(NaturalNews) There is only one kind of immunity and that is natural immunity which is achieved by battling the infectious diseases itself. Vaccination is merely the artificial triggering of temporary responses to manmade pathogens. Vaccines are both harmful and dangerous and are leading to generations of humans with no natural defenses to disease.Vaccines do not provide long-term immunity; only temporary at best. In vaccines, an antigen is injected into the body to produce a reaction and the immune system responds in the form of antibodies, but antibody presence does not confer immunity. People still catch the diseases that they are vaccinated against. Vaccines actually skip the normal immune responses to activate killer cells which can trigger an overproduction of cytokines in response to the toxic vaccine adjuvants and can damage tissues and organs and even stop the heart and block air pathways.

Vaccines should never be called immunizations because that is a misnomer. Immunity and vaccinations are two different subjects altogether. In fact, breast milk is so potent with immune energizing effects in the infant that researchers at the CDC recommend women withhold breastfeeding their children in order to boost the “effectiveness” of childhood vaccines. The paper claims that women should stop breastfeeding long enough for the man-made poison to work on artificial/temporary “immunity.”

There is no such thing as a “side effect”

After-effects of vaccines are only followed for a very short time. Effects that are not seen for 30 years will not even be associated with the vaccine. Immunizations are contributing to the lowering of immunity along with the spread of auto-immune diseases such as arthritis and even AIDS throughout the world. Research clearly shows that aluminum mixed into vaccines carries a risk for autoimmunity, long-term brain inflammation, and subsequent neurological complications and may have profound and widespread adverse health complications. Many vaccines contain both aluminum and trace amounts of mercury. When you mix these 2 metals together it causes Extreme Synergistic Toxicity.

The facts:

As vaccinated disease rates go down (but not necessarily as a result of toxic vaccinations), the rate of chronic disease goes up in lock-step. Vaccines, as they are commonly given, destroy the natural immunity process and accelerate the auto-immune disease process.

Deaths from measles in 1900 were 13 per 100,000 people. In 1948: less than one. Measles vaccines introduced in 1963 but took full credit for what they never did – eliminate measles. Japanese health authorities realized that early inoculations were causing crib deaths so they postponed them until the 24th month and SIDS virtually disappeared along with whooping cough (pertussis) during the first two years of babies’ lives. Instead of preventing whooping cough the DPT promotes it as well as SIDS. Reuters recently reports that according to the CDC, the number of pertussis cases is growing – in the fully vaccinated population!

The recent Bachmair vaccine study reveals that the allergy rate in vaccinated children is more than double the rate in unvaccinated ones. Vaccinated children are also nearly eight times more prone to develop asthma or chronic bronchitis than unvaccinated. Furthermore, vaccinated kiddos suffer from more neurodermatitis, herpes, otitis media, hay fever, hyperactivity, scoliosis, epilepsy and seizures, migraine headaches, thyroid disease, and SIDS than unvaccinated children. Vaccinated kids historically also have more measles than unvaccinated kids

Doctor after doctor will tell you that vaccinations have reduced the incidence of many infectious diseases but they have no real proof. In fact, all the epidemical evidence shows that disease rates rise after vaccines – in the vaccinated population. Should we trust them just on their word? Make an informed decision about you and your child’s health.

Sources for this article include:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20442687
Tomljenovic L and Shaw CA. Aluminum vaccine adjuvants: Are they Safe? Current Medicinal Chemistry. 2011; 18: 2630-2637.
http://www.flcv.com/hgsynerg.html

About the author:
Craig Stellpflug is a Cancer Nutrition Specialist, Lifestyle Coach and Neuro Development Consultant at Healing Pathways Medical Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ. With 17 years of clinical experience working with both brain disorders and cancer, Craig has seen first-hand the devastating effects of vaccines and pharmaceuticals on the human body and has come to the conclusion that a natural lifestyle and natural remedies are the true answers to health and vibrant living. You can find his daily health blog at www.blog.realhealthtalk.com and his articles and radio show archives at www.realhealthtalk.com

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(NaturalNews) Congratulations! You’re expecting. Welcome to the roller coaster ride that is pregnancy. For many women, fatigue is the first sign of pregnancy, followed closely by morning sickness. Morning sickness is most common between the fourth and fourteenth weeks of pregnancy and is most often experienced upon rising, thus the term, but one can experience nausea at any time of the day.Roughly three quarters of women experience nausea during the first trimester. Half of all pregnant women have both nausea and vomiting, while one quarter experiences nausea alone, and one quarter lucks out altogether. In rare cases it can extend through much of the nine months, and even more rarely, result in hospitalization due to fluid loss and debility. Even for those not experiencing the extreme cases, prolonged nausea can be exhausting.

What causes it

The exact cause of morning sickness is not officially known, but the hormone cocktail bombarding your system is most likely to blame, along with heightened senses and sensitivities. Your body is on high alert so you have an enhanced sense of smell and sensitivity to odors. Hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, and hCG rise rapidly during early pregnancy, and can have an almost toxic effect on your system. Some believe that carrying a daughter increases chances of nausea due to even more estrogen in the system. Women carrying multiples have even higher hormone levels and may experience worse bouts.

What you can do

You can’t control the hormonal roller coaster, but you can support and nourish your liver (which has to process all those hormones) and your reproductive system. In addition to lots of rest, water, and organic fruits and veggies:

• Avoid an empty stomach – you may not feel like eating, but an empty, churning stomach will only make nausea worse. Don’t wait until its so bad nothing will stay down.

• Avoid large meals – eat small, frequent meals.

• Eat crackers first thing in the morning, as soon as you get up.

• Take a whole food based prenatal vitamin (from a health food store, not a doctor) that includes vitamin B6 – a deficiency in this vitamin is a known cause of nausea. Be sure it also has zinc because you need zinc for B6 to work.

• Take pregnancy supporting herbs to boost nutrition – red raspberry leaf is rich in iron, tones the uterus, increases milk production, decreases nausea, and eases labor pains.

• Take herbs known to help with nausea: ginger, slippery elm (also helps with heartburn and vaginal irritations), and peppermint/spearmint (also helps with flatulence). Catnip and fennel tincture may also help.

• Apply pressure to points in the upper wrist to relieve nausea, relax, and promote sleep.

• Consider acupuncture to reverse the flow of qi, and insure it is going safely downward.

Also good to consider:

• Digestive enzymes are helpful because of a lack of stomach acid and slower digestion.

• Green drink or supplements such as alfalfa, kelp, spirulina, chlorophyl in a tea or capsules help balance the body by providing lots of nutrients.

• Pregnancy tea – herbal tea designed to support your pregnancy in many ways, including liver support, hormone balance, and uterine tonic. This is a good way to get a lot of these supplements in one place, without having to take pills.

• If experiencing nausea to the point of not being able to eat, try freezing the pregnancy tea or green drink in an ice cube try, and sucking on it.

This is supposed to be a happy time and it seems a bit unfair to feel sick all the time. Try to remember that the sensitivity of your digestive system is an ancient security system designed to protect you and your baby. For example, some women who have no problem consuming dairy products may find they are unable to during pregnancy, only to discover later that the child is lactose intolerant.

It’s not uncommon to actually lose a few pounds during the first trimester when morning sickness is at its height, and while you figure out what you are sensitive to. If it doesn’t ease by the second trimester, you can’t keep food down, or you lose more than five pounds, be sure to talk to your health care provider about the situation.

Sources for this article include:

http://www.babycenter.com/morning-sickness

http://www.pregnancyandchildren.com

Tarr, Katherine. A Guide to Motherhood – Herbs, Helps, & Pressure Points for Pregnancy and Childbirth, p. 1, 24. Winona Lake, Indiana: Wendell W. Whitman Company, 2008.

Ody, Penelope. Herbs for a Healthy Pregnancy…from conception to childbirth. p. 38-40. Lincolnwood, Illinois: Keats Publishing, 1999.

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Superbugs mutate inIndia, rendering antibiotics impotent – and they are spreading

Tuesday, May 08, 2012 by: Jonathan Benson

(NaturalNews) It is no longer a secret that drug-resistant bacteria are rapidly emerging and spreading all around the world as a result of the continued overuse and abuse of antibiotic drugs in both conventional medicine and industrial agriculture. But now it appears that the genes responsible for spawning these so-called “superbugs” are also spreading, and turning otherwise mild conditions such as throat infections into deadly killers.Known as NDM-1, or New Delhi metallo-beta-lactamase-1, these genes basically hitch a ride on mobile DNA loops known as plasmids, and latch themselves onto various bacteria whenever and wherever they find an opportunity. The end result of this parasite-like invasion into bacteria is that even largely innocuous microbes can become extremely virulent and fully able to outsmart even the strongest antibiotic drugs available.

“Things as common as strep throat or a child’s scratched knee could once again kill,” said Margaret Chan, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) at a recent meeting in Copenhagen, Denmark, about the phenomenon. “Hip replacements, organ transplants, cancer chemotherapy and care of preterm infants would become far more difficult or even too dangerous to undertake.”

According to a recent report by Bloomberg, the spread of NDM-1 and antibiotic-resistant superbugs has become so extreme that even beneficial bacterial, also commonly referred to as “probiotics” or “gut microflora,” are being affected as well. And as long as antibiotics continue to be abused in the careless way that they now are globally, the situation will only worsen over time until eventually even the most minor infections and injuries become fatal.

“If this latest bug becomes entrenched in our hospitals, there is really nothing we can turn to,” said Donald E. Low, head of the public health lab inToronto,Ontario. “Its potential is to be probably greater than any other organism.”

How you can help fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs

Besides raising awareness about the issue and pushing for a complete moratorium on antibiotic drug use, there is little that can be done on a large scale to effectively stop the spread of antibiotic-resistant superbugs. But there are some simple steps you can personally take to help you and your family avoid superbug infection.

*If you eat meat, purchase only pasture-raised, antibiotic- and hormone-free varieties. Conventional meat from animals raised in confined feedlots is often loaded with antibiotics, chemicals and other toxins that can exacerbate the superbug problems. By consuming only grass-fed, organic meats, you and your family will avoid repeated exposure to meat-based antibiotics and any superbugs that might be living in it.

*Avoid taking antibiotic drugs, and instead try colloidal silver, garlic, coconut oil and other natural antibiotics. Instead of taking prescribed antibiotics for every minor ailment, which is contributing greatly to the spread of superbugs in society today, try boosting you and your family’s immune systems with bacteria-resistant superfoods. You can also promote healthy bacterial growth that naturally fights off the deadly kind by drinking kombucha tea and eating kefir, yogurt, and other probiotic foods.

*Educate your friends and neighbors about drug-resistant superbugs, and the dangers of antibiotic overuse. Many people are simply unaware of how antibiotic drug abuse is contributing to the rise of deadly superbugs. By sharing this information with your friends and neighbors, and teaching them about how to boost their immune systems naturally with herbs, superfoods, clean water, organic produce, and probiotics, you can help to bring about real change on a societal scale.

Sources for this article include:

http://www.bloomberg.com

http://www.naturalnews.com/032111_fresh_meat_superbugs.html

http://www.naturalnews.com/033457_coriander_oil_superbugs.html

http://www.naturalnews.com

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Sunday, May 13, 2012 by: JB Bardot

(NaturalNews) Companion planting for pest control and to encourage plants to grow with more vigor has fascinated men for centuries; however, few backyard gardeners know how to use these natural methods for organic sustainability and how to improve your garden. Plants that work together to help one another grow; plants that repel insects for organic pest management; and plants that repel other plants for natural herbicide control are of great value to both small backyard gardeners and commercial growers.Certain protective botanicals don’t always act instantaneously, and must be planted several years or seasons in advance to be of utmost cumulative effect. For example, companion planting pest control using marigolds to prevent nematode growth should be done at least one season ahead before expecting to see great results.

It’s important to remember that both secretions and odors from various plants are valuable traits for organic pest control and companion planting where repelling or attracting certain aspects and effects is attempted.

Ten easy companion planting tips for to use now

Companion planting for chemical free pesticides and organic sustainability is a huge subject that can take years to master; however, there are a few easy things you can do in your own garden right now to make use of this intriguing method of gardening.

1. Protect carrots by planting them with leeks to repel both carrot and onion flies. They won’t even lay their eggs and your yield will increase tremendously.

2. Growing radishes or kohlrabi? Plant them with lettuce to repel earth flies that hate the smell of lettuce and make them take flight.

3. Aphids will injure almost all plants, causing headaches for gardeners everywhere. To repel aphids, plant nasturiums around broccoli and bunches of chives among sunflowers and tomatoes to discourage infestations.

4. Ladybugs are natural enemies to aphids and are excellent for use in organic pest management. Order ladybugs in bulk online or buy them from gardening centers. If you’re wondering how to improve your garden and reduce the aphid population, this is one of the most effective methods of doing so.

5. Asparagus and tomatoes complement one another and improve the vigor of both plants. Place a row of asparagus between two rows of tomato plants.

6. Beans and potatoes work in concert for organic pest control. Planting bush beans with potatoes in alternating rows protects the spuds from the Colorado potato beetle and the beans from the Mexican bean beetle.

7. Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables belonging to the cabbage family do well when companion planted with celery, dill, peppermint, sage and rosemary; as well as potatoes, onions and beets.

8. Repel moles around a vegetable garden with a border of castor beans; mice with a border of daffodils; and yarrow makes a wonderful boarder for an herb garden as it encourages the growth of essential oils in the herbs.

9. Remember that companion planting for pest control includes keeping those cute little rabbits out of the garden. Onions repel rabbits and can be inter-planted with peas, beans, lettuce and cabbage.

10. If your garden attracts raccoons, plant corn and pumpkins together so that the large pumpkin leaves grow around the base of the corn stalks. Cayenne pepper sprinkled on the corn silk will also act as a deterrent.

Because some plants are poisonous, it’s important to keep unattended young children away from the garden. Natural organic pest control may be a complex subject; however, there are many simple things you can do in to improve your garden for increased vegetable yield and organic sustainability.

Sources for this article include:

http://www.ghorganics.com/page2.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Companion_planting

http://www.seedsofchange.com

http://www.no-dig-vegetablegarden.com/companion-planting.html

Riotte, Louise. Carrots Love Tomatoes. Charlotte: Garden Way Publishing, 1975

Mayer, Dale. The Complete Guide to Companion Planting: Everything You Need to Know to Make Your Garden Successful (Back-To-Basics Gardening). OcalaL: Atlantic Publishing Group, Inc., 2010

About the author:
JB Bardot is trained in herbal medicine and homeopathy, and has a post graduate degree in holistic nutrition. Bardot cares for both people and animals, using alternative approaches to health care and lifestyle. You can find her on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001364941208&ref=tn_tnmn or on Twitter at jbbardot23

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  Case No. 3,a man who had lung cancer. On March 5th 1971, he 
was put on the operating table where they found
lung cancer so widely spread that it was inoperable.
The surgeon sewed him up and declared his case
hopeless. On April 5th he heard about the Asparagus 
therapy and immediately started taking it By August, 
x-ray pictures revealed that all signs of the cancer had
disappeared..
   He is back at his regular business routine.

  Case No. 4,a woman who was troubled for a number of
years with skin cancer. She finally developed different
skin cancers which were diagnosed by the acting
specialist as advanced. Within 3 months after starting
on asparagus, her skin specialist said that her skin
looked fine and no more skin lesions. This woman
reported that the asparagus therapy also cured her
kidney disease, which started in 1949. She had over 10
operations for kidney stones, and was receiving
government disability payments for an inoperable,
terminal, kidney condition. She attributes the cure of
this kidney trouble entirely to the asparagus.

  I was not surprised at this result, as `The elements of
materia medica’, edited in1854 by a Professor at the
University of Pennsylvania , stated that asparagus was
used as a popular remedy for kidney stones. He even
referred to experiments, in 1739, on the power of
asparagus in dissolving stones. Note the dates!
  We would have other case histories but the medical
establishment has interfered with our obtaining some
of the records. I am therefore appealing to readers to
spread this good news and help us to gather a large
number of case histories that will overwhelm the
medical skeptics about this unbelievably simple and
natural remedy.

  For the treatment, asparagus should be cooked
before using, and therefore canned asparagus is just
as good as fresh. I have corresponded with the two 
leading canners of asparagus, Giant and Stokely, and I
am satisfied that these brands contain no pesticides or 
preservatives.
   Place the cooked asparagus in a blender and liquefy to
make a puree, and store in the refrigerator. Give the
patient 4 full tablespoons twice daily, morning and
evening. Patients usually show some improvement in
2-4 weeks. It can be diluted with water and used as a
cold or hot drink. This suggested dosage is based on
present experience, but certainly larger amounts can do
no harm and may be needed in some cases. As a
biochemist I am convinced of the old saying that `what
cures can prevent.’ Based on this theory, my wife and I
have been using asparagus puree as a beverage with
our meals. We take 2 tablespoons diluted in water to 
suit our taste with breakfast and with dinner. I take 
mine hot and my wife prefers hers cold. For years we
have made it a practice to have blood surveys taken as 
part of our regular checkups. The last blood survey,
taken by a medical doctor who specializes in the
nutritional approach to health, showed substantial
improvements in all categories over the last one, and
we can attribute these improvements to nothing but
the asparagus drink.
   As a biochemist, I have made an extensive study of all
aspects of cancer, and all of the proposed cures. As a
result, I am convinced that asparagus fits in better
with the latest theories about cancer.

   Asparagus contains a good supply of protein called
histones, which are believed to be active in controlling
cell growth.. For that reason, I believe asparagus can
be said to contain a substance that I call cell growth
normalizer. That accounts for its action on cancer and
in acting as a general body tonic. In any event,
regardless of theory, asparagus used as we suggest, is
a harmless substance. The FDA cannot prevent you
from using it and it may do you much good. It has
been reported by the US National Cancer Institute, that
asparagus is the highest tested food containing
glutathione, which is considered one of the body’s
most potent anticarcinogens and antioxidants.

After the UHCMC team conducted a review to assess the benefits and risks of widely used herbal supplements, they compiled this list of herbs that might be best to avoid in the two weeks prior to surgery:* For bleeding effects: gingko biloba, garlic, ginseng, dong quai, feverfew, fish oils [these are all natural blood thinners  - Evonne]

* For drug interactions: echinacea, goldenseal, licorice, St. John’s wort, kava, valerian root

* For cardiovascular effects: ephedra, garlic

* For anesthetic effects: valerian root, St. John’s wort, kava

* For photosensitivity effects: St. John’s wort, dong quai

* For hypoglycemia effects: ginseng

The study discusses the general usefulness as well as the potential surgical drawbacks of each of these herbs except one: fish oils. Obviously, fish oils are not herbs, but the authors don’t explain why they strayed outside the world of botanicals to include this item on their list.

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The C effect
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One of the drawbacks of the focus on herbs in the UHCMC study is that it might leave patients and doctors with the impression that vitamin use is of no concern before surgery.

But that’s definitely not the case.

For example, as Dr. Spreen has previously pointed out, high levels of vitamin C complicate the anesthesia process.

Dr. Spreen: “Very high doses of C over time cause the body to ‘awaken’ dormant enzyme systems that more fully utilize high doses of the nutrient. For those people I tell them to TAPER the C over time, reaching nearly zero just before surgery (not weeks before).

“This is because such high doses are good enough detoxifiers that more anesthetic drugs may be necessary for the anesthesiologist to keep you under. BUT, the absolute INSTANT you tolerate oral intake, you jack the C back up to heroic levels.”

In addition, Dr. Spreen recommends that other supplements — including a good multi, along with vitamins E, A, and B-complex, selenium, NAC, alpha lipoic acid, milk thistle extract, zinc, and essential fatty acids — should be taken generously after surgery.

- Jenny Thompson

NaturalNews) In most cases, the best way to restore your body’s fluids and electrolytes after exercise is simply with water and food, particularly fruit. In cases of severe exertion or illness, however, a quick electrolyte boost may be necessary. For those reluctant to consume sports drinks with all their added colors, flavors, sweeteners and preservatives, nature has provided the perfect rehydrating drink: coconut water.Coconut water is found inside the cavity of a young, unripe coconut (in contrast with coconut milk, found inside the mature fruit). The balance of electrolytes in coconut water is nearly the same as that in the human blood — so close, in fact, that coconut water is the only natural non-blood substance that can be safely injected into the human bloodstream. Ancient peoples knew this, and sometimes used it as an emergency intravenous fluid.

Most of the time there’s no need to go to such lengths: just drink it, and you’ll be rewarded with 15 times as much potassium as a typical sports drink, along with potent antioxidants. And unlike sugary sports drinks or coconut milk, coconut water is low in calories and fat free.

Learn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/035158_sports_drinks_coconut_water_electrolytes.html#ixzz1rWLVLAZn

The reason for these emergency room visits is primarily uncontrolled bleeding caused by blood that is so thin that it won’t clot. The older you are, the greater the risk that blood thinners will kill you instead of help you. If you have an accident that causes trauma such as a bleeding wound, broken bone or bruising, your risk of dying is much higher if you’re taking blood thinners.

The list of dangerous and even deadly side effects and drug interactions for blood thinners is pages long. Their therapeutic window is very small, meaning that even a little bit too small a dose is ineffective, and even a little bit too large a dose can be deadly. Since there are dozens of other medications, foods, beverages, herbs, vitamins and minerals that can affect levels of blood thinners, taking them is pretty much a gamble. Blood thinners do reduce the risk of strokes caused by blood clots, but simultaneously increase the risk of strokes caused by bleeding, as well as the risk of uncontrolled bleeding in stomach ulcers.

Coumadin thins the blood by blocking the action of vitamin K, which is essential for healthy bones, so long term use is almost a guarantee of osteoporosis, especially for women.

What Causes Blood Clots?
Surgery (this is why they get you out of bed and moving ASAP)
Sitting for too long
Prolonged bed rest
Heart damage that causes blood to pool in the chambers
Heart attack
Atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) that causes blood to pool in the chambers
Obesity
Lack of exercise
Excess estrogen or estrogen dominance
Estrogen replacement (ERT)
Birth control pills
Tamoxifen
Anemia drugs such as Procrit
Excess sugar and refined carbohydrates in the diet
Dehydration

What Helps Prevent Blood Clots?
Hydration (drink plenty of water)
Exercise
Omega-3 fatty acids (e.g. fish oil)
Exercise
Garlic
Exercise
Onions
Exercise
Celery seed
Exercise
Gingko
Exercise
Turmeric
Exercise
Selenium

More Information and References

Budnitz DS, Lovegrove MC, Shehab N et al, “Emergency Hospitalizations for Adverse Drug Events in Older Americans,” N Engl J Med Nov 24 2011; 365:2002-2012.

Johnsen SP, Sorensen HT, Mellemkjoer L, “Hospitalisation for Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding Associated with Use of Oral Anticoagulants,” Thrombosis and Haemostasis: 2001: 86/2 (Aug).

Hirsh J, Dalen JE,Anderson DRet al, “Oral Anticoagulants: Mechanism of Action, Clinical Effectiveness, andOptimalTherapeuticRange,” Chest Journal, January 2001 vol. 119.

(NaturalNews) Most people hate going to the dentist. Even the for the most minor reason, dental appointments can cause a grown man, or woman, to quake with fear. Regular dental hygiene at home is a big step toward preventing dental problems; and, basic home care can be enhanced with a variety of herbal and homeopathic treatments to relieve pain and resolve minor gum and tooth problems.

Liquid Calendula

Calendula is the herbal extract from marigolds and has been used medicinally for centuries to relieve a wide range of conditions. A calendula mouthwash makes a soothing treatment for any number of gum and mouth disorders. It heals the soft tissue, relieving bleeding gums, mouth ulcers, herpes lesions, dry sockets after extractions, and more.

Clove Oil

Clove oil is an old folk remedy for relieving a toothache or dry socket after tooth extraction. It possesses analgesic and antiseptic properties and is highly effective for numbing the area, relieving the pain.

L-Lysine

L-lysine helps the body metabolize vitamin C. A deficiency of the amino acid L-lysine may lead to bleeding gums, anemia and scurvy, a disease characterized by collagen breakdown in the gums. L-lysine is not manufactured by the body and must be gotten from foods or supplements. Foods containing the highest sources of L-lysine are all citrus fruits, broccoli, red peppers, melons, tomatoes and strawberries. Because L-lysine is rich in anti-viral properties, supplements may prevent breakouts and relieve symptoms of herpes.

Vitamin C Powder

Applying vitamin C powder directly to gums will not only relieve pain and bleeding, but may also help tighten the gums, protecting teeth and slowing the progression of periodontal disease. In some instances, regular application of vitamin C powder has saved loose teeth from falling out.

Arnica

Homeopathic arnica is helpful for relieving swelling and bruising in the mouth and around the gums after surgery, after extractions and even after orthodontist adjustments. Several doses of arnica after a tooth extraction can promote faster healing and relieve pain almost immediately. Do not take arnica before any dental surgery because it may encourage bleeding.

Belladonna

Homeopathic Belladonna can quickly relieve a toothache where there is deep throbbing pain. The person may have swollen red gums around the site of the painful tooth. The toothache may have started suddenly and may be relieved by the application of warm compresses.

Ruta Graveolens

Homeopathic Ruta graveolens, or Ruta, may provide pain relief during a toothache or after an extraction when the pain is experienced in the bone around the base of the tooth and in the jaw. Generally, the quality of the pain feels bruised.

Staphysagria

Homeopathic Staphysagria is a well known remedy for toothaches; and in some instances, it may completely relieve tooth or gum pain, avoiding a trip to the dentist. The pain may be very intense and sharp and may extend to the face and head, causing extreme sensitivity. It is generally felt on the left side; however, this remedy can be taken to relieve almost all types of toothaches.

These remedies are generally thought to be safe for both adults and children; however, it’s always best to speak with a health practitioner familiar with their use before taking unfamiliar supplements and herbs.

(NaturalNews) Modern industrial agriculture is a disastrous failure, as it defies practically every natural law related to food cultivation, ecological and environmental protection and stewardship, and human nutrition. But there is a new agricultural revolution sweeping the land that is changing the way humans eat and grow food, and its methods are derived from the concepts found in permaculture.Permaculture is basically an all-encompassing term used to identify the strategic and creative ways through which human structures and agricultural systems are unified into harmonious, sustainable entities. As opposed to factory farming systems, which rely heavily on chemical and fertilizer inputs and destroy the environment and human health in the process, permaculture farming systems take advantage of the many unique ways that natural systems work together to complement one another and sustain life.

With food costs on the rise and the economy increasingly on the brink of collapse, more and more people are turning to the self-sustaining methods of food production found in permaculture that will persist in the event of a regional or national crisis. So NaturalNews has put together a list of ways you can begin growing your own fruits and vegetables at home in ways that draw from permaculture growing concepts.

The Mandala Garden

If you have a fairly sizable growing area, you may want to consider creating a mandala garden. This unique setup utilizes moveable chicken “tractors” that can be rotated around for the purpose of naturally fertilizing and tilling soil, and creating an environment in which fruits and vegetables grow easily with minimal labor.

You can learn more about the mandala garden concept by visiting:
http://www.small-farm-permaculture-and-sustainable-living.com

Vertical, indoor farming

A surprising number of herbs, greens, nuts, and even grains can be grown indoors with a little creative thinking and conscious placement of growing containers around windows that get lots of natural sunlight. And even if sunlight is limited, special growing lights can also be used to grow food indoors in otherwise dark areas. When stacked and tiered around these light sources, vertical, indoor farms can thrive.

Check out this VertiCrop design for an idea of how this might work for you on a smaller scale at home: http://www.verticrop.com/about.html

You can also learn more about indoor farming at:
http://www.veganorganic.net

Hydroponics

If land and suitable soil area is in limited supply, hydroponics is another self-sustaining growing option that relies on water and nutrients to grow food. Hydroponic systems work well in urban settings where physical space, and even natural sunlight, is in short supply. Hydroponic systems can be stacked in small spaces, which allows for maximized growing capacity in a small amount of space.

You can learn more about hydroponics by visiting:
http://www.aces.uiuc.edu/vista/html_pubs/hydro/hydroponic.html

Aquaponics

Just like hydroponics, aquaponics is a method of growing food at home using water. But instead of just fruits and vegetables, aquaponics systems incorporate fish and other sea creatures into the mix as well. A hybrid of the two systems, aquaponics provides some city dwellers with adequate space the ability to produce their own fish for meat, and even sell it to generate revenue.

You can learn more about aquaponics by visiting:
http://www.backyardaquaponics.com/
http://www.urbanaquaponics.com/

Sources for this article include:

http://permacultureideas.blogspot.com/

http://www.veganorganic.net

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