True costs beyond the cigarette - Depreciating your health, your family health, your house and your car
by: S. D. Wells
smoking cigarettes, health depreciation, shortened lifespan
(DrEddyClinic News) If you start talking about the cost of cigarettes, everybody does the same thing -- they multiply the cost of one pack by the number of packs you smoke per week, and then times four weeks and then times 12 months. Instantly, you have a sum total of the money wasted in a year, and people can "rationalize" with you a little about the addiction. Then they start naming all kinds of things you could be doing or could have done with "all that money," like some savvy investment or something. But who wants to hear that when you just can't seem to quit?
You've probably tried hard more than once. Where's the sympathy? It's not just about making some simple decision based on some quick calculation of cost, but thank you. Then, you have people who are more analytical and comprehensive, and they take the "cost" concepts and strategies to the next level. And when these "factoring" individuals take it upon themselves to share what they have put together for you, well, then you can appreciate the true "cost" associated with smoking ammonia, pesticide and formaldehyde all day, waiting for something bad to happen while it's all happening.
Here's a look at what you MAY NOT have considered, and it may just change your mind, about how you approach addiction and how you approach the natural solution to this "equation." There's more to quitting than adding up how much a daily cigarette pack (or two or three) costs after one year, or five years, or 10. There's more to quitting smoking http://dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=26793 than naming what you "could be doing with all that money." There's a big picture that just about everyone is missing, and if they knew, they would catapult themselves into action.
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Success vs. Bankruptcy
First things first -- let's get this out of the way. Take a year in review: A pack of cigarettes smoked every day in "low price" states runs about $2,500 a year, but in New York it can run you about $5,000. Put that in the bank for five years and you can pay cash for a nice new automobile or put a salt water pool in the backyard. Or, you could buy 4 to 5 acres of land in some rural area, have a couple truckloads of organic soil delivered to your new home, and buy some organic seeds and fruit trees. Add in a greenhouse and some solar panels and what have you got? Organic self-sufficiency and a sustainable future is what you've got.
Think about this. You could be losing productivity at work right now, at your business or your livelihood. How often are you absent from work because cigarettes drive sickness and miserably extend it? People lose about $4,000 or more a year being less productive as smokers, being absent from work and/or less efficient. This money is never even accounted for, since it is never seen in a paycheck or used for any resources.
Plus, down the road, treatment for lung cancer or heart disease is enough to levy and foreclose on your home if you aren't covered properly by insurance and savings. Adult health care, hospital care, ambulatory care and prescription medications will continue after bankruptcy anyway. (http://www.simplifiedissuelifeinsurance.com/financial-cost-of-smoking/)
If you are the smoker in this "big picture," do you think about the depreciation of the value of your home? Three out of four people will not buy a home that smells like smoke or has yellow/brown tar on the walls and ceiling. An automobile can lose about $1,000 in value in just five years of smoking in it regularly.
Add it all up and you could have done some home improvements, like put in a saltwater hot tub and infrared sauna. When you change your own health http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=16, you are changing the world as a whole -- did you know that? Your energy and motivation ripple outward and affect the people around you, your environment and evolution in general.
Every cigarette takes away about 7 minutes of your life
After 10 years, you've cut about nine months off your life. Yes, there are exceptions to smoking and living long, but what is your condition and mode every day? Are you really free? Smoking is a vice with a really good grip, on you, if you are the culprit. The secret to ending the habit is looking INTO IT deeper so you can smile your way out of it, instead of dreading it. Fear is powerful, but your will is smarter. Let's turn the corner together right now and add 10 to 20 HEALTHY years to your life.
(http://nomoresmoking.info/)
The joy of having thousands of dollars for organic food and vacations
The beauty of any vacation is -- not having to worry about anything. That's when you can sit and reflect, and appreciate things the way they are and all that you have done in life to come "this far." If you're eating healthy http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=18 and exercising regularly, you feel like a million bucks! This is the ultimate joy of having "nice things" and being able to enjoy them. If you're sick, tired and full of anxiety, it doesn't matter where you take your vacations or what you experience while you're there. And now the joy of affording both -- great health and phenomenal experiences -- comes to you as knowledge and an action plan.
The secret to motivation, appreciation and evolution lives in an organic world, where the food is organic, the water is organic, and the body and blood are running on organic fuel. When the brain and heart work in tandem, your potential is "released" to you. The secret to motivation and success lives in organic food. Catapult yourself into action. Go there now. You can quit smoking naturally in 14 days or less with an organic method the Health Ranger recommends:
Watch the trailer here for 14 & Out:(http://premium.naturalnews.tv/14AndOut__TV.htm)
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The best and worst forms of magnesium to take as a supplement
(DrEddyClinic News) According to the American Chiropractic Society, an estimated 68 to 80 percent of the United States population is deficient in the essential mineral magnesium. While our growing dependence on processed food is partly responsible for this alarming statistic, the real reason for it is that ongoing soil erosion has significantly depleted the mineral content of our soil within the last century. Consequently, many fruits and vegetables that were once rich in magnesium no longer contain it in adequate amounts, resulting in widespread deficiencies.
For this reason, an increasing number of people are turning to magnesium supplements http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=19&t=34431 to boost their intake of this vital nutrient. However, since magnesium http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=34112 must be bound to another substance before it can be adequately absorbed, magnesium supplements come in a number of different forms that provide different, or targeted, health benefits. This article takes a closer look at the best (and worst) forms of magnesium on the market today.
The best forms of magnesium
Magnesium citrate -- Magnesium citrate is the most popular magnesium supplement, probably because it is inexpensive and easily absorbed. Since citric acid is a mild laxative, magnesium citrate functions as a constipation aid as well as a magnesium source. It is a great choice for individuals with rectal or colon problems but is unsuitable for those with loose bowel movements.
Magnesium taurate -- Magnesium taurate is the best choice of magnesium supplement for people with cardiovascular issues, since it is known to prevent arrhythmias and guard the heart from damage caused by heart attacks. Magnesium taurate is easily absorbed (magnesium and taurine stabilize cell membranes together), and it contains no laxative properties.
Magnesium malate -- Magnesium malate is a fantastic choice for people suffering from fatigue, since malic acid -- a natural fruit acid http://www.dreddyclinic.com/online_recources/pH/Acid_Out.pdf present in most cells in the body -- is a vital component of enzymes that play a key role in ATP synthesis and energy production. Since the ionic bonds of magnesium and malic acid are easily broken, magnesium malate is also highly soluble.
Magnesium glycinate -- Magnesium glycinate (magnesium bound with glycine, a non-essential amino acid) is one of the most bioavailable and absorbable forms of magnesium, and also the least likely to induce diarrhea. It is the safest option for correcting a long-term deficiency.
Magnesium chloride -- Though magnesium chloride only contains around 12 percent elemental magnesium, it has an impressive absorption rate and is the best form of magnesium to take for detoxing the cells and tissues. Moreover, chloride (not to be confused with chlorine, the toxic gas) aids kidney function and can boost a sluggish metabolism.
Magnesium carbonate -- Magnesium carbonate is another popular, bioavailable form of magnesium that actually turns into magnesium chloride when it mixes with the hydrochloric acid in our stomachs. It is a good choice for people suffering from indigestion and acid reflux, since it contains antacid properties.
The worst forms of magnesium
Magnesium oxide -- Magnesium oxide is the most common form of magnesium sold in pharmacies, but it is non-chelated and possesses a poor absorption rate compared to those listed above.
Magnesium sulfate -- Magnesium sulfate, also called Epsom salt, is a fantastic constipation aid but an unsafe source of dietary magnesium, since overdosing on it is easy.
Magnesium glutamate and aspartate -- Avoid these two forms of magnesium completely. Glutamic acid and aspartic acid are components of the dangerous artificial sweetener aspartame, and both of them become neurotoxic when unbound to other amino acids.
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About the author:
Michael Ravensthorpe is an independent writer whose research interests include nutrition, alternative medicine, and bushcraft. He is the creator of the website, Spiritfoods http://spiritfoods.net/, through which he promotes the world's healthiest foods.
The Health Benefits of Omega 3, 6, 9 Fatty Acids and EPA & DHA
You’ve probably heard the terms “fatty acid” and “omega 3″ before, but do you know what a fatty acid is or why your body needs it? What about the different types of fatty acids, what foods you can naturally find them in and how much your body needs to live a long, healthy life?
Fatty acids are important for all systems of the body to function normally, including your skin, respiratory system, circulatory system, brain and organs. There are two fatty acids, termed essential fatty acids (EFA) that your body does not produce on its own. EFAs have to be ingested.
The two essential fatty acids that the human body cannot produce are the omega-3 fatty acid and omega-6 fatty acid, which are important for brain development, immune system function and blood pressure regulation.
What is Omega-3 Fatty Acid?
Omega-3 fatty acid (Alpha-linolenic acid) is an essential fatty acid that plays an important role in brain function and may help you fight against cardiovascular disease [1]. The American Heart Association recommends a diet in which fatty fish, like salmon, herring, sardines and tuna are consumed at least twice a week.
While these foods are high in omega-3 fatty acid, I personally do not agree with this recommendation as fish can be contaminated and may be high in mercury http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=32335, which can have detrimental health effects. Plus, I believe a raw food diet http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=33331 consisting of little to no meat is better for the human body.
Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acid
Research on the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acid have shown that it may be useful for supporting the following:
Asthma [2]
Diabetes [3]
Arthritis [4]
Osteoporosis [5]
Some Cancers [6]
Skin Disorders [7]
High Cholesterol [8]
High Blood Pressure [9]
Attention Disorders [10]
Depressive Disorders [11]
Macular Degeneration
Digestive Difficulties
Omega-3 fatty acids are found naturally in:
What is Omega-6 Fatty Acid?
Omega-6 fatty acid (Linoleic Acid) combined with omega-3 fatty acid produces many of the health benefits described above, but the trickiest part about playing the fatty acid game is that it is best to eat them in the right amounts.
You should be eating about twice as much omega-6 as omega-3, so that your omega-6 to omega-3 ratio is 2:1, but in today’s world of fast food, frozen entrees, and high calorie snacks, it is not uncommon for most people to actually be getting about 15 times more omega-6 than omega-3. Washington DC’s center for Genetics, Nutrition and Health suggest that eating omega-6 and omega-3 in the wrong proportions may actually negate the health benefits.
The best sources of omega-6 are seeds, nuts and grains and green leafy vegetables, like lettuce, broccoli, purslane and kale, and in certain raw vegetable oils. Care should be taken to use raw cold pressed vegetable oils because cooking destroys the benefits of the fatty acids.
Omega-6 fatty acids are also found naturally in:
Olive Oil
Wheatgerm
Grapeseeds
Pistachios
Sesame Oil
Hempseed Oil
Pumpkin Seeds
Chia Seed Oil
Safflower Oil
Sunflower Oil
Cottonseed Oil
Raw Nuts & Seeds
What is Omega-9 Fatty Acid?
Omega-9, or monounsaturated oleic and stearic acid, is a non essential fatty acid produced naturally by the body whenever there is enough of either Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids.
However, if you do not have enough omega 3 and omega 6, then you must get omega 9 from your diet.
This fatty acid plays a role in promoting heart health by supporting healthy, balanced cholesterol levels and improving immune function.
Omega-9 fatty acids are also found naturally in:
Avocados
Pecans
Cashews
Almonds
Hazelnuts
Pistachios
Macadamia Nuts
Chia Seed Oil
Olives & Olive Oil
What is EPA and DHA?
Within the body omega-3 fatty acids are converted to DHA and EPA (docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid, respectively). DHA and EPA are highly unsaturated fats that play very important roles in the vision development and brain function of infants.
One study found significantly lower amounts of EPA in the cells of patients who had attempted suicide, suggesting that omega-3 fatty acids may actually play a role in suicide prevention. A lack of DHA has been associated with Alzheimer disease, attention disorders, phenylketonuria, cystic fibrosis and other diseases. Blue green algae http://www.dreddyclinic.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=34193 is a good source of EPA and DHA.
– Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN, DCBCN, DABFM
References:
1. Wang C, Harris WS, Chung M, Lichtenstein AH, Balk EM, Kupelnick B, Jordan HS, Lau J. n-3 Fatty acids from fish or fish-oil supplements, but not alpha-linolenic acid, benefit cardiovascular disease outcomes in primary- and secondary-prevention studies: a systematic review http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=historysearch&querykey=7. Am J Clin Nutr. 2006 Jul;84(1):5-17. Review.
2. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Health Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Asthma http://archive.ahrq.gov/clinic/tp/o3asthmtp.htm. 2004 March. Publication No. 04-E013-1
3. Mita T, Watada H, Ogihara T, Nomiyama T, Ogawa O, Kinoshita J, Shimizu T, Hirose T, Tanaka Y, Kawamori R. Eicosapentaenoic acid reduces the progression of carotid intima-media thickness in patients with type 2 diabetes http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=historysearch&querykey=9. Atherosclerosis. 2007 Mar;191(1):162-7. Epub 2006 Apr 17.
4. Fortin PR, Lew RA, Liang MH, Wright EA, Beckett LA, Chalmers TC, Sperling RI. Validation of a meta-analysis: the effects of fish oil in rheumatoid arthritis http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=historysearch&querykey=11. J Clin Epidemiol. 1995 Nov;48(11):1379-90.
5. Vanek C, Connor WE. Do n-3 fatty acids prevent osteoporosis? http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=historysearch&querykey=13 Am J Clin Nutr. 2007 Mar;85(3):647-8.
6. Augustsson K, Michaud DS, Rimm EB, Leitzmann MF, Stampfer MJ, Willett WC, Giovannucci E. A prospective study of intake of fish and marine fatty acids and prostate cancer http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=historysearch&querykey=15. Cancer Epidemiol Biomarkers Prev. 2003 Jan;12(1):64-7.
7. University of Maryland Medical Center. Omega-3 fatty acids overview http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/omega-3-000316.htm. The University of Maryland Medical System.
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10. Richardson AJ, Montgomery P. The Oxford-Durham study: a randomized, controlled trial of dietary supplementation with fatty acids in children with developmental coordination disorder http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=historysearch&querykey=21. Pediatrics. 2005 May;115(5):1360-6.
11. Su KP, Huang SY, Chiu CC, Shen WW. Omega-3 fatty acids in major depressive disorder. A preliminary double-blind, placebo-controlled trial http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?cmd=historysearch&querykey=23. Eur Neuropsychopharmacol. 2003 Aug;13(4):267-71. Erratum in: Eur Neuropsychopharmacol. 2004 Mar;14(2):173.
Harmful Organism Cleansing: The Benefits of Wormwood
(DrEddyClinic News) You may have heard wormwood mentioned in conjunction with absinthe, an alcoholic drink made popular during the 19th century and sometimes associated with artists such as Vincent Van Gogh. Habitual abuse of the drink was thought to cause absinthism, a supposed condition identified by hallucinations, sleeplessness, and other mental issues.
It was believed for quite some time that thujone, one of the compounds in wormwood, was responsible for the effects but opinions have shifted with the increase of scientific knowledge and it’s now believed that absinthism was simply a trumped up name for chronic intoxication. After nearly a century, the prohibition of the drink has ended and absinthe has recently made a comeback.
Although I don’t recommend consuming wormwood in the form of 160 proof alcohol, wormwood is a therapeutic herb and its use extends as far back as the early Roman era. Traditional medicine in Asia and Europe have also used wormwood and its extracts for a variety of purposes, including harmful organism cleansing. [1] [2]
Wormwood and Harmful Organisms
Harmful organisms are a problem in every country in the world, they may infest food or water which can lead to their infestation of both humans and animals. In developing nations, the limited availability and affordability of pharmaceutical drugs means that many people must rely on traditional medical remedies. However, even citizens in industrial nations are not always content with simply popping a pill from the pharmacy and also prefer natural alternatives. Wormwood is known to help the body produce an environment that is toxic to harmful organisms. [3] [4] [5] [6]
Harmful organisms are not just a problem with the human population. For the farmer who has hundreds or thousands of livestock, the costs of pharmaceuticals can be staggering. Wormwood might be the answer in some of these situations. Results of a study by the Post Graduate Department of Zoology at the University of Kashmir suggests that wormwood extract may be a natural alternative to commercial drugs for addressing intestinal invaders in sheep. [7]
Additional Benefits of Wormwood
The benefits of wormwood are not limited to its efficacy against harmful organisms. Wormwood also contains compounds known to stimulate digestion by supporting liver and gallbladder function. The benefit can be increased when combined with other digestive herbs such as peppermint and ginger. It’s also been shown to support healthy circulation and resist swelling and irritation. [8] Furthermore, research suggests that wormwood has some neuroprotective properties. [9]
Like many other plants, wormwood is a source of antioxidants. This quality has been back linked to one of its traditional uses in Europe, which is to support the healing of skin wounds. [10] [11] An Algerian study even found that wormwood’s antioxidant action helped revitalize enzyme activity in rats that had been affected by lead exposure. [12]
The Yale University School of Medicine reported a study in which patients with Crohn’s disease were given an herbal blend containing wormwood, or placebo, for a ten week period. Now, very often, people with Crohn’s must take a steroid. However, in this study, it was observed that the patients who took the herbal blend were able to taper off their steroid use and reported improved mood and quality of life, not something often achieved by standard medications. [13]
by Dr. Edward Group DC, NP, DACBN, DCBCN, DABFM
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2. Guarrera PM. Traditional antihelmintic, antiparasitic and repellent uses of plants in Central Italy http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10624877. J Ethnopharmacol. 1999 Dec 15;68(1-3):183-92.
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9. Bora KS, Sharma A. Neuroprotective effect of Artemisia absinthium L. on focal ischemia and reperfusion-induced cerebral injury http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20435123. J Ethnopharmacol. 2010 Jun 16;129(3):403-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2010.04.030. Epub 2010 May 6.
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12. Kharoubi O, Slimani M, Krouf D, Seddik L, Aoues A. Role of wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) extract on oxidative stress in ameliorating lead induced haematotoxicity http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20161947. Afr J Tradit Complement Altern Med. 2008 Apr 10;5(3):263-70.
13. Omer B, Krebs S, Omer H, Noor TO. Steroid-sparing effect of wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) in Crohn’s disease: a double-blind placebo-controlled study http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17240130. Phytomedicine. 2007 Feb;14(2-3):87-95. Epub 2007 Jan 19.
