Alternative Health & Healing October 2001

"A man is blind to reality until he opens his eyes and mind, to the truth of reality."

*****To Receive your "FREE" 7 STEP "DO IT YOURSELF" HEALING BOOKLET packet e-mail us at: staff@ghchealth.com*****

It ‘s now been nearly a week that we have continually heard of the devastation that this white powder can supposedly incur. Each day the "scare" of anthrax seems to show up in a different part of the country. Even though we are constantly reminded by the media not to panic, biological warfare continues to be at the top of many casual discussions.

The most important thing for us to do is something that we should already be doing: keeping/getting our bodies healthy through immune system support. Many people have let worry, fear and uncertainty of the future play havoc with their emotions thus bringing their immune system way down. It’s not enough to eat organic fruits, vegetables, whole grains, drink pure, clean water, etc. We must also deal with what is deep down inside of us. One way to do this is to let go of our fear and worry by concentrating on keeping our bodies and mind healthy.

If you are like us, you have received countless e-mails in the last week or so suggesting many ways to deal with anthrax. Remember: no one has a "magic bullet" for anthrax…not even the pharmaceutical companies. It is in our nature to want to "do something" in order to allow us to feel like we are in control. This is why we are reading of people stockpiling antibiotics and purchasing gas masks. If you truly want to be in control, we at Global Healing would like to offer the following suggestions:

Oregano Oil – Contrary to popular belief all oregano oil is NOT created equal. We use the absolute best, wild, hand-picked, Mediterranean grown, high carvacrol, free from all chemicals and additives oregano oil. This oil is provided to you in a Physicians Extra Strength formula. Recommended dosage is 10 drops 3x’s daily. Call 713-476-0015 to order.
Quantum Silver Solution – The very best stabilized micro-particle silver water (colloidal silver). Call 713-476-0015 to order.
Cellular Formula – Produced exclusively by Global Healing Center. This formula is an immune stimulator, cellular cleanser and cellular re-programmer. It is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral. The formula is designed to focus on and cleanse the lungs, kidneys, liver, skin, gall bladder, blood, connective tissue and the cells of the digestive, lymphatic and cardiovascular system, to help the body and immune system regain the strength it needs to conquer disease. Cellular Formula is so natural and sensitive, it is shipped to you frozen within two days after manufacturing. Call 713-476-0015 to order.

Distilled water – Drink only distilled water. We recommend 2 quarts of distilled water daily. ADD 3 tablespoons of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar per gallon of distilled water. Organic Apple Cider vinegar contains 90% of the minerals the body needs. Avoid carbonated beverages, coffee, tea, alcohol, etc…fresh vegetable and fruit juices can be used as meal replacements. Water, which makes up over 70% of the body, has the most influence in determining how the body remains healthy. For health to continue, the body requires that its water be clean and free from contamination.

Just a reminder to eat healthy, exercise and get plenty of sleep--all major requirements for a healthy mind and body. Also keep in mind that NO ONE KNOWS exactly if any one alternative or allopathic treatment will be effective against anthrax…most probably we will find that it will take a combination of treatments as outlined above. Use common sense and seek advice from the practitioner of your choice.

Houseplants do more than just enhance the beauty of your surroundings, many actually clean pollutants out of the air as they add oxygen and humidity to the indoor environment. New findings suggest, however, that they may add more than just color and interest. They also filter the air, and can fight against the common high-tech ill, sick building disease. Recent research undertaken by the NASA Space Administration in America has yielded some very interesting results.

In a test lasting two years conducted by Dr. B.C. Wolverton at the Stennis Space Centre in Mississippi it was discovered that common houseplants are capable of converting chemical air pollutants into harmless substances. Ivy, one of the smallest of houseplants, does an excellent job of cleaning the air of toxins, especially benzene and TCE. The humble potted Chrysanthemum is another goodie. You can place a number of plants around your office/home or make up a high scoring clean-air cocktail by adding such plants as Peace Lilies and Parlour Palms. Better still are various forms of Dracaena, Dracaena Warnecki and Dracaena Janet Craig are real pollutant sucking types. Chinese Evergreen and the humble Philoderdron are also two to watch out for. COMMENT: Most people spend much of their time in the living areas and bedrooms of their homes. Place at least two large plants in these areas…supplement with smaller plants throughout the remainder of the house.

Organic is the way food and fiber products are grown and processed. The term "organic" on a label stands for the commitment to agriculture that has a low impact on the environment. Organic production does not use toxic chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Instead the system works to replenish and maintain the fertility of the soil. Organic food products are minimally processed to help retain the natural aspects of the food. No artificial ingredients, preservatives, or irradiation is used in the processing of organic foods.

The word organic does not mean pesticide-free. Certified organic products are grown and handled according to strict standards without toxic chemicals. However, organic crops are still grown in a world where chemicals are now detected in all rain and ground water. Organically grown does not add additional toxic chemicals and thus is healthier for the environment and your long-term health.

The list below outlines both fruits and vegetables ranked for pesticide residues from cleanest (1) to most contaminated (30). We also provide a simple solution for reducing the risk of eating the pesticide residues.

1. Bananas: peel [wash hands before handling fruit] 2. Corn: remove husks 3. Avocados: peel 4. Oranges: peel with your fingers or a knife (don't sink your teeth into the peel) 5. Sweet potatoes: wash and peel 6. Cabbage: discard outer leaves 7. Broccoli: wash 8. Green peas: shell 9. Carrots: peel 10. Grapes: wash 11. Kiwifruit: peel 12. Cucumbers: peel, especially if waxed 13. Plums: wash 14. Green beans: wash 15. Tomatoes: wash 16. Celery: wash and trim leaves and top 17. Blueberries: wash 18. Potatoes: wash and/or peel 19. Squash: peel winter squash, wash summer squash 20 .Bell pepper: wash 21. Lettuce (do not use iceberg lettuce): discard outer leaves and wash 22. Peaches: peel 23. Spinach: wash 24. Nectarines: wash and, better yet, peel 25. Raspberries: wash 26. Pears: peel (baby can do without the extra fiber for now) 27 .Imported grapes: wash thoroughly 28. Apricots: peel 29. Apples: peel 30. Strawberries: wash thoroughly (these are the worst fruit for residue)

COMMENT: It is ALWAYS a good idea to wash your organic fruits and vegetables in a solution of 30 drops of Grapefruit Seed Extract to 1 gallon of distilled water OR one capful of Hydrogen Peroxide to 1 gallon of distilled water. Allow to dry thoroughly before placing in refrigerator.

NATURE’S MEDICINE--Contact with plants, animals may have therapeutic effects

April 11 — "Nature is the best medicine," wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Hippocrates in 400 B.C. Today, in our urbanized and denatured world, there’s added meaning to the famous quote, says Dr. Howard Frumkin, a professor of occupational and environmental medicine at Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health in Atlanta. "If we put ourselves in beautiful natural places," he says, "we may find that we feel better and that certain diseases even run their course faster."

COMMENT: Take time to get outside and enjoy the beauty of nature. Walking is a great way to accomplish this…be aware of your surroundings: plants, trees, sounds, colors, sky, clouds, breeze…a wonderful way to "cleanse" the mind and spirit.

There's a new artificial sweetener on the block and it is already in a wide range of products, some even sold in health food stores and manufactured by nutritionally-oriented companies. But is it proven safe? Does it provide any benefit to the public? Does it help with weight loss? Are there any long term human studies? Has it been shown to be safe for the environment? The answer to all of these questions is unfortunately a resounding NO.

The artificial sweetener sucralose, which is sold under the name SplendaT, is one of the up-and-coming "next generation" of high-intensity sugar substitutes. It is non-caloric and about 600 times sweeter than sucrose (white table sugar), although it can vary from 320 to 1,000 times sweeter, depending on the food application. The white crystalline powder tastes like a lot like sugar, but is more intense in its sweetness.

Sucralose is produced by chlorinating sugar (sucrose). This involves chemically changing the structure of the sugar molecules by substituting three chlorine atoms for three hydroxyl groups.

Should Sucralose be Avoided? The Holistic Medicine Web Page cites the following reasons to avoid sucralose: Pre-approval tests indicated potential toxicity of sucralose. There are no *independent* controlled human studies on sucralose (similar to 15 years ago for aspartame). There are no long-term (12-24 months) human studies of sucralose's effects. There is no monitoring of health effects. It took government agencies decades to agree that there were countless thousands of deaths from tobacco. Why? Simply because there had been no monitoring or epidemiological studies. Without such monitoring and studies, huge effects can easily go unnoticed.

COMMENT: The fact that Sucralose is made by chlorinating sugar should be a BIG RED FLAG as to its safety. Chlorine is a known cancer-causing chemical…need we say more?

Almonds are probably the best all-around nuts. Their fat content is less than most, about 60 percent, and the protein concentration is nearly 20 percent. The almond nuts are the fruits of a small tree that grows nearly thirty feet tall and is abundant in many areas of the world, including Asia, the Mediterranean, and North America. Almonds, which are of the soft-shell variety, possess a sweeter nut than those in hard shells, which may be slightly bitter. The presence of 2-4 percent amygdalin, commonly known as laetrile, has caused almonds to be considered as a cancer-preventing nut. Most of the fats of the almond are polyunsaturated and are high in linoleic acid, our main essential oil. Almond oil is a very stable oil used in pharmaceutical preparations, to hold scents in fragrant oils, or for massage therapy. Almonds are very high in vitamin E, and contain some B vitamins. Calcium is also found in high amounts, and almonds or homemade almond milk can be used as a tasty calcium source. Copper, iron, zinc, potassium, and phosphorus are also present in good amounts, as are magnesium and manganese. Sodium is very low. Some selenium is present. COMMENT: Make sure you are consuming raw, organic almonds (not roasted). Limiting your in-take to 10-12 almonds per day will give you all of the above benefits.

* Alcoholism: Depletes levels of many essential nutrients and amino acids which are necessary for proper brain physiology. * Candidiasis: Chronic overgrowth of yeast in the gut * Chronic pain: The experience of ongoing physical or emotional pain * Dietary Imbalances: Excess sugar and caffeine consumption * Environmental factors: Toxic reactions to neurotoxins such as solvents and heavy metals--aluminum, cadmium and lead. * Food and chemical sensitivities: Allergies to foods such as dairy and wheat as well as to chemicals such as aspartame * Hormonal imbalance: When the endocrine glands (thyroid, ovaries, testes, pituitary, and adrenal) are under stress or not functioning properly, hormone levels may fluctuate and profoundly effect mood. * Hypoglycemia: This condition of low blood sugar can lead to chronic mood swings and depression. * Hypothyroidism: Low levels of thyroid hormone can lead to exhaustion and depression. * Infectious Diseases: Such as strep throat, especially in children, affects the auto immune system * Intestinal parasites: Symptoms of parasitic infection include brain fog, depression and feelings of doom. * Lack of exercise: Non-exercisers are three times more likely to have depression as exercisers. * Leaky Gut Syndrome: Caused by candidiasis and intestinal parasites can lead to allergic reactions, poor absorption of food, and malnourishment. * Lifestyle: High stress levels, smoking and lack of exercise can lead to depression. * Low levels of neurotransmitters: Low levels of serotonin and nor epinephrine * Malabsorption: Inability to properly absorb nutrients due to deficiency in stomach HCL, pancreatic enzymes or bile acids. * Nutritional deficiencies: Deficiencies in vitamin B Complex, vitamin C, iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium * Pharmaceutical Drugs: Anti-psychotics, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, beta-blockers, cholinergics, corticosteroids, estrogens (including contraceptives, levodopa, reserpine). PMS/Menopause: Often accompanied by mood swings, anxiety and depression. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Caused by lack of exposure to sunlight.

Unfortunately, much of the western medical establishment refuses to acknowledge the incredible benefits of music. It is not employed regularly in most hospitals and medical practices, and is not covered by insurance. Despite the overwhelming amount of anecdotal evidence that music heals, the medical establishment will argue that there is no 'proof' of the efficacy of music - nothing which meets the rigorous requirements of the scientific method.

But healing isn't about science. Healing is about people. And real people are experiencing very real results from the healing power of music, often through the efforts of volunteers, in hospices, senior centers, and in cancer and children's wards.

Stress is the number one indicator of the likelihood of having a heart attack or stroke. More than diet, more than family history, more than weight. Stress kills. Music offers us relief from stress in many ways. It helps us to open ourselves emotionally and let loose with feelings that may be causing disease. It inspires us to examine ourselves, our lives and our relationships. Through our mind and emotion, music can reduce stress.

Music also has measurable physical effects on the body. Certain kinds of music actually lower blood pressure and heart rate, regulate breathing and lower cholesterol. For individuals with hypertension and related conditions, music can be much more powerful (and safer) than many prescription drugs.

Our immune systems are being challenged every moment. Stress, pollution in the air, our water, our food; new strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria; they all take a toll on our body's ability to fight disease.

Despite the millions of dollars being spent on research, cancer is rampant today. Tuberculosis is actually becoming a problem again, and countless viruses are attacking from all directions. What can we do to reverse the ravages of a weakened immune system? Listen to and make music. Research has shown that alkaline music (such as soothing classical, East Indian, harp music and chant) actually increases the body's ability to ward off disease.

People undergoing surgery require less anesthesia, awaken from anesthesia more quickly and with less side effects, and heal more rapidly when healing music is played before, during and after the surgical procedure. Patients recovering from heart attacks and strokes respond much more quickly to treatment when soothing music is played in their rooms.

Many studies have shown the incredible effects that music has on chronic pain. People suffering from back pain, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and pain from injuries; all benefit from using music. Physical therapy is much more effective when combined with music. And burn victims experience much less pain when music they choose and enjoy is employed during their treatments.

Individuals suffering from depression need less medication and have more success in psychotherapy when music is added to their course of treatment. Grief, loneliness, even anger; are all managed much better when appropriate music is added to therapy.

Autistic children and children diagnosed with attention deficit disorder all react positively to music therapy. Kids with learning disabilities show remarkable improvement in mathematics, reading and reasoning skills when they are exposed to appropriate music. The results are magnified many times when these same children have an opportunity to make music.

That's true of anyone suffering from nearly any malady. Making music - the act of creating melodious sound - is an incredibly powerful healing tool. Physical, mental and emotional challenges are met so much more easily when one can make music! It doesn't have to be performance quality - it just has to be from the heart. Singing, humming, toning, whistling, beating a drum, playing a flute or harp or guitar or piano - anything. When music is made out of love, incredible healing occurs.

On the other hand, music that is negative, or filled with hate or fear, can be emotionally and physically damaging. It inspires more fear, and from fear comes imbalance and disease. And just as the sound of a jackhammer sets up painful vibrations in our ears, music with discordant frequencies or hateful lyrics sets up dissonant vibrations in our bodies and souls. We must be conscious of the negative effects of raucous sounds and negative music, and counteract them with positive music created out of love.

The health of the physical body is inextricably tied to our emotional, mental and spiritual health. Music is a powerful catalyst for healing because it touches the very core of humanity... our souls. With music, we can remember our connection to the Creator and the powerful Healer within. We can take control of our health and our lives as we enjoy The Healing Sound of Music.

COMMENT: Music is indeed the universal language. It can calm, energize, encourage, and up-lift. "The Mozart Effect" recordings by Don Campbell are excellent in promoting energy, learning, creative development and healing. Check them out…you will be glad that you did!

Antibacterial Soaps 'Cause for Concern.' A survey shows that nearly half of all hand soaps -- including 75 percent of liquid soaps available in the U.S. and nearly one-third of all bar soaps – contain antibacterials, despite growing evidence that the products facilitate the emergence of bacteria with mutations that make them resistant to antibiotics. COMMENT: Use all "natural" soaps & cleansers.

Reducing TV Viewing Prevents Obesity. A recent study at Stanford University has shown that reducing television, videotape and video-game use can help prevent childhood obesity. Researchers gave children in one elementary school an 18-lesson, six-month classroom curriculum to reduce overall TV viewing. Compared with controls, children who took the course had statistically significant decreases in body mass index, waist circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio. COMMENT: Have your children "sign-up" for a parent designated time of TV viewing per week (ex. 2 hours/week). Then let them pick out, with your guidance, what shows they will use to complete their "allotted time." Keep the TV off as much as possible…yes, you will get used to it AND after a couple of weeks you will see that your children have found "better" ways to use their time.

Diet Cuts Cholesterol Within a Week. A recent study has shown that a very high-fiber vegetable, fruit and nut diet can reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL, the "bad cholesterol") by 33% within a week and possibly decrease the risk of colon cancer.

Preventing Artery Clogging With Lutein. Lutein, a yellow pigment found in dark green leafy vegetables and egg yolks, may help prevent clogging of neck arteries, researchers report in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association. There is also some evidence that lutein supplementation may help prevent macular degeneration, the most common cause of irreversible blindness in the elderly.

Will Sedentary Death Syndrome Get You? Researchers say that 60 percent of all Americans are currently at risk for Sedentary Death Syndrome, or "SeDS," a condition that leads to premature disability or death. They estimate that approximately 2.5 million Americans will die prematurely in the next 10 years because of SeDS--a number greater than all alcohol, guns, motor vehicles, illicit drug use and sexual behavior related deaths combined. COMMENT: This is reason enough to GET UP AND GET GOING! A "brisk" walk about an hour before bed will not only get you moving but will also help you to get a good night’s rest.

Study: Apples, Tomatoes Good for Lungs. British scientists have found that, if you want to have healthy lungs, you should eat apples and tomatoes. They apparently can help to reduce the risk of asthma and chronic lung diseases.

Tai Chi Cuts Arthritis Pain in Elderly. Tai Chi, a gentle form of exercise long practiced in China, can significantly reduce arthritic pain in the elderly, according to a pilot study. COMMENT: These classes are "popping-up" everywhere…check out your local fitness center or community center.

Natural Light Aids Productivity, Grades. A new study suggests that natural light increases human productivity and helps children do better in school. COMMENT: Consider changing your light bulbs to Full-Spectrum Lighting. You can purchase these at "Bed, Bath and Beyond" and also at many health food stores.

5 Herbal Headache Helpers - Ginger: may cut the severity of migraines, especially those linked with nausea. Lavender: commonly used for stress-induced tension headaches. Passionflower: may alleviate stress and ease muscle tension that contributes to headaches. Skullcap: best for tension headaches, especially those associated with mental or physical exhaustion. May soothe nervous tension that contributes to head pain. White Willow: relieves pain with compounds similar to aspirin.

Emotional Words Best Heard In Left Ear. If you want to tell someone you love them you should tell them through their left ear. People are more likely to remember emotional words, such as "love," if they hear them through their left ear, a study by psychologists at Sam Houston State University in Texas found. It revealed that if sweet nothings are heard through the right ear, they are more likely to be forgotten. The researchers say their findings can be explained by the fact that the left ear is controlled by the right side of the brain, which in turn is responsible for processing emotions. The findings are consistent with the role of the brain's right hemisphere in the processing of emotional stimuli. The researchers found the participants had a stronger memory of emotional words they had heard through the left ear. Their recollection of similar words heard through the right ear was not as strong.

11^TH. Thou shall not worry, for worry is the most unproductive of all human activities.

12^th. Thou shall not be fearful, for most of the things we fear never come to pass. Fear = death.

13^th. Thou shall not cross bridges before you come to them, for no one has yet succeeded in accomplishing this.

14^th. Thou shall handle only one problem at a time, and leave the others to the Lord until their turn comes up.

15^th. Thou shall not take troubles to bed with you, for they make very poor bedfellows.

16^th. Thou shall not try to carry the problems of the world on your shoulders, for nobody (except One) has a back that is broad enough.

17^th. Thou shall be a good listener, for God often speaks to us through the mouths of others.

18^th. Thou shall not try to relive yesterday; for good or ill, it is forever gone. Live in the now and rejoice in it.

19^th. Thou shall firmly dismiss feelings of frustration, for 90% of it is rooted in self-pity and will interfere with positive action.

20^th. Thou shall count thy blessings, never overlooking the smallest, for our biggest blessings are composed of many small ones.

WHAT YOU CREATE IN LIFE IS UP TO YOU. You have all the tools and resources you need. What you do with them is up to you. There are three kinds of people: those who make it happen, those who watch it happen, and those who wondered what happened. Take charge of your life/health or someone else will!

DISCLAIMER: The views and nutritional advice expressed by Global Healing Center are not intended to be a substitute for conventional medical service. If you have a severe medical condition, see your physician of choice. We do not claim to "cure" disease, but simply help you make physical and mental changes in your own body in order to help your body heal itself.

October, 2001