Garlic - The Natural Antibiotic

Through my limited experience of healing via the holistic path, I continue to be reminded of how exceptional Mother Earth is in providing all that we need to sustain a high quality and peaceful life and for this, I belly up with gratitude for knowing!

First, let me explain that I do believe (and know for myself) that diseases can be emotionally based, which means that strong emotions and thoughts cause toxins in our bodies (stress) that over a period of time, in some cases, causes disease. We must rid our bodies of these toxins through diet, mediation, prayer, and forgiveness.

I suffer greatly from sinus pressure, sinus infections and sinus issues overall. As Louise Hay explains in her book, "You Can Heal Your Life," any type of sinus problems result in deep irritation of something or someone. In my case, this is VERY true! Some people say, "That is not true. We have no control over hay fever, flowers, and grass that irritate our sinus area." My response, "Then why do some have it and some do not have it? Some people's immune systems can fight the symptoms and others can't." I don't say this to convince you of anything other than to express that if you or having any type of ailment that is hindering you from your true purpose in this Universe, consider the level of emotions and stress in your life as one avenue to explore.

Getting to the value of garlic, I have taken antibiotics three times this year only to have the symptoms and infection return with a vengeance. I seized my power and began my journey on trying a more holistic approach to my healing, and it began with increasing my meditation and prayer time, continuing my exercise program, and drinking two cups of Golden Seal Herbal tea a day. But the magic wand is garlic! I read that garlic is a natural antibiotic (among other extraoridnary benefits) that also helps with inflammation (pressure)! Click here to read more and then read the ScienceDaily website for really extensive information about the health benefits of garlic.

I began eating one fresh organic garlic clove three times a day, everyday and noticed that my infection cleared within 72 hours, but I felt a major difference in 48 hours. I now eat one clove a day, and I can feel the difference in my sinus cavities. I can breathe. I have energy. My joints and ears are clear, and there is no sinus pressure. Imagine that! Oh, don't forget to gargle and brush with baking soda to kill the garlic smell!

I hope you find this information valuable as I do. For me, it's about sharing as much information I can while you are on your journey in peace, holistically!

I'm so excited that our paths are meeting!!

Sending you on your way with a heighten level of positive energy and excellent health, always!

Conscious Friday: Body, Mind & Soul

I've been on a mission to detox my body from all of the cheese doodles, barbeque potato chips, Doritos and cookies that I've been sneaking a hand full here and a cup cake there. Although I'm adamant about getting raw green smoothies, juices and wheatgrass in my body daily, my taste of junk food had grown into a ferocious appetite for it. How did I get here you ask? Excellent question and of one I can’t answer!

I began cleansing and let me tell you that when anyone fasts and detox, they will not only detox from the foods that have been stored in the colon but they also detox emotionally. Seven days into my cleanse, I felt like a raving lunatic! I was out of control and feeling horrible! I began detoxing so fast that I had to slow the detox process down. Whew! It's been a crazy journey. I'm starting to feel better and I thank God!

So, if you don't already know, when we take on such a big challenge as a major detox process, please understand that the only way for the toxins to leave our bodies is for it to go through the entire digestive system and this process impacts not just our bodies, but our minds and our souls.

It is worth it because I’m striving for optimum health and I so need it. Please have patience with me while I soar through this effort. I feel your support and presence!

Se'Lah at Necessary Room is the brainchild of Conscious Friday.

Happy Conscious Friday!

Inspirational Monday: A fit and peaceful way of life

This sweet beauty is Lisa. I tell her that she has a Samurai body (smile) - Hey Lisa!

This lovely beauty is Skyler. I call her the swan body - Hi Skyler!

Lisa and Skyler instructing Bodyflow class - a combination of Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi.

Can I just say that I LOVE my gym with an exclamation point? Ok. I love, love my gym! There are many gyms that I have whined, moaned and flat out denied myself of a good workout because it wasn’t fun to go. With the hard bodies and muscles flexing all over the place, I felt defeated before I even attempted to get my dream body. I sighed....oh, I sighed...

But, Bodyplex, my gym now, is such a warm spirited place to visit. I look forward to going! Can you believe that? From the new-age technological equipment to the group fitness classes, my gym is the bomb (ok translation: excellent)! My preference is the group fitness classes. I won't go into all of them but you can visit Bodyplex's website to see all the details. No pre-planning needed for me about what body part to work. It is all mapped out for me. All I have to do is show up. And I can’t mention the group fitness classes without mentioning the instructors. They are superb! My two favorite instructors are Lisa and Skyler, the beautiful, vivacious and talented instructors who make me smile and feel so good about my body. They are my inspiration!

Lisa's smile and personality attracted me to her the first time I took her class. She is so passionate about making us feel like we can do anything with a little patience with ourselves. She has the energy of my two-year-old daughter. Have you ever known someone that you just admire, but really can't come up with a specific reason why? That's how I feel about her. Lisa is such a doll! I just love her.

Skyler has the sweetest voice that usually puts me to sleep during the relaxation period of the Bodyflow class. But don't let that sweet voice fool you; the girl will take you on a serious workout ride! Both she and Lisa make me laugh! Skyler's presence is so strong when we are working out, I feel good about her kicking my butt in class. It is such a joy to be in her presence!

I felt the need to mention my gym, Bodyplex, because when we are on our healing journey, regardless of what it is, it so important for us to keep the one body we have moving. Some form of exercise, a positive outlook on this beautiful thing we call life and enriching our bodies with live foods (organic fresh fruits and vegetables - heavy on the green); we experience an ultimate feeling of one love, one peace and one God! Let's live our lives with peace, love and a darn good healthy body!

Who or what inspires you?

Happy Inspirational Monday!

Conscious Friday: Reversing Diabetes Movement

I can't tell you the number of people I spoke to and hear about that is suffering from some chronic illness or disease. Diabetes is one disease that stands out in my family. I can tell you that my parents, some of my relatives and many, many of my in-laws are affected by diabetes. They have to carefully monitor their insulin levels by testing their blood daily. Amazing!

I'm really confused how specialists of Western medicine react to this disease. Just the other day, my mom said that she keeps candy beside her just in case her insulin level dropped. I asked, "So, refined white sugar with corn syrup and preservatives will help you rather than eating an apple, orange or a piece of celery?" She was adamant in explaining "what her doctor said."

I took a long deep breath because I believe and know that all illnesses surface based on emotional and environmental pollutions including the pollution (bad eating) some of us put in our bodies. I also believe and know that all illnesses and diseases can be reversed through detoxification of the mind and body and then replenishing takes place through eating fresh organic fruits and vegetables - heavy on the green leafy vegetables and living and practicing peace. So, I felt convicted to help spread the message about the “Reversing Diabetes Movement.” Although, April 25th was the actual "Reversing Diabetes Movement" day, this is a movement and we should continue to spread the word.

Reversing Diabetes Movement is about using food as medicine to heal bodies naturally. You see, if we focus on building our immune systems (raw eating), our bodies will be equipped to handle the fight against diseases. All we have to do is take the step and incorporate raw food in our diets. I'm passionate about this and stand strong in my belief, as I'm a product of raw food healing!

Please, pass this information on to others. You can visit the Reversing Diabetes Movement website to learn more about this extraordinary effort. We must take our health by the bullhorns with strength, confidence and knowledge! We must build our team of doctors to partner with us in the effort.

Thanks for listening! Thanks for going green!

Sending positive energy for a strong and healthy body - also lots of love!

Conscious Friday comes from the consciousness of Se'Lah at Necessary Room. Visit to read many interesting topics and hear great music!

Take a look at how the movement is taking place right before our eyes!

Listen to your heart: Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days

Conscious Friday: Internal Anthem

Always send a smile
It’s a universal connection

Keep the body healthy, flexible and strong
Someone will need a lift by their shoulders

Be aware of the words that we use
They reflect the emotions within

Be the watcher of our thoughts
Know they are for mapping the decisions that came from the Being/Spirit
We are not our thoughts

Feel love
Then experience peace

Recognize fear for what it is
Complacency

Feel the positive energy flow that radiates in our bodies
Then automatically attract the same energy in others
Then re-attach again and again

That's continuous enthusiasm

Joy is exciting. Love is free flowing. Consciousness is acceptance of all that is present.

Eternal Life - We are!

Happy Conscious Friday!

Conscious Friday is the brainchild of Se'Lah at Necessary Room. Please join in!

Conscious Friday: Organic Foods

Hypersensitivity is what happens to me when I enter into a health food store or market where organic fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices are plentiful. Jannah, my three-year old daughter, immediately grabs the cart. "We need agave, mommy," as she directs the cart to one of her favorite sections in the store.

It is interesting that the best foods for us - organic vs. conventional, fresh vs. frozen - are most expensive. These days I budget tightly but I never stop purchasing organic foods. Organic foods are good for our bodies, our country and our planet.

There are groups and organizations launched around the world to find and offer ideas and avenues to educate the public on organic farming and to offer an opportunity for us to obtain organic foods at an affordable price. Recently, I've been introduced to Worldwide Opportunities for Organic Farms (WWOOF), an organization that provides opportunities to learn about organic lifestyles and link volunteers with organic farms.

It is our birthright to eat healthy and be able to afford the type of food that can sustain our health.

Happy Conscious Friday!

For more information on organic farming, check out the following links:

Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Organic_farming

WWOOF
http://www.wwoof.org/

Fountain of Youth

Brushing my teeth is such a tedious task for me until I looked in the mirror this morning to examine and grade my efforts. “Not to bad,” I said. Then I turn my face to the left and the right. “I’m looking vibrant, younger and healthier,” I say out loud. “I feel wonderful.” Am I drinking the fountain of youth?

The intelligence behind our creation has given us everything we need to stay youthful and vibrant even at an old age. Eating a raw diet (at least 80%) helps our bodies and our minds to stay free of toxins and boosts our immune systems to fight diseases when they begin to settle in our bodies.

Focusing on our inner bodies – our spirits – will also boost our immune systems, healing our bodies. When I say focus, I’m saying to feel the energy in your hands, feet, back and chest. Take deep breaths and connect to your inner body and feel the energy that emanates your body. That blanket of energy that you are is connected to a vibrant light that brings us peace and healing. That vibrant light is energy that our minds cannot comprehend but our bodies – the knowing – can feel and in that feeling, we find what we are and that is peace, love and calmness.

So, you want to drink from the fountain of youth? Start by claiming your body and put the same thing that we are and give to this world and that is life. Raw fruits and vegetables are alive, giving us the energy that we need. Secondly, our bodies love our attention. Give it all that it needs by focusing on the present moment and you can do that by feeling the energy field that you are while taking deep breaths. See and feel the cells and organs of your body become alive boosting your immune system. That's healing.

Remember, that energy field you feel in your body is timeless which means if you are 30 or 80 years old, it is not altered. It always remains the same strong current of Stillness and peace connected to vastness of Stillness and peace –God!

Drink happily from the fountain of youth!

Listen to your heart: La Forza - Fountain of Youth

Happy Conscious Friday: Healing

Doris was such a fun, loving, and go-getter as a person that had such compassion about other human beings. Her spirit left this earth on February 11, 2007. I never had my breath taken away, but losing my sister stripped me of my breath. On that day, I couldn’t breathe for about 10 minutes (go to Necessary Room to read about her and you can also click here to read my tribute to her).

Doris left this earth after her battle with breast cancer. I saw my sister’s body deteriorate from the strong concoctions of chemo therapy. After her spirit transcended and five months later, I was diagnosed with pre-cancerous cells in my left breast. I was scared, devastated and shocked. But, I knew I had experienced an incredible amount of stress and I also new that the Western way of treating my condition was not an option. I was not putting harsh chemicals in my body and I wasn’t allowing anyone to cut off any of my body parts.

With God’s help and my determination to depend on the knowledge that I had asked my creator for, I write in victory. I am healthy, happy, excited and passionate about my life and other’s lives. Operation You was created out of passion to allow myself and others an avenue to practice peace and gain strength through all difficult times.

So, in honor of Necessary Room’s Conscious Friday, I leave you with this message. Healing is at your finger tips. God has given us all the knowledge, tools, food and strength to heal our minds and our bodies. You must believe and know, not from your thoughts, but from the core of which you are – the peace that you were born with and that peace is God! 50% of healing is eating correctly and 50% of healing is keeping your attention in the present moment and not lost in your thoughts. I’ve discovered that all who are challenged by disease must find in it their core to radically and bodaciously forgive someone and release the negativity and resentment. This act of forgiving only comes from your Being – God!

Eat plenty of fruits and leafy green vegetables and let go of all those thoughts, pains and resentments that intoxicate your mind and body. Radically forgive all and see and feel the difference in your mind and your body. Of course, consult your doctors (read my article, Build your team) and live your life full of passion, love, forgiveness and please, make a deposit into life! You will not regret it.

Sending positive energy and love and everlasting support to heal your body!

I am Hooked on Bee Pollen, Propolis and Honey!

Spring is around the corner everybody!

After years of battling allergies that ultimately and always lead to sinus infections, I believe I won the battle on managing allergies that affect and infect my body. I am hooked on bee pollen, honey and propolis!

First, please allow me to introduce a new concept to you. Will you allow yourself to open up to the idea that diseases are a result from out of control emotions? Diseases are emotionally based. When our bodies continue to use our immune systems to fight symptoms on a daily basis caused by stresses of work, lack of money, challenging relationships and worry, in addition to environmental pollutions, our bodies continue to respond to that level of emotions even if we are sitting on a comfy sofa with a blanket and a hot cup of our favorite tea. Why? We are replaying the reel of negative and emotional thoughts repeatedly in our heads sometimes without knowing. After awhile, our bodies tell us to change and it tells us via pains and aches, diseases, etc.

Acceptance of any situation allows us to lessen the amount of strain we cause our immune systems. I've learned and continue to practice accepting what I perceive to be difficult at this present moment. I'm taking a deep breath as I write this and accepting, ie, the job I do to receive a paycheck. Sigh... Then I just let go like water falling from a cliff.

While I'm accepting, I've begun taking Bee Pollen for my allergies, a daily tablespoon of local made honey and Propolis for my sinus infection. After years of taking antibiotics, I close my eyes and understand that I will not be lead by fear in my head, but by wisdom and knowledge that God has already supplied us. It's a slow process but I feel SO MUCH BETTER! Take the time to find out about the excellent benefits of taking bee pollen, propolis and honey. Remember to build your team of doctors to gain diverse and well-rounded recommendations and to ask questions about your holistic and peaceful journey to healing.

Sending positive energy your way, always!

Sources: Book "Bee Pollen – Royal Jelly, Propolis and Honey" by Rita Elkins, MH. Click here to view the publisher for this booklet and other helpful booklets. You can purchase this book at your local health food store or order this book by clicking here.

Click here to get some information quickly at articlesbase.com.

Click here to get more information quickly at ebeehoney.com.

ahhh.. Wheatgrass Juice

The smell of wheatgrass juice can make one rear back with surprise at its potency. The taste of wheatgrass is so powerful that it can really take a few seconds to accept the interesting substance that awakens your taste buds. But, the benefits of wheatgrass juice far exceed the smell or taste. I call it the magical healing juice. It bolsters your immune system and thus, it helps to reverse illness.

The exploration of wheatgrass juice was first introduced to America by Ann Wigmore over thirty years ago. She reversed some serious health issues by using wheatgrass and eating a raw food diet. Because she provides information so effectively in her book, The Wheatgrass Book, I have taken some information from this book verbatim to help you understand the power of wheatgrass juice. And so she says:

Wheatgrass can help you restore a high energy level in two ways. First, by fulfilling nutritional deficiencies, and second, by removing wastes that clog your cells, blood, tissues and organs.

Each of us is the keeper of over ten trillion little batteries called cells. Like flashlight batteries, our cells hold a charge of electricity. In order for this charge to be strong and steady, we need to have a steady supply of the proper nutrients, especially the high-quality minerals, vitamins, enzymes, amino acids contained in wheatgrass juice. With the addition of wheatgrass and raw foods to your diet, your cells will store a maximum electrical charge, and you will have plenty of energy. At the same time, wheatgrass will help to release excess fats, mineral deposits, and proteins that are trapped in the organs of digestion and elimination, and in the blood, thus saving your energy that would otherwise be spent in your body’s struggle to cleanse itself.

I’m a “wheatgrassaholic.” I take my a shot of wheatgrass juice everyday and feel the difference and I can see the difference on my face, my dark circles around my eyes diminished – on my head, I have fewer gray hairs – while I sleep, I dream every night because I sleep so deeply. “The body’s ability to fight illness is determined by the immune system.”

Along with a raw vegan diet, wheatgrass juice has changed my life and I’m so grateful to God and thankful for Ann Wigmore.

I recommend that you read about wheatgrass juice before beginning your journey with it and be prepared to take very small amounts until your body can begin to identify it slowly. Use wheatgrass juice in smoothies or juices until you feel that you are able to begin taking straight shots. You can also find Ann Wigmore’s book in my favorite book list in the right-hand column.

I’m so honored to share this powerful information with you and I encourage you to minimize your stress as all diseases are emotionally based and stress is a large factor in an unhealthy body. I also encourage you to be open to healing because any doubt is negativity, another form of stress. Stay open, stay strong, stay wise and stay thankful that God has blessed you to receive this information. Receive it with love and gratitude.

Sending positive energy your way, always!

Build your team...

As Se'lah mentions in her comment on the Neem Tree article, it is a very good idea to check with your doctors about the use of herbs. However, keep in mind that some/most doctors that practice Western medicine may know little about herbal medicine, from my experience, and they are taught to only rely on and promote medicines from pharmaceutical companies. When asking questions about herbs or anything not labratory medicines, you may get a response that may shock you. I know I did. My physician proceeded to stay, "You should be careful of THAT "stuff" you are doing because I know a woman who did that kind of stuff and died and she had two small children." Wow, that was encouraging! It’s interesting that I just asked a question about holistic care in general and his translation was, "stuff."

So, be proactive and consult with holistic doctors, herbal doctors as well as medical doctors. Create your team of doctors and work as a partner with your medical doctor, but understand that we must be bold and proactive to ensure that we are nourishing our bodies while our immune systems conquer some of the foods we eat, the environmental pollution we breathe and the medicines we take.

Se'lah, thanks for your valuable input! One Love...

Neem Tree

Health food stores are my favorite. The aroma from all the fresh organic produce, the variety of herbs and essential oils and the people actually, excite all of my five senses. I love to absorb the power of life and all of the energy it produces and going to health food stores allows me to breathe deeply and absorb.

On this day, I was looking for Wild Yam. I only got a glimpse into this herb and wanted to know more about it. In my findings, I also discovered Neem or it discovered me. What is Neem? It is an evergreen that grows mainly in Central Asia and Middle Eastern regions (India, Pakistan) and its uses are extraordinary. Some of the spectacular benefits of Neem are that it boosts your immune system – “has detoxifying benefits that help maintain healthy circulatory, digestive, respiratory and urinary systems” – effective in dealing with skin disorders like psoriasis, eczema and acne, and it can also be used as a contraceptive. See more benefits of Neem at the attached URL links.

Like so many others, I didn’t know if and how Neem will work with my body chemistry so I tried it. I purchased Neem capsules and Neem oil and I am so glad I did. My husband is excited abut this herb and tells me everyday how his body is benefiting internally from the use of Neem. I felt the big difference externally more than internally. Eczema and psoriasis both have been a nuisance all my life. But, within two days of using the Neem Oil, the troubled areas no longer exist. It’s amazing!

Tapping into nature, which I believe has everything we need to sustain human life, is so crucial in helping us to maintain balance. I wanted to remind you and introduce to others the benefits of Neem. Healing with energy at your fingertips… Sending positive energy your way, always!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neem

http://www.organicindia.com/neem.php

http://www.neemtreefarms.com/

Energy Soup...

I was pouring myself a cup of cold, green smoothie and I smelled the freshness. My taste buds went wild and my body anticipated the nourishment that it was about to receive. Then, my three-year old daughter said, "Mommy, I didn't drink my energy soup today." I smiled at her innocent face while her large dark eyes focused on my cup of energy soup. "Here ya go, booby," I said with excitement. She drank ten sips as usual and rubbed her tummy. "Umm, it's healthy for me." "It is healthy for you," I said while I danced with excitement.

Everything is energy on this earth, everything. So, when we eat raw greens, our bodies LOVE it because we are eating food that is high energy, not dead from being cooked. I wake up in the morning most of the time full of life and energy and I love it. My energy soup consists of many different recipes that include at least two types of greens (collards, kale), celery, sprouts, carrots and lentils and the ingredients vary from day-to-day.

You want to feel energized, have a clear mind, and operate off of less sleep? Drink at least two to three cups of energy soup a day. Your body will love it. Your mind will appreciate it. Your spirit will feel it because high-energy foods have a high vibration level and it will beat inside of you sending the high-leveled frequency to feed and energize you and your organs. I dare you to try it.

Healing and peace at your finger tips.