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posted by admin on Apr 9

No one can prevent the process of aging, nor waning vitality, which can take place at different rates for different people. There is little point in being too grieved about it; just remember that you have gained experience, wisdom and skills in those past years, things that can help you to replace the decreasing energy to the extent that the achievements of an experienced man are able to surpass those of a youth still full of vitality. Even in the area of technology it is not so much the existing knowledge and power but their skilful use that raises its potential to the maximum heights.

Beware of exerting yourself to the limit, leading to complete exhaustion, because every violation of biological laws will find its revenge and you may have to pay a bitter price.

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posted by admin on Apr 9

On the other hand, our own domestic animals are not necessarily safe either and can also transmit disease. For instance, it is possible to contract brucellosis by drinking infected raw milk. This animal disease, which is characterised by a recurrent or undulating fever is by no means pleasant and is difficult to cure, unless powerful doses of vitamin E are given. Most people know that cats and dogs can easily transmit worms to humans if no care is taken and close contact with the animals maintained. For one thing, never let these pets lick your hands when they try to show their joy and enthusiasm. Then there are some forms of eczema that can be transmitted to humans by cows, mainly the calves. Beware of these conditions too, since it is often very hard to cure them. Dab the eruption at once with diluted Molkosan (whey concentrate). It usually helps to kill the causative agents.

Even if pets and animals are dear to you and you love them, remember the reasons why it is necessary to keep them at a proper distance. Moreover, do not think of flies and mosquitoes as being harmless and entitled to fly around your home. Make a determined effort to rid the home of these and other insects and you will be much less likely to suffer from infectious diseases.

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posted by admin on Apr 9

While milk is a valuable food for growing children, is must be free from impurities and pathogenic matter, which it may contain if the animals are housed under poor hygienic conditions. The quality and biological value of milk also depend upon the animals’ feed. Some farmers use excessive quantities of concentrated feed or artificial fertilisers for their fields. Milk produced by their cows is not 100 per cent safe and the consumer would be advised to boil it. Since in some countries there is still the danger of brucellosis, in this case, too, it would also be advisable to boil milk. However, if you are fortunate enough to live, or spend your holidays, in the mountains where the cows roam freely, no such safety measures will be needed and you can drink the milk without any hesitation or risk. Good pure milk and wholewheat bread, and of course vegetables and fruit and other natural, wholesome foods, are essential to good growth and health.

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posted by admin on Apr 9

People of a lymphatic constitution, who frequently have reason to complain of swollen glands, should make the fullest use possible of all available berries. They are excellent for the glands, and may also help to reduce susceptibility to infectious diseases of the respiratory organs.

Mothers-to-be will similarly benefit from berries. When there are sufficient vitamins and minerals in the blood, most of the ailments associated with pregnancy can be avoided. Since vitamin Ñ prevents morning sickness, it is recommended to eat food rich in this vitamin during pregnancy.

Allergic problems and the weariness often felt in the spring, the so-called ‘spring fever’, will be alleviated or even overcome by eating plenty of berries. Of course, we are referring to berries in their fresh, raw state. Eat as many as possible before preserving or bottling the surplus. You must remember, however, not to use white sugar for preserving, since it is a calcium robber and can cause problems. Rely on the fruit’s own sugar instead, which, after all, is the most valuable sugar of all and berries are very rich in it. Since extra sugar is needed to make jam, use unrefined brown cane sugar with at least 10-20 per cent grape concentrate added, to give it still greater nutritional value.

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posted by admin on Apr 9

Eggs should come from healthy, naturally fed, free-running (free-range) poultry, if at all possible. When eaten raw, they are more wholesome than any other way. However, since it is quite possible that eggs contain hazardous bacteria, great care should be taken in choosing one’s supplier. Sick chickens usually carry these bacteria and can transmit them through their eggs. Duck eggs are known as carriers of the paratyphoid bacillus, although the birds themselves may appear to be quite healthy. For this reason, be especially careful with duck eggs.

Nevertheless, eggs are rich in lecithin, which is a valuable nerve food. Raw egg stimulates the flow of bile. Healthy eggs can be beaten raw into soup before serving, or mixed with honey or some other natural sugar and eaten in this way. Eggs are also rich in protein, especially the yolk, although most people make the mistake of assuming that the protein is found chiefly in the egg white.

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posted by admin on Apr 7

It is an unmistakable symptom that the liver is somehow out of order when the patient can no longer stand the sight or smell of fatty or fried food. For instance, if you cannot tolerate fried potatoes any longer although they used to be a favourite dish, you can be sure that you are suffering from a liver disorder, which will need careful attention. Another symptom of a liver problem is an extreme sensitivity to fruit, for example, oranges or orange juice suddenly upset you, or stone fruits no longer agree with you. In this case your liver has lost its ability to digest the fruit acid. A further liver symptom may be seen in an irksome itching that can turn out to be so unbearable that you would like to scratch until you bleed. An insatiable sensation of thirst can also be considered as a symptom of liver disorder, unless, of course, it is a sign of pancreatic insufficiency or even diabetes.

On the other hand, emotional breakdown is a typical symptom of liver trouble. We feel depressed, everything seems dismal, without our really knowing why we feel that way. Nothing cheers us up anymore and we are usually morose and in a bad mood. Instead of seeking the cause of the problem within ourselves we are more of the opinion that the whole world is against us. So, when others in the family confirm that we are often quite unbearable, we can be sure that our liver is out of order.

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posted by admin on Apr 7

It is alarming to think how easily we can be poisoned, especially today when the use of chemicals on farms and in food processing is so commonplace.

Cold meats and processed luncheon meats pose a particular risk, as do commercially prepared, precooked meals. So if you are in any doubt as to the freshness of such foods, do not eat them; they may have gone bad.

Anyone who has visited or lived in a tropical or subtropical climate knows how dangerous it is to eat fruit that has not been thoroughly cleaned. In the tropics, a cucumber salad made with unpeeled cucumbers can actually endanger your life. To be on the safe side, it is better to eat fruits that can be peeled, for example bananas and oranges.

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posted by admin on Apr 7

It is not easy to treat shingles and a cure often takes a long time. So it is good to know of the excellent results that can be achieved with the natural methods of treatment combined with homoeopathic medicines. For speedy relief injections of Formisoton 6x and Rhus tox. 12x are given and Mezereum 4x (daphne, spurge laurel) is taken orally. To stimulate the kidneys, drink goldenrod (Soli-dago) tea and an infusion of rose hip kernels. Locally, dab the affected area with a fresh plant extract of Melissa off. (lemon balm) and Calendula (marigold).

Attention to the diet is important. Cut down on salt and concentrated proteins such as eggs, cheese, fish and meat; they are best avoided. Fruit should only be eaten if well mixed in with flakes of wheat, millet or barley. Eat plenty of vegetables and drink carrot juice. Wholegrain cereals are also indicated, for example wheat grains, brown rice, barley and buckwheat. Since shingles affects the nerves, good remedies for building up the nerves are a valuable support to the treatment of this disease. Highly recommended are Ginsavena or Ginsavita tablets and Neuroforce, also Kali phos. 6x; these should be taken three times a day.

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posted by admin on Apr 7

Many people, and more particularly women, often complain about a pounding of the heart without being able to explain its cause. Naturally, when climbing stairs rapidly everyone becomes aware of a faster heart beat. However, if you frequently experience a rapid heart beat without prior physical exertion or emotional upset, it would be wise to undergo a thyroid test.

A hyperactive thyroid has certain characteristics. Besides a faster pulse rate there is generally a loss of weight and an inner vibration in the chest area. Other symptoms are loss of hair, diarrhoea, and often a feeling of tension and anxiety. The basal metabolic rate is increased and the eyes take on a distinct shine. The doctor’s examination will usually reveal a swelling of the thyroid gland, a goitre.

Goitre, as a result of either an overactive or underactive thyroid, is much more frequent than many people are aware, particularly in land-locked countries such as my native Switzerland, or the central plains of the United States. Many sufferers simply resign themselves to a constant state of nervousness and hypersensitivity, two of the unpleasant symptoms of this complaint.

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posted by admin on Apr 7

As soon as medication that stimulates the glandular activity is given, the blood pressure returns to normal. Let me point out, however, that it is not advisable to take powerful hormone preparations, since their remedial effect is usually not permanent and can result in unpleasant side effects, or the blood pressure may be forced up too quickly. So would it not be better to stimulate the sex glands indirectly? It is possible to do this with potassium iodide preparations containing organically bound iodine from seaweed. Although all kinds of seaweed can be used, kelp is especially appropriate. No wonder Kelpasan tablets have for this reason gained such wide popularity. Rauwolfia root, which is grown in India and Sri Lanka, has also acquired a good reputation for its effectiveness and patients are also given the tincture to reduce high blood pressure. Ginkgo biloba drops are another splendid remedy, since the active ingredients obtained from the leaves have a beneficial effect on the circulatory system. For women, a very good homoeopathic remedy for the ovaries is Ovarium 3x. This excellent remedy regulates the function of the ovaries without any side effects.

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