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Friday, May 1, 2015

It All About What You Think

First and foremost, Alchemy is a science. According to Aubrey Forest a modern alchemist, and as such, a scientist. In this video, he briefly touches on some of the main questions people are asking about the subject of Alchemy and what its relevance is in modern times. Alchemy as a science combines all of the sciences, spiritual and physical, into mentalism which is the foundational principle of Alchemy

WHAT IS ALCHEMY?

Alchemy is an ancient practice cloaked in mystery and secrecy. Its practitioners mainly sought to turn lead into gold, a quest that has captured the imaginations of people for thousands of years. However, the goals of alchemy went far beyond simply creating some golden nuggets.

It is these other fields of the Alchempst, which lay rooted in a complex spiritual view of our planet, wherein everything around us contains a sort of universal spirit, (Job: chapter 12 verse 10) mentions it this way:"In whose hand is the soul of every living thing." metals were believed not only to be alive but also to have grown inside the Earth. When a base, or common, metal such as lead was found, it was thought to simply be a spiritually and physically immature form of higher metals such as gold.

To the alchemists, metals were not the unique substances that populate the periodic table instead, however, they believed that the same thing was in different stages of development or refinement on their ultimate way to spiritual perfection.

As James Randi notes in his "Encyclopedia of Claims, "Frauds, and Hoaxes of the Occult and Supernatural," "Beginning about the year 100 and reaching its flower in medieval times, alchemy was an art based partly upon experimentation and partly upon magic. Early investigators of natural processes centered their search on a mythical substance they knew as philosopher's stone, which was supposed to possess many valuable attributes such as the power to heal, to prolong life, and to change base metals into precious metal — such as gold." (This "philosopher's stone" was not a literal stone but instead a wax, liquid, or powder that held magical powers.)

Monday, April 20, 2015

85 Apple Cider Vinegar Uses

There are many simple, natural substances and foods that are invaluable when it comes to great health. Not only do these natural health aids help to alleviate uncomfortable and sometimes even dangerous conditions, but they can also work in a preventative way as well.

The Alternative Daily research and writing team works hard to bring you all the latest information and scientific data about these easy, cost effective home remedies that everyone should have in their home. Among these are such things as Apple Cider Vinegar, honey and coconut oil.

Introduced to the United States in the 1950’s by D.C. Jarvis, author of Folk Medicine: A Vermont Doctor’s Guide to Good Health, apple cider vinegar is finally being embraced as the dietary supplement worthy of its title: Natural Health Miracle.

What is Apple Cider Vinegar?

Raw, unpasteurized organic apple cider vinegar contains what is known as “the mother” of vinegar, which makes the vinegar appear somewhat cloudy. Although it may look rather unappealing, it is the mother that is loaded with raw enzymes and gut-friendly bacteria that promote health and healing.

Organic apple cider vinegar (ACV) is made from organic apples and undergoes a double fermentation process, which produces enzymes and preserves many of its health-promoting characteristics. Some of the beneficial ingredients in raw organic ACV include:

· Potassium: essential for normal heart, kidney and other organ function

· Iron: important for blood health

· Magnesium: vital to heart health

· Enzymes: boost chemical reactions in the body

· Malic acid: protects vinegar from viruses, bacteria and fungus

· Acetic acid: slows the digestion of starch

· Calcium: builds strong bones and teeth

· Pectin: helps regulate blood pressure and cholesterol

· Ash: maintains a healthy alkaline state in body

The latest medical research is in favour of natural apple cider vinegar as a “go to” for at least 85 common conditions. To name just a few, that my family have used it for,

A. To ease digestion

B. Aid in flu prevention

C. Reduction of inflammation

D. Regulating pH balance

E. Elevation of allergy symptoms.

F. Easing nausea and heartburn.

G. Used as a staple in detox regimens.

H. Soothing skin conditions.

I. Reduction of acne

J. Smoothing crow’s-feet and wrinkles.

Gluten sensitivity and apple cider vinegar

Whether you are gluten intolerant or don’t even know it. In fact, most people have someform of sensitivity to modern wheat, which is found in all sorts of foods. Gluten is a protein compound found in wheat, barley and rye. It is found in dozens of processed foods, unfortunately, not always with names that divulge the fact that there is gluten inside. As we detailed in a previous article , about one percent of the population has celiac disease, an autoimmune reaction to gluten, which can lead to inflammation and the inability of the body to absorb essential nutrients. While celiac disease is receiving much more attention nowadays, it is estimated that only about 17 percent of those afflicted know they have it.

Up to 30 percent (some experts say as high as 40 percent) of people in the world are estimated to have sensitivity to gluten, in varying degrees. As medical tests for gluten sensitivity are often unreliable, it can be difficult to diagnose. It is often mistaken for a digestive disorder such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or generalized fatigue.

Have you ever eaten a meal that included gluten, perhaps a big bowl of pasta, gone to bed, only to awaken prematurely feeling like someone had filled your tummy with lead weights? Maybe you ate far too much or maybe you are responding to the dose of gluten in the food you ate. Gluten sensitivity not only kills a good night’s sleep but can also be the prime cause of your painful digestive distress. (Note: lacking digestive distress symptoms does not necessarily mean you can safely tolerate gluten – there are a number of other symptoms to look out for when determining if gluten is a problem for you.)