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As gale force winds whipped through the area this week following a freeze that killed any chance of our fruit trees bearing fruit this year. I marvel at the changes that are going on and the best I can say is; the wind cleaned out the trash in some areas and moved into others... Throughout the world change, like nothing before, reminds me that we do not control our environment as much as we should. Changes in our habits must change in order to try and get our environment under control again or who knows what's next? Enjoy your weekend as much as possible and don't forget to take your day of rest, your body will thank you...

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Why Are People Choosing Ill Health?
(c) Lena Sanchez

Why indeed? Great PR for one. Over the last fifty years TV & Radio has built that PR, paid for of course, by the pharmaceutical industry who, silently and without fanfare, took over the medical world about twenty-five to thirty years ago, while I watched and tried to warn people. Nobody wanted to listen then and isn't listening now! Then, in conjunction, they built up the PR about all those terrible illnesses that are going to happen to you so you needed a health insurance policy to pay for all that illness. "Those illnesses," caused by their chemical medications were just beginning, and continue to grow. As the PR grew then people ran to the doctors in droves, because it was free! Once they hooked you on that propaganda you had been had!

Up until that time most of the diseases we see today were unheard of! Yes people died then and will continue to die, but not from mega bacteria brought about by today's chemical medications! Not from heart disease and cancer caused by the same chemical medications.

Doctors were for emergencies and insurance was all but nonexistent! Doctors were chemists of sorts and mixed their own Medications with natural easily digestible wild herbs.

The pharmaceutical companies in conjunction with the insurance industry has built up such PR that people have bought into it hook-line-and-sinker.

The subtle message is, "Don't treat your cold, see your doctor!" another PR nightmare, "Don't take supplements as they are not beneficial to your health." "Ask your doctor about ------ Medication if you have heartburn, PMDD, heart irregularity, Erectile Dysfunction, bowel irregularity, mood swing, etc.!" Get the idea? You're being brain washed! All you ever hear on the news or news-magazines are things hand fed the news media by the pharmaceutical industry, either on the eve of the release of a new product or to try and kill a supplement that they are unable to make money from. Don't believe me? Watch, listen and learn!

Wake up, start looking and listening to the real story!

First, heart irregularity is usually a wake up call that your system is low on potassium, calcium, zinc and other minerals. Bowel irregularity is telling you that you are low on fiber, minerals and nutrients, caused from wrong eating habits. Heartburn is saying, hey don't eat/drink that stuff, improve your diet! PMDD is a term the pharmaceutical industry planted in the minds of women to sell them on a treatment that will make them and doctor's lots of money. Colds will clear up with or without treatment but all you need to do is get lots of rest, fluids, vitamins, minerals and, as a smart doctor I worked with used to say, "14 days without antibiotics or two weeks or more with antibiotics." All of those problems are treatable easily and without a visit to the doctor. But lazy people want lazy quick fixes, thereby setting them up for an illness sooner or later!

What brought this article about? I get angry every year when the new stats come out and illnesses have gone up so drastically, yet all I hear from JAMA, AMA, etc., are about all the great treatments available and how they are beating the diseases. And since the inception of the Heart Association, Diabetes Association, Cancer Research, Breast Cancer Foundation, etc., donate your dollars we're an inch away from a cure! If that's true why are the illnesses increasing every year? Because people are buying into that crock of crap!

Who has the answer here?

Cancer is still only 20% to 40% controllable with traditional Westernized medicine, yet alternative medicine has a 75% - 80% cure rate? And the answer is?

What's true is that people can be healthy and refuse to be ill, if they will stop listening to the PR on TV, Magazines & Radio. PR put out by the burn/cut/poison pharmaceutical/medical industry, the billions of dollars a year cash cow!

Even though the industry released a report on the fact that taking vitamins is a necessity, they forgot the most important element that should have been included in that report. It should have read take minerals then vitamins in order for them to work properly. Of course that report was put out just prior to a new vitamin supplement being released by a pharmaceutical industry, without sufficient mineral content!

Read the 1936 Senate Document to understand why minerals are so important! This information is available to anyone who wants to read and understand it! That includes the medical/pharmaceutical industry.

The winners for the top illnesses are! - Sounds like the Academy Awards, doesn't it? - Not so glamorous as that and not a good report, but one that continues to grow yearly.

The latest report listed the following numbers and dollars it's costing the public! Listed in order of most expensive to least expensive!

~ 17 million people diagnosed with heart disease, spent $58 billion,
~ 9 million cancer patients spent $46 billion,
~ 37 million who suffered a traumatic injury, spent $44 billion,
~ 20 million with mental disorders, shelled out $30 billion.
~ 10 million people, Diabetes, $20 billion,
~ 27 million people, Hypertension (high blood pressure) $18 billion,
~ 2 million people, Stroke-related conditions, $16 billion,
~ 16 million people, Osteoarthritis, $16 billion,
~ 4 million people, Pneumonia, $16 billion,
~ 13 million people, Back problems, $13 billion,
~ 2 million people, Kidney disease, $10 billion,
~ 18 million people, Endocrine disorders, $10 billion,
~ 20 million people, Skin disorders, $9 billion,
~ 16 million people, Infectious diseases, $6 billion,

In spite of all the billions of dollars raised each year and put into research of these illnesses and medicine the number continues to rise. Even though we have more medical treatments than ever! Why?

The Agency for Health Affairs states, "Not surprising, that many of the conditions in the top 15 are chronic diseases that require long-term care."

This is billions of people who are buying into the largely useless medications and medical treats out there. Now I do not say never see a doctor! If I'm injured in an auto accident get me to the doctor. If I break a bone, get me to the Orthopedist! Doctor's are great things to have around, when needed. But while I worked in medical offices (20+ years)I watched medicine change so drastically when the HMO/PPO mentality took over. In the 1980's good doctors started to leave medicine for other fields by the droves, either retired or went into other professions, leaving those educated and paid for by the pharmaceutical industry to take care of the masses. We now have a severe shortage of doctors... Thus the take over and mentality of cut/burn/poison as treatments. Doctors who really care about their patients and want to treat them as people with both traditional and/or alternative healthy medicine are drummed out of practice with false accusations of practicing quackery!

The good doctors left the U.S. and went across the border to Mexico. What happened? The fast and furious propaganda said that those practicing medicine across the border are quacks and will kill you, when in actuality if you want a cure you will need to go across the border! I'm not saying 100% of those are good, just the majority!

I have watched people overcome a multitude of problems and become healthy, not in the medical office but with alternatives, yet the majority still prefer to go with OTC and prescribed medications that create the largest number of their diseases, as shown in side effects listed with each medication.

Heaven forbid that anyone should read the side effects, might depress them! Beats me why people prefer to stick their heads in the sand and give their health care over to someone else completely, namely the doctor. Not Smart! But guess the majority will have to be considered not smart, if these figures are an indication of smartness! I believe it is!

Since the world revolves around money, maybe we can get results by looking at what is coming out of your pocket caused by a stick-your-head-in-the-sand attitude.

Researchers for Healthcare Research and Quality say, private insurance paid for about 35% of the expenses, and Medicare covered nearly 45% of heart disease expenses, 20-25% of cancer costs, and 16% of expenses related to treating mental disorders. Medicare totals 65% and is public funds from our tax dollars! Medicare can be at any age, if a person is considered disabled. Heart disease usually renders a person disabled, putting them into the Medicare/Medicaid system. Paid out of the working class's pocket! That can be changed but only when people take their heads out of the sand!

Off my soap box for today!
Please pay attention to your health and get smart!

Lena

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Got Milk?

Let's hope your fridge doesn't have milk in it unless you are looking to ingest hormones that you don't need...

On February 20, 2007 a petition was submitted to the FDA on behalf of the Cancer Prevention Coalition, Family Farm Defenders, and the Organic Consumers Association, requesting a suspension of rBGH approval pending a reevaluation of its human health hazards.

Over 20 years ago, experimental recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH) dairy products made by Monsanto were sold illegally to students, staff, faculty, and patients at the University of Wisconsin.

At the time, Dr. David Kronfeld showed that much of the published research on rBGH was fraudulent. He was ridiculed by the drug companies, and he was ultimately demoted and his career nearly destroyed. The passage of time, however, has proven him correct.

In May 2006 the Journal of Reproductive Medicine revealed problems among expectant U.S. mothers who consumed recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH) milk due to elevated levels of Insulin-like Growth Factor One (IGF-1). Subsequent media coverage about "human twinning" left processors and retailers scrambling to cut back on their rBGH milk supplies in hopes of limiting liability. For those of us who have been working to expose the rBGH fraud for the last 20 years, this was the opportune moment to bring back together concerned farmers, consumer advocates, and scientists, pool our expertise, strategize, and help drive the final nail into the coffin of the first genetically modified organism (GMO) allowed to enter the human food chain.

A year later, California Dairy Inc. (CDI) announced that it would be going rBGH-free as of August 1, 2007 as a result of "consumer demand." CDI processes 45 percent of California's milk. Other dairy companies, and a number of large grocery store and restaurant chains, have also rejected rBGH.

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FOOD OF THE WEEK
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A natural Anti-inflammatory and Antibiotic Food.

That would be Onions.

Their relatives are known botanically as alliums, a plant genus that has been classified at different times as belonging to the lily family, the amaryllis family, or to a family of its own - Alliaceae. There are more than 500 alliums; all of the edible species are bulbing root plant with a characteristic pungent smell or taste, which is produced once their layers of skin are cut. Right now one of the sweetest and tastiest is going on market and will be available for several weeks.

My favorite being;
Maui Onions - Available fresh April through June
Vidalia Onions - Available fresh May and June
Walla Walla - Available fresh July and August

Low in calories and truthfully, in most vitamins and minerals. Although they do supply a chromium, vitamin C, Manganese, Molybdenum, Vitamin B6, tryptophan, folate, potassium, phosphorus and copper. There are many flavorful members of the alliums family-- scallions, leeks, shallots and garlic as well as onions themselves--are rich sources of a number of phytonutrients. They contain allyl sulfides - sulfur compounds that may lower blood pressure and discourage tumor growth -, quercetin - a flavonoid with high antioxidant activity -, and saponins - substances connected with cholesterol-lowering and tumor inhibition. So you see these are very healthy plants.

Onions originated in prehistoric times and were widely consumed in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. By the 17th century, Europeans were enjoying them as a salad ingredient and as a breakfast "health" food. Today, onions rank sixth among the world's leading vegetable crops.

Slicing onions come in an impressive array of sizes, colors, and shapes. Because onions are easily crossbred, growers are continually developing new varieties and hybrids. The ubiquitous medium-sized yellow globe onions, pictured on this site, which are available year round, encompass many different varieties, with subtle differences in taste or texture. Whatever names are bestowed upon onions, though, they fall into two general categories: spring/summer onions and storage onions.

Spring/summer onions: Grown primarily from fall to spring in warm-weather states, such as Texas, Georgia, and Arizona, these onions have soft flesh and a mild or sweet taste. Some are designated by names referring to their growing areas, such as California Italian Red, Vidalia - from Georgia, Walla Walla - from Washington, or Maui Sweet - from Hawaii. Granex and Grano are other names denoting sweet onions with flattened or top-shaped bulbs. These varieties generally are not stored, but are shipped almost immediately after harvesting. Many of them are quite juicy and, because of their relatively high sugar content, mild enough to be eaten raw.

Storage onions: These have firm flesh, dry, crackly outer skins, and pungent flavors. Grown in northern areas of the United States, such as Idaho, Colorado, and New York, they are harvested in late summer and early fall. After a brief period of drying out (a process known as "curing"), they are stored for several months; they are available at markets from late fall to early spring. In stores, these onions may simply be labeled by color--yellow, red, or white. "Spanish" onions are a variety of very large storage onion, distinguished by their mild flavor and skin color, which ranges from yellow to purple. There are no nutritional differences among these types.

Pearl onions: Also called white onions, these are actually white pearl-shaped bulbs from different varieties. They are so densely planted that they attain a size of only 1 inch or less in diameter. "Boiling" onions are larger pearl-like onions that grow to 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

Availability

Storage onions can be found year round in ample quantities. The mild spring and summer onions are in greatest (but still limited) supply from March until September. Pearl and boiling onions are in good supply year round.

As a rule, the large, mild spring and summer onions are good for eating raw or for cooked dishes in which you want a subtle flavor. The crisp, assertive character of storage onions makes them better-suited for dishes that require long cooking, since they can hold their flavor. An onion's flavor is determined by its variety and also by the soil and climatic conditions where it grows. Consequently, onions with the same appearance can taste considerably different, depending on where and when they were grown. So you may have to experiment, particularly when it comes to choosing the mildest onions.

Many shoppers prefer a particular color, though color is not a reliable guide to flavor or texture. White onions tend to be more pungent than yellows or reds, but this rule of thumb may not be true in your area. Size is another consideration: For raw onion slices in salads and sandwiches, select large onions. They are also a more efficient choice for peeling and chopping. For cooking whole or in wedges, choose small- to medium-size onions.

Most onions are sold loose by the pound, though globe and pearl onions also come in mesh bags. Pearls are frequently packaged in small boxes. Whatever type you choose, look for ones that feel dry and solid all over, with no soft spots (a sign of rot) or sprouts. The skin around the neck should be tightly closed, and the outer skin should have a crackly feel and a shiny appearance. Whole onions should smell mild--even those that are pungent when you cut into them; a strong odor is a sign of decay. Also avoid onions with green areas, which can taste unpleasant, or with dark patches, which may indicate mold.

Storage

Whole onions should be kept in a cool, dry, open space, away from bright light (which can turn their flavor bitter.) They do best in an area that allows plenty of air to circulate around them, so either spread them out in a single layer or hang them in a basket. Onions will absorb moisture, causing them to spoil more quickly, so don't store them under a sink (which can be damp) or place them near potatoes, which give off moisture and produce a gas that causes onions to spoil more quickly. Storage onions can last three to four weeks under these conditions, spring and summer onions about half as long. High humidity, though, will considerably reduce storage time. If an onion begins to sprout, use it quickly, since it has probably started to turn mushy.

You can extend the life of spring and summer varieties by storing them unwrapped in the refrigerator crisper; dry storage onions should not be refrigerated for more than a few days, and only if there's no other place for them. Leftover cut portions of fresh onion, wrapped tightly in plastic, will keep for two to three days if refrigerated. Cooked onions, tightly covered, can be kept for up to five days; store them in glass or plastic containers (metal can discolor the onions).

Chopping or slicing an onion brings its sulfur-containing amino acids into contact with enzymes to form volatile compounds, one of which strikes the tongue, while another irritates the eye, apparently by turning into sulfuric acid. The older an allium is, the stronger these compounds become. Fortunately for our taste buds, cooking produces further chemical changes that render them much milder. Some of the odor compounds appear to be converted into a substance that is 50 to 70 times sweeter than table sugar.

Onions can be sliced, chopped, diced, or grated, but first they must be peeled. To make this task easier, if you need to prepare a large quantity of onions, trim off the tops and bottoms and place the onions in boiling water for about a minute. Drain them and pull off the outer skin, which should be loose, then peel off the slippery membrane underneath. With small white boiling onions, cut a cross in the root end of each one, which keeps the onion intact once you slip off the skin.

Although some recipes call for raw onions to be cooked with other ingredients, others require them to be cooked beforehand. Virtually every cooking method has been used with onions.

Baking: Use whole, unpeeled onions. Cut off the root ends, so the onions will stand upright in the baking pan, prick them with a fork, and place in a baking pan lightly coated with nonstick spray. Or, peel the onions, pierce them, and wrap in foil. Cook in a 350?F to 375?F oven; test for doneness by pressing the onions, which should give easily without feeling mushy. Cooking times: for medium-sized onions, 45 to 60 minutes. Storage onions generally take longer than the more loosely layered spring and summer onions.

Braising: This method works well for small white pearl or boiling onions. Place the onions in a pan and cover with 1/2" of water or broth. Simmer, covered, over low heat until the liquid is absorbed and the onions are tender. (Add more liquid if necessary.) Cooking time: 25 minutes.

Microwaving: Peel and quarter a pound of small- to medium-sized onions. Arrange them in a microwaveable casserole dish, adding 2 tablespoons of water or stock. Rotate once during cooking. Cooking time: seven to eight minutes.

Sauteing: Sauteing can be done in oil, or you can use stock or wine. The key is to keep the heat low and stir constantly. If the onions begin to brown too quickly, reduce the heat further and add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water. Cooking time: five to 10 minutes, depending on how finely chopped the onions are.

Boiling: This method is best for whole and half onions, but also works for sliced onions. Cooking time: 10 to 35 minutes, depending on size and density of the onions.

Onion soup is one of my cold weather favorites to warm my inside and give me that calming effect onions give off?

My husband is a hater of these bulbs. He simply cannot stand even the slightest sliver in anything or it's off to the bathroom and sounds that most of us can't stand to hear or smell come from there? It was hard getting use to cooking without onions in everything, as I grew up eating onions cooked in every dish my mother made, so I use a lot of Granulated Onion in cooking? My husband is kind enough to grow a lot of sweet onions for me and the neighbors who scavenge them from our garden as soon as they are ready every year?

Eat and enjoy,
Lena

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HEALTH TODAY
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DID YOU KNOW THIS?

The guidelines that President Bush's New Freedom Initiative are putting in place for the evaluation and treatment of our children are almost certain to have been penned in large part by those who benefit most from the new policy: Drug makers, a lobby known to be one of Dubya's favorites. Consider the evidence as known:
Despite several U.S. and UK studies suggesting that newer, more expensive drugs offer no benefits over older, off-patent meds for many mental health issues, the New Freedom Initiative emphasizes treatment with newer (read: more profitable) medications

* The Initiative's nuts and bolts are based on a similar Texas state mental health screening plan (TMAP) which began as a collaboration between Big Pharma, the University of Texas, and the state's mental health and corrections departments

* The TMAP program was funded in large part by drug companies and developed during George W. Bush's tenure as Texas governor - and predictably, it greatly expanded Medicare's expenditures on psychotropic drugs in the Lone Star State

* Drug companies that helped to fund the TMAP program have historically been major contributors to George W. Bush's election campaigns - and conversely, several members of the New Freedom Commission have served on these firms' advisory boards, or have direct ties to TMAP

* George Bush Sr. served on the Board of Directors for Eli Lilly and Company (maker of Zyprexa, a top-selling antipsychotic drug championed by TMAP, and likely by the New Freedom Initiative) - while Bush Jr. has appointed Lilly's CEO to a cushy, prestigious post on the Homeland Security Council .

According to a WorldNetDaily expose`, a whistle-blower from the Pennsylvania Office of the Inspector General - a man who was fired for talking to the New York Times and other media - revealed that officials involved in administering PA's own algorithm-based (read: similar to TMAP) medication plan received money and perks from companies whose drugs held "first-line treatment" status in the program!

This noble maverick also confirmed that the same politico-pharma apparatus that engineered the TMAP program in Texas is behind the guidelines of the New Freedom Commission - recommendations that are designed with only one goal in mind: Forcing private insurers and government agencies to both over-prescribe AND pick up the tab for the newest, most expensive patented medications.

Add this all up and even a blind man could see the pharmaceutical industry's greasy fingerprints all over Bush's borderline-criminal New Freedom Initiative.

LENA'S COMMENT: I do not wish to knock the current administration I'm only reporting the facts that have come to light through the various drug industry, AP and FDA websites!