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Age Related Memory Loss
Affected by Emotions

EVANSTON, ILLINOIS - A new study conducted at Northwestern University and published in the journal Psychological Science sought to determine if attitude can affect memory decline.

The team of researchers analyzed data from 991 middle-aged and older U.S. adults and assessed them three times. In the beginning and then two more times in 8 year increments. In the first assessment they just recorded positive emotions of participants but in the final two assessments they also gave them memory tests.
According to lead author, Emily Hittner, a PhD graduate of Northwestern University:

"Our findings showed that memory declined with age. However, individuals with higher levels of positive affect had a less steep memory decline over the course of almost a decade.

If you’re interested in slowing age related memory loss you might want to consider taking steps maintain the most positive attitudes possible.

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Hi Jimi,

We’re so excited about this week’s masterclass module!

Today you’re going to have the opportunity to learn from integrative cancer care expert, Dr. Nalini Chilkov.

Dr. Chilkov is a seasoned clinician and an innovator, building bridges between modern and traditional healing paradigms and partnering with physicians to provide best outcomes for patients.

One of the top questions she receives is, "what should I eat?"

And today, you’re going to learn all about her Outsmart Cancer Diet, which will help you in choosing what to eat and avoid if you’ve been diagnosed, how to maximize your preventative care with foods, and ensuring you’re eating the best possible foods when recovering from cancer.




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Thanks in advance for participating in this life-changing experience :).

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P.S. Have any unanswered questions? Submit your questions about this module below the video, and we’ll answer any question you may have on Thursday’s Q&A call as long as you are a premium member.




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Hey,
2020 was marked by stay-at-home recommendations/orders… which obviously lead to a massive increase in how much screen time the average kid -- and adult -- is getting every day.
How much screen time is too much? How can we, as parents, help our kids get the best out of the Internet -- but without becoming addicted to devices or watching content that’s harmful to their mental health and development?
In this new episode of Smarter Tech, I had the immense privilege to pick the brain of Paul Chek -- one of the most important mentors I’ve had in my adult life -- on that very topic.
If you want to develop a healthy relationship with technology and the Internet world, and if you want your kids to do the same… this is an interview you do not want to miss:
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===> [New Podcast] Parenting Around Tech & Screentime in 2020 w/ Paul Chek
Enjoy the episode,
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The Case Against Multitasking: One Point at a Time

Who’s better at multitasking, men or women?

That’s a trick question, actually – the answer is no one.

Long-time followers will know that we at the Urban Monk don't believe in multitasking – as an enterprise, as a goal, or even as a possibility.

Not only can’t it be done (truly), but even if it could be done, it shouldn’t be. It’s an illusion. But we’re convinced as a society, because technology allows us to do so much more so much faster, that if we bundle our responsibilities, we’ll save time and effort.

And the truth is that you’ll do less of the things you need to do and less effectively if you spend your time training yourself to multitask.

According to leading scientists, it’s a fool’s errand anyway. The prevailing theory is that when we think we’re multitasking – called concurrent multitasking – we’re actually rapidly doing one thing after another – sequential multitasking.

Think back to time compression syndrome – that crunched, rushed, manic feeling we get when we’ve committed to too many things in too short a time. Trying to be in two places at once, occupying two mental spaces at once, or trying to complete two tasks at once are all equally futile.

The kind of cognitive functioning that you’re able to access when you’re stressed out with scattered focus is all hind-brain – which is to say, you’re not thinking with your prefrontal cortex.
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Fighting against time, and beating yourself about the head and shoulders for not executing your multitasks perfectly, is the perfect recipe for reinforcing what your monkey brain thinks: you’re dumb, slow, and falling woefully short of societal expectations.

And that’s the feedback loop we find ourselves caught in when we try to multitask.

Let’s get into what researchers consider the two types of “multitasking” that most of our behavior can be described as…​
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Concurrent Multitasking

Concurrent multitasking is probably closest to what we imagine we’re doing when we set out to tackle more than one thing at a time.

It’s the process by which we actually execute those independent tasks at the same time. For example, driving and talking on the phone, or cooking and listening to music, or speaking to your boss while also taking notes about your meeting.

Here’s the bit where scientists and researchers can disagree: some believe that there is no such beast as concurrent multitasking, that it’s sequential multitasking being done very rapidly.

Others believe that concurrent multitasking can be achieved through a lot of practice so that certain tasks being completed in the same instance can operate like a sort of muscle memory.

However, the consensus on whether or not it yields the best results is clear: concurrent multitasking ends in all tasks being completed with less accuracy.

That’s why we have laws about texting and driving – doing both necessitates doing both badly.​
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Part of the reason for this is that, especially when the two or more tasks you’re trying to complete are similar in nature, the areas of the brain that you use too complete those tasks have too much demand…

Reading road signs and reading text, for example, or using your depth perception to look at where your phone is held in your hand and looking at where your car is in relation to the lines on the road.
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Too much demand and less energy to go around means you mentally cannot perform all tasks as well as you’d perform just the one.

Sequential Multitasking

Sequential multitasking is the practice by which your brain quickly groups and organizes tasks into similar boxes and orders them.

For example, cooking dinner may seem like one task, but it’s actually many tasks that your brain prioritizes and executes. Pull out zucchini, go to grab the knife and on the way back, pull the butter from the fridge to soften, chop zucchini and toss into a bowl, run the water into the kettle and turn it on…

Or while you’re working – flipping between tabs, firing off an email, writing a document, reading an article for research, and using the stationary bike underneath your desk to get in your daily exercise.

Sequential multitasking differs from concurrent in that you’re aware that you’re switching between tasks. Concurrent multitasking may still be switching between tasks, but your brain has deluded itself into thinking you’re actually doing several things in the same breath.

That’s why some people consider themselves excellent multitaskers – they can get dinner on the table, switch the laundry over while something is being timed in the oven, pay attention to the documentary that’s on TV in the background, and help their children with their homework seemingly all at once.

Now that we understand it isn’t happening all at once…

We can start to unpack the massive cognitive pressure multitasking puts on the frontal region of the brain.

It feels exhausting, fruitless, and affirms the low opinions of ourselves we all seem to have. We are performing at a lower level of excellence than we would be if we’d just committed to one task at a time.

This time compression syndrome, the same thing that leads us to believe multitasking is the only way out, is almost inevitable in a modern householder.

There really are too many things to do – and that’s why the answer isn’t multitasking.

It’s organizing.

Check out the Life Garden course if you’re interested in how to use time-chunks to design your life, rather than relying on crushing to-do lists by extracting ourselves from the present moment to live in a stultifying spiral of task-hopping and future-tripping.

And don’t forget – Focus comes out on November 10th. You can pre-order it here, if you’d like!
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Can Men Dine Their Way to Higher Sperm Counts?

By Chauncey Crandall, M.D.

A healthy diet is good for your brain and heart, and also your sperm, new research suggests.

In a study of more than 2,900 Danish men, median age 19, those whose diet was rich in fish, chicken, vegetables, fruit, and water had higher sperm counts than those who ate a "Western" diet rich in pizza, French fries, processed and red meats, snacks, refined grains, sugary beverages, and sweets, researchers found.

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"Because following a generally healthy diet pattern is a modifiable behavior, our results suggest the possibility of using dietary intervention as a possible approach to improve sperm quality of men in reproductive age," said lead study author Feiby Nassan, postdoctoral research associate at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health in Boston.

Sperm count can affect fertility because the lower the count, the lower the chance of getting a partner pregnant.

For the study, Nassan’s team compared sperm counts among men who ate a healthy diet; a Western diet; a Danish diet rich in cold processed meats, whole grains, mayonnaise, cold fish, condiments, and dairy; and a vegetarian-style diet rich in vegetables, soy milk, and eggs, but no red meats or chicken.

Median sperm counts were highest among men who ate a healthy diet (167 million), followed by the vegetarian-style diet (151 million) and the Danish diet (146 million).

Men who followed a Western diet had the lowest median sperm count (122 million). They also had lower levels of some sex hormones that boost fertility, the investigators found.
 
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If you are still thinking of putting together a fall garden here is a good resource.
My friend and colleague, Stacey Murphy, provides mentorship to thousands of vegetable gardeners of all ages who nourish their loved ones with homegrown, organic food.
I’ve seen her workshops touch the lives of beginning growers, vegetable gardeners, and homesteaders. Her students cultivate successful gardens and backyard farms across 6 continents.

And now she’s released a brand new Masterclass, “Three scientifically proven strategies for an abundant vegetable and herb garden any time of year (in any climate, indoors or outdoors!)”

This Masterclass will help you overcome any obstacles standing in the way of you growing an abundance of fresh vegetables and herbs for your dinner table.

It’s a powerful Masterclass... and it’s 100% free.

You’ll discover:

* What nobody tells you about plants... your plants will LOVE you for knowing this!

* How the concepts of “growing zones” and “growing seasons” actually hold you back from real garden success and what to focus on instead.

* What the heck the Circle of Awesome is how to allow it to do the work for you

It only takes a couple minutes each week to create a thriving garden!

Whether you dream of starting a vegetable garden or are an avid gardener wanting to double your harvest or anything in between, I highly recommend Stacey’s work to help you live your dream of nourishing your family with fresh-picked, sun-kissed vegetables.

The Masterclass is available now along with her ebook “Your First Step to Grow Organic Vegetables”

Register today for this free Masterclass and grab your copy today

Keep grow'n,
 
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Diabetes Drug Recalled: Contains Cancer-Causing Ingredients​

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Diabetes affects over 100 million people living in the U.S. That’s a lot of drugs dispersed daily. So, when there’s a drug recall, it affects millions of people. Drug recalls occur when an over-the-counter or prescription medicine is taken off the market because it’s either defective or possibly...
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Take Immediate Control of Your Diabetes Health​
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Don’t forget to register for our groundbreaking Masterclass. More than 1,750 people have been raving about the incredible results they’ve experienced from this Masterclass.
Arm yourself with the knowledge to succeed brilliantly in this action-packed presentation that can help you discover the ins-and-outs of how to reverse insulin resistance using your food as medicine.​
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Hi Jimi,

I notice you haven’t signed up for S.H.I.N.E. 2020 yet. It starts on Friday!

My team and I are putting all the final touches on the schedule, presentations, guest speakers, surprises, and SO much more.

You’re going to see firsthand the creativity, magic, and innovation that will create an incredible, interactive, exclusive, virtual experience!

This is your chance to join us for THE virtual Nutritional Endocrinology event of the year!

If you’ve been thinking about signing up, but have some questions, then let’s chat.

I’m going to be on Zoom tonight, Monday November 9th, from 8pm to 8:45pm ET (5pm PT, 6pm MT, 7pm CT). I’ll stream it live to Facebook if you prefer to listen in and type in your questions. I’ll also give a few more details about what you can expect at S.H.I.N.E. 2020.

I've created some brand new documents that outline my “Reversing Autoimmunity” Framework, and we have some great activities planned so you’ll learn while having fun.

I hope to talk tonight - and more importantly, I hope to see you at SHINE.

Join me tonight on Zoom

OR Join me tonight on Facebook.

Wishing you joy, love, health and peace.
 
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Jimi,
To Reduce Fibro Pain, Increase Your Pain Threshold
Fibromyalgia syndrome is a complex medical condition, one that challenges patients and their doctors. Poor sleep, chronic diffuse pain, fatigue, brain fog, irritable bowel, and restless leg syndrome are common symptoms associated with the illness.
The cause of chronic fibromyalgia pain is linked to central sensitivity syndrome (CSS).
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In patients with CSS, the central nervous system becomes hypersensitive or overly sensitive to pain stimuli in a condition called hyperalgesia. CSS can also cause widespread and persistent pain associated with allodynia.
Allodynia is the experience of pain from stimuli that isn't normally painful. People with fibromyalgia will often describe this experience by saying, “My hair hurts.” Brushing the hair may produce pain, as will other simple activities such as washing your face, a hug, handshake, a tight shirt, or rolling over in bed.
If you have chronic inflammation or suffer from repetitive injuries your brain is receiving continuous electrical impulses. Over time, pain signals become amplified because your brain stays hyper-excited.
Even when pain signals should not be present, your brain still believes that they are, frequently amplifying them in the process. It becomes automatic and lasts long after the original injury is healed.
A low pain threshold from allodynia, and depleted stress coping chemicals, poor sleep, excess weight, and poor diet, ALL cause pain to be magnified. It doesn’t matter if your pain is being triggered from past surgeries, scar tissue, osteoarthritis (wear and tear arthritis), old injury, osteoporosis (bone loss), nerve damage, diabetes, or other pain triggering conditions.

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When your pain threshold is low (allodynia) pain no matter from where it originates, is more pronounced!​

To Reduce Chronic Fibro Pain - Increase Your Pain Threshold
There are several triggers that reduce your pain threshold including:
*Poor sleep is linked to a 40 percent increase in inflammation. Deep restorative sleep is key for making the chemicals your body needs to raise your pain threshold. Sleep deprivation leads to bankrupted stress coping chemicals, fatigue, more stress, and reduced stamina and resiliency to stress. A vicous cycle or poor sleep, pain, fatigue, nutritional and hormonal deficiencies, that then lead to more pain, stress, and less resistance to stress. Consistent deep restorative sleep raises your pain threshold.
*Nutritional deficiencies-are created from poor diet, stress, poor sleep, and some prescription drugs. These deficiencies, including B vitamins, magnesium, and amino acids are needed to make certain essential hormones, including serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, cortisol, and thyroid hormones. Optimizing nutritional deficiencies raises your pain threshold.
*Stress-depletes your stress coping savings account causing nutritional and hormonal deficiencies. This leads to less resistance to stress, causing more stress and more deficiencies. A low pain threshold is the end result of chronic stress.
*Adrenal fatigue-where your stress coping glands can’t keep up with daily stress, causes stress to be magnified, creating more stress, and more deficiencies. Fixing adrenal fatigue will raise your pain threshold.
*Hormonal deficiencies-including the brain hormones, serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, lower your pain threshold. All three of these hormones help reduce pain. Low thyroid can lead to a slowed nerve communication, nerve pain and general aches and pain.
 
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The Mediterranean Diet Promotes Eye Health

PORTUGAL—A recent study conducted at the University of Coimbra and presented at the 120th annual meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology found that the Mediterranean helps enhance eye health.

The study included 883 participants; 449 had early-stage AMD with no vision loss, while 434 didn’t have AMD. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of blindness. The researchers assessed food questionnaires that the participants completed between 2013 and 2015.

The team found that those who followed the Mediterranean had a 35 percent reduced risk of AMD, compared to those who did not follow the diet as closely.

According to the study author Rufino Silva:

“This research adds to the evidence that a healthy, fruit-rich diet is important to health, including helping to protect against macular degeneration.”

In addition to fruit, the following foods are considered part of the Mediterranean diet:
  • Vegetables
  • Legumes
  • Whole grains and nuts
  • Fatty fish
  • Olive Oil

If you are interested in improving or protecting your eye health as you age, you might want to consider following the Mediterranean diet.

Have a healthy day,
 
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Dr. Chauncey Crandall, M.D., writes:

A few bites of dark chocolate might offer a slight and temporary bump up in vision quality, research suggests. Heart-healthy compounds called flavanols appeared to sharpen eyesight for a group of 30 healthy young adults.

There’s been evidence in prior studies that the antioxidant flavanols in dark chocolate might help boost blood flow to the nervous system, boost heart function, and even help preserve the aging brain.

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To find out, researchers had 30 healthy adults, averaging 26 years of age, eat either a 1.5-ounce Trader Joe’s 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate bar or a similar-sized Trader Joe’s Crispy Rice Milk Chocolate bar.

Labels were removed from each bar so participants didn’t know what type of chocolate they were eating. About two hours later, each participant underwent vision testing using standard letter-based eye charts.

The result? Compared to people who’d eaten milk chocolate, those who’d snacked on the dark chocolate showed “small enhancements in visual acuity and large-letter contrast.”

Dr. Chauncey W. Crandall is author of Dr. Crandall’s Heart Health Report newsletter. He is a Yale graduate and is chief of the Cardiac Transplant Program at the world-renowned Palm Beach Cardiovascular Clinic in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. He practices interventional, vascular, and transplant cardiology.
 
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10 years ago, no one was talking about SIBO - Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. Chronic bloating, diarrhea, and constipation that plagued millions of people were mislabeled as merely IBS or “sensitive stomachs” or worse it was all in their heads.

Today, all that has changed… thanks in large part to the hard work of SIBO experts and advocates like Dr. Allison Siebecker.

We now know that MILLIONS of people worldwide actually have SIBO… It’s one of the most common tough challenges that I see in my own practice in folks with chronic complex illnesses. The good news is that SIBO is treatable! Woohoo.

Just one little problem remains…

Even with the right treatment, more than two-thirds of people with SIBO will relapse after treatment. It’s usually not because anything was done wrong… it’s just a fact of life with SIBO.

But if you’re one of the people struggling with SIBO or you’re a practitioner struggling with treating SIBO - even when you know all the treatment options, diet changes, and lifestyle tips - it’s incredibly frustrating and discouraging.

SIBO specialist Dr. Allison Siebecker saw this time and again with her “tough case” SIBO patients. Even with her tried-and-true treatments, some people just weren’t getting better.

So she started looking for the next steps needed to care for these patients… ideas and solutions off the beaten path.

A very helpful solution that I use are the nasal peptides called RG3 and BPC-157. I have a great discussion with Shivan Sarna on their mechanism of action and how to use, plus a bonus video on the role of mold in SIBO.

>>> Join me for the Next Steps for Treating Tough SIBO Masterclass Summit

At the Masterclass Summit, created by Dr. Siebecker and patient advocate Shivan Sarna, you’ll learn from more than 15 expert doctors - including Dr. Christensen - about the unconventional treatments they’ve seen work for SIBO patients time and again:
  • Immunoglobulin Therapy
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Peptide Therapy (Dr. Christensen!)
  • Sine Wave Treatment
  • Dynamic Neural Retraining System (DNRS)
  • Emotional Freedom Technique (Tapping)
  • Neural Therapy
  • Frequency Specific Microcurrent
  • And many more!
These aren’t treatments that “kill the overgrowth” - but they do provide resolution for SIBO underlying causes and symptoms that may be holding you back from feeling like you kicked SIBO once and for all.

(And if you are new to SIBO, Dr. Siebecker has included 4 of her own Masterclasses that cover all the basics of testing and treating, prokinetics, diet and underlying causes of SIBO.)

If you’ve got a stubborn case of SIBO or other digestive issues (or even any chronic disease)… there is so much for you to learn here!

>>> It’s all happening for just 48 hours from November 17-18 - so be sure to register NOW.

And when you register today, you’ll get access to two Masterclasses - taught by Dr. Allison Siebecker and Dr. Peter Whorwell - right away.

---> Register HERE and start watching right now

Always have Hope for Healing Health and Home
Dr. Margaret Christensen

PS - Don’t let unresolved SIBO symptoms hold you or your patients back from enjoying life. If you’ve tried the conventional and still need more help, don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about how to handle this tricky condition FREE - register here.
 
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Hi Jimi,

This week’s masterclass module with integrative cancer care expert, Dr. Nalini Chilkov, is still available for you to enjoy!

Go here to watch Module #9

Dr. Chilkov is a seasoned clinician and an innovator, building bridges between modern and traditional healing paradigms and partnering with physicians to provide best outcomes for patients.

One of the top questions she receives is what to eat when trying to prevent, fight, or recover from cancer.

And today, you’re going to learn all about her Outsmart Cancer Diet, which will help you in choosing what to eat and avoid if you’ve been diagnosed, how to maximize your preventative care with foods, and ensuring you’re eating the best possible foods when recovering from cancer.




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Hi Jimi

After a year that will go down in history and one that has shifted our perspective, so many of us are wanting a transformation.

Tomorrow we're kicking off our biggest online screening event of the year, and we'd love for you to join us.

Click here to save your spot for the online screening event.

You'll get instant access to four transformative films, including Transcendence 1 & 2, Food Matters, and Hungry for Change.

The best bit is you'll be joined by Laurentine and me plus the whole Food Matters community, and have from until Monday, November 23, to watch any or all of them at leisure.

These films are designed to inspire and kick start transformation - you just need to be willing to start.

Discover which foods to eat and which to avoid for optimal gut health, learn how to clear up your skin, look and feel younger, more vibrant, and discover how to use the power of your mind to create more abundance and vitality.

I hope you'll join us for our biggest online event of the year! We start tomorrow (Pacific Time), and can't wait to see you!​
In good health,

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Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician, seven-time New York Times best-selling author and internationally recognized expert on nutrition and natural healing.
I recently interviewed him for our "Ask the Expert" section inside the Health and Healing Club.
Here is an inspiring 12 minute video clip of Dr. Fuhrman from our interview talking about the best anti-cancer diet for health, longevity and weight loss.
Enjoy!
Wishing you health, healing and wholeness,
Nathan Crane

President, Panacea Community, LLC
Director, The Integrative Perspective
Founder, Inner Wisdom

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It's back by popular demand!

This is your official invite to a Special Encore of the Superfood Garden Summit, and it’s starting SOON!

Discover how to grow the most super-charged, nutrient-rich foods on the planet - Superfoods! Because these are the foods that contribute most to your health, vitality and longevity.

Join thousands of growers around the world for the viewing of this FREE 3-day online event here.

If you missed any part of the Superfood Garden Summit event this summer… now is your chance.

- AND - if you DID join us this summer, you’ll definitely want to tune in again!

BECAUSE THIS TIME…

You know things about your garden that you didn't know earlier this summer.

AND, you're going to hear new nuggets of wisdom that you didn't even know to listen to before.

Remember the event is free of charge for 3 days only.

You will hear NEW nuggets of wisdom when you listen again. The more you know… the more you grow!

Get access now to the Superfood Garden Summit

Check it out... you won't want to miss this line-up:

  • Vegetable & Herb Plants 101 - Stacey Murphy
  • How to Grow a Non-Stop Supply of Microgreens - Crystal Meserole
  • 4 Easy Ways to Grow Mushrooms - Tradd Cotter
  • Mistakes I Made So You Don’t Have To - Tom Bartel
  • Garden Healing: Celebrating Biodiversity and Peace - Manju Handa
  • Regenerative Soil for an Abundant Harvest - Matt Powers
  • Small Scale Vermicomposting You Can Do Anywhere - Rob Herring
  • Boosting the Nutrition of Your Edible Plants - Jessica Smith
  • Getting Your Garden Watered - Greg Peterson
  • Grow Your Own Spirulina - Dale Solomon
  • Garden Like an Herbalist - Heather Irvine
  • Heirloom Seeds & Picking Plants for Maximum Nutrition - Jason Matyas
  • Succession Planting & Intercropping for Better Yields - Melissa Norris
  • Setting Up Your Herbal Kitchen Medicine - Kami McBride
  • 3 Unusual Superfoods That You Can Grow Right At Home - Marjory Wildcraft

Once you register, you will get immediate access to the first 5 presentations. Here's some key takeaways about this event from your fellow community of gardeners:

"Using an old freezer to compost year round with the aid of Red Wiggler worms... thanks!" - Marcia F.

"Now I know I am not the only one who deals with the struggles of weather, poor soil and sometimes I just don't know what went wrong. Thank you."- Lyda E.

"I always have wanted to be more self-sufficient and not rely on the market to meet my vegetable needs". ~ Lisa M.

Learn to grow superfoods successfully here.
 
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EMF-Emitting Satellites: What You Need to Know​

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EMF-Emitting Satellites: What You Need to Know

While many people are well aware of the sources of EMF in their immediate environment, and may even be taking measures to mitigate their impact, there’s a new dangerous hidden source of EMF that most people don’t even consider... EMF-emitting satellites.
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Cider Roasted Vegetables​

Cider Roasted Veggies
Prep and cook time: 1 hour
Serves: 8-10
Vegetables:
  • 6 baby gold, purple, or red potatoes, cut up (may also use yams or sweet potatoes)
  • ½ cup butternut squash or pumpkin, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 sweet or red onion, cut into wedges
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • ½ head of cabbage (green or purple), sliced
  • 1½ cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 yellow squash, cut into half-moons
  • 1 handful whole green beans, trimmed
  • 1-2 portobello mushrooms, sliced or cut up
  • 1-2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • sea salt and ground pepper
Dressing:
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup natural apple cider
  • 1 tablespoon honey
Directions:
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Toss potatoes and butternut squash in 3 tablespoons avocado oil and place into large roasting pan.
  • Season with sea salt and ground pepper and bake for 20 minutes.
  • While potatoes and squash are baking, prepare the dressing.
  • Stir to blend all ingredients.
  • Pour the sauce over remaining veggies; toss well to coat.
  • Add veggies to potatoes in roasting pan.
  • Sprinkle with warming spices, if you prefer, such as curry, nutmeg, a touch of cinnamon, and/or some thyme.
  • Roast for another 16-20 minutes or until the veggies are tender.
 
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Trio Mashed Potatoes​

Trio Mashed Potatoes
Prep and cook time: 1¼ hours
Serves: 6-8
Ingredients:
  • 1 head of garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ghee (or more as needed)
  • 2 parsnips
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 sweet potato
  • 1 yam
  • 2 Yukon Gold potatoes (medium, organic)
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup (or more as needed) bone broth or veggie broth (without sugar)
  • 4 tablespoons freshly chopped oregano
  • 4 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
  • 4 tablespoons freshly chopped chives
  • lemon pepper and fresh horseradish, to taste
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut ¼ to ½ inch off the head of garlic, leaving skins intact but exposing the tops of the cloves. Brush lightly with 1 teaspoon oil. Place in ramekin or muffin tin and cover with foil. Wash veggies well. Cut into small pieces, toss with ghee and salt and pepper, and place in a roasting pan. Roast garlic and veggies at the same time in a preheated oven for 45 minutes.
When veggies are finished, mash them in a blender, food processor, or in a pot with a masher. Add chicken or veggie broth, as needed, for consistency. Squeeze cloves from the garlic skins into the vegetable mixture. Add ¼ cup Greek yogurt and continue blending or mashing. Work in herbs. Add lemon pepper and/or fresh horseradish if desired.
 
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Greetings!

When you think about sour condiments, what comes to mind? Perhaps lemon juice, vinegar ... how about unripe grape juice?

Unripe or green grapes (and other unripe fruits) have long been used to make a sour juice that can be used just like apple cider vinegar or lemon juice in salads, soups, and even desserts.

This preparation is known as sharab el hosrom in Arabic, ab ghooreh in Persian, and verjuice in France.

In our latest blog post, herbalist Nada Beydoun shares that this hosrom juice also has many health benefits!

As Nada says, "Hosrom or verjuice is an antimicrobial kitchen staple that I use whenever I feel the signs of a cold coming on, such as a sore throat or sinus congestion."



Find out more about hosrom and how to make it here.

Warmly,

Emily Han
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PS...

Like apple cider vinegar, you can take hosrom by the spoonful, add it to water, or use it in your cooking.

Go here to get Nada's recipe for Hosrom with Goldenrod Sage Honey.
 
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Hi Jimi,
Chocolate can be good for you. But most chocolate desserts are not, because they’re loaded with sugar, factory-farmed dairy products, and chemical additives.
So if you’re a chocolate lover who doesn’t want to compromise taste, but who also doesn’t want to fuel diabetes or cardiovascular disease, what should you do?
Make healthy chocolate desserts, of course!
Here are 7 delicious, dairy-free and sugar-free chocolate recipes you need to know about.
Yours for healthy indulgences,
Ocean Robbins
P.S. Chocolate can be surprisingly healthy — when you know what to do with it. Here are 7 recipes that will make your mouth water and keep your conscience clean.
 
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3 Ways Sugar Harms Your Heart

By Chauncey Crandall, M.D.

Simply put, sugar is a carbohydrate. There are many different types of specialty sugars for baking, cooking, and other specific purposes, but all of them are basically a form of glucose, a substance that occurs naturally in plants and fruits.

There is a well-rooted myth that refined sugar — the kind you keep in your sugar bowl — is the worst type, and that there is something inherently better about raw sugar, brown sugar, honey, or molasses.

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But it’s not true. Sugar is sugar. And all sugar is a source of empty calories.

The best that can be said for these other forms of sugar — like honey, maple syrup, and molasses — is that you can use a smaller amount of them. So, if you want something sweet, they are better than refined sugar. But watch the amount.

When it comes to your heart, sugar causes harm in three major ways:

Inflammation. There is good inflammation and bad inflammation. The bad inflammation, particularly chronic inflammation (which sugar fuels), is the type that is increasingly recognized as the driver of cardiovascular problems, including heart disease and stroke.

Diabetes. Some 29 million Americans, or 9% of the population, have diabetes — yet millions of them remain unaware of it. Although it’s tempting to assume that eating too much sugar automatically translates into diabetes, that isn’t the case. Genetics can be involved, as can the overconsumption of carbohydrates and fats. Most people who have diabetes are also overweight, and losing weight helps reduce the risk of this metabolic disorder.

Heart Disease. Sugar is now seen as a leading factor in the development of the cholesterol condition known as “dyslipidemia.” People with this condition have a particularly unhealthy blood lipid profile in which triglycerides are high and HDL cholesterol, the so-called “good” cholesterol, is low. Recent studies have found that lipid ratio can contribute to several health problems, especially heart disease and stroke.
 
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CALL TO ACTION
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Say NO To Forced Coronavirus Vaccine
Immense fear of the coronavirus, along with sweeping government-imposed shutdowns and stay-at-home orders, has crippled entire populations. Authorities now say the only way out is a vaccine for all along with 24/7 tracking and surveillance. Bill Gates, a tech billionaire who uses his wealth and status to influence policy, has gone on record saying that life will not return to normal until we can vaccinate the entire global population against COVID-19. Gates has also suggested that the coronavirus vaccine might become part of routine newborn immunizations. To that end, he is pushing for disease surveillance and a vaccine tracking system that might involve embedding vaccination records into our bodies through quantum dot technology.
 
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Dystopian "Great Reset": "Own Nothing and Be Happy", Being Human in 2030​

Dystopian "Great Reset": "Own Nothing and Be Happy", Being Human in 2030

The World Economic Forum's (WEF) annual meeting at the end of January in Davos, Switzerland, brings together international business and political leaders, economists and other high-profile individuals to discuss global issues. Driven by the vision of its influential CEO Klaus Schwab, the WEF is...
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Inflammation Masterclass with Dr. Elena Villanueva
Inflammation, when functioning properly, is essential to help the body fight off hostile microbes and repair damaged tissue. However, there is a much darker side to inflammation. This masterclass will give you everything you need to know about inflammation, its impact on your health, how to keep it from spreading, what you can do to reduce existing inflammation, and how to keep it away for good! The masterclass starts on November 8. Register Now
 
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Hey Jimi, hope you are doing well today.
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Our friends at The Sacred Plant have just released an outstanding new report / eRecipe book that they're giving away today and you don't want to miss...

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Hi ,

Want to know the secret to turn even the most boring ingredients into a scrumptious feast?

Add sauce(s)!

Sauces are the quickest and easiest way to punch up the flavor and make a dish really pop. And it's always best to make them yourself because store-bought sauces often have sugar, salt, oils, flavor enhancers and can get pricey - especially if you like to smother your dishes like us!

So to share the joy, here are 5 amazing plant-based sauce recipes for you to try out!

All 5 recipes have been prepared by the culinary team at Veg Health (they also have a nutritionist on their team so you know you're in for a healthy treat!)...

Whether you’re whipping up tacos, stir fry, pastas, or veggie bowls, you can use these five recipes to:

  • Turn a simple meal into a wow-worthy culinary experience
  • Get even the pickiest eaters to LOVE plant-based dishes
  • Give your leftovers and old recipes a makeover with exciting new flavors
And if you're like us, you like it fast and simple so each recipe is ready in 10 minutes or less!

On top of the five sauce recipes, the Veg Health team has invited the award-winning, plant-based chef Mark Reinfeld to show you surprising and creative ways to use your new sauces in a special bonus video.

Go here to get your complimentary copy of the Sauce Factor plus your bonus video from Chef Mark!

Enjoy and let us know which one is your favorite!

Live once, thrive daily

Tobi & Luke



P.S. Can't wait to try the “cheesy” sauce with the next burrito bowl or dip... try it for yourself when you download The Sauce Factor!
 
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Health Alerts
Dr. David Brownstein, M.D., writes:
In 1964, the surgeon general of the United States released the first report on smoking and health. The report stated that cigarette smoking was:
• A cause of lung and laryngeal cancer in men
• A probable cause of lung cancer in women
• The most important cause of chronic bronchitis
We also know that cigarette smoking is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
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In 1969, the U.S. Congress adopted the Public Health Cigarette Smoking Act, which required a health warning on cigarette packages and banned cigarette advertising on broadcast media.
In the 1960s, about 40% of Americans smoked cigarettes. By the 1980s, 32% of Americans smoked. The decline correlates with the declining rate of deaths from heart disease that began in the 1970s.
It is well-known that cigarette smoking is related to an increased homocysteine level.
For instance, a study in the European Heart Journal found that cigarette smoking was associated with increased plasma homocysteine level.
The study authors wrote, “Both [increased homocysteine and cigarette smoking] are associated with cardiovascular disease.”
The scientists reported that compared to control subjects who did not smoke and had normal homocysteine levels, cigarette smokers had more than 12 times the risk of cardiovascular disease.
In all groups studied, cigarette smokers had higher homocysteine levels than nonsmokers.
Cigarette smoking also elevates the risk for heart disease by increasing inflammation in blood vessels. Homocysteine is thought to cause heart disease by a similar increase in blood vessel inflammation.
There is no question that cigarettes are a direct cause of increased heart disease risk.
Dr. David Brownstein, M.D., editor of the Natural Way to Health newsletter, is a board-certified family physician and one of the nation’s foremost practitioners of holistic medicine. In addition to his practice, Dr. Brownstein has lectured internationally to physicians and is the author of six very popular books.
 
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If you’re concerned about the future of food security for both your family and the greater world, you’re not alone.
This is something I’ve been interested in even before the events of 2020. But now, it seems more important than ever to ensure we all have access to a variety of healthy foods for years to come.
I’ve signed up for this event and thought you might want to check it out: the 2020 Global Seed Summit.
It’s a free, 4-day online Summit gathering thousands of people around the world to learn from leading visionaries about why seeds are the key to a food secure future for individuals and society (and what you can do about it at home).
Attend for free this November 17-20 to feel in control of your food again and cultivate a healthier and more self-sufficient life.
Keep grow'n,
Jason
 
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How to be Thankful Grateful Blessed This Fall​

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How to be Thankful Grateful Blessed This Fall - Pink Fortitude, LLC

It's finally fall! The leaves are changing, the air is cooler, and there is pumpkin spice everywhere you go. We celebrate Thanksgiving and the season to be thankful. It's also a time to celebrate World Gratitude Day. But how? Here are some easy ways to be thankful grateful blessed this fall.
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Hi Jimi

It's finally here!

Our biggest free screening event of the year is now live, and as part of the Food Matters community, you can get instant access right now.

Click here to start watching right now > >

If you've missed our previous emails, here's what is happening :)

What: Food Matters Free Screening event - watch Transcendence Season 1 & 2, Food Matters, and Hungry for Change!

When: LIVE NOW until midnight Monday, November 23 (PST).

Where: From the comfort of your own home.

Cost: No cost. It's 100% free.

Why: We wanted to give you a front-row seat to some of the brightest minds in health, wellness, and nutrition so that you have the power to transform your life and health. Plus, we're celebrating the launch of the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program, a 10 week, online training course designed to help you transform lives, including your own.​
If any of our films has transformed your life then please do forward this email onto your family and friends. We need to share this critical lifesaving information with the world now more than ever before.​
In good health,​
 
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The Sugar and Cancer Connection: Why Sugar Is Called “The White Death”​

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The Sugar and Cancer Connection: Why Sugar Is Called 'The White Death'

As good as it may taste, sugar is NOT your friend. It may “feel' like your friend when it comforts you (due to the beta-endorphin rush in your brain), but sugar is really your ENEMY. Truth be told, regular consumption of sugary foods is one of the worst things that you can do for your health...
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Berries: A Top Anti-Diabetes Food​

Berries: A Top Anti-Diabetes Food

Berries aren’t called superfoods for nothing. A review covering 336 scientific articles on these fruits has shown that berry consumption can go a long way in preventing and managing Type 2 diabetes and its complications
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Your body is like a magnet. Vibrational energy is at the core of both disease and healing. In this clip from TTAC LIVE! 2019, Dr. Edward Group explains how the body is designed to heal itself... and how to activate those “self healing mechanisms.”



Be sure to watch the entire clip to hear Dr. Group's best advice for clearing negative energy and kickstarting your natural healing.

 
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Wednesday Night 6pm CDT Fibromyalgia Facebook Live Q&A at:​

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Jimi,
It can be exhausting trying to explain what fibromyalgia is and why you feel and act the way you do. Friends, co workers, family, and even some doctors are clueless about fibromyalgia. They may think your lazy, just depressed or a hypochondriac. Of course nothing could be further from the truth.

The truth is you have a REAL illness.​

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