KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

This article was posted on Natural News this week, October 18.

• It is a good reminder of why we need to eat REAL food and find local sources for that food. It is also an alert to find natural alternatives to dangerous pharmaceuticals. Both are possible when we take responsibility for our own health and well being.


• Knowledge is power! When we don't know or ignore what we know, we have no ability to act. We become subject to forces that may not be in our best interest. Be proactive!! Be healthy and enjoy life!!

Why McDonald's Happy Meal hamburgers won't decompose - the real story behind the story

by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor

(NaturalNews) It's always entertaining when the mainstream media "discovers" something they think is new even though the natural health community has been talking about for years. The New York Times, for example, recently ran a story entitled When Drugs Cause Problems They Are Supposed to Prevent (http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/17/h...). We've been covering the same topic for years, reporting on how chemotherapy causes cancer, osteoporosis drugs cause bone fractures and antidepressant drugs cause suicidal behavior.

The latest "new" discovery by the mainstream media is that McDonald's Happy Meal hamburgers and fries won't decompose, even if you leave them out for six months. This story has been picked up by CNN, the Washington Post and many other MSM outlets which appear startled that junk food from fast food chains won't decompose.

The funny thing about this is that the natural health industry already covered this topic years ago. Remember Len Foley's Bionic Burger video? It was posted in 2007 and eventually racked up a whopping 2 million views on YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYyD...). And this video shows a guy who bought his McDonald's hamburgers in 1989 -- burgers that still haven't decomposed in over two decades!

Now, he has an entire museum of non-decomposed burgers in his basement.

Did the mainstream media pick up on this story? Nope. Not a word. The story was completely ignored. It was only in 2010 when an artist posted a story about a non-decomposing McDonald's hamburger from six months ago that the news networks ran with the story.

Check out the video link above and you'll see an entire museum of Big Macs and hamburgers spanning the years -- none of which have decomposed.

This is especially interesting because the more recent "Happy Meal Project" which only tracks a burger for six months has drawn quite a lot of criticism from a few critics who say the burgers will decompose if you give them enough time. They obviously don't know about the mummified burger museum going all the way back to 1989. This stuff never seems to decompose!

Why don't McDonald's hamburgers decompose?

So why don't fast food burgers and fries decompose in the first place? The knee-jerk answer is often thought to be, "Well they must be made with so many chemicals that even mold won't eat them." While that's part of the answer, it's not the whole story.

The truth is many processed foods don't decompose and won't be eaten by molds, insects or even rodents. Try leaving a tub of margarine outside in your yard and see if anything bothers to eat it. You'll find that the margarine stays seems immortal, too!

Potato chips can last for decades. Frozen pizzas are remarkably resistant to decomposition. And you know those processed Christmas sausages and meats sold around the holiday season? You can keep them for years and they'll never rot.

With meats, the primary reason why they don't decompose is their high sodium content. Salt is a great preservative, as early humans have known for thousands of years. McDonald's meat patties are absolutely loaded with sodium -- so much so that they qualify as "preserved" meat, not even counting the chemicals you might find in the meat.

To me, there's not much mystery about the meat not decomposing. The real question in my mind is why don't the buns mold? That's the really scary part, since healthy bread begins to mold within days. What could possibly be in McDonald's hamburger buns that would ward off microscopic life for more than two decades?

As it turns out, unless you're a chemist you probably can't even read the ingredients list out loud. Here's what McDonald's own website says you'll find in their buns:

Enriched flour (bleached wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid, enzymes), water, high fructose corn syrup, sugar, yeast, soybean oil and/or partially hydrogenated soybean oil, contains 2% or less of the following: salt, calcium sulfate, calcium carbonate, wheat gluten, ammonium sulfate, ammonium chloride, dough conditioners (sodium stearoyl lactylate, datem, ascorbic acid, azodicarbonamide, mono- and diglycerides, ethoxylated monoglycerides, monocalcium phosphate, enzymes, guar gum, calcium peroxide, soy flour), calcium propionate and sodium propionate (preservatives), soy lecithin.

Great stuff, huh? You gotta especially love the HFCS (diabetes, anyone?), partially-hydrogenated soybean oil (anybody want heart disease?) and the long list of chemicals such as ammonium sulfate and sodium proprionate. Yum. I'm drooling just thinking about it.

Now here's the truly shocking part about all this: In my estimation, the reason nothing will eat a McDonald's hamburger bun (except a human) is because it's not food!

No normal animal will perceive a McDonald's hamburger bun as food, and as it turns out, neither will bacteria or fungi. To their senses, it's just not edible stuff. That's why these bionic burger buns just won't decompose.

Which brings me to my final point about this whole laughable distraction: There is only one species on planet Earth that's stupid enough to think a McDonald's hamburger is food. This species is suffering from skyrocketing rates of diabetes, cancer, heart disease, dementia and obesity. This species claims to be the most intelligent species on the planet, and yet it behaves in such a moronic way that it feeds its own children poisonous chemicals and such atrocious non-foods that even fungi won't eat it (and fungi will eat cow manure, just FYI).

Care to guess which species I'm talking about?

That's the real story here. It's not that McDonald's hamburgers won't decompose; it's that people are stupid enough to eat them. But you won't find CNN reporting that story any time soon.

CHALLENGES TODAY

Everyone seems busier that ever and it isn’t even fall yet!! What is going on? As world changes continually challenge us to keep up, we need ever increasing support to keep going and stay at our best! I have created several formulas to assist us. They contain adaptogenic herbs, antioxidants and nervines which help our bodies and minds cope with daily challenges while at the same time being protective. While this particular article focuses on the Adrenal Support formula, there are other formulas to check out that are listed below.

On the web site www.Injoynow.com you will find: Energy Of Youth, a premiere antioxidant formula with resveratrol, Ultimate Health People Boost and Thyroid Support. There are many others on the web site, like Clear Mind and Don’t Panic as well as a multitude of Flower Essences that you will also want to consider.

My desire is to provide the best possible solutions to your health needs that I can. I love emails, feedback and other inquiries about my products. Please feel free to contact me by email or phone. carolyn@InJoyNow.com or 603-286-4696.  I want to be of assistance to you in any way I can. There are so many exciting ways to heal naturally today!

Blessings and Joy, Carolyn



ADRENAL SUPPORT Herbal Formula with Flower Essences

In today’s stress based world, our bodies and minds are constantly under pressure. Our endocrine system takes the brunt of this stress causing many health challenges. For instance, our adrenal system is constantly being pushed. It needs strengthening and support. Adaptogenic herbs nourish, improving the body’s response to stress, enhancing and restoring body functions, and balancing and calming the whole system. Nervines aid in this process to restore and strengthen as well.

Ashwaganda (Withania somnifera) native of India is an adaptogenic herb with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immune, nervine and antispasmodic properties. It enhances endocrine function and is especially helpful for re-regulating the thyroid, adrenal glands and testes. It is used to prolong life, stimulating the mind, relieving cloudy thinking, and enhancing vigor. It is helpful for general debility, muscle wasting, miscarriage, infections, including immune deficiency and autoimmune diseases, skin eruptions, anxiety, stress induced insomnia, chronic fatigue, and even cancer. Rich in iron, it increases red blood cells.

Cinnamon (cinnamomum spp) High in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, this popular spice/herb is heart protective, lowers LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and helps control blood sugar. It has anti-clotting and anti-microbial actions and boosts brain function. It also balances stomach chi and raises vital energy.

Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus) Siberian Ginseng, a popular adoptogenic herb used in China to strengthen the spleen and kidneys and strengthen chi or energy, thus treating fatigue, listlessness, abdominal bloating, lack of appetite, and chronic low grade diarrhea. It has been found to increase endurance, and stamina in athletic performance studies. It also increases cognative function and alertness when under stress. It lowers LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, relaxes the arteries, and reduces hypertension. It strengthens the immune system and has been found to increase white blood cell counts in chemotherapy patients.

Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) a nootropic herb useful for promoting cerebral circulation and enhancing mental and emotional wellbeing. This herb aids memory, relieves anxiety, irritability, and mental fatigue. It has mild adaptogenic effects, preventing increase in cortisol and adrenaline and has anti-inflammatory effects.

Hawthorne Leaf (Crataegus oxycanthoides) an excellent complemetary herb in this formula, is a heart and circulatory restorative of the best order. It is also an excellent nervine for both physical and emotional issues, thus helpful for anxiety, insomnia, bad dreams, irritability, palpitations and attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD).

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) probably the most common herb used in Chinese formulas as a harmonizing agent, licorice means sweet root. It is used to strengthen the stomach and spleen, relieving gastric irritation, leaky gut syndrome, chronic fatigue, dry mouth and coughs. Further it clears toxins, alleviating symptoms of poisoning from pesticides, pharmaceutical medicines, and heavy metals. It is a supreme adaptogenic herb, a liver protective, immunomodulator, and anti-inflammatory, even aiding autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn’s disease.

Milky Oats and Oat Straw (Avena sativa) an excellent nervine and nutritive to the nervous system, treating nervous states as exhuastion, inability to concentrate, diminished strength or numbness of limbs, melancholy and occipital headaches extending down the spine.

Reishi Mushroom(Ganoderma lucidum) a primire adoptogenic herb used since ancient times in China for its many longevity properties. It is best used over time as its effects are cumulative. It improves adrenocortial function and relieves stress. It is used to nourish the heart, or spirit (shen in Chinese medicine). This refers to one’s mind/consciousness and emotional balance. Symptoms include anxiety, insomnia, bad dreams, listlessness, moodiness, and poor memory. It is an excellent heart herb, lowering cholesterol and triglycerides, and improving cardiovacular functioning in general. It is also used for deficient chi and blood, manifesting as weakness, fatigue, shortness of breath and dizziness. It is an immunomodulator, strengthening the immune system without over stimulating it (which is helpful for autoimmune disorders and allergies as well as ). Its polysaccarides have been shown to stimulate cancer fighting compounds in the body. Its anti-inflammatory activity aids allergy relief and liver functioning. Its anti-inflammatory activity aids allergy relief and liver functioning. Reishi also enhances the bodies the Vital Life Force.

Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) has a long history of use in Siberia, Tibet, and Scandinavia, for improving blood circulation and energy and preventing illness. It is especially helpful for the nervous system, reducing fatigue and depressed mental states, enhancing alertness, and improving memory, and for ADHD. It improves immune function especially when over worked and from chemotherapy or radiation. It benefits the heart, improving strength of the heart muscle, balances blood sugar levels, relieves muscle spasms and stiffness, enhances reproductive functioning.  It is hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, radioprotective and has antioxidant effects.

The Flower Essences in this formula support us emotionally in trying times.

Aloe Vera For those who feel burned out from over use of fiery and creative energies, bringing back balance and centered feeling of the Vital Life Force.

Nasturtium For those who have become overly dry and intellectual, and are not in touch with their emotional selves.

Oak For those who have a too strong will to endure or keep on going thus over extending their limits, this essence helps to bring the grace of surrender and be able to receive help

Rock Water For those who have rigid standards this essence helps one to become more spontanious and flowing with the events of life.

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A Call to All to Send out Meditations and Prayers Every day for our Compromised Earth

I have been praying for an organized way to help with the alarming oil spill that continues to wreak havoc in our beautiful world. This is a man made outrage of huge proportion. We must do everything we can to help. Even though it may seem hopeless, we have our prayers and meditations available to us. Studies in this realm have shown amazing positive results, especially when people join together in their intentions. Won't you join these efforts? It is one thing we can each do together! This wonderful piece was sent to me from the Grandmothers and I am passing it on to all who are willing to take action. (Web site listed below)

"You Are Desperately Needed"

Today the Grandmothers woke me with this message and asked me to send it out. Please forward it on so we reach as many people as possible.

"We ask you to cast, anchor, and hold the Net of Light steady for the Gulf of Mexico," the Grandmothers said. "This crisis is affecting the entire world, and humanity is asleep. Wake up!" they cried.  "Animals are dying, plants are dying, and your Mother is writhing in agony. If you hold the Net of Light steady at this time you will help stave off further catastrophe."

"You have been lulled into a false sleep," they said, "told that others (B.P.) will take care of this problem. This is not so," they said. "And this is not the time for you to fall into oblivion. Determine now to stay awake, and once you have made that commitment, think of, cast, and hold the Net of Light. Hold it deep and hold it wide. Amplify its reach to penetrate the waters of the Gulf and dive deep beneath the crust of Mother Earth. Anchor it at the earth's core and as you hold it there, ask it to unify with the mineral kingdom of this planet. It will do this and will harmonize with all the solid and liquid mineral states on earth-including oil and gas. The Net of Light will call these minerals back into harmony.  Men have wreaked havoc.  They have abused the kingdoms of life on earth for many years, but this time their destruction has reached crisis proportions.

"Whatever human beings have damaged, human beings must correct," the Grandmothers said. "This is the law.  We repeat:  This is the law. You cannot sit back and ask God to fix the mess humanity has created. Each of you must throw your shoulders to the wheel and work.  We are asking for your help. Several years ago we gave you the Net of Light so you would be able to help the earth at times like this.  Step forward now.  This is the Net of Light that will hold the earth during the times of change that are upon you," they said.

"First move into your heart and call on us. We will meet you there. The Net of Light is lit by the jewel of your heart," they said, "so move into this lighted place within you and open to the Net of which you are a part. Bask in its calming presence. It holds you at the same time that you hold it.

"Now think of magnifying your union with us. We, the Great Council of the Grandmothers, are with you now, and all those who work with the Net of Light are also with you. There are thousands, even millions now connected in light," they said. "Along with this union, call forth the power of the sacred places on earth. These will amplify the potency of our joint effort. Then call on the sacred beings that have come to prevent the catastrophe that threatens to overwhelm your planet. We will work together," they said, nodding slowly.

"Think of, cast and magnify the presence of the Net of Light in the Gulf of Mexico. See, imagine or think of it holding the waters, holding the land, the plants, the sea life, and the people. Holding them all!" they said. "The Net of Light is holding them steady; it is returning them to balance. Let the love within your lighted heart keep pouring into the Net of Light and hold, hold, hold. Calmly and reverently watch as the light from your heart flows along the strands of the Net. It will follow your command and continuously move forth. As soon as you think of it, it will happen. We ask you to practice this for only a few minutes at a time, but to repeat it throughout the day and night.

"We promise that this work with the Net of Light will do untold good," the Grandmothers said. "We are calling you to service now. You are needed. Do not miss this opportunity. We thank you and bless you."

To lean more about the Grandmothers and the Net of Light, go to grandmothersspeak.com.

More About the Amazing Intention Tea Enchanted Mushroom Elixir

There is even more to share about the

INTENTION TEA,

ENCHANTED MUSHROOM ELIXIR!

Here goes! Herbs and spices can add a delightful sweetness and delicious flavor as well as surprising healing and wellness properties! Here is a list of the 4 herbs and spices that delight your pallet.

LICORICE, (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is probably the most popular Chinese herb. Used in the majority of Chinese formulas, it enhances and harmonizes the effects of other herbs in the formula and has a delicious sweet taste. It has a soothing effect on inflamed mucus membranes from throat and stomach to the urinary tract. It possesses antibacterial and antiviral properties. It is also used for adrenal fatigue, immune deficiency, ulcers, allergies, liver disorders, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, mononucleosis, chronic hepatitis and has been shown to have anti-tumor activity. Another amazing herb!

ORANGE PEEL, (Citrus aurantium) A wonderful flavor enhancer that has a high amount of vitamin C, Vitamin B1, Folic Acid, beta-carotene, over 60 flavonoids,  numerous minerals, enzymes, pectin and other phyto-nutrients. It is a popular bitter, aiding digestion. It has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine since the 2nd century BC. It is an anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-microbial. Its d-limonene has been studied for its anti-carcinogenic activity. It is used to reduce phlegm in lungs and throat, gas in the stomach and intestines, and pressure resulting in cramping and high blood pressure.

CINNAMON, (Cassia bark) This delicious spice, so enhancing to the taste is also extremely rich in healing properties. Used world wide for thousands of years (in Traditional Chinese medicine since at least 2700 BC), it helps the body’s fire or energy, warming the body. Its aroma warms hearts and minds, making it one of the most popular spices in the world.  It comes from the bark of the cinnamon tree, mostly found in China and Ceylon. Recent research has shown help in controlling type 2 diabetes, significantly reducing blood sugar levels. It also positively affects triglycerides, LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol levels, relieves hypertension and is a mild blood thinner allowing better circulation. It improves digestion, alleviates nasal congestion, relieves cramps, soothes stiff muscles and join pain, flatulence and nausea.  It helps rid the body of parasites, fungus and bacteria (even destroying E.Coli)! It is also used for chronic diarrhea, colds, hypertension and even cancer. It has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

CLOVE, (Eugenia caryophyllus) this popular aromatic spice, native to Indonesia is the immature flower bud of the clove tree. It is used throughout the world and in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine it has been used for thousands of years. Helpful for a multitude of conditions, it treats indigestion, diarrhea, ringworm, athlete’s foot and other fungal infections. It is well known to relieve tooth aches, having powerful antiseptic and anesthetic actions. It has a positive effect on stomach ulcers, vomiting and flatulence and stimulates digestion. It is effective against strep, staph and pneumonia bacteria and against parasites. It is one of the many herbs with anti-cancer effects. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties as well and is said to be an aphrodisiac.

So there we have it, all the herbs in the formula. We hope you have enjoyed this bit of herbal education over the last several emails!

More information can be found on the blog:  http//injoynow.wordpress.com

Orders for this tea are flying in! Comments are very positive. People are hearing about the power of mushrooms and herbs on the news and are intuitively "connecting in" too.

We sincerely hope you will embrace this tea as a way of life. It is one thing we can do to take charge of our health every, and it is delicious hot or cold as well.

5 Major Herbs from Around the World in Intention Tea

5 Major Herbs from Around the World to Help Us
Deal with Today’s Mounting Health Issues
All part of Intention Tea, Enchanted Mushroom Elixir!

With rampant disease plaguing today’s modern world, many people are turning natural ways and prevention. Natural remedies are being embraced as healing allies again! Long ago this was the norm. Today we have focused on technical know how and scientific discoveries and have almost lost sight of the very essence of life, the Life Force in all things. Fortunately quantum physics has opened our eyes to the fact that everything is energy, or Life Force. That Life Force is who we are, the very essence of our being. It is also found in whole foods and herbs. It is not found in laboratories and rarely in doctor’s offices. It is found in Nature and in the positive interactions we have with each other.

The following 5 herbs are brimming with Life Force, each offering an aspect of prevention and healing for today’s conditions. They are blessings, offering their healing aspects to those open to using them. Added to Chaga and Reishi Mushrooms this tea is truly adding up to be a great world tea, for almost every condition of the modern world.

Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) is one of the most important herbs for boosting and modulating the immune system that I know. It works at a deep bone marrow level increasing immunity.  It actually builds resistance to colds and flus and other externally contracted diseases. Not only that, but it also helps with exhaustion, poor digestion and metabolism, weakness, shortness of breath, prolapsed organs, regenerates tissue and tonifies the blood. It strengthens chronically weak lungs, reduces deficiency edema, is a cardiotonic, heals wounds and is used for UTI’s (urinary tract infections). It is an adaptogen, helping the body come into balance, and has anti-inflammatory properties as well. It is a major herb used for cancer. It protects the adrenal cortical function and protects against white blood cell drop during chemotherapy. It decreases bone marrow suppression, increases white blood count, lessens chemotherapy and radiation side effects and inhibits the spread of tumors

Cat’s Claw (Uncaria tomentosa) a climbing vine native to Peru and Brazil used traditionally for many conditions. Recent studies in the western world show promising results about this important herb. It is an antioxidant, reduces inflammation, stimulates the immune system, stimulates white blood cells to fight infections, is anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, and works to inhibit healthy cells from become cancerous. Encouraging research shows anti-tumor effects and use in cancer and AIDS treatments. It helps protect against heart disease by reducing bad cholesterol and blood pressure and by inhibiting formation of arterial plaque deposits and blood clots. Cat’s Claw has been shown to benefit memory as well. It improves DNA repair, balances intestinal flora, balances digestive complaints, and is used for chronic fatigue syndrome, Cronh’s disease, Candida and other parasites and fungi, irritable bowel syndrome, duodenal and gastric ulcers, bone and other pain, and various forms of arthritis.

Eucommia bark (Eulmoides) is commonly known as the hardy rubber tree. It is one of the top fifty herbs of traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), du zhong. This tree, in its wild state, is now protected. All eucommia bark comes from cultivated varieties. Once harvested, the bark regrows on the trunk so the tree is not in any way harmed. The bark has an interesting property, being thin and relatively smooth, yet very strong with a cellophane like substance inside the bark. Plants often give us hints as to their use. These descriptions indicate strength, and perhaps speak to its use for bones and joints. It is best used as a tea or in a capsule rather than an extract. It is used as a tonic herb and for relieving stress. It posesses anti-hypentensive action, being a vasorelaxant. It helps regulate and lower blood pressure. Another noteworthy property is its ability to strengthen bones and joints.  It also is used for low back pain, kidney problems, sexual dysfunctions and preventing miscarrages. Herbs are so interesting in their diverse actions! I am amazed every day. They truly are a blessing.

Horsetail (Equissetum arvense) also called shave grass and bottlebrush because of its strength and scrubbing uses, has served humankind since ancient times. It is one of the most ancient plants on the planet where it thrived as a huge trees 400 million years ago! With its high concentration of organic silica and other minerals it has a strong ability to strengthen bones and connective tissue, promoting bone and cartilage growth, and treating brittle nails and hair. It is useful for osteoporosis and other types or arthritis, bone and joint health as well as connective tissue health, including tendons and ligaments. It calms inflammation, especially of the genitourinary tract and helps alleviate uric acid based kidney stones. It is well known for its diuretic function. Today with the increasing concern about bone density, it is a valuable plant with the proper constituents and Life Force to strengthen bones. David Wolfe, super food expert, states that “Calcium does not build bones. It is one of the biggest misconceptions ever.” One of his top super herbs is horsetail. He suggests taking horsetail containing silica and magnesium which alchemically combine with other essential minerals in the body to strengthen bones. The Swiss herbalist, Abbe Kuenzle says, "All people from a certain age on should drink a cup of Horsetail tea every day all year round and all pain caused by rheumatism, gout and nerves would disappear and every person would have a healthy old age.”

Pau d’ arco (Tabebuia avellanedae) also called lapacho is a rain forest herb extraordinaire. Native to the Amazon rainforest and other parts of South America, it is a huge canopy tree. With a well documented history of use by indigenous people, it may even predate the Incas! It has been used in similar ways by tribes living thousands of miles apart. It was employed to make hunting bows because of its strength. It was and still is used internally for its strength and vigor as well. It has an amazing number of health benefits.In this country it is often used as an anti-parasitic and for Candida. There is a strong indication showing that cancer is related to fungal infection. This herb is perfect for both. It is anti-microbial, anti-fungal anti-viral, anti-bacterial and has highly significant anti-cancer properties, including leukemia, Hodgkin’s disease and tumors. It is used for colds and flus, urinary infections, respiratory infections, and gastrointestinal conditions. It is an anti-inflammatory, an anti-oxidant and an analgesic aiding pain relief and addressing the underlying causes. Its long list of uses includes arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes, allergies, liver problems, circulation problems and even lupus and Parkinson’s disease. It is also helpful for skin conditions like psoriasis and skin ulcers. Coming back into popularity today, this herb is extremely valuable for the conditions we face in modern society. David Wolfe, raw foods expert and researcher of the deep essence of plant life, includes this herb as one of his top super herbs. It makes a delicious tea with no know side effects.

Wow, Wow!! Can you believe the power in this tea?? And there is one more section to go, the sweetness and spices. Stay tuned for more amazing information!!

The Amazing Chaga Mushroom

CHAGA, the Gift from Heaven, The King Of Mushrooms
Perhaps the most important ingredient in our new Intention Tea, Enchanted Mushroom Elixir is Chaga mushroom. Relatively "new" to the western world, Chaga, Inontus obliguus, known as cinder conk, is a parasitic fungus that grows as a black volcanic or charcoal looking mass, on birch trees. Growing in northern regions on birch trees, sometimes for as long as 30 years, it has information and wisdom of the ages contained within it. You may have actually seen it if you are out in the woods. Although it grows on other trees, it appears to have a synergistic relationship with birch. It contains betulin from the birch tree, a medically active compound being studied as a chemotherapeutic agent. In Siberia it is know as “the gift from heaven”, the King of Mushrooms, an age defying secret of shamans and healers for centuries. Our wise ones were able to tap into deep truths about the workings of Nature. They were able to engage natural healing substances in alchemical ways. This knowing, almost lost today, is reemerging, thanks to a dedicated few who have turned back to Nature and are passionately retrieving this vital information. We are fortunate to live in a time when we are reawakening to the many traditional folk uses of Chaga and other amazing natural substances. These are being confirmed by scientific research today. Paul Stamets expert in mushroom research, is one such person bringing back information and carrying out new research on the incredible value of mushrooms.

Chaga grows in many parts of the world and all over America, especially in old forests. It has a pleasant vanilla like taste. It can be taken long term, as a food and tea. Broken into chunks and simmered, it creates a pleasant tea. One that can be used several times without loosing its potency. It can even be added to coffee, creating a much healthier drink! Powdered, it can be added to smoothies, etc. as a super food. It is also in Herbal Energetic's Immune Support People Boost. Both ways are recommended. You really can’t overdose on this one. It is considered a food.
Paul Stamets says it has the greatest antioxidant power of any plant ever found! It has the highest ORAC value, almost 60,000 units! (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) of anything in the natural world, making it a longevity tonic of the highest order! It therefore has unmatched potential to reduce the effects of aging as well as strongly boost immunity. Being constantly exposed to free radicals from pollution and environmental toxins, antioxidants are of vital importance in our world. Antioxidants help reduce the workload of the immune system as well as the aging process. (This may be one and the same thing.) Chaga works to prevent cellular damage before it happens. It’s melanin compounds nourish the skin and hair as well.

Chaga is indicated for the most serious health problems as well as a preventative. It contains over 215 phytonutrients, and a full spectrum of immune stimulating phytochemicals, including 20% beta glucan, which has the ability to activate the immune system without over stimulating it. Its high proportion of complex polysaccharides (long chain sugars ie. beta-glucan) fit into the receptor sites on immune cells enhancing their activity. Betulin and betulinic acids contribute to its immune properties. Chaga also has an abundance of proteins, natural minerals, and anti cancer triterpenes. And it is one of the highest sources of Vitamin Bs on earth!

Considered an adaptogenic food, it is able to tonify and rebalance the whole system when taken on a regular basis! Recent clinical studies, have shown its ability to stimulate the body’s natural immune functions. It possesses anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, anti fungal, anti-Candida, anti-viral, anti-cancer, and anti-tumor properties and is an immune system modulator! (Adjusting auto immune or immune deficiency, it rebalances the immune system). David Wolfe, natural and raw food expert, believes that Chaga is the most important anti-cancer herb in the world. Today clinical research substantiates ancient uses, adding details that are important in today’s technological world. Used as an anti-tumor remedy, it was approved in Russia as a cancer drug in 1955, successfully treating stomach, lung, breast, stomach and cervix cancers and also melanoma. In 1960 it was reported to successfully treat cancer in Australia. It has been used for centuries to treat cancers, tuberculosis and digestive problems. It has also shown promise in lowering blood sugar levels by reducing glucose uptake and is heart protective. Its melanin compounds nourish the skin and hair as well. It can also be used as a topical anti-infective.

With no known side effects, one wonders why everyone is not using this amazing mushroom on a regular basis! Our education about natural substances for health has been preempted by society's strong focus on modern medicine and pharmaceutical drugs. It is time for us to become aware of the many natural opportunities of healing available to us. It is our right and responsibility to be proactive and take charge of our health. Health is a gift and Chaga is a superior example of how Nature is our ally. It is amazing how the very herbs and foods that we need in our compromised world are there when we really seek them, isn’t it? We can even think of it as a miracle!

REISHI, THE QUEEN OF MUSHROOMS

The Energetics of the Queen, Reishi Mushroom!
Here comes the Queen of Mushrooms!……Reishi, Ganoderma lucidum, honored since before the birth of Christ, has legendary status. A rare and secret substance revered by ancient Taoists, it has even been found in ancient Buddhist temples. Said to restore life, it promotes longevity and health and increases wisdom and joy for those who take it regularly! It is known as the “Queen, (or in some places, the King) of Mushrooms” and called the “Elixir of Youth”, because it vitalizes the whole system. Reishi, treasured more than gold, embodies both earthly and heavenly energies. It was reserved for emperors and kings in China in ancient times.

Its in Intention Tea, an Enchanted Mushroom Elixir, truly a longevity Tea; one to use every day! Reishi mushroom, a key ingredient in our new Intention Tea, is resurfacing in today’s western world due to a few dedicated people who have rediscovered its value. It actually grows on trees in our forests. Considered a supreme immune tonic and an adoptogenic food, it is called the “Immortality Mushroom”, known for its healing and life extending properties. No wonder it has so many honored titles, more than any other herb! It probably is the most important, if not one of the most important, herbs available today. Its broad spectrum and powerful healing and balancing effects are almost unbelievable. It is a magnificent example of how connecting with Nature's gifts brings us profound results!

Here is a list of its most known properties.

* Treats all immune disorders, including AIDS and Cancer
* Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, preventing fatigue
* Muscle pain
* Inhibits bacteria and viruses
* Alleviates: Allergies,
* Bronchitis,
* Pneumonia,
* Rheumatoid arthritis.
* Heart protector in the following ways:

improving circulation
reducing cholesterol and triglycerides
lowering blood pressure and hardening of the arteries
improving muscle tone of the heart
generally reducing the risk of heart disease.

* Triterpenes found in Reishi work to build and strengthen the liver, treating liver diseases including hepatitis.
* Useful for stomach ulcers
* Reduces inflammation often associated with many chronic and degenerative diseases.
* Adaptogenic properties, assist in balancing and rejuvenating the body
* Relaxes muscles
* Relieves insomnia
* Calms the body, reducing stress while also being
* Revitalizing at the same time, thus
* Increasing inner strength and stamina.
* Improves adrenocortical functions
* Relieves altitude sickness
* Is grounding and uplifting
* Has strong antioxidant properties, protecting the body against oxidative stress.
* Polysaccharides, being one of the healthiest substances we can ingest according to raw food expert, David Wolfe, are found in reishi, contributing to its overall healing benefits.
* Embodies both earthly and heavenly energies.

How can one substance do so much? Imagine the intelligence there.
This list of healing properties is impressive isn't it?

Reishi works on a very deep level to strengthen and balance the body in every way possible.

Medicinal Mushrooms are potent foods. They gradually nourish and strengthen over time. They are intended to be used long term, perhaps always.



I am not going to stop taking the Intention Tea any time soon!
If we can feel better and better, why not?? Choose health, I say! YES TO LIFE!!!

Lyme Disease Advice from an Herbal Elder

Oh My!! Deer tick season just popped up!

It seems way too early, doesn’t it? Luckily I have been finalizing my new ant-tick protocol during the last week. I’ve been assessing what has worked for me, and my clients over the years, talking with others, doing research about new findings, etc. Yesterday I learned of one person I know who just got bit and then I found out that Pat, who works here, got bit over the weekend.

OK, I better get this going! It is a very serious condition if not treated specifically. Starting quickly is important. (By the way, there is no real definitive test for Lyme, so a lot is guesswork, even symptoms!) Pat went home with a specific tincture today that she tested for herself. And will make another to compliment it tomorrow. Teas and the Immune Support People Boost will also be part of the protocol.

Now, I don’t say this lightly or often, but in this case antibiotics seem to work for many if caught in time. However, along with and after antibiotic treatment, which compromises the immune system, it is strongly advised to add herbs to strengthen the body and make sure the Spirochetes bacteria (named Borrelia burgdorferi after the discoverer) is gone and doesn’t return. Chronic lyme disease is way too common and very difficult to endure. Herbs work more deeply and very differently that antibiotics. They actually work with the body to strengthen and assist in healing. There are several herbs that have shown good results. The best plan is to alternate several so that the little spiral troublemaker cannot adapt to one single herb or formula. They are pretty smart critters you know, having been around since 30,000 BC! Their only goal is to survive and they have had a lot of practice!

I always tell people that my Immune Support People Boost is extremely valuable to keep the whole family protected, year round. The herbs in this formula are right on for lyme, especially first stages (Japanese Knotweed, Astragalus, Chaga...), as well as for just about any immune compromised situation.

I will often say that to people and they smile and say “What a good idea, taking a formula so we don’t get sick!” and then for whatever reason they decide not to do it. We are such an “in the moment” society that we have trouble thinking ahead. It doesn’t seem to be in our consciousness to take care of ourselves that way. We seem to think we are invincible, until we get something and then rush to fix it, spending lots more on treatment than on prevention. I know I am very blessed to have all these herbs at my finger tips, but I sure don’t like to see people suffering when they don’t have to! Now, I can’t promise this formula will stop you from getting bit, but I can promise you that it will boost your immune system and make you more resistant to any invasion!

In the mean time, take lots of garlic and Vitamin D3 (at least 5,000 units a day) for prevention and after too to help strengthen the body. Get started with the Immune Support People Boost right away too. Also use the “Don’t Bug Me” gel to protect you when you are outdoors!

The amount of tick bites in NH is up all of the sudden, if you are concerned you have contracted Lyme, contact me for your specific herbal regimen. You don't have to suffer.

Carolyn Kelley
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Personal Empowerment - Researching Your Own Health

I just read the announcement of a new book by Mike Adams creator of www.naturalnews.com. He is a very astute and insightful writer, keeping us up to date on many solutions to today’s multiple health problems. On his site he includes extensive information not found in traditional medicine or by pharmaceutical companies.

His new book is entitled: Solutions, and “the Conspiracy to Keep You From Knowing About Them”. Yes, there are many healthy solutions. We are beyond the point of being able to rely on traditional “experts” for this information. Training is often outmoded or completely absent, especially about the newest research, and unfortunately money, rather than our well-being rules in too many cases. The internet is a valuable way to decipher the best information since we can search and find many different sites reporting the most up to date information. Researching and knowing for ourselves is of vital importance today. With a little investigation, you can find sites that have your best interest at heart and ring true. Keep searching and learning. This is part of personal empowerment today.

Carolyn Kelley
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A Personal Story on How Things Happen

How things happen. (Better known as the Law of Attraction).

I have been visualizing/affirming, with great feeling, working with groups of people on Conscious Awakening for a long time. I have focused on this more lately and have been putting into practice the methods I am sharing in the groups.

And now it is happening!

I started with a group in February and offered it again in March as interest seemed to be growing. The day before I offered the second group, I had the intuitive nudge to do a demo at Concord Coop for some of my products. Almost as soon as I arrived I met people interested in the group. Since that group (the next day) was full, I offered another this Saturday. The group filled with all unexpected and mostly new to me people. It was a wonderful group. And now there are more people interested, so I am offering it again on April 17th.

People are ready. I am ready!! The universe it telling us all “It is time!” I am very excited and honored to be a part of it all!! You might want to join us too as we strive to Peace/Piece it all together and Live with Love on Purpose.

We ARE All in This Together

The world is changing. I am sure you have felt that change; it is good, so there is no need to go into fear! Old outmoded dysfunctional and deceptive ways are dying. Previously, people pretended that they were ok, often fooling themselves as well as others.

Businesses were primarily out to make money, at all costs, to others. Cover ups were the name of the game.

Although there are many businesses and people still living that old paradigm, there is a rising of consciousness happening. People are no longer as comfortable being insincere and just out for themselves or to make money. There is a knowing emerging that we are “all in this together” and we need to connect with each other, help each other and be genuine. Today authenticity and integrity are mainstays of new businesses.

Have you noticed that? People are finding others like themselves and businesses with this new philosophy to connect with. That is why going local is so important. Developing relationships with neighbors simply makes sense. Trust is inherent there, and differences can be seen as interesting diversity. (Of course, many have always lived this way. You are probably one of them. What a refreshing change to have others joining us.) Also connecting with real people on line can work as well. You can find people and companies that embody this new philosophy. The old ways will die out of their own accord. Trust that that is so. Let them go and focus on the new, the genuine, and the real. It is refreshing and exciting. It will also help new ways manifest more quickly. There really is a divine plan in action way bigger than our small minds. Go into your heart and trust that as well!

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There are many ways we can feel connected, entering the state of Oneness. Tulsi (Holy Basil) tea has been referred to as "God's Tea" as it works with the spirit. Find out more!

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Here is a related video where I spoke at the NOFA 2010 Winter Conference. I talk more about us all being connected, and different ways of reaching this state of higher vibration. I'm so happy to be able to bring this to you on video and will be offering more soon! Join the email list to receive more information as it comes available:



InJoy!

Carolyn
Carolyn Kelley
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Are You in a Suggestible State Most of the Time?

Here is another area where it is important to know! It is now a known fact that we are controlled by our subconscious thoughts 95% of the time. That’s right 95%!! Our conscious mind is in control 5% of the time, really, 5%!!

This information was clearly articulated by Dr. Bruce Lipton in his book “Biology of Belief”. Enlightened people, some therapists, teachers, and spiritual leaders are understanding the important implications of this knowledge.

People are in a trance about 70% of the time.

That state, part of the subconscious, is a suggestible state, where we are controlled by what ever comes into our brains. We are not in control of our lives in that state. External forces are in control, news media, TV and videos, advertising propaganda, other people….



There are many ways to change this phenomena which means you will be more in control of your life. It takes a willingness to be open, to take initiative, and to have the desire to delve deep.

I will be discussing more as I go about this topic... check the blog, facebook & join the email list to hear more on this important next step in our evolution.

Knowledge is Power: What Do Agave Nector & High Fructose Corn Syrup Have in Common?

Knowledge is power. What we don’t know can and does affect us. Here are a couple of examples about foods and supplements. High Fructose Corn Syrup is very bad for us and it is as addictive as cocaine!! Do you think that the industry doesn’t know that?? It keeps people coming back for more and making lots of money for them. And, oh, by the way this includes Agave nectar!! (Sorry).



It contributes to weight gain, heart disease and many other diseases including gout and diabetes. Studies are just beginning on this topic, so stay tuned for more. Dr Mercola, on his web site, www.mercola.com presented a comprehensive interview with medical doctor and researcher Dr. Johnson on March 13th.

Dr Mercola also discusses the vital importance of Vitamin D3 in many back issues as well as a multitude of other important health information that is not reported in the regular media. It is our responsibility to know. It affects every part of our lives. When we don’t know, we can’t take care of our health. Our lives are then controlled by others, people we don’t even know!! Dr Mercola gets millions of hits every day on his site. People want to know. Join others and take care of your health. You can subscribe and get newsletters 3 times a week.

Carolyn Kelley
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A Cascade of Thoughts and Ideas to Share with You

Hi Friends,

The world is changing so rapidly and life is very exciting when we understand it! Truths that have been shrouded in mystery for 1000's of years are now beginning to become clear, make sense and be scientifically substantiated! I have a cascade of thoughts and ideas that I want to share with you on this subject. So here goes, something to ponder.....

Most people don't know.
And...they don't know they don't know!

Here is a recent video where I explain this in further details:



I'll be writing more posts here about this. If you are local, I am starting a group in Conscious Awakening that will cover the topics in this video and more. Email or call 603.286.4696 for more info.