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Rhianne

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Yep covid 19 is not the flu. its effects go far beyond what the regular flu effects are.

It has flu like aspects, but it hits so much harder. And I know that I was sick for about four months after getting sick. People were getting tired of me being blech, even on VU.
 

Rhianne

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On a covid vaccine.
I will decide and will welcome one if it has been proven to be safe and effective. Otherwise nope.

The government has given vaccine makers immunity, and have said that vaccines are “inherently unsafe.” What passes for shots nowadays are not the ones we got as kids.
 

Rhianne

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They aren't even testing them hardly at all, ain't no way i will ever take one, too many toxin's too, and oh lets not forget the chip.

And aborted fetal tissue. They never really test vaccines. Ever!
 

Rhianne

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Why I do not expect to take any vaccine before mid next year if then. And I do not believe the chip stuff.
The wife and I just plan of keep up our caution for maybe another year to avoid the covid as best we can.

But Gates and his cronies want people to be in the position where if you don’t take the jab, you’ll be cut off from societal and financial stuff.
 

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the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 (NCVIA or Act) preempts all design-defect claims against vaccine manufacturers brought by plaintiffs seeking compensation for injury or death caused by a vaccine’s side effects.

Was recently reaffirmed by the Supreme Court.

Passed into law under Reagan.
 

Jimi

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G'day, Jimi!






Learn about scientifically-researched, natural plant medicines to help treat the most common, dangerous and painful chronic conditions!

The 25-page eBook can help as a "healing manual" for better health, at any stage of disease.

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The World Health Organization estimates that 80% of the world’s population relies primarily on traditional (not conventional) medicine.

Of these people, 2 billion depend on medicinal plants as their primary treatment option.

Plant-based natural medicines are often just as effective -- and sometimes more effective -- than the toxic drugs that Big Pharma manufactures.

Plus, they are far more affordable and less prone to side effects!

Natural medicine has been used to heal people for millennia. So, it's no wonder that there are ancient healing secrets targeted to many ailments.

"My passion is the power of nutritional excellence, to have people transform their life, get better from diseases and age slower, have a healthy life expectancy and a great healthy life when they get older," said Dr. Joel Fuhrman.

He continues, "In other words, what I’m saying right now is that most of the illnesses that plague us are not only preventable, but they’re able to be reversed through excellent nutrition."

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To your health,
The Fast Way to Health Team

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Hi Jimi,


Before you get your next prescription refill consider this…

You may already have the natural healing powers of “kitchen cabinet” spices that are proven to treat disease-triggering inflammation BETTER than the top 3 anti-inflammatory drugs on the market.

Sounds crazy, right?

But it’s true and it’s crucial that you find out the truth about how you can heal the root cause of your disease today.

For instance, did you know that a popular veggie is proven to reduce the risk of cognitive decline by as much as 67% if consumed twice per week?

There’s even some spices that are more effective than the leading antidepressant for treating anxiety and depression, according to clinical studies.

Even more, by taking these natural medicines you can help treat chronic disease and experience results within weeks — sometimes even days!

But don’t expect to find out about this from your doctor…

Discover these natural medicine secrets (and many more) by getting your free-viewing pass to the world premiere of the Natural Medicine Secrets docuseries!



Click here to get a FREE viewing pass to the Natural Medicine Secrets docuseries NOW




Your biggest fan at The Healing Miracle,

Theresa Graham
 

Jimi

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Jimi,

We have been taught to brush twice daily, floss and visit the dentist to prevent tooth decay. Yet, the staggering number of cavities, crowns, root canals and extracted teeth confirm that something is amiss.

The key to oral health is an ecologically balanced and diverse microbiome, and knowing which questions to ask a prospective dentist can help you make informed decisions about procedures you might need (or need to avoid!).

Discover simple, at-home dental practices in this 40-page free eBook, and expand your dental health knowledge with this comprehensive 8-step self-dentistry protocol that helps prevent decay, illness, acidic saliva, plaque build-up, bleeding gums, inflammation and more.



When you unlock this gift, you’ll also save a seat for the free, online Holistic Oral Health Summit taking place on July 20-26, 2020 — over 30 experts teaching you more about how oral health is TRULY one of the most overlooked health problems in conventional and integrative medicine!

>> Gain immediate access to the 40-page Holistic Oral Care eBook now!

We will win this fight for health freedom. :)

Yours in health and liberty,

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P.S. Have you ever wondered what questions you should be asking your dentist BEFORE your next dental appointment? Wonder no longer! Unlock Dr. Griffin Cole’s 12-page eBook, Avoid Dental Dangers: 10 Questions to Ask Your Dentist, and learn how to educate yourself by asking the right questions.

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Jimi

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Hi Jimi,

This is jaw-dropping:

The cause of up to 80% of all diseases has been discovered, and it’s the last thing you’d think of….

Legendary doctor Reinhard Voll, MD, spent 40 years researching this connection. What he found was nothing short of groundbreaking — a real discovery that explains the exploding rates of chronic disease today.

The root cause is in your mouth.

Yes, you’re reading that right: Hidden poisons in your mouth can cause cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and more.

These poisons can come from common dental practices, through oral infections, and from gum disease.

You can learn more about these disturbing facts here.

But here’s some great news: You can get rid of or avoid these poisons. And, when you do, it will help heal your body from these diseases so you can return to health, energy, and vitality.

Register for the Holistic Oral Health Summit for free today, and discover how the world’s leading doctors, scientists, and health experts are revealing amazing new advances in oral health —solutions you can use right now.


Discover which infection can cause cancer, what common dental practice is at the root of Alzheimer’s and dementia, and more!

(Plus, pay special attention to the presentations on day 6 of the Summit, when yours truly will be presenting on “7 Questions to Ask Your Dentist”! ;-)

If you or someone you love is suffering from disease, I really encourage you to take a look at the mouth—it must be part of your healthy, holistic approach to recovery!

Click here and register for the Holistic Oral Health Summit for FREE today.

Warmly,
 

Jimi

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Hi Jimi,

Fibroids will impact 80% of women before they turn 50... yet doctors still leave them undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, or they suggest surgery as the only option.

On today's episode, Christine Garvin and I are diving into how estrogen dominance, gut and liver health, stress, and more contribute to fibroid growth.

By addressing your body as a whole, you can reduce your fibroids and bring balance to your hormones!

While surgery is the best option in some cases (and we cover that, too), the natural solutions Christine offers will put the power back in your hands to heal!

Episode 200: How to Deal with Fibroids Naturally, and When to Opt for Surgery with Christine Garvin
(click here to listen now)

 

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Kind of health related.
Hi Jimi. Recently got an air purifier, does dust, smoke and has a uv light to kill nasties in it.
We get a lot of smoke issues here in the bush from fires, burn offs and farm crop stubble burns. As it is getting more an issue we got this thing. Am amazed at how well it works. Had it running last night and the misses was cooking a slice. When it browned off you could smell it. A little on the edge started to overcook. The units light went red, blue is good, and it increased its speed. In 5 minutes the smell was totally gone and back to blue light. Had read about it online with people saying how good it was during our last bushfire season. What a wonderful device.
:D Filter looks like something out of a truck.
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UV also kills the virus. I expect them to install short wavelength (safe) UV lights in plane cabins and restaurants, etc before this is all over.
perhaps a good investment opportunity?
 

Rhianne

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UV also kills the virus. I expect them to install short wavelength (safe) UV lights in plane cabins and restaurants, etc before this is all over.
perhaps a good investment opportunity?

I think this is what Trump tried to say when he mentioned sunlight or something for fighting corona. It’s too bad he doesn’t have full understanding when he suggests things. It makes it worse.
 

2WhiteWolves

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It has flu like aspects, but it hits so much harder. And I know that I was sick for about four months after getting sick. People were getting tired of me being blech, even on VU.
Dear, we wanted you to be well :hug:


Sent from....Somewhere on Tapatalk
 
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Jimi

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@Jimi
Kind of health related.
Hi Jimi. Recently got an air purifier, does dust, smoke and has a uv light to kill nasties in it.
We get a lot of smoke issues here in the bush from fires, burn offs and farm crop stubble burns. As it is getting more an issue we got this thing. Am amazed at how well it works. Had it running last night and the misses was cooking a slice. When it browned off you could smell it. A little on the edge started to overcook. The units light went red, blue is good, and it increased its speed. In 5 minutes the smell was totally gone and back to blue light. Had read about it online with people saying how good it was during our last bushfire season. What a wonderful device.
:D Filter looks like something out of a truck.
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Cool wish I had one of them
 

Jimi

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Hi Jimi,

Before you get your next prescription refill….

Discover the natural healing powers of “kitchen cabinet” spices that are proven to treat disease-triggering inflammation BETTER than the top 3 anti-inflammatory drugs on the market.

It’s crucial you find out the truth about how you can heal the root cause of your disease today.

Did you know that a popular veggie is proven to reduce the risk of cognitive decline by as much as 67 percent if consumed twice per week?…

And that some spices are more effective than the leading antidepressant for treating anxiety and depression, according to clinical studies?...

By taking these natural medicines you can help treat chronic disease and experience results within weeks — sometimes even days!

However, don’t expect to find out about this from your doctor…

Discover these natural medicine secrets (and many more) by getting your free-viewing pass to the world premiere screening of my friend and leading investigative journalist, Jonathan Otto’s groundbreaking new Natural Medicine Secrets docu-series!

>> Get a FREE-viewing pass to the Natural Medicine Secrets docu-series NOW

Here’s to your health,

Joe
 

Jimi

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Finally!!

It's been 150 years since modern medicine first tried to develop an effective treatment for dementia.

BUT, after all their clinical trials… approved treatments… advertised pills… failed to deliver on their promise.

In fact, over the last 30 years of spending $65 BILLION on drug research, that's returned a 0.4% success rate... and dementia has increased 112%!

Not very cost-effective is it?

Basically, doctors seem to think that once your brain starts to decline...

It’s “all downhill” for you. It's part of "getting older."

And you know those are NOT acceptable answers for me.

So WHY aren't alternative solutions promoted when science clearly shows they can be more effective than drugs??

Take Ginkgo Biloba as an example.

Four different studies show that taking this ancient herb helps significantly in reducing symptoms of dementia…

And even healthy people can supercharge their memory using it.

It all comes down to Ginkgo’s properties of bringing healthy blood flow to the brain.

And there are a lot more herbs and plants that are just as effective.

Imagine what a “plant cocktail” like that can do for your brain!

We did the research for you and we found the best science-backed treatments for your brain.

Use them even if your brain is perfectly healthy…these miracles of nature help the whole body avoid disease.

Click Here to Download "Herbs and Minerals to Boost Your Brain" at No Charge

You'll find:
  • 3 basic natural remedies EVERYBODY should be taking
  • 7 symptoms that suggest you’ve been overexposed to heavy metals and toxins
  • The best diet to fortify your brain for a healthy future
  • How to know if you have inflammation in your brain (ie if you have a "leaky brain")
And a lot more...

Another great resource to help you BE YOUR OWN GUARANTEE!

- Dr. Ryan


P.S. When you download your eBook, you’ll also get a FREE PASS to the world premiere screening of Natural Medicine Secrets. In this new 9-episode docu-series, investigative journalist Jonathan Otto (a good friend of mine) has gathered over 55 of the world's best natural medicine doctors. These experts will share the top natural healing protocols they’ve developed over decades of clinical practice.

Click here if you want these memory and brain-saving tools at no charge...
 

Jimi

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Hi Jimi,

Do you feel like you’ve heard and tried everything when it comes to autism?

Most of the clients I work with feel that way...

And while most approaches to autism are very linear and have a single focus, the Living Proof approach combines functional neurology, functional genomics, and functional medicine for a technique that’s both unique and highly effective!

So, by popular demand from both clinicians and my online tribe, I’ve put together a special webinar to share the exact framework of how we get exceptional results for our autistic patients.

I invite you to join me as I share the ways we leverage all those specialties to enhance, optimize, and activate your child’s brain…

Our goal is always to better the quality of life for the autistic child and for their family.




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As you can see, we’ll cover a LOT in this webinar, so come with your form completed and be prepared to take a lot of notes!

Remember to register to reserve your spot, then check your email for the link to download the evaluation form.

I can’t wait to “see” you there!

Dr. Jared Seigler
 

Jimi

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G'day, Jimi!






Discover the natural healing powers of spices you likely already have in your kitchen, that have been proven to treat disease-triggering inflammation BETTER than the top 3 anti-inflammatory drugs on the market!

NOTE: If you're on any prescriptions, you should join us for this event!

Some pharmaceutical combinations are already known to be dangerous, and we’re not even close to finding out the implications of taking two, three or more medications at the same time

While we don’t recommend going off prescription medicine without consulting your medical professionals, nature can offer great alternatives and natural healing agents for prevention and healing.

Some conventionally-trained doctors are coming back to ancient medical wisdom to rediscover the power of natural remedies.

--->>Join at the incredible, 9-part docuseries, Natural Medicine Secrets!


Plants, spices, teas, natural vitamins and minerals -- they can work together to help treat and heal your body at the cellular level.

Some of these natural healing remedies are known to be as effective (if not more), than prescription medicine for treating depression, anxiety, inflammation, autoimmunity, memory loss and other maladies.

Natural remedies can give you life-protecting antioxidants to protect your cells from rapid aging and imbalances.

Cheaper, effective and safe, some of these healing plants could be part of your answer!

In the world premier of this ground-breaking, 9-episode docuseries, Natural Medicine Secrets, more than 50 of the world’s leading natural medicine doctors share what they've learned from decades of practice.

You'll also learn the latest scientific research about the plants called "miracle healing agents," and how to use them to help prevent and reverse disease.

We don’t want you to miss this series!

--->>Register and save your seat now for the epic, 9-part series, Natural Medicine Secrets!
To your health,
The Fast Way to Health Team

P.S. Don't miss out on this important docuseries when you click here to register for free now!

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Have an amazing (and healthy) day! No excuses!
 

Jimi

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Dear Jimi,

This week one of the most respected and elevated colleagues in the intersection of health and scientific study, Dr. Stephanie Seneff, will join us to discuss glyphosate, deuterium and their impact on the current health crisis. Click here to save your seat.

(Don’t worry if you can’t be on live, we will get the replay out to everyone who registers.)

Dr. Seneff is a senior research scientist at the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. For over three decades, her research interests have been at the intersection of biology and computation. She has published over 170 refereed articles and has published over two dozen papers in various medical and health-related journals on topics such as the impact of nutritional deficiencies and environmental toxins on human health.

In our talk, we will focus on the current global health crisis, covering several advanced topics, such as:

  • How infectivity around curtailing the current global health crisis and rising death rates is highly skewed toward countries that make heavy use of glyphosate and biofuel production.
  • An important fact to note is that vaping actually produces a lung disease very similar to the current virus, and e-cigarettes contain a key ingredient, glycerol, which is a by-product of biodiesel fuel production.
  • The hypoxia response in the current viral infection is intended to shut down mitochondrial ATP production, in order that the mitochondria can concentrate their efforts on supplying deuterium-depleted water to the intermembrane space.
  • Heme oxygenase is sharply upregulated in acute cases of this illness, and it normally tames inflammation. But glyphosate's disruption of the protein causes it to be pro-oxidative instead, and interferes with its ability to deplete deuterium in the mitochondria.
  • The massive vascular inflammatory response that associates with death in acute cases of the illness is a last-ditch effort to supply the body's mitochondria with deuterium-depleted water.
These topics seek to root out some of the core causality of the current crisis and explore why some people are more adversely affected than others.

When glyphosate is aerosolized and inhaled it potentially affects the immune system resulting in the "cytokine storm" that characterizes some cases of the current global illness. This topic is definitely worth exploration and we are lucky to have Dr. Seneff speaking with us this week.

I hope you can join us. Click here to save your seat.
(Don’t worry if you can’t be on live, we will get the replay out to everyone who registers.)


To your health,
 

Jimi

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Fiber Can Save Your Life

When it comes to textile fibers, cotton is king. In the United States, 17 million bales (each weighing 480 pounds) of cotton are produced annually, with Texas, Georgia, and Mississippi growing the most.

When it comes to fiber foods, all beans (pinto, black, lima, kidney, etc.), raspberries, avocados, oats, apples, carrots, nuts, cauliflower, green beans, potatoes, 100% whole grains, and collard, turnip, and beet greens are the kings of your plate.

Almost all edible plants contain soluble and insoluble fiber. You want a daily mix of both.

Soluble fiber is digested in the colon. It helps feed your gut biome, regulates glucose and cholesterol levels, and helps keep your heart healthy.

Insoluble fiber passes through your gut unchanged, and helps prevent constipation.

But that's not all fiber can do for you. A meta-study from New Zealand, published in PLOS Medicine, reveals just how powerful the benefits of dietary fiber are, especially if you have prediabetes or diabetes.

Researchers looked at a very large pool of studies and found that increasing your intake of dietary fiber by 15 grams a day and/or getting 35 grams total daily significantly reduces your risk of dying prematurely from diabetes and its associated complications, such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke.

You can increase your fiber intake by around 15 grams daily if you enjoy a half of a cup of chickpeas or a cup of raspberries (8 grams) and one cup of whole-wheat pasta (6 grams).
 

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Jimi,


Are you ready for part 3 of our interview series with Dr. Judy Mikovits about the "Plague of Corruption" that has permeated the vaccine industry?






In case you don’t know Dr. Judy, we have featured her in our films and she has spoken about this corruption at our TTAC LIVE 2016 and TTAC LIVE 2019.






Dr. Judy is a force to be reckoned with. She names names and gives proof.

>> Join Charlene and Judy for part 3 of this blockbuster interview!


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Are you worried about electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) and 5th generation wireless (5G)? Did you know that EMFs are a class 1 “definite” carcinogen?


In light of this fact, it’s likely that shielding your home from EMF and 5G is the most important action you can take to protect yourself and your family.


“How can I turn my home into a safe space?”


Great question! And we’re going to give you all the details in a special, one-hour webinar called “Learn How to Shield Your Home from EMF and 5G Radiation.”


Join Charlene tomorrow (Thursday) @ 5pm ET as she interviews Paul Barattiero and discovers groundbreaking technology (based on peer reviewed scientific studies) that protects you and your loved ones from the damaging effects of radiation, turning your home into a "safe space."


>> CLICK HERE to REGISTER.


We will win this fight to maintain our freedom! ;-)

Yours in health and liberty,

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P.S. The shocking truth is that numerous recent scientific publications have shown that EMF affects living organisms at levels well below most international and national guidelines. Don’t delay. Register Today!


 

Jimi

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Hi Jimi,


Before you get your next prescription refill….


Discover the natural healing powers of “kitchen cabinet” spices that are proven to treat disease-triggering inflammation BETTER than the top 3 anti-inflammatory drugs on the market.


It’s crucial you find out the truth about how you can heal the root cause of your disease today.


Did you know that a popular veggie is proven to reduce the risk of cognitive decline by as much as 67 percent if consumed twice per week?…


And that some spices are more effective than the leading antidepressant for treating anxiety and depression, according to clinical studies?...


By taking these natural medicines you can help treat chronic disease and experience results within weeks — sometimes even days!


However, don’t expect to find out about this from your doctor…


Discover these natural medicine secrets (and many more) by getting your free-viewing pass to the world premiere screening of my friend and leading investigative journalist, Jonathan Otto’s groundbreaking new Natural Medicine Secrets docu-series!


>> Get a FREE-viewing pass to the Natural Medicine Secrets docu-series NOW


Here’s to your health,


Dr. Pedram Shojai
 

Jimi

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Featured Alert & Action Item

Say NO to a Forced Coronavirus Vaccine and Other Compulsory Medical Interventions

Urge your lawmakers to say ❌NO to a forced coronavirus vaccine. No pharmaceutical product or procedure should ever be forced, particularly a fast-tracked, experimental vaccine that is free from liability for any harm it might cause — be it a reaction, injury or death. Medical mandates have no place in a free society and violate free, prior and informed consent.

Learn More + Take Action
 

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Dear Jimi,

A staggering 67% of all adults report they have experienced trauma, and sadly leads to a dramatically increased risk in seven out of the top ten causes of death, and a twenty-year reduction in lifespan.

The psychological, neurological and biochemical impact of early life stress and trauma can be reversed. We can heal.

I hope you will join me on the Trauma and Mind Body Super Conference, where over 90 world leading experts will share the most radically comprehensive roadmap to optimum mental health and wellbeing in existence today.

The event is completely complimentary, and is set to be one of the MOST watched health events of the year. I’ll be sharing about the Multifactorial Approaches To Healing Emotional Trauma, covering the impact of emotional trauma on the bioterrain, biofield, nervous system and epigenetics, steps to healing all levels, and the impact of toxins and Lyme on mental health.

Other speakers include Professor Bessel van der Kolk, Dr Stephen Porges, Dr Kelly Brogan, Dr Peter Levine, Dr Jeff Bland, Ken Wilber, Dr Rollin McCraty, Dr Joe Mercola, Dr Gabor Mate, Nick Ortner, Dr Datis Kharrazian, Dr Joe Dispenza, Dr Gerald Pollack, Dr Isabella Wentz, Dr Christiane Northrup, Dr Judith Orloff, Dr William Walsh, Dr James Oschman, Dr Hyla Cass, D Tom O’Bryan, Dr Dietrich Klinghardt, Dr Aristo Vojdani, Caroline Myss, Lynne McTaggart (one of my personal favorites), Dr Ben Lynch, Dr Lissa Rankin, Trudy Scott and many others.

Register today and get two bonus gifts for help during the current pandemic: building physical and mental resilience against viral infections with host of the number 1 health website in the world, Dr Joe Mercola and world leading EFT expert Nick Ortner. Don’t miss out!


See you there!
 

Jimi

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Hi Jimi,

Want it all?

A healthy mind, body and spirit?

If so then you’ll love today’s expert interview where Daniel Amen, MD and Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS share how to take care of your brain...

>> Check it out here <<

To your health,

The HealthMinute Crew

P.S. Special Health Update:

Brain and weight loss experts were alarmed when they saw this...

They couldn't believe that a lot of overweight patients have this one deeply disturbing thing in common...

And that every extra pound of fat is a symptom of another hidden condition...

Find out more here:

What every extra pound of fat does to your brain.



 

Jimi

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Women's Heart Health Often Gets Overlooked

In a 2018 opinion piece for USA Today, singer Barbra Streisand, founder of the Women's Heart Alliance and the Cedars-Sinai Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center, wrote, "Today in America, women are being sent to early graves because our country has failed to combat a disease that kills more of us annually than all forms of cancer combined."

It turns out that neglect of women's heart health happens repeatedly in primary care physicians' offices. Researchers looked at more than 43 international studies with 2.2 million patients and found that primary care doctors write fewer prescriptions for aspirin, statins, and ACE-inhibitors (high blood pressure drugs) for women who are at high risk for a heart attack or have established cardiovascular disease than for similarly endangered men.

In fact, women receive 19% fewer aspirin prescriptions, 10% fewer statin prescriptions and 15% fewer prescriptions for ACE-inhibitors than men.

That means women need to be vigilant guardians of their heart health by making sure primary care doctors regularly check inflammation markers, LDL cholesterol levels, and blood pressure, and discuss the potential repercussions of the results.

If you have elevated blood pressure and/or LDL cholesterol, or a chronically high level of inflammation and are not prescribed medication to combat it, ask why you’re not being given a prescription for those heart risks.

If you're a woman with preexisting conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity, or if you smoke cigarettes or are over age 60, then you have a higher risk for developing heart disease.

At annual checkups, your primary care physician should evaluate your heart health. You can empower yourself by tracking your blood pressure, cholesterol level, blood sugar, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference.

Also be aware that signs of heart attack can be different in women. They may include pain in the neck, jaw, shoulders, upper back, and abdomen, as well as shortness of breath, sweating, lightheadedness, dizziness, and nausea.

Finally, if you feel your primary care physician isn't giving you the care you need, consider making an appointment with a cardiologist, who can conduct a full workup and make decisions on which medications to prescribe.
 

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