Cooking at Home with Judy

Veggie Brushes

       All Natural Fiber

   Veggie Brushes 

       NO PLASTIC . . . YEA!!!

    BPA FREE     Compostable

Look all natural coconut fiber bristles and beechwood handle. They are advertised as bottle and pot scrubbers.

I actually purchased them for veggie brushes. See the cute little Curly-Q on the end. I want that for scrubbing carrots (slide it right through the little hole) and if the carrot is too big -- use the other brush! I don't like plastic for lots of reasons. 

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

 

Clean & Deodorize with Fresh Lemons

   

Bless Mother Nature, she has done it again. With lemon juice and salt you can make glassware sparkle removing any watermark stains.

Plus I found it to be a wonderful clean and natural deodorizer for my car.

Reading a copy of Old Farmer's Almanac I discovered I can keep and reuse my juice size glass that I park my toothbrush in. For years I have been recycling these Old English Cheese* jars because I could not remove the marks left on the inside of the glass from the residue left behind from my toothbrush and the hydrogen peroxide** I pour in the bottom of the glass to sanitize the moisture that drips down from the wet toothbrush.

Simply squeeze fresh lemon juice into the glass or vase you wish to clean and add enough table salt to offer a good scrubber. I used a baby bottle brush and scrubbed the stain away in just a few minutes. Then rinsed it out and washed with soap and water to use again and agin. If the stain is stubborn then let is set for a while and scrub again.

I always keep an open box of baking soda under the front seat of my car to continually keep my car smelling fresh. Empty out a little every week or so to expose a new top layer.

Normally that is all it takes. But this time I needed something stronger. Since I had just used the lemon juice to clean the glass I decided to squeeze the juice from an entire lemon, seeds and all into a bowl, even added the rinds. Placed the bowl on the floor of my car overnight and Wah-lah a clean smelling car for about 50¢ and ALL NATURAL. No harmful chemicals to inhale.

* Old English Cheese in a jar is the most unhealthy item I will ever recommend. But it does make the best tasting quick and E-Z cheese sauce (on page 57 in Volume 1 of Cooking with Judy) for dipping veggies and cold Guilt-Free fried chicken (same volume page 15).

** Hydrogen Peroxide is what doctors used to sterilize their office with before they started hiring janitorial companies to do the dirty work.

Happy to help you keep things squeaky clean the way Mother Nature intended.

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Slow Cognitive Decline

Did You Know . . .                         

There are foods you can eat to slow cognitive decline?

Yes, there are and you can find the full report here. Plus a review in the American Academy of Neurology.

According to the study, if you eat a diet high in flavonoids, yellow and orange fruits and vegetables containing flavones you can reduce your risk of Dementia and Alzheimer's.

Flavonoids are natural substances in plants that give them their colors. They are powerhouses when it comes to preventing your thinking skills from declining as you get older

It’s never too late to start. . .

it doesn’t take much to improve levels. A cup of tea a day or some berries two or three times a week would be adequate along with orange and yellow fruits and vegtables each day.  

The study provides more proof of how the power of plants and produce is so important in our daily diets, and how it can be beneficial nutritionally and possibly protect your mental health.

Once again, it is essential you EAT from the FARM and NOT a factory.

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

 

Compostable Food Bags

Because of my intense Vertigo I cannot watch TV, videos, or use a touch screen of any kind, so no cell phones.

I love Henry Ford Innovation Nation on CBS on Sunday Mornings. I tape it so I can skip past the fast moving commercials. Because this show itself has fast moving parts that set off my Vertigo I wear these CRAZY glasses from France. I’ll be happy to talk about those in an email, if you want to know more.

Back to Henry Ford. Sometime in the past month they featured a new company in the UK you will want to know about. Marinatex.

This young lady Lucy Hughes, has taken FISH scales and made a replacement for plastic bags!!!!!!

YES — See for yourself . . . 

I can’t tolerate the movement of her site but found written info under About, Values and FAQ.

AMAZING -- you will want to signup for her newsletter to keep informed of her progress. What a wonderful way to protect our precious planet. HUGS !!!!!!!

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

PINK EYE

Pink Eye is Highly CONTAGIOUS

If you've never had it . . . be glad. If you have you know the pain, discomfort and isolation it brings on. It can be either bacteria or a virus that causes it. Most likely contact with an infected surface. But I am of the opinion it can be air born.

You certainly do NOT want to touch the infected eye without protection of a tissue or cotton ball and immediately dispose properly of both. Should you choose to use a warm wet wash cloth be sure to wash it IMMEDIATELY in HOT soapy water. The same with your pillowcase or any sheets or blankets you might accidentally touch to your eye in your sleep.

You should call your doctor immediately. They most likely will call in an antibiotic eye cream or drops for you. WARNING ask your pharmacists the cost BEFORE you have it filled. I found the drops were $282.00 and the cream was only $40.

This time however, it was a Sunday morning and I had just recently read The Rapid Virus Recovery, by Dr. Tom Levy. In it he explains the healing and cleansing properties of Hydrogen Peroxide and its ability to kill viruses. Here is the link to his FREE e-book, I highly recommend it. I also found the CDC to be a good source of information. 

Being early Sunday morning waking up with with a horrible swollen gummy monster eye. I decided it needed immediate attention. Reading Dr. Levy's book reminded me when I was a small child my family doctor used Hydrogen Peroxide to clean his equipment and surfaces in his office. I believe all doctors did until cleaning services become readily available.

I also remembered how my dental hygienist recommended I rinse, once a week, with Hydrogen Peroxide to kill bacteria that can cause decay. Don't like the taste but if it will keep my mouth healthy . . . I'll do it.

First: I used a clean cotton ball, that I ran under very hot water to clean first my healthy eye. Then to wipe out the crusty gunk from my bright red eye. Careful to dispose of the cotton ball in a tissue before dropping into the kitchen trash. I didn't want it sitting in the bathroom waste basket.

I then selected a clean cotton ball and poured a generous amount of Hydrogen Peroxide on it. Wiped again my healthy eyelid first. Then cleaned my infected eyelid, carefully cleaning along the inside of the lid. Paying special attention to the swollen area. It did sting slightly but no more than did the plain water. Again, disposing of the cotton ball as before.

I could feel a tiny bit of relief from that very first application. An hour or so later in the morning I also used Clear Eye drops to help wash out my eye. And a couple of hours later repeated the whole process. And again 2-3 more times during the day, up until bedtime.

Already knowing that L-lysine kills viruses I have been taking 500 - 1,000 mg on days I was going out in pubic, since Covid began over a year ago. So that Sunday I added 1,000 mg to my morning supplements. Now with the success of clearing up the Pink Eye without having to take antibotics I will add 1,000 mg L-lysine to my daily routine. PS: find a capsule as it is much easier to swallow than a huge tablet. I like Solgar found in most health food stores. 

L-lysine is an amino acids, a building block that is not produced by the human body. Some of the foods that contain L-lysine are meat, fish, eggs and cheese.

Since I already had an appointment with my doctor on Tuesday and knew there probably wasn't much chance of my seeing her on Monday, I decided to wait. By Tuesday my eye was nearly healed. She wrote me a script but said I most likely would NOT need it. And should be able to go out in public in two days.

Needless to say I am a happy camper and wanted to share my good news with you.

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Vitamin D3

Vitamin D-3   

Mayo Clinic News reprinted in the Wichita Eagle. 

Warning: IF . . . any of you are allergic to sheep's wool take NOTE . . . calcifediol is derived from sheep’s wool.

Every prescription and most commercial Vitamin D supplements contain calcifediol. If you are like me just touching wool breaks me out in a horrible RED rash. It burns like fire and itches like mad. I am also allergic to lanolin, which of course it made from sheep's wool.

So why in the world would I ingest anything made from sheep’s wool?

I DON’T.

I found Garden of Life makes D 3 is made from Lichen. It comes in a spray bottle. I do not like the spray so I place a dropper lid on instead and take a full dropper full 6 days a week. It increased my D-levels by 10 points in just 3 months and another 10 in 3 more months. It has stayed in the normal level since.

Here is the link for my research on calcifediol. Download D 3 calcifediol.pages

I also eat 2 FRESH FARM eggs every morning!!!!! So there.

Just like with the Zinc & Turmeric info I sent a few weeks ago I now think our Vitamin D level is critical for avoiding Covid the same as wearing a mask and social distancing. Download Zinc & Turmeric Covid-19.pages

Wishing all of you a safe and Happy Valentines Day!

Your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Really Good Iced Tea

It pays to read Cozy Mystery's . . .  One of my favorite authors had a great tip on how to make really GOOD Ice Tea. I had never heard of it and love it. I drink 2-6 cups of fresh brewed herbal tea nearly everyday. However, recently I noticed a bit of acid reflux. 

Yes, I know to make sure I have everything on the table BEFORE I sit down to eat a meal. And I know to keep my fanny in the chair for at least 15 minutes after the last bite or sip. Read my story on page 60 in Volume 6 of Cooking with Judy. Plus my research on Esophageal Cancer page 54 in Volume 5 of Cooking with Judy. 

Knowing how much tea I drink I decided to cut out all tea for 24 hours and see if it went away. It did. And was back when I resumed my tea intake. So disappointed. Yet, what is the old saying, "When one door closed another opens". I swear, that very evening when I picked up Peg Cochrans book "Bought the Farm", there it was on page 109. The answer to my prayers. I quote . . . 

" Dear Reader, 

Do you know what the secret is to a really good pitcher of ice cold tea? A pinch of baking soda. The baking soda neutralizes the tannins in the tea, making for a much smoother taste. Next time you brew some tea -- hot or cold -- try it. Just a pinch will do -- an eighth of a teaspoon should do the trick."

Well I'll be! Of course the baking soda neutralizes the tannins and does NOT interfere with the taste of your tea!!!!!! Why didn't I think of that? After all people have been using a tiny spoonful of old fashioned baking soda in water for hundreds of years for indigestion. 

Plus do I not know that baking soda is the best and cheapest household cleaner on the market? Didn't I write a whole page (14) on how to "Green Clean" in Cooking with Judy?

WOW it pays to read Cozy Mystery's. And on page 237 she wrote . . . 

"Dear Reader, 

Chicken soup is considered a remedy for what ails you in almost every culture around the world and has been considered a cure for the common cold since at least the twelfth century. Scientists believe that the steam from a hot bowl of soup helps nasal congestion and some even think that chicken soup might have anti-inflammatory properties. 

I don't know about you, but I find a bowl of chicken soup comforting at any time. And although it's hard to find the time, making your own is much better than opening up a can and isn't very hard at all." 

You know how much I loved reading that. Enjoy Peg's books and my newest Chicken Soup recipe.    

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Elderberry Syrup

We all know the benefits of Elderberry. Now a friend has shared with me how she makes homemade Elderberry Syrup. You know, how much I appreciate all things made from scratch at home in our own kitchens. 

Download Elderberry Syrup.pages . . . from Traza Bills 1-1-2021

UPDATE: I found I had star anise so I used it instead of the whole all spice. I also reduced the amount of honey and added Fresh Frozen WHOLE lemon. YUMM -- YOU can add anything you like. 

from your friend in the kitchen, Judy

1 + 1 = YUMMY

You know how much I like my detox tea (page 48 Volume 5 of Cooking with Judy).

And . . . if you like pomegranates (page 45 in Cooking with Judy) you'll love adding them to your detox tea. I find them to be a bit tart so a dab of honey might be nice.

Did you know you can FREEZE pomegranate seeds? Yes, you can and so easy to enjoy all year long. Just scoop into a snack bag and toss in the freezer. So simple. Buy now while they are in season and $ave $. 

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy!

 

 

Face Masks

Allergic to my own hot air.

True. It is critical we ALL wear medical masks to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Unfortunately some of us are allergic to our own hot air. When we exhale the carbon dioxide is trapped inside the mask.

Some of us have thin dry skin that cannot tolerate this naturally occurring toxin. While carbon dioxide poisoning is rare, a high concentration of it in a confined space can be toxic. ... Symptoms of mild carbon dioxide poisoning include headaches and dizziness and a red rash on the affected skin.

For months I have tried every cream, lotion, suave and essential oil I could find. Some would reduce the itching or the redness but only until the next time I had to wear a mask.

Now let me assure you I have tried every possible mask. I am instantly allergic to to the fibers in the blue one, seen above. The same is true of the KN95. I've even invested in organic cotton, same result. Fire engine red rash around the nose, mouth and chin.

Even purchased a face bracket to wear under the mask. It did hold the cotton away from my mouth and nose but within 5 minutes my chin was dripping wet. Does not work well with the blue mask pictured above. It does fit inside the KN95 Ooop's the bracket is made of silicone and I am allergic to ALL forms of plastic. Never been able to wear wool or polyester, rayon or nylon.

Out of desperation I stood in front of my bathroom cabinets and pulled out every bottle, tube and jar there was. Kept searching for anything I hadn't already tried. Wooo what is this bottle? Eucerin??? Says skin calming itch relief treatment. Now I remember, I used it a couple of years ago when I discovered I was allergic to the wood pulp fibers on grocery bags. Worked then why not give it a try.

Stopped using the cleanser the dermatologist recommended, as well as Cortizone-10 he suggested. Since that hadn't worked at all. But then nothing else had either. I washed my face with an organic bar soap from Hand in Hand (they are a good company with good products, I highly recommend them). I rinsed well and applied a thin coat of Eucerin. Better even 3 days later. WOW I'm impressed. Still searching for the perfect mask I can breathe in. Plus washing my face and apply Eucerin the minute I get home. 

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Share your natural remedies . . . I'd love to hear from you! 

 

Anxiety

Valerian Root: I thought I had shared this with you but find I have not. This supplement found in health food stores is excellent for anxiety. Take only when needed NOT as a daily supplement. It is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. 

It works really well but I will warn you -- the capsule smells like rotten eggs. So have your glass of water ready BEFORE you open the bottle.  

From your friend in the  kitchen, Judy

 

Detox Tea

Can you believe I've done it again . . . another healthy item added to my already delicious Detox Tea. 

I hope you have tried my friend Traza's homemade Elderberry Syrup. It too is delicious and oh so GOOD for YOU. 

Well because I had dry Elderberries in the cupboard I decided to add a few to my Detox Tea this morning. OH MY GOODNESS -- Delicious does not do it justice.

So now I suggest you add a few dry Elderberries, leftover stumps of FRESH frozen Turmeric and Ginger, OH . . .  and I grated some whole frozen orange on top, star anise, a small stick of cinnamon, 3 tiny whole allspice berries to my fennel, coriander and fennel seeds to brew up something AMAZING !!!!!! 

Another Update -- WOW add your left over FRESH ginger root and turmeric root, plus add the zest of a WHOLE frozen lemon. 

As you may already know I peel and FREEZE my FRESH ginger root, I scrub and FREEZE my FRESH turmeric root, I scrub and FREEZE my WHOLE lemons. I wrap them in clear wrap then store in a small zip bag in my freezer. 

Then simple ZEST into many, many homemade dishes to add flavor and nutrition. 

I also found WHOLE Allspice buds at Natural Grocers. I added two to my pot of Detox Tea. YUM and allspice is really good for you. It is quite powerful so use sparingly. 

NEW Update -- I found Cinnamon sticks and whole Star Anise at Natural Grocers and decided to add them to my Detox Tea. How delightful. 

Another day I simply added a handful of Pomegranate seeds. Wow was that delicious. I actually had them in my freezer. I like to buy several when they are in season and freeze the seeds. See page 45 in Cooking with Judy for instruction on how to easily remove the seeds from whole fresh Pomegranates.

UPDATE -- when our local health food store stopped carrying spices I found a great source for the seeds for the amazing tea. You can find them at The Spice House and their is NO shipping cost on the flat-pack size, which is perfect. 

From the Doctor Oz show

By Kulreet Chaudhary, MD

Neurologist balancing modern life with the ancient knowledge of Ayurveda

I became a fan of Ayurveda medicine several years ago when I met Dr. Maden Karatia a cardiologist who practices Ayurveda medicine, which treats the whole person: the mind, the body and the spirit.

The following tea caught my attention and I made a batch this morning following the instructions below. Because I am trying to retool my sweet tooth to NOT be so sweet I chose not to add honey or any sweetener but instead added a couple of whole allspice seeds and a small cinnamon stick to the boiling water along with the prescribed seeds.

It reminds me a lot of Throat Coat tea, which I savor anytime I feel an upper respiratory infection coming on or even just a scratchy throat from seasonal allergies.

Ayurvedic Fat Fighter #1

The first Ayurvedic fat fighter is a special “detox” tea. It includes a combination of ingredients that help to improve digestion, break down fat, and “unclog” the channels in our body by removing ama, which are toxins. 


Detox Tea


Boil 4 to 5 cups of water in the morning.


Add 1/2 teaspoon of the following seeds to the water and continue to let it boil for about 5 minutes with the lid on. 

• Whole cumin seeds
• Whole coriander seeds
• Whole fennel seeds

Strain out the seeds and pour the liquid into a thermos. The key is to make the tea fresh every morning, place it in a thermos, and take small sips of it throughout the day. It is best to drink it warm or hot. If the tea is too strong or if you experience some initial discomfort, reduce the amount of seeds to 1/4 teaspoon for 2 weeks, and then increase it back to 1/2 teaspoon.

You'll find other great Ayurveda tips from this segment on the Dr. Oz Show. 

Tumeric

If you're looking for a simple and delicious way to enhance your mind-body health, the beautiful yellow spice known as turmeric is a pharmacy unto itself. A wealth of scientific studies has demonstrated the health benefits of turmeric on the digestive, cardiovascular, rheumatic, and immune systems. 

 Download Turmeric - Chopra.pages

 

From Dr. Chopra

Is your intention to increasing your health and wellbeing? Do you aim to better manage a health condition, improve your energy, balance your weight, or build on an already healthy lifestyle? The simple tips below can help you achieve your goals by incorporating the principles of Ayurveda, the 5,000 year-old Indian health system, into your everyday life.

Download From Dr. Chopra.pages

Broth vs. Stock

Broth vs. Stock

What is the difference? 

Stock has bones -- broth does not. 

Turns out . . . Grandma Knew Best

Science validates what our grandmothers knew. Rich homemade chicken broths help cure colds. Stock contains minerals in a form the body can absorb easily—not just calcium but also magnesium, phosphorus, silicon, sulphur and trace minerals. It contains the broken down material from cartilage and tendons--stuff like chondroitin sulphates and glucosamine, now sold as expensive supplements for arthritis and joint pain.

Do you make Fish Stock? You might want to consider it  . . .  

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Put a Cork in it . . .

Ever hear that expression?

Originally it was meant to shut people up when they were rattling- on-and-on. But now medical science says it really will prevent you from clinching your jaw. But only when you actually insert a cork, found at your nearest hardware store, into your open mouth. I'd suggest you keep your cork in a small zip-bag to keep it clean and store it for easy access in your car or purse. And for heaven's sake, DON'T try sleeping with it, that's what they have night guards for.

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Thyroid

Is YOUR Thyroid Gland Overactive

Not Working to its Max Capacity or

Happy as a Clam?

What is Hyperthyroidism? The thyroid glad produces too much hormone. It can be caused by excessive iodine in either food consumption or supplements or even prescribed medications.

What is Hypothyroidism? Is it when the thyroid gland does NOT produce the proper amount of hormone. Should you decide to take a synthetic hormone YOU must monitor it closely along with all other vital health levels. 

For a list of foods that will help each condition, plus an additional list of foods that are high in Selenium.   Download Thyroid.pages

60-Second Bone Builder

Was so glad to read the following. Especially if you are like me and can't run of simply hate to run. 

Then try jumping jacks, tennis, swing dance, step aerobics-anything that's higher impact than you're used to and that varies your routine. Or give Dr. Milgrom's idea of "zigzag walking" a whirl: side-to-side strides, or forward and suddenly backward steps. The surprise change in direction may also help build stronger bones. 

I printed off a copy for laughter class -- we will incorporate more of these moves. 

For full details Download 60-second Bone Builder.pages

Bedbugs GONE

Yes the Los Angles Times reports new study that natural kidney bean leaves will capture bedbugs so you can destroy them with NO harm to you or your family. Kidney beans are easy to grow. I know someone who grew them on her balcony in a dishpan. 

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Nasopure

Nose wash -- can't believe I didn't post this long ago. I have been using this product every morning for several years. Of course I bend my head over the sink and have a tissue within easy reach. I have encouraged all my family and friends to do the same and those with allergies or sinus problems I recommend twice a day, morning and night.

I also suggest using only ½ tube of their salt in each bottle of water. A full bottle will last about a week with once a day use. And . . . by the way you can NOT use regular table salt it will burn like fire - not good! You must invest in their special saline salt. And I would suggest purchasing extra boxes of salt when you buy your applicator.

You should be able to find Nasopure at your local health food store for about $25. If not you can order direct. Just be sure to order extra salt.

Update: with the Coronavirus pandemic of 2020 it is suggested you add 2-3 drops of Colloidal Silver to the bottle during flu season. Plus take a good quality L-Lysine 500 mg supplement twice a day to kill viruses. 

Healthy breathing makes life so much nicer! 

Baby Wipes

Make your own -- saw this on Dr. Oz. So E-Z and saves sooooooooo much $ and much safer when YOU know exactly what's in it. See what is really in kitchen wipes. Download Wipes.pages

• 1 1/2 C  Hot Wate
• 1 T         Baby Oil *
• 1t           Baby Shampoo *

* I would caution you to research EVERY ingredient in your Baby Oil and Shampoo BEFORE you purchase. NOT all are safe for you or your baby. 

Whisk together well. 

Cut a roll of paper towels in half horizontally. Place one half into a plastic box just big enough to hold the paper towel half roll. Mine is a lidded tub I use for office supplies, it is 8"wide x 5"deep x 6" tall. 

Pour the solution over the towels and allow to soak (30 min-1hr) until the cardboard core is soft and easily removes, leaving the paper towels in tact. Place in a short plastic jug with a TIGHT fitting lid. Cut a slit in the top and pull the first towel up thru the top. 

So quick - so E-Z and you know it is safe. I happen to like the smell of baby oil and baby shampoo but you could add a few drops of lemon oil or your favorite fragrance from your local health food store. 

BIG HUG

Can't believe all the years I have been interested in Natural Healing and never heard of Jin Shin Jyutsu. It is a mild form of acupressure that has been around since before Buddha and I just now found out about it. WOW.

For as many years as I can remember I have been telling my loved ones to give them selves a hug when I can't be there to do it in person. Who knew it was so beneficial? Maybe it was my beloved grandmother; maybe she is where I heard it. No matter where or how it is a wonderful self-inflected healer of nearly all that bothers you.

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Milk & Honey

Happy Feet . . .

And we've all heard about how Cleopatra bathed in milk and honey to beautify her skin. Now you too can enjoy this luxury, if not for your entire body at least your feet will love you.

• 1 C          Powdered milk
• 1 T           Honey
• ½ t            Vanilla
• 1               Quart HOT Water

Why vanilla? Have you ever poured HOT water into a milk carton to rinse it out? Stinks, doesn't it? Believe me the vanilla helps.

Mix together in a deep dishpan and soak your feet until the water gets cold. Use a good pumice stone to gently remove any rough spots and treat yourself to a quick manicure. Rub your feet with your favorite foot oil and enjoy.

If you don't have a favorite foot oil try just plain olive oil or use sweet almond oil and add any of the warm essential oils you like. Such as cinnamon, cloves or rosemary and oregano oil is good for fungus and bacteria. I mix mine in a small bottle with an eyedropper and simply squeeze a little on the top of one foot using the other to massage it in then do the same for the other foot.

And don't forget to exercise your feet everyday? Stretch your arch and toes by rolling your foot over a golf ball and tennis ball. Do ankle circles while sitting at your desk or watching TV. Take good care of your feet so they can take good care of YOU. 

You may have read about or even tried Dr. Oz's sleep remedy of milk, honey and pumpkin seeds? 

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Can't Sleep?

The Last 5 minutes before you sleep . . . by Wayne Dwyer PBS Special Wishes Fulfilled

Wayne says not to spend those precious moments before sleep rehashing the negative events of your day but rather to spend them thinking about what you truly want in life -- health and happiness.

When those thoughts of who hurt you come to mind - change them to thoughts of who you want to be.

When those thoughts of lack come to mind change them for thoughts of prosperity. I know for a proven fact that Suzy Orman's mantra "I have more $ than I will ever need does bring $ from amazing unknown sources.

When those thoughts of what you did WRONG today come to mind -- choose thoughts of how you plan to give lovingly to another human.

He says you can NEVER manifest for yourself or others as long as you harbor judgment and hostility toward ANY child of God and WE ARE ALL CHILDREN OF GOD. Are we not? So for me this means not as some would say to forgive but it tells me when those thoughts of having been ill-treated by others come to mind choose thoughts of when others were kind to me and let go of the hurtful thoughts. Choose light not darkness - choose love not hate - choose thoughts of achievement not failure - choose thought of plenty not lack.

Sinus Remedies

So Simple, so easy, so reliable

Far too often we overlook the most simple of natural remedies that are so reliable. 

Read more . . . Download Sinus Remedies.pages

Buckwheat Honey

Buckwheat is a plant cultivated for its grain-like seeds, and also used as a cover crop. Despite the name, buckwheat is not related to wheat, nor is it a cereal or grass; instead, buckwheat is related to sorrel, knotweed, and rhubarb. Buckwheat Honey is reputed to be the highest in antioxidants and the best home remedy for a cough.

For more details Download Buckwheat Honey.pages

 

Tick Removal

  Someone sent this to me in an email. I showed it to my doctor and she said, "Why not?"

A nurse discovered a safe, easy way to remove ticks. They automatically withdraw themselves when you follow her simple instructions.

Here is a good way to get them off you, your children, or your pets.  Give it a try.

Apply a glob of liquid soap to a cotton ball. Cover the tick with the soap-soaked cotton ball and swab it for a few seconds (15-20); the tick will come out on its own and be stuck to the cotton ball when you lift it away.

 

Leg Pain

Superficial Peroneal Neuropathy 

Can be caused by a lot of what seem to be innocuous daily habits. Here is my story and how we found NATURAL common sense solutions to a painful problem. 

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Echinacea & Goldenseal Liquid

Some people say Echinacea does not work to reduce the symptoms of a cold and I would agree . . . BUT when you combine it with Goldenseal in liquid form it is . . . powerful. 

 

Twenty years ago when a friend was so kind to share with me her secret for staying well I could buy a 2 oz bottle for $8. Today that same bottle is $24 and I still think of it as liquid gold. 

Download Echinacea.pages

 

Bread Be Gone

GOO - Be - Gone 

And I don't mean the liquid label remover -- I mean BREAD.

Want to loose weight quickly?

Want to feel better?

Want more energy? 

Download Bread Be Gone.pages

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As Maya Angelou said, "When we know better, we do better".

 

 

Life's Lessons

I love getting my daily quotes from Michelle DeAngelis, author of Get a Life that Doesn't Suck, and this morning was no exception.

"To learn is . . . to be young . . . however old". Aeschylus

Here is one way to do it. I notice when I call my soon to be 88 year old friend her voice is low and slow until she hears my voice then she perks up and delivers more energy. I believe it is because she knows that I, like most people, prefer the company of happy positive people. She once told me it is important to always have younger friends they keep you young.

And, she told another friend, in my presents, that whenever I called to see if she wanted to go to a play or musical event or just for a road trip to the beautiful Flint Hills she always said YES unless she had other plans. She told our friend, "don't turn 'em down or they might not call again."

A lesson in staying young! 

Perfect Skin

10 Things To Eat For Perfect Skin

Enjoy these easy food fixes for your most beautiful complexion ever

by Sally Wadyka

    Skin-Savvy Swaps and Skips

         1. Power up with probiotics

         2. Explore prebiotics

         3. Sprinkle on super seeds

         4. Pick purple produce

         5. Skip the sugar

         6. Cook some curry

         7. Spice it up

         8. Limit dairy

         9. Go green

         10. Sip on some sun protection

Happiness

Even in trying times . . .

You have more control over your own happiness than you think.

1. Know what to want
2. Savor mystery
3. Diversify your good deeds
4. Hope for small changes, not big ones
5. Invest in experiences, not stuff
6. Shift your focus
7. Let your mind wander
8. Give money away
9. Chat up your spouse like a stranger
10. Settle for good enough
11. Know when to fold 'em
12. Make something

 

 

Laughter

Laughter is an exercise that will brighten your day and get your metabolism revved up? 15-minutes of intense deep aerobic belly laughter (without jokes or humor of any kind) will BURN calories and . . . 

Message your heart

Lower your blood pressure

Improve your circulation

Stimulate your immune system and all those feel good chemicals in your brain

Reduce stress & depression

Improve your attitude and outlook

So please indulge yourself in a 15-minute Laughter Workout every day! You will feel better and have more energy.

 Laughter is the best medicine!

 

B-R-E-A-K . . . Your Sugar Addiction

From Dr. Oz

Break your SUGAR ADDICTION

Break your Sugar & Fat addiction Part 1

Break your Sugar & Fat addition Part 2

 

9 Superfoods for YOUR Heart

 

Prevent Heart Attacks

Best Foods for Heart Health

The single most important step you can take for heart health starts with what you put on your plate.

                                Oranges

Kale

Garlic

Red Wine

Dark Chocolate

Sardines

Lentils

Almonds

Pomegranates

If you are one of the many who have never eaten a pomegranate, find out how to prepare a fresh one on page 45 in Cooking with  Judy and of course there is Spoon Chocolate on page 47.

 

 

A Better Nights Sleep

 

Pumpkin Seed Bedtime Shake

 

For me, I sleep deeper and STAY asleep longer--meaning I get more rest, allowing my body to heal itself. According to Dr. Oz, knocking off the outer layer of the pumpkin seed releases the tryptophan, which in turn releases the serotonin, which then releases the melatonin, which is the real sleep aid. I don't think it is necessary to take this every night, as our bodies learn very quickly to rely on aids whether they be natural or pharmaceuticals.

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The March of the Ants

 

And they just keep coming and coming and coming. Even after 10 days of not seeing a single ant, here they are again. HELP -- I can't and won't use chemicals. Here is what I've tried so far. 

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Nature's own mosquito and chigger repellant

 

STOP buying aerosol cans of cancer causing chemicals and make your own and it's cheaper. 

 

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From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

 

 

Beauty - Hints - Tips and FUNNY Stories

Hair Care: 

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Hair Color:

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Here is a skin care tip for those with DRY skin. My friend June Dill, shared with me that Castor Oil in the first aid dept. at the drug store was good for our skin and it's only $5. 

Yep -- that same stuff your grandmother gave you when you got constipated. Good for your insides and good for your outside. Ha-ha 

It is VERY THICK so pour just the size of a nickel in your palm. I like to add a few drops of lavender oil because it not only smells good but I love the healing properties of lavender. 

Dab the oil mixture all over your face. I prefer to do so right after I've washed my face in nice warm water. My skin is still moist and warm allowing the oil to penetrate. Smooth it all over your face avoiding the eye area. I use a special serum made just for the eyes. 

What's leftover is wonderful when rubbed into your hands, nails, cuticles, etc. I like to add a dollop of ORIGINAL Utter-balm. Not the stuff from the drug store, I order a dozen tubes at a time from a veterinarian supply. I don't like the kind in a jar because it gets all stuck under my fingernails. Yuck. 

I like to use this beauty treatment once or twice a week at least 30 minutes before bedtime, so my skin can really absorb this amazing oil. Why waste it on your pillowcase. As the heat from my skin liquefies the oil, I frequently message it into my face and hands. Message is always good for you too!!!!! Share with us your beauty tips. 

NO more Andy Rooney Eyebrows on page 34 in Volume 4

And don't forget the  back of  Your neck see page 45 in Volume 6. 

New Reason to Go NUTS for Nuts

 

The world's going nuts.

To loose weight . . .

And tame Tupe 2 Diabetes . . .

And we think that's good!

For more details read page 25 in Volume 4

From your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Happy Healthy Lungs

 

Engage in deep aerobic belly LAUGHTER every day and EAT lots of red, orange and yellow veggies, plus lots and lots of dark leafy greens. 

13 Ways to LOWER Your Blood Pressure Naturally

For all your friends and family with high blood pressure -- NATURAL ways to LOWER blood pressure every day. 

 

Good PREVENTIVE  measures for everyone.

 

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Sleep Down Your Blood Sugar

 

Don't underestimate the POWER of getting enough Z's EVERY night.

Just one sleepless night can interfere with your body's ability to use insulin. 

Too little sleep leads to MORE weight gain. 

Tips on how to get your Zzzzzzzz's

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Rosemary

3 More Good Reasons to Use FRESH Rosemary

1.  Place long FRESH sprigs UNDER your meat, chicken or fish on the grill -- helps prevent charring of your food, which causes carcinogens.

2.  Make a tea with FRESH leaves -- helps with gas and bloating.

3.  Use Rosemary Oil from the essence collection at your local health food store -- good for the brain and memory. Might try it before a test or exam. 

Tired NO Energy?

I have written about the Magic of Magnesium before, now Dr. Oz has gotten on the band wagon and has even more to tell us about WHY we should eat 5 servings a day of foods HIGH in magnesium.

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Compliments of your friend in the kitchen, Judy

Watch what you eat . . .

We are told all the time to eat a rainbow of colors when it comes to our food and our health. Dr. Oz and Dr. Roizen give us an easy list to follow. 

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Compliments of your friend in the kitchen, Judy

10 Best Foods to Get Your Daily Potassium

Potassium is a very important mineral for the proper function of all cells, tissues, and organs in the human body. Potassium is crucial to heart function and plays a key role in skeletal and smooth muscle contraction, making it important for normal digestive and muscular function.

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And -- bananas are not even on the list - ha-ha see what is. 

Aren't you glad I love research and sharing what I find with you? 

Your friend in the kitchen, Judy

The MAGIC of Magnesium

Not only is it used to make strong lightweight alloys for the aerospace industry...
I have found it to be an amazing relief for sore and tight muscles. Plus I am convinced that it is the bases for all total body cleanse products. 

 Read all about it.

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Compliments from your friend in the kitchen, Judy

 

 

Household Items YOU Should AVOID

This comes under the heading DID YOU KNOW? 

There are everyday household items you should AVOID and why . . . so that you may protect your families health. Read the entire list plus natural SAFE alternatives. 

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For more SAFE and inexpensive household cleaners see my article Clean Green on page 14 in Cooking with Judy.