Guest guest Posted October 17, 2001 Report Share Posted October 17, 2001 At 04:11 PM 10/17/01 +0000, you wrote: >Thanks Heidi, But let me ask you this: If a soapmaker's dog or cat is >eating the the product, is she still allowed to make the claim on the label > " Not Tested on Animals " ?? -Lynne B. of course....it's tested IN animals...not " on " animals! Your source for superb Essential Oils, Aromatherapy Accessories, Information, Books and more! Visit us at: <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 17, 2001 Report Share Posted October 17, 2001 At 04:11 PM 10/17/01 +0000, you wrote: > I haven't tried it yet. >1 1/2T beeswax >1/2 T cocoa butter >1Tcoconut oil >1 t thyme e. oil >1/2 t rosemary e. oil >1/2 t lavender >3 drops castor oil please DON'T try it...that's FAR too much EO for the amount of base! Your source for superb Essential Oils, Aromatherapy Accessories, Information, Books and more! Visit us at: <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 23, 2002 Report Share Posted April 23, 2002 Of interest? JUMP STARTING THE IMMUNE SYSTEM!! CELL EXERCISE!! So there I was, jumping up and down on my mini-trampoline, working up a sweat, exercising - my cells? It's called " Rebounding " and it could save my life! Exercise of the lymphatic system is probably one of the most important outcomes of a good physical regimen that we scarcely think about. The lymph is our internal pollution disposal system. The lymphatic network is a part of the immune system that plays a vital role in the elimination of toxic waste from tissues. Rebounding aids the lymphatic circulation by stimulating the millions of one-way valves in the lymphatic system. Jumping up and down improves the diffusion and peristalsis of interstitial fluid between the cells. Better circulation means better cell health. Rebound exercise is one of the best forms of cell stimulation and therefore cell health. The lymphatic system is made up of lymph fluid, (the word " lymph " is derived from the Latin word for clear water), lymphatic vessels, bone marrow (where immune cells are manufactured), lymph nodes, spleen and tonsils. Interstitial fluid is pumped through this system via the muscles. A sluggish lymphatic system is most often due to a lack of muscle exercise. Without muscle contraction diffusion is inhibited, hence waste protein accumulates. Are the annoying signs of cellulite starting to worry you? - Keep jumping!! In cases where muscles are being overworked with insufficient surface stimulation or where there is lack of aerobic or oxygen producing exercise, a build up of toxins in the surface tissues is made noticeable as cellulite. The lymphatic system has a network of thin tubes that branch, like blood vessels, into all the tissues of the body. The lymph is a tissue cleansing, yellowish thin fluid that is primarily water. Lymph flows at about 120 ml per hour but can change to as high as 1,800 ml per hour during vigorous exercise. The reason the change occurs during exercise is because when muscle contraction takes place, fats, glucose and glycogen are used up leaving carbon dioxide, heat, water, lactic and uric acid behind. It is up to the lymphatic system to make sure these body pollutants are removed from the system. The fluid that flows through this vessel network system contains infection-fighting cells called lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell that is crucial in regulating and carrying out most of the activities of the immune system. Along the vessel network are groups of small, bean-shaped organs called lymph nodes that filter the lymph fluid as it passes through them. Clusters of these nodes are found in the underarm, groin, behind the knees, in the crutch of the elbow, the side of the neck, outside of the breasts, armpits and abdomen, about 100 nodes in all. The chemical balance is similar to blood plasma except lower in proteins and variably higher in fat and mineral content. If the immune system is weak we are subject to the invasion of allergies, flues and bacterial organisms. The glands indicate an infection is present by painful swelling and tenderness to the touch. Conditions such as arthritis, high blood pressure and depression have all been linked to poor lymphatic drainage. Cancer begins in the lymphatic system. When cancer spreads, it does so by way of the body's protein waste highway (the lymph system). The detoxifying abilities of the lymphatic system are reduced by poor diet, stress, heavy metal and environmental toxicity, which may result in hormonal dysfunction, immune-suppression and chronic degenerative disease. Outside of a vigorous physical regimen, diet is the most predictable method of ensuring an active immune system. If you are a couch potato and have poor nutritional habits, but want to make a change, start by initiating a detoxification cleanse. Kick off the cleansing process by drinking pure water mixed with organic lemon juice, (where possible emphasize organics in the diet). Hydrating your body with water should be done throughout the day, not large amounts all at once. Thirst is the first indication of dehydration! Try not to reach that point. Use about one-half an ounce of water per pound of weight to determine the quantity of water required during the day. Do not use juice, coffee or regular tea in this calculation. Maintain a basic supplementation program that includes Vitamin C, B-Complex, Greens and Multi Minerals. Try avoiding wheat, dairy and refined sugar products (many people have a sensitivity that they are not aware of; however, their body is telling them because they have digestive upsets and diarrhea to name a few). Always carry healthy snacks (fruit, veggies, nuts, seeds and energy bars) with you. Avoid all sugar (always read the ingredients of what you are eating). Eat from these food groups: grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits and meats (organic where possible). Look at food in the way it decays. Foods that are loaded with preservatives have long expiry dates. Fresh foods decay more quickly, having more nutritional value. To save time, clean all your veggies when you buy them. Prepare a large salad that will last a few days. Use the ingredients from your salad for sandwiches or veggie plates, as well as eating them while traveling. You may eat more veggies if you do this. Many foods have healing properties, for example barley is a calcium supplier, colon aid, as well as a lymph cleanser. Prepare meals that contain fresh living ingredients. I would recommend taking a brutally honest look at what you eat. Allow one day and journal everything you put into your mouth. Monitor your mood swings as well as your energy level drops. As you read the ingredients of the products you are ingesting, take note as to the sugar content. You may be surprised at how much refined sugar does go into your body. Get adequate rest at night, at least eight hours sleep for most of us, is essential. Practice relaxation techniques (it does reduce stress). Appreciate nature. Exert yourself to sweat; the moisture produced is full of body toxin waste material. Stay clean, brush your body once a day with a natural bristle dry skin brush, it vitalizes the skin surface by removing dead skin cells and causes the lymph to move. And remember, lots of jumping! Listen to your body - it is always talking to you. And I would love to talk to you too! Lynn McIntosh, R.N.C.P., (Nutritionist) www.thenutritionist.org Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 1, 2002 Report Share Posted December 1, 2002 Yup, I've been getting his newsletters for several years now . They are so informative. If I still lived near Chicago, you can bet he would be my doctor! Patty ----- Original Message ----- From: S.Wilkins ; Sent: Sunday, December 01, 2002 12:24 PM Subject: Re: Digest Number 1091 Hi, and Patty, I hope you are subscribed to mercola.com for his newsletter. This month - or last - he had an article on "the raw egg issue" explaining why. I just read it last night so maybe you can still find it in the current issue. Love, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 2, 2002 Report Share Posted December 2, 2002 , I was getting those newsletters even before I was his patient. They are great, arent they?How is your surgery date looking? How are you feeling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2005 Report Share Posted May 12, 2005 Cristi, I read PetePixx's observation (about the way we moms identify ourselves) as positive. As the mom of a child with many special needs, I have become--like you--a tireless advocate on his behalf. That's included doing neurofeedback for 2 years with great results: a stable child who is doing well socially and in a private, very small school. I belong to another listserv that is full of accusations and counter-accusations. On that list, if you suspect a slight bubbling up within a message, you can be pretty sure it is intentional. This list is different. I think people's intentions are good on this listserv (I've been on it for 2 years). Here,you can feel secure in giving people the benefit of the doubt. Jane Stay connected, organized, and protected. Take the tour: http://tour.mail./mailtour.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You are posting as a guest. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.