Guest guest Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 25 Health benefits of lemons:1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in production of WBC's and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading microorganism and prevents infection. 2. Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. 3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol). 4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut. 5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin. 6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify liver as well. 7. The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body. 8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents from getting more. 9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightner and skin bleach which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches. 10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue. 11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. 12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and gonorrhea. 13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve its poison and pain. 14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems. 15. Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin. 16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastro-intestinal tract infections. 17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and brings down your weight. 18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea. 19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel. 20. A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma. 21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin. 22. Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a treatment for diphtheria. 23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. 24. Lemon applies over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young. 25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its Natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 Hey thats awesome! Do you guys have any other alternative ways to cure acne? My husband has had it since he was a young child. I am not sure what type he has but his skin is very greasy. He also has problems with dandruff too but i am going to try the lemon juice. His acne is so bad it has left his face scared and his back also. It is very odd, I have never seen anything like it. The zits are under the skin and some of them just appear as large bumps, and then some of them do come to the surface of his skin.This has scared him very much so emotionally. Whn we first started dating it took me weeks to actually get him to carry on a conversation with me and talk to me. He still thinks I am " too pretty " for him, which makes me feel horrible because he is a very handsome man, inside and out. I love him dearly. To this day he still will not take his shirt off in front of me in fear I will run away because he has scars and zits on his back. I continue to reassure him that I love him deeply and dont care about any pimple or zit but it doesnt seem to be of any help. So any advice you guys would have for me would be so appreciated. We have tried proactive and alot of other acne soaps and lotions and none have seemed to work. Thanks guys and I will be waiting for your input! Shannon:)Asian Woman <i_asianwoman Sent: Thursday, September 4, 2008 10:53:56 PMSubject: 25 Health benefits of lemons: 25 Health benefits of lemons:1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in production of WBC's and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading microorganism and prevents infection. 2. Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. 3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol). 4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut. 5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin. 6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify liver as well. 7. The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body. 8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents from getting more. 9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightner and skin bleach which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches. 10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue. 11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. 12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and gonorrhea. 13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve its poison and pain. 14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems. 15. Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin. 16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastro-intestinal tract infections. 17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and brings down your weight. 18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea. 19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel. 20. A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma. 21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin. 22. Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a treatment for diphtheria. 23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. 24. Lemon applies over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young. 25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its Natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 Bio-oil is very good for healing scarring. It is quite dear for a bottle £8 in the UK (about US $16?) but it lasts for ages and does work. I used it for my ceasarean scar and also odd pigment marks on my face. It contains natural oils but am not sure if the other ingredients are. Maybe someone could enlighten us? http://www.bio-oil.info/ best wishes Sarah , Shannon Smith <shannonlorrainesmith wrote: > > Hey thats awesome! Do you guys have any other alternative ways to cure acne? My husband has had it since he was a young child. I am not sure what type he has but his skin is very greasy. He also has problems with dandruff too but i am going to try the lemon juice. His acne is so bad it has left his face scared and his back also. It is very odd, I have never seen anything like it. The zits are under the skin and some of them just appear as large bumps, and then some of them do come to the surface of his skin.This has scared him very much so emotionally. Whn we first started dating it took me weeks to actually get him to carry on a conversation with me and talk to me. He still thinks I am " too pretty " for him, which makes me feel horrible because he is a very handsome man, inside and out. I love him dearly. To this day he still will not take his shirt off in front of me in fear I will run away because he has scars and zits on his back. I continue to > reassure him that I love him deeply and dont care about any pimple or zit but it doesnt seem to be of any help. So any advice you guys would have for me would be so appreciated. We have tried proactive and alot of other acne soaps and lotions and none have seemed to work. Thanks guys and I will be waiting for your input! > > Shannon:) > > > > > Asian Woman <i_asianwoman > > Thursday, September 4, 2008 10:53:56 PM > 25 Health benefits of lemons: > > > 25 Health benefits of lemons: > > 1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helpsin production of WBC's and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading microorganism and prevents infection. > > 2.Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. > > 3.Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol). > > 4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut. > > 5.Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin. > > 6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear thedigestive system and purify liver as well. > > 7.The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body. > > 8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones andprevents from getting more. > > 9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightner and skin bleachwhich reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches. > > 10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, andinflammation of the tongue. > > 11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. > > 12.Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infectionand gonorrhea. > > 13.Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certaininsects to relieve its poison and pain. > > 14.Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems. > > 15.Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin. > > 16.Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastro-intestinal tract infections. > > 17.Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and brings down your weight. > > 18.Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea. > > 19.Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque,whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel. > > 20.A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma. > > 21.Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin. > > 22.Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a treatment for diphtheria. > > 23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. > > 24. Lemon applies over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young. > > 25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis. > > Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its Natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 Hi Shannon, Just want to share something with you. I haven't tried the lemon juice remedy, but as you said, it does sound awesome. but here is a tried and true one that works really fast. ok, Get a quart jar, and fill half full with water, the other half vinegar. pour into his hand enough to splash onto his face and donot dry. let it air dry. you do this mornings & before bedtime and you should see remarkable results in no time. I promise you, this will work wonders. Best wishes, Lela Shannon Smith <shannonlorrainesmith wrote: Hey thats awesome! Do you guys have any other alternative ways to cure acne? My husband has had it since he was a young child. I am not sure what type he has but his skin is very greasy. He also has problems with dandruff too but i am going to try the lemon juice. His acne is so bad it has left his face scared and his back also. It is very odd, I have never seen anything like it. The zits are under the skin and some of them just appear as large bumps, and then some of them do come to the surface of his skin.This has scared him very much so emotionally. Whn we first started dating it took me weeks to actually get him to carry on a conversation with me and talk to me. He still thinks I am " too pretty " for him, which makes me feel horrible because he is a very handsome man, inside and out. I love him dearly. To this day he still will not take his shirt off in front of me in fear I will run away because he has scars and zits on his back. I continue to reassure him that I love him deeply and dont care about any pimple or zit but it doesnt seem to be of any help. So any advice you guys would have for me would be so appreciated. We have tried proactive and alot of other acne soaps and lotions and none have seemed to work. Thanks guys and I will be waiting for your input! Shannon:) Asian Woman <i_asianwoman > Sent: Thursday, September 4, 2008 10:53:56 PMSubject: 25 Health benefits of lemons: 25 Health benefits of lemons:1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in production of WBC's and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading microorganism and prevents infection. 2. Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. 3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol). 4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut. 5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin. 6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify liver as well. 7. The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body. 8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents from getting more. 9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightner and skin bleach which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches. 10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue. 11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. 12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and gonorrhea. 13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve its poison and pain. 14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems. 15. Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin. 16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastro-intestinal tract infections. 17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and brings down your weight. 18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea. 19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel. 20. A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma. 21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin. 22. Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a treatment for diphtheria. 23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. 24. Lemon applies over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young. 25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its Natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 6, 2008 Report Share Posted September 6, 2008 Hey Thanks Lela, I am going to have him try that. I will keep you posted on the results. I am going to make sure he takes before and after pic too. Shannon:)Lela Mckoy <yochat316 Sent: Friday, September 5, 2008 1:27:55 PMRe: 25 Health benefits of lemons: Hi Shannon, Just want to share something with you. I haven't tried the lemon juice remedy, but as you said, it does sound awesome. but here is a tried and true one that works really fast. ok, Get a quart jar, and fill half full with water, the other half vinegar. pour into his hand enough to splash onto his face and donot dry. let it air dry. you do this mornings & before bedtime and you should see remarkable results in no time. I promise you, this will work wonders. Best wishes, Lela Shannon Smith <shannonlorrainesmith wrote: Hey thats awesome! Do you guys have any other alternative ways to cure acne? My husband has had it since he was a young child. I am not sure what type he has but his skin is very greasy. He also has problems with dandruff too but i am going to try the lemon juice. His acne is so bad it has left his face scared and his back also. It is very odd, I have never seen anything like it. The zits are under the skin and some of them just appear as large bumps, and then some of them do come to the surface of his skin.This has scared him very much so emotionally. Whn we first started dating it took me weeks to actually get him to carry on a conversation with me and talk to me. He still thinks I am " too pretty " for him, which makes me feel horrible because he is a very handsome man, inside and out. I love him dearly. To this day he still will not take his shirt off in front of me in fear I will run away because he has scars and zits on his back. I continue to reassure him that I love him deeply and dont care about any pimple or zit but it doesnt seem to be of any help. So any advice you guys would have for me would be so appreciated. We have tried proactive and alot of other acne soaps and lotions and none have seemed to work. Thanks guys and I will be waiting for your input! Shannon:) Asian Woman <i_asianwoman@ >Thursday, September 4, 2008 10:53:56 PMSubject: [Health_and_ Healing] 25 Health benefits of lemons: 25 Health benefits of lemons:1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in production of WBC's and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading microorganism and prevents infection. 2. Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. 3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol) . 4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut. 5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin. 6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify liver as well. 7. The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body. 8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents from getting more. 9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightner and skin bleach which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches. 10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue. 11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. 12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and gonorrhea. 13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve its poison and pain. 14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems. 15. Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin. 16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastro-intestinal tract infections. 17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and brings down your weight. 18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea. 19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel. 20. A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma. 21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin. 22. Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a treatment for diphtheria. 23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. 24. Lemon applies over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young. 25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its Natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 6, 2008 Report Share Posted September 6, 2008 Thanks Everyone for all the good input. I got alot of ideas and now I am going to go on down the list untill I find the right one that works, and I will let you all know when I find it too. Thanks again! Shannon:)Shannon Smith <shannonlorrainesmith Sent: Saturday, September 6, 2008 12:33:29 AMRe: 25 Health benefits of lemons: Hey Thanks Lela, I am going to have him try that. I will keep you posted on the results. I am going to make sure he takes before and after pic too. Shannon:)Lela Mckoy <yochat316 Sent: Friday, September 5, 2008 1:27:55 PMRe: 25 Health benefits of lemons: Hi Shannon, Just want to share something with you. I haven't tried the lemon juice remedy, but as you said, it does sound awesome. but here is a tried and true one that works really fast. ok, Get a quart jar, and fill half full with water, the other half vinegar. pour into his hand enough to splash onto his face and donot dry. let it air dry. you do this mornings & before bedtime and you should see remarkable results in no time. I promise you, this will work wonders. Best wishes, Lela Shannon Smith <shannonlorrainesmith wrote: Hey thats awesome! Do you guys have any other alternative ways to cure acne? My husband has had it since he was a young child. I am not sure what type he has but his skin is very greasy. He also has problems with dandruff too but i am going to try the lemon juice. His acne is so bad it has left his face scared and his back also. It is very odd, I have never seen anything like it. The zits are under the skin and some of them just appear as large bumps, and then some of them do come to the surface of his skin.This has scared him very much so emotionally. Whn we first started dating it took me weeks to actually get him to carry on a conversation with me and talk to me. He still thinks I am " too pretty " for him, which makes me feel horrible because he is a very handsome man, inside and out. I love him dearly. To this day he still will not take his shirt off in front of me in fear I will run away because he has scars and zits on his back. I continue to reassure him that I love him deeply and dont care about any pimple or zit but it doesnt seem to be of any help. So any advice you guys would have for me would be so appreciated. We have tried proactive and alot of other acne soaps and lotions and none have seemed to work. Thanks guys and I will be waiting for your input! Shannon:) Asian Woman <i_asianwoman@ >@ . comThursday, September 4, 2008 10:53:56 PMSubject: [Health_and_ Healing] 25 Health benefits of lemons: 25 Health benefits of lemons:1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in production of WBC's and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading microorganism and prevents infection. 2. Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases and cancers. 3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good cholesterol) . 4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of colon, prostate, and breast cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut. 5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin. 6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the digestive system and purify liver as well. 7. The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath which relieves head ache and cools the body. 8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents from getting more. 9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightner and skin bleach which reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches. 10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and inflammation of the tongue. 11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. 12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and gonorrhea. 13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain insects to relieve its poison and pain. 14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems. 15. Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin. 16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastro-intestinal tract infections. 17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers cholesterol levels and brings down your weight. 18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in case of diarrhea. 19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel. 20. A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma. 21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin. 22. Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a treatment for diphtheria. 23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. 24. Lemon applies over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young. 25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis.Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its Natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 7, 2008 Report Share Posted September 7, 2008 ---also a very good alkaliser Acid/Alkaline Balance There are indications over acidity is linked with arthritis and osteoporosis and a tendency to get more infections read on Edgar Cayce consistently emphasized the importance of maintaining a proper acid/alkaline balance in the body. Commonly referred to as " pH " (potential for hydrogen), the acid/alkaline continuum ranges from 0 - 14 with 7 as neutral. The lower end of the scale (below 7) is acid and above 7 is alkaline. Generally speaking, the Cayce readings maintain that a balanced pH with a slight alkaline tendency would be beneficial for most individuals. Alkalinity can be increased by consuming less meat and sweets and more vegetables and fruits. Although eating fruit to increase alkalinity may seem to be a contradiction because some fruits (especially citrus) are acidic outside the body, digestion uses up their acidic components, leaving an alkaline residue (ash). Thus the net effect is alkaline-producing within the system. For most individuals, Cayce noted that " a normal diet is about twenty percent acid to eighty percent alkaline-producing. " According to Cayce, numerous factors can increase acidity including negative emotional states, inadequate mastication of food, and poor eliminations. Perhaps the most common factor cited by Cayce is diet. Eating acid-producing foods or combining foods improperly (even akaline-producing foods) is said to lead to hyperacidity, even to " superacidity " in some instances. Cayce sometimes observed that infectious agents (such as virus and bacteria) do not thrive in an alkaline environment: " cold CANNOT - DOES NOT - exist in alkalines. " Thus, consuming alkaline-producing foods (such as orange juice and lemon juice) was recommended to prevent colds. As a practical preventive measure, Cayce's suggestions for alkalizing the body emphasized eating an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, especially salads: " ... if an alkalinity is maintained in the system - especially with lettuce, carrots and celery, these in the blood supply will maintain such a condition as to immunize a person. " (480-19) Consuming citrus fruit and juices was also a common alkalizing suggestion in the readings that addressed concerns about cold and flu infections. The antimicrobial influence of alkalinity is supported by research on goldenseal, a well-known antibacterial herb. Berberine sulfate, the most active antibacterial alkaloid in goldenseal, is more effective in an alkaline than an acid environment. At a pH of 8.0 (alkaline), its antimicrobial activity in vitro is about 2 to 4 times greater than at 7.0 (neutral). At an acid pH of 6.0, the antimicrobial activity is only 1/4 as strong as at a neutral pH.1 Acid/alkaline balance is extremely important to normal physiology. For example, the blood will maintain a slightly alkaline range of 7.35 to 7.45. Extended pH imbalances of any kind are not well tolerated by the body. The management of the pH factor is so important that the body has developed strict accounting procedures to monitor acid-alkaline balances in every cell and system. The fundamental regulatory systems of the body (including breathing, circulation, elimination, etc.) affect pH balance. Acid/alkaline balance is a complex and controversial subject. Views on this subject range from an almost total disbelief that pH is a significant factor in disease to the opposite extreme as exemplified by the book " Alkalize or Die. " 2 Even the experts who acknowledge that a neutral or slightly alkaline pH is good, disagree on what this means with regard to body fluids. For example, some researchers consider a slightly acid urine pH to be normal (healthy) because it might indicate that the body is eliminating acids which are a natural product of metabolism. Other experts maintain that the urine should be close to neutral or slightly alkaline. Gabriel Cousens M.D. takes a relatively moderate position, stating that a pH range of 6.3 to 7.2 is " healthy. " 3 Edgar Cayce insisted that acid/alkaline balance could be easily checked. Numerous readings encourage the measurement of pH balance in saliva and urine as an objective means of monitoring this crucial aspect of physiology. There are five alkaline-forming minerals, also known as acid-binding minerals. These minerals are: calcium, potassium,sodium, magnesium, and iron. Each of these are important for creating a healthy alkaline environment. These minerals bind with acid minerals and evacuate those acidic and toxic substances. Consuming more alkaline foods allows for a mucousless body. A vision of a mucous-free body is no sinus congestion, chronic lymphatic congestion or swelling, fluid accumulation in the lungs, joint calcification, calcium deficiency, etc. A person who has properly balanced pH will be happy, content, free of body aches, and muscle cramps. They will enjoy being emotionally stable and mentally clear. The result are extraordinary because the tissues will exist in their natural and optimal alkaline environment,conducive for health. We have yet to determine what are the long term health effects of keeping an acid/alkaline balance with a tendency toward alkalinity. High systemic acidity was consistently noted by Cayce in conditions such as arthritis. Presumably, maintaining pH balance (which for most people means increasing alkalinity) will have a therapeutic effect. REFERENCES And more The Cause of Disease Have you ever wondered if many of the diseases raging through our society have a common cause? Many doctors, herbalists and nutritionists believe that the explanation may come down to three words: Acid Alkaline Imbalance Over acidity, which can become a dangerous condition that weakens all body systems, is very common today. It gives rise to an internal environment conducive to disease, as opposed to a pH-balanced environment which allows normal body function necessary for the body to resist disease. A healthy body maintains adequate alkaline reserves to meet emergency demands. When excess acids must be neutralized our alkaline reserves are depleted leaving the body in a weakened condition. An Acid Alkaline Balanced diet, according to many experts, is a vital key to health maintenance. The concept of acid alkaline imbalance as the cause of disease is not new. In 1933 a New York doctor named William Howard Hay published a ground-breaking book, A New Health Era in which he maintains that all disease is caused by autotoxication (or " self-poisoning " ) due to acid accumulation in the body: Now we depart from health in just the proportion to which we have allowed our alkalies to be dissipated by introduction of acid-forming food in too great amount... It may seem strange to say that all disease is the same thing, no matter what its myriad modes of expression, but it is verily so. William Howard Hay, M.D. More recently, in his remarkable book Alkalize or Die (see recommended reading), Dr. Theodore A. Baroody says essentially the same thing: The countless names of illnesses do not really matter. What does matter is that they all come from the same root cause...too much tissue acid waste in the body! Theodore A. Baroody, N.D., D.C., Ph.D. It is important to understand that we are not talking about stomach acid or the pH of the stomach. We are talking about the pH of the body's fluids and tissues which is an entirely different matter. Test Your Body's Acidity or Alkalinity with pH Strips: It is recommended that you test your pH levels to determine if your body's pH needs immediate attention. By using pH test strips, you can determine your pH factor quickly and easily in the privacy of your own home. If your urinary pH fluctuates between 6.0 to 6.5 in the morning and between 6.5 and 7.0 in the evening, your body is functioning within a healthy range. If your saliva stays between 6.5 and 7.5 all day, your body is functioning within a healthy range. The best time to test your pH is about one hour before a meal and two hours after a meal. Test your pH two days a week. Most people who suffer from unbalanced pH are acidic. This condition forces the body to borrow minerals—including calcium, sodium, potassium and magnesium—from vital organs and bones to buffer (neutralize) the acid and safely remove it from the body. Because of this strain, the body can suffer severe and prolonged damage due to high acidity—a condition that may go undetected for years. Mild acidosis can cause such problems as: * Cardiovascular damage, including the constriction of blood vessels and the reduction of oxygen. * Weight gain, obesity and diabetes. * Bladder and kidney conditions, including kidney stones. * Immune deficiency. * Acceleration of free radical damage, possibly contributing to cancerous mutations. * Hormone concerns. * Premature aging. * Osteoporosis; weak, brittle bones, hip fractures and bone spurs. * Joint pain, aching muscles and lactic acid buildup. * Low energy and chronic fatigue. * Slow digestion and elimination. * Yeast/fungal overgrowth. pH and Bone Loss: A recent seven-year study conducted at the University of California, San Francisco, on 9,000 women showed that those who have chronic acidosis are at greater risk for bone loss than those who have normal pH levels. The scientists who carried out this experiment believe that many of the hip fractures prevalent among middle-aged women are connected to high acidity caused by a diet rich in animal foods and low in vegetables. This is because the body borrows calcium from the bones in order to balance pH. — American Journal of Clinical Nutrition Urine pH Urine testing may indicate how well your body is excreting acids and assimilating minerals, especially calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium. These minerals function as " buffers. " Buffers are substances that help maintain and balance the body against the introduction of too much acidity or too much alkalinity. Even with the proper amounts of buffers, acid or alkaline levels can become extreme. When the body ingests or produces too many of these acids or alkalis, it must excrete the excess. The urine is the perfect way for the body to remove any excess acids or alkaline substances that cannot be buffered. If the average urine pH is below 6.5 the body's buffering system is overwhelmed, a state of " autotoxication " exists, and attention should be given to lowering acid levels. Saliva pH The results of saliva testing may indicate the activity of digestive enzymes in the body. These enzymes are primarily manufactured by the stomach, liver and pancreas. While the saliva also utilizes buffers just like the urine, it relies on this process to a much lesser degree. If the saliva pH is too low (below 6.5), the body may be producing too many acids or may be overwhelmed by acids because it has lost the ability to adequately remove them through the urine. If the saliva pH is too high (over 6.8), the body may suffer greatly, e.g. excess gas, constipation and production of yeast, mold and fungus. Some people will have acidic pH readings from both urine and saliva—this is referred to as " double acid. " Keeping the Balance Right for Excellent Health Your body is able to assimilate minerals and nutrients properly only when its pH is balanced. It is therefore possible for you to be taking healthy nutrients and yet be unable to absorb or use them. If you are not getting the results you expected from your nutritional or herbal program, look for an acid alkaline imbalance. Even the right herbal program may not work if your body's pH is out of balance. What if I'm Acidic? By far the most common imbalance seen in our society is over acidity. If your urine and/or saliva test below 6.5 pH start with steps 1, 2 and 3 below and continue adding steps until desired results are achieved. Be sure to monitor your progress with easy-to-use pH test strips: 1. Enzymes are essential: Take 1-2 capsules of Food Enzymes or Proactazyme Plus with every meal. Also take 1-2 capsules of High Potency Protease and Nature's Noni between meals on an empty stomach. 2. Correct easily absorbable magnesium is needed: Take 2 Magnesium Complex with each meal which provides highly absorbable magnesium to help build necessary buffers. Magnesium is often lost in urine as a consequence of too much acid in the body. If your urine is 5.8-7.2 take Skeletal Strength as directed to support healthy bones. 3. Alkaline minerals are essential: Take 1 ounce of either Colloidal Minerals or Mineral Chi Tonic once daily. 4. Alkalize with Green Food: Take 1 teaspoon of Liquid Chlorophyll in water up to eight times daily. 5. Vitamin A & D hold calcium in the body. Taking NSP's Vitamin A & D will help the body buffer acid. 6. What if my pH is still too acidic? Use Coral Calcium according to label instructions if saliva pH is 5.8-6.5. Use Coral Calcium cautiously if pH is below 5.8. Monitor your pH daily. 7. Cleanse as needed: Take a psyllium hulls supplement such as Psyllium Hulls Combination at bedtime to maintain regular bowel movements. Use CleanStart twice a year for liver, bowel and kidney detoxification. Get the book! Get a copy of the book Alkalize or Die by Dr. Baroody (see recommended reading below) and carefully follow his dietary recommendations choosing more foods that are alkaline-forming and less that are acid-forming. The food chart below briefly summarizes this information for some of the more common foods. A healthy diet should consist of 80% alkaline-forming foods and 20% acid-forming foods. What Causes Me to be Acidic? The reason acidosis is more common in our society is mostly due to the typical American diet, which is far too high in acid-producing animal products like meat, eggs and dairy, and far too low in alkaline-producing foods like fresh vegetables. Additionally, we eat acid-producing processed foods like white flour and sugar and drink acid-producing beverages like coffee and soft drinks. We use too many drugs, which are acid-forming; and we use artificial chemical sweetners like NutraSweet, Equal, or aspartame, which are extremely acid-forming. One of the best things we can do to correct an overly-acid body is to clean up the diet and lifestyle. Refer to the recommended reading for specific help with diet and lifestyle. Understanding Viruses A wide variety of diseases are caused by viruses including the common cold, flu, warts, measles, hepatitis, herpes, smallpox, and AIDS. SARS is just the latest in a long list of viral parasites. Unlike bacteria that can usually be effectively treated with antibiotics, viral infections are often unresponsive to modern medical treatment Viral pH Dependency Laboratory experiments (in vitro) have confirmed that many viruses require a mildly acidic environment to attack host cells. Understanding the role of pH balance in viral infections may provide preventive and therapeutic breakthroughs for dealing with epidemics including the recent outbreak of SARS. ..Certain viruses (including the rhinoviruses and coronaviruses that are most often responsible for the common cold and influenza viruses that produce flu) infect host cells by fusion with cellular membranes at low pH. Thus they are classified as " pH-dependent viruses. " Drugs that increase pH (have been shown to decrease infectivity of pH-dependent viruses. .. Possible Relevance to SARS The World Health Organization has concluded that SARS is produced by a new virulent strain of coronavirus. Specific research on the possible pH dependency of the SARS virus has not yet been done. It is well known that coronavirus infectivity is exquisitely sensitive to pH. For example, the MHV-A59 strain of coronavirus is quite stable at pH 6.0 (acidic) but becomes rapidly and irreversibly inactivated by brief treatment at pH 8.0 (alkaline). Human coronavirus strain 229E is maximally infective at pH 6.0. Infection of cells by murine coronavirus A59 at pH 6.0 (acidic) rather than pH 7.0 (neutral) yields a tenfold increase in the infectivity of the virus. If the strain of coronavirus responsible for SARS shares the pH characteristics of these other coronaviruses that are pH-dependent, this could be a valuable clue to effective prevention and treatment strategies for this frightening epidemic. Perhaps keeping a balanced or slightly alkaline pH environment for the body's tissues can provide viral protection or enhanced healing for SARS and common viral agents that cause respiratory infections. Acid Alkaline forming Diet FOOD CATEGORY SWEETENERS Alkaline forming Maple Syrup, Rice Syrup Raw Honey, Raw Sugar Acid forming Processed Honey, Molasses White Sugar, Brown Sugar NutraSweet, Equal, Aspartame, Sweet 'N Low FRUITS Alkaline forming Lemons, Watermelon, Limes, Grapefruit, Mangoes, Papayas Dates, Figs, Melons, Grapes, Papaya, Kiwi, Blueberries, Apples, Pears, Raisins Oranges, Bananas, Cherries, Pineapple, Peaches, Avocados Acid forming Plums, Processed Fruit Juices Sour Cherries, Rhubarb Blackberries, Cranberries, Prunes BEANS VEGETABLES LEGUMES Alkaline forming Asparagus, Onions, Vegetable Juices, Parsley, Raw Spinach, Broccoli, Garlic Okra, Squash, Green Beans, Beets, Celery, Lettuce, Zucchini, Sweet Potato, Carob Carrots, Tomatoes, Fresh Corn, Mushrooms, Cabbage, Peas, Potato Skins, Olives, Soybeans, Tofu Acid forming Cooked Spinach, Kidney Beans, String Beans Potatoes (without skins), Pinto Beans, Navy Beans, Lima Beans Chocolate NUTS SEEDS Alkaline forming Almonds Chestnuts Acid forming Pumpkin Seeds, Sunflower Seeds Pecans, Cashews Peanuts, Walnuts OILS Alkaline forming Olive Oil Flax Seed Oil Canola Oil Acid forming Corn Oil GRAINS CEREALS Alkaline forming Amaranth, Millet, Wild Rice, Quinoa Acid forming Sprouted Wheat Bread, Spelt, Brown Rice White Rice, Corn, Buckwheat, Oats, Rye Wheat, White Flour, Pastries, Pasta MEATS All acid forming Venison, Cold Water Fish Turkey, Chicken, Lamb Beef, Pork, Shellfish EGGS DAIRY Alkaline forming Breast Milk Soy Cheese, Soy Milk, Goat Milk, Goat Cheese, Whey Acid foming Eggs, Butter, Yogurt, Buttermilk, Cottage Cheese Raw Milk Cheese, Homogenized Milk, Ice Cream Herb Teas, Lemon Water Green Tea Ginger Tea BEVERAGES Tea Coffee Beer, Soft Drinks Note that a food's acid or alkaline-forming tendency in the body has nothing to do with the actual pH of the food itself. For example, lemons are very acidic, however the end-products they produce after digestion and assimilation are very alkaline so lemons are alkaline-forming in the body. Likewise, meat will test alkaline before digestion but it leaves very acidic residue in the body so, like nearly all animal products, meat is very acid-forming Recommended Reading: Alkalize or Die by Theodore A. Baroody: And the video at the bottom of this site http://www.naturalhealthschool.com/acid-alkaline.html In , " Asian Woman " <i_asianwoman wrote: > > > 25 Health benefits of lemons: > > 1. Lemon being a citrus fruit, fights against infection. It helps in > production of WBC's and antibodies in blood which attacks the invading > microorganism and prevents infection. > > > 2. Lemon is an antioxidant which deactivates the free radicals > preventing many dangerous diseases like stroke, cardiovascular diseases > and cancers. > > > 3. Lemon lowers blood pressure and increases the levels of HDL (good > cholesterol). > > > 4. Lemon is found to be anti-carcinogenic which lower the rates of > colon, prostate, and breast cancer. They prevent faulty metabolism in > the cell, which can predispose a cell to becoming carcinogenic. Also > blocks the formation of nitrosamines in the gut. > > > > 5. Lemon juice is said to give a glow to the skin. > > > 6. A few drops of lemon juice in hot water are believed to clear the > digestive system and purify liver as well. > > > 7. The skin of lemon dried under the sun and then ground to make > powder can be applied to the hair for a few minutes before bath > which relieves head ache and cools the body. > > > 8. Applying lemon juice to acne dries the existing ones and prevents > from getting more. > > > 9. Lemon juice acts as a natural hair lightner and skin bleach which > reduces the pigment melanin and prevents the risk of chemical allergic > reactions which is common with hair dyes and bleaches. > > > 10. Lemon juice is given to relieve gingivitis, stomatitis, and > inflammation of the tongue. > > > 11. Lemon juice is given to prevent common cold. > > > 12. Lemon juice is given to prevent or treat urinary tract infection and > gonorrhea. > > > 13. Lemon juice is applied to the sites of bites and stings of certain > insects to relieve its poison and pain. > > > 14. Lemon juice relieves colic pain and gastric problems. > > > 15. Lemon juice soothes the dry skin when applied with little glycerin. > > > 16. Lemon juice used for marinating seafood or meat kills bacteria and > other organisms present in them, thereby prevents many gastro-intestinal > tract infections. > > > 17. Lemon juice with a pinch of salt (warm) every morning lowers > cholesterol levels and brings down your weight. > > > 18. Lemon juice is the best drink to prevent dehydration and shock in > case of diarrhea. > > > 19. Lemon juice can also be used as a mouthwash. It removes plaque, > whitens the teeth and strengthens the enamel. > > > 20. A table spoon on thick lemon syrup everyday relieves asthma. > > > 21. Lemon juice relieves chilblains and itchy skin. > > > 22. Gargling lemon juice relieves throat infection and also used as a > treatment for diphtheria. > > > 23. Lemon juice is an excellent treatment for dandruff and greasy hair. > > > 24. Lemon applies over the face removes wrinkles and keeps you young. > > > 25. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis. > > Lemon is not usually allergic or toxic to many, so why don't you try its > Natural benefits first and then go on to medical treatment. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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