You may have heard a friend or colleague talking about Red Yeast Rice (RYR) as a natural alternative to using prescription drugs to lower cholesterol. In our opinion, not enough people know about this remedy! So, please forward this to anyone who may benefit.

According to natural health advocate, Mike Adams (NaturalNews), "Pharmaceutical companies actually synthesized statin drugs by discovering and altering a molecule found in red yeast rice, but RYR does not cause the dangerous side effects of statin drugs, nor does it require a high-priced prescription. It's safer, more natural and works better."

 

Kale is not often thought of - as either a side or an ingredient in the main entree - but it should be! Kale is a cruciferous vegetable packed with vitamins, minerals and a phytonutrient called sulforaphane, which boosts the body's detoxification enzymes and helps to clear potentially carcinogenic substances more quickly. Steam it, sautee it with garlic or cranberries & pine nuts, roast it with olive oil & sea salt, toss it in a salad with apples, use it in soups or stews. Few veggies can deliver the nutrient power of kale, and the flavor is amazing!

Have a great kale recipe? Email us.

 

Since inception over 25 years ago, the mission of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) has been to establish, assess, and promote recognized standards of competence and safety in Acupuncture and Oriental medicine for the protection and benefit of the public. NCCAOM is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). "NCCA accreditation is another demonstration that NCCAOM's programs are of the highest quality. The public can feel confident that an NCCAOM certified practitioner has met nationally recognized  standards of competency and safety in acupuncture and Oriental medicine," said Kory Ward-Cook, CAE, Ph.D., NCCAOM's Chief Executive Officer.  

Based in Lenox, MA, Dr. Michelle Hemingway, practices integral medicine, with a focus on Nutritional Therapy. She became a member of TheHolsiticOption.com earlier this month. On her own website, Dr. Hemingway says, "This comprehensive approach to health makes it possible for us to achieve our highest potential and purpose." She continues, "The world of traditional (or conventional) medicine, especially if you're dealing with serious illness, can be quite overwhelming and even demoralizing. I serve as a medical advocate who supports you and can help you navigate the challenges of physical illness and the medical establishment.
 

Click here to learn more and view her full Profile within our national Practitioner Directory.

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Clearwater's music and environmental festival is America's oldest and largest annual festival of its kind, and hosts over 15,000 people. A diverse line-up of musicians, speakers, vendors, environmental exhibits, displays and grassroots activist booths are presented to educate, advocate and celebrate a sustainable lifestyle. TheHolisticOption.com will be exhibiting at this year's Clearwater Festival, at the entrance to the Green Living Expo. Come visit us!

The Clearwater Festival, also known as the Great Hudson River Revival, is held from Saturday, June 21 through Sunday, June 22, in Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson, NY (Westchester County). For more information, click here.