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We
have a lot to cover this month, so I am going to get started right away. Since
we are having two big events dealing with toxicity and detoxification this
month, that is going to be the topic. Please remember that I am giving a
talk on the subject “Creating a Non-toxic Home Environment” on Thursday,
September 11 at 7:00 pm and also that our three week detoxification begins
on Tuesday, September 30 with the first meeting for that detoxification
being on Thursday, September 25 at 7:00 pm. Both meetings are at the
Avondale Center Office. Check our “Events” section about what is coming up.
The
first part of this Newsletter comes largely from my favorite Medical
Doctor, Sherry Rogers. I use her material quite a bit, and love what she
contributes to the health of all of us. Her book, Detoxify or Die is right in line with what I teach!
Whenever
I talk about phthalates it seems there is a little confusion. Simply put,
phthalates are plasticizers and are the number one pollutant in the body.
We cannot totally avoid them since they are the backbone of all plastics.
They make plastics flexible and durable, and they are found in pesticides,
detergents, cosmetics, medications, and even shampoos! When they enter our
cells they cause the symptoms of diseases that medicine then treats with
drugs forever. Phthalates are in not only every human, including newborn
babies, but are even in every species of animal in the wild and in all
regions of the world, including even the most pristine areas. I will use
the term phthalates and the term plastics interchangeable, but please keep
in mind that phthalates are only one of the toxins present in plastics.
Phthalates
damage the chemistry of fatty acids which are the fundamental chemistry in
every cell lining or membrane. Fatty acids are the basis of the brain,
memory, emotion, all hormones, and even life itself. Plastics damage the
chemistry need for all healing. Phthalates create a zinc deficiency which
goes on to create indigestion, depression, heart disease, cancer, diabetes,
and accelerated aging. They damage the pancreas, thus creating diabetes,
insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome X. This leads to heart disease
and other vascular diseases.
Phthalates
damage the metabolism of our most important fatty acid, DHA which causes
abnormal functions from low intelligence to the need for glasses to early cancers
and heart disease. They lead to chronic inflammation which is the ultimate
underlying pathology of all disease.
Phthalates
lower sulfation which stops the ability to detoxify your body. One of the
many side effects of this is allergies to molds, dusts, foods, and everyday
chemicals that never bothered you before. Now the
traditional
medical doctor thinks you are nuts!!
They
also damage hormone function, especially of the thyroid and testosterone.
They also do this without affecting the tests for these two vital
components of body health. So, the doctor can find no indication of what is
causing the “disease,” even if he looks for it. Now, you are called a
hypochondriac.
And
it goes on and on. They damage the cytochromes (yielding an inability to detoxify
other pollutants), they poison the body’s ability to make catalase (the
enzyme that blocks the growth of cancerous tumors), and they damage the
peroxisomes (leading to high cholesterol and low “happy hormones” known as
neurotransmitters).
And
most diseases will not be cured no matter what the doctor does unless the
phthalates are removed.
You
get phthalates from plastic wrap (like Saran Wrap), Styrofoam cups and
trays, plastic bottles, and all other plastics, especially when they are
heated, either by the Sun or by microwaving. They come from some of the
enteric coatings on pills that are intended to make the pills “slow
release.” All medicinal patches release phthalates into the body to be
taken up by the cell membranes. IV tubings and bags and even dialysis
machines boost phthalates in the body. Contact lenses, dental glues, and
even glues for joint replacements release phthalates into the body. We get
a dose of phthalates from skin absorption of cosmetics, body lotions, hair
gels, shampoos, deodorants, PVC pipes, detergents and some foods. I could
go on and on, but I hope you get the picture. Since plastics damage every
aspect of every cell function, they make it impossible for people to heal,
lose weight or just plain get well.
So,
what can you do? I think this is the reason that some people think
Nutritionists who are experts in detoxification should be properly called
“Cell Repair Specialists.”
First
of all, you need to be tested to be able to diagnose if you have toxicity,
which toxins are in your body, and in what amounts. Then, we can start the
process of detoxification. We do this with an Organic Acid Test and
Environmental Pollutants Test. These two tests will then help us to
customize a detoxification program for you, and to be able to measure
whether our treatment is working. We can use very safe supplements and
antioxidants to do this detoxification.
We
also can eat two or more servings a day of Brassica or cruciferous
vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower,
radishes, watercress, arugula, turnips, collard greens, kale, rutabaga, and
more. We can drink Brassica Tea (made by the Baltimore Coffee and Tea
Company).
And
we can use the ultimate detoxification machine—a Far Infrared Sauna. This
not only reduces the environmental pollutants like phthalates, but also all
the other EP’s and even heavy metals like cadmium, mercury, lead and
aluminum.
Remember
that even the animals in the wild, pristine areas harbor phthalates and they
don’t drink from Styrofoam cups or use plastic wrap. Polar bears in the
Arctic have osteoporosis and hypothyroidism from our chemicals. Considering
the level of plastics we are exposed to daily in our air, food and water,
we should detoxify our bodies on a continuing basis forever. It is the only
way to reverse many diseases, and it is an important and potent part of
your anti-aging plan.
Because
I have been asked so many times about the causes of Autism Spectrum
Disorders and also about what I mean when I talk about a “sane vaccination
schedule, I want to touch on another subject (this is from very recent
research and I thank Dr. Joseph Mercola for the following information):
There
are certain things that can be done to prevent and recover from Autism and
all the Autism Spectrum Disorders (ADD, ADHD, etc.).:
1.
Avoid exposure to as many environmental toxins as you
can, such as pesticides, herbicides, and all sources of mercury, aluminum,
and fluoride.
2.
Eat a diet tailored to your correct Metabolic Type
(see our Web Page).
3.
Eliminate all milk products from your diet. This
includes all milk products such as ice cream, yogurt and whey. Even avoid
natural flavorings in food.
4.
Eliminate all sugar, juice, soda, French fries and
wheat.
5.
Get 30 minutes of sun a day and take a high quality
Vitamin D supplement all year long, but especially in the winter.
6.
Follow a sensible vaccination schedule if you
decide to or feel forced to vaccinate your child or yourself:
a.
No vaccinations at all until the child is two
years old.
b.
No vaccines that contain mercury (Thimerasol) or
aluminum.
c.
No live virus vaccines.
d.
The following vaccines may be given one at a time every six months
beginning at age 2:
Pertussis
Diphtheria
Tetanus
Polio (the Salk vaccine, cultured in
human cells)
No
other vaccinations are indicated or advised.
Until
next month: stay healthy!
Please
tell your family, friends, co-workers, and everyone you know to please sign
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As
always, your questions, comments, and suggestions are welcomed!
All of Dr. Baldwin’s recommendations are based on
solid scientific research. However, no
one Nutritional Plan will work for ever person, nor will any one
Nutritional Plan work for every disease or degenerative condition. Pathways is not a substitute for
proper medical diagnosis of conditions which may require medical or
surgical intervention. Our
Diagnostic System allows us to treat the person with the condition and not
the condition that has the person.
Our program is not simply a weight loss program. It is a program intended to help
the client learn how he or she can attain optimal health and
wellness with a healthy immune system.
We maintain that everyone should be able to live life to the fullest
and enjoy each day of life. To get in touch with us, dial 410-326-6690 and
we will be only too happy to help you!
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