Debi Pearl

7 MORE DAYS TO WATCH FOOD INC. FREE

Please take the time out of your busy schedule to watch Food, Inc. This movie is being offered for free viewing now through April 29th. That's 7 days from this posting. If you've ever wondered where your food is coming from and why this blogger encourages you to learn how to make your own meals from basic ingredients, this documentary will offer you a LOT of those answers.

Here is an interview by Bonnie Hunt with Robert Kenner, director of "Food, Inc.,"
He explains some of his reasons for making the movie. This is the 3rd part of a 3 part interview:

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I am including the following link to the movie, but this stream will only be good for 7 more days.

Click on this link: FOOD, INC (streaming through April 29, 2010)

MICROWAVE OVENS: A HEALTH RISK?

 

Years before microwave ovens were retailed in this country, the US War Department came into possession of German research on microwave ovens. This was research seized at the end of World War II. The Nazis had developed the earliest forms of microwave ovens as a means preparing meals quickly for troops invading Russia. The German research documents were transferred to the US War Department for further study.

 

The Russians acquired some of the German ovens and began their own testing on the biological effects of their use. The Soviets outlawed the use of microwave ovens and issued an international warning on the biological health hazards as well as the environmental health hazards associated with the use of microwave ovens. Eastern European scientists concurred with the Russian findings and urged strict environmental limits.

 

The Russians also tested thousands of workers exposed to microwaves during radar development in the 1950s. They concluded that simple exposure to the energy field was sufficient to cause side effects. These results caused the Russians to limit exposure to 10 microwatts for industry workers and 1 microwatt for civilians.

 

People exposed to microwave radiation experienced microwave sickness characterized by chronic stress, high blood pressure, headaches, memory loss, dizziness, eye pain, sleeplessness, irritability, anxiety, stomach pain, nervous tension, inability to concentrate, hair loss, plus an increase incidence of appendicitis, cataracts, reproductive problems, cancer, adrenal exhaustion, ischemic heart disease. These symptoms are suggestive of inflammatory difficulties.

 

 

When first introduced in the US, many cooks shunned microwave ovens. It was thought that exciting molecules within foods was an unnatural tampering that would render foods unsafe. Many other countries shared the concerns of the Russian researchers and outlawed the use of microwave ovens. The US government, however, assured citizens that microwave ovens were safe to use in food preparation and heating.

 

With the arrival of Perestroika in 1987, Russia rescinded their restrictions on the use of microwave ovens.

 

 

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Dr. Hertel concluded that there were definite health risks associated with consumption of foods cooked in a microwave oven compared to conventionally prepared foods. He went on to say that consuming micro-waved foods had cancerous effects on the blood. His findings were published in 1991 along with an article about him in the Journal Franz Weber.

 

Manufacturers of microwave ovens effectively used trade laws and the Swiss court to silence Dr. Hertel and threaten him with personal ruin if he revealed his findings. In March 1993, Dr. Hertel was convicted for "interfering with commerce" and prohibited from further publishing his results. This decision was reversed in a judgment delivered in Strasbourg, Austria, on August 25, 1998. Switzerland was ordered to pay Dr. Hertel compensation.

 

Retailers, manufacturers and the government continue to assert that these appliances are harmless to humans. However, this is in contrast to the published studies that offer evidence to the contrary. Not only must we consider how our foods are grown and harvested, but how they are prepared.

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ASPARTAME HEALTH EFFECTS

The Food & Drug Administration has approved Aspartame as a chemical additive in foods consumed by humans. Before you decide to add it to your diet, there are some things you should know.

Aspartame will break down into a chemical known as Diketopiperazine when stored for long periods of time. This reaction can also occur after Aspartame has been ingested. Diketopiperazine is believed to be causative in the incidence of brain tumors and cancer in humans and animals.

In the body, three primary components emerge as Aspartame is broken down.

PHENYLALANINE
Because the body does not recognize Phenylalanine as a natural food substance, it is difficult for the human digestive system to metabolize and remove this substance. In large doses, this chemical can build up in the brain and cause damage that results in difficulties such as depression, schizophrenia and seizures.

ASPARTIC ACID


METHANOL
Methanol, A Naturally Occurring Substance
Methanol occurs naturally in fruit. Yet, fruit was also created with pectin that binds itself to Methanol. Because the human body was not created with the enzyme necessary to break Methanol off from pectin, Methanol in this form is passed harmlessly out of the body.

Methanol, Part of Aspartame
Ten percent of Aspartame is unbound Methanol. When Methanol is not bound, it is considered a toxic substance. The process by which the human body tries to metabolize Methanol results in the production of formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is stored indefinitely in the human body, making it a cumulative toxic substance.

If Aspartame is exposed to temperatures above 86 degrees Fahrenheit, Methanol is released. This reaction can also be caused when Aspartame is used in hot foods and cooking. Many believe that symptoms of Desert Storm Syndrome can be traced back to formaldehyde poisoning resulting from heavy consumption of sodas containing Aspartame which were stored in hot temperatures. A loss of coordination, nausea, confusion, dizziness, headache, blindness, depression of the central nervous system and in large doses, loss of consciousness and death can result from Methanol poisoning.




* Stop consuming sugar-free products and products that contain Aspartame.
* Begin to use natural sweeteners moderately like honey and stevia leaf.
* Record changes in your health in a journal and understand this is the way your body communicates important information.
* Detoxify.
* Work up a sweat every day in order to help your body flush toxins.
* Eat nutrient dense foods
* Sleep in total darkness.
* Drink lots of CLEAN water.

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This article is no substitute for medical advice and is only intended for information. The reader bears the responsibility to carefully consider and weigh the risks of decisions that are related to health.

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PARENTS PREPARING FOR UNEXPECTED CIRCUMSTANCES

PLAN NOT TO PANIC
see RULE OF 3'S TO SURVIVE)

ROUTINES ARE IMPORTANT
Look for ways to create a routine for children in the upheaval of the unexpected. This will give them a sense of stability and show that you are still able to function as parent and protector.

ENTERTAINMENT


PREPARE FOR GOOD HEALTH
While you have access to treatments, make sure you are maintaining your health and dental care. By taking preventive measures now, you can meet the unexpected without neglected physical ailments. If you require certain medicines, be sure that you have a supply in stock. Observe closely the eating, sleeping and toilet patterns of your loved ones in order to catch and treat illness early and decisively. Train yourself to take note of the impact of circumstances on those around you. It is easy to become consumed with your own difficulties and overlook warning signals that others may need help.

EAT REAL FOODS


BABIES AND INFANTS

Infants need help regulating body temperature and should be protected from extremes of heat and cold. In summer, protect babies from direct sun. An umbrella is a good tool for this. In the winter, dressing little ones in layers protects them from the cold. Long-sleeved thermal underwear can be worn beneath zippered fleece sleepers for nighttime warmth. Sharing a bed with 2 or 3 others helps everyone stay warm at night. During the day, wool socks and a hat help little ones keep warm along with a zippered fleece jacket.

HYGIENE
luxury of a daily bath. Find the warmest spot in your living quarters and teach your children that they should wash their faces, hands, feet and privates every day. Before meals, have them wash their hands. This is important for healthy hygiene in rustic conditions. Explain to older children the importance of a well positioned latrine and show them how to dispose of waste well away from living areas.

SKILLS
Children become more confident as they gain life skills. Give your children the gift of learning how to do such things as shop wisely, stock a pantry, pitch a tent, build a camp fire, cook, sew, garden, repair small engines, perform first aid, CPR, and swim. Knowing self defense, what to do in a fire drill and practicing other scenarios builds confidence. A prepared child is also less likely to panic.

Making preparedness a part of your life will help your children avoid panic when moments are crucial. Rather than face the unknown with desperation, you will have a plan and your little ones will know what to expect. These measures help families face uncertainty with strength.

Rather than pay retail, I started making my own baby wipes. Even after my kids were all out of diapers, I found it useful to keep these wipes on hand. Whether you are going on a picnic, camping or traveling, these are most helpful to have on hand.

 

cleaning the container with a vinegar rinse and using distilled or filtered water makes it unnecessary to add preservatives.

 

This is a bare bones recipe. Many other wipes utilize fragrances, oils, preservatives and lotions. Without using those ingredients, I am still able to have mold-free wipes.

 

 

You will need to purchase a roll of Bounty Big Roll, the select-a-size variety. Other brands fall apart when used for wipes. Halve the roll of paper towels into two equal rolls. A long knife with a serrated edge works best for this. Two large buckets of wipes can be made from a single roll of paper towels.

 

Add a couple tablespoons hypoallergenic bath soap to a couple of cups distilled or filtered water. Once blended, pour the liquids into the bucket.

 

 

my babies stayed clean and dry

 

THAT BUCKET !

Place several wipes into a smaller, re-sealable waterproof container. You could use a lidded container or a zippered plastic bag. Use a vinegar and water solution to clean and dry the container between uses.

 

HOMEMADE LIQUID SOAP

 

GENTLE ALTERNATIVES TO BABY OILS

 

 

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This article is written to inform and designed for the benefit of the reader. Use good judgment and discretion when utilizing these methods. Readers bear the responsibility to be informed and reach their own conclusions.<br/>

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