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Hi Jimi,

Most people, including doctors, treat symptoms (like those listed below) as disconnected and separate issues. The truth is that if you want to heal from chronic conditions, you must approach the Brain-Immune-Gut axis as an integrated system.


  • Brain Fog
  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Short Term Memory Loss
  • Autoimmune Disease
  • Inflammation
  • Immunocompromisation
  • Food and Chemical Sensitivities
  • Digestive Dysfunction
  • And more…
Many people in this modern world damage their Brain-Immune-Gut Axis with a ruinous lifestyle, poor diet, exposure to environmental toxins, and stress.
 

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Register for the Free Webinar: The Science of Weight Loss Success: The 3 Things People Who KEEP IT OFF are Doing Differently on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 7 pm ET
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The hardest part about losing weight is not actually losing the weight. It’s keeping it off.
Typically, when people lose weight, the vast majority of pounds are regained within a year or two.
In fact, many people regain even MORE weight than they had initially lost, leaving them demoralized and ever more susceptible to diabetes, heart disease, and a variety of cancers.
Lasting weight loss is painfully rare in the scientific literature.
But the people who practice Bright Line Eating are beating the odds. Consistently. For years. And the research proves it.
Naturally, the question arises: what are they doing differently?
It's not that surprising to learn that, to get results that are out of the norm, you have to follow a path that deviates from the norm.
If you want to learn the details, then you're in luck.
This week I’m going to be giving two brand-new presentations, and the first one is coming right up on Thursday! I'll also be doing Facebook Lives and generally doing outreach about what we do here at BLE that's so different.
In the first webinar, I'll be explaining the 3 things that the people in our community practicing Bright Line Eating who succeed at keeping their weight off do differently to achieve their whopping success.
Title: The Science of Weight Loss Success: The 3 Things People Who KEEP IT OFF are Doing Differently
Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022
Time: 4:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. ET
Click right here to register.
I can’t wait to share it all with you. In this free webinar I will explain:
  • How and why the brain BLOCKS US from losing weight (and what to do about it)
  • The TWO FOODS to STOP EATING if you’re over 50 (peer-reviewed research shows you can release weight like you’re 20 or 30 years old again)
  • The 3 critical steps you must take to not just lose weight but KEEP IT OFF (lasting success is possible!)
  • Why smoothies, green drinks, and intermittent fasting could be sabotaging your weight loss success.
  • …And more!
Click here to register.
With love,
Susan
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Hi Jimi,

This week on the podcast, you’ll hear the story of 30-year Kiersten, who endured a challenging childhood where abandonment and abuse were commonplace.

In the midst of these heartbreaks, Kiersten rapidly gained weight in high school and didn’t understand why – until she was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and lost over 60 pounds after being placed on medication.

She’s left her painful childhood behind, but the voice of self-criticism has remained with her – making it tough to not feel she’s to blame for the 100 pounds she’s gained in the last number of years.

Ready for a breakthrough, Kiersten would surely like to lose weight, but even more, she’d like to lose the voice of self-hate. Like so many of us hungering for a change in how we view ourselves, Kiersten wants to feel confident and good about herself regardless of what she weighs.

Tune into this powerful and potent episode, where we take a special look at the role of childhood abuse and abandonment, how that can show up in how we feel about ourselves as adults, and what we can do to begin to transform and let go of the past.

As Marc explores, some of us get abandoned in childhood. It’s appropriate to take time to grieve and feel all the emotions.

But it’s equally important to see how we may be continuing the theme of abandoning ourselves in adulthood … to learn how to stick by ourselves, no matter what.

Tune into this powerful episode on YouTube…

We hope you enjoy, Jimi!

The Institute for the Psychology of Eating
 

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Do you or a loved one suffer from cancer or crippling chronic disease Jimi…

and are you tired of doctors imposing dangerous drugs, painful treatments and risky surgeries? If the answer is "yes" it’s because 🚨(trigger alert)🚨 MODERN MEDICINE IS LIMITED.

Why?

Because it disregards out-out-of-hand anything that saved lives prior to the 19th century. (That’s a lot of human wisdom tossed in the garbage!) Which means your doctor might be barraging you or your loved one with powerful - and sometimes destructive - treatments that can leave you more dead than alive… even when better options exist!

The truth is, you don’t have to completely abandon modern medicine to escape this nightmare… you can use it as part of a more complete healing journey that’s safe and in line with nature. Want to learn how to do it? Here’s what you need to do…

=====> Tune in to this free, live Q&A call with Dr. Jason Miller, doctor of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Ask any question you have and get the answers you need.

Maybe you’re thinking, "Ryan, I don’t know this ‘Dr. Miller’ guy. I don’t trust him."

Fair enough, Jim. Let me give you the highlights to prove Dr. Miller’s not messing around…

He started out as a typical wide-eyed and passionate med student. Half-way through med-school, he started to question the religious dogmatism of modern medicine and discovered the hidden old world of traditional Chinese medicine.

It changed his life, and he’s been unstoppable ever since…

  • Earned a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in 2005
  • Earned Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2018
  • Completed a postgraduate internship at the "House of Celebrity Doctors" in Nanjing, China
  • Served as a practitioner at the Center for Natural Healing helping Stage 4 cancer patients live, heal and thrive naturally
  • Taught advanced clinical training at the Mederi Foundation
  • Opened his own clinic - Jade Mountain Medicine - in Ashland, OR
  • Serves as the Medical Educator for Natura Health Products
  • Chief Educator and Chief Formulator for Green Earth Medicinals
  • Head of Faculty & Content for the Mederi Academy
  • He’s a known expert in a collaborative network of brilliant PhD scientists, oncologists, surgeons, family practice MD’s, ND’s, LAc’s, NP’s, DC’s, herbalists, and nutritionists including Donald Yance CH, RH (AHG), Dwight McKee, MD, Michael Stone, MD, David Jones, MD and more
And to put the cherry on top… Dr. Miller also owns and operates Kung Food, an organic, home-cooked food delivery service for busy people trying to eat healthy.

Crazy right? That’s just the tip of the iceberg.

And the best part? YOU can reap the benefits on the live Q&A call TOMORROW (Wednesday)… so you can get answers to your most burning questions about healing cancer and chronic disease.

AND you’ll also learn:

  • How traditional Chinese medicine can help you or your loved one overcome cancer or chronic disease
  • The "hush-hush" limitations of modern medicine
  • 2,500 year old Daoist wisdom that gets healing results today
  • Why most doctors unknowingly sabotage their patients’ healing journey
  • How layering ancient and modern medicine perfects medical experience
  • The little-known power of "slow medicine" to overcome chronic ailments
  • Why modern drugs are - in some cases - LESS effective than botanical remedies
  • The inherent connection between us and our ecosystem
  • Why dogmatic "evidence" might not be as dogmatic as you think
  • And so much more

If this all sounds good to you, tune in for the Q&A call tomorrow / Wednesday. Because if you’re reading this, it’ll be well worth your time.

And if you don’t, I’m fine with that too, it’s no skin off my back…

But before you skip out, let me ask you one question…

If a simple (and free) call has the potential to change a life, isn’t it worth checking out?

I’ll be on the call. Hope to see you there.​
 

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Growing your own vegetables is one of the most powerful ways to take control of your health. But if you’re combating chronic illness, fresh food isn’t the only tool you’ll need.

Today, six out of ten Americans live with at least one chronic disease.

Heart disease, stroke, cancer, obesity, diabetes, depression, isolation. These and other chronic diseases are the leading causes of death and disability, and they are also a leading driver of healthcare costs.

If you are diagnosed with a chronic disease, you might ask: What treatment options do I have?

But to get to the heart of the matter, you need to ask: What caused this disease in the first place? How can I keep it from happening again?

That’s why we’re excited to share the 2022 Lifestyle Medicine Summit with you! Over 10 days, 30+ of the world’s top lifestyle medicine experts will reveal how to reverse 80% of chronic diseases.



Don't miss brand-new talks from Dean Ornish, MD, Beth Frates, MD (ACLM), Bruce Lipton, Ph.D., Leigh-Ann Webster, (NBHWC), David Katz, MD, Prof. Ainhoa de Federico, Dr. Robert Pearl, Johannes R. Fisslinger, Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo, Dawson Church, Ph.D., Neil Barnard, MD, Bernie Siegel, MD, and our friend Ocean Robbins.

This is a 10-Day Live Streaming Event, and the best part is, it’s FREE! 🥳

>>> Click here to register and reserve your ticket to the Lifestyle Medicine Summit

Discover the science and research behind healing your mind and body….and improving your relationships (including your relationship to yourself).

To your abundant health,
🌱 Grow Your Own Vegetables Team 🌱

P.S. Check out the Lifestyle Medicine Summit now! You’ll be glad you did :)

>>> Click here to register
 

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5 Things That Could Increase Brain Inflammation​

 

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October - the month of so-called “breast cancer awareness”. Aren’t we aware that BC is an issue by now? As you can probably tell, this issue gets me irritated; together with Pink Ribbons and companies that profit from extra sales displaying the logo, while selling the very toxic products that contribute to breast cancer in the first place.
At Hormones Balance, we call it the Breast Health month - moving us to prevention and empowerment so you can take care of your “sisters” before they start to struggle. Or prevent cancer from recurring. Or minimize risks if such is your family history (like mine).
DNA damage and breast cancer
Numerous research studies show (citations below this email) that DNA damage and the inability of the body to repair its DNA are highly correlated with BC.
DNA damage happens every day in our body. Had a glass of wine? Had a stressful week? Well, you’ve just damaged some of your DNA. What we depend on is the DNA repair mechanism which is happening every moment of your life, even now, as you’re reading this email.
What contributes to DNA damage?
The chart below offers an overview of what causes DNA damage:
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Here is a little more comprehensive list:​

  • Stress - due to the oxidative stress through the release of glucocorticoid and catecholamines which induces DNA damage
  • Alcohol - due to the oxidative stress and the impairment of the liver function
  • Poorly functioning liver, high toxic load thats impact estrogen metabolism
  • Lack of sleep
  • Past unsolved trauma
  • Poor, inflammatory diet
  • Heterocyclic amines found in overcooked and charred meat
  • Prolonged exposure to synthetic estrogens (E2 specifically) and progestins (not bioidentical hormones)
  • Use of commercial, toxic personal products (skincare, cleaning, makeup)
  • Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) found in coal, crude oil, and gasoline
Looking at the list, this is nothing you probably didn’t know. When you strive for a healthy lifestyle, your DNA damage is reduced, DNA repair is enhanced, and therefore BC risk is lower.

What you can do to reduce DNA damage and DNA repair = reduce BC risk​


We can help support you on this journey with these four steps:​

  1. Embrace a delicious anti-inflammatory DIET
  2. Address ESTROGEN DOMINANCE
  3. Correct the ESTROGEN-TO-PROGESTERONE ratio
  4. Support DNA repair with SULFORAPHANE
 

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CDC insists aluminum adjuvant in vaccines is safe even though study shows it causes asthma in children​

 

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Fighting back: Doctors want Federation of State Medical Boards investigated for ties to Big Pharma​

 

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SMOKING GUN: Three months before covid appeared, DoD issued “COVID-19 Research” contract to Ukrainian company​

 

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Pfizer bomb goes off in European Parliament
 

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Greetings, ~Contact.FirstName~​


Would you like to attend the first morning of our upcoming Retreat, The Alchemy of Body & Soul — FREE?

As a gift to our community, as well as a sampler for those who are on the fence about attending a Retreat online ... we will be livestreaming the first morning session free of charge on YouTube and our ChiTV website.

So... that means YOU can attend too! The details of how to participate are below.
Most members of the team at The Chi Center have been around for many years. Over that time, we have fielded a lot of questions about everything we do here.

And because of that, we've gotten pretty good at anticipating what the most commonly asked questions will be for any event or training we present…
We’ve continuously had many inquiries about our upcoming hybrid Retreats — The Alchemy of Body & Soul, and specifically about the first in the series: "Raising your Energy, Frequency & Vibration, An Intensive Retreat for Physical Healing; including gentle movement, sound healing, visualization, and other supplemental practices.

So, to anticipate all you'll probably be wondering about, we're listing the answers to some of the most common questions here, today:

What happens at a Wisdom Healing Qigong Retreat?

You’ll learn to access your inner medicine of mind, body, and heart, experiencing embodied wisdom through powerful teachings and direct energetic transmissions from Qigong Master Mingtong Gu, while assistants give you extra support.

Each day, you'll practice the movements, sounds, meditations, and visualizations that will open you to deeper levels of physical, emotional and energetic healing. You'll work with us in transformational group healing sessions and build up a simple, sustainable habit of consistent Qigong practice — with all the tools and support you’ll need to be able to continue effectively, even after the Retreat.
 

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Great news Jimi,

You’re invited to be part of the biggest and most transformational virtual event in the world with over 100,000 attendees globally.

7 of the World’s Top Brain & Success Experts
are going to show you how to “Retrain the Brain for a Limitless Life” at the 10th Annual LIVE Brain-A-Thon.

The best part is it's FREE!

> Grab your free ticket here NOW. <

During the 10th Annual LIVE Brain-A-Thon Event, you will get…

  • Live coaching from Oprah’s favorite brain expert Dr. Shefali Tsabary
  • Expert insight on How to Stop Self-Sabotage from Dr. Judy Ho
  • Proven ways to eliminate your limiting beliefs & fears
  • Proven ways to make more money & impact more people
  • A keynote speech from legendary brain & success coach John Assaraf
If you want to learn and grow, or you want to discover how the world’s most successful people get more done and make more money in LESS time, with LESS stress…

Then you won’t want to miss The 10TH Annual LIVE Brain-A-Thon Event (October 15th).

Featuring world-renowned doctors from Columbia University and Pepperdine, experts who started with nothing and built fortunes and transformed their communities, TV stars, and over 5 Billion in combined revenue between us.

See the dozens of incredible, genius speakers and experts you’ll learn from when you click the link below…

>> Register now for the Brain-A-Thon (100% free)

The keynote speaker, John Assaraf, will be sharing his story of how he overcame severe limiting beliefs and fears (after leaving High School in Grade 11) to go from 0 to 14.7 Million in a single year.

You have to be there to experience it. It’s one of the most incredible stories I’ve heard in my entire life (and knowing me, that’s saying something).

Save your seat now!

See you on the inside,
 

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Today's Thought:

"The point is not to pay back kindness, but to pass it on."​

 

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How This Whole Food is Helping Fight Cancer

This food is amazing for cancer!

And it's backed by scientific studies showing exactly how it works.

I personally take this daily for helping my body fight against ever having a cancer diagnosis.

Many people have claimed it helped them with their cancer altogether.

It's fascinating stuff!

-->> Go here to learn all about it.
 

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Shocking New Discovery for Stopping Cancer


Dr. Isaac Eliaz, MD has been researching a specific protein called Galectin-3 that accelerates the cancer-causing process for decades.

He has published cutting edge scientific articles showing that this new discovery can stop the Galectin-3 protein in it's tracks which halts chronic inflammation and helps slow and even stop the cancer process.

-->> Go here to learn about this shocking new discovery

 

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5 Reasons Why Humans Are
Not Carnivores
Here is my deep dive into the scientific proof of why human beings are not carnivores, and in fact, how the evidence shows the design of a human is significantly more like an herbivore than a carnivore or omnivore.

-->> Go here to watch on my youtube channel
 

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Natural Health Tip:



Qigong is one example of a very effective breathwork meditation.
Qigong (pronounced chee-gong) is an ancient Chinese health care system that combines physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation to maintain health and fitness.
Scientific evidence suggests that regular
practice of qigong may also help with cancer
prevention and survival.
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Hello, Nutritarians!

Now that back-to-school season is in full swing (and with cooler weather drawing near), it’s more important than ever to keep our immune defenses in tip-top shape.

Hmmmm . . . If only there were a way to accomplish that efficiently and healthfully.

There is!

New research confirms decades of other corroborating studies that moderate calorie restriction (with micronutrient adequacy) in humans has benefits beyond weight loss. For example, in a two-year study, researchers saw improved immune function and T cell production, and reduction in inflammation, in participants who reduced calories by approximately 14%.
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Get all the details in my blog, Restrict calories to boost immune function

You’ll also find links to further reading. And while you’re on the website, be sure to check out the Recipe section for some free recipe-of-the-day entries (no membership required) for inspiration. Members of DrFuhrman.com have access to 2100+ recipes and meal plans.

As always, I wish you the best of health.

Joel Fuhrman, M.D.
 

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Hey Jimi,



A respected associate of mine, Ashok Gupta, shared a drug-free "disease recovery phenomena" with me the other day…

It was a discovery shown to support the rapid recovery of chronic conditions and illnesses.

As amazing as it sounded, I felt like it was too good to be true at first.

But I’ll explain more in a sec.

(Hint: it starts by restoring your mental AND physical health by retraining the brain!)

If you’d rather see this breakthrough right now then go get it here.

Now, you know I’m always on the lookout for natural treatments so I can share them with you.

So I was intrigued as Ashok explained the research and evidence behind his controversial, drug-free "mind-body" treatment...

And once I saw the results and proof for myself, I was convinced.

In fact…

I was so convinced that I asked Ashok if I could share this discovery with you at no cost, and he agreed!

>> See the evidence and proof behind this chronic illness recovery breakthrough.

Take a look at the functional MRI images below:





Notice how different parts of the brain are firing off in each image?

Each highlighted part of the brain (red) was triggered when patients were asked to perform specific physical functions or recall traumas.

Many of them were also experiencing chronic symptoms and illnesses like:

  • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  • Anxiety and Panic
  • Physical Pain
  • IBS
  • And much more…
What was more profound was the evidence that explained how recovering from – and "reversing" – these symptoms and traumas starts inside your brain!

Believe it or not…

Ashok Gupta has been refining, testing, and perfecting a "limbic-training" and mind-body recovery program for over two decades now.

Thankfully, he's packaged everything together in a short yet profoundly powerful guide - and he’s even offering complimentary access to his private group too.

>> Get instant and complimentary access now and see how to "restore" your body and mind to an optimal state.

Countless people have already grabbed this guide to get on the fast track for support with recovering from long-standing, chronic illnesses…

And it starts by leveraging a profound concept called "neuroplasticity."

Today, it’s yours!

 

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Do you feel like eczema (and what causes or flares it) to be fascinating or frustrating?
I’ve spent the past four years devouring everything that I find on eczema.
And I do my best to share it with you on the Healthy Skin Show!
Granted — living with eczema is so utterly frustrating because when you’re in the middle of a flare, you just want it to stop.
And at the same time, it’s also possible to be curious about what drives eczema.
In this monthly deep dive, I want to share some of the most fascinating things about eczema that I think are worth considering especially if you’re looking for creative solutions to better manage your skin while also addressing underlying triggers.
So I encourage you not only to keep reading, but to save this email because this isn’t on my website nor on the Healthy Skin Show.

1. There is NO true “eczema diet.”​

Despite what you’ve read on blogs, Instagram or even in books (yes, I’m very familiar with the book bearing this name), I wholeheartedly do not agree that diet triggers for eczema can be categorized into some sort of “catch-all” solution.
The various elimination plans coined as an “eczema diet” only attempt to bandaid the many issues that can surface in those with eczema.
These diets often go too far, potentially leading to extremely disordered eating patterns that ultimately limit critical nutrition.
I very much understand the sense of control that you might feel from manipulating your diet, but I also have seen the clinical ramifications, such as eating disorders and even clients who’ve ended up hospitalized due to malnutrition, that often aren’t apparent until it's too late.
Is diet important?
Yes, absolutely. I’m not saying that you should forget about any semblance of nutrient density or nutritional value when it comes to food and just eat junk food or fast food.
And to be entirely honest, many of these diet shifts often aren’t as effective as practitioners and books have claimed. It’s one reason that I stopped recommending the anti-candida diet back in 2017 based on clinical experience.
There are risks of increasing food fear as well as food intolerance!
Unnecessary diet restrictions can trigger allergic responses to the removed foods – I’m talking about IgE allergies and also potentially anaphylaxis. (This was presented at the Integrative Dermatology Symposium 2022 by Dr. Peter Lio.)
This is part of a much larger conversation on why I think we seriously need to rethink the diet-only (or even diet-centric) approach to addressing eczema.

2. Fortifying your skin barrier is more important than you think.​

Your skin barrier plays a crucial role in keeping the external world + the inside of your body separate.
If they intermingle inappropriately, problems ensue.
An important piece to this conversation has to do with something called filaggrin.
If you’re not familiar with filaggrin, it’s a protein made by your body to help “seal up” your skin barrier. Think of it like a mortar mix between bricks (aka, your skin cells).
When filaggrin production drops or the quality of filaggrin isn’t ideal, skin barrier function also suffers.
Nutrient deficiencies not only impact skin barrier function, but they also can limit filaggrin production.
Other factors that impact filaggrin production include exposure to pollution, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), heating in the home environment, internal inflammation (more on this in a moment), and poor amino acid absorption.
(While genetic SNPs in the filaggrin gene can play a role here, in my opinion it's better to focus on what dysregulates filaggrin production rather than trying to figure out if you have a genetic SNP, especially since testing for this SNP isn’t a practical option.)
The last point about amino acids is more important than you probably realize, and based on my clinical experience, is something that we should pay more attention to because the protein filaggrin is made up of a specific sequence of amino acids.
So if you don’t have enough amino acids available to optimally do what needs to be done, where will you get more?
As a rule, tapping into your muscles for amino acids isn’t a good idea.
So you’re left with dietary protein – which means you must be able to optimally digest + absorb amino acids in your GI tract.
It’s worth noting that the number of chronic eczema clients I work with in my practice who are struggling with protein digestion + absorption is alarming.
This situation leads to your available amino acid pool becoming depleted.
When it comes to filaggrin, this is especially problematic since it is heavily dependent on the amino acid l-histidine.(1)
L-histidine is not made by your body – it must be consumed.
So if you are low in this amino acid, it can compromise your body’s ability to ultimately create + maintain a healthy skin barrier which can contribute to “leaky skin.”

3. Inflammation plays a role in itch.​

Inflammation doesn’t just impair filaggrin production. Both internal and external skin inflammation can play a huge role in driving eczema flares and itchiness.
I’m sure you know the type of itchiness I’m talking about all too well—the kind that’s left you unable to stop clawing at your skin even as it becomes broken and painful.
Internal inflammation in the form of a cytokine called Interleukin-31 (IL-31) appears to play a crucial role in how itchy you are.
IL-31 can be triggered by certain exposures in your system that white blood cells such as basophils + eosinophils encounter.
On the flip side, we know that a hallmark of eczema is microbiome dysbiosis – as well as a higher likelihood of flare-causing bacteria hanging out in the skin’s microbiome.
This could be important since some research indicates that bacterial overgrowth on the skin triggers an increase in IL-31.(2)
Everything seems to come back to the importance of your skin having a balanced microbiome, right?
Even though there are inside and outside factors that contribute to eczema flares, let’s talk about where to start…

4. Balancing your skin’s microbiome​

As I shared on this past week’s podcast episode with Dr. Peter Lio, we have to get smarter about HOW over-colonization on the skin is addressed (especially if it’s a chronic, recurrent problem).(3)
Throwing antibiotics at the issue isn’t a long-term solution.
Plus from a clinical nutrition perspective, the detrimental impact of recurrent antibiotic use on the delicate balance of your gut microbiome can cause damage for years to come that can be challenging to undo.
So what shifts could be helpful to better support the good bacteria on the skin?
Let’s talk about a few things that I share with clients:
First, olive oil used topically in high concentrations is not super eczema-friendly (and the same holds true for seborrheic dermatitis since it tends to feed malassezia yeast on the skin). (4,5)
It may be okay for someone who IS NOT struggling with eczema, but at this point, most research I’ve seen points towards olive oil being problematic.
Essential oils (EOs) also can be a source of greater barrier disruption especially if they are not properly diluted or applied to broken/compromised rashy areas. Most clinically trained aromatherapists and dermatologists I’ve spoken to about EOs have detailed to me serious problems they’ve seen triggered by using them inappropriately.
EOs are very potent due to the high concentration of volatile constituents that have the capacity to do damage to tissue when not used with great care.
(And as an aside — EOs generally should NOT be ingested orally (in beverages or encapsulated) even if the bottle says it’s okay unless you’ve been directed to do so by a clinical aromatherapist with this training.)
Oversoaping is another problem. Unless you’re seriously dirty (because you were working outside for example), washing your entire body with soap can be overkill.
My rule of thumb is to keep soaping up in the shower to your armpits and groin area (front + back).
Appropriate humidity can be really helpful when it comes to skin barrier function especially in the cooler months where home (and work) heating systems will dry out the area + drop the level of humidity.
Using a humidifier in the cooler months could help with that especially in the bedroom if you find that nighttime itchiness and dryness is a major concern.
 

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EPISODE 2 IS LIVE:​
Avoiding Disease
Hi Jimi,

If you loved Episode 1 — then don't miss Episode 2.

Here's what is in store for you today ...​

RESTORING LIVER HEALTH NATURALLY
Dr. Peter Osborne​
 

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Mediterranean Diet Can Curb Depression

By Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen, MDs


In the NBC drama series “This is Us,” Kate Pearson (Chrissy Metz) struggled with her weight since childhood, and she contended with periods of depression throughout her life.

In one episode, we see a young Kate ask her mother Rebecca for more cookies; her mom suggests that she eat apples instead. Rebecca was onto something.

Special: Urologist: Plenty of Men Do Not Know About This Simple Solution

A study published in PLOS One found that adhering to a Mediterranean diet — including lots of fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats such as olive oil, along with animal protein as a side dish — can help reduce symptoms of depression.

The study involved 76 university students with symptoms of depression — all of whom ate an unhealthy diet. Half of the participants received money to help them buy mood-enhancing staples and ate a healthier diet. The others ate as usual.

At the end of three weeks, those on the healthier diet reported improvements in mood and less depression, in contrast to those eating a lousy diet.

So does unhealthy food make you depressed, or does depression make you eat bad food?

The answer: both.

Studies clearly show depressed people tend to eat less healthy food, and eating junk food raises a person’s risk for depression.

If you're feeling blue, make a salad using baby kale, arugula, tomatoes, scallions, avocado, walnuts, and olive oil. That’s a truly happy meal.
 

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UTIs, Yeast Infections,
and the Gut Connection​
Hey Jimi,
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common medical problem affecting millions of people worldwide. Oftentimes patients come to me with UTI questions and don't realize that the origin of their UTI could be the gut!

So in this episode, my buddy Evan Brand joins me to dicuss the connectioon between the gut, UTIs, and yeast infections.

Similarly, yeast infections are another issue I see a lot in my female patients. Unfortunately, anatomy makes women more prone to these issues.

But there is hope!

In this episode we discuss clinical and evidence-based causes for UTIs and yeast infections, and share resources for how to get to the root cause of these issues.

>> Click here to listen to the episode!<<
The Gut Connection With Urinary Tract infections (UTI) and Yeast Infections | Podcast #367

In this episode, we cover:
0:00
– Introduction
1:53 – Urinary System
10:54 – Antimicrobials and probiotics
18:55 – UTI and Yeast Infection

>> Click here to listen to the episode!<<
Yours in Health,​
 

Jimi

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Member For 5 Years
Healing Sinus Infections– Naturally!
Today I wanted to share with you some common body care ingredients that have major health repercussions: many of which may be sitting on your bathroom shelf. Around 80% of cosmetics include ingredients from the Dirty Dozen list. I know it takes work to find clean products, which is why I am sharing the 12 of the most common and most common ingredients in body care products.

>> Click here to check out the article!<<
 

Jimi

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Hey Jimi,

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, "mind over matter."

And although it’s not a common phrase…

I’m sure you’ve also encountered the attitude of "matter over mind" — the prevailing perspective of conventional Western medicine, that treats the physical symptoms of illness without addressing deeper psychological and spiritual factors.

Neither of those world-views is entirely accurate.

And how could they be? Both are one-sided and assume that it’s unusual for the mind to influence the body.

Today, Master Mingtong Gu would like to share with you these incredible ancient healing secrets…

Starting with the holistic mind-body-heart healing perspective of Eastern medicine, which is very different from what you might be used to!

>> Get his new ebook "Ancient Healing Secrets" at no cost

You’ll learn the 5 ancient secrets that make Wisdom Healing Qigong so effective, and how you can use it to empower your own health, healing, and wellbeing.


To your health,

 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
I woke up the other night covered in itchy hives.
Sounds fun, right Jimi?

Not really...

And it was a first for me - at least that I can remember.

I was dreaming that I'd gotten covered in mosquito bites somehow, and was itchy all over - then would pop in and out of sleep, in a haze of itching and confusion.

Once finally awake, I went to the bathroom, flipped on the light, and looked in the mirror.

Stunned, I stood there a few minutes - finding itchy welts on my back, legs, elbow, knees, and ankles.

At first, I thought some crazy bugs must have invaded our bed - but after I rudely woke up my wife in a frenzy, it was discovered that she and Nica were bite-free.

My wife is a nurse, and quickly identified my mystery "bites" as hives, something she saw often when she worked in the ER.

"Take a Benadryl and go back to sleep", she said.

But why?!

Why is this happening to me?! My mind went in a thousand directions and I found it difficult to go back to sleep (or stop itching) - until the Benadryl kicked in.

NOTE: I am not 100% anti-medication, especially after my wife's vicious autoimmune flares over the past 5 years, where without steroids, she would have likely been permanently damaged and in excruciating pain.

Naturally, I blew off much of what I was supposed to do the next day and started researching hives - a new topic for me.

I learned this could be an allergic reaction to food, clothing, bedding, or something I'd put on my skin.

But I hadn't eaten anything strange, worn any new clothing, changed bedding, or tried any different lotions, creams, or soaps.

Then I found that hives can be a sign of liver disease, certain types of cancer, and a handful of different autoimmune conditions.

"Well, let's hope it's none of those things", I said, and moved on to other potential causes.

Viral infections... and I had just felt a tiny bit under the weather after returning from a work trip to Amsterdam the week prior.

So maybe it was that.

And then I saw it... STRESS.

Hives are often triggered by periods of acute stress - and that was absolutely true in my life the last few weeks.

Plus I'd just traveled, which is an additional stress on the body. Add in a possible minor viral infection and BOOM - stress hives!!

For the last 4 or 5 days, since that happened, I have made stress reduction the primary focus in my life - and spent quite a bit of time in front of my red light/NIR device. (Great for skin issues!)

The next couple days, I still got some hive outbreaks, mostly at night - although not as severe as the first one.

Now, two days - no hives. And I'm feeling better overall, which is a bonus!

Why am I telling you this story?

Because it demonstrates that:

1) Even the "health experts" you follow on social media and subscribe to for education, encounter periods of high stress with sub-optimal self-care.

2) Stress has a massive impact on our physiology in far more ways than we may realize.

3) It's a perfect segway into our new blog article breaking down the physiology of stress.


In this comprehensive article, you'll learn all you need to know about the stress response and its impact on your overall physiology.

  • The definition and cause of stress
  • How the body responds to stress at the physiological level
  • Stress symptoms and long-term effects
  • Ways to manage stress naturally
  • Supplements for stress management
  • ... and much more!
As someone with a life history of rather severe chronic anxiety, learning about stress, the impact it has on my physiology, and ways to manage/reduce stress naturally has been huge in my personal journey.

And when I forget... my body now has a new (itchy) way to remind me!


If you made it all the way through my story... bravo!


So don't wait for your body to be covered in itchy welts and integrate natural stress management into your life today.


In health and uninterrupted sleep,
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Content here
The chances of getting cancer are 1 in 2 for men, and 1 in 3 for women, according to the American Cancer Society. Those shocking numbers represent a growing epidemic in the United States. Nowadays, we should read the reading labels of any food very carefully and avoid those that are harmful to us.
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Hi Jimi,

It's almost here... are you ready?

Tomorrow, we are hosting a FREE webinar on Holistic Hormone Secrets, featuring renowned hormone expert Dr. Afrouz Demeri.

In this special presentation, Dr. Afrouz will share why this system within you is so important and how to know if your hormones are out of balance. Most importantly - she will show you some easy ways to restore and protect your hormone balance for optimal health and vitality.

If you want to boost your energy levels, shed pounds, solve skin problems and protect yourself from disease, you don't want to miss this!

Click here to sign up now

(The webinar goes LIVE tomorrow at 8 p.m. Eastern / 5 p.m. Pacific - US)

See you there,
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Did You Miss the Last Live?
October 5th, 2022
Microbe Live
October 5th, 2022

Dr. John Kim, a functional medicine pharmacist, outlines the nutrients that may become depleted with different drugs. He emphasizes the importance of zinc and magnesium.
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Secrets to Healthy Zinc Levels (Hint: Do a Parasite Cleanse)
Secrets to Healthy Zinc Levels (Hint: Do a Parasite Cleanse)
Making sure your body has enough zinc may not be as simple as eating foods rich in the mineral. A hidden parasitic infection could be zapping your zinc. And worse, when you’re low on zinc, the critters thrive. The good news is, there’s a clever way out of this catch-22.
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Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Hello Jimi,

Do you have chronic pain? Are you always a big foggy-brained?

Are you constantly exhausted despite getting enough sleep?

If so, the problem might be a dysregulated immune system.

You’ll especially want to read this if you have been sick for years with mystery symptoms that no one’s been able to figure out.

When you’ve been sick for a while, your immune system can get fatigued. Eventually, your Mast Cells (the frontline cells in your immune response) can get dysregulated and start attacking your body.

This is called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and it can wreak havoc on your body.

MCAS can cause all kinds of strange symptoms that mystify practitioners, leaving you lost for years. But you CAN unravel the mysteries.

Join me at the Reversing Mast Cell Activation and Histamine Intolerance Summit – happening October 18 – 25, 2022, to learn how to reset your immune system, reverse your MCAS response, and heal your gut issues for good.

>> Get your ticket to this virtual summit here. <<
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Hey Jimi—
It's not something we even think about, these days...
But in the past, it was a very real, not uncommon concern.
And whether we like it or not, it's a very real, very disastrous possibility.
What am I talking about?
A water shortage like no other.
A devastating drought like none in recent memory, with people treating drinking water like gold and actually stealing it from you, because it's THAT scarce.
Definitely not looking to scare-monger, but a recent email from a colleague really opened my eyes and made me sit up and take notice...
Which led me to do some research on the realities (apparently it really is a bonafide possibility)...
Which led me to this...
>>The Water Freedom System
I'm learning as I go, but the idea of not having enough clean water for my family honestly freaked me out more than a little bit, so I'm sharing it so we can all get ahead of it, just in case.
[You can watch the video OR read the text version, btw.]
See what you think. Take it or leave it - whatever is best for you and yours!
To clean water for all—always,
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years


Hello, Jimi!​
Your gastrointestinal (GI) tract is home to a diverse ecosystem of microbes, known collectively as the microbiota (or gut flora). Among its many roles, the gut microbiota regulates the immune system and protects against harmful pathogens.

Your lungs also have their own distinct microbiota.

The two-way communication hub between the gut and lungs, called the gut-lung axis, influences the immune status of both organs.

In short, a healthy gut equals healthy lungs.

Food allergies, leaky gut, yeast overgrowth and dysbiosis can trigger numerous unwanted lung conditions. And not only that, new cutting-edge research suggests that the underlying cause of sinusitis is due to changes to the sinus microbiome.

Learn how the gut and lungs are connected and what you can do to keep both healthy when you attend this complimentary, online event!

Here are just a few of the things you’ll learn at the Super Healthy Lungs Summit:

+ Why the best way to avoid troubling infections, whether COVID or the seasonal flu, is to have a healthy terrain and immune system.

+ How food allergies are strongly associated with several lung conditions, especially asthma.

+ How finding and eliminating your food allergies can dramatically improve your lungs and overall health.

+ How leaky gut and leaky lungs are connected.

+ Why restoring the naturally-occurring, protective bacteria to the sinus cavities may be a more effective way to treat sinusitis.

+ What makes a healthy diet and how a healthy gut microbiome is essential for good lung health.

Bringing together leading health experts from around the world, Dr. Rodger Murphree will explore a wide range of conditions associated with our lung health along with healthy habits and practices to better maintain the health of your lungs and keep them working optimally.

--->>We’ll see you online at the Super Healthy Lungs Summit when you register now!

Be sure to mark your calendar for October 17-23, 2022!​

Because health means everything,​
P.S. When you register for the Super Healthy Lungs Summit, you’ll also unlock early-access interviews, complimentary guides and helpful eBooks about living your most resilient life!​
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
“The cosmos will always mirror back to us whatever your inner state is. The greater the love we discover in ourselves, the greater the love will reflect back to us from the environment through others.”
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Hi Jimi,

October is cancer-awareness month, which I like to call Anti-Cancer Month.

This is a month to honor strong cancer survivors, but did you know we can also PREVENT cancer from wreaking havoc on our lives and those of our loved ones?

During this month I'd like to spread the message of how to prevent cancer, enhance cancer treatments, and prevent recurrence using nutrition. Nutrition is more powerful than drugs and it can help us "win the war on cancer," which means make cancer an extremely rare event.

In honor of October I'd like you to watch one of my most beloved lectures: Win the War on Cancer.

I'm bringing this lecture online for FREE so that hundreds of thousands have access to this life-saving information.

Do you want to live in a world where we don't have to worry about cancer?

Can we actively preventing cancer or its reoccurrence? I’m here to tell you it’s possible. And if you know someone who has concerns about cancer, please share this free webinar with them.

Let's enjoy life to the fullest without fear of sickness and disease.

>> Watch How We Can Win the War on Cancer
Wishing you the best of health,
Joel Fuhrman, M.D.

P.S. While drugs, shots, and surgery might not be the miracle that we’ve hoped for, this video reveals how you can prevent this disease, and even help those who have cancer.
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years

EPISODE 288: JUSTICE FOR ALL​

 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years
Would you like to attend the first morning of our upcoming Retreat, The Alchemy of Body & Soul — FREE?

As a gift to our community, as well as a sampler for those who are on the fence about attending a Retreat online ... we will be livestreaming the first morning session free of charge on YouTube and our ChiTV website.

So... that means YOU can attend too! The details of how to participate are below.
Most members of the team at The Chi Center have been around for many years. Over that time, we have fielded a lot of questions about everything we do here.

And because of that, we've gotten pretty good at anticipating what the most commonly asked questions will be for any event or training we present…
We’ve continuously had many inquiries about our upcoming hybrid Retreats — The Alchemy of Body & Soul, and specifically about the first in the series: "Raising your Energy, Frequency & Vibration, An Intensive Retreat for Physical Healing; including gentle movement, sound healing, visualization, and other supplemental practices.

So, to anticipate all you'll probably be wondering about, we're listing the answers to some of the most common questions here, today:
 

Jimi

Diamond Contributor
Member For 5 Years

BURN THE SCIENCE: Germany announces plan to “thermally recycle” 800 million covid masks as FUEL amid energy crisis​

 

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