Humour: Food Survey‏

A worldwide survey was conducted by the UN in the 
year2005. 

The only question asked was:

"Would you please give your honest opinion about 
solutions to the food shortage in the rest of the
world?"
 
The survey was a huge failure, In Africa they didn't
know what 'food'meant, 
In India they didn't know what 
'honest' meant, 
In Europe theydidn't know what 'shortage' meant, 
In China they didn't know what 'opinion'
meant, 
In the Middle East they didn't know what 'solution'
meant, 
In South America they didn't know what 'please' meant, 
And in  the
USA they didn't know what 'the rest of the world' meant.
 
 
 

[ MOST COMMON HOUSEHOLD TOXINS ]

Most Common Household Toxins

By Ben Kim, D.C.

Exposure to household toxins is linked to just about every disease that we know of, most notably cancer. Numerous animal studies have linked many of the more than 24,000 toxins that exist in our environment to negative health effects on the following systems:

• Cardiovascular
• Nervous
• Endocrine
• Respiratory
• Reproductive
• Immune

Many household toxins have also been linked to mental and physical developmental problems in children.

Because we are unable to feel, see, smell, or taste many household toxins at first contact, it is important to be aware of the most common household toxins and to proactively take measures to prevent or reduce our exposure to them.

The most common household toxins are as follows:

1. Triclosan: an antibacterial agent that is chemically similar to the dioxin class of compounds.
   
   Linked to: immune system dysfunction.
   
   Most commonly found in: many liquid soaps and in some deodorants, toothpastes, cosmetics, kitchenware, and children's toys.
   
   
2. Phthalates: large phthalates are chemicals that are added to plastics to impart resilience and flexibility. Smaller phthalates are used to prolong the length of time that a scented product maintains its fragrance.
   
   Linked to: endocrine, reproductive, and developmental problems.
   
   Most commonly found in: vinyl flooring, plastic food packaging, plastic bags, plastic clothing, detergents, children's toys, shower curtains, and personal care products like soap, shampoo, nail polish, and hair spray.
   
   
3. Bisphenol A: used in epoxy resins that line some metal cans, and to make polycarbonate plastics utilized in a variety of food containers and baby products.
   
   Linked to: endocrine problems.
   
   Most commonly found in: food and drink containers, baby bottles, teethers, toys, metal food cans, and dental sealants used to prevent cavities.
   
   
4. Carbon monoxide: formed from incomplete combustion of fuel. Carbon monoxide decreases delivery of oxygen to cells.
   
   Linked to: cardiovascular and nervous system failure.
   
   Most commonly produced by: leaking furnaces and chimneys, gas stoves, wood stoves and fireplaces, back-drafting from gas water heaters, and auto exhaust from an attached garage or nearby traffic.
   
   
5. Perfluorinated chemicals: used to make stain-repellents and non-stick surfaces.
   
   Linked to: many different types of cancer and developmental problems in children.
   
   Most commonly found in: teflon-coated cookware, microwave popcorn bags, and stain-guarded clothing, furniture, and carpets.
   
   
6. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs): chemicals that are released into the air as gases.
   
   Linked to: reproductive, respiratory, neurological, and developmental problems. Also linked to different types of cancer.
   
   Most commonly found in: air fresheners, hair spray, perfumes, cleaning products, paints, carpets, and furniture made out of pressed wood.
   
   
7. Radon: odorless gas that forms as uranium in rocks and soil breaks down.
   
   Linked to: lung cancer.
   
   Most commonly found in: confined spaces, the most common of which are poorly ventilated basements that have cracked walls and/or floors.
   
   
8. Lead: a heavy metal that can build up in our tissues.
   
   Linked to: cancer, neurological dysfunction, hormonal imbalances, reproductive problems, and developmental problems in children.
   
   Most commonly found in: lead plumbing pipes found in older homes, lead-based paint, crystal tableware, and some varieties of imported mini-blinds.
   
   
9. Pesticides and herbicides: linked to problems with the nervous system, and possibly a risk factor for cancer, developmental challenges, and reproductive problems.
   
   Most commonly found in: non-organic food supply, non-organic farming regions, and non-organic landscaped areas that are well maintained.

Although we are all at risk of experiencing health problems due to exposure to the household toxins listed above, particularly worrisome are the effects that these toxins may have on babies growing in their mothers' wombs.

A study conducted in 2004 by the Environmental Working Group found that umbilical cord blood from 10 newborns contained chemicals used in consumer products, pesticides, and by-products from gasoline, garbage, and the burning of coal.

On average, the blood from each newborn contained 200 industrial pollutants and chemicals. Of the 287 toxins that were found in the newborns' blood, 180 are known to cause cancer in humans or animals, 217 are known to be toxic to the brain and nervous system, and 208 are known to cause birth defects or abnormal development in animal tests.

I think it's important not to become obsessed with living in a way that minimizes exposure to household and other toxins. I firmly believe that such an obsession can quite possibly become an emotional stressor that creates more of a negative impact on our health than toxins themselves.

Still, within the context of living emotionally balanced lives, we can significantly lower our risk of developing many different types of chronic disease by doing our best to avoid the most common sources of the toxins listed in this article.

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[ Imaging Tests can Damage Kidneys, heart etc ]

Warning: Imaging Tests Can Damage Kidneys, Increase Stroke and Heart Attack Risk
by S. L. Baker, features writer

(NaturalNews) No matter what your health complaint is, if you go see your doctor you might end up undergoing some kind of high tech imaging procedure such as cardiac angiography, CT (computed tomography) or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). According to a study published last fall in the journal Health Affairs, medical imaging has soared over the last few years across all types of these tests, doubling the annual medical cost per patient. In fact, the study confirmed previous reports that patients are far-too-often being subjected to unnecessary imaging.

At least, most of these tests are minimally invasive and thoroughly studied to make sure they carry few risks so they are safe, right? Unfortunately, the answer is no. New reports of lasting, health-harming effects from some imaging tests are accumulating. A case in point: a new study just published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society Nephrology (CJASN) warns that seemingly minor and reversible kidney damage injury which can arise after undergoing certain common medical imaging procedures is a serious health threat. The reason? It is linked to a greatly increased risk of stroke, heart attack and death.(Can get more at www.naturaln ews.com)

Please Read this News

GPS

A couple of weeks ago a friend told me that someone she knew

had their car broken into while they were at a football game. Their

car was parked on the green which was adjacent to the football stadium and

specially allotted to football fans. Things stolen from the car

included a garage door remote control, some money and a GPS which had been

prominently mounted on the dashboard.

When the victims got home, they found that their house had been

ransacked and just about everything worth anything had been stolen.

The thieves had used the GPS to guide them to the house. They

then used the garage remote control to open the garage door and gain

entry to the house. The thieves knew the owners were at the football

game, they knew what time the game was scheduled to finish and so they

knew how much time they had to clean out the house. It would appear

that they had brought a truck to empty the house of its contents.

Something to consider if you have a GPS - don't put your home

address in it. Put a nearby address (like a store or gas station) so

you can still find your way home if you need to, but no one else would

know where you live if your GPS were stolen.

MOBILE PHONES

I never thought of this.......

This lady has now changed her habit of how she lists her names

on her mobile phone after her handbag was stolen. Her handbag, which

contained her cell phone, credit card, wallet... Etc....was stolen.

20 minutes later when she called her hubby, from a pay phone

telling him what had happened, hubby says 'I received your text asking

about our Pin number and I've replied a little while ago.'

When they rushed down to the bank, the bank staff told them all

the money was already withdrawn. The thief had actually used the stolen

cell phone to text 'hubby' in the contact list and got hold of the pin

number. Within 20 minutes he had withdrawn all the money from their

bank account.

Moral of the lesson:

Do Not disclose the relationship between you and the people in your contact list.

Avoid using names like Home, Honey, Hubby, Sweetheart, Dad, Mom, etc....

And very importantly, when sensitive info is being asked

through texts, CONFIRM by calling back.

Also, when you're being text by friends or family to meet them

somewhere, be sure to call back to confirm that the message came from

them. If you don't reach them, be very careful about going places to

meet 'family and friends' who text you.

PLEASE PASS THIS ON

I never thought about the above!

As of now, I no longer have 'home' listed on my cell phone.

MSG (a slow poison) - Very interesting

MSG (a slow poison) - Very interesting

The food additive MSG (Mono-Sodium Glutamate) is a slow poison. MSG
hides behind 25 or more names, such as Natural Flavoring." MSG is even
in your favorite coffee from Tim Horton's and Starbucks coffee shops!

I wondered if there could be an actual chemical causing the massive
obesity epidemic, and so did a friend of mine, John Erb. He was a
research
assistant at the University of Waterloo in Ontario , Canada , and spent
years working for the government. He made an amazing discovery while
going through scientific journals for a book he was writing called The
Slow Poisoning of America ..
The Slow Poisoning of America , he said that MSG is added to food
for the addictive effect it has on the human body.Even the propaganda
website sponsored by the food manufacturers lobby group supporting
MSG explains that the reason they add it to food is to make people eat more.
MSG m anufacturers themselves admit that it addicts people to their
products. It makes people choose their product over others, and makes
people eat more of it than they would if MSG wasn't added.
"Hypothalamic lesion induced by injection of monosodium glutamate in
suckling period and subsequent development of obe sity." Tanaka K,
Shimada M, Nakao K Kusunoki. Exp Neurol. 1978 Oct.

No, the date of that last study was not a typo; it was published in
1978. Both the "medical research community" and "food manufacturers"
have known about the side effects of MSG for decades.The media doesn't
want to tell the public , fearing issues with their advertisers. It seems that
the fallout on the fast food industry may hurt their profit margin.

(If you still believe that MSG is good for us and you don't believe what
John Erb has to say, see for yourself. Go to the National Library of
Medicine at www.pubmed.com . Type in the words
"MSG Obese" and read a few of the 115 medical studies that appear.)

[ GARLIC THERAPAY.‏ ]

THERAPY FOUND IN A BUDDHIST MONASTERY OF MONKS IN COMMUNIST CHINA

Preparation

250gm Garlic

200ml Rum (White better)

Peel the garlic and together with rum grind in a mixer (grinder), then put it in a glass jar (always it has to be in a glass container) and close it tightly (air tight) then place it in the refrigerator for 10 days. (In this period it should not be opened). Later take it out and strain it using a fine cloth, close it tightly and place it back in the refrigerator for 2 days. After this period the medicine is ready for the therapy to begin:

The dosage has to be taken as the instruction given below:

Day	Breakfast	Lunch	Supper
1	1 drop	2 drops	3 drops
2	4 drops	5 drops	6 drops
3	7 drops	10 drops	9 drops
4	10 drops	11 drops	12 drops
5	13 drops	14 drops	13 drops
6	16 drops	17 drops	18 drops
7	12 drops	11 drops	10 drops
8	3 drops	0 drops	7 drops
9	6 drops	3 drops	4 drops
10	3 drops	2 drops	1 drop
11	15 drops	15 drops	25 drops
12	25 drops	25 drops	25 drops

Continue taking 25 drops 3 times a day till you finish the medicine in the bottle. You should not repeat this therapy with out completing 5 years

This extract of garlic cleans the whole organism from the fats and frees it from any blood clots. It improves the metabolism, consequently the blood vessels regain elasticity. It cures arteriosclerosis, sinusitis, hypertension, all the diseases concerning bronco pulmonary headaches, cerebral thrombosis, arthritis, gastritis, ulcers in the stomach, hemorrhoids. It absolves all types of internal and external tumors. It improves vision & hearing. It cures the entire body.

[ The above article appeared in Iyer web mail]