A new syndrome has been described: ASIA, Autoimmune/AutoInflammatory Syndrome induced by Adjuvants. Researchers from around the world are sounding the alarm. An adjuvant is a substance used in vaccines to stimulate the immune system and aluminum salts are the most used adjuvants for humans. Aluminum is a potent immune system stimulator and is also highly neurotoxic. It has been shown to induce serious immunological disorders and long-term brain inflammation in humans as well as experimental animals. Symptoms in adults can include lupus-like, rheumatoid arthritis-like and MS-like syndromes, thyroid disorders, chronic fatigue, and cognitive impairment. Symptoms may take weeks or months to fully develop following vaccination. For that matter, what might such a neurotoxic and highly immunogenic substance be doing to infants and children? Likely, it would dramatically increase the risk of life-long autoimmune and neurological conditions. Fortunately, there are natural ways to increase the elimination of aluminum, including drinking silicon-rich mineral water.
Dr. Anke Zimmermann, ND, www.drzimmermann.org
Community News
A New Twist on the 100 Mile Diet
On average, food items travel 1500 miles (2414 kilometers) before arriving at the table. Typically, the average 400 calories breakfast consumes 2800 calories of fossil fuel energy. Most people have heard of the 100-mile diet and the many benefits of this philosophy. If you adhere to this 100 mile carbon footprint you will benefit from: fresher food that is not shipped from long distances, minimal or zero preservatives, supporting the local economy with money that cycles directly back into your community, and ultimately a healthier consumer and community! This same philosophy can be applied when purchasing your pet food. Why wouldn’t you want to promote such positive outcomes concerning your pet, as well? Take a moment to think about this the next time you are going down the aisles selecting a name brand for your pet’s nutrition. Think about purchasing a local holistic product that has far-reaching benefits!
Barbara Guidetti, www.happypaws.ca
Best Cold Sore Remedies
Cold sores are downright embarrassing. The more we try to hide them, the more obvious they become. Here are some good home remedies in case you find yourself with an unsightly cold sore. 1. Licorice – Try choosing a licorice whip. Studies show that glycyrrhizic acid, an ingredient in licorice, stops the cold sore virus cells dead in their tracks. Be sure it’s made from real licorice. 2 – Pure Vanilla Extract. Yes, the kind you use for baking. Many people swear by this! Soak a cotton pad and apply directly to a cold sore for a few minutes (3 times daily). 3. Hydrogen Peroxide – It disinfects and speeds up healing time. Soak a cotton ball and apply to the sore. Let it sit for about 5 minutes before rinsing off. 4. Peppermint oil – When applied directly to a cold sore, people have found that the sore healed faster than usual.
Clean Eating: Easy Healthy Borscht
Use fresh and organic ingredients. 4 cups of beef broth. 2 cups water. 2T Apple Cider Vinegar. Juice of 1 lemon. 2 cloves garlic. 3 carrots. 2T Coconut Oil. ½ head red cabbage. 1 cup green beans. 3 potatoes. 3 beets with stems and leaves. 1 onion. 4 fresh sprigs of dill. 2 bay leaves. 2 T Italian seasoning. Salt and pepper to taste. Chop ingredients in tiny pieces. 1 can kidney beans. Combine in a crockpot and cook on high for 4 hours. Alternately, cook on top of the stove until the vegetables are soft enough to eat. Enjoy!
4 Toxic Foods to Eliminate
Processed Meats: Can have up to 400 percent more sodium and 50 percent more preservatives than unprocessed meats. The worst part: Some contain nitrites and nitrates, chemical additives that have been linked to various cancers, but are still used to enhance color and promote taste. 2. Margarine: Is marketed as a cholesterol-free, healthy alternative to butter, but it’s the ultimate source of trans fats, which actually elevate cholesterol and damage blood vessel walls. Stick to real foods and eat real butter instead. 3. Artificial Sweeteners: Anything with the word “artificial” in it is chalked FULL of chemicals. These fake sweeteners cause symptoms that range from migraines to weight gain and even more serious conditions like cardiovascular disease. Unless you are diabetic, please stop using these sugar substitites immediately! 4. Microwave Popcorn: Bags, in particular, are often lined with a chemical called perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS), which has been shown to affect fertility, cancer risk, and kidney functioning.
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YOUR VICTORIA COMMUNITY EVENTS!
September 19
Dr. Kittleson will be hosting a free class to understand just what posture is, and how best to manage the daily stresses of gravity.
UC Life Chiropractic Centre
RSVP 250-386-5433 or info@uclife.ca
Limited seats available
Clean Eating – Banana Lemon Pie
This is one of my favourite desserts. It’s also very quick (10 minutes!) and easy to prepare.
Quantity:
9” x 9” plate = 9 slices (3″ x 3″).
Ingredients:
3 cups pecans or walnuts (not soaked);
1 1/2 cups raisins;
zest from 1 lemon + 2 tablespoons lemon juice;
4 medium bananas;
poppy seeds, blueberries, raspberries, slices of colourful fruit, or sprigs of mint (optional).
Directions:
Process nuts in food processor until small bits. Add raisins to nuts in food processor and process until the mixture starts to clump together. Gently distribute mixture on a 9”x9” plate, then press firmly to form crust. Grate lemon zest on top of crust. Juice lemon into a bowl. Slice bananas 1/4″ – 1/2″ thick and put into lemon juice; stir gently to coat bananas with juice. Spread banana slices/lemon juice on crust. Optional: Decorate with poppy seeds, blueberries, raspberries, slices of colourful fruit, or sprigs of mint.
Uncooking with RawRose – rawrose.com. Your guide to Raw Foods, book available at Rawthentic Eatery.
Is Your Relationship Financially Healthy?
Studies have shown that financial infidelity is on the rise, and can range from lying about small purchases, an amount of debt, or even hiding entire bank accounts. Many people put aside money for seemingly good intentions, but a lack of transparency can cause tension in a relationship, leading to mistrust, arguments and even divorce. When combining finances with a significant other, you form an agreement to manage financial issues together. It is important to open up, start a conversation, and form a financial plan. This does not mean you have to constantly monitor each dime you both spend, but you must agree upon a budgeting and money management system that works for both of you. A threshold amount must also be set, outlining how much you are allowed to spend without each others approval. If you fail to plan, then your financial plans will fail.
Joint & Spinal Alignment
Balancing space in the joints between the bones of the limbs and between the vertebra of the spinal column happens during a Biodynamic treatment. The Biodynamic practitioner understands the form of every bone in your body and how they function together in movement. There is a particular rhythm that occurs between each bone when it is unhampered by injury or stress. The practitioner is seeking coherence in these rhythms of the bones and the relative movement of the bones to all other internal rhythms of the body as a whole. By studying the coherence of the movements, the skilled practitioner knows how these rhythms form and how they produce an even distribution of energy. By listening for the dynamics of movement, the practitioner waits for this intelligence to get re-established if it has been disturbed. Therefore alignment has to do with optimal efficiency for movement so that there is both stability and freedom of motion.
The Movement of Healing
Some of you have heard already about Tai Qi or Qi Gong Ancient Chinese movement and postures designed for healing. It is somewhat similar philosophy as Yoga from India. Qi Gong means practicing and directing the Qi (vital force). It is attained by focused attention, breathing, and specific movement to enhance health and longevity. Tai Qi utilizes the same focus as Qi gong. However, it is more dynamic. The Qi Gong practice focuses on moving the Qi internally within the organs and meridians, and the Tai Qi focuses on external movement and directing of the vital energy though the external body. There is another “healing via movement” modality that I will be introducing this September in Thursday morning class at Vic. West C.C. SoTaiHo [natural exercise] developed by Dr. Keizo Hashimoto, MD. It is a wonderful system that encompasses movement to free blocked energy in the body. It is a wonderful method for any chronic pain.
Rethinking Boundaries
Getting along with others can be tough! We need other people in our lives, but we can sometimes feel judged, undermined, confused, bullied, interrupted, or otherwise bothered by them. It can be hard to be clear and stand up for what we want in a calm way. But giving up too much can eat at your peace of mind. This is boundary work – how to be clear about ourselves and what we can tolerate physically and emotionally in a way that still lets people in. We want to be understood by others – sometimes we first have to understand ourselves and why we feel the way we do. What are the expectations for how you behave? Where do those expectations come from? How else could you respond to your situation? Counselling provides a safe and non-judgemental place to consider how you can do your boundaries differently.
