DONNA'S COMMENTS
Geared Up for Virginia

HERB/VITAMIN NEWS
Cornsilk - Healthy Benefits
Colds & Flu - Elderberry

HEALTH NEWS
Herbal Medicines: FDA Not Providing Consumer Help
Dandruff - Essential Oils

SUCCESS STORIES
Ear Pain
Lactose Intolerant

PRODUCT FOCUS
FC with Dong Quai - Female Problems

NUTRITION & RECIPES
The Raw Gourmet Cookbook
Vegetable & Tofu Kebabs

SPIRITUAL & EMOTIONAL
I'm Lonesome Tonight

FEATURED WEB SITES
Digestive System
Vegetarianism & Fertility
Intestinal System
Candida Overgrowth

FUNNY OF THE DAY

CLASSES

BUYING SUPPLEMENTS AT WHOLESALE PRICES

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**DONNA'S COMMENTS**

Thanks to those of you in Virginia who took the time to reply and say
"welcome." I can tell it's going to be a great move! We have 75% of the
house packed and are moving along at a steady pace. If anybody else lives
in Virginia and hasn't replied to tell us, please click reply and let us
you're there :-) It's quite an adventure for us to head out to a new state
and town and we are excited. Although leaving the place we've lived for 17
years can be a melancholy experience at the same time.....so we're trying to
stay busy packing and hugging as folks drop by to say "goodbye."

Hope you're enjoying the beautiful Fall weather. It's the prettiest time of
the year here at our house in the woods. We've been spending some time on
the hammock to enjoy it. By the time we get our hammock up in Virginia next
month, it may be too cold to use it till Spring.

Blessings to You This Week!
Donna

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**HERB/VITAMIN NEWS**

CORNSILK

Yes, that stringy stuff that sticks to those delicious fresh ears of corn
when you're husking them....or between your teeth when you're eating them.
That's called cornsilk and it has healthy benefits!
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Cornsilk_p_389.html

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COLDS & FLU: DEFEND YOURSELF with ELDERBERRY

Plan ahead! Don't wait until the season starts. Defend yourself now. The
Herbal Information Center reports new evidence finds elderberry has
remarkable value in fighting flu and similar viruses. Read more....
http://www.hhnews.com/elderber.htm

Read about Elderberry Defense, an herbal combination with Elderberry,
Echinacea, and Royal Jelly:
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Elderberry_Defense_formerly_Elderberry_Combo_p_184.html

Remember the children:
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Herbasaurs_Elderberry_Plus_Chewable_Tablets_p_79.html

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**HEALTH NEWS**

DANDRUFF? TRY ESSENTIAL OILS

For relief from a flaky, irritated scalp, try using one of the following
essential oils (or a combination of them). You can dilute in a teaspoon of
oil to massage into the scalp. Leave it for 20 minutes while you do
something else. Then shampoo as usual. These oils are all recommended for
combating dandruff: Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Lavender, Tea Tree.

Read more on Essential Oils:
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Essential_Oils_Introduction_sp_2.html

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**SUCCESS STORIES**

EAR PAIN

"I've used CBG EXTRACT for many things and that stuff is great! I have used
it on the kids and it works! While in California last May, Stephanie woke up
crying one night with ear pain (she had a cold). I had my herbs with me
(thanks to God) so I put a couple of drops in her ears and we all went back
to sleep. She never complained about her ears again. This is the kid that
will sleep through just about anything. When she wakes up with pain, it's
usually pretty bad." G.A.

Read more about CBG Extract:
http://www.theherbsplace.com/cbgext.html

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LACTOSE INTOLERANT

"I order the Tofu Moo and we love it! Now mind you, my hubby is a Green
Mountain boy, born and raised on a dairy farm! He has had to give up milk
because of lactose intolerance, and I never thought he would even as much as
try something like Tofu Moo - much less like it! I am really impressed with
the product." Marcia

More Tofu Moo Info? http://www.theherbsplace.com/Tofu_Moo_Fat_Free_p_134.html

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**PRODUCT FOCUS**

FC with DONG QUAI
(A female corrective formula)

Do you have problems with menstrual cramps, irregular periods, PMS,
frigidity, infertility, or menopause? This formula which includes Red
Raspberry leaves, Dong Quai root, Ginger root, Licorice root, Black Cohosh
root, Blessed Thistle herb, Marshmallow herb, and Queen of the Meadow herb
does a great job of balancing the female reproductive system. Read more
about it at: http://www.theherbsplace.com/Female_Comfort_p_192.html

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**NUTRITION & RECIPES**

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VEGETABLE AND TOFU KEBABS
Recipe By:The Soy Zone - Barry Sears, Ph.D.

4 to 6 wooden skewers -- soaked overnight
8 ounces extra-firm tofu -- patted dry and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large red pepper -- seeded and cut into large pieces
1 large green pepper -- seeded and cut into large pieces
2 large red onions -- cut into large pieces
2 medium zucchini -- cut into 1-inch slices
2 medium summer squash -- cut into 1-inch slices
1 1/3 teaspoons olive oil (up to 1/2 cup)
4 tablespoons dried thyme
4 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Put tofu and vegetables on wooden skewers, being gentle with tofu so it
doesn't break. Lay vegetable kebabs at bottom of shallow pan or bowl.

In a small bowl or jar, mix together olive oil, thyme, oregano, garlic
powder, salt, and pepper. If need be, use up to 1/2 cup olive oil for the
marinade. Pour mixture over kebabs and let marinate, refrigerated, for at
least 1 1/2 hours.

Prepare grill or broiler. Place kebabs on grill, medium flame, turning
frequently. Watch carefully so vegetables don't burn. Cook until
vegetables are tender. Serve warm.

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** SPIRITUAL & EMOTIONAL ASPECT OF HEALTH**

I'M LONESOME TONIGHT...

Isn't it wonderful that the Internet connects us all? Maybe not, says Panic
Disorders About.com Guide Cathleen Henning. Studies suggest that the more
time people spend online, the less they need to connect with the "real"
world. Are you guilty?
http://panicdisorder.about.com/library/weekly/aa022300a.htm

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**FEATURED WEB SITES**

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Belching, bloating and passing gas may be a common problem for millions, but
if you're not digesting your meals, you're not getting the nutrition you
need to keep your body healthy. Learn more.....
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Digestive_System_sp_7.html

VEGETARIANISM AND FERTILITY

There are many myths about how vegetarianism affects fertility and
pregnancy. This article gets to the bottom of these questions about
vegetarianism and fertility.
http://vegetarian.about.com/library/weekly/aa011700a.htm

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE INTESTINAL SYSTEM

Bowels are not a social subject, but learning more about keeping your
"pipes" open and moving is essential for life.
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Intestinal_System_sp_113.html

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**FUNNY OF THE DAY**
Laughter is Good Medicine!

There's no Betty Rubble in Flintstones Chewable Vitamins.

Did you know that you are more likely to be killed by a champagne cork than
by a spider bite?

The strongest muscle in the body is the tongue.

In Minnesota it is illegal to cross state lines with a duck on your head.
(Wonder what caused this law to be on the books???)

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**CLASSES**

Study natural health topics and how the body works by one system at a time
on our site. Learn on your own time schedule 24 hours a day.
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Free_Online_Classes_sp_30.html

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IMPORTANT NOTE: The stories, suggestions, and information in this newsletter
are not meant to diagnose or prescribe for you. If you have a medical
problem, you may want the advice and recommendations of a medical doctor.
All stories, recipes, information, etc. that is passed along in this
newsletter is for informational purposes only and is not necessarily
endorsed by "The Herbs Place." This is a personal publication by Donna
Watkins. The ideas and information expressed in it have not been approved or
authorized by anyone either explicitly or impliedly. In no event shall Donna
Watkins or "The Herbs Place" be liable for any damages whatsoever resulting
from any action arising in connection with the use of this information or
its publication, including any action for infringement of copyright or
defamation.

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Blessings of Peace and Health to You Today!
Randal and Donna Watkins
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