My sister ordered supplies through you as I was going through chemotherapy. Aromatherapy sprays and lotions Thanyou. They were wonderful and helped me get through a difficult time.

D. H.

And let's affirm and wish her a very long and healthy life!

Researchers recently proved that bees exposed to neonicotinoids pollinate 36% less seeds. (Nature,2015) This indicates poor fruit quality and possibly less fruit. Insect pollination produces 30% of our foods, especially fruits, nuts and oils. These foods are required for a balanced diet.

Please join the consumer organizations lobbying and legally fighting for consumer quality.

Chemical and Engineering News, November 23, 2015

Micro plastic particles have been found in 15 brands of common table salt. Sea salt has over 1200 particles of plastic per pound, the highest quantity measured.

Sea salt is extracted from evaporation of ocean water. The process leaves the plastic particles in the salt as the ocean water evaporates. The source of plastic includes water bottles, cellophane, exfoliate micro-beads and several other plastics. (Environ. Sci. Technol., 2015.) Dumping is the main source of plastics, although  Mother Nature has developed enzymes to break down these particles.

There is a possibility of some plastic contamination during packaging, especially since China has the most adulterated salt.

Chemical & Engineering News, Nov. 2, 2015 

 Recent research claims antioxidants cause cancer to grow. First, understand that cancer creates a blood supply to be able to survive and grow. Naturally, cancer cells are fed by any nutrients received by the body. Melanoma, especially utilizes anti oxidants. It is a fast growing cancer that quickly metabolizes nutrition to metastasize.  However, in over 30 years of working daily with cancer patients nutritionally, I have seen a great increase in patient/client recovery using  specific antioxidants. These are not vitamins and minerals. They are special nutrients, such as aromatic tumerones that protect and nurture non cancerous cells. Aromatic Tumerones have been extensively researched and proven to help prevent certain cancers and nurture noncancerous cells. There are many varieties of cancer, each with it's own requirements. Aromatic tumerones have the most wide spread effect in fighting cancer, as well as many other conditions of aging.

For more information: Judy Griffin PhD.

www.aromahealthtexas.com

1800 496 2125 

The EPA proposes a new rule banning "hazardous" pharmaceuticals from being flushed down toilets and sinks at hospitals, clinics, vet clinics, pharmacies and nursing homes. Certain chemo drugs,mitomycin, Coumadin and ignitable drugs prepared with alcohol and corrosive drugs are targets for the ban.

The ban will reduce 6400 tons of very toxic pharmaceutical drugs from polluting waterways annually.

WOW!

Source: Chemical and Engineering News, September, 7 2015.

Using excess water when cooking rice removes up to 60% of arsenic. Use 12 cups of water for every 1 cup of rice. Simmer until rice is cooked. Then strain out the excess water to decrease the arsenic content and store.

Another way to decrease up to 85% of arsenic from rice is using a coffee percolator. As the cooking water continuously drips over the rice, it maximizes arsenic removal. Researchers at Queen's University Institute (Belfast) for Global Food Security have applied for a patent for a percolating rice cooker.

The U.S. ans European Union have no legal restrictions for amounts of inorganic arsenic in food. The World Health Organization recommends .2mg/km rice daily. An average serving (45g) contains between .002 to .16mg of arsenic per Kilogram of rice. Unpolished brown rice has higher levels of arsenic than WHO recommends.

Inorganic arsenic is more than twice the organic arsenic. It exists in the soil, groundwater, and drinking water. Children especially, are at risk of cancers, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes. Chronic exposure for adults and children may also cause skin, bladder, and lung cancer, respiratory disease, and fetal immune disruption.

Sources: Chemical & Engineering News, Aug. 24, 2015.

  Metformin, a drug for diabetes, is currently in every sample of drinking water worldwide. The concentration of Metformin in these samples are up to 50% above environmental safety standards. Metformin is the most widely prescribed drug in the world. It suppresses glucose production in the liver. Since we do not metabolize Metformin, it leaves the body unaltered, entering world wide water sources and oceans within 24 hours.

  To date, the Environmental Protection Agency does not regulate pharmaceuticals in our drinking water or environment. In Lake Michigan, alone, 32 pharmaceuticals and personal products were present in the water. Fourteen of these measured high to medium concentrations of risk to the environment. Metformin is present 3 kilometers from the shores. The sediment around Lake Michigan contains 30 of the 32 pharmaceuticals and personal care products found in the lake.

  Metformin and many other pharmaceuticals leave water treatment plants unchanged. They do not degrade over time. These drugs pollute all of our waterways, seawater, and drinking water. They are not easy to detect and are projected to increase 5% annually for at least 5 years.

  Some drugs degrade into more toxic compounds. Effexor degrades into a different anti-depressant, Pristiq.

  Currently, the E.P.A. lists 8 hormones and 1 antibiotic drugs as possibly making water unsafe in our environment. Metformin was not believed to be an endocrine disruptor. However, Rebecca Klaper, University of Wisconsin and Milwaukee, found male minnows exposed to Metformin develop female gonads, weigh less, and produce fewer offspring. Metformin is now considered by researchers to be 1 of the drugs that cause major ecological consequences that we cannot change.

            Source: The Scientist, Megan Scudellari, Drugging the Environment, August 2015.

                                     Judy Griffin PhD.                                                                                             

Centrifuge separated coconut oil, made from fresh, virgin coconut milk , is a highly nutritious food and topical skincare product. However, it is a saturated fat with high caloric value. Overweight people and those who modify their fat consumption for a variety of reasons, should use it in moderation. Low to moderate consumption of 1-2 tablespoons daily is acceptable for most folks and can help burn an extra 5% of calories ingested. More is not necessarily better. Alzheimer's and epileptic sufferers can benefit from larger doses, but may need to adjust their diet to with more bulk to avoid constipation. Those with an allergy to tree nuts are cautioned to use coconut products sparingly.

As a light moisturizer and skin softener, coconut oil can be enjoyed by those who are not acne prone, or do not have very dry skin. Coconut oil can clog pores and doesn't help those with very dry skin. Marula oil is better for these symptoms as a topical product. I import organic Marula oil from the first year's harvest for special moisturizing effects. I also hand prepare a Rose Oil Masque that benefits all types of skin. Rose Gardenia moisture cream is a light day/night blend of vitamins and amino acids that regenerate healthy skin.

Coconut oil can also benefit the hair. Once a week moisturizing or less often can soften dry hair without clogging the scalp or hair follicles. Rinse thoroughly after allowing the coconut oil to penetrate and soften the hair.

Moderation in using super foods allows the body a way to use it's individual self healing resources and harmonize the benefit of all nutrition and natural skincare.

For more information visit www.aromahealthtexas.com or call me at 1800 4962125.

Great question!  No, essences and essential oils have different properties when grown and produced in different climates and terrains.Essences and Essential oils may have different qualities when grown in different terrains and climates. The amount of sunshine, rain, humidity and altitude may activate different chemicals in plants. Some may be stronger than others. The soil composition and Ph also affect the chemical and subtle properties in plants. The availability of sunshine, rain and nitrogen from lightening strikes catalyzes  the potency of plants.

When and how plants are harvested and cared for also make a difference in potency and quality. The time of day for harvesting makes a difference. For example, roses are harvested before noon, most often in the spring. Neroli is harvested before the buds are open. Rosemary, sage, thyme and helichyssum are most potent harvested in the heat of summer afternoons. Most plants become more potent with heat and pruning or cutting, but too much heat and low rainfall require more compassionate care. In north Texas, I do not harvest in August because it is too hot and dry. I also don't harvest right after a rain to avoid the spread of fungal and viral disease. I also leave some blooms for bees and beneficial insects to thrive. Hand picking  blooms and plants do no damage. I distill with glass to produce the highest quality products.

We can enjoy quality essences and essential oils in tune with the environment. Many plants producing essential oils and essences are endangered from over production. Awareness of the environment is vital for the continuation and availability of healing plants. We must also benefit the plants we encounter. We all heal together, encouraging different properties and information from the plants we encounter.

A recent study released in Nature research publication   found emulsifiers added to processed foods can inflame intestinal mucous membranes. The emulsifier studied included polysorbate 80, carboxymethylcellulose. Initial results indicate these and possibly other emulsifiers in packaged food can increase inflammatory bowel, metabolic syndrome, obesity and more inflammatory disease.

Regulatory agencies recognize most food additives as generally safe, only testing for cancer or immediate toxic symptoms and toxicity. There is very little information available to the public about food additives. Research was led by Andrew Gewirtz at Georgia State University.