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Autumn information 2013

Vitamin A- nsp 4065-3 ( A & D combination) Vitamin A also known as beta carotene. It is a fat soluble vitamin that supports vision and skin heath, it is also an antioxidant. It is found in orange and yellow foods. Green leafy vegetables also have a good amount of Vitamin A in them too.  You can also find it in fish oil, egg yolk and butter. Since it is a fat soluble vitamin toxicity can occur if taken in to large of quantities

Vitamin B - nsp -1625-4  (B complex)  It aids in digestion and supports the nervous system.  It is found in whole grains.

The pungent tastes of autumn herbs comes as we move towards the roots.

Burdock Root and Comfrey Root are examples of this.  Burdock Root  nsp- 140-2   is a tonic, diuretic and has also been used for skin disorders. (i.e.  eczema, acne, boils.) 

Comfrey Root  nsp- Golden Salve 1698-0  nsp- Black Salve 1696-9

Both the root and the leaves are valued as a herbal supplement. High in vitamins and minerals it has nutrients that aids in cell growth.  The root consumed daily as a tea is documented to be a tonic for the mucous layer in the digestive tract and the

nsp- respiratory system.

Autumn foods consist of nuts, beans, seeds, grains, proteins and vegetables. Baked winter squash stuffed with grains and mushrooms is a perfect fall dinner!

Barley Soup also deserves an honorable mention. Carrots, turnips, beets, parsnips, walnuts, brown rice & quinoa are all examples of great autumn foods.

Seeds from your freshly carved Jake-o-lantern can be baked and are known to be high in Zinc.

Autumn fruits include apples, dates, figs, jicama, persimmons and rose hips.

ZINC

Zinc nsp- 1657-9   

Zinc lozenges nsp- 8788-9

An essential mineral required by the body for maintaining a sense of taste and smell. It supports the immune system and helps the body build proteins. Foods high in Zinc can help balance blood sugar. A deficiency can cause hair loss and depression. 

Foods high in Zinc include Oysters, scallops, beef, lamb, pumpkin/squash seeds and sesame seeds.

 

Kali Sulph - AKA  Potassium of Sulphate, or sulphate of Potash.     Virgo (Aug 23 to Sept 22)

Key salt for:  Rattling cough, watery mucus

Beneficial on respiratory  issues, aids in conditions of the lungs, sinus’ and bronchi.

Kali Sulph oils like a lubricant. Important for the health of the skin. Helps build new tissue.

Nat Phos – AKA Sodium Phosphate        Libra (Sept 23 to Oct 22)

Key salt for: An acid balancer, Hyperacidity, dyspepsia, and flatus.

Sodium Phosphate will regulate the acid-base balance of the stomach. It is the principle remedy for acid conditions in the blood, bowels, glands, lungs and abdominal organs. Too much acid In the body can irritate brain cells and may manifest in intense emotional symptoms  

 Cal Sulph – AKA Calcium Sulphate, Gypsum      Scorpio (October 24 -November 21)

Key Salt for: Urinary trouble, bladder, intestines and skin issues.

It is a builder of skin tissue and also helps eliminate waste material.  Deficiency results in a discharge of pus.  Blood purifier, helps the liver remove waste products from the blood stream. Because of its cleansing effects throughout the system it helps fight off new infections.

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Colon Cleansing

Colon Cleansing or should I say keeping the colon clean has been my focus since I first learned about human anatomy.  The colon is the Boss organ.  Keeping the colon properly with Fiber, clean water, enzymes and probiotics and it will dutifully aide you in ridding your body of waste, some which can be Toxic!