healthyholisticliving--2020-10-26--When Asked to Build A Hospital That Lowers Blood Pressure, They Built A ‘Forest-Like’ Sanctuary

If you love plants , love to walk in the woods , or even work in your garden then you know how it feels to relax when surrounded by nature .
In recent years , there has been increasing attention on how stress , anxiety , depression , and other mental health issues in our daily lives can negatively impact our health .
When the Khoo Teck Puat Hospital in Singapore asked a local design firm to create a hospital that would help lower the blood pressure of their patients , they were surprised by the outcome .
The firm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ plants and trees to be integrated into the structure and its surroundings .
This forest hospital has become a sanctuary for patients and staff alike , helping to ease the stress of being inside the hospital .
( 4 ) The concept of “ nature therapy ” has gained much recognition in recent years .
According to a study published in “ Frontiers in Psychology , ” nature therapy is a method that uses medically proven methods such as relaxation to expose people to natural stimuli from forests , urban green spaces , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ promote health .
( 1 ) The US Environmental Protection Agency reports the average American is estimated to spend 90 % of their time indoors causing an increased risk of mental and physical ailments .
Richard Louv , a journalist in San Diego , is largely credited with coining the term Nature Deficit Disorder to describe the results of spending too much time indoors .
Children especially are affected by this lack of fresh air and the calming effects of nature .
As far back as 1984 , American clinical psychologist Craig Brod @ @ @ @ @ @ @ describe the impact of artificial elements like electronics and other forms of technology have on the exacerbation of our stress levels .
A growing body of research — combined with an understanding that nature is vital and increased concerns about the exploding use of smartphones and other forms of technology — has led to a tipping point at which health experts , researchers , and government officials are now proposing widespread changes aimed at bringing nature into people ’ s everyday lives .
( 2 ) Famous studies coming out of Japan have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ walking ” also known as “ Shinrin-yoku.
” This is the practice of spending time in forested areas to enhance health , wellness , and happiness .
Forest walking is also known to decrease stress hormones while reducing symptoms of anger , depression , anxiety , and the risk of hypertension .
( 3 ) The hospital in Singapore , which opened in 2010 , incorporates a volunteer-run rooftop garden with more than 100 species of fruit trees , 50 species of vegetables , and 50 species of herbs , all of which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also found the success of the hospital ’ s natural ecosystem has increased the number of butterfly species sighted on the hospital grounds .
( 4 ) Urban green space , plant therapy , nature therapy , no matter what we call it , have proven to promote relaxation from stress through consistent exposure to nature while leading to increased mental and physical health .
Hopefully , this model hospital in Singapore will start to spread throughout the world .

If you love plants, love to walk in the woods, or even work in your garden then you know how it feels to relax when surrounded by nature. In recent years, there has been increasing attention on how stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues in our daily lives can negatively impact our health.
When the Khoo Teck Puat Hospital in Singapore asked a local design firm to create a hospital that would help lower the blood pressure of their patients, they were surprised by the outcome. The firm chose over 700 native species of fragrant plants and trees to be integrated into the structure and its surroundings. This forest hospital has become a sanctuary for patients and staff alike, helping to ease the stress of being inside the hospital. (4)
Nature and Stress
The concept of “nature therapy” has gained much recognition in recent years. According to a study published in “Frontiers in Psychology,” nature therapy is a method that uses medically proven methods such as relaxation to expose people to natural stimuli from forests, urban green spaces, plants, and natural wooden materials to promote health. (1)
The US Environmental Protection Agency reports the average American is estimated to spend 90% of their time indoors causing an increased risk of mental and physical ailments.
Richard Louv, a journalist in San Diego, is largely credited with coining the term Nature Deficit Disorder to describe the results of spending too much time indoors. Children especially are affected by this lack of fresh air and the calming effects of nature.
As far back as 1984, American clinical psychologist Craig Brod coined the term “technostress” to describe the impact of artificial elements like electronics and other forms of technology have on the exacerbation of our stress levels.
A growing body of research — combined with an understanding that nature is vital and increased concerns about the exploding use of smartphones and other forms of technology — has led to a tipping point at which health experts, researchers, and government officials are now proposing widespread changes aimed at bringing nature into people’s everyday lives. (2)
Forest Walking
Famous studies coming out of Japan have long supported the benefits of “forest walking” also known as “Shinrin-yoku.” This is the practice of spending time in forested areas to enhance health, wellness, and happiness. Forest walking is also known to decrease stress hormones while reducing symptoms of anger, depression, anxiety, and the risk of hypertension. (3)
The hospital in Singapore, which opened in 2010, incorporates a volunteer-run rooftop garden with more than 100 species of fruit trees, 50 species of vegetables, and 50 species of herbs, all of which are served to the patients. They also found the success of the hospital’s natural ecosystem has increased the number of butterfly species sighted on the hospital grounds. (4)
Urban green space, plant therapy, nature therapy, no matter what we call it, have proven to promote relaxation from stress through consistent exposure to nature while leading to increased mental and physical health. Hopefully, this model hospital in Singapore will start to spread throughout the world.


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-26--Silver Diamine Fluoride Can Stop Tooth Decay With One Drop, No Drilling Required

Does the idea of going to the dentist make you cringe ?
The drilling sound , the syringe coming toward your mouth ?
If all that is terrifying , you are not alone .
Many of us delay a visit to the dentist out of fear .
You will be glad to know that is a new fantastic discovery out there that can make your visit to the dentist a bit less frightening .
This is the new use of Silver Diamine Fluoride ( SDF ) in treating tooth decay .
You know that a cavity is a hole in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this is the result of a tooth decay process .
Tooth decay process starts when a bacteria that lives in your mouth comes in contact with sugary and starchy foods such as candy , soda , bread , cookies , etc .
This bacteria creates an acid that begins to eat the enamel ( hard surface ) of the tooth .
Minerals ( calcium and phosphate ) present in our saliva and that fluoride found in toothpaste and water fight this bacteria that produces tooth decay .
Your mouth goes through this process @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long .
When you frequently consume foods and drinks that are high in sugar and starch , your tooth suffers a constant “ acid attack ” , and is not able to recover the lost minerals quickly enough .
With time it will result in a cavity .
( 1 ) Silver diamine fluoride is a clear liquid utilized in preventing tooth cavities ( or caries ) from forming , growing , or spreading to other teeth caused by tooth decay .
Water ( 62 % ) : Provides a liquid base for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2 ) How Is It Used ?
After keeping the moisture away from the decay affected tooth by using gauze and a suction tool .
SDF is applied directly to the surface of the cavity found in the tooth .
A visible improvement was observed after the treatment .
The patient will no longer experience sensitivity to sweet , cold , or crunchy foods at the spot that was treated with SDF .
The only known downside of this treatment is that the affected area of the tooth turns black .
For many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if the affected tooth was in the back of their mouth .
Or if teeth were primary ( baby ) teeth in the case of children .
This simple procedure spares the patient of the traditional use of a drill and the injection into the gums to numb the area of treatment .
Isn ’ t that a relief ?
The use of SDF proves as an effective alternative in the treatment of tooth decay .
Especially in children , older adults , and some other patients that have difficulty with the traditional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fluoride ( SDF ) has been used in countries like Japan for more than 80 years , but it was not approved to be used in the United States until recently by the FDA ( U.S. Food and Drug Administration ) .
Using SDF will not only save patients from the discomfort experienced in the treatment for tooth decay .
It represents a less costly solution too .
While traditional treatment for cavities can cost hundreds of dollars , SDF is priced around $ 20- $ 25 per tooth .
If the use @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decay could be implemented in various states , these can save millions of dollars in Medicaid payments .
Only in the state of Washington , nearly 50 % of children between the ages of 8 to 10 years old and 38 % of 5 to 7 year old ’ s have had cavities .
More alarming is the fact that 12 % of these children go untreated for tooth decay .
( 4 )

Does the idea of going to the dentist make you cringe? The drilling sound, the syringe coming toward your mouth? If all that is terrifying, you are not alone. Many of us delay a visit to the dentist out of fear.
You will be glad to know that is a new fantastic discovery out there that can make your visit to the dentist a bit less frightening. This is the new use of Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) in treating tooth decay.
Tooth Decay
You know that a cavity is a hole in a tooth but are you aware that this is the result of a tooth decay process.
Tooth decay process starts when a bacteria that lives in your mouth comes in contact with sugary and starchy foods such as candy, soda, bread, cookies, etc. This bacteria creates an acid that begins to eat the enamel (hard surface ) of the tooth. Minerals (calcium and phosphate) present in our saliva and that fluoride found in toothpaste and water fight this bacteria that produces tooth decay.
Your mouth goes through this process of losing and regaining minerals all day long.
When you frequently consume foods and drinks that are high in sugar and starch, your tooth suffers a constant “acid attack”, and is not able to recover the lost minerals quickly enough. With time it will result in a cavity. (1)
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
Silver diamine fluoride is a clear liquid utilized in preventing tooth cavities (or caries) from forming, growing, or spreading to other teeth caused by tooth decay.
SDF contains:
Silver (25%): Has an antibacterial effect.
Fluoride (5%): Rebuilds the minerals found in teeth.
Ammonia (8%): Helps the concentration levels for effectiveness.
Water (62%): Provides a liquid base for the other elements to mix. (2)
How Is It Used?
After keeping the moisture away from the decay affected tooth by using gauze and a suction tool. SDF is applied directly to the surface of the cavity found in the tooth. A visible improvement was observed after the treatment. The patient will no longer experience sensitivity to sweet, cold, or crunchy foods at the spot that was treated with SDF.
The only known downside of this treatment is that the affected area of the tooth turns black. For many patients, this was not a concern if the affected tooth was in the back of their mouth. Or if teeth were primary (baby) teeth in the case of children.
This simple procedure spares the patient of the traditional use of a drill and the injection into the gums to numb the area of treatment. Isn’t that a relief?
The use of SDF proves as an effective alternative in the treatment of tooth decay. Especially in children, older adults, and some other patients that have difficulty with the traditional method. (3)
Economical Benefits
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) has been used in countries like Japan for more than 80 years, but it was not approved to be used in the United States until recently by the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration).
Using SDF will not only save patients from the discomfort experienced in the treatment for tooth decay. It represents a less costly solution too. While traditional treatment for cavities can cost hundreds of dollars, SDF is priced around $20-$25 per tooth.
If the use of SDF for the treatment of tooth decay could be implemented in various states, these can save millions of dollars in Medicaid payments. Only in the state of Washington, nearly 50% of children between the ages of 8 to 10 years old and 38% of 5 to 7 year old’s have had cavities. More alarming is the fact that 12% of these children go untreated for tooth decay. (4)


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-26--Science Proves That Negativity Is Toxic (and How to Boost Positivity)

Negativity is toxic .
We hear it all the time ; maybe to the point where we start to hear “ yada , yada , yada.
” But did you know about toxic positivity ?
We all know that person .
The constant smiler .
The one quick to tell us to “ buck up ” and stay positive .
The person who just won ’ t acknowledge while the world can be beautiful , it also has its fair share of dark .
While this person can be uplifting to some , they can be downright nauseating to others @ @ @ @ @ @ @ balance in all things .
We can ’ t feel positive if we ’ ve never experienced negative feelings .
But more importantly , if we don ’ t have the insight and sensitivity to acknowledge true depression despite its negativity , we can ’ t help loved ones who feel desperate and hopeless .
And that ’ s the rub .
Here ’ s why I believe too much negative or positive are equally dangerous .
( 1 , 2 ) • Bring the mood down for everyone • Suppress needed emotions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Create insincere “ fair-weather friends ” who can ’ t be there to support you when you are blue • Promote passive-aggressive behavior in those suppressing their true feelings when they experience anger , sadness , disappointment , etc .
So , while that positivity idea seems it should outweigh negativity , when positivity reaches toxic levels it proves very unhealthy for those around you .
One of the interesting things about toxic positivity : People don ’ t recognize it .
Many think of such a thing as invisible , as people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
However , according to a study about toxic positivity , once people get what it means , 67.8 % confess they experienced it in the past week .
( 2 ) Toxic positivity lacks sincere happiness .
It forces people to present a fake smile and positive input ad nauseum like “ Cheer up , things aren ’ t so bad !
” But the question is , who can say such a thing to someone clearly feeling down ?
What if something really bad happened ?
That toxic positivity leads to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ personal .
( 2 ) According to research , happy people see the big picture , while sad or neutral people focus on small details .
This creates an unhappy state .
As a result , when feeling down , one can see what causes the issue allowing them to rid themselves of the burden .
So how can you embrace the best of both worlds ?
Listen to yourself and do your best to be better .
( 2 ) To be a better friend , be ready to support the negative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ become more supportive by replacing toxic positive statements , with non-toxic negative supporting questions like this : ( 2 ) • “ It ’ ll all be fine ” becomes a question : “ How can I help you ?
” • Instead of saying “ You should smile more ” ask “ Is everything okay ?
” • Avoid blanket statements like “ Don ’ t worry about it ” and instead offer to help make things less stressful .
• Although you might want to say , “ It could be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ person needs affirmation and support with “ This is tough , can I do anything to help ?
” • “ Don ’ t be so negative , ” should become “ It must be hard .
Tell me about it.
” • “ Always look on the bright side !
” is almost condescending and rude when someone is suffering from sadness .
Your reaction might be “ It ’ s so hard to see the good in this situation , but we ’ ll make sense of it when we can.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Everything happens for a reason , ” I still feel it ’ s important to acknowledge the difficulty and ask how I can help .
• “ Think happy thoughts !
” is perhaps the most offensive as most people would if they could .
Instead acknowledge sad feelings , while letting the person know you are ALWAYS there for them .
The world is filled with optimists and pessimists .
The trick is learning to recognize the toxic sides of both to help keep things real .

Negativity is toxic. We hear it all the time; maybe to the point where we start to hear “yada, yada, yada.” But did you know about toxic positivity? We all know that person. The constant smiler. The one quick to tell us to “buck up” and stay positive. The person who just won’t acknowledge while the world can be beautiful, it also has its fair share of dark. While this person can be uplifting to some, they can be downright nauseating to others. I’m a believer in balance in all things. We can’t feel positive if we’ve never experienced negative feelings. But more importantly, if we don’t have the insight and sensitivity to acknowledge true depression despite its negativity, we can’t help loved ones who feel desperate and hopeless. And that’s the rub. Here’s why I believe too much negative or positive are equally dangerous. (1, 2)
Toxic Negativity Versus Toxic Positivity
While toxic negativity can: (1)
Destroy mental health
Make you physically ill
Bring the mood down for everyone
Toxic positivity can: (2)
Suppress needed emotions that build up to dangerous proportions
Create insincere “fair-weather friends” who can’t be there to support you when you are blue
Promote passive-aggressive behavior in those suppressing their true feelings when they experience anger, sadness, disappointment, etc.
Actually make you feel sadder
Make toxic positive people appear insensitive
So, while that positivity idea seems it should outweigh negativity, when positivity reaches toxic levels it proves very unhealthy for those around you.
Toxic Positivity Worse Than Toxic Negativity?
One of the interesting things about toxic positivity: People don’t recognize it. Many think of such a thing as invisible, as people don’t even know it exists. However, according to a study about toxic positivity, once people get what it means, 67.8% confess they experienced it in the past week. (2)
Toxic positivity lacks sincere happiness. It forces people to present a fake smile and positive input ad nauseum like “Cheer up, things aren’t so bad!” But the question is, who can say such a thing to someone clearly feeling down? What if something really bad happened? That toxic positivity leads to breakdowns in relationships, both professional and personal. (2)
Positive Versus Negative Views
According to research, happy people see the big picture, while sad or neutral people focus on small details. This creates an unhappy state. As a result, when feeling down, one can see what causes the issue allowing them to rid themselves of the burden. So how can you embrace the best of both worlds? Listen to yourself and do your best to be better. (2)
Embrace Positivity, Support Negativity
To be a better friend, be ready to support the negative moments in those you love. You become more supportive by replacing toxic positive statements, with non-toxic negative supporting questions like this: (2)
“It’ll all be fine” becomes a question: “How can I help you?”
Instead of saying “You should smile more” ask “Is everything okay?”
Avoid blanket statements like “Don’t worry about it” and instead offer to help make things less stressful.
Although you might want to say, “It could be worse” right at that moment the person needs affirmation and support with “This is tough, can I do anything to help?”
“Don’t be so negative,” should become “It must be hard. Tell me about it.”
“Always look on the bright side!” is almost condescending and rude when someone is suffering from sadness. Your reaction might be “It’s so hard to see the good in this situation, but we’ll make sense of it when we can.”
While I do believe “Everything happens for a reason,” I still feel it’s important to acknowledge the difficulty and ask how I can help.
“Think happy thoughts!” is perhaps the most offensive as most people would if they could. Instead acknowledge sad feelings, while letting the person know you are ALWAYS there for them.
The world is filled with optimists and pessimists. The trick is learning to recognize the toxic sides of both to help keep things real.


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-26--Oxycontin Maker To Plead Guilty To Federal Criminal Charges, Pay $8 Billion, And Will Close The Comp

Oxycontin Maker To Plead Guilty To Federal Criminal Charges, Pay $8 Billion, And Will Close The Company

The opioid epidemic that has categorized years of the North American conversation surrounding addiction took a new turn on Wednesday , October 21st , 2020 .
Purdue Pharma , the company responsible for creating the wildly addictive–and initially overprescribed–opioid OxyContin pled guilty to a series of felonies .
However , some still feel it isn ’ t enough .
( 1 ) The settlement Purdue Pharma reached with the federal government was over 8.3 billion dollars–an unprecedented amount for a pharmaceutical company .
The company also had to plead guilty to fraud against the United States government , as well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and 2017 .
The Washington Post breaks down the settlement distribution as follows : “ a criminal fine of more than $ 3.5 billion , criminal forfeiture of $ 2 billion and a civil settlement of $ 2.8 billion.
” According to the Deputy Attorney General , Jeffrey Rosen , this money “ will redress past wrongs , and will also provide extraordinary new resources for treatment and care of those affected by opioid addiction.
” ( 1 ) What Are The OxyContin Kickbacks ?
The charge , which Purdue has pled guilty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paying doctors and a health records company to pump up prescriptions for their products , including OxyContin .
In the words of the District of Vermont ’ s U.S. Attorney , Christina E. Nolan , “ the kickback effectively put Purdue ’ s marketing department in the exam room with their thumb on the scale at precisely the moment doctors were making critical decisions about patient health.
” ( 1 ) In 2018 , CNN and Harvard University released an analysis that found pharmaceutical companies were paying doctors who prescribed opioids .
Furthermore @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bigger the payout .
While the money was officially listed as being for “ speaking , consulting and other services , ” high prescribers were making substantial amounts of money .
Hundreds of American doctors were receiving payouts in the six figures .
Thousands were receiving over $ 25,000 .
“ It smells like doctors being bribed to sell narcotics , ” says Dr. Andrew Kolodny , a scientist at the Institute for Behavioral Health at Brandeis University .
“ That ’ s very disturbing.
” Dr. Kolodny is also co-director of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
As well , he is the executive director of Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing .
( 1 , 2 ) “ Purdue deeply regrets and accepts responsibility for the misconduct detailed by the Department of Justice in the agreed statement of facts , ” says a statement by the head of the company board , Steve Miller .
Miller has only had control of the board since July 2018 .
He is quick to stress that Purdue is now a “ very different company.
” Purdue has now declared bankruptcy–but that ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it makes it near-impossible for the states , Indigenous tribes , and individuals who have judgments against Purdue to collect .
Massachusetts Attorney General , Maura Healey , is upset at the settlement the Justice Department has reached .
For her , true justice “ requires exposing the truth and holding the perpetrators accountable , not rushing a settlement to beat an election .
I am not done with Purdue and the Sacklers , and I will never sell out the families who have been calling for justice for so long.
” ( @ @

The opioid epidemic that has categorized years of the North American conversation surrounding addiction took a new turn on Wednesday, October 21st, 2020. Purdue Pharma, the company responsible for creating the wildly addictive–and initially overprescribed–opioid OxyContin pled guilty to a series of felonies. However, some still feel it isn’t enough. (1)
The Charges Around OxyContin
The settlement Purdue Pharma reached with the federal government was over 8.3 billion dollars–an unprecedented amount for a pharmaceutical company. The company also had to plead guilty to fraud against the United States government, as well as violating statutes against kickbacks between 2009 and 2017. The Washington Post breaks down the settlement distribution as follows:
“a criminal fine of more than $3.5 billion, criminal forfeiture of $2 billion and a civil settlement of $2.8 billion.”
According to the Deputy Attorney General, Jeffrey Rosen, this money “will redress past wrongs, and will also provide extraordinary new resources for treatment and care of those affected by opioid addiction.” (1)
What Are The OxyContin Kickbacks?
The charge, which Purdue has pled guilty to, means they have admitted to paying doctors and a health records company to pump up prescriptions for their products, including OxyContin. In the words of the District of Vermont’s U.S. Attorney, Christina E. Nolan, “the kickback effectively put Purdue’s marketing department in the exam room with their thumb on the scale at precisely the moment doctors were making critical decisions about patient health.” (1)
The Harvard Report
In 2018, CNN and Harvard University released an analysis that found pharmaceutical companies were paying doctors who prescribed opioids. Furthermore, the more they prescribed, the bigger the payout. While the money was officially listed as being for “speaking, consulting and other services,” high prescribers were making substantial amounts of money. Hundreds of American doctors were receiving payouts in the six figures. Thousands were receiving over $25,000.
“It smells like doctors being bribed to sell narcotics,” says Dr. Andrew Kolodny, a scientist at the Institute for Behavioral Health at Brandeis University. “That’s very disturbing.”
Dr. Kolodny is also co-director of the Opioid Policy Research Collaborative at Brandeis University. As well, he is the executive director of Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing. (1, 2)
Reactions To The Purdue Pharma Settlement.
“Purdue deeply regrets and accepts responsibility for the misconduct detailed by the Department of Justice in the agreed statement of facts,” says a statement by the head of the company board, Steve Miller. Miller has only had control of the board since July 2018. He is quick to stress that Purdue is now a “very different company.”
Purdue has now declared bankruptcy–but that’s not a win. Instead, it makes it near-impossible for the states, Indigenous tribes, and individuals who have judgments against Purdue to collect.
Massachusetts Attorney General, Maura Healey, is upset at the settlement the Justice Department has reached. For her, true justice “requires exposing the truth and holding the perpetrators accountable, not rushing a settlement to beat an election. I am not done with Purdue and the Sacklers, and I will never sell out the families who have been calling for justice for so long.” (1)


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-27--The Runaway Protein That Causes Cancer

The Runaway Protein That Causes Cancer

When your doctor says “ cancer , ” you may not be able to hear anything else .
That diagnosis can feel scary and overwhelming , making it hard to focus on information .
Once you get home and you ’ ve had some time to digest your diagnosis , you may jump on the Internet to start finding out more about your condition .
That ’ s one of the smartest things you can do… as long as you get your information from a credible , reliable source .
Because the more you know about your cancer , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and healing .
When you understand what ’ s going on in your body , you can address it head on .
That will include targeting a runaway protein called galectin-3 , cancer ’ s best friend and ally – and the worst enemy of your health and survival .
We talk about cancer like it ’ s one disease , but it ’ s not .
Different types of cancer behave differently .
Some cause noticeable symptoms early on , for example , and other types grow unnoticed for years .
Some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more slowly .
Cancer can start anywhere in your body , and where it starts dictates what kind of cancer it is .
For example , cancer that starts in your breast is considered breast cancer .
It can also spread to other places in your body , but that doesn ’ t change the origin of your cancer .
So breast cancer that spreads to your liver is still breast cancer ( not liver cancer ) .
All cancers start at the cellular level .
Unlike infections – where an outside germ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – cancer cells start out as regular , healthy cells .
How does one healthy cell transform into cancer ?
Normally when a cell gets damaged , it dies .
Sometimes , though , a damaged cell doesn ’ t die .
It just keeps doing what regular cells do – making copies of itself .
And because the original cell was damaged , all of the copies will be damaged too .
Those damaged cells keep multiplying , band together , and start to crowd out healthy cells .
That ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But in order for cancer to get that far , it relies on that runaway protein galectin-3 .
Research shows that galectin-3 is a key cause of all kinds of cancer .
And blocking galectin-3 offers a chance for preventing and treating cancer successfully .
No matter what kind of cancer you ’ re dealing with , it probably involves galectin-3 .
Medical researchers keep discovering connections between the runaway protein and cancer development and outcomes .
At least a dozen different cancers have been linked directly to galectin-3 , including : • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ovarian Scientists will probably discover that practically every type of cancer involves galectin-3 .
That ’ s because this protein sets off a cascade of cancer-causing events that make it virtually impossible for your body to protect itself without targeted support .
Cancer starts with damaged cells that don ’ t follow the normal cellular rules : Instead of dying off and leaving the body like they ’ re supposed to , they stick around and multiply .
Galectin-3 contributes to the original cell damage… and then also helps those damaged cells stay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Galectin-3 causes cancer through four disease-promoting actions : , • Inflammation .
Inflammation signals cells to grow and multiply faster , an action that ’ s meant for repairing injuries .
Galectin-3 sparks inflammation that sends that same message to cancer cells , so they continue to grow and multiply out of control .
• Oxidative stress .
Oxidative stress causes damage to healthy cells , the kind of damage that can lead to the cell mutations present in cancer .
Normally , your body produces antioxidants or pulls them from your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Galectin-3 interferes with your body ’ s response to oxidative stress , increasing the damage to your cells .
• Fibrosis .
Fibrosis refers to the production of special connective tissue to mend injuries .
When fibrosis keeps going when there ’ s no injury to fix , thick scar tissue develops .
When that happens internally , it damages tissues and organs , which can fuel cancer growth and progression .
Galectin-3 activates fibrosis and keeps it from turning off , leading to the development of several cancers .
• Immune @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s natural defenses against cancer get blocked , giving cancer the chance to grow uncontrolled .
Galectin-3 shields cancer cells against immune system detection and prevents immune cells from effectively targeting and eliminating cancer cells .
But galectin-3 doesn ’ t stop with causing cancer .
Galectin-3 also helps cancer grow and survive… Your body has ways to get rid of damaged cells so they can ’ t turn into cancer .
But galectin-3 interferes by acting like a cancer bodyguard , keeping damaged cells alive so they can grow and spread @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cancer processes , including : • None Proliferation , the sped-up division and replication of cancer cells • None Angiogenesis , the development of new blood vessels that deliver supplies ( like nutrients ) to tumors • None Apoptosis resistance , where cancer cells ignore the pre-programmed cell death ( called apoptosis ) normally used to kill off damaged cells • None Tumor formation and progression , how cancer cells begin to clump together and then grow as a unit • None Metastasis , where cancer cells spread to other areas of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • None Immune evasion , which allows cancer cells to hide from the immune system You can see all the ways that galectin-3 fuels cancer development and growth .
And by blocking galectin-3 , you can disrupt the protection it offers to cancer… and finally truly defeat cancer .
When it comes to blocking galectin-3 , you want the most effective and only natural option : Modified Citrus Pectin ( MCP ) .
This potent cancer-fighter starts with citrus pith , the white part between the peel and the fruit , and amplifies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ state , citrus pectin molecules are too large to affect your health down to the cellular level .
By modifying citrus pith with a complex patented process , the pectin gets transformed into much smaller , low-weight molecules that can be easily absorbed by the body .
And when modified citrus pectin gets to work , it can influence your cellular health and protect you from the dangers of circulating galectin-3 .
MCP binds to galectin-3 , effectively shutting it down .
By blocking galectin-3 , MCP stops the inflammation , fibrosis , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ At the same time , MCP supports immune function in critical ways , including activating special cells – NK and T cells – that can specifically target and kill cancer .
Another way MCP helps you defeat cancer : It helps conventional treatments like chemotherapy , immunotherapy , and radiation therapy work better by increasing their effectiveness .
That allows for better results , and possibly lower doses of those harsh treatments , which reduces their toxic side effects .
And there ’ s a huge stack of science backing up MCP ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cancer .
Scientists have been studying the healing actions of MCP for decades , with overwhelmingly positive results .
From lab studies to animal research to human clinical trials , they ’ ve uncovered exactly how MCP can be your most powerful ally in the fight against cancer .
With so many published studies on MCP , it ’ s impossible to include them all .
Here ’ s what you need to know about how MCP stops galectin-3 and improves cancer treatment and outcomes .
MCP has been proven to help fight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cell activation by 1,000 % and increasing their fighting strength by 54 % • None enhancing the ability of chemotherapy to kill deadly ovarian cancer cells • None working synergistically with other botanical compounds to stop the invasive behavior of breast and prostate cancer cells By successfully blocking galectin-3 , Modified Citrus Pectin substantially improves your chance of defeating cancer… and thriving through the process .

When your doctor says “cancer,” you may not be able to hear anything else. That diagnosis can feel scary and overwhelming, making it hard to focus on information.
Once you get home and you’ve had some time to digest your diagnosis, you may jump on the Internet to start finding out more about your condition. That’s one of the smartest things you can do… as long as you get your information from a credible, reliable source.
Because the more you know about your cancer, the better your chances of overcoming your challenge and healing. When you understand what’s going on in your body, you can address it head on. That will include targeting a runaway protein called galectin-3, cancer’s best friend and ally – and the worst enemy of your health and survival.
How Cancer Happens
We talk about cancer like it’s one disease, but it’s not. Different types of cancer behave differently. Some cause noticeable symptoms early on, for example, and other types grow unnoticed for years. Some cancers grow quickly, while others develop more slowly.
Cancer can start anywhere in your body, and where it starts dictates what kind of cancer it is. For example, cancer that starts in your breast is considered breast cancer. It can also spread to other places in your body, but that doesn’t change the origin of your cancer. So breast cancer that spreads to your liver is still breast cancer (not liver cancer).
All cancers start at the cellular level. Unlike infections – where an outside germ enters your body and makes you sick – cancer cells start out as regular, healthy cells.
How does one healthy cell transform into cancer? Normally when a cell gets damaged, it dies. Sometimes, though, a damaged cell doesn’t die. It just keeps doing what regular cells do – making copies of itself. And because the original cell was damaged, all of the copies will be damaged too. Those damaged cells keep multiplying, band together, and start to crowd out healthy cells. That’s how cancer develops and tumors form.
But in order for cancer to get that far, it relies on that runaway protein galectin-3. Research shows that galectin-3 is a key cause of all kinds of cancer. And blocking galectin-3 offers a chance for preventing and treating cancer successfully.
12 Different Cancers Caused by Galectin-3
No matter what kind of cancer you’re dealing with, it probably involves galectin-3. Medical researchers keep discovering connections between the runaway protein and cancer development and outcomes.
At least a dozen different cancers have been linked directly to galectin-3, including:
Leukemia Breast Gynecological, such as cervical and ovarian Prostate Colon Lymphoma Lung Kidney Liver Bladder Bone Brain
Scientists will probably discover that practically every type of cancer involves galectin-3. That’s because this protein sets off a cascade of cancer-causing events that make it virtually impossible for your body to protect itself without targeted support.
4 Ways Galectin-3 Causes Cancer
Cancer starts with damaged cells that don’t follow the normal cellular rules: Instead of dying off and leaving the body like they’re supposed to, they stick around and multiply. Galectin-3 contributes to the original cell damage… and then also helps those damaged cells stay alive when they shouldn’t be.
Galectin-3 causes cancer through four disease-promoting actions: ,
Inflammation. Inflammation signals cells to grow and multiply faster, an action that’s meant for repairing injuries. Galectin-3 sparks inflammation that sends that same message to cancer cells, so they continue to grow and multiply out of control.
Oxidative stress. Oxidative stress causes damage to healthy cells, the kind of damage that can lead to the cell mutations present in cancer. Normally, your body produces antioxidants or pulls them from your diet to keep oxidative stress under control. Galectin-3 interferes with your body’s response to oxidative stress, increasing the damage to your cells.
Fibrosis. Fibrosis refers to the production of special connective tissue to mend injuries. When fibrosis keeps going when there’s no injury to fix, thick scar tissue develops. When that happens internally, it damages tissues and organs, which can fuel cancer growth and progression. Galectin-3 activates fibrosis and keeps it from turning off, leading to the development of several cancers.
Immune suppression. Immune suppression means your body’s natural defenses against cancer get blocked, giving cancer the chance to grow uncontrolled. Galectin-3 shields cancer
cells against immune system detection and prevents immune cells from effectively targeting and eliminating cancer cells.
But galectin-3 doesn’t stop with causing cancer. Galectin-3 also helps cancer grow and survive…
How Galectin-3 Supports and Protects Cancer
Your body has ways to get rid of damaged cells so they can’t turn into cancer. But galectin-3 interferes by acting like a cancer bodyguard, keeping damaged cells alive so they can grow and spread. Galectin-3 plays a part in many cancer processes, including:
Proliferation, the sped-up division and replication of cancer cells
Angiogenesis, the development of new blood vessels that deliver supplies (like nutrients) to tumors
Apoptosis resistance, where cancer cells ignore the pre-programmed cell death (called apoptosis) normally used to kill off damaged cells
Tumor formation and progression, how cancer cells begin to clump together and then grow as a unit
Metastasis, where cancer cells spread to other areas of the body and invade healthy tissues and organs
Immune evasion, which allows cancer cells to hide from the immune system
You can see all the ways that galectin-3 fuels cancer development and growth. And by blocking galectin-3, you can disrupt the protection it offers to cancer… and finally truly defeat cancer.
When it comes to blocking galectin-3, you want the most effective and only natural option: Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP). This potent cancer-fighter starts with citrus pith, the white part between the peel and the fruit, and amplifies its healing powers.
In its natural state, citrus pectin molecules are too large to affect your health down to the cellular level. By modifying citrus pith with a complex patented process, the pectin gets transformed into much smaller, low-weight molecules that can be easily absorbed by the body. And when modified citrus pectin gets to work, it can influence your cellular health and protect you from the dangers of circulating galectin-3.
MCP binds to galectin-3, effectively shutting it down. By blocking galectin-3, MCP stops the inflammation, fibrosis, and oxidative stress that promote cancer. At the same time, MCP supports immune function in critical ways, including activating special cells – NK and T cells – that can specifically target and kill cancer.
Another way MCP helps you defeat cancer: It helps conventional treatments like chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy work better by increasing their effectiveness. That allows for better results, and possibly lower doses of those harsh treatments, which reduces their toxic side effects.
And there’s a huge stack of science backing up MCP’s ability to block galectin-3 and fight cancer.
Research Highlights Modified Citrus Pectin’s Cancer-Fighting Powers
Scientists have been studying the healing actions of MCP for decades, with overwhelmingly positive results. From lab studies to animal research to human clinical trials, they’ve uncovered exactly how MCP can be your most powerful ally in the fight against cancer.
With so many published studies on MCP, it’s impossible to include them all. Here’s what you need to know about how MCP stops galectin-3 and improves cancer treatment and outcomes. MCP has been proven to help fight cancer by:
increasing NK cell activation by 1,000% and increasing their fighting strength by 54%
inhibiting tumor growth by blocking galectin-3
promoting programmed cell death (apoptosis) in cancer cells and preventing metastasis
increasing cancer cell sensitivity to radiotherapy, allowing for a reduced clinical dose
enhancing the ability of chemotherapy to kill deadly ovarian cancer cells
working synergistically with other botanical compounds to stop the invasive behavior of breast and prostate cancer cells
By successfully blocking galectin-3, Modified Citrus Pectin substantially improves your chance of defeating cancer… and thriving through the process.


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-27--Hidden Toxins Increase Your Breast Cancer Risk

Breast cancer can be a life-changing diagnosis , and that ’ s especially true for young women and even men .
Most breast cancer patients are older women , but the disease can attack anyone .
And , unfortunately , when young women get this devastating diagnosis , the cancer tends to be more aggressive… with lower survival rates .
Looking at the big picture , breast cancer statistics seem grim : • None 12 % of American women will develop invasive breast cancer during their lives • None more than 325,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 276,000 of those will be invasive breast cancer • None at least 2,600 men are expected to get a breast cancer diagnosis annually • None more than 42.000 women will die from breast cancer in 2020 • None around 85 % of breast cancer cases are found in women with no family history of the disease The numbers are even bleaker for younger women .
Because while overall breast cancer cases have increased slowly over the past decade , diagnoses in young women under 40 have nearly doubled .
And that ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exposure to cancer-causing toxins .
You ’ re exposed to dozens of chemicals every day , and many of them have been linked with increased risk for breast cancer .
Those threats fall into two main categories – xenoestrogens and heavy metals – and both are much more present than you may realize .
Xenoestrogens are man-made chemicals that act like estrogen in the body .
They trick your body into thinking they are estrogen , so your body ’ s hormone receptors let them in .
And because they disrupt the way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ xenoestrogens substantially increase your risk for developing breast cancer .
Heavy metals are naturally occurring minerals such as lead , mercury , and arsenic that are toxic to people .
These metals pose a double threat when it comes to breast cancer because they ’ re known to have both estrogen-mimicking and cancer-causing properties .
Scientific studies confirm that heavy metal exposure directly increases your risk of breast cancer .
Unfortunately , you ’ re exposed to xenoestrogens and heavy metals all the time .
They ’ re in the air you breathe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many foods you eat .
These chemicals hide out in dozens of everyday products such as : You can see why it ’ s virtually impossible to completely avoid heavy metals and xenoestrogens – they ’ re everywhere .
And they pose an enormous threat to your breasts .
That ’ s because your body locks toxins away in fatty tissue , including breast tissue .
While those toxins are stored in your breasts they can damage breast cells , making them more likely to become cancerous .
And on top of all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protein called galectin-3 .
You may not have heard of galectin-3 before , but this runaway protein plays a deadly role in breast cancer .
Galectin-3 encourages breast cancer development and progression in seven critical ways : • None Migration – helping breast cancer cells travel to other parts of the body • None Invasion – making it easier for cancer cells to enter and take over healthy tissue • None Anti-apoptosis – helping cancer cells avoid pre-programmed cell death so they can stay alive when they aren ’ t supposed to • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ system from attacking and killing cancer cells Breast cancer cells rely on galectin-3 for survival and growth .
That ’ s why blocking galectin-3 improves your body ’ s ability to fight breast cancer and win .
One of the most potent natural breast cancer fighters – Modified Citrus Pectin , or MCP – comes from something you ’ d normally throw in the trash .
MCP starts out as citrus pith , the bitter white part between the peel and the fruit .
Citrus pectin molecules are naturally too large to affect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that ’ s where you need to be to fight breast cancer effectively .
Putting citrus pith through a patented process modifies the pectin into tiny molecules that your body can easily absorb .
From there , modified citrus pectin quickly begins to help you fight breast cancer in five very important ways : • None Detoxifies : MCP delivers gently powerful detoxing actions to help rid your body of heavy metals and other environmental toxins that can trigger breast cancer .
• None Inhibits Galectin-3 : MCP binds to and blocks galectin-3 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s breast cancer-promoting activities .
• None Enhances conventional breast cancer therapies : MCP works synergistically with chemotherapy , radiation therapy , hormonal therapy , and natural botanical therapies to increase their effectiveness .
• None Fights cancer directly : MCP reduces breast tumor growth by 70.2 % and stops breast cancer cells from spreading to the lungs .
• None Boosts critical immune function : MCP activates special cancer-targeting immune cells to increase your body ’ s own cancer-fighting capabilities .
Through these actions , MCP can help prevent and treat breast @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using it to detoxify and boost immunity , the safer your breasts will be .
Man-made xenoestrogens threaten your breast health every day .
Nature supplies potent protection… you just have to know where to find it .
The most effective polybotanical breast health formula will contain a highly researched blend of nature ’ s most targeted breast protectors such as : • DIM ( 3,3 ’ -diindolymethane ) , a compound naturally found in vegetables like kale and broccoli that helps block toxic xenoestrogens and balance natural estrogen levels to reduce “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Botanically enhanced mushrooms grown on immune-enhancing and cancer-fighting botanicals to offer medicinal quality immune system support , especially when it comes to fighting breast cancer growth and spread • Immune-supporting botanical extracts , concentrated to deliver powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds for healthier breast tissue Packed with power , a botanical formula containing these ingredients can increase the effectiveness of chemotherapy too : • None turn on the cellular “ death switch ” in breast cancer cells • None Shows benefit in both estrogen positive and triple negative breast cancer With the power @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a targeted botanical formula , it ’ s easier to stop breast cancer in its tracks… so you can focus on healing .
Both MCP and focused botanicals help your body fight breast cancer .
And when you use them together , they work even more effectively to protect your breasts .
This combination reduces the invasive behavior of breast cancer even at very low doses .
In fact , the synergy between MCP and targeted botanicals increases their anti-tumor actions by 40 % .
And when you ’ re fighting a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want every possible advantage .
Adding MCP and a targeted botanical formula to your anti-cancer toolkit gives you that edge for more effective healing .

Update 12/18/2020: Previous claims about Modified Citrus Pectin fighting breast cancer are supported by animal studies, but not human clinical data. Because of this, these statements have been removed.
Breast cancer can be a life-changing diagnosis, and that’s especially true for young women and even men. Most breast cancer patients are older women, but the disease can attack anyone. And, unfortunately, when young women get this devastating diagnosis, the cancer tends to be more aggressive… with lower survival rates.
Two Natural Botanical Solutions Protect Your Breasts
Looking at the big picture, breast cancer statistics seem grim:
12% of American women will develop invasive breast cancer during their lives
more than 325,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in women this year
approximately 276,000 of those will be invasive breast cancer
at least 2,600 men are expected to get a breast cancer diagnosis annually
more than 42.000 women will die from breast cancer in 2020
around 85% of breast cancer cases are found in women with no family history of the disease
The numbers are even bleaker for younger women. Because while overall breast cancer cases have increased slowly over the past decade, diagnoses in young women under 40 have nearly doubled. And that’s at least partly due to our constant exposure to cancer-causing toxins.
Everyday Chemicals Increase Breast Cancer Risk
You’re exposed to dozens of chemicals every day, and many of them have been linked with increased risk for breast cancer. Those threats fall into two main categories – xenoestrogens and heavy metals – and both are much more present than you may realize.
Xenoestrogens are man-made chemicals that act like estrogen in the body. They trick your body into thinking they are estrogen, so your body’s hormone receptors let them in. And because they disrupt the way your hormones are supposed to work, xenoestrogens substantially increase your risk for developing breast cancer.
Heavy metals are naturally occurring minerals such as lead, mercury, and arsenic that are toxic to people. These metals pose a double threat when it comes to breast cancer because they’re known to have both estrogen-mimicking and cancer-causing properties. Scientific studies confirm that heavy metal exposure directly increases your risk of breast cancer.
Unfortunately, you’re exposed to xenoestrogens and heavy metals all the time. They’re in the air you breathe, the water you drink, and many foods you eat. These chemicals hide out in dozens of everyday products such as:
plastic water bottles
cosmetics
processed and packaged foods
nail polish and nail polish remover
skin cream
soaps and shampoos
furniture
jewelry
toys
You can see why it’s virtually impossible to completely avoid heavy metals and xenoestrogens – they’re everywhere. And they pose an enormous threat to your breasts.
That’s because your body locks toxins away in fatty tissue, including breast tissue. While those toxins are stored in your breasts they can damage breast cells, making them more likely to become cancerous. And on top of all that, toxins wake up a harmful protein called galectin-3.
7 Ways Galectin-3 Promotes Breast Cancer
You may not have heard of galectin-3 before, but this runaway protein plays a deadly role in breast cancer. Galectin-3 encourages breast cancer development and progression in seven critical ways:
Proliferation – speeding up breast cancer cell division and replication Aggregation – helping breast cancer cells stick together to form tumors Migration – helping breast cancer cells travel to other parts of the body Invasion – making it easier for cancer cells to enter and take over healthy tissue Angiogenesis – forming new blood vessels for tumors Anti-apoptosis – helping cancer cells avoid pre-programmed cell death so they can stay alive when they aren’t supposed to Immune inhibition – preventing your immune system from attacking and killing cancer cells
Breast cancer cells rely on galectin-3 for survival and growth. That’s why blocking galectin-3 improves your body’s ability to fight breast cancer and win.
Modified Citrus Pectin May Support Against Cancer
One of the best ways to support healthy breast cells is with an ingredient called Modified Citrus Pectin, or MCP – that comes from something you’d normally throw in the trash. MCP starts out as citrus pith, the bitter white part between the peel and the fruit used to make pectin.
Citrus pectin molecules are naturally too large to affect your health on the cellular level… and that’s where you need to be to fight breast cancer effectively. Putting citrus pith through a patented process modifies the pectin into tiny molecules that your body can easily absorb. From there, modified citrus pectin quickly begins to help you support breast health in very important ways:
Detoxifies: MCP delivers gently powerful detoxing actions to help rid your body of heavy metals and other environmental toxins that can harm breast health and cellular integrity. Inhibits Galectin-3: MCP binds to and blocks galectin-3 , helping to reduce the protein’s breast cancer-promoting activities. Enhances conventional breast therapies: MCP is shown to work synergistically with conventional oncological protocols as well as natural botanical therapies, to help increase their effectiveness. Enhances critical immune function: MCP activates special immune cells to support your body’s defenses.
Botanical Formula Protects Your Breasts
Man-made xenoestrogens threaten your breast health every day. Nature supplies potent protection… you just have to know where to find it.
The most effective polybotanical breast health formula will contain a highly researched blend of nature’s most targeted breast protectors such as:
DIM (3,3’-diindolymethane), a compound naturally found in vegetables like kale and broccoli that helps block toxic xenoestrogens and balance natural estrogen levels to reduce “hormone fuel” for breast cells
Botanically enhanced mushrooms grown on immune-enhancing botanicals to offer medicinal quality immune system support
Immune-supporting botanical extracts , concentrated to deliver powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds for healthier breast tissue
Modified Citrus Pectin Plus Targeted Botanicals Work Together
Both MCP and focused botanicals help support breast health. And when you use them together, they work even more effectively to protect your breasts.
This combination promotes optimal breast cell function even at very low doses. In fact, the synergy between MCP and targeted botanicals increases their benefits for breast cellular health by 40%.
When you’re looking for substantial breast cellular health support, adding MCP and a targeted botanical formula to your toolkit will help provide you with every possible advantage.


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-27--What Is Your Dog Telling You When It Paws You? We May Have Some Answers

Dog behavior can often be puzzling .
Trying to understand the reasons why your canine companion barks , whines , licks , or jumps is not always as straightforward as you might think .
One such confusing dog behavior commonly queried is pawing .
Whether you ’ re sitting on the couch with a plate full of people-food or scratching your pooch behind the ears , an extended paw can mean different things .
According to experts , there are a few reasons why your furbaby is extending its paw to you .
As much as pet parents might wish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ communicate in the same way we do .
Dog behavior is essentially their language , and much can be learned by simply paying attention .
It ’ s important to remember that dogs , like most animals , use their entire body to get their point across to others .
Whether your pup is pawing at your leg , extending a paw while being pet , or responding to a “ shake ” command , they ’ re communicating .
Just like human body language , though , canine language is nuanced .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but there are a few common reasons that dogs tend to touch in this way .
Vet expert Sarah Wooten , DVM , has plenty of opportunities to observe dog behavior .
She notes that dogs often communicate with their paws as a response to their human caretakers .
When a dog learns how to “ shake ” and observes our positive reaction , they ’ re likely to repeat the behavior .
This is especially true when a reward is offered ( like a treat , praise , or extra pets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then , is their way of getting your attention .
After all , if it worked once , it will work again !
( 1 ) As beings that are enamored by humans , dogs thrive on our companionship .
According to dog trainer Rebecca Forrest , these animals aren ’ t too shy to let us know when they need attention .
Forrest has noticed this in her own furry companion as well .
“ My dog tends to put her paw on me when I ’ ve been busy for most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for The Dog Clinic .
“ She ’ s asking me to play and giving me a gentle reminder ‘ hey I ’ m here and I have needs too . '
” ( 2 ) Getting What They Want Dogs are simple creatures with simple wants .
A paw is a great way for a dog to communicate their needs .
Have you ever been petting your furbaby and had them raise their paw or extend it toward you ?
This is a way for them to say they want you to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ getting attention , this same paw may be a way of asking for more .
Other wants–like food–can often be communicated by pawing .
The only problem with this is that you don ’ t always want to give in to this behavior , especially if it ’ s not mealtime .
( 1 , 2 ) A paw placed on you and left there is often a way for dogs to express love .
According to veterinarian Sara Ochoa , DVM , dogs get that we liked to be touched just like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reciprocating gesture , just like a hug .
Additionally , science has shown that both humans and dogs experience the feel-good hormone oxytocin when petting .
The more contact , the more those loving feelings can be exchanged .
So if you ’ re dog paws you , consider it a reciprocation of the love you lavish on them .
While they may be asking for more food or attention , this is also an expression of love .
They know that you are the one who provides for and takes care of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that you ’ ll meet all their needs , and they ’ ll happily give you the love back .
( 1 , 2 )

Dog behavior can often be puzzling. Trying to understand the reasons why your canine companion barks, whines, licks, or jumps is not always as straightforward as you might think. One such confusing dog behavior commonly queried is pawing. Whether you’re sitting on the couch with a plate full of people-food or scratching your pooch behind the ears, an extended paw can mean different things. According to experts, there are a few reasons why your furbaby is extending its paw to you.
A Not-So-Puzzling Dog Behavior
As much as pet parents might wish, dog’s don’t communicate in the same way we do. Dog behavior is essentially their language, and much can be learned by simply paying attention. It’s important to remember that dogs, like most animals, use their entire body to get their point across to others.
Whether your pup is pawing at your leg, extending a paw while being pet, or responding to a “shake” command, they’re communicating. Just like human body language, though, canine language is nuanced. All pawing behavior is not created equal, but there are a few common reasons that dogs tend to touch in this way.
Getting Attention
Vet expert Sarah Wooten, DVM, has plenty of opportunities to observe dog behavior. She notes that dogs often communicate with their paws as a response to their human caretakers. When a dog learns how to “shake” and observes our positive reaction, they’re likely to repeat the behavior. This is especially true when a reward is offered (like a treat, praise, or extra pets). Repeating this dog behavior, then, is their way of getting your attention. After all, if it worked once, it will work again! (1)
As beings that are enamored by humans, dogs thrive on our companionship. According to dog trainer Rebecca Forrest, these animals aren’t too shy to let us know when they need attention. Forrest has noticed this in her own furry companion as well. “My dog tends to put her paw on me when I’ve been busy for most of the day,” she wrote for The Dog Clinic. “She’s asking me to play and giving me a gentle reminder ‘hey I’m here and I have needs too.'” (2)
Getting What They Want
Dogs are simple creatures with simple wants. A paw is a great way for a dog to communicate their needs. Have you ever been petting your furbaby and had them raise their paw or extend it toward you? This is a way for them to say they want you to continue. Alternatively, when they stop getting attention, this same paw may be a way of asking for more. Other wants–like food–can often be communicated by pawing. The only problem with this is that you don’t always want to give in to this behavior, especially if it’s not mealtime. (1, 2)
Saying ‘I Love You’
A paw placed on you and left there is often a way for dogs to express love. According to veterinarian Sara Ochoa, DVM, dogs get that we liked to be touched just like they do. It’s a reciprocating gesture, just like a hug. Additionally, science has shown that both humans and dogs experience the feel-good hormone oxytocin when petting. The more contact, the more those loving feelings can be exchanged.
So if you’re dog paws you, consider it a reciprocation of the love you lavish on them. While they may be asking for more food or attention, this is also an expression of love. They know that you are the one who provides for and takes care of them. Their pawing shows their assurance that you’ll meet all their needs, and they’ll happily give you the love back. (1, 2)


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-28--Girl, 8, Pulls A 1,500-year-old Sword From A Lake In Sweden

What ’ s the most exciting thing you ’ ve found while swimming ?
It might be a shell or a piece of driftwood you mistook for a shark .
Chances are , it wasn ’ t a sword .
But , for one eight-year-old Swedish girl , it was .
Saga Vanecek , 8 , and her family had a cottage on Lake Vidöstern in Tånnö , an area of southern Sweden .
The water level had been very shallow this summer ; Saga ’ s father told her it was the hottest summer in 260 years .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the lake , to warn boats of the incredibly low water level and prevent them from running aground .
“ I waded into the water and it was very soft on my skin and refreshing , a little bit cool but not too cold , ” Saga says .
“ It was a nice feeling because the sun was shining and I was very hot .
Daddy was begging me to rush so he could watch the World Cup final , but I like to take my time about things so I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bottom of the lake , looking for skipping stones , when she found it .
( 1 ) The Sword From The Lake “ My hand and knee felt something long and hard buried in the clay and sand , ” Saga says .
“ I pulled it out and saw that it was different from the sticks or rocks I usually find.
” She didn ’ t know quite what it was at first–just that it had a handle on one end and a point on the other .
Regardless , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ called out , “ Daddy , I ’ ve found a sword !
” She thought she looked like a real warrior .
Her father compared her to the children ’ s book heroine , Pippi Longstocking .
When her father asked to have the sword , Saga was pretty upset .
“ It was my sword , ” she explains , “ and now he was taking it away !
” But the sword was starting to bend , so she ended up surrendering it to him .
( 1 ) What @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her mother and other relatives to share her exciting news , her father started to investigate .
“ Daddy went to show it to our neighbors , whose family has lived in the village for more than 100 years , ” says Saga .
“ They said it looked like a Viking sword.
” When they took it to an archaeologist , the woman was instantly excited .
She estimated it to be over 1,000 years old .
She was right–but further testing revealed it was actually over 1,500 years old .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keep news of the discovery under wraps until they could check the lake for other artifacts .
“ I did tell one of my best friends , Emmy , and now I know I can trust her , ” Saga explains .
“ She didn ’ t tell anybody , except her parents – but they promised not to tell anybody else , so that ’ s OK. ” ( 1 ) There was a brooch that looked to be around the same age as the sword , and an 18th-century coin recovered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ examination .
Now , Saga ’ s sword is in a museum–but she ’ s hoping to raise enough money for a replica she can keep .
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What’s the most exciting thing you’ve found while swimming? It might be a shell or a piece of driftwood you mistook for a shark. Chances are, it wasn’t a sword. But, for one eight-year-old Swedish girl, it was.
Before The Sword
Saga Vanecek, 8, and her family had a cottage on Lake Vidöstern in Tånnö, an area of southern Sweden. The water level had been very shallow this summer; Saga’s father told her it was the hottest summer in 260 years. He asked her to bring a buoy out into the lake, to warn boats of the incredibly low water level and prevent them from running aground.
“I waded into the water and it was very soft on my skin and refreshing, a little bit cool but not too cold,” Saga says. “It was a nice feeling because the sun was shining and I was very hot. Daddy was begging me to rush so he could watch the World Cup final, but I like to take my time about things so I ignored him.”
She was crawling along the bottom of the lake, looking for skipping stones, when she found it. (1)
The Sword From The Lake
“My hand and knee felt something long and hard buried in the clay and sand,” Saga says. “I pulled it out and saw that it was different from the sticks or rocks I usually find.” She didn’t know quite what it was at first–just that it had a handle on one end and a point on the other. Regardless, she thrust it into the sky and called out, “Daddy, I’ve found a sword!”
She thought she looked like a real warrior. Her father compared her to the children’s book heroine, Pippi Longstocking.
When her father asked to have the sword, Saga was pretty upset. “It was my sword,” she explains, “and now he was taking it away!” But the sword was starting to bend, so she ended up surrendering it to him. (1)
What The Sword Is
While Saga ran to her mother and other relatives to share her exciting news, her father started to investigate. “Daddy went to show it to our neighbors, whose family has lived in the village for more than 100 years,” says Saga. “They said it looked like a Viking sword.”
When they took it to an archaeologist, the woman was instantly excited. She estimated it to be over 1,000 years old.
She was right–but further testing revealed it was actually over 1,500 years old.
The archaeologist asked Saga and her family to keep news of the discovery under wraps until they could check the lake for other artifacts. “I did tell one of my best friends, Emmy, and now I know I can trust her,” Saga explains. “She didn’t tell anybody, except her parents – but they promised not to tell anybody else, so that’s OK.” (1)
Other Discoveries
There was a brooch that looked to be around the same age as the sword, and an 18th-century coin recovered from the lake as well, after examination. Now, Saga’s sword is in a museum–but she’s hoping to raise enough money for a replica she can keep. (1)


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-28--“It’s Brought Joy”: Georgia Food Writer Opens Porch Restaurant For Chipmunk

If you have chipmunks in your neighborhood you know they can be quite entertaining .
My husband loves our local chipmunks and feeds them peanuts every day .
Moving faster than the speed of light , fighting with their fellow chipmunks , chattering loudly when they miss out on feeding time , they provide hours of entertainment .
My cat Boo gives the chipmunk show a two paws up .
However , for one Atlanta-based food writer , a little chipmunk became her savior .
( 1 ) Like millions of others , Angela Hansberger found herself without work thanks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ food writer when restaurants closed , she lost her livelihood with nothing to write about .
However , one day the appearance of a little chipmunk made things better .
( 1 ) Looking for a way to keep her mind occupied , Hansberger eyed a chipmunk outside her door and decided to start feeding him .
However , her menu didn ’ t consist of peanuts and seeds like my husband ’ s lunch of the day .
Instead , she relied on her research and food expertise , creating a new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1 ) Her garden became her grocery store and with her encyclopedic knowledge of fine dining , she became a five-star chipmunk chef .
Serving her exclusive guest , aptly named Thelonious Munk , she opened a restaurant on her front porch .
( 1 ) With a special table reserved just for him , Thelonious chows down on a long list of chipmunk inspired delicacies including veggie pizza with a side salad , imitation sushi with walnut wontons , or spaghetti with date meatballs complete with almond flour breadsticks .
Sounds like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grateful chipmunk .
( 1 ) Restaurant For Chipmunk Table For One Going to great lengths to create new meals for Thelonious every day has provided solace to someone suffering from anxiety .
“ I was facing a lot of anxiety .
I kind of hid it , ” says Hansberger .
“ Gosh , I ’ m crying .
I was really sad for all the people in the industry that I worked with.
” ( 1 ) Today , she feels joy as she serves her little guest , getting creative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even how she serves it .
For example , her mini breadsticks come in a tiny thimble .
She serves the little critter at a homemade chipmunk sized picnic table .
Very Disney don ’ t you think ?
( 1 ) Trust me , she sees the silliness of the whole thing .
She could barely explain how challenging making little tortillas was before she broke down laughing .
But that ’ s the point of it all .
The joy .
“ It ’ s brought joy .
I have more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of my children .
It ’ s bad , ” she says .
But really it is the opposite of bad .
It is good .
In fact , it ’ s wonderful .
( 1 ) As for Thelonious , while he might know the why behind the daily treat , he certainly gets the idea .
He appears in seconds once she lays out his table .
He fills up on today ’ s special , then takes the rest away in his cheeks .
God ’ s little doggie bags @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it appears he appreciates the service .
“ One day he came up with this little , tiny bundle – wadded up leaves – and put it on the table .
So , I take it to mean he brought a tip .
”

If you have chipmunks in your neighborhood you know they can be quite entertaining. My husband loves our local chipmunks and feeds them peanuts every day. Moving faster than the speed of light, fighting with their fellow chipmunks, chattering loudly when they miss out on feeding time, they provide hours of entertainment. My cat Boo gives the chipmunk show a two paws up. However, for one Atlanta-based food writer, a little chipmunk became her savior. (1)
Food Writer’s Restaurant For Chipmunk
Like millions of others, Angela Hansberger found herself without work thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. As a food writer when restaurants closed, she lost her livelihood with nothing to write about. However, one day the appearance of a little chipmunk made things better. (1)
Looking for a way to keep her mind occupied, Hansberger eyed a chipmunk outside her door and decided to start feeding him. However, her menu didn’t consist of peanuts and seeds like my husband’s lunch of the day. Instead, she relied on her research and food expertise, creating a new and exciting menu every day. (1)
Restaurant For Chipmunk’s Garden Fresh Menu
Her garden became her grocery store and with her encyclopedic knowledge of fine dining, she became a five-star chipmunk chef. Serving her exclusive guest, aptly named Thelonious Munk, she opened a restaurant on her front porch. (1)
With a special table reserved just for him, Thelonious chows down on a long list of chipmunk inspired delicacies including veggie pizza with a side salad, imitation sushi with walnut wontons, or spaghetti with date meatballs complete with almond flour breadsticks. Sounds like vegan heaven served up fancy-like to a grateful chipmunk. (1)
Restaurant For Chipmunk Table For One
Going to great lengths to create new meals for Thelonious every day has provided solace to someone suffering from anxiety. “I was facing a lot of anxiety. I kind of hid it,” says Hansberger. “Gosh, I’m crying. I was really sad for all the people in the industry that I worked with.” (1)
Today, she feels joy as she serves her little guest, getting creative not only with her menu, but even how she serves it. For example, her mini breadsticks come in a tiny thimble. She serves the little critter at a homemade chipmunk sized picnic table. Very Disney don’t you think? (1)
Restaurant For Chipmunk Brings Joy
Trust me, she sees the silliness of the whole thing. She could barely explain how challenging making little tortillas was before she broke down laughing. But that’s the point of it all. The joy. “It’s brought joy. I have more videos of this chipmunk than I have of my children. It’s bad,” she says. But really it is the opposite of bad. It is good. In fact, it’s wonderful. (1)
Satisfied Customer At Restaurant For Chipmunk
As for Thelonious, while he might know the why behind the daily treat, he certainly gets the idea. He appears in seconds once she lays out his table. He fills up on today’s special, then takes the rest away in his cheeks. God’s little doggie bags. (1)
As for Thelonious, it appears he appreciates the service. “One day he came up with this little, tiny bundle – wadded up leaves – and put it on the table. So, I take it to mean he brought a tip.”


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-30--5 Things Your Eyes May Be Trying To Tell You About Your Health

You certainly have heard that phrase “ the eyes are the window to the soul ” .
Eyes can say so much .
They can show emotions like anger or sadness .
Even your pupils dilate when looking at someone you love .
This happens because your dopamine levels go up when expecting something good .
You can have the same reaction when waiting for that delicious piece of cake , though .
Eyes don ’ t only tell our emotions , they can tell about our overall health .
That is why it is important to pay attention to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Like the following ones : A “ blind spot ” in your vision is also called scotoma , which affects your eye health .
It can be a bit alarming when it happens .
If they are together with stars , zig-zag lines or sparkles can indicate a migraine with aura .
This scotoma lasts between 50 to 60 minutes , usually ending in a headache .
It is important to see your doctor if the vision blind spot lasts over 60 minutes or if they don ’ t resolve themselves naturally .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ experiencing a stroke .
( 1 ) You may not be surprised if I say that blurred vision is very common nowadays .
As we spend a big part of our days looking at our phone , computer , and other devices ’ screens .
More cases of blurred visions are known .
Doctors called this condition ‘ dry eye syndrome ’ or ‘ digital eye strain ’ .
If you are experiencing blurred vision , consult your physician or optometrist to take care of your eye health .
Possible solutions can be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or a vision therapy program .
When cloudy vision happens together with other symptoms such as headache , numbness on one side of the body , eye redness , confusion , trouble talking , and any other serious symptoms .
Seek medical care promptly .
These can be signs of more serious health problems .
( 2 ) In Frank Hebert ’ s novel Dune , he describes people that live in the desert to have blue on blue eyes due to the consumption of a spice .
This image is quite strange @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life , the white of your eyes can turn yellow .
It will be hard not to notice as well as running to the doctor .
Yellow whites can indicate that you may be suffering from bile obstruction , hepatitis , cirrhosis , jaundice , or any other liver or blood-related diseases .
Eyebrows are also an important part of our eye health .
Noticeable changes can give us clues of any other underlying health issues .
While it is common to lose hair in different areas of your body , this gets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is just a natural cycle of our bodies .
Although , if you notice a significant loss in eyebrow hairs , this may be a sign of high levels of stress , aging , or nutrient deficiency .
It can also be related to a thyroid hormonal imbalance , either hyperthyroidism ( too much thyroid hormone ) or hypothyroidism ( too little thyroid hormone ) .
In very rare cases eyebrow loss can be a sign of alopecia aerate ( spot baldness ) .
( 3 ) It ’ s hard to ignore @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shows up in your eye , either on your eyelid or somewhere else .
They are also unpleasant and inconvenient .
A sty appears because of a blocked sebaceous gland .
This usually disappears within a couple of days .
If the sty lasts longer you should seek medical attention .
This can be a sign of a more serious eye infection or a sebaceous gland carcinoma , a rare form of cancer that affects your eye health .

You certainly have heard that phrase “the eyes are the window to the soul”. Eyes can say so much. They can show emotions like anger or sadness. Even your pupils dilate when looking at someone you love. This happens because your dopamine levels go up when expecting something good. You can have the same reaction when waiting for that delicious piece of cake, though.
Eyes don’t only tell our emotions, they can tell about our overall health. That is why it is important to pay attention to any changes in your eye health. Like the following ones:
Blind Spot
A “blind spot” in your vision is also called scotoma, which affects your eye health. It can be a bit alarming when it happens. If they are together with stars, zig-zag lines or sparkles can indicate a migraine with aura. This scotoma lasts between 50 to 60 minutes, usually ending in a headache. It is important to see your doctor if the vision blind spot lasts over 60 minutes or if they don’t resolve themselves naturally. Migraine with aura increases the possibility of experiencing a stroke. (1)
Blurred Vision
You may not be surprised if I say that blurred vision is very common nowadays. As we spend a big part of our days looking at our phone, computer, and other devices’ screens. More cases of blurred visions are known. Doctors called this condition ‘dry eye syndrome’ or ‘digital eye strain’.
If you are experiencing blurred vision, consult your physician or optometrist to take care of your eye health. Possible solutions can be wearing special glasses while using electronic devices or a vision therapy program.
When cloudy vision happens together with other symptoms such as headache, numbness on one side of the body, eye redness, confusion, trouble talking, and any other serious symptoms. Seek medical care promptly. These can be signs of more serious health problems. (2)
Yellow Whites
In Frank Hebert’s novel Dune, he describes people that live in the desert to have blue on blue eyes due to the consumption of a spice. This image is quite strange to us. However, in real life, the white of your eyes can turn yellow. It will be hard not to notice as well as running to the doctor.
Yellow whites can indicate that you may be suffering from bile obstruction, hepatitis, cirrhosis, jaundice, or any other liver or blood-related diseases.
Eyebrow loss
Eyebrows are also an important part of our eye health. Noticeable changes can give us clues of any other underlying health issues. While it is common to lose hair in different areas of your body, this gets quickly replaced by new hair. It is just a natural cycle of our bodies. Although, if you notice a significant loss in eyebrow hairs, this may be a sign of high levels of stress, aging, or nutrient deficiency.
It can also be related to a thyroid hormonal imbalance, either hyperthyroidism (too much thyroid hormone) or hypothyroidism (too little thyroid hormone). In very rare cases eyebrow loss can be a sign of alopecia aerate (spot baldness). (3)
Permanent Sty
It’s hard to ignore when that uncomfortable bump (sty) shows up in your eye, either on your eyelid or somewhere else. They are also unpleasant and inconvenient. A sty appears because of a blocked sebaceous gland. This usually disappears within a couple of days. If the sty lasts longer you should seek medical attention. This can be a sign of a more serious eye infection or a sebaceous gland carcinoma, a rare form of cancer that affects your eye health.


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-30--All The Ways Miracle Product Borax Could Be Used To Change Your Life

Frequently I ’ ve taken notice of how clean homes are whilst visiting different people in my life .
One product my eyes often spot , placed strategically , is a little box or tub of Borax .
I ’ ve seen it in bathrooms , kitchens , even in backyard sheds .
I ’ ve speculated on whether it ’ s safe and how I might use it .
Here ’ s what I ’ ve discovered on the miracle box of powder .
What exactly is Borax ?
Borax ( sodium borate/ sodium tetraborate ) is an alkaline @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of boric acid .
It ’ s a powdery mineral that naturally occurs when a lake bed evaporates , mined from Turkey , Central Andes , Tibet , and California .
Industries use it to manufacture glazes and enamels , to fireproof textiles and wood , and largely as a cleaning agent .
It ’ s even in demand by children , as an ingredient in making ooey-gooey slime !
( 1,2,3,4 ) • Kitchen .
Borax can be mixed with dish soap and vinegar to make an all-purpose spray , and with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ down drains or garbage disposals it will have everything smelling fresh , whilst mixed with lemon juice tackles grime on stainless steel .
A small amount in the dishwasher cleans both machine and dishes .
• Bathroom .
Spraying water/Borax mix onto tiles will rid them of mildew .
Sprinkling directly onto bathroom fixtures , then wiping with a damp rag removes mineral deposits and grime .
Putting boiling water and Borax down a drain will unclog it , and one cup left overnight down the toilet bowl will take off stains .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Borax , baking soda , and essentials oils .
• Garden .
Mixing with water gives natural fertilizer , and some garden areas benefit from dry Borax .
Vegetables and fruits such as strawberries , apples , cabbages , celery , broccoli , cauliflower , etc .
requiring high amounts of boron will benefit .
Ants die off by consuming it with a good mix of sugar ( to entice ) .
Borax also staves off mice , as they don ’ t like getting it on their feet .
Lastly , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and dirt off garden tools , even gloves .
• Laundry .
Borax has a high PH , softening hard water .
It inhibits mold , fungi , and bacteria and eliminates ammonia , making cleaning easier .
Pre-soak your laundry for 30 minutes in a solution of one tablespoon of borax per gallon of warm water .
For whitening add a 1/2 cup Borax to your laundry directly in with the clothes .
• Personal .
Can be used to make whitening toothpaste by mixing with coconut oil , baking soda , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a cleansing treat for hair and scalp , particularly dandruff , and studies show that hair strengthens with Borax , even reversing alopecia .
As a key ingredient already used in many brand name cosmetics , why not experiment or take a class in learning how to make your own skin and body care cosmetics including Borax for beauty miracles .
( 5 , 6 , 7 ) Is Borax harmonious for use in my home ?
Borax is heavily sanctioned in the USA and with all the grading and data currently available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , non-toxic , and still a good choice .
Treat it as you would with other products in your home , keeping it in a safe spot away from children and pets .
( 2 , 9 )

I don’t often align myself with products but this is one that I just had to share!
Some of you may already know years ago, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.
I can still recall what it felt like to have my life change overnight…
I went from an Executive Director of a non-profit organization, running marathons, rock climbing, hiking canyons and kayaking to being completely bedridden and staring at a wall for 15 hours a day.
Of course, I went to see many doctors but unfortunately I didn’t find the help I needed. So, I had to set off on my own journey to learn my true path to healing.
I’d pretty much turned-over every rock trying to find relief for my pain, sleep issues and myriad of other symptoms…
Fast-forward 18 years.
I was determined to climb one of the true wonders of the natural world, Machu Picchu, the mystical home of the Incas in Peru.
It was there, after a grueling day when my feet, knees, legs, and lower back hurt so bad, that I thought I would have to abandon hopes of our next climb which was Rainbow Mountain! That night I pulled out a little spray bottle of “aceite de magnesio” that a friend had given me before I left on my trip.
What the heck, I thought. I was desperate. And I applied it all over my body before bed.
Because of the grueling day, I woke up expecting to be immobilized, but instead we were off to climb Rainbow Mountain and…I was totally pain-free!
I know it sounds impossible, but it’s 1000% the truth.


healthyholisticliving--2020-10-30--Strong Women Always Fall for Emotionally Unavailable Men

I am highly suspicious of the word “ always ” when applied to people ’ s behavior .
How many times have you found yourself saying “ You always do this ” when arguing with your partner ( or kids for that matter ) ?
It ’ s one of those broad statements that exaggerate a situation , but it is also what I feel is a common perception .
So I feel to say strong women “ always ” fall for emotionally unavailable men is a bit presumptuous .
In fact , it might be something not so strong @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find they ’ re “ always ” falling for the wrong guy .
So what ’ s this emotionally unavailable man all about and why are “ strong ” women always falling for them ?
( 1 ) Independent , strong women apparently are very confident .
So does it really make sense that such an Amazon of a female who holds her head high and remains poised no matter what would fall for an emotionally unavailable man ?
Well let ’ s see what makes a man emotionally unavailable : • They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , in a relationship or just not willing to commit • They can be emotionally unavailable , so flawed or broken in some way In other words , they pose a challenge , right ?
Hmmm .
A challenge ?
Wait , wouldn ’ t a strong woman be attracted to a challenge ?
Perhaps .
So strong women spot a guy who appears intelligent , awfully dashing , of course sexy , yet slightly aloof , a little removed , or somehow in need of repairs .
Doesn ’ t it make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
Wouldn ’ t this strong woman feel even better about herself if she could somehow dominate this guy ?
Or maybe it ’ s not so selfish .
Maybe , just maybe she thinks she can fix him !
Yes , that must be it .
She sees the challenge presented by this poor broken or neglected man and knows she can make him better .
She can repair his heart , bring back his feelings ( outdo his current partner with more love , sex , and understanding ) and even @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aversions to be with her !
You never know , that could be it .
Next , strong women are successful right ?
Yep , that seems right .
So , if a woman is very successful , enjoying her career , always going for what she wants , a gung-ho gal set in her ways and killing it in every area , would she necessarily want an Alpha male who ’ s doing the same ?
Wouldn ’ t that kind of infringe on her success — kind of take away her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ much manly dominance into her life ?
Sure , she might see it that way .
And how about that independence ?
If a strong woman sees an emotionally available man , won ’ t he pose a threat to her independence ?
Won ’ t he want to get married , or at least move in with her since she ’ s so wonderful and strong and beautiful and smart ?
Wouldn ’ t he start to edge his way in and try to make decisions either with her or for her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
Yep , I think he just might .
So if strong women ALWAYS fall for emotionally unavailable men , it ’ s probably because their independence and success make them want to take on challenges and not give up their independence .
Mystery solved .

I am highly suspicious of the word “always” when applied to people’s behavior. How many times have you found yourself saying “You always do this” when arguing with your partner (or kids for that matter)? It’s one of those broad statements that exaggerate a situation, but it is also what I feel is a common perception. So I feel to say strong women “always” fall for emotionally unavailable men is a bit presumptuous. In fact, it might be something not so strong women like to tell themselves if they find they’re “always” falling for the wrong guy. So what’s this emotionally unavailable man all about and why are “strong” women always falling for them? (1)
Strong Women And Unavailable Men
Independent, strong women apparently are very confident. So does it really make sense that such an Amazon of a female who holds her head high and remains poised no matter what would fall for an emotionally unavailable man? Well let’s see what makes a man emotionally unavailable:
They can be situationally unavailable, so married, in a relationship or just not willing to commit
They can be emotionally unavailable, so flawed or broken in some way
In other words, they pose a challenge, right? Hmmm. A challenge? Wait, wouldn’t a strong woman be attracted to a challenge? Perhaps.
Strong Women Love A Challenge
So strong women spot a guy who appears intelligent, awfully dashing, of course sexy, yet slightly aloof, a little removed, or somehow in need of repairs. Doesn’t it make sense this unavailable man poses a challenge? Wouldn’t this strong woman feel even better about herself if she could somehow dominate this guy? Or maybe it’s not so selfish. Maybe, just maybe she thinks she can fix him! Yes, that must be it. She sees the challenge presented by this poor broken or neglected man and knows she can make him better. She can repair his heart, bring back his feelings (outdo his current partner with more love, sex, and understanding) and even get him to cast aside his commitment aversions to be with her! You never know, that could be it.
Strong Women Cling to Success
Next, strong women are successful right? Yep, that seems right. So, if a woman is very successful, enjoying her career, always going for what she wants, a gung-ho gal set in her ways and killing it in every area, would she necessarily want an Alpha male who’s doing the same? Wouldn’t that kind of infringe on her success — kind of take away her glory and throw in a little too much manly dominance into her life? Sure, she might see it that way.
Strong Women And Independence
And how about that independence? If a strong woman sees an emotionally available man, won’t he pose a threat to her independence? Won’t he want to get married, or at least move in with her since she’s so wonderful and strong and beautiful and smart? Wouldn’t he start to edge his way in and try to make decisions either with her or for her? Like, share stuff with her? Yep, I think he just might.
So if strong women ALWAYS fall for emotionally unavailable men, it’s probably because their independence and success make them want to take on challenges and not give up their independence. Mystery solved.