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Omega 3’s: Concussions, Hormones, Skin, Nerves, Heart, Immunity & More…

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Jan 31, 2026:  See added research at end of this article:

I am currently teaching the Brilliant Body Course online.  Omega 3 was coming up in so many body systems: Circulatory, Nervous, Immune, Glandular/Endocrine, and Structural.

It reminded of the importance of Omega 3 and I thought it was time to add some additional notes about this critical supplement in which many people are deficient.

Omega 3 been part of our Daily Insurance program for decades, available as Super Trio. This convenient Pack consists of Super Omega 3, Super Vitamins and Minerals, and Super N-TOX ( a super Anti-oxidant), conveniently packaged as 60 packets with 1 of each. Great for busy people and those not following a specific natural health regime.

Unfortunately, unHealth Canada has now made Super Trio only available through NSP US! But, we can still obtain Super Omega 3 from in Canada, so no worries!

Omega 3 is  also part of the Basic 4 supplements for the Paw Paw Program for Cancer.

Then I saw this article on the importance of Omegas for  Concussions in the June issue of   The Herbal Collective. I have expanded upon this article and hope you will add this important reminder of care for head injuries to the long list of benefits of Omegas.

Who gets concussions?

Out of the 3 to 4.5 million concussions every year, nearly 2,000,000 are children
aged nineteen or younger who are treated in emergency rooms for sports and recreational-
related head trauma.
The list for sports-related brain trauma includes soccer, hockey, lacrosse, wrestling,
playgrounds, bicycles, baseball,football, skateboards, horse-back riding, and falls.

Symptoms of Concussion

According to CDC, the most common symptoms of concussion are headaches,
brain fog, fatigue, lack of energy, personality and mood changes, anxiety, irritability, and a type of vertigo called BPPV  ( Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo).
Sometimes symptoms may not be readily apparent for days or even a couple of weeks.

The Essential Fats Protocol:

How do omegas help treat brain injury? “The brain is made of fat and about 30
percent of that fat is what are called omega-3 fatty acids, (Super Omega 3)”, says Udo Erasmus, author of ” Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill”.

“We’ve learned if we saturate the brain with what it is made of, we can create the nutritional foundation making it possible for the brain to heal itself.”
Erasmus says most people do not get enough Omega 3 fatty acids which come from cold water fish like salmon,  nuts and seeds like flax and chia seeds and walnuts.

Following a concussion, Udo recommends 3 grams of a balanced omega 3-6-9 oil  (Super Oil) in the morning noon, and night which will supply 9 grams of combined bioactive essential fatty acids daily. This nutritional support should continue for at least a week, or until  symptoms abate, whichever is longer, at which time supplementation should continue at gradually reduced dosages.

In my experience, many people do get more Omega 6, and 9’s via their diet, so are more deficient in the Omega 3’s, so we often see the need for Super Omega 3, which is 1000 mg. from quality tested sources. It contains a balance of EPA and DHA.

Additional benefits of essential fatty acids as reported by CDC:

*Improve heart rate and rhythm
*Reduce triglycerides and high blood pressure
*Lessen the effects of chronic inflammation on the heart and blood vessels
*Reduce the risk of angina, heart attack, and stroke
* Provide the body with more energy, help stabilize the weight or aid in weight loss                * Enhance the immune system                                                                                                                             * Prevent and reduce inflammation                                                                                                                  * Provide more nourished and healthy skin.
* Omega 3 fatty acids are an integral part of cell membranes throughout the body (thus      required for healthy cellular regeneration)
* Provide a starting point for making hormones                                                                                       *Omegas have important benefits for the heart, brain and metabolism                                *Considered specific for nervous conditions such as MS, Parkinsons, Dementia, including Alzheimer’s.

More information on Omega 3’s and Emotional Health, Depression: (https://www.naturalpathremedies.com/blog/400-omega-oils/)

Sources of Omega 3 as Daily Insurance:                                              (https://www.naturalpathremedies.com/blog/are-your-supplements-what-you-think/)
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Jan 31st, 2026 Addend:

NOTE: With fats and oils, it is even more  critical to ensure your source is tested properly. No one wants to ingest impure or rancid oils, as it will  only worsen inflammation!  This means   accurate testing for purity, potency, minerals, heavy metals, pesticides and microbial contamination.

One reason we have used Nature’s Sunshine products, personally and professionally since 1985. Super Omega 3, (US & CA) and only in Canada, Super Oil. If links don’t work, please contact us, things change.

It’s always encouraging to see supporting research from the Medical side, which over the last 40 years was usually 10-15 years after the natural health education. Since Convid, more MDs are speaking out, so the supportive research from “the other side” is coming sooner! This came via the Canada Health Alliance, a good resource and blend of both!

 

CONCUSSION & THE OMEGA-3 PROTOCOL
Read This Because There’s A 20% Chance You’ll Get A Concussion This Year!

By Bill Code MD

Almost all of us have bumped our brain or had someone we care about experience this. Today, we understand a major nutrition tool, Omega-3 fish oil, can assist recovery – even from coma – or, better still, it can prevent the injury from being as severe in the first place.
I spoke of the benefits of extra oxygen assisting concussion recovery in my 2019 book Solving the Brain Puzzle. I recently read the book: When Brains Collide by Michael D Lewis MD. His secondary title for the book was “What every athlete and parent should know about the prevention and treatment of concussions and head injuries.” In this short article I will endeavour to outline the key concepts from the above book and the additional pieces that I have learned since the writing of my 2019 book.
To begin, concussion, or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), is now understood to occur even from a head bump with or without a loss of consciousness. In addition, the regular symptoms may occur immediately or days or even one to two weeks later. This knowledge will wisely expand your enthusiasm for the possibility of omega-3 nutrition treatment.
We now understand injury to the brain from concussion as a two step process. The first step is literally a bruise to the tissues much like a visibly bruised knee. The second is the bruise triggering a biochemical cascade or ‘waterfall of events’ that can happen immediately, but more likely several hours later. You could think of this as a smouldering small fire which in time bursts into flame. The flames are full bore or excess inflammation, which comprises redness, heat, swelling and pain or loss of function. This is extra critical as the brain is in a closed box and therefore swelling is a major factor in the headache experienced.
Secondary to the film “Concussion” starring Will Smith and Alex Baldwin, most of us focus on football as in the National Football League type. This is over simplified on our part. We now realize that  most sports are at risk. These include: ice hockey, especially in the Canadian context, rugby, soccer, wrestling, cycling, skateboarding, horseback riding, baseball, lacrosse and even playgrounds for younger kids. Another critical point is that young women athletes are even more at risk than boys or young men, although all groups are potentially at risk from motor vehicle accidents or simple falls. In the elderly, falls are the reason for 80% of their concussions.
In summary, the latest understood and employed therapy for concussions is ingesting omega-3 fish oils which contain both EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) which are long-chain omega-3 fatty acids essential for human health, primarily found in fatty fish and algae. These are typically in a liquid or gel capsule form. This is where the “omega-3 protocol” initiated by Michael D Lewis MD prior to his book of 2016 fits in.
He outlines that there are about four and a half million concussions every year in North America. Of these, nearly 2 million are children aged 19 years or younger. This is definitely a crisis.
Severe concussions can often be assisted by better nutrition, even through a feeding tube, if need be. The overall goal is 5,000 milligrams of combined EPA and DHA in fish oil three times a day for a total of 15,000 milligrams per day. Yes, this is above the regularly suggested amount by the FDA of 5,000 milligrams per day. However, you need the extra amount to reverse the inflammatory cascade. In coma, you will use these 5,000 milligrams  three times a day until a response. Once a response occurs then you would reduce it to 5,000 milligrams twice a day for a week and then further reduce to 5,000 milligrams per day ongoing. If the client regresses, go back up a level of dose until recovery returns.
In mild or moderate TBI  or concussion, which is of course not coma, then, as per the above, the 5,000 milligrams of EPA and DHA three times a day are suggested for a week. Then it is suggested 5,000 milligrams of EPA and DHA twice a day for a week and then ongoing with 5,000 milligrams of EPA and DHA daily.
I am excited to report that prevention is also a key possibility.
To this end, 5,000 milligrams of EPA and DHA per day ongoing is probably very useful in sports or at risk individuals such as the elderly. For example, I am 72 years old with the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, and I will take Omega-3s for the rest of my life, by choice. My current favourite is Balanced Oil by Zinzino. However, my earlier choices were Nordic Naturals and NAKA fish oils.

If you want to learn more of this very important topic I refer you to:

  1. The website http://www.brainhealtheducation.org/resources/brain-injury-protocol/ to download the full Omega-3 Protocol.
  2. My upcoming book called “Omega-3s and Oxygen at Home for Memory and More”. This will be printed later this year.
  3. Alternatively, to hear me speak on this and other topics please register to attend the in-person “Self-care is Health Care” conference that Canada Health Alliance is hosting from April 24th to 26th on the coast of British Columbia. For further information check-out the event website at: https://www.selfcareishealthcare.ca/
  4. Plus you can read Michael D Lewis’s book called ‘When Brains Collide’ which is this week’s Book of the Week (see below). On page 215 of the book you will be able to look up the full ‘Omega Protocol.’

Cholesterol drugs increase Alzheimers

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 UPDATE: May, 2026
Cholesterol, Heart Conditions , and Genetics – Myths?
– More proof that they not scientific or medical facts.

For further proof that many aspects of cholesterol are hypothesis  and not proven facts, you can research any of the following books:

The Clot Thickens: The Enduring Mystery of Heart Disease (2021),  and The Great Cholesterol Con (2007), both by Malcolm Kendrick.
Dr. Kendrick dismantles any evidence that cholesterol  causes cardiovascular disease.

The Cholesterol Myths (2000)) by Uffe Ravnskov
Demonstrates that the cholesterol-heart disease association does not survive rigorous examination.

Understanding the Heart (2022)by Stephen Hussey
Integrates cardiovascular science with terrain medicine perspectives.

In other words, it is the Terrain of the body, not the genetics, not some microbe, or blood test like cholesterol that determines disease. And a deficiency of statins, or any pharmaceutical ,  is certainly not a cause.

Please be sure to read my comments at end of this article, for more evidence that high cholesterol is not only a money making myth, but that low cholesterol may be dangerous to your physical health, not just for mental health as I wrote about 9 years ago.

Original Post Nov. 2017:

Dr. Stephanie Seneff, a Senior Research Scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), completed research in 2017 that  concluded:  “People who take cholesterol lowering drugs had over 2.5 times the risk of developing Alzheimers.” 

The brain contains approximately 25% of the body’s total cholesterol, so restricting this essential fat is not good for the mind. Cholesterol  is also a necessary precursor for many of our hormones, without which life is just not up to par. Read Hormones Make You Happy to understand more.

Add to this recent finding the fact that 50 YEARS ago, research showed that high cholesterol had little to do with arteriosclerosis, hardening of the arteries, and therefore heart disease.

Dr. Kilmer McCully discovered that cholesterol and clogged arteries are not the causes, but rather the symptoms of heart disease. McCully’s research, published in the American Journal of Pathology in 1969,  linked elevated homocysteine levels to heart disease, NOT cholesterol levels.  Homocysteine is a naturally occurring amino acid that is damaging  if it accumulates in the blood.

Despite McCully  receiving numerous awards for his research, including the 1998 Linus Pauling Functional Medicine Award, he lost Harvard University funding and was denied further research jobs for more than two years.

McCully says: “My suggestion was that the cause of arteriosclerosis in the general population was an underlying deficiency of certain B vitamins—B6, B12 and folate (B9), (leading to elevated homocysteine levels). The role of cholesterol and fats was secondary. This was too much for the establishment to take.”

His research unfortunately coincided with industry and pharmaceuticals investing multi millions into  the low cholesterol fad, low cholesterol foods, and cholesterol lowering drugs. In other words, it was very un-profitable for this research to be released to the public. B Vitamins are not expensive. Statin drugs sell billions of dollars per year.

When Lorene Benoit first started teaching this in the 1990’s, homocysteine blood tests were rare. They have now become common place for doctors  and patients in the know. So if you are at risk of the number 1 North American disease, Cardiovascular Disease,  you would be wise to consider taking quality B vitamins and other lowering cholesterol naturally.* Do you want to risk having a healthy heart , but spending your golden senior years with Alzheimers? Not many people do.

* This does not mean you want to lower cholesterol to unhealthy levels.

McCully was also one of the earlier researchers to also suggest that genetic defects can play a significant role in the metabolism these B vitamins—B6, B12 and folate. As genetics studies increase, more defects have been discovered, indicating that at least 12% of the population are affected. This increases both the amount and type of folic acid needed to keep homocysteine levels in the normal range.  Leading edge supplement companies are now producing better assimilated methylated forms.

We have seen significant positive results using  Liquid Methyl B12 ( B12 plus Bs: 1,2,3 & 6).

Please contact our office to access  the best natural supplements for you at the best price with direct delivery anywhere in North America. This will include our member pricing for expert professional personal assistance.

Other Factors Contributing to Cardiovascular Disease

When homocysteine levels rise, they  damage the cells and tissues of artery linings. In an attempt to repair the damage to arterial walls, the body stimulates growth of artheriosclerotic plaques. This is similar to the body’s process of forming scar tissue to heal an external wound – the plaque is  like applying glue to fill in the damaged areas. This is what leads to arterial clogging and heart disease.

Folate, along with vitamins B6 and B12, has been shown in numerous studies to help lower homocysteine levels. The active form of folate, L-methylfolate, can achieve plasma folate levels up to 700% higher than synthetic folic acid and therefore may be more effective at lowering homocysteine levels. Either of the Methyl formulas mentioned above will help balance the body’s levels.

Besides lack of or poor metabolism of B Vitamins, there are several other factors that can increase homocysteine levels, leading to greater chance of arteriosclerosis:

  • Toxic factors such as cigarette smoking, pharmaceutical drugs, environmental and industrial toxins
  • poor nutrition, especially inadequate intake of anti-oxidants required to neutralize free radical damage
  • stressful lifestyles – read more about stress and cortisol effects on cholesterol.

Solutions to these are well  explained in Chapter 6, “The Road to Wellness: The 4 Pillars of Health” in Lorene Benoit’s book, The Paw Paw Program .

 

Note that some links may be for Canadian products, some for US; some may have changed.

This is why we suggest for more information, or to get yourself on a daily Health and Vitality Program, contact Lorene Benoit, MHH.

 

 

Smart Meters, EMF exposure

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Just look at how many doctors, psychologists and psychiatrists are already seeing the negative impact of excess wireless technology. A few shocking truths:

  • Martin Pall, PhD, School of Molecular Biosciences  –Autism has increased in recent years from an incidence of 1 in 10,000 to 1 in 68
  • Suruchi Chandra, MD, Psychiatrist focused on Autism, OCD, chronic fatigue and mood disorders – Autism has increased 1200% since 1987
  • Victoria Dunkley, MD, Child Psychiatrist – “continued societal inaction on this issue constitutes child abuse”
  • Loretta Lynch, Former President of the California Public Utilities Commission – The science is clear: EMF’s affect health, particularly the most vulnerable among us. Those living within 150 feet of power lines are at increased risk of serious disease.
  • Utilities and telecommunications companies know these facts but obtain “obscenely obsessive profits” from this technology and are in a “desperate scramble” to set regulations in stone before public awareness increases and reforms are widely demanded.
  • Analog meters are “simple, accurate, and reliable.” There was no need to change them out. The only reason they were replaced with smart meters is that the utilities were not profiting off them any longer- they had “fully depreciated.”

To learn more, visit: Physicians and Researchers Denounce Health Risks of Smart Meters, Oct. 2015

We also know that many cancers are triggered by exposure to smart meters, transmission towers, over-use of cell phones, cordless this, wireless that. All those working towards healing need to limit their exposure to all types of EMF, RF, including indiscriminate use of medical radiation. For more references, please check out my book, Natural Approach To Cancer, and other articles on Research Blog Cancer.

To learn more about the widespread attempts to educate the public on dangers of smart meters, visit: Stop Smart Meters.org. This site updates worldwide protests to ever increasing health and economic issues.

 

Vaccines, autism & brain immuno-excito-toxicty

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UPDATE Aug/2024:

Since the covid vax genocide, more info on the truth of ALL vaccines has been researched. The bottom line is that NO vaccines, including all childhood vaccines are safe.

This chart from the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System  (VAERS), clearly shows the lack of studies for safety. Studies for effectiveness are basically non-existant.   VAERS is a government agency, which openly admits only about 1% of adverse events are reported, either because parents are not aware, or doctors refuse to submit a report for fear of reprimand from those who pay them.

https://icandecide.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/no-placebo-101823.pdf

UPDATE Mar/2019:

An informative 2 minute+ video excerpt from the movie BOUGHT, presents  3 Doctor’s summaries of challenges with the current vaccination of children. A few pertinent quotes:
M.D.Patrick Gentempo:
“Even if individual vaccines might be safe, imagine now combining all these, put together into a little infant that’s just born,  total of 26 of them in it’s first 18 months of life and you’re playing with real fire here.”

Toni Bark, M.D.:
“Giving the HPV vaccine which lasts 3-5 years to a new born? Are they going to have sex before they are 5?   There is a disconnect here. … giving somebody, day one of life, a vaccine that’s never been tested on infants, can’t even legally be tested on newborns, makes zero sense unless it’s lining your pocket.” 

Incidence of cervical cancers has risen since widespread use of HVP vaccine. Sweden, UK, France and US doctors, oncologists and surgeons have all reported  these same conclusions, yet vaccine makers continue to promote the life saving propaganda and force these on the market, targeting juvenile females with fear and false advertising.

Tim O’Shea D.C.:
“In 1993 we were spending three billion dollars on vaccines in the entire world. By the year 2000 it was about twenty billion dollars a year globally that we were spending on vaccines. You have to  follow the money and you can  see how processes and procedure in our culture can be bought.”

Original Article : July/ 2015

This lecture  is critical to watch, especially for new parents who are smart enough to question the medical immunization issue versus building lifelong health.

The Central Mechanism By Which Vaccines Induce Autism – The Danger of Excessive Vaccination During Brain Development: Dr. Russell Blaylock addressing  the National Autism Association (NAA).

It is a difference between weakening or strengthening the immune system NATURALLY and for life. If you do not have 1 hour and 9 minutes  to listen to the entire presentation, invest at least 4 minutes to watch minutes 38 – 42.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX6l8-EQGYQ

Oops… yet another great video censored, as is most science that does not support Vaccine agenda. But, you can still read a 4 pg. report: Excessive Vaccination and Autism Research

Here are some important highlights from Dr. Blaylock’s research. You can make up your own mind to decide who you believe. Big Pharma making the billions, or a doctor whose livelihood was destroyed when he presented truthful warnings?

“When vaccine toxins are injected they stimulate systemic immunity that causes the microglia of the brain to increase inflammatory cytokines and glutamates within minutes.

This process of priming of microglial begins in utero with  the recommended flu shot for the mother, (LB: H1N1, Avian, whatever is “chosen” as this year’s fear mongering money maker),  is increased with the Hep B shot at birth, then further placed on over-drive with each subsequent vaccine injected, which in the US now amount to 26 vaccines by age 1 yr.  

This brain inflammatory process is happening during the most intense period of brain development of the child. The accumulative effect causes an enormous secretion of inflammatory cytokines and glutamate which can and has caused death, SIDS, encephalitic crying caused by brain inflammation.

With frequent vaccinations causing repeated brain inflammation  the accumulative effect can cause adult disorders including seizure, behavioral problems, OCD and depression throughout life. Through this constant brain stimulation, the brain is never able to heal.”

 

WHO WOULD DO THIS TO AN INFANT?

“Human  immune stimulation during pregnancy is a danger to the unborn child.

There is NO science to support the frequently postulated scare tactic that a pregnant mother is at  a greater risk than any other population. But there IS repeated research showing a 7-14 times higher incidence of autism and  schizophrenia due to immuno-excito toxic response, which is not healthy to the fetus.”

Common toxins in vaccines such as mercury, ethyl mercury, (thimersol IS a mercury derivative) and aluminum, are all powerful microglial stimulators. These adjuvant toxins are cumulative and no studies have ever been done on their additive effect when 5 or 6 different vaccines are given at the same time, and in such frequently repeated dosages.

 

STUDY COMPLETED BY UBC IN 2012  

Death after Quadrivalent Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination: Causal or Coincidental? warns that their may be a causal link to death due to neurological autoimmune vasculitis (simplified:  brain inflammation) that needs further evaluation. I, as a parent, or a young woman would not choose to inject this into any young woman’s blood stream.

Further References and Research:

Vaccine reference websites

 

Lorene Benoit has seen, over the past 45 years in health education,  the results of medical immunizations for ALL ages, as well as the health of children and adults who refuse vaccines. She offers many safe, natural alternatives that work more effectively than  chemical, toxic poisons that alter immunity and brain function.

Contact her office for your personalized program; free 10 minutes to judge for yourself. 

Benoit is author of  The Paw Paw Program – A “Christopher Columbus” Approach to Cancer  – a book on natural health, which includes a wealth of information on healthy lifestyle to build immunity. It includes diet, emotional, exercise, recipes and more that are essential to incorporate for healing of all conditions, including cancer.

 

Traumatic Brain Injury and Progesterone

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Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) affect more people each year than breast cancer, prostate cancer and HIV combined; 1.5 to 2 million Americans are affected annually. Football, hockey and car accidents all contribute to deaths from TBI’s.

Some preliminary clinical studies show support for the administration of progesterone to reduce cerebral edema and inflammation, resulting in up to 50% reduction in 30 day mortality . Best results have been shown if Progesterone is administered within 24 hours, either IV for 3 days, or IM for 5 days. treat these devastating injuries

Find out more about progesterone’s influence on brain inflammation and read about the recent human trials in article from Labrix Clinical Services.

Health products that protect the brain from normal inflammation of aging include herbs that have stood the tests of thousands of years, such as Gingko Biloba and Gotu Kola. In addition, oils such as Super Omega 3‘s help keep cell membranes flexible enough to absorb their nutritional needs and eliminate toxins. 

General health principles, such as those outlined in Lorene Benoit’s book, The Paw Paw Program – The “Christopher Columbus” Approach to Cancer – The World IS Round and Cancer CAN Be Treated Naturally, also support brain health.  Extensive dietary recommendations and some recipes are given to help people understand how to eat better. Eliminating sugar is critical to optimum health and prevention of all chronic conditions, diseases, including healing from trauma and preventing conditions such as Alzheimer’s.

For more information on the effects of hormones on our health, please see all Hormone health articles.

Contact Benoit Health Education for more information on how to attain and maintain optimum health, or to order wholesale herbs, supplements and therapeutic nutritionals from the leader in the health industry since 1972.

Think well, be grateful and be well!

 

 

 

 

Anxiety and Mood Disorders

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The number of people I hear from that are suffering from anxiety and mood disorders seems to be  increasing all the time.  Young and old, Mom’s and Dad’s …..well you get the picture.  I am so pleased that Nature’s Sunshine Products (NSP) launched their newest herbal formula, Zerenity™in Canada.

The effectiveness of this product has already been shown in the US, under the name of Anxiousless – same formula, different name.  Several clients have already been ordering from the US Zerenity™  CA/(Anxiousless™ / US), with very positive results, since it was launched in the US last summer.  Having it available now in Canada, approved by Health Canada,  will make the world of difference for many of people suffering from varying levels anxiety, stress, nervousness and depression.

I had the opportunity to learn more about Zerenity™ on a great NSP Webinar® presentation by Dr. Mathew Tripp, Director of Research, and must say I am impressed with the level of research that has gone into producing this formula. We also heard many great testimonials at Ottawa Conference Oct. 2014,  how this product was helping people to:

  • focus better when under stress
  • get projects finished – less procrastinating
  • sleep better
  • be happier

 One person’s story: “After just 20 days, my short and long term memory, concentration and focus, sense of being grounded, and sleep have improved so much !  I feel like the clock has rolled back 20 years ! “
With Love and Gratitude,    Lucy Taylor

 Zerenity™ is formulated to help those experiencing acute stress and nervousness to find quick relaxation and calm.   It has also been found to improve focus and executive thinking, and can be used daily for those suffering with acute anxiety, or occasionally when you need help  to cope with those stressful situations or days.  Having a bottle on hand just seems to be a good idea. 

See related article on ADD, ADHD, Anxiety, & GAD.
 
Dr. Tripp outlined the solid base of independent and NSP based research on all the ingredients individually, as well as this patented formula.  Zerenity™ is formulated around the patented botanical ingredient known as Zembrin®, or Sceletium tortuosum, a South African herb with more than 300 years of documented indigenous use to support the nervous system and produce feelings of calm and relaxation in healthy people.   NSP’sZerenity™ formula also contains the amino acid L-theanine, vitamin B1, magnesium, and zinc as supportive ingredients.  Zerenity™ works on three separate neurological pathways in the brain, making it very effective and without the common side effects of pharmaceutical drugs.  Dr. Tripp also indicated that, in their studies, there have been no adverse effects when combined with pharmaceutical anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications.
 
What is even better, for those of you that care about the indigenous people that brought Sceletium tortuosum to the western world, the ingredient Zembrin® has been developed and produced as an environmentally sustainable and socially responsible initiative with the South African San Council.   For more information about Zerenity™ or Anxiousless™  please  contact our office.

ADD, ADHD, Anxiety, GAD, Nervousness

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There are several different labels relating to hyperactive, unfocused or anxious children and adults. ADD  (Attention Deficit Disorder), ADHD, (Attention Deficit HyperActive Disorder), GAD (General Anxiety Disorder) are some of the plethora of disorders and syndromes that have been labelled to be treated with yet another drug. It is preferable to avoid the use of labels , and just help create balance physically, mentally and emotionally.

In Lorene Benoit’s book: The Paw Paw Program – The “Christopher Columbus” Approach to Cancer – The World IS Round and Cancer CAN Be Treated Naturally , Chapter 6 – The Road to Wellness – The Four Pillars of Health covers what she feels are four critical pillars to optimum health and prevention of all chronic conditions.

There is considerable information available on how to treat all of these conditions naturally, which is the preferred method for long lasting positive results. Drug treatments such as Ritalin do not address the root causes and have many negative side effects, which will affect  long term health.

The first pillar is a healthy diet, definitely a concern with any behavioural or psychological challenge. Eliminating sugar and artificial additives and chemicals is a great place to start. Guidelines, suggestions and some recipes are in the book as well as on this website:  Optimum Health Diet.

Dietary changes to whole, non-processed mild food diet, along with herbal aids will make a noticeable difference within weeks! Food allergies may be contributing to the challenge; Muscle Response Testing can be used to determine this. Many educational references are available from the author.

The second pillar is Exercise and the third is Emotional/ Spiritual. Please read specific suggestions listed below under Other Considerations.

The fourth pillar is Supplementation. Children and adults who experience challenges are often nutritionally deficient in several areas, and will benefit from supplementation. A full spectrum of nutrients is required to lead normal, healthy, active children’s lives. Even with an excellent  diet, optimum nutritional levels are very difficult to achieve through diet alone. And the SAD diet (Standard American Diet) is woefully deficient.

Herbal formulas  have proven successful because they are nutritionally dense powerhouses. Below are some that have been particularly effective for these conditions:

Choose one of the following for balancing, depending on what is most needed: 

Focus ATN, # 1833-4, contains Gingko, Melissa and DMAE. It encourages restful, balanced mental activity, and helps focus attention.

Anxiousless (US) or Zerenity (CA) #1167-9, a herbal, amino acid and mineral combination containing Sceletium tortuosum, a South African herb, has been thoroughly studied for safety
and efficacy in comprehensive  clinical studies. It reduces acute stress, nervousness and promotes relaxation very quickly, with only capsule per day.

STR-J #1087-0, herbal formula that calms and nourishes the nervous system. Contains: chamomile, passion flower, hops, fennel, marshmallow and feverfew. This can also be opened and made into a tea, or is available as a liquid formula in the US.

ADD 1 multi vitamin, plus some extra minerals or 2 of the following for daily nutrition:

SynerPro Super Vitamins & Minerals # 4057-9 complete balanced formula in tablet form    OR

Chewable Multi Vitamins & Minerals # 1722-9 complete balanced formula in chewable form

Mineral Chi Tonic # 1818-3 – all macro & trace minerals plus adaptogen herbs to support adrenals & balance the body.

Magnesium # 1786-6 – the relaxing mineral, made more potent by addition of high magnesium herbs for better assimilation.

For nerve and brain nutrition, choose one of:

As the brain is composed of almost 50% fats, Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) are just that – essential!   Super Oil # 8235-8 , Flax Seed Oil #1770-3 or Super Omega 3 # 1515-7. Omegas provide EFAs for correct nerve transmission and nourishment, inflammation from ever-excitement,hormonal balancing and more.

EVERY PERSON benefits from daily: 

Super Shakes daily to increase protein, decrease sugar and chemical intake, and provide extra nutrition.

If needed:

Black Walnut Liquid Extract #1755-7 or ATC concentrate capsules #93-3 -eliminates parasites, high in minerals, especially iodine to nourish the thyroid. Parasites can be an underlying problem, aggravting nervousness, insomnia or irritability.

Lobelia  Extract #1765-8 – high in natural calcium, the most calming herb for nerves and muscles, helps  sleep, twitching, and asthma.

Ensure correct elimination (at least 2 bowel movements/day): Acidophilus, LB, Licorice or Slippery Elm if needed.

There are other herbs and natural treatments which may be required to balance nervous system, adrenals, liver or other systems. All programs need to consider the individual. Consult a qualified herbalist or holistic to help guide you. Contact Benoit Health for assistance in selecting the best for your conditions and to ensure you get professional quality herbals at the best price.

The following are some possible root causes:

  • food allergies; leaky gut
  • chemical sensitivities & imbalances
  • parasites; heavy metals
  • imbalanced nervous system
  • constipation
  • hypoglycemia, hyperinsulinimia – i.e. blood sugar imbalance
  • deficient or imbalanced neurotransmitters – the electricity for many functions. We need adequate amino acids to create them. Those most involved in these conditions and the required amino acids are: Serotonin – tryptophan; Epinephrine – tyrosine; Dopamine – phenyalanine and GABA – glutamine.

Did you know that more serotonin is produced in  the colon than in the brain? Instead of anti-depressants, more people could be happier and healthier to ensure their colon is clean and working daily, rather than spending billions on damaging chemical anti-depressants.

Other considerations as part of Pillars two – Exercise and three – Emotional/ Spiritual:

  • eliminate or restrict TV, wireless, RF and EMF exposure, which have negative influences on the brain wave patterns, growth and behaviour
  • research led by Europe is showing how negative Wireless exposure is to brains, especially those of children and many schools prohibit WIFI use before secondary schools. Unfortunately North American schools are adding more daily, ignoring research of increased challenges, including brain, breast & other cancers.
  • encourage more exercises and games to encourage healthy communication between all family members
  • establish routine and schedules in the child’s life, for a stabilizing effect
  • assure the child or adult of unconditional love audio learning programs to compensate for possible visual challenges, plus therapy to correct those such as “floating letters”

 

To order any of the above herbal formulas, products for nutritional shakes, or to book a personal health education session, contact Benoit Health Education. We can also offer you a direct account discount.

The Four Pillars of Health also relate to Weight Management see a  previous article to learn more .

Changing Genetics with More Love?

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Dr. Bruce Lipton, in a lecture on Healing with the Masters, asks the question, “Do we have enough love?”

His findings are based on stem cells studies. Everyday we replace billions of our cells from embryonic cells, which we call stem cells. Dependent on what medium or culture in which the stem cells are grown will determine what type of cells they become, whether muscle, bone, fat or any other of many possible cells. Plus, whether they are healthy or abnormal cells. So, in a nutshell, our  genetics do not determine the outcome of the cells – it is the environment in which they are immersed.

One of the healthiest environments is one which is infused with love. Sick stem cells transferred into a healthy environment become well and vice versa.

Our human body is a community of fifty trillion cells living according to what the brain perceives.  The brain’s perception of the world controls the neurotransmitters which determine the chemistry of the blood, which determines the fate of our cells, so ultimately the brain controls our state of health. This concurs with epigenetics which states that environment controls the fate of genetics.

A mind in love and a mind in fear have two different chemistries which will affect the physical health of our cells, no matter what the genetics. Being in love releases dopamine, oxytocin, vasopressin. These chemicals grow exuberant  stem cells. Fear and stress hormones hinder healthy cellular growth.

Conscious mind (prefrontal cortex, about 10%)  has our wishes, desires for future & creativity. Sub conscious mind (about 90%) has the pre-recorded programs, habits, instincts and learned experiences, acquired in the first 7 years of our life through our observed environment and culture. It is this 90% subconscious which determines what the 10% conscious achieves.

Talking to your subconscious does NOT work – it is akin to talking to a CD player. The subconscious mind learns 3 ways: hypnosis, habituation (repetition & practice), and energy modalities that engage subconscious processes to reprogram it.

In Lorene Benoit’s book: The Paw Paw Program – The “Christopher Columbus” Approach to Cancer – The World IS Round and Cancer CAN Be Treated Naturally, Chapter 6, The Road to Wellness – The Four Pillars of Health, includes emotional healing as one of the 4 essential Pillars. The importance of loving support when dealing with any chronic health conditions is critical and is backed by more and more research from the field of quantum physics.

This book is full of  easy to read information that is critical to treatment and prevention of all chronic conditions, and achievement of optimum health.

FOCUS ON WHAT IS BEING BORN. As you reprogram your subconscious you effect the reality of the cells that create your future, as well as the evolution of all humanity.

Contact our office to order this book, or create your personalized optimum health program. Old fashioned phone? 250-748-6802.

Success with Fibroids, Endometriosis, Energy, Excema, Stress and Memory

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Success Stories shared by Lucy Taylor, shiatsu and nutritional specialist of  Phoenix Holistic Healing – thank you!

3 Medical Challenges and Healthy Alternatives for Lungs, Diabetes and Vaccines

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Feb. 2021: references, details added:

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Just 2 Months’ Exposure to Anticholinergics (AC’s)* Affects Cognition

Physicians “absolutely” over-prescribe ACs, said Dr. Boustani, Indiana University Center for Aging Research. Patients might push for these drugs in the belief that if they simply take a pill, their symptoms will go away. Also, physicians typically don’t have the time to discuss medication alternatives with individual patients. “They take the easy way out, which is to just simply spend 10 seconds writing a prescription,” said Dr. Boustani.

AC’s are used for a variety of conditions including:

Respiratory (with most seniors with COPD and asthma), urogenitary, gastrointestinal, dizziness and insomnia (shorterm only) . The results highlight the importance of limiting prescriptions for ACs in older adults. All too often, said Dr. Boustani, patients continue to take AC medications even when they’re not working.

*A list of common prescribed and over the counter AC’s at end of article.

Lorene Benoit questions how is one to know if cognitive impairment in seniors is being caused by, or worsened by the long term use of these medications when Mild Cognitive Impairment has been noted after only 2 -3 months of use. Many seniors are on these medications, compounded by having  several of them combined, for long term, usually years or until death do them part! How often is declining cognition being brushed off as natural aging, or dementia? Plus, some of these medications are prescribed for children with rapidly developing brains!

Healthy Natural  Approaches for Respiratory use of AC’s

When possible, physicians should substitute AC medications with those that have fewer cognitive adverse effects or with nonpharmacologic alternatives, said Dr. Boustani.

Benoit offers even safer, natural alternatives be considered. For breathing and respiratory  distress caused by COPD, asthma, or other respiratory conditions like bronchitis, congestion and coughs, Lobelia is safe, effective and inexpensive.

Lobelia Inflata is a third degree medicinal herb. It has so many positive actions that Dr. John Christopher has a whole chapter in his “School of Natural Healing” textbook dedicated to lobelia.  Some of  the following properties make it one of the essential herbs to have on at hand in every home.

Medicinal properties include:

Nervine:  Lobelia is one of nature’s strongest relaxant nervine herbs. Because of its ability to relax the sympathetic nervous system, it has been used effectively for nervous excitement, hysteria, relaxing  tight colon (spastic constipation, IBS)

Antispasmodic:  stops spasms so is useful for muscle spasms, cramps, convulsions, irregular heart beat,  bronchial spasms such as in asthma, coughs,

Analgesic, Anodyne:  effective for painful conditions such as teething, earache, muscle and joint inflammation, kidney or gall bladder stones, stiff neck, injuries. Helps eliminate pain and toxins of poisonous bites and stings. Apply externally, as well as taking internally.

Deobstruant: Lobelia has the ability to remove obstructions. This makes it effective in loosening and helping with expectoration of mucous, especially in the respiratory tract and stomach.  It helps to cleanse and stimulate movement of lymph fluid, thus aiding this important part of our immune system and body’s natural waste disposal.

Stop smoking: “Medical Claim approved by Health Canada: Lobelia can help quit smoking, by helping to reduce the body’s craving for nicotine and easing withdrawal symptoms”. One of Lobelia’s active constituents is lobeline, which has a similar chemical composition to nicotine. This makes Lobelia very effective for those wishing to stop smoking, as lobeline will fill the nicotine receptor sites which create cravings, without any addictive effect or weight gain – a few drops under tongue, hold 30 seconds. Repeat up to 20 times per day, as required. Doing a cleanse, such as the Tiao He Pak (10-15 days), or Bod-E Klenz (30 days), can also help reduce cravings and make the shift to a positive lifestyle.

With these benefits, Lobelia should be in every person’s home 1st Aid Kit.

Other formulas that aid a weakened respiratory system is the Chinese formula LH-C.   Lung Healer – Chinese have kept many people off drugs and helped to heal lungs, not just address symptoms.

AL-J is another formula for allergies affecting respiratory system. It contains a blend of herbs well known for healing such as mullein, horseradish, fenugreek and boneset.

For other conditions for which ACs may be prescribed, there are a multitude of healthy herbs that have history of proven effectiveness that date back thousands of years.

References: Medscape: http://www.medscape.com

Alzheimer’s & Dementia. Published online November 26, 2012

Dr. John Christopher, “The School of Natural Healing”

 

Actos medication for Diabetes Class Action Law Suit

Actos is used to improve blood sugar (glucose) control in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is prescribed to patients who have trouble regulating their blood sugar with diet and exercise alone. It may be used alone or with other medicines, including insulin and metformin.

However, long-term use of Actos is linked to a number of serious health complications, including heart failure, macular edema, lactic acidosis, bone fractures, and most recently bladder cancer. It is the link to bladder cancer that is leading more than 3,000 former Actos users to file lawsuits against Takeda Pharmaceuticals, the maker of the drug.

Reference: Aubrey Hayes     Public Outreach Drug Watch

ahayes@drugwatch.com     www.drugwatch.com

Healthy Natural  Approaches for Diabetes and Insulin Resistance

Safer herbal alternatives are GlucoReg, which has herbs traditionally used to control blood sugar mechanisms and Chromium GTF. Also dietary changes must be undertaken.

Recommendations in Lorene Benoit’s book: The Paw Paw Program – A “Christopher Columbus” Approach to Cancer – The World IS Round and Cancer CAN Be Treated Naturally are helpful.

Her book explains the sugar and disease and inflammation connection. As well, extensive dietary recommendations are given to help people understand how to eat better. Some recipes are also included. Eliminating sugar, in fact, is critical to optimum health and prevention of all chronic conditions, including diabetes and cancer!

Other options are the raw food approach, as shown in this 4 minute video part way through the May, 2011 newsletter.

 

Vaccines Linked to a Host of Chronic Illnesses

While the preceding mainstream articles dance around the theories of autism causation, vaccination is never mentioned as a possible “environmental” factor in the etiology of autism. Vaccines are linked not only to autism, but to many chronic conditions that used to be rare in children. The producers of the new documentary The Greater Good, provide a catalogue of over 200 studies that raise serious concerns about vaccine side effects.

References: Vaccine Risk Awareness Network

http://www.greatergoodmovie.org/learn-more/science/

* A list of common prescribed and over the counter AC’s :

List of common prescribed anticholinergics
  • atropine (Atropen)
  • belladonna alkaloids.
  • benztropine mesylate (Cogentin)
  • clidinium.
  • cyclopentolate (Cyclogyl)
  • darifenacin (Enablex)
  • dicylomine.
  • fesoterodine (Toviaz)

In addition to prescription anticholinergics, commonly used over-the-counter (OTC) anticholinergics are: antihistamines such as diphenhydramine, doxylamine, and dimenhydrinate.

 

Healthy Natural  Approaches for Immunity

See our past archives on Vaccines, specifically, Safe Vaccine Alternatives, and Immune Tips.