Reading Connection:
I THINK, I AM
by Louise Hay, Kristina Tracy
Your thoughts create your life!" This is the message that Louise Hay has been teaching people throughout the world for more than 27 years. Louise Hay's book, You Can Heal Your Life, helped me on my healing journey some 23 years ago!
Now, children can learn and understand the powerful idea that they have control over their thoughts and words, and in turn, what happens in their life.
Within the pages of I Think, I Am children will find out the difference between negative thoughts and positive affirmations. Fun illustrations and simple text demonstrate how to make the change from negative thoughts and words to those that are positive.
To purchase this book or others by Louise Hay, visit www.hayhouse.com.
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CHARITABLE CONNECTION:
Marlene is producing a video Public Service Announcement
(PSA) with videographer Gary Hallquist for the Melanoma Foundation of New England.
The Foundation's mission is to educate children about sun-safe behavior, to increase public awareness about the dangers of the sun, and to help people cope with melanoma.
Marlene was honored to give her timeto help others understand and avoid the dangers of the sun and tanning beds.
This PSA will be sent to major television outlets in Southern New England.
----------------------------------------- Marlene M. Marcello
 President Medmacro Integrated Health |
Where in the World Is?
Marlene's Public Appearances,
Fall, 2009
September 23, 6:30pm
Waves of Healing Studio Wellness Boutique,
Riverside RI
Cooking Demonstration
wavesofhealingmassage.com
September 26-27
Natural Living Expo, Sturbridge, MA,
Booth #35 and workshop, Radiant Healing,
www.spiritofchange.org
September 11, October 2, and November 6
Intro to Wholefoods Cooking Classes, Johnston,Rhode Island (private class of personal training clients)
Marlene is joined by Brian Kahn and Karen Melanson
Visit www.bandkhouse.com for more on Brian and Karen.
October 24, 9:30am-5:30pm
Creating Radiant Health day-long workshop
Casa de Luz, Austin, Texas
Co-Host and Co-Coordinator:
Jane Quincannon Stanchich
www.casadeluz.org
November 12-15
Health Classics Annual Conference
Santa Barbara, CA
Workshops: Radiant Healing from the Inside Out and
Alkaline by Design: Which Are You?
www.healthclassics.com
(Other public appearances in California pending scheduling!)
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When Hope Never Dies
Marlene is the longest living, medically-documented macrobiotic survivor. Her book, When Hope Never Dies, tells the true story of Marlene's journey, from when she was first given a terminal diagnosis and her discovery of the healing power of a diet rich in whole grains and vegetables, to her radical change in lifestyle and the renewal of her great faith. This book shares the great triumph of this courageous woman as well as the details of her remarkable recovery program.
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Greetings!
Welcome to The Rays of Hope e-newsletter! We connect you with research, information, and practitioners in the nutrition and holistic health communities. We strive to be a powerful internet-based connection and resource for holistic practitioners, medical professionals, and everyone interested in holistic practices and plant-based nutrition.
Our goal is to positively "better your life" by connecting you to the world of integrative health.
We invite you to send us your stories about your illness and/or recovery, feedback on this newsletter or any general ideas you might have for us. We also invited holistic health professionals to express their views and promote their studies. RAYS OF HOPE is published monthly. Lastly, check out our blog for frequent updates, news and stories. |
MEDICAL CONNECTION:
Soy Reduces Cholesterol in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
A study in next month's Journal of Nutrition found that consumption of soy protein may help people with type 2 diabetes lower their cholesterol levels. Study participants who consumed soy protein reduced LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels and the ratio of LDL cholesterol to HDL cholesterol significantly more than those who consumed milk protein. The study participants were 29 adults with type 2 diabetes.
This randomized, double-blind study consisted of three phases: a 57-day consumption phase of one protein, a 28-day washout phase, and a 57-day consumption phase of the other protein. The amount of protein consumed from either source equaled 40 grams per day.
High cholesterol is a contributing factor to heart disease, and heart disease affects people with diabetes more than twice as much as those without diabetes.
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PERSONAL CONNECTION:
Brenda Cobb's Story (in her own words):
In February 1999 I was diagnosed with breast and cervical cancer. My doctors wanted me to do surgery, chemo and radiation, but I refused those treatments because my own family members had tried that method and either the treatments killed them or the cancer just came back with a vengence. I set out on a quest to learn how to heal my body naturally and began a whole protocol including a vegan raw and living foods diet, cleansing and detoxification and emotional healing. In 6 months I was cancer free.
My doctors were amazed. I knew that I had to share this information with others so I founded the Living Foods Institute in 1999 and began teaching people how they could heal themselves naturally. People have come to the Institute from all over the world and our program continues to be filled with people who are looking for a real way to heal and who know that drugs and surgery are not the answer. So many people have come with not only very far advanced cancers but also with Parkinsons, Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, Diabetes, Heart Disease, Allergies, Arthritis, AIDS, Obesity and so many other diseases that there are just too many to list them all here.
A vegan plant-based diet rich in organic raw and living sprouted foods, herbs, essential oils, superfoods and cleansing can heal anything. I have set up a scholarship fund to help people who need financial assistance to attend my Institute. It is my way of giving back.
Visit www.livingfoodsinstitute.com. Brenda's story is also on Dr T Colin Campbell's website, www.savedbynutrition.org.
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HEALTHY-EATING CONNECTION:
Cauliflower Clear Soup
As we transition to the Fall, we offer a nice, warming soup!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cauliflower florets,
- 4-5 cups water,
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salst,
- 5-6 sprigs of parsley, minced
- 5 lemon slices
Place cauliflower, water and sea salt in a pot, cover and bring to a boil. Simmer 10-15 minutes. Mash the clauiflower with a masher. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley and a slice of lemon in each bowl. Spice it up a little with some matchsticks of fresh ginger!
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MIND-BODY CONNECTION:
THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION: The Center for Mind-Body Research, Washington University in St Louis MO, has a distinct mission to promote biobehavioral research & programs at the University by means of a virtual center that showcases current research and serves as a communication network between investigators. The Center is an advocate to promote community and institutional awareness of the importance of mind-body research in understanding the nature, course, and treatment of medical illnesses, particularly those that are chronic. For more information on the Center, visit www.mindbody.wustl.edu
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To order my book, When Hope Never Dies, or schedule a consultation, go to www.medmacro.com .
Sincerely,
Marlene M. Marcello
MedMacro Integrated Health
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