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Video by Starling Childs, MS, Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, on Radio Frequencies and wildlife. It has been shown that butterflies, birds, and other migratory species are having their navigation disrupted by electromagnetic frequencies created by cell towers, Wi-Fi, and other radio frequencies. As Childs describes, even frog’s development is arrested when in an EMF environment. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9d20HXRdVw (only 2 min)

If these unseen wave “hazards” are the “canary in the coal mine” harbingers of what is happening to us on a genetic and subliminal level, then we should pay attention. With the push for smart phones, smart meters and smart houses, there will be no getting away from these frequencies which are alien to our body. Symptoms will arise and diagnosis will not target EMF so there really will be no cure for future illnesses. Our advice is to fight the siting of cell towers and smart meters which directly could affect your health, and restrict your use of cell phones. If that isn’t possible, used texting more and don’t hold the unit – put it on a table. The radio frequencies emitted by cell phones can harm the neurological make-up of your body which after time can manifest in symptoms of disease. See this website for more info on this subject. http://www.emfnews.org/Symptoms-of-Electromagnetic-Radiation-Sickness-EMFS.html

Reducing the confusion about sugar alternatives we explain here:

Overconsumption of sugar has ramifications that include in addition to contributing to obesity, contributes towards diabetes, cavities, compromised immune system, kidney damage, atherosclerosis, oxidative stress and cancer.

There are two types of sugars:

Non-caloric, natural sugar alternatives: Stevia which is a plant based sugar is a good alternative that can have beneficial health benefits as well like lowering blood pressure. Luo Han Guo or monk fruit has been used for hundreds of years in China is on the FDA GRAS list and as well can have health benefits like anti-fatigue qualities and some studies showed it inhibited skin cancer in animals.

Caloric Sugar Alternatives: Sugar alcohols have undergone less refinement than regular sugar products. Sugar alcohols can be found in fruit, vegetables and other plants. Examples are : erythritol, mannitol, sorbitol and xylitol. These do not contribute to tooth decay, but can cause bloating and diarrhea when consumed in excess. Erythritol is absorbed into the bloodstream in the small intestine and excreted in the urine and because most of it doesn’t enter the large intestine it does not cause the laxative effect. Honey is composed of fructose, glucose, maltose, sucrose and water and scores low on the glycemic index for a sweetener. Maple syrup contains less than 1% of fructose or glucose and scores low on the glycemic index and some thoughts are that since it scores low it is useful to prevent type 2 diabetes.

Poor sugar choices: Fructose is sugar and can raise triglyceride levels, increase weight gain and insulin resistance. Agave syrup, once thought to be a sugar alternative is 84% fructose and can raise triglyceride levels as well. It also has less antioxidant properties than refined sugar. Brown rice syrup also raises blood glucose levels and may also contain unsafe levels of arsenic. It is comprised of 45% maltose, 3% glucose and 50% maltodextrins.

Most people say sugar is sugar, but that is not true anymore. If you really need something sweet avoid those poor sugar choices along with refined sugars.

Summer is vacation time. If you travel by air you know you are sharing space with lots of germs. When others cough or sneeze those happy germs get circulated around the cabin several times before they exit. Airplanes are kept dry because of the pressurization system and this helps to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungus. However, the influenza virus is most infectious at this temperature and humidity level.

Not only airborne germs, but those on arm rests, windows and those convenient seat pockets can find their way to your insides. These surfaces are not disinfected between flights so it is up to you to carry a “wipe” and protect yourself. Those tiny lavatories are also a happy home for germs. Even though they are supposed to disinfect them between flights, 50 folks using the lav during the flight can quickly exacerbate the germ environment – especially those that sit on handles waiting for your touch.

To help protect you from airborne germs we advise carrying a personal air purifier that can zap germs around you before they enter your nose. The one we use is a Chi-Ionizer. And to boost your immune system check out a good antibacterial herbal throat spray, something to counter the critters in your nose like   X-Clear and an immune booster. We like the Del-Immune V which is  a strain of Lactobacillus rhamnosus (DV strain). Studies have shown that peptides found in lactobacillus cells are pivotal for getting the immune system going in a rapid manner.  These are just suggestions but are what we have found to be effective so we recommend them.

Another big consideration, is change your travel plans when you are sick. It’s not fair to other passengers and it can compound your illness because you are more susceptible to new pathogens when your immune system is compromised. If you have allergies or congestion it can result in a painful ear during descent as your eustachian tubes will have difficulty clearing. You may consider taking a natural or over-the-counter decongestant before going to the airport.  If you keep these recommendations in mind you should be able to enjoy your trip.

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Nutritionists warn about too much omega 6. They are sort of wrong, but don’t understand the difference between parent and derived oils so lump everything into one. We will explain why you should be changing your thinking about EFAs to include a 2:1 ratio of omega 6 (parent) to omega 3.

Omega-3s and omega-6s are polyunsaturated fatty acids that differ from each other in chemical structure and function. Modern diets contain few sources of omega 3s, mainly the fat of cold water fish such as salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel, black cod, and bluefish. Omega-3s are plentiful in diets of unprocessed foods and where grazing animals eat grass. By contrast, today’s western diets are overloaded with omega-6s, mainly in oils  and from the meat of animals that are fed grain.  There is a misconception among nutritionists that we already get plenty of omega-6 in our diets. But actually we get very little pure, unadulterated “parent” omega 6 oils because of the processing – we only get the “bad” form of omega 6.

Hormones derived from these bad omega-6 fatty acids tend to increase inflammation (an important component of the immune response), blood clotting, and cell proliferation, while hormones from omega-3 fatty acids have the opposite effect.

Now, how do you determine what your body really needs? It’s the difference between processed foods and raw organic food (parent). Parent Essential Oils start out in food, but by the time the food processors finish, these nutrients are damaged, removed, or deactivated. This is what most EFA supplements or oils, end up as. You need to only take “parent” oils or those extracted from raw foods, not the processed ones.

Parent Omega-6 is Linoleic Acid (polyunsaturated) from safflower, sunflower, and evening primrose. Your body will utilize mostly the parent form and make the derivatives as needed (GLA, DGLA, AA). Parent Omega-3 is  Alpha Linolenic Acid (super-unsaturated) from flax, hemp. Derivatives are SDA, EPA, DHA. (Fish oil is naturally almost 100% derivative omega-3, therefore it is not the ideal form for long-term supplementation). The proper ratio for supplementing with these oils is 2:1 in favor of Omega 6 parent oil. If you adhere to this you will avoid the harmful overdoses of “derivatives,” as found in so many commercial products. Make sure the source of your oil is organic as well to avoid hormonal complications from pesticides.

As for the need for Omega 9s, the body needs omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids but can’t make them, which is why they’re termed “essential” – we must get them from our diets. Omega-9 fats are described as “non-essential,” because our bodies can synthesize them from other things we eat, and we don’t have to depend on direct dietary sources to obtain them. The main omega-9 is oleic acid, found in olive oil, canola oil, peanut oil and sunflower oil so if you use any of those or eat sunflower seeds you will get enough omega 9.

Therefore, look at what is on your shelf. We advise pitching the fish oils and anything that just says it contains GLA,AA, EPA, DHA, etc. as those are derivatives and not the health parent oils. We found a good plant oil that we’ve been using for years. Check it out: http://bit.ly/1jPU7Cf

We just posted some new articles on our e-commerce site  http://www.foreveryoungcooperative.com/articles1.html

Interview with Jayne Murray, author of The River’s Bend and former girlfriend of JFK. Talks about her being a cancer survivor.

Also a new article for sports enthusiasts: Carbs vs. electrolytes. What is right for you.

and older articles on inflammation, joint pain and golf.

The FDA announced its preliminary determination that partially hydrogenated oils (the primary dietary source of artificial trans fat in processed foods) are not generally recognized as safe, ie: not on the GRAS list anymore. this is based on available scientific evidence. Commissioner Margaret A. Hamburg, MD of the FDA said: “Further reduction in the amount of trans fat in the American diet could prevent and additional 20,000 heart attacks and 7000 deaths from heart disease each year.  

The Independent Institute of Medicine concluded that trans fat provides no known health benefits and that there is no safe level of consumption.  So please read your label. ANYTHING LABELED HYDROGENATED OR PARTIALLY-HYDROGENATED  makes trans fats. You will see this in most processed foods, cooking oils, bakery items, fried foods, donuts, frozen pizza, coffee creamers, microwave popcorn, canned frosting and more. We’ve been saying how bad this is for you for years – now the FDA is finally considering getting on board!

excerpted from Health Industry News  www.naturalpractitionermag.com

RF-EMF emissions from wireless phones are class 1 human carcinogens

Using the long-established and respected Bradford Hill criteria for assessing causality, this paper shows that RF-EMF exposure from mobile (and cordless) phones should be regarded as an IARC class 1 human carcinogen (cancel causing agent). Current guidelines for exposure need to be urgently revised.

Wireless phones, i.e. mobile phones and cordless phones, emit radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) when used. An increased risk of brain tumors is a major concern. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) at the World Health Organization (WHO) evaluated the carcinogenic effect to humans from RF-EMF in May 2011. It was concluded that RF-EMF is a group 2B, i.e. a “possible”, human carcinogen.

Bradford Hill gave a presidential address at the British Royal Society of Medicine in 1965 on the association or causation that provides a helpful framework for evaluation of the brain tumour risk from RF-EMF.

All nine issues on causation according to Hill were evaluated. Regarding wireless phones, only studies with long-term use were included. In addition, laboratory studies and data on the incidence of brain tumours were considered.

The criteria on strength, consistency, specificity, temporality, and biologic gradient for evidence of increased risk for glioma and acoustic neuroma were fulfilled. Additional evidence came from plausibility and analogy based on laboratory studies.

Regarding coherence, several studies show increasing incidence of brain tumours, especially in the most exposed area. Support for the experiment came from antioxidants that can alleviate the generation of reactive oxygen species involved in biologic effects, although a direct mechanism for brain tumor carcinogenesis has not been shown. In addition, the finding of no increased risk for brain tumors in subjects using the mobile phone only in a car with an external antenna is supportive evidence. Hill did not consider it was essential, or even very likely, that all the listed criteria were likely to be fulfilled.

Ref: Lennart Hardell and Michael Carlberg, Using the Hill viewpoints from 1965 for evaluating strengths of evidence of the risk for brain tumors associated with use of mobile and cordless phones, Rev Environ Health 2013-0006, De Gruyter; DOI 10.1515

http://www.powerwatch.org.uk/news/20131016-hardell-carlberg-papers.asp

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