All About Herbs

In 1998 a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests “that a personally tailored nutrition and herbal program can yield results better than standard treatment,” as this will get to the root of the ailment. 

The A stands for Activate

The human body has the capability of self-repair, providing it has sufficient energy and raw materials.  However, after years of stress or neglect, or from eating too many dead and processed foods, the body's repair mechanisms can become sluggish. Certain supplements can help wake up the body, stimulating its healing ability.
 
These supplements include:

1. Homeopathic 
2. Essential oils used in aromatherapy
3. Especially enzymes. Enzymes are the spark plug of life. Think of them as a catalyst or a spark plug for the body. 

These nutrients stimulate the body to initiate its own healing response.
 
ENZYMES ARE THE MAIN WHY TO ACTIVATE THE BODIES HEALING RESPONSE

So a great way to begin energizing the body is with enzymes.

1. Enzymes are specialized proteins that act as catalysts to accelerate chemical reaction in the body.
2. Enzymes are vital to proper the digestion and assimilation of the food we eat.
3. Enzyme production decreases with age.
4. Every chemical reaction in the body requires enzymes.
5. Many enzymes are contained in raw plant foods, but cooking foods at 120 degrees destroys enzymes.  A diet that consists mostly of cooked foods will be deficient in enzymes. 

The B stands for Build

Enzymes provide the life energy necessary for body repair. But in order for that energy to be most effective the necessary raw materials must be available. To put it another way, the enzymes are the bricklayers. But a bricklayer can do little if he does not have bricks and mortar to work with. With the B of the ABC plus D approach we supply the bricks and mortar. Most of the foods we eat today have been heavily processed. This increases their shelf life, but it also destroys many vitamins. Add to this the fact that modern farming practices have depleted our soils of many trace minerals.  In fact out of the over 60 trace mineral only three are put back on the soil (nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium). We require at least 60 trace minerals, 16 Vitamins, 12 essential amino acids and 3 fatty acids for optimal health.  We simply cannot rely on our food today for all the vitamins and minerals necessary for optimal health. A high-quality natural multivitamin and trace mineral supplement is the B in Build

1. Super Supplemental multivitamins

     Or

1. Multiple Vitamins and minerals with enzymes 
2. Colloidal Minerals or Mineral Chi Tonic for the trace minerals your body requires.
3. Flax Seed Oil.

• Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are necessary for the production of prostaglandin’s, which are crucial to the body’s fight against a variety of conditions including arthritis, ulcers, migraines and cancer. 
• They can also help boost the cardiovascular, reproductive and immune systems.
• Aid in regulating energy production and fat metabolism. 
• Oils, including flaxseed oil, evening primrose oil, omega 3 and black currant oil can also serve as internal moisturizers for smooth, wrinkle-free skin, and blood sugar stabilizers which aids in long-term appetite satisfaction. 

The C stands for Cleanse

WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF YOU NEVER CLEANED OUT YOUR CAR?

1. Toxins produce stress and deplete the body's energy systems. 
2. Cleansing opens the body's channels of elimination so that waste can be properly eliminated before toxins build up in the tissues and blood. 
3. Proper elimination conserves the body's healing energy making it available for healing and repair.
4. Modern food processing has removed most of the fiber from our foods. Fiber helps to absorb and remove the toxins from our body.
5. We often eat too many foods that contain no fiber at all, such as meat and dairy products. 
6. These slow the movement of the intestines and promote the build up of waste material and toxins in the bowel, liver and blood. 
7. We want to aid the body’s detoxification process.  This is done through cleansing. 

Who should not cleanse:

1. People who are thin, pale, emaciated or in a weakened condition should NOT begin with a cleanse. These people should begin by building. 
2. Women who are pregnant or lactating.  

HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU CLEANSE

A cleanse is recommended twice a year -- once in the Spring and again in the Fall.
 
3 Choices to open the channels of elimination:

1. CleanStart is an easy and mild, yet complete, two-week cleansing program. 
2. Tiao He Cleanse
3. Para Cleanse 

4 Channels of elimination’s the body moves toxins though.

1. Colon – If the colon is congested you will get in nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
2. Kidneys or urinary system not function well can result in frequent burning urination.
3. Skin – rashes, pimples, acne, hives, dandruff, body odor are a result of a clogged colon.
4. Respiratory – runny noses, watery eyes, sneezing, ear aches, sore throat and congestion are some symptoms of a congested colon. 

The D stands for Direct Aid

1. This is where we get specific to strengthen specific organs and glands. 
2. Most of us have one or more body systems that are weaker than other systems and could benefit from direct nutritional support. 
3. For example, if you suffer from stress or insomnia your nervous system may be in the greatest need of direct aid. If you have high blood pressure or circulation problems your circulatory system may need the most help. A Lifestyle Analysis Questionnaire can help you determine your weakest body systems(s).
4. If you have more than one body system that is need of support it is usually best to target your worst system first.
5. The body systems are interdependent so improving one often helps others as well.
6. Every cell in the body suffers if any part of the body is not well.  The body is not well or sick in pieces but well or sick as a whole.
7. You can also target two systems at a time.

THINGS TO REMEMBER

Herrings law of cure says the body heals from the: