FYI

There is every reason to read on a regular basis the information from the Fooducate APP. The report listed below was found on their site. http://www.fooducate.com/. Join in and learn about the nutrition details of the groceries you buy regularly. In the meanwhile, here is the latest information on processed meat that hit the news headlines recently.

You may have already heard the news. The World Health Organization (WHO), published the findings of a massive meta-study, correlating the consumption of processed meats with colorectal cancer.

Over 800 studies from the last decades were reviewed by a team 22 of scientists working for the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a WHO subsidiary.

The findings:

* Each 1.5 ounce portion of processed meat eaten daily increases the risk of colorectal cancer by 18%.

* People who consumed the most processed meats – bacon, ham, hot dogs, and sausages – had a 17% higher risk of colorectal cancer compared to people who consumed the least.

* The absolute risk can be explained as follows: in the UK, 61 out of 1000 people will contract colorectal cancer in their lifetime. 66 out of 1000 habitual processed meat eaters will get ill vs. just 56 of the light eaters.

* Inconclusive evidence has tied consumption of processed meat with stomach cancer.

* Limited evidence found that increased consumption of red meat – beef, lamb, pork – probably causes cancer.

* The preparation technique of the meat was not found to be a major factor in determining the risk level. However, preparing meat at high temperatures or in direct contact with a flame or a hot surface, does produce more carcinogenic chemicals than other methods of cooking.

What does all this mean for the average American? It’s simple – if you are a meat eater, try to limit your consumption of red meats and processed meats. You don’t necessarily need to abstain. However, you should eat more vegetables and fruits. Same advice as always.

— Source: Boulevard et al, on behalf of IARC – Carcinogenicity of consumption of red and processed meat – The Lancet Oncology, Oct 2014

I’m wondering if the allergy season is coming later this year. Usually I suffer sneezing, itchy throat, and coughing during the month of September. However, the past two days I am surprised to find these symptoms of allergies are in full force. I reached for my newly purchased The Essential Life book to find a remedy right away. The remedy: Take 2 drops of lavender, 2 drops lemon, 2 drops peppermint one of three ways. You can learn more about essential oil reference materials, history, and research on the upper right corner links of this blog. Mobile devices can click Menu to find information about Essential Oils.

In the meanwhile, here are some great tips of the best uses of lemon essential oil. We can always use information on how to be healthwise.

I hope this is helpful 🙂

The Person Next to You

(1) Detox – Putting a couple drops of lemon essential oil in your water helps to keep the bile in your liver flowing, thus self-cleansing of this most important organ. Warm lemon water also promotes peristalsis (contraction and movement) in your bowels, so you feel less backed up.

(2) RelieveUpset Stomach – When you have an upset stomach, sip warm water with a couple drops of lemon oil. Lemon alkalizes the body, and changes “sour stomach” back to normal.

(3) Mood Enhancer – Many of us have a slump in the afternoon, where we have had lunch and just want to take a power nap. When I feel like that, I put a few drops of lemon essential oil in my diffuser and enjoy the mood lifting feeling.

(4) Cleanser – Lemon oil is antibacterial, and is commonly used in household cleaners. I made my own* and keep a bottle in the kitchen. …

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