Water
is the body's most important nourishment. An easy way to see how
much water you need each day is to divide your body weight (in
pounds) by 2. That's the minimum number of ounces you need each
day.
If you
exercise or sweat heavily, your body requires even more water. For
example, a sedentary 150-pound person requires 75 ounces of water
daily. An active person may need 100 ounces or more.
Drinking a refreshing glass of water is easy, and so good for you!
Fortunately, there are many simple measures you can take to
improve your health. Here are some more tips that you can do at
home:
12x12 wool flannel cloth, when folded to 4 thicknesses
Castor oil
Heating pad or hot water bottle
Plastic wrap
Towel
Directions:
Saturate the cloth in castor oil
so that it is wet but not dripping. Lie down and apply the
cloth to the abdomen making sure to cover the areas of the
liver (just under the ribs on the right side) and the cecum
(near the hip bone on the lower right side). Place the plastic
wrap over the cloth to protect other items from getting soiled
with the castor oil. Set the heating pad on top at a
temperature that you can tolerate well. Wrap the towel around
your waist to keep the pack securely in place.
Get comfortable and relax for 1
to 1½ hours. Repeat this treatment as needed. I recommend:
3 - 4 times a week for general constipation.
Nightly use for periods of minor abdominal discomfort.
Miraculous?
Castor oil is often called "the
oil that heals." In the Middle Ages the castor bean plant was
referred to as the Palma Christi, the palm of Christ. Many
believe that the "miraculous" healing powers of this plant are
due to its vibratory qualities, but the truth is still
unknown.
Did you know?
Castor oil packs are beneficial
for
Increasing elimination
Stimulating the cecum
Releasing colon impaction
Stimulating the liver and gallbladder
Dissolving gallstones
Reducing flatulence
Increasing lymphatic circulation
Improving assimilation of foods
Reducing swelling and inflammation
Coordinating liver and kidney function
Reducing nausea
Dissolving and removing adhesions and lesions
Relieving pain
Stimulating organs and glands
Increasing relaxation
Castor oil packs have been
recommended for many ailments such as: Appendicitis ·
Arthritis · Cancer · Colitis · Constipation · Epilepsy ·
Gallstones · Gastritis · Migraine · Hepatitis · Hernia ·
Hodgkin's · Hookworm · Impaction · Sluggish liver · Neuritis ·
Cirrhosis · Multiple sclerosis · Lymphatics · Cerebral palsy ·
Sterility · Ringworm · Parkinson's
Reference: The Oil That Heals
by William A. McGarey
Our bodies
eliminate toxins through four major organs: the colon
(assisted by the liver), kidneys, lungs, and skin. Hydrogen
peroxide baths help to cleanse and purify our skin. Hydrogen
peroxide destroys toxins, organisms, and even pulls out the
residues left by soap. In other words, it makes one of our
major eliminators of toxins-our skin-more effective.
Hydrogen peroxide
does all this and is environmentally friendly too, leaving its
only by-products: water and oxygen.
The first time
you bathe with hydrogen peroxide, be sure to notice the
residue left behind after the bath. You just might be amazed!
Supplies:
2 quarts hydrogen peroxide
Bath tub
Directions:
Pour 1 quart
hydrogen peroxide into a hot bath making sure to mix it well
to avoid burning your skin. Be careful not to get any bath
water in your eyes. Immerse yourself into the water and wait 5
minutes. If there is no reaction to your skin, add the second
quart and stir well. Relax and soak for 20 to 25 minutes.
Caution:
If irritation
occurs, rinse yourself off with clear water immediately. You
may want to try again using 1 pint hydrogen peroxide. Women
with vaginitis often experience temporary irritation and
should begin with the lower dose. Always use caution when
exiting a tub. Lightheadedness may occur.
Other Uses:
Hydrogen peroxide
(3%) is excellent as a facial toner and as a mouthwash.
If you suffer
from athlete's foot, try a nightly foot soak in 3% hydrogen
peroxide until the condition clears.
Constipation is often thought of as infrequent bowel movements
that are hard and difficult to eliminate but it is also
incomplete elimination. Ideally you should have a bowel
movement about 20 minutes after each meal. In other words: one
meal in… one meal out.
Causes of
Constipation
The most common
cause of constipation is dehydration. That's right, we're
just not getting enough water. To figure out how much water
you need, take your body weight and divide it by two. That's
the minimum number of ounces of pure, fresh water you need
each day.
The next most
common cause of constipation is diet. The Standard American
Diet is just that, SAD. Most of us eat too many refined
carbohydrates, too much fat, alcohol, sugar, too many
processed foods, and not enough fruits, vegetables, and fiber.
Surprisingly,
gallstones may also cause constipation. In addition, drugs
and medications can be very constipating, not to mention a
sedentary lifestyle with little exercise. A very common but
misunderstood form of constipation is diarrhea. Often
diarrhea is caused from parasites, an irritation in the small
intestines, allergies or a virus. The small intestines
release the digested food quickly into the large intestine (or
colon) for elimination. Instead of moving the fecal mater
that is already present it typically passes around it leaving
an incomplete evacuation.
Supplements
To assist with
regularity, our colons need four basic things:
1.
Probiotics- To assist the body in maintaining good bacteria, I
recommend probiotics first thing in the morning. Make sure
they contain a good spectrum of bacteria such as the
acidophylus and bifida strains,
2.Fiber
- There are many types of fiber on the market but they can be
misleading, absorbing a lot of your body's water. I recommend
Herbal Fiber Blend in the morning and evening.
3.
Essential Fatty Acids (EFA)- I suggest eating nuts and seeds
every day and supplementing with flax, borage, or fish oil of
an evening.
4.Water
– drink a minimum of half your body weight in ounces each day.
Helpful Tips
Of course the
first thing I'm going to tell you is common sense. Drink
plenty of water between meals and modify your diet. A simple
and easy guideline is as follows:
Avoid Caffeine, Refined foods,
Alcohol, and Processed foods.
Avoid “white” food: bread,
pasta, potatoes, crackers, white rice, etc.
Eat fresh veggies for at least
50% of your food intake.
Eat healthy snacks such as
fruits, veggies, nuts and seeds.
A light dinner such as whole,
unprocessed grains and vegetables.
Allow at least two hours after
eating before going to sleep.
Cleanse and detoxify your body through
healthy eating,
exercise, herbs, and colon hydrotherapy.
Start today to live a healthier lifestyle.
Epsom salts are
often used to cleanse and exfoliate the skin, making it soft
and invigorated. They also has been used by many to ease sore
and stiff muscles.
Supplies:
1 cup Epsom salts
Water
Towel or sheet (optional)
Shower
Directions:
Pour one cup of
Epsom salts into a small bowl, adding just enough water to
make a paste. This is a messy job, so after you undress stand
over a towel or sheet, or simply stand in the shower instead
(without the water running). Smooth a thin layer of the paste
onto your skin over your entire body. If you have a partner
who can help, that's great, but if not then cover as much of
yourself as you can. Wait until the mixture has dried; it
forms a white film. Then shower or, better yet, soak in a warm
bath and let the salt help ease your sore and tired muscles,
too! Do not use soap to wash off the salt, as you may clog
your pores.
You will be
amazed at how soft and smooth your skin will feel. I do this
following a hydrogen peroxide bath.
Caution:
Irritation will
occur if you have any open wounds or have recently shaved.
Other Uses:
To rid your hair
of hairspray and other buildup, combine one gallon distilled
water, one cup lemon juice, and one cup Epsom salts. Seal the
mixture and let stand for 24 hours. Work the mixture into your
dry hair and let sit for 20 minutes, then shower and shampoo
hair as usual.
To add body,
restore your hair's natural beauty, or add life to your hair,
try this. Combine equal parts of conditioner and Epsom salts.
Place in the microwave for 20 seconds. Work the mixture
immediately through your dry hair. Let stand for 20 minutes,
then shower and rinse off.
For a cleansing
bath, just add 2 cups Epsom salts, sit back and enjoy.
It is estimated
that nearly half of Americans with gallstones do not have any
symptoms. Symptoms of gallstones are often misleading but may
include constipation, upset stomach, fatigue, hepatitis, and
even diabetes. The symptoms can be so varied that gallstones
are rarely thought of to be the culprit. Removal of your
gallbladder does not exclude you from having gallstones
either. They can still form in your bile ducts.
Gallstones removed from a client during this cleanse.
What Are
Gallstones?
Gallstones are
not truly stones. For one thing they float. The majority of
gallstones are roughly 92-94% cholesterol, which is an oil.
Supplies:
Fresh organic apple juice ~ 1
gallon
1 pint (2-cups) cold pressed
olive oil (DO NOT use heat processed)
Organic lemons – enough to make
1 cup of fresh juice
Optional
Supplies:
Netting or colander large
enough to fit underneath toilet seat
Rubber or disposable gloves
Pitcher of water
Glass jar
Pineapple juice
The Cleanse
Prepare for your
cleanse by drinking all the fresh apple juice you desire for 1
day. The more juice the better, but only drink juice and
water. No food. At 6:30 p.m. stop drinking.
Beginning at 7:00
p.m., drink ¼ cup olive oil along with 2 tablespoons of the
juice from a fresh squeezed lemon. Repeat this process every
15 minutes until you have consumed 1 pint of olive oil and at
least ½ pint of lemon juice. Finish off any remaining lemon
juice. Lie down and rest during this time and when finished go
to bed. Note: you may feel nauseous after consuming the olive
oil but this should pass in a few minutes. If you still feel
nauseous when it is time to consume your next ¼ cup, STOP, you
are finished. Even if you have not consumed the entire
amount.
Drape the netting
or place the colander beneath the toilet seat and place a
pitcher of water nearby. The water is to be poured over what
you eliminate to wash the feces though the netting and leave
the gallstones. Use your gloves to pick through the remains,
remove and rinse the gallstones, and place them in your glass
jar.
What to expect
You should expect
to eliminate between ¼ cup to 2 cups of gallstones. They are
usually green in color but may also be tan, black or red.
They may be as small as a seed or as large as a dime, quarter,
or even larger.
Many people begin
eliminating around 2:00 a.m. the next morning, and may
continue to eliminate for a while. Some people don’t begin
eliminating until late morning. Many folks experience
discomfort, headaches, flu-like symptoms and occasionally
vomiting may occur. If nausea is experienced, drink a few
small sips of pineapple juice.
If you want to
save your gallstones, place them in the freezer since they
will continue to disintegrate otherwise.
Reference: Are
You Stoned? by Claude M. Lewis, D.C., Edith Hiett and Leon
Hiett
Our lymphatic
system is our body’s immune system. The lymphatic fluid can
become sluggish over time and dry skin brushing can be a
lymphatic stimulant. Skin brushing helps exfoliate and
invigorate our skin too. It increases our blood supply to the
area bringing with it nourishment and oxygen.
Our circulatory
system has its own pump (our heart) to move our blood through
our bodies but our lymphatic system does not. It relies
primarily on our movement to assist it. Typically, the more
active we are the better condition our lymphatics are in.
Skin brushing helps move our lymph fluid and gives us a
jump-start on our health.
Supplies:
Natural bristle brush (do not
use synthetic)
Shower
Directions:
Always use a dry
brush. Using a light touch make long strokes towards the
heart, except on your abdomen where your strokes should be
towards your groin. Start with your arms and work your entire
body ending with your toes. Shower and enjoy the day!
If you use a
loofah pad instead of the natural bristle brush, place it in
the washer and dryer prior to use the first time. This will
loosen the fibers and make it more effective.
Caution:
Do not brush to the point of
making your skin raw or sore. If irritation occurs you may be
using too much pressure.
