Did you ever wonder why so many people spend so much money on "health" supplements? I must confess, I have fallen into the supplement trap quite a few times myself, but always seem to come back to my senses. My common sense knowledge, and research, tells me that there is nothing that comes close to our Creators food that has been miraculously designed for us. Everything that is grown for us, has it's nutrient profile in exact ratios that are meant for our bodies to assimilate, thrive, and to stay healthy and disease free..... When we are sick, diseased, or have an annoying ailment, it is from a lack of proper food nutrients from real, living food, not a pill or a supplement deficiency!
In my opinion, isolated vitamin supplements that are created in a lab can be very acidic to our bodies and are hard to properly digest and assimilate...not to mention the unacceptable fillers, colours, binders, and preservatives they include. Our bodies were not designed to consume isolated nutrients that are missing an astounding number of important co-nutrients (most we don't even know about) that work together for proper assimilation.......You can never duplicate nature.
Sometimes we may feel we need to include an isolated nutrient into our diet to help overcome a specific ailment or disease.....that's fine for an emergency or to take for a short time. But in fact, we should be trying to heal ourselves with proper living raw foods and a natural whole foods diet, not taking overpriced supplements thinking they are going to permanently fix the problem.
The problem is, our diets are based on way too much overly cooked foods, microwaved foods, processed starches and grains, factory farmed meat, farmed fish, animal by products and processed meats, eating scavenger animals like pork & shellfish, eating fake vegan "meats", commercial factory eggs, fried foods, white sugar, high fructose corn syrup, regular table salt, alcohol, coffees, soda pop and Slurpees, pasteurized dairy products, isolated soy products, artificial flavourings, artificial sweeteners, artificial colours, refined and bleached oils, hydrogenated oils, bottled fruit juices, candies, cookies, chips, crackers, muffins, foods in a can and box, meal replacement shakes, meal replacement bars, and of course synthetic pharmaceutical drugs.....No wonder our health is in a crisis and disease is rampant. What would you expect?
People will often use the, "in moderation or balance" reasoning, but they don't understand that if you eat a little bit of these foods everyday, that this is not "balance", this is actually your diet! Why would I want to "balance" my healthy diet with junk?
Yes, none of us are perfect and we all want a treat once in a while, but we must strive for a clean, unadulterated diet MOST of the time to keep our bodies functioning like they were designed to do..... then we can afford to have something we shouldn't occasionally.
Remember, YOU are the one in charge of your health and body, NOBODY else....... not a supplement company, pharmaceutical company, your government, or your doctor.
We need to stop blaming "genetics" or "bad luck", and get back to the natural principles of eating........ we have been given the god given tools to be healthy, it just depends on what you choose to do with it.
Cathy Francilia: www.cathys-corner.ca
Wednesday 24 October 2012
Wednesday 3 October 2012
Why use Essential Oils?
Have you ever wondered what the big deal is with essential oils?
When I first started using them about 20 years ago, it was mainly just for the smell. I knew very little about them but just knew the smell of them gave me such a nice peaceful feeling. I started off with just the basics, like orange, peppermint, and of course lavender, but never really knew the full benefits of each one.
What most people don't realize is the physiological and psychological healing properties of essential oils and that they have a multitude of uses. Each one being unique.
They contain highly concentrated extracts, hormones, vitamins, and antiseptics and can act as a non-dangerous medicine in the body with its antibiotic properties. They can be inhaled, ingested, or applied to the body through atomizing diffusers, misters, baths, saunas, massage, salt scrubs, compresses, facial steam baths, masks, and add to lotions, gels, cream, and oils. The essential oils are absorbed through the skin and membranes, penetrating deep into the tissues and circulatory system.
They can be ingested for digestion or infection by mixing with oil, alcohol, herbal tea, honey, or in capsule form. (there are different opinions on taking them internally, so do your own research before taking)
- Remember, you only need a drop or two as they are very powerful concentrated oils!
I always have oils either burning in a diffuser (with water), in an atomizing diffuser, or using as a spray throughout my house. I use them everyday in so many things! When using essential oils in an atomizing diffuser, droplets of essential oils can last in the air for several hours leaving antiseptic and deodorizing properties! They actually boost your body's immune system, so you come down with less colds and flu....that's motivating :)
Blending certain essential oils together can be created for different issues or used singly for, emotional (uplifting or calming), sleeping difficulties, fighting infections, PMS symptoms, circulatory, respiratory, disinfectant, or just to use as a therapeutic "perfume".
Aromatherapy works great when used as a complimentary therapy with other types of holistic treatments as it strengthens the effectiveness of the treatment. (except homeopathic treatments, as the oils cancel out the effects of the homeopathic remedies)
BUT, beware of imitation and synthetic oils which do more harm than good, as they do not contain any healing or therapeutic properties...it is impossible to replicate the intricate chemical components of true essential oils! Synthetic scents can actually create very negative emotional reactions, lower your body's immunity, and cause allergies.
I suggest incorporating these miraculous essential oils into your lifestyle for the health of your body and mind!
Cathy Francilia
Certified Aromatherapist
www.cathys-corner.ca
When I first started using them about 20 years ago, it was mainly just for the smell. I knew very little about them but just knew the smell of them gave me such a nice peaceful feeling. I started off with just the basics, like orange, peppermint, and of course lavender, but never really knew the full benefits of each one.
What most people don't realize is the physiological and psychological healing properties of essential oils and that they have a multitude of uses. Each one being unique.
They contain highly concentrated extracts, hormones, vitamins, and antiseptics and can act as a non-dangerous medicine in the body with its antibiotic properties. They can be inhaled, ingested, or applied to the body through atomizing diffusers, misters, baths, saunas, massage, salt scrubs, compresses, facial steam baths, masks, and add to lotions, gels, cream, and oils. The essential oils are absorbed through the skin and membranes, penetrating deep into the tissues and circulatory system.
They can be ingested for digestion or infection by mixing with oil, alcohol, herbal tea, honey, or in capsule form. (there are different opinions on taking them internally, so do your own research before taking)
- Remember, you only need a drop or two as they are very powerful concentrated oils!
I always have oils either burning in a diffuser (with water), in an atomizing diffuser, or using as a spray throughout my house. I use them everyday in so many things! When using essential oils in an atomizing diffuser, droplets of essential oils can last in the air for several hours leaving antiseptic and deodorizing properties! They actually boost your body's immune system, so you come down with less colds and flu....that's motivating :)
Blending certain essential oils together can be created for different issues or used singly for, emotional (uplifting or calming), sleeping difficulties, fighting infections, PMS symptoms, circulatory, respiratory, disinfectant, or just to use as a therapeutic "perfume".
Aromatherapy works great when used as a complimentary therapy with other types of holistic treatments as it strengthens the effectiveness of the treatment. (except homeopathic treatments, as the oils cancel out the effects of the homeopathic remedies)
BUT, beware of imitation and synthetic oils which do more harm than good, as they do not contain any healing or therapeutic properties...it is impossible to replicate the intricate chemical components of true essential oils! Synthetic scents can actually create very negative emotional reactions, lower your body's immunity, and cause allergies.
I suggest incorporating these miraculous essential oils into your lifestyle for the health of your body and mind!
Cathy Francilia
Certified Aromatherapist
www.cathys-corner.ca
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