No Sugar Please Inc.

2010-04-25T22:45:00.003-04:00

Been a while since I've had a chance to blog. Thought this piece of information would be useful to some people. I found it great. It's from a colleague and it's all about the Peanut Allergy Epidemic:

Watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAtON6X4G0E

She's also got a book out about it:

In The History of the Peanut Allergy Epidemic author Heather Fraser, an historian and mother of a peanut allergy child, pinpoints the precise moment of this allergy's appearance and describes the perfect storm of social, medical, political and economic factors from which it has grown.

Buy the book and discover the lost threads and landmarks of the history of the peanut allergy epidemic.

Softcover: 211 pages; b&w images; appendix; index; 9 x 6 inches
Published: Innovation Press (2010)
http://www.peanutallergyepidemic.com

And see what others are saying about The History of the Peanut Allergy Epidemic at Amazon.com:
Never let it be said again "we don't know why we have so many kids with peanut allergies", April 14, 2010By Rita (Canada)

Protein Supplements

2010-02-10T13:50:00.003-05:00

There are many types of protein available to people such as whey, soy, rice, hemp. Some are raw whole food versions and some are not. What we've been finding as of late is that whey is one of the most bioavailable. The important feature it must have is to be 'undenatured'; in other words, in a raw unprocessed form. In this form it is actually alkalizing to the body. This is virtually the only form of dairy we agree with - unless you have your own cow at home. Other whey forms are acidic or acid forming and can be recognized by their 'isolate' forms. The importance here is pH. An acidic pH/body creates a state ideal for inflammation and disease to begin/exist. Soy is a good protein; however, it's often genetically modified and can cause issues with hormones (specifically estrogen) as it mimics and blocks the body's natural form. Hemp has an acquired taste and rice does not seem to keep a person filled. Any person in athletics must supplement with a protein within an hour after an athletic activity.

On a side note. We went and saw avatar recently. Wonderful movie. Lots of life lessons to be learned here. If we could learn to work with the planet the way the Avatars do, our earth would be in much better shape.

Emotional & Physical Connections

2009-11-05T16:17:00.003-05:00

Over 6 weeks ago, our son got a bad sprain. We tried athletic therapy, massage therapy, osteopathy for 4 weeks. He had crutches and wasn't able to go outside for recess or lunch at school or be with his friends. He had wanted to have crutches in the past(careful what you wish for). Because of the crutches, he had to use the elevator (a fun thing at first). In hindsight, a broken ankle would've healed faster...

Anyways, we had stopped all therapy after 4 weeks to see what would happen. There was no improvement and a friend/client mentioned something about the possibility of an emotional connection to the injury. As soon as she mentioned it, a light went on in our heads and we took our son to another colleague who addressed many items (this was his 6th week - a Monday). By Thursday his pain went from a 9 to a 3 and by Friday it was 0.

Any chronic pain that doesn't resolve must have a connection to an event. You owe it to yourself to at least check out the possibility.

H1N1 Flu

2009-10-27T22:32:00.006-04:00

H1N1 seems to be a hot topic these days. We think the best defense is to build and support your immune system. Some herbs that may offer support are colostrum and cat's claw. Another option is Garlic. Cut it into small pieces, put it into your mouth and swallow - don't chew. You'll repel everything and everyone! If everyone in your family takes it, no one will notice. The dosing yourself with Oil of Oregano echinacea and goldenseal may also be helpful. A high quality Colloidal Silver is also good to keep on hand.

It's also very good to avoid ALL forms of sugar (our kids hate this one) since just one teaspoon will shut off your immune system for up to 6 hours! --good luck with avoiding that during the Halloween weekend -- not to mention the full moon! Also since most of our immune system is in our digestive tract it's important to supplement with a high quality acidophilus.

If we didn't forget to mention, it's also wise rest and avoid all processed foods since they all contain sugar as well - read the ingredient list!

Also remember that a fever is the body's way of killing bacteria and virus'. Taking Tylenol or other things to lower the fever is not a good idea as it allows the germs to hang around longer. Of course if the fever is at a dangerous level, then you should have them checked out medically; otherwise, support the body and let it do it's job!

Here are some more facts and links we've found:
"The Canadian government, and more specifically the provinces of Quebec, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Nova Scotia, have suspended the 'normal' seasonal flu shots for anyone under 65 in response to a recent study there.

The lead researcher, Danuta Skowronski, of the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control, and Gaston De Serres, of Laval University, have confounded infectious-disease experts by suggesting that people vaccinated against seasonal flu are twice as likely to catch swine flu." - We're glad we live in Ontario right now! Source: Independent October 26 2009.

http://www.foodmatters.tv/_webapp_262149/Warning_-_Swine_Flu_H1N1_Vaccine_Is_Not_Safe#).

Source: Daily Mail, London, Aug 15, 2009
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1206807/Swine-flu-jab-link-killer-nerve-disease-Leaked-letter-reveals-concern-neurologists-25-deaths-America.html

Skunks and Fleas

2009-09-20T21:54:00.003-04:00

Well, this post has nothing to do with allergies, but it's informative! Last week our cat found a skunk. Needless to say, a solution of 1/4 cup baking soda, a teaspoon of liquid soap and a quart of hydrogen peroxide works amazing!!! Forget about trying tomato juice!

Now about fleas...we found 4 on the cat and dog...we panicked and vacuumed the entire house baseboards and all. Then washed the pets again with a wonderful organic essential oil based soap called Kelco Herbal Naturals. Haven't seen a flea since. You can also use a blend of essential oils and baking soda/rice flour (15 drops per cup of flour)-shake well. Put it on your dog or cat and even sprinkle on your carpets. For a great flea collar put 4 drops essential oils in a jar, put the pet's collar in the jar (or bandana) for 24 hours and they can then wear it for a couple of weeks.

In terms of essential oils, you can use citronella, atlas cedar, tea tree, eucalyptus and geranium (there are others). Also remember that you cannot use full strength essential oils on cats, they must be diluted as a hydrosol (water based essence).

You can find more info in the book Natural Remedies for Dogs and Cats

Living in the Now

2009-08-09T16:14:00.002-04:00

Are you reading this thinking about what you have to do next? Do you make your meals with a million thoughts interrupting you? Do you dream about the future thinking I can't wait until I retire, or I can't wait until ...? How about when your kids try to ask you a question and you say 'wait a minute' or they talk to you and as they talk you've tuned them out and you're thinking of something else?
Instead try to focus completely on what you're doing at this present moment. Give it your full 100% attention. If you're too busy multitasking, then you're not putting your full effort into anything. Enjoy the moment you're in now and life will open up for you.

Think about these phrases for a minute....
How you do one thing is how you do everything!
The journey is more important than the destination!

Love and hugs...

Parasites

2009-07-11T00:06:00.003-04:00

Our family is now embarking on a parasite cleanse. We all (you reading this included) have them. Contrary to popular belief, they can reside anywhere in your body, not just the colon. We've found that taking herbs like black walnut, Artemesia Combination and using BIE (see website for def'n) can be very powerful in eliminating them. There can be single cell parasites and other like worms... They come from gardening, pets, water, raw foods and pork - they're not just limited to your vacation spots and poor countries. They will compete with your body for nutrients, can make mincemeat of your organs and weaken your immune system among other things. They're most active during full moons and are smart too. If you're loaded with them, you'll have an easy time spoting them in your stool during a cleanse as stringy substances or even as specks (eggs). It's such an appetizing subject.

Cell Phone Hazards

2009-06-17T23:17:00.003-04:00

Well school's ending soon - I'm looking forward to it...since I'm sick of making the lunches they no longer will eat. I'm also getting ready for another talk at Whole Foods Thursday June 18th at 11am. I'm talking about the health risks of wireless technology. It's amazing how many studies have been done, linking wireless to cancer. Some people have autism symptoms, headaches, memory loss, etc and haven't been able to make the connection to EMF's (electro magnetic radiation frequencies). Even the US Army is aware of the risks. Trent University has done studies as well. It's worth it if just one person can take and learn some info from this talk.

Health Talks

2009-06-02T23:09:00.003-04:00

Had the rare opportunity to work with and test a dog last week. He was such a good boy. You never know how an animal will react to a stranger. Sometimes the bigger the animal the more gentle they can be.

We're also gearing up for a few more health talks next week at Whole Foods Oakville - Acupuncture and Allergies. We love doing them. Even the small groups are good. You get to connect with the attendees and they get to know you. Two weeks ago did one at a client's home. Great way to share and educate and the client receives a free BIE session with us.

Master Cleanse Done!

2009-05-26T22:49:00.004-04:00

Well, as John put's it, that was a long 10 days. It went really well, all the body systems are back on track. We started with broth on day 11 - John forgot and had all the veggies, meat and barley from the soup - too much of a shock to the system. Day 12 was cooked veggies, broth and fruit. We did well and we were definitely overdue for this cleanse. I only felt hungry once and that was from doing a little too much outside gardening last weekend. It was great not having to plan meals for 10 days. You do come to realize exactly what is true hunger versus boredom and thirst. We'll do it again within 2 years. The mind and body really clear up. Energy levels were great and no brain fog. To do the cleanse properly, read the book "The Complete Master Cleanse". No fake lemon juice, bottled lemon juice or immitation maple syrup allowed.

Love to hear from anyone else who has done this cleanse successfully.

Master Cleanse Day 3

2009-05-13T22:30:00.004-04:00

The master cleanse is doing quite well. Day 4 begins tomorrow. It's amazing what you body can do when it no longer has to spend 70% of it's day/effort digesting all the garbage we put into it. Feeling great. The syrup gives us and our so called brains energy to function clearly and eliminate the toxic waste... Christine actually enjoys making dinner now...no effort and no dishes! The amount of stress that eliminates on its' own is huge.

Liver Cleanse Time

2009-05-05T20:27:00.004-04:00

Have any of you heard of the Master Cleanse? Well after my latest trip and a week of restaurant foods, John and myself have decided it's that time again. For 10 days, we'll be drinking nothing but fresh squeezed lemon water with cayenne and maple syrup. Sounds gross but actually your energy levels are great. Even our kids like the taste (less the cayenne however). We'll keep you posted on our progress.

Wellness Fair

2009-04-29T22:23:00.003-04:00

What a busy week. I was away on course all week, had a cancelled flight on the way back and had to drive for 8 hours from Chicago to Buffalo and then home across the border for another 1.5 hours. Needless to say, after having to eat at restaurants for a week and contending with no sleep for more than 24 hours...I'm doing some major detoxing and am still tired. John kept the house up and running, did his health talks, hockey and gymnastics with the kids, the Green living show...I think he was just as tired by the end of the week. I think it might be the perfect time for a liver (master) cleanse!

Here's also a little reminder of our Wellness Fair, happening on May 9th at 1430 Bishops Gate in Oakville, Ontario. The event is free. Write it in your calendar, stop by, say hello, enjoy some reiki, massage or even learn about Bowen, Nutrition and of course about what we do to help with your sensitivities/allergies.

Upcoming Events

2009-04-14T22:18:00.002-04:00

We're busy with plenty of events this month. Come visit us at the Halton Eco Festival April 18th 9-5pm at the Glen Abbey Rec centre. We can test you for up to 5 different items (no needles).

The following weekend on Saturday April 25th John will be at the Green Living Show demonstrating Biopro Cell Phone protection devices. We've found that people who have many allergies; including chemical sensitivities have a tie in with EMR (electro magnetic radiation). These EMR's come from all your gadgets - cell phones, cordless phones, PDA's Bluetooths, microwaves, wireless anything... They've been linked to several types of cancers. The devices we have are scientifically proven and we can demonstrate them using Biofeedback/Muscle Testing/Applied Kinesiology.

On May 9th we're having a Wellness Fair in Oakville at 1430 Bishops Gate from 10-4pm. It's free to attend. We'd love to see you there.

Earth Hour

2009-03-09T21:53:00.002-04:00

I just signed up for Earth Hour coming up in less than 2 months. Our kids really had fun the last time. We went the entire evening without lighting and hydro. We played cards/games all night with candles and flashlights. We actually even saw the stars. We'd love it if more people participate this year. Last time we saw many homes who weren't participating. Here's the link: www.EarthHourCanada.org.

Affiliate Program

2009-03-02T10:49:00.007-05:00

Being in the alternative health field, we've come to realize that advertizing doesn't work. We've also realized that often the best client is a referred client. So we've come up with what we think is an excellent affiliate program for our clients. For every referral a client of ours provides (who actually comes in to see us) we will give that client a cheque worth 10% of their session as a thank you. We apologize for not doing this sooner, but it's happening now!

Please spread the word.

Pet Allergies

2009-02-23T22:30:00.002-05:00

Hi there. Two weeks ago our kids and the dog convinced us to get a rescue cat for the family. He's a very sweet 9 month old and affectionate. However, while running around getting all the supplies for the cat, our daughter started having an allergic reaction to him. We quickly gathered up some hair from the cat and some other cat samples and vials and used BIE on our daughter. She was fine 15 minutes later and has been ever since. She was extremely grateful we could keep the cat.

Some people notice an improvement this quickly, others take longer. Yet again, some people need more than 1 BIE session....but the process works and we proved it with our daughter!

End of the Cleanse

2009-01-31T22:18:00.002-05:00

Well, the kids are glad the cleanse is over. I finally have my son consistently at 2 bowel movements a day and my daughter is almost there. I'm giving her an herb she used to have a reaction to (I used BIE to reset her body to recognize the item). But she happens to need at least 4 a day consistently to get her body going. I myself have reintroduced something my body has an issue with - but it's given me some dry skin under my jaw/neckline area. I'll figure out what it is.

Enjoy

Cleanse weeks 2 and 3

2009-01-25T22:23:00.003-05:00

Our cleanse is going very well. Our kids' bowels have improved and lot and as a result our daughter's face is clearing up, so is some of her dandruff (caused by her current hormone fluctuations - she's 12, going on 19). My husband realized that he's okay with uncooked oatmeal, but definitely has an issue once it's cooked. I seem to have a slight issue with gluten and chemicals. We seem to learn something new every year we do this.

Cleanse Progress

2009-01-18T15:33:00.004-05:00

Our cleanse is going quite well. My daughter had an interesting experience one week into the cleanse. She had to go to a birthday party - at a well known pizza place with cake from the restaurant and candies with a movie. Needless to say her body responded by giving her the worst cramps she ever had. In her words, 'my mind will never forget that feeling'. She almost buckled over and thought she wouldn't make it home. It goes to show that when you're eating really well, your body will 'reset' itself. When you introduce something that your body dislikes, it may/will respond appropriately!

Cleansing

2009-01-08T19:25:00.005-05:00

Happy New Year!

It's cleansing time for us right now. We do several during the year, but now is the best time for us to do a deep cleanse - we need 30 days free from any activities/parties. In this cleanse we avoid all forms of sugar, wheat, diary and yeast. We eat very clean and take a special combination of herbs to support and detoxify our body systems. We use Biofeedback Analysis (muscle testing) to find out which herbs we should be taking. This year we also have our 9 and 12 year old children participating as well - they're not too happy about swallowing capsules. Our daughter is great at avoiding the sugar - she turned down a doughnut and a cookie from a friend the other day; our son is doing pretty good as well. They're noticing that everything seems to have sugar in it. Would you believe I found some nitrate free turkey breast slices that contained 'raw sugar'? It's really quite amazing what you can find out when you begin reading labels!!

If you'd like to learn more about our cleanse, drop us a note!

Happy Holidays

2008-12-20T22:46:00.003-05:00

Just saying Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!
Some holiday tips:

Eat well whenever you can - don't write off an entire day
Limit your portions,
Eat something light prior to going to a party/event.

Enjoy the snow, and the season. See you in 2009!

Welcome To No Sugar Please!

2008-12-14T11:45:00.000-05:00

This is our very first blog and we're looking forward to interacting and providing our thoughts and comments to you.