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Plantain Weed: Powerful Medicine 8

Suffer from Pain? 11

Letter from the Editor 3

Olfactory Engineering 4

Detoxify Your Body 7 ways 6

What is Leaky Gut? 13

ACV: Home Remedies 14

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Hello friends,

I hope you are having a great start to the new year. If you’re like most people, you probably made new years resolutions about your health. My friend, Giulio, began a program where he was to only have 6 green drinks a day and supplements. On the 3rd day, he confessed he had cheated and ate Indian takeout food. I could tell he was disappointed with himself, he went on to say how gross he felt and how he could really feel his body reacting (unbal-anced body temperature, lethargic, upset stomach, drained energy).

I told him this was actually a really important step (He was obviously surprised by my response). I ex-plained that so many people I talk to never connect the dots between “what” they eat and “how” they feel. They never see that it is a system of cause and effect. They think headaches just mysteriously happen, that joint pain is normal, and being moody is just part of your personality. What if I told you that all of those (and so many many more symptoms) often depend on what you are (or aren’t) eating.

In this issue, we’ll offer up some solutions to help you get the results you want. We’ll show you 7 ways to detox your body, the powerful effects of plantain weed, and home remedies using apple ci-der vinegar. We explain how to stop suffering from pain and answer the question of what leaky gut ac-tually is. We also cover the ins and outs of olfactory engineering!

Thank you for reading Live Organic and know that we are here with you on your journey to a healthier life!

Be Amazing,Jessica

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How corporations control your thoughts, moods and actions through smell

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It is a fact that smells affect the way we think and process information. Studies have shown that odors trigger all sorts of cognitive changes in humans, and can be used by corporations or the government to influence populations and even intentionally “zombify” people who don’t fit the mold of accepted behavior and thought.

A 2011 study published in the journal Sensors is one such paper that explains how intentional odor exposure influences brain function, producing shifts in mood, thought, and understanding. Much like drugs, scents contain unique pharmacological properties that enter the bloodstream upon inhalation, where they eventually cross the blood-brain barrier and trigger cognitive changes.

by Ethan A. Huff

Scents used to draw people to products, make them repeat buyers

The paper, while explaining how this fascinating pro-cess works, actually encourages the use of odors for such purposes. And you can be sure that this is already taking place since thousands, if not millions, of synthetic scents are being used by corporations right now to ma-nipulate the public into buying their products, for instance.

The wafting essence of apple cider and pine trees dur-ing the Christmas season is one example of how a shop-ping mall, for example, might entice customers to visit more stores and purchase more things. Personal care products, air fresheners, laundry detergents, and many other consumer products also contain precisely formu-lated scents designed to keep customers coming back for more.

In these examples, scents are typically used to draw people in for the purpose of expanding corporate profits. But what about the idea of using scents as weapons, such as to inhibit critical thinking or depress a person’s mood? Olfactory engineering is admittedly used for all sorts of nefarious purposes, and continues to be exploit-ed in ways that most people don’t even realize.

Olfactory engineering used to weaponize chemical triggers

Pheromones, for instance, which are chemical triggers naturally released by insects, animals, and people, can be used to alter things like hunger and sex drive. If weaponized, pheromones could be released for the purpose of draw-ing a group of people to one specific place for an ambush, for instance, or to create chaos in a particular location.

From a cognitive perspective, certain manufactured scents have been shown to induce negative emotions. Malo-dors, which may include many synthetic odors designed to mimic real ones, can affect mental performance on tasks like reading and arithmetic. Other scents can induce fatigue and brain fog, leading to sedation and in some cases indifference.

“Odors are being manipulated, as cues to persuade desired cognition, behaviors and moods,” explains one report on the subject.

“Memory quality, memory tasks, word recall, spatial memory, numeric working memory, can [be affected] by odors, (and) delayed memory recall and delayed picture recall can all be influenced by the introduction of odor.”

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Essential oils shown to counter negative effects of olfactory engineering, odor pollution

Natural scents like essential oils, on the other hand, can be used to counter the damaging effects of olfactory engineering. Depending on the type and combination, essential oils have been shown to positively affect things like memory, vigilance, pain perception, decision making capacity, alertness, and energy levels.

Lavender, for instance, has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety, and can also help promote a restful state before sleep. Peppermint and rosemary, on the other hand, are often used to boost energy levels and improve alertness.

“It is concluded that the pharmacological properties of odors can induce changes in cognition,” explains the study, adding that “odors can be used as contextual cues to cognitions, behavior, and mood.”

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When you choose to do a cleanse or detox, your goal is to rid the body of as many toxins as possible. Pathogens, parasites, heavy metals, chemicals, and Candida are all targeted for elimination. A really good detox diet helps to cleanse the digestive tract, the kidneys, the liver, and the gallbladder, followed by the rest of the body. So what other actions can you take to help the process?

ExerciseExercise is an important part of any health regime, and it is important

during a cleanse or detox as well. Your health should dictate how hard you exercise. Obviously, a radical detox is not the best time to push yourself too hard. The focus is on healing, not fitness.

Your lymphatic system needs movement in order to circulate. Rebound-ing is great for the lymphatic system. Walk, jump rope, yoga--all are great.

Squats also help detoxify the body. They help stimulate your elimination organs and they produce beneficial hormones.

We release more toxins through our breath than we do through bowel elimination and urination combined. When the blood gets pumping, and we’re breathing heavily, the body is flushing itself. Sweating is also great for detoxing. But again, If you are healthy and you exercise vigorously on a regular basis, just listen to your body and take is slowly if need be. And if you’re not physically fit, or if you are considerably toxic and unhealthy, be careful.

HydrotherapyDon’t underestimate this one! Hot and cold hydrotherapy really moves

the blood through the body. Heat dilates the vessels, pulling the blood to the surface. Cold does the opposite, constricting the surface vessels and driving the blood deep into the body. Use a shower wand or stand in a shower to alternate hot and cold.

Dry sauna or steam roomA dry sauna or steam room makes you sweat, helping you eliminate

toxins through the skin. Sweating is also great for your skin, as it opens your pores allowing dirt and debris to be washed away. Remember to hy-drate after sweating. As you detox, you should be drinking large amounts of clean water.

A gallon of cranberry lemonade will aid in your detox and re-hydrate your body after sweating. (See link below.)

MassageMassage helps release toxins from the muscles and tissues, oxygen-

ates the tissues, and moves the blood and lymph throughout the body. The movement of the two circulatory systems filters the blood, removing waste products from the cells and aiding the immune system in dealing with pathogens.

Massage can be therapeutic on other levels as well. Deep massage frees up muscles that have become held in place by scar tissue or sheath-ing after years of poor posture, repetitive movement, injury, or illness. This kind of massage can actually be quite painful, but the results are amazing.

by K. Sinclair

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Epsom salts bath

A proper Epsom salt bath pulls toxins from tissues and allows the body to soak up minerals. Make sure that you spend a full 40 minutes in the tub. The first 20 minutes pulls out toxins. In the second 20 minutes, the body soaks up magnesium and sulfates.

Turbocharge any detox with niacin

Niacin (B3) is an inexpensive way to boost the efficacy of a detox. Most doctors recommend starting with 100 mg. I weigh 220 pounds and I took 1,500 mg for three days. Don’t take it for more than a few days.

Drink lots of fluid (like the cranberry lemonade) and sweat out the toxins. Niacin won’t do you much good if you aren’t flushing out the junk while you do it. It’s powerful. You’ll be itchy, hot, and flush red all over. The effects last about an hour. Most people without damaged livers can easily handle 500 mg for a few days.

Cranberry Lemonade

Make a gallon of cranberry lemonade sweetened with stevia. This will help balance the body’s PH, flush toxins, detoxify the liver and kidneys, flush all of the glands, and clean the blood.

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A cleanse or detox is a wonderful way to aid your immune system in eliminating waste, debris, pathogens, and para-sites from the body. Using all available resources in addition to diet, will aid you in a more complete and rapid detox. These tips can also be utilized on a daily basis to help your body detox even when you are not on a specific detoxification regimen. Don’t forget garlic! Eat lots of garlic. It detoxifies the body as well.

The most important aspect of a good detox for most people is eliminating excess candida and balancing gut flora.

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by: E. Huff

It’s known to pop up as a persistent weed in gardens, on lawns and even in driveway cracks. But plantain is one of the most medicinally powerful “nuisance” plants that you probably aren’t taking advantage of for your health, perhaps to your own detriment.

Those bushy green leaves and small, stalk-like buds bear unique nutritive potential that could help you overcome difficult menstrual cycles, clear up skin acne and even treat painful arthritis. For hundreds of years, plantain has been used as one of nature’s most powerful medicines, and for very good reason.

Plantain: A Common Driveway Weed, is one of nature’s Most Powerful Medicines

Plantain works topically as a wound-healer

One of its uses is as an astringent for wounds and bug bites. Simply chewing plantain leaf or crushing and grinding

it makes an effective poultice to draw out poisons from the skin and prevent infections and scarring.

“Because it draws toxins from the body with its astringent nature, plantain may be crushed (or chewed) and

placed as a poultice directly over the site of bee stings, bug bites, acne, slivers, glass splinters, or rashes,” explains

Life Advancer.

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Plantain aids in healthy digestion

If you suffer from constant digestive problems

due to antibiotics, food allergies or genetically

modified organisms (GMOs), plantain might be a

simple cure. Many have reported that the leaves

and seeds of the plant aid in reducing inflamma-

tion and help repair damage to the gut lining.

The seeds of plantain are also useful in maintain-

ing a clean digestive tract, acting similarly to

psyllium husk in absorbing toxins and creating

firmer stools. When steeped, plantain leaves can

be turned into an extract for use as a gut healer.

If you want to look and feel beautiful, consider

pumpkin as part of your diet.

The most common preparation methods of pump-

kin involve desserts like custards and pies. One

of the simplest ways to enjoy the contents is to

gently roast or dehydrate the seeds in sea salt

and other preferred spices.

One of the most popular ways to consume pump-

kin is in a hot beverage like a pumpkin spiced

latte. Unfortunately, the most popular source of

this beverage is at Starbucks, which contains little

to no resemblance of pumpkin and plenty of other

unsavory ingredients. !

Plantain helps treat congestion, respiratory problems

Since it is rich in the mineral silica, plantain also makes an excellent expectorant. This means that it helps clear up

congestion and mucus, effectively treating coughs, colds and various other respiratory ailments.

“Plantain acts as a gentle expectorant while soothing inflamed and sore membranes, making it ideal for coughs and

mild bronchitis,” wrote David Hoffmann, FNIMH, AHG, in his book Medical Herbalism: The Science and Practice of

Herbal Medicine.

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Plantain helps treat hemorrhoids

The same astringent properties that make plantain an effective wound-healer also make it an effective remedy for

hemorrhoids. When processed and turned into a lotion or ointment, plantain can be applied to hemorrhoids to stop

the flow of blood, which is also useful in the treatment of cystitis accompanied by bleeding.

“Plantain is one of Western herbalism’s primary topical healing agents, used as a lotion, ointment, compress, or

poultice for cuts and bruises,” adds Hoffmann in his book. “It may be applied topically for hemorrhoids and skin

ulcerations.”

Plantain treats all blood diseases, and nearly all other diseases

Truth be told, there seems to be very few health conditions that plantain can’t treat. According to The American

Materia Medica, Therapeutics and Pharmacognosy, written by Dr. Finley Ellingwood, MD, in 1919, plantain is effec-

tive against virtually all blood diseases, many glandular diseases, mercury poisoning, diarrheal conditions, female

disorders, and injuries, bites and rashes on the skin.

“Plantain is almost a panacea for the human body, treating everything from all menstrual difficulties, all digestive

issues, to nearly all skin complaints, and even arthritis,” adds Life Advancer about the amazing healing potential of

plantain.

“Add to salads, chew to ease thirst, or enjoy in stir fries. This versatile wild vegetable will keep you in good health

for years to come!”

To learn more, be sure to read Dr. Ellingworth’s plantain entry as it was published in his 1919 book:Henriettes-Herb.com

Sources:http://www.lifeadvancer.com

http://wellnessmama.com

https://books.google.com

http://www.henriettes-herb.com

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The first and arguably most effective natural pain reliever is cannabis, or marijuana,

which scientists from the U.S. Institute of Medicine (IoM) have determined treats all sorts

of pain, both chronic and acute. As it turns out, the human body contains cannabinoid

receptors that respond to marijuana cannabinoids such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

and cannabidiol (CBD).

As explained in the book Marijuana As Medicine?: The Science Beyond the Controver-

sy, published by the National Academies Press, peripheral nerves throughout the body

that detect pain sensations contain abundant cannabinoid receptors, which are directly

activated by the cannabinoids found naturally in marijuana. When consumed, cannabis

effectively blocks pain, including extreme pain caused by autoimmune diseases and can-

cer, without causing harmful side effects.

The natural herb used to produce aspirin, white willow bark, contains a substance

known as salicin that, upon entering the stomach, turns into salicylic acid. This powerful

substance is recognized in the scientific literature as an effective remedy for inflamma-

tion, fever, gastric upset and various other forms of pain. Both traditional Chinese and

European medicine favor white willow bark as a treatment for headaches, lower back

pain, osteoarthritis and inflammatory conditions such as bursitis and tendinitis.

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It is your body’s way of telling you that something is amiss -- pain, and for many people, the chronic variety that only the constant use of painkillers seems to mitigate. The advice of many conventional doctors is to just pop a few aspirin or ibuprofen when it shows up and go about your day. But is this approach really effective or safe?

suffER fROM PAIN?7 Natural Alternatives You Need To Try

As you may already know, many pharmaceutical painkillers are derived from plants, herbs, and other substances that possess natural painkilling properties. You won’t typically hear about these natural sources of pain relief from the media because they aren’t big moneymakers for drug companies, which reap billions of dollars selling you synthetic, patented imitations that more often than not come with harmful side effects.

In the case of ibuprofen and aspirin, these side effects include things like anemia, DNA damage, hearing loss, hy-pertension, miscarriage, influenza mortality and heart disease. Worse is the fact that these pharmaceutical painkillers mainly just cover up the pain, doing nothing to address its cause while inflicting further harm from deadly side effects.

The good news, though, is that there are plenty of natural ways to relieve pain without destroying your vital organs and risking an early death. And in some cases, these natural remedies can actually help your body heal from whatever is causing the pain in the first place.

Cannabis (marijuana)

White willow bark

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Primarily a topical pain reliever, capsaicin helps relieve nerve, muscle and joint pain by

blocking a chemical in the body known as “substance P” that transmits pain signals to

the brain. Since it is found naturally in chili peppers, capsaicin cream can very easily be

made at home by mixing cayenne pepper powder with a delivery oil such as almond or

jojoba, along with beeswax.

Also known as Uncaria tomentosa, or una de gato, cat’s claw is a South American herb

that contains powerful anti-inflammatory agents that aid in naturally blocking production

of prostaglandin, a hormone that contributes to pain and inflammation. It has been used

for hundreds of years in traditional medicine, and modern science has found that it can

promote DNA repair, joint health, immune function and normal cell division.

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Cat’s claw

Sometimes referred to as grease for the joints, omega-3 fatty acids like the kinds

found naturally in salmon, krill, skate and other sea animals, as well as hemp, chia and

flax seeds, are a powerful and all-natural anti-inflammatory medicine. They are con-

stantly being reported to help ease chronic pain and inflammatory conditions, as well as

reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Rheumatoid arthritis sufferers can also benefit from omega-3s, which have been

shown to help relieve joint pain and morning stiffness, as well as quell inflammation

naturally, potentially better than non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

One of the primary active components in turmeric, curcumin is widely regarded as a

potent painkiller. Similar to capsaicin, curcumin helps block pain signals from reaching

the brain, and chronic pain sufferers report dramatic relief from taking it daily. And the

BCM-95 variety of curcumin in particular reportedly fights the joint-damaging effects of

arthritis by targeting a range of inflammatory targets all at once.

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Omega-3 fatty acids

Curcumin

Also known as “Indian frankincense,” boswellia extract is another powerful anti-inflam-

matory substance found in boswellia trees. It is rich in boswellic acids that help improve

blood flow to joints and block inflammatory white blood cells from entering damaged

tissue. One study found that boswellia helped reduce the pain index of pain patients by

90 percent, as well as spur 70 percent of ulcerative colitis patients into total remission.

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What Is Leaky Gut & How To Heal It

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What is leaky gut syndrome? You hear the term leaky gut syndrome and imagine holes poked into your intestines. Unfortunately, your image is pretty much spot on.

In a healthy gut, the walls are lined with cells that are sealed together, providing a barrier that contains its contents. Villi, which contain a tiny vessel from the circulatory system and a vessel from the lymphatic system, absorb nutrients from our food. This exchange through the villi is designed to be the only means whereby nutrients enter the bloodstream and the lymphatic system.

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http://www.fungusfocus.com

What causes leaky gut syndrome? What damage does leaky gut syndrome do to the body?

How to heal a leaky gut & irritable bowel

The first step to healing a leaky gut is a thorough cleanse and detox. Through this process, toxins are flushed from the body and parasites are eliminated. Following a cleanse, Candida overgrowth must be eradicated. The proper gut balance is restored through diet and the addition of probiotics. When the gut is brought back into balance and the body is fed a proper nutrient dense diet, the gut will heal.

Parasites, a buildup of bad bacteria, allergens, and toxins all cause inflammation and destruction of the tight bonds holding the cells together that line the intestines. Some blame gluten for the destruction of the cell lining. Common sense says Candida is the most common, primary cause and most likely the precursor to gluten sensitivity.

Candida begins as a one cell yeast. As it grows and multiplies, it changes into a form called hyphae, filaments that spread and grow, boring into tissue. The filaments exude enzymes that feed off of our tissues, actually digesting our tissues before absorbing nutrients from them.

There is no possibility of sealing the gut wall without elimination of Candida overgrowth, elimination of parasites, and elimination of inflammation.

A constant spillage of toxins, proteins, microbes, and particles into the blood and lymph activates and overworks the immune system. This constant onslaught is believed to be the underlying cause of auto-immune disease as an over-worked and over-taxed immune system loses the ability to differentiate between pathogens and host cells in the body. In addition, the spillage of particles creates an allergic response to foods that would normally be tolerated. Gluten proteins, for example, are leaked into the blood and lymph, creating a gluten intolerance. When gluten is ingested, it inflames the intestines, increasing permeability, and the cycle continues.

When the gut is permeable, the cells lining the wall of the intestines do not provide a proper barrier. Toxins, microbes, and undigested food particles leak through the intestinal wall directly into the bloodstream and the lymphatic system. The immune system goes into overdrive, attacking these foreign particles that do not belong in the blood or the lymph fluid.

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Effective Apple Cider Vinegar Home Remedies

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Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been touted as great all-around remedy that boosts overall health and appearance, making it an ideal household staple. It helps balance the body’s system so that optimal health is reflected both by internal and outward improvements; everything from sunburn relief to a healthier scalp can be achieved with apple cider vinegar.

So effective is ACV that even back in 5000 B.C. the Babylonians used it as a tonic.(1) Likewise, it was used by Samurai warriors in Japan and in ancient Egypt, proving that people have enjoyed its healing abilities through time.

A Dr. Oz episode recently highlighted three homemade uses for ACV that viewers personally use and say is very effective.

Healthy scalpOne viewer explained that she uses a homemade ACV

concoction to cleanse her scalp, saying that it’s a natural alternative that helps her fight dandruff. Dr. Oz says that the acidity of apple cider vinegar kills off fungi that can lead to dandruff, and that it’s not surprising that many people turn to such a remedy to keep their scalp in good condition.(2)

To make, simply mix 1/4 cup of water with 1/4 cup of ACV, put in a spray bottle and spray in parted sections of hair on the scalp. Do this twice weekly and leave in for about 15 minutes each time, then rinse.(2)

Furthermore, it’ll make hair shine; a mix of about 1 cup of water and 1/2 tablespoon of ACV used as a rinse af-ter shampooing can liven up dull hair.(3)

Soothes sore throatsAnother viewer says that she drinks a mixture of 1

teaspoon of ACV, 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and 3 tablespoons of honey with warm water to soothe a sore throat.

This “triple threat” works wonders for sore throats according to Dr. Oz, who says that both the vinegar and the honey have antibacterial properties, while a chemi-cal in cayenne pepper called capsaicin helps eliminate pain.(2)

Top uses for apple cider vinegar

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(3) http://www.mindbodygreen.com(4) http://www.naturalnews.com

Reduces foot odorACV is also helpful when it comes to banishing foot

odor. The acids in ACV alter the pH levels in skin, mak-ing it more difficult for odor-causing bacteria to flourish.

Some recommend dabbing the offensive-smelling area (feet, armpits) with a cotton ball soaked in ACV or add-ing 1 cup of it to a wipe, then freezing it; the next day, it’s absorbed the ACV and can be rubbed as a cooling cloth.(2, 3)

Strengthens and invigorates hairMany people dislike applying commercial shampoos to

their hair, and for good reason. These unnatural products, which are almost always comprised of harsh chemicals and other unpleasant ingredients, often strip our hair of its natural oils and leave it feeling dry, brittle and lifeless.

Fortunately, apple cider vinegar makes a fantastic natu-ral alternative to commercial hair care products. Aside from being a potent antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral that can disinfect the scalp of harmful microorganisms, ap-ple cider vinegar can unclog hair follicles, maintain pH bal-ance and even strengthen hair shafts by closing their cuti-cles. This leaves our hair feeling cleaner, stronger, shinier and healthier.

To use apple cider vinegar as a shampoo, mix one-quar-ter cup of it with one cup of water and pour the mixture into an empty squirt bottle. Next, spray your hair and scalp with the mixture, allow it to sit for between 3 and 5 min-utes and then rinse it off using warm water.

Provides sunburn reliefAdditionally, ACV can help soothe a sunburn. One

woman by the name of Kaitlyn explains that after a bad sunburn, she simply put vinegar on a towel and rubbed her body with it, then went to bed.

She says that when she woke up the next morning, there wasn’t any tingling, peeling or redness.(4)