The Medicinal Wonders of Garlic

By Heather McCauley

Garlic, or allium sativum, is an herb with edible bulbs which is related to the onion. Although both garlic and onions can be considered healthy when incorporated into one’s diet, garlic seriously outshines its cousin in the medicinal category. Used as early as 5000 years ago in India and 3000 years ago in China, garlic is the original folk remedy for numerous ailments. Hippocrates used garlic to treat cancer and garlic poultices were common on the battlefields during the World Wars due to a shortage of antibiotics. In recent decades, scientific studies have popped up regarding garlic’s healing properties. If you’re one who cannot trust 50 centuries of medicinal wisdom and simply must know the ‘why’ and ‘how’ behind why garlic works, you will be pleased to discover that the research supports the ancient wisdom.

Garlic is known to have properties of an antioxidant, antibiotic, antifungal and an antiviral. Used to treat specific ailments such as high cholesterol, heart disease, high blood pressure, parasites, allergies, respiratory disorders, cough, colds, toothaches, earaches, arthritis, warts and certain cancers (i.e. stomach, cervical, colon, esophageal), garlic is the “go-to” herb that no medicine chest (or kitchen) should be without. Although the side-effects are minimal, they can be cause for social embarrassment. Bad breath, body odor, heartburn and flatulence are common when ingesting raw garlic on a regular basis – which is what is recommended to experience the maximum health benefits.

The two components in garlic which are responsible for its medicinal properties (and its smell), allicin and diallyl sulphide, are only released when the cloves are chopped or crushed and can be destroyed if overheated. So, ideally, to receive the maximum benefits, one would eat garlic raw (or only slightly cooked) in food in its broken down form. {Now I know why roasted garlic is so mild, nutty and sweet – because the components break down during roasting and leave a mild, non-medicinal, albeit tasty herb.} For those who cannot abide raw garlic in all its glory, there is hope in the supplement and the seasoning aisles. Shopping tip: look for brands that have been minimally processed and not heated.

With all of the benefits of garlic, there are a few warnings and contra-indications to be aware of. Garlic can interact with certain drugs used to treat HIV/AIDS and it can accelerate the effects of anti-coagulants due to its natural ability to thin the blood (this property also makes it good for circulation problems). Be sure to inform your doctor of all the natural remedies that you partake in. Also, garlic needs to be stored properly in order to prevent botulism. Never store garlic in oil at room temperature and be sure to discard any garlic stored in the refrigerator for too long or past its expiration date. With all of the latest scientific information on garlic, it’s no wonder this ancient medicine has graduated from folklore to fact.

Friday's Show & Past Episodes

Last night we discussed the ancient healing art and science called Seichim, including its interesting  history, attunements, distance healing, advanced healing techniques and healing wands from Atlantis. The discussion took an unexpected turn onto the fascinating subject of Atlantis, a topic we'll be covering more of very soon. One Love.

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Seichim - Healing the Ancient Egyptian Way

What's old is also new! Tonight's show will be on the ancient healing art & science called Seichim. We have been teaching this for a few years now, both online and in-person classes. One of our recent students will call in for a brief discussion on how learning this science has changed his life. We will discuss attunements, energy healing, distance healing, and more.

ASK DR. SUNI

First I want to say that your shows are very interesting and entertaining, even though you talk about metaphysical subjects. I listened to the show on energy vampires and learned a lot from that show. My question is - how can I protect myself if I am a victim of an energy vampire? I have this friend who I see about once a week. I couldn’t understand why I feel so drained and tired every time we get together, not until I heard your radio show. This person constantly has problems, not real problems but made-up ones. She complains about her job, her co-workers, her relatives, and if it’s not one thing it’s another. It’s like she gets a charge out of complaining.

At first I listened and genuinely sympathized with her, but as long as I’ve known her (going on five years) it’s been the same. She has the same general complains but she doesn’t do anything to try and rectify the problems. After a while I began to realize that as soon as we get together, right away I feel a headache coming on. Then when she leaves, I feel tired and drained. It’s at the stage now where I’m making excuses not to get together. I don’t want to hurt her feelings because otherwise she’s a good person. How can I continue the friendship and at the same time protect myself from the energy drain?

Dear Sue,

The energy drain that you feel comes from your friend sending out psychic cords from her third chakra into yours. As I explained on the show, energy vampires suck energy as a defense mechanism. These are people who come into this lifetime to work through their fear that they will never have enough. According to Barbara Ann Brennan, the sucking is an emotional need for physical sustenance from lifetimes when there wasn’t enough food to go around. Some of these people may even have starved to death in a previous life.

One solution is to learn how to respond to your friend in a healing, positive way. When you’re with her, make sure you’re not sitting or standing directly opposite her, but position yourself to the side. Also, be careful not to have direct eye contact with her. These steps will help to prevent streamers from her third chakra and her ajna center (between the eyes) from hooking into you.

Imagine that your third chakra has a protective screen over it so that streamers from her third chakra will not penetrate through the screen. Then in a gentle, loving, way let her know that she has the inner strength to control all aspects of her life. Let her know that she’s safe and sound right here, right now. Keep reinforcing this every time you’re together, and do it without touching her, even if you think she needs a reassuring touch.

If she responds positively to this approach, her defense mechanism will gradually pull back and she’ll feel charged without the need to suck energy from other people.

Please let me know how this approach works for you. Wishing you love, light and harmony.

Send your questions to heal@temple-of-healing.org. Click here to listen to the show on psychic vampires.

Astrology & You Tuesdays- Pluto, the Planet of Transformation

Pluto is the planet of transformation. Planets are more than just gigantic orbs in the sky, just as people are more than just their bodies. As we can think, act and have character, planets have personalities also. They are universal energies that interact with our energies to help us learn and grow. Pluto’s role is a hefty one, as it is not subtle at all. Pluto forces us to transform, to change drastically and to metamorphosis into something entirely different than we were previously. Like the caterpillar which turns into the gorgeous butterfly, from a ground-bound worm to a light and airy master of the sky, the transformation is so total that one does not even recognize what it was in its previous life. It has literally become a new being.

This is the magic of Pluto. Since it stays in each sign for 12-32 years, it affects entire generations. All children born within the same Pluto sign share a cosmic need for regeneration and transformation in that particular area. For example, those born with Pluto in Virgo grew up with the need to transform affairs rules by Virgo such as clothing, diet, hygiene and health. Thus this generation is responsible for the revolution in diet and healthcare, and transition to natural healing and natural fabrics and such. I am one of this group and so it affects me in this way also. How it affects people individually depends on which house Pluto falls into in your natal (birth) chart and the aspects or relationships it has to other planets (energies) in your chart.

Another example: those born with Pluto in Capricorn fueled the American Revolution, and brought about the creation of the Constitution, according to The Llewellyn Journal. Capricorn is a sign related to government and status, so it was no wonder why the founding fathers chose to become independent and autonomous at that time.

Transits are where the planet is now as opposed to where it was when you were born, and these also have a profound effect on society and individuals. This is because the energy is constantly interacting with us, at various levels of our psyches and our lives.

This is just a miniscule mention of this profound planet and how it operates. If you’re interested in finding how it affects you, you can contact me to have your natal chart drafted. Although I don’t do astrological interpretations which are generally lengthy and very detailed, I can answer specific questions about your chart to help you in understanding your life a little better. And I can give you a copy of it also. This is a new service that I’ve been guided to offer and for $30, you get your chart and 2 questions answered. Each additional question is $10. This is so new it is not yet on our boutique page, so contact me at: astrology@temple-of-healing.org if you want to order. You will need your birth date, time (approximate) and place. I can also refer you to an astrologer that can draft your detailed horoscope based on your birth chart if you like. Happy Tuesday.

Life is like a River...

By Heather McCauley

I don’t know anyone who isn’t currently facing their own difficulties in some way or another. Whether our struggles are emotional, financial, spiritual, job-related or family-related, it seems that NOW is a very difficult time in all our lives. We’ve heard the analogy before that life is like a river and we should ‘go with the flow’. The truth is that each of our rivers flow differently; some have a graceful flow that allows you to take in the scenery. Others are rushing rapids, where all of our attention is wholly focused on surviving. Still others find themselves spilled over a waterfall with no sense of up or down, let alone which way the river is supposed to be flowing. Perhaps the most trying scenario is when our river seems to be flowing in the opposite direction. This is when we need our boat and oars the most.

When life seems to be flowing against us, we will need to be masters of our tools. Our boat (vessel) is nothing more than the culmination of our thoughts, beliefs and our attitude. Our oars (paddles) are simply the choices and connections we make. If we realize that we cannot be separated from our tools and that we can always make them work for us, the difficult times will be less difficult. When it seems like we are experiencing the most resistance – that is the time when we can make the most progress in our lives. Just drop our oars in the water and row with all our might. The choices we make now could end up turning us completely around, but isn’t that what we are striving for? To be ‘in the flow’ once again?

Sometimes in life, it is necessary to go with the flow. Sometimes, we need to create our own flow out of the resistance that life gives us. We can’t change the flow of the river but we can change the direction of our boat.

The Power of Joy

There is so much to be grateful and to be thankful for. We all know this, but it's far to easy to take for granted. Little things mean a lot, is one of my favorite sayings and I try to remember and appreciate the little things that make life so grand. The smile of a child, making someone else smile, the butterfly that floats by when you least expect it... Life is not so complicated, and joy is not so hard to find...if one only chooses to look for it.

Friday Night's Show - and Past Episodes

Last night's interview with Intuitive & Author Christmas Miller was very interesting and enlightening.She can be reached at christmasmiller.com. Her book can be purchased on the site or on amazon.com.

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Tonight's Show

Tonight we will be interviewing Christmas Miller, Intuitive, Author, & Public Speaker. She gives insight to help you navigate through the challenging course of life. She will join us to discuss her book and projects, as well as her calling and gifts. Her book is called "Illuminations- A Road Less Traveled - A Modern Day Seer's Journal of the Human Experience." Click here to view on Amazon.com. You can also call into the show for the opportunity to speak with Christmas about your life. She will answer one question only. The call in number is (646) 727-2644. The show starts at 9:00 pm (et). Click here to listen. You can reach Christmas at www.christmasmiller.com. Looking forward to meeting you there!

Heavy Metal Toxicity

By Heather McCauley

Our bodies require a multitude of beneficial metals (trace elements) to function optimally. However, there are a number of heavy metals which pose numerous health concerns to our bodies when we are exposed to them. A heavy metal is defined as being at least five times denser than water and toxicity occurs when our bodies are unable to metabolize the metals (http://tuberose.com/Heavy_Metal_Toxicity.html). The metals include arsenic, lead, mercury and cadmium among a few others. Our bodies are exposed to these metals daily via the food that we eat, the water we drink, the air we breathe or by coming into direct contact with our skin. For most of us, our toxicity levels build in increments due to the environment we inhabit. Heavy metal toxicity can be difficult to diagnose because of the broad spectrum of symptoms experienced by the individual.

Heavy metal toxicity can affect the soft tissues of the heart, brain, kidneys, liver and lungs as well as our bones. In addition to tissue damage, a person could also suffer from insomnia, nausea, impaired cognitive functions, headaches, cramping and general malaise. The ability of these symptoms to lessen or worsen also contributes to the diagnosis’ elusive nature. The patient can feel well one day and experience several symptoms the following day, attributing it to stress, hormones or ‘just having a bad day’.

Our heavy metal exposure originates from pesticides, textile dyes, industrial by-products, manufactured goods (such as lead toys and dental fillings) and can be reduced to some extent although not eliminated entirely. Supplements will not work - as the presence of heavy metals will ensure they are likely eliminated prior to being absorbed, giving them no opportunity to go to work.

The good news is that there is treatment – chelation. Usually administered intravenously or intramuscularly, chelating agents bind to heavy metals and are then eliminated via the urine. One drawback to chelation therapy is that it can put undue stress on the kidneys if the toxins cannot be readily eliminated. In these cases, the metals are reabsorbed into the system. A more gentle and highly-effective chelating agent is modified citrus pectin (MCP). Research has proven the efficacy of MCP to reduce heavy metals in the blood as well as fight tumors and cancer cells, according to the American Cancer Society. A naturally-derived product, MCP’s unique ability to bind and encompass toxins reduces the risk of re-absorption.

If you would like to experience gentle heavy metal detoxification, try Qivana’s ‘Detox’, which contains modified citrus pectin. To learn how to get a 30-day supply of the product for FREE, please send an email to: holistichealth@myqivana.com

ASK DR. SUNI

I would like to know how I can prevent getting attacks of the shingles. Over the past six years I’ve had four attacks. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.

Dear B,

As you may know, shingles are break-outs of the herpes virus that causes chicken pox. After an attack of the chicken pox—usually in childhood— the virus lies dormant at the base of the spinal nerve ganglia and erupts later in life under periods of stress. Common stressors include emotional and physical stresses, illness, prescription drugs, insufficient rest, poor diet, vaginal yeast infections, menstrual periods, and too much sunlight on the skin. The herpes virus takes several forms, including genital herpes and the Epstein-Barr virus, and these can also cause shingles later.

Regardless of the triggering factor, these attacks are telling you that you need to strengthen your immune system. You also need to look at the areas of your life to see where you can start to lessen the stressors.  You may have to modify your diet to eliminate or add foods that build the immune system. In addition to diet, you need to take additional Vitamin C and add the amino acid L-lysine to your daily intake. Write to me at heal@temple-of-healing.org for more detailed information on diet and supplements specific to this disorder.

wishing you love, light and harmony.

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(Our Astrology & You Tuesday's Post is postponed and may be posted later today.)

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