4 questions to stop asking yourself

One of the biggest issues for me over the years has been how to make the mind an ally instead of an enemy. Everyday suffering is largely mental. We obsess and worry. We are haunted by old hurts and anticipate new ones with anxiety. For many people, the same four questions keep cropping up to exacerbate these feelings: 

        1. "What's wrong with me?"
        2. "What's going to happen?"
        3. "How will I ever get out of this?"
        4. "Where will the money come from?"
 
by Deepak Chopra 

Making these thoughts go away is extremely difficult. They are persistent and never seem to resolve themselves. The solutions we try to find don't work either. We ignore the nagging questions—a form of denial—or we reassure ourselves that there is nothing actually wrong, which, ironically, only stokes the worry and doubt. Another tactic? We try to offset our anxiety by proving our worth through the pursuit of money, power and accomplishment. This can result in riches and success, but it doesn't put end to the fear or the idea that the future holds something dreadful and unknown.

It's necessary to try a new way, one that allows our mind be our friend and not our enemy. To do that, we have to move from the level of the problem to the level of the solution. The first step is to take an honest look at what the four questions are doing to you and where they come from.

 

"What's wrong with me?"

This thought arises from personal insecurity, self-doubt, and judgment against yourself. When people wrestle with self-doubt, they generally get stuck saying opposite things to themselves: "There's nothing wrong with me" one day and "I'm a mess. Everything is wrong with me" the next, as circumstances swing from good to bad. Neither extreme is true, but that's not the point. The false answer becomes a ritual, a fixed response that gets nowhere. Other ritualistic thoughts would include "I keep doing this to myself," "I'm stupid," "I'm all alone," "I never get a break" and so on.

The problem is that you're trying to answer a question that is self-defeating to begin with. Instead, you must look at why the question arose and solve that problem—which is insecurity. You are giving away your power. Security comes from being centered in the self.

 

"What's going to happen?"

This concerns dread about the future. It's about lack of trust. In life, you will never know what is going to happen. Any attempt at a response is futile, since this, too, is a self-defeating question. Instead, you need to live in the present. Realize that the future is not only unknown to you—it is unknowable to anyone no matter how much you worry. Therefore, you are worrying about a phantom; fear is piling on hypothetical possibilities and worst-case scenarios. They vanish only when you place your attention on the here and now.

 

"How will I ever get out of this?"

This question comes from a feeling of being trapped. To end that feeling, you must make space for creativity. It is self-defeating to block your creative juices with an obsessive repetition of doubt. Solutions don't come from panic. They come when you reframe the situation you are trapped in. Instead of seeing it as a prison, see it as a chance to prove that you are capable of meeting reality head-on. By clearing away the fear, you open a channel for new solutions to appear.

 

"Where will the money come from?"

On the surface, this is about finances. But beneath that, this question comes from the feeling that your life can be taken away from you. You think that money protects you from total loss of control and if there isn't enough of it, unseen forces will overwhelm you. Rather than tackling the money issue, it's time to create a safe place inside you. The first step is to see that money isn't going to make you safe (unless, of course, you lack the basic necessities of food and shelter). A prudent amount of money is undeniably a safeguard, but a sense of lack is psychological. You will feel safe inside not when you have enough money, but when you can say "I am enough."

 

Cocoa butter

Cocoa butter is not just for chocolate anymore - Discover the healthy secrets behind this sensuous food

Need another reason to love the cacao bean? As it turns out, cocoa butter has its own set of health enhancing properties apart from cocoa. External use of the butter clears everything from psoriasis to dermatitis to eczema, while conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, heart disease and cancer respond well to internal use. Cocoa butter is also nutrient dense -- supplying antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and beneficial fats. Frequently used in skin care products, this heavenly butter is also great for cooking, smoothies and raw food creations.

Food of the gods

Chocolate is considered a food of the gods for good reason. Nothing else quite compares to the texture, taste and complexity of this flavorful delight. While most of us are familiar with the rich, dark element of cacao beans, many are unaware of the health perks contained within its light-colored counterpart. Cocoa butter is what gives chocolate its smooth, melt-in-your mouth, satisfying quality. It is also an incredible source of vitamins, flavonoids, antioxidants and minerals. In fact, cocoa butter contains generous amounts of cocoa mass polyphenol (CMP) which has been shown to thwart cancer, prevent cardiovascular disease and ease arthritis. These same compounds also help to regulate excessive T-cell activity -- the root cause of immune system dysfunctions like psoriasis, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Researchers believe that the oleic acid content in cocoa butter may lower the risk of heart failure as well. Oleic acid is a healthy monounsaturated fat which is also found in olive oil. For ultimate nutrition and flavor, source organic cocoa butter that is processed under low temperatures.

 

Seal, protect, nourish and heal

Not only nutritious, cocoa butter is famous for its topical applications. This exquisitely scented butter seals the skin, creating a barrier against environmental pollutants and the aging effects of weather. Cocoa mass polyphenol also inhibits the production of immunoglobulin IgE -- helping to calm eczema and dermatitis. Bursting with vitamins B1, B2, B3, C and E, cocoa butter is ideal for preventing stretch marks during pregnancy. It also neutralizes free radicals on the skin. This deep penetrating oil improves skin tone, heals scars and reduces wrinkles as well. As we head into winter, keeping the skin protected, moisturized and nourished is an important consideration.

Now is a good time to enjoy this irresistible oil inside and out. With cocoa butter, encouraging velvety skin and a healthy body has never been more delicious.

6 Toxins to Remove from Your Life

A number of daily use items stacked on store shelves call out to us with their beautiful packaging and attractive promises—”24-hour freshness,” “incredibly clean” and such. But scratch the surface, and some scary facts emerge. 

Room fresheners: as most of us know by know, room fresheners can be chemical-laden and toxic. To keep your room smelling fresh, create your own potpourri, with dried herbs and essential oil. The way to make it is explained quite nicely here.

Laundry fresheners: Beware of the word ‘fragrance.’ It sure sounds inviting, but those jasmine and lavender scented laundry detergents and dryer sheets can be loaded with chemicals that can cause skin problems to  reproductive dysfunction.

Permanent-press cotton sheets: Use untreated cotton sheets in the bedroom: the permanent press cotton-polyester ones may seem more convenient but release chemicals that can irritate the throat and eyes.

‘Regular’ apples and peaches: these are among the most contaminated produce, and by paying a little extra for organic ones, you can cut down on upto 80% fewer pesticides entering your body. 

Mothballs: the insecticides in them  have been linked to health problems, including cancer-causing agents. Cedar chips are known to be a safe alternative to them. Make a sachet of these chips, adding a little lavender essential oil, to keep clothese free of damage from months.

Perfume and colognes: packaged in alluring bottles and heady in their scent, perfumes and colognes often contain hundreds of synthetic compounds that have been linked to skin problems, reproductive issues and other disorders. Pure plant essential oils, mixed with organic carrier oil, are a wonderful alternative.

Should I Vaccinate?

You have been lead to believe that vaccines are safe. But they are not safe. The birth of the vaccine is one of the worst scientific mistakes and subsequent cover ups in human history. The science behind vaccines is not only flimsy, it is an embarrassment. But money, (which is the true motivation behind vaccines) is flowing in by the billions and has since the birth of the vaccine and so, vaccines continue to be propagated. Medical intervention for those who are ill is a multi billion dollar proposition. But it is an even bigger money maker to require people who are in a state of perfect health to pay for medical intervention, such as a vaccine or drug. 

The world that we live in is a world that is owned and run not by people, but by companies... Companies who have one motivation: Money. And companies who can lobby politicians to pass legislation that is not in the best interest of human life. These same companies own the media. To give the general public the real information about vaccines, hurts sales. Most of the studies done about vaccines are done by the very same companies that stand to profit from the success of these vaccines. Most of the medical clinics you visit make their living off of vaccines. So there is a huge conflict of interest within the medical community relative to vaccination.

Teal explains that as a medical intuitive, she has never seen a human body benefit by a vaccine, she has only ever seen them hurt the human body. She explains that vaccines are no substitute for eating a diet and living a lifestyle that supports the immune system. She goes on to explain that there are natural barriers between a human body and a virus (such as the walls of the respiratory and digestive system) and that by injecting a virus straight into the blood stream, you are by passing those barriers which enable the virus to enter vital organs and to cross the blood brain barrier; which is extremely dangerous. 

The idea that vaccines should be mandatory is unconstitutional. It is a blow at freedom and freedom is precious. In the future, Vaccines will be looked at in the same way that we look at blood letting today. It will be seen as an embarrassment in human history.

Pumpkin

Look again. There's more behind the funny face of that festive winter squash still sitting on your front porch than you might think. When it's not moonlighting as a jack-o-lantern or as a centerpiece for random fall decor, pumpkin is actually an undercover superfood - one that bestows seasonal nourishment and deep healing, from head to toe, on all who partake.

Because of its rich supply of vital nutrients, pumpkin is gaining popularity as a health food. Packed with everything from protein and fiber, to antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals - including manganese, magnesium, potassium and iron - pumpkin has an answer for almost all that ails you. Blood sugar imbalance? Eat more pumpkin. Bone support? Have some pumpkin pulp. Arthritis? More pumpkin, please! Enlarged prostrate? Try some pumpkin seed oil. Inflammation? There's a pumpkin for that! And the list goes on...

Vision protection

One of pumpkin's main benefits is visible right away, in its clever orange hue. As with sweet potato, carrots and butternut squash, this coloring occurs thanks to the presence of large amounts of carotene. As precursors to vitamin A, alpha-carotene and beta-carotene help to keep our eyes healthy and vision clear (especially in dim lighting) and guard against cataracts and degeneration. More than twice the daily recommended serving of vitamin A can be found in just one cup of cooked, mashed pumpkin. The carotenes, along with the many other antioxidants found in pumpkin, also help in the general maintenance of numerous other bodily functions - from strengthening the immune system, to the prevention of cancer, and cardiovascular disease.

Skin care

When it comes to overall skin health, the properties of pumpkin are highly effective. It's a good source of vitamin C, which facilitates collagen production, increasing the elasticity of skin while also rendering it "aglow." It also reduces damage (wrinkles and other signs of premature aging) caused by free radicals, as might occur with sun damage or pollution. And pumpkin seeds, especially, contain plenty of beneficial zinc, which may help to regulate the hormones responsible for acne, as well as fatty acids, which support skin repair, increase moisture and improve flexibility.

Detox and weight loss

Simultaneously low in calories (49 per cup) and high in fiber (three grams per cup), pumpkin is a holiday indulgence you can enjoy without the guilt. Diets rich in fiber have been shown to help people lose weight by causing them to feel fuller for longer. And with all that fiber ready and willing to help flush and eliminate toxins from your system, you'd do well not to incite additional blockages. So maybe abandon the traditional pie this year and make your own healthier version of pumpkin dessert. Be creative, avoid processed ingredients if you can, and experiment with alternative or raw ingredients instead. A little cinnamon, perhaps?

Just feel better

Besides improving overall brain function, pumpkin can also help to balance your mood. Its seeds contain large quantities of tryptophan, an amino acid involved in the production of serotonin, our "feel-good" neurotransmitters. You may know tryptophan better by its notorious presence in turkey, which some suspect causes a feeling of such satiation and relaxation that it usually leads to a Thanksgiving Day post-mealtime nap; whereas experts suggest the nap is more likely a result of overeating.

Now don't upset yourself unnecessarily by worrying too much that it's already too late to save the insides of that handsome jack-o-lantern you carved for Halloween. It's actually the smaller pumpkins, sometimes called "pie pumpkins" or "sweet pumpkins," that are really the better choice for cooking. And here's a tip for picking a good one: Be sure to examine the stems. Sweeter pumpkins usually have dried stems, because they stay longer on the vine. And don't forget to save the seeds for roasting... You'll find plenty of advice on the web for tasty, seasonal recipes.

5 Superfoods against cancer

These five superfoods are scientifically proven to halt the spread of breast cancer

Though there is little meaningful talk about this important subject in the mainstream media, cancer prevention is something that every single person needs to be thinking about, especially in light of the excess of genetically-modified organisms (GMOs), environmental chemicals, and other modern exposures linked to rapidly rising rates of this deadly disease. And one of the best ways to avoid getting cancer is to fortify your body with a robust nutritional profile rich in cancer-fighting "superfoods."

Research out of the City of Hope Cancer Center near Los Angeles, California, has determined that five specific superfoods possess demonstrable cancer-fighting benefits -- and the good news is that most of them are generally available year-round at grocery stores nationwide. These superfoods include:

1) Mushrooms. Scientists from City of Hope were among the first to identify some of the cancer-fighting properties of mushrooms, having discovered that common white-button mushrooms are capable of slowing the growth of breast cancer tumors by targeting aromatase, a protein enzyme that biosynthesizes estrogen in the body. Since aromatase is linked to spurring breast cancer tumors, eating mushrooms can help stop these cancer cells from growing and spreading.

Researchers observed a similar benefit in men concerning prostate cancer. Mushroom extract was found not only to lower levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA), a hormone linked to the development of the disease, but also to fortify the body's own natural defenses in blocking lung and potentially other forms of cancer. (http://www.cityofhope.org)

2) Blueberries. Numerous studies have confirmed that blueberries effectively prevent breast cancer cells from not only multiplying and spreading, but also from surviving. Blueberry compounds have been shown to shrink the size of existing tumors, as well as block the proliferation of triple-negative breast cancers. (http://www.cityofhope.org)

3) Pomegranates. A superfood with a variety of unique benefits, pomegranates possess six unique substances that, like mushrooms, suppress aromatase, which roughly 70 percent of breast cancers need in order to grow and thrive. Besides preventing and fighting breast cancer, pomegranates have been shown to target many other forms of cancer as well, including colon cancer.

The specific cancer-fighting compounds in pomegranates include urolithin A (UA), methylated UA, acetylated UB, methylated UB, and UB sulfate, all of which are naturally-occurring phytochemicals that inhibit multiple estrogen-producing mechanisms responsible for spurring tumor growth. (http://www.cityofhope.org)

4) Cinnamon. Long utilized as both a spice and a medicine, cinnamon is a powerful cancer fighter in its own right, as it effectively blocks a protein that tumors need to establish a life-giving blood supply. Known as angiogenesis, this blockage of blood vessel growth prevents tumors from both growing and surviving. (http://www.cityofhope.org)

5) Grape seed extract. This one might be a little bit harder to find, as many grape varieties sold in stores are now seedless. But the compounds found in grape seeds are worth the extra effort to find, as they have been shown to help inhibit aromatase, which in turn blocks the formation of breast cancer. Grape seed extract also blocks the action of another protein responsible for spurring the growth and spread of cancer cells.

"City of Hope is uncovering important links between nutrition and the fight against cancer," says the group on its website about this fascinating and ongoing research. "We have found that mushrooms may slow the growth of breast cancer, blueberries could slow down the spread of cancer, and grape seed extract might starve cancer cells."

Are you drinking Blood, Pus and Drugs?

WARNING: This video contains graphic images of inhumane treatment of dairy cows and their calves. May not be suitable for young or sensitive audience.

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A ridiculous video from the Ohio Pork Producers Council attempts to explain why factory pig farming is a wonderful thing. Of course, the rosy picture it paints fails to mention that modern pig barns were created to cram as many pigs as possible into unsanitary spaces in order to maximize profit, with results exactly opposite to the claims made in the video.

The Everyday Drink that May Contain Blood, Pus and Drugs

By Dr. Mercola

For all of us who love, respect and share our lives with animals, it is devastating to see this appalling abuse of dairy farm animals.
This video was produced by the non-profit organization Animals' Angels, an internationally active non-profit organization based in Germany, whose mission is to end the abuse of livestock animals and improve the conditions at auctions.
Unfortunately, this video is not one of a kind.  

Many other disturbing videos can be found online, documenting animal cruelty by the food industry and others valuing profit above all else.
Why suggest watching such horrible images?

The videos about cruelty are, unfortunately, a necessary evil as they inform concerned citizens about what is endured by animals entrusted to our care.
Without seeing it, many would simply be unable to believe it exists.
And seeing it has a far more visceral impact and is harder to ignore than reading about it.

Awareness is always the first step toward positive change, and GREAT change is needed to improve the lives of these farm animals.
The main points the film makes are quoted and expanded upon below.

The Disturbing Truth about Confined Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs)

Most milk no longer comes from cows happily grazing in lush, green fields in the open air, as their advertisements commonly suggest. Most conventional milk comes from cows raised in intensive production systems, also known as confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs). According to Vegan Outreach, farms with fewer than 200 cows are in sharp decline, while the number of very large CAFOs (2,000-plus cows) more than doubled between the years 2000 and 2006. The largest operations have more than 15,000 cows.

About half of the milk sold in the U.S. comes from just four percent of the farms, which are owned by a handful of large corporations.

"Today, most dairy cows are confined to a barren, dry lot, which often holds several thousand animals."

Most of these large CAFOs have very high animal densities and confine their cows inside barns or in feedlots. Some cows are housed indoors year-round. When lactating, most of the cows are kept tied up in stalls. Cows confined in stalls show signs of stress from social isolation and the inability to lie down, as well as increased susceptibility to a number of diseases. Only USDA-certified organic farms are required to provide some access to pasture for grazing. In 2008, fewer than three percent of U.S. dairy cows were managed on organic farms.

Dairy Cows are Forced into Continuous Birthing and Lactation

As with other mammals, in order to produce milk, a cow must have recently given birth. Dairy cows are forced to start giving birth at about two years of age, then reinseminated about 60 days after every birthing to maintain a yearly scheduleⁱ .

"To maintain high milk production, dairy operators want the cows to give birth as often as possible. Reproduction is often manipulated with artificial insemination to ensure the cow will calve and reach peak milk production quickly."

When lactating, their udders are hooked up to electronic milking machines several times a day, which sometimes inflict electrical shocks, painful lesions, and infections. When producing milk for her calf, a cow will naturally produce about 16 pounds of milk per day. But through genetic manipulation, antibiotics, and hormones such as bovine growth hormone (rBGH), dairy cows are forced to produce 50 pounds of milk per day. RBGH also greatly increases the cow's risk for mastitis, a painful inflammation of the udder.

Why Some Milk MUST be Pasteurized

"Pasteurized dairy is produced in the filthiest conditions imaginable. Blood, pus, and dangerous pathogens routinely end up in pasteurized milk."

CAFO animals are given large quantities of antibiotics, vaccines, vitamins, and other potentially toxic drugs to prevent the diseases that would normally overtake them as a result of living in such filthy, overcrowded conditions. Those chemicals get passed along to you in the milk you consume. In fact, using a highly sensitive test, scientists have detected as man as 20 painkillers, antibiotics and growth hormones in samples of cow's milk.

Newborn Calves are Ripped Away from their Mothers

"Although a cow's natural life expectancy is between 20 and 25 years, most dairy cows are slaughtered between the ages of four and six."

Cows can naturally live for 20 to 25 years, but on industrial dairy farms they're usually killed at about five years of age—that is, if they even live that long. Many dairy cows die by age three or four, exhausted by constant lactation and frequent disease. In some countries where cows are revered, such as India and Nepal, cows are commonly kept as pets. Cows are very social animals, being sturdy yet gentle, and make wonderful pets for families with children.ⁱⁱ Miniature cows are even beginning to be bred as pets in the United States.

"After birthing, the calves are often immediately taken away from their mothers. While the female calves remain on the farm to replace other "spent" daily cows, the male calves, often called the "unwanted by-product" of the dairy industry, are usually shipped to auction and sold to veal operations."

The female calves are commonly mutilated by tail docking, dehorning, and the removal of "extra teats." Most female calves are fed colostrum until they are weaned at eight weeks, and then fed a milk replacer or "waste milk" that is unfit to be sold for human consumption. Each year, hundreds of thousands of female calves die between 48 hours and eight weeks of age, mostly due to diarrhea (calf scours) and other digestive problems.

The Torture of Veal Calves

"Many of the bull calves, with their umbilical cords still attached and unable to stand by themselves, are often too weak to survive and die at the auction."

Many consumers don't realize that veal is a direct by-product of the dairy industry. Newborn bull calves are taken away from their mothers and shipped off to veal producers for a short life of torture. Some bull calves are killed within a few days of their birth, but many are harvested for veal. These veal calves are typically kept immobilized in tiny crates so that their flesh stays tender, until they are slaughtered at 16 to 20 weeks of age. Their confinement is so extreme that they cannot even turn around or lie down comfortably. This abuse begins as young as one day old.

In order to make their flesh white, the veal calves are fed a low iron, nutritionally deficient liquid diet that makes them ill; they frequently develop anemia, diarrhea, and pneumonia.ⁱⁱⁱ According to John Robbins, author of The Food Revolution and several other books^iv :

"The veal calf would actually have more space if, instead of chaining him in such a stall, you stuffed him into the trunk of a subcompact car and kept him there for his entire life."

Sickly Animals are Treated Like Piles of Waste

The term "downer" refers to an animal that is too injured, weak, or sick to stand and walk. The leading causes are complications from calving and injuries from slipping and falling, most often occurring within one day of giving birth. The exact number of downer cattle on American farms or feedlots is estimated to be 500,000 animals per year. Most are dairy cows. You can see on the video how these poor animals are mistreated, being pushed around by tractors and forklifts as if they were piles of waste.

"When they reach auction, many dairy cows will be weakened and emaciated. Because of their poor state of health, these animals have a high risk of becoming non-ambulatory."

Another major factor causing these animals to become ill is their transport to auction. Animals are transported thousands of miles over land and sea, and subjected to enormous stress. Frequently these transports do not meet legal requirements.  The conditions of animal transport are such a huge problem that Animals' Angels has a division specifically committed to eliminating long-distance transports.^v

 

Unnatural Diets Lead to Painful Udder and Hoof Infections

The natural diet for a cow is grass, but a grass diet doesn't result in an extraordinarily high milk yield. Therefore, conventional dairy farms put their cows on high grain diets (mostly corn), and diets that are also high in cheap protein, such as genetically engineered soy and animal by-products. These foods are hard for cows to digest and cause health problems. These unnatural diets, combined with filthy and overcrowded living conditions, create an environment in which metabolic disorders and infections are commonplace. Millions of cows are suffering mercilessly and needlessly at the hands of big agribusinesses that fancy themselves as "dairy farmers."

"By the time they arrive at the auction to be sold to a meat buyer, 33 percent of dairy cows will have developed mastitis, a very painful udder infection. Many cows will be limping and in pain due to laminitis, an inflammation of the hoof."

 

Raw Milk may be the Solution for You AND the Cows

If you want to continue consuming milk and milk products, I suggest you get them in the raw from organic dairy farmers who are set up specifically to produce high-quality, clean, nutritious raw dairy products. You can find milk, cheese, and other dairy products in raw form, although it may take a little searching. High-quality raw milk has an abundance of nutritional elements, including:

• Valuable enzymes (which are destroyed by pasteurization)
• Natural butterfat helps your body to absorb and utilize vitamins and minerals (also destroyed by pasteurization)
• Healthy unoxidized cholesterol
• Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which fights cancer and may help reduce body fat
• Omega-3 fats and omega-6 fats in a better ratio than conventional milk

 

ALL Raw Milk is Not Safe—You Must Know What to Look for

There's a vast difference in quality between the milk of organically raised, grass-fed "happy cows," and that from conventionally raised, confined, grain-fed cows.

Raw, unpasteurized milk from CAFOs would be dangerous to consume.
Conventional dairy farms are not typically set up to produce milk that is safe and pure enough to be consumed raw. And really, the very idea of producing mass quantities of milk from huge numbers of cows confined to one area is contrary to the very nature of "healthy" milk. When buying raw milk, it's important to make sure you're buying milk that's been produced with the intention of being consumed raw—and not just unpasteurized milk from conventional dairy operations.

It would cost large industrial dairies an enormous amount of money to clean up their operations enough to turn out milk that would be SAFE to drink raw, since it's often loaded with blood, pus, hormones, dangerous pathogens and other sludge that you wouldn't want to ingest under any circumstances.

Realize that when you consume conventional pasteurized supermarket milk, you are likely drinking this sludge—it's just "cooked sludge."

Voting with your wallet or pocketbook is the best way to send a message to the factory farm industry that there is a market for ethically raised livestock. By purchasing milk from dairy farmers who are doing things right, you are showing kindness to cows everywhere, decreasing their chances of suffering tragic and miserable lives, one gallon at a time. If you object to factory farming practices and the mistreatment of animals, and you are still buying conventional dairy products, then your actions are not aligned with your beliefs.  If you had a difficult time watching this video but you continue to buy these products, then it may be time to recommit or reevaluate your values.

 

Do You Want Easy Access to Raw Milk?

Government, public health, and dairy industry officials want to restrict the sale and distribution of raw milk, citing safety concerns. But small dairy farmers, organic consumers' advocates and raw milk drinkers all agree that safety isn't the real issue—it's control of the dairy market. By joining the fight to make access to healthy raw milk a right for all Americans, you're not only standing up the animals, you're protecting your freedom of choice with respect to your food supply.

Presidential candidate Ron Paul has joined the battle to protect your rights to raw milk by introducing House Bill HR 1830^vi , which essentially authorizes the production and transport of raw milk products for direct human consumption. On May 13, 2011, this bill was sent to the House Subcommittee on Health. I cannot urge you strongly enough to support HR 1830, and inform everyone you know.

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Additionally, the Farm-to-Consumer Defense Fund has created a petition for HR 1830. If you care about this issue, please take a moment to sign this petition right now!

Additional Raw Milk Resources

The following is a list of resources that can help you become better informed:

• The Raw Milk Institute contains excellent information about raw milk.
• Organizations such as the Weston A. Price Foundation and the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund are working toward true freedom of choice for American consumers, and I urge you to get involved in their causes.
• Listen to my interview with Mark McAfee, the founder of Organic Pastures, which is one of the largest raw milk producers in the United States.
• Listen to my interview with health and business journalist David E. Gumpert.Consider reading his book,The Raw Milk Revolution, as well as watching his video about the history of pasteurization and its exaggerated health benefits.
• Consider watching Farmageddon: The Unseen War on American Family Farms, a documentary by Kristin Canty that may just make your blood boil.