Astragalus

I am getting acquainted with a new friend: the herb Astragalus, a native plant in Asia. It is considered as one of the most important herbs in traditional Chinese Medicine.

One key function of this herb is to strengthen the immune system.

In Chinese Medicine, it is believed that the immunity or wei qi hovers around the nose, mouth, and skin. It protects against incoming germs and pathogens. When our immunity or wei qi is compromised, it become easier to catch a cold or just get sick.

Astragalus works by increasing the body's white blood cells (the body's defense system) and acts as a strong anti-biotic-stopping the activity of certain microbes.

The root of astragalus is boiled in water. Either 4 ounces of fresh astragalus root or 3 to 5 tablespoons of dried astragalus root. Boil for a few minutes, strain, and drink.

To read about possible side effects check out http://altmedicine.about.com/od/herbsupplementguide/a/Astragalus.htm

G-d bless!

Check it out:
http://bodyecology.com/articles/chinese-herbs.php

Incandescent vs. Fluorescent Lighting

At a recent class with naturalist guru Shoshana Harrari, I was shocked to hear about the dangers of fluorescent lighting. In America, Congress is phasing out incandescent light bulbs (the usual light bulb that I am familiar with) by 2014 and pushing for fluorescent (CFLs) bulbs. Apparently, CFLs save more energy than the old kinds.

Perhaps the best energy saver and health saver is relying more on sunlight and using these bulbs only occasionally...

However, people should be in the know!

G-d bless!

Check it out:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/206174/how_fluorescent_lighting_puts_you_at_pg2.html?cat=5

http://www.wnd.com/?pageId=45156