Dr. Christopher's Herbal Legacy Newsletter - March 11, 2009

Published: Wed, 03/11/09


Herbal Legacy
 
Sponsored by The School of Natural Healing & Christopher Publications

March 11, 2009

Dear ,

This week we are discussing the lymphatic system - one of the most important but overlooked systems of the body.  It is important to keep this system healthy for maximum health, and you will discover that it is quite easy to do this!

Our recipe for the week is Cabbage Rolls - the recipe is from Healthy Eating for Life for Cancer by PCRM (Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine) nutrition director Vesanto Melina, M.S., R.D.

Until next week - be healthy and happy-

-Dr. Christopher's Herbal Legacy Newsletter

ARTICLE: The Lymphatic System

RECIPE: Cabbage Rolls

NEWS/FEATURED PRODUCT: David Hall's Cellerciser

 

ARTICLE: The Lymphatic System
by Jo Francks, M.H.

The lymphatic system is one of the most overlooked systems when it comes to our health, but one of the most important systems of the body.  Unlike the cardiovascular system which has a pump to circulate it through the body, the lymph fluid relies on our own movement or massage for circulation. Let's look at what the Lymphatic system does.

The lymphatic system is filled with millions of one-way valves, which allows the lymph fluid to flow in only one direction. It is the "garbage collector", taking up metabolic garbage, and toxins from the extracellular fluid of every organ. If this flow is impaired, the fluid becomes thick and toxic. The cells which rely on the lymphatic system for elimination become less efficient and sluggish as they fill with their own waste. The lymphatic system - which in a healthy person is a life-sustaining system - now becomes a breeding ground for infection. When the fluid enters the bloodstream, which is part of the normal process, infection can now spread to any organ in the body. Many viruses, bacteria and parasites stay locked within the lymphatic system when it is in a sluggish state. The result: degenerative disease and an increase in the rate of aging.

The lymphatic system is made up of lymph nodes, lymph veins, tonsils, adenoids, appendix and the spleen.  Doctors remove some of these when there is a sign of infection.  Some signs of congested lymphatics are: allergies, prostatitis, chronic sinusitis, heart disease, eczema and other skin conditions, chronic fatigue, multiple sclerosis, parasites, viral and bacterial infections, headaches, obesity, and the list goes on.

Rebound exercise is one of the best ways to get the lymph flowing through the body.  As you bounce, the lymph moves in a rhythmic motion through the one way valves as they open and close. At the bottom of the bounce there in an increased gravitational force and at the top of the bounce there is a moment of weightlessness causing a sloshing effect of the lymph. You don't even have to come off the mat, and it only takes a few minutes a day. 

Kevin Trudeau, author of Natural Cures, says this about rebounding. "At this time there is only one form of exercise that actually affects, in a positive way, every cell in the body simultaneously. Jumping on a mini-trampoline, also known as a rebounder, has been shown to stimulate and strengthen every cell in the body. This unique form of exercise dramatically increases the movement through the lymph system, stimulates every cell's elimination of toxins, and increases the strength and vitality of every cell in the body."

To learn more about David Hall's Cellerciser, the best rebounder on the market, and a special discount available, read the News section below.

Herbal aids to help the lymphatic system are: Dr Christopher's Glandular formula containing mullein and lobelia, and his Lymphatic formula.  Eating a wholesome diet of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds will help eliminate toxins and feed the body the good nutrition it needs to maintain a healthy immune system.

If you are looking for Dr. Christopher's Herbal Combinations, visit http://www.christopherwebsites.com.
 
Printable Version: http://www.herballegacy.com/Lymphatic.pdf

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RECIPE: Cabbage Rolls

(Makes 12 rolls)

Although this recipe has several ingredients and steps, it isn't difficult to prepare, and everything comes together so deliciously in the end that it's well worth the effort. 

  • 1 head green cabbage

Filling:

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, pressed
  • 2½ cups sliced mushrooms (about ½ pound)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup pine nuts

Sauce:

  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, pressed
  • 1 15-ounce can crushed or ground tomatoes
  • ¼ teaspoon each: basil, oregano, fennel seeds
  • ⅛ teaspoon each: thyme, marjoram, black pepper

Remove core from cabbage, then steam whole head until soft, about 20 minutes. Remove from the pot to cool. When cool enough to handle, peel off 12 large leaves and set aside. Chop enough of the remaining cabbage to make 1 cup. Set aside.

To prepare filling, heat ½ cup of water in a large skillet or pot. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and mushrooms. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in paprika, black pepper, and cayenne. Remove from the heat and stir in cooked rice, raisins, pine nuts, and reserved chopped cabbage.

To prepare the sauce, heat ½ cup of water in a medium pot. Add onion and garlic and cook over high heat, stirring often, until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, oregano, fennel seeds, thyme, marjoram, and black pepper. Cover and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until flavors are blended, about 25 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. To assemble, divide filling among the 12 leaves. Roll each leaf, starting at the core end and tucking in the edges. Arrange in a 9 × 13-inch baking dish, then spoon sauce evenly over top. Bake 25 minutes.

Printable Version: http://www.herballegacy.com/Cabbage_Rolls.pdf

Do you have a healthy, tasty recipe that you would be willing to share with other health conscious readers, ?  Please share your recipes at http://www.herballegacy.com/Recipes.html (this page also has our database of recipes!).
 

NEWS/FEATURED PRODUCT: David Hall's Cellerciser

The School of Natural Healing is pleased to announce that we are now an authorized distributor of David Hall's Cellerciser®!

David & Fawn Christopher have spoken about the Cellerciser® every week for years on their popular radio show, A Healthier You.

As a preferred distributor we are able to get you a lower cost than if you went to David Hall's website and bought it direct from the company!  For proof visit http://www.cellerciser.com and click the Cellercise Store link - but don't buy it there!  You must purchase it here for the lower cost.

We have posted four videos about Cellercising online for you to watch for free where you can learn about David Hall's Cellerciser®.  Watch these videos to learn more about the amazing benefits of Cellercising and to see a demonstration of how it works and how David Hall's Cellerciser® is different from other rebounders.

Video #1 - What if there was one exercise...
Video #2 - The new definition of exercise
Video #3 - Cellerciser Demo
Video #4 - Not all Rebounders are created equally

To watch the videos and learn more about The Cellerciser® click this link:

http://www.snh.cc/Cellerciser.html
 

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