Female Balance & Freedom!

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Female Balance & Freedom!

 

Karen T. Fierro, BFA, LMT, CYI

http://www.living-foods.com/articles/femalebalance.html

 

The phrase 'female balance' sounds as if it could mean anything from

a trendy magazine catering to today's woman or the latest PMS pain

relief medication. Many people are unaware that true female balance

is even possible.

 

So what does it mean? Female balance occurs in a body whose hormonal

(i.e. endocrine) system is functioning optimally.

 

Through the consumption of organic plant-based living food the body

cleanses naturally while being richly nourished.

 

 

Women who enjoy the living food lifestyle over a period of time

report:

 

A dramatic decrease in monthly menstrual flow

A dramatic decrease or absence of PMS, cramping and other painful

discomforts

Pregnancy with little or no morning sickness, discomfort and

significant ease in delivery

Menopause with a dramatic decrease or absence of hot flashes, cold

sweats, mood swings and other related symptoms

Sound too good to be true? Let's take a closer look at the chemicals

of key importance to regulating balance in the body; hormones. The

word hormone is derived from the Greek word " hormon, " which

means " to set in motion. "

 

Hormones are produced by endocrine glands in minute amounts, cover

allot of territory by circulating in body fluids and are uniquely

designed to influence the action of specific tissues.

 

I like to refer to them as " the peace-keepers " of the body because

they control: salt levels in the blood, blood pressure, kidney

function, electrolytic balance, overall fluid concentrations,

calcium levels, blood sugar and glucose, the activity of the

thyroid, ovaries, adrenals, and so much more.

 

In short, hormonal activity allows all physiological components

(organs, glands, arteries, muscles, tendons, etc.) to perform

optimally and in harmony with one another.

 

One of the most valuable nutritional components to a healthy

hormonal system are vitamins. They are not manufactured by the human

body, so the number one source is food.

 

Since plant-based nutrition exceeds all other dietary standards for

the human body (see: China-Cornell-Oxford Diet and Health Study

directed by Dr. T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D.at

http://www.freespeech.org/nhn/china.html) it is the #1 choice. Can

mechanically isolated and processed vitamin supplements help?

 

" Food's magic is based on thousands of complex interactions of

dozens of different phytochemicals which are difficult to recreate

in pills.

While 190 solid studies prove the fruit-and-vegetable benefit,

supplements have only a smattering of evidence "

 

Dr. John Potter PhD, of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Seattle, WA

 

Peak consistency and equilibrium within the internal environment of

the human organism requires a wide spectrum of nutritional support

which can only be derived from unadulterated, organic natural

sources. Hence, supplements are limited in value.

 

Organic living fruit, land & sea vegetables, sprouts and sprouted

legumes, nuts and seeds are intrinsically designed to work with

great efficiency in the body. Apart from offering a rich supply of

vitamins, these foods provide a wide assortment of essential

minerals, enzymes, coenzymes, oxygen, water, naturally present

electricity, simple carbohydrates, plant-based proteins and plant-

based fats to further assist in the production and maintenance of

hormones.

 

Very small amounts of progesterone and estrogen

(phytoestrogens/PE's) are found in some members of the living edible

plant kingdom. They assimilate easily into the metabolism and serve

beneficial puposes. Unless specifically prescribed by a health-care

professional, PE's need not be ingested in the form of supplements

or through the excessive consumption of PE-containing food.

 

A balanced diet high in organic, plant-based living food is how the

body receives the necessary 'building blocks' to create and maintain

superior hormonal health.

 

How does cooking effect food?

 

When heat is put to live-food (from approximately 105 degrees

Fahrenheit on up) it denatures and/or completely destroys vital

nutrients.

 

When consumption choices favor non-organic, cooked, highly

processed, excess; protein (animal), fat, salt and complex

carbohydrates, contain refined sugars, caffeine and

alcohol, " hormonal imbalance " becomes the 'norm.'

 

Sadly, modern society reinforces the issue by leading many people to

reach for foods of convenience, artificial chemical additives and

low-level nutritional extravagance.

 

Contraceptives, plastics, household & environmental chemicals shown

to inhibit or alter the delicate endocrine system must be considered

as well.

 

Under such conditions, toxic waste builds-up in tissues and the

body functions with noticeable negative side effects.

 

Hence, cyclical events natural to the female body

become " traumatic. " The commonly used adage 'you become what you eat'

rings true loud and clear!

 

" When you eat Living Foods, they contain all the nutrients, oxygen,

enzymes and hormones available to create a good hormonal balance.

When you ovulate and menstruate you do not go through the discomfort

that women usually experience like a personal roller-coaster. When

entering menopause it generally occurs at a later date and with

softer symptoms. Of course all of these benefits are gained after a

long and consistent use of living foods. "

 

Anna Maria Gahns-Clement, Health Administrator for Hippocrates

Health Institute

 

The female body is uniquely designed and blessed with the capacity

to bring forth new life and menstruation is a wonderful opportunity

for the body to renew itself in preparation of such an event.

 

Through direct observation over a span of months, the woman who

consistently consumes organic plant-based living food can utilize

the symptomology of her monthly cycles as a " barometer " to determine

her detoxing progress.

 

In general, the less typical symptomology she experiences (cramps,

PMS, headaches, high flow rate, etc.) the more balance her body,

mind and emotions enjoy.

 

Even the menopausal phase of life is observed as a cessation of

menstruation with few and or lighter side effects.

 

The gradual internal cleansing experienced through living food

consumption naturally brings forth heightened intuition and vibrancy

of being.

It's no surprise that women report experiencing an increase in

sexual sensitivity creating fuller physical, emotional and spiritual

expression in love-making and receiving. Natural sexual tendencies

within the body are given a new opportunity to optimally blossom in

ways previously thought unimaginable.

 

Nurturing relationships with family and friends, the growth of

spiritual awareness, lifestyle responsibilities, development of

creative personal interests, education and career need not be

interrupted by unnecessary suffering any longer. The benefits are

innumerable. Now this is freedom every woman has been waiting for!

 

Of Special Note: If you are pregnant, undergoing hormone therapy,

faced with a health challenge, or would simply like to learn more

about the living food lifestyle, please consult with a professional

Natural Hygiene Practitioner or live food health center such as

http://www.hippocratesinst.com to guide your approach.

 

Healthful Living International, Natural Hygiene Practitioners:

http://www.healthfullivingintl.com For information on other live

food health centers, Living Food & N. Hygiene Resources:

 

http://www.vegetarianusa.com

 

Questions or comments concerning this article can be directed to

karen or www.gardenofhealth.com , Miami Beach,

Florida. Karen is a Natural Hygienist, Freelance Artist, Licensed

Massage Therapist, Certified Yoga Instructor, Health Consultant and

Co-producer of Living Food Films http://www.livingfoodfilms.com .

She has been a major contributor to " The Vegetarian Travel Guide " at

http://www.vegetarianusa.com, networking in the Living Food/Hygiene

community for over 15 years.

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