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Stevia Questions and Answers…article
Stevia (flavored and unflavored) products can be purchased here.
Stevia Questions and Answers…article
We at Rejuvenation Institute do not believe in shots for immunization in children or adults except in extreme situations. We believe you should do your own research, and decide for yourself whether this is appropriate for you or your family. A good place to get information is 909shot.com. If you do not want to vaccinate and someone tells you that you must, know that there is no state in the country that can force you to do this. Go to www.christianhealthfellowship.com, there is a waiver you can download giving you freedom of religious beleif enabeling you not to vaccinate. Print this and give it to the institution.
A Vaccine Primer: Health Professionals Speak Out
All fats have something beneficial to offer the body, except for non‐naturally occurring fats, like the trans‐fatty acids. It would therefore be more correct to say that the only ‘bad’ fat is trans‐fat or processed fat. Little focus has been given to the benefits from the different types of saturated fats: short, medium, and long chain fatty acids. Contrary to conventional belief, saturated fats are in fact beneficial in many ways.
Coconut oil is a saturated fat made up primarily of medium chain fatty acids. Medium chain fatty acids are known to increase metabolism and promote weight loss. Coconut oil can also raise basal body temperatures while increasing metabolism. This is wonderful for people who struggle with low thyroid function.
Since coconut oil is saturated and very stable (unrefined coconut oil has a shelf life of about three –four years at room temperature), the body is not weighed down with oxidative stress as it is with the vegetable oils. Coconut oil does not require the enzyme stress that vegetable oils do, preventing T4 to T3 hormone conversion, not only because it is a stable oil, but also because it is processed differently in the body and does not need to be broken down by enzyme dependent processes as do long chain fatty acids.
The liver is the main place where damage occurs from oxidized and rancid oils. Since the liver is where a great deal of the conversion of T4 to T3 takes place, eliminating or reducing long chain fatty acids from the diet and replacing them with medium chain fatty acids found in coconut oil can, in time, help in rebuilding cell membranes and increasing enzyme production that will help in promoting the conversion of T4 to T3 hormones.
Coconut oil raises energy levels, and promotes weight loss. It has antifungal, anti‐bacterial, and anti‐viral properties, which strengthen your immune system. Coconut oil helps stabilize blood sugar levels, lower cholesterol, and helps increase thyroid hormone production. It assists your body in absorbing other nutrients, like vitamins A and E.
Coconut oil can also be a great moisturizer for the skin. Rubbing coconut oil onto your skin can help dry skin while helping nourish your thyroid.
Coconut Oil
(Informational Purpose Only)
From: Coconut Research Center
“While coconut possesses many health benefits due to its fiber and nutritional content, it’s the oil that makes it a truly remarkable food and medicine.
Once mistakenly believed to be unhealthy because of its high saturated fat content, it is now known that the fat in coconut oil is a unique and different from most all other fats and possesses many health giving properties. It is now gaining long overdue recognition as a nutritious health food.
Coconut oil has been described as “the healthiest oil on earth.” That’s quite a remarkable statement. What makes coconut oil so good? What makes it different from all other oils, especially other saturated fats? The difference is in the fat molecule.
The vast majority of fats and oils in our diets, whether they are saturated or unsaturated or come from animals or plants, are composed of long‐chain fatty acids (LCFA). Some 98% to 100% of all the fatty acids you consume are LCFA.
The size of the fatty acid is extremely important. Why? Because our bodies respond to and metabolize each fatty acid differently depending on its size. So the physiological effects of MCFA in coconut oil are distinctly different from those of LCFA more commonly found in our foods. The saturated fatty acids in coconut oil are predominately medium‐chain fatty acids. Both the saturated and unsaturated fat found in meat, milk, eggs, and plants (including most all vegetable oils) are composed of LCFA.
MCFA are very different from LCFA. They do not have a negative effect on cholesterol and help to protect against heart disease. MCFA help to lower the risk of both atherosclerosis and heart disease. It is primarily due to the MCFA in coconut oil that makes it so special and so beneficial.
There are only a very few good dietary sources of MCFA. By far the best sources are from coconut and palm kernel oils.”
2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion (yellow or red) chopped
1 large bell pepper (any color) chopped
8-10 cloves garlic diced
1-2 jalapeno peppers diced
2 cans roasted green chilies (they usually come in these little cans)
2 pounds tomatoes diced
1 small can corn
3 cans (regular size) beans (black, pinto, kidney) rinsed
1/3-1/2 cup chili powder
red pepper flakes
cayenne pepper
paprika
salt
pepper
cumin
liquid smoke
2 tbs. hot giardiniera (or marinated jalapenos for nachos)
3 oz. dark beer
chocolate (Hershey’s, dark, bitter sweet, cocoa powder) this is key!
barbecue sauce (I prefer sweet baby rays)
soy sauce
turmeric
* As always, the Rejuvenation Institute of Natural Health recommends the use of organic ingredients whenever possible.
1 can albacore tuna (or whatever kind you like)
1 stem celery diced
2 slices of tomato (or a couple halved small ones)
½ avocado sliced
2 slices bread (Ezekiel is delicious and healthy)
1 tbs. mayonnaise
1 tbs. brown mustard (I like spicy)
salt
pepper
Toast bread. Combine tuna, celery, mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper in a bowl and mix until well combined. Salt and pepper to taste. Take bread out of toaster, place avocado on bottom piece. Pile tuna on top of avocado, place tomato slices on top of tuna and finish with top slice of bread. Enjoy!
Optional pairing: Tomato and roasted red pepper soup. This can be found in boxes at stores (including large chains) that carry organic products. Delicious!
Homeopathy is the second most widely used system of medicine in the world. Its growth in popularity in the United States has been around 25 to 50 percent a year throughout the last decade.
This success is fueled by several factors:
Homeopaths treat the symptoms of a number of chronic conditions. A chronic illness is one that lasts a long time, sometimes for the rest of the affected person’s life. The term chronic refers to time, not how serious a condition is. Examples of conditions for which homeopathy is used include:
Nosodal Therapy
Homeopathic remedies prepared from pathogens or diseased tissues are often used to assist the body in recovering from diseased states. These may include bacterial, viral, fungal or parasitic infestations. Nosodal therapy may also be used preventively as a safe alternative to immunizations.
Sarcodal (Glandular) Therapy
Homeopathic remedies prepared from healthy glandular tissue or constituents are often used to help rebuild organs or biological systems that have been weakened or damaged. Sarcodal therapy serves as a biological blueprint to reset the system and bring functions back to normal.
Allersodal Therapy
Homeopathic remedies prepared from allergens or allergen sources are commonly used to treat allergies. In some ways, this is similar to the progressive desensitization of conventional allergen injections, which introduce an allergen to the body in ever increasing concentrations until the body no longer reacts with the cascading histamine reaction. Allergens, which are introduced to the body homeopathically, have the same effect, except they reset the responsiveness at the cellular level (instead of external allergens), interacting with the surface receptors on the over-reacting cells.
Isodal (Detoxosal) Therapy
Homeopathic remedies prepared from any substance which may be contaminating the body or exerting a toxic effect on the living system may help detoxify the body.
Nutritional Therapy
Vitamins, minerals and supplements can be prepared in homeopathic potencies and still have a substantial effect on a living system. Research demonstrates that low doses of high quality, natural vitamins function better in-vivo than mega-doses of synthetic vitamins.
[1] http://abchomeopathy.com/homeopathy.htm
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LEMON OIL : By placing several drops in your water bottle you will be adding the extra benefits of alkalynizing your system. This is important as acidic bodies do NOT release weight easily. Lemon oil contains 68% d-limonene, a powerful antioxidant with cleansing and alkalinizing properties. Did you know that lemon essential oil from organic lemons vaporized or cold method diffusion can kill meningococcus bacteria in 15 minutes and typhoid bacilli in one hour, and Pneumococcus bacteria within three hours?
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES:
Antitumoral, antisdeptic, improves microcirculation, and immune stimulant (increases white blood cells). It can improve memory, and assist in relaxation. Rich in limonene, which has been extensively studied for its ability to combat tumor growth in over 50 clinical studies.
Plant Origin: California, Italy
Extraction Method: cold pressed from rind. It takes 3,000 lemons to produce 1 kilo of oil.
15 m. bottle ( 250 drops) Retail $12.83
GRAPEFRUIT ESSENTIAL OIL: Enhance drinking water wtih this powerful lipid breaker, (fat dissolver) oil that has been used in weight management programs for decades.
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES:
Antitumoral, metabolic stimulant, antiseptic, detoxifying, diruetic, fat-dissolving, cleansing for kidneys, lymphatic and vascular system, antidepressant. Rich in limonene, which has been extensively studied for its ability to combat tumor growth in over 50 clinical studies. ORGANIC – cold pressed – pure – unadulterated and may be taken internally.
Plant Origin: California, South Africa
15 m. bottle, ( 250 drops) retail $19.74
THIEVES™ oil blendof highly antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-infectious essential oils.
Indredients: Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon bark, Eucalyptus radiata, and Rosemary.
Thieves was created from research of a group of 15th century thieves who rubbed oils on themselves to avoid contracting the plague while they robbed the bodies of the dead and dying. Weber State University in Ogden, UT, demonstrated its killing power against airborne micoorganisms. After 20 minutes of diffusing, it had a kill rate of 99.3% against micrococcus luteus organisms and Pseudomonas aeruginose. While sucking on one drop of this most powerful blend, one can help to balance one’s blood sugar.
l5 ml. size bottle retail $41.78
ENDOFLEX (Endocrine Support Blend)
EndoFlex oil blend amplifies metabolism and vitality, and creates hormonal balance.
Ingredients: Spearmint, (Mentha spicata) used to increase metabolism to burn fat.
Sage (Salvia officinalis) strenghtens the vital centers.
Geraninum (Pelargonium graveolens) assist in balancing hormones.
Myrtle (Myrtus communis) helps normalize hormonal imbalances of the thyroid and ovaries.
German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) is highly anti-inflammatory and liver-protecting.
EndoFlex oil blend can help you maintain overall vitality with a proprietary blend of oils that support the endocrine system, especially adrenal and thyroid. Place several drops of EndoFlex over throat and mid-back.
15 ml. bottle (250 drops) retail $33.88
Most of us, at different times, have experienced hormone imbalances. We all know that hormone imbalances in women can result in hot flashes, mood swings, heavy periods or lack of sex drive. These issues often become the material for great jokes, right?!? Yes, we have to learn to laugh at ourselves, but more seriously, hormone imbalances can result in extreme discomfort, or even breast cancer and ovarian cancer. Even men can be affected by hormone fluctuations, resulting in hair loss, depression and prostate cancer! So whether your symptoms are an annoyance, or whether you’ve battled breast cancer yourself, balancing your hormones is essential. We can feel better… and we should!
Here’s a little mini-education in balancing your hormones.
What causes hormone imbalances? Usually it’s related to a drop in progesterone. Progesterone is a hormone produced in the body which helps to regulate the menstrual cycle of women. Men also produce a small amount of progesterone, As we age, our production of this hormone declines, and after age 40 it drops off sharply. This gradually leads to menopause, and a whole host of progesterone deficiency symptoms. Think of progesterone as the regulator hormone. As progesterone drops, estrogen rises. This increase in estrogen is what causes unwanted symptoms such as weight gain, bone loss, anxiety, hot flashes, insomnia, aging and ultimately cancer. Men lacking progesterone will develop breast enlargement, depression and possibly prostate cancer. Healthy progesterone levels are absolutely vital to a comfortable and healthy life after 40!
Progesterone’s beneficial functions include:
How can you get more progesterone? There are several products you may research. Our favorites are progesterone creams which are applied topically, and a progesterone drop which is taken orally. The cream may be found at a local health food store or online. The oral drops (“Progest-E”) contain vitamin E oil to help absorption so must not be taken on phase 1 of the diet. Be sure to check with your weight loss coach if you’d like more information on ordering these products. Also, if you’d like to check your levels before beginning a progesterone regimen, Rejuvenation recommends a saliva hormone test which you can order and take yourself at home. Please ask your coach about these.
Finally, if you’re not quite convinced about the need for healthy progesterone levels, go to raypeat.com and read some of his articles regarding this hormone. Check out “Progesterone Pregnenolone & DHEA – Three Youth-Associated Hormones” While on the site, you’ll more than likely get drawn into many of his other great articles!
Pregnenolone is considered the raw building material for creating many other hormones. It’s also known as the protecting hormone, protecting our bodies from the negative effects of too much estrogen or cortisol, and most importantly, protecting our bodies from the effects of too much stress. Besides these general benefits, pregnenolone has been shown to:
After the age of 40 or 45, it seems that everyone lives in a state of continuous “stress,” just as a normal part of aging. This coincides with the body’s decreased ability to produce an abundance of pregnenolone” (raypeat.com) So how can you regulate your pregnenolone levels? Once again, a saliva hormone test can lead you in the right direction. If your weight loss coach isn’t able to help you with this, have them put you in contact with our headquarters office in Springfield MO. We would be glad to get you a saliva test and point you in the right direction.
How to Take Enzymes
Your enzymes are there to help you properly digest and absorb your food and pass it through. Taking them on a regular basis should help prevent constipation and aid in weight loss while on the diet! They are very helpful, but if you forget them every once in a while, no need to panic. Just resume the capsules with your next scheduled dose.
Formula 2 – These are specifically for fat digestion. Your body will be releasing stored fat cells back into your system as nutrition. We need to be sure this fat is properly eliminated from the body and taking Formula 2 will do exactly that. 2 of these should be taken 2 times daily without food.
Formula 30 – These are general digestion enzymes. They’ll be assisting you in breaking down all your foods in order for maximum absorption of nutrients and minerals. Take 2 capsules at the beginning of each meal (lunch and dinner). If you forget these at a meal, no need to add them in between meals. Just resume the scheduled dose at your next meal!
If you should run out of either of these enzymes during weight loss, please refill them for the duration of your weight loss phase. Keep taking leftover enzymes during maintenance until they are gone. We recommend staying on the enzymes throughout maintenance, but this is not required.
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