GLOBAL HEALING CENTER, INC. "Worldwide Leaders In Advanced Alternative Medicine" www.ghchealth.com / www.oxypowder.com Alternative Health & Healing Newsletter February 1999 Volume 1, No. 3 February1999 Global Healing Center, Inc. 2040 North Loop West #108 Houston, Texas 77018 www.ghchealth.com THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR: Silver Bullet DID YOU KNOW? 10 Must read HEALTH FACTS!! TIP OF THE MONTH: "Are you eating LIVE foods?" NUTRITION NEWS: New Fat Blocker Drugs- What you NEED to know!!! SUPPLEMENT SPOTLIGHT: Boosting Your Brain Power HERBAl INSIGHT: Help for Diabetics WHAT'S UP DOC? Natural Remedies for Stress and Headache Relief SUBSCRIBER"S SPECIAL: FREE diet plan! OUR CONTEST WINNER was Carrie F. from Canada, she will receive 6 bottles of FAT MAGIC, the FAT MAGIC DIET PLAN and ONE ON ONE Counseling with our staff Dietitian, Jon Group R.D. Congratulations!!! SPONSOR'S MESSAGE This Month's Sponsor: The Silver Bullet When you think of all the minerals essential for good health, I bet silver doesn't come to mind. Yet, silver in colloidal form is an effective treatment for infections. Colloidal simply means that the particles of silver are so small that they remain suspended in liquid. Colloidal silver appears to work by inhibiting specific enzymes necessary for normal metabolism of the infectious organism, eventually killing it. Because these enzymes are present in over 650 bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi, silver is effective on hundreds of infectious organisms. Prior to 1938, colloidal silver was commonly used by physicians as an antibiotic until the advent of penicillin and other modern antibiotics. Currently, prescription antibiotics are becoming less effective because of their overuse and the ability of organisms to mutate into antibiotic- resistant forms. This is where silver is unique. Research has shown that microorganisms cannot mutate into silver-resistant forms meaning silver remains just as effective over time. Silver also helps boost the immune system and helps ward off new organisms. For more information about the benefits of silver, visit www.ghchealth.com. You can order the highest grade colloidal silver available and even check out Dr. Farber's book entitiled "The Quantum Silver Bullet". Did You Know? "10" MusT READ Health FACTS 1. Aromatherapy with Sandlewood and Lavender calms the mind. 2. Short term memory is only 5-15 seconds 3. Nutrition is 80% of your risk for cancer 4. Vitamin E and Gingko Bilobo can help prolong Alzheimer's disease. 5. Only 0.3mg of Melatonin works just as well as 1.0mg 6. A hot bath at night will help you fall asleep because it causes the pineal gland to secrete melatonin which helps to cool the body 7. 38% of all people have low folic acid levels. 8. Over 6 million prescriptions for herbs were written last year in Germany. 9. If you wake up more than 15 times a night or it takes you more than 30 minutes to fall asleep you have insomnia. 10. White Willow Bark is almost identical to aspirin but does not upset the stomach. TIP OF THE MONTH: "Are you eating LIVE Foods?" We seem to understand and respect the automobile engine better than we understand and respect the human body. Man designed the automobile engine to run on a certain octane of gasoline. If we put a low-grade fuel or sugar in the gas tank of our automobile, it will ping and knock and eventually destroy the engine. So we are careful to put only the proper octane of fuel, without contaminants, into our automobile so it will last. Man's body is a living organism, made of living cells, which require living food in order to be properly nourished and function well. Man was designed to run on only one kind of fuel, RAW FOOD! When we put cooked, processed, radiated, refined, or micro-waved food into our body, loaded with contaminants, the body starts to break down. Cooked food destroys all the enzymes, which is the life force, and 80% of its nutritional value. We force the organs of our body to work overtime to remove the toxic residue, which tires the body, produces illness, and shortens our life span to a fraction of what is intended. Today, most people accept cooked food as the normal means of supplying the body with nutrients, not realizing that the living cells of our bodies do not take nourishment from the dead and artificial ingredients found in cooked food. So, after a typical meal of cooked meat, cooked potatoes and cooked vegetables and a piece of cooked bread, followed by a cooked sugar dessert, their stomach is full and they think they have satisfied the nutritional needs of their body. In reality, they have given their body practically no nourishment. And thus with a full stomach, they are slowly starving their bodies' cells. Eventually, starving to death on a full stomach. Take the bread in that meal for example. The miller takes the living grain of wheat and removes the outer shell called the bran (fiber) and it is either thrown away or sold in a health food store. Then he removes the germ (which contains all the nutrients) because it gums up his machinery. Then he takes what is left, which is called the endosperm, and grinds it into a fine powder. But this powder is not pure white, so he bleaches it with a bleaching agent similar to Clorox. Knowing the public will not buy a product that does not have at least some nutritive value posted, the bread maker puts into it dead, fiber-less, nutritionally-void substances such as artificial coal tar derived vitamins and minerals, which have been known to cause cancer and tax the liver and kidneys. Now he can label it "enriched" and pass it on to the unsuspecting public as food with no fiber and no nutrition. I haven't even mentioned the other poisons added to that loaf of bread-sugar; salt, dough conditions, emulsifiers, preservatives, etc. The difference between natural, raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains and organic vitamins versus cooked, processed foods and synthetic vitamins is the very difference between life and death. Raw foods have a life force for a live body. Cooked, processed foods and synthetic vitamins are dead, leading to death of the cells. There is no government nutrition information that explains this distinction between live and dead foods or nutrients. So the next time you do your grocery shopping, remember that any food product that is packaged, boxed, canned, pasteurized or micro-waved is a potential poison to your bodies' cells. Gary Tunsky NUTRITION NEWS: New FAT BLOCKER Drugs- What you NEED to know!!! If you have been watching the news lately, you may have seen all the hype about the new weight loss drug Orlistat. Orlistat (Xenical) is a new drug from Roche, which is currently being considered for both weight loss and weight maintenance in obese patients. The drug prevents fat absorption by inhibiting the pancreatic enzyme lipase, which is used to digest fat. If someone eats 2,000 calories a day with 67 grams of fat, Orlistat will prevent the absorption of around 20 grams of fat. People who take the drug can expect to lose anywhere from 3 to 10 percent of their starting weight. For a 200-pound person this is only 3 to 20 pounds in a one year time period. Considering you pay 99.00 (overseas price) for a 1-month supply it will cost you $1200.00 to lose only 3-10 pounds in one year! Orlistat has only been tested on people who were very obese or severely obese, and there is no safety data for the drug beyond two years. Side effects included diarrhea, abdominal cramping and signs of gallbladder stone formation. In May 1997, Roche voluntarily withdrew its application with the FDA because of increased incidence of breast cancer in clinical trial participants. My personal opinion : This is a waste of your time and money! There is just not enough research done to justify the use of this drug. There are several different products that are more effective and without the side effects. Besides, Orlistat only works on the fat you ingest, not on the fat you already have. If you would like some information about a safer and more effective product, go here. (www.fatmagic.com) SUPPLEMENT SPOTLIGHT: Boosting Your Brain Power TODAY, there are more than 30 million U.S. citizens over the age of 65, and it has been estimated that up to 50% will experience a decline in mental functions such as remembering names and numbers and maintaining concentration and mental focus. This gradual loss of mental function can show up even at ages as young as fifty and can have a substantial impact on self-esteem, productivity, and general well-being. The good news is that you can take something to stop these signs of mental deterioration, and its called Phosphatidylserine. Phosphatidylserine (PS) is essential to the healthy functioning of virtually all cells in our bodies, however, its highest concentration is found in the brain. It helps to control a number of nerve cell functions including: the conduction of nerve impulses; the accumulation, storage and release of neurotransmitters and the maintenance of normal cellular functions. PS is an important nutrient involved in keeping the brain cell membranes intact. Membranes are what make up the surfaces of cells, especially nerve cells. It is these membranes that selectively allow certain essential nutrients to pass into the cell for normal body functions including memory. A large portion of the current research being conducted in the field of human memory is directed towards slowing down this gradual loss of mental capacity and finding natural ways to improve one's mental abilities. Studies indicate that PS is especially useful for such things as remembering names and faces, recalling telephone numbers, recalling misplaced objects and improving the ability to concentrate. In fact, PS may even reverse the aging of the brain and restore youthful brain function. Clinical research shows that PS is a beneficial and safe dietary supplement, and can be used in any program of improving mental function. Taken orally, PS is rapidly absorbed and readily crosses the blood-brain barrier to reach the brain. Over the past few years, several clinical studies showed significant improvements in subjects after only three months of PS therapy. The investigators also noted that, in terms of overall mental status, those taking the Phosphatidylserine had "rolled back the clock" by roughly 12 years. In other words, those subjects with a "cognitive age" equivalent to age 64 were restored, on average, to a cognitive age of 52. In the researchers' own words, "The magnitude of effect may be considered significant by many subjects and clinicians" (Crook, et al, Neuro. 41:644-649). The New concentrated form of PS is derived from soy phospholipids that have a long history of safe use in dietary supplements and foods. Extensive human and animal studies have found no danger from long-term supplemental intake of Phosphatidylserine (one study tested dogs fed up to 70 grams of PS per day and found no serious side effects). Phosphatidylserine is now available in capsule form and is usually 20% concentration. The most common formulas contain 500mg per capsule, which means it actually contains 100mg of Phosphatidylserine. Oral dosages range from 400-800 mgs which is 2-4 grams a day of the total mixture at a 20% concentration). From the literature I have read, I recommend taking 100mg(Pure PS), 3 times a day with meals. Tom Hogan HERBAL INSIGHT: Help for Diabetics Gymnema sylvestre is a plant that grows in the tropical forests of central and southern India. For several hundred years, Indians have used it as a cure for diabetes. The first scientific proof of its effectiveness in humans came almost 70 years ago when it was demonstrated that the leaves of the Gymnema Sylvestra plant reduced urine glucose in diabetics. Four years later it was shown that it also had a blood glucose lowering effect. In 1990, a series of published studies on GS proved that the administration of this extract to diabetic animals not only resulted in improved glucose control but that there was also some evidence of regeneration of beta cells in the pancreas (the cells that produce insulin). The authors of this study stated "This herbal therapy appears to bring about blood glucose control through increased serum insulin levels provided by repair/regeneration of the endocrine pancreas." This same research team treated both Type I and Type II diabetics with GS extract over a period of more than 2 years. Both Type I and Type II diabetics showed significant reductions in blood glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin(an indicator of long term glucose control). At the beginning of this study, the participants were taking oral anti-diabetic medication, and treatment with GS resulted not only in a lowering of their medications, but almost 25% of the participants were able to discontinue their oral medication and maintain blood glucose levels with only the GS. Insulin requirements came down together with blood glucose and glycosylated hemoglobin. These studies also found that the patients blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels were significantly lowered. None of the participants in these studies had any adverse side effects except for a potential of hypoglycemia (too low blood sugar). Because of this potential, any diabetic using GS should monitor blood glucose levels and adjust their medication, in consultation with their physician, to achieve proper blood glucose levels. Even with the results of these studies it is unclear why Gymnema sylvestre has not received the attention it deserves. It usually seems quite coincidental that when very promising studies of natural products such as Gymnema Sylvestra come out, there is always a new pharmaceutical drug introduced that has a similar chemical structure or works by the same biochemical principles. The problem is that the public is led to believe that a product prescribed by a Doctor must be better and stronger. Herbal products generally are not as strong as manufactured drugs and take a while longer to work, but are almost always safer and have fewer side effects. It is important to note that if you decide to take an herbal formula in place of a prescription drug, that you are informed and talk it over with a qualified physician. Most people will need to gradually reduce their doses and replace them with the herbal formula. Jon Group, R.D. WHAT'S UP DOC? Drug-free Remedies for Stress and Headache Relief Q: Recently, I have been experiencing painful headaches. Is there anything I can do naturally to prevent or treat these headaches? A: First, you must determine which type of headache you are experiencing! 90% of all headaches are the tension type caused by stress, tightening of muscles in the face, neck or scalp, and/or poor posture. Tension headaches usually have a constant dull ache that feels like a vise grip closing in on your skull. Relaxation of the muscles usually brings about instant relief. Consult a physician immediately if your headache feels different than this. Tension headaches will respond well to many natural therapies. Very helpful treatments include: massage to the neck and facial muscles, chiropractic manipulation, correcting poor posture and trigger point therapy (applying pressure to tender points in the muscles of the neck and face). Nutritional supplements and herbs to help with tension headaches include: Magnesium(250-400mg, three times/day), Vitamin B-6 (25mg, three times/day), 5-HTP (100mg, three times/day), Bromelain (an enzyme, 500mg as needed), Herbs include Brigham, Burdock root, Fenugreek, and feverfew. Caution: do not take feverfew during pregnancy. You can also try a salve made from peppermint oil, wintergreen oil, and ginger applied to the back of the head, neck and temples. Q: What can I do to cut down on my stress levels? A: There are many things you can do to relieve stress. Start by looking at your lifestyle. The two primary causes of stress are time management and relationship issues. Try to enhance your relationships through communication and understanding, then work on managing your time effectively. To help get rid of the stress you already have try relaxation breathing techniques (twice daily), exercise regularly and eliminate caffeine, alcohol, dairy products and sugar. Nutritional supplements include: GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric acid) (750mg, twice daily). Take with 50mg of Inositol and 25mg of niacinamide to enhance the effectiveness. A Vitamin B-Complex formula (100mg daily), Vitamin C (1000mg, three times/day) and L-Tyrosine (500mg twice/day-take with water or juice on an empty stomach). Botanical medicines include: Panax Ginseng (100mg, twice/day), Kava Kava (with 45-70mg of Kavalactones, three times/day), Chamomile (follow bottle instructions or drink Tea), and Gingko Biloba (follow bottle instructions). 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