Oil Pulling for HEALTH

What is Oil Pulling (OP)?

Oil Pulling is a safe, simple, cheap and gentle ‘do it yourself home remedy’ that cures and prevents diseases and extends your healthy life.

It involves rinsing the mouth with 1 tablespoon (10ml) of oil for 15 to 20 minutes and spitting it out. You can use either sunflower oil or sesame oil, both of which are usually used for cooking and readily available in the home.

This simple therapy is completely harmless as you do not take any medicines - even the oil you use is spit out after OP. By helping the body get rid of toxins that have accumulated, Oil Pulling promotes self healing from within.

Oil Pulling has been mentioned in the ancient texts of Ayurveda. A similar process was also published at a conference of the “All Ukrainische Union, “of the oncologists (Specialists for tumor diseases) and bacteriologists, by Dr.med. Karach. Over the years, this simple therapy helped cure diseases of thousands of people around the world.

I am going to start tomorrow with sunflower seed oil.  I have severe stomach problems and allergies year around.  So lets see what happens.  I also read that you should add 1 drop of WILD oregano oil to the oil for one week about every thress months.  You should also switch to a different oil every two months.  Make sure you do not swallow or actaully gargle the oil BUT make sure it get to your back teeth and in between your teeth.

Butterbur Herb

MAYBE a potential herb for a decline in allergy symptoms, headaches and migraines

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Butterbur photo courtesy of Wikipedia

Butterbur - The Plant

Butterbur (Petasites vulgaris) is an herb that is found in Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. The leaves are large and spiky and can grow to as large as two feet wide. Butterbur is also known as Sweet Coltsfoot, Butterfly Dock and Umbrella leaves. Butterbur is common in England and can be found growing in marshy areas. It is thought that Butterbur got it's name because the large leaves were used to wrap butter to keep it cool.

Butterbur to Prevent Allergies

Historically, Butterbur was used for cough, asthma, and other respiratory problems. A study published in the January 2002 issue of the British Medical Journal showed the Butterbur extract was as effective as the antihistamine Zyrtec (cetrizine) in relieving allergy symptoms. The herb was also less likely to cause drowsiness.

Butterbur to Prevent Migraines

In clinical studies Butterbur has been shown to decrease the incidence of migraine headaches by up to 50% versus those taking a placebo. It is thought that the active ingredients in Butterbur, petasin and isopetasin, reduces inflammation in the blood vessels, thus preventing migraine headaches.
To achieve the best results, the study participants took 75mg of Butterbur extract twice a day.Those taking lower doses of Butterbur extract (50mg twice a day) also had a significant decrease in the number of migraines compared to those taking a placebo.

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White Butterbur Image courtesy Wikipedia

Side Effects of Butterbur

It is important to note that although Butterbur is a natural herb, it is not without side effects. Butterbur in its natural state contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids. Pyrrolizidine alkaloids are toxic to the liver and can cause cancer.
Butterbur should only be taken as a standardized supplement (such as Petadolex) that is labeled PA-free.
Butterbur is also a member of the ragweed family and can actually worsen allergies in people with ragweed allergies. Don't take Butterbur if you are allergic to ragweed or daisies.
Minor side effects can include stomach problems, headache, and fatigue.

Fodder Wheat Grass & Sprouts

 I let the Wheat Grass grow to about 6-8" for my Goats and pony

 No soil needed in growing Wheat Grass

 This is how it looks right after you take the newspaper off and allow it to get some light.

 I also grow them in clam shells for me and for the pony as a one serving size

 You can see the tails starting to form.  I keep them in the dark until you see the yellow grass growing.  Notice I also put sunflower seeds and whole oats in the mix

Right before the tails start to form

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Christmas in the Candle/Soap workshop & store

Our Candle/Soap workshop.  My Mother has it decorated so cute for Christmas.  My Mothers
candle shop is called Candle Hideaway.  You can find her candles for sale on www.amish-craft-furniture.com  Some of my goat milk soaps are also listed on the site.

Sorry about the messy look BUT I just wanted to wish everyone a personal MERRY CHRISTMAS and a PROSPEROUS & HEALTHY NEW YEAR!!!!!

Dinovite for Giant Dogs - Dinovite Products

Dinovite for Giant Dogs - Dinovite Products

I am thinking about trying this product.  Does anyone have any input?  I would also like to try
their natural flea control for dogs