There are hundreds of different cold and flu viruses, most of them which routinely alter themselves on an annual basis in response to their own environment. This means that any thought of the traditional medical cure is nowhere in sight. This is because of the way in which current antibiotics and medications are developed. For this reason many of these same cure words which were used by our ancestors continue to be used today in order to cure the flu. The flu will typically affect between 10 and 35% of the population each year, depending upon the virulence of seasonal flu variety and how well protected individuals keep themselves.

In close quarters, conditions are always right for the spread of the virus which explains why the highest incidence of the flu is in children between the ages of five to 18 who spend most of their time in school. However, the most serious complications occur in older adults and those whose immune system is compromised from underlying medical conditions such as diabetes, asthma or AIDS.

In the past several decades the overuse of antibiotics has become a serious problem and led to the resistance in several disease causing bacteria and the mutation of the influenza virus when exposed to these drugs. According to a national survey, over-the-counter cough and cold medications sales are several billion dollars each year. Each year or pharmaceutical industries come out with another flu shot to help with the seasonal flu variety, but it is unable to prevent illness as well as anticipated because the flu virus mutates from year to year and the vaccine is produced based on the previous years virus.

In an effort to decrease the amount of symptoms and illness which is experienced many people are turning to alternative forms of treatment that are believed to be less invasive and less toxic to the body. One of the best cures for the flu is prevention. It is much easier to prevent the body from contracting the flu virus than it is to cure it once it is already happened.

Such building a healthy immune system is the number one defense mechanism an individual can to help themselves prevent the flu. This is accomplished by getting plenty of rest, at least eight hours each night, during which the body regenerates and heals. You should also eliminate as much sugar from the diet as possible. A teaspoon of sugar will negatively impact the immune system for up to six hours. It is better to satisfy your taste buds with sweet organic fruit then ice cream or chocolate.

We really are what we eat, which means that our diets and the foods that we eat each and every day, will have a significant impact on our immune system. Drink as much water as possible each day to help flush out toxins and waste products. This actually helps to decrease the workload on the kidneys and it improves your immune system.

Exercise is an important factor in maintaining the health and well-being of your immune system. It helps to move the lymph system through the body, sheds unwanted pounds, removes toxins, improves vitamin D production when done outside and improve blood circulation throughout the extremities. New research has shown that vitamin D plays an important role in both the prevention and cure of the common cold, flu, and other illnesses that are caused by invasion of bacteria and viruses.

Intake of a good multivitamin with vitamin C is also another important factor in the prevention and cure of the flu. Vitamins C works in conjunction with vitamin D in order to boost the immune system and cure or prevent the flu.

Keep your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth. The flu virus can be easily transmitted from your hands to your eyes, nose or mouth and effectively inoculate yourself with the virus. Wash your hands frequently, after coming in contact with solid objects, shaking hands with people, each trip to the bathroom and before bed. Do not use antibacterial soaps because they are likely to spread antibiotic resistant bacteria. Instead practice good hand washing techniques under her warm water with friction and for at least a minute and a half.

Decrease the amount of stress in your life, as much as possible. Stress will negatively impact your immune system and increase the likelihood that you will contract a cold or the flu. Learn to manage your stress with deep breathing, walking, music or exercise. Learn to manage your stress by also eliminating the individuals are situations which cause an increase in the stress level that you feel each day. You may leave that it is impossible to remove these situations from your life but it is much more difficult to accommodate your lifestyle to the stress related illnesses which can result.

If you do feel that you’re starting to get the flu you can help to decrease the symptoms and shorten the illness by taking a few quick steps. Begin to gargle with salt water three to four times a day to kill the viruses which are breeding in the back of your throat. Use a normal saline spray in each nostril and gently blow the excess fluid out three to four times a day. This accomplishes the same thing as the gargle wash except it addresses the viruses in your nasal cavity and sinuses. Use the Netti pot to flush the viruses out of your sinus cavities. Take vitamin C in divided doses several times each day. Be sure that the vitamin C you are taking is ascorbic acid and take the recommended dosage on the bottle.

Drink plenty of fluids and fresh vegetable juices to help flush out the toxins and give the body added enzymes required to decrease inflammation, pain and flush the viruses from the body. Using zinc lozenges has been shown to shorten the length of colds and flu. It is important to recognize that you must suck on the lozenge and not chew them. If you find that you’re nauseous you should stop using the think lozenges immediately because it is a sign of zinc toxicity. However, many people find that think lozenges themselves make them slightly nauseous so evaluate your nausea based on how you feel when you are not sucking on the lozenge.

Go out in the sunlight for at least 20 minutes each day, twice a day, in order to absorb and manufacture vitamin D. Vitamin D has been shown to improve the body’s immune system and help to decrease the length of any illness caused by viruses and bacteria. Garlic is another alternative treatment for the flu. It has antibacterial and antiviral properties that help the immune system to fight infection. Coupled with Echinacea it makes a strong fighting force against many infections.

Ginger is another herbal roots that is a natural antiviral. It is also pain relieving and often recommended for individuals who suffer from arthritis. It is valuable both in the prevention and treatment of illnesses caused by viruses as well is inflammation of mucous membranes in the treatment of sore throats. It has a mild sedative effect which helps an individual to rest while ill. It can be added to tea, soaked in hot water or taken as a tincture.

Traditional Western medicine has not yet found a cure for the treatment of in the influenza virus. Although the immune system of most healthy individuals is able to fight off the flu virus after one to three days, those who have underlying medical conditions can experience more severe complications from the influenza virus that can even lead to deaths. For this reason, it is very important to help bolster the immune system using healthy nutrition to decrease the likelihood of any serious complications.

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Has dieting failed you?

Even though you are lead to believe that you have failed at dieting, it is actually the diet that has failed you.

Diets by design are setting you up for failure. Dieting leaves you hungry, cranky and totally bored with your food choices. It’s no wonder that 97% of the people who start a diet quit after 3 weeks. That figure gets a bit more startling when you look at 98% of people, who have stuck it out long enough to reach their goal weight, regain it within 2 years.

If you are not slim and trim, even after a long dieting period, there’s no doubt that you are going to want to find more information about a new (yet thousands of years old) weight loss breakthrough. It’s called hoodia.

Hoodia, is a natural herbal appetite suppressant from South Africa and is earning attention as a secret weapon in the war against obesity and fat accumulation. Hoodia supplements were just introduced to the world market in early 1990′s yet have taken dieting to a whole new level.

Here are some key points about hoodia that you need to know.

‘ Hoodia gordonii resembles a small cactus herb, but is not actually part of the cactus family. The most effective and potent hoodia is grown in the Kalahari Desert of southern Africa and stands about 3 feet high. It had been mainly used by Bushmen to kill hunger during their long trips in desert, but is now one of the most natural weight loss products to ever hit the market.

‘ Hoodia gordonii is purely natural (considered in many countries to be a food product) and it is not a drug, yet some Pharmaceutical companies are trying to isolate its P57 molecule which gives it it’s hunger fighting abilities.

‘ Only the gordonii variation of hoodia has been proven to have superior appetite suppressant abilities. Before purchasing any hoodia product, always check to see that it is the gordonii variety.

‘ Hoodia gives emotion to brain that says “you’ve had enough to eat’. This emotional trigger allowed test subjects to eat an average of 1,500 calories less per day without trying to diet. They stopped eating because they were satisified.

‘ Hoodia’s main side effect is the reduction of hunger and cravings but it also has the side effect of giving its users a general sense of wellbeing. Many hoodia users in testing felt less stressed during their normal day to day activities. Other than reducing calorie intake by 1/3 and making you feel content, hoodia has no other know side effects. No jitters, no nausea, no rapid heart beat, no staying awake at night. hoodia may be taken right before bed, it’s that gentle. Here is something about how Hoodia works.

Most of diet pills available in market may be Pharmaceutical or Herbal and work by trying to increase the rate at which your body burns fat. It treats our body as a machine and calories act as the fuel. If you run the machine faster and harder, you surely will burn more fuel (calories). But in this way you can have some additional health hazards and adverse side effects that just don’t out weight the benefits. But hoodia has a different working mechanism. It will just trick your hypothalamus into feeling that you have already taken your food.

Because when you eat food, blood sugar level increases and the nerve cells of hypothalamus that sense glucose sugar, start firing and now you feel full and satisified. But the P57 molecule, which is the main component of hoodia, is 110,000 times more active than glucose. It goes to the brain and makes those hypothalamus cells fire, and it gives you a feeling of fullness. Tricky hoodia.

Hoodia will work differently for each individual, but as an average, it takes 30-45 minutes to work. Usually the dosage is 1-2 pills of hoodia before each meal for first two weeks. After the first 2 weeks the dosage is normally reduced. But remember, that you should follow the hoodia product label instructions and also confer with your family health professional just in case you happen to have an underlying health issue.

Hoodia has taken the world by storm and the world is loving hoodia!

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Ingredients

12 slices of bacon
3 large tomatoes, seeded and sliced
1 9-inch deep dish pastry shell, baked
8 green onions, chopped
1-1/2 C. Cheddar cheese, extra sharp, grated
1-1/2 C. mayonnaise

Directions

Fry bacon; drain and crumble into small bits.

Arrange tomato slices in pastry shell. Place chopped onions and bacon bits on top.

In a small bowl, mix cheese and mayo. Add this topping to your pastry shell.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

Serve hot and as a side dish for beef, pork, or chicken.

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Mental Edge Monday Topic #26: Is Good Enough ever Good Enough? Happy Labor Day Weekend! I hope everyone is taking some time off this weekend and gearing up for the fall. I love the turn of seasons because it gives me energy to set a new course for the coming months. This time around, however, I experienced something new. I finally said no to taking on an epic challenge. Was this the start of a new outlook on life? Last week, my four sons and I were watching a new show called American Ninja Warriors . The show is insane. What the competitors are expected to do is even more insane.

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All teens, just like any adult, feel anxious from time to time as a normal reaction to stressors. Going on a date, speaking in public, meeting new people, competing in sports, performing on stage, and taking exams are some of the things that make us feel apprehensive. However, some teens experience severe anxiety than others. Some even feel severe anxiety by just thinking about the situation that has yet to happen. And when someone experiences episodes of panics or develops irrational fear over certain events or problems, it is known as anxiety attack.

When is too much anxiety too much?

Excess anxiety is when you feel worry, anxious and afraid for no apparent reason at all. Under normal circumstances, teens worry because of specific things (like what was mentioned above). But there is an obvious difference between healthy anxiety and irrational anxiousness. Teens during an anxiety attack tend to react disproportionately over simple things or events that seem not to cause any excessive anxious reaction to others. In other words, too much anxiety is an unusual reaction over simple or trivial things.

What are the signs and symptoms of anxiety attacks?

Different people react to situations differently. Hence, there are really no uniform symptoms of anxiety attack that are present to all. Nonetheless, teens may show some or all of the following signs: shortness of breath, chest pain, heart burn, smothering sensation, sweating, shivering, chilling or shaking, numbness in the head and face, neck and shoulder pain, palpitation, derealisation or depersonalization, hyperactivity, dry mouth, fear of going crazy, headaches, stomach pain, and other body pains.

Take note that some of the mentioned signs and symptoms can be caused by other medical, psychological, and physical conditionals. They can also be the effects of current medical treatment, side effects of certain medications or the body’s natural reaction to stimuli.

What are the available remedies for anxiety attacks?

Medication
Severe cases of anxiety attacks may require prescription drugs to control or reduce its symptoms. Prescription drugs may be antidepressants and benzodiazepines. Antidepressants may take some weeks to take effect so it is important to continuously take medications and not just during an attack. Benzodiazepines, on the other hand, have quick relief effects, usually within 30 minutes, but they are highly addictive, thus it should be used with caution. Remember that medication should not be the first treatment option as there are other effective ways to combat the effects of anxiety.

Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective ways to treat anxiety attacks or any anxiety disorder for that matter. CBT focuses on the thinking pattern of the patients and replaces negative thoughts with positive ones.

Exposure therapy exposes the person to the physical sensations of panic in a safe and controlled environment. Through repeated exposure, patients gain greater self control and more confidence in facing fearful situation.

Natural Remedies
Proper diet, regular exercise and sufficient sleep bring balance to the body, which help reduce the episodes of anxiety attacks.

Massage, aromatherapy, relaxation and breathing techniques promote wellness, relax muscles and ease muscle tension.

Herbal treatments naturally relieve stress and restlessness associated with anxiety, thus solving anxiety problem.

Thinking positively and talking to a supportive person help stop the occurrence of anxiety attacks.

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Hem white cheesecloth in thirty inch length, fold in a small square. Place the dry clean cloths in a fruit jar with a mixture of one pint hot water stirred with one-fourth cup lemon oil.

With a stick, press the liquid into the cloth. Squeeze dry and hang in the air. Wash after using. Dusters must be kept clean.

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Ingredients:
1 block tofu, drained and sliced into 1 inch square
oz coconut milk
1 tbsp curry powder (or more)
1 cup water
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
tsp freshly grated ginger
3 tbsp olive oil
Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:
In a blender, process the ginger, garlic, onion and a splash of olive oil, until smooth.

Heat the 3 tbsp olive oil on medium high heat in a large wok and add the ginger/garlic mixture. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes, then add the tofu and some red pepper flakes. Saut gently for about 5 minutes.

Reduce the heat slightly and add the water, coconut and curry powder. Combine well, and simmer for about 20 minutes, while stirring occasionally.

Serve immediately with a bowl of fragrant rice and some Naan bread.

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Anxiety Disorder can be a debilitating and all-consuming condition for many of those who suffer from it. Whether you are affected by Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder or one of the many other forms of the disorder, you may have investigated the option of using prescription medication as part of your treatment.

With over 19 million people in the U.S. alone reporting suffering from some type of it, anxiety disorder is the most common of all mental health disorders. Fortunately, anxiety disorder is highly treatable, and with professional help, it can often be completely overcome. Many times, successful treatment depends only upon individual or group therapy and learned relaxation techniques. In some cases, however, anti-anxiety prescription medication is also recommended. The most commonly prescribed anxiety medications are benzodiazepines, such as Xanax, because they tend to have fewer side effects than anti-depressant medications. But benzodiazepines also carry a risk of alarming side effects and can be highly addictive, spurring many people to seek safer, more natural alternatives.

There are many natural herbs for anxiety which have been proven to effectively ease many of the symptoms of anxiety with a very low risk of side effects. Just as with prescription medications, everyone reacts differently to natural medications, and it can take time to find the right combination and dosage for your body. There are many combination remedies on the market that include a mixture of effective ingredients, and that may provide you with long-lasting anxiety relief.

Passion flower, an ingredient that is often used in natural medicine, alleviates hyperactivity, anxiety, insomnia, nervous tension — and is even sometimes used to treat Parkinson’s Disease. Passion flower soothes and calms and can lower high blood pressure.

Lemon balm is a general restorative for the nervous system, can reduce blood pressure and also calm the digestive system.

Lavender is an excellent anxiety treatment and one of the best natural panic attack treatments. Lavender is a general tonic for the nervous system and a natural relaxant.

Valerian is a popular natural ingredient that can be used as a sedative and a painkiller. It is often effectively employed as a treatment for anxiety and for insomnia, as well.

You may find that with psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, relaxation exercises or support groups, or some combination of all of them, you do not need any medication. But if you do decide to explore the option of medication, natural treatments for anxiety can provide you with safe, effective results, without the risk of side effects that prescription medications pose. Natural medications are becoming increasingly popular as awareness of them grows, and you might find that they are the right treatment for you as well.

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Overcoming side effects of Prozac is a puzzle and a problem that affects hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. alone. Depression is a pervasive problem that is a part of the lives of over 12% of the population. With the advent of SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) drugs the treatment of depression left the closet and became a popular buzz word and fashion element.

Unfortunately depression is more than fashionable. It is debilitating. It wrecks marriages. People lose jobs and relationships. Some lose their lives.

The use SSRI medications to treat depression has made a significant impact on the statistics and decreased the risk of negative life changes. SSRI medications include Paxil, Zoloft and Prozac. Prozac was the first SSRI to be released and was haled as a miracle drug for years. By the end of the 1990s Prozac was being prescribed by family physicians for depression, anxiety, drug addiction and ADD.

Although it continues to help those in need there are those that need help overcoming side effects of Prozac. The mania over prescribing antidepressant medications as a feel good drug has since receded. But in its place are people who really need the help of an antidepressant medication to work through psychotherapy.

Prozac can have side effects that are themselves debilitating. Some find the side effects worse than the depression. Others find that withdrawing from the medication can be difficult. Up to 60% of men and women will suffer from sexual dysfunction while taking Prozac.

The popularity of prescribing Prozac occurred because of the seemingly low side effect profile as compared to tricyclic antidepressant which had been the only medications available until the 1990s. Today, physicians and patients understand that overcoming the side effects of Prozac can be challenging and present new problems in patient who otherwise have enough to deal with.

One challenge that patients may have in overcoming side effects of prozac is recognizing them in the first place. Although the side effect profile is smaller than that of other types of antidepressants there continue to be problems that users have. Some of these side effects are minor while others are life changing or debilitating.

Some of the more benign side effects include dry mouth, constipation, restlessness, yawning and tension, loss of appetite headaches. Other more serious side effects that impact the daily lives of people using the medication are urinary retention, sedation, weight gain, insomnia, nausea, sexual desire and performance disturbances, fatigue, excessive sweating, bronchitis, muscle pain, painful menstruation, chills and memory loss.

In some people the effectiveness of the drug itself will diminish over time. Your physician may need to change the dosage or change the medication if your body becomes used to the medication and no longer responds as predicted.

Overcoming side effects of Prozac are often simple since many are transient, or side effects that disappear after several weeks of taking the drug. Some symptoms are experienced by the user for the duration of the treatment

Once you have taken Prozac for two or three weeks you should be able to evaluate which side effects you will probably continue to experience which are no longer a problem. Keep a diary of the side effects you experience over the first several months to track how many you experience and whether there appears to be triggers for them.

For instance you may only experience periods of insomnia when you are already over tired and not receiving enough rest. Or maybe your particular response to the sleep disturbances are to fall to sleep quickly but awaken early in the morning hours unable to fall back to sleep.

Overcoming side effects of Prozac means knowing the side effects, the triggers and the potential solutions. Some of the side effects indicate that there are other issues within your body and you may need to switch from Prozac to another antidepressant medication. One such side effect is the increased risk of suicide thoughts and behaviors.

Some chose to change to more homeopathic types of treatment when they consider overcoming side effects of Prozac. Some describe using antidepressants as a sledgehammer to crack a nut especially in the cases of mild to moderate depression. The desired effect of the medication is to change the mood of the patient but bombarding a delicate system with hormones and chemicals can upset the applecart. No wonder there is such a laundry list of side effects!

Overcoming side effects of Prozac is so important to the medical community that new research and development is being done on a drug that will increase the arousal and desire in those taking it. Prozac has been shown to decrease arousal and difficulty with orgasm. Although Viagra will increase blood flow and ability to reach orgasm it doesnt address the specific needs of those taking SSRI medications and their decreased libido.

Overcoming side effects of Prozac is an issue that you must discuss with your physician and pharmacist. Although there are options for adjustment or additional treatments to address the side effects only your pharmacist and physician can appropriately evaluate the potential drug interactions and prescribe the correct option.

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Activated charcoal powder is an amazing substance and there are many benefits of activated charcoal. It adsorbs more poisons than any other substance known to mankind.

Did you know about these benefits of activated charcoal?

It can adsorb lead acetate, strychnine, DDT, many drugs (including cocaine, iodine, penicillin, aspirin, phenobarbital), and inorganic substances (chlorine, lead, and mercury).

Activated charcoal powder can adsorb thousands of times its own weight in gases, heavy metals, poisons, and other chemicals; thus it renders them ineffective and harmless. As this absorption ability is one of the major benefits of activated charcoal, this substance is routinely used in hospitals and by physicians.

It can adsorb intestinal gas and deodorizes foul-smelling gases of various kinds.

Why are there so many benefits of activated charcoal?

Activated charcoal can do these various things because of its ability to attract other substances to its surface and hold them there. This is called “adsorption” (not absorption). Another one of the benefits of activated charcoal is that it can adsorb thousands of times its own weight in harmful substances. One teaspoonful of it has a surface area of more than 10,000 square feet.

The British medical journal, Lancet, discusses the amazing ability of the human skin to allow transfer of liquids, gases, and even micro-particles through its permeable membrane and pores, by the application of a moist, activated charcoal poultice and compress which actually draw bacteria and poisons through the skin and into the poultice or compress! The article describes the use of activated charcoal compresses to speed the healing of wounds and eliminate their odors. But the activated charcoal poultices must be kept moist and warm for this healing process to occur.

The History on the Benefits of Activated Charcoal:

Ancient Egyptian doctors, as well as Hippocrates (the Greek physician), recommended the use of charcoal for medicinal purposes due to the many benefits of activated charcoal. North American Indians used it for gas pains and skin infections. It eases inflammation and bruises.

Even more benefits of activated charcoal include:

A 1981 research study found that activated charcoal reduces the amount of gas produced by eating beans and other gas-forming foods. It adsorbs the excess gas, along with the bacteria which form the gas.

Another of the benefits of activated charcoal is that it helps eliminate bad breath, because it cleanses both the mouth and the digestive tract. It also helps to purify the blood.

It relieves symptoms of nervous diarrhea, traveler’s diarrhea (turista), spastic colon, indigestion, and peptic ulcers. For such problems, take between 1-1 1/2 tablespoons of powdered activated charcoal up to 3 times a day. Because food will reduce the effectiveness and benefits of activated charcoal, take it between meals. Swirl the charcoal in a glass of water and then drink it down; or mix it with olive oil and spoon it into your mouth.

Activated charcoal powder was placed in gas masks during World War I; and it effectively counteracted poison gas.

Bad odors, caused by skin ulcers, have been eliminated by placing charcoal-filled cloth over plastic casts. It has been used externally to effectively adsorb wound secretions, bacteria, and toxins. And, in an activated charcoal poultice and pack, it treats infections of the face, eyelids, skin, or extremities.

It is one of the best substances in poultices for mushroom poisoning, insect stings, brown recluse spider bites, black widow bites, and various types of snake bites. And we’re still not done listing the benefits of activated charcoal!

It is used in water purification, air purification, and for removing undesirable odors and impurities in food. Keep reading, the list of the benefits of activated charcoal goes on!

Charcoal is the most-used remedy when many different types of poisons may have been swallowed. Another of the benefits of activated charcoal is that it is also used for diarrhea and indigestion.

Another one of the benefits of activated charcoal powder is its use for jaundice of the newborn, poison oak and ivy reactions, and many other illnesses.

All research studies show activated charcoal powder to be harmless when it is accidentally inhaled, swallowed, or in contact with the skin. (But if enough is swallowed, it can cause a mild constipation.) No allergies to it have been reported. But it is best not to take activated charcoal longer than 12 weeks without stopping. Do not take it regularly for long periods of time.

No home, especially one with children, should be without Activated Charcoal Powder. You can purchase high-quality and effective Activated Charcoal Powder here and enjoy the many benefits of activated charcoal.

Charcoal from burned toast should never be used; since substances are present which are carcinogenic. Do not eat burned food. Charcoal briquettes are especially dangerous, because petro-chemicals have been added to them.

The most effective type of charcoal is the activated form. This process renders it 2 to 3 times as effective as regular charcoal. First, the charcoal is ground very fine; and then it is placed in a steam chamber. This opens up the charcoal and exposes more of its surfaces, so it can adsorb much more.

Modern medical science recognizes the many benefits of activated charcoal and uses Activated Charcoal USP, a pure, naturally produced wood charcoal carbon that has no carcinogenic properties.

Activated charcoal powder must be stored in a tightly sealed container, because it readily adsorbs impurities from the atmosphere. (Leaving the top off a container of charcoal will partially purify the room it is in, to the degree that the air in the room comes in contact with the charcoal.)

Simply place some in water, stir, and swallow. Or apply it to the skin’s surface. It is odorless and tasteless. Powdered, activated charcoal achieves maximum adsorption within a minute or so after absorption.

Charcoal can also be placed in empty gelatin capsules and swallowed. (Gelatin is usually processed from animals.) But they will act more slowly than swallowing the powder mixed with water. Activated charcoal powder can also be mixed with a little fruit juice before being swallowed; but, of course, it will adsorb that also. This should not be a problem if the juice is diluted or there is a sufficient amount of charcoal in it.

Activated charcoal is required by law to be part of the standard equipment on many ambulances, in case poisoning is encountered. Due to the many benefits of activated charcoal, is the first choice of the medical profession.

Scientific experiments, conducted over a period of many years, confirm the benefits of activated charcoal and attest to the effectiveness of charcoal as an antidote. In one experiment, 100 times the lethal dose of cobra venom was mixed with charcoal and injected into a laboratory animal. The animal was not harmed.

In other experiments, arsenic and strychnine were thoroughly mixed with charcoal and then swallowed by humans under laboratory conditions. The subjects survived, even though the poison dosages were 5 to 10 times the lethal dose.

Because medicinal drugs are chemical compounds, they are all poisons to a greater or lesser degree. Because of this, if charcoal is taken with them, or soon afterward, it will tend to adsorb and inactivate the drugs. Therefore, physicians recommend that you only take charcoal two hours before or two hours after taking a medicinal drug.

Physicians recognize the benefits of activated charcoal and  primarily use activated charcoal powder for eight different purposes. Here they are:

1 – To treat poisonous bites from snakes, spiders, and insects (38).
2 – To treat poisonings in general, as well as overdoses of aspirin, Tylenol, and other drugs.
3 – To treat some forms of dysentery, diarrhea, dyspepsia, and foot-and-mouth disease.
4 – To disinfect and deodorize wounds.
5 – To eliminate toxic by-products that cause anemia in cancer patients.
6 – To filter toxins from the blood in liver and kidney diseases.
7 – To purify blood in transfusions.

Although activated charcoal can be used as an antidote in poisoning from most drugs and chemicals, it will not be effective against the following: cyanide, alcohol, caustic alkalies (such as lye), mineral acids, or boric acids. Strong alkaline and acid poisons need to be treated with solutions with the opposite pH.

For example, until the ambulance arrives, calcium powder in water will help offset acids and vinegar will help offset alkalies. Consult a Poison Control Center (phone numbers are in the front of your phone book) or a doctor immediately, for instructions and information in any poisoning emergency.

When mixed with water and swallowed to counteract poisoning, activated charcoal powder adsorbs the poison or drug, inactivating it. It then carries it inert through the entire length of the digestive tract and out of the body. One of the benefits of activated charcoal is that it is not absorbed, adsorbed, neutralized, nor metabolized by the body.

No home, especially one with children, should be without Activated Charcoal Powder. You can purchase high-quality and effective Activated Charcoal Powder here and enjoy the many benefits of activated charcoal.

In a poisoning emergency, if the victim is conscious, first induce vomiting (unless he has swallowed an acid) if it can be done quickly. Ipecac is a commonly used emetic. The dosage is 1/2 oz. for children and 1 oz. for adults. Induced vomiting will bring up about 30% of the poison from the stomach.

Then give the activated charcoal to help inactivate the remaining 70%. The usual dose is 5-50 grams of charcoal, depending on age and body size. Adults should be given at least 30 grams (about half a cup of lightly packed powder), depending on the amount of poison ingested. Larger doses will be needed if the person has eaten a meal recently.

A dose of 200 grams is not excessive in cases of severe poisoning. The activated charcoal will reach its maximum rate of adsorption within one minute. The sooner it is given, the more complete will be the adsorption of the poison. Always keep a large jar of activated charcoal in your kitchen! The dose can be repeated every four hours or until charcoal appears in the stool.

Never give activated charcoal, or anything else, to an unconscious person to swallow. Contact a physician or ambulance immediately.

Do not give charcoal before giving an emetic (to get him to vomit), because the charcoal will neutralize the emetic. Remember that activated charcoal will not work in cases of poisoning by strong acids or alkalies.

More Benefits of Activated Charcoal – Here is a sampling of over 100 substances which are adsorbed by activated charcoal powder:

Acetaminophen / Aconitine / Amitriptyline / hydrochloride / Amphetamine / Antimony / Antipyrine / Arsenic / Aspirin / Atropine / Barbital, Barbiturates / Ben-Gay / Benzodiazepines / Cantharides / Camphor / Chlordane / Chloroquine / Chlorpheniramine / Chlorpromazine / Cocaine / Colchicine / Congesprin / Contact / Dalmane / Darvon / Delphinium / Diazepam / 2-, 4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid / Digitalis (Foxglove) / Dilantin / Diphenylhydantoin / Diphenoxylates / Doriden / Doxepin / Elaterin / Elavil / Equanil / Ergotamine / Ethchlorvynol / Gasoline / Glutethimide / Golden chain / Hemlock / Hexachlorophene / Imipramine / Iodine / Ipecac / Isoniazid / Kerosene / Lead acetate / Malathion / Mefenamic acid / Meprobamate / Mercuric chloride / Mercury / Methylene blue / Methyl salicylate / Miltown / Morphine / Multivitamins and minerals / Muscarine / Narcotics / Neguvon / Nicotine / Nortriptyline / Nytol / Opium / Oxazepam / Parathion / Penicillin / Pentazocine / Pentobarbital / Pesticides / Phenobarbital / Phenolphthalein / Phenol / Phenothiazines / Phenylpropanolamine / Placidyl / Potassium permanganate / Primaquine / Propantheline / Propoxyphene / Quinacrine / Quinidine / Quinine / Radioactive substances / Salicylamide / Salicylates / secobarbital / Selenium / Serax / Silver / Sinequan / Sodium Salicylate / Sominex / Stramonium / Strychnine / Sulfonamides / Talwin / Tofranil / Tree tobacco / Yew / Valium / Veratrine / Some silver and antimony salts / Many herbicides

Therapeutic Action: Activated Charcoal Powder works by ADSORPTION, which is an Electrical Action, rather than Absorption, which is a Mechanical Action. Activated Charcoal Powder ADSORBS MOST Organic and Inorganic Chemicals, that do NOT belong in the Body, but it does NOT ADSORB Nutrients! The benefits of activated charcoal, as you can see, seem nearly limitless!

Formula: To make an Activated Charcoal Slurry, you must:

1. Add 1 tsp. of Activated Charcoal Powder to an 8 oz. Glass of PURE Water and stir.

NOTE: LOWER the Dosage to 1/2 tsp. or ADD Psyllium Husks, if the Person, who needs help, has a tendency to become Constipated. And drink through a Straw, if the grittiness is a problem.

Formula: To make Activated Charcoal Poultice, you must:

1. Use EQUAL amounts of Activated Charcoal Powder with Flaxseed Meal. Blend in blender, the amount of Seed NEEDED to make the Meal.

2. Place the 2 Powders in a dry bowl and add Water SLOWLY as you stir, mixing into a Toothpaste consistency.

NOTE: 2 tablespoons of each Powder will take approximately 5 or 6 tablespoons of Water. This amount of Poultice Paste would make a Poultice approximately 6 x 6 inches.

3. Reach a DESIRED Consistency, that is NOT TOO WET to run all over, NOT TOO DRY to fall apart), and spread it EVENLY over a Macroporous Cloth, such as an UNBLEACHED (preferably) Paper Towel or a Cotton Cloth.

4. Must now place the top of your Poultice “sandwich” over the Activated Charcoal laden bottom layer.

5. Cover with a soft-type Cling Wrap (Saran Wrap).

6. Place over DESIRED Area of the Skin to be treated (Sandwich on the Skin with the Saran Wrap over the top).

7. Wrap Saran Wrap, a Towel, or a stretch-type (Ace) Bandage around to secure the Sandwich in place.

8. Leave Activated Charcoal Poultice in place overnight or at least 1-2 hours, if applied during the day.

9. Always DISCARD an Activated Charcoal Poultice after use. Do NOT REUSE it!

NOTE: The Activated Charcoal Poultice can be made SMALL by using a Bandaid or made LARGE by using a Cotton Sheet.

How to Use an Activated Charcoal Poultice

Activated charcoal poultices that are kept moist and warm actually draw toxins and poisons out through the skin tissue. This is because skin is a permeable membrane, which permits a variety of liquids and gases to enter and exit the body.

Make the poultice just large enough to cover the injured part. The paste may be made by mixing equal parts of flax seed meal or corn starch with the activated charcoal, in a bowl, and then adding just enough hot water to make a moderately thick paste. Then spread the paste over a porous cloth, covering over the top with another layer of that same cloth.

Place the poultice over the area to be treated and cover it with a piece of plastic. Cover or wrap with a cloth, to hold it all in place. Secure by a tie, stretch bandage, or pin.

Apply the activated charcoal poultice for 1 or 2 hours. If applied at bedtime, leave it on overnight. Adsorption takes place almost immediately. When it is removed, wash or gently cleanse the area with cool water. Repeat when needed. Poultices should, at the most, be changed every 6-10 hours. Do not put charcoal directly on the broken skin; because it may cause a tatooing effect, blackening the skin for a period of time.

No home, especially one with children, should be without Activated Charcoal Powder. You can purchase high-quality and effective Activated Charcoal Powder here and enjoy the many benefits of activated charcoal.

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This is a spa treatment from the Arizona desert.

Select a large, flat smooth stone, the size of your palm Heat stone in a low temperature oven until warm but not hot. Rub some scented massage oil into the stone and use this heated rock to give your partner a soothing massage.

The heat from the stone relaxes and penetrates the muscles. Use up to 15 drops of essential oil per 1 oz. of unscented carrier oil. Start with less drops, you can always add more.

Try Sweet Almond Oil, Grapeseed or Apricot Kernel Oil.

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Tasty Fennel and Parmesan Salad
Serves 4

Ingredients:
2 fennel bulbs
7 oz parmesan cheese, grated
1 garlic clove, crushed
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper

Instructions:
Slice the fennel bulbs very thinly (ideally with a food processor). Then arrange the fennel on a serving platter. Top with the grated parmesan cheese. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice and garlic. Drizzle over the fennel and gently toss. Check your seasoning and enjoy!

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In order to really effectively deal with any chronic condition including fibromyalgia, the individual with the condition has to take an active role in educating him/herself about the condition, learn coping strategies, and learn how to participate in self care strategies so that lifestyle changes can be made to improve your life and allow you to be happier living it.

Self care can involve learning how to effectively administer medications, monitor progress made while on medications, and administer at-home treatments such as the CPAP machine if the individual suffers from sleep apnea as one of the other conditions common to those with fibromyalgia. It is important for those with fibromyalgia to learn how to look at the body as a whole and to see how each part interacts with the other parts.

Self care may involve taking part in a regular exercise program or learning how to cook and eat healthier. Self care will most certainly involve learning how to monitor, record and report your symptoms. Maintaining a supportive relationship with every member of your medical team is important.

You need your medical team members and they need you to be responsive and to give adequate data regarding your symptoms and your response to treatment so that they can help you to improve your health and reduce your fibromyalgia symptoms.

Self care also involves creating a home and work life that is conducive to managing your fibromyalgia this includes reducing stress (physical, emotional and mental), getting enough restful sleep, exercising on a regular basis, pacing your activities, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle that includes eating the right foods, limiting your caffeine and alcohol intake and doing something each day that brings you pleasure.

Self care activities that you do at home or work (if you still can enjoy working) also including learning how to cope with the pain and fatigue of fibromyalgia and seeking out support systems including education, support from co-workers, family members and friends that will uplift your efforts for self care.

Your doctor can help you to design a self care program to follow that will touch upon all the above topics involved in self care. A good support system including a fibromyalgia support group will also have suggestions for ways of adding to your self care program.

Your self care program like your treatment program will change to follow your changing symptoms and will be an ongoing part of your life. The better you are at designing and implementing a self care program the more improvements you will see in how you feel and how you relate to yourself and others.

Being able to manage your fibromyalgia and realize that your life is changing for the better can boost your self-esteem, make you feel good about yourself and lead to an improved lifestyle.

Doctors and therapist can only take you to a certain point when managing your condition. They can prescribe medications and treatments but cant force you to take them or to participate in the treatments. You are the only one who can make a difference in your life by taking the steps necessary to develop good self care habits.

FibroFree Complex is a safe, non-addictive, FDA-registered natural remedy containing 100% homeopathic ingredients selected to relieve localized muscle pain, tender ligaments, sore tendons and tender spots on the body. FibroFree Complex may be taken at the first sign of tenderness as it works quickly to soothe body aches, cramps and pains, as well as alleviate facial pain and headaches.

This remedy contains a selection of homeopathic ingredients known to relieve fatigue and promote energy levels, mood and mental clarity (reducing the feeling of ‘brain fog’), without side effects. FibroFree Complex is taken internally and presented in a convenient, concentrated tincture formula. It is easy to ingest and hassle–free with no artificial colors or preservatives. It is safe for all ages, including pregnant women or those who may be breastfeeding.

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Ingredients:
1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup Monterrey jack cheese, grated
2 (13 oz) cans artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
cup mayonnaise
cup sour cream

Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Grease a casserole dish slightly.

Put the spinach in the microwave and heat on high for about 5 minutes. Squeeze dry.

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the Monterrey cheese and mix well. Spoon into the casserole dish and top with the grated Monterrey cheese. Put in the oven for about 30 minutes.

Serve warm with bagel chips.

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Guest Post Courtesy of the Xtend-Life Blog

With the aging process, changes occur in the body. When it comes to the skin, these changes can be internal and external. External changes are associated with the skin’s appearance while internal changes occur beneath the skin’s surface on a cellular level. As you may know. the skin has three layers: The Epidermis (Outermost layer) The Dermis (Middle layer) The Subcutaneous layer (Below the Dermis) As we age, the epidermis begins to thin and melanocytes start decreasing in number…giving the skin a pale appearance. As we age, our skin also loses its suppleness, texture and strength. This is associated with the Five Main Causes Of Aging…resulting in sagging appearances, wrinkles, fine lines and other visible signs of aging. Here is the progression of the visible signs of aging characterized by age group: Age 20-25: Vertical wrinkles start appearing on one’s forehead and even lines between the eyebrows may already be visible. Fine lines at the external edges of the eyes are not yet noticeable…however, a history of heavy smoking, drinking and/or excessive exposure to the sun may result in these signs of premature aging starting to appear early in life. Age 25-40: In the epidermis, wrinkles begin to deepen and more fine lines start appearing. Wrinkles are less than 0.0005 mm in depth and are usually caused by the superficial drying out of one’s skin, damage and loss of collagen in the skin, as well as the slowing down of cellular renewal. Age 40-50: Fine lines start appearing around the lips, crow’s feet around the eyes, lines parallel to the nose and the line separating the eyebrows are all beginning to deepen and widen. The skin is now losing more of its natural strength and elasticity while shape of the face starts changing as the skin begins to sag…resulting in less defined facial contours. Age 50 and over: Hormonal changes associated with menopause in women and the conversion of testosterone into estrogen in men accelerates the aging process. The skin’s surface now shows clear and distinct signs of aging…these signs are only exacerbated by lifestyle factors like smoking, drinking, environmental elements, excessive junk food etc. Regardless of your age, your skin needs a healthy foundation and the best way to nourish this foundation is through natural effective skincare products as well as dietary supplements formulated to contain ingredients that have proven efficacy when it comes to supporting skin health. This one-two-punch combination is a great way to ensure your skin is getting the best nourishment it can. Fight the Five Main Causes of Aging with the Xtend-Life skincare range. We have a women’s and a men’s range of products specifically formulated to suit the specific skin physiology and differences between the two genders. Complementing this with products like the Total Balance range to nourish your skin from the inside out with Omega 3 / DHA Fish Oil Premium. You’ll be building the ideal foundation on which youthful, healthy skin can be built…regardless of your current age. It’s never too late to start a complete skincare regime so why not give your skin the health and appearance it deserves by visiting the Xtend-Life skincare and Total Balance pages right now!

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