- Few people know it, but the ground provides a subtle electric signal that maintains health
- We don’t all have the ability to sing out over a racing train, but we do have the power
- In looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities:
- It is nutrient-rich food the places a sparkle in the eye, luster in the hair,
- The desire that guides me in all I do is the desire to harness the forces of nature
- To be free from pain through an injection or a pill has nothing to do with
- We live and boast of what we own; We die . . . and only get a stone.
- The superior doctor prevents sickness; The mediocre doctor attends to impending sickness;
- Constipated despite a real food diet, detox, exercise, water (and more)?
- A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools.
The Irony of Iron – Finding YOUR Happy Medium
From heavy metal music to cast iron pots and pans, the sky is not the limit. Too low levels of iron and you’re anemic, too high and you may have Hemochromatosis, a condition that causes bronzing of the skin (and more). It can either be hereditary, caused by many blood transfusions, or from environmental causes (and foods). I do believe however, that a build-up of anything is one way the body tries to signal it is in dire need of detox. A “Check Engine” light of sorts, and not to be taken lightly.
A friend of mine has excess iron/Hemochromatosis – he keeps his levels down by donating blood. Though, he also does regular liver cleansing, which is what everyone should do, and even more so with any type of heavy metal overload. And for anyone diagnosed with anemia, complete detoxification can also help their body absorb nutrients (enzymes, minerals, vitamins, etc), thereby improving blood. Iron overload is common with women in menopause. It is a major factor in heart disease (and heart attacks) amongst women. Reason being is that menstruation is actually a form of detoxification, once that ceases, iron levels go up. I read about this in an excellent book by Dr. Stephen T. Sinatra. Shortly after reading this book I just so happened to sit in on a panel of doctors discussing heart disease. When two women doctors spoke I thought for sure they’d mention this (about excess iron being a possible cause). Since they didn’t, I had to ask their take on it – I was surprised that not even THEY had heard of this. (So much for doing your homework!)
Best way I have read (and heard) to avoid too much iron is to donate blood. I stopped using cast iron some time ago (after reading that book), and especially now that I’m entering my next phase… menopause. Heavy metal chelation can also help – there are numerous ways, however the least invasive, more natural ways are always best. One way to begin is by drinking quality water, filtered, structured, anything but tap unless you boil and/or allow to sit out to allow chlorine to evaporate. Drink and filter water with some “Know How.” A few natural ways to help remove iron/heavy metals with diet are cilantro, adzuki beans, and even parsley. Chlorella, in it’s most natural form (powder or liquid) can be taken and/or added to water or a smoothie. It’s also best to avoid foods high in iron. If anemic, these are foods that will help. Molasses is not on list, but from what I remember, is high in iron. Molasses, like apple cider vinegar (organic and raw) are helpful in many conditions. And as always, the best way to keep body clean, lean and free of excess waste, weight, and heavy metals is DETOX!
Here’s one of my favorite sites – may this link provide some insight to any heavy metal issue.
another site worthy of sharing… gives a quick but rather thorough rundown on iron related issues:
“No scientific or medical study is valid unless and until a heavy metal assay has been completed on the subject(s).” ~Richard Diaz~
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