tired of being so involved that I cry at night. What Monsanto is doing hurts, but I know we will beat them. I just need to find balance so that I can still have a life as I fight for the justice that is slowly being taken away from us.

National Defense Authorization Act

2012-01-18T12:15:00.000-07:00

What does the NDAA mean for Americans... really? Well, we know about what happened to Will Potter. If not, read the article And Then They Came for the Food Activists presented by the OCA. Well, I'm sure that most of congress had worries about Al Qaeda on the brain when they voted for the NDAA. Because Al Qaeda wasn't specified in the law, it became a slippery slope for all of us. Will Potter wasn't a part of Al Qaeda, he was simply an animal activist. Now, I love animals as much as the next person, but I wouldn't deem myself as an animal activist. I do strongly feel, however, that exercising a Constitutional right is something that we should all be able to do. I don't advocate protests that cause disruption, but pamphlets and demonstrations are done to educate without being disruptive. No one is hurting anyone that way and those are messages that shouldn't be censored by the law; regulated... okay, but censored, no.

Basically, anyone who is deemed a terrorist can be arrested and detained indefinitely without a lawyer under NDAA. If you are one of the people who are "for" this law, well, you better remember Will Potter and hope that no one finds a reason to label you as a terrorist.

GMO Right 2 Know Petition Update—We’ve Passed the 400,000 Mark

2012-01-16T17:05:00.000-07:00

Here is some VERY good news about the movement to have GMOs labeled. There are so many people who want GMOs labeled and this is always good news. Hopefully there is enough of our democratic principles and philosophies to force Monsanto to listen.

GMO Right 2 Know Petition Update—We’ve Passed the 400,000 Mark

Farmageddon

2012-01-13T23:58:00.001-07:00

I love the name that this filmmaker chose for her film. "Farmageddon" is yet another cry from farmers who try to make a living selling products that would otherwise sell really well. This is just a preview, I'm not sure when the movie will be out.

Ron Paul, we need you to help these farmers win their liberty back. Please make it into office!

Voter Suppression Now???

2012-01-13T11:00:00.003-07:00

Brokaw, Wisconsin now has a voter ID law in place. So this means that if people don't have specific kinds of ID available, they cannot vote. This is utterly ridiculous! What is going on in America? Why are so many rights being stolen from our people by a government that keeps saying they are trying to protect us?

To address what this has to do with health, Wisconsin is also the state where no one is entitled to drink raw milk even if it is from their own cows. People can no longer vote for or against leaders or laws that will allow them health choices that they have the right to. Even though this isn't happening in my state, I'm still appalled and completely against this. How DARE they do this to the American people!?!?!

Wake up America! This isn't just about the regulation of supplements or the safety of food anymore. It's about a corrupted government trying to convince you that they are trying to protect you when they are, in truth, stealing your rights! It's about American citizens who are NO LONGER ENTITLED TO VOTE in Wisconsin. I hope every eye that sees this video sees that there is something very wrong with this.

Erroneous Attributions

2012-01-11T18:34:00.001-07:00

We are so mistaken when we attribute health to low calorie diets and exercise. Not that I don't advocate proper eating habits and exercise, but not the way we do it. Low fat cakes and cookies are seen as "healthy" but no one who supports this idea will bother to look at the ingredients.

Feeding your body entails giving nutrients to all the organs, tissues and even at a cellular level. The body can't do without nutrients. For example, fat is a nutrient; cell walls are made of fat. For decades fat has had a bad rep; coconut oil is a great example of this. Now people realize that coconut is a superfood and coconut is in demand. Depriving the body of nutrients like fat will cause the body to starve and get sick. Replacing nourishing fat with something like trans fats or other toxins will also cause the body to starve or get sick. People misunderstand the idea of "feeding" themselves and it has led us to a place where we don't even understand the concept of health anymore.

Health means something entirely different to me. Health is fundamental in life. If one isn't healthy, the quality of one's life will plummet dramatically depending on how much impact one's illness has on one's life. Those of us who can walk take advantage of the fact that we have legs, but what happens when they don't work as they do always? Suddenly, doing something as simple as going to the bathroom seems like a hike! The sooner we change our attitude toward health, the happier and healthier our bodies will be.

GMO Giant Monsanto Will Soon Be Allowed To Police Itself | Natural Society

2012-01-11T11:30:00.001-07:00

And this is where things are getting way, way out of hand. Imagine a world where a company who has lied, cheated and killed for decades has the privilege of policing itself. How are we allowing this to happen??? Is it the people or is it political corruption?

No matter how we fight against these things the attack on supplements despite DSHEA, the so-called partially GMO Boulder which I'm still upset about, I mean, where is this going to end? How long are people who care about their health going to be crying out that the government simply isn't being fair?

Enjor the article below:

GMO Giant Monsanto Will Soon Be Allowed To Police Itself | Natural Society

R.I.P. Bill of Rights 1789 - 2011 (Part II)

2012-01-10T18:01:00.000-07:00

I didn't despair when I read the bad news in the featured article. I believe that the enemy may have won some big battles, but they will NOT win this war!! I have the right to choose my path to health.

I was so incredibly impressed by this Charlie Chaplain video. I wish I could meet the individual who wrote his speech. I dare to believe that 2012 is the year of the dreamers. I dare to believe that the health freedom movement will win the war and if we don't win it this year, then this is the year that we will be well on our way.

Enjoy what Chaplain has to say, but then Take Action!!!

Leading Causes Of Death (Part II)

2012-01-10T17:34:00.000-07:00

I want to talk about item number 8. It's interesting that Pneumonia and influenza were put in the same category. Not as many people died of influenza as people think. According to Dr. Mercola less than 1000 people died of influenza.

1. Heart disease: 616,067
2. Cancer: 562,875
3. Stroke (cerebrovascular diseases): 135,952
4. Chronic lower respiratory diseases: 127,924
5. Accidents (unintentional injuries): 123,706
6. Alzheimer's disease: 74,632
7. Diabetes: 71,382
8. Influenza and Pneumonia: 52,717
9. Nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and nephrosis: 46,448
10. Septicemia: 34,828

Leading Causes Of Death

2012-01-09T19:21:00.000-07:00

I was discussing the dangers of GMOs and trans fats with someone who commented that he does not see people around him dropping dead of cancer.

According to several doctors (including Joseph Mercola, Mehmet Oz, Robert Lustig...), refined sugar (a common GMO unless from sugar cane) is a primary contributor to heart disease, cancer, diabetes and high blood pressure. There are over half a million people who died of cancer in 2009 alone. Over another half million people died of heart disease. The list below are the leading causes of death in the US in 2009 according to the CDC. What this means is that over a million people died of preventable illnesses in 2009 alone! So let's stop pretending; poor diets can kill.

1. Heart disease: 616,067
2. Cancer: 562,875
3. Stroke (cerebrovascular diseases): 135,952
4. Chronic lower respiratory diseases: 127,924
5. Accidents (unintentional injuries): 123,706
6. Alzheimer's disease: 74,632
7. Diabetes: 71,382
8. Influenza and Pneumonia: 52,717
9. Nephritis, nephrotic syndrome, and nephrosis: 46,448
10. Septicemia: 34,828

More Info About Fluoride

2012-01-09T15:04:00.000-07:00

There is so much information about how bad water fluoridation is for health and why. Unlike much of the information that I give on this blog, the fact that fluoride is bad for everything in the body is not a secret. Many doctors are against this practice.

Regardless of all of the information out there, people still drink tap water or worse, mix that stuff in with baby formula! This practice absolutely astounds me! Think of what you are feeding your baby; arsenic, hazardous waste, heavy metals. Does one really have to wonder if tap water is partially responsible for decreasing IQ? Does one need to wonder why education has declined so drastically in the last few decades? How can we learn with all of this junk in our systems and clogging our brains?
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The following is yet more information about fluoride and yet another doctor who is against the practice of water fluoridation.

Info About December's/January's Book Part II

2012-01-07T23:38:00.000-07:00

Here is Dr. Connett on how water fluoridation is unethical. Much of this lecture is right out of the book.

Many people don't realize that the fluoride compound used in water is a drug. Sodium fluoride is a naturally occurring substance, however, it is best not to ingest so much of it. The water fluoridation, however isn't all sodium fluoride. 10% of water fluoridation is sodium fluoride and 90% is hexafluorosilicic acid.

Info About December's/January's Book Part I

2012-01-07T12:34:00.000-07:00

Dr. Paul Connet is one of the many different authors for December/January's book A Case Against Fluoride. I felt that showing his presentation will give you an idea of what the book is about. This four part presentation gives so much information about fluoride all of which is addressed in the book. The book, of course, give far more detailed information.

Enjoy the presentation:

R.I.P. Bill of Rights 1789 - 2011 (Part I)

2012-01-07T12:27:00.037-07:00

What the article below is referring to is the new NDAA also known as the National Defense Authorization Act. The ACLU maps it out a little better for the public (click on purple links to find out more). It's very difficult to find the area of the document that spells out what this law means for us as citizens of the United States (not because of the vernacular as much as the amount of information that is needed to explain it).

Don't be fooled, this new NDAA doesn't just concern activists. It concerns anyone who exercises their Constitutional rights even if they aren't being disruptive to anyone. We need to wake up and fight this America! If you are a peaceful citizen like me, you too could be a victim of this law if some evil individual doesn't like the way that you blink! All they need to do is call you a terrorist and you could be detained indefinitely without a trial. Things are getting scarier and scarier in the USA.

Take Action!!

R.I.P. Bill of Rights 1789 - 2011

No Agent Orange Corn! Part III

2012-01-06T23:26:00.000-07:00

No Agent Orange Corn!

No Agent Orange Corn! Part II

2012-01-06T12:48:00.000-07:00

Vietnam is still trying to sue the US, Dow and Monsanto for poisoning their land with Agent Orange.

Now Monsanto wants the USDA to approve their Agent Orange resistant corn?? Until now, I still didn't want to believe in the whole genocide theory, but what else am I to think if the USDA is really considering this? They must know that Agent Orange contains dioxin and that dioxin kills and the lucky people end up like the poor Vietnamese girl in the video below. Will the government take responsibility for the people that end up with grotesque deformities and that may need lifelong medical care? Monsanto certainly won't! They don't even take responsibility for the superbugs, superweeds and the CCD that their frankenfood caused why should they take responsibility for something far worse? If you are disgusted by what you see in the video, then click on the link below and say NO to Agent Orange corn!

The sound malfunctioned in the second part of the video but the unheard part will be posted in part III WITH the sound.

No Agent Orange Corn!

No Agent Orange Corn!

2012-01-05T19:03:00.007-07:00

When I first read that Monsanto was thinking of creating a GMO corn that was Agent Orange resistant, I really thought that it was a hoax. Now that I'm seeing the OCA asking for us to fight this, I'm now just plain frightened.

The next two posts will show more videos of what Agent Orange has done and what it can do if this is approved. In the meantime, I am begging health freedom activists, mothers and fathers, future mothers and fathers and everyone who cares anything about their own health to please click on the link below the video and/or do what you can to prevent this from happening. If you can read this, or if you can hear this as someone reads it to you, this is your problem too. Please, click on the link, fight and share!

No Agent Orange Corn!

The Power of Gardening

2012-01-05T16:51:00.000-07:00

I believe that gardening could play a HUGE role in healing a variety of ills. I believe that most people going hungry in the world today, for example, could feed entire communities for a lifetime if they had some seeds, fertile soil and some skills. Unfortunately, there are corporate monsters who would prefer to be the answer to all of those problems so they lead us (rather, mislead us) to believe that gardening can't do anything. This disgusts me beyond words because it is a lie.

Soil and seed are very powerful commodities; perhaps among the most powerful commodities that anyone could posses. Both farmers and gardeners are my heroes in this world and we could all take lessons from what they know. They are the ones who have the power to save the world from a variety of fiascoes that are only made worse with political corruption instead of simple gardening skills and programs.

I hope that our next president has the will, passion and courage to defend the constitution. I tell everyone that this is the year of the dreamers. That means all who dream of their health freedom.

Floridians Face Genetically Engineered Mosquito Threat

2012-01-05T00:23:00.000-07:00

This disturbs me tremendously. I love warm climates, however, Florida was never my first choice for personal reasons. The fact that they are looking to release genetically altered mosquitoes in Florida makes me happy that I don't live there, but also makes me feel horrible for the residents.

Maybe this plan will prove effective, I don't know. My qualms with it are 1. Did they thoroughly test these bugs? 2. Did Florida get to vote on this? 3. Did the company inform residents of the risks?

Why does the government insist on shoving their "help" down people's throats and when are they going to learn to ask if we even need their help before implementing a plan that is impossible to cancel or take back if it goes awry???

Floridians face genetically engineered mosquito threat

Growing Population

2012-01-04T12:32:00.001-07:00

I've heard the arguments about the growing population and about how there isn't enough food to go around, however, I don't believe that it has to be that way.

I believe that the problem has nothing to do with agriculture or weak crop yields. One can make an argument that can certainly make it look that way, however, as a society, our skills in sustainability are very, very weak. I too am still learning how to live more sustainably. Everyday I try to decrease the amount of stuff that I put in the trash by recycling and composting. I've learned to eat real food in a fast paced world and I've learned many other things, however, I am still learning. I commend all who grow their own food and I'm trying to head in that direction as well.

I'm not saying that we could solve the problem overnight and I understand that there are some that will be set in their ways no matter how much it hurts them or others, however, I choose to be a part of what will heal the problem in the future nonetheless.

January's Book Of The Month

2012-01-03T11:45:00.001-07:00

January's book will be the same as last month. I feel like I didn't have time to talk about it or anything else because of my illness that kept me away for 3 weeks. I would like the chance to make up for it. Here again is "A Case Against Fluoride" which is full of information about why it is NOT good for teeth and gums and should be avoided at all cost.

Get Educated, Stary Informed and Shop Smart!

2012-01-02T14:44:00.000-07:00

I found that the pointers in the featured article were good for me to know because I'm always trying to educate others about GMOs. They are bad for heath, politics and the economy. The link below, however, provides an article that really says it all.

Please read; get educated, stay informed and shop smart.

How to Win a GMO Debate: 10 Facts Why GM Food Is Bad

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

2012-01-01T01:39:00.000-07:00

I want to wish everyone a happy and prosperous new year. I wish everyone great health and health freedom in 2012!

Happy New Year!

School Field Trip Tour of Slaughterhouse Traumatizes Children

2011-12-31T13:20:00.002-07:00

I found this article and decided to post it as the best example of how you do NOT teach a child about food! Scare tactics aren't the best tool for everyone. I'm not sure if that was the teacher's intent. If it was, however, then he succeeded in scaring his fifth graders senseless. There are more effective ways to teach our children that are far less gruesome. My heart goes out to the kids and the parents.

I still feel that it is interesting how the fifth grade class reacted to what happens in the beef slaughterhouse. I honestly wonder if any of these kids will become vegetarian after what they've witnessed. If it was the teacher's intent to make vegetarians, then that teacher was wrong! Either way, I find this article upsetting.

School Field Trip Tour of Slaughterhouse Traumatizes Children

Stop Frankenfish!

2011-12-31T01:42:00.001-07:00

I really love BWMFs, but I must admit that the information that I learn about can sometimes be VERY discouraging and frustrating.

I am so tired of the bully politicians literally forcing things down our throat. If these biotech people want to eat their frankenfish, for example, fine! Keep it in your own tank, but leave the rest of us out of it! The company should be fighting to convince us that their frankenfish is a good idea, we should NOT have to be fighting the system to get rid of them!

Please, please click on the link below and fight for your health freedom! Take action against the frankenfish!

Stop Frankenfish!

Eating Animals - The Atlantic

2011-12-30T11:07:00.000-07:00

I apologize to all of the vegans and raw food vegans who are so fervently passionate about not eating animal products. I promise, this article is not to offend you or anyone else.

I, myself, was a vegetarian once. I admit that I wasn't a hard core vegan, however, there was a time when eliminating meat from my diet did my body so much good. I felt lighter, I felt that I had more energy after two weeks of no meat in my diet. Perhaps I ate too much meat before, perhaps my body went through a phase where it needed time away from meat or perhaps meat and my body simply went through an aversion period; I don't know. Sometimes I even wonder if it had something to do with the poor quality of conventional meat. I don't believe I'll ever know why eliminating meat from my diet was necessary, but back then it was none the less. After a few years of this, my body started to need meat again. I actually started having dreams about eating steak. Luckily, I was very close to a time when organic grass fed beef was available to me. In about three years after that period, I became a meat eater once again.

I still commend vegetarians and vegans. For even as a meat eater, I support a movement that you all give generously to every time you eat. Every time vegans eat, you vote against factory farming and raising sickly animals who are abused and drugged. It's hard to believe that people actually eat that sickly meat. It's disgusting to think of the fact that I ate that sickly meat! I am just as against that part of meat eating as most of you. I march next to you in that fight even though there are other areas where we may disagree.

I still have my occasional days when I eat nothing except vegetarian meals. In fact, the dinner that I prepare for my house is mostly vegan. But I do have carnivorous meals occasionally. I just make sure I serve my family clean, healthy meat; which is partly the point of the article below.

Eating Animals - The Atlantic

Reflection on "Some Lessons From Declining Childhood Obesity in New York "

2011-12-28T13:37:00.001-07:00

Education has declined in this country. My favorite example of that, is a story that I heard about a professor at a law school who has his students read a book that was written about 150 years ago. Every year he would get complaints that the book is a very difficult read. He would sarcastically let his students know that he understands that it is a difficult read for it wasn't written for their level (the level of law students); it was written for the common farmer about 150 years ago. There are many reasons why education has declined so dramatically, but I believe quite passionately that one major reason is that our kids aren't healthy.

Obesity is just one outcome of America's diet which is high in sugar and refined foods. It is effecting our children's bodies and it will impact their futures. I know this isn't a blissful story, however, we can change it. For one thing, we can make changes in the way we perceive food. For example, if someone says "I'm hungry" and they reach for a danish , there is something wrong with how that individual perceives food. In a nutshell, real food nourishes the body making it strong and healthy while refined foods may taste good, but it does little for the body if anything at all and it's likely to lead to illnesses.

Some Lessons From Declining Childhood Obesity in New York - The Atlantic

2011-12-27T20:09:00.003-07:00

This article is provoking in many ways to me. There are things that I love and things that I despise about the issue.

As a school counselor, I would be lying if I said that I wasn't happy about the fact that childhood obesity is falling in New York. I mean, this is a big part of what I fight for! I want healthy kids! I feel that a major reason why our kids aren't learning is because they simply aren't healthy. I understand that there are kids who are working hard in school and they are brilliant and making great grades, however, I feel even they can do better if they were healthy.

Politically, I am very much against everything that is supported in this article. I feel that the government getting involved in our health movements is a horrible idea. I understand that because the government made itself such a huge part of our education system, it is almost unavoidable if you want to see change. The problem is, the government tends to be inefficient at almost everything. Once the government is a part of something, getting them out will be extremely difficult. Some would say that it is impossible, but I choose to believe otherwise. I believe that some government influence is necessary in education, however, not as much as there is currently.

Some Lessons From Declining Childhood Obesity in New York - The Atlantic

Water Filtration Continued

2011-12-27T14:55:00.000-07:00

I was an opponent for years, however, because of all of the nasty stuff in drinking water today, I am now a passionate proponent. The reverse osmosis and distillation process are two of the only ways to remove Splenda and just about everything else. I can taste the difference. When I first took a sip of my reverse osmosis water, I was shocked! I couldn't believe the cool crisp taste; it was like drinking spring water. I actually liked it better because it came from cold water tap and I don't usually drink cold water, but it was a nice change.

I love my new filter and I don't have to worry about how much water I have left because the tank refills itself constantly. I highly recommend it!

Water Filtration

2011-12-27T00:02:00.001-07:00

For the past three or four years I've subscribed to Eldorado spring water. I must admit that it was a little expensive, however, I was determined not to drink the nasty tap water. I'm very sensitive to the stuff in the tap water. I can actually smell the chlorine in the water and I can taste some of the other junk in the water as well. Now that sucralose (Splenda) has hit our drinking water supply, I'm even more determined not to drink it. Although, there are an array of prescription drugs and other substances in the water too. Had I known that, I may have been more scrupulous about the water filter that I used.

Recently, my hubby and I purchased a reverse osmosis system. My husband read that reverse osmosis water was comparable to rain water. I can believe this because rain water is actually distilled water and reverse osmosis is comparable to distilled water. Both types of water contain very, very little if any contaminants. There is much debate about distilled and reverse osmosis water between doctors (NDs and MDs alike). Proponents of distilled and reverse osmosis water claim that this is the only kind of water that people should drink because the process takes all of the nasties out of the water. Opponents feel that the distillation or reverse osmosis process takes too much out of the water; most importantly minerals.

Water Filters Reviewed - Consumer Guide to the Right Water Filter | NRDC

2011-12-26T11:52:00.000-07:00

I stumbled upon this article about water filtration. It can give you an idea about what different water filters do. This can be a step toward making an informed choice about water filtration. I've already made a choice, but which one is best for you?

Water Filters Reviewed - Consumer Guide to the Right Water Filter | NRDC

Happy Holidays My Friends!

2011-12-24T22:37:00.001-07:00

Tomorrow is a big holiday for many; including many in my family. I fully intended to blog today, however, it became much busier than I anticipated. I want to wish everyone a VERY merry Christmas and to those who don't celebrate Christmas I want to wish you a warm and happy holiday season.

Happy Holidays my friends!

Fluoride Infestation

2011-12-23T11:14:00.001-07:00

December's book is on water fluoridation. I may continue December's book through January since my absence has kept me from blogging much in December because I truly feel this issue is very important. We are influenced by fluoride everyday. Why are we being drugged? How can we choose NOT to be drugged?

We don't really think about reading toothpaste labels, but we do what the commercials tell us to do. I've been doing it for years too. I've only been using a non fluoride, non SLS toothpaste for about a year and a half now. When I go for cleanings, my hygienist says that my teeth are clean and I have very little tartar which surprised me each time. Per my request she will never use fluoride in my mouth when she does the cleaning. I can't believe that I was so deceived by media, that I actually believed that the fluoride toothpastes work despite all of the research I've done that said the opposite.

Dr. Mercola and Dr. Osmunsun talk about the confusing information that is given by health organizations (FDA, CDC, EPA, ADA and such). They also talk about why they are opponents of fluoridation and what fluoride can do to the teeth, bones and IQ!

More On The War on Vitamins

2011-12-22T23:26:00.000-07:00

After I recovered from strep, I learned that we are losing the war for supplements. Right now, supplements are just as available to us because the draft guidance was very recently implemented, however, we don't know how much we can lose if we don't speak up. I urge EVERYONE to stand up and fight for their rights to choose. I am so tired of the government telling us what we must choose and their lame excuses about lack of scientific evidence (which is also a lie by the way).

Please check out the article below and fight for your health freedom.

The War on Vitamins

VITAMIN D KILLS H1N1 and NO SCIENTIFIC PROOF FLU VACCINES WORK

2011-12-22T09:44:00.004-07:00

Gotta love Dr. Mercola! The man is just so passionate about our health freedom. I'm right there with him. We should be able to choose how we eat and how we take care of ourselves. Trying to scare people into getting vaccinated is just ridiculous.

The following article helps make sense of why all of my doctors tell me to bone up on vitamin D when I am sick. (Apparently there is a video as well, but I didn't realize until after I published this article). I was taking tons of vitamin D when I had what I believe was strep throat. I didn't take as much as advised when sick, but I certainly took more than I do when I'm healthy. I knew vitamin D was powerful, but I didn't realize that it was THIS powerful!

VITAMIN D KILLS H1N1 and NO SCIENTIFIC PROOF FLU VACCINES WORK>

Below are some D3 supplements. Dr. Mercola and Maximized Living both sell vitamin D as well. So if you need to obtain vitamin D orally, you have many choices (although keep in mind the best way to obtain vitamin D is by getting enough sun exposure).

The Past Week...

2011-12-21T23:59:00.000-07:00

I promise, I'm not trying to make a habit of being away from this blog for a week or more at a time. This has just been a very difficult month for me.

I gave a full explanation of my 3 week absence, however, the past week there was just one thing after another that kept me from blogging. First a computer virus, then from the moment that was fixed I had a small migraine. The migraine wasn't giving me very much trouble, thank God, but it was enough to stay away from TV and my computer for a few days. There wasn't any nausea and the migraines are significantly less painful than they were a few months ago.

I would like all readers to know how I've desperately missed blogging during that time.

DIRT

2011-12-21T09:59:00.000-07:00

DIRT the movie is one that I've heard of and wanted to see for a while. Here is the presentation... finally!

My Long Absence Story (Part VI)

2011-12-18T12:26:00.001-07:00

I went home knowing what that thing in my throat was which brought me peace. I knew now what I was fighting, and I knew what I should do exactly. Thanks to the advice of a dear friend, I don't know if I would've gotten through this as successfully as I did. I am forever grateful.

When I looked at my throat the next day, I saw some more of those dark specks and swirls. It was a very small amount, but I needed to know what they were exactly. I used more light to see better and I realized that I wasn't seeing things after all. There were darker marks on my throat, but it wasn't black. It was dark red scar tissue. My tonsils must have bled a little bit. Once again, I was at peace. I was still sick, but it felt like I was healing. My throat wasn't in as much pain as it was at the beginning of the weekend. The goldenseal was working! I'm glad that I never filled the prescription for Amoxicillin, for that would've just messed me up.

The one disease that I didn't want because of the fear of taking antibiotics, I had and successfully healed from without the help of pharmaceuticals. I'm amazed, and yet I question why I should be. Of course no one will know that all that is needed is goldenseal powder! Congratulations, Big Pharma! It looks as though you have finally reached the level of COMPLETELY worthless (at least in my life)!

My Long Absence Story (Part V)

2011-12-14T22:14:00.000-07:00

I'll never forget the look on the doctor's face when she came back to the examine room. She said that the strep test came back negative. She instructed me to take the Amoxicillin anyway; one in the morning and one at night for 10 days. I smiled and nodded knowing the whole time that I wasn't going to fill that prescription for beans. She insisted that I had strep and that something went wrong with the test. She decided to be absolutely certain and ordered another test that involves growing the culture, but this would take a few days to process. Again, this all happened on a Saturday, but the test results wouldn't come back until Wednesday. Knowing how often antibiotics are given for viral infections in this country, I decided to continue taking the goldenseal powder, at least until the test results came back. I'm so happy that I chose to do this.

To be honest, I was pretty sure that I had strep despite the test. Everything the doctor told me convinced me that I had strep. My best guess is that the goldenseal was so powerful that it killed enough of the culture in my throat to throw off the test. I fully expected for Wednesday's test to come back positive.

My Long Absence Story (Part IV)

2011-12-14T11:29:00.001-07:00

I felt pretty certain that the doctor would find that I had strep, but because of that stuff on my throat I couldn't say what they were going to find for sure.

First, my throat was swabbed to do a strep test. Then the doctor examined me. The moment that I opened my mouth, she said it smelled like I had strep. She explained that strep has a certain smell that she detected on my breath immediately. She also told me that the white sheets and specks weren't fungus like I feared, they were pockets of puss. This is a very common symptom of strep throat. This doctor was so certain that I had strep that she prescribed Amoxicillin before the strep test results came back. I told her that I wanted to see the test results first. I informed her that my other doctor felt that I had a viral infection and that I didn't believe in taking antibiotics for anything other than a bacterial infection. She then stressed that I needed the antibiotics, she said that if I don't, not only would I not get better but I could easily spread my disease to others. She told me of her experience with medicine and insisted that she knows strep when she sees it and smells it and she had no doubt that I what I had was strep. Because she was one of few MDs that I knew who made it blatantly obvious that she cares about her work and her patients, I shut my mouth and took the prescription from her to be polite. I may not agree with the conventional medical philosophy, but I will never disrespect a doctor who is desirous to see her/his patients get well. When she stepped out to get my strep test results, another doctor came it to get a look at my throat. He eyes became slightly widened before she uttered the words "Oh you poor thing!" It wasn't clear why she came in to look at me, but when she later told me that her specialty was once worker's comp, I was able to make a few guesses. I was able to make a few more guesses when she told me she hadn't seen a throat that looked as bad as mine.

My Long Absence Story (Part III)

2011-12-13T10:34:00.000-07:00

Have you ever tried to see a doctor on a Saturday? Sometimes doctors are available, but more often than not, trying to see one is an absolute BEAR! The little specks of black in my throat scared me enough to see whatever doctor would see me that weekend whether MD or ND.

The easiest thing to do when you are sick on a weekend is to go to the ER, but I didn't dare go to the ER. Because doctors aren't available on weekends, ERs tend to be full of people like me who are sick and contagious. I was already sick, my immune system was obviously weak and my body was therefore vulnerable. I was scared that if someone coughed on or near me, I would REALLY be in a fix because I was weak enough to catch ANYTHING. I looked at every other option. I even tried to see an ENT (ear, nose, throat specialist), but they told me that they would only see me if I was referred by a doctor or, since it was Saturday, the hospital. Frustrated, desperate and very afraid, I begged my husband to keep hunting for another option. Finally, he found an urgent care clinic that was open and that accepted our health insurance. They weren't busy, so I didn't have to be too concerned about catching anything from anyone.

I was taking the goldenseal for two days by then. When I gargled with it, it tended to dull the pain in my throat a bit, but I was scared that if the white on my throat was fungus/thrush that goldenseal was making it worse. If it was strep, then I decided that I would take any prescription from the doctor but I would not fill it. I was going to continue with the goldenseal powder. My main purpose of going to the urgent care clinic was to find out what EXACTLY was wrong with me so I knew what I was up against.

My Long Absence Story (Part II)

2011-12-12T21:56:00.001-07:00

The next day wasn't a good one for me. I was desperate for rest and I kept on breaking things. Among the many things that broke that day was the medicine my doctor had JUST given me. Because she was closed that day, I had to wait another 48 hours to take my medicine and by then my throat had become more inflamed and swallowing became painful. Once again, I found myself worrying that I may have strep throat.

I was reminded by a friend of mine about the power of goldenseal powder. I've always known that goldenseal powder was powerful, but then I found out that an old healthcare provider of mine in NY would give it to his patients in heavy doses to heal pneumonia and strep throat. Again, I used to believe that when one had either of those two diseases antibiotics were a requisite of healing. Before I got my medicine replaced, I started taking the goldenseal powder. My old healthcare provider said it was necessary to taste the bitterness of the goldenseal in order to heal. Because I gargled with the goldenseal mixed with water, it was hard to avoid the taste of the stuff anyway. Fair warning: It does NOT taste good!

It didn't appear to work immediately. What I mean is that the symptoms progressed. By Friday evening, both my tonsils were huge and covered in white sheets and speckles, swallowing was very, very painful (to the point where I was having trouble sleeping because of the pain) and I was getting very worried about what the white stuff on my throat was. My left tonsil was almost completely covered in white. I started to panic when I saw that some of the white looked like it had swirls of black in it. Was it fungus/ thrush? It was so hideous and frightening, that I though it was necessary to see a doctor again.

Have you ever tried to see a doctor on a Saturday?

My Long Absence Story (Part I)

2011-12-12T11:31:00.000-07:00

Three weeks ago, I had a fever. It just hit me out of nowhere, I mean, I had no other symptoms; just the fever. There was no coughing, no sneezing, no runny nose, no sore throat and no stomach flu symptoms. Because I was detoxing, I suspected that my body sensed a microbial invasion and the fever was an attempt to fight it off. For days I had this fever on and off until finally, I was back to my happy self and tried to get back to my life. About a day or so later, my ear started to bother me. It then filled with fluid and I had a sore throat. The last time I had an ear infection, what saved me was a homemade gargle that my doctor told me to make. I mixed the gargle, and after gargling with it a few times, I looked at my throat. That's when I noticed it; something that scared me out of my senses. There were little white spots all over my left tonsil and a small white sheet on my right tonsil. I knew that was one of the symptoms of strep and became very concerned. I made an appointment with my doctor IMMEDIATELY, hoping the whole time that it wasn't strep. The disease itself didn't scare me, but the thought of taking antibiotics after everything that I've done to rebuild my gut flora frightened me. I didn't want to start ALL OVER AGAIN from square one. If I had strep, however, I wouldn't have a choice. As far as I knew at that point, antibiotics are absolutely necessary if one has pneumonia or strep throat. To my relief, my doctor said that the infection was viral. To assure me that I didn't have strep, she stressed how my throat wasn't very inflamed and reminded me that I wasn't in much pain and that I didn't even secrete very much mucus. The only concern that I had was the white stuff on my tonsils. The doctor told me that the white specks were just deposits on my throat from my illness; I should have asked her to specify. At that point, "deposits" was a good enough answer for me. That night, I started my journey toward healing from my viral infection by doing exactly what she instructed me to do. I took the tincture that she made, the homeopathy that she gave me and did the hot bath followed by the wet sock treatment that she told me to do.

The Case Against Fluoride (December's Book)

2011-12-11T21:54:00.000-07:00

I want to give a warm loving "Howdy" to all of my BeWell BookWorms. I'm so sorry that December's book is so late. If you read my post earlier, you would see that I'm in the process of giving a full explanation. I promise more on that story tomorrow. Right now, please allow me to present December's book.

December’s book is “The Case Against Fluoride” by Paul Connett, PhD, James Beck, MD, PhD and H. S. Micklem, DPhil. I remember the words of a friend of mine in college that was studying medicine at the time. She said “Fluoride is bad for your everything.” This was the first time I heard anyone tell me that fluoride was bad. How is this possible? All my life my teachers and dentists have been telling me about how fluoride was necessary for the health of my teeth. During the years when I started becoming more aware of the toxic nature of products that I used, I wondered about why my friend would tell me fluoride was bad. I especially wanted to know because she was never wrong about such things. As far as I knew, fluoride was natural. I learned recently that sodium fluoride and calcium fluoride are natural. Problem is, neither is used to fluoridate our water! 90% of water fluoridation uses another fluoride compound that is hazardous waste. This book gives all the information that we should know about what is in our drinking water.

My Long Absence

2011-12-11T14:04:00.000-07:00

I apologize for my very long absence. My Long Absence was due to multiple illnesses over the last three weeks. One illness in particular kept me in bed for a majority of the time.

My story is surely one to post on BWMFs for a number of reasons. For one thing, it taught me how faith plays a huge part in healing. While as a Christian woman, I place my faith in God, that's not necessarily what I'm talking about in this case (even though it could be depending on the individual). What I mean exactly is, the confidence in the belief that you will get well plays a part in healing. Stress is part of what breaks the immune system down. This is why I've talked about how things like laughter, exercise and music are all things that are good for your health in prior posts. They all decrease the chances of contracting an illness because they keep your immune system strong by keeping your stress levels down.

I must say, looking back I was doing very well this year until I started this detox. The colder seasons are by far the worst times to start a detox program. I've mentioned this before and my doctor has even warned me about it. I wouldn't have done it normally, but unfortunately other health issues didn't permit me any other choice. So I took the risk (since the alternative was worse), but paid a pretty hefty price. Thank goodness I am finally out of the darkest part of those woods.

What I went through over the last couple of weeks is a very long story, so I will have to break it up into a series. Hopefully you find it enlightening, for I've learned so much on my three week journey to wellness and I'm eager to share.

Reader Comment and Question

2011-11-28T12:33:00.000-07:00

I was unable to post a comment pertaining to Vitamin D. I take 4000IU daily. I also eat tilapia fish. My mom is a great cook so you know it''s YUMMY! I also eat Salmon. Of course with brown rice on the side. Can you tell me an alternative to cranberry juice. The juice is too acidic.

The kind of vitamin D that you take is important is it D3? D3 seems to be the ones that doctors are advising. I take D3 drops, however, the best way to get your D3 is by spending some time in the sun. The sun helps the body to produce D3. People stay out of the sun because they are afraid of skin cancer, but there are many habits to implement to prevent that. Staying out of the sun isn't the best preventive step unless you are photosensitive.

Tilapia and Salmon are two of my favorites! I'm not a fan of the salmon skin flavor wise, however, salmon skin are some of my favorite sushi rolls. The skin is PACKED with iodine so I eat it when I can. When I can't have salmon, I go with kelp granules for the iodine. Like salmon, tilapia is high in omega-3. It is also a significant source of B12 which is important. The best part about tilapia, in my opinion, is that it is, as you put it, YUMMY! It is a sweeter fish, so I just cook it in lemon juice. I don't even bother with cooking oil.

As for the cranberry juice, I'm so sorry to hear that the acid is bothersome to you. You aren't alone though. It is always a good idea to alkalize the system. Donna Gates talks about ways to do that in her book about the Body Ecology Diet. Part of having a good body ecology is by alkalizing it. When I had an acidic stomach, I also made it a habit to drink lots of aloe juice/gel. It will heal whatever damage the acid did to the stomach. While you are on your way to a better body ecology and/or if this doesn't help, there are always cranberry supplements. I advise you to make sure there is no added sugar, soy or corn as fillers and make sure they use real cranberries.

I hope this helps!

USDA Watch

2011-11-27T10:25:00.000-07:00

Please check out the article on the USDA Watch posted on the OCA website by clicking on the link below. This will give a stronger idea of how our government has been invaded and corrupted by Monsanto. The article even gives names of the people and details. It's good for us to know who we are fighting against.

USDA Watch

The OCA (Organic Consumers Association)

2011-11-26T15:18:00.000-07:00

The OCA is one of many organizations build to defend and lead us in the fight for our health freedom. They are one of many organizations that I have suggested in Wellness Avenues. Below is a video that reveal a little of their history and what their goals are. Enjoy!

Happy Birthday Be Well My Friends!!!!!!!!

2011-11-25T14:18:00.000-07:00

I am proud to announce that Be Well My Friends is celebrating its one year anniversary today on November 25th 2011! Although I feel that I have much farther to go with this project, I'm proud that it came this far in just one year. I've learned and grown so much in just the one year that I have worked on this site. In this year to come, I'm looking forward to becoming healthier and more successful; for I dare to believe that by the end of it I will be both by far.

I want to thank all of my readers. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all of the support that you have given me and this site. Your participation whether question, comment or furthermore is and always will be the most important part of this blog.

Just say it's your Birthday BWMF!!!!!!!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-24T14:54:00.000-07:00

Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving everyone! Gobble, gobble!

Coconut Kefir Question

2011-11-23T20:33:00.001-07:00

This post is a request for advice from the readers. Mostly I have questions for anyone who has made coconut kefir. I've had a problem the past two times I've tried to make some. The first time I believe I may have left it in the fridge for too long, the second time I may have let it ferment for too long. Both times I started with a quart of sweet coconut water and I ended with a quart of what can only be described as a slime. I'm not sure if it was consumable, but it certainly didn't look like it was. If it is, it doesn't look very appetizing.

I have two questions. Is it consumable when it becomes that consistency? Even if it is, how do I prevent this from happening again? Please email me or leave an answer on the comments below.

Sorry For The Inconsistent Blogging

2011-11-23T14:56:00.000-07:00

Detoxing is never an easy process. While detoxing, symptoms may be experienced (the most common that I've seen were headaches, runny nose and cough). Because it is winter, the symptoms may be amplified. In my case, however, the benefits of this detox program will far outweigh the disadvantages. I'm currently going through a rather powerful detoxification process (under the collaborative guidance of two doctors). Because I'm just starting, I'm experiencing some rather uncomfortable symptoms. I've had headaches for the last couple of days and my eyes hurt.

I've been sternly told by not one but both doctors to drink plenty of clear fluids and rest. My best friend and my husband have both given me and firm scolding for being out of bed a couple of times when I was doing dishes or something other than resting. So it hasn't been easy to keep up with my much loved blog and taking care of my much loved household while trying to get some rest.

I'm feeling better, so will be blogging over the next couple of days unless I really feel sick again. I don't anticipate feeling very sick again because the worst of the symptoms are usually in the beginning and my symptoms are starting to decrease.

The War on Vitamins (Part II)

2011-11-22T15:13:00.004-07:00

As Americans we should all have the right to be healthy. If one would like to find health by taking prescription drugs, that should be their choice. If another seeks to find health by eating properly, that should be their choice. If one seeks to find health by the use of supplements, that should be their choice.

I posted a 5 minute and 19 second condensed version of Dr. Rima's presentation to remind everyone how important it is to let your voice be heard. We have 10 more days to fight this draft guidance insanity. Please click on the link below and take action!

The War on Vitamins

Consumer Information Overview of Dietary Supplements

2011-11-20T13:35:00.000-07:00

Many people don't know about DSHEA, or what it is. I myself didn't know what DSHEA was until this year. DSHEA is the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994. It was designed to protect our rights to supplements from things like this draft guidance law that the FDA is trying to pass. If it passes, then our nutrients need to be "pre-approved" by the FDA before it hits the market. Our supplements, under DSHEA are being regulated by a system that is strong, stable and trust worthy; not to mention that it has been around since 1994 and it's doing fine. The new system that the FDA is trying to implement will make it very easy for companies like Monsanto/Codex Alimentarius to take our nutrients away because they have corrupted the system with their lawyers and lobbyists.

To learn more about DSHEA and how it works for us, see the link below.

Consumer Information Overview of Dietary Supplements

The War on Vitamins

2011-11-19T19:53:00.001-07:00

The FDA is at it again, trying to "protect" us that is. Once again our much loved DSHEA is under attack. The FDA would love to implement the draft guidance which could stand in the way of people getting the nutrients that they need to maintain good health, gain good health or get their good health back.

Dr. Rima warned us that one day we may wake up to find that nutrients are illegal; like heroine is illegal. Sounds crazy, huh? Why would the government try to outlaw nutrients? Perhaps in order to become Codex compliant? My personal question is, what does Codex have on the government? They are obviously working for the nutricide movement, but why? Just look at what has been happening: Judge Patrick J Fielder ruled against one's right to consume raw milk in Wisconsin (before he left that position and started working for Monsanto's law firm), next the FDA (who's food safety czar is Michael R. Taylor, former lawyer/lobbyist for Monsanto) wants to get rid of DSHEA, then there is the food safety modernization act to deny us the right to save seeds. Imagine a world, where we didn't have the right to consume real milk, supplements were too expensive for most people and we couldn't even save the seeds to grow our own organic gardens. It doesn't sound like the land of the free and the home of the brave to me.

Make no mistake, this is a HUGE threat to our health freedom. DSHEA was designed to protect our right to nutrients and now it's under attack. We have 13 more days to do something about this. Let your voice be heard! Go to the link below and fight!

The War on Vitamins

Indoor Garden

2011-11-19T12:26:00.000-07:00

I'm collecting compost for my garden next year. I'm pretty excited about it, but I'm also a little nervous. I'm hoping my black thumb is starting to turn a little green. If my thumb is green enough next year, I could probably try this project that Patty Moreno shares.