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Pam Arnold
Helping you live a toxin-free life |
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T.S. Eliot
"Next year" is here
A perfect time to find your new voice
As we welcome the beginning of a new year, we have the choice of feeling as if we are are faced with choices, or we have the possibility of choices. Will this year be better than the last? Will I be richer or lacking, thinner or heavier, more charitable or indifferent, healthier or complacent?
It seems the beginning of the year often brings negative thoughts with the old language of the previous year.
Rather than focus on the old and what could have been, or should have been, or would have been,--- all of these are possibilities which await us, if we only choose to follow a new voice,and a positive
voice.
Newness in life! Where do we find that joy in life? We begin within ourselves. Search for ways to change the language of the past. As you seek direction in discovering a new voice, why not read the Biblical quotation following this message, and consider ways to begin with that voice, then listen, and allow your own voice to speak to you, and, heard in this new year.
May you know the blessings of the promises within you new voice.
With my warmest regards,
Pam
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John 10:27-30 (New International Version)
My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all; no one can snatch them out of my Father's hand. I and the Father are one."
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Your Concerns------
What is
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Lead emitted into the air can be inhaled or can be ingested after it settles. Ingestion is the main route of human exposure. Children are the most susceptible because their bodies are developing rapidly. There is no known safe level of lead in the body. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to expand the lead air quality monitoring network to ensure that the most vulnerable Americans are protected from exposure to lead. Even at low levels, exposure to lead can impair a child's IQ, learning capabilities, memory and behavior.
More information: http://epa.gov/air/lead/
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and Toxins in the
Environment
After years of seeing a dramatic rise in children coming to hospitals with severe allergies and asthma, researchers believe the environment of expectant mothers may be to blame for health problems. Researchers across the country have launched a study that will document the lives and medical information of 5,000 pregnant women, tracking their genes, nutrition, stress levels, air quality where they live and work, pets and dust in their homes. The women and their families will be questioned for five years or more, once the child is born.
"People talk about the allergy epidemic. It is something that has increased substantially over the past few years
Asthma is one of the earliest indicators of environmental problems, although the study will have a broader focus than that. The goal is to produce a national resource that can be used by researchers for years to come to assess possible environmental risk factors affecting children.
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Simple Changes to
Reduce toxins at home
Do not purchase
any products with
monosodiumglutamate (MSG),
or
high fructose corn syrup
(HFCS)
or
hydrogenated/partially hydrogenated oils
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While the winter keeps
you closed away from
the outdoors,
consider healthy
indoor plants........
There are some plants which are beneficial in absorbing toxins and
helping to rid your house of toxins.
Plants for cleaning formaldehyde from the air -- Chlorophytum comosun and Spider Plant.
Plants for removing Benzene, which is common solvent in many items like gasoline, inks, oils, paints, plastics, rubber, also in the composition of detergents, explosives, pharaceuticals, foams and dyes...........
Plants: Ivy, gerbera, daisies, pot mums, peace lily, bamboo palm,
and Mother-in-law's Tongue.
One more reminder concerning plants, remember to keep the soil clean, replaced regularly, and the water well drained, always being aware of mold growing within the soil.
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In Health Clubs.........
Be particularly aware of cleaning agents which may be strong and try to move away from an area where you notice the strong odor of harsh chemicals. Again, remember you are taking deeper breaths, filing your lungs while exercising.
As you use equipment, remember others have used it before you. Sweat is the body's way of releasing toxins. Experts differ on whether sweat is clean or drops of toxins. At the very least, it creates a pool of moisture, a breeding ground for bacteria.
Place a towel on equipment seats,stretching tables, or floor pads.
Wipe mats and equipment before and after use. Alcohol or
disinfectant cloths are preferred.
Consider taking your own mat for floor exercises.
Be aware of not touching your mouth, nostrils, and eyes while
in the gym. This exposes you to the germs of others, which can directly enter your body through your touch.
Remember our initial Hidden Toxin Report concerning germs tracked inside on our shoes. This is important to remember at the gym as well. Sitting on the floor, or using mats that have been left on the floor exposes the user to a host of undesirable toxins.
Speaking of the floor and what may be tracked in, remember to wear flip flops in the pool, hot tub, steam room and shower areas. Another place to pick up fungus as well as bacteria.
At first glance it will be obvious if gyms are kept clean, but remember the cleanest of gyms still have surfaces touched by many others. Be aware of washing your hands with SOAP and water, particularly as you leave the gym.
Again from our Hidden Toxins Report, remember the fabric of
your t-shirt. Organic cotton is safer than pesticide -treated
cotton, bleached with chlorine. Do you really want those chemicals going into your open pores as you perspire?
Restrictive clothing can inhibit circulation of lymph allowing toxins to accum
ulate. Wear clothing that allows freedom of movement.
Toxin-free exercise is taking the extra steps,
maximizing and enhancing the benefits of your workout.
Enjoy the results.
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As you diet in the
new year....
Grilled, fried, or broiled?
A class of toxins, called advanced glycation end products (AGEs), are absorbed into the body through the consumption of grilled, fried, or broiled animal products, such as meats and cheeses. AGEs, which are also produced when food products are sterilized and pasteurized, have been linked to inflammation, insulin resistance, diabetes, vascular and kidney disease, and Alzheimer's disease.
Consuming high amounts of grilled, broiled, or fried food means consuming significant amounts of AGEs, and AGEs in excess are toxic.Excessive intake of fried, broiled, and grilled foods can overload the body's natural capacity to remove AGEs. They accumulate in our tissues, and take over the body's own built-in defenses, pushing them toward a state of inflammation. Over time, this can precipitate disease or early aging.
The concept that food-related AGE intake is harmful is new to the general public. Scientists are now seeing how AGE intake fits with the current trends of disease epidemics. Hopefully, these wake-up signals, together with other gathering evidence, will accelerate efforts.
Healthy Alternative:
Instead of Soy Sauce ..... |
Bragg Liquid Aminos
*16 Amino Acids
*Made from
Vegetable Protein
and purified water
*Calories: 0
*Sodium Reduced
Sold in full-service
Super Markets
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Points to
Remember
Keep cutting
boards clean,
especially as
raw meats have
been placed
on them.
Computer
Keyboards
harbor
germs.
Keep a hand
sanitizer nearby.
Keep your
vacuum clean.
Change bags
often.
Keep brushes
clean.
Clean disposer
with baking soda
or
citrus fruits.
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T I P S F O R T E E N S
Now is the time for teens to exercise.
Why ?
1. The sooner you start exercising, the better chance you have of doing it when you're older (when you really need it!).
2. Do you have trouble falling asleep at night? Exercise helps you get your full 8 hours of sleep!
3. You'll feel a lot better about yourself!
4. If you choose a sport and play on a team....you'll make new friends!
5. You might just motivate your parents to start exercising with you and that will help them get healthier!
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Ashley
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Witch Hazel
A Natural, Multi-purpose Product
Benefits and/or uses
Astringent to clean the face
Teen-age Blemishes
Other skin problems
Diaper Rash
Treat bruises Hemorrhoids
Sprains
Minor bleeding
Internal injuries
Pre- or After shave
Used in some eye medications for infections
Burns
Abrasions
Inflammations
Protects against UV exposure
Cracked feet
Relieves pain and swelling of varicose veins
Diarrhea
Tumors
Mucous
Colitis
Dry mouth
Dandruff
Sunburn
Most over-the - counter bottles of Witch Hazel are for EXTERNAL use only.
Use INTERNAL Witch Hazel as a mouth rinse and gargle to soothe sores on the inside of the mouth, gums, tongue and throat. Rub on baby's gums to reduce pain and swelling during teething.
Witch Hazel is actually a plant-derived water, therefore it must be preserved. Three common preservatives are alcohol, parabens, or benzoic acid. Most over-the-counter witch hazel products are preserved using isopropyl alcohol, which can be drying to skin; and parabens have been linked to cancer.
For Online ordering:
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Remember:
Our Archives Page
Read past newsletters and Special report on Baby's Toxins
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