While reading an article in Forbes magazine online I came across a startling statistic. Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurance claims from 2013-2017 showed that early onset dementia and Alzheimer's disease diagnoses TRIPLED among insured adults in the US ages 30 to 64.
I think that is a surprising statistic that should cause all of us to pause and consider what might be impacting our 30 to 64 year olds in our country. And reflect on what level of impact we each are enduring.
So when was the last time you thought about the health of your brain? I think about it all the time. I had a front row seat when caring for elders for 8 years who were each diagnosed with dementia. Observing what they went through caused me to quickly decide that, as far as I had a say, NO crazy chemicals, medications or fabricated food product was worth enduring this level of decline. As a result I am a super sleuth when it comes to finding sources of toxins in my environment! Do you know how to uncover the dangerous chemicals large companies are allowed to put in their products? The products WE consume. For instance there is a very popular company that makes scented products that one might use in the bath and on their body. Many of these products have such strong (and potentially dangerous) chemicals that they are classified as a drug. Is that really something you want to take a chance with on your 3 year old daughter or your 63 year old grandmother? When you go down the cleaning aisle of the big box store does it seem to cause a headache or tightness in your chest? That is your body attempting to deal with the toxins that are assaulting your system. Think of it as your body speaking to you (or in this case shouting) to warn you of the dangers you are being exposed to. It's a very good signal to pay attention to! Much like you would notice a scratchiness in your throat before you are diagnosed with strep throat.
When we choose to use non-toxic chemicals, which are often plant based, our bodies know just how to manage these products. Our body can easily identify them and make use of them or choose to eliminate them. My favorite part of using the powerhouse of the plant oils is that there are no negative side effects. In my 60 year lifetime I have used very few prescriptions with the exception of antibiotics. Of the few drugs that I have used I have 3 permanent negative side effects that I will live with the rest of my life.
How I wish I knew then what I know now. Those side effects would not be a part of my life. My passion is to share with others what small steps they can make to make a BIG difference in their course in life. What you choose today will impact your tomorrow. Contact me and let's talk.
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