October 22nd, 2008
In This Issue
Naturopathic Assistant Position
12 Foods You Don't Have to Buy Organic
Anti-Aging & pH Balancing
Joy of Raphael Open House!
5th Annual Evening of Elegance
Raindrop Therapy
Naturopathic Assistant Openingdocs talking
 
Are you interested in the wellness field?  Do you have a heart to help others? If so, you may be a perfect fit as a Naturopathic Assistant to Dr. Carolyn.
All interested persons should submit a resume via fax to 848-2618 or e-mail to 
Experience in basic computer skills, charting, blood pressure readings and a smiley face a plus. 
 
fruits12 Foods You Don't Have to Buy Organic 

By Dr. Carolyn Berghuis, MS, ND, CTN Wellness Director; Joy of Raphael 
 
We are becoming more aware of the fact that even small doses of pesticides and other chemicals can adversely affect human health, especially during vulnerable periods of fetal development and childhood when exposures can have long lasting effects. Because the toxic effects of pesticides are, often disease promoting, not well understood, or in some cases potentially life threatening shoppers are wise to minimize exposure to pesticides whenever possible. 
 
It is important to know that not all produce carries high level of pestisides and many conventially grown foods offer much needed nutrients.  So go ahead, and enjoy your favorite produce knowing that it doesn't always have to be organic.  
 
Safest conventionally grown crops to consume:
·    Broccoli
·    Eggplant
·    Cabbage
·    Banana
·    Kiwi
·    Asparagus
·    Sweet peas (frozen)
·    Mango
·    Pineapple
·    Sweet corn (frozen)
·    Avocado
·    Onion
 
The dozen with the highest pesticide loads and which should be avoided unless organic:
·    Peaches
·    Apples
·    Sweet Bell Peppers
·    Celery
·    Nectarines
·    Strawberries
·    Cherries
·    Lettuce
·    Grapes (Imported)
·    Pears
·    Spinach
·    Potatoes
 
Will Washing and Peeling Help?
While washing and rinsing fresh produce may reduce levels of some pesticides, it does not eliminate them. Peeling also reduces exposures, but valuable nutrients often go down the drain with the peel. The best option is to eat a varied diet, wash all produce, and choose organic when possible to reduce exposure to potentially harmful chemicals.


*The above information is for educational purposes only.  It is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease.  For disease treatment seek the advice of your medical doctor.    *The above information is for educational purposes only.  It is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease.  For disease treatment seek the advice of your medical doctor.
 
 
 The Secret of Life, Health and Anti-Aging
 
By Justin Fiore
Biological Terrain Audit Technician: Joy of Raphael
 
WomenAccording to many health researchers a balanced body pH is the absolute first step in preventing premature aging, wrinkles, hormone imbalance, brain fog, heart disease and a  host of other age related and chronic degenerative diseases. Managing the balance of your bodyʼs pH levels allows you to directly influence every biochemical process in the body and ensures that the root cause of your dysfunction is being addressed.
 
Most proactive health minded individuals spend good money on organic fresh healthy foods or take some sort of supplement in hopes of feeling better and staying healthy. However did you know for the body to assimilate and utilize vitamins, minerals and nutrients the bodyʼs pH has to be in proper balance? If you are wondering why your current supplements or nutritional program is not working the way you have expected then itʼs time to check your acid/alkaline imbalance.
 
MINERAL ASSIMILATION is affected by pH. Minerals have different pH levels at which they can be20assimilated into the body. Minerals on the lower end of the atomic scale can be assimilated in a wider pH range, and minerals higher up on the scale require a narrower and narrower pH range in order to be assimilated by the body. For example: Sodium and magnesium have wide pH assimilation. It narrows somewhat for calcium and potassium, narrows more for manganese and iron, more for zinc and copper and even more for iodine. Iodine, which is high up on the atomic scale, requires near perfect pH for its assimilation into the body. Iodine you may know is one of the most important minerals for proper functioning of the THYROID. But, the thyroid doesn't get access to iodine unless the body pH is near perfect.
 
With a society in a largely pH unbalanced state, one would suspect a lot of thyroid problems. Malfunctioning thyroids have been connected to arthritis, heart attacks, diabetes, cancer, depression, overweight, fatigue and more.
 
pH balance and control is truly the secret of life, health and anti-aging.
 
A Biological Terrain Audit will help determine your pH levels for proper assessment of your true biological age.  Schedule to day and let the healing begin...
 
Call 848-2818 or 
book online
 
*The above information is for educational purposes only.  It is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease.  For disease treatment seek the advice of your medical doctor.
 
Dr. Carolyn Berghuis
, MS, ND, CTN
 
Dr C
Let us help you regain your energy and improve your quality of life! Call us today for a confidential appointment at (317) 848-2818.
 
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Dr. Carolyn's Patient hours:
Tues.7:00 am - 2:30pm
Wed.1:00pm - 2:30pm & 4:30pm -7:30pm
Thurs. 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Fri. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.
 
Joy of Raphael Hours
Monday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am - 7:30pm
Thursday: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday: Closed
 

Joy of Raphael  Wellness
Center Open House
   

 Date: Thursday, November 13th
Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Free Meridian Stress Assessment with Dr. Carolyn
Free Massage with Anna & Linda
Free RTT with Julie
Free pH testing with Justin
Free Ionic Footbath 
 
Viewing of Dr. Carolyn's video on Hypothyroidism at 6pm, 7pm & 8pm in the Relaxation Room
 
Free Drawings for Massage, RTT, Ionic Footbath and Far Infrared Sauna.
 
Fabulous Specials & Discounts available only during the Open house!
 
RSVP for Special Drawing - A Free Initial Visit with Dr. Carolyn! A $125 value!
 
See you then - bring a friend!
 

5th Annual Evening of Elegance!

Come join us at the 5th Annual Evening of Elegance.

Fun, food, fabulous good times!

When: Tuesday, December 2nd

Where: Ritz Charles, Carmel

Who: Women, their girlfriends, daughters, and mothers!

The Joy of Raphael Staff will see you then!
 
 
Linda RAINDROP THERAPY 
by Linda Dugger, MT
Massage Therapist: Joy of Raphael 
 
We live in a chemical polluted world.  What a depressing thought.  It is enough that we experience stress in many other areas in our lives that, doggone it, we do not have to have the added stress of chemicals.  Granted there are healthy and unhealthy chemicals.  When unhealthy chemicals are introduced to our bodies we can become ill and along the other stresses,a walking toxic dumpsite. 
 

Are you familiar with Fluke Parasites? 
These are unsightly creatures that once entering one's body will make their way to the brain and
spinal cord and attempt to multiply there.  It is by no fluke that they are there. All meats are a
source of fluke parasites stages unless canned or very well cooked. Even pets and family
members can be carriers of the same flukes and may not show the same symptoms.
Then why do these parasites enter the brain, more specifically, your brain and spinal cord?
When the brain contains solvents, it allows flukes to multiply there. Two common brain solvents are xylene and toluene.
  These two solvents accumulate first in the motor and sensory regions of the brain. The welcome mat is laid out and the parasites are invited to these locations.  Where does one find these solvents?  In carbonated beverages, store-bought drinking water, cold cereal, paint and thinners. Three illnesses brought on by these parasites are Multiple Sclerosis, LateralSclerosis and Alzheimer's.
 
What can we do to help our bodies in a natural way?  An essential tool is therapuetic grade
essential oils.  Essential oils are the subtle, volatile liquids or resins from plants, shrubs, flowers,
trees, roots, bushes, and seeds. There are now 30,000 known aromatic molecules that make up
vauious essential oils, and science admits it has only scratched the surface in identifying them.
Essential oils are the transporters of the fundamental nutrients, as is human blood, which are vital
elements and chemical componant necessary to feed and nurture the cells of all plants.  Young
Living Oils is highly unadulterated and because of the essentials oils unique chemical structure,
these oils can penetrate cell walls and transport oxygen, nutrients and hundreds of vital chemical
components to each cell.  The essential oils are literally the life force of the plant.  The powerful
chemical compounds they are composed of are what give the plants  the ability to initiate  and
maintain growth, repair structural damage, destroy infections, stave off infestation, and even reproduce. 
 
There are three primary elements of esssential oils.  Hydrogen, carbon and oxygen.  There are
a number of powerful chemical groups in essential oils including alcohols, phenols, esters, ethers,
oxides, coumarins. sesquiters, terpinols, ketones  and aldehydes.  Oregano is one of the nine
essential oils used in the Raindrop Therapy and has terpenes, phenols, among others, that acts
as a very powerful anti-infectious agent (for respiratory, intestines, genital, nerves, blood, and
lymphatics) with a large spectrum action against bacteria, mycobacteria, fungus, virus, and
parasites.  It is a general tonic, irritant and immune stimulant.  Peppermint also in the Raindrop
Therapy has terpenes, limonene, ester, sulfurs and more.  This oil is used as anesthetic,
analgetic, insecticidal,  anticarcinogenic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, supports digestion,
expels worms, decongestant, mucolytic, stimulant, hypertensive, cardiotonic, stimulates gallbladder,
pain-relieving, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory for the intestinal and urinary tract.
Raindrop Therapy uses nine essential oils primarily along the spine where most viruses,
bacteria and parasite lie dormant.
In situations such as Scoliosis  and  Kyphosis the pathogens
create inflammation, which, in turn, contorts and disfigures the spinal column.  Clients have expressed
having the feeling of experiencing a massage, a sense of calm (good for the nervous system) and overall sense of ease.  These oils will continue to work in the body for up to one week following treatment.
 
When my mother feels overly stressed, I do the Raindrop Therapy to lift up her spirits and
discourage illness, for certainly that is the direction she goes when her resistance is down.  She
never turns down my offer.  
 
The Raindrop Therapy is only a tool to help restore balance in the body that will result in good
health.  Keep in mind the next time it rains what chemicals may be washing over and into you. 


*The above information is for educational purposes only.  It is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease.  For disease treatment seek the advice of your medical doctor.
Dr. Carolyn Berghuis, MS, ND, CTN
Joy of Raphael, Holistic Wellness Center
317-848-2818