(D1) The power of a high fiber diet for reducing the onset of degenerative disease is widely recognized. As the diet of a culture becomes more “westernized,” the incidence of obesity, kidney problems, cardiovascular disease and intestinal problems increases. From Ronald McDonald with love.

A diet high in plant cell walls lowers transit time of food through your system and helps to maintain the level of good bacteria needed for digestion, especially in the colon. In addition, scientists tell us that fiber binds toxins for removal and reduces the risk factors of colon cancer.

For example, Detox expert Dr. Bryan Walsh says that Fiber feeds the good bacteria in the colon and stimulates their excretion of many substances critical to human health, including neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. Conversely, in the absence of adequate fiber in the gut, even the good bacteria will begin to feed on the mucous lining of the colon. This provokes an inflammatory cascade that is spread throughout the body by the blood stream.

The vital, cruciferous vegetables include broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, garlic and others. The other critical factor, according to Dr. Walsh, is using sodium bicarbonate or potassium bicarbonate to raise the PH of urine to 7.5 during fasting [INT1]. We can't do much better than reiterating Mom’s sage advice to "eat your vegetables, Sonny." It's a must for life extension [ART1]. And here’s some really good news. There’s now an alternative to the ever-popular, colonoscopy cancer exam that everybody gets so excited about. A capsule size camera is swallowed and data is transferred to a belt recorder as the disposable camera transits the digestive tract [ART2]

(D2) Colon cleansing is a murky subject, in part because of the uncertainty surrounding the theory of auto-intoxication, or reabsorption of toxins in the large intestine. In spite of good dietary habits the concern is that partially digested food will accumulate in the colon, inhibiting absorption and harboring the potential for disease. There are two approaches to intestinal cleansing: a) a supplement taken orally, and b) direct irrigation of the colon.

We favor the former, due to safety concerns and the fact that the colon does in fact have some remarkable self-cleansing properties. Direct irrigation by enema or colonic can also depopulate gut flora. Intermittent fasting is a way to combat the build-up of “sludge,” but a natural intestinal cleansing product such as Acai Berry is good because it also enhances gut flora. Please consult your physician when considering this gut-wrenching decision [ART3].

(D3) Stale blood is perhaps the biggest threat to heart health, even more than high blood pressure and Cholesterol (Actually the threat of cholesterol is being questioned by more and more doctors and scientists – correlation does not equal causation). Donating blood replenishes your blood supply with new blood that is thinner and more slippery. According to Dr. Mark Stengler of San Diego, “in one study men who gave blood were 16 times less likely to have a heart attack than those who don’t… A landmark study from Scotland showed a clear and deadly connection between stale blood and the risk of strokes as well.” Donating blood is like changing the oil in your car. Not to mention the rush you get from passing your old, stale blood on to people who desperately need it.

There is also the issue of accumulation of iron in the blood especially of men, and the adverse effects it can have on the health of your mitochondria. The clinically acceptable range is quite high, but Dr. Daniel Mercola recommends a much lower range for Serum Ferritin of 40-60 ng/mL .

Ferritin must be considered in relation to the liver enzyme, GGT (Gamma Glutamyl Transferase), which should be no higher than 25 U/L, according to Dr. Gerry Koenig [INT2]. These two substances are highly interactive when both are at elevated levels. He reports that they are common factors in all auto-immune disease and fatty liver. The insurance industry has concluded that GGT is the single substance most predictive of early mortality. Krill Oil and Molecular Hydrogen are effective detox agents, in addition to the practice of donating blood and a plant-based diet.

Did you know that 74% of your circulatory system consists of the tiny capillaries that deliver nutrients to your cells and dispose of wastes. Pretty important to keep those micro-vessels healthy isn’t it -- I think you’ll agree. Here’s a video demonstrating the dramatic difference in flow between sticky blood and slippery blood [INT3]:

(D4) A root canal tooth is a dead tooth with millions of toxic bacteria inhabiting the 300 or so miles of tiny tubules located inside the dentin of the tooth. These bacteria can migrate along the acupuncture meridians in your body to infect specific organs associated with the tooth. This was demonstrated repeatedly in experiments conducted by Dr. Weston Price and the Mayo Clinic. When dead teeth from diseased human subjects were implanted in rabbits, the human recovered while the rabbit contracted the disease. Poor rabbits. Better to lose a tooth, and save your life. However, before extracting a root canal tooth, some dentists recommend reading “The Root Canal Cover-up” to be fully persuaded one way or the other [ART4].

Gum disease can also have an adverse effect on your health, with infection migrating to other parts of the body. One of the best home remedies is a mixture of Spearmint, Peppermint and Almond Oils. Mix the Peppermint and Almond oil first, then add just a few drops of Spearmint because of its potency. Saturate some cottonswabs with the mixture and insert them between gum and cheek in the infected area. You could notice remarkable improvement after just a night or two of this application.