** HEALTH FOOD FOR PETS? **

Of course! If you believe that what you eat makes
a difference in "your" health, then surely you can
see why pets are getting so many of the diseases of
humans. What they use for pet food is disgusting!
When you think about the price you pay for it, you
know it can't be food in there. Real food is essential
for good health in pets. We switched over 20 years
ago and have rarely had a vet bill. Healthy eating
produces a healthy animal. They eat so much less
when they eat real food, which means less to pick up
from the end results ;-)

Try the difference! Flint River Ranch Pet Foods are
* 100% GUARANTEED * to please!
http://www.healthypetcorner.com/frr.html

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A NATURAL SOLUTION 4 YOU
March 1, 2001 Edition
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Table of Contents:

A NOTE FROM DONNA
Spend Some Time With YOU!

HERB/VITAMIN NEWS
Cat's Claw (Una de Gato) for Cancer, Strokes, Crohn's & More
Depression: St. John's Wort Better Than Drugs

HEALTH TIPS
Millions Start Their Day with Caffeine
Better Rest for the Elderly

NATURAL SUCCESS STORIES
Canker Sores
Easiest Weight Loss Ever!

FEATURED PRODUCT
Stuffy Nose? Headaches? Tight Muscles?
Varicose Veins? Hemorrhoids?

NUTRITION CHOICE
Pinto Patties from "Food Not Bombs"

SPIRITUAL/EMOTIONAL LINK TO HEALTH
Is Life Dark with Despair Right Now?

FEATURED WEB SITES
How to Stop Smoking
Time for a Cleanse?
Fibromyalgia

LAUGHING LINES
Psych Ward

ONLINE CLASSES
Study at Any Hour of the Day or Night

DON'T PAY RETAIL FOR SUPPLEMENTS
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A NOTE FROM DONNA
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March is here and even though the groundhog saw it's shadow last month, I
see buds forming on the trees here in Virginia. I know we'll have some cool
and breezy days, but Spring is going to burst forth shortly here in our
piece of the country. We have a forest behind us so I am anxiously awaiting
the view with leaves on the trees. There are only a couple evergreens, so
the sight will be breathless to behold.

Sometimes I lie on the floor beneath the skylights and think of the saying,
"Take time to smell the roses." Well, in the winter, there aren't any to
smell, but I figure looking up through the bare trees that stand so tall
above the house to watch the clouds go by has the same effect. Life goes by
so quickly online and I get to spend much of my life these days online as
our business grows and my online friends list multiplies weekly. It's a
fast moving world we live in, so you have to schedule some slow time too :-)

For me, that's anything to do with Creation. It's incredible what Nature
can teach us about patience and slowing it down. Take some time just to sit
and watch the clouds.....at least until the roses start blooming :-)

Make a Choice to Spend Time with YOU Today!
Donna

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HERB/VITAMIN NEWS
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UNA de GATO or CAT's CLAW

Research first began on Una de Gato after amazing stories of cancer recovery
surfaced. Stokes, heart attacks, blood pressure, circulation, colitis,
gastritis, Crohn's disease, and even ulcers have benefited from Una de Gato.
Read More: http://www.hhnews.com/unade.htm
Cat's Claw

And More: http://www.theherbsplace.com/Una_de_Gato_Cat_s_Claw_p_269.html
More Cat's Claw

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DEPRESSION : ST. JOHN'S WORT BETTER THAN DRUGS

According to a recent German study, St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum)
is "therapeutically equivalent" to and better tolerated than imipramine, a
standard pharmacological treatment for depression.

In this multi-center, double-blind study, 324 outpatients diagnosed with
mild to moderate depression were randomized to receive either 250 mg
hypericum extract ZE 117 bid or 75 mg of imipramine bid (considered to be a
standard therapeutic dose). Patients were assessed at baseline and at the
end of the 6-week study using the Hamilton depression rating scale, the
clinical global impression scale, and the patient's global impression scale.
Both groups improved with treatment. In the anxiety-somatization subscale of
the Hamilton scale, however, those in the St. John's wort group showed a
significant advantage over those taking imipramine. Tolerability was also
better in the St. John's wort group, with adverse events reported by only 39
percent as opposed to 63 percent of the imipramine group. Because of this
tolerability, authors recommended St. John's wort over imipramine as "first
line treatment in mild to moderate depression."

Source: Woelk H, the Remotiv/Imipramine Study Group. Comparison of St.
John's wort and imipramine for treating depression: randomized controlled
trial. BMJ. 2000;321:536-539.

Read more about St. John's Wort's benefits:
http://www.theherbsplace.com/St._John_s_Wort_Concentrate_100_capsules_p_446.html
Depression

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HEALTH TIPS
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MILLIONS START THEIR DAY WITH CAFFEINE...

This is an older article, but one worth running again because so many people
have thyroid problems. Caffeine is a stimulant, and has an effect on your
central nervous system, your digestive tract, and your metabolism. There's
nothing that smells better than fresh-brewed coffee, but maybe we need to
stick with the smell and not the taste.
http://thyroid.about.com/health/thyroid/library/weekly/aa090998.htm

Caffeine

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BETTER REST FOR THE ELDERLY

As you age, the body produces less Melatonin, causing sleep rhythms to
shift. For instance, many older people find themselves going to bed at 8
p.m. and waking up at 4 a.m. If you're over 50 or are Melatonin deficient
and have poor-quality sleep, take one to three mg. of supplemental melatonin
one hour or so before bed to alleviate your insomnia.
http://www.theherbsplace.com/Melatonin_Extra_3mg._p_514.html
Rest for Elderly

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NATURAL SUCCESS STORIES
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CANKER SORES

"I have a long history of canker sores and have had as many as nine in my
mouth at one time. Even drinking water was painful. I waited until I started
to get a sore before I started using the VS-C. My canker sores can last up
to two weeks. This time it never really got larger than the size of a
pinhead and there wasn't any pain or discomfort and all the signs were gone
in four days. Also, since using the formula I have not had the frequency of
the canker sores nor the severity." K.L.

Canker sores are from a Herpes Simplex virus, and VS-C was designed to kill
that virus and others. Read more about VS-C:
http://www.theherbsplace.com/VS_C_Chinese_p_103.html
Virus Formula

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EASIEST WEIGHT LOSS EVER!

"I started walking in early July to help relieve stress and I wanted to lose
the 15 pounds I gained in the past 2 years. By the end of July I was running
part of the 2 mile route and eventually worked up to running over 2 miles
4-5 days a week. I certainly was feeling better and even noticed some
improvements in the way my clothes fit, but the old scale hadn't budged a
pound. I continued to exercise and I ran my first 5K in October. It was
about that time that I read about 7-Keto. I started taking it as recommended
- just 1 a day. I still exercise, but it is much harder since the weather
is colder and school activities take away my available time. I am lucky to
run twice a week. The good news is that I have almost finished my second
bottle of 7-Keto and I have lost 12 pounds. I have not changed my (horrible)
eating habits, although there are many times that I am not hungry, and I try
not to eat "just because." I am thrilled with the results! Pants that were
almost "too little" now need a belt to hold them up! This has been the
easiest weight loss I have ever experienced." Valerie A.

Read more about 7-Keto:
http://www.theherbsplace.com/7_Keto_p_561.html
7-Keto

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FEATURED PRODUCTS - Two of My Favorites!
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STUFFY NOSE? HEADACHES? TIGHT MUSCLES?

Tei Fu Massage Lotion is a terrific blend of oils that work quickly for many
things. Stuffy nose? Put some in your hands, rub them together to warm it
up, cup it over your nose and mouth and inhale. Headaches? Rub it on the
temples and the brain stem area and it's gone in a few minutes. Tight
Muscles? They disappear after you've rubbed this in.

This is probably my very most favorite product! I have rheumatoid
arthritis, but don't live like it. I recently volunteered for a work day
blazing a trail for The Nature Conservancy. It was hard work for 5 hours.
I knew I wouldn't be able to get out of bed the next morning if I didn't use
Tei Fu Massage Lotion, so I slathered it on all the appropriate areas when I
returned. I woke up without any aches. Later that day, my sides ached and
I realized that I was pulling from the side while we were blazing along a
mountainside and that would've really worked those muscles, but I hadn't
thought of them while I was slathering :-) I rubbed in some Tei Fu and went
on my way - ache gone! It's truly great stuff!
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Tei Fu Lotion

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VARICOSE VEINS? HEMORRHOIDS?

This product has really done a lot for circulation to my legs and for others
who have had restless leg syndrome and poor leg circulation problems. It is
formulated for varicose veins, but it does so much more.

This exclusive formula contains horse chestnut, butcher's broom, rutin,
hesperidin, lemon bioflavonoids, and ascorbic acid. It is designed to
naturally tone, strengthen, and nourish the overall health of veins.
Vari-Gone is also beneficial for hemorrhoids, which are actually "varicosed"
rectal veins. Read more: http://www.theherbsplace.com/Vari_Gone_90_capsules_p_272.html
Varicose Veins

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NUTRITION CHOICE
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The following recipe is by Food Not Bombs. Find out more about this U.S.
organization that feeds vegetarian food to the hungry:
http://www.bostonherald.com/lifestyle/food_dining/food09132000.htm

If you'd like to know if there's a chapter in your town, here's where to
look: http://www.foodnotbombs.net/unitedstates.html

PINTO PATTIES

2/3 c. dried pinto beans, soaked overnight
1/2 t. salt
1 t. cornstarch
1/2 c. onion, chopped fine
1/4 c. chopped parsley
2 t. lemon juice
3/4 t. cumin
3/4 t. coriander
1 clove garlic, minced
Black pepper to taste
Oil for frying

Put the beans and salt in a food processor. Process until the beans are
about the consistency of bread crumbs. Combine beans and remaining
ingredients thoroughly, until ingredients are well blended and mixture can
be formed into patties. Form patties and fry in hot oil in wok or frying
pan until golden brown. Makes 4 servings.

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SPIRITUAL/EMOTIONAL LINK TO HEALTH
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IS LIFE DARK WITH DESPAIR RIGHT NOW?

The book, "No Secondhand Rose, My Name is Forshia," may change your life.
This book about Forshia Ross' lifelong search for significance, love and
purpose is an excellent choice. Sandra Wezowicz, Aglow International, says:
"Only one who has plunged into the abyss of emotional darkness and despair
and then experienced deliverance and healing from it can speak with such
confident joy of the faithfulness of God. Forshia's captivating story will
restore hope to those who are wondering if they will ever be able to
joyfully embrace life again."
http://www.communitycovenant.org/tfth/book_secondhandrose.htm
New
Book

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FEATURED WEB SITES
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HOW TO STOP SMOKING

Dr. Jenks has seen several human lungs which came from smokers. These lungs
were a black sticky mass - No doubt in his mind that smoking is harmful to
your life. He offers some tips on how to quit naturally.
http://www.drjenks.com/reference/smoking.asp
Quit Smoking

TIME FOR A CLEANSE?

There is compelling evidence that one should clean their body from the
inside every so often. After the holiday season and all those sweet and
gooey treats.....well, let's just say that NOW is a good time :-)
Learn more: http://www.theherbsplace.com/Cleansing_for_Health_sp_28.html
Cleansing

FOCUS ON FIBROMYALGIA

Muscle pain, fatigue and sleeplessness characterize fibromyalgia, thought to
affect about 2% of the population.
http://nutrition.about.com/library/weekly/aa021800a.htm

Fibromyalgia

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LAUGHING LINES
Laughter is Good Medicine!
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A doctor of psychology was doing his normal morning rounds when he entered a
patient's room.

He found Patient #1 sitting on the floor, pretending to saw
a piece of wood in half. Patient #2 was hanging from the ceiling, by his
feet. The doctor asked Patient #1 what he was doing. The patient
replied, "Can't you see I'm sawing this piece of wood in half!?" The doctor
inquired of Patient #1 what Patient #2 was doing. Patient #1 replied, "Oh.
He's my friend, but he's a little crazy. He thinks he's a lightbulb." The
doctor looks up and notices Patient #2's face is going all red.

The doctor asks Patient #1, "If he's your friend, you should get him down
from there before he hurts himself!"

Patient #1 replies, "What?! And work in the dark?!"

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