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The top 20 ways to boost your immunity to colds and flu without using a vaccine

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From Natural News Dear NaturalNews readers, (sign up for regular updates here.) The big winter flu shot vaccine push is on! You are about to be bombarded with endless messages to “get vaccinated!” They’re even starting to lay a guilt trip on those who refuse vaccinations, illogically claiming that your lack of a vaccine somehow causes other people who are already vaccinated to catch the flu. Yeah, I know, it makes no sense, but then again the entire vaccine industry is based on the same fantasy logic as unicorns, fairies, leprechauns and garden gnomes. In any case, it’s important to find ways to boost your immune system and shield yourself from colds and the flu without resorting to jabbing yourself in the arm with a cocktail of mercury, formaldehyde, aluminum and MSG. Oh yes, all those things are found in vaccines, according to the CDC. So to avoid all that, here’s my list of the top 20 ways to boost your immune system without resorting to deadly vaccines and all the toxic additives they contain. 1) Take a vitamin D supplement every day. Check our Vitamin D guide for details about choosing the proper dosage. 2) Get as much sunlight … Continue reading →

U.S. Gets “Big F” on Health Report Card

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By Dr. Mercola In a health report card published in September, titled “F as in Fat,” the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Trust for America’s Health1 predict that half of all American adults will be obese by 2030. The report also predicts obesity-related illness will raise national health care costs by $48 billion annually over the next two decades by adding another 7.9 million new cases of diabetes, 5 million cases of chronic heart disease and stroke, and 400,000 cancer cases – all courtesy of Americans’ ever-expanding waistlines. That prediction is only slightly more dire than the American Journal of Preventive Medicine‘s projection that 42 percent of all adults will be obese by then.2 According to the authors, “If obesity were to remain at 2010 levels, the combined savings in medical expenditures over the next two decades would be $549.5 billion.” That’s no chump change, especially in light of the current struggles to keep Medicaid going, and the fact that medical expenses not covered by health insurance is one of the top reasons for personal bankruptcy in the US. Most families are already only one bad diagnosis away from a financial catastrophe and many are at risk of abject … Continue reading →

ANH-Intl eAlert: Was Orwell 30 years early with his 1984 prediction?

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Disease prevention is your responsibility The medical profession had better start doing more than paying lip service to disease prevention if it wants to avoid a crisis of unprecedented scale in a few years’ time.  This was a recurring theme from the broad array of international speakers at the Anti-Ageing Conference London, held last Friday and Saturday.  It was the ninth successive year of the conference and congratulations are due to Maria Somers and Heather Bird of HB Health for pulling such a dynamic group of people together.  We’re all for any serious efforts made to share experts’ views on how we can keep ourselves disease-free for longer. Remember, it’s your responsibility – not someone else’s. Increased life expectancy “not sustainable”, we’re told Never shying from controversy, in my presentation, I tackled the thorny question of the sustainability of increasing life expectancy – something that naturally goes hand in hand with wellbeing.  Governments, economists and pension fund owners have often said that the health costs associated with our ageing populations are unsustainable.  That’s short for, “We can’t afford it”.  So shall we just chew away on those Big Macs, die early and make space for our children?  Before we answer … Continue reading →

One Avocado a Week

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I found a great image on Facebook and it came from the Nutribabble Community. Take a look at the One Avocado per week information in the image below! Avocados, Eggplant and Pears target the health and function of the womb and cervix of the female – they look just like these organs. Today’s research shows that when a woman eats one avocado a week, it balances hormones, sheds unwanted birthweight and PREVENTS cervical cancers. And how profound is this? It takes exactly nine (9) months to grow an avocado from blossom to ripened fruit! Interesting!

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Why Garlic is Always, Always Worth It! With Alex Ortner

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I LOVE Garlic so I was very pleased to see this article in my inbox, from Alex Ortner of Raw for Thirty Days   This post was published by Alex Ortner Published Tuesday, August 28th, 2012 by Alex Ortner I have a confession to make, and it stinks a little: I have a garlic addiction. Maybe the word addiction is a bit strong, much like the pungent bulb itself, but it comes closest to capturing just how much I crave garlic in nearly everything I eat. Here’s the thing: my love for garlic isn’t just for the zing it adds to my meals; it has just as much to do with how amazingly good it is for your body. See More Information on Many Eats.com You’ve probably heard this before, and have no doubt seen dozens of garlic supplements on the shelves of your local health food store or supermarket. That’s all thanks to the avalanche of research that has emerged in the last 20 years or so touting its amazing health benefits. That said, there are still those who question just how big of an impact it can have on your overall health. I’m not one of them, and … Continue reading →

New Study Show How Bacteria Actually Synchronize Together to Harm You

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Bonnie Bassler discovered that bacteria “talk” to each other, using a chemical language that lets them coordinate defense and mount attacks. The find has stunning implications for science, medicine and industry. From Mercola.com The full Article is here with a video from Bonnie Bassler In this video (on that link), Bonnie Bassler with Princeton New Jersey, explains an amazing new discovery – that bacteria actually communicate with each other, and once they realize that their numbers are sufficient to carry out their genetic function, they launch into action as a synchronized unit. Isn’t that just amazing! Who knew bacteria — single-celled, microscopic organisms – had such sophisticated mechanisms? As you likely know, bacteria are essential for your good health. They perform numerous vital functions in and on your body, such as: Keeping environmental hazards from entering through your skin Digesting your food Making vitamins Educating your immune system to keep bad microbes at bay I’ll add a personal note here if I may! I had a BAD gut situation for years – poor diet, late hours and plenty of drink! I was introduced to a set of supplements and re-trained my eating! I now have MORE energy now than I … Continue reading →

The Wide-Ranging Influence of Gut Microbes on Your Mental and Physical Health: Mercola.com

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By Dr. Mercola There are 100 trillion cells in your body, but 90% of the genetic material is not yours. It is from the bacteria, fungi, viruses and other microorganisms, i.e. your microflora. Gut microbes are big in the news lately, as researchers continue to discover the important roles these tiny organisms play in your overall health and well-being. We now know that your microflora influence your: Genetic expression Immune system Weight, and Risk of numerous chronic and acute diseases, from diabetes to cancer Most recently, research has shown that a certain set of these microbes may actually influence the activity of genes in your brain – and the parts they play are not small parts. They may work to manipulate your behavior, and your memory as well. Read the rest of Dr Mercola’s article here. It makes VERY interesting reading. Start YOUR return to better Gut Health with this Free CD Offer Other Reading: Gut and Psycholgy Syndrome website. The GAPS Diet. Sign up To Buy

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Breast Cancer, hot topics, cool thinking.

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By Mr Chris Woollams from CANCERactive (I have published the full article here on this hot topic, but I urge you,whether you have worries or not, to sign up for Chris’ Newsletter. The information that he puts out is very helpful. The signup forms are on all the CANCERactive website pages and columns) The article from Chris on CANCERActive is here We ran a version of this article about 2 years ago. It was so popular, we decided to update it here. At the CANCERactive Cancer Prevention Conference in 2004, one Professor stood up and spoke about how, once a woman had breast cancer in one breast, he had the tools to prevent the cancer returning in the other breast. Is that ‘prevention’, or ‘treatment’? Whether or not you have had breast cancer, we thought you might like to know the following – all of which comes from research articles we have covered in Cancer Watch over the last 5 years.   1. Genetic factors (like BRCA1 and BRCA 2 and PALB-2 mutations) do increase risk. However, less than 7 per cent of women carry these factors and you can be tested for them. If positive, extra preventative care is … Continue reading →

Crazy Sexy Juices and Succulent Smoothies

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About Kris Carr I’m Kris Carr, New York Times best-selling author and wellness warrior. On Valentine’s Day in 2003, I was diagnosed with a rare and incurable stage 4 cancer. This whiskey tango foxtrot moment (that’s military lingo for WTF?!) sparked a deep desire in me to stop holding back and start living like I mean it! I sold everything and hit the road on a deep healing pilgrimage. What I learned transformed my life forever – now it can transform yours. Since then, my journey has ignited a global wellness revolution that’s resonated with thousands of health, spiritual wealth and happiness seekers. CanSer babes and “Prevention is HOT” cheerleaders alike have flocked to my books and workshops to learn how to look and feel better, lose weight, have more energy and nourish their minds, bodies and spirits – even Oprah wanted a piece of the Crazy Sexy action. Crazy Sexy Cancer MORE HERE!!

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The Real Deal About Probiotics

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Probiotics – they really CAN do wonders for you and your immune system! However I came across this email in my inbox and Alex Ortner confirms my thoughts about the supermarket versions! This is from Alex Ortner of Raw for Thirty Days It’s amazing to see just how many probiotic products can be found in your local supermarket these days. Banana-nutmeg yogurts, guava-grape kefirs, even gourmet chocolate bars – all probiotic. It’s a bit surprising, as it wasn’t too long ago that finding a great probiotic meant rummaging through a tucked-away fridge in the back corner of your tiny, local health food store. It shouldn’t be that shocking, however. These days, it only takes a celebrity mentioning they use a particular product to ignite a fad of epic proportions, with magazines at the supermarket checkout touting them as miracle cure-alls. This can have some unfortunate side effects: It’s not long before the supermarket is littered with inferior products solely produced to capitalize on the craze. People genuinely looking to improve their health often miss out on the wonderful benefits the best of these foods have to offer. In the case of probiotics, many of the products on the market deliver … Continue reading →