The big bad C.V.D is still around and will always be around.  Sorry to say that it's not going away any time soon.  We really don't know the truth about how it started.  There are many speculations about it being manufactured in a lab to spreading from animals.  We are being told that it's been found not only in us humans but also deer, dogs, and now possibly cows.  There is information out that that dogs are now being given the "jab" for it and pretty soon cows will be as well.  It's all very scary isn't it?  Trusting anyone with authority on this is questionable because we have not been given the entire truth.  There are too many questions that have been unanswered and too many things that don't make sense or line up. 

As far as I'm concerned, the best thing we can do is take care of ourselves in the best way we know how.  To do that,  I highly suggest keeping a few supplements in your cupboard like my family does just in case you end up with C.V.D.  It has come into our office about 4 times now with clients needing help or not knowing they have been exposed to it.  Here are supplements we use:

1.  CellTem Homeopathic Remedy
2.  Influenseg Homeopathic Remedy
3.  Vitamin C
4.  Vitamin D & K
5.  Zinc (need Quercitin to be absorbed)
6.  Quercitin
7.  Olive Leaf Extract
8.  N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)

We carry these all in our office.  You are welcome to come by to pick them up or call us and we will ship them to you.

If you prefer to order online, you are welcome to order online yourself with these links:

CellTem and Influenseg are homeopathic remedies by Nucleic.  You can order those at this link:  https://www.joyfullivingservices.com/nucleic-products.html

Vitamin C, D&K, Zinc, Quercitin, Olive Leaf Extract, and NAC are Nature's Sunshine products.  You can order those  at this link:
https://www.naturessunshine.com/?referral=220327&offer=NSP 

It's always better to be prepared and have these items in your cupboard just in case you need them. 

My Other Suggestions:
1.  Be aware of people around you but do not be afraid. 
2.  Notice if anyone is coughing around you and stay clear of them. 
3.  Be sure to wash your hands throughout the day as this is the best way to stay healthy.
4.  If you wear a mask, only wear it for the day, and then wash it in hot soapy water. 
5.  Do not wear the same mask day after day.
6.  Be sure to drink plenty of water (1/2 your weight in ounces) to keep your body hydrated.
7.  Keep your immune system strong by sleeping well. 
8.  Go to bed on time and sleep in a dark room.
9.  Go out in the sun at least 15 minutes every day.
10.  Exercise a little bit everyday. 
11.  Eat a good healthy, clean, diet free from junk foods and fried foods.
12.  If you need to lose weight, lose it.  This puts a lot of stress on your body.
13.  If you're stressed, drink herbal teas or take supplements to help your body balance.
14.  If you're constipated, eat more fiber or take supplements to open up your elimination.
15.  Live your life the way you want to live it - love who you want to love - be who you want to be.

Let’s talk about water 
 
Not only is it a big part of what you are made up of (or should be) but you probably already know 70%+ of the Earth  is covered with water (not to mention what’s underground). 
 
How interesting of God to plan & create this
 
Ask yourself…how much of your ‘underground’ is made up of water
 
Most are dehydrated. If you are thirsty, you are already dehydrated.
 
*How does your skin look
*Do you have brain fog
*How is your digestion
*Eliminating at least once+ a day
 
These are just a FEW signs your body is lacking in water. 
 
Quick test: Pinch the skin on the back of your hand & let go right away. Did the skin snap back right away If not, you are dehydrated.
 
Lots of health problems can be helped significantly just by drinking water 
 
A good rule of thumb  is to drink half your weight in ounces of water a day.
 
How to calculate this: Divide your weight in half to get the number of ounces (example: 150 pounds/2=75 ounces).
 
Don’t drink this all at once as it can tax the kidneys, will make you have to pee a lot & it will be clear, (should be straw-colored) & won’t hydrate your cells.2-4 ounces every 30 minutes is better.
 
What kind of water ***NOT from the tap There are too many undissolved solids (TDS = total dissolved solids) for the body to try to clean out before it can get the water out of the solids & hydrate your cells.
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Some confuse this with minerals they say we need from our water.
 
Think of it this way: God’s perfect water cycle creates distilled water:  evaporation,  condensation,  precipitation.
 
We have, & will always have, the exact same amount of water that has been here since Creation due to this amazing cycle
 
Distilled is best - don’t get confused by those who say we get minerals from the tap. Not true-they add that ‘stuff’  to the tap water that the body does not recognize & has to clean it up first.
 
Get your minerals from clean, organic food
 
Reverse osmosis water is also good.
 
Carbonated water produces an acidic environment. That turns into inflammation, & can result in pain & other unwanted health symptoms.
 
Lots to process yet it’s very simple
 
Let’s talk WATER 
 
Go hydrate 

A few times a month I've been writing about an herb, homeopathic remedy, or some type of cleansing product.  Today I'm going to talk about CellTem which is a homeopathic remedy that I've been having great success with.

Cell Metabolism RNA and DNA Fortification and Regulation

Areas of research:
Autism Spectrum/ ADD-ADHD
Cancer/Cell Mutations
Chemical Exposures
DNA and RNA based Vaccination
Genetic Disorders
Radiation Exposure
Cachexia

DNA and RNA are the backbone to life and its expression
Nucleotides are the basic fundamental structures in DNA and RNA. DNA is made of four types of nucleotides, which are linked covalently into a polynucleotide chain (a DNA strand) with a sugar-phosphate backbone from which the bases (Adenine, Cytosine, Guanine, and Thymine). Together these base pairs form a helix structure. When paired, these chains of nucleotides creates a unique set of instructions for every human cell on the planet.

Genes interact with our environment and cancers
As the onslaught on our cells becomes ever compounding due to toxins, stress, EMF, and overall life, it is no mistake that damage to the our genes can become apparent. All cancers arise as a result of changes that have occurred in the DNA sequence of the genomes of cancer cells. Over the past quarter of a century much has been learnt about these mutations and the abnormal genes that operate in human cancers. We are now, however, moving into an era in which it will be possible to obtain the complete DNA sequence of large numbers of cancer genomes. These studies will provide us with a detailed and comprehensive perspective on how individual cancers have developed.

Cancer is responsible for one in eight deaths worldwide. It encompasses more than 100 distinct diseases with diverse risk factors and epidemiology which originate from most of the cell types and organs of the human body and which
are characterized by relatively unrestrained proliferation of cells that can invade beyond normal tissue boundaries and metastasize to distant organs.

DNA and RNA Vaccination
DNA or RNA Vaccination technology is not new. DNA vaccination has become the fastest growing field in vaccine technology following reports at the beginning of the 90’s that plasmid DNA induces an immune response to the plasmid-encoded antigen in contrast to vaccines that employ recombinant bacteria or viruses, genetic vaccines consist only of DNA (as plasmids) or RNA (as mRNA), which is taken up by cells and translated into proteins. The long term effects of DNA and RNA vaccinations on humans have not completely been studied however, which brings much controversy as to the future of this technology.

Celltem is a homeopathic regulation remedy designed to address cell metabolism at the central core, the nucleus. Homeopathic remedies in the form of sarcodes(Imprints of healthy tissue) have also been added to homeopathically induce favorable cell response on both DNA and RNA and its reparation according to homeopathic theory.

Disclaimer: Nucleic products does not take liability for any misuse of this informational material. Information of our products is for educational purposes only and pulled from research journals cited. References to action of homeopathic drugs can be found in the Homeopathic Pharmacopeia of the United States. These products and informational documents are not intended to diagnose, treat or
mitigate any disease. This product has not been evaluated by the FDA.

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The modern world is full of toxic compounds. Nearly everything from the fish we eat to the water we drink is affected by modernity. Microplastics have made their way into the most remote parts of the ocean. Crops are sprayed with man-made pesticides to keep pests away. And, in some places, pollution is thick enough to cloud the air.

Many of these modern-day chemicals are known as endocrine-disrupting chemicals. They affect your endocrine system—an important bank of internal glands and hormones that help maintain processes like appetite, libido, sleep, metabolic functioning, and mood.

Let’s take a look at the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) “dirty dozen” endocrine disruptors so you can be on the lookout for them as you protect yourself and your body’s terrain.
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Below, you’ll learn more about the endocrine system and why endocrine disruptors pose significant risk to your health and wellness.

What Is the Endocrine System and Why Is It Important?

The endocrine system controls and regulates complex activities in the body by secreting hormones into the bloodstream. Hormones are messengers that bring information to cells and help maintain whole-body balance or homeostasis.

When you think of hormones, you might think about a bad outbreak of acne when you were a teenager. Or a fit of sadness your own teenager went through last week. But hormones play an important role in maintaining your health.

Hormones regulate everything from your reproductive processes to your metabolic functions.

They’re produced by a collection of glands throughout your body. The major endocrine gland include your:

• Hypothalamus,
• Pituitary gland,
• Pineal gland,
• Thyroid,
• Adrenal glands,
• Thymus,
• Pancreas, and
• Gonads (testicles and ovaries)

Each gland is responsible for producing different hormones. For example, the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located in your neck, is responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism and other important functions. The pancreas, on the other hand, is responsible for secreting insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream to regulate blood sugar levels.
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The endocrine system and its hormone messengers have a say in nearly every important internal process. That’s why it’s important to pay attention to which chemicals are disrupting your endocrine system.

What are Endocrine Disruptors?

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are chemicals that interfere with your hormone processes. EDCs can be natural or manmade, and they’re abundantly found in things you interact with everyday such as food, cosmetics, and plastic water bottles.

EDCs can throw off your endocrine system in a number of ways. Mainly, they:

• Mimic hormones,
• Block hormones,
• Interfere with hormone production, and/or
• Modify the body’s sensitivity to hormones.

Endocrine disruptors can play many tricks on the body. They have a hand in increasing production or certain hormones, decreasing the production of others, imitating hormones themselves, turning one hormone into another, binding with hormones, and interfering with hormone signaling.

Let’s take a deeper look at 12 of the top endocrine-disrupting chemicals and discover how to avoid them so you can keep your endocrine system in good working order.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #3: ATRAZINE

Atrazine is an herbicide product widely used on corn crops. It’s sometimes called the most popular herbicide used in the United States. Consequently, it’s also a contaminant of drinking water.

Researchers have found that exposure to atrazine can have a profound effect on sex hormone production. It can turn male frogs into females that produce viable eggs. It’s also been scientifically linked to breast tumors and prostate inflammation in animals.
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How to avoid atrazine: Atrazine is extremely common in the agricultural industry. To limit your exposure, buy organic produce whenever possible and be sure to invest in a robust water filter.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #4: PHTHALATES

Phthalates are used as plasticizers in PVC plastics. Since phthalates are not chemically bound to PVC, they often leach into food and air. Humans are typically exposed through direct contact and general environmental contamination. We ingest, inhale, and come into contact with phthalates over the course of our entire lifetime, including during intrauterine development.

Research has shown that phthalates can prematurely signal testicular cells to die. Though it’s normal for cells to die off in the body, premature cell death isn’t typical. Studies have also tied phthalates to significant hormone changes, lower sperm count, and thyroid irregularities.
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How to avoid phthalates: Avoid plastic food containers and plastic wrap made from PVC (which has the recycling label #3. Cosmetic products also popularly contain phthalates, so be sure to buy cosmetics from a company that promotes phthalate-free personal care products.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #5: PERCHLORATE

Perchlorate is a chemical compound that is both natural and man-made. It is a component in rocket fuel, explosives, fireworks, and road flares. Ironically, it also contaminates much of our produce and milk, according to EWG and government testing data.

When perchlorate enters the body, it interferes with iodine uptake—an important nutrient that promotes healthy function of the thyroid gland. If you ingest too much perchlorate, you can alter your thyroid hormone balance, ultimately affecting your metabolism and brain and organ development in infants and children.

How to avoid perchlorate: Buying a water filter is a good way to reduce your ingestion of perchlorate in your water source. Also, ensuring you have adequate intake of iodine in your diet may mitigate the effects of perchlorate on your thyroid.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #6: FLAME RETARDANTS

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) are flame retardants found in consumer products. They are so widespread that they’re used in everything from TVs to mattresses.

In recent years, PBDEs have generated concern because of their widespread distribution in the environment and their potential to bioaccumulate in humans and wildlife.

These chemicals can imitate thyroid hormones in your body and alter thyroid functions. They’ve been linked to hyperthyroidism and lower IQ.
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How to avoid flame retardants: You can avoid exposure to flame retardants by wearing an industrial mask when you replace old carpet. Often, the padding underneath carpets contains PBDEs. You might also consider using a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter, which can cut down on toxic-laden house dust.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #7: LEAD

You probably already know how dangerous lead is, but it’s worth reiterating here. Lead (Pb) is toxic to a variety of internal organs and has been linked to many health defects such as brain damage, lower IQ, hearing loss, miscarriage, increased blood pressure, kidney damage, and nervous system impairment.

Namely, lead disrupts the hormone signaling that regulates your body’s major stress system (also called the HPA axis). When lead affects your body’s ability to deal with stress, you’re more susceptible to immune function impairment, high blood pressure, anxiety and depression.

How to avoid lead: Lead is found prevalently in old paint. Particles are easily inhaled through crumbling old paint, so wear a mask if you’re doing home renovation.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #8: ARSENIC

Arsenic (As) is something you might associate with a murder mystery or your favorite true-crime TV series. But arsenic is a toxin sometimes found in food and drinking water. Of course, if you ingest enough arsenic, it can be fatal. But many people unknowingly ingest small doses that lead to widespread, chronic health problems.

Arsenic is a hormone disruptor. Specifically, it interferes with hormone functioning in the glucocorticoid system that regulates sugar and carbohydrate metabolic processes. Disruption in the glucocorticoid system has been linked to weight fluctuations, immunosuppression, insulin resistance, and osteoporosis.

Arsenic exposure has also been linked to increased risk for skin, lung, and bladder cancers.

How to avoid arsenic: A trusted water filter can reduce your exposure to arsenic in drinking water. Also, since arsenic can be found in contaminated soil, washing and peeling vegetables is a good idea.

​ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #9: MERCURY

Mercury (Hg) is a naturally occurring, though toxic, metal. It is most often let into the air by burning coal. It can also be found in contaminated seafood.

Pregnant women are at high risk for the toxic effects of mercury, since mercury has been known to concentrate in the fetal brain and can affect brain development.

Mercury is known to have adverse effects on the adrenal glands, as well as the thyroid, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland.
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How to avoid mercury: Eat sustainable, low-mercury seafood. Wild salmon and farmed trout are good choices since they contain lots of healthy fats without the risk of mercury contamination. Higher mercury fish include king mackerel, shark, and swordfish.

​ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #10: PERFLUORINATED CHEMICALS

Perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) include a variety of man-made chemicals used across many industries since the 1940s. They’re used to make non-stick cookware and are also found in certain textiles, leather, water-resistant apparel, rubber, and plastics.

People can be exposed to these chemicals through food, which is contaminated through soil, water, food packing, and processing equipment. PFCs are notorious for being resistant to biodegradation, meaning they easily build up in humans and the environment.

Researchers are still hard at work determining the widespread biological effects of PFCs, but it is thought that they namely affect thyroid and sex hormone levels in the body. PFOA in particular has been linked to decreased sperm quality, low birth weight, kidney disease, thyroid disease, and cancers.
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How to avoid PFCs: Opt for pans without the non-stick coating. A well-seasoned cast iron pot is a wonderful replacement. Also, beware of water-resistant coatings on clothing, furniture, and carpets.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #11: ORGANOPHOSPHATE PESTICIDES

Organophosphate pesticides were developed to target the nervous systems of insects that disrupt agricultural practices and crop maintenance.

Many studies have linked organophosphate exposure to brain development and reproductive defects, though they are still widely used today. Namely, organophosphates affect the way testosterone, a male sex hormone, communicates with cells in the body. It has been shown to alter thyroid hormone levels.
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How to avoid organophosphate pesticides: Buying organic produce will help limit your exposure to all pesticides, including organophosphate pesticides.

ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR #12: GLYCOL ETHERS
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Glycol ethers are man-made chemicals used since the 1960s as solvents and stabilizers in a wide variety of personal, household, and industrial products. They’re used in degreasers, adhesives, cleaners, dyes, inks, water-based paints, lacquers, perfumes, and cosmetics.

Some studies have linked exposure to certain glycol ethers to blood abnormalities and spontaneous abortion.  Research is also discovering that aerosol ether products may be linked to asthma and allergies.
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How to avoid glycol ethers: Since glycol ethers are so prevalent, it’s hard to avoid them completely. The safest way to avoid exposure is to avoid products with ingredients such as 2-butoxyethanol (EGBE) and methoxydiglycol (DEGME). When possible, opt for natural cleaning products.

BUY ORGANIC AND NATURAL PRODUCTS TO MITIGATE YOUR RISKS OF ENDOCRINE DISRUPTORS

All in all, endocrine disruptors are everywhere in the modern world. They’re in our conventional food practices, furniture, cookware, and cosmetics. They’re in our air and our soil.

It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the ubiquity of EDCs. But you do have the power to make safe, smart, healthy choices in your everyday actions.

To limit exposure and protect your body, buy products from ethically driven and environmentally conscious brands that have your best interest at heart. Here are a few:

• Buy organic food products from Thrive Markets
• Buy safe skincare products from Annmarie
• Buy water filters from Berkey
• Buy air purifier from Air Doctor
• Buy an organic mattress from Plush Beds​

WHAT CAN I DO NOW?  DETOX!!!

Here are some things you can do now to take control of this situation:

1. Follow the suggestions in the articles above on how to avoid the endocrine disruptors in your life.
2. Detox.  We suggest TRS to detox.
3. Work with methylation with Methylzyme.

Questions?  Contact our office for more information at 530-878-1119 or iridology@netzero.net.

REFERENCES

1. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0887233315002222
2. https://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/97/5/700.short
3. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s002440010300
4. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1438463907001125
5. https://www.nature.com/articles/7500535
6. https://www.nejm.org/doi/pdf/10.1056/NEJM198001033020105
7. https://content.sciendo.com/view/journals/intox/8/2/article-p55.xml
8. https://academic.oup.com/toxsci/article/98/1/75/1659131
9. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2723593/
10. https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/full/10.1289/ehp.11681
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13. https://www.drnasha.com/2020/07/29/the-top-12-endocrine-disruptors-and-how-to-avoid-them/

Berberine 900MG Capsules

Areas of Research
Lyme’s Disease
Infections
Diabetes (Blood Sugar)
Ovaries (PCOS)
Acne (Skin)
Diarrhea from Clostridia Difficile
Leaky Gut from Clostridia perfringens & paraputrificum
Reduction of M2 Microglial activation

Insulin Resistance and Glucose Balance
Berberine, a botanical alkaloid from goldenseal used to control blood glucose in type 2 diabetes was recently tested in a study, activity and action of the mechanism of berberine were investigated in vivo and in vitro. In this study, insulin resistance was decreased after a five week administration of berberine by 46% to 48% respectively. Intracellularly berberine was found to increase glucose consumption (lowered plasma glucose) The insulin-induced glucose uptake was enhanced by berberine as well. Berberine exhibited no cytotoxicity and even protected plasma membranes in the cell culture! These results suggest that berberine enhances glucose metabolism by stimulation of glycolysis, which is related to inhibition of glucose oxidation in mitochondria.

In addition to the metabolic activities, In 1980, the hypoglycemic effect of berberine was found when berberine was used to treat diarrhea in diabetic patients in China. Since then, berberine has been used as an anti-hyperglycemic agent by many physicians in China. Studies have indicated that berberine is an effective insulin sensitizer with comparable activity to common glucose lowering drugs.
 
Anti Microbial Action
Berberine has a well-established antimicrobial activity in the control of infection by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.

Berberine’s Action on PCOS and Fertility
It has been widely known that women with insulin resistance go on to develop PCOS and men with the same condition will have lower circulating levels of testosterone followed by higher estrogen. Studies have indicated that berberine is an effective insulin sensitizer with comparable activity to common glucose lowering drugs. Reduced insulin sensitivity is reportedly a factor adversely affecting the outcome of IVF in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Compared with placebo, greater reductions in total testosterone, free androgen index, fasting glucose and fasting insulin were observed in the berberine and metformin groups. Three months of treatment with berberine or metformin before the IVF cycle increased the pregnancy rate and reduced the incidence of severe ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. Treatment with berberine, in comparison with metformin, was associated with decreases in BMI, lipid parameters and total FSH requirement, and an increase in live birth rate with fewer gastrointestinal adverse events.Berberine and metformin treatments prior to IVF improved the pregnancy outcome by normalizing the clinical, endocrine and metabolic parameters in PCOS women. Berberine has a more pronounced therapeutic effect and achieved more live births with fewer side effects than metformin.
 
Berberine and the Gut
Several studies have shown that berberine may modulate the gut microbiota through enriching short-chain fatty acid (SCFA)-producing bacteria and reducing microbial diversity. This in turn inhibits dietary polysaccharide degradation and decreases caloric intake in the gut, which may improve energy metabolism and intestinal health; anti-inflammatory effects; and immune regulatory effects. Berberine has been also found to affect specific bacterial species both in vitro and in vivo, including Bifidobacterium longum, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Clostridium perfringens, and Clostridium paraputrificum. It may also improve colitis by inhibiting the growth of gram-negative intestinal bacteria, such as Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Proteus mirabilis. Besides repressing or killing harmful gut bacteria, berberine has some positive effect on beneficial gut microbiota, such as Bifidobacterium adolescentis and Lactobacillus acidophilus

Benefits surrounding Clostridia
Berberine has been proven to be ground breakingl for treating different symptoms caused by Clostridia. It has been beneficial to diarrhea outbreaks and has reduced M2 microglial activation by increasing the production of butyrate. In Regards to neurotransmitter physiology, Clostridia toxins Inhibit dopamine B-Hydroxylase, which is the rate limiting factor in the conversion of dopamine to norepinephrine. These toxins increase dopamine in cytosol, toxic dopamine metabolites, and oxygen superoxide which in turn depletes the brain of glutathione and leads to oxidative damage. With the increase in toxic metabolites, brain mitochondria and neurofibrils are damaged and mitochondrial dysfunction occurs. This in turn damages neuronal Krebs cycle enzymes, neuronal mitochondria and neurofibrils resulting in increased damage to brain mitochondria.
 
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As a result of much scientific research and many clinical studies, echinacea is now considered one of the best-known and extremely safe immune strengtheners available. This humble annual herb has been shown to fight bronchitis, colds, flu, infection, strep throat, and other immune and respiratory problems. Taking echinacea at the first sign of cold or flu can arrest the problem and shorten the duration of symptoms. In fact, Dr. Mahady, Ph.D., who assisted the World Health Organization in reviewing the world’s scientific literature on this powerful herb, reports that echinacea will shorten the duration of a cold even if it is taken after an individual has become sick.1
  
The mechanism by which echinacea strengthens immune function to counter bacterial and viral infection is remarkable. Echinacea contains polysaccharides which resemble bacteria, causing the immune system to regard them as foreign invaders. In turn, the immune system builds up its defenses against echinacea, increasing the body’s production of white blood cells, thereby becoming stronger and more capable of fighting a real bacterial invasion. Even after exposure to a virus, echinacea can block virus receptors on the surface of cells, preventing the virus from “taking hold.” Echinacea also normalizes body temperature, whether high or low.2
  
Echinacea polysaccharides also produce an anti-hyaluronidase effect—the ability to protect hyaluronic acid from being dissolved by a foreign enzyme. Hyaluronic acid forms a protective gel around cells to prevent viral penetration. In addition, echinacea contains a caffeic acid ester called echinacoside, which functions as a natural antibiotic, enabling the herb to fight and even prevent infection in much the same way as penicillin. Furthermore, echinacea contains fat-soluble substances called alkylamides which provide additional antibacterial and antifungal activity, as well as mild anesthetic effects.2,3,6
  
Researchers have confirmed echinacea’s ability to increase the immune system’s production of interferon—the substance which fights viral infections in the body—as well as it’s ability to increase production of T-lymphocytes (T-cells) and other white blood cells which fight bacterial toxins. In fact, scientists at the University of Munich found echinacea stimulates infection-fighting T-cells more than 30% in comparison to other pharmaceutical immune stimulants. Echinacea also stimulates macrophage activity to help keep the lymphatic system operating efficiently. Macrophages are large cells in the lymph nodes which locate, filter out and destroy foreign particles, bacteria and toxins in the lymph fluid—a process known as phagocytosis. Such immunostimulating activity enables echinacea to effectively protect the body against virus-related diseases, including canker sores, herpes and influenza.2,3
  
German researchers published a study in Planta Medica which demonstrated that E. purpurea increased viral resistance 80% in mouse cells treated with the herb 4 to 6 hours before exposure. Additionally, treated cells remained resistant for roughly 24 hours.  Another study, involving 180 individuals with flu-like symptoms or feverish upper respiratory infections, concluded that those receiving 900mg of E. purpurea root daily experienced significant improvement of cold symptoms over both the placebo group and the group receiving only 450mg of echinacea daily.3-5
  
Echinacea is a blood and lymph cleanser and has been shown to be quite effective against Streptococcus—a genus of bacteria which can cause gastrointestinal, respiratory and urinary tract infections, among others. Echinacea is also regarded as an effective remedy for abscesses, blood poisoning (septicemia), boils, chronic infections, diptheria, fungal problems, gangrene, gingivitis, laryngitis, malaria, meningitis, pyorrhea, sinusitis, skin diseases (applied externally for acne, herpes, and psoriasis), swollen glands, tonsillitis, typhoid, slow-healing wounds, venereal diseases and postviral fatigue syndrome, also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). Echinacea is currently being studied as a possible treatment for HIV and AIDS.6,7
  
Recent studies show echinacea reduces inflammation, perhaps owing to the cortisone-like activity identified in the plant and its ability to stimulate production of adrenal cortex hormones. Echinacea also inhibits the discharge of fluid and other materials from cells and tissues, usually resulting from inflammation or injury.3
  
For individuals suffering from impaired immune function, recent research data indicates that long-term usage of echinacea can provide long-term benefits. Individuals are typically recommended to take echinacea for 8 weeks, followed by a 1 week reprieve. Furthermore, an extensive review of both published and unpublished research was conducted to determine the safety of echinacea usage. Results of the review confirmed that echinacea is safe for use by individuals of all ages, “from infants to adults.”3,8
  
Individuals with allergies to daisies should avoid taking echinacea, as some allergic reactions have been reported. Avoid applying an echinacea tincture directly to inflamed tissues: for throat infections, take the tincture with warm water as a gargle; for topical application, dilute the tincture approximately 1:6.1,5
  
Although controversial, the official German Commission E monographs for echinacea suggest possible contraindication in cases of “progressive systemic diseases like tuberculosis, leukosis, collagen disorders, or multiple sclerosis,” thereby suggesting the exercise of caution with any autoimmune condition. However, according to more recent research, contraindications in cases of autoimmune diseases may be questionable since beneficial effects in autoimmunity have been reported.5,8,9
  
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Pau d’arco trees are native to the rain forests of South America and are known to repel fungal growth. Native tribes of South America profess that pau d’arco tea, made by boiling the bark in water, consumed three times a day, can cure tumors. The tea is also used to purify the blood, increase urine flow, reduce fevers such as malaria, and treat dysentery, rheumatism and ulcers. Natives use pau d’arco topically for a variety of skin diseases, including eczema, fungal infections, hemorrhoids, psoriasis, skin cancers, snakebites, and wounds.
   
Medical doctors in Brazil recommend drinking pau d’arco tea for its antifungal properties against ringworm, systemic Candida albicans yeast infections, and other intestinal parasite infestations. Pau d’arco has also been used by numerous physicians in Brazil in the treatment of cancer. According to research published in Planta Medica and the Journal of Natural Products, pau d’arco’s anti-cancer activity may be due to the presence of cytoxic napthoquinones—compounds which demonstrate a toxic effect on certain cells. Unlike conventional cancer therapy, pau d’arco is known to cause no adverse side effects such as hair loss, pain or immune disfunction. Even the FDA acknowledges the herb’s safety and has given pau d’arco “a clean bill of health.”
   
Scientific research shows pau d’arco stimulates the production of red blood cells in bone marrow. Research also confirms pau d’arco is strongly anti-inflammatory, relieving the pain of arthritis, cystitis, inflammation of the cervix, and prostatitis. Pau d’arco even possesses antimicrobial, anti-tumor, and antiviral activity, being particularly effective against viral infections of the mouth, nose, and throat, and is widely used throughout the world as an antioxidant and general preventative treatment for cancer. More specifically, pau d’arco is heralded for use in cases of candidiasis, chlamydia, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Crohn’s disease, leukemia, lupus (discoid and systemic), and Raynaud’s disease.
   
The inner bark of pau d’arco is rich in lapachol, an immuno-stimulant compound having antibiotic and anti-tumor properties. Lapachol prevents tumor growth by inhibiting oxygen metabolism by tumor cells. Recent research shows lapachol to be active against lymphocytic leukemia in mice. Researchers at the Naval Medical Research Institute in Bethesda, Maryland also found lapachol to exhibit a protective action against the penetration and infection of a deadly parasite known as Schistosoma mansoni, which can be transmitted to humans through contact with fresh water contaminated by human feces.
   
Pau d’arco demonstrates the ability to reduce blood pressure and counteract the effects of diabetes, partially due to the presence of an alkaloid called tecomine.
   
Pau D’Arco Extract is formulated in a purified water and alcohol base to facilitate quicker absorption.

If you would like to add this herb to your cupboard to have on hand you can order it by contacting us at 530-878-1119 or e-mailing Brenda at iridology@netzero.net.  If you would like to order directly the link to order is:
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As the holidays are quickly approaching we wanted to remind you that the holidays are a special time to be grateful for our family, friends, and our health.  It's also a time when so many people are "stressed out" because of everything we feel we need to accomplish on top of our regular routine. 

Try to find time to slow down, find balance, and to connect to those you love. 

Gift Certificates for an iridology consult, ZYTO bio scan, and foot bath for yourself or a special loved one is a great way to give this season and help yourself.

Check out our holiday specials here:
https://www.joyfullivingservices.com/monthly-specials.html

Below are a few herbal combinations that might just help you sleep a little better, deal with the anxiety from being around large crowds on Black Friday a little bit easier, and all the holiday craziness at this time of year.

​Nature's Cortisol - $54
-Stress-free feels good. Boost your stress response with cortisol, DHEA and nervous system supporting herbs and minerals. Plus, cortisol levels have been connected to weight management efforts!
-May support the body’s reaction to stress

-May help maintain normal range cortisol and blood glucose levels

Cortisol is a hormone produced in the adrenal glands in response to stress. It promotes the formation of glucose, which is used as fuel during stressful situations. Researchers have begun to notice a connection between cortisol levels and weight-management indicators, such as calorie consumption and weight gain. This formula contains Relora® to help the body manage stress and maintain cortisol levels already within the normal range. Other key ingredients—banaba, holy basil, chromium and vanadium—help maintain blood glucose levels already within the normal range. This product also features DHEA, a hormone precursor that interacts with the adrenal glands, which may subsequently affect cortisol production. Nature’s Cortisol Formula® also features decaffeinated green tea extract (60% EGCG), l-theanine (Suntheanine®, which supports the body during times of stress) and calcium ascorbate.

Nerve Eight - $18
-Feel good again with a specially formulated blend of potent herbs to relieve occasional stress. Their potent phytonutrients have a rich history of calming nerves and supporting restful sleep.
-Traditionally used to calm nerves and relieve occasional stress

-Supports healthy nervous system function

This specially formulated blend of herbs supports the nervous system and includes hops, valerian, wood betony and others that have been used traditionally to calm nerves, relieve occasional stress and support restful sleep.

NutriCalm - $29
-Nutri-Calm® is the unique combination of natural extracts plus C-and-B Complex vitamins, to maintain a more peaceful mindset.
-Give your nervous system a break with a unique blend of non-GMO herbs and nutrients

-Supports the nervous system

Nutri-Calm® is a unique formulation, containing C and B-Complex vitamins along with natural extracts, designed to maintain a sense of calm and peace of mind.

Purchase Today at Joyful Living Services, 530-878-1119 or send an e-mail to iridology@netzero.net

One of our students has been helping someone learn this technique.  This is how she healed from her severe injury over the years,   This is what has kept her super active and her husband uses it.  They  have used SOT for 20 years.  Gravity puts you back in alignment.
Dr. Troy Dreiling of Vancouver, WA has a really nice video showing it.