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The "Hippie Herbalist", is a wellness and life coach, a certified herbal counselor, a certified muscle response tester, and is certified in Iridology. She is a mentor for a successful marketing training company, and a leader with a major network marketing company. She is a member of the National Association of Professional Women, Successful Thinkers, and the Association of Research and Enlightenment. In college, she majored in behavioral sciences and psychology. She has studied herbalism, muscle response testing, and iridology from several private top rated schools. She is currently researching various methods of energy healing, visualization and meditative healing, and is completing marketing classes. Her course of study has led her to some interesting ongoing research in areas such as, Tesla technology, Rife technology, as well as other similar areas of research and study.

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hip·pie (hÄ­p'Ä“)n. A person who opposes and rejects many of the conventional standards and customs of society, especially one who advocates extreme liberalism in sociopolitical attitudes and lifestyles.

herb·al·ist (ûrb-lst)n. One who grows, collects, or specializes in the use of herbs, especially medicinal herbs.
Monday, April 15, 2013
 
In the United States, there are more people who are now turning to holistic and alternative health therapies.  There is a real revival in the belief that physical, mental and spiritual health are all a part of being and staying healthy and whole. The graphic below, created by visual.ly shows that there are currently some very interesting trends taking place.
  • In the last year, 40% of U.S. adults have used a holistic therapies
  • Women choose holistic and alternative therapies 10% more than men
  • In the U.S, people in the west choose holistic therapies the most
  • Natural products and supplements are used more than any other natural therapy
  • Among adults, fish oil is the most common supplement used
holistic health

 
So did you ever wonder what really is in that "Fast Food" burger you are eating every day for lunch?  Would you believe that a large majority of people don't even want to know what is in their food?  Does that even make sense?  It is a fact, one that has been proven to be true time and time again, "You ARE what you EAT!"  Take a look at this little cartoon short.  You may be surprised.
 





It seems that in the modern world, everything now seems to be about:

FAST, EASY & CHEAP?

The Food We Eat Really Does Matter!
  


In a world where our food supply is so tainted, not to mention less nutritious due to the use of herbicides and pesticides destroying the minerals in the ground that are necessary for growing healthy food supplies; we need to make better choices for our food, and also use supplementation as a way to be sure of getting the proper nutrients.  The supplements I use, in my opinion, and according to the tests done on them, are some of the best of the best in pure nutrients.  Do you know what is in your supplements and how they are made?  We do!
 
 
 
 



Sunday, April 14, 2013

Are you eating food from a sustainable source, or from a factory farm?  Do you know what the difference is?  If you don't know, then you might want to watch the short cartoon films below.  There are a lot of movies that show the real thing, but you can get the idea from these short films about "The Meatrix."

The Meatrix I
 

Watch the movie that started it all! The Meatrix spoofs The Matrix and highlights the problems with factory farming. Join our heroes Moopehus, Leo, and Chickity as they help save family farms!
 

 
 
The Meatrix II
 
The original Meatrix movie changed the way we look at meat. The sequel will change way we feel about cheese, watch The Meatrix II: Revolting!
 

 
 
The Meatrix II 1/2  
 
Taking the fast out of fast food! The action continues in the award-winning Meatrix series. Moopheus, Leo, and Chickity learn firsthand about the problems with meat processing.
 

  
 
 
 
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Cuke Skywalker takes on Darth Tader in...

STORE WARS: THE ORGANIC REBELLION

A Supermarket Far, Far Away (May 10, 2005)--The Organic Trade Association (OTA) and Free Range Studios today launched a sci-fi supermarket saga, "Store Wars: The Organic Rebellion" (www.storewars.org), on the Internet. The five-minute movie features Cuke Skywalker, Princess Lettuce, Chewbroccoli and other organic rebels—played by real vegetables dressed as Star Wars characters—battling it out with Darth Tader, the evil lord of the Dark Side of the Farm.
 
Store Wars is an outreach effort of OTA to educate consumers about the many benefits of organic products. By spoofing a pop culture phenomenon like Star Wars, OTA hopes to attract a new generation of organic consumers, especially “Gen Xers” who grew up loving Luke, Leia and Han, and are now increasingly concerned about making healthy food choices for their families.
 

 
 “If you think about it, a battle is currently being waged over food in America, and the direction agriculture will take in the future. We’re asking in a light-hearted way for people to think about the choices they make at the grocery store,” said Katherine DiMatteo, executive director of the Organic Trade Association.

Store Wars is the brainchild of Free Range Studios, makers of the 2003 smash hit The Meatrix (www.themeatrix.com), an online movie seen by more than 10 million viewers, translated into four languages and honored at the Webbys, Sundance, South by Southwest and a dozen other prestigious festivals and contests. To obtain a Beta SP or DVD copy of the mini movie, contact Holly Givens at the Organic Trade Association (www.ota.com).
 
It is truly important to eat the right foods to stay healthy, but it is equally important to supplement and add the nutrients we can no longer get from our food supply.  To find out more about the only nutritional supplements I recommend, visit:
 
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
This is one of my favorite Nature's Sunshine videos.  I think you will enjoy it too.  The video is funny, but the solstic products are truly awesome!  They are easy to use, and can be put in your car, purse or pocket for those who "don't have time to take supplements!"  Just put them in your water and go!

 

 
 
 
 
Ultra Therm & Ultra Therm CF
 
 

Benefits:

  • Increases calorie burn throughout the day*
  • Helps break down body fat*
  • Promotes weight loss*
  • Caffeine-free
 



UltraTherm helps your body create THERMOGENESIS!

 yogurt-cottage-cheese

 
Stixated
 
 

Benefits:

  • Satisfies cravings between meals*
  • Promotes a feeling of fullness*
  • Helps you consume fewer calories*





 
Sweet FX
 
 
 
Benefits:
  • Helps block the absorption of sugar*
  • Supports healthy blood sugar levels already in the normal range*
  • Reduces stress and helps improve your mood*




 

 *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
 

Friday, April 5, 2013
Most people wouldn't even think of going out in public before they took their daily shower.  Besides, it just feels good when our skin and hair is clean.  The question is, if it feels so good when we are clean on the outside, how much better does it feel when we are clean on the inside?  Does it make a difference?


When you cleanse you body, you can help undo years of damage due to toxic build up.  Let's face it, we put lots of toxic food in our bodies, we breathe toxic air, we drink toxic water laced with chlorine and fluoride, and we wonder why we have low energy, allergies, and lots of other health problems.  Toxicity is really a problem in todays world.

In the U.S., cleansing became a popular practice during the 1920s and 1930s, but it actually dates back to ancient Greece. Today, it is a practice done by a large number of people who accept that proper digestion is crucial for maintaining overall health and wellness.

When our digestion is working properly, all of the food we eat is broken down and used by our bodies, or flushed out as a waste product.  On the flip side, when our digestive systems are sluggish and aren't working properly, food particles often get left behind.  It is believed that this food that gets left in the digestive system eventually creates a buildup that can produce toxins, which can then contribute to symptoms of fatigue and eventually be linked to many other illnesses. Sluggish digestion and sludge in the bowels  may also reduce our bodies efficiency in eliminating toxins and waste.

CleanStart is a comprehensive approach to cleansing the whole body. It contains laxative herbs to facilitate the cleansing of the intestinal tract. Soothing herbs blended into the formula help support gentle cleansing. Herbs that help rekindle the ability of the digestive system to properly handle digestion, absorption and waste elimination are also part of this product. Because the digestive system is not alone in the waste-elimination process, herbs for detoxifying the accessory organs (liver, gallbladder, pancreas) and the urinary system are incorporated into this formula. Blood purification is also an important aspect of body cleansing; hence, reputable blood-purifying herbs are also components of the CleanStart program.

 


Laxative Herbs

The laxative herbs in this formula help remove toxic debris that build up in the colon. Psyllium and fenugreek seeds are high in fiber and have a bulk laxative action, which helps support optimal gastrointestinal transit. Cascara sagrada, yellow dock, buckthorn and Turkey rhubarb are high in anthraquinones. These substances act on the large intestines, stimulating colon peristalsis to promote elimination.

Marshmallow, licorice, aloe and ginger soothe the digestive system while cleansing. Marshmallow root contains mucilaginous polysaccharides that help protect and soothe tissues. Licorice and ginger are reported to have antispasmodic and gastroprotective effects.

Sarsaparilla, red clover, echinacea, burdock, Oregon grape, couch grass, milk thistle and dandelion are purifying herbs in this pack. They are recommended for periodic “spring cleaning” of the body. Their mild diuretic effects are beneficial in promoting the elimination of toxins via the urinary system. In addition, sarsaparilla, through its sweat-promoting properties, enhances toxin elimination from the lymph and circulatory systems.

Bentonite and sodium copper chlorophyllin are detoxifying ingredients. Bentonite adsorbs toxins, facilitating their removal from the bowel. Sodium copper chlorophyllin is a green pigment found in almost all plants. It has been used to aid in the removal of various toxins via the liver and remains a key compound for improving the function of essential detoxification pathways.

Pepsin, capsicum, potassium citrate and lactobacillus help restore improved function of the digestive system. Anytime a deficiency of proteolytic enzymes exists, bits of undigested protein may remain in the body, causing difficulties. Pepsin supports efficient protein digestion and protects the intestines from foreign invaders. Capsicum is used to improve digestion and relieve occasional gastrointestinal problems. Potassium citrate plays a role in gastric secretion and enzyme reactions, helping to support digestion. Lactobacillus spores were thoughtfully blended into this cleanse to help re-establish the balance of these beneficial organisms. CleanStart is a thorough, yet gentle cleanse that is perfect for just about anyone. The ingredients in CleanStart are incorporated into a capsule packet and a powder drink mix packet (available in Apple-Cinnamon and Wild Berry flavors) that make cleansing easy and convenient.

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4. Pharmacist’s Letter/Prescriber’s Letter Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. 8th ed. Stockton, CA: Therapeutic Research Faculty; 2007.
5. Wu H; Ye D; Bai Y; Zhao Y. Effect of dry ginger and roasted ginger on experimental gastric ulcers in rats. Chung Kuo Chung Yao Tsa Chih, 15(5):278- 80, 317-8 1990 May
6. al-Yahya MA; Rafatullah S; Mossa JS; Ageel AM; Parmar NS; Tariq M. Gastroprotective activity of ginger zingiber officinale rosc., in albino rats. Am J Chin Med, 17(1-2):51-6 1989
7. Mowrey, D.B. The Scientific Validation of Herbal Medicine. New Canaan, Connecticut: Keats Publishing, Inc. 198
8. Fahey, J. W., Stephenson, K. K., DinkovaKostova, A. T., Egner, P. A., Kensler, T. W., and Talalay, P. Chlorophyll, chlorophyllin and related tetrapyrroles are significant inducers of mammalian phase 2 cytoprotective genes. Carcinogenesis 2005;26(7):1247-1255.

9. Information from Nature's Sunshine Blog at http://naturessunshine.com/blog/post/cleanstart-cleanse-detox.aspx


 
 
 


 
 
 
 


If you are looking for a great way to teach your children, and even yourself, more about herbs and their uses then this is a fun way to do just that.  Kids love games, so they won't even know they're learning something that could make a lifetime of difference. 
 
Learn about edible and medicinal plants, then go on a nature walk to explore the plants that grow right in your area.  I wish I would have had a game like this when I was growing up.
 
 
 





I recently spoke with a 23 year old woman who was so excited to learn about natural remedies and how to use food and supplements to support her own health.  She told me that she had grown her own garden for the first time, and was simply ecstatic to gather all of the information she could about how to live her live in the healthiest ways possible.  It was so good to see someone so young who was truly taking an interest, not only in her own quality of life, but also of those around her.  You are beautiful Ashley L.  It is a true honor and pleasure to know you.

Here is a video that I ran across of  another young woman who has taken a true interest in helping herself and in educating others.  She is talking about how to decalcify the pineal gland.  There is a lot of truly good information in this short clip.  I really enjoyed this video, and I think my readers will also.

 
 
To find out more about the types of supplements mentioned in the video, visit:
 
 
I am seeing a big change now in what a lot of younger people are becoming interested in.  That is a good sign.  Maybe there is still a lot of hope for the world.  These are the people who will be running it soon.  It is quite refreshing to see them caring about their own health, the health of others, and even the health of our planet as a whole eco system.  What do you think?  Are you seeing a change like I am?
 
 


Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Susun Weed Video Interview


In July 2007, Susun Weed was interviewed by John Gallagher for an hour at the Northwest HerbFest near Eugene, OR.

Here is the actual five part interview. Each video has a length of about 10 minutes.

It is truly amazing how much this woman knows, and even more amazing is how she has used nature to help so many people.  She is truly remarkable in her knowledge and wisdom! 

Now is your chance to learn more from one of the masters of herbs, and even better, you can do it for FREE!

Part 1

 
 
Part 2
 
 
 
 
(For Kids & Adults)
 


Part 3
 
 
Part 4
 
 
 
 
Part 5
 
 

Herbal Medicine Making Kit
Did you ever wish that someone had taught you about plants, flowers and natural remedies?  What if they had taught you this when you were a child, how much different would things be for you today?  Now is your chance to do just that for your children or grandchildren.
 
Teach your children how to use the wonderful gifts nature provides for a lifetime of health!  What better gift could you give to your children or grandchildren?

 
Find out more by clicking the link below 
 
 
Learn how to use what nature has to offer to make your own natural remedies and even your own foods from nature.  Learn how to wildcraft and even teach your children as you are learning.  What a great way to spend some time outdoors with your kids this spring and summer!
 
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