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Detox Series – Part 2 ~ Last month I gave some examples about how our modern world has become quite toxic for the health of humans. Each newsletter will reveal a little bit more about our toxic world and what you can do to avoid them and detoxify your home and body. This month, let's take a look at your household cleaners. I remember TV commercials in the 1970's, when I was a kid, with the tag line, “Better living through chemistry” in reference to all the wonderful new household products being produced by the big chemical companies. These included floor cleaners, bathroom cleaners with “scrubbing bubbles”, laundry detergents and fabric softener dryer sheets. There are also air fresheners and furniture polishes among other various chemicals you can squirt, spray and wipe. Having worked in a research lab as a molecular biologist, I have some experience and training with organic solvents, cleaners and chemicals. I know why those things clean the soap scum without scrubbing and why they smell the way they do. To me, it's a sign that it's a body chemical disrupter and possible carcinogen. In any case, it's not good to smell all those fumes. Even if you don't smell a chemical, it still gets into your nose and throat, which means into your body. What does it do in there? If the body is not capable of fully detoxifying the cells or the body is overwhelmed with a particular chemical or many unnatural chemicals, they will hang around within and outside the cells and disrupt chemical signaling. Since chemical signaling is the way hormones, the immune system, the nervous system work and how cells communicate with each other, then anything in the body can be disrupted, leading to disease. What's one to do about this? Get rid of the chemical cleaners, detergents, dryer sheets and air fresheners in your home. If it's too much to do it all at once, go through the house and do it slowly, one room each week. Replace them all with natural alternatives. You can make your own or buy products with natural ingredients at almost any supermarket. I use 40% or 50% vinegar for almost everything. For a 40% solution, add 4 parts vinegar to 6 parts water (total of 10 parts). For 50% solution, add half water, half vinegar to a spray bottle. Use for washing windows, mirrors or other glass, metal fixtures. I use this for the kitchen and bathroom, too. The vinegar smell disappears when it dries. Another great recipe I just found is for cleaning soap scum off the bath and shower, like soft-scrub, but non-toxic.

You need: a container, like a used 32-oz yogurt tub ¼ cup of Dr. Bronner's castile soap* 1/8 cup of water Baking soda – mix in a little at a time until it forms a paste the consistency of cake frosting. If you add too much, you can dilute to the proper consistency with water. Scoop some of the goop on a sponge to use. Happy cleaning! And look for more on detoxifying in my next newsletter. *I had wondered for years what Dr. Bronner's castile soap was made of; what was castile soap? It is an olive oil-based soap made in the Castile (of Spain) fashion. It comes unscented or with peppermint, almond or lavender scents.

Is it really worth it to take supplements? My answer to this question would be YES! Even if one eats organically grown food, chances are the soil where it was grown is somewhat (if not more) depleted of minerals, as most of the earth is. My nutrition teacher told me an amazing story that I will share with you. She lives very close to Mt. St. Helen's. When the volcano erupted in the early 80's, the ash was distributed far and wide, including in her back yard. She said the vegetables that grew in her garden that year were huge; one potato could feed a family of 5! For three years her garden was as productive. She attributes this to the mineral-rich ash that was deposited in her garden from the volcano. Most of us are depleted in vitamins and minerals, even though we may eat quite healthy. So, yes, I believe supplementing with additional vitamins and minerals is a really good idea.

Vitamin C is one such helpful supplement. Besides all the research done by Linus Pauling and others which has found Vitamin C to be a helpful anti-oxidant, my experience shows me how valuable it is. When I feel like I am getting sick, I take up to 10 grams (I muscle test for the right amount) and can feel better right away. Especially during the cold months, stock up on your C. Natural coconut juice (no sugar added) is a great electrolyte balancer after a workout or any time. Containing potassium, magnesium and sodium, it is similar in composition to blood plasma and was given to soldiers in WWII intravenously when blood plasma was low (who knew!). Another two products I recommend for mineral balancing: Concentrace brand concentrated trace mineral drops from Trace Minerals Research and a homeopathic product from Hyland's called Bioplasma. The latter is a combination of 12 mineral cell salts vital to cellular health and function, helping the cells to communicate better. I found both of these in my local health food store, but I am sure they can be ordered on line if you cannot get them locally.

January Stress Relief

I offer a free monthly stress reduction healing session with NMT. This month, it will be on Wednesday, January 18 at 5pm Pacific Time. This is a perfect way to treat yourself, your family and friends to the gift of relaxing and de-stressing. Perhaps you or someone you know is stressed about something: job, family, relationship, homework or term paper, upcoming event, bills/finances. This is for you! Please join me for an hour group treatment each month to relax and regain your peace of mind; let go of stress and let go of stuck emotions. Invite your friends! The more people on the call, the more group energy and healing everyone will receive. To register, please send me your name and email address via my contact page. 

Featured Practitioner – Ker Cleary

I have had channeling sessions with and recommended clients to see Ker. She and her guides have an extraordinary ability to delve into and provide insight about what troubles you. My clients who have had sessions with her report gaining clarity and peace of mind. They come away from the session with a clear direction to take in helping with their issues. I have used this information to further their healing with the NMT process. Ker is a psychotherapist and conscious channel working out of Eugene, Oregon, USA. She also works with Bach flower remedies and can combine them with the channeled work you do together. In channeling, Ker's guides (and your guides, too) come through her to help clarify for you what is needed on your healing path. Sometimes this is information about where to focus the work you are doing with Luminara; sometimes the guides give an energy boost or help lift an obstruction so your work can continue unimpeded.

The Bach flowers can help dissolve obstacles as well, and peel back the layers of difficulty until a new balanced place is reached, on the feeling, spirit and physical planes. Together with Luminara's many skills, a session or two with Ker and her guides can help sort you out and put you squarely on your path to vibrant health! Ker can be reached by phone at 541-349-0595 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Website or "Like" her on Facebook

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