February 11, 2012

The Amazing Benefits of Castor Oil Packs

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Written By Shelby Molchan | Castor Oil (Ricinus communis) has been therapeutically used since ancient times. Castor Oil, also known as Palma de Christi, or “Palm of Christ,” is a triglyceride of fatty acids consisting of almost 90 percent ricinoleic acid. Castor oil’s remarkable healing properties are thought to be the result of the high concentration of this particular unsaturated fatty acid. Ricinoleic acid is effective in preventing the growth of certain viruses, bacteria, yeasts and … [Read more...]

Acid Reflux

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Written By Shelby Molchan, Certified Colon Hydrotherapist | A common misconception is that acid reflux is caused by too much acid in the stomach. Actually, it can be because there is too little acid in the stomach. Most commonly, though, it is a result of a sluggish digestive tract. The food becomes over acidified and basically overflows back up the esophagus. Acid reducing drugs prevent this from happening, but as anyone who has acid reflux knows, they work only as long as they are taken … [Read more...]

ION Cleansing

Written by Carol Christian As we age, our bodies retain toxins in the muscle and organ tissues. The effects from these toxic buildups can affect our health in any number of ways – the most obvious being the slow deterioration in our ability to fight disease. Toxic buildup is part of the aging process, but release of these unhealthy substances allows our bodies to operate at a higher capacity, leading to a healthier overall system. The Ion Cleanse Detoxifying Footbath is one effective … [Read more...]

A Healthy Liver is Key to Graceful Aging

PART 1 When people want to slow down the aging process maintaining a healthy liver is not something they think about. Usually the heart, skin and brain come to mind first. It may come up in the news when someone famous, like Walter Payton dies of liver disease. Respect Your Liver – Your liver is critical to how well you age. It is an amazing organ. Located in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen, the liver is the largest and most complex organ of the body. It is responsible for: • … [Read more...]

Quick Colon Facts

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• Our colon (large intestine) is as long as we are tall. • The diameter of our colon is equal to that of our wrist. • For every foot of colon we can store approximately five to ten pounds of feces. • A healthy person will have two to three bowel movements each day. • A healthy bowel movement will measure 12-18 inches long. • The colon re-absorbs fluids eight to ten times every 30 minutes. • The colon has referral areas that are similar to the reflexology points on our hands … [Read more...]

Weight Loss Through Colon Cleansing

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Written by Carol Christian A major issue, both in the United States and virtually all over the world, is obesity. Aside from genetics and more than just overeating, overweight is usually due to consuming large amounts of unhealthy, inorganic foods that the body is not designed to handle. A direct result of consuming these “junk” foods over a period of time, is a colon that is coated with an accumulation of waste and toxic matter. This condition is not only responsible for overweight, but … [Read more...]

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